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Luke Bryan has announced the commencement of his "Mind Of A Country Boy Tour" for 2024, starting in Canada at Calgary’s Scotiabank Saddledome on April 17. The tour, running until mid-September, features artists Chayce Beckham and Tenille Arts. Tickets will be available for purchase on February 9 at www.LukeBryan.com.

Peytan Porter is set to deliver her new project GROWN, a testament to her growth personally and musically, March 1, available to pre-save. The gritty six-song EP, all co-penned by Porter, features an earthy-sound coupled with thought-provoking, identity-exploring lyrics that won’t flinch from the places where she stands apart – whether that’s musically or against the backdrop of her traditional small-town upbringing.

As the news has just dropped that You Me At Six are set to split, Slam Dunk can offer a glimmer of good news as it confirms that it will be the band’s final UK festival appearance as they headline this summer. The UK’s biggest independent rock festival will be the very last festival in the country for fans to come and soak up one last dose of You Me At Six before they part ways. What’s more, Slam Dunk Festival today reveals the final additions to this year’s huge line-up, as six more bands join the must-see bill. Slam Dunk Festival comes to Hatfield Park on Saturday 25th May, before heading back to its home in Leeds, Temple Newsam on Sunday 26th May 2024. Tickets are available now via www.slamdunkfestival.com.

FestForums®, the premier North American conference for festivals, announces that it has expanded its lineup of top-flight speakers for the eagerly anticipated three-day event to take place February 15-17, 2024 in Santa Barbara, CA at the newly renovated Mar Monte Hotel across from Santa Barbara’s East Beach.

Foo Fighters guitarist Chris Shiflett has announced Willy Cobb as support on his forthcoming headline tour in March, which concludes with a show at London’s Electric Ballroom on the 27th. 

British folk artist, Beans on Toast, is embarking on a tour this February and March, featuring his new live band for the first time. The group includes Scottish guitarist and folk songwriter Memphis Gerald, honky-tonk musician King Killership, percussionist Abbi Drums, and festival poet Bassie Gracie. The performances will showcase songs from Beans on Toast's latest album, 'The Toothpaste and the Tube,' as well as a selection from his extensive repertoire. Throughout the tour, each band member will not only play with Beans but also present their own material in individual solo supporting sets earlier in the evening.

The South Facing Festival eagerly welcomes the renowned American synth-pop ensemble, Future Islands, to the enchanting Crystal Palace stage this upcoming Summer. Joining the Baltimore quartet on this musical journey will be the talented Baxter Dury and Julie Byrne.

As we draw the curtains on the initial month of 2024, the undeniable truth of time's finitude looms over us. Regrettably, it's impossible to cover all the abundance of exceptional music that exists out there. Thus, our aim here is to compile a roster of noteworthy albums and singles that graced our ears in 2023.

Following the great reception of their recent EP 'Metamorphosis,' released on October 20, 2023, via Roc Nation, soft rock sibling band Infinity Song is once again gaining attention with their latest viral single, "Slow Burn." This latest hit song, has rapidly spread across social media, is now accompanied by a visually stunning live video released today.

The artist Cate just released a pop-country, two-track single with the tracks 'Rocket Science' and 'You Don’t Love Me.' I think a lot of people are craving a fix of that pre-808 and trap drum Taylor Swift sound, and there’s a good contender right here. Both tracks are mixed, recorded, and performed excellently for this genre. None of the sounds are really demanding a lot of attention, and all come together to create a slightly groovy but mostly beautiful soundscape.

Nothing But Thieves has released a new single, 'Oh No :: He Said What?,' in conjunction with the announcement of a Deluxe version of their album 'Dead Club City,' set to be released on March 15 via RCA/Sony.

If you've landed here without knowing who Suzanne Ciani is, a quick search of the name will unveil a lengthy career in sound design, composition, and even logo creation. She's worked on notable sound design commissions for Coca-Cola, designed logos for over 500 companies, and her innovative compositions have earned her 5 Grammy awards throughout her career.

@ In their short tenure, spanning just a single and an album, with the debut album dropping last year, they've managed to amass a listener base of 126,577 per month on Spotify — an impressive feat in a music landscape where their genre isn't pop (And for a group whose name makes them incredibly hard to search on the web). While certain tracks may evoke the experimental pop vibes of the UK scene, the rest meanders through an eclectic fusion of rock, folk, classical strains, and prog rock.

Just days ago, I found myself at The Town Hall in New York, immersed in an interview with the visual maestro Ai Weiwei, delving into the depths of his latest memoir, 'Zodiac.' In the discourse, he asserted that 'art is about losing control,' dismissing the notion that correctness defines artistic expression. Correctness, he contends, is the domain of machines, particularly formidable AI, which masters the craft by replicating and remixing already perfected works from other artists and writers.

There is no doubt that Bruce is a legend. Not just in the satirical sense that a group of frat bros would throw around the word legend. An actual legend. But let’s separate our emotions from the legend and look at “what used to be” and “what is right now” as two separate points to be discussed. I know it sounds like I am setting up for a complete roast of this project. But this is just the springboard. I haven’t even listened yet, let us dive in.

Bad Omens and Poppy release a new song titled “V.A.N.” I’d say this song is going to be my soundtrack when I run through a cyberpunk city with a katana on a quest to find the “true truth.” The sound is pretty unique and could break some new ground. But if this was the norm, I think I would lose it pretty fast. It is intense and extremely full of little sonic tidbits and changes in dynamics. I appreciate this song just in the same way I would appreciate a one-off encounter with some random lunatic in a big city environment. It can be a whole range of emotions for both parts involved: anger, confusion, sadness, fear, and more. By the end, I’m usually left wondering, “I wonder what that was about,” but many times, finding no answer. This song is very interesting. But as a whole for me, it definitely crosses the line where interest loses focus and turns into either confusion or just white noise.

Benjamin Ingrosso released a single titled “Kite.” This song boasts catchy melodies, a high energy level, and feels like someone put effort into selecting sounds rather than opting for the current template of trap drum/lofi pop. I believe the lyrics pass by very easily, but the song is designed for easy listening, so I'm not really upset with that. The story goes, “I’m a kite and I get high on you, it’s the real thing, I fall in love," etc. Most lyrics are simple like this but have some little themes that set them apart from each other (kite, flying high, hitting the sky), all working together.

Award-winning artist Justin Timberlake has launched his latest single, "Selfish," along with an accompanying music video, courtesy of RCA Records. The pop-infused track, showcasing Timberlake's iconic soulful vocals, was written by Timberlake, Louis Bell, Cirkut, Theron Thomas, and Amy Allen. Produced by Timberlake, Louis Bell, and Cirkut, "Selfish" serves as Timberlake's first solo release since his 2018 album, Man of the Woods.

Blues maestro Albert Cummings is gearing up for the release of his eagerly awaited album, Strong, set to captivate audiences worldwide on February 16, 2024. Released through Ivy Music Company, Strong promises to deliver a potent blend of blues, rock, and raw emotion.

Recorded at the prestigious Ocean Way Recording Studio in Nashville, Tennessee, and produced by the Grammy-winning virtuoso Tom Hambridge, Strong marks a pivotal moment in Cummings' musical journey. With 12 exceptional tracks, Cummings showcases his unparalleled songwriting abilities and undeniable talent.

We have witnessed how Kali Uchis undergoes a dramatic evolution since her appearance on the timeless Gorillaz album "Humanz." Each subsequent release from Kali has brought forth collaborations with renowned artists such as Lana del Rey and Tyler, the Creator. Now, in her latest album, she collaborates with the current biggest hits in Latin America: Peso Pluma and Karol G.

After a two-year wait that felt eternal, Hiatus Kaiyote has finally released new musical material – a single with two tracks to listen to. Unfortunately, the second track is "Red Room," which is one of the most popular materials from their previous album “Mood Variant”. So, for this article, let's just focus on "Everything is Beautiful."