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Calgary R&B Heartthrob Kuzi Cee Digs Deeper Into Vulnerability With New Single “Rain”

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Kuzi Cee drops “Rain” today on Universal Music Canada, his follow-up to the breakout hit “Rather Be” and another confident step from one of Canada’s most compelling young R&B voices. Produced by Aeon Wang and mixed by GRAMMY Award-winning engineer Teezio, known for his work with Chris Brown and Gunna, the single moves over moody, cinematic production with a controlled yet impassioned vocal performance that asks a simple, loaded question: will you stay when things get hard?

Kuzi speaks directly to the heart of it: “Rain is about loving someone the right way. Learning them, showing up with intention, and not running when things get hard. If it’s real, you stay, even when it isn’t easy.” Listen here.

“Rather Be” continues to climb at radio, marking Kuzi’s first entry on the Billboard Canada CHR/Top 40 Airplay chart and earning him an iHeartRadio Future Star designation. The single has crossed 2.9 million global streams and generated over 60 million impressions across social platforms. Today also marks the premiere of his Northern Touch Live performance, delivering both “Rain” and “Rather Be” backed by a full live band, a showcase of the stage presence and vocal control that set him apart in today’s R&B landscape.

Born in Zimbabwe and raised across New York, Philadelphia, Toronto, and Calgary, Kuzi draws from a globally informed palette shaped by icons including Usher, Ne-Yo, and Mariah Carey. He has shared stages with Nelly, G-Eazy, T.I., Ashanti, and Michael Bublé, and performed at SXSW and The Great Escape. Teaser content for “Rain” generated over 251,000 views ahead of release, with more than 200 TikTok creates before the single even dropped.

UMe Marks 40 Years Of Pretty In Pink With A Limited-Edition Color Vinyl Soundtrack Reissue

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Forty years on, the Pretty in Pink soundtrack still hits. UMe marks the anniversary of the 1986 John Hughes classic with a limited-edition reissue of its iconic soundtrack, out now. The ‘Pretty in Baby Pink’ color vinyl LP comes housed in a gatefold sleeve with film photography and includes two bonus tracks previously unavailable on the soundtrack: Otis Redding’s “Try a Little Tenderness” and Talk Back’s “Rudy.”

The original soundtrack was a defining cultural document of its era, and the tracklist holds up without apology. “If You Leave” by OMD, The Psychedelic Furs’ Top 5 title track “Pretty in Pink,” New Order’s “Shell-Shock,” Echo & The Bunnymen’s “Bring on the Dancing Horses,” The Smiths’ “Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want,” and INXS deep-cut “Do Wot You Do” all appear, alongside contributions from Suzanne Vega featuring Joe Jackson, Jesse Johnson, Belouis Some, and Danny Hutton Hitters.

The film itself starred Molly Ringwald and Andrew McCarthy, with supporting performances from Harry Dean Stanton, Jon Cryer, Annie Potts, and James Spader. Directed by Howard Deutch and written and executive produced by Hughes, it remains one of his most enduring cultural touchstones. Pretty in Pink is also available now on digital in remastered 4K Ultra HD from Paramount Pictures.

The 40th Anniversary edition is released with the co-operation of the Hughes Company and Paramount Pictures. A standard black 1LP featuring the original tracklist is available alongside the color pressing.

Pretty In Pink 40th Anniversary ‘Pretty In Baby Pink’ Color Vinyl Tracklist:

Side A:

“If You Leave” – Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD)

“Left of Center” – Suzanne Vega (feat. Joe Jackson)

“Get to Know Ya” – Jesse Johnson

“Do Wot You Do” – INXS

“Pretty in Pink” – The Psychedelic Furs

“Try A Little Tenderness” – Otis Redding

Side B:

“Shell-Shock” – New Order

“Round, Round” – Belouis Some

“Wouldn’t It Be Good” – Danny Hutton Hitters

“Bring on the Dancing Horses” – Echo & The Bunnymen

“Please Please Please Let Me Get What I Want” – The Smiths

“Rudy” – Talk Back

Indie Dream-Pop Duo Sunday (1994) Close The ‘Devotion’ Era With A Stunning Deluxe Edition

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Sunday (1994) release ‘Devotion (Deluxe)’ today on Arista Records, adding three new tracks to their beloved debut album and closing the Devotion era with one final chapter. The band recorded everything in their one-bedroom apartment, writing on the road in London, in the rural Cotswolds, and at home in California. It is deeply personal work, and it sounds like it.

The band puts it plainly: “Three brand new songs and the final chapter in the Devotion saga. Written on the road in London, the Cotswolds in rural England and at home in California, and all recorded in our one bedroom apartment. This is us at our most personal. And now it’s yours. You’re born alone, you die alone and in between we’ll see you at The Fairground.”

The three new tracks are “Shame,” “The Fairground,” and “Darling, I’ve Done This Dance Before.” Focus track “Shame,” premiering on ALT Nation, layers angelic vocals over heavy lyrical territory as Paige sings “It’s such a shame / We wanna be lovers / But they want us dead.” The band describes the song as “when two heavenly creatures are forced apart by small-minded preachers, one takes matters into her own hands. Because sometimes life itself is sick in the head.” It is arresting and cinematic, exactly what Sunday (1994) do best.

The original Devotion was named a best new album of the week by NPR and drew praise from Far Out Magazine, PAPER, Billboard, Rolling Stone, and more. The band supported Phantogram on a Western U.S. run, headlined their debut U.K. tour (sold out), and delivered a standout set at All Things Go in Washington DC alongside Noah Kahan, Doechii, Clairo, and Remi Wolf. The Devotion era closes April 29th with a special evening at the Masonic Lodge at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Tickets are on sale now.

London-Based Indie-Pop Force Baby Queen Unleashes Euphoric New Single “Feel Something”

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Baby Queen drops “Feel Something” today on Insanity Records, the second single from her not yet announced second studio album. It follows the scintillating lead single “I Hope You Don’t Remember Me” and announces itself immediately, opening in a whirl of 80s pop atmospherics before erupting into frenetic bass grooves, epic guitar lines, and propulsive drums. The hook is indelible. This is indie-pop with real force behind it.

Bella Latham speaks directly about the song: “This song took many months to write. It details the thrill of a forbidden romance wherein for me, desire is overriding common sense. It’s wild and free and perhaps more emotionally naive than the rest of the record, but there’s also a lot of tension and a deep sense of yearning in it. It has always felt like a kind of beginning to me narrative-wise, because everything starts with the inception of a feeling.”

The single arrives after Baby Queen’s recent return to the live stage at London’s Hoxton Hall, where she made a grand entrance on a horse-drawn funeral carriage, a symbolic tribute to the death of her ego. She debuted new songs alongside fan favourites, backed by musicians from the new album, including producer Alex Casnoff on keys.

The new record was born out of a starkly emotional period. Latham left London for New York and then LA, where she connected with Casnoff and found a collaborator who instinctively understood her creative vision. Their sessions across LA and London capture an artist leaning into a visceral, raw new sound that feels immediate and uncompromising.

Baby Queen’s previous credits include the breakout “Colours of You” for Netflix’s Heartstopper, a tour with Olivia Rodrigo, and her critically acclaimed Top 5 debut album ‘Quarter Life Crisis’ in 2023. “Feel Something” is out now.

Punk Provocateurs The Medicine Dolls Get Ferocious On New Single “Tip The Waitress”

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The Medicine Dolls are one of the most visually and sonically distinct underground rock acts working today, and “Tip The Waitress” makes that case without apology. Out now on Just Music, the new single is a snarling, glam-soaked punk track recorded at Atomic Studios in Cape Town with long-time producer Matthew Fink. It lands with the kind of unhinged energy the band has built their reputation on.

Formed in 2018 by vocalist Gory Guttersnipe and bassist Bex Knickerless, the four-piece later locked in guitarist Slava Nikonov and drummer Callula Jane Clay-Smith. Drawing from cult touchstones like The Cramps, The B-52s, Nina Hagen, and modern provocateur Ashnikko, the band fuses punk grit with campy theatricality and dark glamour into something that feels both vintage and futuristic.

The accompanying music video was directed by South African filmmaker Ryan Kruger, known globally for his surreal, grindhouse-inflected visual style and the boundary-pushing feature film Fried Barry. Kruger’s direction leans hard into the Dolls’ signature aesthetic, pushing their punk sleaze and subversive imagery into even more daring territory. The result is a visually explosive piece that matches the song’s ferocious energy beat for beat.

“Tip The Waitress” is The Medicine Dolls at their most unapologetic, a reminder that the most exciting rock coming out of South Africa’s alternative scene right now has a Cape Town address.

Jack Harlow Drops Fourth Studio Album ‘Monica’

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Jack Harlow is back, and he made this one in New York. The GRAMMY-nominated, diamond-selling rapper releases his fourth studio album, Monica, today on Atlantic Records. Nine tracks recorded at the legendary Electric Lady Studios, where the history of the building became part of the process. This is Harlow recharged and working at a level that matches the room.

Monica arrives with a producer list that means business: Aksel Arvid, Jermaine Paul, Clay Harlow, Angel “BabeTruth” Lopez, and Hollywood Cole all contribute, bringing a range that gives the album room to move. Featured artists include Robert Glasper, Ravyn Lenae, Omar Apollo, and rising Louisville R&B talent James Savage. The tracklist opens with “Trade Places” and closes with “Say Hello,” nine songs that reflect Harlow’s time living and working in the city.

The album follows Jackman., which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Rap Albums chart. “Lovin On Me” recently joined Spotify’s Billions Club, making it his first solo song to reach the milestone, joining billion-stream collaborations “Industry Baby” and “3D.” Total global streams now sit at 32.4 billion.

Beyond music, Harlow founded the annual Gazebo Festival in Louisville and established The Jack Harlow Foundation in 2023, distributing funds and product donations to Kentucky organizations. He also appeared alongside Matt Damon and Casey Affleck on screen, and collaborated with Jil Sander and Marni in 2024.

Monica is out now on all platforms here. The official vinyl is available for pre-order.

Monica Tracklist:

  1. Trade Places
  2. Lonesome
  3. Prague
  4. My Winter
  5. Move Along
  6. All Of My Friends
  7. Living Alone
  8. Against The Grain
  9. Say Hello

Montana Folk Duo Buffalo Traffic Jam Drop “Hanging on Hope” On A Sold-Out Tour

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Buffalo Traffic Jam are having a moment, and they know exactly what to do with it. The Bozeman-born folk duo of Frankie Cassidy and Nathan Ross drop their new single “Hanging on Hope” today on Arista Records, arriving mid-run of their completely sold-out inaugural Take Me Home Tour. Clubs packed with fans singing back every word. That’s the current reality for this duo.

“Hanging on Hope” opens on warmly wistful acoustic guitar before swelling into strings, piano, and drums, with Cassidy’s smoky vocal carrying the emotional weight of a love he can’t release. The track is raw and quietly devastating, one of the most affecting things they’ve put to tape. It builds on the foundation laid by January’s “I Don’t Care” and the breakout “Fool’s Gold,” which sits at No. 3 on the Adult Alternative Airplay chart and has crossed 65 million streams since September.

Cassidy puts it plainly: “‘Hanging on Hope’ is about attempting a last-ditch effort to salvage a relationship that was lost. When you truly believe in something and want it to work, your mind can think that being mentally abused by the situation is preferable to losing what once was.”

The lyric video finds Frankie and Nathan back home in a lived-in Bozeman practice space, DIY and familiar. Billboard has named the duo their current Chartbreaker. American Songwriter premiered the track, calling it “an incredibly listenable mash of styles with country undertones and an indie rock angst.” Monthly Spotify listeners have surpassed 3.4 million.

The Take Me Home Tour runs deep into 2026, including back-to-back sold-out nights at the Troubadour in West Hollywood, festival appearances at MerleFest, BottleRock, Bonnaroo, and Bourbon & Beyond, support slots with Turnpike Troubadours and Goose, and a European run that includes Dublin, Berlin, London, and Glasgow.

Buffalo Traffic Jam Tour Dates:

Mar 13 – Charlotte, NC @ The Evening Muse (SOLD OUT)

Mar 14 – Columbia, SC @ St. Pat’s in Five Points

Mar 17 – New York, NY @ Mercury Lounge (SOLD OUT)

Mar 18 – Cambridge, MA @ The Sinclair (SOLD OUT)

Mar 20 – Montréal, QC @ The Ritz-Carlton Montreal (SOLD OUT)

Mar 21 – Toronto, ON @ Horseshoe Tavern (SOLD OUT)

Mar 22 – Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues Cleveland (SOLD OUT)

Mar 24 – Omaha, NE @ Reverb Lounge (SOLD OUT)

Mar 27 – West Valley City, UT @ Maverik Center (w/ Turnpike Troubadours)

Mar 28 – Boise, ID @ ExtraMile Arena (w/ Turnpike Troubadours)

Apr 01 – Denver, CO @ Globe Hall (SOLD OUT)

Apr 02 – Denver, CO @ Globe Hall (SOLD OUT)

Apr 03 – Fort Collins, CO @ Sound Bar (SOLD OUT)

Apr 10 – New Orleans, LA @ Hogs for the Cause 2026

Apr 11 – Fort Lauderdale, FL @ Tortuga Music Festival 2026

Apr 16 – Richmond, VA @ The Camel (SOLD OUT)

Apr 17 – Washington, DC @ DC9 (SOLD OUT)

Apr 18 – Philadelphia, PA @ MilkBoy (SOLD OUT)

Apr 23 – Wilkesboro, NC @ MerleFest 2026

Apr 30 – Austin, TX @ Antone’s (SOLD OUT)

May 01 – Lubbock, TX @ Cook’s Garage (w/ Ole 60)

May 02 – Dallas, TX @ The Bomb Factory (SOLD OUT)

May 03 – Houston, TX @ House of Blues Houston (SOLD OUT)

May 09 – Baltimore, MD @ Power Plant Live! (w/ Ole 60)

May 13 – Whitefish, MT @ The Remington Bar (SOLD OUT)

May 14 – Missoula, MT @ Top Hat Lounge (SOLD OUT)

May 16 – Seattle, WA @ The Crocodile (SOLD OUT)

May 17 – Portland, OR @ Aladdin Theater (SOLD OUT)

May 19 – West Hollywood, CA @ Troubadour (SOLD OUT)

May 20 – West Hollywood, CA @ Troubadour (SOLD OUT)

May 24 – Napa, CA @ BottleRock Napa Valley 2026

May 28 – Palmer, AK @ Palmer Alehouse

May 29 – Hope, AK @ Creekbend Cafe

May 30 – Hope, AK @ Creekbend Cafe

Jun 13 – Manchester, TN @ Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival 2026

Jun 17 – Berlin, Germany @ Frannz Club

Jun 18 – Cologne, Germany @ Artheater

Jun 21 – Dublin, Ireland @ The Button Factory (SOLD OUT)

Jun 22 – Dublin, Ireland @ The Button Factory (SOLD OUT)

Jun 24 – Camden, UK @ Electric Ballroom

Jun 26 – Chelmsford, UK @ State Fayre 2026

Jun 26 – Manchester, UK @ Academy 2 (SOLD OUT)

Jun 27 – Glasgow @ State Fayre 2026

Jun 28 – Chelmsford @ State Fayre 2026

Jun 30 – Leeds @ Millennium Square (w/ Dylan Gossett)

Jul 09 – New Glasgow, PE @ Cavendish Beach Music Festival

Jul 11 – Saint Paul, MN @ Minnesota Country Club 2026

Jul 17 – Beech Mountain, NC @ Beech Mountain Resort

Aug 01 – Saint Charles, IA @ Hinterland Music Festival 2026

Aug 22 – Bend, OR @ Hayden Homes Amphitheater (w/ Goose)

Sep 17 – Pryor, OK @ Born & Raised Music Festival

Sep 24 – Louisville, KY @ Bourbon & Beyond

Nov 20 – St. Petersburg, FL @ St. Pete Country Fest

30 Classic Rock And Pop Artists From The 1970s Who Still Tour Like It Is Opening Night

Turn down the lights and crank the amps. The 1970s produced a generation of artists whose songs became part of the cultural DNA of rock and pop. Decades later, many of those same performers are still stepping on stage with the same spark that filled arenas the first time around. These 30 legends built their careers in the 1970s and continue to tour, proving that great songs and great performers never really slow down.

Al Stewart
The voice behind “Year of the Cat” still brings storytelling and folk rock elegance to the stage. His concerts feel like an evening of musical time travel.

America
Their breezy harmonies and acoustic classics still fill theaters. Songs like “A Horse With No Name” sound just as warm live today.

Art Garfunkel
Few voices in pop history are as instantly recognizable. His live shows highlight decades of beautiful melodies and timeless songwriting.

Billy Joel
The Piano Man continues to sell out massive venues. Every concert turns into a giant singalong of New York storytelling classics.

Bob Dylan
More than 60 years into his career, Dylan still tours constantly. Each show brings new arrangements and a reminder of his unmatched songwriting legacy.

Bonnie Raitt
Slide guitar brilliance and soulful vocals make her concerts unforgettable. Her live performances remain warm, powerful, and deeply musical.

Bruce Springsteen
Few performers match The Boss for energy and marathon sets. With the E Street Band behind him, every show feels legendary.

Carlos Santana
Santana still blends Latin rhythms, blues, and psychedelic guitar into hypnotic concerts. His tone alone can light up an arena.

Chicago
Horn driven rock classics continue to fill venues worldwide. Their catalog spans generations of fans.

Don McLean
“American Pie” still brings audiences to their feet. His concerts are filled with stories behind the songs.

Daryl Hall
The Hall & Oates co founder still tours with a stellar band. Soulful pop classics remain crowd favorites.

Earth, Wind & Fire
Funk, soul, and disco brilliance power their live shows. Their 2026 tour with Lionel Richie proves the groove never stops.

Elvis Costello
Sharp songwriting and fearless live performances define his concerts. No two shows are ever quite the same.

Graham Nash
The Crosby, Stills & Nash legend still tours with acoustic warmth and timeless harmonies.

Heart
Ann Wilson’s powerhouse vocals remain one of rock’s greatest instruments. Their concerts are packed with soaring classics.

Jackson Browne
His reflective songwriting continues to shine on stage. Fans still hang on every lyric.

James Taylor
Gentle melodies and rich storytelling make his concerts feel personal. The songs still connect across generations.

Jethro Tull
Ian Anderson still leads theatrical progressive rock performances. The flute solos remain as iconic as ever.

John Fogerty
The voice behind Creedence Clearwater Revival still brings swamp rock energy to the stage.

Kansas
“Carry On Wayward Son” still sends crowds into the stratosphere. Their violin driven rock remains powerful live.

Little River Band
Smooth harmonies and soft rock classics keep audiences singing along.

Marshall Tucker Band
Southern rock traditions live on through their touring lineup. The groove is still unmistakable.

Neil Young
Whether acoustic or electric, his shows feel spontaneous and raw. The music remains fearless.

Peter Frampton
The guitar hero behind the massive 1976 album ‘Frampton Comes Alive!’ still brings melodic rock and that famous talk box sound to stages. His concerts feel warm, celebratory, and packed with singalong moments.

REO Speedwagon
Arena rock staples since the late 1970s, REO Speedwagon continue to deliver huge choruses and crowd favorites. Songs like “Keep On Loving You” and “Take It On the Run” still turn every venue into a full voice singalong.

Rod Stewart
Charisma, swagger, and decades of hits fill every show. His concerts are pure entertainment from start to finish.

Sting
The former Police frontman continues touring with a mix of solo classics and Police hits.

The Doobie Brothers
Groovy guitar riffs and California cool define their live shows. Their upcoming tours continue the legacy.

Van Morrison
Soulful vocals and jazz influenced arrangements make every performance unique.

ZZ Top
Blues rock grooves and legendary riffs keep the Texas trio’s legacy alive on stage.

How To Watch The 2026 Oscars Live In Canada, The U.S., And Worldwide

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Hollywood’s biggest night is here. The 98th Annual Academy Awards airs live on Sunday, March 15, bringing together the biggest stars in film for a celebration of the year’s most acclaimed movies, performances, and filmmakers. Whether you are watching from Canada, the United States, or abroad, there are plenty of ways to tune in to the ceremony and red carpet coverage.

The 2026 Oscars broadcast begins Sunday at 7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT. In Canada, viewers can watch the ceremony on CTV or CTV2 through cable. Streaming options include Crave, which will carry the event live for subscribers. Viewers can also stream through the CTV website or the CTV app by signing in with cable provider credentials. For those without cable, a digital antenna may also pick up CTV over the air in many markets.

In the United States, the official broadcast airs on ABC. The ceremony will also stream live on Hulu for the second consecutive year across all subscription tiers, including the ad-supported plan. Additional streaming options include live TV bundles such as YouTube TV, FuboTV, DirecTV Stream, and Sling TV in select markets. Viewers can also stream the show through the ABC website or app by logging in with their cable provider.

Red carpet coverage begins well before the ceremony. The official Oscars pre-show starts at 6:30 PM ET / 3:30 PM PT on ABC, Hulu, and CTV. Earlier arrivals and interviews begin even sooner, including extended coverage on E! starting at 4:00 PM ET. In Canada, Etalk will provide red carpet coverage beginning at 5:30 PM ET on Crave and YouTube. For accessibility, an American Sign Language livestream of the red carpet and ceremony will be available on the official Oscars YouTube channel.

International audiences will also have several ways to watch. In the United Kingdom, the Oscars air live on ITV1 and stream on ITVX starting at 10:15 PM GMT. In Australia, the ceremony will air Monday, March 16, on Channel 7 and the 7plus streaming platform. Across Latin America, viewers can tune in live through TNT and HBO Max.

However you choose to watch, the 98th Academy Awards promises another memorable night of film celebration, surprise wins, emotional speeches, and unforgettable red carpet moments.

Bryan Cranston And Frankie Muniz Reunite In ‘Malcolm In The Middle’ Revival ‘Life’s Still Unfair’

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Life may still be unfair, but fans of ‘Malcolm in the Middle’ just got a very good surprise. The first trailer for the revival series ‘Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair’ has arrived, bringing Bryan Cranston, Frankie Muniz, and the chaotic Wilkerson family back together for more brilliantly dysfunctional comedy.

The teaser wastes no time reminding viewers why the show became a sitcom classic. Bryan Cranston’s Hal is seen getting a very questionable grooming session from Lois, played by Jane Kaczmarek, while casually chatting with Dewey on a video call. It is exactly the kind of absurd family moment that made the original series unforgettable.

The new story follows a grown up Malcolm, played again by Frankie Muniz, who has tried to keep a safe distance from his unpredictable family. He now has a girlfriend and a daughter, and life is finally calm – until his parents demand he return home for their 40th anniversary celebration. As the trailer suggests, escaping the Wilkerson family chaos is easier said than done.

Several familiar faces return alongside Muniz, Cranston, and Kaczmarek, including Christopher Kennedy Masterson as Francis, Justin Berfield as Reese, and Emy Coligado as Piama. New characters include Keeley Karsten as Malcolm’s daughter Leah and Kiana Madeira as his girlfriend Tristan. The four episode revival, ‘Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair’, premieres on Hulu April 10.