GRAMMY-WINNING THE 5TH DIMENSION CO-FOUNDER LaMONTE McLEMORE DIES AT 90

Singer helped define an era of pop-soul; his camera chronicled decades of women of color and music icons LAS VEGAS, Nev. (Feb. 4, 2026) — LaMonte McLemore, a founding member of The 5th Dimension and a longtime celebrity and sports photographer whose images appeared in publications including Jet magazine, died Tuesday morning, Feb. 3, at his home in Las Vegas surrounded by his wife of 30 years and family. He … Continue reading GRAMMY-WINNING THE 5TH DIMENSION CO-FOUNDER LaMONTE McLEMORE DIES AT 90

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Limberlost Release New Single “Give it to Me(Redux)”

New EP Villian Due Out Later This Year! Explosive. Fierce. Unapologetic. Limberlost kicks off 2026 with a re-imagined version of their 2023 only released in Europe, fan-favorite anthem “Give it to Me”, transforming it into a modern rock powerhouse that hits harder than ever. Reborn from its original roots, this version fuses high-energy guitar riffs, thunderous drums, and powerhouse vocals that redefine the band’s signature sound. “Give It to Me (Redux)” is a declaration of strength, … Continue reading Limberlost Release New Single “Give it to Me(Redux)”

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BRIT FLOYD

CELEBRATE 15TH ANNIVERSARYWITH “THE MOON, THE WALL AND BEYOND” WORLD TOUR DATES WILL HONOR‘DARK SIDE OF THE MOON’AND ‘THE WALL’ ALBUMSNORTH AMERICAN SHOWS KICK OFF FEBRUARY 9“A band with amazing talent and a joy to work with…”–Alan Parsons“Touring with Brit Floyd is the closest thing to being on my dad’s tours…”–Harry Waters Photo courtesy: Brit FloydBRIT FLOYD—”widely recognized as the world’s premiere Pink Floyd experience” (Rolling Stone)—will celebrate the … Continue reading BRIT FLOYD

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CHARLOTTE SANDS DROPS NEW SINGLE, “BACK TO YOU”

NEW ALBUM, SATELLITE, OUT MARCH 6 Today, Charlotte Sands reveals her new single, “back to you,” the final preview of her sophomore album, Satellite, out March 6. “back to you” follows recent singles “Afterlife,” “neckdeep,” “HUSH,” and “one eye open,” all of which appear on the upcoming album. On “back to you,” Charlotte strikes a powerful balance between angsty intensity and poetic vulnerability. The song begins as a delicate, introspective slow … Continue reading CHARLOTTE SANDS DROPS NEW SINGLE, “BACK TO YOU”

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T. Graham Brown Welcomes Neal McCoy To LIVE WIRE On SiriusXM Prime Country Channel 58

With continued airings throughout February, T. Graham Brown’s LIVE WIRE will feature live cuts from artists including Suzy Bogguss, Jackson Browne, Earl Thomas Conley, Reba McEntire, and Michael Martin Murphey, plus an exclusive interview with Neal McCoy Currently Celebrating The 40th Anniversary Of His Hit Single “I Wish That I Could Hurt That Way Again” NASHVILLE, Tenn. – GRAMMY®-nominated, CMA and EMMY Award-winner, and Grand … Continue reading T. Graham Brown Welcomes Neal McCoy To LIVE WIRE On SiriusXM Prime Country Channel 58

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STEPHEN PEARCY Announces Initial Dates For 2026

“THE UNDERCOVER TOUR” THE 2026 ITINERARY TO BE HIGHLIGHTED BY PEARCY/DEMARTINI SHOWS OFFERS TRULY PERSONALIZED VIP MEET N GREETS AFTER EVERY SHOW INVITES FANS INTO HIS INNER CIRCLE ON PATREON As he continues to lay down tracks for his upcoming sixth solo album, STEPHEN PEARCY—the voice of RATT—has announced his initial tour dates for 2026. Billed as “The Undercover Tour,” the itinerary will be highlighted by performances with guitarist … Continue reading STEPHEN PEARCY Announces Initial Dates For 2026

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UB40 FEATURING ALI CAMPBELL Announce more Dates For 2026

NORTH AMERICAN SHOWS KICK OFF APRIL 15 IN FLORIDA THE BIG LOVE TOUR LAUNCHES APRIL 11 AT THE GRENADA REGGAE FEST Having already announced their initial 2026 shows, UB40 FEATURING ALI CAMPBELL have added additional dates to their Big Love Tour. Fronted by the unmistakable voice of ALI CAMPBELL, the U.S. performances kick off April 15 in Florida; the cross-country tour will include stops throughout the northeast, west coast and beyond (see the itinerary below). Before bringing … Continue reading UB40 FEATURING ALI CAMPBELL Announce more Dates For 2026

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Firesky: second single released

Art Of Melody Music & Burning Minds Music Group are proud to announce “Can You Feel Me?”, the second single from the self-titled debut album by Firesky. The song and music video are now available online for streaming. “Can You Feel Me?” features Davide “Dave Rox” Barbieri (Wheels Of Fire, Shining Line, Room Experience) as a special guest on backing vocals. Buy digital / Stream “Can You Feel Me?” now:https://www.burningmindsgroup.com/art-of-melody-music/buy/240 The band … Continue reading Firesky: second single released

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REBA MCENTIRE PERFORMS FOR THE FIRST TIME ON THE GRAMMYS WITH POWERFUL “TRAILBLAZER (DREAM CHASER VERSION)” FEATURING BRANDY CLARK AND LUKAS NELSON

Los Angeles, CA — February 2, 2026 — Entertainment icon Reba McEntire took the GRAMMY stage for the first time Sunday night, delivering a breathtaking performance of her hit single “Trailblazer,” reimagined as “Trailblazer (Dream Chaser Version).” The special rendition featured GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter Brandy Clark—who rewrote the track and co-produced it with McEntire—and GRAMMY-winning artist Lukas Nelson, uniting a powerful, multi-generational collaboration that honored the legacy … Continue reading REBA MCENTIRE PERFORMS FOR THE FIRST TIME ON THE GRAMMYS WITH POWERFUL “TRAILBLAZER (DREAM CHASER VERSION)” FEATURING BRANDY CLARK AND LUKAS NELSON

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