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Fandiem Launches FanAid LA with Metallica, My Chemical Romance, and More to Support Wildfire Relief

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Fandiem Launches FanAid LA with Metallica, My Chemical Romance, and More to Support Wildfire Relief

Fandiem, the fan-driven charitable platform redefining the fundraising landscape, is proud to announce FanAid LA, a collective initiative to provide critical relief to those affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Bringing together some of the world’s most iconic artists, FanAid LA offers fans a chance to win unforgettable experiences and exclusive prizes, all while supporting wildfire relief causes.

Participating artists in the FanAid LA initiative include Metallica, My Chemical Romance, Mariah Carey, Pearl Jam, Phish, Duran Duran,, “Weird Al” Yankovic, Graham Nash, Slash, Goose, Sublime and Wallows, among many others. Each artist has generously contributed exclusive prizes, ranging from autographed items and one-of-a-kind memorabilia to VIP experiences, meet-and-greets, and all-expense-paid flyaways.

“Join me in supporting the brave teenage victims of the Eaton Canyon fires,” said Maria Carey via Facebook. “By partnering with Altadena Girls and Fandiem, we’re providing essential items like clothes, beauty products, and personal care essential to help these young individuals feel loved and empowered again.”

All Fandiem Donations automatically enter fans for a chance to win incredible prizes. Fans can support wildfire relief efforts by donating to a range of nonprofit organizations, including the California Fire Foundation, Los Angeles Fire Department, Altadena Girls Fire Recovery, Vitalogy Foundation, Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, and Baby2Baby.

Highlighted Prizes and Experiences Include:

• A VIP trip to Dodgers Stadium to see My Chemical Romance + a band signed guitar
• An all-expense-paid VIP trip to meet Duran Duran in Italy (Los Angeles Fire Department).
• A Pearl Jam-signed Fender guitar and poster from their iconic 2006 L.A. show (Vitalogy Foundation).
• A show-played signed guitar and hometown meet-up with Jerry Cantrell of Alice in Chains in Seattle (California Fire Foundation).
• A trip to meet Goose at the Viva El Gonzo Festival in San José del Cabo (Sweet Relief Musicians Fund).
• A Metallica-signed limited-edition poster (California Community Foundation)And many more once-in-a-lifetime opportunities.

“FanAid LA embodies what Fandiem is all about—bringing fans, artists, and communities together to make a real difference,” says Jared Heiman, Co-Founder and CEO of Fandiem. “This initiative not only supports wildfire relief efforts but also ensures the funding keeps flowing as the need continues beyond the news cycle. New FanAid LA artists and prizes will be added throughout the year, so we can sustain this effort and maximize our impact for those affected in Los Angeles.”

FanAid LA is the latest in a long line of successful Fandiem campaigns. Past initiatives include Fansgiving 2024, which saw over 50 artists—including Pearl Jam, Dave Matthews Band, and Billie Eilish—supporting over 30 nonprofits through exclusive prizes like signed instruments, VIP festival trips, and celebrity meet-and-greets. To date, Fandiem has raised over $14 million for more than 150 nonprofit partners worldwide.

Fandiem’s innovative platform disrupts traditional fundraising models by democratizing access to VIP experiences. Through its “Donate to Win” functionality, Fandiem makes it easy for everyday fans to give back while creating life-changing moments. Whether through sweepstakes or auctions, Fandiem’s campaigns amplify the power of community to drive meaningful change.

The FanAid LA fundraiser is live now, and fans are encouraged to donate for their chance to win these incredible prizes. Together, we can make a difference for those impacted by the L.A. wildfires. Visit www.fandiem.com/fanaidla to learn more and participate.

Mary Chapin Carpenter and Brandy Clark Announce 2025 Tour Across Iconic Venues

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Mary Chapin Carpenter and Brandy Clark Announce 2025 Tour Across Iconic Venues

Two of music’s most respected songwriters and artists, Mary Chapin Carpenter and Brandy Clark, will join forces for a special tour kicking off this summer. The extensive run includes stops at New York’s Town Hall, Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium, Los Angeles’ Wilshire Ebell Theatre, Seattle’s Benaroya Hall, Denver’s Botanic Gardens, Minneapolis’ Orpheum Theatre, Ridgefield, CT’s Ridgefield Playhouse (for two nights), Vienna’s Wolf Trap, Evanston’s Cahn Auditorium, and many more. See below for the complete tour itinerary.

Tickets for most shows will be available for pre-sale starting tomorrow, February 11, at 10:00 AM local time, with general on-sale following on Friday, February 14, at 10:00 AM local time. Full details and on-sale information can be found at www.marychapincarpenter.com or www.brandyclarkmusic.com.

Described as one of music’s “most reliable and empathetic songwriters” (Pitchfork), Mary Chapin Carpenter has sold over 16 million records over the course of her renowned career. With hits like “Passionate Kisses” and “He Thinks He’ll Keep Her,” she has won five Grammy Awards (with 18 nominations), two CMA Awards, and two ACM Awards, and is one of only fifteen female members of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Carpenter’s album One Night Lonely was nominated for Best Folk Album at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards. In 2023, she received the Poet’s Award at the ACM Honors, recognizing her outstanding and longstanding musical and lyrical contributions. Most recently, Carpenter launched her new podcast, Hope is a Muscle, featuring conversations with people from all walks of life. During its run, the podcast ranked in the top five music podcasts on both Apple and Spotify.

Earlier this year, Looking For The Thread, a collaborative album with Scottish singer-songwriters Karine Polwart and Julie Fowlis, was released worldwide. The Arts Desk praised the album, writing, “It’s only January, but this is an album of the year.” The 2025 tour will feature songs from Carpenter’s entire catalog, as well as new music from her upcoming album, set for release in early summer.

A Grammy, CMA, and Americana Award-winner, Brandy Clark is one of her generation’s most esteemed songwriters and musicians. Adding to her decorated career, Clark won Best Americana Performance at the 66th Grammy Awards and Song of the Year at the 2024 Americana Honors & Awards for her acclaimed song “Dear Insecurity” featuring 11-time Grammy-winner Brandi Carlile. The track is from Clark’s self-titled album, which was produced by Carlile and features her most personal songwriting to date.

Released to overwhelming praise, Forbes called the album “an Americana masterpiece,” while Variety proclaimed, “It further clarifies that she’s one of America’s treasures,” and Billboard declared, “Clark continues to convey her inexorable talents as both a song-crafter and vocal interpreter.”

In addition to her work as a solo artist, Clark has written songs such as “A Beautiful Noise,” the Grammy-nominated duet performed by Carlile and Alicia Keys, and Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow.” She also composed the music for the hit Broadway musical Shucked, alongside longtime collaborator Shane McAnally. For Shucked, Clark won Outstanding Music at the 67th Drama Desk Awards and was nominated for Best Original Score at the 76th Tony Awards, where the show earned nine nominations overall.

MARY CHAPIN CARPENTER AND BRANDY CLARK TOUR DATES

June
9—Portland, OR—Revolution Hall
10—Seattle, WA—Benaroya Hall
11—Eugene, OR—Hult Center
13—Napa, CA—Uptown Theatre
14—Saratoga, CA—Mountain Winery
16—Santa Barbara, CA—Lobero Theatre
19—San Diego, CA—Humphreys
20—Los Angeles, CA—Wilshire Ebell Theatre
21—Tucson, AZ—Fox Theatre
22—Scottsdale, AZ—Scottsdale Performing Arts Center
25—Denver, CO—Botanic Gardens
26—Colorado Springs, CO—Pikes Peak Performing Arts Center
27—Steamboat Springs, CO—Strings Music Pavilion
28—Fort Collins, CO—Venue TBA

July
29—Brownfield, ME—Stone Mountain Arts Center*
30—Brownfield, ME—Stone Mountain Arts Center*

August
1—Portland, ME—State Theatre
2—Laconia, NH—Colonial Theatre
3—Nashua, NH—Nashua Center for the Arts
6—Toronto, ON—Massey Hall
7—Grand Rapids, MI—Venue TBA
8—Chautauqua, NY—Chautauqua Amphitheater
9—Poughkeepsie, NY—Bardavon
10—Northampton, MA—Academy of Music
12—Ridgefield, CT—Ridgefield Playhouse
13—Ridgefield, CT—Ridgefield Playhouse
14—Kennett Square, PA—Venue TBA
15—Richmond, VA—The National
16—Vienna, VA—Wolf Trap

September
12—Louisville, KY—Bourbon & Beyond Festival*
25—Medford, MA—Chevalier Theatre
26—Rutland, VT—Paramount Theatre
27—New York, NY—Town Hall
28—Princeton, NJ—McCarter Theatre
30—Charleston, SC—Charleston Music Hall

October
1—Durham, NC—Durham Performing Arts Center
2—Nashville, TN—Ryman Auditorium
3—Chattanooga, TN—Walker Theatre
4—Charlotte, NC—Knight Theater
5—Knoxville, TN—Bijou Theatre
7—Akron, OH—Goodyear Theater
8—Ann Arbor, MI—Michigan Theater
9—Evanston, IL—Cahn Auditorium
10—Madison, WI—The Orpheum
11—Minneapolis, MN—Orpheum Theatre

*Mary Chapin Carpenter only

Rhino’s Quadio Series Expands with Quadrophonic Releases from Billy Cobham, Aretha Franklin, Curtis Mayfield, and The Spinners

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Rhino’s Quadio Series Expands with Quadrophonic Releases from Billy Cobham, Aretha Franklin, Curtis Mayfield, and The Spinners

Rhino’s Quadio series continues into the New Year with a brand-new collection of high-quality quadrophonic releases. Billy Cobham Spectrum (1973), Aretha Franklin Live At Fillmore West (1971), Curtis Mayfield Roots (1971), and The Spinners Pick Of The Litter (1975). These four seminal albums have been mastered from their original analog four-track Quad mixes.

Quadraphonic sound, or 4.0 surround sound, utilizes four audio channels connected to four speakers positioned at the corners of a listening space. The ​multi-tracked ​audio is mixed dimensional, immersing the listener in an expansive soundscape.

The collection is available today as Blu-ray discs with a quadraphonic and 192/24 stereo mix. Currently exclusive to Rhino.com and select Warner Music Group stores worldwide, each title retails for $24.98, with a bundle of all four available for $79.98. Order HERE.

Aretha Franklin played three brilliant nights – March 5, 6, and 7 – at San Francisco’s legendary Fillmore West venue. Between the three nights, Franklin adorned the audience with powerhouse performances of Otis Redding’s “Respect,” Bread’s “Make It With You,” and the Beatles’ “Eleanor Rigby,” earning the record a #1 and #7 spots on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and 200 charts.

Legendary fusion drummer Billy Cobham stepped onto the scene with his groundbreaking efforts with Miles Davis and the Mahavishnu Orchestra before breaking into his solo career with Spectrum. The staple Jazz Fusion album was recorded at the infamous Electric Lady Studio, where tracks like “Stratus,” “Red Baron,” and “Le Lis” were crafted in one to two takes. Side artists include Tommy Bolin and John Tropea on guitar, Jan Hammer on keyboard, and Lee Skylar on bass.

Roots is regarded as one of Curtis Mayfield’s best works and an undeniable 1970s classic. Charting at #6 on Billboard’s Top Soul Albums chart, the album features hit tracks “We Got to Have Peace,” “Keep on Keeping On,” and “Get Down.”

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees The Spinners released their sixth studio album, Pick Of The Litter, the last to be produced by Philadelphia soul architect Thom Bell. The quintet’s album reached #2 on the Billboard Top Soul Albums, and the signature song, “Games People Play,” featured in Grand Theft Auto IV.]

TRACKLIST

Aretha Franklin – Live at Fillmore West

Respect
Love the One You’re With
Bridge Over Troubled Water
Eleanor Rigby
Make It with You
Don’t Play That Song
Dr. Feelgood
Spirit in the Dark
Spirit in the Dark (Reprise with Ray Charles)
Reach Out and Touch (Somebody’s Hand)

Billy Cobham – Spectrum

Quadrant
Searching for the Right Door
Spectrum
Anxiety
Taurian Matador
Stratus
To the Women in My Life
Le Lis
Snoopy’s Search
Red Baron

Curtis Mayfield – Roots

Get Down
Keep On Keeping On
Underground
We Got to Have Peace
Beautiful Brother of Mine
Now You’re Gone
Love to Keep You in My Mind

The Spinners – Pick Of The Litter

Honest I Do
I Don’t Want to Lose You
Love or Leave
Sweet Love of Mine
All That Glitters Ain’t Gold
You Made a Promise to Me
Games People Play
Just as Long as We Have Love

Barenaked Ladies Announce 2025 Last Summer On Earth Tour with Guster, Sugar Ray, and Fastball

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Barenaked Ladies Announce 2025 Last Summer On Earth Tour with Guster, Sugar Ray, and Fastball

Today, MULTI-PLATINUM-selling Rock band Barenaked Ladies announce the return of their legendary Last Summer On Earth 2025 Tour. Kicking off in June, the 38-date headline run will bring the globally beloved band’s powerhouse live show to major venues across North America. As part of the tour’s stacked lineup, Guster and Sugar Ray are also joining as direct support in June and July respectively, and all dates will feature Alt-Rock heavy-hitters Fastball.

The public on-sale for the Last Summer On Earth 2025 Tour will begin this Friday, February 14 at 10 am local time — go here and see below for the full tour itinerary. VIP Silver packages for Barenaked Ladies will be available which include premium seats and merch packages. The Gold packages will also include pre-show soundcheck parties, a meet-and-greet and a photo opportunity with the band.

Barenaked Bytes, the official Barenaked Ladies app just relaunched their premium membership program. Fans who purchase the ‘GygaBytes’ membership will have first access to tickets and VIP packages on Tuesday, February 11 at 10 am local. There is also a ‘MegaBytes’ option, which is complimentary, and those tickets and VIP packages are available on Wednesday, February 12 at 10 am local time.

“This is going to be a fantastic last summer on earth,” says Ed Robertson of Barenaked Ladies. “A great night, chock-full of hits! We’ve got our old pals Guster out with us once again, the amazing Sugar Ray joining mid-summer, and our good friends Fastball on the whole tour. If we’re not coming to a city near you, then you should be coming to a city near us!”

Beginning on June 3 at Atlanta’s Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park, the eighth edition of the Last Summer On Earth 2025 Tour will include stops at famed venues like Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado, the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, The Rooftop at Pier 17 in New York City, The Chicago Theater in Chicago and a hometown show at Budweiser Stage in Toronto, ON, and many more. With the tour finale taking place on August 2 at Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston, MI, each show will find the eight-time JUNO winners tearing through a jam-packed setlist of all-time fan favorites and radio-dominating smash hits, including “One Week” which skyrocketed to #1 in the U.S., Top 20 singles like “Pinch Me,” and “If I Had $1,000,000,” and arguably one of their best known songs, “Big Bang Theory Theme.” The TV show is one of the top scripted comedy shows of all time and is still streamed in over 70 countries worldwide, more than a decade after its final episode aired.

Known for creating a near-magical connection with their audience, Barenaked Ladies founded the Last Summer On Earth Tour in 2012 — the same year the Mayan calendar predicted the end of the world. Thanks to their deep commitment to delivering an unforgettable live show, the two-time GRAMMY-nominated band have earned massive praise from the likes of Billboard (“Barenaked Ladies’ energy was contagious and set the stage for what would be a high-energy evening of sing-alongs and throwback hits”), Forbes (“[Barenaked Ladies are] known for a freestyle, go-where-the-music-takes-you approach in their live shows they tend to enjoy as much as the fans”), and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (“The big hits still hit big”).

Barenaked Ladies is proud to continue to partner with REVERB for Last Summer On Earth 2025 to make the tour more sustainable. Since 2004, Barenaked Ladies has worked with REVERB to reduce the environmental impact of touring while also giving back to local communities across the U.S. and Canada.

With Alt-Rock mainstays Guster returning for the second time to the bill from June 3 to 28, and Pop hitmakers Sugar Ray as direct support from July 8 to August 2, and Fastball on all shows, the Last Summer On Earth 2025 Tour is sure to be a must-see from start to finish. Over the years, the Last Summer On Earth has previously included support from some of Barenaked Ladies’ most esteemed musical peers, including Cracker, Big Head Todd & the Monsters, Blues Traveler, Ben Folds Five, Violent Femmes, Colin Hay, OMD, Howard Jones, Better Than Ezra, KT Tunstall, Semisonic, Five for Fighting, and Del Amitri.

BARENAKED LADIES’ LAST SUMMER ON EARTH 2025 TOUR

JUNE
3 | Atlanta, GA – Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park *
4 | St. Augustine, FL – St. Augustine Amphitheatre *
6 | North Charleston, SC – North Charleston Coliseum *
7 | Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre *
8 | Baltimore, MD – Pier Six Pavilion *
10 | Cincinnati, OH – PNC Pavilion *
11 | Chicago, IL – The Chicago Theater *
13 | Camdenton, MO – Ozarks Amphitheater *
14 | La Vista, NE – The Astro *
15 | Waite Park, MN – The Ledge Amphitheater *
17 | Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre *
18 | Salt Lake City, UT – VENUE TBA *
20 | San Diego, CA – Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre *
21 | Highland, CA – Yaamava’ Theater *
22 | Los Angeles, CA – Greek Theatre *
24 | Saratoga, CA – Mountain Winery *
26 | Troutdale, OR – McMenamins Edgefield *
27 | Seattle, WA – VENUE TBA *
28 | Bend, OR – Hayden Homes Amphitheater *

JULY
8 | Lenox, MA – Tanglewood #
9 | New York, NY – The Rooftop at Pier 17 #
11 | Boston, MA – Leader Bank Pavilion #
12 | Gilford, NH – BankNH Pavilion #
13 | Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater #
15 | Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater #
16 | Vienna, VA – Wolf Trap #
18 | Goshen, IN – Elkhart County 4-H Fair #
19 | St. Ignace, MI – Kewadin Casinos – Outdoor on the Shores #
20 | Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park #
22 | Philadelphia, PA – The Met Presented by Highmark #
23 | Syracuse, NY – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview #
25 | Toronto, ON – Budweiser Stage #
26 | Buffalo, NY – Outer Harbor Live at Terminal B #
27 | Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts #
29 | Louisville, KY – Iroquois Amphitheater #
30 | Toledo, OH – Toledo Zoo Amphitheatre #

AUGUST
1 | Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center #
2 | Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre #

* With Guster
# With Sugar Ray
All dates include support from Fastball

SiriusXM Announces Coverage for Daytona 500 Week

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SiriusXM Announces Coverage for Daytona 500 Week

SiriusXM will offer listeners nationwide extensive audio coverage of the 67th running of the DAYTONA 500 on February 16, as well as all the events happening during NASCAR’s annual Speedweeks. SiriusXM will air live race broadcasts, in-car audio from drivers, and daily coverage from Daytona International Speedway, including a series of broadcasts from the Daytona Fan Zone with Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his team at Dirty Mo Media.

On DAYTONA 500 race day, SiriusXM will broadcast live from the track starting at 7:00 am ET. When the green flag drops (approximately 2:30 pm ET) listeners will hear every lap of the race live, followed by post-race coverage that will include interviews with the 2025 DAYTONA 500 Champion and other drivers. The programming airs on the exclusive 24/7 SiriusXM NASCAR Radio channel, which is available in SiriusXM-enabled vehicles and on the SiriusXM app.

In addition to the live DAYTONA 500 race broadcast on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, SiriusXM will also offer 10 additional Driver2Crew ChatterTM channels that will carry the in-car communication feeds of several race teams. Listeners will be able to listen into the cockpit of drivers including Joey Logano, Chase Elliott, Ryan Blaney, Bubba Wallace, Kyle Larson, William Byron, Denny Hamlin, Ross Chastain, Tyler Reddick and Brad Keselowski throughout the race. For channels go to siriusxm.com/daytona500.

SiriusXM NASCAR Radio will also provide live coverage of DAYTONA 500 Qualifying on Feb. 12 at 8:00 pm ET, the Bluegreen Vacations Duel at DAYTONA on Feb. 13 at 6:00 pm ET, the Fresh from Florida 250 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race on Feb. 14 at 7:00 pm ET, and on Feb. 15, both the Hard Rock Bet 200 ARCA race at noon ET and the United Rentals 300 NASCAR Xfinity Series race at 4:30 pm ET.

On Thursday, Feb. 13, leading into the Bluegreen Vacations Duel at DAYTONA, SiriusXM will team up with Dirty Mo Media, the multimedia content platform of Dale Earnhardt Jr., for special programming that will broadcast live from the Daytona Fan Zone Stage. Fans at the track will be able to watch as Dale Jr. hosts a live episode of his popular podcast, “Dale Jr. Download,” from 3:00-4:00 pm ET. Dale Jr. will be joined by Justin Allgaier, Hélio Castroneves, Martin Truex Jr. and Cole Pearn as they preview the on-track action in the days ahead.

Following the episode of the “Dale Jr. Download,” several SiriusXM NASCAR Radio and Dirty Mo personalities – Denny Hamlin, the host of “Actions Detrimental” and a three-time DAYTONA 500 champion, plus Danielle Trotta, Mike Bagley and Pete Pistone – will take the stage for a live Q&A with fans at the track, moderated by Alex Weaver and Andrew Kurland. SiriusXM’s Dave Moody and Alex Weaver will then host a special episode of “SiriusXM Speedway” live from the stage from 4:30-6:00 pm ET, leading into live coverage of the night’s twin races.

On Monday, Feb. 17, on “The Morning Drive,” hosts Mike Bagley and Pete Pistone will have a live interview with the 2025 DAYTONA 500 champion driver, crew chief and owner.

SiriusXM NASCAR Radio is the only national 24/7 channel covering NASCAR and delivers live coverage of every NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Cup Series race live, with live pre- and post-race programming airing before and after every event, and a daily lineup of live programming hosted by active and former drivers, crew chiefs and other insiders. For more information visit www.SiriusXM.com/NASCAR.

 

Gary Clark Jr. to Headline UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals’ 16th Annual Notes & Words Benefit at SF Masonic on April 5

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Gary Clark Jr. to Headline UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals’ 16th Annual Notes & Words Benefit at SF Masonic on April 5

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals will present its 16th annual Notes & Words benefit, featuring musical sets from talented acts and readings from best-selling authors, at The Masonic in San Francisco on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The lineup for this evening of smart, satisfying entertainment includes Grammy Award-winning rock, soul, and blues guitar virtuoso, Gary Clark Jr.; singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Grace Potter; contemporary vocal ensemble CO-LLAB Choir; and supercharged Oakland band of siblings MeloDious. Writers will include international bestselling author of Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, Gabrielle Zevin; and celebrated scholar, writer, and researcher Cat Bohannon.

The benefit will begin with Bubbles & Banter, an exclusive behind the scenes conversation with author Cat Bohannon. A VIP reception featuring delectable eats and distinctive cocktails follows the conversation, before the musicians and authors take the stage to perform. The night ends with an After Party including cocktails, late night bites, dancing, and more.

Proceeds from Notes & Words go directly to supporting UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals, the top pediatric hospital for cancer care, cardiology, and urology in Northern California and a leader in innovative pediatric medicine. In addition to providing the highest quality care across a wide range of specialties, the hospitals offer essential programs like music therapy, art classes, therapy dog visits, massage, and more to support patients’ emotional and developmental needs. It also helps ensure the health of the community, advocating for vulnerable children living in at-risk situations and providing early interventions for kids facing challenges like asthma, obesity, and diabetes.

Because insurance only covers a fraction of the cost for medical expenses, the hospital depends on philanthropic support to help transform children’s lives. Through events like Notes & Words and the generous philanthropic spirit of the community, UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals can stand as leaders in pediatric health care.

Since its inception, Notes & Words has raised over $17 million for UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals. Past performers have included musicians Alanis Morissette, Chris Martin, Dave Grohl, Beck, Brittney Howard, Daveed Diggs, and authors Nicholas D. Kristof, Michael Lewis, Andrew Sean Greer, Jim Gaffigan, Kelly Corrigan, Anna Quindlen and Margaret Atwood.

The 16th annual Notes & Words will be held at the SF Masonic (1111 California Street, San Francisco) on Saturday, April 5, 2025, General admission tickets for the benefit start at $125. For VIP tickets and event sponsorship opportunities, please visit https://www.notesandwords.org/tickets.

More information about Notes & Words can be found at www.notesandwords.org.

Paul McCartney Is Playing The Bowery Tonight. Here’s How To Get Tickets

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Paul McCartney Is Playing The Bowery Tonight. Here’s How To Get Tickets

Paul McCartney is bringing his legendary catalog to the intimate Bowery in New York tonight – 5:00 Doors, 6:30 Showtime, and it’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see him up close. Here’s how you can snag last-minute tickets before they’re gone.

Tickets on sale now only at Bowery Ballroom box office. No tickets sold online.

First come, first served. One ticket per person.

Avoid purchasing tickets from third-party vendors. Fake tickets will not be honored and entry will be denied.

SIGNS OF A FAKE TICKET:

Tickets for this event are PHYSICAL only. If someone sends you a digital ticket, it is a fake. Signs of a fake physical ticket include spelling mistakes, missing a Ticketmaster logo or watermark, or coloring that is not blue and white.

More than 1 ticket – individuals were only able to purchase 1 ticket. Be wary of anyone offering more than 1.

The 2025 JUNO Award Nominations Are Out

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The 2025 JUNO Award Nominations Are Out
Nominations for the 2025 JUNO Awards are out, and Tate McRae and Josh Ross lead with 5 nominations. Shaw Mendes and The Weeknd follow with 4.

TIKTOK JUNO FAN CHOICE | JUNO TIKTOK CHOIX DU PUBLIC

bbno$ Independent*Stem
Dean Brody Starseed
Jade Eagleson Starseed
Josh Ross Universal
Karan Aujla Independent*Warner
Les Cowboys Fringants Les Disques de La Tribu*Propagande
Preston Pablo Universal
Shawn Mendes Universal
Tate McRae RCA*Sony
The Weeknd XO*Universal

SINGLE OF THE YEAR PRESENTED BY YOUTUBE | SINGLE DE L’ANNÉE PRÉSENTÉ PAR YOUTUBE

Single Again Josh Ross Universal
Winning Speech Karan Aujla Independent
Why Why Why Shawn Mendes Island*Universal
exes Tate McRae RCA*Sony
Timeless The Weeknd & Playboi Carti XO*Universal

ALBUM OF THE YEAR PRESENTED BY MUSIC CANADA | ALBUM DE L’ANNÉE PRÉSENTÉ PAR MUSIC CANADA

Inuktitut Elisapie Bonsound*Sony
Complicated Josh Ross Universal
Submergé Roxane Bruneau Disques Artic*Sony
UNDISPUTED Sukha GK*Universal
THINK LATER Tate McRae RCA*Sony

BREAKTHROUGH ARTIST OR GROUP OF THE YEAR PRESENTED BY FACTOR, THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA AND CANADA’S PRIVATE RADIO BROADCASTERS |
RÉVÉLATION DE L’ANNÉE (ARTISTE OU GROUPE) PRÉSENTÉ PAR FACTOR, LE GOUVERNEMENT DU CANADA ET L’ASSOCIATION CANADIENNE DES RADIODIFFUSEURS

Alexander Stewart FAE*The Orchard
AP Dhillon Republic*Universal
AR Paisley Warner
Chris Grey Rebellion Records
EKKSTACY Dine Alone*The Orchard
Nemahsis Independent
Owen Riegling Universal
Sukha GK*Universal
Tony Ann Decca*Universal
Zeina Artist Partner Group

ARTIST OF THE YEAR PRESENTED BY SIRIUSXM CANADA | ARTISTE DE L’ANNÉE PRÉSENTÉ PAR SIRIUSXM CANADA

Josh Ross Universal
Kaytranada RCA*Sony
Shawn Mendes Island*Universal
Tate McRae RCA*Sony
The Weeknd XO*Universal

GROUP OF THE YEAR PRESENTED BY SIRIUSXM CANADA | GROUPE DE L’ANNÉE PRÉSENTÉ PAR SIRIUSXM CANADA

Crash Adams Warner
Mother Mother Warner
Spiritbox BMG*Universal
Sum 41 Rise BMG*Universal
The Beaches Independent*AWAL

CLASSICAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR SOLO ARTIST | ALBUM CLASSIQUE DE L’ANNÉE (SOLO)

Signature Philip Glass Angèle Dubeau & La Pietà Analekta*Naxos/The Orchard
Messiaen Barbara Hannigan Alpha Classics*Naxos
freezing Emily D’Angelo Deutsche Grammophon*Universal
Butterfly Lightning Shakes the Earth India Gailey Red Shift*Believe
Williams Violin Concerto No. 1; Bernstein Serenade James Ehnes Pentatone*Naxos/The Orchard

CLASSICAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR (SMALL ENSEMBLE) | ALBUM CLASSIQUE DE L’ANNÉE (PETIT ENSEMBLE)

Known To Dreamers: Black Voices in Canadian Art Song Canadian Art Song Project Centrediscs*Canadian Music Centre/Naxos
Rituæls collectif9 Analekta*Naxos/The Orchard
East is East Infusion Baroque Leaf*Naxos
Marie Hubert : Fille du Roy Karina Gauvin ATMA*Universal
Kevin Lau: Under a Veil of Stars St. John–Mercer–Park Trio Leaf*Naxos

CLASSICAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR (LARGE ENSEMBLE) | ALBUM CLASSIQUE DE L’ANNÉE (GRAND ENSEMBLE)

Ispiciwin Luminous Voices Leaf*Naxos
Alikeness Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra Sinfonia, conducted by/dirigé par Mark Fewer featuring Aiyun Huang, Deantha Edmunds and Mark Fewer Leaf*Naxos
Sibelius 2 & 5 Orchestre Métropolitain, conducted by/dirigé par Yannick Nézet-Séguin ATMA*Universal
Schoenberg: Pelleas und Melisande & Verklärte Nacht Orchestre symphonique de Montréal, conducted by/dirigé par Rafael Payare Pentatone*Naxos/PIAS
Messiaen: Turangalîla-Symphonie Toronto Symphony Orchestra, conducted by/dirigé par Gustavo Gimeno featuring Marc-André Hamelin and Nathalie Forget Harmonia Mundi

JAZZ ALBUM OF THE YEAR (SOLO) | ALBUM JAZZ DE L’ANNÉE (SOLO)

Montreal Jazz Series 1 (Échanges Synaptiques) André Leroux Disques BG*Believe
The Head Of A Mouse Audrey Ochoa Chronograph*Fontana North
Portrait of Right Now Jocelyn Gould Independent
Slice of Life Larnell Lewis Independent
The Antrim Coast Mark Kelso Modica

JAZZ ALBUM OF THE YEAR (GROUP) | ALBUM JAZZ DE L’ANNÉE (GROUPE)

Time Will Tell Andy Milne and Unison Sunnyside*AMPED
Reverence Carn Davidson 9 Independent
Harbour Christine Jensen Jazz Orchestra Justin Time*F.A.B./Nettwerk
Gravity Jeremy Ledbetter Trio Independent
Jaya Raagaverse Independent

VOCAL JAZZ ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM DE JAZZ VOCAL DE L’ANNÉE

Oh Mother Andrea Superstein Cellar*La Reserve
Hello! How Are You? Caity Gyorgy La Reserve*The Orchard
Winter Song Kellylee Evans Independent
Wintersongs Laila Biali Independent/Believe
Magpie Sarah Jerrom TPR*Outside In

INSTRUMENTAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM INSTRUMENTAL DE L’ANNÉE

Disaster Pony Disaster Pony Independent*The Orchard
Distant Places Eric Bearclaw Independent
Ginger Beef Ginger Beef Independent
memory palace Intervals Independent*Believe
Confluencias Melón Jimenez & Lara Wong Independent

BLUES ALBUM OF THE YEAR/ALBUM BLUES DE L’ANNÉE

This Old Life Big Dave McLean Cordova Bay*Fontana North
New Orleans Sessions Blue Moon Marquee Independent
YEAH! David Gogo Cordova Bay*Fontana North
Samantha King and the Midnight Outfit Samantha King & The Midnight Outfit Independent
One Guitar Woman Sue Foley Stony Plain*Fontana North

TRADITIONAL ROOTS ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM ROOTS TRADITIONNEL DE L’ANNÉE

Hemispheres Inn Echo Independent
Retro Man … More and More (Expanded Edition) Jake Vaadeland Jayward*The Orchard
Domino! La Bottine Souriante LABE*Sony/The Orchard
The Road Back Home (Live) Loreena McKennitt Independent*Universal
At The End Of The Day Sylvia Tyson Stony Plain*Fontana North

CONTEMPORARY ROOTS ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM ROOTS CONTEMPORAIN DE L’ANNÉE

Anniversary Abigail Lapell Outside
For Eden Boy Golden Six Shooter*The Orchard
Things Were Never Good If They’re Not Good Now Donovan Woods End Times*The Orchard
Pathways Julian Taylor Howling Turtle*ADA
Strange Medicine Kaia Kater acronym*The Orchard

COUNTRY ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM COUNTRY DE L’ANNÉE

The Compass Project – West Album Brett Kissel Independent*Universal
Dallas Smith Dallas Smith Big Loud*Universal
Complicated Josh Ross Universal
Nobody’s Born With A Broken Heart MacKenzie Porter Big Loud*Universal
Going Home Tyler Joe Miller Independent*The Orchard

ADULT ALTERNATIVE ALBUM OF THE YEAR PRESENTED BY LONG & MCQUADE MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS | ALBUM ADULTE ALTERNATIF DE L’ANNÉE PRÉSENTÉ PAR LONG & MCQUADE MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

Inuktitut Elisapie Bonsound*Sony/The Orchard
Revelation Leif Vollebekk Secret City*F.A.B.
Healing Power Terra Lightfoot Sonic Unyon*Universal
We were born here, what’s your excuse? The Secret Beach Victory Pool*The Orchard
Never Better Wild Rivers Nettwerk*F.A.B./Nettwerk

ALTERNATIVE ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM ALTERNATIF DE L’ANNÉE

When a Thought Grows Wings Luna Li In Real Life*AWAL
Verbathim Nemahsis Independent
Magpie Peach Pit Columbia*Sony
What’s The Point Ruby Waters Independent*Dine Alone
Water The Flowers, Pray For A Garden Valley Universal

ROCK ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM ROCK DE L’ANNÉE

Pages Big Wreck Sonic Unyon*Universal
Vices JJ Wilde Black Box
Grief Chapter Mother Mother Warner
Set Your Pussy Free NOBRO Dine Alone*The Orchard
Heaven :x: Hell Sum 41 Rise/BMG*Universal

METAL/HARD MUSIC ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM DE MUSIQUE MÉTAL/HARD DE L’ANNÉE

Beyond the Reach of the Sun Anciients Season of Mist*The Orchard
PowerNerd Devin Townsend InsideOutMusic*Sony
Fire Kittie Sumerian*Virgin
The Fear of Fear Spiritbox BMG*Universal
ULTRAPOWER Striker Independent

ADULT CONTEMPORARY ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM ADULTE CONTEMPORAIN DE L’ANNÉE

Roses Aphrose Independent
Boundless Possibilities Celeigh Cardinal Independent
Transitions Kellie Loder Independent*Warner
Songs of Love & Death Maddee Ritter Independent*Universal
Lovers’ Gothic Maïa Davies acronym

POP ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM POP DE L’ANNÉE

bleeding heart Alexander Stewart FAE*The Orchard
if this is it… Jamie Fine Universal
Anywhere But Here Preston Pablo 31 East*Universal
Shawn Shawn Mendes Island*Universal
THINK LATER Tate McRae RCA*Sony

DANCE RECORDING OF THE YEAR | ENREGISTREMENT DANCE DE L’ANNÉE

UH HUH DijahSB Never Worry*The Orchard
No Time Interplanetary Criminal & SadBoi Room Two*Columbia
Give in to you REZZ, Virtual Riot & One True God Monstercat
Call Me When So Sus Independent
FOUL TASTE WAWA Independent

UNDERGROUND DANCE SINGLE OF THE YEAR | SINGLE DANCE UNDERGROUND DE L’ANNÉE

Bamboo Ciel Independent
Keepsake Destrata Independent
Distant Memories Hernan Cattaneo, Hicky & Kalo Independent
La Vérité Jesse Mac Cormack, Charlie Houston & Brö Secret City*F.A.B
WTP Suray Sertin Altered States*Universal

ELECTRONIC ALBUM OF THE YEAR PRESENTED BY NISSAN | ALBUM ÉLECTRONIQUE DE L’ANNÉE PRÉSENTÉ PAR NISSAN

Honey Caribou Merge*F.A.B
Union ÈBONY Independent*ADA
Love, Care, Kindness & Hope Fred Everything Lazy Days*Prime Direct
Timeless Kaytranada RCA*Sony
This but More Priori NAFF*One Eye Witness

RAP SINGLE OF THE YEAR | SINGLE RAP DE L’ANNÉE

People Classified Independent
Double The Fun Haviah Mighty Independent
SHUT UP Jessie Reyez FMLY/Island*Universal
BBE Snotty Nose Rez Kids Sony
Hier encore Souldia & Lost Disques 7ième Ciel

RAP ALBUM/EP OF THE YEAR/ALBUM | MICROALBUM RAP DE L’ANNÉE

96 Miles From Bethlehem Belly SALXCO*Universal
Luke’s View Classified Independent
The Flower That Knew DijahSB Lowly
See You When I See You… Dom Vallie Awesome*The Orchard
RED FUTURE Snotty Nose Rez Kids Sony

TRADITIONAL R&B/SOUL RECORDING OF THE YEAR | ENREGISTREMENT R&B/SOUL TRADITIONNEL DE L’ANNÉE

Limbo Aqyila Sony
The Worst Benita Independent*Believe
Cyan Blue Charlotte Day Wilson Independent*The Orchard
Halfway Broken Luna Elle Hot Freestyle*Independent
VELVET SOUL THEHONESTGUY Independent*Believe

CONTEMPORARY R&B RECORDING OF THE YEAR | ENREGISTREMENT R&B CONTEMPORAIN DE L’ANNÉE

Bloom Aqyila Sony
Noire Avenoir Independent*LISTEN TO THE KIDS
FOR THE BOY IN ME Dylan Sinclair Five Stone*The Orchard
LOONY LOONY Independent*AWAL
Eastend Confessions Zeina Artist Partner Group

REGGAE RECORDING OF THE YEAR | ENREGISTREMENT REGGAE DE L’ANNÉE

Born to Be Free Exco Levi Independent
FALLBACK King Cruff & Runkus Tuff Gong*Universal
Destiny Lee “Scratch” Perry & Bob Riddim Independent
Sky’s The Limit Skystar Independent
Rise Tonya P Independent

CHILDREN’S ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM JEUNESSE DE L’ANNÉE

Shun Beh Nats’ujeh: We Are Healing Through Songs Kym Gouchie Independent
Penny Penguin Raffi & Good Lovelies Independent*Universal
Riley Rocket: Songs From Season One Riley Rocket and Megablast Independent
Buon Appetito Walk off the Earth & Romeo Eats Golden Carrot*The Orchard
Maestro Fresh Wes Presents: Young Maestro “Rhyme Travellers” Young Maestro Independent

COMEDY ALBUM OF THE YEAR PRESENTED BY SIRIUSXM CANADA | ALBUM D’HUMOUR DE L’ANNÉE PRÉSENTÉ PAR SIRIUSXM CANADA

Wonder Woman Courtney Gilmour Comedy Records*Downtown
Honourable Intentions Debra DiGiovanni Independent
Popcorn Ivan Decker Independent
Sad Witch Jess Salomon Independent
Down With Tech Nathan Macintosh Comedy Records*Downtown

TRADITIONAL INDIGENOUS ARTIST OR GROUP OF THE YEAR | ARTISTE OU GROUPE AUTOCHTONE TRADITIONNEL DE L’ANNÉE

New Comings Black Bear Singers Independent
Winston & I Brianna Lizotte Independent
Travelling Home Cree Confederation Independent
REZilience Northern Cree Independent
Ostesihtowin-“Brotherhood” Young Spirit Independent

CONTEMPORARY INDIGENOUS ARTIST OR GROUP OF THE YEAR PRESENTED BY DESTINATION INDIGENOUS | ARTISTE OU GROUPE AUTOCHTONE CONTEMPORAIN DE L’ANNÉE PRÉSENTÉ PAR DESTINATION AUTOCHTONE

Precious Diamonds Adrian Sutherland Independent
Boundless Possibilities Celeigh Cardinal Independent
Brown Man Sebastian Gaskin Ishkōdé*Universal
RED FUTURE Snotty Nose Rez Kids Sony
Pretty Red Bird Tia Wood Sony

ALBUM FRANCOPHONE DE L’ANNÉE | FRANCOPHONE ALBUM OF THE YEAR

Aliocha Schneider Aliocha Schneider Les Disques Audiogramme*Sony/The Orchard
Demain il fera beau Fredz La Taniere*Believe
Toutes les rues sont silencieuses Jay Scøtt Disques 7ième Ciel*Believe
Abracadabra Klô Pelgag Secret City*F.A.B.
Pub Royal Les Cowboys Fringants Les Disques de La Tribu*Propagande/Believe

CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN/GOSPEL ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM CHRÉTIEN/GOSPEL CONTEMPORAIN DE L’ANNÉE

elenee. Elenee Independent
My Foundation Jordan St. Cyr Independent*The Orchard
Restore Ryan Ofei Independent*Platoon/Believe
Miracle In The Making Tehillah Worship Independent
Hymns Alive (Live) Toronto Mass Choir Independent*Believe

GLOBAL MUSIC ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM DE MUSIQUE GLOBALE DE L’ANNÉE

Aarambh Abby V Sufiscore
Kanzafula Ahmed Moneka Lulaworld*Independent
Malak Didon Electrofone*Independent
Dankoroba Djely Tapa Independent*Believe
Niebla Ramon Chicharron Independent*Believe

SOUTH ASIAN MUSIC RECORDING OF THE YEAR | ENREGISTREMENT SUD-ASIATIQUE DE L’ANNÉE

The Brownprint AP Dhillon Republic*Universal
COOLIN Chani Nattan, Inderpal Moga & Jazzy B Warner
Love Like That Jonita Gandhi Warner
Tauba Tauba (From “Bad Newz”) Karan Aujla T-Series
Arul Yanchan Produced & Sandeep Narayan Independent

ALBUM ARTWORK OF THE YEAR | GRAPHISME D’ALBUM DE L’ANNÉE

Erik M. Grice (Art Director/Directeur artistique), Vanessa Elizabeth Heins (Photographer/Photographe)
Chandler – Wyatt C. Louis Independent*Universal
Gabriel Noel Altrows (Art Director/Directeur artistique, Illustrator/Illustrateur)
Good Kid 4 – Good Kid Independent/The Orchard
Kee Avil, Jacqueline Beaumont (Art Director/Directeur artistique), Fatine-Violette Sabiri (Photographer/Photographe)
Spine – Kee Avil Constellation*Secretly Canadian
Keenan Gregory (Art Director/Directeur artistique)
Altruistic – Royal Tusk MNRK
Kevin Hearn, Lauchlan Reid (Art Director/Directeur artistique), Antoine Jean Moonen (Designer/Concepteur), Lauchlan Reid (Illustrator/Illustrateur)
Basement Days – The Glacials Celery*IDLA

MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR | VIDÉOCLIP DE L’ANNÉE

Human Adrian Villagomez Apashe & Wasiu Kannibalen*Create
Nasty Jonah Haber Tinashe Independent
GRAVITY Jorden Lee Sean Leon Independent
Name of God Mustafa Mustafa Arts & Crafts*Universal
Jump Cut Winston Hacking Corridor Bonsound*Sony/The Orchard

JACK RICHARDSON PRODUCER OF THE YEAR PRESENTED BY AUDIO-TECHNICA | PRIX JACK RICHARDSON DU RÉALISATEUR DE L’ANNÉE PRÉSENTÉ PAR AUDIO-TECHNICA

Aaron Paris
“intro (end of the world)” – co-producer/co-producteur Ariana Grande, Nick Lee, Shintaro Yasuda
eternal sunshine – Ariana Grande Republic*Universal
“Bought The Earth” – co-producer/co-producteur Calton McDowell, Charlie Coffeen, Rex Kudo
2093 – Yeat Universal
“Let It Breathe” – co-producer/co-producteur Charlie Coffeen, Carton, REWIND, Rex Kudo, Russell Boring, The Kount
11th Dimension – Ski Mask the Slump God Republic*Universal
“Tiger Eye” – co-producer/co-producteur Akeel Henry
Tiger Eye – LOONY Independent*AWAL
“DISHONORED” – co-producer/co-producteur Jack Rochon, Leonardo Dessi, Matthew Sean Leon
IN LOVING MEMORY – Sean Leon, Jessie Reyez Independent
“In The Dirt” – co-producer/co-producteurRussell Vitale, Brad Watt, A.J. Hall
Russ Independent

Akeel Henry
“Spin feat. Victoria Monét” – co-producer/co-producteur Yonatan Ayal
MEGAN – Megan Thee Stallion Hot Girl*Warner
“Smoke” – co-producer/co-producteur Bongo ByTheWay
Smoke – Ari Lennox Interscope*Dreamville
“Shake feat. Jeremih” – co-producer/co-producteur Bongo ByTheWay, Kareen Lomax, Trey Campbell
Trouble In Paradise – Chlöe Parkwood*Sony
“Oh, Wait… feat. Nao” – co-producer/co-producteur Ari PenSmith, Blake Straus
Love’s Letter (Deluxe) – Shae Universe, Independent
“I Choose You” – co-producer/co-producteur Yonatan Ayal
Say Yes – Melanie Fiona Independent
“Love Ain’t Guaranteed” – co-producer/co-producteur Harry Beech
Redemption – MIST Warner

Evan Blair
“Pretty Slowly”
Benson Boone Warner
“Beautiful Things”
Benson Boone Warner
“club heaven”
Nessa Barrett Warner
“No High”
David Kushner Independent
“this is how a woman leaves”
Intermission – Maren Morris Columbia*Sony
“i hope i never fall in love”
Intermission – Maren Morris Columbia*Sony

Jack Rochon
“II HANDS II HEAVEN” – co-producer/co-producteur Beyoncé, Dave Hamelin
COWBOY CARTER – Beyoncé Columbia*Sony
“PROTECTOR” – co-producer/co-producteur Beyoncé
COWBOY CARTER – Beyoncé Columbia*Sony
“JOLENE” – co-producer/co-producteur Alex Vickery, Beyoncé, Brittany “Chi” Coney, Denisia “Blu June” Andrews, Khirye Tyler
COWBOY CARTER – Beyoncé Columbia*Sony
“My Way” – co-producer/co-producteur Charlotte Day Wilson, Leon Thomas
Cyan Blue – Charlotte Day Wilson Stone Woman Music*Independent
“Crash” – co-producer/co-producteur Aaron Paris, Aidan, Alex Goldblatt, Khris Riddick, Mariel Gomerez-Rodriguez, Oak
CRASH – Kehlani TSNMI/Atlantic Records*Warner
“Tears (Feat. Omah Lay)” – co-producer/co-producteur Etienne, GuiltyBeatz, Mariel Gomerez-Rodriguez, Oak, Symphony
CRASH – Kehlani TSNMI/Atlantic*Warner

Shawn Everett
“II MOST WANTED” – co-producer/co-producteur Beyoncé, Jonathan Rado, Michael Pollack, Miley Cyrus
COWBOY CARTER – Beyoncé Columbia*Sony
“Found Heaven”
Found Heaven – Conan Gray Republic*Universal
“Bright Lights” – co-producer/co-producteur Jonathan Rado
Bright Lights – The Killers Island*Universal
“I Don’t” – co-producer/co-producteur Brittany Howard
What Now – Brittany Howard, Island*Universal
“Eye of the Night”
Found Heaven– Conan Gray, Republic*Universal
“Prove it to You” – co-producer/co-producteur Brittany Howard
What Now – Brittany Howard, Island*Universal

RECORDING ENGINEER OF THE YEAR | INGÉNIEUR DU SON DE L’ANNÉE

George Seara
“Soft Spot”
Requiem – keshi Island*Universal
“Dream”
Requiem – keshi Island*Universal

Hill Kourkoutis
“Ghost”
Ghost – Sebastian Gaskin Ishkōdé*Universal
“Should We”
Razzle – Emi Jeen UGIV Music*Symphonic

Mitch McCarthy
“Good Luck, Babe!”
Good Luck, Babe! – Chappell Roan Island*Universal
“Make You Mine”
Make You Mine – Madison Beer Epic*Sony

Serban Ghenea
“Please Please Please”
Short n’ Sweet – Sabrina Carpenter Island*Universal
“Lose Control”
I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1) – Teddy Swims Warner

Shawn Everett
“Don’t Forget Me”
Don’t Forget Me – Maggie Rogers Capitol*Universal
“Deeper Well”
Deeper Well– Kacey Musgraves Interscope*Universal

CLASSICAL COMPOSITION OF THE YEAR | COMPOSITION CLASSIQUE DE L’ANNÉE

Angmalukisaa Deantha Edmunds Independent*Leaf/Naxos
the fog in our poise Gabriel Dharmoo Centrediscs*Canadian Music Centre/Naxos
L’écoute du perdu : III. « Voix jetées » Keiko Devaux ATMA*Universal
Dark Flower Linda Catlin Smith Redshift*Independent
String Quartet No. 4 “Insects and Machines” Vivian Fung Independent

SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR PRESENTED BY SOCAN | AUTEUR-COMPOSITEUR DE L’ANNÉE PRÉSENTÉ PAR SOCAN

Abel Tesfaye
PUBLISHER: XO MUSIC PUBLISHING/UNIVERSAL MUSIC PUBLISHING GROUP
“Dancing in the Flames” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Max Martin, Oscar Holter
Dancing in the Flames – The Weeknd XO*Universal

PUBLISHER: SELF PUBLISHED
“Timeless” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Blessed, Jarrod “Twisco” Morgan, Jordan Terrell Carter, Kobe “BbyKobe” Hood, Lawson, Mark Williams, MIKE DEAN, Pharrel Williams, Raul Cubina (Volta), Tariq “BL$$D” Sharrieff
Timeless – The Weeknd XO * Universal

PUBLISHER: XO MUSIC PUBLISHING/UNIVERSAL MUSIC PUBLISHING GROUP
“São Paulo” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Agustinho Raphael Dos Santos, Andre Luiz Viegas, Everton Ramos De Araujo, Flavio Seraphim De Almeida, Larissa de Macedo Machado, Marcelo Nei Leal, MIKE DEAN, Sean Solymar, Tatiana Dos Santos Lourenco, Washington Luis Costa Vaz
Sao Paulo – The Weeknd, Anitta XO * Universal

AP Dhillon
PUBLISHER: SELF PUBLISHED
“Old Money” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Abdul Aziz Dieng, Chris Mathew LaRocca-Cerrone, Luke Maurizio Mauti, Michael Tompa, Robert Benvegnu, Satinderpal Singh
The Brownprint – AP Dhillon Republic*Universal

PUBLISHER: SELF PUBLISHED
“Losing Myself feat. Gunna” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Abdul Aziz Dieng, Herman Atwal, , Luke Maurizio Mauti, Rashpal Singh, Sergio Giavanni Kitchens
Losing Myself feat. Gunna – AP Dhillon Republic*Universal

PUBLISHER: SELF PUBLISHED
“Bora Bora (feat. Arya Starr)” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Anas Rahmoune, Joseph Watchorn, Mason Tanner, Satinderpal Singh
The Brownprint – AP Dhillon Republic*Universal

Jessie Reyez
PUBLISHER: BERTELSMANN MUSIC GROUP
“Child of Fire” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Oladipo Omishore, Spencer Stewart, Tiffany Day
Child of Fire – Jessie Reyez Independant*Fuga

PUBLISHER: FMLY/BERTELSMANN MUSIC GROUP
“RIDIN (feat. Lil Wayne)” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Dwayne Carter, Jeff Gitelman, Jordan K. Johnson, Stefan Johnson
RIDIN (feat. Lil Wayne) – Jessie Reyez Island*Universal

PUBLISHER: FMLY/BERTELSMANN MUSIC GROUP
“SHUT UP feat. Big Sean” – co-songwriter/co-compositeurs Christopher Smith, Giovani Figueroa-Borges, Julian Harris, Nolan Lambroza, Sean Anderson, Uforo Ebong
SHUT UP feat. Big Sean – Jessie Reyez Island*Universal

Mustafa
PUBLISHER: UNIVERSAL MUSIC PUBLISHING GROUP
“Name of God” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Aaron Dessner, Simon Hessman,
Dunya – Mustafa Arts&Crafts*Universal

PUBLISHER: SELF PUBLISHED
“Leaving Toronto” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Jonah Yano, Rodaidh Mcdonald, Simon Hessman
Dunya – Mustafa Arts&Crafts*Universal

PUBLISHER: SELF PUBLISHED
“I’ll Go Anywhere” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Simon Hessman
Dunya – Mustafa Arts&Crafts*Universal

Nemah Hasan
PUBLISHER: SELF PUBLISHED
“stick of gum” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Danny Casio, Pablo Bowman
Verbathim – Nemah Hasan Independent

PUBLISHER: SELF PUBLISHED
“you wore it better” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Danny Casio, Pablo Bowman
Verbathim – Nemah Hasan Independent

PUBLISHER: SELF PUBLISHED
“coloured concrete” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Danny Casio, Pablo Bowman
Verbathim – Nemah Hasan Independent

SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR (NON-PERFORMER) PRESENTED BY SOCAN | AUTEUR-COMPOSITEUR DE L’ANNÉE (NON-EXÉCUTANT) PRÉSENTÉ PAR LA SOCAN

Evan Blair
PUBLISHER: SELECTORSONGS/SONY MUSIC PUBLISHING
“Beautiful Things” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Benson Boone, Jackson Lafrantz Larsen
Beautiful Things – Benson Boone Warner

PUBLISHER: SELECTORSONGS/SONY MUSIC PUBLISHING
“Pretty Slowly” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Benson Boone, Jackson Lafrantz Larsen
Pretty Slowly – Benson Boone Warner

PUBLISHER: SELECTORSONGS/SONY MUSIC PUBLISHING
“i hope i never fall in love” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Delacey, Lucy Healey, Maren Morris
Intermission – Maren Morris Columbia * Sony

Lowell
PUBLISHER: ARTIST PUBLISHING GROUP WEST/KOBALT MUSIC GROUP
“TEXAS HOLD ‘EM” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Atia “Ink” Boggs, Beyoncé, Brian Bates, Megan Bülow, Nate Ferraro, Raphael Saadiq
TEXAS HOLD ‘EM – Beyoncé Columbia*Sony

PUBLISHER: ARTIST PUBLISHING GROUP WEST/KOBALT MUSIC GROUP
“BODYGUARD” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Beyoncé, Leven Kali, Raphael Saadiq, Ryan Beatty, Shantoni Ajane Nichols, Terius “The Dream” Gesteelde-Diamant
COWBOY CARTER – Beyoncé Columbia*Sony

PUBLISHER: ARTIST PUBLISHING GROUP WEST/KOBALT MUSIC GROUP
“Takes One To Know One” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Eliza Enman-Mcdaniel, Gus van Go, Jordan Miller, Kylie Miller, Leandra Earl
Takes One To Know One – The Beaches Independent*AWAL

Nathan Ferraro
PUBLISHER: HEART AND ART MUS/SONY MUSIC PUBLISHING
“TEXAS HOLD ‘EM” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Atia “Ink” Boggs, Beyoncé, Brian Bates, Elizabeth Lowell Boland, Megan Bülow, Raphael Saadiq
TEXAS HOLD ‘EM – Beyoncé Columbia*Sony

PUBLISHER: SELF PUBLISHED
“Smoke” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Akeel Henry, Ant Clemons, Courtney Salter, Uforo Ebong Smoke – Ari Lennox Interscope*Universal

PUBLISHER: SELF PUBLISHED
“Who Do I Call Now? (Hellbent)” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Elizabeth Lowell Boland, Michael Wise, Sofia Camara
Who Do I Call Now? (Hellbent) – Sofia Camara Universal

Shaun Frank
PUBLISHER: REGICIDE ENT/CANADIANA MUS
“Love Somebody” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Ashley Gorley, Elof Loelv, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, John Bryon, Martina Sorbara, Morgan Wallen, Nicholas Gale, Ryan Vojtesak, Steve Richard Francis Mastroianni, Yaakov Gruzman
Love Somebody – Morgan Wallen Big Loud*Mercury/Republic/Universal

PUBLISHER: WARNER-TAMERLANE PUBLISHING CO / CANADIANA MUS
“Training Season” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Caroline Ailin, Danny L Harle, Dua Lipa, Kevin Parker, Martina Sorbara, Nicholas Gate, Steve Francis Richard Mastroianni, Tobias Jesso Jr., Yaakov Gruzman
Training Season – Dua Lipa Warner

PUBLISHER: SELF PUBLISHED
“Sideways” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs A. Graham, David Karbal, Marcel Kosic, Richard Beynon, Tiernan Kelly, Tinashe Sibanda
DIAMANTE – Gordo Independent

Tobias Jesso Jr.
PUBLISHER: UNIVERSAL MUSIC PUBLISHING GROUP
“Houdini” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Caroline Ailin, Dua Lipa, Danny L Harle, Kevin Parker
Houdini – Dua Lipa Warner

PUBLISHER: UNIVERSAL MUSIC PUBLISHING GROUP
“push me over” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Catherine Hope Gavin, Josette Maskin, Maren Morris, Naomi McPherson
Intermission – Maren Morris Columbia*Sony

PUBLISHER: UNIVERSAL MUSIC PUBLISHING GROUP
“Come Show Me” – co-songwriters/co-compositeurs Camila Cabello, DJ Spinn (Morris Anthony Harper), Jasper Harris, Pablo Diaz-Reixa
C,XOXO (Magic City Edition) – Camila Cabello Interscope*Universal

5 Surprising Facts About Sly and the Family Stone’s ‘Stand!’

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5 Surprising Facts About Sly and the Family Stone’s ‘Stand!’

Released in 1969, just months before their legendary Woodstock performance, Sly and the Family Stone’s Stand! fused funk, soul, and rock in a way that had never been done before. It was socially conscious, musically innovative, and packed with songs that became instant classics.

From “Everyday People” to “I Want to Take You Higher,” Stand! isn’t just an album—it’s a revolution set to music. But even with its Grammy Hall of Fame status and Library of Congress recognition, there are still some untold stories about this legendary record.

1. The Album Almost Didn’t Happen

Before Stand! became a smash hit, Sly and the Family Stone were struggling. Their previous album, Life, failed to break the Billboard 200’s Top 100, and the band was on shaky ground commercially. Epic Records wasn’t sure if they should keep investing in a group that had yet to prove themselves beyond their hit “Dance to the Music.”

But Stand! changed everything. It catapulted the band into the mainstream, selling 500,000 copies in its first year and eventually going triple Platinum. If this album hadn’t taken off, we might never have gotten the full brilliance of Sly and the Family Stone.

2. “Everyday People” Popularized a Famous Catchphrase

Before Stand!, people weren’t using the phrase “different strokes for different folks” in everyday conversation. But after the release of “Everyday People,” the phrase became a pop culture staple, capturing the song’s message of unity and acceptance.

The song was a massive hit, spending four weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Decades later, it even inspired the title of the classic 1978 sitcom Diff’rent Strokes. The song’s legacy didn’t stop there—hip-hop group Arrested Development reimagined it in 1992 with their hit “People Everyday,” proving that Sly’s message of inclusivity is truly timeless.

3. “I Want to Take You Higher” Was Originally a Different Song

Before becoming one of Sly and the Family Stone’s most electrifying anthems, “I Want to Take You Higher” existed in an early form called “Higher.” It was originally recorded for the band’s 1968 Dance to the Music album, but the song didn’t have the same energy that it would later take on.

When the band revamped it for Stand!, they added a heavy dose of funk, more layered vocals, and a driving groove that turned it into a must-play at every party and festival. Their live performance of the song at Woodstock—where Sly had the crowd chanting “higher!” at 3 a.m.—is now the stuff of legend.

4. The Band Laughed Their Way Through “Sex Machine”

“Sex Machine” isn’t just a 13-minute funk jam—it’s a snapshot of the band’s raw energy and creative spontaneity. The song was recorded in one long take, with each band member getting a solo. The highlight? Drummer Gregg Errico’s explosive solo at the end.

If you listen closely, you’ll hear something unexpected: laughter. As the track wraps up, the band can be heard cracking up in the background. It’s proof that even in the midst of their rise to stardom, Sly and the Family Stone never lost their sense of joy and playfulness in the studio.

5. “Stand!” Had to Be Reworked After a Lukewarm Club Reaction 🎵📢

When Sly first played an early acetate of “Stand!” at a San Francisco nightclub, the response was… underwhelming. The song was missing something. Instead of scrapping it, Sly went back to the studio and added the now-famous gospel-inspired outro.

That last-minute decision turned the track into a classic. The extended outro, recorded with session musicians because most of the band wasn’t available, became one of the most beloved parts of the song. Even Gregg Errico later admitted that people often asked why the entire song wasn’t built around that gospel section!

With its powerful social messages, boundary-pushing musicianship, and undeniable grooves, it helped redefine what funk and soul could be. From the anthemic call to action in “Stand!” to the joyous unity of “Everyday People,” every song on the album still hits hard today.

5 Surprising Facts About The Eagles’ ‘Hotel California’

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5 Surprising Facts About The Eagles’ ‘Hotel California’

The Eagles’ Hotel California is so deeply embedded in rock history that its opening chords are instantly recognizable. From its Grammy-winning title track to its eerie themes of excess and disillusionment, this 1976 classic has remained a staple in the cultural zeitgeist. But even with its 26× Platinum certification and millions of copies sold worldwide, there are still some surprising stories lurking behind the neon glow of that iconic album cover.

Whether you’re a lifelong Eagles fan or just discovering their timeless sound, here are five fascinating facts about Hotel California that you probably didn’t know.

1. Black Sabbath Almost Ruined the Recording Process

When the Eagles were recording Hotel California at Criteria Studios in Miami, they weren’t alone—next door, the mighty Black Sabbath was busy laying down tracks for their Technical Ecstasy album. The problem? Sabbath was so loud that their earth-shaking riffs kept bleeding through the studio walls, forcing the Eagles to pause recording multiple times.

The disruption was particularly bad for “The Last Resort,” which had to be re-recorded several times due to the heavy metal chaos next door. One can only imagine the contrast: the Eagles crafting their polished harmonies while Tony Iommi and company were summoning the sound of the apocalypse.

2. The Title Track Was Spliced Together from 33 Different Takes

“Hotel California” might sound like a seamless, live performance, but in reality, it’s a Frankenstein’s monster of studio wizardry. After laying down multiple full takes of the song, producer Bill Szymczyk and the band meticulously spliced together the best parts from 33 different edits on the two-inch master tape.

The most iconic part of the song—Joe Walsh and Don Felder’s legendary guitar solo—was also pieced together from different improvisations, requiring three days of painstaking work to get it just right. The result? One of the most celebrated guitar duels in rock history, later voted the best guitar solo of all time by Guitarist magazine in 1998.

3. The Cover Image Almost Led to a Lawsuit

The now-iconic Hotel California album cover was photographed at the Beverly Hills Hotel just before sunset, giving it that warm, golden glow. However, the hotel wasn’t thrilled about being associated with the Eagles’ dark, cautionary tale of hedonism and excess.

When the album became a massive success, the Beverly Hills Hotel threatened legal action against the band for using its image without permission. Fortunately, no lawsuit ever materialized, but it’s safe to say they weren’t too pleased about being forever linked to rock music’s most mysterious metaphorical hotel.

4. “Life in the Fast Lane” Was Inspired by a Drug Dealer’s Reckless Driving

Glenn Frey came up with the phrase “life in the fast lane” during a wild car ride with a drug dealer known as The Count. While speeding down an L.A. freeway, Frey, alarmed by the breakneck pace, told The Count to slow down. His response? “What do you mean? It’s life in the fast lane!”

The phrase stuck in Frey’s head, and when Joe Walsh casually played an electrifying riff during rehearsals, the pieces clicked together. Henley and Frey wrote the lyrics to match the riff’s high-speed energy, resulting in one of the band’s most adrenaline-fueled anthems.

5. The Song “New Kid in Town” Is a Metaphor for Fading Fame

On the surface, “New Kid in Town” sounds like a song about romantic jealousy, but it carries a deeper meaning. The Eagles were at the peak of their success in the mid-’70s, but they were already aware that fame is fleeting. Don Henley later revealed that the song was actually about the anxiety of being replaced—whether by a younger artist in the music industry or by someone new in a lover’s life.

With lines like “They will never forget you ‘til somebody new comes along,” the song encapsulates the inevitable rise and fall of rock stars. Ironically, despite its melancholy message, “New Kid in Town” shot to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, proving that the Eagles still had plenty of time at the top.

From its painstaking recording process to its behind-the-scenes chaos, every track on Hotel California has a tale worth telling. Whether you’re captivated by the haunting title track, the reckless energy of “Life in the Fast Lane,” or the bittersweet nostalgia of “New Kid in Town,” this record continues to fascinate generations of listeners.

So the next time you hear those opening chords, remember: you can check out any time you like, but Hotel California will never leave 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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