LOCASH TO HEADLINE 15TH ANNUAL ISLAND TIME MUSIC FESTIVAL

ONE-OF-A-KIND FEST RETURNS TO MEXICO’S ISLA MUJERES 2/25 – 2/28—GET TICKETS HERE NASHVILLE, TENN. (February 3, 2026) – This month, PLATINUM-selling Country duo LOCASH will headline the 15th annual Island Time Music Festival — a one-of-a-kind celebration taking place February 25 through 28 on the Mexican island of Isla Mujeres. This year’s festival will feature LOCASH & Friends, marking the duo’s 6th time playing Island Time, with special guest artists joining them on stage … Continue reading LOCASH TO HEADLINE 15TH ANNUAL ISLAND TIME MUSIC FESTIVAL

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DON McLEAN MARKS THE 55TH ANNIVERSARY OF “AMERICAN PIE” AS THE SURF BALLROOM ANNOUNCES A 2027 LIFE‑SIZE BRONZE STATUE HONORING THE ICONIC SINGER‑SONGWRITER

Statue will be installed at the legendary venue where Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson played their final show CLEAR LAKE, Ia. (February 3, 2026) — Fifty‑five years after its release, Don McLean’s “American Pie” remains one of the most enduring anthems in American music — a sweeping, eight‑minute epic that captured a nation in transition and immortalized the phrase “the … Continue reading DON McLEAN MARKS THE 55TH ANNIVERSARY OF “AMERICAN PIE” AS THE SURF BALLROOM ANNOUNCES A 2027 LIFE‑SIZE BRONZE STATUE HONORING THE ICONIC SINGER‑SONGWRITER

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CHEMICAL EMPIRE Release Epic New Single “THIS ISN’T GONNA END THIS WAR”

Hard-hitting rock outfit CHEMICAL EMPIRE returns with a thunderous new single. “This Isn’t Gonna End This War,” is fast, heavy, and unrelenting, built on chaotic energy that mirrors the volatility of a toxic relationship. The momentum never fully lets up, creating a constant sense of pressure and escalation as the conflict intensifies. The bridge and solo serve as a decisive breaking point, delivering a moment of total impact … Continue reading CHEMICAL EMPIRE Release Epic New Single “THIS ISN’T GONNA END THIS WAR”

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The Cranberries Announce The Reissue Of Uncertain

The Rare And Newly-Remastered EPThat Foreshadows Their Mainstream BreakthroughOn January 30, 2026 JANUARY 30, 2026 [New York, NY] — Before “Dreams” signaled the emergence of one of the most arresting and angelic voices enwrapped in a swath of layered dreampop… Before “Linger” entranced audiences even further into their otherworldly and dreamy melodies… Before “Zombie” cemented them as one of the premier alt-rock bands globally… Before their albums were certified … Continue reading The Cranberries Announce The Reissue Of Uncertain

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Traditional Country Singer/Songwriter Randy Cobb Releases Powerful New Single Hard To Breathe

NASHVILLE, TENN. — With his current single The Sand climbing the Music Row Country Charts, rising traditional country singer/songwriter Randy Cobb, surprises fans and delivers an emotionally charged new tune to the digital streaming platforms. Hard To Breathe is now available wherever music streams HERE. Hard To Breathe is a raw and honest track that captures the weight of inner conflict and the moments that leave you struggling to find air. Written by Randy alongside Jeff King and Mark Dooley, Hard To Breathe showcases Randy’s ability to … Continue reading Traditional Country Singer/Songwriter Randy Cobb Releases Powerful New Single Hard To Breathe

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FROM ASHES TO NEW’S

‘REFLECTIONS’ ALBUM DUE OUT APRIL 17 VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC PRE-ORDER ‘REFLECTIONS’ HERE NEW SONG AND VIDEO “VILLAIN” OUT TODAY STREAM/DOWNLOAD THE TRACK HERE WATCH THE VIDEO HERE U.S. TOUR WITH BLACK VEIL BRIDES SET TO LAUNCH APRIL 25 IN RIVERSIDE, CA For years, FROM ASHES TO NEW (@FromAshesToNew) has captured the hearts and minds of music listeners worldwide, making impact with a distinctive amalgam of alt metal combined with songs … Continue reading FROM ASHES TO NEW’S

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30 YEARS AGO TODAY Gin Blossoms

RELEASED THE HIT SONG “FOLLOW YOU DOWN” FROM THEIR PLATINUM-SELLING ALBUM CONGRATULATIONS I’M SORRY ON THE ROAD THROUGHOUT 2026 INCLUDING A SUMMER CO-HEADLINING TOUR WITH BLUES TRAVELER NASHVILLE, TN (January 30, 2026) — Today marks 30 years since multi-platinum rock band Gin Blossoms released their hit single “Follow You Down.” The song appeared on the band’s platinum-selling third studio album, Congratulations I’m Sorry, which celebrates its 30th anniversary on February 13, and “Follow You Down” went on to … Continue reading 30 YEARS AGO TODAY Gin Blossoms

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JENNA PAULETTE RELEASES HORSEBACK (DELUXE)

Listen to the 20-Track Album Featuring The Newly Released Duet of “The Dirt” with John Morgan HERE Back In The Saddle Tour Is Underway; Tickets Available at JennaPaulette.com NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Leo33 rising singer/songwriter Jenna Paulette arrives today with her 20-track Horseback (Deluxe) album, featuring three previously unreleased songs, including a duet rendition of “The Dirt” with John Morgan. Additionally, “The Dirt” will be featured on SiriusXM’s Highway On The Horizon beginning … Continue reading JENNA PAULETTE RELEASES HORSEBACK (DELUXE)

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JAMEY JOHNSON DEBUTS “MORE OF WHAT MATTERS” TODAY, JAN. 30

Song Marks the Beginning of a Year of New Music From the Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Jamey Johnson releases “More Of What Matters,” a powerful and poetic reminder of what’s truly important in life, today, Jan. 30. Listen to “More Of What Matters” here. Produced by The Kent Hardly Playboys, Johnson co-wrote the song in 2007 with Keith Follese and Jon Stone and had been saving … Continue reading JAMEY JOHNSON DEBUTS “MORE OF WHAT MATTERS” TODAY, JAN. 30

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Moe Bandy Marks 45 Years of His Iconic Hit Duet “Hey Joe, Hey Moe” With Joe Stampley

Bandy’s New Album ‘Songs I Missed’ Is Available Now! NASHVILLE, Tenn. – CMA and ACM Award–winning country music legend Moe Bandy is celebrating the 45th anniversary of his Top 10 hit duet “Hey Joe, Hey Moe,” recorded with Joe Stampley. Originally released in 1981 as the lead and only single from their duet album ‘Hey Joe (Hey Moe)’ on Columbia Records, the song was a reimagined take on … Continue reading Moe Bandy Marks 45 Years of His Iconic Hit Duet “Hey Joe, Hey Moe” With Joe Stampley

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