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The music community was stunned on 26 October by the shock announcement from Nightwish frontwoman, Floor Jansen. The Dutch singer revealed in a personal letter via Instagram that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer. Holding no details back, she shared with her fans that thanks to early detection, her prognosis was positive, yet there was still a road of healing ahead. She explained that she would need surgery and further tests and would provide updates as her journey continued. Jansen also chose to remind everyone of the importance of regular mammograms. Telling women to get checked and men to remind the ladies in their life to do these life-saving tests regularly.

GRAMMY® nominated singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist JP Saxe unveils his brand-new single entitled “The Good Parts” via Arista Records. Listen below. The track was penned by Saxe and produced by close collaborators Malay (Frank Ocean, Lorde) and Ryan Marrone. Saxe will perform the song on NBC’s Today Show on Monday, November 21st. 

Ventura County based composer Joseph Metcalfe has won the Public Choice award for the feature film score The King’s Daughter in the World Soundtrack Awards, which recently took place in Ghent, Belgium.

Resolute Juke announces the release of BATTLEFLAGG’s debut EP, The Blood Meridians, available on all major streaming platforms on November 11, 2022. Sitting squarely in the Adult Contemporary Rock and Singer/Songwriter genres, The Blood Meridians tacks between anthem and lament seeking to meet the moment of an anxious age. 

Their classic hit ‘Chasing Cars’ is one of the latest songs to pass that magical milestone of 1 billion streams on Spotify. 

Following on from the release of the powerful EP 'Welcome to the Club', earlier this summer, British artist Twinnie rounds out 2022 in style with her fantastic new Christmas single titled 'Elf Yourself' (November 25) which will deliver all the playful cheer you need this holiday season and also shares the official music video for latest single 'Bad Bad Bitch' (out now).

This coincides with the signing of their newest artist, Eddy Ruyter, keyboardist for pop icons Shawn Mendes, John Mayer, and more.

Today, with a prescient and plaintive new single called “Lydia,” Margo Price shares her latest preview of Strays.

Last night, BMG artist Lainey Wilson took home the highly coveted trophies for Female Vocalist of the Year and New Artist of the Year during her Country Music Association (CMA) Awards debut. Wilson, the most nominated artist of the night, is the first artist to win both awards in the same year since Carrie Underwood in 2006. 

Halfway, the new EP from rising singer/songwriter Ber, is set for release on February 17th 2023. The EP showcases her lofty range as a songwriter, artist and creator while growing her already fiercely passionate fanbase.  

Singer-songwriter Abby Simone makes a big entrance to the music scene with today’s release of her debut single ‘Same Sunrise’. Her exquisite voice and natural charisma are the standout attractions of a warm-hearted jazz-tinged soul-pop song, which will appeal to fans of Arlo Parks or Jorja Smith’s more laidback moments. ‘Same Sunrise’ captures the tender relief of feeling reconnected with someone you love. The inspiration behind the track came from a text Abby received whilst travelling to visit a loved one: “After so long, we finally see the same sunrise.” Listen below.

Necosso is an artist with a focus on making groundbreaking music that blurs the lines between different genres and styles. As a result, the artist is always able to make catchy music that still retains an open mind and a very broad creative range.

(Los Angeles, CA) — Singer-songwriter Gabriella Rose released her debut single/video “In The Dark,” set to appear on her soon-to-be-announced debut full-length via Coeur D’Alene Records and today she releases her next single “Deadbeat Disco” which is a fun throwback to her Americana sound. Throughout the track, and evident across her 10-song album, Gabriella Rose clearly is having the time of her life as she is chasing dreams. “Deadbeat Disco” is bouncy and fun and draws the listener in with a 50’s style dance beat and exciting guitars and her captivating vocals. She enlists family and friends from her home in Coeur D’ Alene, Idaho in the official music video which drops 12pm PST 11.8. 22

Nashville, TN- It was a packed house for the 8th Annual JMA Awards at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville last week.  Artists and fans from all over the globe descended on the iconic music venue in full glitz and glamour to celebrate the phenomenally talented artists/musicians/industry professionals in the independent music world.  Nashville-based country music band Herrick has become very familiar faces at the JMA’s over the years holding awards in a slew of categories including Americana Group of the Year in 2017, Country Female Vocalist of the Year in 2020, and two.

Begonia became established as one of Canada’s biggest breaking artists with her 2019 debut album ‘Fear’, which was nominated for a JUNO Award for Adult Alternative Album Of The Year and was longlisted for The Polaris Music Prize. Now Begonia - real name Alexa Dirks - introduces herself to UK audiences with her new single ‘Right Here’, which previews the February 24th release of her second album ‘Powder Blue’. Listen below. 

Multi Genre Recording Artist Tony Carlucci - follows up his Highly Acclaimed Super Nostalgia Album "I Only Have Eyes For You", with his New Energy Infused Rad Righteous Retro Rockin' Release "Rock This Town".  A Party Time Rocking Release with lots of great songs. 

One of the biggest box office hits of the ‘90s, ‘The Bodyguard’ will be back in cinemas on November 6th and November 9th to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the beloved film’s release. In addition to the film screening (tickets available here), fans will also enjoy the music videos for Whitney Houston’s ‘Queen of the Night’ and ‘I Will Always Love You’ on the big screen, celebrating the life and legacy of the iconic singer and actress.

It should come as no surprise that Van Morrison has made an album inspired by skiffle. Van Morrison’s love of skiffle dates back to his childhood. He would hang out at the famed Belfast record store Atlantic Records, where he’d hear early 20th century folk, blues and jazz from the likes of Lead Belly and Jelly Roll Morton. So when he heard Lonnie Donegan’s take on ‘Rock Island Line’ he intuitively understood the music he was creating. Before long, Van Morrison was playing with a skiffle band in school.

TikTok sensation and self-described “Committer of Audio Atrocities” drops new single.

Klowniac is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, performer, and viral TikTok sensation (reaching just over 4 million views and 50,000 followers.) that is challenging the music industry and peoples perception with its controversial clown like appearance and sinister sounds; showing viewers and listeners alike that you can’t judge anything just by how it looks.

Brit alt-pop trio Flawes’ dedication to their craft has made them one of the UK’s most exciting new bands. Their debut album ‘Highlights’ and the lockdown-era EP ‘Reverie’ put them on the cusp of a major breakthrough, their anthemic style leading to praise from Billie Eilish, sessions with Finneas, and extensive airplay at Radio 1. Meanwhile, their tight, dynamic live performances have resulted in unforgettable sets at the Reading and Leeds Festivals, as well as a sold-out London headline show at Omeara.

BBC Radio 1Xtra’s R&B specialist and presenter, Ace has announced the cohort of emerging talent taking part in the inaugural Everything R&B Live. Four unsigned UK R&B artists, alongside five special guests, tour their home cities across the UK this November to develop their knowledge and connections within the live music industry, enhance their performance skills, and be introduced to new audiences.