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Sunny Hill Festival has named Fever its Official International Ticketing Partner for 2026. The partnership will expand global ticket access for the Kosovo festival, which returns to Prishtina from July 31 to August 2 with Katy Perry, Martin Garrix, Lewis Capaldi, Dhurata Dora and more.

NINETEEN MINUTES LATER announces Fall 2026 multi-city tour dates, including theater stops in Boston and Glenside. Presented by AYA, the Denver rock band brings its high-energy performance and emotionally direct songwriting to the road.

2026 American Idol winner Hannah Harper drops her eagerly awaited new single “Married Into This Town” via 19 Recordings/Atlantic Outpost, alongside a packed tour.

INXS co-founder Andrew Farriss releases The Prospector, a 12-song Country/Americana album, and returns to the Grand Ole Opry to celebrate its release.

Hood Made Empire releases “Roll N Ride,” a new West Coast hip-hop single featuring Suga Free. Available July 10 via Thump Records, the track blends lowrider-inspired grooves, confident lyricism, and contemporary production.

Three-time GRAMMY winner NE-YO releases Highway 79, his 10th studio album and first country-inspired project, featuring Luke Laird, Charles Kelley, BRELAND and more.

Nashville singer-songwriter Macy Todd releases her debut EP pretty ruthless via Atlantic Outpost and joins Willow Avalon's Pink Pocket Pistol Tour this fall.

LA-based rising pop artist Seanna Pereira releases her debut EP Love Department, with a live performance video directed by Matty Vogel (Billie Eilish, Halsey).

Whitney Whitney returns with the deeply personal single “All That It Is” after openly sharing her vocal recovery journey, ahead of her July 31 Lollapalooza debut.

Indie-pop artist Cade Hoppe returns with his new single and video "Lake Michigan," another preview of his forthcoming album Safer at a Distance.

Rising Canadian R&B artist Myles Lloyd returns with his new single "One Sided," a song about a relationship that has become painfully unbalanced.

Greek superstar Konstantinos Argiros makes history with Kabanes, the first Greek-language album to debut on Billboard's Top World Albums and Top Album Sales charts.

Onur Sertel releases “Retro Wave Synth Besk,” a four-track instrumental EP inspired by ’80s and ’90s synth sounds. The release blends vintage atmosphere, modern production, and emotional storytelling rooted in memory, sincerity, and melody.

Ohio alt artist Knox releases new single and music video “After the After Party” and announces his sophomore album My Midwest Best, out 2 octombrie 2026.

EKKL Entertainment sets an August 14 theatrical release for faith-based drama Elijah Peel, executive produced by Willie & Korie Robertson and starring Kevin Sorbo.

Detroit rapper Big Key releases his highly anticipated mixtape Son of OD, his first full project since returning home, available on all platforms now.

Ron Morven releases “Meet Me at Shu Ibiza,” a cinematic electronic-dance single inspired by Ibiza nights, emotional club energy, and immersive summer atmosphere.

Nolan Taylor has announced a run of headline shows kicking off September 2 in Indianapolis, followed by fall dates supporting Shovels & Rope.

Lzzy Hale and Joe Hottinger of Halestorm will perform at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's July 10 opening of the “Women in Metal: You Will Know My Name” exhibit.

Brazilian dream-pop artist Late Again releases "Crazy or Stupid," the second single from his upcoming EP I Dreamt I Was Awake, out 8th July 2026.

Charlie Lim announces a live session video for "The Hardest Thing" featuring Tamzene, recorded at The Mews in London and premiering on YouTube 4th July 2026.

Katie Fee unwinds with her carefree new summer single "Nothing Right," now available on all streaming platforms.

"Canada's Country Gentleman" Tommy Hunter, beloved host of The Tommy Hunter Show, has died at 89.

Charley Crockett officially releases his 17th studio album, Clovis, out now on all DSPs via Atlantic Outpost.

Sweetbreads shares two new singles, "Ben" and "Satisfy," an early glimpse into her forthcoming debut album Punisher of Love.

Nipsey Hussle and Bino Rideaux premiere "All Summer (feat. BH)" from PROLIFIC, arriving August 14 via All Money In/Out The Blue/Atlantic Records.

Rising Chilean sensation AKRIILA returns with new single and music video "roger," out now via Atlantic Records ahead of her new album and debut US tour.

T. Graham Brown celebrates America's 250th birthday on SiriusXM's Live Wire with Aaron Tippin, patriotic country favorites, July broadcast dates, and upcoming tour dates.

Cameron Whitcomb premieres the official video for “Kingdom of Fear,” following his Billboard Hot 100 debut and ahead of The Kingdom of Fear Tour.

Charley Crockett's Clovis returns to DSPs July 3 through Atlantic Outpost, with CDs available now at ClovisOfficial.com.

Noise Dept releases new single “Given” via CD Records/10K Projects and supports The Neighbourhood on their Wourld Tour.

Contact Sports kick off a new era with “Me & My Machine,” a striking companion visual, and upcoming release events.

Planet Patrol returns with a bilingual EDM remake of the 1982 electro classic “Play at Your Own Risk,” featuring Davinci Valentin. The release launches a series of new versions through Thump Records, distributed by Virgin Music Group.

Luke Borchelt releases freshman album Water Town, a tribute to home arriving ahead of his first headline tour.

ASAVA continue their creative journey with new single “Valhalla,” an official visual, and a Riot Fest performance.

Brothel in Belize unveil Machine Machine, a 12-track album expanding their dark electronic and cyberpunk-inspired sound.

The Lost Boys cast album shares “Superpower” ahead of the official cast recording release July 24.

Girlfriend, Wife release debut EP God Made Me a Star, a 7-track project featuring new single “Kinda Mean.”

Wild Horses share “Sunrise on the Absaroke,” a road-born single with a cinematic official music video.

Niko Rubio shares a live rendition of Mazzy Star's “Fade Into You” as an ode to fans after recent live milestones.

Charlotte MacInnes releases debut EP Highwater via Atlantic Records, featuring “Beast,” “Struck,” and “Celestial.”

Olivia C. Dacal releases “My Tragic Love Story” via Atlantic Records with an official video and All Points East festival date.

The New York Knicks trade hoops for the microphone to face Nick Cannon and his Wild 'N Out team in a live comedy championship battle at Barclays Center on 28 iunie 2026. A new member of the Knicks lineup will be revealed each day leading up to the show.

KOTA! releases “MORE,” a bold dance-pop self-love anthem about recognizing when love is no longer enough and choosing yourself. Co-written and produced by Matt Attard, the track pairs rap-led verses with powerful pop vocals and an unapologetic message of self-worth. An official music video is set to follow this summer.

The War And Treaty announce US headline tour dates celebrating The Story of Michael and Tanya, with presales beginning June 23.

Hilary Duff launches the lucky me tour with a sold-out West Palm Beach show and shares global dates for the Live Nation-promoted run.

The Follower of Christ, a Christian singer and composer, releases his new single "HOLY" on all streaming platforms 3 iulie 2026. The song is a faith-based prayer for the renewal of creation and the revival of the church.

Grammy-winning dancehall icon Beenie Man will headline Nick Cannon's Wild 'N Out Live at Brooklyn's Barclays Center on Sunday, 28 iunie 2026. The "King of the Dancehall" brings Caribbean music to one of live entertainment's biggest stages.

KOTA! returns 23 iunie 2026 with "MORE" — a dance-pop empowerment anthem about demanding more from love and life. Produced by Matt Attard (BTS' Jin), it moves from quirky rap verses to a defiant self-worth chorus. Pre-save now.

The Pocket Gods release their final protest single “The Sound of Silence (SOS)” — a 30-second track of pure silence highlighting Spotify’s unfair royalties to artists. The release comes ahead of the world premiere of their documentary Inspired: From the 30 Second Song to the £1 M

Sullyman The Third releases Condo Florida, a 10-song concept album on South Tenth Records that revisits Hotel California themes through classic rock storytelling, present-day concerns, and music for today’s baby boomer and over-55 listeners.

Canadian electronic artist Phunky London announces Angel Fire, a new progressive house and melodic techno release arriving June 13 via AndesVault.

"Old Glory Sings by Pickleback Shine is a powerful patriotic country-rock anthem celebrating America's 250th Anniversary, freedom, and unity."

Civil rights attorney and musician Alan Schorr releases One Voice, a powerful concept album inspired by real discrimination, whistleblower, and social justice cases. Blending folk, rock, blues, gospel, and hip-hop, the album celebrates the power of one voice to create change.

New Media Film Festival® has announced its 2026 Music Nominees, highlighting international creators whose work reflects the growing role of music in visual storytelling. The slate includes world premieres, U.S. premieres, and projects from established musicians, Broadway performers, and multidisciplinary artists.

Tiwizzy's new EP "Ungrateful African Youth" is a bold Afro Hip-Hop project exploring identity and cultural expectations. Reclaiming a misunderstood label, the 'East foreign boy" gives a voice to a generation navigating pressure and self- discovery.

Orange County artist Ella Quynh releases “Iconic,” her debut single, via Yellobird Records and The Orchard. The guitar-driven pop track pairs catchy hooks with youthful energy and introduces the 16-year-old singer-songwriter’s soulful, rock-influenced sound.

Pseutopia frontman Laji George announces his first solo album, “Out of Line,” and the lead single “Alone,” out 14 mai 2026. The new release channels grunge-rooted songwriting, emotional honesty, and a more intimate side of his artistry.

James Knight, an established R&B artist with a strong musical lineage, is building momentum after a high-profile Philadelphia appearance. Known for his soulful vocals, modern R&B sound, and commanding stage presence, Knight continues to expand his fanbase and industry recognition

Ella Quynh has signed an artist development agreement with Yellobird Records ahead of her debut single, “Iconic,” arriving 14 mai 2026. The partnership expands her work with Jon Ingoldsby and includes songwriting, production, marketing, and distribution support.

Creator/Composer Ashley Jana unveils "Figaro: An Original Musical" Reimagined following a packed out London Palladium premiere. This 45+ track musical concept album features a massive creative overhaul, over 20 new songs, and a visceral magical thriller narrative.

Chicago artist Billion releases Welcome to Chernobyl: Part I — a cinematic mid-tempo bass and electronic concept album on the 40th anniversary of the disaster. 8 tracks. 8 historically rooted stories. A portion of all proceeds go to Ukrainian refugee relief. Out 24 aprilie 2026.

Southern California singer Ella Quynh announces her new pop-rock single “Iconic,” out May 14. Co-written with Grammy Award-winning producer, engineer, and songwriter Jon Ingoldsby, the track blends Ella’s soulful R&B vocals with gritty rock energy and infectious pop hooks.

Rock band A Thousand Reasons, hailing from Reading, PA, reimagines Seether's "Broken" featuring vocalist Volpe Vetrano. A raw, emotional, and genuinely goosebump-inducing reimagining of a beloved 2000s anthem. Out now on Spotify, Apple Music, and all major streaming platforms.

Monika Spruch is expanding Catwalk Opera, a contemporary performance concept that fuses opera, EDM, cinematic sound, and fashion for global audiences, with new opportunities in live performance, fashion, film, and cross-genre collaboration.

The European International Music Awards® (EIMA®) launches as a new international music competition recognizing artistic excellence across genres and creative roles. Its inaugural edition drew artists from about 50 countries and awarded 184 medals across multiple categories.

Rising singer-songwriter Hailey Rae will perform at The Bitter End in New York City on 11 aprilie 2026. The show marks a key live milestone as she brings her growing catalog of original music to audiences in an intimate setting.

Kat B debuta en México con “Te Quedas o Te Vas”, un sencillo de pop latino contemporáneo que explora la tensión entre el amor y la incertidumbre. La artista estadounidense de raíces nicaragüenses y venezolanas presenta una primera propuesta en español con producción pulida y una interpretación emocionalmente directa.

Kat B introduces her debut single “Te Quedas o Te Vas,” a contemporary Latin pop release exploring the tension between love and uncertainty. The American artist of Nicaraguan and Venezuelan roots brings polished production and emotionally direct lyrics to a strong first release.

Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers release Hell to Breakfast, the band’s ninth studio album. The new record arrives as Roger Clyne marks 30 years since Fizzy Fuzzy Big & Buzzy, the debut album he first released with The Refreshments.

Atlanta family music project MIRRORMORE releases its debut album “Smoke &,” a reflective 12-track indie-pop record shaped by lyrics first written during long technology consulting calls.

Cântăreața-scriitoare haitiană de renume internațional, Natalie Jean, lansează albumul Unbreakable Spirit pe 6 martie, un nou album care combină soul, Americana și influențe contemporane. Condus de piesa „Born to Lead”, proiectul explorează reziliența, sensibilitatea, leadershipul și adevărul emoțional al experiențelor trăite de femei.

RM Artist Development Services LLC, fondat de Risa Matsuki, lansează o platformă de consultanță orientată spre artiști pentru muzicieni independenți, axată pe promovare, distribuție, gestionare a drepturilor și creștere a carierei.

Duo-ul de Americana-rock din California, The Taproots, revine cu „Comedy of Fools,” al doilea lor album de studio. Noul album combină influențe de rock, folk, country, reggae și Americana în nouă piese originale, conduse de Tom Walters și Nicole Cassingham.

Rapper-ul din Atlanta, Big Money Blitz, celebrează certificarea RIAA Gold pentru „Pressure (Shawty You Pressure).” Piesa de debut a depășit 500.000 de unități certificate în SUA, a generat peste 75 de milioane de stream-uri și a ajutat la poziționarea lui Blitz pentru un 2026 mai mare.

Single-ul dance-forward al lui Mohamed Rifai „Cool” (11 decembrie 2025) depășește 10 milioane de vizualizări pe YouTube, ajunge pe locul #1 în OLT20 în Liban și Popnable în Maroc și ajunge pe locul #1 în Anghami în Maroc, Iordania și Algeria. Producția este semnată de SS Heliodor Australia cu Universal Music MENA

Cântăreața-compozitoare Stella Mabry împărtășește „Bored”, o piesă indie-pop/indie-folk intimă care explorează gândurile „ce-ar fi” ale iubirii noi după o primă înfrângere a inimii. Scrisă de Mabry și Shawn Brashear; produsă de Wyatt și Aaron Mones. Lansat pe 25 februarie 2026.

Hellbender Vinyl a fost numit câștigător al premiului pentru calitate al afacerilor 2026 pentru servicii excepționale și conducere în industrie în ceea ce privește discurile de vinil personalizate. Compania de presare din zona Pittsburgh își atribuie echipajului său meșteșugul și promite controlul calității pe măsură ce se extinde în 2026

Majestic Phoenix colaborează cu BrownLeeEntertainment (BLE Nashville), asigurând distribuția globală prin intermediul The Orchard (Sony). Acordul sprijină pitchingul editorial, sincronizarea și dezvoltarea artiștilor.

Emerald Sun lansează “Massive Attack,”, un imn electro-rap plin de energie, cu Lou Vicious, inspirat de o noapte la Darwin și rafinat pentru playlist-urile globale.

MAKIE lansează “Will You Love Me When,”, un duet Americana înregistrat live, cu Shawn Mullins. Single-ul este primul extras de pe viitorul album pe vinil al lui MAKIE, Constellations, care va apărea toamna aceasta.

Sol Centric, artistul de 18 ani din Boca Raton, debutează cu single-ul și videoclipul oficial „Remember Me”. Lansat pe 23 ianuarie, piesa explicită de 3:15 minute este produsă de câștigătorul premiului Grammy Drew Correa; videoclipul din Miami este regizat de Grey Smoley și adăugat la Vevo’s „Incoming Pop”.

Artistul morocan-canadian El Mehdi extinde primul său EP “Salam” (30 ianuarie prin Renaissance/AWAL) cu “El Film,”, un scurtmetraj muzical auto-regizat care extinde viziunea art-pop a proiectului într-o declarație culturală definitorie.

Sevenfold Entertainment se lansează ca o companie multi-disciplinară cu sediul în Nashville, fondată de Angel Jennings și Stephen Martines. Axată pe managementul artiștilor, strategia de turnee live, parteneriate de brand și dezvoltare creativă, Sevenfold conectează talentele cu oportunități durabile în muzică, film, televiziune și divertisment experiențial.

Breakout global phenomenon Freya Skye proudly unveils her highly anticipated stardust EP, available worldwide today.

Parson James lansează „Water Me” pe 23 ianuarie 2026, o baladă raw, cu influențe gospel, despre a se usca, a cere ajutor și a alege creșterea. Cu vocale de fundal de la Joanna „JoJo” Levesque și clape de la Phil Lewis, single-ul marchează o nouă eră pentru creatorul hitului „Stole The Show”.

Chris Williams și Kid Reverie lansează “Strawberry Moon,”, un single de folk cald și atmospheric, condus de vocile lui Steve Varney. Construit pe texte organice acustice și aranjamente spațioase, el urmărește memoria, distanța și dragostea care pare mereu la îndemână. Disponibil acum pe toate platformele de streaming majore.

Audiotool lansează beta deschisă a studioului Audiotool redesenat și debutează NEXUS, o platformă de dezvoltare deschisă/API pentru construirea și conectarea instrumentelor personalizate, efectelor, serviciilor AI și uneltelor de tip plugin direct în sesiunile de lucru cloud multiplayer DAW

Hellbender Vinyl sărbătorește un 2025 deosebit pentru muzica independentă pe vinil, felicitând clienții pentru lansări de vinil noi de la single-uri de 7” la LP-uri complete. Compania de presare din Pittsburgh subliniază angajamentul său pentru calitate, colaborare și termene de livrare fiabile, pe măsură ce crește cererea de suporturi fizice.

Bryan Jack anunță albumul de debut The Marfa Drive, lansat pe 12 martie 2026 - un album cu 11 piese de muzică americana, produs de Jack și înregistrat la Austin/Driftwood. Printre piesele de rezistență se numără “Big in the Bend,”, “Lightning Lane,” și “You’re Allowed” (semifinalist ISC). Spectacolul de lansare are loc la Cactus Cafe.

Fantompass prezintă „Dark Night”, un single conceptual de rock progresiv inspirat de Sfântul Ioan al Crucii. Disponibil ca Ediție Radio (focalizat pe presă/radio) și Versiune Extinsă, el combină metri schimbătoare, contrapunct de flaut/sax și voci stratificate. Acum pe platformele de streaming, cu o promovare radio internațională

ContactAnyCelebrity.com prezintă “The 25 Most Wanted Celebrities of 2025,”, conduse de Jelly Roll, Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Eminem și Dolly Parton. Clasamentul se bazează pe 1.870.360 de vizite pe site și activitatea de contact de la 1 ianuarie - 29 decembrie 2025.

Parallel Society a dezvăluit primul val de artiști pentru ediția 2026 de la Lisabona, Portugalia. Evenimentul de două zile, cu accent pe cultură, începe pe 6 martie cu „[ne]conferința” din Ziua 1, urmată de programul muzical transgen din Ziua 2, cu Apparat (Live), Kode9, Calibre, Moses Boyd, Gilles Peterson, Clark (AV) și alții.

Black Pistol Fire anunță Flagrant Act of Bliss, un al 7-lea album raw și vulnerabil, lansat pe 23 ianuarie 2026. Co-produs cu câștigătorul GRAMMY Jacob Sciba și înregistrat la Austin, acesta include piese precum “High Horse,”, “Low Twang,” și “Rock Bottom” (cu Gary Clark Jr. la tobe). Noul turneu începe pe 23 februarie.

ennichi ’25, prezentat de CEIPA × TOYOTA GROUP, a unit un mixer de industrie pe 1 decembrie la JAPAN HOUSE LA și un concert de experiență muzicală japoneză pe 2 decembrie la Aurora Warehouse, cu Awich, f5ve, JP THE WAVY și PSYCHIC FEVER—promovând muzica japoneză la nivel global.

Din cauza cererii, Hilary Duff adaugă trei date turneului său „Live in Las Vegas” la Voltaire at The Venetian: 22-24 mai 2026. Presale pentru fani vineri, 5 decembrie (10:00-14:00 PT); vânzări publice la 15:00 PT pe voltairelv.com. Noul album luck…or something sosește pe 20 februarie.

Hilary Duff anunță un angajament limitat de weekend de Valentine la Voltaire at The Venetian, Las Vegas, pe 13-15 februarie 2026, după spectacolele sale sold-out „Small Rooms, Big Nerves”. Presale-ul pentru fani începe pe 3 decembrie (10 a.m.–2 p.m. PT); vânzarea publică începe la 3 p.m. PT. Noul single „Mature” este lansat acum.

Kehlani lansează videoclipul oficial pentru “Out The Window,”, un următor cinematic și plin de emoție care adâncește povestirile sale R&B. Pe măsură ce “Folded” atinge peste 375 de milioane de stream-uri și două nominalizări la GRAMMY, noul videoclip continuă seria sa de succes din 2025.

South Arcade revine cu PLAY!, un EP de 5 piese de pop alternativ care combină hook-uri ascuțite și o nouă emoție. Conține „Blood Run Warm” (BBC Radio 1’s Hottest Record), „Fear of Heights” și „Supermodels”, și urmează turneului lor de headliner din SUA, sold-out. Disponibil acum prin BKM Artists/LAB/Atlantic.

Fred again.. lansează „ICEY..” și „..FEISTY” cu BIA, extinzând noua eră a albumului său în evoluție USB. Ascultă ambele piese acum și precomandă vinilul USB002; mai multe spectacole USB002 continuă în întreaga lume.