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My Side Of Paradise Team With Jaret Reddick For “All My Exes”

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Feb 14, 2026

My Side Of Paradise Team With Jaret Reddick For “All My Exes”

My Side of Paradise return with “All My Exes (feat. Jaret Reddick of Bowling For Soup),” a sharp, tongue-in-cheek single that shows a lighter side of the band. After the high-impact drive of “I’ve Got Time,” “Roulette,” and “Lost and Angelless,” this release leans into humor and self-awareness without sacrificing punch.

“All My Exes” flips the breakup script, admitting what most people avoid saying out loud, sometimes we are the problem. The track pairs early-2000s pop-punk bounce with tight modern production, landing somewhere between nostalgia and now. The chorus is built for shouting back at the dashboard on a late-night drive.

The single features Jaret Reddick, the unmistakable voice behind Bowling For Soup, whose presence ties the song directly to the genre that shaped the band’s roots. “This song is us having fun and embracing our more poppy roots,” the band shares. “We’ve released heavy songs and emotional songs, but ‘All My Exes’ shows that we can also laugh at ourselves. Having Jaret Reddick on it is surreal.”

The music video matches the track’s chaotic charm. Set inside a therapy session spiraling out of control, the waiting room transforms into a live performance space while exes appear out of thin air. With Reddick appearing via video call from a tropical getaway, the band used AI-driven visual tools to seamlessly integrate his performance into the narrative. The result is playful, self-aware, and packed with personality, a fitting companion to a song that refuses to take heartbreak too seriously.

Nina Ann Nelson Levels Up With Confident New Single “Just A Little”

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Nina Ann Nelson Levels Up With Confident New Single “Just A Little”

Following the breakout response to her debut solo single “Two Truths and a Lie,” Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Nina Ann Nelson returns with “Just a Little,” a sleek pop and R&B-infused statement rooted in self-worth. Produced by Symphony, whose credits include ZAYN, GOT7, and Kehlani, the track sharpens Nina’s sound while keeping her soulful vocal front and center.

“This is the first time I’ve released a song while I’m still living the story it’s about,” Nina shares. “Just a Little came from a recent romantic encounter that woke me up to what I’d been accepting for way too long — counting the bare minimum as something meaningful when it just… isn’t.” The song captures that turning point with precision and attitude. “At the end of the day, half-assed is still ass. And I’m done with the bare minimum.”

Built on lush production, controlled grooves, and layered harmonies, “Just a Little” carries both heat and restraint. It sits comfortably alongside artists like Kehlani, RAYE, Cleo Sol, Kali Uchis, and Leon Thomas — balancing emotional honesty with polish and rhythm. The hook lands with quiet authority rather than volume, giving the message room to breathe.

Nina’s path to this moment has been expansive. She first gained attention as a member of Citizen Queen, the Pentatonix-created group that toured arenas and went viral with “Evolution of Girl Groups.” As an independent artist, she has stepped fully into songwriting, vocal production, and engineering, while building a massive TikTok following and earning recognition from artists like Rosalía and Leon Thomas. With “Just a Little,” she claims her space clearly and on her own terms.

Don Broco Crank The Voltage With Pulse-Pounding New Single “Euphoria”

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Don Broco Crank The Voltage With Pulse-Pounding New Single “Euphoria”

UK alt-rock shapeshifters Don Broco keep their 2025 run surging with “Euphoria,” their fourth release of the year on Fearless Records. The track wastes no time setting the mood, opening with a sleek, electronic vocal tease before snapping into thick guitars, punchy drums, and a rubbery, funk-charged bassline that locks everything into motion.

The song moves with intent — sliding from dance-floor grooves into a shout-along chorus built around the line “Gonna live forever!” It is bold, restless, and wired tight, capturing a band leaning into contrast and control. “Euphoria” earns its title with pure momentum, delivering a rush that sticks long after the final hit lands.

When asked about the inspiration behind the song, the band shared, “Euphoria is about chasing that rush of the first time, trying to recapture that brand new magical feeling again and again for the rest of your life.” That tension between nostalgia and urgency fuels the track’s pulse.

The single follows “Cellophane,” “Hype Man,” and “Disappear,” each carving out a different edge of the band’s evolving sound — from nu-metal punch to hook-heavy drive to emotional weight. Fresh off the first leg of their U.S. tour, which closed with a fiery New York City show, Don Broco continue to build momentum. Their high-energy live presence remains a central force as they prepare to return to stages worldwide in 2026.

Katie Dauson Strikes Gold With Genre-Blending ‘Dauson City Gold Rush’

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Katie Dauson Strikes Gold With Genre-Blending ‘Dauson City Gold Rush’

Toronto-based singer-songwriter Katie Dauson unveils her seventh studio album, ‘Dauson City Gold Rush’ — an eight-track collection that glides through rock, folk, blues, country twang, and yacht rock with effortless charm. Produced and engineered by James Nickle, the record showcases Dauson’s gift for melody and storytelling, wrapped in warm arrangements and confident musicianship.

“This album changed so much from where it started,” Dauson says. “It began as one thing and evolved completely by the end — but that’s what makes it special. Every track has its own little story.” She wrote all eight songs and plays rhythm guitar throughout, anchoring the album with clarity and intention.

The instrumental title track, “Gold Rush,” grew out of a spontaneous slide guitar jam — a moment her father insisted she record. “Scene Stealing Casanova” turns writer’s block into playful self-awareness, while “Just Another Love Song” nods to the timeless craftsmanship of Paul McCartney and classic pop romantics. “Noah’s Rainbow Road” blends poetic lyricism with 80s rock textures, “Sail With Me” drifts on breezy escapism, and “Searching for Love” captures subway-born inspiration in shimmering form.

“Daddy Long Legs” leans into blues-inflected reflection, and “Sing a Song” closes the album with Britpop-tinged uplift. The cover — photographed in Toronto’s High Park during early spring — mirrors the album’s organic spirit. ‘Dauson City Gold Rush’ feels expansive yet intimate, polished yet personal — a record that shines from every angl

Converge Unleash Ferocious New Era With ‘Love Is Not Enough’

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Converge Unleash Ferocious New Era With ‘Love Is Not Enough’

For more than three decades, Converge have carved their own path through punk, hardcore, and metal, creating music that hits with both force and meaning. Now in their 35th year, the band returns with their eleventh album, ‘Love Is Not Enough,’ a record that sharpens their intensity and vision to a razor edge. The title track arrives with a powerful new video, setting the tone for a release that surges with urgency.

“Love Is Not Enough” is a crushing and deeply emotional statement. “It explores what it means to remain empathetic and compassionate in the modern world. A reckoning with who we are today and hope to be in the future, if we can fend off the scavengers,” says vocalist Jacob Bannon. The song captures the band at full strength, driven by raw dynamics and unfiltered expression.

Recorded and mixed by Kurt Ballou at God City in Salem, Massachusetts, with engineering assistance from Zach Weeks, the album embraces realism over polish. “I think that realism is missing from a lot of modern music,” Bannon explains. “Sometimes the perfect take is the one that has some wildness to it. It’s not perfectly executed. There’s a lot of powerful moments on this record and a lot of angry moments. The realism amplifies that.” The sequencing builds relentless momentum, intentionally ramping up from start to finish.

Bannon also created artwork for each song, including a striking cover image depicting a celestial witness to a world aflame. Converge continue to treat the band as essential, pouring everything into each release. They will bring that intensity to Saddest Day fest in Boston alongside Touché Amoré, Coalesce, The Hope Conspiracy, Full of Hell, and Soul Glo, followed by festival appearances at Jera on Air in the Netherlands and Outbreak Festival in Manchester.

Soft Skies Inc Channel Record Store Magic On “The Point”

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Soft Skies Inc Channel Record Store Magic On “The Point”

There was a time when album artwork pulled you in from across a record store aisle. Soft Skies Inc tap into that same sense of discovery with their new single “The Point,” a modern alternative dream pop cut wrapped in striking visuals and emotional urgency. The cover, photographed by Lindsay Metivier of Peel Gallery, captures a searing magenta beam against a red canvas, illuminating and piercing a shadowed figure. It feels like a portal, and the music follows through.

The Philadelphia duo, twin brothers Martin and Ryan Rex, build the track around a relentless backbeat, noisy atmospherics, cascading synth layers, and a wall of guitars. Produced by the brothers with Chris McLaughlin at DeepSpace Studios in Brooklyn, the song pushes their sound into sharper modern rock territory while maintaining their hazy, immersive core. It hits with both force and feeling.

“‘The Point’ is about when something that once saved you starts to drown you instead,” Ryan shares. “It’s about the beautiful kind of destruction you can’t seem to walk away from.” He adds, “The phrasing’s intentionally twisted, the line ‘Why so many of these things did you do to me / Right from the start?’ is meant to sound tangled, like the feeling itself.” The emotional tension is palpable, and the hook lands with undeniable pull.

Mastered by Rich Morales at Super Fine Audio, “The Point” expands the Soft Skies Inc universe. Where earlier singles leaned into jangle pop shimmer and dissonant dream pop haze, this release carries a more dynamic edge. It is confident, textured, and alive with movement. Soft Skies Inc continue to evolve, and with each new chapter, they draw listeners deeper into their world.

Kameron Marlowe Sparks Desert Drama With “Fire On The Hillside

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Feb 14, 2026

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Kameron Marlowe Sparks Desert Drama With “Fire On The Hillside

Kameron Marlowe turns up the intensity with his new single “Fire On The Hillside,” paired with a moody official music video that finds him alone in the desert at dusk, playing with flames as the sky fades to black. The visual matches the song’s smoldering tension, capturing a restless spirit caught in the heat of rumor and regret.

Written by Marlowe alongside producer Austin Goodloe and Carson Wallace, the track leans into guitar heavy production and showcases his towering baritone. The sound is gritty and immediate, with each chorus hitting like a spark against dry ground.

“‘Fire on the Hillside’ is about what happens when a small town rumor gets out of control,” Marlowe shares. “Where I’m from, folks talk and sometimes that talk burns hotter than any match. It’s a story about heartbreak, anger, and letting the smoke roll on something you can’t take back. I wanted it to feel like you could smell the diesel and hear the crackle before it all goes up.”

Fresh off his Seventeen Fall Tour, which drew thousands across 13 dates in the U.S. and Canada, Marlowe keeps the momentum rolling. He is set to appear at Luke Bryan’s 2026 Crash My Playa weekend and will return to C2C next spring across the U.K., Germany, and the Netherlands, carrying this fiery new anthem with him.

Goldfrapp Dazzle Again With ‘Supernature’ 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition

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Feb 14, 2026

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Goldfrapp Dazzle Again With ‘Supernature’ 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition

Goldfrapp mark 20 years of their era defining third album with the release of the ‘Supernature’ 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition via MUTE and BMG. The expanded set celebrates a record that reshaped electronic pop, pairing the original album with B sides, classic and brand new remixes, unreleased live radio session recordings, and a Blu ray 5.1 surround mix.

The duo recently unveiled a fresh remix of the acid laced “You Never Know,” their first new Goldfrapp release in years. Sun’s Signature, the project of Elizabeth Fraser and Damon Reece, delivers a striking reimagining of “Koko,” while Richard X refines “Beautiful” into a sleek, club ready pulse. Goldfrapp also revisit “Let It Take You,” sharpening its edges into a darker glide without losing its cinematic sweep.

Originally released in 2005, ‘Supernature’ pushed pop into bold new territory. Mixed to glossy perfection by Spike Stent, whose credits include Madonna, Bjork, Massive Attack, and U2, the album produced enduring singles such as “Ooh La La,” “Number 1,” and “Ride A White Horse.” It topped charts worldwide, earned multi platinum sales, and secured multiple BRIT and GRAMMY nominations. The album’s influence remains undeniable, its sound still echoing across dance floors and radio waves.

The deluxe edition arrives across three CDs in expanded packaging and a peacock colored double vinyl edition featuring a bonus remix 12 inch. The vinyl pairs new remixes from Goldfrapp, Sun’s Signature, and Richard X with definitive reworks by Alan Braxe and Fred Falke and Phones, all cut at half speed for enhanced sound quality. Two decades on, ‘Supernature’ still glows with confidence and style, a high gloss statement that continues to captivate.

KISS Ignite 50 Years Of ‘Alive!’ With Explosive Deluxe Anniversary Editions

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Feb 14, 2026

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KISS Ignite 50 Years Of ‘Alive!’ With Explosive Deluxe Anniversary Editions

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees and Kennedy Center honorees KISS mark 50 years of ‘Alive!’ with a sprawling 50TH Anniversary Deluxe Edition via UMe. The landmark live album returns newly remastered and expanded across multiple formats, including Super Deluxe 4CD plus Blu ray Audio, Super Deluxe 8LP plus Blu ray Audio, Deluxe Picture Disc Vinyl, Premium Color Vinyl, and Super Deluxe Digital. For the first time, the original album is also available on a single CD.

Mastering legend Bernie Grundman revisits the 1975 stereo analog master tapes, delivering fresh transfers in HRA 192 by 24, HRA 96 by 24, 44.1 by 16, and Atmos. His remaster puts Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Peter Criss, and Ace Frehley front and center with striking clarity and punch. Earlier this month, the band set the tone by releasing the previously unheard “C’mon And Love Me (Live In Davenport, Iowa)” to streaming platforms.

The Super Deluxe box sets feature a staggering 120 tracks, including 88 unreleased recordings. Fans can experience two full 1975 Dressed To Kill Tour concerts from Davenport, Iowa and Wildwood, New Jersey, newly mixed by Eddie Kramer from the original multi track analog tapes with no overdubs. The Blu ray Audio disc presents new Atmos and 5.1 mixes alongside high resolution stereo, paired with a visualizer showcasing rare photos and master tape imagery.

Both CD and vinyl editions are packed with collectibles, highlighted by a 100 page hardcover book with liner notes by Ken Sharp and fresh interviews with Stanley and Simmons. Reproductions of the 1975 press kit, backstage passes, posters, ticket stubs, guitar picks, and more deepen the experience. The Deluxe Picture Disc Vinyl and Premium Color Vinyl editions add striking new packaging, limited to 1,000 and 3,000 units respectively through the official KISS store.

Originally released in 1975, ‘Alive!’ captured performances from Detroit, Cleveland, Davenport, and Wildwood, propelling the band into the Top 10 and sending “Rock And Roll All Nite” up the charts. Fifty years later, it remains a towering live document, now expanded and remastered to roar louder than ever.

Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” Marks 50 Years Of Stage Conquering Glory

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Feb 14, 2026

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Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” Marks 50 Years Of Stage Conquering Glory

Fifty years after its release, “Bohemian Rhapsody” stands taller than ever. The latest episode of the YouTube series Queen The Greatest celebrates the song’s extraordinary journey across five decades of live performance, tracing how it evolved from ambitious studio creation to global stage phenomenon. The episode arrives as the single returns to No. 1 in the UK following a special blue vinyl reissue marking its half century.

With nearly three billion Spotify streams, “Bohemian Rhapsody” remains embedded in popular culture. Brian May reflects on its enduring power in the series. “The song continues to resonate,” he says. “We go on stage and play it at the Albert Hall, with a full orchestra and 150 piece choir, and it’s fresh as a daisy. It’s new and exciting, and the reaction you get from people is just amazing.”

The episode opens in December 1975 at London’s Hammersmith Odeon, where a silk suited Freddie Mercury presents an early live segment of the track during its nine week UK chart run. It then leaps to Live Aid in 1985, capturing Freddie at the piano before a global audience of 1.5 billion. “The response from the crowd was so deafening,” Brian recalls, “it took your breath away.” The performance remains one of rock’s defining moments.

From the 1992 Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert, where Axl Rose joins Queen and Elton John, to the 46664 concert in Cape Town with the Soweto Gospel Choir honoring Nelson Mandela, the anthem proves endlessly adaptable. The journey lands in 2014 with Adam Lambert fronting the band at London’s New Year’s Eve celebration, Freddie appearing via archive projection as the song closes the circle. “It will always be there, I think, ‘Bohemian Rhapsody,’” Brian says. “It’s truly immortal and that’s a good feeling.”