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Today, diamond-certified global superstar The Weeknd unveiled his highly anticipated album, Hurry Up Tomorrow, via XO/Republic Records. Serving as the concluding chapter in his critically acclaimed trilogy—following After Hours (2020) and Dawn FM (2022)—the album marks a new milestone in his career.

Multi-platinum singer-songwriter James Bay is back with a vibrant new anthem for 2025, "Sunshine In The Room," featuring none other than five-time GRAMMY® Award winner Jon Batiste. The highly anticipated collaboration is available now, marking Bay's first time working with the celebrated musician, composer, and Academy® Award winner.

2025 is starting out as a phenomenal year for Dennis DiChiaro launched by Colt Records

Global pop sensation Jack & Jack are making a triumphant return, kicking off their biggest era yet with the announcement of their 17-date Symbiosis European Tour. Set to begin in March 2025, the tour coincides with the release of their highly anticipated new single, Symbiosis - The Beginning, dropping February 28, followed by a visually stunning cinematic music video.

Boardmasters is back this summer and today dropping its third and final headliner for 2025 along with a raft of other huge artists joining the bill, the Boardies hype is real. The UK’s hottest rapper Central Cee will be at Boardmasters for the very first time with sights set on an epic main stage headline slot. He joins previously announced headliners 2025 BRIT and Grammy nominated RAYE and The Prodigy, topping the bill for a huge 5 days on the Cornish coast. Today, 30+ other massive acts are added to the line-up including The Wombats, Sub Focus, Flo, Leigh-Anne, Krept & Konan, The Blessed Madonna, Maverick Sabre and more. Cornwall’s own surf and music festival will be taking place from 6-10 August 2025 across two spectacular sites of Watergate Bay and Fistral Beach.

After the phenomenal success of his Unreal Unearth Tour in 2023 and 2024, Hozier has announced an extended run of North American tour dates for 2025. This leg of the tour will see him performing in stadiums for the first time, alongside a return to amphitheaters and festivals across the country. Fans in Casper, Wyoming, and Billings, Montana, will also get their long-awaited shows, as rescheduled dates have now been confirmed.

Birmingham's Mostly Jazz Funk and Soul Festival (Friday 11 to Sunday 13 July 2025) have unveiled a further raft of artists, including Groove Armada, Kofi Stone, Sam Redmore, Rosie Lowe, Summer Pearl and Lulu.

In anticipation of the release of their highly awaited 22-track album, “No Song Hold On,” PDS has released another captivating teaser for track number 9, titled “Real Lyricist (Rap Ballad).”

Global music icon Vanilla Ice is set to heat up stages in 2025, headlining the "I Love the 90s Tour" created by Universal Attractions Agency / UAA, and touring for nine years since 2016. This year, the tour takes an exciting new direction with the "Forever Young" concept in select markets, blending nostalgia from the 90s with chart-topping boy bands from the early 2000s. The first leg of the tour will kick off in Tucson, Arizona, on March 7, and will hit more than 20 cities across North America. 

Sam Fender has released a new video for People Watching, the title track from his highly anticipated third album, set for release on February 21, 2025, via Capitol Records.

The artist BANKS is set to release a new album soon, and I’ve been listening to her latest track, Love Is Unkind, from that upcoming project.

UK rap sensation Central Cee has officially announced his first-ever world tour, Can’t Rush Greatness, following the release of his highly anticipated debut album of the same name. Produced by Live Nation, the 39-date tour kicks off on April 1st in Oslo, Norway, making stops at major venues across Europe, North America, and Australia, including London’s The O2, Los Angeles’s Hollywood Palladium, and New York’s Terminal 5, before wrapping up on July 2nd in Perth, Australia.

Alessia Cara has recently released a groovy and soulful track titled “Slow Motion.” I’ve listened to it a few times now, and I have to say—I’m not getting tired of it. I love how quickly it transitions to the chorus and how it stays within the same sonic space throughout. Sometimes, you don’t need a drastic production shift or a complex bridge. Sometimes, all you need is a steady groove, a few well-placed instruments, and a catchy vocal idea.

The band Cassia has recently released a new track titled “Friends.” I have to be honest—I rarely listen to music for its story or lyrics. Most of the time, I just go along with the melodies and rhythms. However, the story behind Friends actually caught me off guard. If you watch the music video while listening to the song for the first time, you’ll understand what I mean.

It didn’t take long—tickets to the highly anticipated one-night-only benefit concert featuring blink-182 and Alkaline Trio at the Hollywood Palladium on February 13th are officially sold out. Fans eagerly snapped up tickets to see the legendary punk rock trio of Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, and Travis Barker share the stage alongside punk stalwarts Alkaline Trio, with 100% of the ticket proceeds going to support vital fire relief efforts in California.

Sargent Tucker (ST), the acclaimed multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and chart-topping R&B artist, has just released his latest single, “The Presence of You.” Produced under the guidance of Grammy-nominated Levi Seacer, former music director for Prince, the track is a heartfelt ode to the emotional magic of love and connection.

The intro to “Raving In The Studio” kicks off with a sample that feels instantly familiar. I won’t spoil the surprise, but the entire song is built around this iconic riff. Listening to it took me back to my younger days when I spent hours immersed in UKF Drum and Bass. I’ve always been torn about the genre—sometimes finding it a bit tacky, but other times absolutely loving it. For me, it all comes down to the song.

Alessi Rose has just released her latest single, “IKYK,” and if you’re not already familiar with her work, now’s the perfect time to dive in. This catchy, high-energy pop track is a natural fit for any playlist and showcases Alessi’s undeniable knack for crafting infectious tunes.

Following the emotional impact of his November 2024 release, ADHD, James Arthur continues to captivate listeners with his latest single, "Celebrate," released today. The track serves as the second single from his highly anticipated sixth studio album, PISCES, which is set to drop on March 21, 2025. A deeply introspective anthem, "Celebrate" explores themes of growth, resilience, and self-acceptance while offering a glimpse into James’ journey from adversity to self-realization.

Due to overwhelming demand, country music star Chris Stapleton has announced nine additional dates for his highly successful “All-American Road Show” tour this summer. The new stops include second and final performances at iconic venues such as New York’s Madison Square Garden, Denver’s Ball Arena, Salt Lake City’s Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tinley Park’s Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre, Phoenix’s Desert Diamond Arena, and Grand Rapids’ Van Andel Arena, among others.

In the wake of the devastating wildfires sweeping across Los Angeles County, the Crew Nation Global Relief Fund has pledged $1 million to assist performing musicians, live music crew, and industry workers directly affected by the disaster. The wildfires, among the largest natural disasters in U.S. history, have displaced countless residents and caused extensive damage throughout the region.