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Katy Perry has just released her latest album, titled 143. After listening through the entire project, I’m ready to share some insights. First, let’s figure out why the album is called 143. A quick search reveals that “143” is a numerical shorthand for “I love you,” and it’s also reportedly Katy Perry’s personal “angel number.” This symbolism fits well with the album cover, where Perry is portrayed in a love-filled, angelic state.

Geordie Greep has sent shockwaves through the British rock scene with his declaration that Black Midi, the now-legendary duo he once helmed, is officially on hiatus and not something he's keen on revisiting anytime soon. Black Midi has always been characterized by bold improvisation and a lack of fear in stepping outside the comfort zone. Yet, with the release of Greep’s debut single, Holy, Holy, it’s abundantly clear why he wants to stay away from Black Midi. It’s experimental, for sure, but it’s far more structured and crafted with purpose compared to the trembling chaos of Black Midi.

A$AP Rocky recently dropped a track titled Taylor Swift, and it’s a classic trap banger, packed with hard-hitting drums and clever bars throughout. Before diving in further, I highly recommend watching the video while listening for the first time. It’s an unexplainable mix of abstract imagery, cleverly put together, that pulls you in and makes you want to pay attention. Filmed in Kyiv, Ukraine, the video blends street visuals with a dose of surreal film magic.

It’s been over a year since I last saw Tenille Arts perform at Canvas Manchester, where we had the chance to interview her. Since then, she’s released a collaborative song with LeAnn Rimes, opened for Luke Bryan on his Canadian tour dates, and seen her latest album, To Be Honest, featured in Time Square Spotify billboard ads. Things are certainly looking promising for the Canadian country singer.

Floating Points has released a new three song mini-ep titled “Ocotillo”. It is hard to accurately describe everything that is going on in these tracks with words. I wish I could formulate three quick sentences that just made it so you went and gave these tracks a go and listened to them as soon as possible. The more people that listened to this music the quicker, the better off we would be. When I hear these tracks, they feel so refreshing. 

Blink-182 has dropped two new singles, "All In My Head" and "No Fun," which will be featured on their upcoming album, One More Time… Part 2. These tracks stay true to the band's signature sound, echoing the familiar sonic and stylistic vibes that long-time fans will recognize.

Fie Eike has just released a new track titled “Fluid.” If you haven't listened to Fie before, I highly recommend exploring her other projects before, during, or after reading this article. Born and raised in Denmark, Fie crafts atmospheric, vibey songs with subtle yet impactful vocals. Her early releases have all revolved around the theme of water, and the production on these tracks is exceptional. Every element feels cohesive, from the structure of the parts to the unique sounds that surface throughout. Fie has a remarkable talent for weaving together different elements, ensuring that not only do they stand out individually, but they also collectively reinforce the overarching theme of her music.

Halsey has released a new pop/rock/punk banger titled “Lonely is the Muse”. This track makes me, as a person in the age range 22-30, pretty nostalgic. Even to someone that had a front row seat to the wave of pop punk songs released in the 2000’s, the track still feels fresh. Halsey delivers heart-wrenching vocals, mixing smooth harmonies with her lead vocal which at some points also goes over into screaming. The backing music is basic instruments, but very well played. Drums, guitar and bass. The distorted guitars are not taking over, but are filling up a lot of empty room just on their own.

The artist under review today goes by several names. He has released six solo albums under his own name, “Luke Temple”; another four as “Here We Go Magic”; three as his alter ego “Art Feynman”; and the album under review is released with his new group, “Cascading Moms.”

Diamond-certified and award-winning artist The Weeknd revealed his 2024 tour dates in Australia, extending his record-breaking 2022/2023 After Hours Til Dawn Tour. Produced by Live Nation, the Australia leg will start on Saturday, October 5, in Melbourne with back-to-back shows, followed by performances in Sydney on October 22 and 23 at Accor Stadium. These shows will mark The Weeknd’s first-ever stadium performances in Australia and his return to the region since 2017. Mike Dean, Chxrry22, and Sydney’s own Anna Lunoe will be joining as support for the four Australia dates.