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Girls Just Wanna Weekend 7 Returns to Mexico With The Chicks, Sam Smith and Brandi Carlile Headlining

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Girls Just Wanna Weekend 7 Returns to Mexico With The Chicks, Sam Smith and Brandi Carlile Headlining

Girls Just Wanna Weekend will return for its 7th annual celebration in January with The Chicks and Sam Smith joining Brandi Carlile as headliners.

Additional performers include CMAT, Joy Oladokun, Jensen McRae, Lucius, Jasmine.4.t, Allison Ponthier, SistaStrings, Autumn Nichols, Arroba Nat, The Carlile Family Band, The Marshgrass Mamas, a special Titans of Americana set (guests TBA), and comedian Kristin Key.

Produced by 100x Hospitality and set to take place at Mexico’s stunning Barceló Maya Resort from January 15–19, 2026, the all-inclusive experience promises an unforgettable blend of live music and immersive activities in an idyllic tropical setting.

All-inclusive Event Packages for Girls Just Wanna Weekend 7 are available now at www.girlsjustwannaweekend.com. Each package includes premium resort accommodations, access to all concerts, round-trip airport transportation, unlimited top-shelf drinks, diverse dining options, daily pool parties, artist-curated activities, and the option to add adventurous off-site excursions.

Located along one of the most spectacular beaches in the Mexican Caribbean, Barceló Maya Resort offers white sandy beaches, a turquoise sea, and sweeping views of the tropical surroundings. Guests can enjoy endless fun with water sports, scuba diving lessons, a shopping center, bowling alley, 24-hour sports bar, three theaters, and a nightclub.

Since it was founded by Brandi Carlile in 2018, Girls Just Wanna Weekend has featured an extraordinary lineup of female and non-binary artists including Janelle Monáe, Shania Twain, Indigo Girls, Sheryl Crow, Sarah McLachlan, MUNA, Tanya Tucker, Sara Bareilles, Wynonna, Yola, Wendy & Lisa, Maren Morris, Brandy Clark, Patty Griffin, Celisse, and many more.

The event prides itself on creating a safe and inclusive space, with a strong focus on celebrating the predominantly LGBTQ+ audience. The Brandi Land campus within Barceló Maya Resort provides a welcoming environment where all can celebrate in comfort and community.

Brandi Carlile is an Oscar-nominated, 11x GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter, performer, and producer; a 2x EMMY Award-winning composer, lyricist, and writer; a #1 New York Times Bestselling author; and a respected activist.

Carlile will release her brand-new album, Returning To Myself (Interscope Records/Lost Highway), on October 24, 2025. Produced by Carlile, Andrew Watt, Aaron Dessner, and Justin Vernon, the record marks her eighth solo studio album and follows her acclaimed 2023 collaboration with Elton John, Who Believes in Angels?, which debuted at #1 in the U.K. and Top 10 in the U.S.

Her career highlights include producing GRAMMY-winning projects from Joni Mitchell and Brandy Clark, recording Indigo Girls’ Closer To Fine with her wife Catherine for Barbie The Album, contributing Home to the final season of Ted Lasso, and earning her first Oscar nomination in 2025 for Never Too Late (with Elton John, Bernie Taupin, and Andrew Watt).

Beloved by her peers, Carlile has collaborated with The Highwomen, Soundgarden, Sam Smith, Alicia Keys, Hozier, Noah Kahan, Jacob Collier, P!nk, Dolly Parton, and more. She has been recognized as OUT Magazine’s Icon of the Year, received Billboard’s Trailblazer Award, CMT’s Impact Award, the NMPA’s Songwriter Icon Award, and multiple honors from the Americana Music Association.

Beyond music, Carlile co-founded the Looking Out Foundation, which has raised over $8 million for grassroots causes. She lives in rural Washington with her wife and daughters, Evangeline and Elijah.

100x Hospitality is a global experiential events and hospitality company connecting people with the music they love through meaningful, immersive experiences. Built on a Fan First and Artist Forward philosophy, 100x produces destination events, curated travel packages, and VIP ticketing programs that bring fans closer to the artists they love—and to each other.

Envy Of None Release ‘The Thrill’ Single With New Video and Charity Vinyl Supporting Ukraine

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Envy Of None Release ‘The Thrill’ Single With New Video and Charity Vinyl Supporting Ukraine

Following the release of their lauded second album Stygian Wavz in March, Canadian four-piece Envy Of None are back with a three-track single and a brand-new video. The new offering features an alternative version of the album track, a demo version, and the album track itself via Snapper Music.

“‘Thrill of the Chase’ was one of the last songs we worked on before handing in the completed record. It started with Alf’s funky demo and Maiah loved it and was very vocal about completing it,” says bassist Andy Curran. “She and I were wanting to add something up tempo to the record and this one, despite being a little left of center style-wise wise seemed to fit nicely. It has a cool, funky, positive vibe that we enjoyed exploring, especially the outro dance party section!”

Alongside the digital release, Envy Of None will also be releasing The Thrill as a 12-inch colored vinyl version of the single, with all proceeds from this release donated to UNHCR’s response to the Ukraine emergency.

Taylor Swift Returns to the Big Screen With Cinemark’s ‘Official Release Party of a Showgirl’

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Taylor Swift Returns to the Big Screen With Cinemark’s ‘Official Release Party of a Showgirl’

Cinemark Holdings is welcoming Taylor Swift back to its big screens with Taylor Swift | The Official Release Party of a Showgirl, celebrating her twelfth studio album. Swifties will be able to take in her newest music and accompanying curated visuals at Cinemark theaters across its U.S. footprint from Friday, October 3rd, at 3 ppm ET through Sunday, October 5th. Theatergoers will also get to experience the world premiere of “The Fate of Ophelia” music video.

Tickets are on sale as of 12:12 pm ET via Cinemark for $12, plus applicable taxes and fees. Fans will have the option to take in the musical magic in standard format as well as an opportunity to upgrade to Cinemark XD, which features each theater’s biggest screens and most immersive surround sound.

“We’re honored to bring Taylor Swift, one of the most iconic and influential entertainers of our time, back to the big screen at Cinemark with Taylor Swift | The Official Release Party of a Showgirl,” states Sean Gamble, Cinemark President and CEO. “We saw her world-class ability to entertain and captivate audiences as fans sang and danced in our auditoriums for the theatrical release of her Eras Tour concert film in 2023. We are thrilled to invite Swifties to celebrate TS12 together in a vibrant, communal setting where the magic of our auditoriums wraps you in the moment with larger-than-life visuals and enveloping surround sound, creating an experience that simply can’t be matched. Congratulations to Taylor Swift and her entire team for what we know will be a visual and auditory masterpiece.”

Fans can see the exclusive world premiere of the music video, “The Fate of Ophelia,” along with behind-the-scenes footage from the music video shoot, new lyric videos and Taylor’s never-before-seen personal reflections on songs from her twelfth studio album, The Life of a Showgirl.

Hardy Releases Long-Awaited Fan Favorite “Dog Years” Ahead of New Album ‘Country! Country!’

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Hardy Releases Long-Awaited Fan Favorite “Dog Years” Ahead of New Album ‘Country! Country!’

Ahead of his forthcoming new album Country! Country!, superstar Hardy shares the long-awaited fan favorite “Dog Years.” Written more than ten years ago before Hardy had signed a publishing deal, the song resurfaced last fall when the Mississippi native performed it at a charity event for Miranda Lambert’s MuttNation, and fans have clamored for its release since.

Country! Country! is set for release on Friday, September 26th via Big Loud.

“Dog Years” follows the previously released “Bottomland”—watch the music video here—and “Bro Country” with Ernest.

Hardy will wrap up his months-long Jim Bob World Tour next week with his first-ever headline show at Madison Square Garden. The tour has seen him headline festivals and his own shows coast to coast with support from Koe Wetzel, Stephen Wilson Jr., McCoy Moore, and inaugural Crow Records signee Sikarus.

On December 2nd, the American Cancer Society, Hardy’s recently launched charity endeavor The Hardy Fund and Whiskey Jam will present Country vs. Cancer, a concert to benefit the ACS. Hardy will headline alongside Miranda Lambert, Dierks Bentley, Lanie Gardner and McCoy Moore at The Pinnacle in Nashville.

Dream Theater Announce ‘Quarantième: Live à Paris’ 40th Anniversary Release Capturing Epic Paris Performance

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Dream Theater Announce ‘Quarantième: Live à Paris’ 40th Anniversary Release Capturing Epic Paris Performance

With the US tour underway and playing to excited fans nationwide, Grammy-winning, progressive music titans Dream Theater are releasing a new live release on November 28th via their longtime label partner Inside Out Music/Sony Music. Quarantième: Live à Paris documents the iconic lineup of vocalist James LaBrie, guitarist John Petrucci, bassist John Myung, keyboardist Jordan Rudess, and drummer Mike Portnoy’s sold-out show from Paris, France, on their 40th Anniversary Tour of Europe. The release contains a setlist that spans the band’s entire career, with classics like “Metropolis Pt. 1,” “Panic Attack,” “Octavarium,” and “Pull Me Under” represented among other fan favorites. The show was recorded in front of a capacity crowd at the Adidas Arena.

To coincide with the announcement, the band releases the live version of “Overture 1928 / Strange Déjà Vu.”

“From the moment we announced our 40th anniversary tour, we knew it would be a very special event for both the band and our fans and must be captured. With this release, our performance in Paris is presented so beautifully in both stunning audio and video and really encapsulates this momentous occasion for all to enjoy,” explains Petrucci.

“We always knew this tour would be unforgettable because not only were we celebrating 4 decades since forming the band, but also the reunion of the band’s classic lineup. The excitement and emotions between us and our fans at each and every show were palpable and totally off the charts! The night captured here in Paris was an epic evening that we can now share with the whole world to celebrate this incredible tour,” adds Portnoy.

Presented in several formats, with artwork by longtime collaborator Hugh Syme, Quarantième: Live à Paris will be available as a Limited Deluxe 3 CD/3 Blu-ray artbook, including 68 pages of photos and artwork as well as an additional Blu-ray of bonus material. It will also be available as a Special Edition 3 CD/2 Blu-ray Digipak, Limited Deluxe 180-gram 4 LP box set, and digitally. The Blu-ray includes the full show with Dolby Atmos, 5.1 Surround Sound, & high-resolution stereo audio.

Dream Theater is currently on tour in the United States, continuing their An Evening With Dream Theater run that will celebrate the band’s recent chart-topping 16th studio album, Parasomnia. Dream Theater will be performing their latest album in its entirety, and the entire seven-movement masterpiece “A Change of Seasons” for the first time since Mike Portnoy’s return along with other classics and fan favorites from their catalog. The tour is scheduled for 30 cities across the United States, running through October 25th where it wraps in Long Island, NY.

CD 1:

  1. Metropolis Pt. 1
  2. Overture 1928
  3. Strange Déjà Vu
  4. The Mirror
  5. Panic Attack
  6. Barstool Warrior
  7. Hollow Years
  8. Constant Motion
  9. As I Am

CD 2:

  1. Orchestral Overture
  2. Night Terror
  3. Under A Glass Moon
  4. This Is The Life
  5. Vacant
  6. Stream of Consciousness
  7. Octavarium
    CD 3:
  8. Home
  9. The Spirit Carries On
  10. Pull Me Under

Blu-ray 1:

  1. Metropolis Pt. 1
  2. Overture 1928
  3. Strange Déjà Vu
  4. The Mirror
  5. Panic Attack
  6. Barstool Warrior
  7. Hollow Years
  8. Constant Motion
  9. As I Am

Blu-ray 2:

  1. Orchestral Overture
  2. Night Terror
  3. Under A Glass Moon
  4. This Is The Life
  5. Vacant
  6. Stream of Consciousness
  7. Octavarium
  8. Home
  9. The Spirit Carries On
  10. Pull Me Under

The Chainsmokers Drop Euphoric New Single “Smooth” With Cinematic Video Shot in Big Bear

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The Chainsmokers Drop Euphoric New Single “Smooth” With Cinematic Video Shot in Big Bear

Grammy Award-winning and chart-topping artist/producer duo The Chainsmokers return with their latest single, “Smooth,” via Sony Music. Opening with airy textures and delicate piano, “Smooth” eases into a reflective space before erupting into a euphoric drop that transforms the track into a full-scale banger. Shimmering synths, crisp percussion, and a surging beat collide to create a sound that balances atmospheric beauty with sheer dancefloor power. Sneaking the song into their recent live sets, the track has already been high in demand and igniting crowds across the country.

The release arrives alongside an official video directed by Jackson Wigger and starring Alex and Drew with special guest Mishoo Pall. Shot against the backdrop of Big Bear, California, the visual mirrors the track’s cinematic feel and captures a sense of liberation and escapism — from windblown performances in the back of a truck soaring down an open highway, to carefree joyrides across the water in a speeding boat.

“Smooth” follows on the heels of their latest tracks “Helium” and “White Wine & Adderall,” collectively marking a fresh chapter in their ever-evolving sound. Next, they’ll bring the track to stages across North America and Mexico, including their signature Vegas residency, Breakaway Music Festival in Alabama, and Festival Pulso GNP in Santiago de Querétaro.

Bob Dylan Joins Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp and More for Farm Aid 40 in Minneapolis

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Bob Dylan Joins Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp and More for Farm Aid 40 in Minneapolis

Bob Dylan is set to perform at this year’s Farm Aid 40 at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, September 20th.

Dylan joins the star-studded lineup to annual music and food festival, which features Farm Aid board members Willie Nelson, Neil Young (and the Chrome Hearts), John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews (with Tim Reynolds), and Margo Price, as well as Kenny Chesney, Billy Strings, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Lukas Nelson, Trampled by Turtles, Wynonna Judd, Steve Earle, Waxahatchee, Eric Burton of Black Pumas, Jesse Welles, Madeline Edwards and Wisdom Indian Dancers.

Tickets for Farm Aid’s 40th anniversary music and food festival range from $101 to $390 (fees included, not sales tax).

Farm Aid’s mission is to build a vibrant, family farm-centered system of agriculture in America. Farm Aid artists and board members Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews and Margo Price host an annual festival to raise funds to support Farm Aid’s work with family farmers and to inspire people to choose family farm food. Since 1985, Farm Aid, with the support of the artists who contribute their performances each year, has raised more than $85 million to support programs that help farmers thrive, expand the reach of the Good Food Movement, take action to change the dominant system of industrial agriculture, and promote food from family farms.

Ariana Grande Named Songwriter and Song of the Year at 2024 SESAC Music Awards in Hollywood

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Ariana Grande Named Songwriter and Song of the Year at 2024 SESAC Music Awards in Hollywood

SESAC celebrated its songwriters and music publishers behind the most-performed songs of 2024 across genres at the W Hotel in Hollywood this week, marking the fourth year the awards took place in Los Angeles.

Global superstar Ariana Grande was named Songwriter of the Year. Additionally, the popstar was awarded Song of the Year for her smash hit “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait For Your Love)” which became Grande’s seventh song to debut at the top of the Billboard Hot 100, earning her the record for female artist with the most number-one debuts in history.

The song was published by the recipient of the Publisher of the Year award, Universal Music Group Publishing. The company was also behind multiple award-winning songs from the evening, including “The Emptiness Machine” recorded by Linkin Park and “We Pray” recorded by Coldplay featuring Little Simz, Burna Boy, Elyanna, and Tini.

Dez Wright and The Legendary Traxster were each honored with Producer of the Year awards for their successes as prolific producers, working with major artists including Travis Scott, Future, Beyoncé, Megan thee Stallion, and more. Additional award-winning writers include Jack Harlow, Emily Armstrong, Dahi, Japanese Breakfast, Green Day, Fede Vindver, Sam Tinnesz, and more.

“We’re proud to honor the incredible songwriters and publishers who make our music come alive,” shares Sam Kling, Chief Creative Officer, SESAC Performing Rights. “These songs are the result of immense dedication and talent, and we’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on the amazing contributions of our SESAC family.”

Kling announced that two members of the creative team, James Leach and John Sweeney, received posthumous Legacy Awards in recognition of the service and dedication they provided not only to their work at SESAC and the songwriters they represented, but to moving the industry forward.

On hand to celebrate were Kling, SESAC President & COO Scott Jungmichel, as well as SVP, Head of LA Creative Mario Prins and VP, Creative Services Diana Akin Scarfo. Artist and SESAC songwriter Tamara Jade, whose latest single “Werq” was released in July, served as the MC for the evening for the third consecutive year.

Clairo Signs with Atlantic Records, Marking a New Era for the Grammy-Nominated Artist After the Success of ‘Charm’

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Clairo Signs with Atlantic Records, Marking a New Era for the Grammy-Nominated Artist After the Success of ‘Charm’

Atlantic Records announces the signing of the acclaimed, Grammy-nominated artist Clairo. A singular voice among contemporary singer-songwriters, over the course of three groundbreaking albums, Clairo has emerged as one of the most vital artists of her generation, redefining the boundaries of pop music with her signature sound. The Atlanta-born artist has also built a reputation as a potent live performer with compelling live performances at Coachella, The Newport Folk Festival, and many others.

“I’m so thrilled to begin this next chapter of my musical journey with Atlantic,” says Clairo. “From our first meeting, they immediately understood my vision, and it feels good to know I can continue to be as expressive and free with my ideas with a great new partner by my side.”

American indie luminary Clairo has spearheaded new pop conventions and upended them. Her soft rock intimations, interwoven with tendrils of ‘70s soul and lush R&B, have spellbound listeners of all ages. Born Claire Cottrill, the artist began self-recording songs and music videos at 13, which amassed a huge fanbase on YouTube.

Released in 2017, her lo-fi pop confessional “Pretty Girl” went viral, earning her a joint record deal with Fader Label. She went on to unveil Immunity in 2019 and Sling in 2021, which were both met with critical acclaim. For each of her full-length projects, Clairo collaborated on production with legendary names like Vampire Weekend artist Rostam Batmanglij (Immunity), Jack Antonoff (Sling), and recently partnered with Leon Michels of El Michels Affair for her latest album, Charm.

Charm took Clairo to stratospheric new heights and earned a nomination for Best Alternative Album at the 67th annual Grammy Awards. After its release, Charm spent 14 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart, and Clairo amassed over 7.5 billion global artist streams.

Alex Warren Announces 2026 European and UK ‘Little Orphan Alex Live’ Arena Tour Following Global Success of “Ordinary”

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Alex Warren Announces 2026 European and UK ‘Little Orphan Alex Live’ Arena Tour Following Global Success of “Ordinary”

Chart-topping singer-songwriter Alex Warren announces new European & UK dates for his tour, Little Orphan Alex Live. The new dates, kicking off in April 2026, will see Warren headline arenas for the first time overseas. Produced by Live Nation and kicking off April 4th in Germany, Warren will play major cities including Dublin, Amsterdam, Paris, and the iconic O2 Arena in London.

Presales start on Tuesday, September 23rd, ahead of the general sale on Friday, September 26th at 9 am local time.

Before heading to Europe, Warren will play an extended United States leg of his Cheaper Than Therapy Tour starting September 23rd in Indianapolis. These shows add to Warren’s run of sold-out performances throughout the past year.

Warren’s earth-shattering hit, “Ordinary,” holds strong worldwide. The single has crossed one billion streams on Spotify. Warren is only the second artist to hit the milestone across all songs released in 2025 so far, and is the first new artist to hit the achievement. “Ordinary” has spent ten weeks on top of the Billboard Hot 100 and has become the top-selling track in the US in 2025 by total number of units. The single is a mainstay at top 40 radio and hot AC radio and recently hit 13 weeks at No. 1 on US pop, making it the record holder for most weeks at No. 1 in the history of the Mediabase pop chart. “Ordinary” also spent 13 weeks at No. 1 on the UK chart, marking the longest running No. 1 in the UK by a US artist in OCC chart history and the longest running No. 1 of the 2020s.

Alex Warren released his debut album, You’ll Be Alright, Kid, earlier this year. The album is currently No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart and has remained inside the top 10 since its release in July. The album includes multiple Billboard charting hits, including global No. 1, “Ordinary,” “Bloodline” with Jelly Roll, “On My Mind” with Rosé, and latest single, “Eternity.” The majority of the album is co-written by Alex Warren, Cal Shapiro, Mags Duval and produced by Adam Yaron.

Alex Warren 2026 Little Orphan Alex Live Tour Dates:

Apr 4 –Düsseldorf, DE @ PSD Bank Dome
Apr 6– Amsterdam, NL @ Ziggo Dome
Apr 9 – Paris, FR @ Accor Arena
Apr 10 – Frankfurt, DE @ Festhalle
Apr 13 – Berlin, DE @ Uber Arena
Apr 15 – Oslo, NO @ Unity Arena
Apr 16 – Copenhagen, DK @ Royal Arena
Apr 18 – Antwerp, BE @ AFAS Dome
Apr 20 – London, UK @ The O2
Apr 23 – Newcastle, UK @ Utilita Arena
Apr 24 – Birmingham, UK @ Utilita Arena
Apr 26 – Glasgow, UK @ OVO Hydro
Apr 27 – Manchester, UK @ Co-op Live
Apr 29 – Leeds, UK @ First Direct Bank Arena
Apr 30 – Nottingham, UK @ Motorpoint Arena
May 2 – Belfast, UK @ SSE Arena
May 6 – Dublin, IE @ 3Arena

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Eric Alper is a 6-time nominee for Publicist of the Year during Canadian Music Week and has overseen the publicity campaigns for over 183 JUNO Award-nominated albums (and 16 in 2025), 45 Grammy-nominated albums, including 47 JUNO Award, 58 Canadian Folk Music Award, 126 Maple Blues Award-winning albums and is also truly honoured to work with some of the biggest and most important artists of our time.

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