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Paul McCartney Documentary ‘Man on the Run’ Premieres Globally February 27 on Prime Video

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Paul McCartney Documentary ‘Man on the Run’ Premieres Globally February 27 on Prime Video

Directed by Academy Award winner Morgan Neville, the intimate feature documentary ‘Man on the Run’ explores Paul McCartney’s creative rebirth and high-stakes reinvention following the dissolution of The Beatles. Set to premiere globally on Prime Video on February 27, 2026, the film chronicles McCartney’s journey through the 1970s, from his initial depression and legal dramas after the breakup to the formation of the legendary band Wings with his wife, Linda McCartney. Rather than a standard nostalgia package, the documentary offers a vulnerable portrait of an artist fighting to define a new decade on his own terms while balancing family life and global celebrity.

The film draws on unprecedented access to a never-before-seen archive of Paul and Linda’s home videos, photos, and rare archival materials provided through the musician’s direct involvement in the project. Interwoven with these historical documents are deeply personal new interviews with McCartney himself, along with contemporaries such as Denny Laine, Chrissie Hynde, and Sean Lennon. With a running time of 115 minutes and an R rating, the documentary captures a transformative era marked by family unity, artistic risk-taking, and the rise of one of the decade’s most successful touring acts.

‘Man on the Run’ serves as a centerpiece of a comprehensive new partnership among McCartney, Universal Music Group, and Amazon that includes exclusive merchandise and music releases. The film’s debut follows the release of McCartney’s book, ‘Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run’, and a comprehensive Wings anthology launched in late 2025. This definitive account of McCartney’s post-Beatles milestones brings to life the creative grind behind iconic hits like “Maybe I’m Amazed,” “Band on the Run,” and “Live and Let Die”.

Kelly Clarkson Performs “What It Sounds Like” From ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ During Kellyoke

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Kelly Clarkson Performs “What It Sounds Like” From ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ During Kellyoke

Kelly Clarkson kicked off her latest episode with a high-energy Kellyoke cover of “What It Sounds Like”. Joined by her longtime house band, My Band Y’all, the performance serves as a powerful tribute to the soundtrack of the hit Netflix film ‘KPop Demon Hunters’. Clarkson continues to prove why she remains in the driver’s seat of daytime television, delivering a vocal performance that captures the cinematic urgency of the original track. The segment, which aired on January 13, 2026, has quickly gained momentum online, confirming her status as one of the most versatile vocalists in the industry today.

The Black Dahlia Murder Announces “Spring Fling 2026” Headlining Tour With The Acacia Strain

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The Black Dahlia Murder Announces “Spring Fling 2026” Headlining Tour With The Acacia Strain

The Black Dahlia Murder is back to reclaim their throne on the metal circuit with the announcement of their “Spring Fling 2026” U.S. headlining tour. The trek launches April 2, 2026, in Indianapolis and tears through the states before wrapping May 2, 2026, in Milwaukee. Joining the carnage are heavy hitters The Acacia Strain, Disembodied Tyrant, and Corpse Pile. This run supports their massive tenth studio album, ‘Servitude’, a record that proved these melodic death metal titans are still very much in the driver’s seat of the genre. Vocalist Brian Eschbach promises a “massively heavy trek” that will go down in history, and given the lineup, this tour is a high-octane collision of pure aggression and technical precision.

The “Blastfiend” artist presale kicks off today, Wednesday, January 14, at 10 am EST, featuring exclusive merchandise bundles, with the general on-sale following this Friday, January 16. From the Starland Ballroom to the House of Blues, the band is hitting iconic rooms across North America to deliver a visceral live experience. This tour confirms their status as a dominant touring entity, bringing the raw energy of ‘Servitude’ to life with a precision choreography of chaos. Fans of the genre understand that a Black Dahlia Murder headline run is a mandatory event, and this specific spring lineup is an absolute pressure cooker of a bill.

“Spring Fling 2026” Tour Dates:

  • April 2 – Vogue – Indianapolis, IN
  • April 3 – The Intersection – Grand Rapids, MI
  • April 4 – Bogart’s – Cincinnati, OH
  • April 5 – Roxian Theatre – McKee Rocks, PA
  • April 7 – Town Ballroom – Buffalo, NY
  • April 8 – Archer – Allentown, PA
  • April 10 – The Webster – Hartford, CT
  • April 11 – The Strand – Providence, RI
  • April 12 – Starland Ballroom – Sayreville, NJ
  • April 14 – The Queen – Wilmington, DE
  • April 15 – The NorVa – Norfolk, VA
  • April 17 – Mercury Ballroom – Louisville, KY
  • April 18 – Pop’s – Sauget, IL
  • April 19 – Brooklyn Bowl – Nashville, TN
  • April 21 – Tower Theatre – Oklahoma City, OK
  • April 23 – Rialto Theatre – Tucson, AZ
  • April 24 – House Of Blues – Anaheim, CA
  • April 25 – House Of Blues – San Diego, CA
  • April 26 – UC Theater – Berkeley, CA
  • April 28 – Sunshine Theater – Albuquerque, NM
  • April 29 – Black Sheep – Colorado Springs, CO
  • May 1 – Capitol Theatre – Davenport, IA
  • May 2 – The Rave – Milwaukee, WI

Bill Frisell To Release New Blue Note Album ‘In My Dreams’ On February 27

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Bill Frisell To Release New Blue Note Album ‘In My Dreams’ On February 27

Bill Frisell To Release New Blue Note Album ‘In My Dreams’ On February 27

Bill Frisell, Blue Note Records, In My Dreams, Jenny Scheinman, Eyvind Kang, Hank Roberts, Thomas Morgan, Rudy Royston, Lee Townsend, Adam Muñoz, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland, Seattle, Denver, Kansas City, Tulsa, New York, Sellersville

Guitar visionary Bill Frisell has announced the February 27, 2026, release of his fifth Blue Note album, ‘In My Dreams’, a landmark project that reunites some of his closest musical confidants into a first-of-its-kind sextet. The ensemble features Jenny Scheinman on violin, Eyvind Kang on viola, Hank Roberts on cello, Thomas Morgan on bass, and Rudy Royston on drums. This unique configuration merges Frisell’s longtime trio with his established string section, creating an “elastic” sonic landscape that spans Jazz, Americana, and original compositions. Today marks the debut of the title track, “In My Dreams,” which serves as the first transmission from a record Frisell describes as approaching a lifelong ideal of musical purity and vibrant clarity.

The album’s production, helmed by Lee Townsend and engineer Adam Muñoz, utilized an ingenious hybrid approach, capturing core performances live during 2025 concerts in Brooklyn, Denver, and New Haven before layering elaborate soundscapes at Opus Studios in Berkeley. This release perfectly aligns with Frisell’s milestone 75th birthday on March 18, 2026, which he will celebrate with a high-profile series of special concerts across the United States. From the Blue Note Jazz Club in Los Angeles to Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York, these performances are a visceral reminder of why this “mild-mannered maverick” remains in the driver’s seat of modern American music.

https://open.spotify.com/album/0LAMcla6Y7Ub1epWhLkoT2?si=jg5sNb22TNWFF8mI0W2NzA

Bill Frisell 75th Birthday Concerts:

  • March 4-5 – Blue Note Jazz Club – Los Angeles, CA
  • March 7 – SFJAZZ @ Herbst Theatre – San Francisco, CA
  • March 12 – PDX Jazz @ Aladdin Theater – Portland, OR
  • March 13 – Moore Theatre – Seattle, WA
  • March 19 – Federal Theatre – Denver, CO
  • March 21 – Nelson Atkins Theatre – Kansas City, MO
  • March 22 – Philbrook Museum – Tulsa, OK
  • March 27-28 – Appel Room @ Jazz at Lincoln Center – New York, NY
  • March 29 – Sellersville Theatre – Sellersville, PA

Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra Return With Jazz Sequel ‘Night Blooms’

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Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra Return With Jazz Sequel ‘Night Blooms’

Jeff Goldblum and his long-running Mildred Snitzer Orchestra have officially announced their latest project, ‘Night Blooms’, a rich expansion of last year’s ‘Still Blooming’ sessions. Functioning as a companion piece to its predecessor, the new record features a high-speed collision of talent with guest appearances from Charlie Puth, dodie, Cynthia Erivo, and Hayley Reinhart. Fans of Goldblum’s eccentric, world-class piano work can expect brand-new material alongside “Late Night” alternate versions of standout tracks that deepen the original album’s sonic footprint. Pre-orders are live now for various signed physical editions, including Blu-ray, CD, and a striking exclusive alt-cover color vinyl. This latest transmission is a glorious anthem for jazz aficionados, proving that the spirit of the lounge is very much in the driver’s seat for 2026.

Indie Legends Pavement Return For Select Summer 2026 Tour Dates

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Indie Legends Pavement Return For Select Summer 2026 Tour Dates

Indie-rock royalty Pavement has officially confirmed a select run of summer 2026 live dates, marking their first concentrated tour since the conclusion of their massive 2022 reunion trek. The tour launches July 17 in Oakland at the Mosswood Meltdown and snakes through key stops in Portland, Minneapolis, and Chicago before a finale at Nashville’s hallowed Ryman Auditorium. Following a busy 2025 defined by a new best-of compilation and Alex Ross Perry’s unconventional Pavements biopic, this seven-city stretch proves the icons of lo-fi are far from finished. Tickets for the tour hit the market this Friday, January 16, and given the band’s enduring status as the definitive sound of 90s underground, expect them to vanish instantly. This run of shows is a high-octane reminder of why their jagged melodies and deadpan cool remain a fundamental blueprint for the alternative landscape.

Pavement Summer 2026 Tour Dates:

07-17 Oakland, CA – Mosswood Meltdown

07-18 Portland, OR – Revolution Hall

07-21 Minneapolis, MN – Palace Theatre

07-22 Chicago, IL – Salt Shed

07-23 Cleveland, OH – Agora

07-25 Richmond, VA – The National

07-27 Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium

National Music Centre Honors Black Brilliance With 30th Anniversary Celebration Of Black History Month

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National Music Centre Honors Black Brilliance With 30th Anniversary Celebration Of Black History Month

The National Music Centre marks a massive milestone as it hosts a full-day celebration for the 30th anniversary of Black History Month on February 7, 2026. Curated by the legendary Master T and held at Studio Bell, this free event spotlights the creativity and legacy of Calgary’s Black community through the theme of honoring brilliance across generations. Attendees will experience high-energy performances from the neo-soul collective (un)decided and Peace Etaje, alongside a tribute to the Honourable Jean Augustine. A fashion show curated by Jimmy Boi will feature designs from Azach and Artillhomme, while the main floor transforms into a bustling market with 20 Black-owned vendors.

The program extends into vital community conversations featuring leaders like Allison McDonald of Black and Vin and Xavier Morain of the Calgary Caribbean Youth Summit. Master T, a trailblazer who fueled urban music in Canada for decades, returns to lead this reflection of excellence and future vision. This celebration provides a visceral look at the builders and visionaries who continue to move the community forward. Admission is open to everyone for this immersive experience of music, fashion, and cultural goods. It is a powerful occasion to feel the strength of the community while honoring three decades of official recognition in Canada.

Red Hot Chili Peppers Bassist Flea Returns To Jazz Roots With Solo Debut Album ‘Honora’ And New Single “Traffic Lights”

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Red Hot Chili Peppers Bassist Flea Returns To Jazz Roots With Solo Debut Album ‘Honora’ And New Single “Traffic Lights”

Rock icon Flea marks a massive career pivot with the announcement of his first full-length solo album, ‘Honora’, arriving March 27, 2026, on Nonesuch Records. This project sees the legendary bassist returning to the trumpet, his first musical passion, while leading an elite ensemble of modern jazz visionaries including guitarist Jeff Parker and saxophonist Josh Johnson. Today, he unleashes the lead single “Traffic Lights,” a collaborative effort featuring the unmistakable piano, synth, and vocal work of Thom Yorke. The album balances original compositions with daring interpretations of classics by George Clinton, Jimmy Webb, and Frank Ocean. Flea captures a sense of sonic wildness on this record that moves far beyond the rock landscapes he defined for nearly five decades.

The genesis of this record dates back to a late-night conversation in 1991 during the filming of ‘My Own Private Idaho’, yet it took a dedicated two-year daily practice regimen for Flea to finally bring his trumpet skills to the professional level. He faced genuine trepidation entering the jazz world, but the support of high-caliber guests like Nick Cave and Mauro Refosco helped create a studio environment that felt absolutely transcendent. The band hits the road this May for the “Honora Tour”, which focuses on intimate venues to highlight the nuanced textures and hypnotic grooves of the new material. This record sounds like a man finding a higher gear of creativity. Presales for the international dates begin January 20, providing fans a rare opportunity to witness this holy trifecta of jazz, soul, and atmospheric experimentation in person.

‘Honora’ Track Listing:

Golden Wingship

A Plea

Traffic Lights

Frailed

Morning Cry

Maggot Brain

Wichita Lineman

Thinkin Bout You

Willow Weep for Me

Free As I Want to Be

The “Honora Tour” Dates:

May 7 – Chicago, IL – Thalia Hall

May 9 – Toronto, ON – The Opera House

May 10 – Montreal, QC – Théâtre Beanfield

May 12 – New York, NY – Webster Hall

May 13 – Washington, DC – Black Cat

May 16 – Los Angeles, CA – The Fonda Theatre

May 21 – Berlin, DE – Heimathafen

May 22 – Amsterdam, NL – Paradiso

May 26 – London, UK – Koko

May 28 – Paris, FR – Alhambra

New York Lyricist Errol Eats Everything Joins Forces With Rome Streetz For Gritty “Round N Round” Remix Produced By Statik Selektah

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New York Lyricist Errol Eats Everything Joins Forces With Rome Streetz For Gritty “Round N Round” Remix Produced By Statik Selektah

New York City lyricist Errol Eats Everything delivers a heavy dose of cinematic storytelling with the release of the “Round N Round” remix featuring Rome Streetz and production by the legendary Statik Selektah. This gritty anthem, out now on all major platforms, serves as a visceral preview of Errol’s upcoming ‘Remix EP’, which will also showcase collaborations with independent hip-hop titans including Che Noir, Brother Ali, Blu, Planet Asia, and Raz Fresco. Known for his sharp social commentary and conscious boom-bap roots, Errol continues to expand his creative footprint following the success of his 17-track self-titled debut album in 2025. This new track blends vivid street narratives with a dusty, action-packed instrumental that highlights the undeniable chemistry between Errol’s unflinching calm and Rome Streetz’s raw grit. This release marks a significant step toward his next full-length body of work slated for 2026, solidifying his role as a powerhouse voice in the independent landscape.

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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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