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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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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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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The Kody Norris Show Wins Big With Five SPBGMA Awards, Including Entertainer, Male Vocalist, Overall Band Of The Year, And More!

The Kody Norris Show announces 14-year-old Hayden “Jim” Hensley as official member and banjo player Announces ‘Spirit Of America Tour’ celebrating The United States 250th Birthday! NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Award-winning country and bluegrass group The Kody Norris Show is celebrating a major achievement with five wins at the 2026 SPBGMA Awards, including Entertainer of the Year, Song of the Year (“The Auctioneer”), Band (Overall) of the Year, and more.On Friday night during … Continue reading The Kody Norris Show Wins Big With Five SPBGMA Awards, Including Entertainer, Male Vocalist, Overall Band Of The Year, And More!

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12 Stones Release New Single “Golden Child”

Sign to Judge & Jury Records / SV Records Hard rock band 12 Stones return with their new single “Golden Child,” marking their first new song in six years through a joint venture between Judge & Jury Records and SV Records. Both 12 Stones and Judge & Jury are credited as primary artists on the release and track level, signaling a collaborative partnership that blends the band’s legacy sound with Judge … Continue reading 12 Stones Release New Single “Golden Child”

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BLAKE SHELTON ADDS EIGHT NEW DATES AT THE COLOSSEUM AT CAESARS PALACEMAY 6 – 24, 2026

Presales begin Monday, Feb. 2 Public on sale begins Friday, Feb. 6 LAS VEGAS, Nev. – With overwhelming fan demand, country music’s unabashed ambassador, Blake Shelton, has announced eight additional performances of his acclaimed Live in Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. The newly added shows will run May 6 – 24, 2026. Shelton revealed the news in true Blake fashion earlier today, riding a Kubota tractor down the Las Vegas Strip … Continue reading BLAKE SHELTON ADDS EIGHT NEW DATES AT THE COLOSSEUM AT CAESARS PALACEMAY 6 – 24, 2026

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ABSOLUTELY CONFIRMS NEW ALBUM PARACOSM RELEASE DATE OF FEBRUARY 20, 2026

REVEALS OFFICIAL ALBUM ART NEWS ARRIVES AS ABSOLUTELY’S TOUR WITH SISTERS RAYE AND AMMA TAKES EUROPE, HITTING AMSTERDAM FOR A SECOND NIGHT TODAY ADDITIONAL TOUR DATES SET WITH RENEÉ RAPP IN MARCH ANDFESTIVAL SETS ANNOUNCED FOR GOVERNORS BALL AND BOTTLEROCK “Her music – in all of its alt-poppy, almost-rocky magic – is big on emotion and big on talent. Her time is nigh.” – British Vogue (“These … Continue reading ABSOLUTELY CONFIRMS NEW ALBUM PARACOSM RELEASE DATE OF FEBRUARY 20, 2026

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WHISKEY MYERS & THE BLACK CROWES ANNOUNCE MASSIVE CO-HEADLINING SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY TOUR

Tour Marks Hollywood Bowl Debut for The Black Crowes, Tedeschi Trucks Band & Whiskey Myers Sign up HERE for Artist Pre-Sale (powered by Seated)to Unlock Brand-New Track by Whiskey Myers & The Black Crowes General On-Sale Begins Friday, February 6 at 10 a.m. Local Time NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Modern rock’s boundary-pushing powerhouse Whiskey Myers today announce their massive co-headlining Southern Hospitality Tour with genre-defying rock legends The Black Crowes, along with opener Southall. … Continue reading WHISKEY MYERS & THE BLACK CROWES ANNOUNCE MASSIVE CO-HEADLINING SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY TOUR

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IAN MUNSICK PARTNERS WITH TRIPLE TIGERS RECORDS New Music Arrives via WEST TO THE REST RECORDS/Triple Tigers Records

Munsick Previews New Music with Release of “Geronimo” This Friday, January 30; Pre-Save HERE Photo IDs L to R: Laura Hostelley (VP Marketing, Triple Tigers), George Couri (Managing Partner), Annie Ortmeier (Co-President), Ian Munsick, Kevin Herring (Co-President), Raffaella Braun (VP Radio Promotion, Triple Tigers), Caroline Munsick (Not A Public Figure Management) | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – When Ian Munsick departed from Warner Music Nashville in September, the Wyoming … Continue reading IAN MUNSICK PARTNERS WITH TRIPLE TIGERS RECORDS New Music Arrives via WEST TO THE REST RECORDS/Triple Tigers Records

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