RYAN BINGHAM - They Call Us The Lucky Ones Acclaimed Oscar and Grammy-winning musician  Ryan Bingham  will release  They Call Us The Lucky Ones , his highly anticipated new album with  The Texas Gentlemen, May 15  via The Bingham Recording Co./Thirty Tigers. Ahead of the release, his new song, ' Ballad of The Texas Gentlemen ,' is out now Of the track, Bingham shares, " After years of being out on my own and playing shows on and off with The Texas Gentlemen, I realized somewhere along the way I was part of a band again without really planning it.   'Ballad of The Texas Gentlemen' really came out of that moment - just being back out on the road with people you trust and remembering why you fell in love with playing music in the first place." His first full-length project in over seven years,  They Call Us The Lucky Ones  further cements Bingham as one of the most authentic and compelling voices in American music. Across the album's 10 tracks, including previous releases ' The Lucky Ones ' and ' Americana ,' Bingham reflects on the highs and lows of an artist's life on the road and his newfound sense of joy and hope, all framed by the unique genre-defying sound he and The Texas Gentlemen create together.  "This album was probably the most fun I've had making a record," Bingham reflects. "I've always loved records that feel loose and live and gritty with a bit of soul, where the imperfections from the moment are left in. Working with musicians as talented as The Texas Gentlemen really let us lean into that in a way I hadn't experienced before. There was an unspoken understanding between us about what each song needed, so we tracked most of it live with minimal overdubs, just playing and letting the feel lead. It finally felt like I was capturing these songs the way I always heard them in my head. We can't wait to get out on the road and share them with fans." In celebration of the new music, Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen will embark on their extensive  Still Gettin' Away With It Tour  this spring, including newly confirmed stops at New York's Irving Plaza, Boston's Roadrunner, Philadelphia's The Fillmore, Washington D.C.'s Lincoln Theatre and Pittsburgh's Stage AE among many others. Full details can be found at  www.ryanbingham.com .  In addition to Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen— Ryan Ake  (guitars),  Daniel Creamer  (piano, organ),  Paul Grass  (drums, percussion) and  Scott Lee  (bass)—the record also features  Richard Bowden  (fiddle, mandolin) and  Cody Huggins  (electric guitar, acoustic guitar, pedal steel).  They Call Us The Lucky Ones  will be released on vinyl in multiple exclusive retail variants, including Classic Black, Indie Retail exclusive "Electric Smoke," Barnes & Noble exclusive "Blue Sky," Amazon exclusive "Vintage Bone" and the webstore-exclusive limited edition "Roadside Rust." The album will also be available on CD and a nostalgia-inspired cassette, with all formats available for pre-order  HERE .  Bingham is a Grammy, Oscar, Golden Globe, and Critics' Choice Award-winning singer-songwriter and actor whose raw, world-weary voice and evocative storytelling have made him one of the most distinctive artists of his generation. From his early years as a drifter and bull rider to penning 'The Weary Kind' for the film  Crazy Heart, Bingham has built a career defined by authenticity and artistic independence. His music—spanning folk, blues, country, and rock—reflects a life fully lived, blending grit, vulnerability, and resilience in equal measure. Across six studio albums, two live records, and his 2023 self-produced EP  Watch Out  For The Wolf, Bingham has remained committed to unfiltered, genre-defying storytelling, most recently captured in his live album  Live at Red Rocks . In addition to his acclaimed music career, he starred as fan-favorite 'Walker' on Paramount's record-breaking series  Yellowstone . Beyond the stage and screen, Bingham has launched his own record label, founded the Fort Worth-based festival and rodeo, The Great Western, and introduced Bingham Spirits, beginning with Bingham's Bourbon in 2024.  THEY CALL US THE LUCKY ONES TRACK LIST: 1. The Lucky Ones 2. Let The Big Dog Eat 3. I Got A Feelin' 4. Twist The Knife 5. Americana 6. Cocaine Charlie 7. Blue Skies 8. Relevance 9. Ballad of The Texas Gentlemen 10. I'm A Goin' Nowhere   https://www.ryanbingham.com/

COMING 22 APRIL 2026 | LIGHTROOM | LONDON KING'S CROSS N1C [London, Tuesday 10 February 2026]  Today Lightroom announces a groundbreaking show,  David Bowie: You're Not Alone ,  which will transport visitors into the iconic performances and creative mind and spirit of one of the world's most visionary and influential artists. Featuring the artist as its sole voice,  David Bowie: You're Not Alone  is both a multimedia spectacle and an intimate and revealing self-portrait. The 360° experience, produced by Lightroom and designed by 59, a Journey studio, is written and directed by 59's Mark Grimmer (Creative Director for the V&A's  David Bowie Is  exhibition) and Tom Wexler.  You're Not Alone  will showcase some of Bowie's landmark performances that redefined popular culture, using a mixture of iconic, rarely seen and never-before-exhibited material, selected from thousands of hours of film in the vaults of the David Bowie Archive in New York,  from  Space Oddity  through  Diamond Dogs  and  "Heroes"  to   ★ .  Audiences will have the chance to feel they have travelled through time to experience Bowie in performance - up close and first-hand. Each track in the show has been newly reconfigured to utilise Lightroom's specialised spatial audio system by multiple Olivier and Tony award-winning sound designer Gareth Fry ( Harry Potter & The Cursed Child ,  David Bowie Is ). This is David Bowie, the man himself. Instead of magnifying the myth through the lens of his characters - Ziggy Stardust, Aladdin Sane, Halloween Jack, The Thin White Duke -   You're Not Alone  places its focus on the man behind the masks: the provocateur, the polymath, the shapeshifting icon in his enduring, human form. The film is structured in thematic chapters in a looping presentation, giving a unique insight into Bowie's perspective on the subjects most important to him, including: theatricality, spirituality, songwriting and the transformative power of creativity. There are surreal moments, like the transatlantic TV interview with Russell Harty in 1975, in which Bowie artfully takes control of the narrative and the interviewer is reduced to asking him questions about the colour of his hair. Elsewhere, the reconstructed set of the inimitable  Diamond Dogs  tour materialises before our very eyes, igniting a Bowie performance unlike any other captured on film.  Bringing together a wealth of visual material from a wide range of sources, the show combines rare performance footage, photography, drawings, lyrics, personal notes and audio recordings.  David Bowie: You're Not Alone  will celebrate Bowie's boundless curiosity as a force that connected people across continents and generations, as well as his enduring cultural impact today. The show builds on Lightroom's growing repertoire of critically acclaimed shows that have now been seen by over 1.5 million visitors globally, including creative collaborations with David Hockney, Tom Hanks, Anna Wintour and Vogue and Apple TV. David Bowie: You're Not Alone  is being made in close collaboration with and authorized by the David Bowie Estate. Mark Grimmer, who also wrote and directed Lightroom's  David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (not smaller and further away)  said: "It says something about our relationship with artistic heroes that we're drawn to mystery, otherness, the alien... In Bowie's case, this is our construct, not his. Throughout his career, Bowie repeatedly resisted being figured as anything but human. Rather than undermining his mystique, we designed a show to celebrate Bowie as a champion of human creativity - focusing on the message he expressed time and again: that art, in all its forms, is our best hope for understanding what it means to be alive." David Sabel, Executive Producer at Lightroom said: "Lightroom offers an incredible opportunity to step inside an artist's imagination and creative universe – weaving film, photography, animation, text and music into a story that can only be experienced in this space. I cannot think of an artist more suited to this than David Bowie. To spend time in his world as it comes to life around you and to travel back and forth across the decades of astonishing performances, whether reliving them or experiencing them for the first time, is a total thrill. Working so closely with RZO and the David Bowie Archive has been a great privilege." Tickets for  David Bowie: You're Not Alone  will go on sale on 10 February at 7pm, priced from £25 for adults and £15 for students and concessions.  Tickets will be available  here  from 22 April until 28 June, with more tickets being released for summer soon. To be the first to hear about the next ticket release sign up to Lightroom's mailing list   here . 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Bruce Springsteen & E Street Band - Land Of Hope & Dreams Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band  will launch their  Land Of Hope And Dreams American Tour  this spring, kicking off in Minneapolis’ Target Centre on 31st March. The 20-date run will feature 19 arena shows, and a final night outdoors on 27th May at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. Springsteen offered the following comments about the goals of the tour: "We are living through dark, disturbing and dangerous times, but do not despair — the cavalry is coming! Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band will be taking the stage this spring from Minneapolis to California to Texas to Washington, D.C. for the Land of Hope And Dreams American Tour. We will be rocking your town in celebration and in defense of America — American democracy, American freedom, our American Constitution and our sacred American dream — all of which are under attack by our wannabe king and his rogue government in Washington, D.C. Everyone, regardless of where you stand or what you believe in, is welcome — so come on out and join the United Free Republic of E Street Nation for an American spring of Rock 'n' Rebellion! I’ll see you there!" — Bruce Springsteen In the spring of 2025, Springsteen and The E Street Band brought their Land Of Hope And Dreams Tour to more than 700,000 fans across Europe and released the “Land Of Hope And Dreams” EP from opening night in Manchester, England. Their return to the United States will mark Springsteen and The E Street Band’s first shows in North America since 2024.    2026 LAND OF HOPE AND DREAMS AMERICAN TOUR DATES Tuesday, March 31 - Minneapolis, MN - Target Center Friday, April 3 - Portland, OR - Moda Center Tuesday, April 7 - Inglewood, CA - Kia Forum Thursday, April 9 - Inglewood, CA - Kia Forum Monday, April 13 - San Francisco, CA - Chase Center Thursday, April 16 - Phoenix, AZ - Mortgage Matchup Center Monday, April 20 - Newark, NJ - Prudential Center Thursday, April 23 - Sunrise, FL - Amerant Bank Arena Sunday, April 26 - Austin, TX - Moody Center Wednesday, April 29 - Chicago, IL - United Center Saturday, May 2 - Atlanta, GA - State Farm Arena Tuesday, May 5 - Belmont Park, NY - UBS Arena Friday, May 8 - Philadelphia, PA - Xfinity Mobile Arena Monday, May 11 - New York, NY - Madison Square Garden Thursday, May 14 - Brooklyn, NY - Barclays Center Saturday, May 16 - New York, NY - Madison Square Garden Tuesday, May 19 - Pittsburgh, PA - PPG Paints Arena Friday, May 22 - Cleveland, OH - Rocket Arena Sunday, May 24 - Boston, MA - TD Garden Wednesday, May 27 - Washington, D.C. - Nationals Park   For ticketing information:  www.brucespringsteen.net/tour     The E Street Band's members are Roy Bittan (piano, synthesiser), Nils Lofgren (guitar, vocals), Patti Scialfa (guitar, vocals), Garry Tallent (bass guitar), Stevie Van Zandt (guitar, vocals) and Max Weinberg (drums); with Soozie Tyrell (violin, guitar, vocals), Jake Clemons (saxophone) and Charlie Giordano (organ, keyboards, accordion). They will be joined by The E Street Horns (Barry Danielian, Eddie Manion, Ozzie Melendez, Curt Ramm), The E Street Choir (Lisa Lowell, Michelle Moore, Ada Dyer, Curtis King) and Anthony Almonte (percussion, vocals).  www.brucespringsteen.net www.instagram.com/springsteen www.facebook.com/brucespringsteen www.bsky.app/profile/brucespringsteen.net

POLICE DOG HOGAN  NEW SINGLE 'JUST BREATHE' Police Dog Hogan's  ferocious live following is deceptively simple to explain: in an ever-changing world fraught with bleak news, they provide a space where the here-and-now is all that really matters. The heart of their country-pop / bluegrass is big melodies, evocative emotions and timeless musicianship - all qualities which stand tall in the new single  'Just Breathe' . It previews their new album  'The Light At The Top Of The Stairs' , which follows on  April 10th .  Like its parent album,  'Just Breathe'  is an astute, profound meditation on the passing of time. The husky soul of J ames Studholme's  voice ruminates on how everything slowly changes across life's rich tapestry - but regardless of what evolves, the serene joy of escaping into nature never alters, no matter how many decades pass. The song reflects that calm and purity, floating breezily from sparse piano accompaniment into the grander scale of its hook to achieve a mood of low-key transcendence.  James  says, " Just Breathe is a reflection on mortality, from the perspective of someone who's got more life behind him than in front of him. But it's also about acceptance; there's always more to say, and never enough time to say it. " 'Just Breathe'  was written by  James Studholme . It was produced by the  Grammy -winning  George Murphy  ( Mumford & Sons ,  The Coronas ,  Ron Sexsmith ). 'Just Breathe'  is the third song to preview the album following the road trip Americana of  'Passing Through'  and the folk-stomping, biblical flood storytelling of  'Seven Kinds of Rain' . Its stories explore the experiences that come to us all, in time - from grief to lost love - and their visceral emotions are heightened by the band, a collective with plenty of life experience between them.  'The Light At The Top of The Stairs'  promises to be the defining masterpiece from the long-established cult favourites. They've achieved so much: selling out the  O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire , playing at  Glastonbury , supporting  The Beach Boys , being nominated at the  UK Americana Award . But there's no real secret to their accomplishments - simply, they battled through the early indifference that all bands experience, and played together for so long that a shared music intuition emerged. The band consists of  James Studholme  (guitar, vocals), Eddie Bishop  (fiddle, mandolin),  Tim Dowling  (banjo, steel guitar),  Emily Norris  (trumpet),  Shahen Galichian  (accordion, piano),  Don Bowen  (bass) and  Alistair Hamer  (drums). Police Dog Hogan  will take  'The Light At The Top of The Stairs'  on a headline tour from  April , leading up to a major  London  show at the  Islington Assembly Hall . They have also confirmed details of their own  Hoganberry Weekender festival  in  Settle  on  June 12th-13th , where they will be joined by an outstanding bill of like-minded bands and friends. They promise,  "A very joyful weekend of music in one of the most beautiful places on God's green earth." Tickets for all shows are available  HERE . APRIL 16th - South Petherton, The David Hall 17th - Tavistock, The Wharf 18th - Salisbury, Art Centre 23rd - Burton-on-Trent, Deer Barn 24th - Liverpool, The Tung Auditorium 25th - Dorchester, Bishop's Court Farm 30th - Hailsham, Pavilion Theatre MAY 7th - Gateshead, Glasshouse 8th - Edinburgh, Queen's Hall 9th - Birmingham, The MAC JUNE 4th - Norwich, Art Centre 5th - Cambridge, The Junction 1 11th - Manchester, Band On The Wall 12th - Settle, Victoria Hall - Police Dog Hogan's Hoganberry Weekender 13th - Settle, Victoria Hall - Police Dog Hogan's Hoganberry Weekender 18th - London, Islington Assembly Hall Follow Police Dog Hogan: Spotify  |  Apple Music  |  YouTube  |  Instagram  |  Facebook  |  Website

2026 MOBO AWARDS ANNOUNCE HOSTS  EUROPE'S BIGGEST CELEBRATION OF BLACK MUSIC AND CULTURE THE MOBO AWARDS COMES TO  CO-OP LIVE, MANCHESTER  ON  26 MARCH TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW - VISIT  MOBO.COM/TICKETS   MORE PERFORMERS AND SPECIAL HONOUREES TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON 2026 MARKS 30 YEARS OF THE MOBO ORGANISATION, THREE DECADES OF SHIFTING CULTURE, CHAMPIONING TALENT AND CREATING ICONIC MOMENTS Wednesday 28 January 2026:  Global hip-hop icon  Eve  and acclaimed comedian and broadcaster  Eddie Kadi  will host the  2026   MOBO Awards  at  Co-op Live  in  Manchester  on  26 March . Alongside the host announcement, MOBO is excited to reveal the first wave of performers for the 2026 Awards, with a stellar roster of women making waves across their respective genres.  Olivia Dean ,  FLO  and  Tiwa Savage  are the first artists confirmed to take the stage at this landmark celebration, with more performers and special honourees to be announced soon.  Tickets are available now via  mobo.com/tickets . Europe's biggest and most influential celebration of Black music and culture promises an unforgettable night of electrifying performances, powerful tributes and culture-shaping moments as MOBO marks its 30th anniversary. Kanya King CBE, Founder and CEO of the MOBO Group, said:  "We're incredibly proud to have the iconic Eve and the incomparable Eddie Kadi hosting the MOBO Awards in Manchester. As we mark 30 years of MOBO, this moment feels especially powerful. Eve and Eddie each represent excellence, authenticity and cultural impact in their own right – and together, they embody the spirit, humour and global perspective that has always defined the MOBO Awards." "We're equally thrilled to announce our first wave of performers, with Olivia Dean, FLO and Tiwa Savage taking centre stage. These are artists shaping the sound of now – bold, brilliant and rooted in creative truth – and we can't wait to see them light up the MOBO stage in Manchester." Global hip-hop icon  Eve  is a trailblazing, award-winning artist with a glittering career that spans music, television and film. She is best known for her multi-million-selling records 'Who's That Girl', 'Gangsta Lovin'', and 'Let Me Blow Your Mind' featuring Gwen Stefani, which won the inaugural GRAMMY Award for Best Rap/Sung collaboration. Over the course of her career,  Eve  has released four multi-million-selling albums and 32 singles, and collaborated with some of the world's most iconic artists including Dr. Dre, Alicia Keys, Ludacris, Jill Scott, Missy Elliott, Prince and Michael Jackson. She served as the host of  The Talk , CBS' Daytime EMMY Award-winning talk show for four years. After over a decade of living in the UK,  Eve launched her podcast  Constantly Evolving with Eve  on BBC Sounds in 2021 and released her autobiography,  Who's That Girl?: A Memoir  in 2024. Most recently, in 2025, she completed a sold-out co-headlining tour alongside Nelly and Ja Rule, performing in 14 European arenas and 21 US amphitheatres.  Eve  said:  "I'm so excited to be co-hosting the MOBO Awards in this big 30th anniversary year. Even though our journeys started around the same time across the Atlantic from each other, we have our shared love for music and the culture, and in making sure we continue to have spaces that celebrate talent and share our stories. Manchester, I hope you're ready because we have an amazing night planned for you." Eddie Kadi  returns for the second consecutive year as our esteemed  MOBO Awards host. A true master of entertainment and one of the UK's most prominent comedians, Eddie is a multi-hyphenate comedian known for his unique brand of humour that references his heritage and cultural observations. He is a passionate advocate for African music, hosting BBC Radio 1Xtra's  The Official UK Afrobeats Chart   Show  and became the first Black British comedian to headline London's O2. He took on his first MOBO role in 2021 in Coventry as a roaming host before co-hosting last year's ceremony with Indiyah Polack. Eddie's extensive list of TV credits include joining the cast of ITV's  I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here , Live At The Apollo (BBC), resident Team Captain on Sorry I Didn't Know (ITV) as well as The Jonathan Ross Show (ITV), The Apprentice (BBC), The Comedy Awards (Channel 4) and his own successful podcast  Man Like You  alongside Babatunde Aléshé and Mo Gilligan. Eddie Kadi  said:  "To be back for the second year in a row co-hosting the MOBO Awards is an honour, especially for its 30th anniversary. For three decades, MOBO has celebrated Black music excellence from all different genres. Expect the unexpected with performances and surprise appearances. It's a big year and I'm so proud to be part of this legendary show." Olivia Dean ,  Little Simz  and rising stars  kwn  and  Jim Legxacy  are up for the most awards this year, earning four nominations each; while  FLO ,  Central Cee, Skepta,  and  PinkPantheress  are up for three awards each. Netflix's acclaimed series  Adolescence  receives two nominations for  Best Performance in a TV Show / Film , recognising  Ashley Walters  and  Stephen Graham , alongside  Cynthia Erivo  for  Wicked  and  Wunmi Mosaku  for  Sinners . Full list of 2026 nominees  HERE . Voting is now open for select categories  HERE . MOBO is proud to be working with its previously announced partners and sponsors  Amazon Music, Prostate Cancer UK, got2b and Vevo. Amazon Music is the sponsor of Album of the Year. Prostate Cancer UK continues its vital role as the Official Men's Health Charity Partner and sponsor of the Best Male Act category, raising essential awareness of the higher risk of prostate cancer among Black men and campaigning to address health inequalities across the UK. Meanwhile, got2b returns as the Official Hairstyling Partner and sponsor of the Best Female Act category, championing individuality, self-expression and creativity on one of the biggest nights in music and culture. Vevo is also a partner this year, sponsoring Video of the Year and supporting the category's focus on visual excellence . Women take centre stage in the first wave of performers announced for the 2026 MOBO Awards It's no exaggeration to say that 2025 has proven to be the year of  Olivia Dean . The captivating British singer-songwriter rose to become one of the UK's hottest new global music stars with people of all ages around the world discovering her magic and falling in love with her music. She has earned four prestigious MOBO Awards nominations for  Album of The Year in association with Amazon Music  for  The Art of Loving ,  Best Female Act in association with got2b, Best R&B/Soul Act,  and Song of The Year  for 'Man I Need'. With  The Art of Loving  and 'Man I Need', Olivia became the first solo British female to simultaneously claim the No.1 album and No. 1 single spots on the UK Official Charts, since Adele in 2021. She sold out six headline dates at London's O2 signalling a big touring year ahead which will span the UK, Europe, North America, Australia and New Zealand. Her chart-topping success and global momentum make her performance one of the most anticipated moments of the night. British R&B trio  FLO  continue to go from strength to strength as one of the formidable forces raising the bar on girl group excellence today. MOBO has been part of the group's journey since the beginning, being the first music awards ceremony to put them on stage in 2022. We are proud to welcome Renée, Stella and Jorja back to the MOBO Awards stage this year in Manchester, marking their triumphant return following a monumental year which saw them release their debut album  Access All Areas  and complete the biggest US headline tour by a British girl group in nearly two decades.  Access All Areas  became the highest charting album by a British R&B girl group in 23 years when it debuted at No. 3 on the UK Official Album Chart, earning critical acclaim from  Pitchfork, NME, DAZED  and  The New York Times .  FLO  are up for three MOBO Awards this year –  Album of The Year in association with Amazon Music  for  Access All Areas ,  Best Female Act in association with got2b , and  Best R&B/Soul Act . Queen of Afrobeats  Tiwa Savage  has been breaking barriers in the male-dominated genre for over a decade, paving the way for a new generation of artists that followed. As one of the most influential and decorated global African music stars, Nigerian-born Tiwa was one of the first Afrobeats artists to bridge the gap between the West African music scene and Western mainstream audiences. She has amassed over 2.5 billion combined global streams and collaborated with the likes of Brandy, Wizkid, Skepta, Sam Smith and Craig David. Tiwa's latest album,  This One Is Personal , earned critical acclaim for its storytelling and rich R&B foundations. She is nominated for  Best African Music Act , adding another milestone to her celebrated career. The MOBO Awards around the UK Since 2009, the  MOBO Awards  has proudly paved the way by taking its celebrations to cities across the UK, shining a spotlight on Black music and culture while championing local talent and communities. From London to Liverpool, Leeds to Glasgow, Coventry to Sheffield and Newcastle, MOBO has transformed cities, stages and arenas into cultural hotspots. Now, as the MOBO Organisation steps into its 30th anniversary year, it's bringing the MOBO magic to Manchester, a city globally renowned for its musical movements, creative spirit and cultural influence. Ahead of the ceremony, MOBO is also collaborating with Manchester City Council to deliver the  MOBO Fringe Festival,  a week-long celebration of music, culture, and creativity in the lead-up to the Awards. The free programme will feature industry panels, talent showcases, live performances and creative workshops spanning music, tech, and the arts, creating opportunities for the next generation while spotlighting Manchester's vibrant local scene. The  MOBO Fringe Festival  is a vital part of the MOBO Organisations ongoing commitment to celebrating music, arts, and culture while championing local creatives. Building on the success of MOBO Fringe 2025 in Newcastle, which drew thousands of attendees and delivered an estimated £1 million+ in combined economic and social impact for the city and wider North East region, the Manchester programme promises an exciting, citywide celebration designed to energise the city, empower communities and inspire audiences nationwide.

SHINEDOWN - Photo: Ryan Camp oday, rock goliaths  Shinedown  have announced they will be releasing their new studio album   EI8HT  on  May 29th  via Atlantic Records and have released huge new song  “Safe And Sound.”  The release follows a landmark year that saw four major singles unveiled which are included on the album - three #1 US radio hits: " Three Six Five ", " Dance, Kid, Dance ," and " Killing Fields " - along with " Searchlight ", which the band debuted at the iconic Grand Ole Opry and continues to climb at US radio. The 18-track album balances arena-sized rock with deeply introspective, relatable lyrics, delivering something for everyone and reaffirming  Shinedown ’s identity as a band for everyone. In addition,  Shinedown  have announced their massive  Dance Kid Dance Act II World Tour , taking the band to  11 countries  across  53 dates , including stops throughout North America, the United Kingdom, and Europe so far.  On the new album, upcoming world tour, and working with longtime bandmate & producer of the record  Eric Bass , frontman  Brent Smith  says:  “This album is over a year in the making. Without question as a band we pushed ourselves like never before. Especially when it comes to Eric. Myself, Zach, and Barry are so honoured to create, and work with such an extraordinary producer, engineer, mixer, songwriter, musician, performer, and band mate. We are so excited to finally announce our 8th studio album titled EI8HT alongside our Dance Kid Dance Act ll World Tour.” He continues, describing new song  "Safe And Sound" :  "Safe And Sound is about reminding the competition what they are dealing with one by one."  Listen to “ Safe And Sound ”  HERE   Tracklist for  EI8HT At The Bottom Dance, Kid, Dance Burning Down The Disco Three Six Five Young Again Dizzy Imposter Machine Gun Outlaw Safe And Sound Searchlight Bear With Me Deep End Killing Fields Back To The Living Wide Open So Glad That You Asked The Pilot The album will be available in multiple formats and bundles, including first press white sleeve 2LP, evergreen 2LP, orange smoke 2LP, CD, digitally, and more, alongside signed editions and all new co-ordinated merchandise. And if you  order any format of the band's album from their store before 2pm on Monday 23rd February, you can get early access to buy tickets for the unmissable tour!  Pre-order  EI8HT  HERE Joining  Shinedown  for their dazzling worldwide tour on various dates will be  Coheed and Cambria , Black Stone Cherry ,  Those Damn Crows ,  From Ashes to New ,   and  DJ Rock Feed .  The U.K. dates are with  Coheed and Cambria  and  Those Damn Crows  and line up as follows:  November 14 – Birmingham, UK – bp pulse LIVE November 16 – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro November 17 – Nottingham, UK – Motorpoint Arena November 19 – London, UK – OVO Arena Wembley November 20 – Manchester, UK – AO Arena Ireland sees  Those Damn Crows  as special guests at: November 22 – Dublin, IE – 3Olympia Theatre  See full itinerary below and more information at  www.shinedown.com . North American tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, February 20th at 10am local time  and  European and United Kingdom tickets go on sale Friday, February 27th at 10am local time  with various presales earlier in the week for all markets.  SHINEDOWN DANCE KID DANCE ACT II WORLD TOUR DATES  May 13 – Green Bay, WI – Resch Center *^% May 15 – Columbus, OH – Sonic Temple Festival  Headlining  May 16 – Madison, WI – Kohl Center *^% May 18 – Sioux Falls, SD – Denny Sanford PREMIER Center *^% May 19 – Wichita, KS – INTRUST Bank Arena *^%% May 22 – Austin, TX – Moody Center *^% May 23 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center *^% May 26 – Jacksonville, FL – VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena *^% May 28 – Estero, FL – Hertz Center *^% May 30 – Tampa, FL – Benchmark International Arena *^% June 2 – Biloxi, MS – Mississippi Coast Coliseum *^% June 5 – Norfolk, VA – Chartway Arena *^% June 6 – Hershey, PA – GIANT Center *^% July 11 – Mt. Pleasant, MI – Soaring Eagle *#% July 13 – Toronto, ON – Coca-Cola Coliseum *% July 15 – Quebec City, QC – Centre Vidéotron *#% July 17 – Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun Arena *% July 18 – Albany, NY – MVP Arena *#% July 20 – Manchester, NH – SNHU Arena *% July 21 - Newark, NJ - Prudential Center *% July 23 – Philadelphia, PA – Xfinity Mobile Arena *% July 25 – Knoxville, TN – Food City Center *#% July 30 – Lubbock, TX – United Supermarkets Arena *#% July 31 – Colorado Springs, CO – Weidner Field *% August 2 – El Paso, TX – UTEP Don Haskins Center *#% August 4 – Tucson, AZ – Tucson Arena *#% August 6 – Ontario, CA – Toyota Arena *% August 7 – Las Vegas, NV – Michelob ULTRA Arena *#% August 9 – Sparks, NV – Nugget Event Center *% August 10 – Boise, ID – ExtraMile Arena *#% August 12 – Billings, MT – First Interstate Arena at Metrapark *#% August 14 – Spokane, WA – Numerica Veterans Arena *#% August 15 – Vancouver, BC – PNE Pacific Coliseum *#% August 17 – Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place *#% August 20 – Fargo, ND – Fargodome *#% August 21 – Welch, MN – Treasure Island Resort *% August 23 – Springfield, IL – Illinois State Fair *#% September 4 – Dyersville, IA – Velocity Festival September 10 – McHenry, IL – McHenry Music Festival October 31 – Paris, FR – Zénith Paris - La Villette & November 2 – Milan, IT – Alcatraz & November 4 – Tilburg, NL – O13 & November 6 – Prague, CZ – Forum Karlín & November 8 – Copenhagen, DK – Falkonersalen & November 9 – Stockholm, SE – Annexet & November 11 – Berlin, DE – Columbiahalle & November 12 – Düsseldorf, DE – Mitsubishi Electric Halle & November 14 – Birmingham, UK – bp pulse LIVE *& November 16 – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro *& November 17 – Nottingham, UK – Motorpoint Arena *& November 19 – London, UK – OVO Arena Wembley *& November 20 – Manchester, UK – AO Arena *& November 22 – Dublin, IE – 3Olympia Theatre &   * w/Coheed and Cambria ^ w/ Black Stone Cherry # w/From Ashes To New & w/Those Damn Crows % w/ DJ Rock Feed The world tour adds to the band’s first-ever curated festival event -  Shinedown ’s   Lunatic Ball Beach Weekend ,  taking place October 23-25, 2026 in Miramar Beach, Florida. The three-day destination experience features performances from  Shinedown   (two unique headlining sets),  BUSH, Hanson, Flyleaf  (with Lacey Sturm) , Living Colour, From Ashes to New, Guardians of the Jukebox, Neon Mooners  and more. Get tickets at  www.shinedown.com

AFTERDRIVE return with their new single Fashion  AFTERDRIVE return with their new single Fashion  which they have teased here , out 25th   February , a dark, hazy dive into modern romance. Pre-save Fashion here . To celebrate the release, the band will play a headline London show at The Social on 9th March . Tickets are on sale from 6pm here .  AFTERDRIVE are a band on the rise, locking into a sound that feels both fresh and inevitable. Their new song Fashion  plays like a future classic - uptempo, modern, and confidently fusing their influences with standout performances. More than just another guitar band, AFTERDRIVE push beyond their roots, layering contemporary synths and electronics beneath vocalist Ben Watts' effortlessly cool delivery.  Fashion  plays out across late nights and chaotic encounters and a magnetic infatuation with someone who is volatile, exciting with the kind of presence that pulls you in even when you know it's bad for you. Beneath that rush, Fashion  reveals something colder, exploring how love can feel hollow in the social-media age, where connection is easy, disposable, and often built on surface-level attraction rather than intimacy. AFTERDRIVE tap into the frustration of being physically close to someone while emotionally miles apart - a relationship full of tension, silence, and things left unsaid. Moody, impulsive, and painfully self-aware, Fashion,  produced and mixed by Thomas Mitchener, captures a generation caught between wanting closeness and being seduced by image - where desire burns fast, but something real always seems just out of reach. AFTERDRIVE have a busy February and Spring ahead. Later this week, they join The Entitled Sons as support on their UK tour, and in April they support US superstar Maggie Lindemann on her UK and EU tour, kicking off in Dublin on 14th April. They also have a very special warm-up show to be announced soon in their hometown of Ipswich. Their recent sold-out local headline show at The Waterfront Studio on 31st January saw them debut Fashion  live as well as be swarmed by fans at the end of the night for signings and meet and greets.  Last year saw the band support Ed Sheeran at his Portman Road stadium show and most recently release their song Necklace   in November. They received lots of support from BBC Radio 1 where Alyx Holcombe played it and said: " A band who is brand new to the show and I don't think I've ever fallen in love with a band as quick as this to be honest. Kinda giving me the Weeknd fused with the 1975 vibes". They also have had multiple plays by Jess Iszatt on her BBC Radio 1 show too. AFTERDRIVE were asked back for a second live session last year by their local BBC Introducing show hosted by Angelle Joseph, who has been a regular support. As well as on radio, the band have had support from the likes of Rolling Stone UK, Kerrang, The Independent and many other key tastemakers.  AFTERDRIVE are Ben Watts (Vocals), Ed Ruff (Bass), Joe Watts (Drums) and Luke Ellis (Guitar). Fashion  will be available on all major streaming platforms. Pre-save here . Purchase tickets for the London show here .  FOLLOW AFTERDRIVE AT: Website: afterdriveband.com Instagram: @afterdriveband TikTok: @afterdriveband Spotify: AFTERDRIVE | Spotify

Photo credit: John McMurtrie THE ULTIMATE ONCE IN A LIFETIME CELEBRATION OF ALL THINGS IRON MAIDEN  FOR THEIR 50TH ANNIVERSARY FRIDAY 10TH & SATURDAY 11TH JULY 2026 Last September when Iron Maiden announced their only UK show of 2026, on July 11th at Knebworth Park, they said they would be  "turning it into as much of a 'Maiden World' as we can for all our fans to enjoy!"  and true to form they are now able to announce the full details, revealing exactly what that means. Get ready for EDDFEST - a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience what constitutes Iron Maiden's idea of a fun-filled 48 hours of entertainment, themed areas and bars, experiences, live music and more. Inside EDDFEST fans will be able to explore the  Infinite Dreams Museum Experience , a walk-through display of stage props and relics, inspired by Sunday Times Bestseller book  Infinite Dreams . This is an unprecedented and completely unique opportunity to view Maiden relics up close and personal. Fans will also encounter  Maidenville,  where you will find the greatest Eddie's Dive Bar yet, a second stage for music and entertainment, the Unfair Funfair featuring rides and Eddie-themed Funfair Games, plus Eddie's Emporium and much more to explore throughout the site. Friday night campers will be able to gain early access to the site and experiences, including first access to the  Infinite Dreams Museum Experience . There will also be a whole evening of entertainment planned on the  Maidenville  stage featuring a mix of special acts with a connection to Maiden. This is all topped off with the previously announced main stage on the Saturday, featuring an exceptional supporting line-up, ahead of Iron Maiden's show-stopping RUN FOR YOUR LIVES performance. Manager Rod Smallwood explains; " After the monumental shows in the UK last year, we knew that if we were going to play the UK in 2026 it had to be very different. So we chose Knebworth Park as it gives us the space required – which is just not available in stadiums – to put together something groundbreaking for our fans by creating a Maiden World for them. We are excited to now reveal the details of this one-off event to celebrate the band's 50 year career, which we are now calling EDDFEST, because, as everyone knows, Eddie is the true star of the show! We also know Maiden fans are basically a huge gang and we want to give them a weekend to remember at Knebworth. For the last couple of tours we have been arranging the Eddie Dive Bars for our fans, both pre- and post-show. Some of these took over the entire centres of towns with thousands of fans gathered there enjoying the fun, the music and each other's company. So EDDFEST is going to expand on that concept in a huge variety of ways, to create a truly unmissable Maiden World over the whole weekend!  There will be a whole host of great music, great beer (of course!), lots of exciting and varied fun things to do, great souvenirs and merch, some unique and fantastic photo opportunities to create unbeatable Maiden memories, and of course, the true camaraderie that comes from being a Maiden fan."    Kilimanjaro promoters Stuart Galbraith and Alan Day, the creators of Sonisphere, add,  "Maiden have a different view on how they want to do things for their fans than most bands. We previously worked with them at Sonisphere and when they explained what they wanted to do for this show we were hooked. It will be a unique event. A celebration of the Eddie-verse if you will: a curated Friday afternoon, night and all day Saturday, finishing with the last UK show Maiden will play until at least 2028!  "Creating something like that, which will include a once-in-a-lifetime Infinite Dreams museum experience, featuring a wide range of rarely-seen memorabilia from throughout their history, a Maiden-themed fun fair,  the biggest Eddie's Dive Bar ever with some extra special additions and surprises, plus the ability to camp, glamp or park a motorhome on site for the Friday and Saturday night show in a specially created 'village' space with Maiden Alumni, friends and our perfect partners, Planet Rock – well it was a chance not to be missed!" The EDDFEST Festival starts from 2pm on Friday with camping included for both nights. Various parts of the  Maidenville  site will be open to weekend campers throughout Friday afternoon and into the early hours of Saturday morning, including the  Infinite Dreams Museum Experience. Friday Night at Eddfest is all about fun before the big day. The campsite comes alive with direct access to the heart of  Maidenville  and the entertainment is a blend of bands and artists with connections to Maiden - some obscure, some as clear as daylight but they all have something in common and deserve to be a part of the opening night celebration.   FRIDAY NIGHT ON THE MAIDENVILLE SECOND STAGE Featuring full sets from Stray Maiden United Airforce Tony Moore's Awake + Hair Metal Glamageddon Saturday sees the opening of the Main Arena, which includes Eddie's Extended Emporium, the Trooper VIP area and a range of interactive experiences. These will act as hors d'oeuvres for the curated Main Stage festival live bill, starting with back, better than ever British rockers THE ALMIGHTY. Australia's festival-ready AIRBOURNE follow, before the thrilling Mongolian metal of THE HU rings out across Knebworth's hallowed park. As we move into the evening THE DARKNESS will take to the stage for a barnstorming set before IRON MAIDEN deliver an historic performance – the ultimate communal experience between the band and their fans set in the heart of this one-off Maiden World. EDDFEST is going to be a truly exceptional weekend for each and every Maiden fan in attendance – an unforgettable chance to be part of a fully themed Festival experience, celebrating IRON MAIDEN's spectacular fifty year career... and the last chance to see them in the UK until at least 2028. Tickets available via  ironmaiden.knebworth.com ,  myticket.co.uk ,  ticketmaster.co.uk  and of course,  ironmaiden.com Camping tickets are separate to the event tickets and available to purchase in parallel For further details, to purchase tickets and to stay updated on all things to do with Iron Maiden at Knebworth including FAQs & timings make sure you check out the dedicated site:  ironmaiden.knebworth.com

Focus Track - EGO It's Valentine's weekend and therefore the perfect time for  Emmy Meli  to unveil her brand new EP  'All About Love' . Now  400 million streams into a career which is still gaining momentum, she launches the EP alongside a video for its focus track  'Ego' . While love can be the fairytale of eternal romance,  'All About Love'  delves into its deeper nuances: the love of family and friends, embracing self-love and empowerment, using love as a form of mutual spiritual respect that helps make our day-to-day lives so much richer. Produced by  Swindle  ( Ghetts ,  Kojey Radical ,  Celest e), this is  Emmy's  first entirely self-written project, and the  1999  book  'All About Love: New Visions'  by  bell hooks  inspired her thinking. The EP is a reflection and an update of the book's philosophy. As  bell hooks wrote,  "When we see love as the will to nurture one's own, or another's spiritual growth, revealed through acts of care, respect, knowing, and assuming responsibility, the foundation of all love in our life is the same. There is no special love exclusively reserved for romantic partners." Emmy  says,  "This project is a sociological take on how our society affects the way we give and receive love and all of its forms. I truly feel that this is the most vulnerable I've ever been able to get and I feel kinda exposed. Swindle and I connect on such an amazing level when it comes to music, but also life. Every time we get together, we have these deep talks about spirituality and our world views. I was telling him everything that was going on in my crazy colourful messed up life, and we made this music as a way of healing and rewriting all those wounds; quite literally while I was scabbing them up." The EP's new focus track  'Ego'  taps into the purity and freedom of love, and how it can hit when you least expect it. Directed by  Marielle Boland , the accompanying video is a feast for the senses.  Emmy Meli  quite literally goes somewhere over the rainbow and takes her beguiling performance and vivid personality into a dazzling alternate fantasy world. Emmy  adds,  "'Ego' is a track that you want the DJ to play on reggaeton night or early 2000s throwbacks. It feels like sweating at the live music club, dancing like no one's watching, letting down your walls, and maybe finding a fun new boo while you're at it." 'Ego'  joins the recent singles  'The Zoo' ,  'OOH LA LA'  and  'Other Things'  on the  'All About Love'  EP. It also introduces new tracks in the shape of the heavy duty R&B strut  'Heather'  and the self-determined funk-soul grooves of  'Built From The Bullshit' , before closing on the supremely self-assured  'Glory'.  Collectively it's a bite-sized soundtrack for empowerment, healing and love in all its forms. The 26-year-old  Emmy Meli  cites the likes of  Sade ,  Victoria Monet ,  Amy Winehouse ,  Barbara Lewis  and  Minnie Riperton  as inspirations - all artists from different generations and varied styles, but that are all united by remarkable voices and having something to say. Her biggest breakthrough so far came with  300 million+  streams and  Platinum (US)  and  Silver (UK)  certifications for her international chart hit  'I Am Woman'  - a song that earned further discovery as the theme song for  Meghan Markle's 'Archetypes'  podcast.  Emmy  subsequently explored her artistry in depth with the  'Hello Stranger'  EP before stepping into a new era with  'All About Love' . Emmy  will follow the EP release by playing three special 'Evening With' shows - experiences with the intimacy of a group FaceTime with a performance that she compares to  "seeing a fairy perform with pixie dust."  Tickets for the shows, listed below, are available   HERE . FEBRUARY 18th - West Hollywood, Peppermint Club 25th - Brooklyn, Baby's All Right MARCH 4th - London, The Social Follow Emmy Melli: Spotify  |  Apple Music  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Instagram

MAE STEPHENS - 'BLUE' Mae Stephens  finished  2025  by stepping into her confident era with the provocative  'Done With U' ,   and now the internationally  Gold -certified artist's reinvention continues as she shares her new single  'Blue' . It comes ahead of her debut  UK  headline tour which starts next month. Mae Stephens'  rise has been led by larger-than-life, big-voiced pop anthems. But with  'Blue'  she introduces a different side to herself, one that swaps the sass for the sultry. It's a song that melds retro  Motown -ish grooves with enough of a contemporary edge to give that traditional sound a dose of unpredictability. As we have come to expect,  Mae's  voice is the headline act - one that would have been just as irresistible in  1966  as it is in  2026  - and as the title indicates, she certainly doesn't shy away from confronting heartbreak head-on. Mae  says,  "Blue simply started with an intro. Something I don't really hear as much anymore. I wanted to create a story with this song walking through what it's like to cross a 'blue line'. To me a 'blue line' is the line to cross when there is no other option but to call it quits. I wanted to create something that doesn't represent an angry breakup but a pattern of disappointment and frustration that leads to the final cut off point. I think this song follows very well from my previous release 'Done With U' as they sit in the same bracket of cutting someone off/out of your life, just simply in a more pleasant, less aggressive way." The video uses dramatic choreography as a metaphor for the song's meaning: the two dancers instinctively drawn together but ultimately forced apart like repelling magnets. Its class is further heightened by  Mae's  mesmerising performance and its moody, blue-filter aesthetic. It was directed by  Willow Hazell . Watch the official video  HERE. 'Blue'  was written by  Mae Stephens  with the track's producers,  Morgan Avenue  ( Mae's  collaborator on the mega smash  'If We Ever Broke Up' ) and  Jheynner  ( ANOTR ,  Yendry ).  Last year  Mae Stephens  put her focus on identifying her long-term artistic identity. She has already achieved so much - rapidly going from a job in  ASDA  to landing a global hit with ' If We Ever Broke Up' . Just how often do you see an almost unknown artist hit  #1  in  Japan and  China , go  Top 15  in the  UK , and earn  Gold -certifications in both the  UK  and  US . A total of  400 million  streams to date is evidence of its international impact. Collabs with  Meghan Trainor ,  The Chainsmokers  and  Alok  all followed, as well as big shows with  BLACKPINK, P!NK  and  Tom Grennan . But there was more to come from  Mae , including her debut EP  'Securely Insecure'  - and  2026  looks set to be a landmark year for her future. Next month will see  Mae Stephens  continue to push forwards with her debut  UK  headline tour - an opportunity to take that big stage experience into intimate venues and connect with fans in person. Arranged with  Pure  and  Music Venue Trust , tickets for the dates, listed below, are available  HERE .   MARCH 18th - Norwich, Arts Centre 19th - Sheffield, Sidney and Matilda 21st - Edinburgh, Sneaky Pete's 22nd - Newcastle, The Cluny 24th - Nottingham, Bodega Social Club 25th - Birkenhead, Future Yard 27th - Cardiff, Clwb Ifor Bach 28th - Bristol, The Louisiana 29th - Tunbridge Wells, The Forum 31st - Bedford, Esquires APRIL 1st - London, The Lower Third Follow Mae Stephens: SPOTIFY  |   APPLE MUSIC  |   YOUTUBE  |   TIKTOK  |   INSTAGRAM

Isle Of Wight Festival HIGHLIGHTS UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES FOR EMERGING ARTISTS TO PLAY THE MAINSTAGE VIA 2026 WIGHT NOIZE COMPETITION JOHN GIDDINGS: " We want the Isle of Wight to be a place where you can see a legendary act and then walk across the field with your family to discover the next big thing... We love what we do " [Friday 13th February 2026] Sky presents the Isle of Wight Festival  was honoured with yet another accolade last night, receiving the 2026  Musos Festival Award . The award, presented during a ceremony   at  Electric Ballroom  in  Camden  celebrating the best of the UK music scene, recognises the festival's unique ability to deliver performances by world-class indie artists alongside some of the biggest names in music. The win comes as the festival enters a busy 2026 season, having recently highlighted its ongoing commitment to the next generation of talent. The festival continues to champion both  Hot Vox  and their  New Blood  initiative, as well as the  Wight Noize  competition, which in 2026 will once again give emerging artists based on the island the life-changing opportunity to open the iconic Main Stage. This long-standing initiative, in partnership with  Platform One , remains a cornerstone of the festival's mission to support the grassroots circuit alongside its blockbuster headliners. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of  Platform One , eligibility for  Wight Noize  applicants has been expanded to artists aged 16-30, opening the Main Stage dream to a wider range of artists. 2025 winners  5 Degrees North  described the experience as " such an incredible experience... To anyone thinking of applying - never get disheartened and just give it a shot! " Applications for emerging artists to enter the  Wight Noize  competition are now open.  Speaking about the MUSOs award,  John Giddings  said: " Coming from the MUSOs, this means a lot because it recognises the specific atmosphere we work so hard to create. We want the Isle of Wight to be a place where you can see a legendary act and then walk across the field with your family to discover the next big thing. We love what we do, and we truly appreciate the people who make the journey over the Solent to celebrate with us. " After accepting the award,  Giddings  returned to the stage later that evening to surprise  Mikey Jonns  with a special award honoring his tireless dedication to championing grassroots artists through the  This Feeling  stage. The 2026 festival is set to be one of its biggest yet, with a lineup featuring  Lewis Capaldi ,  Calvin Harris , and  The Cure , alongside  Wet Leg ,  The Kooks ,  The Ks ,  Tom Grennan ,  Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter ,  The Last Dinner Party  and many more.  About the Isle of Wight Festival The Isle of Wight Festival made its return in 2002 under music promotion extraordinaire John Giddings and has become one of the UK's most beloved festivals. Renowned for its one-of-a-kind atmosphere and consistently stellar lineups, it has hosted global superstars including David Bowie, The Rolling Stones, and Amy Winehouse. The festival is a cornerstone of the UK's summer calendar, famous for mixing legendary heritage acts with the brightest emerging talent. About the 2026 MUSO Awards The MUSO Awards are an annual celebration of the UK's music industry, recognising the accomplishments of festival organisers, production teams, and artists. The awards highlight excellence in audience experience, programming, and the cultural impact of live music events across the country. About Platform One and Wight Noize Celebrating 25 years of Platform One, this year's showcase introduces expanded eligibility for artists and bands aged 16-30, opening the opportunity to a wider creative community and alumni. The change reflects Platform One's long-standing mission to nurture Island talent at every stage of its journey while marking a significant milestone in the organisation's history. Since its inception, Wight Noize and the partnership with the Isle of Wight Festival has helped emerging artists transform local momentum into major live opportunities, and is now established as one of the UK's longest-running grassroots music initiatives. Designed to support performers creating original music, Wight Noize identifies artists ready to take meaningful steps into the industry, offering invaluable exposure to a professional industry panel and a large-scale festival audience. Follow the Isle of Wight Festival:  Tik Tok /  Facebook  /  Instagram  /  X  /  YouTube

Review By Lauren Page / LiveWithLP There is no storytelling country talent quite like Larry Fleet. With three incredible albums already under his belt, Fleet has long proven himself as one of the genre’s most reliable and heartfelt voices. So when he announced his fourth studio album, Another Year Older, it felt fair to question whether it would be possible to raise the bar yet again. Somehow, against already high expectations, he’s done exactly that. From the moment American Made landed as the album’s first single, it was clear this record would be rooted in everything Larry Fleet does best. The track is a soul-driven anthem that proudly celebrates the values that sit at the core of Fleet’s identity: hard work, family, humility, and appreciating the victories, whether they are big or small, which comes with staying grounded. It’s honest, it’s warm, and it sets the tone perfectly for what follows. There’s a familiarity to the sound, but it never feels repetitive; instead, it feels timeless. That true-to-his-word quality is a thread that runs through every Larry Fleet record, and Another Year Older is no exception. The album consists of 11 tracks, including the previously released singles American Made and Both Sides of the Fence, both of which received rave reviews across streaming platforms and socials. Both Sides of the Fence, in particular, stands out as a thoughtful reflection on perspective and personal growth - an idea that mirrors the album’s title and overarching themes. Fleet doesn’t just sing about getting older; he sings about becoming wiser, more reflective, and more appreciative of where he’s been and where he’s going. Opening the record with More of That, Baseball on the Radio, and Hotel Bible, listeners are immediately invited into Fleet’s world, which is a place built on blue-collar pride, quiet moments, and deeply personal storytelling. These tracks feel lived-in, like snapshots pulled straight from real memories rather than songs written to fit a formula. It’s in moments like these that Fleet truly shines, proving once again that his strength lies in making the ordinary feel extraordinary. One of my all-time favourite Larry Fleet songs, Baby You Do from his 2019 debut album Workin’ Hard, showed a slightly different side to his sound, which is more upbeat, a little dancier, but still firmly rooted in his traditional country foundation. That same energy resurfaces on Another Year Older through tracks like If These Walls Could Talk, Whole Lotta Little Things, and Drunk Advice. These songs strike a perfect balance between fun and feeling, making you want to step straight into a honky-tonk, let the band take over, and get swept across the dancefloor without a second thought (ok, that’s my dream), but the realism Fleet creates, sometimes within just a single verse, is nothing short of magic! What truly sets Another Year Older apart is its cohesion. There’s a natural flow from song to song, not just in sound but in emotion. Themes of love, loss, reflection, celebration, and acceptance intertwine seamlessly, making the album feel like one continuous journey rather than a collection of individual tracks.  Whether it’s the slower, more introspective moments or the upbeat, foot-tapping anthems, every song has a place and a purpose. There’s something here for every mood and every listener. Ultimately, Another Year Older feels like the most complete version of Larry Fleet yet. It’s confident without being flashy, emotional without being overdone, and deeply personal while still universally relatable. It’s the sound of an artist who knows exactly who he is and isn’t afraid to lean into it. With this release, Larry Fleet hasn’t just matched his previous work; he’s solidified his place as one of country music’s most genuine and compelling storytellers. Another Year Older is out February 13th.