Los Angeles band Hysteria, the undertaking of bandleader Dakota Cosgrove, is happy to share their new single, “Angela,” obtainable all over the place now. A demanding melody cuts by guitars that each twinkle and scrape, inching in direction of collapse—discovering reprieve in large and highly effective choruses with drums that kick the listener round like a bloody sport of soccer. Immediately’s launch sees the group charging forth with matter-of-fact musings and uncooked tones, becoming tender honesty into areas between raucous riffs. Choosing up proper the place they left off, embracing their love of early-aughts pop rock with their very own trendy twist. The tune was produced by Photographic Reminiscence, who contributes to bands like Wisp, Jane Remover and extra.
“Each second is each an ascension and a decline, leaving you face down on the bottom,” Dakota explains. “Angela is the yr of your life you need to erase, a determined cry to be cherished, that sick want to be damaged and put again collectively. Angela is the lady who you let destroy you.”
2070, Los Angeles’ hardest working band, is happy to share Huge Blue, their Hazard Collective Data debut, obtainable all over the place now. The fourteen-track report appears like a sluggish exhale—an album that trades muddled guitars for sonic readability with out dropping the band’s emotional weight. Huge Blue drifts inward, letting acoustic heat, hazy synths, and tender rhythms carry its most weak moments. Affected person and immersive, each sound lingers like a reminiscence, main listeners into the world of 2070.
Los Angeles by way of Dallas, TX indie artwork rock five-piece About You shares textural, wealthy debut album The Lighthouse, The Storm out now.
The Lighthouse, The Storm, produced by Jeff Saenz, was born from demos relationship again to 2019. About midway by recording at Saenz’s Dallas studio Fashionable Electrical in 2021, Saenz suffered a near-fatal accident that led to the amputation of each his palms. Between FaceTime calls and surgical procedures, the pair continued to create with deep gratitude and a newfound love for one another and life.
On the album, bandleader Max Poscente shares, “In a manner, there’s the music we recorded earlier than and after the accident — and to me, they every have their very own distinct feeling. Whereas some songs have been diversifications of tales individuals despatched in (which is a part of why we’re referred to as About You), each tune additionally handled deeply private materials. Filled with vulnerability and longing, this album turned a restoration vessel for each Jeff and me. Over the following 5 years, we poured our hearts and souls into it.”
The album boasts an achieved record of musicians together with Ian Chang (drums – Son Lux and Moses Sumney), Scott Lee (bass – Texas Gents, Ryan Bingham), Jason Burt (keys, drums programming – Leon Bridges, producer extraordinaire), McKenzie Smith (drums – St. Vincent, Midlake), Scott Tixier (string composer – Stevie Marvel, Elton John, Adele, Hans Zimmer, Beyoncé, Jon Batiste), and Bradley Barteau (Snooper).
Written when Poscente was simply 21 and residing in Boston, “Sunny” was born out of lengthy winters and suicidal ideation. It sees the musician discover hope because it blends uncooked intimacy, the textural pulse of journey hop, and flashes of hyperpop emotion. Its glitchy drum textures and swelling synths cradle Poscente’s voice because it reaches for heat past despair.
Quick-rising Nation newcomer Elizabeth Nichols leans into dangerous choices with right now’s launch of her new single “Candy Cigarette,” obtainable now by way of PULSE Data. Produced by Mike Robinson, the reflective ballad is a uncommon solo write that finds Nichols working again to dangerous habits, even when the fitting selection is trying her straight within the eye. Because the saying goes, “admitting you’ve an issue is step one to restoration,” with that in thoughts, the accompanying music video which premiered at 11amCT sees her trying to right the issue at a help group…or so it might appear. Keep tuned to the top to search out out.
Formed from the non-public experiences of singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jared Colinger, The Enigmatic Foe blends collectively a singular catalog of indie pop, rock, and new wave. A local of Knoxville, TN, Colinger has been crafting genre-surfing music for the reason that early 2000’s, usually exploring themes of human relationships, psychological well being, disconnection, and private development. The upcoming undertaking Like An Ocean showcases the addition of multi-instrumentalist Jonathan Swift Behr (drums, keys, guitar, background vocals), and options mastering credit from the legendary Christopher Colbert (Nathaniel Rateliff, The Walkmen, Pedro the Lion).
lectronic duo, Eli & Fur (Eliza Noble and Jennifer Skillman), unveil their inaugural launch of 2026, “ Unusual.” Formally dropping on February 5, 2026 by way of PIAS, the monitor opens the portal to their sonic realm, diving into the labyrinth referred to as love and arriving as the primary from their upcoming EP, “Desires At Nightfall Pt. II”, set to drop Might 29, 2026. Buying and selling their signature ethereal model for a darker extra ominous sound, “Unusual” is an exploration of affection’s most poignant questions. Eli & Fur embark listeners on a sonic journey by glowing synths,
haunting melodies, and breathy vocals the monitor culminates with a synth-heavy crescendo to complete. Its pulsing heartbeat and remarkably atmospheric cadence make for a groove that’s as somber as it’s irresistible. Daring to unearth secret truths, “Unusual” is an emotionally charged confession – one that’s sincere, weak, and intense. Take heed to “Unusual”.
Punk veterans Good Riddance are excited to announce their tenth studio album Earlier than The World Caves In, set to be launched on March twenty seventh by way of Fats Wreck Chords. Take a look at lead single “There’s Nonetheless Tonight” now, right here: https://ffm.to/theresstilltonight.
The band shares: “We’re hopeful that the album comes throughout with the severity and urgency of the instances we live in. As our tenth studio album, we needed to verify we have been firing on all cylinders, delivering one thing potent, strident, and one thing that each longtime followers and people who find themselves model new to the band may sink their tooth into.”
Earlier than The World Caves In marks the band’s first album since 2019’s Ideas and Prayers. Followers can pre-order the brand new album now at ffm.to/beforetheworldcavesin.
Las Vegas–born and raised, Sylvaner grew up inside an eclectic musical world. With a father who ran a number of report shops and oldsters with wide-ranging style, his childhood was soundtracked by no matter vinyl occurred to move by the home. Music turned his first language and his principal manner of connecting with individuals. “Sharing an excellent tune has all the time been an enormous type of communication for me,” he says. That intuition finally carried him from engineering different artists to shaping a sound of his personal.
His new single “Plastic Love” marks a daring shift into darker, extra dance-driven territory. The monitor started life as a brooding, atmospheric Chicago house-inspired demo, one thing he describes as sounding “such as you have been within the lavatory whereas the membership was occurring outdoors.” After ending most of his album, Sylvaner realised there was nothing to maneuver to, and reworked the tune with a brand new sense of groove and momentum. Constructed on a gradual beat, groovy bass, ethereal vocals, and layered, textural synths, “Plastic Love” lands as a conflicted pop episode that balances want with emotional absence. “I want a plastic love is the thesis of the lyrical content material,” he explains. “It got here from a spot the place I didn’t need to settle with somebody, however I nonetheless needed my enjoyable. I knew I wasn’t alone in feeling that, particularly rising up in Las Vegas. However I additionally acknowledge the sacrifice and the vacancy in that selection.”
Epiphone right now declares the debut of the Impressed by Gibson Customized WoWkie Da J‑180, the model’s first signature collaboration with Chinese language pop celebrity WoWkie Da. Out there completely in China at Gibson and Epiphone approved sellers and on-line by way of T-Mall, this placing acoustic mannequin is constructed on the acclaimed Epiphone Impressed by Gibson Customized J‑180 LS platform and developed utilizing authentic Gibson Customized designs. A loyal Gibson and Epiphone artist for many years, the discharge marks a milestone for Epiphone because it expands its world artist roster and strengthens its presence inside the Chinese language music group, uniting the corporate’s legacy of expertise with the daring artistic imaginative and prescient of one in all China’s most influential up to date artists.
WoWkie Da is one in all China’s most dynamic and influential trendy artists—a celebrated singer, songwriter, guitarist, composer, producer, and tv persona whose profession has formed a number of generations of pop music. He first rose to prominence within the late Nineties because the frontman of The Flowers, broadly considered China’s first nationally acknowledged teenage band. Since launching his solo profession in 2009, WoWkie Da has launched 193 singles, bought greater than 5 million information, and earned main honors together with Prime 10 Songs of the 12 months, Most Fashionable Male Singer, and All‑Round Artist of the 12 months. His excessive‑profile appearances on CCTV’s Spring Competition Gala and as a decide on hit packages corresponding to The Huge Band and Rap of China have additional solidified his cultural affect.
The Epiphone WoWkie Da Signature IGC J‑180 incorporates a 25.5-inch scale size, delivering higher projection, enhanced readability, and a extra highly effective low finish than conventional quick‑scale acoustics. Premium tonewoods, together with all‑strong development, a thermally aged Sitka spruce high, and strong mahogany again and sides, guarantee a wealthy, resonant voice suited to each studio and stage.
5 time French Grammy nominated visionary Theodora makes an enormous comeback with new solo monitor ‘DES MYTHOS’– Produced by Decs and Anoop D’Souza. Theodora sparked a brand new wave of style collaboration following the large success of her 2025 deluxe Mixtape launch MEGA BBL. This launch utilises not solely Theodora’s recognisable model of high-energy Bouyon influences and Avant-garde Pop however introduces listeners to an intimate a part of her story by expressive and catchy lyrics.
Pairing highly effective lyrics of ‘Des Mythos’ with the colorful visuals of the music video creates a dynamic distinction, hypnotic to its viewers. The fluidity of everchanging colors and scenes captivates consideration immediately and leaves the viewers hungry for extra. Curiosity is positioned on the forefront of this video, leaping from scene to scene, leaving viewers excited for what’s to come back. This pairing with the eagerness and intention of Theodora’s lyrics create an abundance of questions but permit viewers to really feel dazzled by the creativity and themes all through.
Inside each the placing visuals of the video in addition to the highly effective allegory Theodora tells, the innovation of her lyricism and thoughts create this masterpiece which may be interpreted in some ways. This is the reason her writing is so highly effective and undoubtedly have to be heard by all. The number of genres additional show the inclusion of this tune, inviting all to listen to her message.
This launch additional demonstrates the rationale why Theodora is a five-time French Grammy Nominated artist. Her genre-bending, modern writing model continues to indicate that she is a powerhouse with no intention of slowing down.
Ruti (they/them), the rising singer-songwriter from London by way of Essex returns with two placing new reworks of their single ‘Monster’, reimagined by Mala and rising UK digital composers Larimae. The unique monitor appeared on Ruti’s newest EP ‘Perhaps I Acquired It Improper’, launched in November 2025 to widespread acclaim, and these remixes additional underline the flexibility and emotional vary on the coronary heart of Ruti’s songwriting.
Edmonton, AB singer-songwriter Ellie Heath returns with “Too Previous (For This Shit),” a witty, uplifting indie pop anthem that leans into the absurdity of getting older with out ever feeling like a grown-up. Playful but pointed, the monitor captures the acquainted feeling of being a child in grownup garments; paying payments, following guidelines, and quietly questioning when maturity is meant to click on into place.
“At its core, the tune is about getting older with humour,” Heath explains. “Feeling like a child sporting grownup garments, navigating expectations, obligations, and the sluggish realization that no one ever actually tells you whenever you’ve ‘arrived.’”
Co-written and produced alongside Hawksley Workman and Tristan Konkle of Tapes In Movement, “Too Previous (For This Shit)” balances joyful, child-like manufacturing with a dry, deadpan vocal supply that lightly pokes enjoyable on the seriousness we’re informed to undertake with age. Whistles, refrain layers, and playful textures convey a kids’s tune sensibility, whereas a decent rhythm part retains the monitor grounded and funky.
Jennie Arnau’s new album, A Rising Tide, is crammed with themes of resilience and willpower. All through the 14 songs, the Americana/folks artist shares her emotions on love, worry, and life normally, providing hope to her listeners as she finds energy of their help.
Whereas a lot of the album finds Arnau processing dropping her mom to dementia, an outlier is “Younger and Alone,” which touches on a tragedy skilled far too usually within the US: a college taking pictures.
“I’m unsure what made me write ‘Younger and Alone’ – I feel it got here from heartbreak,” Arnau says, sharing that turning on the TV throughout a break from writing and seeing protection of the taking pictures in Uvalde pushed her to complete the tune. “Typically I really feel helpless, and these violent occasions really feel endless… virtually like essentially the most horrific Groundhog Day, the place an increasing number of individuals are crushed and damaged.”
RITA WILSON
“Sound of a Lady”
• Rita Wilson declares her sixth studio album, Sound of a Lady. Co-produced with 9x Grammy winner Dave Cobb and recorded at RCA Studio A in Nashville, the title monitor and lead single drop alongside a music video directed by Steven Sebring.
• “I’ve come to a stage in my life the place I’m solely now simply discovering my voice, each metaphorically and actually. Understanding and accepting that every little thing that life has thrown at me has introduced me to a spot the place I’m extra totally myself. I don’t suppose I’m distinctive in that have.” – Rita Wilson
• Co-written with Amy Wadge (Ed Sheeran), “Sound of a Lady,” the album’s piano-led title monitor, is a soul-stirring anthem about discovering your voice, constructing from hushed depth to a gospel-laced swell.
BROOKE LEE
“See The USA in Your Chevrolet”
• Rising nation artist Brooke Lee companions with Chevrolet on a contemporary interpretation of the enduring “See The USA in Your Chevrolet” jingle, marking the model’s celebration of America’s 250th anniversary atop Castleton Tower.
• “It’s surreal to collaborate with Chevrolet and put my very own voice on an iconic tune my grandparents know by coronary heart. It’s a dream come true to work with a model I like on a marketing campaign celebrating our lovely nation, and I’m having a blast driving the identical Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 that seems within the spot on tour everywhere in the US.” – Brooke Lee
• Brooke Lee lately launched authentic monitor “Burn to Black,” co-written with Jon Nite (Dierks Bentley) and Danielle Blakey (Matt Stell), and may at present be seen opening for NEEDTOBREATHE.
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