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26 March 2025

25 March 2025

Newsletter: RICH BRIAN ANNOUNCES FORTHCOMING ALBUM WHERE IS MY HEAD? DUE MAY 23RD

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Rich Brian announces his forthcoming album WHERE IS MY HEAD? due May 23rd. The announcement is paired with the arrival of his new single “Little Ray Of Light,” the first official offering from the project, alongside a new music video. His first official release since his 2022 EP Brightside, “Little Ray Of Light” marks a notable sonic shift from the catalog on which Rich Brian has built his career. The self-produced song is built around analog instrumentation and sees him primarily embracing his singing voice in a way that past releases have not. The song’s accompanying music video is as raw and diaristic as the song itself with Brian conducting a string section, a nod to his involvement in the music video’s creative direction with director Jared Hogan. 

24 March 2025

02 March 2025

Newsletter: Tate McRae releases highly anticipated third album So Close To What 

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Multi-platinum pop sensation Tate McRae releases her highly anticipated third album So Close To What via RCA Records. It represents the insurmountable moments in life, where the road ahead at times can feel endless and the destination non-existent. It’s an introspective exploration of self-discovery, love, and nostalgia. The album and its songs navigate the raw emotions of healing an old heart and the hesitations that come with falling in love again, the beautiful and sometimes harsh realities of what it means to be a woman and embracing a newfound confidence. Wrapped in irresistible pop production and unfiltered lyricism, So Close To What is written and produced with hitmakers Ryan Tedder, Grant Boutin, Amy Allen, Julia Michaels, and more. Listen HERE

24 February 2025

Newsletter: MULTI - PLATINUM SINGER - SONGWRITER DAVID KUSHNER SHARES NEW VALENTINE’S DAY EP 20 YEARS FROM NOW

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Multi-billion-streaming, Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter David Kushner is excited to share his eagerly anticipated new EP, 20 Years From Now, arriving everywhere today, on Valentine’s Day. Today’s release, along with an official music video for “Love Worth Saving,” sees Kushner unpacking the passing of time and the lingering question of where love will weave itself into the story two decades down the line. Inspired by his parents’ rocky relationship, Kushner reflects on how love, even in its most fragile state, leaves an undeniable imprint while asking a compelling question: Where will love be in 20 years?

Newsletter: RAVEENA ANNOUNCES WHERE THE BUTTERFLIES GO IN THE RAIN DELUXE ALBUM DUE FEB 28TH

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Following the release of her latest album Where the Butterflies Go in the Rain, Raveena returns to announce the deluxe version due Feb 28th. The deluxe was finished in the midst of the LA fires and features two new singles and an updated version of "Lose My Focus" that now features Umi as well as a remix of the single. These new songs embrace themes of love, maturity, comfort, and domesticity, while also addressing heavy climate grief and longing for a simpler time.

31 January 2025

Newsletter: Tate McRae releases “Sports Car,” off her upcoming new album, So Close To What

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Multi-platinum pop sensation Tate McRae is set to release her highly anticipated third album So Close To What on February 21st via RCA Records. Through unfiltered lyricism and raw emotions, So Close To What represents the journey of growing up when the road ahead feels infinite and the destination increasingly elusive. It’s an introspective exploration of self-discovery, love, and searching for balance in moments of uncertainty. Pre-save HERE

15 January 2025

10 January 2025

Newsletter: Filipino singer-songwriter Barbie Almalbis drops fifth studio album, Not That Girl

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Photo by Niña Sandejas

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Barbie Almalbis marks a pivotal chapter in her music career with the release of her fifth studio album, Not That Girl. Out now on all digital platforms, the album offers a fresh, fearless direction in Almalbis’ ever-evolving sound, blending personal reflection with sonic innovation.

30 December 2024

Newsletter: SZA releases the long-awaited SOS Deluxe: LANA

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Top Dawg Entertainment / RCA Records’ 4x-time Grammy award-winning artist SZA releases SOS Deluxe: LANA, the expanded edition of her critically acclaimed album SOS. The album is available now on all major streaming platforms via Top Dawg Entertainment/RCA Records. Fan bundles with exclusive merchandise can be purchased here.

26 December 2024

Newsletter: Global Girl Group XG Achieves First Ever Billboard 200 Chart Entry with Latest EP AWE

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Global girl group XG has debuted at number 175 on the Billboard 200 chart with their latest mini-album, AWE! This achievement marks their first-ever entry on the chart, solidifying their status as a rising force in the global music scene. AWE also claimed the top spot on the Heatseekers Albums chart, further showcasing the group's growing impact worldwide. For Japanese artists, this is a significant milestone, following Joe Hisaishi and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra's A Symphonic Celebration - Music from the Studio Ghibli Films of Hayao Miyazaki in 2023. XG is also the first Japanese girl group to make the list since BABYMETAL’s METAL GALAXY in 2019. Their success with AWE follows the historic achievement of their song “GRL GVNG,” which ranked No. 1 on the Hot Trending Songs Powered by Twitter chart, making them the first Japanese artist to top the weekly chart in the US.

21 December 2024

Newsletter: MONA releases debut EP Love, MONA: a modern take on love letters

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Filipino recording star MONA has officially released her highly anticipated debut EP, Love, MONA, 
Available now via Sony Music Entertainment, the 5-track release serves as a collection of love letters in the form of songs. Inspired by the tradition of exchanging handwritten letters in the ‘90s, MONA channels this intimate and personal expression of emotion into her distinct brand of storytelling.

19 December 2024

Newsletter: Barbie Almalbis to launch fifth studio album, Not That Girl next month

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Photo by Nina Sandejas

Award-winning singer-songwriter Barbie Almalbis is set to release her highly anticipated fifth studio album, Not That Girl, on Friday, January 10, 2025, on all major digital platforms worldwide.

18 December 2024

Newsletter: PARTY FAVOR Says Farewell w/ The Party Never Dies EP Out Now via Ultra Records

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Dance music powerhouse PARTY FAVOR will bid an unforgettable farewell with his final EP, The Party Never Dies, dropped on December 6th via Ultra Records. This swan song EP marks the culmination of his career-defining journey through the electronic music world. To commemorate the release and his career spanning over a decade, an honorary funeral music video, has been prepared featuring a guest list of over 20 artists from the industry. The visual tribute will see appearances from Valentino Khan, Bijou, Rossy Kate, and many more, celebrating the legacy of PARTY FAVOR’s groundbreaking contributions.

16 December 2024

Newsletter: CRAVITY RETURNS BOLD NEW CHAPTER WITH FIRST SINGLE ALBUM FIND THE ORBIT

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CRAVITY is breaking barriers and reaching for new heights with their first single album, FIND THE ORBIT, marking a pivotal turning point in the group’s journey. This release symbolises CRAVITY’s evolution as they showcase their well-established teamwork and dedicated fandom cultivated through both domestic and global activities. FIND THE ORBIT represents their strong determination to forge a distinct path, aiming to carve out a unique presence within the K-pop world.

11 December 2024

Newsletter: James Reid hits home with new EP, jgh

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James Reid has officially released his highly anticipated new EP, jgh, under Sony Music Entertainment and Careless Music. 

09 December 2024

Newsletter: Clara Benin releases deluxe edition of befriending my tears with new tracks, remixes, and live recordings

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Filipino singer-songwriter Clara Benin has dropped the deluxe edition of her critically acclaimed album, befriending my tears, now available worldwide under Sony Music Entertainment. The expanded version, titled befriending my tears (and then some), adds ten new tracks, including two fresh originals, five remixes, two live recordings, and a fan-favorite early demo, offering a deeper dive into Benin’s introspective musical journey.

Newsletter: Surprise Digital Release - Number_i's "No.I (Deluxe)" Featuring the Unreleased Track "HIRAKEGOMA"

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Japanese boy group Number_i, composed of Sho Hirano, Yuta Jinguji, and Yuta Kishi, continues to captivate fans worldwide with the surprise release of their deluxe album, "No.I (Deluxe)", now available on streaming platforms. This special edition of their debut album, released as a gesture of gratitude to their fans, features all 13 original tracks plus the newly unveiled song "HIRAKEGOMA."
The Magic of "HIRAKEGOMA"

05 December 2024

PlayBack: Breē – A Dream Of Sunrise (album)

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In almost a decade of following the scene and discovering new bands, Breē is probably one of the most resounding yet underrated names in the last couple of years, and it's solely because of two things: (1) their experimental approach through their heavy-duty drum-dominated plus three-guitar work (four, if you count the bass guitar) and ambient textures on the background that make up for their immersive live experience; and (2) their persistence on marketing their craft which can reach to a somewhat unbelievably relentless degree.