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DragonForce and Alissa White-Gluz Ignite New Version of “Burning Heart”

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DragonForce and Alissa White-Gluz Ignite New Version of “Burning Heart”

Dragonforce unleash a new official music video for an alternate version of their recent album track “Burning Heart”, featuring Alissa White-Gluz! Originally released as a bonus track on select editions of their celebrated 2024 album Warp Speed Warriors, the special version supported by White-Gluz’s distinctive vocals is now out as its own single.

Alissa White-Gluz on the collaboration: “As a long time DragonForce fan, it was such a fun experience to sing Burning Heart! This band knows no speed limits – even as a vocalist I found myself tripping over consonants trying to keep up. It was a refreshing challenge! I’m happy to be a part of such a cool song and video!”

DRAGONFORCE guitarist Herman Li adds: “Alissa has been one of my favorite metal vocalists for a long time. I’m thrilled that the stars aligned, allowing us to collaborate on this track. I believe ‘Burning Heart’ is the perfect song for Alissa to showcase her remarkable vocal range and her stunning performance has elevated the song to another level.”

Powerwolf Unleash Fiery Spectacle ‘Wildlive (Live at Olympiahalle)’ This March

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Powerwolf Unleash Fiery Spectacle ‘Wildlive (Live at Olympiahalle)’ This March

Powerwolf will release their brand-new live release, Wildlive (Live at Olympiahalle), on March 6, 2026 via Napalm Records! This tremendous offering captures the magic, energy and theatrical brilliance of POWERWOLF’s biggest headline tour to date. Recorded during the breathtaking sold out show of their Wolfsnächte Tour 2024 in Munich’s Olympiahalle, Wildlive (Live at Olympiahalle) is not just a live release – it is a grandiose cinematic experience and a sacred celebration of metal, filled with fire, emotion, and boundless creativity.

What began as an unconventional project in 2004 has since evolved into one of the most successful metal phenomena worldwide. Wildlive (Live at Olympiahalle) documents POWERWOLF’s unrelenting rise to the top, showcasing a performance that goes far beyond a metal concert. From a fire-breathing church organ and thunderous pyro spectacles to dark, operetta-like storytelling and rousing crowd interaction, this show is pure heavy metal theater at its finest. Wildlive (Live at Olympiahalle) is an absolute must-have for every music lover. It will be available in multiple formats including Blu-Ray, DVD, CD and Vinyl as well as a Deluxe Boxset, Earbook, Mediabook, and several other Collectors Editions, featuring exclusive bonus content.

Fans who pre-order the Earbook or BOX-VINYL edition of the new album through the Napalm Records mailorder until July 31 will have the unique chance to have their name printed in the booklet of both editions. All you need to do is enter your name (up to 20 characters) in a special field on the product page when placing your order here.

POWERWOLF states: “We always knew that no words or short recap videos could truly capture what we experienced together during the Wolfsnächte 2024 tour. Every night was its own kind of magic – still, we wanted to find a way to hold on to those memories and share them in the most powerful way possible. That’s why we decided to record the full, massive, sold-out show at the Olympiahalle in Munich – to preserve just a piece of what we all felt on this tour. Wildlive (Live at Olympiahalle) is more than a live release. It’s a tribute and manifestation to the moments we created together.”

100 Facts About Prince You Didn’t Know In Honour of His Birthday

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100 Facts About Prince You Didn’t Know In Honour of His Birthday

From revolutionizing funk and pop to pioneering the Minneapolis sound and building a secret vault filled with unreleased music, Prince did it all — often while wearing heels.

To celebrate the legend on what would have been his birthday, here are 100 fun, strange, and little-known facts about the Purple One himself. From his childhood quirks to his posthumous surprises, let’s take a glitter-drenched dive into the mystery, music, and magic of Prince.

  1. His first word as a baby was reportedly “money.”
  2. Prince hated onions and avoided them religiously.
  3. His favorite color wasn’t always purple — it was orange early in life.
  4. He wrote his first song, “Funk Machine,” on his dad’s piano at age 7.
  5. His dad was a jazz musician who performed under the name Prince Rogers.
  6. Prince was nicknamed “Skipper” as a child.
  7. He played over 27 instruments on his debut album.
  8. He loved ping pong and challenged friends and bandmates regularly.
  9. Prince stood at 5’2”, but his presence was massive.
  10. He often wore four-inch heels on and off stage.
  11. He used the word “slave” on his face in protest of his Warner Bros. contract.
  12. The “Love Symbol” was created by combining male and female symbols.
  13. He would record for days without sleeping.
  14. Prince once gave a tape of music to a friend in a pancake box.
  15. He appeared on a 1970s teachers’ strike news clip as a child.
  16. He was epileptic as a child but claimed an angel healed him.
  17. He had a vault filled with thousands of unreleased songs.
  18. He designed Paisley Park as a utopia for music and creativity.
  19. He was notoriously private and often dropped music with no warning.
  20. He wrote “Nothing Compares 2 U” for a side project — the Family.
  21. His favorite meal was spaghetti and orange juice.
  22. He didn’t allow meat at Paisley Park.
  23. He once told Kevin Smith he didn’t like documentaries, then asked him to make one.
  24. He used numerous aliases including Camille, Jamie Starr, and Alexander Nevermind.
  25. Prince wrote “Manic Monday” for The Bangles.
  26. He gave “Kiss” to another band before deciding to keep it.
  27. He loved basketball and played in high school.
  28. Dave Chappelle’s Prince skit? He loved it.
  29. He released an entire triple album called ‘Emancipation.’
  30. He reportedly recorded “When Doves Cry” in one night.
  31. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004.
  32. His halftime performance at Super Bowl XLI is ranked the best ever.
  33. He once sued YouTube and fansites for unauthorized use of his image.
  34. He didn’t own a cell phone.
  35. He preferred communicating via fax in the 2000s.
  36. He often rode his bike around Chanhassen in disguise.
  37. He turned down many collaborations, including with Michael Jackson.
  38. He had an entire unreleased album recorded as “Camille.”
  39. He created The Time and wrote all their early hits.
  40. He could compose, arrange, and record a song in under an hour.
  41. He once gifted an album to a waitress who brought him good pancakes.
  42. He was a devout Jehovah’s Witness and went door-to-door.
  43. He turned down a role in the film Dreamgirls.
  44. He never drank alcohol or smoked.
  45. His band The Revolution had multiple female members — a rarity at the time.
  46. He loved animals and once stopped a concert because a bird was in the venue.
  47. He fired people who swore in his presence.
  48. He founded his own label, NPG Records.
  49. He released music under the name “The Artist.”
  50. He had an extensive archive of concert footage.
  51. He played a surprise set in a living room for a private party.
  52. He was a huge fan of Sly & The Family Stone.
  53. He bought a house in Toronto when he was married to Manuela Testolini.
  54. He designed outfits himself and sketched ideas on napkins.
  55. He performed at Coachella in 2008 and stole the show.
  56. He had a purple motorcycle custom-made.
  57. He often performed secret aftershows into the early morning.
  58. His guitar solo at the Rock Hall tribute to George Harrison is legendary.
  59. He supported up-and-coming artists with money and mentorship.
  60. He covered Radiohead’s “Creep” — then had it removed from YouTube.
  61. He donated anonymously to libraries, schools, and shelters.
  62. He mentored Alicia Keys early in her career.
  63. He helped save the Joffrey Ballet with a financial contribution.
  64. He spoke out about police violence in his final years.
  65. He used a custom-made purple Love Symbol guitar.
  66. He recorded music in the dark to focus on sound.
  67. He often finished albums months or years before they were released.
  68. He played over 100 instruments during his lifetime.
  69. He wrote “I Feel for You” for Chaka Khan.
  70. He banned swearing on his later albums.
  71. He had a third-eye image as his Twitter avatar.
  72. He produced a side project called Madhouse, a jazz-funk band.
  73. He once gave all concertgoers a free copy of his album.
  74. He held pajama dance parties at Paisley Park.
  75. He had a secret online alias for browsing fan forums.
  76. He designed his Super Bowl halftime set to resemble his Love Symbol.
  77. He painted a vault door gold and stored rare music inside.
  78. He supported Black Lives Matter with benefit concerts.
  79. He taught himself animation for music video work.
  80. He banned cell phones at concerts before it was cool.
  81. He would sometimes test new songs at small jazz clubs.
  82. He refused to lip-sync ever. Well. Maybe just once. He did it at the World Music Awards in Monte-Carlo in 1994.
  83. He gave millions to the YesWeCode initiative.
  84. He was once offered a role in The Matrix — and turned it down.
  85. He called Stevie Wonder his biggest influence.
  86. He performed “Red House” as “Purple House” in a Hendrix tribute.
  87. He once opened a nightclub in Las Vegas called 3121.
  88. He had a cookbook project in development.
  89. He collected rare instruments from around the world.
  90. He wore custom gloves with grip for better guitar solos.
  91. He had a personal chef trained in vegetarian cuisine.
  92. He once shut down an entire HMV store with a surprise appearance.
  93. He wrote “With This Tear” for Celine Dion.
  94. He threw spontaneous concerts in his backyard.
  95. He once rejected an entire finished album because he felt it “wasn’t joyful enough.”
  96. He required silence in the studio while he recorded vocals.
  97. He inspired the Pantone color “Love Symbol #2.”
  98. He once planned a superhero-themed concept album.
  99. He danced until sunrise even in his 50s.
  100. His final concert ended with the words: “Wait a few days before you waste any prayers.”

85 Things You Need To Know About Tom Jones For His 85th Birthday

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85 Things You Need To Know About Tom Jones For His 85th Birthday

Sir Thomas Jones Woodward—better known to the world as Tom Jones—was born June 7, 1940, in Treforest, Wales. Since bursting onto the music scene in the 1960s with a voice that could shake walls and charm grandmothers, he’s become a true icon: a knighted singer, a Grammy winner, a Vegas mainstay, and one of the most versatile performers in history. His voice—described as a “full-throated, robust baritone”—has powered his six-decade career through pop, gospel, soul, R&B, country, dance, and beyond.

In honour of his 85th birthday, here are 85 things you need to know about Tom Jones, from legendary hits to life-changing moments. Let’s go!

  1. Tom Jones was born Thomas John Woodward on June 7, 1940.
  2. He was raised in Treforest, a mining village in South Wales.
  3. His father was a coal miner.
  4. As a child, he sang at family gatherings and in his school choir.
  5. At age 12, he was bedridden for two years with tuberculosis.
  6. During that time, he developed a deep love for music and drawing.
  7. His first band was called Tommy Scott and the Senators.
  8. He was discovered in 1964 by manager Gordon Mills.
  9. Mills gave him the stage name “Tom Jones” to ride the popularity of the 1963 film.
  10. His breakout hit was “It’s Not Unusual,” released in 1965.
  11. Pirate radio station Radio London helped make it a smash.
  12. “It’s Not Unusual” hit #1 in the UK and the Top 10 in the U.S.
  13. That same year, he recorded the theme for the James Bond film Thunderball.
  14. He also recorded “What’s New Pussycat?”, written by Burt Bacharach.
  15. Tom initially didn’t want to sing it—until Bacharach convinced him.
  16. He won the Grammy for Best New Artist in 1966.
  17. Elvis Presley was a big fan and the two became close friends.
  18. Jones had 36 UK Top 40 hits and 19 U.S. Top 40 hits.
  19. His hits include “Delilah,” “Green, Green Grass of Home,” and “She’s a Lady.”
  20. He debuted in Las Vegas in 1967 at the Flamingo.
  21. He performed annually in Vegas for decades, up until 2011.
  22. In the 1970s, he hosted This Is Tom Jones, a wildly popular TV show.
  23. He earned a Golden Globe nomination for the show in 1970.
  24. He once sang a duet with Janis Joplin on the show.
  25. Jones became known for his open shirts and hip-swiveling stage moves.
  26. In 1976, he scored a U.S. country hit with “Say You’ll Stay Until Tomorrow.”
  27. He appeared in the 1979 TV movie Pleasure Cove.
  28. He later acted in Fantasy Island and Mars Attacks!.
  29. His son, Mark Woodward, became his manager in the late 1980s.
  30. He had a UK hit in 1987 with “A Boy From Nowhere.”
  31. His 1988 cover of Prince’s “Kiss” with Art of Noise became a worldwide hit.
  32. The video for “Kiss” won an MTV Video Music Award.
  33. In 1989, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
  34. He duetted with Van Morrison on the 1991 album Carrying a Torch.
  35. Jones hosted the 1994 MTV Europe Music Awards.
  36. He covered “You Can Leave Your Hat On” for The Full Monty soundtrack.
  37. He appeared in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and The Simpsons as himself.
  38. His 1999 album Reload was a collection of duets and went #1 in the UK.
  39. Reload sold over 4 million copies worldwide.
  40. The single “Sex Bomb” became a massive hit in 2000.
  41. He performed for President Bill Clinton at the Millennium celebrations.
  42. He received the BRIT Award for Best British Male in 2000.
  43. In 2003, he received the BRIT Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music.
  44. That same year, he performed with the Pussycat Dolls and Carmen Electra on VH1 Divas.
  45. He collaborated with Jools Holland on a rock ‘n’ roll album.
  46. In 2005, he returned to Pontypridd to perform for 20,000 fans.
  47. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2006 for services to music.
  48. He has performed national anthems at major boxing matches.
  49. His 2008 album 24 Hours included the song “Give a Little Love.”
  50. In 2009, he topped the UK charts again with “Islands in the Stream” for Comic Relief.
  51. That made him the UK artist with the longest gap between #1 hits—42 years.
  52. His 2010 album Praise & Blame debuted at #2 in the UK.
  53. In 2011, he released a single produced by Jack White titled “Evil.”
  54. He became a coach on The Voice UK in 2012.
  55. He mentored Leanne Mitchell to win the first season.
  56. After being briefly dropped, he returned to The Voice in 2017.
  57. His 2012 album Spirit in the Room included covers of Tom Waits and Leonard Cohen.
  58. He performed at the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Concert in 2012.
  59. His 2015 album Long Lost Suitcase completed a trilogy with his two previous records.
  60. The tracks from Long Lost Suitcase align with chapters from his autobiography.
  61. His autobiography, Over the Top and Back, was published in 2015.
  62. In 2016, a jukebox musical based on his life debuted in Wales.
  63. In 2021, he released the album Surrounded by Time.
  64. That album includes his emotional performance of “I Won’t Crumble With You If You Fall.”
  65. The performance was inspired by his late wife’s final words.
  66. He was married to Linda Trenchard from 1957 until her death in 2016.
  67. They had one son together, Mark.
  68. Despite fame and infidelity, they remained married for nearly 60 years.
  69. He has acknowledged fathering a second son in 1987.
  70. Jones sold his Bel Air mansion and returned to the UK after Linda’s passing.
  71. He says he uses inversion therapy to stay healthy.
  72. He was a longtime friend of Elvis Presley.
  73. Rumours linked him to Priscilla Presley, but he says they’re just close friends.
  74. His voice has been compared to Solomon Burke and Little Richard.
  75. He once hit a top C as a young tenor; now he embraces his deep baritone.
  76. He has sold over 100 million records worldwide.
  77. He was awarded the OBE in 1999 and knighted in 2006.
  78. He’s been parodied in The Simpsons, celebrated in video games, and honored in musicals.
  79. A Tom Jones musical titled What’s New Pussycat? debuted in 2021.
  80. He sang “Delilah” and “Mama Told Me Not To Come” at the Queen’s Jubilee.
  81. He’s performed with legends including Janis Joplin, Stevie Wonder, and Van Morrison.
  82. His songs are featured in countless films, commercials, and sporting events.
  83. Even now, he continues to record, tour, and inspire new generations.
  84. He’s a living link between the British Invasion and today’s pop culture.
  85. At 85, Sir Tom Jones remains a voice for the ages—and he’s still going strong.

Happy Birthday, Tom Jones. Thank you for giving the world your voice, your soul, and your timeless charm. Here’s to 85 years of what’s new, pussycat—and many more to come.

Is The 27 Club REALLY A Thing?

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Is The 27 Club REALLY A Thing?

In the world of music, few ideas strike such a chord of mystique and melancholy as the 27 Club. It isn’t a literal club, of course. It’s a cultural phenomenon—a shorthand for artists who passed away at the age of 27, often in the prime of their creative lives. Over time, it has expanded to include actors, artists, and other creatives whose talents left a mark that continues to ripple through generations.

The number 27 became iconic following a string of deeply felt losses in the late 1960s and early ’70s. Writers and fans alike began to see a pattern, and a haunting label was born. But behind the eerie coincidences are real people, real stories, and real music that continues to inspire.

Here are 20 artists whose lives ended at 27—but whose work still plays loud and clear in the soundtrack of our lives.

Robert Johnson, the legendary bluesman, is as well known for the myth surrounding him as the music he left behind. His influence on rock ‘n’ roll giants like Clapton and the Stones stems from recordings made in hotel rooms and makeshift studios across the South.

Brian Jones, the founder of The Rolling Stones, helped shape the band’s early sound with a wide range of instruments. His death in 1969 marked the start of what would later become known as the 27 Club.

Jimi Hendrix is considered one of the most inventive guitarists of all time. He changed how the electric guitar was played, bringing psychedelia, soul, and sheer noise into new harmony.

Janis Joplin brought blues and rock together in a way few had before, with a raw voice and a fearless stage presence. Her performance at Woodstock remains a defining moment in festival history.

Jim Morrison, the enigmatic frontman of The Doors, blended poetry with rock and created a style both hypnotic and unforgettable. His lyrics continue to fascinate and inspire new generations of listeners.

Ron “Pigpen” McKernan was a founding member of the Grateful Dead. He brought a bluesy organ sound and soulful vocals to the band’s early years, grounding their experimental spirit in roots music.

Alan “Blind Owl” Wilson, the quiet genius behind Canned Heat, had a love for the environment and traditional blues that shaped the band’s identity. His voice on “Going Up the Country” became a defining anthem of the Woodstock era.

Pete Ham, as the leader of Badfinger, was praised by Paul McCartney and George Harrison. His songwriting carried the torch of British pop into the 1970s with haunting emotional depth.

Kristen Pfaff played bass for Hole and was part of the rising tide of alternative rock in the early ’90s. Her work on Live Through This captured chaos and melody in equal measure.

Kurt Cobain, frontman of Nirvana, spoke for a generation with songs filled with disillusionment and raw emotion. Nevermind helped reshape the sound and spirit of an entire decade.

Amy Winehouse had a voice that seemed to carry lifetimes and lyrics steeped in heartbreak and resilience. Back to Black remains one of the most powerful soul albums of the 21st century.

Chris Bell, co-founder of Big Star, crafted shimmering power-pop songs that would go on to influence countless indie rock bands. His legacy is felt far beyond the records he made.

Jean-Michel Basquiat was best known as a painter, but also formed the band Gray. His work—visual and musical—intersected with punk, hip-hop, and the energy of New York’s art scene.

Richey Edwards, lyricist for the Manic Street Preachers, was known for his intensity and intellectual depth. His disappearance in 1995 added mystery to a legacy already rich with meaning.

Jeremy Ward, a sonic architect for The Mars Volta, helped shape their boundary-pushing sound. His manipulation of samples and textures brought new dimensions to progressive rock.

Alexander Bashlachev was a poet and rock musician in Soviet-era Russia. His words captured the tension and longing of a generation navigating deep cultural change.

D. Boon, guitarist and singer of the Minutemen, made punk personal and political in short, sharp bursts. His work helped build the foundation for the American indie movement.

Mia Zapata, frontwoman of The Gits, blended punk fury with soul-infused vocals. Her voice and story have since inspired activism and community in the Seattle music scene.

Fredo Santana, a leading voice in Chicago’s drill scene, created music filled with urgency and raw reflection. His influence continues to echo through the current hip-hop landscape.

MohBad, a rising Nigerian rapper, blended Afrobeats, hip-hop, and streetwise storytelling. His growing legacy reflects the global reach and emotional power of contemporary African music.

The 27 Club reminds us how fragile genius can be—but it also reminds us that creative legacy doesn’t fade with time. These artists made the kind of impact that lasts decades, echoing across playlists, record shelves, and memories. Their work continues to find new ears, new hearts, and new meaning—one song at a time.

Kataklysm and Vader Co-Headline “Carnival of Death 2025” Tour With Brutal Support Lineup

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Kataklysm and Vader Co-Headline “Carnival of Death 2025” Tour With Brutal Support Lineup

Kataklysm is proud to announce their co-headlining slot alongside Polish death metal pioneers Vader on the Carnival of Death 2025 North American tour.

The tour brings with it a no-holds-barred lineup featuring the legendary Malevolent Creation and rising death thrashers Skeletal Remains, guaranteeing a night of relentless brutality in every city.

The 26-date carnage kicks off October 1 in Bensalem, PA, and storms through major cities across the U.S. and Canada, including stops in Atlanta, Tampa, Las Vegas, Denver, Chicago, and Brooklyn. Canadian fans will witness KATAKLYSM close out each show from Toronto through Montreal, ensuring a fitting home soil finale for the band.

CARNIVAL OF DEATH 2025 TOUR DATES
w/ Vader, Kataklysm, Malevolent Creation, Skeletal Remains:

Oct 1 – Bensalem, PA – Broken Goblet
Oct 2 – Greensboro, NC – Hangar 1819
Oct 3 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade (Heaven)
Oct 4 – Tampa, FL – The Orpheum
Oct 6 – Ft. Worth, TX – Tulips
Oct 7 – Austin, TX – Come and Take It Live
Oct 8 – El Paso, TX – Rockhouse Bar & Grill
Oct 9 – Mesa, AZ – Nile Theater
Oct 10 – San Diego, CA – Brick By Brick
Oct 11 – West Hollywood, CA – Whisky-A-Go-Go
Oct 12 – San Francisco, CA – DNA Lounge
Oct 13 – Roseville, CA – Goldfield Trading Post
Oct 14 – Las Vegas, NV – Backstage Bar
Oct 16 – Denver, CO – The Oriental Theater
Oct 17 – Kansas City, MO – Warehouse on Broadway
Oct 18 – Minneapolis, MN – Skyway Theater – Studio B
Oct 19 – Chicago, IL – Reggie’s
Oct 20 – Lakewood, OH – Mercury Music Lounge
Oct 21 – Toronto, ON – Lee’s Palace*
Oct 22 – Ottawa, ON – Overflow*
Oct 23 – Quebec City, QC – Salle Montaigne*
Oct 24 – Montreal, QC – Fairmount Theatre*
Oct 25 – Syracuse, NY – The Lost Horizon
Oct 26 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Monarch
*Kataklysm headlines all Canadian dates

The Dead Daisies Share Intimate Muscle Shoals Doc Behind ‘Lookin’ For Trouble’

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The Dead Daisies Share Intimate Muscle Shoals Doc Behind ‘Lookin’ For Trouble’

Following the release of their acclaimed blues album Lookin’ For Trouble, The Dead Daisies have shared a brand-new short documentary that goes far beyond a standard “making-of.” Released today, the 20-minute film offers an intimate, cinematic look at how a spontaneous late-night jam session in Muscle Shoals turned into one of the band’s most soul-stirring records-and explores the rich musical history that made it possible.

Shot on location in Muscle Shoals and inside the legendary FAME Studios, the documentary captures the serendipity, spirit, and grit behind the album’s creation. It’s part road film, part musical excavation, and a heartfelt tribute to the enduring power of the blues. Featuring some never-before-seen footage of the band en route to FAME, the documentary takes viewers deep into the band’s creative process and the historical context of the songs they chose to reinterpret.

Through candid interviews with lead vocalist John Corabi, guitarist Doug Aldrich, and bassist Michael Devin, the film traces the roots of the blues and its evolution into rock & roll. The band dives into the legends and folklore surrounding artists like Lead Belly, Muddy Waters, and Albert King-whose fingerprints are all over Lookin’ For Trouble. Viewers gain new insight into the inspiration behind their fiery covers of classics like Robert Johnson’s “Crossroads,” John Lee Hooker’s “Boom Boom,” and B.B. King’s “The Thrill Is Gone.”

“When I first heard blues, it was through bands like Led Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones,” recalls Corabi. “The deeper I researched my heroes, the deeper I got into the history of this music. The blues is the soul of rock ‘n’ roll-it’s in everything we do.”

The documentary also captures the camaraderie and chemistry among the band and producer Marti Frederiksen, who encouraged the group to capture everything live, in the moment, with minimal overdubs. The result is a set of blistering blues performances that feel immediate and reverent all at once.

Out now via Fame / Malaco Records, Lookin’ For Trouble is The Dead Daisies’ first full-fledged blues album. Tracked live at FAME Studios, the record began as an impromptu tribute to their blues heroes-and evolved into a high-octane, soul-drenched collection that fuses reverence with signature grit.

Disclosure Announce “Fall 2025 – North American Tour” With Epic Live Return and Festival Stops

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Disclosure Announce “Fall 2025 – North American Tour” With Epic Live Return and Festival Stops

Multi-platinum duo Disclosure have announced that they will hitting the road for their “Fall 2025 – North American Tour,” bringing their epic, acclaimed live show to fans across North America.

The tour launches at Seattle’s WAMU Theater on September 19, includes festival stops at Oregon’s Cascade Equinox Festival and Mexico City’s Nescafe Vaiven, and wraps at Forest Hills Stadium in NYC on October 18. Various pre-sales kick off Wednesday, June 11, at 10 a.m. local time, while general on-sale begins Friday, June 13, at 10 a.m. local time.

The live tour news arrives ahead of a series of previously announced North American Disclosure DJ sets, and follows an exhilarating run of releases that showcase not only Guy and Howard Lawrence’s gift for crafting inventive songs destined to take over the dance floor, but also their long-running legacy of boundary-pushing collaboration. Chief among that new music was their blissful, chart-climbing summer smash “She’s Gone, Dance On,” which scored a Best Dance/Electronic Recording GRAMMY nomination and spawned remixes from Hamdi, Carlita, and Todd Edwards, plus a live version featuring the brothers’ dad Robin Lawrence on guitar.

Disclosure Tour Dates
June 6 Miami, FL Club Space – Disclosure DJ Set
June 7 Charleston, SC High Tide Festival – Disclosure DJ Set
June 12 Ogden, UT Ogden Amphitheatre – Disclosure DJ Set
June 13 Denver, CO Reelworks – Disclosure DJ Set
June 21 Rothbury, MI Electric Forest – Disclosure DJ Set + Friends & Family
June 22 Ottawa, ON Escapade Music Festival – Disclosure DJ Set
June 27 Chicago, IL All of Us Festival – Disclosure DJ Set
June 28 Toronto, ON Electric Island – Disclosure DJ Set
July 4 Calgary, AB Badlands Festival – Disclosure DJ Set + Friends & Family
July 5 Surrey, CA FVDED in the Park – Disclosure DJ Set
September 19 Seattle, WA WAMU Theater (LIVE) ^
September 21 Redmond, OR Cascade Equinox Festival (WITHIN EVENT PRODUCTION)
September 23 Santa Barbara, CA Santa Barbara Bowl (LIVE) *
September 25 San Diego, CA The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park (LIVE) *
September 27 Berkeley, CA The Greek Theatre (LIVE) *
September 28 Stanford, CA Frost Amphitheater (LIVE) ^
October 2 Houston, TX Bayou Music Center (LIVE) ^
October 4 Jean, NV RISE Festival (WITHIN EVENT PRODUCTION)
October 7 Dallas, TX South Side Ballroom (LIVE) ^
October 11 Mexico City, MX Nescafe Vaiven Festival (LIVE)
October 15 Boston, MA Roadrunner (LIVE) ^ >
October 17 Washington, DC The Anthem (LIVE) * >
October 18 Forest Hills, NY Forest Hills Stadium (LIVE) ^

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*BULLET TOOTH Support
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DC The Don Unleashes “GET NAKED” Video, A Bass-Heavy Summer Anthem With Rockstar Swagger

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DC The Don Unleashes “GET NAKED” Video, A Bass-Heavy Summer Anthem With Rockstar Swagger

Layered with cinematic shots, Milwaukee firebrand DC The Don showcases his carefree side in new “GET NAKED” video. Set against a desert backdrop, viewers are taken on a sonic journey that’s brought to life by director Danny Kirchner. By the end of the video, it’s abundantly clear that the rap rockstar’s latest gem is poised to become an instant summer favorite.

Fueled by heavy-hitting bass and unapologetic swagger, the song creates a feeling of nostalgia with an interpolation of the iconic “Hollaback Girl” hook. “GET NAKED,” out now, was an instant success with both fans and media alike earning praise from HotNewHipHop, Vibe Magazine, and more.

The new single follows March’s “BACK ROAD SWANGIN” and arrives in the wake of the “MELODY OF A MEMORY Tour” with Eem Triplin & 76Tutes. The 28-date run made landfall in major markets across the country and is now gearing up for the final leg of the tour before wrapping in New York June 13.

Leading up to the release, DC The Don previewed “GET NAKED” live during his show last month, building on the momentum he’s already created with the myriad of social media snippets that have surfaced online, accumulating over 25M+ impressions and 1.5M+ streams since releasing on May 16th. The Letter 5 designer had the crowd singing along word-for-word, fueling the hype for the song’s official release. And now, it’s finally here.

Purity Ring Unveil Epic Two-Part Single “many lives” and “part II” with Haunting Visuals

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Purity Ring Unveil Epic Two-Part Single “many lives” and “part II” with Haunting Visuals

Trailblazing electronic pop duo Purity Ring release boundary-pushing experimental single, “many lives” self-released via the fellowship. The single is released alongside accompanying track “part II”, a grounding moment of stillness woven around classical guitar from members mj and Corin.

Purity Ring returns with an adventurous two-part single that pushes into undiscovered sonic terrain. “many lives” opens to an array of choral layers-reminiscent of Kenji Kawai’s Ghost in the Shell soundtrack-woven into holographic digital keyboards, high-tempo breakbeats, and a flowing current of vocals threaded with haunted vocoders, evoking the sense of an epic journey through a distant memory. The lyrics “house of a dream, walk into me / leave me behind, within between below” captures the bittersweet feeling of being left behind while evoking a dreamlike state of contentment. “part ii” offers a moment of stillness centered on classical guitar, signaling a peaceful reconciliation of what’s to come.

“in a lot of ways, many lives + pt ii is the epicenter of things we’ve been working on recently. it’s like the sun we’ve been orbiting around for the past few years. it feels pitch black and impossible, but also has in it all the things we can make out of that. we’re just really excited about making music at this point in our career and we felt a kind of vastness and possibility when making this.”

The accompanying music video, from creative director Mike Sunday, provides the first look inside Purity Ring’s imagined RPG soundtrack, inspired by games like NieR: Automata and Final Fantasy X. Lush imagery centers around two characters – embodiments of mj and Corin – who are about to embark on a journey.

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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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