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Alt-pop duo Balu Brigada release their debut album Portal, a bold, city-hopping set built across New York, Berlin, and Auckland with singles “So Cold,” “Backseat,” and “What Do We Ever Really Know?”. The Portal Tour launches Oct 3 with a sold-out Mexico City show and headline dates across the U.S. and Canada.

Emma Christine roars back with “Holy Whiskey,” a country-rock sermon for the neon-lit faithful—distorted guitars, fearless vocals, and redemption at the bar. The single drops Sept 5 on Bandcamp, with a wide release Oct 3.

Lithe keeps his momentum with the self-produced single “Name My Price,” pairing a minimalist, street-lit visual with his boundary-pushing sound. The track hints at a larger project arriving before year’s end.

Michael Ward drops “No Regrets,” a snarling country-rock/blues cut about facing the past head-on, out Aug 29. It tees up a national tour featuring Ryan Daunt and Adam Springhetti.

Benjamino returns Aug 29 with “Own Two Feet,” a feel-good alt-R&B single about stepping away from toxicity, previewing the debut album Cucino out Nov 21.

Brisbane trio The Inadequates unveil their debut album Haven’t You Heard?—12 theatrical folk songs weaving mandolin, accordion, and layered harmonies. From hooky breakups to satirical stompers and tender reflections, the record stretches folk into bold, genre-blurring territory. The band supports the release with a September tour across Australia.

Kojey Radical returns with “Expensive” ft Planet Giza—an ultra-sleek Swindle production that marries danceable groove with lines like “No price on life and time.” The 16-track album Don’t Look Down arrives Sept 19, with the full tracklist revealed on a Shoreditch mural this Friday at 5 PM.

Twinnie’s “Giddy Up” video turns heartbreak into a hoedown—shot in Joshua Tree with saloon swagger and directed by Joey Schrader. With 275K+ streams and TikTok dances, the breakup-meets-dancefloor single fuels her bold country-pop era.

Mike Clark Jr. releases ‘Keep On Steppin: Bigger Stepper Edition,’ a deluxe set featuring Boosie, Big Boogie, and 803Fresh. The focus track, “Keep On Steppin” (ft. Big Boogie), refreshes his breakout hit as the Prince of Southern soul readies high-energy fall shows including One Music Fest.

Lézard unleash ‘Rock & Roll (Don’t Let the Rock Roll U),’ a contagiously electronic disco-punk cut with punchy drums, electrifying synths, and dual vocals from Neil and Myrthe. Following a breakout run at major EU festivals, their debut album arrives February 2026 with a release tour across Paris, Hamburg, Brussels, and Amsterdam.

Jessica Kaela unveils “Trust Issues,” a summer-pop single about the push-and-pull of a past relationship. The release tees up BMI Lounge NYC shows as she launches a new era.

Perth artist Jess Cullity drops “Shadow Love” on Aug 22—a vulnerable indie-pop cut that opens on a voicemail, swells from plucked guitar to strings, and faces the moment a relationship’s illusion fades.

To mark 60 years of the classic, Little Anthony and Brooke Moriber reimagine “Hurt So Bad” as a lush soul-meets-country duet produced by Fred Mollin—out now.

International country-pop artist Twinnie partnered with Musicians On Call to perform at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt’s Seacrest Studios, with the set broadcast across 12 pediatric hospitals. She connected with patients through songs, a Q&A, and meet-and-greet, while continuing momentum around new single “Giddy Up.”

Nell Mescal announces her new EP The Closest We’ll Get (Oct 24 via Atlantic) and shares the title track and video, plus her biggest UK/IE headline tour for Nov–Dec.

kingfishr’s debut album Halcyon is out now, featuring focus track “21” alongside fan favorites “Killeagh,” “Eyes Don’t Lie,” “Caroline,” and “Shot In The Dark.” The trio’s breakout year continues with North American, UK, and EU headline dates and two massive nights at Dublin’s 3Arena, plus 2026 Irish shows for 50,000+ fans.

Leonid & Friends launch their Fall 2025 “2025 or 6 to 4” Tour with a Boston cruise, play 20+ states plus Hawaii, and unveil a first wave of 2026 U.S. dates.

Ava Max launches her bold new era with Don’t Click Play, her most fearless album yet. The set features singles “Wet, Hot American Dream,” “Lovin Myself,” and “Lost Your Faith,” with videos out now and more to come via Atlantic Records.

kenzie drops “tan lines,” a breezy, sun-soaked pop cut about a fleeting summer fling. Co-written with Ross Golan and produced with Lenii, it follows her 2024 album biting my tongue.

Matt Maeson drops “Halfway to Whole,” a candid preview of A Quiet And Harmless Living, out Sept 12. He supports it with a 42-date NA + EU/UK tour starting Sept 26.

Isabel Rumble returns with “Better Half of Me,” a tender, dusky reflection on love’s quiet departure and the courage to move on. The single previews her album Hold Everything Lightly (Oct 24) and precedes an Australian tour.

Nashville’s Sam Varga drops “Queen of the Ashes,” a brooding, guitar-forward anthem about a woman burning down her world for revenge. Written with Caroline Romano and Spencer Jordan and produced by Dan Swank, it deepens Varga’s alt-country edge while keeping his raw, confessional fire.

Lucinda Poy returns with “Liar,” a synth-kissed indie-pop confessional about broken trust, out Aug 22. She’ll launch it live Sept 25 at Lyric’s Underground in Perth.

Meg Elsier releases spittake dress rehearsal, a four-song live performance film that blends concert energy with theatrical staging—fully live, tightly choreographed, and set as a “rehearsal.” Co-created with Jacqueline Justice, it arrives alongside the spittake (deluxe) era’s expanded worlds.

Abbey Lane returns with “Bigger Man” on Aug 20—an indie-rock ballad sewn from past ideas into a cathartic, hook-driven anthem. She also announces her EP Lessons Learnt, arriving Sept 25.

Ukrainian superstar Artem Pivovarov announces a fall 2025 North American tour, including an Orchestra LIVE night at Brooklyn Steel and major US/Canada stops. Tickets available now.

Tropics (Chris Ward) unveils “Cold Euphoria,” the fifth single from his album Reality Fever, out September 3 via Modern Entity. Self-written and produced in LA, the track blends indie, post-punk, and electronica, channeling “chilled out” glow with “throbbing underlying angst.”

Avery Lynch announces Glad We Met, a 9-track EP out September 5 via RECORDS. Built on lush piano and intimate vocals, it spans heartbreak, healing, and new love—and marks her first project as a co-producer. It includes “Rain,” “the boys who don’t know what they want,” “think about it,” “Dead to Me,” “Lasting Effects,” “Sweetheart,” and new tracks.

PSYCHIC FEVER release the 3DCG-driven “Reflection” video, the lead track from PSYCHIC FILE III, blending 90s–00s R&B with a DrillnB edge. Directed by YERD, it spotlights themes of self-discovery and evolution and follows their viral run and first U.S. tour.

Award-winning singer-songwriter Trey Calloway unleashes “Must Have Had A Good Time,” a high-energy, twang-laced Friday-night blur penned by Anthony Smith, Frank Myers, and Chris Young. Premiered by Nashville.com, the track blends modern hooks and rock edge with classic country spirit—another crowd-ready anthem from a rising live force.

StarVista Music has released Don McLean’s 1991 Live in Manchester concert to all major streaming platforms and YouTube for the first time. Recorded at the Free Trade Hall, the set includes “American Pie,” “Vincent,” “Crying,” and more; Cowboys & Indians premieres the opening cover of Buddy Holly’s “Everyday.”

Eva Gutowski—under her alias Marisol—releases the self-produced EDM single “gimme some time,” a lush escape previewing her debut album OUCH due this fall. It follows April’s “MONEY” and her TIME100 Creators recognition.

Texas sibling duo Juna N Joey release “Sip It Slow,” a modern-country summer cut about savoring new love. Premiered on WSM’s Coffee, Country & Cody and digitally by RFD-TV, the track spotlights their signature sibling harmonies and storytelling.

Claire Rosinkranz unveils “Dancer,” a tender, hooky new single about a love that “feels like dancing,” out now via 10K Projects/Atlantic. The release arrives with a dreamy visualizer starring Max Norman and follows fan-favorites “Lucy” and “Jayden”; Rosinkranz joins Maroon 5’s Love Is Like 2025 US Fall Tour this October.

Bizz Bigsby pivots playful with “Thirty Minutes,” a witty soul-kissed cautionary tale written by Phil Hughley. The track previews his Urban Americana LP due Sept 19, 2025.

Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter Sam Barber teams with GRAMMY®-nominated Chance Peña on the new single “Better Than The Floor,” featured on the extended edition of Barber’s Music for the Soul EP. Co-written by Barber and produced by Ryan Hewitt and Joe Becker, the release arrives amid a largely sold-out North American headline tour running through December.

Atlantic Records drops the JUST IN TIME (Original Broadway Cast Recording), the companion to Broadway’s sold-out hit starring Tony winner Jonathan Groff as Bobby Darin. Produced by Tom Kirdahy and Bill Sherman, the album features showstoppers like “Splish Splash” and “This Could Be the Start of Something Big/Just In Time.” Stream it now across platforms; physical editions, including an exclusive blue vinyl, arrive November 21.

Cardi B releases “Imaginary Playerz,” the second taste of her sophomore album Am I The Drama, out September 19. Produced by DJ SwanQo, Sean Island, and OctaneThisThatGas, the track arrives with a video co-directed by Cardi and Patience Foster. She’ll host an Apple Music Radio takeover today at 1pm PT; limited-edition vinyl, CD, and merch box sets are available now.

Ana Luna returns with “Can We Pretend We Just Met at a Bar?,” a dreamy, slow-burn confessional that pairs cinematic production with raw honesty—teasing her forthcoming debut album.

Melanie Martinez celebrates the 10th anniversary of Cry Baby with a limited 3LP Deluxe set featuring a 2025 repress of the Dollhouse EP, plus a new merch drop. Her relaunched Cry Baby Perfume Milk sold out in 8 hours; pre-orders for the vinyl are live now via Atlantic Records.

JAELYN fires off “Forester’s Calling (Time To Go),” a crushing metalcore/alt-metal anthem about reaching the breaking point and pushing back. It’s a raw, rallying preview of the forthcoming album The Star Of Freyied.

The Inadequates release “Genevieve” on Aug 14—a bold, bittersweet folk-pop single previewing debut album Haven’t You Heard? (Aug 28). Select Australian dates follow in Sept–Oct.

Joan & the Giants release The Five Stages of Grief on Aug 14—a six-song chronicle of a breakup from denial to acceptance. The band supports The Fray’s sold-out anniversary dates and headlines shows across Australia.

Seb Wildblood previews his next chapter with “Insomniac Crossing” (feat. Eli Dayo), a dawn-hued, dream-pop drift arriving August 14. The track leads into Waterworld, his most introspective, songwriter-leaning LP yet, out October 19 via all my thoughts, blending lo-fi textures, tender melodies, and newfound vulnerability.

Australian pop artist Chloe Styler shares “Push & Pull” on Aug 15, a bright, hook-filled step beyond her country roots. She’ll debut it live at BIGSOUND 2025.

Rising Texas duo Della Rose release “Wasting Mine,” a heartfelt, high-energy country single paired with a cinematic video shot in Valley View, TX. Fresh off a Texas Country Music Association Band of the Year nomination.

Nashville Tour Stop marks its 1,000th show with two back-to-back events: an intimate Aug 28 showcase at The Listening Room Cafe and a free Aug 29 marathon at Bassline Brewery featuring 50+ performers and special guests.

T.G. Sheppard honors 45 years of “Do You Wanna Go to Heaven” and adds more stops to his 50th Anniversary Tour, with U.S. dates booked through 2026.

The Purple Helmets’ Weirdo Squad fuses indie, alt, and Brit rock into a bold, hook-heavy statement on individuality—groove-driven, guitar-rich, and built for repeat plays.

Cameron Whitcomb’s new single “Fragile” tackles toxic toughness while previewing his debut album The Hard Way, arriving Sept 26 via Atlantic Records.

JVNA’s new single “Aphrodite” pairs shimmering electro-pop with Greek-myth imagery to explore star-crossed love and feminine power, introducing the next chapter before more releases this year.

British country-pop firebrand Twinnie returns with “Giddy Up,” a flirty, boot-stomping track that flips heartbreak into fearless fun and cements her rising global buzz.

Belgium’s Ão return with “Talvez,” a wistful, genre-blurring single that mixes saudade-soaked vocals with Latin-tinged electronica, previewing their sophomore album due early 2026.

Maddison Kate’s debut EP What I’d Say To You offers four intimate indie-folk tracks exploring unsaid emotions and personal growth.

GLVES’s new single “Honesty” fuses drum-and-bass rhythms and raw vocals to confront toxic ties ahead of her debut EP.

Lloyd & The Leftovers release debut album Spin The Wheel, an 11-track indie-folk-Americana narrative exploring emotional highs and lows.

San Diego indie-pop trio almost monday release “enjoy the ride,” an upbeat new single out August 8 via Hollywood Records. The song blends shimmering synths and punchy bass, debuted live at Outside Lands, and leads into their fall U.S. tour supporting The Band CAMINO, kicking off October 10 in Atlanta.

Neal McCoy, John Berry, Bryan White and other country legends gathered to bowl at the White House’s Truman Bowling Alley for the first Country Music Bowling Night.

Mindistry’s Bloodline EP forges a brutal concept journey through centuries of warfare in five tracks. Anchored by crushing riffs, mechanical grooves, and war-cry vocals, it’s an immersive metal saga that hails the defiant spirit of warriors across time.

Ed Sheeran’s new single “A Little More,” co-written with DAVE, Blake Slatkin, Cirkut, and Johnny McDaid, blends witty lyrics with blues-tinged instrumentation. The Emil Nava–directed video reunites Rupert Grint and Nathalie Emmanuel in a playful narrative, setting the stage for his forthcoming album Play, arriving September 12.

Laura-Mary Carter’s ‘June Gloom,’ featuring IDLES’ Lee Kiernan, explores melancholy indie and Americana ahead of her Bye Bye Jackie debut.

Loud George’s new single “Wash” merges 90s grunge distortion with modern alt-rock edge and raw vocal delivery. Driven by the refrain “This feeling washes over me,” the track explores emotional fatigue and existential despair through heavy, fuzz-drenched guitars and introspective lyrics. A haunting rallying cry, “Wash” compels listeners to confront the darkness they try to outrun.

T. Graham Brown’s LIVE WIRE debuts Tanya Tucker interview and rare live cuts from country icons on SiriusXM Prime Country this August.

The Surf Ballroom & Museum opens Not Fade Away this September, honoring Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper with an immersive digital and artifact-driven exhibit in its new Music Enrichment Center.

In The Pines unveil “Sunbeam Dream,” the hypnotic second single from their self-produced LP Sunbeam Dream. Recorded in their Dayton-based studio using salvaged vintage gear, the track layers fuzz-drenched guitars and resuscitated Mellotron to craft a rich, dreamlike psych-rock sound.

Blase’s new single “Finding Myself in You” previews his LP Somewhere Out There with lush indie pop and vintage synth textures. Recorded in his self-built studio and inspired by a cross-country journey, the song explores love as a mirror that reveals new depths and renewal. It’s a warm, immersive track that balances quiet vulnerability with uplifting energy.

NewDad’s “Pretty,” out August 8, is a wistful alt-rock ode to Galway and homesickness. Gentle guitars and Julie Dawson’s hushed vocals capture the yearning for home ahead of their September 19 album Altar.

Suppressed Intentions’ new single “Framework” fuses urgent indie rock riffs and alt-pop hooks to challenge manipulation and inspire listeners to break free.

Jeannie Seely, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and trailblazing Grand Ole Opry host, died at 85, leaving a powerful legacy.

AViVA’s new single “Sinister” fuses cyberpunk alt-pop rock with themes of self-protection ahead of Reading and Leeds Festival performances.

Sophie Powers collaborates with K-Pop group ILLIT on a vibrant reimagining of “jellyous,” blending edgy vocals with dance-floor energy.

Jacquie Roar’s “Til the Gas Runs Out” is a high-octane country-rock anthem of grit, fire, and fearless storytelling.

Haute & Freddy release new single ‘Sophie’ with a haunting visualizer by Silken Weinberg ahead of major festival sets.

Caryn Dixon’s “Bird in a Cage” is a powerful country-rock anthem about breaking free and reclaiming one’s voice.

Los Angeles alt-rock band i’s new single “Parade” fuses grunge grit and dark romance into a twisted love theme.

Yaelokre’s new single “To douse a scalded tongue” launches their mythic Meadowlark saga with poetic folk-pop storytelling.

13-year-old Josie Sal’s “Redneck Weekend” captures small-town weekends’ carefree spirit in a feel-good country anthem.

Sam Barber’s EP Music for the Soul features “Home Tonight” and “Man of the Year” just as his North American headline tour resumes in August.

Kevian Kraemer drops infectious single “Tan Lines,” capturing the thrill of new love ahead of his Jersey or Mars Tour finale.

Daniel Seavey expands his debut solo album Second Wind with new single Blame It On You, as his tour resumes.

Robby Johnson’s new single “You Pick The Flowers” is a tender country ballad about second chances and unspoken vows.

Eighty Ninety’s “Hollywood Dream” blends cinematic indie-pop with pulsing guitars to explore love’s fine line between fantasy and reality.

Blusher unveil their euphoric EP RACER and announce an October US tour filled with inescapable synth-pop anthems.

Charlotte Sands’ “neckdeep” fuses hyperpop hooks and alt-rock aggression into a cathartic anthem for relationship angst.

Chris Daniel and Austin Mahone deliver ‘It’s Summer,’ a laid-back pop anthem celebrating seasonal vibes across all streaming platforms.

Chris Daniel y Austin Mahone presentan ‘It’s Summer’, un himno pop veraniego relajado disponible hoy en todas las plataformas.

Cedarsmoke releases ‘Picasso Blue’ on August 1, previewing their third album Under The Rainbow, out October 31.

Moonsea’s ‘Power Cut’ single, out August 1, is a nostalgic electronic-pop ballad with angelic vocals and intimate, flickering visuals.

Scarlet Tantrum’s “Mannequin” channels burnout into an alt-rock/indie-pop catharsis with gritty riffs and soaring vocals.

lullaboy is first Singapore artist at Summer Sonic Bangkok and releases single “i don’t like u (but i love u)”.

Kehlani releases “(un)Folded,” an emotive, stripped-back version of “Folded,” with a raw, intimate video debuting today.

Adult Leisure preview their debut album with “The Rules,” a vibrant alt-indie single released July 25.

SeverTheBond’s “Remember For Me” blends crushing metalcore, J-rock elements, and sci-fi storytelling in a Mars rebellion anthem.

Young Jonn has officially premiered the music video for his hit single “Che Che,” featuring Afrobeats star Asake. The Afro‑urban runway‑inspired video spotlights models embodying soft‑life swagger and style. Following a teaser that amassed over 6 million Instagram views, this visual release paves the way for Young Jonn’s debut album Blue Disco, due this September.

Kinzoogianna releases “Queendom of Sound (I Love Music)” July 29, previewing her second album The Clique of ’86 out September 12.

Barcelona duo CIUTAT return to their club roots with the nostalgic Fidget Spinner EP featuring Ed Banger’s MYD collaboration.

Hard to Explain’s “Lust” fuses nu metal, alt rock, and grunge into a raw anthem confronting burnout and obsession.

JAELYN’s acoustic reimagining of “Forester’s Plight” strips back production to spotlight raw emotion and quiet resilience.

Ian Flanigan releases Earth and Airwaves, an ambient instrumental EP blending soothing guitar melodies and natural sounds inspired by his first year as a new father to twin daughters.

Nell Mescal returns with her new single “Carried Away,” produced by Philip Weinrobe during recent Brooklyn sessions and marking her debut on Atlantic Records. The tender indie‑folk track reflects on a faltering relationship and is released today with an official music video, following a sold‑out run of intimate acoustic shows