Louisville thrash underdogs BELUSHI SPEED BALL have done the unthinkable once again by reissuing their latest album, ‘Stellkira: Editioñ Extra De Luxe’, on a Nintendo Game Boy Advance cartridge. The unique version features the entire album with full video, including fan favorites like “My Favorite Color Is Pizza” and “Garth, Let My Family Go.” The band—known for their unconventional releases like albums on N64 and Furby formats—is currently recording their fourth album and has announced select 2026 tour dates, including Mean Mel’s in Cookeville, Pilot Light in Knoxville, and Milwaukee Metal Fest.
The band said they “done did it again” and that the Game Boy Advance version, with its “full video technology,” will make fans “cream over the nostalgia of watching ‘Shark Tale’ in 11p resolution!” The award-winning band is also offering a 50% discount on their Bandcamp merch using the code “thankyou50,” with free domestic and international shipping. Catch the masters of executing the unthinkable live on the road next year.
Tour Dates:
Jan 23 – Cookeville, TN – Mean Mel’s Jan 24 – Knoxville, TN – Pilot Light June 5 – 7 – Milwaukee, WI – Milwaukee Metal Fest
LA-based indie pop artist Dani Felt delivers a fresh and atmospheric take on the timeless favorite “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” released November 22nd. Produced by Ernest Lee and mixed by Dallas Jack, the single re-imagines the holiday classic with a moody, cinematic edge that beautifully fuses modern pop sensibilities with heartfelt nostalgia. The track, which features soulful vocals and lush production, reflects both the warmth and bittersweet emotion of the season, showcasing Felt’s signature mix of vulnerability and strength. She commented, “I wanted to put out something magical for the end of the year to reach everyone’s hearts for the holidays.”
Rock supergroup THE FELL, featuring legendary bassist Billy Sheehan, multi-platinum producer Mike (K.) Krompass, and Australian vocal powerhouse Toby Rand, issued their debut EP, ‘Killswitch,’ on October 24th. And on November 28th, the band will release a new single, the melodic yet rocking “Footprints.”
“Footprints perfectly blends everything I love about making records — a little bit of heavy, big pop-leaning melodies, and radio-ready hooks, all wrapped in a big, modern rock production,” Krompass explained. “Toby Rand and I poured ourselves into this one and our collective personalities brought it to life.”
“Footprints is that song where all the pieces fall into place — the energy of modern rock, the lift of a pop melody, and those undeniable radio hooks. One of my favs on the record. Toby Rand and I wanted to capture the sweet spot between modern rock intensity and hook-driven pop. It’s got riffs, melody, and a production that punches – it’s just us.”
Sheehan also explained why the song remains so special to him. “‘Footprints’ is one of the very first songs I heard from Mike and Toby and I was instantly hooked! I love this track! And it led to the formation of The Fell!”
Rand also offered his support of the track. “‘Footprints’ is about realizing that sometimes we wander down the wrong path and find ourselves searching for redemption. By retracing our footprints, we can see where we took the wrong turns – and where we found success. It’s a reminder to keep navigating and to keep finding our way in an ever-changing, chaotic world. ‘Footprints’ was also the first completed song we created as a band, and became the barometer for the style of music we were writing. Excited to share this remix with the world.”
Originally filmed in Warsaw, Poland, the “Footprints” music video began its journey several years ago, when Mike, Toby, and Billy were on the road promoting the single. Under the vision of Polish director Łukasz, the band descended into a World War II underground bunker to capture the songs raw, grunge energy. Scheduling challenges kept the original cut from being released — until now. Reimagined with newly captured footage, this music video finally comes to life as part of the Footprints remix. A long time in the making, “Footprints” is a reminder that The FELL’s music truly stands the test of time.
Fusing soaring vocals, elite musicianship, and massive rock production, THE FELL’s sound is both cinematic and immediate, anchored in timeless rock energy but elevated by contemporary edge and sonic depth. Drawing immediate comparisons to the guitar-driven, hard rock crunch of Mammoth, the alt-rock edge of Alter Bridge and melodic drive of Velvet Revolver, THE FELL carves out their own niche delivering hard-hitting, emotionally charged anthems that connect with fans across generations.
THE FELL draws its name from Old English, where fell meant a rugged highland or mountain. Rooted in Celtic heritage, it speaks to our shared backgrounds. It’s a symbol of enduring strength, untamed spirit, and the peaks we climb together in music and in life. THE FELL’s powerhouse lineup features legendary bassist Billy Sheehan (Mr. Big, David Lee Roth, Sons of Apollo), multi-platinum producer, songwriter, and guitar player Mike (K.) Krompass (Smash Mouth, Nelly Furtado, Everybody Loves an Outlaw, Dead Romantic), and vocal powerhouse Toby Rand (Rockstar: Supernova, Juke Kartel, Ashen Moon), whose dynamic voice soars over a backdrop of “Killswitch”‘s grinding riffs and thunderous grooves.
The Koschitzky Centre for Jewish Studies and the Department of Music in the School of the Arts, Media, Performance and Design are proud to present are proud to present Socalled, AKA Josh Dolgin in a special concert featuring Katie Moore, Nizo Alimov and Marc Decho. This quartet, formed especially for this concert, will visit the repertoire of Socalled’s discography and explore the musical possibilities of beats and funky Yiddish melodies and words colliding with Macedonian Roma trumpet.
Socalled, the band, has been making records and performing around the world for over two decades, presenting their “unique blend” of folk melodies, technology, song, rap, improvisation and groove. Nominated for a World Music JUNO award and subject of an NFB documentary film, Socalled is Josh Dolgin, now a course lecturer at McGill University teaching about the history of Eastern European Yiddish music. His project brings together friends and collaborators from just about every style and generation you can imagine: he has worked with legends like Fred Wesley, Boban Markovich, Kiran Ahlualiah, Enrico Macias, Gonzales, Roxanne Shante, Ethel Raim, DJ Assault, the Klezmatics, Joao Parabya and many others.
Since the beginning, the voice of Socalled, the band, has been Katie Moore, a Montreal-based bluegrass and country singer/songwriter with a legendary reputation for a golden, mesmerizing voice and brilliant lyrics. Katie and Socalled (AKA Josh Dolgin) will be joined in this special concert by Nizo Alimov, a Macedonian Roma trumpet virtuoso from the Kocani Orchestra now based in the Toronto region, and old friend Marc Decho, insane Jazz/Latin bassist who has recently relocated to Toronto from Wakefield/Chelsea, Dolgin’s hometown.
“Sound and Sense: Jewish Music @ York” is a performance and lecture series dedicated to showcasing the multicultural diversity of Jewish musical expression as well as the ongoing intersections between Jewish and non-Jewish musical practices and communities. The initiative is driven by an inclusive philosophy that believes in the power of music to serve as a bridge-builder and a vehicle for cultural exchange and dialogue.
The series has been made possible via the generous support of the Azrieli Foundation.
Live Nation and Hiyo Social Tonics have officially announced a multi-year partnership, a strategic move that also includes an equity investment from the world’s leading live entertainment company. This collaboration is set to introduce Hiyo’s feel-good, better-for-you beverages to music fans at select U.S. venues and festivals. The deal is one of the biggest in Hiyo’s history and centers the brand’s fruit-forward, mood-boosting social tonics right in the heart of the live music experience.
Hiyo’s social tonics are crafted with adaptogens, nootropics, and functional botanicals designed to deliver the brand’s signature “float,” an uplifting sensation of calm and clarity that helps fans feel good and present in the moment. Live Nation’s latest fan research strongly supports this partnership, showing that six out of ten fans alternate between alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at live events, and a massive 80% agree that a great beverage enhances the live experience. Evan Quinn, Hiyo’s Chief Executive Officer, noted, “Consumers today are looking for choices when it comes to how they connect, celebrate, and socialize, and partnering with Live Nation puts us at the center of that shift. It’s a powerful opportunity to bring our feel-good social tonics to some of the most iconic music venues in the country.” The brand will first introduce its Blackberry Lemon flavor, a bold, refreshing, low-calorie option that is 0% ABV, non-GMO, vegan, gluten-free, and USDA Organic Certified.
Live Nation’s equity stake in Hiyo is a strategic investment that will accelerate Hiyo’s national expansion. It aligns with Live Nation’s growing investment portfolio, which backs brands like JOLENE Coffee, Liquid Death, and Owen’s Craft Mixers, all meeting evolving consumer demands. Tom Allison, SVP of New Ventures at Live Nation, commented, “Fans celebrate in different ways throughout a show, sometimes with an alcoholic beverage, sometimes with non-alcoholic alternatives, and often a mix of both. As fans’ tastes continue to evolve, Hiyo fits naturally into what they’re reaching for next. We’re excited to bring the brand into our venues.” Ian Knowles, Hiyo’s Chief Strategy Officer, added that the partnership brings their mission to life on the “biggest cultural stage there is, live music,” enhancing how people socialize and helping fans everywhere “feel the float” as they connect and experience the joy of live music.
Music icon David Byrne performed a legendary set at the Tiny Desk, fitting his full marching band-style touring ensemble in the small office space. The set featured two new songs, “Everybody Laughs” and “Don’t Be Like That,” plus brilliant Talking Heads tracks “(Nothing But) Flowers” and a huge version of “Life During Wartime.”
If touring built the modern music industry, streaming rewired it. Spotify’s global reach has turned songs into long-term cultural giants, with billions of plays accumulating long after their chart runs end. The result is a ranking that blends pop superstars, viral moments, slow-burn sleepers and unexpected classics.
The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights” leads all-time with more than 5.1 billion streams, the first song in Spotify history to cross the 5-billion mark. Ed Sheeran continues his dominance with multiple entries, while Harry Styles, Billie Eilish, Post Malone and Glass Animals highlight just how eclectic streaming success has become.
Below is a streamlined breakdown of the top 20 most-streamed songs on Spotify — just the key facts, delivered cleanly.
Top 20 Most-Streamed Songs on Spotify (number – streams – artist – song – release date)
5.160B – The Weeknd – Blinding Lights – 29 Nov 2019
4.664B – Ed Sheeran – Shape of You – 6 Jan 2017
4.229B – The Weeknd & Daft Punk – Starboy – 21 Sept 2016
4.211B – The Neighbourhood – Sweater Weather – 3 Dec 2012
4.146B – Lewis Capaldi – Someone You Loved – 8 Nov 2018
4.136B – Harry Styles – As It Was – 1 Apr 2022
4.038B – Post Malone & Swae Lee – Sunflower – 18 Oct 2018
3.899B – Drake ft. Wizkid & Kyla – One Dance – 5 Apr 2016
When people talk about the power of live music, this is what they mean. For decades, touring has transformed from a promotional add-on to the main engine of the music industry. As record sales declined in the 2000s, artists turned to the stage — and the result was an explosion in global touring revenue unlike anything before.
The first tours to ever cross $100 million didn’t happen until the late 1980s, with Michael Jackson’s Bad World Tour and Pink Floyd’s Momentary Lapse of Reason Tour. Tina Turner became the first woman to hit that mark in the mid-1990s. Fast-forward, and Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour became the first in history to reach $1 billion, and then the first to cross $2 billion — ending at a staggering $2.07 billion in 2024.
The Rolling Stones have dominated touring history more than any act, holding the all-time record three different times and delivering the highest-grossing tour of the decade twice. Other artists have reshaped touring in their own way: Elton John performed more than 300 shows on his farewell trek, while Beyoncé achieved one of the top tours ever in just 56 shows.
The Weeknd’s After Hours til Dawn Tour grossed $693.2 million for 110 shows reported to Pollstar between 2022 and 2025. According to Live Nation, the tour has generated $1.004 billion from 153 shows, including its unrealized 2026 dates
Below is a clean breakdown of the Top 10 highest-grossing tours of all time, listed from highest to lowest, with only the core facts you need.
Top 10 Highest-Grossing Tours of All Time (number – amount – artist – tour – years – shows
$2,077,618,725 – Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour – 2023–2024 – 149 shows
$1,524,423,018 – Coldplay – Music of the Spheres World Tour – 2022–2025 – 223 shows
Bo Staloch, fresh off his incredible first-ever North American headline tour—which featured a packed show at Brooklyn’s Baby’s All Right that The Aquarian tipped as one of the coolest live music shows of the week—is back with the stunning new track, “Eastside.” The song is a soulful meditation on youth and love, offering an affectionate, warm nod toward New York City. Staloch personally penned the song and accompanied himself on both guitar and piano, while Andrew Wells, known for his work with Ellie Goulding and Halsey, expertly handled production. The release is accompanied by a new visualizer that beautifully captures highlights from Staloch’s recent North American trek.
The artist gave insight into the meaning behind the powerful tune. “‘Eastside’ represents the ongoing contradiction of love and life,” Bo Staloch explained. “The two have a way of throwing you in one direction while simultaneously pushing you in another. They’re confusing and frustrating, slapping you on the wrist when you think they’re about to help you up. With the turmoil that comes with all of this, there needs to be a release in something, someone, or someplace.” He added that he has been “feeling drawn to the East (New York), and it feels like the city might be the release I’m searching for, hence the hook at the end of the chorus. With all the unrest that love and life cause, there is always beauty in the release. Listen, search, and find it, because I believe the answers are always there.” This single continues the momentum of a truly breakthrough 2025 for Staloch. Earlier this year, his debut EP, ‘The Garden’, won stellar reviews, with Atwood Magazine declaring the Austin-born, Nashville-based singer-songwriter “cements himself as part of folk rock’s ‘next generation.'”
Staloch spent the year building his reputation as a formidable live performer, touring with John Vincent III, Houndmouth, and Ashe, playing his first UK headline shows, opening for Zach Bryan at London’s Hyde Park, and making his Lollapalooza Chicago debut. He launched his highly successful 18-city North American tour in September at Nashville’s Exit/In, where his warm, powerful vocals and captivating stage presence were front and center every night. The outing included sold-out shows in Los Angeles, Denver, Minneapolis, Salt Lake City, and Austin, wrapping up at Antone’s Nightclub on November 1. Critics raved about the shows; Mylifeinsound observed, “Bo Staloch’s unique musical talent and charming charisma were in full mesmerizing display during his show at Baby’s All Right in Brooklyn, what’s striking is his mastery of dynamics and the concept of musical buildup.” The Daily summed it up perfectly in their Seattle review: “There’s a new heartthrob in town, and his name is Bo Staloch.”
The beloved husband-and-wife duo Drew and Ellie Holcomb are officially welcoming the holiday season with the release of their wonderful new EP, ‘I’ll Be Home For Christmas’, which is available everywhere today. This three-song collection features the pair revisiting timeless classics through their signature blend of close harmonies, heartfelt storytelling, and the kind of joyful, easy warmth that has made their annual holiday performances such a treasured tradition.
The Holcombs breathe fresh life into these familiar favorites across the EP, striking a perfect balance of reverence, nostalgia, and playful spirit. The collection moves seamlessly from intimate, fireside arrangements to moments of pure, upbeat holiday fun, capturing the full emotional spectrum of the season. Ellie Holcomb shared her affection for one of the tracks, noting, “I’ll Be Home For Christmas is a song that has floated through the air of most every Christmas morning memory that I have. It’s often been Amy Grant’s version, so getting to record this warm and nostalgic song as a duet with my husband was an absolute delight! I hope our version of this Christmas classic will float through the air of your Christmas memories too, and that it will add the warmth and light of home to your holiday season.” Drew Holcomb added that he loves exploring the full spectrum of holiday songs with their releases, saying, “With the more playful moments on this EP, I love the lighthearted rock ‘n’ roll that brings humor and fun to this key part of childhood, when kids discover the magic and mystery of who Santa Claus is. It’s a fun break from the more sentimental songs and leans into the joyful, humorous side of the holidays. Can’t wait to play these live during the Christmas shows.”
Known for their harmony-rich Americana and deeply rooted sense of community, Drew and Ellie continue to grow a devoted audience through their shared catalog of solo releases, collaborative projects, and their celebrated Neighborly Christmas shows. Earlier this year, the pair released their first full-length duo album, ‘Memory Bank’, which they recorded at Nashville’s Sound Emporium with producer Cason Cooley. The Holcombs will bring their new holiday songs and their cherished Christmas favorites to the stage next month during their annual Neighborly Christmas concerts in Memphis and Nashville. Following the holidays, the duo will resume their major 2026 headline run, the Never Gonna Let You Go Tour, which spans February through mid-May and concludes with a two-night celebration at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium.
Drew & Ellie Holcomb: Neighborly Christmas
December 5 – Orpheum Theatre – Memphis, TN
December 12 – Schermerhorn Symphony Center – Nashville, TN
Drew & Ellie Holcomb: Never Gonna Let You Go Tour (2026)
February 4 – Jefferson Center – Roanoke, VA
February 5 – The Colonial Theatre – Phoenixville, PA
February 6 – The Capitol Theatre – Port Chester, NY
February 7 – Lincoln Theatre – Washington, DC
February 11 – Florida Theatre – Jacksonville, FL
February 12 – Knight Theater – Charlotte, NC
February 13 – New Barn Theatre – Mount Vernon, KY
February 14 – Tennessee Theatre – Knoxville, TN
February 19 – The Carolina Theatre – Durham, NC
February 20 – Atlanta Symphony Hall – Atlanta, GA
February 21 – Oxford Performing Arts Center – Oxford, AL
February 22 – Charleston Music Hall – Charleston, SC
March 3 – Egyptian Room at Old National Centre – Indianapolis, IN
March 4 – The Pabst Theater – Milwaukee, WI
March 6 – Fitzgerald Theater – Saint Paul, MN
March 7 – Rialto Square Theatre – Joliet, IL
March 8 – The Pageant – St. Louis, MO
March 20 – Vilar Performing Arts Center – Beaver Creek, CO
April 15 – Tulsa Theater – Tulsa, OK
April 16 – Uptown Theater – Kansas City, MO
April 17 – Paramount Theatre – Denver, CO
April 19 – Virginia G. Piper Theater – Scottsdale, AZ
