Cheyenne drops “Anticipating You,” a flirty pop track built for late-night drives and open windows. The single carries modern production that sits comfortably in the pop and indie-pop lane, with glossy synths and warm guitar tones supporting a confident vocal performance that stays locked in from start to finish. Lyrics like “Lying wide awake, while you saturate every part of my brain” capture restless desire and the space between wanting and having. Cheyenne leans into vulnerability and pleasure without apology, creating intimacy that pulls you into a world where nothing else matters. The track arrives as her fifth and final single before a new era begins in 2026, following her Pirate Studios showcase and four previous releases. With an East Coast tour approaching, “Anticipating You” announces Cheyenne as an artist ready to claim her moment. This one lands with the kind of polish and self-assurance that makes repeat plays inevitable.
With Løve And Olivver The Kid Unite On Melodic Bass Single “Blue Starlight”
US producer With Løve joins forces with LA-based singer-songwriter Olivver The Kid on “Blue Starlight,” a melodic bass collaboration out now via SLANDER’s Heaven Sent imprint. The track emerged from a genuine creative connection formed at Hoang’s ‘Heartstrings’ album showcase in Los Angeles, where both artists contributed to separate songs on the project. That initial meeting sparked an immediate collaborative energy that translated into this co-written single about memory, youth, and suspended moments under night skies.
“Blue Starlight” opens with languid acoustic guitar and wistful piano before Olivver The Kid’s understated vocal floats into the arrangement, delivering soft longing without veering into drama. Shimmering synth layers and smooth drum patterns gradually expand the sonic space while layered harmonies add dimension. The song pivots into a chilled, brass-kissed drop that brings jubilation without losing restraint, then resolves into a melodic bass outro that wraps everything with quiet confidence. The production moves between introspection and release, built for both late-night headphone sessions and dancefloor environments.
With Løve recalls the collaboration’s origins: “Olivver the Kid and I met at a show in LA last February and shortly after that connected again online. I sent him over the initial demo that I had been working on and we began writing and working on it right away. I’m so excited to finally share ‘Blue Starlight’ with the world. This is a special track that I hope will resonate with a lot of people.” Olivver The Kid describes the song as “a moment in time. This nostalgic memory under the stars or youth and love—a sonic coming-of-age journey.” The track captures what happens when two artists who operate at the intersection of electronic production and emotional storytelling find common ground, and the chemistry translates into something that holds weight beyond its runtime.
With Løve has built his catalog through collaborations with Sabai, Kellin Quinn, RYZYN, and dreamr, while earning sync placements including Netflix’s ‘Love Is Blind.’ Olivver The Kid, originally from New Orleans, made his transition from indie pop drummer to solo artist with releases alongside Dabin, Said The Sky, and Jason Ross, plus his high-profile appearance on “Time” with G-Eazy and Skizzy Mars. “Blue Starlight” brings both artists into alignment, delivering a track that glows with melodic warmth and refuses to rush its own unfolding.
Lonesome River Band Delivers Innovative Telegrass Mastery On Their New Single “Bernadette”
Legendary bluegrass hitmakers Lonesome River Band showcase a bold sonic evolution with their latest single “Bernadette” which blends traditional acoustic instrumentation with electric flair. This track introduces the innovative Telegrass treatment by incorporating the chicken pickin’ style of Telecaster wizard Rod Riley into the group’s high-energy rhythm. National Fiddlers Association Hall of Fame member Mike Hartgrove opens the piece with a sharp instrumental performance that anchors the song in classic bluegrass excellence. The narrative comes from the songwriting team of Bob and Ginger Minner who found inspiration for the title while discussing unique names for a novel. Guitarist Jesse Smathers handles the lead vocals with a soulful grit that captures the doleful story of a farmer abandoned by a trifling woman. The arrangement features a unique structural approach with split solos and distinctive open fifth harmonies throughout the chorus. Hearing the interplay between Sammy Shelor’s award-winning banjo work and the electric guitar leads is an absolute revelation for the genre.
The origin of the track is as unique as its sound because the idea sparked while the songwriters were driving and joking about names. Bob Minner recalls that “out of nowhere I sang that name and first line” before returning home to finish the composition quickly. He specifically intended to use the word “trifling” to describe the character in this bluegrass tale of abandonment. Minner sent the demo immediately to Jesse Smathers because this specific group was exactly who he heard in his head during the writing process. The band utilizes split solos to highlight the individual talents of Miller, Shelor, and Riley throughout the recording. This release successfully honors the history of the band while pushing the boundaries of modern roots music.
Craig Havighurst Guides Readers Toward Deeper Sonic Understanding In His New Book ‘Musicality For Modern Humans’
Nashville broadcaster Craig Havighurst revolutionizes the way people interact with sound in his recently released 286-page guide ‘Musicality For Modern Humans’. The veteran reporter utilizes twenty-five years of industry experience to simplify complex music theory for the average listener. This book addresses the inner game of sound-based art and provides a roadmap for anyone looking to escape the confines of modern algorithms. Havighurst explains how musicians manipulate tone, time, and timbre to elicit emotional and spiritual responses from an audience. He honors the educational lineage of icons like Wynton Marsalis while providing a fresh perspective on 21st-century listening habits. The narrative encourages active engagement with all genres to enhance personal well-being and community bonds. Discovering the secrets of how creativity functions through his assertive prose is a pure joy for any music lover. Readers can find both hardback and paperback editions through Sager Group LLC to begin their own lifelong exploration of discerning listening.
Live Nation NZ Confirms Bank of New Zealand as Naming Rights Partner for Waikato Regional Theatre
The Waikato Regional Theatre today announced a new five-year naming rights partnership with Bank of New Zealand (BNZ), in collaboration with Live Nation New Zealand. The partnership will see the 1,300-capacity venue renamed BNZ Theatre, reflecting a shared commitment to supporting arts, culture, and community across Hamilton and the wider Waikato region as the venue prepares to open in January 2026.
BNZ Theatre will serve as a gateway to both domestic and international arts and entertainment, offering audiences a world-class venue that champions creativity, cultural exchange, and regional pride.
Māori soul singer, TEEKS, will be the first major artist to perform on the theatre’s public opening night on January 23, followed by New Zealand legends Sir Dave Dobbyn (24 – 25 January) and Bic Runga (21 March) and the first international artist Sophie Ellis Bextor on 3 February.
BNZ CEO Dan Huggins says: “We’re proud to support BNZ Theatre – Waikato’s premier new arts and entertainment venue located in the heart of Hamilton city. This partnership reflects our commitment to the Waikato and to delivering meaningful social, cultural, and economic benefits to our customers and the wider community.
“Hamilton sits at the heart of New Zealand’s primary sector engine room – a city where agritech, research and rural enterprise intersect to drive billions in value for our national economy.
BNZ Theatre will not only bring more opportunities to enjoy the vibrant world of the arts, culture, and live entertainment, it will also help to create jobs, support local tourism and local small businesses, particularly in the hospitality and accommodation sectors.
“We are looking forward to being part of the extensive programming BNZ Theatre will bring to the region and celebrating with our customers and the wider community.”
Kristy Rosser, Senior Vice President, Head of Media and Sponsorship at Live Nation Australia and New Zealand says: “BNZ’s partnership marks an exciting new chapter for the Waikato Regional Theatre, now BNZ Theatre. From January 2026, its diverse programming will help shape a dynamic cultural hub that attracts local and international performers and elevates this world-class venue.”
BNZ Theatre will open its doors for a special civic opening on January 19 through to January 21 with the world premiere of “To the Stars / Kingā Whetū” (19 – 21 January), commissioned by the Waikato Regional Property Trust and produced by Mayall Creative. The event will celebrate the creative spirit of the Waikato region through a performance involving hundreds of local performers from diverse artistic communities.
Located at 198 Victoria Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton, BNZ Theatre officially opens to the public on 19 January 2026.
For programming and further information, visit waikatoregionaltheatre.co.nz
Elementary School Kids Deliver An Angelic Interpretation Of The Grateful Dead Classic “Ripple”
The talented young vocalists of the Barton Hills Choir brought a refreshing and ethereal energy to the Grateful Dead classic “Ripple” as part of the global DeadCoversProject. Led by choir director Gavin Tabone at Barton Hills Elementary School in Austin, the group showcases the timeless songwriting of Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter. Tabone handled the production and performed all the instrumentation to create a lush musical foundation for the fifth and sixth grade singers. This specific performance highlights the choir’s long-standing tradition of interpreting classic rock staples for a modern audience.
Charlie Puth Announces Whatever’s Clever! World Tour
Internationally acclaimed, multi-platinum and award-winning artist, producer, musician and songwriter Charlie Puth today announced the Whatever’s Clever! 2026 World Tour, revealing headline dates across North America, Europe and the United Kingdom. The tour will span nearly 50 shows, with performances in San Diego, Phoenix, San Francisco, Vancouver, Boston, Nashville, Stockholm, Barcelona, Paris, London, Warsaw and more.
His most ambitious tour yet, Puth has assembled a world-class band to bring his biggest hits and more to the stage, delivering an unforgettable live experience. Produced by Live Nation, the North American leg will see the chart-topping artist headline iconic venues including Madison Square Garden in New York City and Los Angeles’ Kia Forum. The North American tour will feature support from Daniel Seavey and Lawrence on select shows and Ally Salort on all dates.
His European run begins on June 30 at Gröna Lund in Stockholm, taking him across Europe and the United Kingdom including London, Manchester, Helsinki, Hamburg, Paris, and more before concluding on July 30 in Warsaw.
TICKETS: Citi / AAdvantage is the official presale credit card of the Whatever’s Clever! World Tour in North America. As such, Citi / AAdvantage cardmembers will have access to purchase presale tickets in select cities beginning Tuesday, January 13, at 10 am local time through Citi Entertainment. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com.
An artist presale for all dates will begin Wednesday, January 14 at 10 am local time, ahead of the general onsale starting Friday, January 16 at 10 am local time at www.charlieputh.com.
2026 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES
04/22 – Viejas Arena – San Diego, CA+^
04/24 – Arizona Financial Theatre – Phoenix, AZ+^
04/25 – Santa Barbara Bowl – Santa Barbara, CA+^=
04/28 – Honda Center – Anaheim, CA+^
04/29 – Kia Forum – Los Angeles, CA+^
05/01 – Bill Graham Civic Auditorium – San Francisco, CA+^=
05/03 – WAMU Theater – Seattle, WA+^
05/05 – Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre – Vancouver, BC+^
05/07 – Veterans Memorial Coliseum – Portland, OR+^
05/09 – Maverik Center – Salt Lake City, UT+^
05/10 – Bellco Theatre – Denver, CO+^
05/13 – Starlight Theatre – Kansas City, MO+^
05/15 – Rosemont Theatre – Rosemont, IL+^
05/16 – The Armory – Minneapolis, MN+^
05/19 – Fox Theatre – Detroit, MI+^
05/20 – TD Coliseum – Hamilton, ON+^
05/22 – MGM Music Hall at Fenway – Boston, MA+^
05/23 – Mohegan Sun Arena – Uncasville, CT+^=
05/26 – EagleBank Arena – Fairfax, VA+^
05/29 – Madison Square Garden – New York, NY+^
05/30 – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena – Atlantic City, NJ*^=
06/01 – Spectrum Center – Charlotte, NC*^
06/03 – Synovus Bank Amphitheater At Chastain Park – Atlanta, GA*^
06/05 – Hard Rock Live – Hollywood, FL*^=
06/06 – Addition Financial Arena – Orlando, FL*^
06/09 – Ascend Amphitheater – Nashville, TN*^
06/11 – Moody Center – Austin, TX*^
06/12 – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory – Irving, TX*^
06/13 – 713 Music Hall – Houston, TX*^
Support Key
+Daniel Seavey
*Lawrence
^Ally Sallort
=Non-Live Nation Date
2026 EUROPEAN & U.K. TOUR DATES
06/27 – Tinderbox – Odense, Denmark*
06/30 – Gröna Lund – Stockholm, Sweden
07/01 – Allas Live – Helsinki, Finland
07/03 – Stavern Festival – Larvik, Norway*
07/05 – Stadtpark Open Air – Hamburg, Germany
07/06 – myticket Jahrhunderthalle – Frankfurt, Germany
07/08 – Barts Festival – Barcelona, Spain*
07/09 – Mad Cool Festival – Madrid, Spain*
07/13 – Olympia – Paris, France
07/15 – Eventim Apollo – London, UK
07/18 – O2 Academy – Birmingham, UK
07/19 – Iveagh Gardens – Dublin, Ireland
07/21 – Usher Hall – Edinburgh, UK
07/22 – Manchester Academy – Manchester, UK
07/24 – Anfiteatro di Pompei – Pompei, Italy
07/25 – Villa Erba – Cernobbio, Italy
07/27 – Budapest Park – Budapest, Hungary
07/28 – Forum Karlín – Prague, Czechia
07/30 – Progresja Summer Stage – Warsaw, Poland
*Festival appearance
Charlie Puth has also revealed the second single from his forthcoming album Whatever’s Clever! will be released this coming Friday, January 16. Titled “Beat Yourself Up,” the track comes ahead of his highly anticipated Super Bowl performance in San Francisco on February 8, and his fourth studio album out on Atlantic Records on March 27 – Pre-order/add/save Whatever’s Clever! HERE
Country Music Legend Dallas Smith Takes Center Stage In The Powerful Redemption Drama ‘Soul’s Road’ Opening Nationwide February 6
Country superstar Dallas Smith makes his cinematic lead debut in the upcoming feature film ‘Soul’s Road’ which arrives in Canadian theatres on February 6. The story follows Ronan Garrett, a disgraced musician who returns to his hometown after a decade to repair the relationships he shattered during his rise to fame. Director Joel Stewart captured the production in Edmonton, Alberta, creating a visual backdrop that matches the emotional depth of this redemption arc. Smith delivers a grounded performance as a man trading his rockstar past for a humble job at a local music shop while seeking forgiveness. The film follows an extensive cross-country promotional tour that built significant momentum for this wide theatrical release. The chemistry between the cast members adds a layer of genuine warmth to the narrative of second chances.
Hayes Carll Expands His Americana Masterpiece With ‘We’re Only Human (Deluxe Edition)’ Featuring “If We Don’t Try”
Grammy-nominated songwriter Hayes Carll prepares to unveil the expanded ‘We’re Only Human (Deluxe Edition)’ on January 16th to build upon the massive success of his tenth studio album. This upcoming version adds the fresh tracks “If We Don’t Try” featuring Ashley McBryde, “Not There Yet,” and “Blues Be Gone” to his already celebrated collection. The original record spent fourteen weeks inside the Top 5 of the Americana Album Chart and earned high praise for its transparency and sharp observations. Carll follows up a busy 2025 where he toured on the “Bible on the Dash Tour” and celebrated the twentieth anniversary of ‘Little Rock’ with this definitive release. The songwriting on this record carries a gritty and soulful weight that grounds every melody in true human experience. He hits the road for the “We’re Only Human Winter Tour 2026” starting January 29th in Santa Fe at Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery. The nineteen-market run includes stops at the Troubadour in Los Angeles and the Bluebird Theater in Denver. Seeing Carll share a microphone with Ashley McBryde on the new single is a total highlight for any fan of authentic country storytelling.
“We’re Only Human Winter Tour 2026” Dates:
1/29 – Santa Fe, NM – Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery
1/30 – Phoenix, AZ – Crescent Ballroom
1/31 – Yucca Valley, CA – Mojave Gold
2/3 – Solana Beach, CA – Belly Up Tavern
2/4 – Los Angeles, CA – Troubadour
2/5 – San Francisco, CA – Great American Music Hall
2/6 – Sacramento, CA – Harlow’s
2/7 – Crystal Bay, NV – The Crystal Bay Club
2/10 – Portland, OR – Aladdin Theater
2/11 – Seattle, WA – Tractor Tavern
2/12 – Seattle, WA – Tractor Tavern
2/13 – Bellingham, WA – Wild Buffalo House of Music
2/14 – Spokane, WA – The District Bar
2/15 – Missoula, MT – Top Hat
2/17 – Bozeman, MT – The ELM
2/18 – Jackson Hole, WY – Mangy Moose Steakhouse and Saloon
2/19 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Commonwealth Room
2/20 – Denver, CO – Bluebird Theater
2/21 – Fort Collins, CO – Washington’s
Kraftwerk Demonstrate Their Signature Machinemusik Style In The Classic 1975 British Television Debut Of “Autobahn”
The innovative German electronic group Kraftwerk introduced a new sonic language during their first British television appearance on the BBC program Tomorrow’s World. This historic broadcast features the band showcasing the technical precision of their twenty-two minute symphony “Autobahn” for a curious audience. The performance highlights the transition from traditional instruments to specialized synthesizers and custom hardware.