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Malina Moye and Danielle Nicole Announce U.K. Co-Headlining Tour with January Blues Festival Stop

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Malina Moye and Danielle Nicole Announce U.K. Co-Headlining Tour with January Blues Festival Stop

Malina Moye is heading to the United Kingdom to co-headline the “Love You Bleed & Dirty Tour” with Grammy nominee Danielle Nicole. The tour will make stops in five cities including, Southampton, Manchester, Wolverhampton, Edinburgh, and finally London on January 8th where Malina and Daniel will co-headline the January Blues Festival.

Malina states, “I’m thrilled to be bringing my Dirty Tour to the U.K. I love the country and London has always been one of my favorite places to visit. Yes, I’m excited to perform, but I couldn’t resist the best part, which is joining forces with the incredible Danielle Nicole who flat out rocks,” declares Moye. “I look forward to seeing and meeting everyone, and I promise the tour will be a good time with amazing energy.”

Danielle adds, “I’ve loved and respected Malina for years. To get to a tour with a powerful and amazing woman such as her is a dream come true!”
The singer-songwriter, lefty guitarist will be playing songs from her current Billboard charting album “Dirty,” which was critically acclaimed and landed in the top five on Guitar World Magazine’s Greatest Guitar Albums of the Year list, as well as music from fan favorite past albums.

Flipping a fender Stratocaster upside down or a Gibson flying V, Malina has been embraced by music lovers and critics alike, deeming her one of the most innovative lefty guitarists in the world. She’s honored the late Queen of England and played on some of the biggest stages from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame tribute concerts to playing the national anthem at some of the biggest games in U.S. sports history.

As a genre-defying artist, Malina Moye has played Eric Clapton’s most recent Crossroads Festival and was the first female guitarist on the Experience Hendrix tour alongside, Buddy Guy, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and Zakk Wylde to name only a few. Moye’s viral hit “Enough” launched the #IAMENOUGH movement garnering over 70 million impressions across all platforms. She is also a TV personality on two series including AXS TV’s SPIN magazine’s 100 greatest Rock Stars and the Top 10 revealed.

Jan 7 – The 1865 Southampton UK
Jan 8 – January Blues Festival 229 London UK
Jan 10 – The Robin 2 Wolverhampton, UK
Jan 11 – Band On The Wall Manchester, UK
Jan 13 – La Belle Angele Edinburgh, UK

Motion City Soundtrack Roars Back with “You Know Who The F* We Are” Ahead of New Album This Fall*

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Motion City Soundtrack Roars Back with “You Know Who The F* We Are” Ahead of New Album This Fall*

Motion City Soundtrack share “You Know Who The F*** We Are,” the latest preview of their new album ‘The Same Old Wasted Wonderful World’ out on September 19 via Epitaph Records.

With its infectious palm-muted power, “You Know Who The F*** We Are” embodies the carefree exuberance that permeates throughout the new record. The single injects a dose of unrestrained energy, fueled by MCS’s resurgence after a decade-long hiatus.

“Don’t Call It a Comeback” isn’t just the name of a song off Motion City Soundtrack’s 2003 debut I Am The Movie, it’s also an apt way to summarize the band’s mission statement. During their initial run from 1997 to 2016, the Minneapolis-based group released six celebrated albums, toured the world countless times and achieved gold status for their hit single “Everything Is Alright.”

After taking a three-year hiatus, the band – vocalist/guitarist Justin Pierre, guitarist Joshua Cain, bassist Matt Taylor, keyboardist Jesse Johnson and drummer Tony Thaxton – started performing live again in 2019, but even the most optimistic fans didn’t necessarily expect a follow-up to 2015’s Panic Stations. “When we started conceptualizing the idea for this record, I was thinking about what we loved about doing this originally,” Cain explains. The result is The Same Old Wasted Wonderful World, an album that sees the band transmuting the last decade of life experiences into the catchiest songs of their career.

To record the album, the band reunited with Sean O’Keefe (Fall Out Boy, Plain White T’s) at the legendary Chicago studio Electrical Audio. With features from Fall Out Boy’s Patrick Stump (who also co-wrote the song “Particle Physics”), Citizen’s Mat Kerekes and Deanna Belos of Sincere Engineer, the album sees the band reclaiming their crown as one of punk rock’s most accessible – and infectious – acts. However, the most impressive aspect of The Same Old Wasted Wonderful World is the fact that instead of relying solely on nostalgia, Motion City Soundtrack continues to experiment outside their comfort zone. “It’s a very interesting thing to feel like we made the most important record of our career this late in the game,” Johnson explains.

“I think that if you look at a lot of our past records, it’s about ‘What’s wrong? What am I not getting right? Why do I feel f***ing crazy? Why can’t I figure this out, and I figured it out,” Pierre admits. “It’s almost like I felt I didn’t have an identity [in the past] and now by working through the hard stuff, I know who I am.” With that sense of self-discovery mirrored by the music, when the final track fades out it may be the conclusion of the album, but in reality, it’s just the beginning of another chapter of Motion City Soundtrack’s journey.

Universal Music Group Partners with Liquidax to Expand AI Patent Portfolio and Launch Music IP Holdings

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Universal Music Group Partners with Liquidax to Expand AI Patent Portfolio and Launch Music IP Holdings

Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, today announced a strategic partnership with IP asset management, investment and advisory firm Liquidax Capital, to accelerate the development of UMG’s music-related AI patents.

Since 2020, UMG has been a music industry leader in AI, having developed patented technology focused on leveraging AI to support artist marketing, analytics and distribution.  Under this new partnership, Liquidax will provide UMG with support on the development, filing, and licensing work required to greatly expand its patent portfolio and bring new products to market. UMG has already filed 15 patents with Liquidax in the fields of musical collaboration, multi-media content and campaign creation, music & health, AI threat protection, music administration and rights management. Two of the UMG AI patents have already been issued.

In connection with the partnership, Music IP Holdings, Inc. (MIH) has been formed to license the AI patents and other technologies developed with UMG into the global marketplace.

In making the announcement, Chris Horton, SVP, Strategic Technology at UMG said, “At Universal Music Group, we are taking a very active role in fostering innovation. Building on our historical and contemporary track record of cutting-edge R&D, scientific advancements and successful patent applications, we are looking forward to significantly advancing our internal efforts, with a dedicated focus on AI technology. And we’re very pleased to be entering into this collaboration with Liquidax, with whom we intend to develop a strong strategic relationship that will amplify our ability to develop IP and take it to market, accelerating the evolution of the music ecosystem.” 

Daniel Drolet, Founder of Liquidax and Partner in MIH said,“We are honored and excited to partner with UMG, the global leader in music innovation and ethical AI. We are laser focused on advancing UMG’s leadership and their cutting-edge technologies, especially in AI, to empower their artists, protect creative rights, foster partnerships, and enhance UMG’s fan experiences worldwide. We are thrilled to be working with UMG to shape the future of music.”

The Value of Verified Payment Systems in Online Casinos

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By Mitch Rice

The growing popularity of online gambling means that more and more people are choosing to play at online casinos. Unfortunately, this also comes with the risk of losing money or having personal data stolen. That’s why financial transaction security is crucial.

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the advantages of verified payment systems. You’ll learn how they protect your finances while playing at an online casino and why it’s worth choosing them. We’ll also compare the functionalities of individual systems. Let’s dive in!

Financial Security is Key in Online Gambling

When playing online gambling games on NV Cazino or other internet platforms, the security of finances is of key importance. That’s why it’s worth choosing online casinos that use reliable and verified payment systems.

Systems like Trustly, PayPal, or Paysafecard provide convenient and secure transactions. Thanks to them, we can make quick deposits and withdrawals without worrying about losing money.

How Do Verified Payment Systems Work?

Verified systems such as Trustly or PayPal undergo rigorous security procedures and regular audits. They are supervised by regulatory bodies, ensuring that customers can be confident their money is safe.

Here are the key features of secure payment systems:

  • Data encryption – payment information and personal data are protected using cryptographic keys;
  • Transaction authentication – the system verifies the user’s identity before processing a payment;
  • Activity monitoring – detection of suspicious or unauthorized transactions;
  • Refund guarantee – in the case of undelivered goods or services, the customer receives a refund.
SystemEncryptionAuthenticationMonitoringRefund Guarantee
TrustlyYesYesYesYes
PayPalYesYesYesYes
PaysafecardYesYesYesNo

Why Is It Worth Choosing a Verified Payment System?

When deciding to play at an online casino, the security of our finances should be a priority. Here are the most important advantages of verified payment systems:

Protection from Fraud

Verified payment systems protect our personal data and payment information from hacking and theft. Encryption and transaction authentication minimize the risk of unauthorized account access.

Convenience and Speed 

Verified systems offer convenient online payment methods, such as credit cards, digital wallets, or bank transfers. Transactions are carried out instantly, allowing us to start playing quickly.

Objective Casino Assessment

By choosing an online casino with a verified payment system, we can be sure it adheres to strict security procedures. This is an objective indicator of the casino’s reliability.

Customer Support

Reputable payment systems also provide customer support in case of any transaction issues. So we have additional help in resolving potential disputes.

How to Choose the Best Payment System for Yourself?

When selecting a preferred payment system for online casinos, it’s worth considering a few key factors. This will help match the optimal method to our needs and expectations.

Deposit and Withdrawal Methods. Some systems offer more deposit and withdrawal options than others. For example, Trustly and PayPal allow bank transfers, credit cards, and even digital wallets. Paysafecard, on the other hand, is mainly based on prepaid vouchers.

Processing Speed. Check the standard processing time for transactions in the chosen system. For example, Trustly and PayPal provide instant transfers, while bank transfers may be slower.

Fees and Commissions. Different systems charge different fees for processing payments. It’s worth checking the commission table before choosing a specific method to minimize costs.

Security. As mentioned earlier, key elements for online payment systems are: data encryption, user authentication, and activity monitoring. The more safeguards, the better.

Customer Support. Also check the quality of customer service in case of potential issues. Online chat, phone, or a contact form on the website are basic. The faster and more efficient the support, the better.

Final thoughts

When playing online, it’s worth having confidence in the security of your finances. Verified payment systems provide transaction protection, convenience, and customer support.

When choosing an online casino, check what payment methods it offers. The presence of systems like Trustly or PayPal is a sign that the casino takes its customers’ security seriously.

Data and information are provided for informational purposes only, and are not intended for investment or other purposes.

GHXST Return with Haunting New Single “COSMIC,” Blending Doom and Desert Atmosphere

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GHXST Return with Haunting New Single “COSMIC,” Blending Doom and Desert Atmosphere

Following the release of their debut full-length album ‘Admire’ back in 2022, the LA-based noise duo GHXST today share their new single ‘COSMIC’. A hazy, slow-burning ballad that channels the haunting stillness of deserts and deep space, the track drips with distorted guitars and a spectral glow.

True to their doom-heavy roots, on the new single, GHXST’s sound floats between grit and atmosphere-a meditation on weight, distance, and the quiet pull of the infinite.

Known for their moody and existential doom-infused tracks, GHXST have solidified their place in the music scene over the past decade. Originally emerging from the New York underground scene alongside prominent bands like Salem and White Ring, GHXST have transitioned West, bringing their signature style with them.

Sublime Debuts New Era with “Ensenada,” First Original Track Featuring Jakob Nowell

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Sublime Debuts New Era with “Ensenada,” First Original Track Featuring Jakob Nowell

 Sublime announces the release of their new single “Ensenada,” the first original song from the band with Jakob Nowell as front man. This marks a significant milestone for the band, as “Ensenada” is the first truly original song from start to finish written by the trio since Jakob-son of founding front man Bradley Nowell-stepped into the role of lead vocalist and guitarist.

At its root, “Ensenada” encapsulates the signature Sublime vibe with a bit of melancholy underneath, created with a sound and lyrics meant to match the craziness and wit of the band’s earlier material, but also with some heart. “Ensenada” was inspired by the classic Sublime sound and features lyrics that reflect on personal experiences with love and relationships, exploring the human emotions that come along with it. Jakob Nowell describes the lyrics and use of absurdism as a defense mechanism to escape the intense, challenging feelings of when a relationship goes south. “Ensenada” was produced by Jon Joseph (BORNS) and is the first release from the band’s highly anticipated upcoming new album.

“Ensenada and the new music we’re working on is inspired by old Sublime material. You can’t match something from that 90s era – it was such a moment in time. This feels like an epilogue, a thank you to all of the fans and everyone who’s supported Sublime. Our goal with “Ensenada” was not to replicate anything, but from my perspective its more like a tribute to my uncles Bud and Eric and the inspiration they give me. It’s organic and we have a good time. We did a bunch of jams, dove into the old catalog, and the more it felt like fun-throwing it all together and seeing what sticks-the more we knew that was the right move. Creating genuine music that reflects your life and times… people tap into that, and then you look around and realize, wow, look at all the love we’ve found.” – Jakob Nowell

Sublime recently announced their return home to Long Beach, CA to perform at the Vans Warped Tour July 26, nearly 30 years after the original lineup played the first incarnation of the festival. Front man Jakob Nowell joined Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson to announce Sublime’s Warped Tour return in June at the annual ‘Grow Long Beach’ event, where he spoke about the band’s history with the city and their musical legacy.

In addition to various high-profile festival appearances and headlining shows in 2025, Sublime recently announced a Las Vegas takeover called Fear, Loathing, and Sublime in Las Vegas taking place at the Park MGM August 14-17. The multi-night event includes live performances from Sublime, punk rock powerhouses Pennywise, The Vandals and more. VIP experiences including exclusive access to soundcheck parties, opportunities to meet the band, intimate acoustic jam sessions, an exclusive look at a curated collection of Sublime memorabilia on display and much more.

After Jakob Nowell’s history making debut as Sublime’s new front man at Coachella 2024, he and his uncles Bud Gaugh and Eric Wilson continued the momentum of the latest chapter of the band, performing at over 20 festivals and shows across North America by the end of last year. Additional highlights from 2024 include Sublime’s late-night television debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, a 4-song set on the Howard Stern Show and the band’s first top 10 hit on alternative radio since 1997 with their single “Feel Like That,” featuring the vocals of both Bradley Nowell and his son Jakob together.

2025 is shaping up to be an even busier year for the band, with a handful of headlining shows, high-profile festival appearances to support the release of Sublime’s forthcoming new album.

Sublime 2025 Tour Dates:

July 20 – Minnesota Yacht Club Festival – Saint Paul, MN
July 26-27 – Vans Warped Tour – Long Beach, CA
August 14-16 – Fear, Loathing, and Sublime in Las Vegas – Las Vegas, NV
August 21 – The Brooklyn Mirage – New York,
August 22 – CMAC – Canandaigua, NY
August 23 – Westville Music Bowl – New Haven, CT
September 12 – The End of Summer Presented by 107.7 The End – Redmond, WA
September 14 – Sea.Hear.Now – Asbury Park, NJ
September 19 – Shaky Knees Festival – Atlanta, GA
September 27 – Evolution Festival – St. Louis, MO
October 18 – Mission Bayfest – San Diego, CA

KAYTRANADA and JUSTICE Announce Fall 2025 Co-Headlining Arena Tour Across North America

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KAYTRANADA and JUSTICE Announce Fall 2025 Co-Headlining Arena Tour Across North America

KAYTRANADA and JUSTICE are joining forces for a co-headlining North American tour this fall. The month-long run kicks off October 16 in Vancouver and wraps up November 16 in Miami, with the duo set to bring their signature sounds to major arenas across the continent. Additional dates are expected to be announced soon.

This marks a highly anticipated reunion for the two electronic powerhouses, who last shared a stage during a special performance at Paris’ iconic Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur in June 2023, playing at sunset on the summer solstice. A few months later, KAYTRANADA delivered an official remix of JUSTICE’s Grammy-winning single “Neverender” (featuring Kevin Parker of Tame Impala), which climbed to #18 on the Top 40 chart.

Now, following a string of solo achievements and international buzz, KAYTRANADA and JUSTICE are set to bring their dynamic live shows together on one stage for the first time across North America.

The announcement follows fresh releases from both artists. JUSTICE recently dropped a remix EP for their single “Mannequin Love,” featuring reworks from The Dare, Braxe + Falcon, and Hudson Mohawke, as well as the original version with The Flints from their acclaimed 2024 album Hyperdrama. KAYTRANADA continues to ride the momentum of his Grammy-nominated album TIMELESS, with recent production credits including Justine Skye’s “Oh Lala” and FLO’s “The Mood,” along with a run of sold-out headline tours in North America and Europe.

Fans can sign up now for exclusive presale access at kaytranadaxjusticetour.com. In the U.S., Verizon customers will also have early access to select dates through Verizon Access. This presale runs from Tuesday, July 22 at 10 AM local time through Thursday, July 24 at 10 PM. Full details can be found at verizon.com/access.

Upcoming Live Dates

10/16 – Vancouver, BC @ Rogers Arena

10/17 – Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena

10/19 – Portland, OR @ Moda Center

10/22 – Oakland, CA @ Oakland Arena

10/28 – San Diego, CA @ Viejas Arena

10/30 – Phoenix, AZ @ PHX Arena

11/1 – Denver, CO @ Ball Arena

11/5 – Chicago, IL @ United Center

11/8 – Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center

11/12 – Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena

11/15 – Tampa, FL @ Amalie Arena

11/16 – Miami, FL @ Kaseya Center

Vancouver Is Funny Comedy Festival to Debut This September with Rick Mercer, Chris Fleming, and Hannah Berner

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Vancouver Is Funny Comedy Festival to Debut This September with Rick Mercer, Chris Fleming, and Hannah Berner

Get ready to laugh all month long: Vancouver Is Funny is set to debut this September with over 30 comedians performing across 30+ events throughout the city. Presented by MRG Live, the new annual festival celebrates Vancouver’s thriving comedy scene with a packed lineup of stand-up shows, special events, and industry collaborations.

Running from September 1 to 30, the inaugural edition will spotlight top-tier comedic talent alongside rising stars. Confirmed performers so far include Rick Mercer, Chris Fleming, and Hannah Berner, with more announcements coming soon.

The festival will take over venues big and small, including MRG-owned spaces like the Vogue Theatre, Biltmore Cabaret, and slate. Event Space, which will transform into a pop-up comedy club for the month. Additional shows will be hosted at partner venues across the city.

Vancouver Is Funny is the latest expansion of MRG Live’s growing comedy portfolio. Known for producing stand-up tours across Canada, the U.S., and Europe, the independent promoter is now rolling out a larger-scale comedy festival brand called Is Funny, with Vancouver leading the charge. The goal: to bring world-class comedy to fans while supporting emerging talent and local producers.

The festival will also team up with local organizations like the Vancouver Fringe Festival to further amplify diverse voices and expand access to live comedy across the city.

For the full schedule and updates, visit vancouver.isfunny.ca.

Sheryl Crow Takes Aim at “The New Normal” in Bold New Single with The Real Lowdown

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Sheryl Crow Takes Aim at “The New Normal” in Bold New Single with The Real Lowdown

Nine-time GRAMMY AWARD winner and 2023 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Sheryl Crow released her latest single, “The New Normal,” out now via The Valory Music Co.

The track was written, recorded, and produced in collaboration with The Real Lowdown, Crow’s incredible touring band of 15 years comprised of Fred Eltringham (drums, percussion), Audley Freed (electric guitar), Jen Gunderman (keyboards), Robert Kearns (bass), and Peter Stroud (electric guitar).

In “The New Normal,” Crow takes a bold stance on the state of our political climate and the rapid, unpredictable advancements in artificial intelligence, topics she has continued to express strong concern and uneasiness about over the last several years. She sings, “Is it science fiction of prediction wrapped in George Orwell. If the news is fake and fear is hate, and nothing’s immoral. To the leader of the free world. Then, welcome to the new normal.”

Never one to hold back, Crow continues to use her voice for good, creating fiercely outspoken and timely music that is deeply rooted in authenticity, and “The New Normal” is no exception. “What’s happening all around us is so unbelievably bizarre, that my fear is we will truly begin to feel like this is normal. And that’s what terrifies me,” she shares.

Of working with her longtime touring band The Real Lowdown on this song, Crow says, “I am so blessed to have the band that I have. For years, we have jammed up such cool stuff during sound checks that we decided we go in and start recording as a band. Can’t wait for everyone to hear the new stuff we are doing.”

Luke Tyler Shelton Releases Debut EP ‘Blue Sky,’ Produced by Shooter Jennings and Jonathan Wilson

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Luke Tyler Shelton Releases Debut EP ‘Blue Sky,’ Produced by Shooter Jennings and Jonathan Wilson

Luke Tyler Shelton releases his debut EP Blue Sky via Concord Records. Produced by Shooter Jennings (Brandi Carlile, Tanya Tucker) and Jonathan Wilson (Father John Misty, Angel Olsen), Shelton’s debut body of work merges country-rock, folk-pop, and Southern soul into songs that immediately transport the audience into a state of enchanted ease. With a style informed by his DIY community that holds a mirror to the near-mythic creative hotbed of early-70s Laurel Canyon, Shelton calls back a faraway time in a distinctive soul-soothing, windows-down type of way – Stream Blue Sky here.

After connecting with Jennings and Wilson, Shelton’s early music was recorded to tape with his close circle of friends at Wilson’s studio in the bohemian enclave of Topanga Canyon. Mixed by four-time Grammy-winner Trina Shoemaker (Sheryl Crow, Queens Of The Stone Age)-and also featuring Jennings’ longtime bandmate Ted Russell Kamp on bass and Wilson on drums, guitar, and Moog synth- Shelton’s debut EP achieves a certain rarefied magic, matching their exquisitely orchestrated sound with a free-flowing energy that instantly transfers onto the listener.

On today’s release, he shares, “‘Blue Sky’ is the title track and final single to be released as a part of my debut EP. I wrote it over two years ago and it’s still one of, if not my favorite song I’ve written so far. It’s one of few that I feel I wrote completely for myself, as I was going through a breakup and I think most people who listen to it have felt a similar type of relief that the song provided me during that time.”

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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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