Urban Outfitters introduces On Rotation, a new retail experience created to fuel discovery, inspiration, and authentic connection through a curated mix of today’s most exciting brands, all brought to life with Urban’s signature creativity. Launching now, with its first partner, Nike, On Rotation will debut in stores featuring dynamic lounge-style installations in five key cities: New York, Washington D.C., Scottsdale, San Diego, and Manhattan Beach, CA. This new concept builds on Urban’s strategy to meet the evolving needs of Gen Z and deliver community-driven, memorable retail experiences.
Cyntia Leo, Head of Brand Marketing and Communications at Urban Outfitters, explains the brand’s approach to connecting with its audience: “Urban Outfitters has always been a destination for discovery, especially for Gen Z, who are expressive, engaged, and intentional in how they shop and show up. Connecting with this customer requires more than just great product; it demands cultural fluency and inspiring retail moments. That’s what On Rotation is all about — transforming product categories into immersive narratives. Nike is the ideal first partner to bring this vision to life. Their cultural credibility is unmatched, and their legacy of innovation continues to set the pace.”
Urban Outfitters will launch On Rotation with a cross-divisional assortment of Nike apparel and footwear, styled specifically for the UO consumer. Building on the launch, Urban Outfitters will expand its Nike product assortment across both digital and retail experiences, with over 150 choices. Additionally, to spark buzz and foster community, UO will tap into LA’s vibrant running culture by releasing a limited capsule to celebrate the Nike After Dark Tour: Los Angeles 13.1, a race bringing together sport and self-expression this June. The collection – with an exclusive color way of the Nike Vomero 18, a maximum cushioned running shoe – will be available across all LA store locations, including the On Rotation destination. Leading up to the race, UO partnered with more than 20 influencers and college-aged community members on a four-month training journey to generate excitement and highlight Nike’s presence at UO.
Brad Desy, Head of Stores and Branch Management at Urban Outfitters, describes On Rotation as a dynamic step forward in experiential store concepts: “On Rotation brings a bold new layer of connection and discovery to our stores. The “rotating” concept serves as a living discovery engine, offering a platform to bring our brands to life- in real time.”
Future activations will spotlight new partners across fashion, lifestyle, and design, ensuring On Rotation remains a fresh platform shaped by the brands Gen Z knows and loves.
Fonovisa-Disa, one of the pioneering labels of Mexican music has, for four decades, supported legendary artists from their earliest steps. Many of those artists went on to form the foundation of regional Mexican music and inspiring new generations of artists and fans around the world. Today, the label proudly unveils its new name: Fono.
Fono’s vision for the future is rooted in a desire to expand Mexican music and culture across the globe. Fono’s artists create music that is a celebration of authenticity, heritage, and origin—music that has no limits.
“As a label, through our artists and their creativity, we have always sought to be storytellers and give a voice to what many are not able to express,” said Alfredo Delgadillo, CEO/President of Universal Music Mexico. “With that, Fono proudly epitomizes the present moment, where Mexican Music is growing, influencing other genres, inspiring world-class sounds, sending messages of unity and cultural pride. We are determined to continue uplifting Mexican culture through the voices of a new generation—artists who honor their roots while redefining the sound of tomorrow. At Fono, we believe music is a living expression of identity, and our mission is to amplify those stories that inspire connection and global recognition.”
Since its founding in 1984 as Fonovisa-Disa, the label, Fono has united past, present, and future through music—immortalizing a vast legacy of artists such as Alejandro Fernández, Banda El Recodo de Cruz Lizárraga, La Arrolladora Banda el Limón de René Camacho, Los Bukis, Los Temerarios, Los Tigres del Norte, Marco Antonio Solís, Rigo Tovar, and Valentín Elizalde, among many others. It marked an era with the duranguense movement, championing acts like Horóscopos de Durango, K-Paz de la Sierra, Montez de Durango, Patrulla 81, and Trono de México. It also brought the richness of our culture to life through cumbia legends like Grupo Cañaveral and Socios del Ritmo, and through powerful voices like Alfredo Olivas, Calibre 50, Edith Márquez, Enigma Norteño, and Pancho Barraza.
At the same time, Fono continues to drive the mission of globalizing the genre, cultivating world-class talent such as 8onthebeat, Adriel Favela, Banda Los Sebastianes, Brandon Reyes & Elvin, Camila Fernández, Carolina Ross, Danny Félix, La Coreañera, La Nueva Ola de Cumbia, Los Rojos, Majo Aguilar, Moreno X4, Raymix, NXNNI, Octavio Cuadras, Sahir Montoya, Sam Vázquez, and Vivir Quintana, among many more.
A new chapter begins, and this is only the beginning of much more to come.
Sony Electronics Inc. today announced the WH-1000XM6 wireless noise canceling headphones, the latest edition of its award winning 1000X series that sets a new standard for premium audio and personal listening experiences. Powered by a new next-gen chip and intelligent algorithms, the WH-1000XM6 headphones combine premium sound with the best noise canceling into a new seamless, foldable design that creates an unparalleled audio experience for the everyday music lovers, travellers, and music professionals.
The Next Evolution in Noise Cancellation
The WH-1000XM6 headphones are powered by a new HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3 that is seven times faster than the previous model and uses twelve microphones, 1.5 times more than the WH-1000XM5, to fine-tune sounds in real time.TheWH-1000XM6 headphones combine premium sound with the best noise canceling into a new seamless, foldable design that creates an unparalleled audio experience for the everyday music lovers, travelers, and music professionalsThe WH-1000XM6 headphones were developed in collaboration with world-renowned mastering audio engineers at three of the industry’s top recording studios – Sterling Sound, Battery Studios, and Coast Mastering – to refine every note for studio-level accuracy and deliver a superior music experience the way the artist intended.The intuitive controls allow users to easily switch between noise canceling, ambient sound, and mic mute with tactile buttons and a responsive touch panel.
The WH-1000XM6 headphones are powered by a new HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3 that is seven times faster than the previous model and uses twelve microphones, 1.5 times more than the WH-1000XM5, to fine-tune sounds in real time. The precise detection of the twelve microphones allows for more accurate and adaptive noise cancellation to fit the user’s environment. Whether looking to block out noise on a busy commute or stay focused in the office, the WH-1000XM6 sound experience is built to be seamless and powerful anywhere.
Additionally, Sony’s new Adaptive NC Optimizer delivers unmatched noise canceling precision that adjusts to any form of external noise and air pressure. Plus, the specially designed driver unit is optimally tuned for enhanced noise cancellation.
Auto Ambient Sound mode is even more accurate at adapting to listeners’ surroundings in real time, balancing music and external sound. Microphones are used to filter noise, letting in only important noises like announcements and conversations. Adjust settings automatically or fine-tune them manually in the Sony | Sound Connect app.
Premium Sound, Co-Created with the Masters
The WH-1000XM6 headphones were developed in collaboration with world-renowned mastering audio engineers at three of the industry’s top recording studios – Sterling Sound, Battery Studios, and Coast Mastering – to refine every note for studio-level accuracy and deliver a superior music experience the way the artist intended.
The team of Grammy-winning and Grammy-nominated engineers who contributed to the WH-1000XM6 commitment to deliver the artist’s intended sound includes Randy Merrill (Sterling Sound), Chris Gehringer (Sterling Sound), Mike Piacentini (Battery Studios), and Michael Romanowski (Coast Mastering).
“Sony has always been a benchmark for premium quality, and the WH-1000XM6 headphones take it to a new level,” says Randy Merrill, Mastering Engineer from Sterling Studio who took part in the co-creation of the WH-1000XM6 headphones. “They transport me to a different world with their excellent bass, frequency response, soundstage and detail and truthfully represent the sounds of the recordings that we work so hard to make.”
Mike Piacentini from Battery Studios states, “we, as mastering engineers, spend a lot of time with the artists and producers to make their vision sound as intended. With the WH-1000XM6, listeners will have a more enjoyable experience because they’re hearing every emotion, engineering decision, and songwriting choice that the artist and engineer have made.”
Engineered to Perfection
The WH-1000XM6 are engineered to perfection with the specially designed driver unit delivering clarity that feels almost tangible, and every detail with precision.
The high rigidity carbon fiber composite material dome and uniquely developed voice coil structure brings out the subtleties in every frequency—making vocals sound richer, instruments more defined, and bringing out the emotion in the track.
The WH-1000XM6 supports the High-Resolution Audio and High-Resolution Audio Wireless, thanks to LDAC, Sony’s industry-adopted audio coding technology. In addition, using Edge-AI, DSEE Extreme upscales compressed digital music files in real time to restore high range sound lost in compression.
The Sony | Sound Connect app makes it even easier to fine tune the entertainment experience on the WH-1000XM62. When listening to music, listeners can customize their perfect sound with the 10-band EQ or create a spacious feel with Background Music Effect. Gamers can also enjoy the Game EQ, developed with Sony’s expertise from INZONE, its gaming gear brand, to enhance sound quality for first-person shooter (FPS) gaming. For those watching movies on the go, the WH-1000XM6 also feature 360 Reality Audio Upmix for Cinema that brings spatial sound experience to transport listeners into the movie from 2ch stereo sound by Sony’s unique upmix and 360 Spatial Sound technology.
Always Be Heard with the Ultra Clear Call Quality
The WH-1000XM6 gives clarity to every call with an advanced six-microphone AI-based beamforming system that isolates the user’s voice from background noise, even in noisy environments. Users can now mute instantly with a touch of a button.
Masterfully Crafted for All-Day Comfort
The familiar iconic design of the 1000X series has been taken to the next level with an elegant, soft fit wider headband featuring synthetic leather ensuring a pressure-free fit. The asymmetrical headband design makes it easy to identify the left and right side with just a glance.
The earpads are designed for all-day wear thanks to stretchable material that provides a secure yet gentle fit to reduce pressure while still blocking external noise.
Plus, the intuitive controls allow users to easily switch between noise canceling, ambient sound, and mic mute with tactile buttons and a responsive touch panel.
Inspired by products with handcrafted precision workmanship, the folding mechanism on the WH-1000XM6 is crafted using advance metal injection for a seamless durable fold, while designed to slip easily into bags and airplane pockets. The compact case now features a magnetic closure for convenient access.
More Intuitive, Smarter than Ever
The WH-1000XM6 now has Scene-based Listening, a new intuitive feature that uses sensing technology to automatically play music according to the user’s activity and adjust noise cancellation level based on their environment and location. Quick Access and Scene-based Listening can connect to the top music service including Amazon Music (via “Amazon Music Play Now”), Apple Music, Spotify (via “Spotify Tap” and YouTube Music.
The WH-1000XM6 supports LE (low energy) Audio, delivering ultra-low latency for flawless gaming and effortless access to broadcasts with AuraCast, with exceptional sound quality. The Multi-Point and Auto Switch makes switching between devices seamless, so listeners are always connected without interruption.
Users can now listen and charge at the same time by simply plugging in the USB charging cable. The WH-1000XM6 headphones come with up to 30 hours of battery life with noise cancelling on, so users can enjoy superlative sound even on long trips, with a remarkable three-hours’ worth of charge in just three minutes.
Partnership with global superstar Post Malone
Sony has partnered with 9x Diamond-certified, GRAMMY Award-nominated global icon Post Malone as part of Sony’s “For The Music” audio brand campaign. As one of the most influential and genre-defying artists of his generation, Post Malone embodies the spirit of authenticity, creativity, and connection—values that lie at the core of Sony’s approach to audio innovation. “Great sound is essential for me when I’m making and listening to music,” said Post Malone. “These new noise canceling headphones make you feel completely inside the music.” As part of the campaign, Post Malone worked alongside Sony’s team to create a series of ads that showcase how Sony’s audio technology transforms the listening experience, making fans feel like they’re sharing a moment with the artist in real-time.
Made with the environment in mind
Sony has designed these headphones with the environment in mind. The WH-1000XM6 packaging is made from 100% paper materials. Sony continues to advance the adoption of Sony’s proprietary paper, Original Blended Material, for the packaging of its flagship headphone model, the 1000X series (the WF-1000XM5, WF-1000XM4, WH-1000XM5 and WH-1000XM6). Original Blended Material is an environmentally conscious paper material made from bamboo, sugarcane fibres, and post-consumer recycled paper.
For The Music
Sony established the brand platform “For The Music” for its premier consumer and professional audio products and services. With “For The Music,” Sony is affirming itself as the premier audio brand connecting music creators and consumers, aiming to create authentic music experiences and transcend emotion for fans by supporting creator vision over everything.
Pricing and availability
The WH-1000XM6 are available now in Black, Platinum Silver, and Midnight Blue with a suggested retail price of $449.99 USD / $599.99 CAN at Sony.com, Best Buy,Amazon and other authorized dealers.
Leave it to John Williams to reframe a cornerstone of classical canon with a wink. When French horn virtuoso Sarah Willis performed Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 7” mid-interview, the composer immediately heard dorsal fins circling. With impeccable timing, Williams quipped that Beethoven had been swimming all along—bridging two centuries of music with one shark-sized joke.
What began as a tongue-in-cheek challenge from comedians Andrew Heaton and Justin Robert Young has now taken on surreal, symphonic life. Armed with otamatones—part toy, part instrument—the Western Boone Junior-Senior High School band transformed novelty into spectacle. Under Leslie Baker’s direction, the goofy synthesizer became a strange, joyful weapon of sound, collapsing irony into earnest musical celebration.
BANKS releases her brand-new single “Candy” via ADA Worldwide, the independent label and artist services arm of Warner Music Group. “Candy” is a poignant and introspective track that candidly addresses her personal experience with depression, the complexities of antidepressants, and the internal struggle of whether to return to them.
BANKS says it was, “The feeling like I was weak. It made me angry. It’s something I had to overcome. This song is filled with my personal stories told in a dream-like way. It holds anger, blame, shame, feeling lost, love, and acceptance within its composition. It touches on family dynamics that happen when a member is depressed. When someone wants to help but can’t. When offers of advice feel offensive. When antidepressants are the answer. Like the candy a child needs to stop crying. The balance between childlike sounds and the heavy subject matter creates a world that feels eerie and beautiful.”
“Candy” is included on the deluxe version of BANKS’s most recent album, Off With Her Head, which is also out today. The deluxe album is an extension of the bold, genre-defying body of work that channels raw emotion, vulnerability and empowerment. The Off With Her Head deluxe album also includes five acoustic tracks and features previous singles “I Hate Your Ex-Girlfriend” featuring Doechii, “Best Friends,” her most recent single, “Love Is Unkind,” as well as, “Delulu,” and “Meddle In The Mold.”
Maddie Lenhart, country’s next favorite female voice. She captivates fans with her hair-standing new single “Time Traveler,” released today. Lenhart’s latest single, “Time Traveler,” is a warm, honeyed meditation on presence in a world obsessed with what’s next. Written with Brianna Nelson and Julie Eddy and produced by Brad Hill (Maren Morris, Brothers Osborne), the song sways between nostalgia and clarity, carried by Maddie’s golden-toned voice and a production that glows like a slow-setting sun.
With lines like: “Life’s a one-way road / So take it in and take it slow / Don’t you know right now is all that matters?” Lenhart invites listeners to pause, breathe, and let go of the need to chase time. It’s not a song Lenhart has written – it’s a soul check.
After leaving her 9-to-5 during the pandemic to pursue music full-time, Maddie has found her footing as a compelling new voice in the Nashville scene. Her debut single “Sober” clocked nearly 400K organic streams, and she’s performed at The Listening Room, Bluebird Cafe, and a sold-out hometown show at The Barns at Wolftrap. Catch her this summer at CMA Fest 2025, performing both a full band ASCAP set at Fifth & Peabody and an elevated acoustic set on the Spotlight Stage sponsored by SoFi.
World-renowned band Train and one of dance music’s biggest stars Gabry Ponte throw all genre labels aside, proving that true art knows no bounds as they come together on debut collaboration ‘Brokenhearted.’
Both artists are innovators within their own respective scenes, so it comes as no surprise that when paired together in the studio the result is electrifying. ‘Brokenhearted’ has the toe-tapping, acoustic rhythm signature to Train. Not to mention the instantly recognisable warm vocal tones of lead singer Pat Monahan which tell of the heartfelt story. There’s no time for tears however as, Gabry Ponte’s slick-cut production cuts in deep with a pulsating kick that turns up the tempo and combined with illuminating synths and sparkling electro effects, makes for a cool and contemporary dance-rock fusion.
As one of Italy’s biggest musical exports, DJ and producer Gabry Ponte bares an illustrious career which all started with his time in Eiffel 65, producing global mega hit ‘Blue (da ba dee).’ Not even at the halfway mark of 2025, and already this is shaping up to be Gabry’s biggest year yet, entering into the Eurovision Song Contest, with the honour of representing San Marino at the grand finale on Saturday 17th May. As well as the immense accolade of becoming the first DJ to headline Milan’s famous San Siro Stadium on 28th June 2025, selling out all 55,000 tickets months in advance.
Since their formation in 1994, internationally acclaimed, diamond-selling band Train has been captivating audiences across the globe with their signature blend of rock and pop, infectious melodies, and heartfelt lyrics. Known for their critically acclaimed catalogue of chart-topping smash hits like ‘Drops of Jupiter,’ ‘Hey, Soul Sister,’ and ‘Drive By,’ Train has sold more than 10 million albums and 30 million tracks worldwide. The band has had 14 songs on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart and 13 albums on the Billboard 200 albums chart, earning multiple platinum/gold citations, including three GRAMMY Awards, two Billboard Music Awards, and dozens of other honours.
Oh Boy Records, the beloved independent label founded by the late John Prine, is proud to call Nashville home and equally proud to be a record label run by immigrants. Today, they’re honored to announce the release of The Belonging EP Vol. 1, a special collection of John Prine cover songs created to support Nashville’s immigrant community while bringing a little joy to Prine fans everywhere.
Available exclusively on Bandcamp for a limited time, The Belonging EP Vol. 1 will benefit The Belonging Fund, a new initiative from the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee (CFMT) in partnership with the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. All proceeds from the EP will go directly to The Belonging Fund, which provides urgent assistance to immigrant families in crisis across the Nashville area.
The suggested donation for The Belonging EP Vol. 1 is $10, but fans who are able are encouraged to give more. Every dollar goes directly to those who need it most. The Belonging EP Vol. 1 is available now only on Bandcamp.
The EP features five heartfelt covers of classic songs, performed in tribute to the spirit and storytelling legacy of John Prine.
Track Listing: My Old Kentucky Home, Goodnight Oh Boy! (All My Love All My Kisses) Loretta I Just Called to Say I Love You Sweet and Dandy
Noah Cyrus has revealed her latest single ‘I Saw The Mountains,’ released today and accompanied with a breathtaking music video directed by Rudy Grazziani.
‘I Saw The Mountains’ continues to establish 25-year-old Cyrus as one of the most treasured female songwriters in country and alternative. While her streaming numbers continue to soar globally, the Nashville-born artist stays true to her musical path, unwavering, and focused on making music that speaks truest to her, while growing into a one-of-a-kind artist of her generation.
The celestial and otherworldly wall of sound that ‘I Saw The Mountains’ conjures, invites listeners even further into the haunting and magical world of Noah Cyrus, and follows her collaboration with the highly lauded Fleet Foxes’ Robin Pecknold on “Don’t Put It All On Me,” which garnered critical praise around the world from the likes of Rolling Stone Magazine, Pitchfork, American Songwriter, NME, and more.
On her new music, Cyrus reveals, “We all want to connect with our past while also being aware of the present moment. Music does that for me, and this new collection of songs was made with that in mind,” she says. “I want to evoke that feeling of a comforting friend- and allow us all to heal.”
