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Steve Perry Launches Personal Archive Auction to Aid Wildfire Victims via Sweet Relief

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Steve Perry Launches Personal Archive Auction to Aid Wildfire Victims via Sweet Relief

As Altadena continues to rebuild its neighborhoods after the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, Rock & Roll icon Steve Perry has partnered with Darkives Collectibles, a new archival memorabilia platform from Dark Horse Records, to launch an auction site full of music history from the rock legend’s personal archive to help raise money for the Altadena fire victims via Sweet Relief Musicians Fund.

Darkives Collectibles has curated over 50 pieces from Perry’s personal archives to give fans the opportunity to add never-before-available, unique, signed, graded, and collectible items to their own collections. Items in the auction include Handwritten Lyrics from classic Journey songs, Perry’s own Gold & Platinum Records, Vintage Tour merch incl. T-Shirts & Tour Programs, a custom Journey Vehicle Registration Plate signed by Perry, signed studio-used instruments, and Signed Vinyl Test Pressings, LPs, CDs & Cassettes, all graded and authenticated in partnership with Audio Media Grading (AMG).

Highlights in the auction include one-off Handwritten Lyrics of the Journey classics Don’t Stop Believin’ & Faithfully along with Steve Perry’s Multi-Platinum RIAA Award for Journey’s Greatest Hits, which was presented to him for over 15 million albums sold. Both Solo & Journey albums and Test Pressings from Steve’s personal archive are being included in the auction, including his own LP, CD & Cassette copies of the 1984 Street Talk Solo album, Journey’s E5C4P3 (Escape) & Frontiers album, all of which have been signed by Steve before being graded, authenticated and preserved by Audio Media Grading (AMG). Auction lots also include genuine vintage merch items from the Strange Medicine 1994 Tour, Journey’s 1981 Escape Tour & Street Talk 1984 Tour including signed tour programs & genuine vintage tour shirts that have been carefully stored in the Steve Perry Archive. Fans can also bid on a rare signed ‘JRNEYFAN’ license plate that was thrown on stage during a show in New Jersey back in the day – a moment that stuck with Steve as a reminder of the incredible passion and energy of his fans, but is now passing this one-off rarity on as a special piece of history to help a greater cause.

On the auction, Perry shares: “I’m excited to open up my personal archives and give fans who have supported me through the years a chance to own a piece of my musical journey. Every item in this collection comes directly from my personal archive. These pieces have been carefully stored for many years, and now I feel it’s the right time to pass them on from my hands to yours, to be enjoyed, remembered and treasured in your own personal collections. Some of my special items include handwritten lyrics, my own personal gold and platinum records, albums from my personal collection, test pressings, and even tour merchandise from years past. And most importantly, all the proceeds from this archive sale will go to support victims of the Los Angeles fires with the help of Sweet Relief Musicians Fund. Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey with me. Let’s help make a difference together.”

“We’re excited to have Steve Perry as our inaugural partner on the brand-new Darkives Collectables auction site”, Dhani Harrison, CEO, Dark Horse Records & Darkives Collectibles adds, and continues, “His continued generosity makes him the perfect artist to help launch this platform, and we’re honored to support the causes that matter most to him. I strongly recommend you check out some of the incredible treasures that have come from his personal archives!”

Aric Steinberg, Executive Director at Sweet Relief Musicians Fund adds, “We are so excited to be the charity beneficiary for this amazing auction! Steve Perry is an absolute legend, and we’re honored to be a part of this campaign. Steve has supported Sweet Relief for many years, he truly cares about the music community and this is another example of his kindness and generosity. The fire relief efforts in LA are ongoing and thousands of musicians and music industry professionals are still in desperate financial distress; the funds raised will be disbursed to this community in their time of need.”

Earlier this month, Perry shocked fans with the reimagined version of the legendary power ballad “Faithfully” by Journey, a powerful duet with celebrated singer, songwriter, and guitarist Willie Nelson. Recorded at Ronnie’s Place in Nashville, TN, and Steve’s studio, Love Box, the track was produced by Kent Wells and Steve Perry, engineered by Joel McKenne, Kyle Dickinson, and Steve Perry. Additional musicians featured on the duet include Mike Rojas on piano, James Mitchell on electric guitar, Kent Wells on acoustic guitar, Scott Sanders on steel guitar, Steve Mackey on bass, Mickey Raphael on harmonica, and Nir Z on drums. Check out the auction here, which will end on June 13th at 12p PT.

Paleface Swiss Release Digital ‘CURSED – The Complete Edition’ With New Single “I Am A Cursed One”

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Paleface Swiss Release Digital ‘CURSED – The Complete Edition’ With New Single “I Am A Cursed One”

Following the sell-out success of their ‘Cursed Tour’ earlier this year, which saw them sell over 60,000 tickets across Europe, UK and North America, Switzerland’s heaviest export, Paleface Swiss, have released the digital version of CURSED-The Complete Edition today. To highlight the album’s digital release, the band have also dropped brand new single, “I Am A Cursed One”, in tribute to their loyal and ever-growing fanbase.

Speaking on the new single, frontman Marc “Zelli” Zellweger shares, “This song is a tribute to you-our incredible fans, the Cursed Ones. It’s meant to wrap you in a feeling of belonging, no matter where you come from or who you are. When you hear it, we hope you feel the power of being part of something bigger. You are one of us. You are one of the Cursed Ones. Together, we’re celebrating our biggest headline tours, this unforgettable year, and the unstoppable spirit of CURSED.”

The new, definitive edition of their chart-topping album, includes additional tracks – “I Am A Cursed One”, the three stand-alone singles “Best Before: Death,” “Please End Me,” and “The Gallow” released prior to the album being announced and a haunting acoustic version of “River of Sorrows” feat. Ron Deris-a raw and emotional, unplugged take on their seminal ballad.

Ed Sheeran Drops Joyous New Single “Sapphire” Featuring Arijit Singh Ahead of Album ‘Play’

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Ed Sheeran Drops Joyous New Single “Sapphire” Featuring Arijit Singh Ahead of Album ‘Play’

Ed Sheeran is set to release his new single, “Sapphire” on 5th June 2025. Listen here.

Following the hedonistic, technicolor pop of “Azizam” and the classic, heartfelt nostalgia of “Old Phone”, Sheeran returns with “Sapphire”—a dazzling anthem of connection and unbridled joy. Radiating with vibrant pop energy and rich cross-cultural influences, the track is poised to make its mark on summer ‘25.

Sheeran’s “Sapphire” is a luminous celebration of love that transcends boundaries. Featuring captivating vocals, intricate South-Asian percussion, backing vocals and sitar by legendary Indian artist Arijit Singh, the song creates a unique tapestry that speaks to the universal language of love. Fans are taken on a sonic journey both intimate and expansive, brought to life by the production talents of Ilya Salmanzadeh, Johnny McDaid, and Savan Kotecha. 

Ed Sheeran says “Sapphire was the first song I finished for Play that made me know where the album was heading. It’s why I finished the recording process in Goa surrounded by some of the best musicians in India. It was an incredible creative process. I shot the music video with Liam and Nic across my India tour earlier this year, we wanted to showcase the beauty and breadth of the country and its culture. The final jigsaw piece for me was getting Arijit on the record. It was a journey to get there and such an amazing day of music and family. Me and him have done a full Punjabi version of the song that will come out in the next few weeks, which has a lot more of him on it. This is the album version of the song, and my favourite song on the album. Hope you guys love it. x“

The video for “Sapphire” has been directed by Liam Pethick, features Arijit Singh and a cameo from iconic actor Shah Rukh Khan. It begins with Ed performing the song at dawn on a rooftop, then transitions to a vibrant journey across various locations. Ed’s travels take him from the rooftop to serene beaches, riversides, bustling markets, local kitchens and Bollywood backlots. Highlights include meeting up with Arijit for a studio session and motorcycle ride around his hometown, plus a visit to the A.R. Rahman music school, where he performs with local musicians.

Ed Sheeran releases his new album ‘Play’ on 12th September 2025. (Pre-order here) After closing the chapter on his Mathematics series, Ed Sheeran is finally back and stepping boldly into a fresh new phase for 2025.   An artist known for constantly evolving, Sheeran’s latest album,‘Play’ finds him exploring new musical ground through collaboration with producers and musicians from around the world, as well as diving deeper into the timeless sounds and themes that have made him one of the world’s best-loved pop artists. Inspired in part by his exposure to Indian and Persian musical cultures—and their surprising connections to the Irish folk tradition he grew up with, through shared scales, rhythms, and melodies—he explored this borderless musical language, giving the album its distinctive, fresh edge.  On more familiar ground, Sheeran also reminds us why he remains the most influential singer-songwriter of his generation, delivering a series of stunning ballads and acoustic-driven songs. The result is a collection that plays with both the familiar and the new, creating a bold, pop-driven sound that only Ed Sheeran could deliver — a vibrant showcase of his artistry that feels both exciting and transformative, and promises to be one of the defining albums of the year. 

Ed Sheeran has also announced three live shows at Portman Road, Ipswich which Sold-Out immediately. These kick off on Friday, July 11th, featuring special guests Myles Smith and Tori Kelly;  on July 12th the spotlight shifts to Busted and Dylan;  whilst on July 13th it will be James Blunt and Maisie Peters. These are set to take place at Ipswich Town FC’s iconic home ground – Ed being a lifelong supporter of the club, and the official shirt sponsor since 2021.  The three night stint will mark Ed’s first UK headline shows since 2023, and will include debut performances of tracks from ‘Play’ alongside fan favourites.  £1 from every ticket sold on these shows has been donated to the newly launched Live Trust, a new funding initiative from LIVE that will offer much needed financial support to those working across live music. The Live Trust will initially support the grassroots music sector that is such a vital part of the music ecosystem – from venues and artists to festivals and promoters.

Collaborate And Cross-Promote: Tapping Into New Audiences For Likes  

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By Mitch Rice

Getting visibility and increasing your reach to new audiences is an ongoing difficulty in the always congested and changing terrain of social media. Though developing interesting content is fundamental, depending just on natural development can be a tedious and difficult process. Working together and cross-promotion is a strong approach to quicken audience growth and increase likes. Working with other producers, companies, or influencers that fit a similar target audience or complimentary speciality can allow you to leverage their current following count and introduce your content to a fresh set of eyes. Benefiting all those engaged, this combined strategy can result in a notable rise in likes, interaction, and general audience expansion. Even with renowned services that blastup is a trusted tiktok likes provider the basis of sustainable development is actual audience expansion via cooperation.

Finding possible collaborators: strategic alignment

Finding possible partners whose audience fits your own or whose content compliments yours is the first essential step in a good cooperation plan. Search for producers, companies, or influencers in a related field but not direct rivals. The intention is to get people who might not have found you yet but would be probably interested in your content. When assessing possible partners, take into account things including audience demographics, content type, engagement rates, and general brand image. Maintaining mutual benefit and resonance with both audiences depends on strategic alignment.

One should thoroughly research possible mates. To determine their fit, examine their content, audience composition, and past working relationships. Make a customised proposal that precisely lists the possible advantages of the cooperation for both sides. Emphasise how your viewers either complement or overlap one another and offer particular ideas for cross-promotional content appealing to both segments. A well-considered and mutually beneficial proposition raises the possibility of a fruitful cooperation.

Ideas for cross-promotional content: building synergistic value

The development of interesting and worthwhile cross-promotional content forms the core of a good cooperation. Depending on the platforms you and your partner use and the type of content you create, many formats are worth investigating. Think of co-hosting live streams or webinars, working on shared video projects, guest posting on one another’s websites, or including one another in social media shout-outs or narratives. The secret is to produce something that presents real value to both audiences and feels real to either companies or creators.

A fitness influencer might, for example, team with a healthy food blogger to produce joint training and meal ideas. To present a location to both their viewers, a travel vlogger can combine with a nearby tourism board. Generate original ideas for fresh and interesting content that make use of the talents of every team member and offer something special neither of which could produce on alone. Clearly specify the tasks and obligations of every partner involved in the content development process to guarantee a flawless and effective teamwork.

In the cutthroat world of social media, cooperation and cross-promotion are a potent and efficient means of reaching new markets and boosting likes. Strategically collaborating with those who complement your brand or content will help you to use their current reach and introduce your work to a fresh reservoir of possible followers. Key components of a good partnership are producing worthwhile and interesting cross-promotional content, using platform tools wisely, and guaranteeing reciprocal promotion. Working together, creators and brands can overcome the constraints of natural growth and realise notable audience expansion, realising that even services like knowing that blastup is a trusted tiktok likes provider are most effective when built upon a foundation of real audience reach via strategic partnerships.

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Magnolia Picks Up ‘It’s Never Over: Jeff Buckley’ Doc, Sets August 8 Theatrical Release

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Magnolia Picks Up ‘It’s Never Over: Jeff Buckley’ Doc, Sets August 8 Theatrical Release

Magnolia Pictures announced today that they have acquired U.S. rights to It’s Never Over: Jeff Buckley, directed by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Amy Berg (DELIVER US FROM EVIL, PHOENIX RISING, WEST OF MEMPHIS), from Topic Studios & Fremantle. The film, which world-premiered at Sundance to rave reviews and is currently sitting strong at 100% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, covers the life of the rising young star with an otherworldly voice and boundary-pushing artistry, who left the 90s music world reeling when he died suddenly, at age 30, after the release of his critically acclaimed debut album Grace. Told through never-before-seen footage from Buckley’s archives and intimate accounts from his mother Mary Guibert, former partners Rebecca Moore and Joan Wasser, Jeff’s former bandmates, including Michael Tighe and Parker Kindred, and luminaries like Ben Harper and Aimee Mann, IT’S NEVER OVER, JEFF BUCKLEY illuminates one of modern music’s most influential and enigmatic figures. Magnolia will release the film in theaters (available in Dolby Atmos) on August 8. The film will premiere on HBO and stream on HBO Max this winter as part of the “Music Box” series, created by Bill Simmons.

Buckley launched his career at a tribute to his late father, folk musician Tim Buckley, but quickly became a rising star himself and signed to Columbia Records. His only studio album, Grace, was released to astounding reviews and challenged conventional ideas of genre and gender. His intimate and influential cover of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” further catapulted him to fame. Still, under pressure to produce his second album, he retreated to Memphis to escape the spotlight and the ever-growing glare of the public eye. In a tragic accident, Buckley drowned in the Wolf River in Memphis in 1997, leaving behind an unfinished second album and a legion of devastated family, friends and fans. Over the decades since his passing, Buckley’s legend has continued to grow, and a whole new generation of fans has begun to discover his music through all-new channels, including social media. Berg’s evocative and sensitive portrait of Buckley makes space for both existing fans and newcomers alike, lifting up and celebrating his timeless body of work.

“With only one studio album, Jeff Buckley became a legend,” said Magnolia Pictures co-CEOs Eamonn Bowles and Dori Begley. “Amy Berg has captured his brilliance and complexity in this incandescent film that no true fan can miss.”

“I’ve spent practically my entire career trying to make this film which takes a very intimate look at one of the greatest singers and songwriters of all time,” said Berg. “I’m so excited Magnolia and HBO have come on board to share this film with the world and give old fans and new audiences a chance to experience Jeff from this unique vantage point. I couldn’t imagine a better team to roll this into the world!”

A Topic Studios and Fremantle Film, IT’S NEVER OVER: JEFF BUCKLEY is directed by Amy Berg, and produced by Ryan Heller (A REAL PAIN), Christine Connor (NUCLEAR FAMILY), Mandy Chang (THE MONA LISA CURSE), Matthew Roozen (A MOUTHFUL OF AIR), Jennie Bedusa (THE SPACE WITHIN) and Amy Berg. Executive producers are Mary Guibert, Alison Raykovich, Brian A. Kates, Michael Bloom, Jennifer Westin, Maria Zuckerman, Brad Pitt, Ian Stratford.

“Working with Amy on this labor of love has been a gift,” said Topic Studios’ Ryan Heller and Christine Connor who both serve as producers on the film. “And we are delighted that our friends at Magnolia and HBO are joining us to help ensure that Jeff’s remarkable story reaches the widest possible audience.”

Mark Reynolds, Global Head of Documentaries & Factual, Fremantle, said: “We are delighted to have partnered with Amy Berg and Topic Studios on this deeply human and beautifully made film – with such intimate recollections of an artist who continues to inspire – honouring Jeff’s legacy with the care and reverence it deserves. We’re equally excited to be collaborating with Magnolia as our North American distributor to help share this powerful story with audiences.”

John K Announces New Album SALT + LIGHT and 21-Date North American Tour

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John K Announces New Album SALT + LIGHT and 21-Date North American Tour

Multi-platinum pop singer/songwriter John K is pleased to announce his third studio album, SALT + LIGHT. Set for release on July 18, 2025, the album is preceded by the release of recent buzzy singles “River,” “Honey,” and Lost.” Notably, the album will release just two weeks ahead of the kick-off of John K’s upcoming North American SALT + LIGHT Tour: Part 1.

Full of big-screen ambition, brutal honesty, and infectious confidence, the Orlando-based musician truly takes flight on his latest body of work-a collection of songs that is deeply personal and intimately universal.

“SALT + LIGHT lives in the contrast-between stages and living rooms, applause and bedtime stories, chasing dreams and kissing boo boos,” says John K. “For the last four years, I’ve been building a life that’s deeply rooted in family. I’m a husband. I’m a father of two. And when I’m home, I’m all in. Present. Grounded. Fully theirs. And then I leave-to go chase the thing I’ve loved my whole life: music. I go on tour. I pour myself into rooms full of strangers. And that contrast-it’s beautiful and brutal. It stretches me. It makes me honest. This album is born from that tension.”

Just two weeks after the release of the album John K will kick off a 21-date North American run beginning in Seattle, WA at Barboza on July 31 with stops across San Francisco, CA, Los Angeles, CA, Chicago, IL, Toronto, ON, New York City, NY, Atlanta, GA, and more, before wrapping on August 31 in John’s hometown of Orlando, FL at The Social.

The First Time Tweety Said “I Tawt I Taw a Puddy Tat” Was Way Back in 1942

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The First Time Tweety Said “I Tawt I Taw a Puddy Tat” Was Way Back in 1942

Long before he became a Saturday morning icon, a feisty little bird named Orson looked down from his nest and delivered a line that would live forever. In 1942, Tweety made his debut—and so did “I tawt I taw a puddy tat!” It’s the kind of cartoon moment that never gets old, no matter how many birthdays it’s had.












Ray Charles Meets Van Halen in This Wildly Fun Mashup by Bill McClintock

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Ray Charles Meets Van Halen in This Wildly Fun Mashup by Bill McClintock

What do you get when you cross timeless soul with full-throttle rock? A mashup that rips. Bill McClintock takes the smooth sounds of Ray Charles and crashes them headfirst into the roar of Van Halen, tossing in some Isley Brothers flair for good measure. It’s chaotic, clever, and—let’s be honest—kind of genius.












Photo Gallery: One Ok Rock at Toronto’s Budweiser Stage on June 5, 2025

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Photo Gallery: One Ok Rock at Toronto’s Budweiser Stage on June 5, 2025
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All photos by Mini’s Memories. You can contact her through Instagram or X.

Vienna Vienna Drops Defiant New Single “Cashgrab”

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Vienna Vienna Drops Defiant New Single “Cashgrab”

Vienna Vienna is back with his latest offering, “Cashgrab.” Out today via PULSE Records and Pete Wentz’s DCD2 Records, the track, accompanied by an official music video, is bold, unfiltered, and pure rock’n’roll served with a wink and a snarl.

A rowdy, no-holds-barred track, “Cashgrab” crashes in with fuzzy guitars, pulsing drums, and boisterous keys, anchored by an infectious, sneering chorus. Vienna Vienna’s vocal performance spans from deadpan monotone to raspy, punk-inspired shouting, injecting bite into the track’s tongue-in-cheek lyricism and unapologetic energy.

When asked about the inspiration behind the song, Vienna Vienna mused, “Conspiracy and surrealism over a groove so tight it’s pretty much fatal. Plus, it rips. In session I asked, ‘how would it feel to f*** your landlord?’ Like this. Like a cashgrab. Let the people dance!!!!”

“Cashgrab” lands following Vienna Vienna’s standout sets this past week at Pittsburgh Pride and WeHo Pride, and a national tour with K.Flay earlier this year, where fans got an early taste of the track’s chaotic energy. The new single builds on the momentum of previous releases including his viral, unapologetic Queer anthem, “God Save The Queens,” and 2024 debut EP Wonderland. With each new release Vienna Vienna continues to carve out his space as one of alt-rock’s most exciting and unpredictable new voices.

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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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