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Morgan Evans Shares Official Video for “Beer Back Home”

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Solrise Records/Virgin Music Group’s Nashville-based Australian country mainstay Morgan Evans has released the official music video for his new single “Beer Back Home,” out everywhere now. Filmed on location in Sydney and Newcastle, New South Wales, during Evans’ recent return to Australia, the video is directed by Peter John and documents the trip from Evans’ own perspective, tracing his journey from Nashville back to where it all began.

The three-minute clip weaves together moments of travel, reconnection, and community, including time spent with family and friends and a surprise pop-up performance at Evans’ favorite hometown pub, The Ship Inn, complete with crowd sing-alongs. “Beer Back Home” marks Evans’ first new single in over two years, following a reflective period spent in Newcastle that reignited his creative drive. That renewed energy will carry through to his upcoming sophomore album ‘Steel Town’, which captures the full arc of that personal and musical reset.

Journey Announce Final Frontier Tour Across North America

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After more than five decades of arena-filling performances and timeless anthems, Journey have announced their Final Frontier Tour, marking a farewell run across North America. Presented by AEG Presents, the tour features an all-new stage production and a career-spanning set celebrating the songs and fans that defined Journey’s legacy. All shows will be billed as A Special Evening With, spotlighting the band’s full catalog, including “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Any Way You Want It,” “Faithfully,” and “Lights.”

“This tour is our heartfelt thank-you to the fans who’ve been with us every step of the way — through every song, every era, every high and low,” says Neal Schon. “We’re pulling out all the stops with a brand-new production — the hits, the deep cuts, the energy, the spectacle. It’s a full-circle celebration of the music that’s brought us all together.” The tour features Neal Schon, Jonathan Cain, Arnel Pineda, Jason Derlatka, Deen Castronovo, and Todd Jensen, and arrives as a defining moment in the band’s long history. Cain adds, “We’ve shared our music with millions and this tour is about gratitude, connection and one last chance to feel that magic together.”

Journey – Final Frontier Tour Dates:

Feb 28 – Hershey, PA @ Giant Center
Mar 2 – Pittsburgh, PA @ PPG Paints Arena
Mar 4 – Washington, D.C. @ Capital One Arena
Mar 5 – Trenton, NJ @ CURE Insurance Arena
Mar 7 – Ottawa, ON @ Canadian Tire Centre
Mar 9 – Hamilton, ON @ TD Coliseum
Mar 11 – Montreal, QC @ Bell Centre
Mar 12 – Quebec City, QC @ Vidéotron Centre
Mar 14 – Hartford, CT @ PeoplesBank Arena
Mar 16 – Columbus, OH @ Nationwide Arena
Mar 17 – Indianapolis, IN @ Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Mar 19 – Milwaukee, WI @ Fiserv Forum
Mar 21 – Memphis, TN @ FedExForum
Mar 22 – Lexington, KY @ Rupp Arena
Mar 25 – North Little Rock, AR @ Simmons Bank Arena
Mar 26 – Kansas City, MO @ T-Mobile Center
Mar 28 – New Orleans, LA @ Smoothie King Center
Mar 29 – Bossier City, LA @ Brookshire Grocery Arena
Mar 31 – Austin, TX @ Moody Center
Apr 3 – Oklahoma City, OK @ Paycom Center
Apr 4 – Wichita, KS @ INTRUST Bank Arena
Apr 6 – Sioux Falls, SD @ Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
Apr 8 – Des Moines, IA @ Casey’s Center
Apr 9 – Lincoln, NE @ Pinnacle Bank Arena
Apr 12 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Delta Center
Apr 14 – Boise, ID @ ExtraMile Arena
Apr 15 – Spokane, WA @ Spokane Arena
Apr 17 – Vancouver, BC @ Pacific Coliseum
Apr 19 – Eugene, OR @ Matthew Knight Arena
Apr 21 – Sacramento, CA @ Golden 1 Center
Apr 22 – Bakersfield, CA @ Dignity Health Arena
Apr 24 – Fresno, CA @ Save Mart Center at Fresno State
May 15 – Tampa, FL @ Benchmark International Arena
May 16 – Jacksonville, FL @ VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
May 18 – Columbia, SC @ Colonial Life Arena
May 20 – Charlotte, NC @ Spectrum Center
May 21 – Greensboro, NC @ First Horizon Coliseum
May 23 – Atlantic City, NJ @ Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
May 27 – State College, PA @ Bryce Jordan Center
May 28 – Charlottesville, VA @ John Paul Jones Arena
May 30 – Knoxville, TN @ Food City Center
May 31 – Savannah, GA @ Enmarket Arena
June 3 – Hampton, VA @ Hampton Coliseum
June 4 – Roanoke, VA @ Berglund Center Coliseum
June 6 – Worcester, MA @ DCU Center
June 7 – Manchester, NH @ SNHU Arena
June 10 – Buffalo, NY @ KeyBank Center
June 11 – Allentown, PA @ PPL Center
June 13 – Cincinnati, OH @ Heritage Bank Center
June 14 – Grand Rapids, MI @ Van Andel Arena
June 17 – Evansville, IN @ Ford Center
June 18 – Fort Wayne, IN @ Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
June 20 – Champaign, IL @ State Farm Center
June 21 – Green Bay, WI @ Resch Center
June 24 – Moline, IL @ Vibrant Arena at the MARK
June 25 – Springfield, MO @ Great Southern Bank Arena
June 27 – Tupelo, MS @ Cadence Bank Arena
June 28 – Lafayette, LA @ Cajundome
July 1 – Corpus Christi, TX @ Hilliard Center
July 2 – Laredo, TX @ Sames Auto Arena

Kesha Launches Smash With New ‘Attention! (Smash Features)’ EP

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Multi-platinum global pop superstar Kesha has unveiled ‘Attention! (Smash Features)’, an EP collecting two brand new spins on her hit single “Attention!” The release features pop disruptor Slayyyter and rising UK artist Rose Gray, created through an exclusive feature challenge marking the launch of Smash, a new global creator community and marketplace designed to help musicians connect and collaborate independently. The challenge drew more than 500 submissions from over 40 countries, with Kesha personally selecting her favorites, including original remixes from Sizzy Rocket and Xamiya. The EP is out now via her own imprint, Kesha Records.

Co-founded by Kesha Sebert alongside Alan Cannistraro and Lagan Sebert, Smash is built to help creators forge sustainable careers through community support and direct access to opportunities. By bringing together songwriters, artists, producers, instrumentalists, vocalists, and engineers in a safe, creator-first environment, Smash aims to shift power away from traditional industry gatekeepers and back into the hands of those making the music. The platform’s launch follows earlier Smash remix initiatives tied to Kesha’s single “Boy Crazy,” reinforcing the project’s focus on collaboration, visibility, and creative independence.

Tecate Pa’l Norte Unveils Massive 2026 Lineup

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Tecate Pa’l Norte has revealed its official lineup for the 2026 edition, reaffirming its status as one of Latin America’s most important music festivals. Taking place March 27, 28, and 29 at Parque Fundidora, the three-day event returns under its defining motto, Siempre Ascendente, promising an experience that continues to grow in scale, ambition, and impact year after year.

The lineup reflects the festival’s trademark diversity and global reach, led by headline performances from Guns N’ Roses, The Killers, Tyler, The Creator, and Kygo. Across eight stages, more than 100 artists will perform, including Deftones, The Lumineers, Halsey, Interpol, Los Fabulosos Cadillacs, Zoé, Morat, Myke Towers, Simple Plan, DJO, The Blaze, Cypress Hill, and Purple Disco Machine. Beyond the music, Tecate Pa’l Norte once again delivers a full-scale festival experience with immersive brand activations, standout food offerings, and surprises spread throughout the park, making every corner part of the event.

UMe Honors Joe Cocker’s Legacy With ‘Mad Dogs & Englishmen’ Film Premiere

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UMe is celebrating the life and music of the late Joe Cocker with the full premiere of the documentary and concert film ‘Mad Dogs & Englishmen’ on YouTube. The screening arrives as Cocker is posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, marking a major moment in honoring one of rock’s most distinctive and emotionally charged voices.

Directed by Pierre Adidge, ‘Mad Dogs & Englishmen’ captures Cocker’s legendary North American tour alongside Leon Russell, unfolding as a vivid time capsule of the seventies. The film blends explosive live performances with candid behind-the-scenes moments, showcasing Cocker’s full-bodied delivery, sweat-soaked intensity, and deep emotional surrender to the music. Backstage reflections reveal both humor and hard-earned wisdom, as Cocker laughs, “I used to sing in front of the mirror with a tennis racket…full of shit I am,” before offering, “If you really want results, you have to forget everything you have of your old self, let’s say, and just surrender to what’s going on.” The premiere coincides with renewed interest in Cocker’s catalog, reaffirming his enduring influence as a vocal powerhouse and cultural icon.

Paige Kennedy Announces New EP ‘Style Over Substance’ and Shares New Single “Medical Emergency”

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Paige Kennedy (they/them) has announced their new EP ‘Style Over Substance’, due February 6th, and shared new single “Medical Emergency” today alongside a reliably iconic video. The track leans into Paige’s off-kilter pop instincts, turning a bleak real-life moment into an indie-tinged, larger-than-life anthem that balances humour with vulnerability. The EP will be supported by a headline tour running throughout February.

“After a life altering breakup, I was sitting in A&E with actual heart problems, feeling sorry for myself. My coping mechanism, has always been leaning into fantasy, silliness and comedy during dark times, which was how Medical Emergency was born. The persona in the track thinks all the nurses fancy them, and has delusions of grandeur. Musically I was inspired by Tupac, The Cardigans and PJ Harvey. There’s an overconfidence in gangsta rap I wanted to emulate. The sound world of the song is grungy with some silly sound design elements which matches the content.” The video mirrors that energy, with an exaggerated version of Paige and nurse backing-dancers causing cartoonish chaos. It follows “Male Friend,” a detective-style vignette exploring desire and identity, as Paige continues to build a fast-growing audience through sharp storytelling, viral clips, and live shows that thrive on sweaty club floors and open festival fields alike.

Monitors Return With Debut Album ‘The Madelaine Affair’

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Monitors return with their debut album ‘The Madelaine Affair’, marking a major moment for the Paris-based band previously described by Rolling Stone Magazine as “producing an outstanding musical fusion.” Formed in 2017 by members of English, Bosnian, and French backgrounds, the band signed to Manchester label AnalogueTrash in 2021 and have since built a reputation for challenging, life-affirming music and a formidable live presence across France and the UK. The group consists of Emil Balic on bass and composition, Renaud Fumey on guitar, Chris Remick on vocals and lyrics, and Féodor Trotta on drums.

Co-produced at Paris studio La Canopée, ‘The Madelaine Affair’ draws on ideas of memory, loss, and collective resilience, referencing Proust’s reflections on the senses and grief. Emil Balic explains, “In an increasingly harsh world, our music is meant to be a refuge, a shelter against adversity. We remain pacifists, probably utopians, but more than ever, convinced that we must stand together. And even if everything falls apart around us, there will always be moments to stay united together, and to celebrate our love for this music.” Chris Remick adds, “The new album is Marinetti’s manifesto brought to life: sing the love of danger, the habit of energy, the beauty of speed, and motor cars running on machine-gun fire. Beauty exists only in struggle. The Madelaine Affair is a modern cacophony of violent inspiration, angelic epiphanies, and radical transformation.”

Von Loop Embrace Chaos on New Single “Aurora”

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Irish alt-rock outfit Von Loop return with “Aurora,” a chaotic and tongue-in-cheek dive into self-deception, denial, and human absurdity. What begins as a playful nod to The Simpsons’ iconic “Steamed Hams” scene quickly spirals into a sharp-edged reflection on how people disguise their own disasters, smiling through the wreckage while everything quietly burns.

Built on gritty grunge undertones, explosive guitar textures, and biting lyrical wit, “Aurora” captures the beauty and madness of human contradiction. The line “Starting to see-more of what I’ve been missing” lands especially hard, blurring the line between satire and heartbreak. It’s clever, raw, and unmistakably Von Loop, using humor and metaphor to expose denial, betrayal, and the absurdity of keeping up appearances when reality is falling apart.

Conquer Divide Return With Powerful New Single “The Ocean Between Us”

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Conquer Divide have released their new single and lyric video, “The Ocean Between Us,” a sweeping and emotionally raw track that leans into the band’s heavier sound while embracing a wide, atmospheric feel. “‘The Ocean Between Us’ is about being set on one life path, going through the motions until something or someone stops you in your tracks,” the band says. “It’s about seeing an alternate version of your life and wondering what if. What if you took the leap and started over somewhere far away, with someone new?”

Balancing melancholy and euphoria, the song unfolds without a clear resolution, leaving listeners suspended between escape and immersion. The uncertainty at the end mirrors the weight of choice, knowing that either path would permanently change reality. The new track follows “Bad Dreams,” featuring Of Virtue, and arrives as Conquer Divide continue work on their next album, slated for release in 2026, with major festival appearances already on the calendar.

GRACE. Unveils Intimate Debut Album ‘Hourglass Plea’

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GRACE. has released her debut album ‘Hourglass Plea,’ a tender, deeply personal meditation on time, loss, and emotional survival. Written during one of the most difficult years of her life, the album functions as both diary and refuge, capturing moments of grief, love, and closure with quiet honesty. “I wrote Hourglass Plea during one of the hardest years of my life,” GRACE. shares. “It became my safe space to process grief, love, closure, and everything in between. Each song feels like a page from my journal — vulnerable, gentle, honest, and deeply personal.”

Built around ethereal soundscapes and introspective storytelling, ‘Hourglass Plea’ invites listeners to sit with impermanence and the beauty of fleeting moments. Drawing inspiration from artists like Clairo, Olivia Dean, Cleo Sol, Bruno Major, and Laufey, GRACE. blends cinematic warmth with intimate lyricism. “This album is for anyone holding on to something they weren’t ready to lose but had to let go,” she says, framing the record as both comfort and reminder to feel deeply and hold close what still remains.