Author: Amanda Collins
Ryley Tate Wilson delivers pure emotional honesty on his new southern indie pop gem “Party Girl”. It’s a record that captures the feeling of being surrounded by joy, lights, and movement, yet completely disconnected inside. The production balances warm, folk-inspired textures with shimmering indie pop polish, giving the track a timeless sound that feels both intimate and expansive, with Ryley’s vocal performance being the centerpiece as it is soft yet powerful, carrying the weight of longing in every line. The storytelling hits especially hard, being in the middle of the crowd but unable to shake that pit in your stomach,…
Role: Social Media & Label AssistantGondwana RecordsGondwana RecordsLocation: Manchester / London Salary: DOEType: 4 days a weekClosing date: Monday 13th OctoberGondwana Records is looking for a Social Media & Label Assistant to join us, promoting our roster of artists and helping to maintain and develop our online presence. You should be an all-rounder with great copywriting skills, have an eye for detail and skills to create and together with the label manager commission engaging content for social media channels, mailing lists and websites. The successful candidate will be adept in all social media channels as well as relatable websites and outlets. They…
Yard Act have revealed that they are currently in the studio working on their third album with producer Justin Meldal-Johnsen. The Leeds band released their second record ‘Where’s My Utopia?’ in March 2024 and have been touring steadily in the time since, but now they have confirmed that they are working in Nave Studio in their hometown on their next LP. Posting on Instagram this week, they wrote: “Hello from @nave_studios, where we’re making the greatest third album any band has ever recorded, with our new pal @justinmeldaljohnsen.” They also made reference to BBC Radio 6 Music’s ‘T-Shirt Day’ celebration…
WELCOME TO THE CLUB is inviting you to their 29th Anniversary Party at NEXT, a cosmopolitan place in a fabulous arena. Located in NDSM-Kade 2, 1033 PG Amsterdam, NEXT welcomes ADE 2025 House music lovers from all over the world on Saturday, October 25th, from 18:00 to 02:00 to celebrate 29 years of DJ MAX’s award-winning WELCOME TO THE CLUB radio show and party series brand. Continuing promotion of talented artists throughout the years, WELCOME TO THE CLUB will gather a group of positive thinking artists from Italy, USA, Netherlands and beyond, blending renowned and highly experienced artists with talented…
German singer and songwriter REYAS shares his brand new single Touch, an upbeat and emotional electro-pop cut out now via PAPER PUG. The follow up to last month’s uptempo track You, Touch finds the talented artist telling the story of that moment when strangers turn into something more — when the first barrier falls and being in ‘touch’ suddenly becomes addictive. This relatable storytelling is flawlessly conveyed through REYAS’s stunning vocals which soar beautifully over the infectious rhythms, driving beats and expansive synths. Touch is a vibey pop track with dance and melancholic touches perfect for late-night drives or walks in…
The US government has sued Live Nation over allegations that the live giant’s ticketing business Ticketmaster “deceives artists and consumers” by working with ticket touts who use illegal tactics to access tickets. This is despite the company concurrently claiming to be leading the fight against people who use such tactics. As a result, says the government, US consumers have lost out to the tune of billions of dollars. As part of the legal proceedings, the Federal Trade Commission says it will seek civil penalties against Ticketmaster “and any additional monetary relief that the court finds appropriate”. Should the courts agree with…
Trey Songz has reached a confidential settlement to end a lawsuit claiming he sexually assaulted a woman at a Miami nightclub on New Year’s Eve in 2018. The R&B singer (Tremaine Neverson) was facing assault and battery claims from Jauhara Jeffries, who alleges Songz non-consensually penetrated her with his fingers while they were dancing at E11even Miami in the early hours of Jan. 1, 2018. Songz denied ever assaulting Jeffries. Related The pair had been gearing up to go to trial next month alongside E11even Miami, which was accused in Jeffries’ lawsuit of negligently serving alcohol to Songz despite his…
Trust LE SSERAFIM to crank the heat. The South Korean girl group strutted their stuff on the America’s Got Talent stage Wednesday night (Sept. 10), for a two-song showcase. The pop outfit took a pause from the US leg of their EASY CRAZY HOT world tour for a breezy, three-minute medley of “HOT” (English version) and “ANTIFRAGILE.” Afterwards, bandmate Huh Yunjin took the mic to share some advice for the AGT hopefuls. “Whatever the outcome, it’s all a part of you,” she remarked. “So what matters is the passion that brought you here. I hope that that stays with you forever.…
Jaidyn Hurst brings a refreshing wave of feel-good energy on her new indie pop single “Love Me Like I Need.” This record shines with it’s bright melodies and a heartfelt performance that instantly pulls you in. The production blends crisp guitar tones, bouncy percussion, and an infectious groove that perfectly supports Jaidyn’s warm vocals. What really makes this song special is the emotion she pours into every word as she balances vulnerability with uplifting optimism. It’s the kind of record that feels as good as it sounds to make a song for those moments when you just need a reminder…
Finally! Spotify is adding lossless audio to its premium service, higher quality audio being “one of the most anticipated features” according to an official statement. Which is true, it has been highly anticipated. But only because Spotify has been promising higher quality audio for at least 300 years. So long has it been promising this feature, in fact, even Spotify subtly acknowledges how long the wait has been in that official statement, by italicising the word ‘finally’ when declaring that “finally, lossless audio has started rolling out to premium listeners in select markets”. Of course, Spotify has been promising this feature for…