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Greenness Announce New Single “Meltdown” Ahead of Sophomore Album ‘Honeymoons’

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Greenness Announce New Single “Meltdown” Ahead of Sophomore Album ‘Honeymoons’

Fresh from their Glastonbury debut, and ahead of a much-anticipated full band performance at Victorious Festival, Greenness are announcing their new single Meltdown due out Friday 29th August 2025 via One Fern Records. Following on from previous single Hilltop(“Utterly flawless” – Music is My Radar), this indie alt-pop seaside bop is the second single from the duo’s upcoming sophomore album, Honeymoons.

In the words of Greenness’ singer and songwriter Cess, “Meltdown is a tragic-comic take on the modern artist’s struggle to get their voice heard in an endless sea of noise. I wanted to write honest and relatable lyrics for anyone out there pursuing their dreams relentlessly, to the point of burnout and despair; chasing fame like an elusive mistress, trying every trick in the book to get noticed, feeling frustrated and stressed… and almost forgetting who you are in the process.”

“As independent musicians, we give it our all, and get caught up in this kind of madness now and then”, acknowledges Greenness’ producer and composer Graham, who plays every instrument on the track. “No role left unassumed, no stone left unrolled, everything in quadruple! It’s too much and never enough, but what it always comes back to is the joy of making and sharing our very own music, just for the hell of it.”

Wooten, Murphy, and Clark Announce Rock Opera ‘A Man of Fortune’ After 50 Years in the Making

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Wooten, Murphy, and Clark Announce Rock Opera ‘A Man of Fortune’ After 50 Years in the Making

Austin-based musicians Jeff Clark, Darin Murphy and Brian Wooten announce the official release of their latest project as Wooten, Murphy, and Clark, the rock opera “A Man of Fortune,” slated to be released Friday, Oct. 17.

“A Man of Fortune” is a decades-long labor of love that ties together three distinct, legendary careers. After 50 years, the opera about the life of lead character Max Million, a famous rockstar confronting life, love and mortality, finally saw completion last September and will be officially released this October with interludes and dialogue interspersed throughout.

Together, Jeff Clark, Brian Wooten and Darin Murphy fuse decades of friendship, musical mastery, and storytelling to bring “A Man of Fortune” to life. Wooten, Murphy, and Clark will be releasing lyric videos for each track on the album, starting with “Stay Strong,” officially out now.

“You can hear the influence of my musical partnership with Brian Wooten from the ’70s and early ’80s throughout the album,” said Jeff Clark. “The resulting sound is a blend of Brian’s guitar work, Darin’s vocal prowess, my songwriting style, and the contributions of many other collaborators who helped shape the music.”

Originally conceived by Jeff Clark in the 1970s and early 1980s, “A Man of Fortune” began as a deeply personal songwriting endeavor, telling the story of performer Max Million, who, at the height of his career, meets event coordinator Lisa. Their brief but meaningful encounter sparks a journey of self-discovery for Max after he collapses during the encore and is hospitalized.

“I think the album shares a very, very positive message and something that I relate to, I think like all people, especially in the music business, we all take our lives and our youth for granted,” said Darin Murphy. “And when things happen, it can be very shocking and very, very frightening. We all find our own way to come to terms with it.”

The songs in “A Man of Fortune” came together gradually over the last half a century, some sparked by Clark’s illnesses, others through bursts of lyrical or instrumental inspiration. The opera was tracked over multiple years with contributions from an ensemble of seasoned musicians, including John Spittle (drums), Michael Medina (bass, percussion), Sid Hagan (vocals, mastering), and keyboardists Brent McCollough and Dennis Patton. The album encompasses many styles and genres, reflecting the span of time and musicians dedicated to its release.

“I listened to the album recently, from top to bottom, and I was smiling at the end of it,” said Brian Wooten. “It sounds great.”

More than an album, “A Man of Fortune” is a rock opera that marries dramatic storytelling with classic rock firepower – a 50-year labor of love that channels Austin’s creative heart into a universal story of fame, love, and mortality. Clocking in at 67 minutes, it delivers a classic rock opera experience – epic, heartfelt, and uncompromising.

The Callous Daoboys Announce First UK & European Headline Tour for 2026

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The Callous Daoboys Announce First UK & European Headline Tour for 2026

Atlanta-based sextet The Callous Daoboys have confirmed details of their first full UK and European headline tour, set to kick off in February 2026. The announcement follows the release of their widely praised new album I Don’t Want to See You in Heaven and a year of touring across North America.

Support throughout the tour comes from Knives, with rising UK outfit Love Rarely joining the bill exclusively on the UK dates.

The tour begins February 4th in Amsterdam and will hit 19 cities across the Netherlands, Germany, Hungary, Austria, the Czech Republic, Italy, France, Switzerland, and the UK. The run concludes with a London finale at the Camden Underworld on February 28th.

Tour Dates:

02/04 – Amsterdam, NL – Melkweg*
02/05 – Eindhoven, NL – Effenaar
02/06 – Hamburg, DE – Betty
02/07 – Berlin, DE – Badehaus
02/09 – Budapest, HU – Durer Kert
02/10 – Vienna, AT – Viper Room
02/11 – Prague, CZ – Rock Café
02/12 – Munich, DE – Kranhalle
02/13 – Milan, IT – Legend
02/14 – Lyon, FR – Warm Audio
02/15 – Zurich, CH – Dynamo Werk21
02/17 – Cologne, DE – MTC
02/19 – Norwich, UK – Waterfront Studio*
02/20 – Brighton, UK – Green Door Store
02/21 – Southampton, UK – Joiners
02/22 – Nottingham, UK – Bodega
02/24 – Glasgow, UK – G2
02/25 – Manchester, UK – The Deaf Institute
02/26 – Leeds, UK – Key Club
02/27 – Bristol, UK – Thekla
02/28 – London, UK – Underworld

* No Knives

Peter McPoland Announces ‘Big Lucky’ Tour Following Forthcoming Album Release

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Peter McPoland Announces ‘Big Lucky’ Tour Following Forthcoming Album Release

Following last week’s exciting announcement of his fourth full-length album, Big Lucky (out September 26th), Peter McPoland announces the accompanying tour today.

Spanning both coasts and a total of 30 dates, The Big Lucky tour will commence at The Roxy in Los Angeles on November 3rd. Peter will be accompanied on his upcoming tour by his childhood best friends and fellow musicians that now serve as his band – Joe Curtin, Landon Laney, and Josh Suarez. For a full list of tour dates, see below.

With over 450 million streams on Spotify alone, Peter has touched scores of fans worldwide. The sheer scale of his reach has led to several headlining national tours of his own as well as arena outings supporting the likes of Twenty One Pilots and Imagine Dragons. Peter frequently finds himself carrying out such energetic performances that he has – on many occasions – injured himself on stage and carried on with the show. Some may even remember the appearance of a bedazzled foot cast onstage.

Local/Live Nation Presales begin Wednesday, September 3rd at 10am local times, Spotify presales begin Thursday, September 4th at 10am local times, and General Onsale commences Friday, September 5th at 10am local time.

Peter McPoland/ Big Lucky Tour 2025:
11/03/25 – Los Angeles, CA – The Roxy Theatre
11/05/25 – San Diego, CA – House of Blues
11/07/25 – Santa Ana, CA – Constellation Room
11/08/25 – San Francisco, CA – August Hall
11/10/25 – Portland, OR – Wonder Ballroom
11/12/25 – Seattle, WA – The Showbox
11/13/25 – Boise, ID – Treefort Music Hall
11/16/25 – Denver, CO – Gothic Theatre
11/17/25 – Santa Fe, NM – Meow Wolf
11/19/25 – Phoenix, AZ – Crescent Ballroom
11/20/25 – Las Vegas, NV – House of Blues
02/17/26 – Austin, TX – Scoot Inn
02/18/26 – Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall
02/20/26 – Atlanta, GA – Variety Playhouse
02/21/26 – Carrboro, NC – Cat’s Cradle
02/22/26 – Nashville, TN – Brooklyn Bowl
02/24/26 – Washington, DC – 9:30 Club
02/26/26 – New York, NY – Brooklyn Steel
02/27/26 – Boston, MA – Royale
02/28/26 – Philadelphia, PA – TLA
03/02/26 – Toronto, ON – Danforth Music Hall
03/03/26 – Detroit, MI – Shelter
03/05/26 – Chicago, IL – House of Blues
03/06/26 – Madison, WI – Majestic Theatre
03/07/26 – Minneapolis, MN – First Ave
03/09/26 – Omaha, NE – Slow Down
03/10/26 – Kansas City, MO – The Truman
03/12/26 – Oklahoma City, OK – Beer City Music Hall
03/13/26 – Fort Worth, TX – Tannahill’s Tavern
03/14/26 – Dallas, TX – Echo Lounge

Ice Nine Kills Bring Silver Scream Con to London After First UK Arena Tour

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Ice Nine Kills Bring Silver Scream Con to London After First UK Arena Tour

Following four blockbuster years in the US, theatrical metal heavyweights Ice Nine Kills are bringing their acclaimed horror convention overseas with the launch of Silver Scream Con London.

The two-day event takes place December 13th & 14th at London’s Cumberland Hotel in Marble Arch, directly following the band’s first UK arena headline tour, which concludes with a milestone performance at Wembley’s OVO Arena on Friday, December 12.

Charnas, who grew up attending horror conventions and remains a regular presence at such gatherings worldwide, has worked alongside a team of experienced convention organizers to create an event that merges music, horror, and immersive fan experiences. Each Silver Scream Con features celebrity meet-and-greets, exclusive photo opportunities, Q&A panels, and interactive attractions inspired by classic genre staples.

The convention has quickly become one of the most notable horror events in the United States, growing from its original home near Salem, Massachusetts, to the much larger DCU Center in Worcester within just two years. Now, with Silver Scream Con London, Ice Nine Kills are set to cater to their rapidly expanding international fanbase.

The first wave of guests has been announced, including Terrifier director Damien Leone and actor David Howard Thornton (Art the Clown), with more names and the full schedule to be revealed in the coming weeks.

Tickets go on sale Friday, August 29 at 10am. Fans can pre-register now at https://www.silverscreamconlondon.com

Ice Nine Kills return to the UK in December with Creeper and The Devil Wears Prada supporting them.

Tickets and further info about all live shows can be found here.

Tour Dates:

11/19 – Alcatraz, Milan (IT)
11/20 – Halle 662, Zurich (CH)
11/21 – Salle Pleyel, Paris (FR)
11/23 – Gasometer, Vienna (AU)
11/24 – Zenith, Munich (DE)
11/26 – A.B., Brussels (BE)
11/27 – Palladium, Cologne (DE)
11/28 – Sasazu, Prague (CZ)
11/30 – Haus Auensee, Leipzig (DE)
12/01 – Stodola, Warsaw (PL)
12/02 – Uber Eats Music Hall, Berlin (DE)
12/04 – Sporthalle, Hamburg (DE)
12/05 – 013, Tilburg (NL)
12/06 – Jahrhunderthalle, Frankfurt (DE)
12/08 – Co-op Live, Manchester (UK)
12/09 – OVO Hydro, Glasgow (UK)
12/10 – Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham (UK)
12/12 – Wembley Arena, London (UK)

Dylan Cotrone Shares New EP ‘Weekend Religion,’ A Blend of Faith, Freedom, and Coastal Spirit

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Dylan Cotrone Shares New EP ‘Weekend Religion,’ A Blend of Faith, Freedom, and Coastal Spirit

Dylan Cotrone today shares his highly anticipated EP, Weekend Religion, available now on all streaming platforms. The five-track collection captures Dylan’s unique blend of small-town spirit and coastal escapism – mixing bright, upbeat melodies with breezy guitar and a classic rock songwriting style that finds freedom in the in-between moments.

“Weekend Religion is my personal story of finding balance between faith and freedom,” Dylan shares. “Growing up in a Christian household, faith and structure were my cornerstones, but stepping into college life brought a whirlwind of new experiences-some that took me too far from who I was. Coming back home helped me find my grounding again. Now, weekends with my lifelong friends in our small beach town have become our own kind of ritual-a celebration that’s just as meaningful as any Sunday service. This EP is about that push and pull-finding peace in both the simplicity of faith and the joy of weekend freedom.”

The Weekend Religion EP brings together his recent tracks “Weekend Religion”, “Florida California (State of Mind),” and “Looks A Little Something Like You,” alongside two brand-new tracks: “That’s So Crazy” and “Front Porch Famous.”

One of the new highlights, “Front Porch Famous,” arrives with an official video and rides bouncy production, woozy rhythms, and bleary-eyed electric guitar. Right out of the gate, Dylan declares, “Don’t need to be on the Walk of Fame, just a bar where they know my name.” It all builds into a chantable hook-“Front porch famous, barefoot kings.”

“I’ve had a brief taste and glimpse into a world filled with fame, glamour, and flashing lights, but nothing compares to the recognition and love I get from my friends, my family, and the people in my hometown,” says Dylan. “That will always mean more to me than any spotlight ever could, and that’s exactly what “Front Porch Famous” is about – finding joy in the simple things, and realizing that being known and loved at home is the greatest kind of fame there is.”

On Weekend Religion, Dylan bottles up golden-hour glow and sea salt air into songs that feel both nostalgic and forward-looking-built for beach bars, front porches, and long drives, with one foot rooted in Bradenton and the other wherever the road leads next.

Ana Popovic Returns with Genre-Bending New Album ‘Dance To The Rhythm’

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Ana Popovic Returns with Genre-Bending New Album ‘Dance To The Rhythm’

Powerhouse guitarist-vocalist Ana Popovic returns with her new album, “Dance To The Rhythm” (Electric Heel Records; Release Date: September 26, 2025 digital, October 30, 2026 physical street date). ‘Dance to the Rhythm’ blends searing blues style with elements of rock, R&B, soul and funk to create a unique sound that is intriguing and powerful, unpredictable and new, but unmistakably her very own.

The Serbian-born, Los Angeles based artist known for her electric guitar wizardry and captivating live shows has delivered a ten-track potpourri of tunes — many that seems like Ana is determined to get her fans up and dancing, with upbeat, dance-tinged tracks such as “Worked Up,” “Hurt So Good,” “Sho’ Nuf,” and the title track. There’s also a tasty remake of Paul Simon’s “Fifty Ways To Leave Your Lover;” the hot, funk-with-rap flavored “California Chase” and “Hottest Ticket In Town;” and the soul-gospel infused “Dwell On The Feeling” which merges Popovic’s torrid guitar licks with her sweet-toned, idiosyncratic, yet commanding vocals. Popovic shows off her guitar chops on the soulful “Soulution.” Dance to the Rhythm is a mission statement for the masses, alerting her faithful fans that the six-stringer is back—with a bullet.

“Dance To The Rhythm sums up my life and affection towards this incredible path of music I chose, my perseverance and joy of being who I am, musically and in every other way, surrounded with people that support my vision,” says Popovic. “Back in 2022 and 2023 with the Power album I wasn’t sure of anything. I wasn’t sure if that was going to be the last record I would record, if I was taking a break, or if I was even able to physically tour and record. Those were the most challenging few years of my life. The future was unsure.

“For the past three years, Buthel and I have been cooking up another ten pieces of music — pieces of our lives, carefully crafted, to support space and time where we musically right now, and where we want to be in the next few years with our big band, our small band… all the band formations we have,” adds Popovic. “People write to satisfy the critics, to cross over, to satisfy the ‘blues police’ the “rock police” the “any other police.” We write to accommodate our live show. To inspire the band. Because the live show is where it’s at, for us. That’s my passion and that’s my quest in music.

“And it will, as with every record I ever made, let you discover a new Ana, simultaneously reminding you who Ana really is. Because, my dear fans and friends, you haven’t heard it all just yet.”

Dance To The Rhythm, which merges the soulful bliss of ‘70s funk and R&B with Popovic’s rare brand of fearless modern blues, is a barnburner. Ana Popovic remains an inventive modern-day maestro. Listen to the unbridled energy and subtle nuances throughout Dance to the Rhythm and enjoy an eye-opening, ear-expanding experience. Take the journey.

TRACK LISTING  
Dance To The Rhythm (4:13)
Worked Up (3:09)
50 Ways To Leave Your Lover (4:36)
California Chase (3:31)
Hurt So Good (4:26) 
Sho’ Nuf (3:48)
Dwell On The Feeling (3:49)
Soulution (4:39)
Hottest Ticket In Town (2:51)
Sisters And Brothers (4:11)
 
PERSONNEL
Ana Popovic: Vocals, Guitar, Slide Guitar, Acoustic Guitar
Bruthel: Bass Guitar, Background Vocals
Michele Papadia: Keyboards (Tracks 3, 4, and 8)
Jeremy Thomas: Keyboards (Tracks 1, 2, and 6)
Chris Coleman: Drums (Tracks 4, 7)
Donnel Spencer: Drums (Tracks 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10)
Claudio Giovagnoli: Saxophone (Track 3)
Davide Ghidoni: Trumpet (Track 3)
Jordan Carr: Trumpet and Horn Arrangements (Tracks 1, 4)
Evan Knight: Saxophone (Track 1)
Brett Lamel: Trombone (Track 1)
Karl Vandenbosche and Frank Moca: Percussion (Track 10)
Colonia Calhoun Burns: Background Vocals (Tracks 3, 7)
Traci Nelson and Skyler Gordon: Background Vocals (Tracks 1, 2, 6, 8)
J Sabin: Background Vocals (Tracks 4, 5, 6 10)
Jordana Kelly: Background Vocals 

Graceland Vinyl Collection Adds Limited Blue 10” Featuring Elvis Presley Holiday Classics

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Graceland Vinyl Collection Adds Limited Blue 10” Featuring Elvis Presley Holiday Classics

Elvis Presley’s Graceland has announced the third release in the Graceland Vinyl Collection. The new, limited-edition 10” vinyl features two of Elvis’ most iconic holiday classics, “Blue Christmas” and “Santa Claus is Back in Town” and is now available for pre-order exclusively at ShopGraceland.com.

Custom-pressed on stunning blue vinyl, these two tracks capture the spirit of 1957 – a year that gave us Elvis’ first holiday album, his first Christmas at Graceland, and a musical legacy that still echoes every December.

“Blue Christmas” is one of Elvis’ most iconic holiday songs. Written by Billy Hayes and Jay W. Johnson and first recorded in 1948, the song became iconic when Elvis gave it his signature sound – complete with Millie Kirkham’s backing vocals and The Jordanaires’ classic harmonies. Although part of his 1957 Christmas album, the track wasn’t released as a single until 1964, when it became a hit. Its performance in the 1968 “Comeback Special” remains the only known video footage of Elvis singing a Christmas song.

The flip side, “Santa Claus is Back in Town,” was written for Elvis by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller and introduced a cool, bluesy edge to holiday music that was unmistakably Elvis.

The Graceland Vinyl Collection offers Elvis’ legendary recordings in a limited-edition 10″ vinyl, with each release featuring newly designed jackets and record sleeves, making them truly unique. Previous releases include “That’s All Right,” which sold out during pre-order; and “Stuck on You,” commemorating the 65th anniversary of Elvis’ triumphant return to the spotlight after two years of service in the U.S. Army.

“Blue Christmas” is available now for pre-order on ShopGraceland.com and will ship in early November. The collector’s edition vinyl single will also be available for purchase on-site at Graceland in November, pending availability.

Peezy and Icewear Vezzo Unite for Gritty New Single “So Ghetto”

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Peezy and Icewear Vezzo Unite for Gritty New Single “So Ghetto”

Detroit mainstays Peezy and Icewear Vezzo join forces for their new single “So Ghetto,” out now via EMPIRE. A raw homage to their upbringing and Eastside lifestyle, the track blends Peezy’s sharp storytelling with Vezzo’s signature grit, celebrating both the struggle and the pride that comes with staying true to their roots.

On “So Ghetto,” Peezy paints vivid portraits of daily life, from sugar in his grits to car washes by the hydrant, contrasting them with markers of success, like driving a quarter-million-dollar car while the engine light still flickers. The accompanying video brings those images to life with scenes of stoop hangouts, ankle-monitored baddies, and fast rides tearing through the Eastside, directed by Diego Cruz.

The single follows Peezy’s recent collaboration “All That” with Chicken P and arrives as another defining moment in a career built on resilience and authenticity.

The Barr Brothers Return with Jim James and Joice Adams on Mystical New Single “English Harbour”

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The Barr Brothers Return with Jim James and Joice Adams on Mystical New Single “English Harbour”

When The Barr Brothers finally broke their eight-year silence, they did not return alone for their new single “English Harbour.” Brad and Andrew Barr are joined by longtime friend Jim James of My Morning Jacket and Joice Adams of Arc Iris. Together these voices lift the track into something that feels like fate. It’s the third preview on their forthcoming album Let It Hiss (out Oct. 17), a project that does not just mark a comeback but a re-awakening within the band. Rather than picking up the pieces exactly where they left off, the record reflects a rekindling of something deeper—almost like a spiritual renewal of their bond as brothers and collaborators.

“English Harbour” is a clear example of what reconnection can sound like even after years apart. The fingerprints of Brad and Andrew are all over it, but the added harmonies from James and Adams push the song into mystical territory. Together they create more than just a single—it plays like a living memory, the universal feeling of being stuck hovering between the past and present.

Layered in ways that entice you to listen deeply, at first you hear Brad Barr’s guitar playing steady and unhurried, grounding the song. But as the track unfolds, textures begin to reveal themselves—the falsetto of Jim James soaring in the pre-chorus, the gentle harmonies weaving in and out, creating an atmospheric production that wraps everything in a glowing summer haze.

The interplay of voices is one of the track’s most powerful qualities. Together the song is elevated into a mystical and almost fragile state, a created dialogue. The instrumentation never feels cluttered. Instead, it breathes—every pause feels intentional, every layer serving the song’s emotional landscape rather than overwhelming it. It’s a delicate balance, turning focused arrangements into something that feels cinematic.

Unlike other tracks on the upcoming Let It Hiss, “English Harbour” slows things down, asking the listener to sit with uncertainty and to feel the push and pull between giving up and still holding on. Lyrically, the song resonates with images of memory and resilience. The line “You can hang it on the wall / you can lock it up / it’s a picture of us all / what we won’t give up” captures clearly the struggle to preserve fleeting moments without losing hope in the midst of it all. Later, when the chorus swells into “Oh bury us away / Spirit us away / Carry us away in your arms” the song shifts into something different—almost as if it’s surrendering to a larger force than yourself.

For me, “English Harbour” feels like spinning in slow motion in a field at dusk with the world tilting softly around, as the sky drifts from a warm orange into the deep violet of night. It captures the feeling of moments that somehow stretch into infinity. The mystical tones are what linger the most—the graceful folk anchored in each aspect of the song, creating texture that makes it feel alive.

But what excites me most is that “English Harbour” is only one piece of the puzzle, the third glimpse into Let It Hiss. If this track, along with the singles already released, is any indication, The Barr Brothers aren’t simply revisiting their past—they’re reaching for something deeper. Let It Hiss doesn’t just promise a comeback, it feels like a renewal. And “English Harbour” is proof that the wait has been more than worth it.

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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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