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X Ambassadors Release “VHS(X)” Announcement And Celebrate 10 Years Of ‘VHS’ With Hometown Shows

In honor of the 10th anniversary of VHS, alt-rock group X Ambassadors are thrilled to announce back to back hometown shows in Ithaca this fall. Taking place September 19th and 20th at State Theatre, these shows will be a celebration of the band’s critically acclaimed debut album. VIP ticket packages are available this week through artist presale. General on-sale begins this Friday, May 9th. Stay tuned for more dates to be announced soon.

Additionally X Ambassadors has announced that they will be releasing a reimagined version of the VHS this summer. VHS(X) sees the band reworking hit songs like “Unsteady” and break-out single “Renegades”, showcasing a decade of growth and evolution.

Front man Sam Nelson Harris shares: “It’s a rare thing to be in a band that’s been together as long as we have. We’ve been together for almost 20 years. This album was made, conceived, and released 10 years ago but we had already been hustling for almost a decade prior to that. When the door finally was opened for us with ‘Renegades’ it was a scramble to finish an album and get it out. VHS was mostly made on the road– in the back of our van, backstage in green rooms, bathrooms, hotel rooms, wherever we could steal a moment. It was chaotic, it was piece-meal. To be honest, we couldn’t appreciate a single moment of it because it was all moving so fast. So it’s been such a blessing to be able to revisit it and celebrate these songs and the people we were when we made them.”

Davido Releases “Be There Still” Video As New Album ‘5IVE’ Dominates Global Charts

4x Grammy-nominated afrobeats icon Davido releases the official music video for “Be There Still.” Packed with high energy, feel-good vibes and uplifting vocals, the track is a joyful celebration of love, life, and loyalty. Directed by Dammy Twitch, the video follows the arrival of Davido’s highly anticipated fifth studio album 5IVE.

5IVE achieved a remarkable debut, amassing over 12 million streams on its first day, underscoring its immediate resonance with fans and marking a significant milestone in the global reach of Afrobeats. The album debuted at No. 2 in the World Album Charts as well as dominated the U.S. Afrobeats Charts with 16 songs landing in the top 50.

Davido recently announced his headline North American tour 5IVE Alive just days after releasing the music video for album highlight “Offa Me” featuring Victoria Monet. The 12-city arena tour kicks off July 11 in Los Angeles, CA at the Kia Forum, with a special additional date in November at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena. Artist Presale begins Wednesday, April 30th, at 10am local time, with all tickets going on sale to the public Friday, May 2nd, at 10am local time. Sign up for early access to presale tickets here.

5IVE is a culturally fluid album that explores a range of sounds, from high-energy Afrobeats to smooth R&B, Reggaeton, and Dancehall. Davido continues to push creative boundaries, tapping into his global appeal while staying true to his African roots. The album boasts an impressive lineup of collaborators, including Musa Keys, Becky G, Omah Lay, Odumodublvck, Shenseea, Tayc, Dadju, YG Marley, and more. The 17-track project is an electrifying fusion of sounds, featuring some of the biggest names in music and culture, cementing Davido’s reputation as one of the most influential and multi-faceted artists of his generation.

With 5IVE, Davido proves once again why he’s called “The King of Afrobeats” – blending cultures, breaking barriers, and bringing people together through music. The release of “Offa Me” and its stunning visual is yet another reminder of his status as a true global icon.

Upcoming Live Dates:
7/11 – Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum
7/12 – San Francisco, CA @ The Warfield
7/16 – Dallas, TX @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
7/17 – Houston, TX @ Toyota Center
7/19 – Denver, CO @ The Ogden Theatre
7/25 – Minneapolis, MN @ Armory
7/26 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena
7/27 – Laval, QC @ Place Bell
7/31 – Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center
8/1 – Boston, MA @ Agganis Arena
8/2 – Philadelphia, PA @ Liacouras Center
8/5 – Columbia, MD @ Merriweather Post Pavillion
11/20 – Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena

Royel Otis Release “Moody” And Announce ‘Meet Me In The Car Tour’ Including Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, And More

Songwriting duo and revered live performers, Royel Otis, have announced a new tour. The “meet me in the car tour” will see the guys play venues and select music festivals across North America including Governors Ball Music Festival (New York, NY), Bonnaroo (Manchester, TN) Lollapalooza (Chicago, IL) and Outside Lands (San Francisco, CA) and more.

The tour announcement comes on the heels of the pair’s special sold-out shows at famed Los Angeles venue The Troubadour. Having had a legendary run last year, selling out their PRATTS & PAIN and Glory to Glory headlining shows (equating to over 100,000 tickets worldwide), Royel Otis will celebrate their impressive run at the show while also sharing a glimpse of what fans will experience on the upcoming tour. The shows also precede the release of their newest single, “moody” out this Friday.

Upcoming Royel Otis Live Shows – including “meet me in the car tour” dates:
5/5/25 Los Angeles, CA @ The Troubadour (sold out)
5/6/25 Los Angeles, CA @ The Troubadour (sold out)
6/8/25 New York, NY @ The Governors Ball Music Festival
6/15/25 Manchester, TN @ Bonnaroo
6/21/25 Lisbon, Portugal @ Meo Kalorma
6/27/25 St.Gallen, Switzerland @ Sittertobel, St. Gallen
6/29/25 Pilton, UK @ Glastonbury Festival
7/3/25 Barcelona, Spain @ Vida Festival
7/6/25 Belfort, France @ Eurockeennes
7/7/25 Montreux, Switzerland @ Montreux Jazz Festival
7/10/25 Madrid, Spain @ Mad Cool Festival
7/13/25 Berlin, Germany @ Lollapalooza Berlin
7/27/25 Minamiuonuma, Niigata @ Fuji Rock
7/31/25 Chicago, IL @ Lollapalooza
8/1/25 St.Charles, IA @ Hinterland Music Festival
8/3/25 Montreal, QC @ Osheaga Festival
8/5/25 Seattle, WA @ Paramount Theatre *
8/6/25 Portland, OR @ PDX Live at Pioneer Courthouse Square *
8/9/25 San Francisco, CA @ Outside Lands
8/15/25 Hamburg, Germany @ MS Dockville
8/16/25 Biddinghuizen, NL @ Lowlands Festival
8/23/25 Reading, UK @ Reading Festival
8/24/25 Leeds, UK @ Leeds Festival
9/12/25 Philadelphia, PA @ Franklin Music Hall ^
9/14/25 Washington, DC @ The Anthem ^
9/15/25 Asbury Park, NJ @ Sea.Hear.Now Festival
9/16/25 Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz ^
9/19/25 Dallas, TX @ The Bomb Factory ^
9/20/25 Austin, TX @ Stubb’s ^
9/28/25 Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theatre ^
9/30/25 Denver, CO @ Mission Ballroom ^
10/2/25 St. Paul, MN @ Palace Theatre ^
10/3/25 Kansas City, MO @ Grinders KC ^
10/4/25 Chesterfield, MO @ The Factory ^
10/10/25 Boston, MA @ MGM Music Hall at Fenway ^
10/11/25 New York, NY @ The Rooftop at Pier 17 ^

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DAX Releases “Lonely Dirt Road” Remix Featuring Maverick City Music And Nick Day From Album ‘From A Man’s Perspective’

Platinum-certified Nigerian-Canadian rapper, singer, and songwriter DAX unveils an emotionally charged expanded remix of his standout track “Lonely Dirt Road”, featuring Grammy-winning collective Maverick City Music and rising artist Nick Day. Set for release May 6 via RECORDS/Columbia Records, this reimagined version builds on the original’s momentum with fresh spiritual depth and cross-genre collaboration set to make an impact.

Originally featured on DAX’s 2024 album From a Man’s Perspective, “Lonely Dirt Road” has emerged as a breakout favorite, surging across streaming platforms with strong growth week over week as fans continue to discover the impactful track. Co-written by DAX and Lex Nour, the song presents a powerful reflection on pain, faith, and personal transformation.

Over gentle piano, ambient guitar, and pulsing rhythm, DAX sings: “I bring my hatred, I pack my pain. All the emotions I cannot explain. It’s where I found God and filled that hole. It’s he, myself and I on that lonely dirt road.”

The remix deepens that emotional core, with Maverick City Music adding lush gospel harmonies and Nick Day lending a heartfelt vocal performance. The result is a transcendent anthem that bridges hip-hop, gospel, and soul.

“This remix is bigger than music,” says DAX. “It’s about unity, faith, and healing. I’m honored to have Maverick City Music and Nick Day walk this road with me and help carry the message even further.”

Once again, he teams up with frequent collaborator and director Logan Meis for the accompanying cinematic music video for the remix.

Parcels Release “Yougotmefeeling” And Announce New Album ‘LOVED’ Out September 12

Parcels have announced their third studio album, LOVED, set for release on September 12th via Because Music. LOVED will consist of 12 tracks including recent singles “Safeandsound,” “Leaveyourlove” and new single “Yougotmefeeling” – performed by the band in a new live session.

LOVED promises to be an exuberant and euphoric collection of music, while also offering moments of reflection. The band describe it as an album of unity – with each other and with their listeners. Some of the new music has been previewed at their recent live shows, including at Coachella Festival last month. The album follows their previous studio LPs, the critically acclaimed 2021 release Day/Night, and the band’s breakthrough debut Parcels from 2018.

Of the record, Parcels say: “It’s very internal for all of us, so personal and so deep, which is sometimes quite uncomfortable. But I guess that’s what Parcels is – at least at the moment – all of us having that individual journey, then trying to make a space so we can funnel everybody’s experiences into the same world and express it as a celebration.”

The album’s journey began following a six-month hiatus in early 2023, the first time the band had rested since they formed in 2014 . When the quintet – comprised of guitarist Jules Crommelin, keyboardist Louie Swain, keyboardist/guitarist Patrick Hetherington, bassist Noah Hill, and drummer Anatole “Toto” Serret – reconvened, they brought individual compositions to life in studios across Berlin, Byron Bay, Sydney, Oaxaca, and Mexico City. This approach differed from their previous album, Day/Night, which was recorded in a single studio.

Full track listing for LOVED is as follows:
1. Tobeloved
2. Ifyoucall
3. Safeandsound
4. Sorry
5. Yougotmefeeling
6. Leaves
7. Everybodyelse
8. Summerinlove
9. Leaveyourlove
10. Thinkaboutit
11. Finallyover
12. Iwanttobeyourlightagain

joan Releases “So Nice” With EPEX And Announces Bloc Party Tour Dates Ahead Of New Project

Beloved alt-pop duo joan-Alan Benjamin Thomas and Steven Rutherford-are kicking off another exciting chapter in 2025 with two major announcements. Today, the band shares their feature on K-pop group EPEX’s new single “so nice,” out now alongside a vibrant official music video.

Written and produced by joan, the track showcases their distinct sonic style and introduces a fresh creative partnership. Additionally, joan will once again hit the road this spring, joining Bloc Party on select North American tour dates. The run kicks off May 30 at MGM Music Hall at Fenway and includes a highly anticipated stop at NYC’s Forest Hills Stadium for the “20 Years of Bloc Party: Silent Alarm & Greatest Hits” celebration.

“Last fall, we got tagged in a video of YEWANG from EPEX singing one of our songs. We had been on a huge K-pop kick around that time and literally had just listened to “UNIVERSE.” We connected with each other and ended up dreaming about writing a song for them, and “So Nice” came out of that. We wrote it specifically for them, and we were so honored when they said they wanted to record it for their project. When they asked us to feature on it, it was an immediate “YES”, and then when they asked us to fly that next week to shoot a music video together, it was an even more immediate yes. We’re so excited and honored to have written and produced this track, and cannot believe that the EPEX boys let us be on it as well. Hope you love it,” says joan.

This follows the duo’s spring headline run, “the close friends tour,” and a series of recent singles including “face,” “magic,” “eyes,” and “heartbodymindsoul,” building anticipation for their next full project. With over 200 million global streams and more than one million monthly listeners, joan continues to evolve their sound, all while staying rooted in the emotional honesty and sonic nostalgia that fans have come to love.

From debut EP portra to their full-length album superglue and their global touring history, including sold-out dates in Asia and support slots for COIN, The Aces, and MisterWives, joan are carving out a unique lane in the alternative pop scene.

TOUR DATES WITH BLOC PARTY:
May 30 Boston, MA MGM Music Hall at Fenway
May 31 Forest Hills, NY Forest Hills Stadium
June 2 Washington, DC The Anthem
June 4 Philadelphia, PA The Met
June 5 New Haven, CT College Street Music Hall
June 7 Detroit, MI Fox Theatre
June 8 Chicago, IL The Salt Shed – Outdoors

Austin City Limits Music Festival Releases 2025 Lineup Featuring Sabrina Carpenter, Hozier, Doja Cat, Luke Combs, And More

Austin City Limits Music Festival is thrilled to announce its 2025 all-star lineup featuring Sabrina Carpenter, Hozier, Doja Cat, Luke Combs, The Strokes, John Summit, Doechii, Feid, Cage the Elephant, and much, much more. The most anticipated lineup of the year also includes T-Pain, Empire of the Sun, Djo, Pierce the Veil (W2), Rilo Kiley (W2), Maren Morris (W1), Mk.gee, Zeds Dead, Sammy Virji, Polo & Pan, ROLE MODEL, and many more. The nine-stage, two weekend celebration of music and community will take place October 3-5 and October 10-13. 3-Day Tickets for both weekends went on sale today.

Every stage at Zilker Park offers a chance to find your next favorite band-or the chance to witness the rise of music’s future legends. For instance, Luke Combs made his ACL Fest debut on the BMI stage in 2017 and returns this year as a headliner. 2025’s lineup features an exciting list of must-see rising stars including Fujii Kaze (W2), ROLE MODEL, Gigi Perez, CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso (W2), Olivia Dean, Yoke Lore, flowerovlove, Royal & The Serpent, Amble, Good Neighbours, Celeste (W1), and many more.

Deep in the heart of Texas, the spirit of ACL Fest thrives each year through an exceptional lineup of homegrown talent. This year’s showcase of Texas natives features a diverse and dynamic mix, including Maren Morris (W1), Dylan Gossett, Tanner Usrey, Asleep at the Wheel (W1), INOHA (W1), Johnny Stimson (W2), SL Houser (W1), Geto Gala (W1), Farmer’s Wife (W2), Alex Amen (W2), Shallowater (W2), Aaron Page (W1), Huston-Tillotson University Jazz Collective (W2), and Disciples of Christ (W1) and many more.

3-Day GA, GA+, VIP, Platinum Tickets, Hotel + Festival Packages, and Group Hospitality passes for ACL Festival go on sale today at 12pm CT at aclfestival.com. Plans start at just $25 down — because unforgettable weekends shouldn’t break the bank. 1-Day Tickets? Coming soon. Kids 8 and under? Free with a ticketed adult. And yes, Austin Kiddie Limits is coming back — details later this summer!

And for those watching from home: Hulu is back as the Official Streaming Destination of ACL Festival. Weekend One (October 3–5), expect live sets, interviews, and surprises from the comfort of your couch. Full streaming lineup drops later this summer!

John K Releases “Honey” And Announces ‘SALT + LIGHT’ Tour Ahead Of Third Studio Album

John K announces the SALT + LIGHT Tour: Part 1. The 21 date North American run kicks off on July 31 in Seattle, WA at Barboza with stops across San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Toronto, New York City, Atlanta, and more, before wrapping on August 31st in John’s hometown of Orlando, FL at The Social.

Tickets for the tour will be available starting with an artist pre-sale on May 7 at 10 AM local time, while a Spotify pre-sale begins May 8 at 10 AM local time. Tickets will be on-sale to the public on Friday, May 9 at 10 AM local time.

The tour supports John K’s upcoming third studio album, due for release this year. The artist recently kicked the era off into high gear with the release of his recent single “Honey.” The acclaimed track boasts an effortless display of the artist’s versatility that showcases the best of his songwriting bonafides.

John’s steady foray back into action has invigorated his global audience, which was solidified by an inspiring run of success over the last few years. In just a few short years, John achieved an opening role on the international One Republic Tour, toured with Marc E Bassy, sold out a crowd of 15,000-plus in Korea (where he is now a beloved pop star), and racked up over 1.3 billion streams of his material. His 2019 break-out single “if we never met” went multi-platinum, and he released two albums over the course of 2020 and 2021. Most recently, John K began to tease this new era of his artistry with the 2024 single “LOST,” written before the birth of his second child.

Now, as he charges towards his anticipated third album, John reflects on the road to this point. “I’ve grown into becoming a father and a husband, and my music has truly grown with me,” he says. “The goal is still timeless, classic, and story-driven songwriting, but I write from my heart not only for myself-but for my wife and my growing family as well.”

SALT + LITE Tour: Part 1 Dates:
7/31/2025 – Seattle, WA Neumos – Barboza
8/1/2025 – Portland, OR – Polaris Hall
8/3/2025 – San Francisco, CA Brick & Mortar
8/5/2025 – Los Angeles, CA – Moroccan Lounge
8/6/2025 – San Diego, CA – House of Blues – San Diego – Voodoo Room
8/7/2025 – Phoenix, AZ Valley Bar – Music Hall
8/9/2025 –  Salt Lake City, UT – Kilby Court
8/10/2025 – Denver, CO – Larimer Lounge
8/13/2025 – Saint Louis, MO – Off Broadway Nightclub
8/14/2025 – Chicago, IL Beat Kitchen
8/16/2025 – Cleveland Heights, OH – Grog Shop
8/17/2025 – Columbus, OH – The Summit Music Hall
8/19/2025 – Toronto, ON Velvet Underground
8/21/2025 – New York, NY – The Mercury Lounge
8/22/2025 – Cambridge, MA – The Middle East – Sonia
8/23/2025 – Washington, DC – Songbyrd Music House
8/25/2025 – Madison, TN Eastside Bowl – The ’58
8/26/2025 – Atlanta, GA Center Stage – Vinyl
8/28/2025 – Dallas, TX – House of Blues Dallas – Cambridge Room
8/29/2025 – Houston, TX House of Blues Houston – Bronze Peacock Room
8/31/2025 – Orlando, FL The Social

Eddie Valero Releases “Zombies” Ahead Of Gritty New Album ‘Gangsta Blues’

Steeped in the traditions of his musical hometown, Memphis rapper Eddie Valero has been grinding his whole life for his opportunity to shine. Today, the rising rapper releases “Zombies,” a simmering new single. “Zombies” nods to the horrorcore that has long permeated Memphis’s rap underground, dripping with haunting keys and lifted by crisp hi-hats. Eddie slides into the pocket with ease, weaving drawly syllables between sampled ad-libs and establishing himself as his city’s supreme hustler, with diamonds that dance like TikToks and candy-colored Forgiatos.

“Zombies” is the first glimpse of Gangsta Blues, Eddie Valero’s next project. A high-octane pack of 11 tracks, the project harkens back to all eras of Memphis music, from the country-fried underground rap of the 90s, to the hustle-hard anthems of recent years, reaching all the way back to the blues that made Beale Street famous. Eddie Valero positions himself as an heir to that formidable musical tradition, using his lyrics to process his trauma and tout his many triumphs, using his virtuosity as a weapon in the same way that Memphis bluesmen like B.B. King once did. Featuring guest appearances from kindred spirit Starlito and Memphis legend 8Ball (of 8Ball & MJG), and production from heavy-hitters like BandPlay, Gangsta Blues arrives on May 23rd via ONErpm.

Born and raised in Memphis, Eddie Valero has built a large audience in his city and beyond the hard way, never compromising his style and eschewing high-profile co-signs on his route to local legend status. Growing up in awe of his city’s OGs, Eddie worked hard at his craft, using his expert beat selection and gritty storytelling to grow his following to over 60k YouTube subscribers. Always confident fans would find him, he started his signature mixtape series, Until They Feel Me, in 2021, releasing 4 installments in all, featuring local hits like “Lero BandPlay” (1.38 million Spotify streams) his hard-hitting collab with the PRE-signed producer. In 2023, he dropped “Flex N Go” with JpOnTheTrack, racking up over 2.5 million YouTube views in the process, and he followed in 2024 with the Undefeated mixtape. Most recently, Eddie shared Just For Y’all, a no frills street tape featuring the buzzing single “Money Locked In.” Later this month, Eddie Valero hits the road, opening for Don Trip & Starlito on their “Step Brothers 4 Life Tour.”

With Gangsta Blues on the way, Eddie Valero is ready to become Memphis’s next big thing. Stay tuned for more.

Baxter Dury Releases “Allbarone” Ahead Of Paul Epworth-Produced Ninth Studio Album

Baxter Dury is pleased to announce his ninth studio album Allbarone which will be released on Heavenly Recordings on September 12. The album was produced by Paul Epworth (Adele, Florence & The Machine), his first album he’s worked on in over five years.

It was Sunday June 28, 2024 and Baxter had just stepped off stage after a rapturously received set on The Park Stage at Glastonbury festival. After towelling himself down, a familiar figure approached him backstage. It was Paul Epworth, the lauded producer / songwriter whose creations have draped themselves across the airwaves of the 21st century more successfully than other Briton.

They agreed to meet back in Epworth’s North London Church Studios in late November, not long after Baxter had finished touring his last album. Their first day in the studio working on this new solo record was an eye-opener for Baxter, though, and not just because of the comfortable surroundings of The Church which has hosted the likes of Frank Ocean and Adele (“incredible place, all this glistening fruit and catered sushi, I felt like the bloke from Trading Places, stuffing it down my sleeves.”).

Together they dreamt up Allbarone’s nine-track tour-de-force, stripping everything away and building Baxter’s most melodically direct, futuristic collection in intense three-hour daily shifts throughout December and January.

Baxter on “Allbarone”: “This is the first track that Paul Epworth and I made and it quickly established why it was a good idea that we were working together. It’s a song about sitting in the rain outside an All Bar One contemplating why what just happened, happened in the way it did.”

“It’s kind of a character arc that goes through the whole thing, two personalities,” he explains. “It’s very critical of people, this album, whoever they are, maybe some bloke with a moustache and sockless loafers in Shoreditch or a fat old Chiswick gangster lording it up in a really comfortable middle class part of London”

“I don’t want to say it’s contemporary,” he summarizes. “Because I sound like a cunt using that word. But it does sound really contemporary. It doesn’t sound like a Harrods hamper band made it. It doesn’t sound like a band made it all. Which is what I wanted most of all. It’s just something that’s brand new for me. It’s quite exciting, really.”

Which in Baxter Dury-speak is as good as proclaiming “I’m top of the world!”

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