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Akon And Ne-Yo Announce UK, European And North American Dates For Co-Headline Nights Like This Tour

Akon and Ne-Yo will hit the road together this spring on the Nights Like This Tour. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and producer from Camden, Arkansas and multi-platinum singer-songwriter, rapper and producer from St. Louis, Missouri will co-headline …

Source: Stereoboard - Neutral
Published on 07:44 GMT

American Idol Season 24 Premiere Ends With Carrie Underwood In Tears — Vote For The Best Auditions

"American Idol" kicked off Season 24 on Monday with a school-themed premiere, and what an eclectic group the class of 2026 is already turning out to be. Among the season's first Golden Ticket recipients was a "unicorn" who connects …

Source: TVLine - Pending
Published on 11:00 GMT

Scene Calendar: Charleston area events Jan. 29-Feb. 4

To submit an event, go to postandcourier.com/calendar. Thursday Girl's Girl Comedy Hour What: It's Charleston Comedy Week, so grab your best friend and hang out with the girls for this one. Jessie Jolles and Lauren Hope Krass are inviting you …

Source: The Post & Courier - South Carolina - Neutral
Published on Jan 26, 2026

Genre Now: How Destin Conrad, Jensen McRae, Yami Safdie & More Are Re-Thinking Classic Sounds for the Future

Billboard‘s Genre Now package looks at artists who are expanding the definitions and worldviews of their respective genres, whether in R&B, country, dance, hip-hop, indie or pop. Below, find mini-profiles of seven of those game-changing artists, who …

Source: Billboard - Neutral
Published on Jan 26, 2026

25 young Hispanic actresses taking over Hollywood and the box office

The American entertainment industry, particularly Hollywood, is undergoing a notable transformation driven by a new generation of talented actresses. Young Hispanic actresses are at the forefront of this shift, delivering strong performances, achieving box …

Source: Briefly - Neutral
Published on Jan 25, 2026

Japanese pop-rock band Kazha to play Orpheum Theater

Hard rock, pop-rock and goth metal band Kazha, fronted by classically trained Japanese singer-songwriter Kazuha Oda, is scheduled to perform at the Orpheum Theater on Jan. 30. The show is open to all ages and tickets are available online or at the box …

Source: The Lumberjack - Arizona - Neutral
Published on Jan 24, 2026

RISERS: 2026 Artists to Watch — John Morgan

John Morgan is already well-known to country music fans as one of Nashville's most sought-after hitmakers, but he's been stepping into the spotlight on his own in recent years. His strong mix of traditional country elements and blue-collar rock is …

Source: Gator 99.5 - Louisiana - Pending
Published on Jan 23, 2026

The NIVA Live List: Where Are They Now?

The National Independent Venue Association began publishing its annual Live List in 2023, a poll of independent venues and promoters, curated by NIVA’s membership to select the most exciting up-and-coming live performers on independent stages across …

Source: SPIN - Neutral
Published on Jan 23, 2026

Six years after their debut, Carrboro's T. Gold bounce back with Life is a Wonder and It's Cruel

This week, the Carrboro based band T. Gold is celebrating the release of their second record, Life is a Wonder and It's Cruel. It's a spirited and engaging mix of folk songs that are sometimes experimental in nature, and always super catchy. T. …

Source: WUNC - North Carolina - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jan 22, 2026

10 Years Before I Was Born is the Decade We Went to the Moon

This is what happen in life a decade before I came into the world. It is a decade in which my sisters were born and some of my closest friends. It is when the 2nd Vatican council took place and when a lot of famous public figures got gunned down. It is …

Source: Patheos - Indeterminate
Published on Jan 22, 2026

‘Fake as F-ck’: The Wannabe Rock Star Accused of Scamming Streamers

I n early 2017, Mike Smith, a suburban dad in his forties who owned a chain of urgent-care facilities, was climbing the charts. To push his new solo album, Always You and Me, Smith sought out a Nashville producer and promoter named Tony Mantor, who helped …

Source: Rolling Stone - Left-wing
Published on Jan 22, 2026

Where to eat today? 10 best restaurants in downtown Sarasota

Updated Jan. 22, 2026, 7:31 a.m. ET Downtown Sarasota has no shortage of dining options, but locals know not every restaurant earns repeat visits. The places that do — the ones you return to again and again — tend to strike a rare balance: food that hits …

Source: Sarasota Herald Tribune - Florida - Neutral
Published on Jan 22, 2026

Wilmington-shot network TV series releases edgy new trailer

Jan. 13, 2026, 11:07 a.m. ET One of North Carolina's most beloved performers is set to perform in Wilmington. James Taylor has added Wilmington to his tour schedule in 2026, according to a news release from Live Nation. Known for classics such as …

Source: Star News - North Carolina - Neutral

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 09:17 GMT

Electronic Dance Music Market Poised for Robust Growth at 8.3% CAGR Through 2033 – Persistence Market Research

Streaming platforms and digital media reshape electronic music consumption worldwide BRENTFORD, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global electronic dance music (EDM) market is set for strong growth in the coming …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Symphonic Pop Artist Allan Palacios Chan Redefines Crossover Music Through Orchestral Storytelling

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allan Palacios Chan is a Philippine-born American symphonic pop artist whose work bridges opera, concert music, and crossover repertoire through large-scale orchestral …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Chickahominy Marsh Records Ships Rusty Gear's New Bluegrass Album 'Music City Drifters' To Radio

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rusty Gear, the creator of the American Way Of Life music collection drops the ultimate bluegrass album “Music City Drifters” to radio. Right out of the gate Rusty’s “All The Ties …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Hartwig Masuch appointed Chairman of nextgen Swedish music services innovator Hyph

STOCKHOLM, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Next generation Swedish music service Hyph has announced that Hartwig Masuch, the founder and creator of Bertelsmann’s music company, BMG, has been appointed Chairman of the company, effective April 2026. Hyph, …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

An Album That Unravels: Goner and the Music of Emotional Survival

A breakup record shaped by loss, computer crashes, and lo-fi intimacy from Toronto artist James Wyatt Crosby on Canadian dream pop label Wavy Sun TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Toronto-based recording artist James Wyatt …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Personata Studios Debuts 'Human-Led, AI-Powered' Custom Music for Life’s Major Milestones

Personal Milestone Packages from $149 to $2,999; Corporate Sonic Branding Also Available FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Personata Studios today announced its launch in the United States and the United Kingdom …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 13:05 GMT

CineVantage Joins Coca-Cola® Refreshing Films as Technical Partner for Sound Design and Music Composition Mentorship

The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) PARK CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CineVantage announced today from the Sundance Film Festival that it has joined the Coca-Cola® Refreshing Films program as a technical partner, …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 19:33 GMT

HEAVYS Partners with HeartSupport Mental Health Nonprofit to Support Artists and the Music Community

HEAVYS partners with HeartSupport, a mental health nonprofit, launching limited-edition audio accessories that support artists, community care, and music fans. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HEAVYS Partners …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 16:22 GMT

Billlie Kicks Off 2026 with a Pre-Release Single, cloud palace ~ false awakening

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MYSTIC STORY’s girl group, Billlie, has released a pre-release single, cloud palace ~ false awakening kicking off their 2026 promotions. This single serves as the conclusion of …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

A Father’s Grief Becomes a Gift: Releases The Oyster Bar, a Book of Compassion for Those Struggling in Silence

The Oyster Bar was written as a father speaking to his daughter as if she were still here, still willing to begin again. The book does not instruct. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Oyster Bar is not about …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

MALI WILSON ANNOUNCES HER ALBUM RETRO IN REAL TIME — OUT MARCH 20, 2026

GRAMMY-nominated producer, industry leader, and artist Mali Wilson announces her upcoming album Retro in Real Time, set for release on Friday, March 20, 2026. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A timeless, vocal- …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 14:42 GMT

Bronx Filmmaker Dante Hillmedo Channels Jamaican Roots and Black Diaspora Storytelling into Cinematic Excellence

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an industry often defined by gatekeepers, Dante Hillmedo is building his own door guided by the influence of Black diaspora storytelling and the cultural legacy of his …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Investably LLC Amplía Sus Capacidades de Planificación Avanzada de Retiro Para Emprendedores de Altos Ingresos

La expansión ofrece a emprendedores con ingresos $250K+ estrategias de jubilación que aumentan el diferimiento fiscal y alinean el flujo de caja del negocio. BETHESDA, MD, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Investably LLC, una …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

An Album That Unravels: Goner and the Music of Emotional Survival

A breakup record shaped by loss, computer crashes, and lo-fi intimacy from Toronto artist James Wyatt Crosby on Canadian dream pop label Wavy Sun TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Toronto-based recording artist James Wyatt …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Choreographer Brian Friedman Reveals Backstage Stories With Britney Spears & Janet Jackson on Race Of Your Own Pod

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed choreographer and creative director Brian Friedman recently appeared on the Race Of Your Own podcast with host Vergi Rodriguez, offering an in-depth look at his legendary …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Symphonic Pop Artist Allan Palacios Chan Redefines Crossover Music Through Orchestral Storytelling

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allan Palacios Chan is a Philippine-born American symphonic pop artist whose work bridges opera, concert music, and crossover repertoire through large-scale orchestral …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Personata Studios Debuts 'Human-Led, AI-Powered' Custom Music for Life’s Major Milestones

Personal Milestone Packages from $149 to $2,999; Corporate Sonic Branding Also Available FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Personata Studios today announced its launch in the United States and the United Kingdom …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 12:33 GMT

From New York to the Super Bowl: Lokixximo’s ‘Vakera’ Is Set to Ignite the Big Game with Bad Bunny

Lokixximo represents Dominicans and New York as his hit ‘Vakera’ lands at Super Bowl LX with Bad Bunny. BRONX, NY, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dominican‑New York Artist Lokixximo’s “Vakera” Licensed for Super Bowl LX …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Chickahominy Marsh Records Ships Rusty Gear's New Bluegrass Album 'Music City Drifters' To Radio

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rusty Gear, the creator of the American Way Of Life music collection drops the ultimate bluegrass album “Music City Drifters” to radio. Right out of the gate Rusty’s “All The Ties …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

Gen X Experience of Space Shuttle Challenger Disaster Remembered in New Novel Series

On the 40th anniversary of the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, novelist Chris Orcutt revisits the tragedy in new literary epic. POUGHKEEPSIE, NY, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the nation reflects on the 40th …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 10:00 GMT

Karen Smith to Wear Phyllis Emelda Design at the GRAMMY Awards®, Shining a Spotlight on Bay Area Fashion Talent

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Celebrity publicist Karen Smith announced today that she will wear a custom design by Oakland-based Black woman fashion designer Phyllis Emelda to the GRAMMY Awards®, airing …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 06:48 GMT

The Bannerman Brothers Bring Acoustic Mini-Tour to Japan This March

Popular Canadian Duo To Tour Japan Playing Small Intimate Clubs STRATFORD, ONTARIO, CANADA, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Canadian folk-roots musicians The Bannerman Brothers are set to cross the Pacific this March for a special acoustic mini- …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 05:50 GMT

'Team Anticupido' de La Original Banda El Limón Debuta #1 en el Chart Hot Songs de Monitor Latino USA y México

“Team Anticupido" es un nuevo tema que marca una evolución histórica para la banda de Salvador Lizárraga LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ICCF — A tan solo días de su lanzamiento, “Team Anticupido”, …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 21:30 GMT

K-Pop Group XODIAC Wins Top Prize at OMNI Australian AI Film Event

XODIAC AI Film Rises to the Top of Over 1,200 Global Submissions at OMNI’s Sound-Focused Showcase SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OMNI International AI Film Festival has announced Korea-based XODIAC as the …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 20:59 GMT

The Jazz Sanctuary Extends Matching Fund Drive to Sustain Free Jazz in the Philadelphia Community

Now in its 15th year, the nonprofit looks ahead to a milestone 1,000th concert in 2026. PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Jazz Sanctuary has extended its matching donation campaign through Sunday, …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 19:33 GMT

HEAVYS Partners with HeartSupport Mental Health Nonprofit to Support Artists and the Music Community

HEAVYS partners with HeartSupport, a mental health nonprofit, launching limited-edition audio accessories that support artists, community care, and music fans. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HEAVYS Partners …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 19:31 GMT

Apology from Ye, formerly Kanye West, Insults Two Billion People by Equating Swastika with Hakenkreuz

COHNA calls for correction after artist’s advertisement in Wall Street Journal NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA) calls on Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, and …

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Published on January 26, 2026 - 19:25 GMT

Oskar Eklund Selected as Top Global CEO and Gaming Innovator of the Year by IAOTP

The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) will honor Oskar Eklund at their annual awards gala in NYC at the Plaza Hotel NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Oskar Eklund was recently selected as …

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