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5 Surprising Facts About The Beatles’ ‘Meet The Beatles’

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5 Surprising Facts About The Beatles’ ‘Meet The Beatles’

Some albums are made to introduce a band to the world. Some albums storm across the planet. Meet the Beatles! did both. Released on January 20, 1964, this was America’s first proper introduction to The Beatles—and within weeks, the U.S. was hooked. Sure, Beatlemania had already been bubbling in the UK, but this album officially set the British Invasion in motion. Yet, while it’s one of the most iconic albums of all time, there are still hidden stories behind its songs, cover, and impact that even hardcore fans might not know. Let’s dig into five fascinating facts about Meet the Beatles! that will change how you hear it.

1. It Wasn’t Actually Their First U.S. Album

Look at the cover, and you’ll see it: “The First Album by England’s Phenomenal Pop Combo.” Bold claim, right? Except…it wasn’t exactly true. Vee-Jay Records had already released Introducing… The Beatles just ten days earlier on January 10, 1964. That album had been delayed due to legal disputes, but it still technically hit stores first. So why does Meet the Beatles! get all the glory? Because Capitol Records had the marketing muscle to push The Beatles into every home, radio station, and teenage bedroom across America. The result? This was the album that truly changed the game.

2. The Cover Was a Recycled UK Image—with a Twist

The album’s stunning blue-tinted cover wasn’t shot for Meet the Beatles! at all. It was actually the same Robert Freeman portrait used on the UK album With the Beatles, but Capitol gave it a subtle makeover. They added a blue tint to make it look more dramatic and mysterious—a decision that gave the album an instantly cool, iconic feel. This move set the stage for The Beatles’ visual identity in America, where they weren’t just musicians but mystical figures from another world.

3. The Tracklist Was Completely Reworked for the U.S.

If you compare Meet the Beatles! to its British counterpart, With the Beatles, you’ll notice a major difference: no cover songs. Capitol stripped out the R&B and rock ‘n’ roll covers from the UK version, leaving only original Lennon-McCartney compositions (plus George Harrison’s “Don’t Bother Me”) alongside their explosive U.S. hit single, “I Want to Hold Your Hand.” This was a brilliant strategy—Capitol wanted Americans to see The Beatles as songwriters, not just another band covering Chuck Berry and Motown. It worked: the album dominated the charts, cementing Lennon and McCartney’s status as a songwriting powerhouse.

4. Some Songs Were in “Fake Stereo”

Audiophiles, brace yourselves—Meet the Beatles! wasn’t exactly a sonic masterpiece. Capitol hadn’t received proper stereo mixes of some tracks, so they resorted to “duophonic stereo”, which was basically a sneaky way of faking it. By slightly separating the treble and bass between speakers and adding a tiny delay, Capitol tricked listeners into thinking they were hearing a stereo recording. The result? A hollow, echo-heavy version of songs like “I Want to Hold Your Hand” that still makes purists cringe today.

5. It Kicked Off One of the Fastest-Selling Albums in History

Meet the Beatles! wasn’t just big—it was astronomical. When it hit shelves on January 20, 1964, The Beatles were already on the verge of explosion in the U.S. But then, just a few weeks later, they played The Ed Sullivan Show on February 9—and boom. Overnight, The Beatles became unstoppable. The album shot to #1 on February 15 and stayed there for 11 weeks, only to be dethroned by…their own next album, The Beatles’ Second Album. By the time 1964 was over, The Beatles had the top five spots on the Billboard Hot 100—a feat that has never been repeated.

Meet the Beatles! was a cultural phenomenon. It turned The Beatles into household names in America, reshaped the music industry, and proved that British bands could take over the world. With its carefully curated tracklist, iconic cover, and industry-shaking success, Meet the Beatles! remains one of the most important albums in rock history. So the next time you hear that opening chord of “I Want to Hold Your Hand”, remember—you’re listening to the moment when everything changed.

5 Surprising Facts About Robyn’s ‘Body Talk’

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5 Surprising Facts About Robyn’s ‘Body Talk’

Some albums reshape a genre entirely. That’s Robyn’s Body Talk, an electro-pop masterpiece that refused to play by the rules. Released in 2010, this album was a game-changer, not just for Robyn, but for the entire future of pop music. It gave us “Dancing on My Own”, a song that would go on to soundtrack breakups, gym sessions, and dramatic solo dance parties worldwide. But behind the shimmering synths and emotional bangers, Body Talk has stories that even the biggest fans might not know. Let’s dive into five lesser-known facts about Robyn’s most iconic record.

1. The Album Was Never Supposed to Exist

Originally, Robyn planned to release three mini-albums instead of a full-length LP. The idea was to keep things fresh, release music as she made it, and avoid long gaps between projects. Body Talk Pt. 1 and Pt. 2 arrived in June and September 2010, but instead of a third installment, Robyn decided to merge the best tracks into one definitive album. The final version of Body Talk included five new songs and served as the ultimate highlight reel of her most ambitious project yet. Talk about a last-minute plot twist!

2. “Dancing on My Own” Almost Didn’t Make the Cut

It’s hard to imagine Body Talk without “Dancing on My Own”, but Robyn actually had mixed feelings about the song at first. She loved the track but felt like it represented a younger version of herself, one she was trying to move on from. After months of second-guessing, she decided to include it—and thank the pop gods she did. Not only did it become her signature anthem, but Rolling Stone later ranked it #20 on their “500 Greatest Songs of All Time” list. Proof that sometimes, the songs we almost leave behind are the ones that define us.

3. Max Martin Made a Surprise Comeback

Before Body Talk, Robyn had already reinvented herself from teen pop star to indie-pop powerhouse. But she decided to circle back to her roots for one track—“Time Machine”, co-written with none other than Max Martin. Yes, the same hit-making wizard behind Britney Spears’ …Baby One More Time and The Weeknd’s Blinding Lights. Martin had worked on Robyn’s ’90s breakout hits but hadn’t collaborated with her for over a decade. This reunion wasn’t just nostalgic—it was a full-circle moment proving that pop can evolve without losing its essence.

4. “Fembot” Was Robyn’s Way of Making Fun of Herself

At first listen, “Fembot” sounds like a futuristic anthem about technology and artificial intelligence. But according to Robyn, it was really about turning 30 and dealing with people’s expectations about marriage and kids. She saw humor in how women are often expected to be “programmed” for certain life milestones, so she leaned into the robotic theme. The best part? The song’s cheeky lyrics: “I got some news for you / Fembots have feelings too”. It’s Robyn in her purest, most playful form, proving that pop music can be both deep and ridiculously fun.

5. Body Talk Secretly Influenced Every Pop Star You Love

Even if you haven’t played Body Talk on repeat since 2010 (which, let’s be real, you should be), its impact is everywhere. Taylor Swift cited it as a major influence on 1989, Lorde called it “the peak of pop”, and Charli XCX built an entire career on the Robyn blueprint. And let’s not forget that Dancing on My Own became one of the most covered songs of the decade, with versions by Calum Scott, Kelly Clarkson, and even Kings of Leon. If you’ve ever loved a sad banger with shimmering synths, you can thank Robyn for paving the way.

It’s been over a decade since Body Talk changed the landscape of electronic pop, but it still sounds as fresh as ever. From its genre-bending production to its unapologetically emotional songwriting, Body Talk set the standard for what modern pop music could be. So the next time you’re dancing alone in your room, remember that Robyn did it first, and she did it best.

Now, excuse me while I blast “Call Your Girlfriend” at full volume.

Parker McCollum Announces Fall 2025 Tour Dates, Bringing His High-Energy Live Show Nationwide

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Parker McCollum Announces Fall 2025 Tour Dates, Bringing His High-Energy Live Show Nationwide

Multi-Platinum and award-winning Country star, Parker McCollum, is announcing Fall tour dates for his newly rebranded Emporium Presents, PARKER MCCOLLUM TOUR. The name change comes as McCollum leans on his roots – reflecting on the legacy he carved out for himself touring the Red Dirt Country scene in his home state of Texas. Known for his captivating and explosive live shows, McCollum sets the standard of authenticity as he maintains the traditionalism of the Country genre while appealing to contemporary audiences. Special guests for newly announced dates include Ashley Cooke, Corey Smith, Hudson Westbrook, Kameron Marlowe, Laci Kaye Booth and Vincent Mason.

Parker McCollum Tour Dates:

8.19.25 Highland, CA Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel
9.4.25 Lubbock, TX United Supermarkets Arena
9.5.25 San Angelo, TX CRC Roofers Coliseum
9.18.25 Baltimore, MD Pier Six Pavilion
9.19.25 Charlotte, NC Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
9.20.25 Raleigh, NC Red Hat Amphitheatre
9.25.25 Knoxville, TN Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center
9.26.25 Tallahassee, FL Donald L. Tucker Civic Center
10.2.25 State College, PA Bryce Jordan Center
10.4.25 Tinley Park, IL Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
10.9.25 St. Joseph, MO St. Joseph Civic Arena
10.10.25 Sioux City, IA Tyson Events Center
10.11.25 Grand Forks, ND Ralph Engelstad Arena
10.16.25 Casper, WY Ford Wyoming Center
10.17.25 Rapid City, SD Summit Arena at The Monument
10.18.25 Bismarck, ND Bismarck Event Center

McCollum will be taking the stage tonight for his third consecutive SOLD OUT show at the iconic RODEOHOUSTON. The evening will be one to remember as he gives the crowd one unforgettable concert experience.

Singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Parker McCollum has reached the ranks of a bona fide Country music superstar by connecting with fans and critics alike through his relatable and authentic sound. His most recent album, Never Enough (released on May 12, 2023 via MCA Nashville), is a statement collection of music that cements his status as one of Country’s strongest new voices. Currently on his massive Burn It Down Tour throughout 2024, McCollum will be performing at some of the most iconic venues around the nation and appearing at Country music’s top music festivals.

McCollum has been named an ‘Artist to Watch’ by Rolling Stone, Billboard, SiriusXM, CMT, RIAA, and more with American Songwriter noting, “The Texas native teeters on the edge of next-level superstardom.” Music Row listed McCollum as their 2021 Breakout Artist of the Year and Apple also included him as one of their all-genre “Up Next Artists” Class of 2021. A dedicated road warrior, McCollum made his debut at the famed Grand Ole Opry in 2021 and has sold out major concert venues around the U.S. In March 2022, McCollum made his debut at RODEOHOUSTON to a sold-out crowd with over 73,000 tickets sold, returning to perform at the Opening Day celebration in 2023.

He recently made a dream come true with his first-ever Austin City Limits performance, kicking off their 2023 season. In 2022, McCollum earned his first ACM Award for New Male Artist of the Year, took home “Breakthrough Video of the Year” (a fully fan-voted honor) at the 2022 CMT Music Awards and scored two back-to-back CMA Awards nominations (2022 & 2023) for New Artist of the Year. He is nominated for another CMA Award for “Song of the Year” (2024) for his explosive Platinum hit “Burn It Down” – marking his third straight nomination. Recently, McCollum scored his second ACM Award for “Visual Media of the Year” for his music video for “Burn It Down.”

The hit single marks his fourth consecutive #1 – following his other chart toppers “Pretty Heart,” “To Be Loved By You,” and “Handle On You.” McCollum’s latest single, the foot-stomping, shoot-it-straight, “What Kinda Man,” shows his return to the musical Texas roots that got him started. “What Kinda Man” and its official music video are available now.

Gemma Laurence Announces Third Album, We Were Bodies Underwater, Due Out Summer 2025

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Gemma Laurence Announces Third Album, We Were Bodies Underwater, Due Out Summer 2025

After two years of touring and writing tirelessly, Brooklyn-based Sapphic folk artist Gemma Laurence is ready to announce her third and forthcoming album, We Were Bodies Underwater, due out Summer 2025 via MainFactor and Mad Dragon Records. At its core, We Were Bodies Underwater is a story of finding softness in harsh places, love and tenderness in trauma’s wake. Following the arc of two lovers’ lives, Laurence paints a series of nine vignettes with visceral detail: the skin’s first shock of desire, the tongue’s taste of blood, the stomach’s pit of longing. Sweeping and cinematic, the album pulls listeners into a universe where the past bleeds into the present, where the streets of Brooklyn melt into the open Oklahoma plains, and where nothing is ever truly forgotten.

With the album announcement, she shares an unforgettable lead single, “Bloodlines.”

“Bloodlines” tells a story of nostalgia and trauma, centered around two lovers intertwined in each others’ grasp. Combining her folk background with her love of alt-country and early 00’s rock, Laurence leans into a grungier, twangier sound on her latest offering. Electric guitars wail and shriek in one moment then cut out in the next; pedal steel croons in the distance while mandolin melodies fall like water through a wash of harmonies; banjo-driven rhythms propel the song forward and a pulsing kick drum beats on with a grounding force. And soaring over everything, Laurence’s lilting dulcet twang takes the center stage.

With the single release, Laurence shares a music video directed by Ross Page and co-written and produced by Page and herself. Shot on Super 8, the music video has a timeless feel to it, capturing two lovers building a home together. Everything seems picture-perfect… until the world they’ve created grows more and more strange, and a darker, almost Lynchian, scene unfolds. Trapped in an uncanny valley of memory and fantasy, of what was and what could have been, the two dancers spin effortlessly through a liminal space in the shape of a home.

Ephemeral and elegiac, gut-wrenching and life-affirming, “Bloodlines” tells a story of love and its aftermath, and how the past lives on within us.

Argentinian Trio TRÍADA Releases Debut EP ‘De Versiones y Alma’

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Argentinian Trio TRÍADA Releases Debut EP ‘De Versiones y Alma’

The Argentinian band TRÍADA—comprised of Diamela Spina (percussion, vocals), Aylen Reynoso (guitar) and Julia Percowicz (vocals)— share their debut EP De Versiones y Alma, out now on Verve Records / Mercury Records. De Versiones y Alma is a rich, bite-sized EP that offers a proper introduction to TRÍADA and captures their essence via covers of songs transformed with a fresh Argentine flair. Check out the EP here, and a performance video of “Bésame Mucho.”

The Buenos Aires-based trio, who started making music together while students in performing arts school, have amassed millions of views and a global audience since they began self-recording music in 2023. As they gained momentum, they decided to call themselves TRÍADA, a reference to the musical language of three notes that make a chord, and the sisterhood of three individuals.

At the age of 19, Diamela, Aylen and Julia intonate classics with a perceived lived experience and ease that far surpasses their years. Their rendition of João Gilberto’s “O Pato,” for example, was received with much praise and delight on Instagram, where it garnered 2 million views and became their first proper release. As is the case with most of their covers, the three ladies add their youthful energy and inspiration from their home of Buenos Aires to the track.

Initially tapping into progressive rock and experimenting with a post-punk vibe, the three friends later freely dived into the sounds that formed them: folklore, jazz, bossanova, and acoustic music from singer songwriters like Jorge Drexler, Los Panchos, Gustavo Peña, João Gilberto , Rita Payés and more. Now, the trio is taking their love across borders and language barriers with an EP that calls to artists from Uruguay, Brazil, the UK, and, of course, Argentina. Exploring and expanding their artistry by revisiting and reshaping sonically stunning songs of the past, near and far, the trio is making way for self-discovery and see no limits to their growth. “We don’t know what the future holds; we haven’t produced our album yet,” they assess, “but we’re super clear on the fact that our Argentinian roots, and more broadly our Latino roots, will be there.”

Howard Shore Releases ‘Anthology – The Paris Concerts’ as London Soundtrack Festival Honors His Legacy

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Howard Shore Releases ‘Anthology – The Paris Concerts’ as London Soundtrack Festival Honors His Legacy

Howard Shore: Anthology – The Paris Concerts comes out on Deutsche Grammophon today, 21 March 2025. Curated by the multi-award-winning Canadian composer himself, this much-anticipated double album presents highlights from many of his best-loved scores, including the soundtracks to The Fly, Ed Wood, Crash, Eastern Promises and, of course, The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. It was recorded during Radio France’s sold-out Howard Shore Weekend, with the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France (OPRF), conducted by Ludwig Wicki and Bastien Stil, and Le Balcon, conducted by Mike Schäperclaus. The DG release coincides with the first ever London Soundtrack Festival, whose inaugural Inspiration Award will be presented to Howard Shore tomorrow evening as part of a gala concert at the Royal Festival Hall.

The album is available digitally, as a 2-CD set and on vinyl. The 2‑LP set comprises the pieces from The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, Esther Kahn, and the Concertino from Eastern Promises, as well as the solo piano concert work Catania. Meanwhile the deluxe vinyl version offers the complete album repertoire on 3 film-themed picture discs. The LPs are packaged in a special gatefold sleeve which features lyrics in Tolkien’s Sindarin language as well as English. STAGE+ subscribers can also explore the filmed versions of the Paris concerts here.

Howard Shore’s music has graced over a hundred films and won him a string of awards, including 3 Oscars, 3 Golden Globes and 4 Grammys. He has also written for opera, ballet and the concert hall. DG’s new anthology showcases music of different styles and eras, from Catania, performed by solo pianist Jean-Paul Gasparian, to the epic, orchestral-choral grandeur of Shore’s The Fellowship of the Ring soundtrack, featuring the Maîtrise (children’s choir) and Chœur de Radio France.

There are contrasting suites from some earlier film scores, reflecting the sinister tones of The Fly; the cool sax lines of Naked Lunch (Stéphane Guillaume ably taking on the solo part made famous by Ornette Coleman); the mysterious ambience of Ed Wood, where Lydia Kavina plays the theremin, as she did for the original, 30 years ago; and the eerie metallic sounds of harps and electric guitars heard in Crash. Also included are a gently hypnotic extract from Esther Kahn and the Eastern European-influenced Concertino from Eastern Promises, for solo violin (Raphaëlle Moreau) and chamber ensemble. And, as we might expect, the album opens in Middle-earth, with a beautiful moment from The Hobbit, starring the OPRF’s principal oboist Olivier Doise.

London Soundtrack Festival

22 March 2025 – BFI IMAX – Screenings & Intros with David Cronenberg & Howard Shore: Crash · Dead Ringers

– Royal Festival Hall – David Cronenberg & Howard Shore in conversation · LSF Gala Concert

23 March 2025 – BFI IMAX, Screening & Intro with Howard Shore: The Lord of the Rings trilogy

24 March 2025 – Barbican Hall, Concert & Post-show talk with Howard Shore:

The Silence of the Lambs – Live to Projection

Upcoming Howard Shore Live to projection concerts:

4 April 2025 – Olympiahalle, Munich (The Two Towers) 

13 April 2025 – Movistar Arena, Santiago (The Two Towers) 

8, 9 & 10 May 2025 – Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco (The Two Towers) 

17 & 18 May 2025 – Prince Mahidol Hall, Bangkok (The Two Towers) 

23, 24 & 25 May 2025 – Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver (The Fellowship of the Ring) 

27, 28 & 29 June 2025 – Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh (The Fellowship of the Ring) 

13 & 14 June 2025 – Walt Disney Theater, Orlando (The Return of the King) 

5 & 6 September 2025 – Grand Théâtre de Québec, Quebec (The Two Towers) 

18 – 21 September 2025 – Queen Elizabeth Hall, Antwerp (The Return of the King) 

31 October & 1 November 2025 – DeVos Performance Hall, Grand Rapids (The Fellowship of the Ring) 

9, 10 & 11 January 2026 – Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier, Montreal (The Two Towers) 

Wings’ Venus and Mars Celebrates 50 Years with Half-Speed Master Edition and Dolby ATMOS Mix

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Wings’ Venus and Mars Celebrates 50 Years with Half-Speed Master Edition and Dolby ATMOS Mix

MPL and UMe commemorate the 50th anniversary of Wings’ fourth studio album Venus and Mars with a half speed master edition and Dolby ATMOS mix, released today and available HERE.

One of the world’s most beloved rock outfits, Wings came to define the era of 1970s arena rock, while dominating the airwaves with no fewer than 14 US Top 10 hits and 12 Top 10 hits in the UK. Following their 1973 masterpiece Band on the Run, Venus and Mars would represent another peak of Wings’ creative and commercial heyday. The band’s fourth studio album, it was released on May 27, 1975 ahead of the legendary Wings Over the World tour. Preceded by the US Number One single “Listen To What The Man Said” and featuring “Letting Go,” a fan favorite in Paul’s live set to this day, Venus and Mars hit Number One in the album charts on both sides of the Atlantic and went on to sell over 4 million copies worldwide.

50 years since the album’s original release, Venus and Mars has received critical acclaim anew, described “ingenious” in a 9/10 review in Uncut Magazine and “rifftastic tunes that juggle his melodic gifts and pop smarts with the desire to rock out” by MOJO.

In celebration of today’s release, live music videos of Wings performing “Letting Go” and “Rockshow” during the 1975 “Wings Over The World” tour, featuring Paul and Linda McCartney, Denny Laine, Jimmy McCulloch and Joe English, have been remastered in 4K. Watch “Letting Go” HERE. “Rockshow” premieres on YouTube HERE at 1600 GMT.

This special 50th anniversary vinyl edition was cut at half speed using a high-resolution transfer of the original master tapes from 1975 by Miles Showell at Abbey Road Studios. The album is presented as a meticulous reproduction of the original UK pressing, with recreations of the original “Venus and Mars are alright tonight” circular sticker and “comparative sizes of sun and planets” bookmark sticker, and comes with two posters with photography by Aubrey Powell and Sylvia de Swaan. The iconic album artwork by Hipgnosis has been meticulously recreated and presented in a gatefold sleeve.

Venus and Mars is also now available in Dolby ATMOS for the first time, newly mixed by Giles Martin and Steve Orchard.

Less than one year after Band on the Run’s release, the first recording sessions for Venus and Mars took place in November 1974, and featured a revamped Wings line-up. Following the departure of Denny Seiwell and Henry McCullough on the eve of the Band on the Run sessions in Lagos, Paul and Linda McCartney and Denny Laine were now joined by guitarist Jimmy McCulloch and drummer Geoff Britton. After recording “Letting Go,” “Medicine Jar” and “Love In Song” at Abbey Road Studios, Wings left London for New Orleans’ Sea Saint Studios, facing another unexpected line-up shift with Geoff Britton’s exit, recruiting Joe English to complete the album.

In tandem with Venus and Mars’ topping the charts worldwide, the album’s predecessor Band on the Run was continuing to build its global multi-platinum popularity. With a powerful new line-up solidified, Wings’ response to the overwhelming demand surrounding them was to launch the Wings Over the World tour — a 65-date run of shows starting in 1975 and stretching into October 1976.

The first Wings release for 2025, Venus and Mars follows 2024’s theatrical release of the rare Wings live-in-studio performance film One Hand Clapping and its accompanying album landing in the Best of 2024 lists of Billboard, Uproxx and the Los Angeles Times, as well as last year’s 50th anniversary edition of Band on the Run.

Looking ahead, the new book WINGS: The Story of a Band on the Run, will be published on November 4, 2025 – a landmark account of Paul’s triumphant musical reinvention in the 1970s and the rise of one of the decade’s most iconic and vital bands. More exciting celebratory Wings activity and announcements are soon set to follow.

Side One
1 Venus and Mars
2 Rock Show
3 Love in Song
4 You Gave Me the Answer
5 Magneto and Titanium Man
6 Letting Go

Side Two
1 Venus and Mars – Reprise
2 Spirits of Ancient Egypt
3 Medicine Jar
4 Call Me Back Again
5 Listen to What the Man Said
6 Treat Her Gently – Lonely Old People
7 Crossroads

Venus and Mars is also available to stream in Dolby ATMOS.

Jonas Brothers Announce JONAS20: Living the Dream Tour and Release New Single “Love Me To Heaven”

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Jonas Brothers Announce JONAS20: Living the Dream Tour and Release New Single “Love Me To Heaven”

GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum superstars Jonas Brothers return with new music today, releasing their latest single “Love Me To Heaven” out now. This morning on Good Morning America, Jonas Brothers shared an exclusive touring announcement—this summer, they’ll hit the road on their highly-anticipated “JONAS20: Living the Dream” Tour, performing in stadiums and arenas across North America. The tour’s title was inspired by the band’s journey of living their dreams over the last 20 years—from performing in local malls in New Jersey to selling out stadiums and arenas around the world. Fans can visit jonasbrothers.com for more info and updates, and stay tuned for the official tour routing and on-sale details to be revealed this Sunday!

Co-written with GRAMMY-nominated songwriter and their frequent collaborator Justin Tranter, “Love Me To Heaven” is an anthemic celebration of love. The uplifting and catchy track features an ‘80s-inspired beat accentuated by shimmering keys, upbeat acoustic guitar, and a stadium-size chant, highlighting the brothers’ vocals as they sing, “Could give me everything, but it ain’t enough. You can’t put a price on the human touch. I could be down, but you love me to heaven. Love me to heaven, babe!”

This Sunday, Jonas Brothers will celebrate 20 years of music, movies, memories, and more at the milestone JONASCON event, a one-of-a-kind fan experience taking place in their home state of New Jersey this Sunday, March 23rd at American Dream. The all-day event will feature live performances by the Jonas Brothers (featuring their original 2007 band), Nick Jonas, DNCE, All-American Rejects, Franklin Jonas, and more. The event will also include DJ sets, Q&A panels, fan activations, pop-up surprises, immersive experiences, and special guest appearances. A nod to their early days of mall performances, JONASCON will commemorate the band’s incredible two decades and show their appreciation to the fans who have been with them from the beginning.

2025 has seen the global pop icons collaborate with a slew of artists across genres, including Marshmello on “Slow Motion” and Rascal Flatts on their single “I Dare You.” Not to mention, Joe Jonas teamed up with Ashley Cooke on her song “All I Forgot,” and the duo performed a stripped-back version of the track for CMT Studio Sessions—watch HERE.

“Love Me To Heaven” sets the stage for more exciting announcements to come from Jonas Brothers very soon!

Standing out as one of the most successful groups of the 21st century, Jonas Brothers—Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas, and Kevin Jonas—have sold north of 20 million albums and counting, garnered two GRAMMY® Award nominations, earned 26 Billboard Hot 100 hits, logged three consecutive #1 debuts on the Billboard 200, and generated billions of streams. Among many accolades, they’ve recently claimed a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In 2019, they notably ignited the comeback of the decade with their Platinum-Certified Republic Records debut, Happiness Begins. It yielded the history-making, 5x-Platinum smash “Sucker,” which minted them as “the first group in the 21st century to debut at #1 on the Hot 100,” exploded as the “longest running #1 Pop Airplay Single of 2019,” and received a GRAMMY® Award nomination in the category of “Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.” Bowing at #1 on the Billboard 200, Happiness Begins impressively scored the “biggest sales week of 2019 at time of release” and housed the Double-Platinum “Only Human” and Platinum “Cool.” The band supported the album with the worldwide “Happiness Begins Tour”—selling over 1.2 million tickets—and the Amazon Original documentaries Chasing Happiness and Happiness Continues. Along the way, the members simultaneously juggled prolific solo careers extending into television, film, and successful business ventures. In 2023, Jonas Brothers once again proved they are a constant force, embarking on a new era with the release of The Album, via Republic Records. The Album was produced by Jon Bellion and features hit singles “Waffle House” and “Wings.” In support of the new album and this new era for Jonas Brothers, they kicked off “The Tour” with two sold-out shows at New York’s iconic Yankee Stadium. “The Tour” included stadium and arena dates around the globe through 2024, resulting in the band’s biggest and most extensive tour to date. 2025 marks a special year for Jonas Brothers as they celebrate their 20th anniversary as a band. To kick off the year, Jonas Brothers recently released a new single “Slow Motion” with producer Marshmello and announced JONASCON, a special one-day event taking place in their home state of New Jersey in celebration of the band’s incredible two decades.

NAV And Metro Boomin Drop New Song And Video “Real Me” Ahead of ‘OMW2 REXDALE’

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NAV And Metro Boomin Drop New Song And Video “Real Me” Ahead of ‘OMW2 REXDALE’

Chart-topping rapper, producer, and XO artist NAV announced his highly anticipated new album, OMW2 REXDALE, earlier this week, and today he’s back with the first single from it. On “Real Me,” NAV and Metro Boomin reconnect, crafting an atmospheric pocket that feels like a world of its own. The accompanying Hidji-directed (Future, Latto, 21 Savage, Nas) video showcases the duo donned in XO chains and exquisite stylings, captured through stunning cinematography. “Real Me” marks their first collaboration since “Calling” from the Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse soundtrack—a massive hit that has amassed over half a billion streams. The single follows the final album trailer, where NAV wakes up in his childhood bedroom before being pulled through a surreal plane into an interstellar-like dimension.

NAV, who made his India performance debut in Mumbai late last year, has been one of the most successful artists of the past decade. Since joining XO—led by The Weeknd—he became the label’s first official signee in 2016. He has since garnered 9 billion global streams, 11 million RIAA-certified digital units, four RIAA Gold albums, and 11 Hot 100 hits. His last album, Demons Protected By Angels, released in September 2022, debuted at #1 on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop and Rap charts with over 275 million streams globally, marking NAV’s third #1 album and fifth consecutive top 10 album in the U.S. He has reached the #1 spot on the Billboard 200 twice with Bad Habits (2019) and Good Intentions (2020).

Selena Gomez and benny blanco Release ‘I Said I Love You First,’ a Heartfelt Collaborative Album

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Selena Gomez and benny blanco Release ‘I Said I Love You First,’ a Heartfelt Collaborative Album

I Said I Love You First, the highly-anticipated first collaborative album from GRAMMY-nominated, multi-Platinum recording artist Selena Gomez and GRAMMY nominated, multi-Platinum artist, record producer and songwriter benny blanco, is out now. Additionally, the video for album track “Younger and Hotter Than Me” debuts today, directed by longtime blanco collaborator Jake Schreier.

The album features previously-shared singles, “Scared of Loving You,” the stunning pop ballad written by Gomez, blanco and GRAMMY® winner FINNEAS, “Call Me When You Break Up” with GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams and “Sunset Blvd,” which was inspired by the couple’s first date on the historic Hollywood street and debuted alongside a video directed by longtime Gomez collaborator Petra Collins.

I Said I Love You First celebrates the pair’s love story, giving fans a unique window into their relationship. The album came together organically as a direct result of the comfort that they both felt when working together creatively, allowing them to produce art that authentically reflects their experiences. It chronicles their entire story—before they met, falling in love and looking to what the future holds.

Gomez is one of the most globally and culturally celebrated artists, actors, producers, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists of her generation. As a recording artist she has sold more than 197 million singles and has garnered over 34 billion streams worldwide. Gomez has released three critically lauded solo studio albums, all of which debuted at number one on Billboard’s 200 album chart. Her most recent massive hit, “Calm Down,” with singer Rema became the most successful Afrobeat song of all time and the longest running song ever on Billboard’s U.S. Pop Airplay Chart. As an actor and producer, Gomez has been recognized for her work with multiple Emmy, Golden Globe and SAG nominations, including receiving her first win with her fellow cast for “Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series. In addition, she recently received her first BAFTA nomination for her role in the audacious, Jacques Audiard film Emilia Perez.

benny blanco is a record producer, songwriter, artist, actor, record executive and New York Times bestselling author. benny has contributed to the sale of hundreds of millions of albums worldwide through his work with artists including Ed Sheeran, SZA, Rihanna, Katy Perry, Maroon 5, Juice WRLD, Sia, and many more. As a solo artist, benny has released Platinum albums —FRIENDS KEEP SECRETS and FRIENDS KEEP SECRETS 2—that have been streamed more than 11 billion times to date and have featured multiple multi-Platinum hits.

SELENA GOMEZ AND BENNY BLANCO—I SAID I LOVE YOU FIRST
1. I Said I Love You First
2. Younger and Hotter Than Me 3. Call Me When You Break Up
4. Ojos Tristes
5. Don’t Wanna Cry
6. Sunset Blvd
7. Cowboy
8. Bluest Flame
9. How Does It Feel To Be Forgotten
10. Do You Wanna Be Perfect
11. You Said You Were Sorry
12. I Can’t Get Enough
13. Don’t Take It Personally
14. Scared of Loving You

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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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