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Yo-Yo Ma and Boston Symphony Orchestra Unveil Shostakovich: The Cello Concertos, Out April 25 via Deutsche Grammophon

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Yo-Yo Ma and Boston Symphony Orchestra Unveil Shostakovich: The Cello Concertos, Out April 25 via Deutsche Grammophon

In October 2023, cellist Yo-Yo Ma returned to Boston’s Symphony Hall to play Shostakovich’s two cello concertos with the Boston Symphony Orchestra and its Music Director Andris Nelsons. Recorded by a team headed by legendary Hollywood producer Shawn Murphy and BSO lead recording engineer Nick Squire, their performances of these two very different works are now set to be released by Deutsche Grammophon to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the composer’s death in 1975.

Shostakovich: The Cello Concertos will be issued as a standalone digital, CD, and vinyl album on 25 April 2025. The opening Allegretto of the First Concerto will be available to stream or download from 28 February. Yo-Yo Ma’s recordings are also included in the anthology bringing together the BSO’s decade-long, GRAMMY Award®-winning Shostakovich project. This contains all fifteen symphonies, key incidental works, new recordings of the complete cello, piano, and violin concertos – the latter with soloists Yuja Wang and Baiba Skride respectively – and the first commercial audio release in more than 20 years of the composer’s only full-length opera, Lady Macbeth of the Mtsensk District. It will be released digitally and as a 19-CD box set on 28 March.

Shostakovich’s Cello Concerto No. 1 in E flat major dates from 1959. Cast in four movements, it was dedicated to and premiered by the composer’s old friend Mstislav Rostropovich. Yo-Yo Ma has played the work many times, and here brings out the contrasting moods of its writing, from dark irony to poignant lyricism, with his signature virtuosic brilliance. In many places he creates an eloquent dialogue with BSO principal horn Richard Sebring.

Reviewing the First Concerto performance, the Boston Globe wrote, “in the second movement’s eerie duet between the cello and celesta, the high-pitched sound of Ma’s cello harmonics was so thin and crystalline that they sounded like a wind instrument. The extended cadenza was pensive, slowly ramping into the sardonic burlesque of the finale, which sent the orchestra hurtling to the finish line with Ma clinging to his cello as if for dear life.”

Rostropovich premiered the Second Cello Concerto in G major in Moscow on 25 September 1966, Shostakovich’s 60th birthday. He was also the soloist for the BSO’s first performance of the work, which, by sad coincidence, took place on 10 August 1975, the day after the composer’s death.

The Second begins in a melancholy vein, with a sighing phrase for the solo cello. After the extended Largo, the second and third movements are played without a break. Shostakovich mimics a street song from Odessa in the central Allegretto. That tune is dramatically restated in the finale, which begins with a horn fanfare and eventually ends with wood block, tom-tom, snare drum, and xylophone (part of the orchestra’s huge percussion section) punctuating a long-held drone note from the cellist.

This more reflective, inward-looking work is less frequently performed than its predecessor. As noted by the Boston Globe, however, “one could scarcely have asked for a better trail through [this less familiar territory] than the path Ma charted with Nelsons and the BSO … Here the cello brooded resolutely … there it raged in dark outbursts only to be answered by explosive thuds from the bass drum.”

Yo-Yo Ma will be reunited with the BSO and Nelsons at Symphony Hall on 11 April 2025 (sold out) and at New York’s Carnegie Hall on 24 April. Together they will perform the First Cello Concerto as part of an all-Shostakovich programme which will also feature the composer’s Symphony No. 11 “The Year 1905”.

“Having Yo-Yo Ma, one of the greatest cellists of our time, join us on our journey through Shostakovich’s music has been an immense privilege and a joy for all of us at the BSO,” says Andris Nelsons. “Yo-Yo has a totally unique imagination which infects everyone around him. His incredible range and depth and his humanity are ever present when performing Shostakovich’s demanding cello concertos. We are very proud to present this recording with Deutsche Grammophon, including as part of our complete Shostakovich box set, and I look forward to reprising the First Cello Concerto with Yo‑Yo in Boston and at Carnegie Hall later this spring.”

The Head and the Heart Announce ‘Aperture,’ Their Self-Produced Sixth Album, Out May 9 via Verve Forecast

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The Head and the Heart Announce ‘Aperture,’ Their Self-Produced Sixth Album, Out May 9 via Verve Forecast

The Head and the Heart have confirmed a May 9 release date for their sixth studio album, Aperture, which also marks their debut for Verve Forecast.  New single “After the Setting Sun” is out today and can be streamed here. The new track follows the release of their own record setting #1 AAA single “Arrow” and a new, separate version of the track featuring Mt. Joy that supports victims of the recent LA fires. Aperture brings the band back to a DIY approach as it’s the first record self-produced by the band since their self-titled debut album in 2011.

The band has also announced the “Aperture” tour kicking off on May 31 in Detroit. The tour includes stops at Central Park Summerstage in New York City, the Greek Theater in Los Angeles, and more. The tour will include stops at Summerfest and Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival this summer. See below for a full rundown of dates. Every ticket sold will add +$1 to donate to the band’s Rivers and Roads Foundation. The foundation, started by The Head and The Heart, raises money for local Seattle-based music programs and initiatives with an emphasis on equitable access to music education, and mental health resources and support for musicians.

During more than 15 years together, The Head and The Heart have journeyed their way through a lot of different terrain – a critically and commercially revered debut album and follow up on stalwart indie Sub Pop, followed by three albums with big hits on major label Warner Records. But after touring in support of 2022’s Every Shade of Blue tour, they started asking questions. Where have we been and what’s next? Taking their future into their own hands, the band decamped to Richmond, Va., and hit the reset button with a grip of ideas in tow. As they did in their early years, band members handled production duties themselves. Staying true to their own creative vision was paramount, and through a year of sessions in their twin home bases of Seattle and Richmond, The Head and The Heart found their way forward by believing in their power as one.

“I believe we’ve made a very great record together and obviously the title is an important aspect of the final product,” says group member Matty Gervais. “For me, Aperture represents the choice we all must make between resigning ourselves to darkness, or letting the light in and recognizing our own agency to do so. It feels relevant to the times, in that we’re literally choosing between authoritarianism vs. democracy. Ignorance vs. enlightenment on a macro scale, and complacency/cynicism vs. hope, empathy and perseverance on the micro scale. To me, it sums up a lot of what each of these songs is grappling with in some form and what we’ve collectively gone through as a band. It’s about choosing hope again and again, no matter how many times it may feel that you have lost it.”

As for the title song, Gervais says it is “an invitation to wake up in the present moment recognizing that it is all we have, in all its contradictions of beauty and pain, joy and despair, unfathomable vastness and impermanence.”

At early sessions for Aperture, the group instantly tapped into a renewed enthusiasm, with a tide of ideas rippling out in a matter of days. There was a rawness and unfettered energy to these songs. A band that had built a massive audience with meticulous arrangements and studio perfection suddenly found a vim that bordered on punk. Pianist Kenny Hensley sang and contributed lyrics for the first time, and drummer Tyler Williams even sang lead for the first time, boosting an explosive tune from vocalist/guitarist Jonathan Russell called “Cop Car.”

Russell previously said the decision for the band to return to self-producing was “a 180 in terms of where we were headed. We really wanted to make our next music our own way, and it was a lot of fun to have all of us in a room together again. When we’d have downtime over the past two years, we’d all fly into either Seattle or Richmond and work in a specific studio in each place. We worked with engineers from our past. All these things went into being able to reimagine how we wanted to approach making music.”

Aperture is the follow-up to 2022’s Every Shade of Blue, which spawned hits from its title song and “Virginia (Wind in the Night).”

Fans can presave/preorder the new album Aperture and explore exclusive products, including signed copies HERE.

Tour Dates:
5/31/25 – The Fillmore Detroit – Detroit, MI *
6/1/25 – History – Toronto, ON *
6/3/25 – MTELUS – Montreal, QC *
6/5/25 – MGM Music Hall at Fenway – Boston, MA *
6/6/25 – The Met Philadelphia – Philadelphia, PA *
6/7/25 – The Fillmore, Silver Spring – Silver Spring, MD *
6/9/25 – Coca-Cola Roxy – Atlanta, GA *
6/10/25 – The Saint Augustine Amphitheatre – St. Augustine, FL *
6/12/25 – The Fillmore New Orleans – New Orleans, LA *
6/13/25 – Gilley’s Dallas, South Side Ballroom – Dallas, TX *
6/14/25 – Whitewater Amphitheatre – New Braunfels, TX *
6/15/25 – Bayou Music Center – Houston, TX *
6/18/25 – Uptown Theater – Kansas City, MO *
6/19/25 – Palace Theatre – Saint Paul, MN *
6/20/25 – Summerfest – Milwaukee, WI (Festival)
7/15/25 – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre – Charlotte, NC ^
7/16/25 – Red Hat Amphitheater – Raleigh, NC ^
7/18/25 – Riverfront Park, Ascend Amphitheater – Nashville, TN ^
7/19/25 – Iroquois Amphitheater – Louisville, KY ^
7/20/25 – The ICON Festival Stage at Smale Park – Cincinnati, OH^
7/22/25 – Asheville Yards – Asheville, NC ^
7/23/25 – KEMBA Live!, Outdoor Amphitheater – Columbus, OH ^
7/26/25 – Pines Theater – Northampton, MA ^
7/27/25 – Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks – Bethlehem, PA ^
7/30/25 – SummerStage in Central Park – New York, NY ^
7/31/25 – Stone Pony Summerstage – Asbury Park, NJ ~
8/1/25 – Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront – Richmond, VA ~
8/2/25 – Riverfront Park – Harrisburg, PA ~
8/3/25 – Stage AE – Pittsburgh, PA ~
8/5/25 – Jacobs Pavilion – Cleveland, OH &
8/6/25 – Everwise Amphitheater – Indianapolis, IN &
8/8/25 – The Salt Shed, Fairgrounds – Chicago, IL &
8/10/25 – The Astro, Outdoor Amphitheater – La Vista, NE &
8/13/25 – Ogden Amphitheater – Ogden, UT &
8/14/25 – Outlaw Field at the Idaho Botanical Garden – Boise, ID &
8/15/25 – Edgefield Amphitheater – Troutdale, OR &
8/16/25 – T-Mobile Park, Direct Support to Lumineers – Seattle, WA
9/11/25 – Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival – Fredericton, NB
9/24/25 – The Greek Theatre – Berkeley, CA +
9/25/25 – Channel 24 – Sacramento, CA !
9/26/25 – Vina Robles Amphitheatre – Paso Robles, CA !
9/28/25 – Greek Theatre – Los Angeles, CA !
9/29/25 – Gallagher Square – San Diego, CA !
9/30/25 – Arizona Financial Theatre – Phoenix, AZ !
10/2/25 – Revel – Albuquerque, NM
10/4/25 – The Criterion – Oklahoma City, OK
10/5/25 – JJ’s Live – Fayetteville, AR
10/7/25 – The Lyric Oxford – Oxford, MS
10/10/25 – The Tennessee Theatre – Knoxville, TN

Maya Delilah Unveils ‘Maya Maya Maya,’ Final Single Before Debut Album ‘The Long Way Round’ Drops March 28

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Maya Delilah Unveils ‘Maya Maya Maya,’ Final Single Before Debut Album ‘The Long Way Round’ Drops March 28

Maya Delilah has released “Maya Maya Maya,” the final single to be revealed from her forthcoming debut album The Long Way Round out March 28 via Blue Note/Capitol. The London-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist was recently named a 2025 Spotify “Artist To Watch,” another sure sign of her rising star after she was named to the Fender Next “Class of 2024.” Maya’s debut album makes good on that promise by bringing all the elements of her art together — the intimacy, the ability, the inspiration, the depth, the lightness — into one striking work.

Following the unvarnished funk of the flirty single “Squeeze,” the endearing soul-pop gem “Maya Maya Maya” shows yet another side of Maya’s musical personality. “It feels like a song to my younger self,” she says. “It’s about not being taken advantage of, not always trying to please people, and making sure I’m living in the right way.”

“This album is a combination of so many parts of me,” says Maya. “I get so influenced by different genres, people, places, and experiences that it’s always felt hard for me to fit my music into a consistent sound or mood. It took me a long time (hence The Long Way Round) to realize that it’s a beautiful thing to have a body of work that explores so many different influences.”

Making the album was also a literal journey, from a barn-based studio in Devon, England, to a home studio in Los Angeles, and back to various rooms across London. All with a cast of friends new and old, including producers Peter Miles, Josh Grant, Doug Schadt, Seth Tackaberry, and Aquilo’s Ben Fletcher and Tom Higham, as well as collaborators including Samm Henshaw, Grace Lightman, members of FIZZ, organist Cory Henry, and drummer Aaron Sterling (John Mayer, Taylor Swift).

Maya’s muse isn’t the only thing tying The Long Way Round together. Opener “Begin Again” introduces a powerful theme. As she looks back at her first car, her first kiss, her first home, she returns to the gentle hook: “Another day, another end / Oh, we begin again.” The idea of cycles frames the set as the album goes on. Depending on your interpretation, The Long Way Round could be about regaining trust in love or losing it entirely. Shuffled, these songs could trace the arc of one relationship from inception to end, or it could be the bridge between a failed romance and a thrilling new one, or it’s a dozen separate vignettes. With these songs — from soothing, psychedelic send-off “Look at the State of Me Now” to Western-inflected codependence tribute “Necklace” to the ‘70s soul music inspired “Actress” — Maya proves herself a master of not just an evocative guitar solo, but of capturing life’s biggest contradiction: why everything matters all the time and also why it’s not that deep.

“My biggest hope is that the album feels nostalgic to someone I’ve never met before,” says Maya. It’s an interesting thought given how uniquely “Maya” this set is, but that’s exactly what makes it work as intended. The warm glow, the wry smile, a sense of loss, and a yearning for renewal — we’re right there with her as she looks back, and ahead, at The Long Way Round.

A 24-year-old singer, songwriter and guitarist from North London, Maya Delilah attended the prestigious BRIT School whose alumni include Adele, Amy Winehouse, and FKA twigs, among many others. In 2020, lockdown put a pause on the background session work Maya had begun to do within her community of music-making friends, so she turned to livestreams and TikTok where she built up a devoted following with unadorned clips where she would sit cross-legged on the floor, a bed, or a table, her fingernails dancing over the strings, making the guitar sing out whole moods. Over the course of two self-released EPs (2020’s Oh Boy, 2021’s It’s Not Me, It’s You), she amassed more than 50 million streams of fan favorites like “Breakup Season” and “Tangerine Dream” that greeted heartache with humor. Maya began releasing music on Blue Note/Capitol in 2022, reinterpreting Cassandra Wilson’s cover of Neil Young’s “Harvest Moon” for Blue Note Re:imagined II, and following with a string of singles including “Silver Lining” and “Pretty Face.” Maya was named to the Fender Next “Class of 2024” — a huge co-sign from the guitar brand she’s been playing since age 8 — and has also been named a 2025 Spotify “Artist To Watch.”

Neil Young’s ‘Coastal: The Soundtrack’ Brings His 2023 Solo Tour to Vinyl, CD, and Theaters

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Neil Young’s ‘Coastal: The Soundtrack’ Brings His 2023 Solo Tour to Vinyl, CD, and Theaters

For Neil Young, music and film have always had a very long and close relationship. Not long after the rock & roll master started making records, he turned to the movie camera. Coastal: The Soundtrack is a live recording and companion piece to the filmed, Daryl Hannah-directed tour documentary recorded during Young’s 2023 Coastal solo tour.

The album, scheduled for April 18 release, features 11-songs selected from Young’s 60-year career, recorded live on his 2023 tour, ranging from “I Am a Child” to “Vampire Blues,” and featuring Young on guitars, piano and harmonica. It is as intimate a live album as Neil Young has ever recorded, created at a time when the world was coming out of hibernation from the Covid pandemic. Recorded in several cities, it is an album for the ages as the singer-songwriter finds new emotional power in 11 of his songs.

Coastal: The Soundtrack will be available in all formats including, black vinyl, CD, digital and Dolby Atmos. A limited edition clear vinyl pressing with exclusive poster will be available via The Greedy Hand Store at Neil Young Archives (NYA) and Indie retailers only. Pre-order now and receive an instant download of “Vampire Blues.”

All formats will be available at The Greedy Hand Store at Neil Young Archives (NYA) and music retailers everywhere. True hi-res digital audio will be available at Neil Young Archives. Remember, otherthan Qobuz, DSPs present digital audio that is not true hi-res – unless it is specifically requested in settings of the app.

The Coastal film, screening in theaters for one night only on April 17, was shot and directed by acclaimed filmmaker and Young’s wife, Daryl Hannah and will be distributed worldwide by Trafalgar Releasing.

The film is a personal, behind-the-scenes documentary on Neil Young as he cruises the coast on his 2023 solo US tour, giving an up-close and intimate view into the life of one of history’s most iconic songwriters and musicians. Capturing Young as he navigates a return to the stage post-Covid, Hannah allows the audience to be an observing participant in a rare, candid peek behind the curtain of this unguarded iconoclast. It’s a celebration of living that has been a long time coming, and illuminates up close and personal who Neil Young is, where he came from, and in many ways, where he was going:

Coastal Track Listing:
Side One:
1 I’m The Ocean
2 Comes A Time
3 Love Earth
4 Prime Of Life
5 Throw Your Hatred Down
Side Two:
1 Vampire Blues
2 When I Hold You In My Arms
3 Expecting To Fly
4 Song X
5 I Am A Child
6 Don’t Forget Love

 

Lizzo Returns With “Love In Real Life,” Title Track From Her Highly Anticipated Upcoming Album

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Lizzo Returns With “Love In Real Life,” Title Track From Her Highly Anticipated Upcoming Album

She’s back…

Kicking off what promises to be a blockbuster era, 4x GRAMMY Award and Emmy award winning, RIAA multi-platinum certified superstar Lizzo returns with a brand new song, the first of many, entitled “Love In Real Life” available now on all streaming platforms via Nice Life Recording Company/Atlantic Records. Listen HERE. She also shared a big screen-worthy music video directed by Colin Tilley to accompany the track. In the video, we see Lizzo recovering from heartache as she heads out for a night with her friends only to discover they’re slowly melting into an ominously faceless mob, It notably marks her first solo release in three years since 2022.

Moreover, it also heralds the arrival of her fifth full-length LP and one of the most anticipated albums of 2025, Love In Real Life.

“Love In Real Life” finds Lizzo firing on all cylinders. Once again, she boldly evolves, leaning into rock ‘n’ roll like never before. The track’s soft spoken word intro gives way to bright guitar and a breezy beat illuminated by her instantly recognizable delivery. Picking up the pace, wild riffing and a boogie down groove underline an unrestrained and undeniable refrain as she issues a flirty invitation, “Baby come over here, I need love in real life.” The visual evokes this energy and elevates her to another level altogether.

To celebrate the start of this chapter, Lizzo will perform three super intimate fan shows next month. First up, she graces the stage of The Wiltern in Los Angeles on March 12 followed by Irving Plaza in New York, NY on March 16 and First Avenue in Minneapolis, MN on March 18. Ticket pre-sale signups are available today at http://www.lizzomusic.com/. Presales will start March 5 and general onsale begins March 6th at 10am local.

Earlier this month, she ignited social media by teasing “Love In Real Life.” First up, she bid “farewell” to her Special era in a viral post followed by the reveal of a flute-soundtracked trailer for “Love In Real Life,” generating hundreds of thousands of views and “likes.” Rolling Stone noted, “She is entering a ‘new era’ of music,” and Billboard excitedly proclaimed, “It’s about damn time for some new Lizzo music.”

There’s nobody like Lizzo. The four-time GRAMMY Award-winning, Emmy-Award-winning superstar singer, songwriter, rapper, and actress has left an indelible and incomparable mark on popular culture. She has garnered numerous accolades, notched two Hot 100 #1 smashes, earned dozens of gold, platinum, and multiplatinum certifications, packed arenas worldwide, and shined in blockbuster films. Lizzo notably made history in 2023 when she emerged as “the first black woman to receive ‘Record of the Year’ at the GRAMMY Awards since 1994” for the 2x-Platinum “About Damn Time.” Prior, she shook the charts with the 9x-Platinum “Truth Hurts.” It enshrined her as both “the third female rapper to top the Hot 100 without a featured artist” and “the first black solo female R&B singer to claim the top spot since 2012.” It dominated the Hot 100 for seven weeks, becoming “the longest running #1 by a solo female rap artist ever.” Rolling Stone hailed it as one of the “500 Greatest Songs Of All Time.” She has appeared on a myriad of television shows, including Saturday Night Live, TODAY, Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, Jimmy Kimmel LIVE!, CBS Sunday Morning, and more. Not to mention, she headlined her own HBO special Lizzo: Live In Concert, capturing her sold out show at Kia Forum in Los Angeles. Along the way, her presence could be felt at the box office and on streaming networks, spanning roles in the animated UglyDolls and Hustlers in addition to producing and starring in the #1 Multi-Emmy Award Winning, Prime Reality TV show: Watch Out For the Big Grrrls. She joined forces with Fabletics for her own shapewear line, Yitty, inclusive of plus-sized body types. However, she returns in 2025 with her raucous and rollicking song “Love In Real Life” and fifth full-length LP of the same name.

Lizzo delivers now.

SHOW DATES
3/12 Los Angeles, CA The Wiltern
3/16 New York, NY Irving Plaza
3/18 Minneapolis, MN First Avenue

Dasha Drops New Single “Not At This Party,” Plans Massive Tour

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Making a bold return today, RIAA Platinum certified pop-country sensation, Dasha, kickstarts her sophomore country project with a new single entitled “Not At This Party” out now via Warner Records.

“‘Not At This Party‘ was a title I’d been carrying around for a while,” Dasha shares. “It’s about that universal experience of being out with friends, but mentally checked out. When I wrote it with Ashley Gorley and Ben Johnson, I was going through something with a guy, and the song just flowed. We really tried to capture that mix of distraction and guilt in the song.”

Earlier today, the “Not At This Party” music video debuted on CMT, MTV and Paramount’s Times Square Billboard. It is now in rotation across CMT Channels, MTV Live, mtvU and MTV’s Biggest Pop.

In 2024, the singer landed coveted spots at country music meccas, Stagecoach, Austin City Limits, CMT Awards and CMA Fest. Her year didn’t stop there, though. She sold-out her first global headlining tour, Dashville USA, and performed on two of the biggest televised broadcasts of the year – Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve. The song went on to become one of the most-streamed country songs in 2024 and won the People’s Choice Country Awards for Female Song.

“This past year I was blown away by how many little girls were riding the rails at my shows,” Dasha says. “No one connects with perfection. For me, navigating the highs and lows of this industry means accepting that I’m going to make mistakes. This journey isn’t always going to be smooth, and the bumps along the way make for a far more interesting ride.”

Next up, she embarks on tour with Kane Brown, Thomas Rhett and Dylan Scott and is set to return to Stagecoach Music Festival in April. A full routing can be found below.Dasha Tour Dates:
03.04.25 Munich, DE Technikum
03.05.25 Hamburg, DE Fabrik
03.06.25 Berlin, DE Country To Country Festival Berlin
03.08.25 Berlin, DE Country To Country Festival Berlin
03.09.25 Rotterdam, NL Country To Country Festival Rotterdam
03.13.25 San Diego, CA Pechanga Arena*
03.14.25 Ontario, Canada Toyota Arena*
03.15.25 Fresno, CA Save Mart Center*
03.20.25 Portland, OR Moda Center*
03.21.25 Nampa, ID Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater*
03.22.25 Nampa, ID Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater*
03.27.25 Winnipeg, Canada Canada Life Centre*
03.29.25 Calgary, Canada Scotiabank Saddledome*
03.30.25 Edmonton, Canada Rogers Place*
04.03.25 Quebec City, Canada Centre Videotron*
04.04.25 Montreal, Canada Bell Centre*
04.05.25 Providence, RI Amica Mutual Pavilion*
04.10.25 Evansville, IN Ford Center*
04.11.25 Nashville, TN Bridgestone Arena*
04.25 – 04.27.25 Indio, CA Stagecoach Music Festival
05.15.25 Estero, FL Hertz Arena^
05.16.25 Orlando, FL Hard Rock Live Orlando^
05.17.25 Orlando, FL Hard Rock Live Orlando^
05.25.25 Norfolk, VA Patriotic Festival 2025
06.01.25 Panama City, FL Gulf Coast Jam
06.21.25 Columbus, OH Buckeye Country Superfest 2025
06.26.25 Odense, DK Tinderbox 2025
06.28.25 Stuttgart, DE Im Wizemann
06.29.25 St. Gallen, CH OpenAir St. Gallen Festival at Sittertobel
07.02.25 Paris, FR Alhambra
07.04.25 Arras, FR Main Square Festival
07.06.25 Werchter, BE Rock Werchter 2025
07.10.25 Halmdel, NJ PNC Bank Arts Center+
07.11.25 Camden, NJ Freedom Mortgage Pavilion+
07.12.25 Wantagh, NY Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater+
07.31.25 Raleigh, NC Coastal Credit Union Music Park+
08.01.25 Charlotte, NC PNC Music Pavilion+
08.02.25 Alpharetta, GA Ameris Bank Amphitheatre+
08.07.25 Darien Center, NY Darien Lake Amphitheater+
08.08.25 Clarkston, MI Pine Knob Music Theatre+
08.09.25 East Troy, WI Alpine Valley Music Theatre+
10.03.25 Dublin, IE 3Arena
10.05.25 Glasgow, UK OVO Hydro
10.07.25 Birmingham, UK Utilita Arena
10.08.25 Manchester, UK 02 Apollo
10.10.25 London, UK OVO Arena
*Kane Brown Support Dates
^Dylan Scott Support Dates
+Thomas Rhett Support Dates

Benson Boone Launches New Era with “Sorry I’m Here For Someone Else”

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Benson Boone Launches New Era with “Sorry I’m Here For Someone Else”

Today, Grammy-nominated global pop sensation Benson Boone returns with his new single “Sorry I’m Here For Someone Else.” Listen HERE via Night Street Records/Warner Records.

“Sorry I’m Here For Someone Else” marks the beginning of a new era for Boone, serving as his first release of the year. It arrives on the heels of his show-stopping performance of smash hit “Beautiful Things” at the 67th annual Grammy Awards earlier this month, where he was nominated for Best New Artist.

The chart-conquering track was the #1 most streamed song in the world last year, earning Boone the IFPI Global Single Award for 2024. Now certified 5x Platinum, “Beautiful Things” has garnered nearly 3.5 billion streams since its release last year. Featured on his acclaimed, Platinum certified debut album Fireworks & Rollerblades, the viral smash logged an impressive 7 weeks at #1 on the Billboard Global 200 chart, hit #1 at Top 40 and Hot AC radio, and vaulted to #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also earned Boone two Billboard Music Awards for Top Billboard Global 200 Song and Top Billboard Global (Excl. US) Song.

Fireworks & Rollerblades also includes the Platinum certified hit “Slow It Down” and fan-favorites “Cry,” “What Do You Want,” and “Pretty Slowly.”

2024 was a record year for Benson. In addition to earning him his first Grammy Award nomination, he performed at the MTV Video Music Awards, where he won Best Alternative and received nominations for Best New Artist, Song of Summer and PUSH Performance of the Year. His impact has soared across the globe—last year also saw him perform at the MTV EMAs, the NRJ Awards, and the Los40 Awards, taking home trophies at every stop.

In June, he opened for Taylor Swift’s ERAS Tour in London at Wembley stadium, following a performance with Lana Del Rey at Hangout Festival in May. He also embarked on his fully sold-out Fireworks & Rollerblades Tour, playing shows across the globe.

With the release of “Sorry I’m Here For Someone Else,” upcoming performances at landmark festivals like Coachella and Governors Ball, and more new music on the way, Boone is on track for a record year in 2025.

BENSON BOONE 2025 TOUR DATES:
Mar 8 — Austin, TX — Sips & Sounds Music Festival
Mar 20 — Santiago, Chile — Lollapalooza Sideshow
Mar 21 — Santiago, Chile — Lollapalooza Chile
Mar 23 — Buenos Aires, Argentina — Lollapalooza Argentina
Mar 24 — Buenos Aires, Argentina — Lollapalooza Sideshow
Mar 27 — Bogota, Colombia — Estereo Picnic
Mar 29 — Sāo Paulo, Brazil — Lollapalooza Brazil
Apr 3 — Mexico City, MX — Pepsi Center WTC
Apr 5 — Monterrey, MX — Tecate Pa’l Norte Festival
Apr 11 — Indio, CA — Coachella Music and Arts Festival
Apr 18 — Indio, CA — Coachella Music and Arts Festival
May 2 — Charlotte, NC — Lovin’ Life Music Festival
May 4 — Memphis, TN — Riverbeat Music Festival
May 24 — Napa, CA — BottleRock Music Festival
Jun 6 — New York, NY — The Governors Ball Music Festival
Jul 3 — Milwaukee, WI — Summerfest
Jul 10 — Algés, Portugal — Nos Alive Festival
Jul 11 — Madrid, Spain — Mad Cool Festival
Sep 11 — Louisville, KY — Bourbon & Beyond Music Festival

SDN List: How Do You Get Listed and How to Get Removed?

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By Mitch Rice

The Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List) is a tool used by the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) to impose financial and travel restrictions on individuals, companies, and organizations engaged in activities that threaten U.S. national security or foreign policy. Being included on this list can have far-reaching legal and economic consequences.

What Is the SDN List and Why Does It Exist?

The SDN List is a public registry of entities and individuals subject to economic sanctions. Its primary goal is to prevent sanctioned parties from accessing the U.S. financial system, engaging in international trade, or benefiting from American resources. The sdn lists are maintained and updated regularly by OFAC and reflect U.S. efforts to combat terrorism, narcotics trafficking, weapons proliferation, and other serious threats.

Being listed means that all property and interests in property of the designated party within U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from dealing with them. The SDN List is an essential part of the broader U.S. sanctions regime.

Who Gets Listed on the SDN List and for What Reasons?

Entities and individuals are added to the SDN List based on specific criteria outlined in executive orders, federal regulations, or congressional acts. Common reasons for designation include involvement in terrorism, cyberattacks, human rights abuses, or corruption.

If you’re wondering what does it mean when a person is sanctioned, it typically involves serious legal restrictions. A sanctioned person is barred from conducting financial transactions, signing contracts with U.S. parties, or even traveling through certain countries aligned with U.S. policies.

The listing process involves evidence collection, inter-agency collaboration, and legal findings. Although OFAC does not always disclose full details, affected parties may challenge their designation through legal channels.

Consequences of Being on the SDN List

The consequences of SDN designation are immediate and severe. Bank accounts are frozen, transactions are blocked, and business relationships collapse. Individuals may face reputational damage, denied visas, and frozen assets globally, as many financial institutions and governments comply with OFAC regulations.

In some cases, sanctions have extraterritorial effects—non-U.S. companies that deal with SDNs may face secondary sanctions or be cut off from the U.S. market. The legal and economic isolation caused by SDN status can be devastating for individuals and entire corporations.

How to Get Removed from the SDN List?

Delisting from the SDN List is possible but requires a formal legal process. Affected parties must submit a written request to OFAC, providing arguments and supporting evidence that their inclusion is no longer justified. This may involve demonstrating a change in behavior, cessation of the activities that led to the designation, or factual errors in the listing.

Those seeking removal from the sdn blocked persons list must be prepared for a lengthy process. OFAC reviews each petition carefully and may request additional information. Legal representation is highly recommended, as procedural missteps can delay or derail a request.

Legal Assistance for Removal from the SDN List

Successfully navigating the OFAC delisting process often requires specialized legal expertise. Sanctions law is highly technical, and the burden of proof rests with the petitioner. Attorneys experienced in OFAC matters can help draft persuasive arguments, compile relevant documentation, and engage with OFAC on behalf of the client.

In some cases, legal teams may also pursue litigation in federal court if administrative remedies fail. For comprehensive guidance, consult professionals with a proven track record in SDN removal cases.

Data and information are provided for informational purposes only, and are not intended for investment or other purposes.

How to Add Flair to Your Black Tracksuit Outfit

Eric Alper
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By Mitch Rice

A black tracksuit is classic, comfy, and effortless to wear. It’s dynamic and has a lot of ways to style it. But every once in a while, you want to step it up a notch. A little flair can turn your basic joggers into a head-turning fit. It doesn’t take much. At a price nothing that nobody really has, with some small adjustments, sp5der hoodie looks chic and elongated. The trick is paying attention to the little things. Selecting the right accessories, shoes and outerwear can take your outfit to the next level. Use these easy tips to achieve a bold, stylish outfit while remaining comfy. A tracksuit looks better when you wear it with pride.

Why Can Bold Sneakers Transform Your Tracksuit?

A great way to elevate your black tracksuit is look for some bold sneakers. Choose Sneakers with Bright Colors or Designs Metallic sneakers are pretty stand-out, too. Chunky sneakers are super in right now. They give just a touch of volume and make a subtle statement. However, plain white sneakers are never a bad option. You can’t go wrong with them. They’re simple but stylish. Sneakers are what lend an air of freshness and modernity to your getup. Pick a pair that’s your style. If you’re going to be all in with an eye-popping look or keeping things relatively low-key, the shoes are critical. A great pair of sneakers will elevate your black tracksuit.

Experiment with Accessories

Accessorizing your black tracksuit can help the outfit shine. A simple hat, baseball cap beanie, is fine. It adds a casual, sporty touch to your outfit. Sunglasses are also a great accessory. Or wear a large frame to make a big statement. You could layer a chain necklace or bracelet for a touch of shine as well. Watches, rings and other pieces of jewelry can help you add elegance as well. The idea is to elevate your spider hoodie without competing for its attention. Accessories are a great opportunity to reflect your personal taste. But you don’t want to overdo it, so keep it simple too many accessories can make your outfit feel cluttered. For a contemporary touch, stick to a smart, minimal style.

How to Achieve a Polished Look with a Monochrome Outfit?

The one-colour look is easy but chic. For a sharper head-to-toe comfortably casual look, wear your black tracksuit with black sneakers and other accessories. You can easily create a polished, clean look, thanks to the simplicity of black. A monochrome outfit of any kind is always easy to coordinate and looks instantly chic. It’s also versatile, and you can wear it to almost any event. Black is the most popular option for simplicity, which you can mix and match with different pieces. It doesn’t matter how many extra legs or sinks you add to it; it always comes down to confidence. Walk tall, own your look, and feel great in what you’re wearing.

Layer with a Cool Hoodie or Sweatshirt

Adding a hoodie or sweatshirt is an easy way to jazz up your tracksuit. A hoodie is comforting and acts as an outfit layer. Choose comfortable graphic or print text hoodies. These elements make your sp5der tracksuit less boring. If you want something more versatile, you could also try a zip-up hoodie. You can zip it up for a more formal look, or leave it open for a relaxed vibe. Layering adds dimension to your black tracksuit. Another option for styling. It also looks chic while keeping you warm. But with the right hoodie, you can let your tracksuit ensemble feel that much more unique and hip. Try out different styles that you like best!

Mix with Different Fabrics

Pairing and mixing fabrics is another great way to add some personality to your tracksuit. The secret is to offset the tracksuit’s softness with other textures. Opt for a leather bag or denim jacket for texture. Similarly, sneakers give up a little more contrast. The combination of fabrics creates a more sophisticated, design-y look than a simple dress with tights. You can also play with different materials for your accessories. A knitted hat or a scarf can offer some texture. These small details play a huge role in how your look comes together. Mixing fabrics makes the outfit more interesting and offers a fashion-forward look. It’s a nice way to customize your black tracksuit.

Play with Layered Jewelry

Use a layered aspect of jewelry to luxe up your black tracksuit. When it really comes down to it, a few necklaces or bracelets are all your outfit needs to shine. Opt for simple pieces, such as a chain necklace or thin bracelet. You can also wear rings or earrings for additional shine. Do not wear too much bling that will clutter your oufit. Instead, it’s about layering a few key pieces to lend some shine. The trick is to keep it simple and allow the jewelry to enhance your sp5der tracksuits. Black have an undeniable cool factor, but you want to make sure you bring a touch of elegance and personality to them with the right jewelry.

Why a Graphic Tee Can Add Personality to Your Outfit?

A graphic tee or shirt worn underneath your black sp5der hoodies jacket can add some more personality to your fit. Opt for a tee with a fun print or a striking design. A vintage band tee or a tee with a logo can be fun. Pair-up your tracksuit with your favorite design shirt and you will find yourself in a blend of simplicity and unique look. You can even color block it with your shirt. A graphic tee provides the depth and interest to your ensemble. When you feel unconfident, your outfit will shine through all of that, and that’s what really makes your outfit. It allows you to express yourself. Funny, quirky or trendy, Pair it with a graphic tee to add some life to your black tracksuit.

Data and information are provided for informational purposes only, and are not intended for investment or other purposes.

 

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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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