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Soul music legends The Stylistics are making a triumphant return with their first new album in nearly 20 years. Titled "FALLING IN LOVE WITH MY GIRL", the 21-track record is set to release worldwide on February 21, 2025. Featuring collaborations with an impressive lineup of legendary artists, the album marks a significant milestone in the group’s iconic career, which has brought fans timeless classics like "Stop, Look, Listen (To Your Heart)," "You Are Everything," and "You Make Me Feel Brand New."

Hiroki Kamemoto’s blues-infused, emotionally resonant guitar playing forms the backbone of Glim Spanky’s sound, perfectly complementing the husky, distinctive vocals of bandmate Remi Matsuo. Drawing inspiration from the music, fashion, and art of the 1960s and 70s, Kamemoto has crafted a sound that feels timeless yet fresh.

Trentham is thrilled to announce that Ocean Colour Scene will headline the Friday night of its brand-new concert series, At Trentham, taking place on Friday, 30th May 2025. The highly anticipated event forms part of a spectacular three-night concert series, organized as part of the Stoke 100 celebrations, marking the centenary of Stoke-on-Trent being granted city status in 1925. Joining Ocean Colour Scene as a special support act will be the acclaimed band The Enemy.

Today, global cultural icons Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre released the explosive new Missionary short film, arriving alongside Snoop Dogg’s highly anticipated studio album Missionary. Produced by Dr. Dre and released via Death Row Records, Aftermath Entertainment, and Interscope, the album is available to stream everywhere starting today.

BRIT-nominated alt-pop sensation Charlotte Plank caps off an extraordinary 2024 with the release of her highly anticipated remix package, stargirl + ellen. Out tomorrow, Friday, December 13th, the project reimagines two of her standout singles, offering fans a thrilling conclusion to a year defined by chart success and career milestones.

New York-based artist and producer Will Sass is back with another standout single, “Fairweather Friends” featuring the award-winning Scottish singer-songwriter Nina Nesbitt. Following his initial releases, “Into The Blue (feat. kamille)” and “Alicia (feat. Alvin Risk), Will continues to bolster his reputation as a boundary-pushing talent who crafts infectious, genre-blurring hits that stick with you long after the first listen.

Vevo, the world’s leading music video network, has unveiled its 2024 end-of-year charts, spotlighting record-breaking achievements by global stars KAROL G, Taylor Swift, and Eminem, while marking historic firsts for Country, Regional Mexican, and Hip-Hop music videos.

A thrilling new lineup of performers has been announced for NEW YEAR’S EVE LIVE: NASHVILLE’S BIG BASH, promising to make this year’s celebration a truly unforgettable event. Hosted by four-time GRAMMY® Award-winner Keith Urban and Entertainment Tonight’s Rachel Smith, the live broadcast will air Tuesday, Dec. 31, on CBS (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT, 10:30 PM-1:30 AM, ET/PT) and will stream on Paramount+.

Country superstar Thomas Rhett hit a career milestone with his first-ever Las Vegas residency, THOMAS RHETT: LIVE IN LAS VEGAS, delivering an electrifying performance at the BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas this past weekend. Fans packed the state-of-the-art, 3,800-capacity venue on December 6 and 7, witnessing a night of chart-topping hits, new music debuts, and unforgettable moments. The limited residency continues this Friday and Saturday, with tickets still available at ThomasRhett.com.

Grammy-winning legends unite for a summer of iconic hits and unforgettable performances.

Fans of classic rock and timeless hits are in for a treat as TOTO, Christopher Cross, and Men At Work team up for an epic North American tour in summer 2025. Produced by Live Nation, the tour kicks off on July 18 in West Palm Beach, FL, and concludes on August 30 in Ridgefield, WA, with additional dates expected to be announced soon.

Shakira has announced new dates for her much-awaited Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran North American tour in 2025, responding to an outpouring of fan enthusiasm. The superstar revealed additional stops in Atlanta, GA, at State Farm Arena on June 2, as well as second shows in Houston, TX, at Toyota Center on June 16, and Phoenix, AZ, at Footprint Center on June 23.

Mariah Carey and Vevo have unveiled a special episode of Footnotes today, offering fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse into the making of the “All I Want for Christmas (Make My Wish Come True Edition)” music video. This release marks the 30th anniversary of Carey’s holiday classic, widely regarded as one of the most iconic and commercially successful festive songs in history.

HNA®Music (BMI) has unveiled an exciting new chapter in independent music with the announcement of their latest album, No Song Hold On, slated for release on January 20, 2025. The album, spearheaded by the artist collective PDS™, marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of the label and its unique genre innovation, Rap Ballard.

HNA ® Music (HNA®) was founded by PDS Entertainment LLC (closed) and is now a division of PDS ENT LLC has long been a champion for independent artists. The journey began a decade ago with the popular Hottest New Artist® (HNA) Contest and radio show, broadcast out of WHAP in Hopewell, Virginia and later international, web... Despite early challenges in breaking through mainstream airwaves, the label persisted, discovering and nurturing exceptional talents.

In 2019, HNA® found a breakthrough with artist Mila Franc, whose track "DJ" unexpectedly went viral in late 2022, amassing over 7 million streams. This viral success signaled a new dawn for HNA Music, prompting its revival with a focus on both past gems transformed and new creations.

The upcoming album, No Song Hold On, showcases 22 tracks that break free from traditional rap and R&B conventions. The standout style, coined Rap Ballard, is a fusion of slow romantic or sentimental melodies enriched with sick beats, rhythmic speech, and classical elements. Paul Spencer, President of HNA Music and producer of the album, describes it as “a groundbreaking blend that challenges the boundaries of modern music.”

PDS™, the newly formed artist collective, is at the heart of the project. This talented group includes Jackson, Mila Franc, Deborah Ware, Janae, Famousz, Julia, Milly, Man, Faith Gatewood, G-Quinn, and others. To elaborate on these particular talents, who are the first contestants of HNA®, by which 1000s of listeners worldwide selected them as Hottest New Artist(s) except Julia, new to HNA® and a woman of her time exceptionally young and beautiful singing brings us No Song Hold On album’s title track speaks to old-school rules.

By consolidating the promotional efforts and uniting under one banner, the collective aims to amplify the impact of their work in an increasingly competitive industry.

The lead single, Money Dance (Got Money) by PDS™ featuring Jackson, is already generating buzz, with a vibrant promo video available on YouTube. Other tracks will be rolled out in the lead-up to the album release, building anticipation for what promises to be a game-changing collection.

The revival of HNA® reflects the opportunities streaming platforms provide for independent labels and artists. With No Song Hold On, HNA® is poised to redefine the listening experience, bridging the gap between innovation and tradition.

For more information on No Song Hold On and updates from HNA®, visit nosongholdon.com or check out the teaser video here. PDS-Money Dance (Got Money) (ft. Jackson) (Teaser Video)

The music world is abuzz with the release of "Reset," the latest single from rising artist Iz Divyn. This captivating track is garnering attention across R&B, Soul, and Pop communities worldwide, resonating with listeners and making a significant impact.

GRAMMY® Award-winning sister duo Larkin Poe have released their latest single, “Little Bit,” an introspective track celebrating mindfulness and being present in the moment. Available now via their label Tricki-Woo Records, the song serves as the lead single from their eagerly awaited album, Bloom, set for release on January 24, 2025. The official music video for “Little Bit” premieres today on YouTube.

British singer-songwriter Sam Fender has shared “Wild Long Lie,” the second single from his upcoming album, People Watching, set for release on February 21, 2025, via Capitol Records. The reflective folk-rock track marks a tonal shift from the anthemic title track released last month, showcasing Fender’s ability to seamlessly balance soaring euphoria with introspective subtlety.

Living thousands of miles apart, United States based, award-winning multi-instrumentalist, Paul Adams, and Australia based, award-winning pianist, flugel horn instrumentalist and vocalist, Elizabeth Geyer, have been creating music together from opposite ends of the globe since their debut collaboration, “Imaginings.” Across the oceans and continents, something definitely worked synergistically and continues to work. Their album won the award, “Contemporary Instrumental Album of the Year” at the Zone Music Reporter Awards in 2015.

Pop icon Chesney Hawkes is back, reuniting with Nik Kershaw, the songwriter behind his 1991 smash hit The One and Only, for his new single Live Forever. The track, out now, also sees Chesney collaborating with producer Jake Gosling (Ed Sheeran, One Direction) and is the lead single from his upcoming album Living Arrows, set to release on February 28, 2025.

Ever imagined your music playing in a hit TV show, blockbuster film, or video game? That dream could soon become your reality! The International Songwriting Competition (ISC) is proud to launch its Screenshot Promotion—a unique opportunity for artists to connect directly with top industry professionals. This exciting promo runs now through December 11th, so don’t miss out!

Independent rock trio The Silvers have achieved a major milestone with their album Paper Street, which has been balloted to be considered for a nomination as "Best Rock Album" at the 67th Grammy Awards with the help of Oliver Sean and WOA FM 99 in the UK. Released on August 1, 2024, through Revlis Records, Paper Street is an 11-track collection that showcases the band’s signature blend of energetic guitar riffs, emotive lyrics, and vibrant melodies. The lineup—Dain Bedford-Pugh, Carl Upthegrove, and Mick Orton—crafts a sonic journey that has resonated deeply with critics and fans alike.

Pop provocateur UPSAHL wraps up 2024 with the release of a holiday-themed visualizer for her track “Snowglobe.” Initially released as part of her two-track project SNOWGLOBE, the title track is an enchanting ode to holiday romance, complete with sleigh bells and a magical “snowglobe” setting. The song is set to shine this holiday season as it makes its TV debut in Hallmark’s first-ever holiday series, Holidazed.