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Zara Larsson Enlists GRAMMY Winner Muni Long For “Midnight Sun” Remix Following Best Dance Pop Recording Nomination

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Zara Larsson Enlists GRAMMY Winner Muni Long For “Midnight Sun” Remix Following Best Dance Pop Recording Nomination

Zara Larsson keeps her ‘Midnight Sun’ burning bright with an official remix of the title track and vibrant viral single featuring GRAMMY Award winning artist Muni Long. The new version brings Muni Long’s flair and lyrical finesse to the shimmering, neon hued energy of the original alongside new verses from Zara, creating an unapologetically euphoric update radiating freedom, playfulness and power. Together the two deliver a celebration of confidence and connection under the song’s glowing sonic sky. The remix arrives as Zara reaches new heights with the original track earning a nomination for Best Dance Pop Recording at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards, a career first nod for the multiplatinum Swedish superstar.

The album ‘Midnight Sun’ was released earlier this fall to universal acclaim alongside a slew of career bests for Zara. The album landed a top 3 debut on the Billboard Top Dance Albums chart and top 25 of the Billboard Top Album Sales chart at number 22 among several other chart debuts. “Crush” recently hit number 1 on the Dance Radio chart and is currently Top 16 on the Pop Published chart. Alongside the album’s momentum, Zara Larsson recently surpassed 10.5 billion streams. New certifications from the RIAA across her catalogue include 4x Platinum for “Never Forget You,” 3x Platinum for “Lush Life” and Gold for “Wow,” “I Would Like,” “All The Time,” and “I Can’t Fall In Love Without You.”

Heliara Returns With “I Know That You Love Me” From Upcoming EP ‘Everything’s A Love Song’ Exploring Opposite Attraction

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Heliara Returns With “I Know That You Love Me” From Upcoming EP ‘Everything’s A Love Song’ Exploring Opposite Attraction

Ottawa-based singer-songwriter Heliara returns with “I Know That You Love Me,” a refreshingly honest and heartfelt pop track about the beauty and complexity of loving – and being loved by – your opposite. As the newest offering from her upcoming EP Everything’s a Love Song, the single captures the contradictions of real-world relationships, embracing both their joy and imperfection with wit, vulnerability, and irresistible rhythm.

“Falling in love with your polar opposite has its beauties and challenges and this song documents the journey of a very real long-term relationship,” Heliara shares. “It may not be your typical love song, but it is a love song nonetheless, infused with the vulnerability, quirkiness and authenticity that typically characterizes my songwriting.”

Originally written and performed live in 2024, the track took on new life nearly a year later when Heliara revisited and rewrote most of its lyrics, sharpening the focus on authenticity and emotional contrast. Produced by Steve Foley at Audio Valley Recording Studio, the final version brings together lo-fi textures and pop polish – a sonic reflection of the song’s dualities.

“Steve suggested adding this cool lo-fi beat to the verses, which gives them such a neat colour before ascending into the more traditional pop beat of the chorus,” Heliara explains. “There’s also this rhythmic ‘push’ in the chords which gives it an energetic, danceable and interesting flow. The bridge has a more hip-hop style beat under it, which provides a marked contrast to the verses and chorus.”

Balancing vulnerability and confidence, the single continues Heliara’s mission to make music that feels real – songs that mirror the full range of the human experience, from messy to magical. “As a songwriter and creative, I feel that my music gives a voice to those who may see themselves reflected in my own humanity, vulnerabilities and struggles,” Heliara says. “Life can be a wild ride, and we are all in it together!”

JD Shelburne Releases ‘Raised On The Good Stuff’ Following Grand Ole Opry Debut And 3,000 Career Performances Across America

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JD Shelburne Releases ‘Raised On The Good Stuff’ Following Grand Ole Opry Debut And 3,000 Career Performances Across America

 Country trailblazer and Kentucky native JD Shelburne releases ‘Raised on the Good Stuff,’ a new project produced by Mike Proctor, Bart Busch and Maks Gabriel. The music captures the electric live pulse and honest storytelling behind his fiercely loyal following. Marking his seventh album since moving to Nashville in 2008, the release stands as the next stepping stone in an unbelievable journey, built on longevity, fan connection across the U.S., and more than 3,000 performances, including his Grand Ole Opry debut on July 5, 2025. On the heels of a breakthrough year, Shelburne delivers his vocal best across ten songs and a bonus track penned by some of Nashville’s top tunesmiths, bottling the energy and believability that power one of country music’s most devoted fan bases.

The new project is available on all music platforms HERE. 

Shelburne reflects, “I knew we’d have to work extra hard to put out an album that takes my career another step forward,” he says, “and thanks to the great team of musicians, songwriters, and studio aces I have got around me, we were able to do just that. I couldn’t be prouder of the work we’ve done.” He added, “My dreams have been coming true thanks to the greatest fans anywhere and their love for my songs and storytelling,” he says. “They got to know me when I was playing tiny venues, and they’re with me now that I’m also playing on some of the biggest stages in the world. I’m so glad they’re taking this journey with me, and I’m hoping this record will bring even more people into this musical family.”

Raised on the Good Stuff – Track List
1. Every Girl You Are(Wade Kirby/Brett Beavers/Phil O’Donnell)
2. Summertime All Year – (Phil O’Donnell/Tim Morgan/Joe Diffie)
3. Every Little Town – (JD Shelburne/Mark Nelser/Tony Martin)
4. Backroad Kinda Love – (Mark Nesler/Mike McQuerry/Adam Fears) 
5. No Me Without You – (Mark Nesler/Tony Martin/Jim McCormick)
6. Break Up With Me – (Mark Nesler/Andrew Dorff/Wendell Mobley)
7. Forever – (Mark Nesler/Brice Long/Phillip Lammonds) 
8. Raised on the Good Stuff – (JD Shelburne/Rob Simbeck)
9. Little Heartbreaker – (JD Shelburne/Rob Simbeck)
10. Good One – (Jason Duke/Jayce Hein/Maks Gabriel/Jordan Rager)
BONUS TRACK – Baby’s Talkin’ Babies – (JD Shelburne/Mark Nelser/Carson Chamberlain)

Girlset Drop “Little Miss” With Hannah Lux Davis Directed Video Following Debut Single “Commas”

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Girlset Drop “Little Miss” With Hannah Lux Davis Directed Video Following Debut Single “Commas”

Powerhouse global girl group Girlset releases their new single “Little Miss” via JYP Entertainment and Republic Records. Alongside the single, Girlset, comprised of members Lexi, Camila, Kendall, and Savanna, released an official music video. Directed by Hannah Lux Davis (Ariana Grande’s “Thank U, Next” and Tate McRae’s “It’s Ok I’m Ok”), the video follows the group through the city, showcasing their impressive choreography.

This single follows their debut single as Girlset, “Commas,” released in August. The bold pop track showcased the group’s multidimensional and genuine charm. The sonic evolution highlighted a more refined, self-assured group and captured the growth from youthful charm to bold expression.

Both “Little Miss” and “Commas” display their transformation while preserving the core of what defines them: diversity, authenticity, and unapologetic energy. Stay tuned for more from the group soon!

Ciara Returns With “Nice N’ Sweet” Featuring Ghana’s Moliy And Nigeria’s Oxlade On Afrobeats Infused Pop Single

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Ciara Returns With “Nice N’ Sweet” Featuring Ghana’s Moliy And Nigeria’s Oxlade On Afrobeats Infused Pop Single

Ciara returns with highly anticipated new single “Nice N’ Sweet” featuring Ghanaian sensation Moliy and Nigerian hitmaker Oxlade available now via Beauty Marks Entertainment across all streaming platforms. Written by Ciara, Moliy, Oxlade, Courtlin Jabrae, Christopher Chan and Kwaku Etwi, and produced by Shyne and Lucky Jones, the Afrobeats infused pop record blends lush melodies, infectious percussion and sultry vocal interplay showcasing Ciara’s genre bending global artistry. Her recent visit to Lagos Fashion Week allowed her to celebrate the city’s vibrant culture and creative energy, reinforcing her love for African music and collaborations that bring authentic spirit to the track. Ciara wanted to make something that feels like sunshine, connecting people through movement and energy, with working alongside Moliy and Oxlade bringing beautiful authentic spirit to the record. Following the success of her critically acclaimed album ‘CiCi’ and global smash single “Low,” the track marks the next chapter in her continued musical evolution, nodding to her deep love for Afrobeats and global collaboration while staying true to her signature blend of R&B, pop and captivating rhythm.

Tanzana Sign To SO Recordings And Hideous Mink Records Dropping Debut Single “Covet” Following BBC 6 Music Steve Lamacq Premiere

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Tanzana Sign To SO Recordings And Hideous Mink Records Dropping Debut Single “Covet” Following BBC 6 Music Steve Lamacq Premiere

Glasgow newcomers Tanzana sign to SO Recordings (Enter Shikari, Deadletter, Big Special) and Hideous Mink Records (Alien Chicks, Opus Kink, Y) releasing debut single “Covet” on November 11 following its BBC 6 Music Steve Lamacq premiere the night before. Directed by Celia Hackford, the track showcases the quintet’s trip-hop influenced alternative rock that has already earned countless admirers within the vibrant Scottish scene, leading to dates alongside Lucia & The Best Boys and their own club night at King Tut’s last summer. The group explains “Covet” represents feelings of obsession and longing for something out of reach while being musically inspired by nature and its destruction. Tanzana is Freya Talbot on vocals, Lily Findlay on guitar, Sarah Dunn on guitar, Katie Hare on bass and Karolina Skinderskyte on drums.

Fresh from a UK run supporting Cliffords earlier this month and three shows at Left Of The Dial, the emerging quintet play cult London venue The George Tavern on November 13 as part of The Great Escape’s First Fifty showcase series. Further live dates include The Great Escape in Brighton May 14-16 and ArcTanGent on August 22 with more shows in the works for the coming months alongside additional new material primed for what promises to be a mammoth year ahead.

Dan Ashley Releases ‘Janet’ During National Homelessness Awareness Month

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Dan Ashley Releases ‘Janet’ During National Homelessness Awareness Month

Dan Ashley has released his latest single, “Janet,” a heartfelt song inspired by a real woman who has no home, yet leaves a deep impression on everyone who crosses her path in Walnut Creek, California. Dan has known Janet personally for years, often stopping to talk with her and help in small ways, moved by her resilience and quiet grace. Through this song, he gives voice to her story and to the countless others like hers, transforming decades of reporting on homelessness into a profoundly personal and compassionate musical tribute during National Homelessness Awareness Month, observed each November in the United States.

“Janet” is a song about a real woman I’ve known for years who has no place to call home,” shares Dan Ashley. “I see her often in downtown Walnut Creek, and our conversations always remind me of her quiet strength and dignity despite her difficult circumstances. As a journalist, I’ve reported on homelessness for decades, but through this song, I wanted to tell that story in a deeply personal way, through the life of a very real and very sweet person named Janet.”

Katy Battles Endometriosis For 24 Years And Now Set To Release New Christmas Charity Single With Simon From The Bay City Rollers

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Katy Battles Endometriosis For 24 Years And Now Set To Release New Christmas Charity Single With Simon From The Bay City Rollers

Once hailed as one of the UK’s most promising young voices, singer Katy was tipped to become the next big thing before life took an unexpected turn. At just 16 she signed with iconic Rockfield Studios record label collaborating with top producers and songwriters. By 19 both Atlantic Records and Sony were vying to sign her with Fatboy Slim lined up to remix her debut single. At the height of her early success, Katy was diagnosed with endometriosis, a chronic and debilitating condition that left her bedridden for days and unable to keep up with recording and touring demands. Within months her label funding disappeared and her once promising career fell apart, beginning a 24 year battle with the disease that would shape and test her life through numerous surgeries, hormone treatments and hospital stays.

Despite the challenges, Katy never gave up on music. At 28 she recorded a track that became a major hit in France, featured in a national TV advert and streamed millions of times with French audiences affectionately dubbing her “La Voix” (The Voice). Then came an even bigger surprise when Katy discovered she was pregnant despite doctors saying she would never have children. Her daughter Honey May was born followed by twin boys two years later, with motherhood giving her strength and temporarily easing her symptoms. She continued performing, writing and working as a session vocalist for high profile artists, always staying connected to the music that defined her. Now 44, Katy has endured a hysterectomy, multiple organ complications and currently awaits surgery to remove her ovaries and repair further damage. When Simon from The Bay City Rollers invited her to record vocals for a new Christmas charity single with an all-star band, Katy immediately said yes and chose Endometriosis UK as the charity to benefit. Her story is one of resilience, hope and the healing power of music, proving that even in the face of pain, purpose can shine through. You can pre-save it here.

Canada Black Music Archives Launches Black Arts Professional Development Initiative With TD Bank Group

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Canada Black Music Archives Launches Black Arts Professional Development Initiative With TD Bank Group

The Canada Black Music Archives (CBMA) is excited to announce the Black Arts Professional Development Initiative supported by TD Bank Group. This initiative will enhance the development of an emerging Black arts professional through a two-year professional development opportunity.

The individual who has already been selected will gain invaluable archival insight through mentorship and the organization of several programs, including their annual Black History Month events. As a national archive, the CBMA will provide hands-on experience through this programming, offering events both in Vancouver and Toronto this February 2026. This will be the first CBMA programming slated for Vancouver, marking an exciting moment for the organization.

Co-founder and Executive Director Phil Vassell states “On behalf of the CBMA, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to TD Bank for their forward thinking support of this project. This initiative will help “preserve the music history of Black Canadians across the country as well as showcasing these largely under-represented musicians on the stage.”

Last year’s Black History Month programming was a sold-out show and featured iconic performers like Polaris Music Prize winner and JUNO Award winner, Haviah Mighty; beloved hip-hop guru and lyricist, Mathematik; and the JUNO Award winning and internationally acclaimed duo, Dream Warriors, took the stage for the first time in 20 years. Also featured was a stellar lineup of DJs including DJ Carl Allen, DJ DTS, and Joey from Soundquest.

The Black Arts Professional Development Initiative will help advance the next generation of Black arts professionals. Through this initiative the CBMA aims to amplify these diverse voices in the arts.

The Canada Black Music Archives will be announcing more programming details in the coming months. Stay up-to-date with their newsletter and on social media.

Beloved Mexican Band Zoé Return To The United States For The First Time Since 2022

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Beloved Mexican Band Zoé Return To The United States For The First Time Since 2022

Following a historic six-night, sold-out run at Mexico City’s Estadio GNP Seguros that drew more than 360,000 fans, Latin alternative rock icons Zoé are set to make their long-awaited return to the United States in 2026, performing at the largest venues of their U.S. career.

Zoé will kick-off their U.S shows in April 2026 with three concerts promoted by Live Nation. The Mexican quintet will perform in three major cities, starting on April 22 at The Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City, followed by a show on April 25 at the Rosemont Theatre by Chicago, Illinois, and concluding on April 29 at YouTube Theater in Los Angeles, California. Tickets go on sale this Friday, November 21, at 10AM local time at LiveNation.com.

Zoé’s upcoming U.S. dates mark the beginning of a new creative era – more open, visual, and experimental – as the band continues expanding its sonic universe beyond borders with monumental production, immersive visuals, and a dynamic setlist.  Their recent run in Mexico marked a milestone in their career, cementing Zoé as one of the most influential and beloved Latin American bands. The shows bridged fan hits like “Soñé,” “Luna,” and “Labios Rotos,” with new releases like “Campo de Fuerza” and “Rexsexex,” where Zoé once again proved their unmatched ability to connect with audiences old and new.

Since closing out their Sonidos de Karmática Resonancia Tour in December 2022, Zoé has reaffirmed its status as a pioneer of Latin alternative rock, reaching new heights of global popularity through its digital impact, visual innovation, and enduring connection across generations. Zoé’s impact extends far beyond the stage. In 2025 alone, the band broke records and reached new milestones, underscoring Zoé’s continued creativity, cultural relevance, and lasting influence in Latin music. Highlights include:

  • Five songs simultaneously in Spotify Mexico’s Top 200.
  • The only Mexican rock band in Spotify’s Top 20 most-streamed artists.
  • Over 10 viral trending moments on TikTok, with thousands of fan creations inspired by their songs
  • Consistent radio airplay, with their latest singles reaching the national Top 15.
  • Record-breaking attendance at the screening of their 281107-concert film at Cineteca Nacional.

TICKETS: Tickets go on sale this Friday, November 21, at 10am local time at LiveNation.com.

PRESALE: Citi is the official card of the U.S. tour dates for Zoé. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 10am local time through the Citi Entertainment program. Additional presales include an artist presale starting Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 12pm local time, a venue presale on Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 10am local time, and a Spotify Presale beginning on Thursday, Nov. 20 at 10am local time.

All presales end Thursday, November 20 at 11:59pm local time.

Formed in Mexico City in the late ’90s by León Larregui, Sergio Acosta, Jesús Báez, Ángel Mosqueda, and Rodrigo Guardiola, Zoé has become the most important alternative rock band in Mexico and one of the most influential in Latin America. With a career spanning over 25 years, Zoé has earned one Grammy Award and six Latin Grammys, along with numerous international honors recognizing its innovative sound and visual artistry.

Its acclaimed discography, including albums such as Rocanlover, Memo Rex Commander, Reptilectric, Prográmaton, and Aztlán—has defined a generation of Spanish-language rock fans. Their latest studio album, Sonidos de Karmática Resonancia, reaffirmed their ability to reinvent themselves while remaining true to their essence.

Zoé’s live performances are celebrated as multisensory experiences that fuse technology, art, and emotion. With this return to U.S. stages, Zoé not only celebrates its legacy but opens a new chapter in a career that continues to inspire millions.

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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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