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Oliver Stone’s ‘The Doors’ Receives Upgraded 4K Blu-ray Steelbook Release

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Oliver Stone’s ‘The Doors’ Receives Upgraded 4K Blu-ray Steelbook Release

Lionsgate Sets February Release For ‘The Doors’ 4K Ultra HD Steelbook

Oliver Stone, Val Kilmer, Meg Ryan, Kyle MacLachlan, Lionsgate, Akiko Stehrenberger, Jim Morrison, The Doors, 4K Ultra HD

Lionsgate has opened preorders for a new 4K Ultra HD Steelbook edition of Oliver Stone’s 1991 biopic ‘The Doors’, scheduled for release on February 17, 2026. This edition features the theatrical cut of the film, which Stone now considers the definitive version, presented in 4K with Dolby Vision and English Dolby Atmos audio. The release includes collectible Steelbook art by Akiko Stehrenberger, described as a hallucinogenic tribute to Jim Morrison, and an interactive slipcase design. The film stars Val Kilmer as the mercurial lead singer alongside Meg Ryan, Kyle MacLachlan, Kevin Dillon, and Frank Whaley, chronicling the band’s rise in Los Angeles and Morrison’s eventual decline.

This 4K upgrade introduces several exclusive “Lionsgate Limited Extras,” including a new director’s introduction by Oliver Stone and the featurette “Val, Oliver & Jim: The Making of Morrison.” Additionally, the set features brand-new conversations with Val Kilmer’s children, Jack and Mercedes Kilmer, along with footage never previously released. These new segments are paired with a comprehensive library of legacy special features, such as the documentary ‘The Doors: The Road of Excess’, fourteen deleted scenes, and various featurettes exploring the band’s history in Los Angeles and Morrison’s time in Paris. The two-disc set also includes an audio commentary by Stone and interviews with the original production team.

Available for a suggested retail price of $44.99, with current preorders listed at $34.99, the release is part of Lionsgate’s ongoing commitment to high-quality catalog restorations. The 100GB 4K disc is region-free, while the included Blu-ray is locked to Region A. The package aims to capture the sound and spectacle of the late-1960s rock scene through modern technical specifications. Fans can secure their copies now through the Lionsgate webstore to ensure delivery around the February street date.

Noah Kahan To Headline Exclusive SiriusXM And Pandora Concert At The Warfield

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Noah Kahan To Headline Exclusive SiriusXM And Pandora Concert At The Warfield

Grammy-nominated superstar Noah Kahan will kick off football’s biggest weekend with an exclusive concert for SiriusXM and Pandora on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at The Warfield in San Francisco. The intimate performance will feature the acclaimed singer-songwriter playing hits from his quadruple-platinum breakout album ‘Stick Season’, including fan favorites like “Dial Drunk,” “Northern Attitude,” and “You’re Gonna Go Far.” Kahan has also teased the inclusion of new music from his highly anticipated forthcoming album, which he recently confirmed is finished and “coming soon.” Fans can enter for a chance to win tickets or a VIP trip to the concert through the official SiriusXM website until January 25, 2026.

For those unable to attend in person, the performance will air in its entirety on SiriusXM’s Alt Nation (channel 36) on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 8:00 pm ET. Select tracks from the set will also be broadcast across other SiriusXM channels, including Hits 1, The Pulse, Coffee House, and The Spectrum. This special event is part of a series of high-profile activations surrounding the big game in the Bay Area and marks Kahan’s continued momentum following a massive 2025 world tour. Kahan expressed his excitement for the show, noting the iconic status of The Warfield and the opportunity to share a unique moment with his fans just before the championship game.

Noise Pop Festival Unveils Phase 3 Lineup For 33rd Annual Celebration

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Noise Pop Festival Unveils Phase 3 Lineup For 33rd Annual Celebration

Hometown festival organizers at Noise Pop Industries have announced the Phase 3 lineup additions for the Noise Pop Festival’s 33rd annual edition, returning February 19 to March 1, 2026. Now featuring more than 90 artists across 15 of San Francisco’s most popular venues, the festival continues its mission of championing independent music while honoring the city’s rich history. Notable Phase 3 additions include the solo projects of Southern California underground creators Puzzle and Enjoy (members of The Garden), the return of coldwave duo Black Marble, and a headline performance by Bay Area hip-hop icon Lyrics Born. Additional highlights include a special 3rd-anniversary show for the venue Kilowatt featuring Death Valley Girls and a newly added second night for The Pains of Being Pure at Heart due to overwhelming demand.

Phase 3 also places a significant spotlight on Bottom of the Hill, the festival’s founding venue, which recently announced plans to close at the end of 2026. This year’s event serves as a farewell tribute to the iconic space, featuring performances from Illuminati Hotties, J. Robbins playing Burning Airlines, Carpool Tunnel, and Hot Flash Heat Wave. In a rare full-circle moment, the 90s indie act P.E.E. will return to the stage for the first time since 2010 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their debut album on a co-bill with fellow Bay Area veterans Nuzzle. To further honor the venue’s legacy, the festival has launched “Noise Pop Photography: A Tribute to Bottom of the Hill,” a group exhibition featuring three decades of live music photography that debuted this week at Hi Hat.

Noise Pop Festival 2026 represents one of the West Coast’s longest-running independent celebrations, bringing together a cross-section of influential veterans and newcomers. Landmark performances from Tortoise, clipping., and CupcakKe lead the billing alongside indie mainstays like Pinback, Rogue Wave, and Jay Som. Over the course of 11 days, the festival will take over San Francisco with dozens of concerts, art shows, and after-parties. New tickets and festival badges are available now, offering access to the full citywide schedule. Festival founder Kevin Arnold noted that this year’s Phase 3 lineup captures the full picture of the festival’s past, present, and future, ensuring a meaningful tribute to the community that built it.

Anaïs & The Hoops Explores The Longevity Of Friendship In New “Growing Pains” Music Video

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Anaïs & The Hoops Explores The Longevity Of Friendship In New “Growing Pains” Music Video

Brooklyn-based indie-pop artist Anaïs & The Hoops has released a nostalgic new music video for “Growing Pains,” the title track and emotional anchor of her debut EP. Directed by Grace Pomilla, the visual was filmed at Purgatory in Bushwick and interweaves recent performance footage with intimate childhood home videos to illustrate the song’s central theme of evolving friendships. Anaïs, the project of San Diego-raised singer-songwriter Anaïs Lund, describes the track as a love letter to the people who feel like home, emphasizing that the bonds of childhood friendship shape our identities just as deeply as romantic love. The video serves as a dreamy, melancholy reflection on chosen family, featuring her full live band and a cast of close personal friends to ground the song’s introspective lyrics in a sense of community.

Since the release of the ‘Growing Pains’ EP in September 2025, Anaïs & The Hoops has gained significant momentum for a sound that blends 1960s jazz-inflected vocals with a modern, retro-inspired pop aesthetic. The six-track collection, produced by Ben Coleman, spent three years in development and features collaborations with her live band, including the French-language standout “Passe le temps” and the grittier, guitar-driven “Cool.” Her transition from professional jazz club singer to a distinctive indie voice has earned her critical support from NPR Music and WFUV, as well as a reputation as a magnetic live performer in the New York City scene. By exploring themes of identity and the tension of adulthood through a sincere, high-fidelity lens, Anaïs & The Hoops continues to establish herself as one of the most promising and authentic acts in the current indie landscape.

London Shoegazers Whitelands Release Heavier New Single ‘Blankspace’ Ahead Of Second Album

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London Shoegazers Whitelands Release Heavier New Single ‘Blankspace’ Ahead Of Second Album

London-based shoegaze outfit Whitelands has released their latest single, “Blankspace,” serving as a stark, emotionally heavy preview of their upcoming second album, ‘Sunlight Echoes’, set for release on January 30, 2026, via Sonic Cathedral. Unlike the pop-leaning melodies of their previous singles like “Heat Of The Summer” and “Glance,” this new track finds the quartet exploring a darker, more abrasive sonic territory. Frontman Etienne Quartey-Papafio and bassist Vanessa Govinden have shared that the song was born out of intense personal experiences with grief and mortality, functioning as a vessel to carry the weight of those moments. The release is accompanied by a new visualizer created by guitarist Michael Adelaja, further illustrating the band’s creative autonomy and evolving maturity.

Following the album’s debut, Whitelands will embark on a headline tour across the United Kingdom and Europe throughout February. The run begins on February 6, 2026, in Paris at Supersonic and includes a high-profile appearance at the Grauzone Festival in The Hague before the band returns for a series of club dates across the UK. This tour follows a busy 2025 that saw the band performing with the likes of Slowdive and High Vis, moving them out of the “shoegaze shadows” toward a much larger stage. Fans can expect the new live set to balance the group’s signature melodic immediacy with the raw, atmospheric tension found on the new record.

The band’s rise has been marked by a transition from Quartey-Papafio’s solo project to a fully realized four-piece unit featuring drummer Jagun Meseorisa. Their 2024 debut, ‘Night-bound Eyes Are Blind to the Day’, earned them widespread acclaim and a dedicated following within the modern shoegaze revival. With ‘Sunlight Echoes’, the group is pushing their sound into more expansive and “real” territory, as Quartey-Papafio puts it. Beyond the February tour, Whitelands is already confirmed for the Wanderlust Festival in Southampton this May, solidifying their status as one of the most consistent and compelling acts in the current alternative landscape.

Whitelands 2026 Tour Dates:

  • February 6 – Paris, FR – Supersonic
  • February 7 – The Hague, NL – Grauzone Festival
  • February 18 – Birmingham, UK – Hare & Hounds
  • February 19 – Glasgow, UK – The Hug And Pint
  • February 20 – Leeds, UK – Hyde Park Book Club
  • February 21 – Newcastle, UK – Zerox
  • February 22 – Blackpool, UK – Bootleg Social
  • February 24 – Manchester, UK – YES Basement
  • February 25 – Bedford, UK – Esquires
  • February 26 – London, UK – MOTH Club
  • March 25 – Brighton, UK – The Hope And Ruin
  • May 23 – Southampton, UK – Wanderlust Festival

Dwight Yoakam Announces Inaugural ‘Rockin’ for the Kids’ Charity Concert At The Roxy

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Dwight Yoakam Announces Inaugural ‘Rockin’ for the Kids’ Charity Concert At The Roxy

Country music icon Dwight Yoakam will headline the first-ever ‘Dwight Yoakam & Friends: Rockin’ for the Kids at The Roxy’ on January 28, 2026. Taking place during Grammy week in Los Angeles, this one-night-only event at the historic Roxy Theatre serves as a benefit for Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). The evening is presented by Yoakam alongside longtime friend Billy Bob Thornton and producer McG, who will also serve as the master of ceremonies. Yoakam and his band will be joined by a lineup of special guests including Charley Crockett, Marcus King, and Lukas Nelson, with more artists expected to be announced. This charitable initiative stems from the Yoakams’ personal experience at CHLA with their infant son in 2020, where they were deeply moved by the resilience of the families and the dedication of the hospital staff.

The event marks the formalization of a philanthropic partnership between the Yoakam family and CHLA Surgeon-in-Chief Dr. Mark Krieger. After Yoakam suggested CHLA as a beneficiary for a previous fundraiser at the Lido Theatre, he and Krieger collaborated to establish this yearly benefit to raise both funds and awareness during one of the music industry’s busiest weeks. Yoakam has noted that the experience of walking the hospital’s halls provided a graphic perspective on life’s challenges, leading to this tangible way of giving back. Tickets for the intimate performance go on sale today, January 14, at 10:00 am PT via AXS, with limited sponsor and VIP opportunities available through the hospital. This inaugural concert highlights a community-driven effort to support pediatric care through a high-profile gathering of Americana and country talent.

Dwight Yoakam & Friends: Rockin’ for the Kids at The Roxy:

  • Date: January 28, 2026
  • Venue: The Roxy Theatre, Los Angeles, CA
  • Benefit: Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA)
  • Guests: Charley Crockett, Marcus King, Lukas Nelson, and more
  • Emcee: McG

Father John Misty Expands 2026 ‘Mahashmashana’ Tour With New North American Dates

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Father John Misty Expands 2026 ‘Mahashmashana’ Tour With New North American Dates

Father John Misty has announced an expansion of his 2026 international headlining tour, adding a new round of summer dates across the Midwestern United States and Canada. The singer-songwriter continues to tour in support of his sixth studio album, ‘Mahashmashana’, which was released in late 2024 to critical acclaim for its ambitious orchestral arrangements and cynical lyrical wit. The newly added leg includes a highly anticipated return to St. Paul’s Palace Theatre on July 8, marking his first headlining appearance in the Twin Cities since 2022. Additionally, the tour will stop at the Winnetka Music Festival in June and feature three Canadian dates in Montréal, Quebec City, and Hamilton. This expansion follows a busy 2025 that saw the release of the live favorite “The Old Law” and a best-of compilation, further solidifying Tillman’s status as one of indie rock’s most provocative figures.

The 2026 routing is characterized by intimate theater settings and major festival appearances, beginning with a West Coast run in March that includes two-night stands at San Francisco’s Castro Theatre and Seattle’s Paramount Theatre. Supporting acts for the tour vary by region, with Andy Shauf joining for the San Francisco dates, David Vandervelde appearing on several Western US stops, and Damien Jurado serving as the special guest for the Seattle performances. The European leg of the tour will take place throughout June, featuring sets at Primavera Sound in Barcelona and the NorthSide Festival in Denmark. Following the overseas run, Father John Misty returns to North America for the newly announced summer shows, including a headline play at GLC Live at 20 Monroe in Grand Rapids. Fans can access a presale for the new dates starting today, January 14, at 10:00 am local time using the password HONEYBEAR, with general ticket sales beginning Friday, January 16.

Father John Misty 2026 Tour Dates:

North America (March and April)

  • March 23 – Ventura, CA – Majestic Ventura Theater
  • March 24 – San Francisco, CA – The Castro Theatre
  • March 25 – San Francisco, CA – The Castro Theatre
  • March 27 – Sacramento, CA – Channel 24
  • March 28 – Reno, NV – Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
  • March 31 – Missoula, MT – The Wilma
  • April 2 – Eugene, OR – McDonald Theatre
  • April 3 – Seattle, WA – Paramount Theatre
  • April 4 – Seattle, WA – Paramount Theatre
  • May 14 – Aspen, CO – Belly Up Aspen
  • May 15 – Salt Lake City, UT – Kilby Block Party
  • May 16 – Las Vegas, NV – Brooklyn Bowl
  • May 17 – Pomona, CA – The Fox Theater

Europe and United Kingdom (June)

  • June 1 – Lisbon, PT – Sagres Campo Pequeno
  • June 2 – Porto, PT – Coliseu do Porto
  • June 4 – Barcelona, ES – Primavera Festival
  • June 6 – Aarhus, DK – Northside Festival
  • June 8 – Amsterdam, NL – Live At Amsterdam Bos
  • June 9 – Cologne, DE – Carlswerk Victoria
  • June 10 – Antwerp, BE – OLT Rivierenhof
  • June 12 – London, UK – Lido Festival
  • June 14 – Wicklow, IE – Beyond The Pale Festival

Newly Added North America (June and July)

  • June 20 – Winnetka, IL – Winnetka Music Festival
  • June 30 – Montréal, QC – Le Festival International De Jazz De Montréal
  • July 2 – Quebec, QC – Palais Montcalm – Salle Raoul-Jobin
  • July 6 – Hamilton, ON – FirstOntario Concert Hall
  • July 7 – Grand Rapids, MI – GLC Live at 20 Monroe
  • July 8 – St. Paul, MN – Palace Theatre

John Mellencamp Announces Largest Outdoor Hits Tour In Decades With ‘Dancing Words Tour’

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John Mellencamp Announces Largest Outdoor Hits Tour In Decades With ‘Dancing Words Tour’

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer John Mellencamp is returning to the amphitheater stage for the first time in fifteen years with the announcement of his ‘Dancing Words Tour — The Greatest Hits’. The 19-city trek, produced by Live Nation, kicks off July 10, 2026, at the Acrisure Amphitheater in Grand Rapids and marks a significant shift for the artist, who has spent the last several years performing primarily in intimate theater settings. The tour was announced via a cinematic trailer featuring Academy Award winner Sean Penn, who reportedly helped persuade Mellencamp to embrace his massive catalog of hits for this specific run of summer shows. Mellencamp will be performing his most beloved tracks in a single night, including “Jack and Diane,” “Small Town,” and “Pink Houses,” alongside deeper cuts like “R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A.” and “Wild Nights” that have been absent from his setlists for over a decade.

The tour routing includes some of the most iconic outdoor venues in the United States, such as the Hollywood Bowl and the Northwell at Jones Beach Theater, before concluding on August 12, 2026, at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View. Mellencamp has noted that the tour is intentionally limited to 19 performances, as he prefers the energy of shorter runs over the grind of extensive global touring. This decision follows a highly active 2025 where he teased new material from an upcoming project titled ‘Orphan Train’, slated for release later in 2026. Fans can expect a performance-driven atmosphere that bridges the gap between his recent theatrical storytelling and the high-energy rock concerts that defined his early career. VIP packages including access to the “Scarecrow VIP Lounge” and autographed memorabilia will be available to provide a premium experience for longtime followers of the Indiana native.

Tickets for the ‘Dancing Words Tour’ are expected to be in high demand given Mellencamp’s long absence from large outdoor venues. The Citi presale begins at 10:00 am local time on January 20, 2026, and runs through January 22, 2026. The general public on-sale follows on January 23, 2026, at 10:00 am local time via Mellencamp.com and Ticketmaster. This tour serves as a definitive celebration of a five-decade career, delivering the “soundtrack of people’s lives” in a massive concert format. Mellencamp continues to be represented by Nat Farnham at CAA, ensuring this landmark return to the summer circuit is one of the season’s premier musical events.

John Mellencamp ‘Dancing Words Tour — The Greatest Hits’ Dates:

  • July 10—Grand Rapids, MI—Acrisure Amphitheater
  • July 11—Tinley Park, IL—Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
  • July 13—Kansas City, MO—Morton Amphitheater
  • July 14—Shakopee, MN—Mystic Lake Amphitheater
  • July 16—Clarkston, MI—Pine Knob Music Theatre
  • July 18—Noblesville, IN—Ruoff Music Center
  • July 19—Cincinnati, OH—Riverbend Music Center
  • July 21—Cuyahoga Falls, OH—Blossom Music Center
  • July 24—Mansfield, MA—Xfinity Center
  • July 25—Holmdel, NJ—PNC Bank Arts Center
  • July 26—Wantagh, NY—Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
  • July 29—Bristow, VA—Jiffy Lube Live
  • July 30—Charlotte, NC—Truliant Amphitheater
  • August 1—Alpharetta, GA—Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
  • August 3—Tampa, FL—MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
  • August 6—Houston, TX—The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
  • August 9—Phoenix, AZ—Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
  • August 10—Hollywood, CA—Hollywood Bowl
  • August 12—Mountain View, CA—Shoreline Amphitheatre

Paul McCartney Documentary ‘Man on the Run’ Premieres Globally February 27 on Prime Video

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Paul McCartney Documentary ‘Man on the Run’ Premieres Globally February 27 on Prime Video

Directed by Academy Award winner Morgan Neville, the intimate feature documentary ‘Man on the Run’ explores Paul McCartney’s creative rebirth and high-stakes reinvention following the dissolution of The Beatles. Set to premiere globally on Prime Video on February 27, 2026, the film chronicles McCartney’s journey through the 1970s, from his initial depression and legal dramas after the breakup to the formation of the legendary band Wings with his wife, Linda McCartney. Rather than a standard nostalgia package, the documentary offers a vulnerable portrait of an artist fighting to define a new decade on his own terms while balancing family life and global celebrity.

The film draws on unprecedented access to a never-before-seen archive of Paul and Linda’s home videos, photos, and rare archival materials provided through the musician’s direct involvement in the project. Interwoven with these historical documents are deeply personal new interviews with McCartney himself, along with contemporaries such as Denny Laine, Chrissie Hynde, and Sean Lennon. With a running time of 115 minutes and an R rating, the documentary captures a transformative era marked by family unity, artistic risk-taking, and the rise of one of the decade’s most successful touring acts.

‘Man on the Run’ serves as a centerpiece of a comprehensive new partnership among McCartney, Universal Music Group, and Amazon that includes exclusive merchandise and music releases. The film’s debut follows the release of McCartney’s book, ‘Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run’, and a comprehensive Wings anthology launched in late 2025. This definitive account of McCartney’s post-Beatles milestones brings to life the creative grind behind iconic hits like “Maybe I’m Amazed,” “Band on the Run,” and “Live and Let Die”.

Kelly Clarkson Performs “What It Sounds Like” From ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ During Kellyoke

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Kelly Clarkson Performs “What It Sounds Like” From ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ During Kellyoke

Kelly Clarkson kicked off her latest episode with a high-energy Kellyoke cover of “What It Sounds Like”. Joined by her longtime house band, My Band Y’all, the performance serves as a powerful tribute to the soundtrack of the hit Netflix film ‘KPop Demon Hunters’. Clarkson continues to prove why she remains in the driver’s seat of daytime television, delivering a vocal performance that captures the cinematic urgency of the original track. The segment, which aired on January 13, 2026, has quickly gained momentum online, confirming her status as one of the most versatile vocalists in the industry today.

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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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