Rising jazz-pop artist Elysia Biro announces her debut EP ‘Running From Nothing,’ arriving April 24, alongside the release of her new single “Gentleman Blue.” Written over several years across Vancouver Island, England, and Los Angeles, the EP captures a period of growth, movement, and artistic definition.
“In the writing of this music, I have drawn deeply from my roots – building each song around the core of a jazz trio or solo piano,” Biro says. “Each song is an epiphany – small truths revealing themselves.” Together, the EP unfolds as a series of reflections shaped by time, place, and lived experience.
Released today, “Gentleman Blue” brings a freeing, danceable groove inspired by a moment of unexpected clarity. “I saw this beautiful older woman dancing like she didn’t have a care in the world,” Biro shares. “I wrote about the realization that we are all growing, and embracing the privilege it is to grow.” The song carries warmth, movement, and emotional ease.
Written on bass rather than piano, “Gentleman Blue” features electric and upright bass, drums, organ, upright piano, alto sax, synthesizer, acoustic guitar, and Wurlitzer electric piano. Recorded at Westlake Recording Studios, the track earns an enthusiastic response for its layered arrangement and relaxed sense of timing.
Since releasing her debut single “Just Wait A Minute,” Biro has surpassed 3.5 million streams and delivered standout performances at Cadogan Hall and the London Jazz Festival. With ‘Running From Nothing,’ she continues shaping a sound rooted in jazz tradition, modern pop form, and expressive musicianship.
Country riser Braxton Keith keeps his momentum rolling with “I Ain’t Tryin’,” a dance-floor-ready Western swing track arriving January 16, 2026 via Warner Records Nashville. Schooled on the classics and wired for today, the song leans into easy confidence, throwback twang, and a groove built to move a room.
“I Ain’t Tryin’” brings casual charisma front and center, complete with a Bob Wills-style “haw haw!,” mellow steel guitar, and bright fiddle lines that bounce from beat to beat. The track was co-written with Brice Long and Will Jones and features 19-year-old fiddle standout Carson Peters, adding snap and sparkle to the arrangement.
“It’s like a good pair of jeans that come back in style,” Keith says. “It’s just good old country music.” The response around the song highlights how cleanly it captures the power of classic country when delivered with conviction, personality, and swing-forward energy.
The release arrives as Keith earns major industry recognition, landing on Rolling Stone’s “Country Albums We’re Excited to Hear in 2026” list and Amazon Music’s “2026 Artists to Watch.” After logging more than 130 shows in 2025 while supporting Cody Johnson, Gavin Adcock, and Luke Bryan, Keith continues building a reputation as a must-see live act.
Upcoming Tour Dates: 1/16 – Cheyenne, WY – The Lincoln Cheyenne 1/17 – Deadwood, SD – Red Dirt Fest 1/23 – Little Rock, AR – The Hall 1/24 – Terrell, TX – Silver Saloon 1/29 – Tuscaloosa, AL – Two Dimes 1/30 – Starkville, MS – Rick’s Cafe 1/31 – Bossier City, LA – Bulls Bands & Barrels 2/6 – Baton Rouge, LA – Texas Club 2/7 – Rosenberg, TX – Third Coast Bucking 2/12 – Kansas City, MO – Uptown Theater 2/13 – Saint Louis, MO – Hot Country Nights 2/14 – West Des Moines, IA – Val Air Ballroom 2/19 – Los Fresnos, TX – Los Fresnos Rodeo 2/21 – Austin, TX – Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater 2/22 – San Antonio, TX – San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo 3/13, 14 – Melbourne, VIC – Margaret Court Arena* 3/16, 17 – Sydney, NSW – Hordern Pavilion* 3/20, 21 – Ipswich, QLD – CMC Rocks Festival 3/28 – Winston-Salem, NC – Bulls, Bands & Barrels 3/29 – Isle of Palms, SC – Windjammer 4/11 – Somerville, TX – Chilifest 4/18 – Lubbock, TX – Cook’s Garage 4/23 – Santa Fe, NM – The Bridge at Santa Fe Brewing Company 4/25 – Indio, CA – Stagecoach 4/26 – Santa Fe, NM – Santa Fe Brewing Company 5/8 – Faison, NC – Creekstone Rising Music Festival 5/10 – Saint Pete Beach, FL – Country Thunder Florida 5/24 – Santiago, MX – Monterrey Country Fest 6/7 – Lexington, KY – Railbird Music Festival 6/18 – Bloomington, IL – Tailgate N’ Tallboys 6/19 – North Lawrence, OH – The Country Fest 7/8 – Chicago, IL – Windy City Smokeout 7/11 – New Salem, ND – ND Country Fest 7/18 – Eau Claire, WI – Eau Claire Event District 8/6 – Oshkosh, WI – XRoads41 8/8 – Sikeston, MO – Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo 8/15 – Imperial, NE – Chase County Fair & Expo 8/27 – Mount Morris, MI – Genesee County Fair 9/11–9/13 – Bristol, TN – Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion *Supporting Riley Green
For years, Spotify has shaped how listeners discover what’s next. Now, its Artists to Watch 2026 list brings together a global lineup of emerging voices already gaining momentum across playlists, scenes, and cultures. These artists reflect where music is moving, not later, but right now.
The list spans genres and geographies, from Afrobeats standout MOLIY to rock and alternative firebrands Ecca Vandal, Speed, and Die Spitz. In pop, names like ADÉLA, Baby Nova, and Noah Rinker highlight songwriting with personality and purpose, while R&B artists Isaia Huron, Jai’Len Josey, Mack Keane, and JayDon bring emotional clarity and groove-forward precision.
Country and folk are equally well represented, with Vincent Mason, Zach John King, Laci Kaye Booth, Max McNown, Hudson Freeman, Dove Ellis, and Folk Bitch Trio showing the genre’s range and depth. Dance and electronic artists KETTAMA, Prospa, and Jackie Hollander deliver movement-driven tracks that already feel built for repeat listens.
Hip-hop voices Hurricane Wisdom, PLUTO, sosocamo, and Ovrkast. push sound and storytelling forward, while Latin artists Young Cister, María Isabel, rusowsky, and Hermanos Espinoza expand the list’s global reach. Each artist is paired with a handpicked essential track, creating a playlist that captures energy, ambition, and forward motion.
The Artists to Watch 2026 playlist earns an enthusiastic response for its breadth and intention. It plays like a snapshot of culture in progress, full of artists ready for wider stages and deeper conversations. This is a collection that rewards curiosity and invites listeners to discover the names shaping the year ahead.
For 70 years, Sports Illustrated has shaped how fans experience sports culture. Now, ahead of the biggest weekend on the calendar, Sports Illustrated teams up with Tight End University to launch Tight Ends & Friends, a high-energy celebration kicking off Big Game Weekend in San Francisco.
Taking place Thursday, February 5 at Public Works, the event brings TEU’s community-first culture into an immersive nightlife setting. Designed as a collegiate-style party with elevated production, the night blends interactive games, turf-inspired builds, and a soundtrack built for momentum and connection.
Early excitement surrounds the limited Early Bird ticket release priced at $85, a nod to San Francisco 49ers tight end and TEU founder George Kittle. Additional ticketing details and talent announcements will follow, adding to the anticipation surrounding one of the weekend’s most talked-about gatherings.
The music anchors the experience, culminating in a headline performance by Loud Luxury with Frank Walker opening the night. The response around the event highlights its energy and intent, delivering lift, community, and cultural relevance in equal measure.
Produced by Rubicon Talent and Authentic Live, the night features all-inclusive access, food giveaways, surprise appearances, and sponsor activations from Cash App, Novartis, Zenni Optical, Kinder’s, Smirnoff, Maestro Dobel Tequila, Dockers, Champion, and Verizon. Tight Ends & Friends sets the tone for the weekend with authenticity, access, and shared celebration.
Don’t Believe In Ghosts have released the new music video for “Paper Tiger,” the latest single from their album ‘But On The Bright Side,’ out now via Mindful Recordings. The album has already appeared on multiple Best of 2025 lists, carrying the band’s momentum straight into the new year with confidence and clarity.
The “Paper Tiger” video leans into the song’s emotional push and pull, capturing the feeling of chasing something just out of reach while trying to stay grounded. Scenes reflect doubt, desire, and quiet determination, echoing lyrics shaped by heavy thoughts, fragile confidence, and the resolve to keep moving forward.
“Paper Tiger” earns an enthusiastic response for its balance of tension and lift. The song pairs introspective verses with a sky-high chorus, delivering a massive hook that sticks while letting vulnerability breathe. It feels immediate, purposeful, and emotionally resonant without overstatement.
The track was co-written by and features backing vocals from Brendan Benson of The Raconteurs, Nick Brown of Mona, and Don Miggs of Whole Damn Mess. It was mixed by Mark Needham, known for work with The Killers, Imagine Dragons, Fleetwood Mac, Neon Trees, and Chris Isaak, giving the track its polished but punchy sound.
“But On The Bright Side” was recorded across New York City, Nashville, and the Midwest, with a focus on live performances, analog gear, and classic studio workflows. With the “Paper Tiger” video, Don’t Believe In Ghosts continue shaping indie rock that feels lived-in, hopeful, and built to connect.
Rising alternative pop artist Maeve Alexander shares her new single “Nailbiter,” a sharply observed song about the quiet devastation that follows a friendship breakup. Built on confessional songwriting and emotionally charged melodies, the track lands with clarity and purpose, marking an important creative moment in her evolving catalog.
Written in summer 2025 after the sudden end of a seven-year friendship, “Nailbiter” arrived quickly and honestly. “The song wrote itself before I fully understood what I needed to say,” Maeve says. “Friendship breakups carry a quiet, often unspoken grief, even when the devastation feels all-consuming.” That urgency gives the song its emotional weight.
The response to “Nailbiter” highlights its directness and emotional precision. The song captures ache without overstating it, pairing vulnerability with momentum in a way that feels immediate and lived-in. It reflects growth, healing, and the clarity that arrives when emotions are allowed space to move.
Maeve Alexander’s sound sits between alternative pop and indie rock, often compared to Rachel Chinouriri, Lola Young, Syd Taylor, and Hayley Williams’ solo work. Her music blends raw lyricism with melodies full of motion, shaped by a background that includes classical training, punk pop bands, and underground scenes.
She recently brought that energy to the stage while showcasing her indie pop EP ‘A Ghost Story’ at The Broadway as part of a Breaking Sound curated lineup. With “Nailbiter,” Maeve continues a creative chapter rooted in self-reflection, human connection, and the courage to turn emotional fallout into forward motion.
After nearly a decade without new recorded music, The Casualties roar back into focus with “People Over Power,” a blunt-force statement that reasserts exactly where they stand. Released via Hellcat Records, the track wastes no time delivering its message, driven by breakneck momentum and unfiltered conviction. It lands as a rallying cry rooted in lived frustration, channeling anger toward collective action rather than resignation.
Frontman David Rodriguez describes the song as a response to relentless pressure from systems that feel stacked against everyday people, boiling the message down to its most direct form: people come first. Drummer Marc “Meggers” Eggers calls it a pure protest song, built to provoke reaction and movement. The band’s approach remains grounded in the street punk tradition shaped by The Exploited and the Sex Pistols, pairing rapid-fire riffs with unapologetically political intent.
That urgency carries straight into their 2026 live return, with The Casualties heading to the UK and Europe for a run of festival and headline appearances beginning in March. The shows extend the song’s message beyond the studio, reinforcing the band’s long-held role as a voice for the disillusioned and defiant.
Tour Dates:
March 29 – Scarborough (UK) @ Scarborough Punk Festival June 6- Linz (AT) @ Sbäm Festival| June 12- Torgau (DE) @ Ain’t Like You Festival| June 20- Etxebarri (ES) @ Ehuneko Bat June 26- Rennes (FR) @ Superbowl Of Hardcore June 27- Munster (DE) @ Vainstream Rockfest June 28- Tabor (CZ) @ Mighty Sounds July 10- Prolsdorf (DE) @ Krach Am Bach July 25 – Hohenems (DE) @ Speedfest July 30- Argenta (IT) @ DLB Festival July 31- St Maurice de Gordans (FR) @ Sylak Open Air August 6- Jaromer (CZ) @ Brutal Assault August 7- Ancora Praia (PT) @ Sonic Blast Festival August 8 – Duffel (BE) @ Brakrock August 11- Tolmin (SI) @ Punkrock Holiday August 15- Carhaix (FR) @ Motocultor August 20- Loburg (DE) @ Spirit Festival August 22- Oostkamp (BE) – Parkpop
Today, Band of Horses announce they will celebrate the 20th birthday of their Gold-certified 2006 debut album Everything All The Time with a newly expanded 20th Anniversary Edition, out on March 20, 2026 via Sub Pop. The expanded 19-track edition is accompanied by an additional LP of bonus tracks, including the 2005 tour EP, a trove of previously unreleased studio and live tracks, and rarities like “The End’s Not Near” (as featured on The O.C.) and a demo version of the double Platinum single “The Funeral.”
The album has been fully remastered for the anniversary edition, with the artwork refreshed and expanded into a gatefold jacket, including new liner notes by the album’s producer, Phil Ek (Fleet Foxes, Built To Spill, Modest Mouse, Father John Misty).
Everything All The Time (20th Anniversary Edition) will be available worldwide on double LP, CD, and digital platforms. The digital edition includes additional bonus tracks not available on the vinyl release. LP preorders in North America via the Sub Pop Mega Mart, the band’s official website, and local record stores will receive the limited Loser Edition on metallic gold vinyl. UK and EU preorders via Mega Mart Europe will receive the Loser Edition on opaque yellow vinyl.
Also out today is the previously unreleased fan favorite “(Biding Time Is a) Boat to Row,” accompanied by a new official video directed by James Ayling of Cape Films. Inspired by the real-life story of the 52-hertz whale, the video stars Josh Whitehouse (Daisy Jones & The Six).
Band of Horses will celebrate the release with a spring headlining anniversary tour. An Evening With Band of Horses: Celebrating 20 Years of Everything All The Time begins Thursday, April 9 in Portland, ME at State Theatre, and concludes on Saturday, May 2 in Columbia, MO at Rose Park.
Fan presales begin today at 12 p.m. EST. Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, January 16 at 10 a.m. local time.
Ahead of the tour, the band will also perform a series of Seattle anniversary shows surrounding the album’s release, including an all-ages show on Thursday, March 19 at The Vera Project and a two-night stand at The Showbox on Saturday, March 21 and Sunday, March 22.
There might be no other band that was able to channel the generational anxiety in those early millennial years and turn it into such powerful and inclusive art quite like Band of Horses. Band of Horses fashioned gorgeously ragged epics, Ben Bridwell’s high-flying vocals and eccentric enunciation floating like a specter that felt like a prelude to a dream. Full of profundity, truth, and sometimes just homespun advice on how to live, Band of Horses songs have become anthems and touchstones for fans — meditations on change, longing, and what a person will do to make things right. And what you do when you can’t.
The band’s debut Everything All the Time (2006) introduced their sweeping, emotionally resonant sound, embodied by the double Platinum anthem “The Funeral,” now regarded as one of the most enduring songs of the modern indie rock era. The albums that followed, including 2007’s Cease To Begin, cemented their place in the indie rock canon. They’ve released six studio albums, including Infinite Arms (2010), which earned a Grammy nomination. Most recently, the critically acclaimed Things Are Great (2022) finds the band recapturing the raw emotion and unpolished punk-rock spirit of its earlier days.
2026 Spring Tour Dates: Thu. Mar. 19 – Seattle, WA – The Vera Project Sat. Mar. 21 – Seattle, WA – The Showbox Sun. Mar. 22 – Seattle, WA – The Showbox Thu. Apr. 09 – Portland, ME – State Theatre Fri. Apr. 10 – Beverly, MA – The Cabot Sun. Apr. 12 – Huntington, NY – The Paramount Tue. Apr. 14 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore Wed. Apr. 15 – Montclair, NJ – The Wellmont Theatre Thu. Apr. 16 – Port Chester, NY – Capitol Theatre Sat. Apr. 18 – Baltimore, MD – Nevermore Hall Sun. Apr. 19 – Buffalo, NY – Electric City Tue. Apr. 21 – Pittsburgh, PA – Roxian Theatre Wed. Apr. 22 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore Fri. Apr. 24 – Cleveland, OH – Agora Theatre Sat. Apr. 25 – Shipshewana, IN – Bluegate PAC Mon. Apr. 27 – Madison, WI – The Sylvee Wed. Apr. 29 – Minneapolis, MN – The Fillmore Fri. May 01 – Kansas City, MO – Uptown Theatre Sat. May 02 – Columbia, MO – Rose Park
Acclaimed meditation guide and mantra artist Rina Rain releases her new track and video “Om Mani Padme Hum,” a serene and immersive meditation rooted in ancient Sanskrit wisdom. Built on slow, steady repetition that gradually rises into a flowing rhythm, the mantra reflects compassion, love, and inner freedom. Rina describes the recording as an experience of dissolving into stillness, where sound and thought fade into silence, allowing presence and insight to unfold naturally.
“Om Mani Padme Hum” is the second offering from Rina Rain’s forthcoming album ‘Whispers of Rain’, a contemplative project designed for deep listening and reflection. Blending soulful vocals with spacious modern soundscapes, Rina’s work exists as an invitation rather than a performance, encouraging listeners to slow down, breathe, and return inward. With over two decades of experience guiding mindfulness and healing practices, her music continues to serve as a gentle threshold into quiet transformation and peace.
The European Broadcasting Union has announced the first official Eurovision Song Contest Live Tour, marking 70 years of the world’s most watched singing competition with a summer 2026 arena run across Europe. Promoted by Semmel Concerts and produced by Progress Productions, the tour brings together iconic past performers alongside artists competing in the 2026 Contest for a large-scale celebration of Eurovision’s music, community, and legacy. Artists will perform their own Eurovision entries alongside personal favorites from the Contest’s seven-decade history, with additional special guest appearances promised.
The announcement arrives as Eurovision prepares for its 70th edition in Vienna, following JJ’s 2025 win. The 2026 Contest returns to Vienna’s Stadthalle for the Grand Final on May 16, with semi-finals on May 12 and 14, all of which are sold out. According to Eurovision Song Contest Director Martin Green, the Live Tour represents “the very first time we are bringing the magic of the Eurovision Song Contest live experience directly to fans all over Europe.” The full tour lineup will be revealed the day after the Grand Final, with artist appearances varying by city.
The Eurovision Song Contest Live Tour begins June 15 in London and concludes July 2 in Stockholm, visiting 10 major European arenas. Eurofans who register before February 1, 2026 will receive early access to tickets through a dedicated pre-sale, with lineup updates posted on eurovision.com.
EUROVISION SONG CONTEST LIVE TOUR DATES: June 15 – London, UK – The O2 Arena June 17 – Hamburg, Germany – Barclays Arena June 19 – Milan, Italy – Arena Milano June 20 – Zurich, Switzerland – Hallenstadion June 22 – Antwerp, Belgium – AFAS Dome June 23 – Cologne, Germany – Lanxess Arena June 25 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Royal Arena June 27 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Ziggo Dome June 29 – Paris, France – Accor Arena July 2 – Stockholm, Sweden – Avicii Arena
