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Van Halen Reignite ‘5150’ With Expanded 40th Anniversary Edition

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Mar 16, 2026

Van Halen Reignite ‘5150’ With Expanded 40th Anniversary Edition

Van Halen are revisiting a defining era with the expanded 40th anniversary edition of ‘5150’, arriving March 27 via Rhino Records. The release marks a major milestone for the band’s first album with Sammy Hagar, a record that delivered their first No. 1 in the U.S. and reshaped their sound in the mid-80s.

The collection brings the original album back with a fresh remaster sourced directly from the original tapes and overseen by longtime engineer Donn Landee. It also expands the era with more than 90 minutes of previously unreleased live recordings from the band’s 1986 show in New Haven. A high-definition version of “Live Without a Net” is included on Blu-ray, capturing the band in full stride during that run.

A newly restored live performance of “Why Can’t This Be Love” offers an early look at the set, highlighting the energy that defined this chapter of the band’s evolution. The reissue lands with both historical weight and renewed impact, reinforcing ‘5150’ as a key moment in Van Halen’s catalog.

Vans Warped Tour Reveal Massive Orlando Lineup For 2026 Finale

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Mar 16, 2026

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Vans Warped Tour Reveal Massive Orlando Lineup For 2026 Finale

Vans Warped Tour are closing out 2026 with a lineup that spans generations and scenes. The Orlando finale lands November 14 and 15 at the Central Florida Fairgrounds, bringing together more than 100 acts across punk, emo, alternative, hip-hop and beyond. This is the full-scale version of Warped Tour, built on volume, variety and community.

The lineup runs deep. Veterans like Jimmy Eat World, Third Eye Blind, Taking Back Sunday, Simple Plan, New Found Glory, Silverstein and The Used sit alongside heavy hitters including Dropkick Murphys, Flogging Molly, Thrice and Insane Clown Posse. At the same time, rising names like Teen Jesus And The Jean Teasers, The Wrecks and Honey Revenge push the next wave forward. The mix hits hard across styles, from pop-punk to metalcore to alt-pop.

Warped Tour keeps its identity intact by listing the lineup alphabetically, putting the focus on the shared experience rather than billing order. With skate culture, live music and fan-driven energy all colliding, the Orlando weekend stands as a full sendoff for 2026.

Full Lineup:
3OH!3
Alexisonfire
Allison
Anthony Green & The Boom Done Band
Arm’s Length
Atmosphere
Bad Cop Bad Cop
Bayside
Beauty School Dropout
Ben Quad
Big Ass Truck I.E.
Boston Manor
Bowling For Soup
Brayton
Breathe Carolina
Broadside
Bryce Vine
Capstan
Carolesdaughter
Cartel
Citizen
Clique
Codefendants
Counterparts
Daisy Grenade
Dance Gavin Dance
Deathbyromy
Division Minuscula
Doobie
Drain
Drop Dead, Gorgeous
Dropkick Murphys
Dying Wish – Elijah
Emery
Emmure
Family Force 5
Fieldhockey
Fireworks
Fit For A King
Flogging Molly
Fox Lake
Free Throw
From First To Last
Games We Play
Gang!
Garbagebarbie
Gideon
Girlfriends
Glassjaw
Good Terms
Grandson
Hawthorne Heights
Haywire
Holy Wars
Holywatr
Honey Revenge
Hoobastank
Hot Chelle Rae
Hot Milk
Hot Mulligan
I Set My Friends On Fire
Iann Dior
Initiate
Insane Clown Posse
Jimmy Eat World
John Harvie
Just Surrender
Jutes
KennyHoopla
Lakeview
Losers Club
Madball
Makari
Marianas Trench
Maybsomeday
Maylene And The Sons Of Disaster
Millington
Motion City Soundtrack
Mxpx
New Found Glory
Niis
Norma Jean
Origami Angel
Oxymorrons
Pain Of Truth
People R Ugly
Phantom Planet
Rain City Drive
Raue
Rosecoloredworld
Sace 6
Saint Blonde
Save Ferris
Scarlet House
Scary Kids Scaring Kids
Senses
Set It Off
Set Your Goals
Silly Goose
Silverstein
Simple Plan
Sitting On Saturn
Slay Squad
Sleeping With Sirens
South Arcade
Stand Atlantic
Suicide Silence
Sunami
Super Sometimes
Taking Back Sunday
Teen Jesus And The Jean Teasers
Teen Mortgage
The Cab
The Early November
The Paradox
The Starting Line
The Summer Set
The Used
The Wrecks
Third Eye Blind
Thousand Below
Thrice
Tillie
Trxvis
Upon A Burning Body
Vana
Vienna Vienna
Wesghost
Wolves Of Glendale

Alt Pop Newcomer Ellie Allen Confronts Toxic Love On Club-Ready “LOVEBOMB”

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Mar 16, 2026

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Alt Pop Newcomer Ellie Allen Confronts Toxic Love On Club-Ready “LOVEBOMB”

Alt pop newcomer Ellie Allen is stepping forward with intent on “LOVEBOMB,” a sharp, club-driven single that pushes emotional honesty to the front. Built on pulsing synths, heavy basslines and a relentless four-on-the-floor rhythm, the track turns a familiar experience into something direct and unapologetic.

“LOVEBOMB” taps into the cycle of intense, short-lived relationships driven by manipulation and mixed signals. Allen leans into that tension, balancing vulnerability with a confident edge that gives the track its bite. The production hits hard, and her vocal delivery carries both control and urgency. The song lands with attitude and a clear sense of identity.

The self-directed video extends that vision. Instead of following a predictable narrative, Allen builds a colder, more abstract visual that mirrors emotional instability and internal conflict. With only a handful of releases so far, she is already carving out a distinct space, using sharp writing and bold production choices to define her voice.

BBC Archive Time Capsule Shows 1986 Kids Predicting A Future That Feels VERY Familiar

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Mar 16, 2026

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BBC Archive Time Capsule Shows 1986 Kids Predicting A Future That Feels VERY Familiar

A resurfaced clip from BBC Archive’s Tomorrow’s World is drawing attention for how close it lands to reality. In the 1986 segment, children were asked to imagine life in 2020. Their answers touch on automation, job loss, global tension and a world shaped by technology. Decades later, those ideas don’t feel distant. They feel current.

What stands out is the clarity in their voices. The predictions are simple, direct and often unsettlingly accurate. Some speak about computers replacing jobs, others about a world losing its sense of fun or facing widespread conflict. The clip moves beyond nostalgia. It lands as a reminder that the future has always been shaped by the same questions, just seen through different generations.

International Songwriters Day Song Contest Returns With “Inspiration” Theme

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Mar 16, 2026

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International Songwriters Day Song Contest Returns With “Inspiration” Theme

The International Songwriters Day Song Contest is back for its seventh year, inviting songwriters around the world to celebrate the craft of songwriting ahead of International Songwriters Day.

This year’s theme, “Inspiration,” encourages submissions that explore hope, redemption, new beginnings and second chances. Songwriters of all experience levels are welcome to enter original songs, indie music videos and lyrics or poems that capture the spirit of the theme.

Judging places a strong emphasis on originality, melody and lyrics rather than production or performance, highlighting the power of songwriting at its core. Entries will be reviewed by a panel of respected industry professionals with decades of experience and a shared appreciation for great songs.

Categories include Song, Indie Music Video for artists not signed to a major label and Lyric or Poem.

Previously recognized as a Top 10 contest by Music Connection, the competition continues to spotlight exceptional songwriting talent from around the globe.

Deadline: April 2, 2026. Winners will be announced on International Songwriters Day April 9, 2026.

Enter now: https://filmfreeway.com/InternationalSongwritersDaySongContest

Chris Young Brings “Famous Friends” Bar Concept To Life In Nashvill

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Mar 16, 2026

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Chris Young Brings “Famous Friends” Bar Concept To Life In Nashvill

Country hitmaker Chris Young is expanding his footprint with a new venture rooted in personal history. The multi-platinum singer is preparing to open “Famous Friends,” a Nashville bar inspired by his No. 1 hit with Kane Brown. Located on Demonbreun Street, the venue places Young right back in a neighborhood that helped shape his early career.

The concept is direct and intentional. “Famous Friends” is designed as a shotgun-style sports bar, long and narrow, built for atmosphere and connection. Young describes it as a laid-back space where music and sports meet, with room for everything from game nights to industry celebrations. The idea has been years in the making, now taking shape as a passion project with real meaning behind it.

Demonbreun Street carries deep memories for Young, from songwriting sessions to late nights with fellow musicians like Shay Mooney. That history runs through the foundation of the bar, shaping a space meant to feel familiar and welcoming. The goal is simple, a place where people can show up, enjoy the moment and stay awhile. As the venue nears completion, Young continues to build momentum on the charts with “Till The Last One Dies” climbing into the Top 20.

Country Storyteller Stephen Wilson Jr Unveils “Gary” Video Starring Screen Icon Gary Sinise

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Mar 16, 2026

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Country Storyteller Stephen Wilson Jr Unveils “Gary” Video Starring Screen Icon Gary Sinise

Country storyteller Stephen Wilson Jr continues his rise with the release of the “Gary” video, a deeply personal visual anchored by a powerful performance from Gary Sinise. Directed by Tim Cofield, the video brings emotional weight to a song inspired by a real-life roadside memorial that left a lasting impression on Wilson Jr.

“Gary” stands as one of Wilson Jr’s most affecting songs to date. Built around themes of loss, memory and quiet resilience, the track carries a grounded, narrative-driven approach that cuts through with authenticity. The video mirrors that tone, blending performance with symbolic storytelling that keeps the focus on the song’s emotional core.

Sinise brings a steady presence to the screen, adding depth to a story rooted in real experience. “I heard Stephen’s song and loved it,” he said. “He’s got a great team, a great song and it was a blast to work with them.” The release follows Wilson Jr’s acclaimed debut ‘Søn of Dad’ and arrives as his sold-out “Gary The Torch Tour” continues, with more dates on the way.

NEEDTOBREATHE Announce “The Long Surrender Tour” Across North America

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Mar 16, 2026

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NEEDTOBREATHE Announce “The Long Surrender Tour” Across North America

Alt rock favorites NEEDTOBREATHE are taking their next chapter to the stage. The group has announced “The Long Surrender Tour,” a 25-date run launching August 12 in Maryland Heights, Missouri. The tour arrives alongside their upcoming album ‘The Long Surrender’, out March 27, continuing a career that has consistently translated studio work into powerful live performances.

The amphitheater run stretches across North America with stops in Los Angeles, Chicago, Austin and a return to Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Drew and Ellie Holcomb join the tour, bringing their indie-folk dynamic to a lineup built on longtime creative connection. The new material carries a broader sonic palette, shaped by producer David Cobb and rooted in the band’s evolving songwriting approach. The songs land with energy and depth, built for the stage.

Tickets go on sale March 20, following a series of presales beginning March 16. More dates will be announced in the coming months as the tour expands.

The Long Surrender Tour Dates:
8/12: Maryland Heights, MO – Saint Louis Music Park
8/14: Dillon, CO – Lake Dillon Amphitheatre
8/15: Sandy, UT – Sandy City Amphitheater
8/16: Sandy, UT – Sandy City Amphphitheater
8/18: Los Angeles, CA – Greek Theatre
8/20: Bend, OR – Hayden Homes Amphitheater
8/21: Seattle, WA – Marymoor Amphitheater
8/22: Airway Heights, WA – Northern Quest Resort & Casino – BECU Live
8/23: Bonner, MT – KettleHouse Amphitheater
8/25: Moorhead, MN – Bluestem Amphitheater
8/27: Chicago, IL – The Salt Shed – The Shed
8/28: Cleveland, OH – Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica
8/29: Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheater
8/30: Rochester Hills, MI – Meadow Brook Amphitheatre
9/05: Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
9/06: Charleston, SC – Firefly Distillery
9/09: Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
9/10: Rogers, AR – Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion
9/11: Brandon, MS – Brandon Amphitheater
9/12: Austin, TX – Moody Amphitheater
9/14: Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
9/17: Franklin, TN – FirstBank Amphitheater
9/18: Birmingham, AL – Coca Cola Amphitheater
9/19: Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
9/20: Greenville, SC – Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Jay Luke Confronts The Past On Cinematic “Malice In Wonderland” Video

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Mar 16, 2026

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Jay Luke Confronts The Past On Cinematic “Malice In Wonderland” Video

Jay Luke returns with purpose on “Malice In Wonderland,” unveiling a cinematic new video that carries real emotional weight. The single arrives as a defining moment in his catalog, pairing raw performance with a deeper narrative about self-reflection and change.

The track digs into personal reckoning. “Malice In Wonderland” centers on confronting who you were and deciding what comes next. Luke’s vocal delivery pushes that tension forward, backed by a gritty rock foundation that gives the song its edge. The video, created with Camp Rattler, mirrors that message through symbolic visuals that amplify the song’s core idea.

The road to completion was anything but smooth. Production halted after a serious family emergency, followed by multiple setbacks including a fire that destroyed Camp Rattler’s headquarters. The team regrouped and finished the project across multiple locations, including Chestnut Street Tavern. Luke’s niece Dahlia appears in the video and contributes a spoken-word moment that adds another layer of intensity. The final result stands as a testament to persistence, with the release turning real adversity into something powerful.

Country Hitmakers Carly Pearce And Riley Green Ignite Tension On “If I Don’t Leave I’m Gonna Stay”

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Mar 16, 2026

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Country Hitmakers Carly Pearce And Riley Green Ignite Tension On “If I Don’t Leave I’m Gonna Stay”

Country hitmakers Carly Pearce and Riley Green join forces on “If I Don’t Leave I’m Gonna Stay,” a slow-burning duet that leans into tension, chemistry and hard decisions. The track is out now alongside its official video, marking another strong entry in Pearce’s current run of new music.

The song locks into a late-night mood. Two voices circle each other, caught between walking away and giving in one more time. Pearce and Green deliver lived-in performances that carry weight without overplaying the moment. The restrained production, co-produced by Pearce and Ben West, keeps the focus on the pull between them. The track lands with emotional intensity and undeniable vocal chemistry.

Directed by Wes Edwards, the video brings that push and pull to life on screen. It follows the pair through a night filled with unresolved choices, leaving the ending open. “Collaborating with artists I’m a fan of is one of my favorite things to do,” Pearce said. Green added that the harmonies felt unique from the start. The release continues Pearce’s current stretch of new material as she builds toward her next album.