Two brothers and their best friend looking to rock the world. Like most kids with dreams of fame and fortune, all they really wanted to do was jam. They tried everything they could think of to get into the music business. This passion to play and sing, and share their songs, found them playing out anywhere someone with a building and electricity would let them… school dances, a garage, backyard parties, weddings, and more.
Best Female Artist recipient in the International Acoustic Music Awards (2026), Rambler Arts Retreat Recipient (2026), Doe Bay Resort & Retreat Artist Resident recipient, (2020, 2021, 2024, 2025), Sonic Guild Artist Grant recipient (2023), 2019 Jack Straw Cultural Center recording grant recipient, and 2018 Allied Arts Listen Up!
Shinedown have officially unveiled details of their next studio effort, EI8HT, set for release on May 29 through Atlantic Records. The 18-track collection follows 2022’s Planet Zero and features previously issued songs including “Dance, Kid, Dance,” “Three Six Five,” “Killing Fields,” and “Searchlight.” Alongside the album announcement, the band released their new single, “Safe And Sound;” take a listen – HERE.
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British rock artist Courtney Hadwin has unveiled the music video for “Die And Stay Pretty,” a standout track from her recently released debut album Little Miss Jagged. Known for her distinctive vocals and unfiltered emotion, Hadwin, combined with Polly Towers, brings a sense of fragility, self-destruction, and beauty through this striking new visual. Watch the official music video for “Die And Stay Pretty” now on YouTube.
When Gianluca Zanna left Italy for America in 1998, he had no contacts in the music business, no major label backing, and no clear path to breaking into one of the world’s most insular industries. Today, his independent music label Zanna Records has racked up over 18 million YouTube views in the last few months and placed songs alongside Taylor Swift on radio playlists across a thousand stations with Top Hits USA.
Natalie Del Carmen, one of Americana’s burgeoning stars, has released her long-anticipated sophomore album, Pastures. The roots-driven record blends tender, earnest storytelling with classic folk instrumentation such as organ, fiddle, and the subtle strum of an acoustic guitar to create a quintessential entry into her career, solidifying her impact on the modern Americana can
Luke Bryan has announced the 2026 ‘Word On The Street Tour’ featuring support from Drew Baldridge, Karley Scott Collins, Lanie Gardner, Randall King, Zach John King, Shane Profitt, Raelynn, Lauren Watkins, Jake Worthington, and DJ Rock on select dates.
Bryan posted on his socials: “Word on the street is that we’re going on tour y’all! Can’t wait to be back on the road with some very special guests.
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Additional Artist/Song Information:
Artist Name: Kelly Lausen
Song Title: Secrets Of The River
Publishing: Kelly Lausen
Publishing Affiliation: KODA
Publishing 2: Victor Newman
Publishing Affiliation 2: BMI
Album Title: Secrets Of The River
Record Label: Blue Bridge Entertainment
Born in Denmark, Kelly Lausen (male) is a musician whose life has been deeply intertwined with music from an early age.
Chiral, Cursings new EP, marks a defining moment for the band. The rising alt-rock group is known for their atmospheric edge and lyricism, and ability to blend heaviness and vulnerability. Their new record is the result of a deliberate, patient, creative process, a process that has pushed the band’s instrumentation, songwriting, and sense of identity into a new era.
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Rosemarie has been captivating audiences since the age of four, showcasing her talents in singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Splitting her time between California and Nashville, her passion for performing has fueled a vibrant and ever-evolving career in country music. With deep ties to Music City, Rosemarie has worked with renowned producer Rick Durrett and continues to collaborate with some of the best musicians in the industry.
