Panda Bear beams as his layered soundscapes finally get the live treatment. “Ferry Lady” glitters with wistful energy, while “Defense” swells with harmony. By the closing “Song for Ariel,” the set feels rare and radiant.
Jake Worthington Delivers Pure Honky-Tonk Gold on New Country Album ‘When I Write The Song’
Today Big Loud Texas country traditionalist Jake Worthington releases his sophomore album When I Write The Song, a 14-song jaunt made for barrooms and honky tonks. A follow up to his critically acclaimed debut album, the new record features all-star collaborations with Miranda Lambert, Marty Stuart and Mae Estes.
“When I Write The Song is just a testament to myself and for the better or worse it’s who I am and what I do and it’s what I love,” Worthington shares. “When I get behind the old pen and paper, it’s not always the good things that come to mind that I find the easiest to say. I revere the songwriter more than I revere anybody else in the music industry and I’m proud to have had a hand at writing these songs on this record.”
Worthington’s new album doubles down on the authentic country sound he is known for that Texas Monthly defines as “gorgeous beer-joint purism.” When I Write The Song was produced by esteemed hitmakers Joey Moi, Jon Randall and Chuck Ainlay – the forces behind some of country music’s most beloved records. The ethos of the album, sonically reminiscent of greats like Jones, Jennings and Strait, can be summed up as, “music undaunted by time” (The Tennesseean).
Unforgettable songs on the album have begun to carve out a space in the cultural ecosystem from viral “It Ain’t The Whiskey” that has racked up over 40 million listens and is nominated for Texas Country Music Association’s Country Single of the Year toditty “My Home’s In Oklahoma” that led Saving Country Music to claim, the “singles have been lights out.” Home to defining songs like Lambert collab “Hello Shitty Day,” “I’m The One (feat. Marty Stuart)” and the immensely witty “Two First Names,” the title track shines as the product of a solo write by Worthington that MusicRow describes as “a honky-tonk ballad that he invests with heart and a beautifully phrased, bent-note vocal.”
Displaying his honky-tonk stylings on stage, Billboard declared that a recent live set of Worthington’s, “conjured up the ghosts of country legends like George Jones and Waylon Jennings with his twangy, authentic traditionalism and big voice.” He will continue to bring pure country anthems to venues across North America, joining Zach Top as direct support on all dates of the Cold Beer & Country Music Tour, followed by supporting slots on Jon Pardi‘s Honkytonk Hollywood Tour. For tour dates, visit jakeworthington.com.
When I Write The Song Tracklist
- It Ain’t The Whiskey (Jake Worthington, Will Banister, Jeff Hyde, Roger Springer)
- Hello Shitty Day (feat. Miranda Lambert) (Dean Dillon, Jessie Jo Dillon, Jesse Frasure, Miranda Lambert)
- Too Much To Think (Jake Worthington, Monty Holmes, Roger Springer)
- King Of The World (Jake Worthington, Roger Springer, Jacob Boyd Weinschenk)
- I’m The One (feat. Marty Stuart) (Jake Worthington, Jenna LaMaster, Marty Stuart)
- Drownin’ In Whiskey (Jake Worthington, Clint Daniels, Jeff Hyde, Roger Springer)
- Not Like I Used To (Jake Worthington, Monty Criswell, Derek George)
- When I Write The Song (Jake Worthington)*
- Two First Names (Jake Worthington, Wyatt McCubbin, Brett Tyler)
- I Only Drink When It Rains (Jake Worthington, Roger Springer, Jacob Boyd Weinschenk)
- I Still Believe In Miracles (Jake Worthington, Robert Arthur, Roger Springer)*
- I Feel You (feat. Mae Estes) (Jake Worthington, Roger Springer, Jacob Boyd Weinschenk)*
- My Home’s In Oklahoma (Jake Worthington, Will Banister, Roger Springer)*
- Get Gone Too (Jake Worthington, Clint Daniels, Jeff Hyde, Roger Springer)
Produced by Joey Moi and Chuck Ainlay
*Produced by Jon Randall and Chuck Ainlay
Madison McFerrin Performs at NPR’s Tiny Desk with Loop-Driven Soul and Family in Harmony
Madison McFerrin stacks harmonies live, building worlds out of her voice and pure feeling. “I Don’t” lands with humor and heart as she dishes McFerrin family tea between songs. Every moment is precise, playful, and entirely her own.
20 Amazing Facts About Hermeto Pascoal, the Sorcerer of Sound
Brazilian musical visionary Hermeto Pascoal has died at the age of 89, surrounded by family and fellow musicians. A once-in-a-century talent, he rose from rural poverty in Alagoas to international acclaim, dazzling audiences with his boundless creativity and deep connection to sound in all its forms. Miles Davis once called him “the most impressive musician in the world” — and anyone who’s ever heard Hermeto solo on a teapot knows exactly why. To celebrate his legacy, here are 20 amazing, true facts about the life and music of “o Bruxo” — the Sorcerer.
- Hermeto Pascoal was born in Lagoa da Canoa, Alagoas, in northeastern Brazil — in a region without electricity at the time.
- He was born with albinism and couldn’t work in the fields, so he stayed indoors and taught himself music.
- His first instrument was the button accordion, taught by his father, Pascoal José da Costa.
- By the age of 8, he was already playing flute, and by 11 he was performing live with his brother and father.
- In 1960, he picked up the saxophone and later formed the group Som Quatro.
- His early recordings in the 1960s featured Brazilian legends like Edu Lobo, Elis Regina, and Cesar Camargo Mariano.
- In 1966, he joined Sambrasa Trio with Airto Moreira and Humberto Clayber, releasing one influential album.
- He later joined Quarteto Novo, whose 1967 album launched the careers of both Pascoal and Moreira.
- In 1971, he appeared on Miles Davis’s Live-Evil album, performing and composing three tracks.
- Miles Davis allegedly called Hermeto “the most impressive musician in the world.”
- He played at the Montreux Jazz Festival in 1979 and led his own ensembles for decades afterward.
- His performances used everything from melodicas and saxophones to teapots, toys, and live animals.
- He famously created Música da Lagoa, a composition played partly underwater in a lagoon.
- Nature and rural Brazilian folk music were constant inspirations in his music.
- Between 1996 and 1997, he wrote Calendário do Som — a book of 366 songs, one for each day of the year.
- He lived in Jabour, a neighborhood in Rio, where he hosted musicians from around the world.
- In 2019, he won a Latin Grammy for Hermeto Pascoal e Sua Visão Original do Forró.
- He was married to Ilza da Silva from 1954 until her passing in 2000; they had six children together.
- From 2003 to 2016, he was married to singer Aline Morena while living in Curitiba.
- Hermeto Pascoal passed away on September 13, 2025, from multiple organ failure — but his music will play forever.
MrBeast’s ‘7 Days Stranded at Sea’ Just Broke a YouTube Record and We’re All Just Living in His Algorithm
It’s official: MrBeast has broken the record for most views in 24 hours on a non-music video. The YouTube king — whose channel now towers past 174 million subscribers — dropped a video called 7 Days Stranded at Sea and watched the views roll in like waves. After just one day? 46 million views. To put that in perspective, that’s almost half the audience of the Super Bowl. For a guy drinking seawater on a raft.
Jimmy Donaldson (aka MrBeast) called it a dream come true. “I’m living the life I would dream of every night when I was 13,” he posted on X. It’s a classic MrBeast formula: take an absurd challenge, drop a jaw-dropping title, and deliver spectacle with heart. His last few videos have all passed 100 million views, and his Squid Game recreation sits at around 475 million. At this point, he’s not just a creator — he’s a global media empire in a T-shirt.
And sure, it’s not technically “music,” but MrBeast’s view count is proof that spectacle is the new pop. A floating survival story with a billion-dollar attention span. A thumbnail that fuels group chats. A challenge that turns into a milestone. The most-viewed YouTuber just added another trophy to the shelf — and he’s not even dry yet.
What Is “67”? The Internet’s Favorite Number Has No Meaning — and That’s the Point
TikTok has a new obsession. It’s not a dance. It’s not a skincare routine. It’s not even a conspiracy theory. It’s a number. Just two digits: 67. That’s it. That’s the trend.
So… What Does “67” Mean?
Nothing.
Or everything.
Or maybe something in between.
It started with a track called Doot Doot by rapper Skrilla, where the phrase “six-seven” gets repeated like a secret code. That sound took off in late 2024 on TikTok — and suddenly, “67” was everywhere.
By February 2025, the song dropped officially. But the slang outlived the single. Now, “67” is said, whispered, chanted, joked about, and added to captions like it holds the meaning of life. Spoiler: it doesn’t.
Okay, But What Is It?
Some say “67” means so-so — especially when paired with the double-hand balancing motion. Think of it like shrugging, but cooler.
Others — including creator Philip Lindsay — say the whole point is that there is no point. It’s just a number. Fun to say. Catchy to repeat. Meme-worthy in its confusion.
And maybe that’s the magic. “67” is the inside joke that nobody understands — and that’s why everyone wants in on it.
Why LaMelo Ball Keeps Getting Dragged Into This
Things really took off when fans edited “six-seven” onto a clip of Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball, who, yes, stands 6 feet 7 inches tall.
One clip in particular hit meme status: “I’m just realizing now that LaMelo literally moves like somebody that’s 6’1″, 6’2″, except he’s 6’7″.” Boom — the number had a face.
From there, the internet did what it does best: make it weird, wild, and wonderful.
Where You’ve Heard It
In press conferences (Paige Bueckers cracked up during hers saying “It’s felt more like 6-7”).
In jokes about test scores (“I got 67 out of 100 what abt you”).
In totally unrelated conversations that suddenly end with “67” and that one hand motion.
In your group chat — probably soon.
67 Is the New “Fetch”
Nobody knows why it works. It just does.
It’s a vibe. A filler. A non sequitur that became the main event.
It means exactly what you want it to mean — and if you ask what it means, you’ve already lost.
TL;DR
“67” is TikTok’s favorite number.
It started in a viral song.
It doesn’t mean anything.
It might mean everything.
Use it wisely. Or don’t.
67.
How Baseball’s Magic Number Works
Every September, baseball fans start saying two words like it’s a chant, a countdown, or a prophecy: magic number. But what is it? Who decided it was magic? And how do teams know when to pop the champagne? Here’s how it works — no calculator required.
The Short Answer
The magic number is the combination of wins by your team and losses by the second-place team needed to clinch a playoff spot or division title.
That’s it. It’s the finish line math that says, “If we win X more games or they lose Y more, it’s over.”
The Actual Formula
Here’s the basic version:
Magic Number = 163 – (your team’s wins + second-place team’s losses)
Why 163? Because that’s one more than the number of games in a season (162), to guarantee you finish ahead.
For example, if your team has 90 wins and the second-place team has 65 losses:
Magic Number = 163 – (90 + 65) = 8
Any combo of your wins and their losses that adds up to 8 will clinch it.
The Vibe
It’s like playing poker with the standings.
Your team wins — it drops.
Their team loses — it drops.
The moment it hits zero? You’re in. You pop bottles. You start debating playoff rotations. And somewhere, a player dumps Gatorade on a coach wearing expensive shoes.
The Tiebreaker Era Is Over
This used to get messy. In past seasons, a tie in the standings meant a Game 163 — a one-game showdown to settle it. But MLB ended that in 2022. Now tiebreakers are head-to-head records, so the math is a little cleaner — and the magic number means a little more.
Why We Love It
Because baseball’s long. It’s a 6-month saga. And the magic number turns the stretch run into a race against the clock. It gives fans permission to hope, scoreboard-watch, and overanalyze every half-game shift like it’s life or death.
And when it gets to one — just one — it’s not magic. It’s momentum.
TL;DR For Your Group Chat
The magic number = the mix of wins and rival losses needed to clinch.
When it hits zero, your team is in the playoffs.
Baseball math never felt so electric.
Everything You Need To Know About The 2025 Emmys (Without Googling It)
(Without Googling It)
TV’s biggest night is almost here, and you don’t even need a red carpet to get involved. Whether you’re tuning in for the speeches, the memes, or to yell at your screen when your favourite loses, here’s your guide to the 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards.
1. When Is It?
Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025.
Set your alarms, cancel your plans, microwave your popcorn.
Starts at 8:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. PT
Watch it in Canada on CTV
Stream it on CTV.ca or the CTV app
U.S. viewers can watch on CBS or stream via Paramount+
2. Who’s Hosting?
Nate Bargatze — the stand-up king of clean comedy and deadpan delivery — is your host for the night. He’s up for two awards himself. That’s right, he’s funny and nominated. No pressure.
3. Who’s Leading the Pack?
With 27 nominations, Severance is walking in with the most heat.
The Penguin (24 nods) and Seth Rogen’s The Studio (23) aren’t far behind.
The White Lotus is still thriving like your rich friend’s vacation budget.
4. Shows You’ll Pretend You’ve Watched
Best Drama Series includes:
Andor, The Diplomat, The Last of Us, Severance, The Pitt, Paradise, Slow Horses, The White Lotus
Best Comedy Series contenders:
Abbott Elementary, The Bear, Hacks, Shrinking, What We Do in the Shadows, Only Murders in the Building, The Studio, Nobody Wants This (but apparently, the Emmys do)
5. Red Carpet? Oh, You Fancy
Here’s where to get your fashion fix:
E! starts at 5:00 p.m. ET — think glam, sequins, and celebrity small talk
People Magazine’s livestream begins at 6:00 p.m. ET — available on social platforms and YouTube
Entertainment Tonight rolls in at 7:00 p.m. ET for that final sparkle shot before showtime
6. Stars on Stage, Not Just On Screen
This year’s presenters list is stacked like a Hollywood block party.
Here’s a taste: Tina Fey, Pedro Pascal, Sofia Vergara, Jenna Ortega, Adam Scott, Sydney Sweeney, Jeff Probst, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Martin Scorsese.
7. Special Tributes: Cue the Nostalgia
25 years of Gilmore Girls
40 years of Golden Girls
50 seasons of Survivor
All getting a moment in the spotlight — including appearances from Alexis Bledel, Lauren Graham, and Reba McEntire. It’s okay if you tear up a little.
8. Canada Watch Party Checklist
CTV on your cable box
CTV.ca on your laptop
CTV app on your phone
Paramount+ is not available in Canada for this broadcast
Twitter/X for instant hot takes
Your group chat to scream about the snubs
9. A Quick Shoutout To Some Nominees
Drama Kings & Queens
Sterling K. Brown, Bella Ramsey, Pedro Pascal, Adam Scott, Kathy Bates, Britt Lower
Comedy Royalty
Quinta Brunson, Ayo Edebiri, Jason Segel, Jeremy Allen White, Seth Rogen, Jean Smart
Limited Series MVPs
Cate Blanchett, Michelle Williams, Jake Gyllenhaal, Colin Farrell, Stephen Graham, Cristin Milioti
Scene Stealers
Catherine O’Hara, Bryan Cranston, Olivia Colman, Harrison Ford, Parker Posey, Bowen Yang
10. So Who’s Going to Win?
That’s the fun part. We don’t know.
But we do know this: The Studio could sweep the comedy categories, The Bear might keep roaring, and Severance is the one to beat in drama.
Final Word
The Emmys are a celebration of the shows we binge, the stories we obsess over, and the stars we pretend are our best friends. Whether you’re tuning in for awards, outfits, or chaos — it’s going to be a night to remember.
Follow along.
Watch live.
Yell about snubs.
And don’t forget to thank your group chat in your acceptance speech.
Dirty Honey Cover “Rock Steady” for Star-Studded Bad Company Tribute Album
Dirty Honey has released their rendition of the Bad Company classic, “Rock Steady” (written by Paul Rodgers) from the forthcoming tribute album, Can’t Get Enough: A Tribute to Bad Company, to be released October 24, 2025 on Primary Wave Music.
“Bad Company are plain and simply one of the cornerstones of rock and roll,” says Marc LaBelle, lead vocalist of Dirty Honey. “Their music has been part of the soundtrack of my life for as long as I can remember. Paul Rodgers voice is timeless, classic, and like a fine wine only got better with age.”
Dirty Honey kick off their 2nd leg of their Mayhem & Revelry tour with The Struts in Las Vegas, NV September 13th. The Struts also appear on Can’t Get Enough with their own rendition of “Rock n’ Roll Fantasy.”
Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke will join host Steve Harkins on TalkShopLive’s Rock & Roll channel on Thursday, October 9th at 7pm (est) to talk about their 50thanniversary and upcoming Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame induction as well as the exciting new tribute album.
CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY features legendary and contemporary artists from Rock, Country, and Americana – genres deeply influenced by Bad Company – including HARDY, The Pretty Reckless, Joe Elliott and Phil Collen from Def Leppard, Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators, Charley Crockett, Halestorm and more, offering fresh takes on the band’s iconic songs. Bad Company was founded by Mick Ralphs and Paul Rodgers in 1973.
Lorna Shore Unleash Emotional Extreme Metal with “Glenwood” and New Album Out Now
Lorna Shore’s first new album in three years, I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me, is out today via Century Media Records, alongside a highly emotional new music video for “Glenwood” directed by Dylan Hryciuk. It visually captures the song’s overarching narrative: Vocalist/lyricist Will Ramos’ personal journey to reconnect with his estranged father.
Ramos says of the new track, “This song has been a very long-time coming for me. In my teens, my father and I never had a great relationship. We’ve had countless fallouts and it got to the point where we hadn’t spoken to each other in many, many years. I’d written songs in my teens and early 20s about him and my frustration but nothing really helped fill the hole I felt inside. There were just too many mixed emotions. As time went on, I came to realize that, despite my anger, all I ever really wanted was to go back to the home I grew up in. For that reason, I decided to knock on his door and try one more time to get in touch with him.”
He adds, “‘Glenwood Ave’ was the name of the street I grew up on. I remember my father always telling me, ‘I’m the tree, you’re the branch.’ The day I saw my father (for the first time in who knows how long), I quickly realized something. He wasn’t the same person I remembered. He’d aged, had wrinkles, and a full-head of white hair. The tree that I remembered growing up next to was gone. The house inside was the same as I remembered but… older… dustier; and it felt… strange. As time seems to fly by for me, it also does for my father. And in all my parting, I never stopped to think about how much time actually went by. I spent my youth being so prideful and stubborn. I never even considered that as I was aging, so was he. I’ve had countless chances to fix things but wasn’t brave enough to actually do it. And now, I will never be able to get that time back. I wanted to capture that feeling when I wrote this song. My only hope is that when people hear ‘Glenwood,’ they can think about their own lives and the people they’ve pushed away and ask themselves: ‘Is it really worth being upset for this long?’ I believe all we really want is to go back to that special place – a place where nostalgia triumphs over trauma; a place that we can call home.”
“Glenwood” follows the release of “Oblivion,” “Unbreakable” and “Prison Of Flesh” from I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me. As Lorna Shore’s fifth album and the first in three years since 2022’s explosive Pain Remains, it continues the band’s reputation as one of the most impressive extreme metal acts to emerge in recent memory.
The quintet, also including lead guitarist Adam De Micco, drummer Austin Archey, rhythm guitarist Andrew O’Connor and bassist Michael Yager, have hit the viral Spotify charts, racked up hundreds of millions of streams, embarked on highly successful tours and in the process, galvanized a significant fanbase that hangs onto the band’s quest for stylistic inversion. But by virtue of physical onslaught and wanting to divine truth from their music, Lorna Shore have kept themselves fired up by torching the metal rulebook at every turn, practically demanding that other genres step up their game.