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Rick Shaffer has dropped the grittiest, edgiest album of his career. Rites & Stories is Shaffer's thirteenth full-length, saturated with the vibe of a 3-way argument among Waits, Morrison, and Iggy Pop. Part Punk, part 120 Minutes-era Alternative, Rites & Stories smells of gasoline and cigarettes, tastes black-coffee bitter, and radiates a searing mid-summer desert heat. Close your eyes, listen, and you'll see a highway mirage rising from the scalding asphalt.

Allan Susoeff, Jr. is a composer of New Age instrumental relaxation music that is ambient, uplifting, and effectively empowering. His new single, “Navel: 528 Hz”, is part of a chakra series of music he is currently writing as the prelude to a full album release. As such, he is releasing some of the songs as singles for relaxation, ambient listening, or meditation songs.

Galway, Ireland — A fresh and compassionate voice is rising from the heart of Galway. Kathy Mahon, an emerging Irish singer-songwriter, is making waves with her soul-stirring sound and heartfelt mission to uplift listeners through music. Drawing inspiration from global icons like Celine Dion, Bruno Mars, Kylie Minogue, and Chappell Roan, Kathy blends emotional depth with catchy melodies, offering both escape and encouragement in an uncertain world.

Independent hip-hop artist and genre-blurring storyteller Epic Eli is back with “Blindfold,” a deeply personal and reflective new single arriving Friday, August 1st on all major streaming platforms. Stripped-back yet impactful, “Blindfold” trades heavy synths for vulnerability, beginning with raw acoustic guitar chords before gradually building into a moody, modern trap beat — a sonic metaphor for the emotional unraveling that unfolds in the lyrics.

Defected Label Group is set to make history with the release of The Essence of Being, the debut album from AjoiA, marking the legendary dance label's first venture into therapeutic ambient music. 

Billboard-charting artist and 2025 Global Recognition Award winner Intelligent Diva, also known behind the scenes as Chincia K, continues to push the boundaries of music and technology with her latest innovation — the creation of an AI artist and band through her proprietary Scoreflow GPT. This move marks a major expansion for her independent label, Diva Underground Records, introducing a new frontier in virtual music production, storytelling, and brand integration.

The Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project proudly recognized the Grand Ole Opry during a special tribute concert held on Tuesday, July 8, at the iconic venue. The event celebrated the Opry’s long-standing commitment to supporting the United States military, an honor deeply rooted in the Opry’s tradition of patriotism and community.

MetokTunes aims to revolutionize the way artists and fans interact—by paying listeners and empowering creators with direct donations, token redemptions, and next-gen engagement tools.

Eight years between albums is a very long time. What happened here between pianist Joshua Zimmermans “Crossroads” album (2017) and “Finding Peace,” his latest solo piano album release? New life. The pandemic. A new business. In 2019, when most artists would have produced and released another album to keep their momentum going, Joshua found himself the proud new owner and operator of The Piano Cottage, a successful music academy in Grand Rapids. Then a baby came along in 2020. Yes, all this in the beginning and heart of the pandemic. 

Rising indie-pop artist Julia Miralles is set to release her bold and emotionally-charged new single, “Just One Minute (What a Waste),” on June 27, 2025. The track, available now for pre-save and pre-release streaming here, showcases Julia’s signature lyrical vulnerability and soaring vocals, wrapped in a richly dynamic production.

It’s not the legendary band per se as Christian Love, son of Mike Love of The Beach Boys, releases a sun soaked 4-song EP titled, Sum Sum Summer. 

On June 21st, Tattedru is set to release his new single, 'One Time,' the anticipated follow-up to his recent track 'Lemon Talk'.

Award-winning singer-songwriter, author, and children’s advocate Darla Z has released a brand-new children’s single and animated music video titled "Bert the Singing Cat", inspired by one of the most beloved characters from her acclaimed Cat Detectives book series. The toe-tapping tune sung by Darla Z, bursting with color and charm, stars Bert (short for Alberta), a charismatic feline who sings and dances her way into the hearts of viewers young and old. The song tells the story of Bert the Singing Cat who lives on an island and loves to fish. One day Bert's fishing in a boat on the bay when the wind picks up her hat and carries it away. Bert's hat lands upon a seagull's back and the seagull disappears from view. Will Bert get her pink hat back? What about the seagull? This super fun song by Darla Z with its playful theme is extremely appealing and certain to become a family favorite. 

AJ Solaris isn’t here to save the world — but he is going to soundtrack its collapse. His shape-shifting, genre-blurring music project M4TR (aka Music 4 The Revolution) is back with Love Is The Revolution, a shimmering, unflinching, synth-drenched third studio album landing June 23. Alongside it comes a 10-year retrospective and digital box set, charting M4TR’s journey from protest anthems to emotionally layered, end-times dancefloor epics.

Chincia Kenner, widely recognized as Intelligent Diva, has been honored with the 2025 Global Recognition Award for her groundbreaking integration of artificial intelligence across entertainment, fashion, technology, and literature. This recognition celebrates her achievements in reshaping creative industries while championing inclusivity and cultural innovation.

New Orleans-born, Bay Area-rooted R&B artist Sargent Tucker (ST) returns this summer with an inspired cover of the late Al Jarreau’s timeless hit, “We’re In This Love Together.” The track, set to release July 1, 2025, via Anada Records, LLC, continues ST’s musical mission: to uplift, inspire, and connect.

In a groundbreaking fusion of technology, fashion, and music, AI Reimaginated: The AI Fashion Show Series has become the first independent AI-driven fashion show to be officially recognized on IMDb. This milestone marks a significant achievement for independent creators and the evolving landscape of AI in the fashion industry.

Get ready to dance, feel, and celebrate—because Minna LaFortune is back with a powerful new album, Dance with Me Volume II, dropping June 7. A force in the reggae scene, Minna blends reggae, Afrobeat, dancehall, and amapiano into an electrifying mix of rhythm and soul, bringing messages of love, unity, empowerment, and social justice straight to your speakers.

Mark Farias drops his explosive new album, Gasoline Milkshake—a brilliant fusion of classic and modern rock that’s sure to electrify rock fans everywhere.

Acclaimed pianist and composer Richard Atkins announces the release of his latest solo piano album, Pianistically Speaking, a spellbinding collection of fifteen original compositions that create a serene, immersive aura. Recorded at the renowned Piano Haven Studios and released on May 16, 2025, the album effortlessly blends elements of New Age, classical crossover, and light jazz.

Australian composer Alexander Sussman invites listeners on a deeply engaging journey of sonic calm with the release of his latest album, “Sonic Calm - Part One.” The album, marking Alexander's second full-length release, showcases a rich and captivating sonic journey, allowing the lengthy compositions the space to organically evolve and mature. The first instalment in a two-album series, this beautiful work immerses audiences in the tranquil, meditative essence of New Age music, offering a serene escape from the complexities of modern life.