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Chez Kane Unveils The Bold New Single “Tongue Of Love” From Her Upcoming Album ‘Reckless’

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British rocker Chez Kane marks a powerful return to the spotlight with “Tongue Of Love,” the debut single from her third studio album titled ‘Reckless’ arriving March 27, 2026. This track delivers a playful and bold exploration of desire, supported by a brand new official visualizer. The composition highlights a sharp melodic firepower that has become a signature of her evolving discography. This music radiates a massive arena-ready energy that instantly commands the room.

The creative partnership between Chez Kane and producer Danny Rexon of Crazy Lixx reaches new heights on this upcoming release via Frontiers Music Srl. Rexon handles the writing and production duties, ensuring a seamless blend of classic glam influences and crisp modern standards. ‘Reckless’ features a diverse range of sonic landscapes, moving from high-velocity bangers to sophisticated slow-burners. The instrumental arrangements provide a thick foundation for soaring vocal performances that define the current melodic rock revival.

This project represents a significant personal milestone for Kane as she stepped into a more collaborative role during the writing process. The development since her previous record, ‘Powerzone,’ is evident in the confident delivery and expanded emotional range found within these new tracks. Every arrangement on the album benefits from a hands-on approach that prioritizes high-octane hooks and slick guitar work. This collection of songs stands as a definitive statement of artistic growth and vocal dominance.

The chemistry captured in the studio translates into a record that feels entirely authentic to the golden age of hard rock. By focusing on infectious choruses and a no-holds-barred attitude, the music successfully bridges the gap between nostalgic swagger and contemporary grit. The result is a high-energy experience that rewards listeners with pure, unadulterated rock and roll spirit. This album is a masterclass in how to modernize a classic sound with charisma and technical precision.

Anna Von Hausswolff Joins Ethel Cain On “Aging Young Women” From The New Album ‘ICONOCLASTS’

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Anna von Hausswolff has unveiled “Aging Young Women,” a striking collaboration with Ethel Cain that marks the final preview of the ‘ICONOCLASTS’ album. This track centers on the heavy intersection of church organ and dual vocal harmonies to address the weight of unfulfilled aspirations. The composition moves with a deliberate and mounting tension, utilizing a full string ensemble and saxophone trills from Otis Sandsjö to build a massive sonic architecture. This duet stands as a monumental pillar of the record, showcasing a sophisticated blend of ritualistic atmosphere and melodic clarity.

The album arrived this past October via YEAR0001 and represents a significant expansion of von Hausswolff’s creative boundaries. Recorded alongside producer Filip Leyman, the project features guest appearances from Iggy Pop and Abul Mogard, creating a diverse palette of textures. The songs navigate between brass fanfares and intimate vocal deliveries, exploring the reimagining of personal symbols and autonomy. This music possesses a shimmering, iridescent quality that demands attention through sheer scale and tonal depth.

‘ICONOCLASTS’ features the following tracks:

The Beast

Facing Atlas

The Iconoclast

The Whole Woman feat. Iggy Pop

The Mouth

Stardust

Aging Young Women feat. Ethel Cain

Consensual Neglect

Struggle With the Beast

An Ocean of Time feat. Abul Mogard

Unconditional Love feat. Maria von Hausswolff

Rising Legends

Live performances across North America and Europe provide an opportunity to witness these compositions in a physical space. The upcoming Spring tour includes stops in San Francisco, Toronto, and Brooklyn, where von Hausswolff leads a selected ensemble on organ and keys. These dates follow a comprehensive winter run through major European cities and festivals. Every performance translates the dense studio layers into a visceral and anthemic experience.

The artistry displayed on this record confirms a fearless approach to maximalist composition. By integrating pop sensibilities into sprawling, experimental structures, the work achieves a rare balance of accessibility and complexity. The collaboration between these distinct voices creates a hauntingly beautiful landscape that remains etched in the mind long after the final note fades.

Tour Dates:

Jan 21: Knust, Hamburg – Germany

Jan 22: Columbia Theatre, Berlin – Germany

Jan 23: Paradiso, Amsterdam – Netherlands

Jan 25: Thekla, Bristol – United Kingdom

Jan 27: YES, Manchester – United Kingdom

Jan 28: Islington Assembly Hall, London – United Kingdom

Jan 30: Trix, Antwerp – Belgium

Jan 31: Trabendo – Paris, France

Feb 02: Aeronef Club – Lille, France

Feb 03: Les Trinitaires – Metz, France

Feb 04: Gebaude 9 – Cologne, Germany

Feb 06: Ampere – Munich, Germany

Feb 07: WUK – Vienna, Austria

Feb 09: Nova Spirala – Prague, Czechia

Feb 11: Santeria Toscana 31 – Milan, Italy

Feb 12: Locomotiv – Bologna, Italy

Feb 13: Antigel Festival – Geneva, Switzerland

Mar 04: Atlas Song, Göteborgs Operan, Sweden

Mar 05: Atlas Song, Göteborgs Operan, Sweden

Mar 17: San Francisco, CA – Brick & Mortar

Mar 18: Los Angeles, CA – Facing Atlas

Mar 20: Chicago, IL – Empty Bottle

Mar 22: Toronto, ON – The Drake

Mar 25: Brooklyn, NY – Zone One

Mar 26: Washington, DC – Songbyrd

May 21: Atlas Song – St Pölten, Germany

May 22: Atlas Song – St Pölten, Germany

Jul 03-07: Primavera Sound – Barcelona, Spain

Austen Starr Crushes Hard Rock Expectations With The New Single “Medusa” From ‘I Am The Enemy’

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Austen Starr brings a sharp, aggressive energy to the rock landscape with the arrival of “Medusa,” the latest glimpse into her upcoming debut album titled ‘I Am The Enemy’ scheduled for February 13, 2026. This track serves as the foundational spark for her entire partnership with Frontiers Music Srl, originating from a demo written during her early years. The song utilizes a mythological framework to explore themes of power and control, featuring a music video that depicts a high-stakes psychological game. This specific composition carries a heavy, driving rhythm that anchors the vocal performance with absolute authority.

The collaborative force behind this record includes an impressive roster of veteran musicians. Joel Hoekstra provides the guitar work and co-wrote the material, while the rhythm section consists of Chris Collier on bass and drums. Steve Ferlazzo contributes keyboards and Chloe Lowery adds backing vocals to the mix. The collective output results in a thick, wall-of-sound production that aligns with the sonic weight of modern hard rock. This record is a thunderous triumph of classic technique meeting a fresh, snarling perspective.

‘I Am The Enemy’ consists of eleven primary tracks plus a bonus acoustic version of “Read Your Mind” for the Japan release. The track list includes:

  1. Remain Unseen
  2. Medusa
  3. I Am The Enemy
  4. Read Your Mind
  5. Get Out Alive
  6. Effigy
  7. Running Out Of Time
  8. All Alone
  9. Not This Life
  10. The Light
  11. Until I See You Again
  12. Read Your Mind (Acoustic, Bonus Track Japan)

25 Things to Know About Roger Ewing and His Time on ‘Gunsmoke’

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Roger Ewing, best known for playing deputy marshal Thad Greenwood on Gunsmoke, passed away on December 18, 2025, at age 83. His career captured a specific moment in classic television history, and his life followed a creative path both on and off screen.

Here are 25 Things You Need to Know about the legenday actor.

  1. Roger Lawrence Ewing was born on January 12, 1942, in Los Angeles, California.
  2. He stood 6 feet 4 inches tall, giving him a distinctive screen presence.
  3. Ewing grew up watching Gunsmoke as a fan.
  4. In high school, he appeared in a parody of Gunsmoke, playing Chester.
  5. He worked briefly as a lifeguard after attending college.
  6. His first screen appearance came in the 1964 film Ensign Pulver.
  7. That role was uncredited and featured a brief comedic moment.
  8. In February 1965, he appeared on Gunsmoke as a character named Ben Lukens.
  9. Later that year, he returned as Clayton Thaddeus Greenwood, known as Thad.
  10. Thad Greenwood was introduced during season 11 of Gunsmoke.
  11. Thad was written as the son of an Oklahoma sheriff played by Paul Fix.
  12. The character arrived in Dodge City pursuing criminals tied to his father’s death.
  13. Marshal Matt Dillon asked Thad to remain in Dodge as a deputy.
  14. Ewing appeared in about 50 episodes of Gunsmoke as Thad.
  15. His character was positioned as a potential younger replacement for Matt Dillon.
  16. This occurred during a contract dispute between James Arness and CBS.
  17. Once the dispute was resolved, Thad Greenwood was written out of the series.
  18. Ewing left Gunsmoke in 1967.
  19. He appeared on television shows including Bewitched and Rawhide.
  20. He also appeared on The Bing Crosby Show and The Mothers-in-Law.
  21. His film roles included None But the Brave and Smith!.
  22. His final acting role was in the 1972 film Play It as It Lays.
  23. Ewing retired from acting shortly after that film.
  24. He became a professional photographer and traveled internationally.
  25. Roger Ewing died in Morro Bay, California, on December 18, 2025.

25 Things to Know About Thomas Kent Carter and His Lasting Legacy on Screen

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Thomas Kent Carter passed away on January 9, 2026, at age 69. His career spanned more than four decades across film, television, and voice work, leaving behind a body of work that touched comedy, drama, and pop culture history. Here are 25 facts you need to know about the actor that meant so much to viewers.

  1. Thomas Kent Carter was born on December 18, 1956, in New York City.
  2. He grew up in the San Gabriel Valley area of Southern California.
  3. Carter began performing as a standup comedian at a young age.
  4. His onscreen acting debut came in a 1976 episode of Police Woman.
  5. One of his earliest film appearances was in Corvette Summer in 1978.
  6. He appeared on classic TV shows including Good Times and The Jeffersons.
  7. Carter played Chester in the film Seems Like Old Times in 1980.
  8. He portrayed Cribbs, a National Guardsman, in Southern Comfort in 1981.
  9. He played Nauls, the rollerskating chef, in John Carpenter’s The Thing.
  10. Carter starred as Diavolo Washington in Doctor Detroit in 1983.
  11. His first television starring role was as Shabu on Just Our Luck.
  12. He played Mike Fulton, an elementary school teacher, on Punky Brewster.
  13. Carter appeared as Mylo Williams on Good Morning, Miss Bliss.
  14. He voiced Alex in the animated series Turbo Teen.
  15. He provided voice work for Jem and The Transformers.
  16. Carter played Iceman in the comedy Ski Patrol in 1990.
  17. He appeared in Runaway Train alongside a dramatic ensemble cast.
  18. He starred as Clarence Hull on The Sinbad Show.
  19. Carter had recurring roles on series including The Steve Harvey Show and Dave.
  20. He appeared in the film Space Jam as the voice of Monstar Nawt.
  21. He played Gary McCullough in the HBO miniseries The Corner.
  22. His performance in The Corner was praised by The Boston Globe.
  23. Carter continued acting steadily into the 2000s and 2010s.
  24. His later TV appearances included How to Get Away with Murder and Stumptown.
  25. Thomas Kent Carter died at his home in Duarte, California, on January 9, 2026.

Leah Martin-Brown Releases Debut Album ‘Love & Other Crimes’ With New Single “Unscrew You”

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Acclaimed international singer-songwriter Leah Martin-Brown is pleased to announce the release of her debut album ‘Love & Other Crimes’ via Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate, she shares “Unscrew You,” a new track available now alongside a visualizer. On the new single, Martin-Brown comments, “‘Unscrew You’ flips the love song on its head, part playful breakup, part quiet ache for lost time. I spent three years working out every line of the vocal performance until it finally hit the way it was meant to.” A fearless collision of rock grit and pop fervor, ‘Love & Other Crimes’ heralds the arrival of an artist who defies genre with every note. On the new album, Martin-Brown states, “Working on this album has been one of the most intense experiences of my creative career. Being asked to be part of an album with Mutt Lange has been a dream of mine since I first picked up a guitar. It has been almost 5 years of blood, sweat and actual tears to give these songs and stories life.”

Hailing from the vibrant Australian music scene, Martin-Brown began performing live at just 13 and fronted the band Lilly Rouge before taking her talents to the United States with Evol Walks. Her journey has taken her from the rock stages of Los Angeles to Stockholm’s elite songwriting circles. Now signed to Frontiers Music Srl and managed by Jens Lundberg, Martin-Brown has worked alongside legendary producers Robert Mutt Lange, Tony Nilsson, and Tommy Denander to create a debut that’s bold, cinematic, and unrelentingly modern. Her debut single “Boys” made a strong impact upon release in March 2024, followed by the high-energy “Hysterical Love” which generated over 73,000 Spotify streams. With the sultry “Shush,” she embraced darker melodic territory, showing a vocal style that is both powerful and emotionally nuanced. On ‘Love & Other Crimes,’ Martin-Brown blends searing guitars, cinematic programming courtesy of Nilsson, and thunderous production to explore the highs and lows of love and the lengths we’ll go to for it.

KT Tunstall Releases ‘The Stargazer’ EP With Never-Before-Heard Tracks From ‘Eye To The Telescope’ Era

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BRIT Award-winning and Grammy-nominated Scottish artist KT Tunstall returns with ‘The Stargazer’ EP via BMG, a luminous new six-track collection of songs rediscovered from the early writing sessions of her groundbreaking debut ‘Eye To The Telescope’, which went multi-platinum around the world in 2005. The EP shines a light on never-before-heard material written at the same time as the songs that catapulted Tunstall to international stardom two decades ago and recorded earlier this year. Among the six tracks is the long-rumoured title track “Eye To The Telescope,” featuring the acclaimed saxophonist Shabaka who plays flute on the track, finally revealed to the world after twenty years of lying unfinished in the vault. Also included is “Cancerian,” a shimmering zodiac anthem, and “Anything At All,” a quintessential Tunstall cut brimming with strummed guitar, delicate string and piano lines, sparkling melody, and delicate storytelling. The EP also features three intimate Still Versions, stripped-down reimagined versions that highlight Tunstall’s unmistakable voice and emotional clarity.

Speaking on “Eye To The Telescope,” Tunstall shares, “The title for my first album was inspired by the times when my physicist Dad, who had a spare set of keys for the Observatory at St Andrew’s university, would randomly get us up in the middle of the night and bundle us into the car in our pajamas to go and look through the huge telescope to see the night sky. When I decided to call the album ‘Eye to the Telescope’, I thought I’d have a go at writing a title track, but what I began writing was so delicate, and I felt that a title track had to be a banger, so I abandoned it. It’s been such a thrill to complete something over 20 years in the making.” ‘The Stargazer’ EP arrives one week before the 20th Anniversary Reissue of ‘Eye To The Telescope’. Originally released in 2004, and hitting charts worldwide in 2005, ‘Eye To The Telescope’ established Tunstall as one of the most distinctive and dynamic artists of her generation and went on to sell over 5 million copies. With multi-platinum global hits including “Black Horse and the Cherry Tree” and “Suddenly I See,” which featured in its entirety in the opening credits of The Devil Wears Prada movie, the album became a cultural touchstone.

Rock Guitarist Laura Cox Announces May 2026 UK Tour Supporting New Album ‘Trouble Coming’

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Celebrated guitarist and singer-songwriter Laura Cox will embark on her UK tour in May 2026. The six-date UK tour includes Edinburgh’s Voodoo Rooms, Newcastle’s Cluny 2, Bristol’s Louisiana, London’s 100 Club, Manchester’s Gullivers, and Nottingham’s Bodega. The tour news coincides with the release of Laura’s fourth studio album ‘Trouble Coming’ via earMUSIC/VeryRecords. To celebrate album release day, Laura released a new single from the album entitled “The Broken,” with Powerplay Magazine’s Mark Lacey noting the single has a pop/punk vibe which is sure to be a live mainstay. Recorded at ICP Studios in Brussels, the album features 11 tracks, mixed and engineered by Jean-Marc Pelatan at Studio des Muses, and mastered by multi-GRAMMY award-winning Ted Jensen.

In 2008, Laura embarked on her journey as a guitar prodigy on YouTube, where she captivated millions of people with her fiery classic rock covers and blues-infused solos. Her talent and charisma quickly propelled her from viral sensation to a celebrated figure in the rock scene, earning widespread acclaim for her raw, retro-inspired sound. After stepping into the spotlight thanks to her own cover versions of blues and rock classics on YouTube, accumulating 903K subscribers and 105 million views, Laura became the guitarist and singer with the most views in the French rock music scene thanks to her first two albums ‘Hard Blues Shot’ from 2017 and ‘Burning Bright’ from 2019. Her album ‘Head Above Water’ from 2023 received praise for its classic-meets-modern rock fusion, and she’s played prominent stages for rock music in France including Hellfest, Download Festival, and Guitare en Scène. With ‘Trouble Coming’, she reveals a more introspective, soulful side without losing the edge that made her stand out in the first place.

Tour Dates:

May 4 – Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh, UK

May 5 – Cluny 2, Newcastle, UK

May 6 – Louisiana, Bristol, UK

May 8 – 100 Club, London, UK

May 9 – Gullivers, Manchester, UK

May 10 – Bodega, Nottingham, UK

Darkwave Veterans Cold Cave Announce West Coast Tour With Buzz Kull And Rosa Anschütz

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Cold Cave stay in perpetual motion with the announcement of a West Coast tour in February 2026. In tow will be Sydney’s Buzz Kull, who recently signed with Wes Eisold’s Heartworm Press for their next LP. The creative project of Marc Dwyer, Buzz Kull transcends the archetypal boundaries of darkwave, linking pop sensibilities with spectral, foreboding emotional states that go beyond the circumstantial. Also on the tour is Berlin-born artist Rosa Anschütz, who recently released her album ‘Sabbatical’ via Heartworm Press. Swapping pulsing club beats for raw, cinematic intimacy, Anschütz channels the spectral beauty of Moon Pix-era Cat Power, the mystique of Nico, and the experimental clarity of Björk and Dead Can Dance. Anschütz has shared a new music video for ‘Sabbatical’ album single “Plaster Copy.”

Formed in 2007 by Wesley Eisold, Cold Cave jump started and popularized the resurgence in modern synth and darkwave genres after releasing seminal and influential albums, and were subsequently invited to tour with Depeche Mode, Nine Inch Nails, Ministry, The Cult and The Jesus and Mary Chain along with collaborations and performances with legends Genesis P-Orridge and Mark Lanegan. Eisold and his partner Amy Lee’s mix of celebrated poetry and urgent romantic new wave grants Cold Cave a rare 100% DIY approach to all aspects of their universe, producing and releasing their own music, involved directly with their fans and curating by their own rules.

Tour Dates:

February 13 – The Bellwether, Los Angeles, CA

February 14 – The Observatory, Santa Ana, CA

February 15 – The Chapel, San Francisco, CA

February 20 – Music Box, San Diego, CA

February 21 – Fremont Country Club, Las Vegas, NV

February 22 – La Rosa, Tucson, AZ

February 26 – Neptune Theatre, Seattle, WA

February 28 – Roseland Theater, Portland, OR

Hawthorne Heights Announce ‘If Only You Were Lonely’ 20th Anniversary Tour With Letlive. And Creeper

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Headline: Emo/Post-Hardcore Band Hawthorne Heights Announce ‘If Only You Were Lonely’ 20th Anniversary Tour With Letlive. And Creeper

Tags: Hawthorne Heights, JT Woodruff, Mark McMillon, Matt Ridenour, letlive., Creeper, Chiodos, E.N.D. Cruise, Sonic Temple Festival, Slam Dunk Festival, Manchester Music Hall, Castle Theater, First Ave, Summit, The Depot, Treefort Music Hall, Knitting Factory Spokane, El Corazon, Roseland, House of Blues, The Belasco, Marquee, Sunshine Theater, Vibes Event Center, Emo’s, The Hall, Hal and Mal’s, Jack Rabbits, Club LA, The Rex Theater, Wescott Theater, The Blue Note, GLC Live at 20 Monroe, Mercury Ballroom, The Signal, Ozark Music Hall, Minglewood Hall, Mars Music Hall, The Ritz Ybor, Tabernacle, The Dome, Nevermore Hall, Wind Creek Event Center, The Wellmont Theater, Citizens House of Blues, Toyota Oakdale Theater, Empire Live, Electric City, KEMBA Live!, Bogart’s, The Rave, Val Air Ballroom, VooDoo Lounge

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Rock band Hawthorne Heights invites fans to join them in celebrating their acclaimed album ‘If Only You Were Lonely’ in 2026 with a special 20th Anniversary Tour. Featuring special guests letlive. and Creeper, the tour’s first leg kicks off March 5 in Lexington, with stops to follow in Denver, Seattle, Los Angeles, Dallas, Austin, and more. Tickets, including VIP packages, became available October 31 at 10am local time. Frontman JT Woodruff shares, “The best thing about looking back on the last 20 years is that you can do it without the fear of the past, but with the reverence that comes with the time that has actually passed. I feel like all of the noise of that time period was drowned out by the panic and stress that we were living under, when creating If Only You Were Lonely. The pressure of creating a 2nd album was almost too much to enjoy the magic we were creating, or even thinking about it as magic at all.” He continues, “That is how we are approaching the LONELY WORLD TOUR. We will be playing the entire album, with a career spanning setlist, that is a full-on rollercoaster ride designed to make you forget what you are going through alone, while hopping in the car so we can all go through it TOGETHER.”

Formed in Dayton, Ohio in 2001, Hawthorne Heights built their reputation on emotionally raw songwriting, blending the urgency of post-hardcore with the melodic sensibilities of early 2000s emo and punk. Throughout their career, the band has overcome obstacles from unscrupulous record labels and shifting musical trends to unimaginable personal tragedy, yet they’ve persevered. The quartet of JT Woodruff, Mark McMillon, and Matt Ridenour has earned two Gold albums with ‘The Silence in Black and White’ from 2004 and ‘If Only You Were Lonely’ from 2006, written genre-defining anthems like “Ohio Is for Lovers” and “Saying Sorry,” and remained a relentless touring force. Ahead of the anniversary tour, Hawthorne Heights will be on the road this fall for headline dates in addition to supporting Chiodos, with appearances on the E.N.D. Cruise in January and at Sonic Temple Festival and UK’s Slam Dunk Festival in May.

If Only You Were Lonely Tour Dates:

January 22-26 – E.N.D. Cruise, Miami, FL **

March 5 – Manchester Music Hall, Lexington, KY

March 6 – Castle Theater, Bloomington, IL

March 9 – First Ave, Minneapolis, MN

March 12 – Summit, Denver, CO

March 13 – The Depot, Salt Lake City, UT

March 14 – Treefort Music Hall, Boise, ID

March 15 – Knitting Factory Spokane, Spokane, WA

March 17 – El Corazon, Seattle, WA

March 18 – Roseland, Portland, OR

March 21 – House of Blues, Anaheim, CA

March 22 – The Belasco, Los Angeles, CA

March 23 – House of Blues, San Diego, CA

March 24 – Marquee (Half House), Tempe, AZ

March 25 – Sunshine Theater, Albuquerque, NM

March 27 – House of Blues, Dallas, TX

March 28 – Vibes Event Center, San Antonio, TX

March 29 – Emo’s, Austin, TX

March 31 – House of Blues, Houston, TX

April 1 – The Hall, Little Rock, AR

May 14-17 – Sonic Temple Festival **

May 23 – Slam Dunk Festival, Hatfield, UK **

May 24 – Slam Dunk Festival, Leeds, UK **

** – Indicates Festival Date