On the verge of a definitive moment, multiplatinum Florida hip-hop powerhouse BossMan Dlow unleashes a catchy, bold, and charismatic new single entitled “Nothin Like Me” out today via Alamo Records. Listen HERE. Its arrival dramatically ups the anticipation for his anxiously awaited new full-length LP, Chicken Talkin’ Bastard, now dropping NEXT FRIDAY April 10, 2026. Pre-order/Pre-save HERE.
To preview the project, he shared a hilarious cinematic trailer for the album co-starring none other than comedian and actor Desi Banks and including a cameo from a live chicken.
Rising London based rising alt soul & pop artist Sophiz shares her anthemic new single ‘Red Lipstick’, a powerful and visceral slice of alt leftfield rock pop born from a level of emotional and creative chaos.
‘Red Lipstick’ is available now on your streaming service of choice via APOLLO Distribution.
seeTrees has released their latest single, “Lights Out in the City,” a rock anthem calling for optimism amid the suffocating dismay of today’s world. Written by Drew Lawrence and produced by Luke Adams (Jacob Dylan, Pete Yorn), the song insists on morality and decorum amid a polarizing, extreme political landscape. “Lights Out in the City” is available on all major streaming platforms now.
“Lights Out in the City” hits the ground running with a catchy, cinematic instrumental that captivates the audience with ethereal keys and a confident drum beat. “‘Lights Out in the City’ navigates the current extremes and hypocrisies in our political climate while pleading for decency and a return to being a beacon of civility and freedom for the world,” explains the brainchild behind the project, Drew Lawrence. Lawrence’s nostalgic vocal quality draws in listeners as he sings, “It’s a delicate rage / Dangerously safe / Can’t even explain where we are.” He holds the audience’s hand through the fire as the track blooms in desperation for peace and understanding, begging listeners to find common ground with one another. The single has a heart of its own: it’s anthemic and inspiring, casting a protective shield over the ray of sanguinity that continues to dim with each misstep. “The USA is still one of the best experiments yet on this planet, and we need to be careful not to let that beacon of hope dim. Greed, false information, for-profit media, entitlement, and an utter disregard for precedent are all chipping away at our foundation.” Despite everything, “Lights Out in the City” glimmers with perseverance and determination.
Devon-born artist and producer Austel (Annie Rew Shaw) reveals a captivating live performance video of her latest single ‘Hotel Room Window View’.
Today’s new video acts as an enticing teaser ahead of Austel’s upcoming UK tour which will commence after the release of her second album ‘Mirror To Mine’, which is due for release on the 5th June. See below for full tour dates and your tickets here;
8th June – Little Buildings, Newcastle
7th June at The Poetry Club, Glasgow
9th June – Hyde Park Book Club, Leeds
10th June – The Sunflower Lounge, Birmingham
12th June – Pink Moon, Brighton
15th June – Bristol Folk House, Bristol
17th June – Elysium Cafe, Swansea
18th June – Green Note, London
19th June – Other Space Arts, Windsor
20th June – 12 Bar Music & Social, Exeter
Los Angeles-based post-punk artist Nick Moon has released his latest track, “Setting Sun,” the first single from his upcoming album, Who is the Bone Man. “Setting Sun” is a satirical and playful confrontation of the growing class divide in the United States, served with a side of a dance-worthy beat and a dash of a catchy chorus. “Setting Sun” is available to stream on all streaming platforms now.
“Setting Sun” hits the ground running with a groovy, surf-rock beat, punchy percussives, and provocative lyrics. With a vocal personality akin to none other than David Byrne of the Talking Heads, Nick Moon hooks the audience with the familiar croon off the bat. Moon adopts an exaggerated caricature of a persona in this track, with his mastered deadpan delivery and absurdly compelling sound a la Julian Casablancas, paying homage to additional inspirations such as LCD Soundsystem and Car Seat Headrest. “Setting Sun” features multiple sweeping guitar solos that are as intoxicating as they are electric, getting the audience dancing if they weren’t already. The repeated chorus demands a crowd-wide singalong, with lyrics such as “You’re going out of style / So babe you better run / I’ll meet you there at the setting sun.” Moon’s cheeky, razor-sharp sarcasm will feel instantly familiar to fans of the post-punk scene. Paired with his commanding control over the track’s gritty instrumentals, “Setting Sun” lands as an immediate standout. “‘Setting Sun’ is a fantasy about hunting down rich people on their day of reckoning,” he explains. “When I play the guitar solo live, I like to run back and forth across the stage. I also sing the first few lines of the song to a plastic skull.” Written and performed by Nick Moon, “Setting Sun” was produced by Anthony Rosales and Henry McKenzie.
Multi-platinum selling singer-songwriter Cody Simpson has released the music video for his new single “When It Comes to Loving You” via Range Music / BMG — watch HERE. The video serves as the second act to the “Baby Blue” video released on March 27, together constituting a bold, cinematic announcement of Simpson’s return to music after a six-year hiatus. The latest video was teased earlier this week with a Billboard on LA’s iconic Sunset blvd, playfully taking inspiration from the infamous Fight Club line “The first rule of Cody Simpson is: You do not talk about Cody Simpson” – See here.
The “When It Comes to Loving You” video is directed by Antony Muse and picks up precisely where “Baby Blue” left off: Cody entering a darkened building and cutting to black. The second act reopens on the roaring aftermath of a Fight Club-style underground fight, with Cody ultimately emerging victorious — sprayed with blood, surrounded by a roaring crowd. Conceived as a two-part visual companion to both singles, the double music video signals the beginning of a new creative chapter for Simpson.
“This is the most fun I’ve ever had on a video set. Coming off my career being an athlete, getting physical for my work is now one of my favorite things to do. This fight-club inspired music video is a fun and starkly contrasted extension of the narrative begun in ‘Baby Blue’. Hope you dig it. Just whatever you do don’t talk about it!” – Cody Simpson
Emerging singer-songwriter LENNY returns with her new single ‘Daydream’, a stripped-back melancholic and deeply emotive track that offers the clearest insight yet into her upcoming mixtape ‘Wishful Thinking’, due Autumn 2026.
‘Daydream’ is available now on your streaming service of choice via APOLLO Distribution.
Fresh off an explosive return to Ultra Miami, 2x-GRAMMY nominee and global electronic powerhouse Steve Aoki joins forces with record-breaking comedian Sebastian Maniscalco for the release of their electrifying new single, “Does Your Father Know You Dance Like That?” – out today.
Listen to “Does Your Father Know You Dance Like That?” HERE via Casablanca Records/ Wexler Records, and watch the official music video HERE.
Blending high-energy festival production with Maniscalco’s signature mix of physical comedy observational humor, and vividly animated storytelling rooted in life’s absurdities, the track lands as a bold, fan-first moment – designed for dance floors, group chats, and viral choreography alike. Built around an instantly addictive hook and playful call-and-response structure, the record captures the spirit of a night out at its most chaotic and hilarious.
Star2 began his life in a Thai refugee camp where he was forced to flee genocide from the Burmese army in Myanmar who burned his village to the ground. A lottery in the camp brought him to San Diego with his grandmother and her four children, where he began a new life. Under the mentorship of esteemed producer Chico Bennett, his collaborations with acclaimed rappers include Soulja Boy, $tupid Young, Mozzy, MBNel, Luh Kel, Lil Poppa, HoodTrophy Bino, YS
N Flow, and MarMar Oso to name a few. While not on tour, he documents his journey in the popular ‘Adventures of Star2’ series on YouTube. As an influential figure in Asian-American music, Star2 entwines heartfelt stories with captivating visuals, chronicling a tale of resilience and ascent. Esteemed platforms like Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam, GQ, HotNewHipHop, Ones to Watch, BET, and Lyrical Lemonade, among others, have celebrated his contributions.
Emerging indie-pop artist INDIE returns with new single ‘wait, we broke up?’ – an upbeat, emotionally layered take on friendship fallout, set against bright, hook-driven production that leans away from the expected melancholy of a friendship breakup song.
‘wait, we broke up?’ is available now on your streaming service of choice via APOLLO Distribution.
With disco once again lighting up modern pop charts, New York musician Raymond Castronovo is channeling the pulse of the 1970s dance floor with his new single “The Touch,” out now on all streaming platforms. Best known as the frontman of the retro-inspired rock band Streetwise, Castronovo now leans fully into the era’s glittering grooves with a feel-good track designed to bring people back together on the dance floor. “The Touch” is the first single from the Love Street EP by Streetwise Productions, set to arrive later this year.
Written by Castronovo with producer and songwriter Chris Palmaro (Saturday Night Live Band), “The Touch” features an all-star lineup of musicians. Powerhouse vocalist Ada Dyer (Chaka Khan, Roberta Flack, Lenny Kravitz, Boz Scaggs, U2, Cher, Sting) leads the track, with backing vocals by Jenny Douglas-Foote (P!nk, Janet Jackson, Cher, Rob Thomas) and Carolyn Leonhart (Steely Dan). The studio band includes Tony Kadleck and Brian Pareschi on trumpet, Andy Snitzer on saxophone, and Mike Davis on trombone.
The song was produced, co-written, and co-arranged by Palmaro, mixed and mastered by Kevin Halpin (Bruce Hornsby, John Denver), and engineered by Gordon Minnette of 3rd Circle Music. Vocals were recorded at the legendary Hit Factory Studios in New York City, where artists including The Rolling Stones, John Lennon, Mariah Carey, Post Malone, and The Weeknd have recorded.
The official music video for “The Touch” was directed and produced by Naomi Hogarty and shot by Rod Weber of 91 East Productions. Filmed at Studio Royalenova Performing Arts in Center Moriches, NY and at a warehouse in eastern Long Island, the video features professional dancers alongside students performing an original routine choreographed by George Eleazer III of Royalenova Performing Arts. Principal dancers Jake Craig and Tiffani Russell are joined by performers from Royalenova Performing Arts and Sara Jean Dance Company in Smithtown, NY.
New Zealand-based producer SoulChef returns today with Raw Silk, a new full-length instrumental album out now via Cinq Music Group, a division of GoDigital Music. Known for his signature blend of soulful jazz textures, boom-bap rhythms, and timeless instrumental hip-hop, SoulChef expands his catalog with a project that feels both deeply rooted and forward-moving.
Raw Silk is a cohesive collection of warm, richly layered compositions designed for deep listening, late-night sessions, focus, and visual storytelling. Blending jazz-influenced melodies, analog-inspired textures, and classic hip-hop drum patterns, the album unfolds as a continuous listening experience that rewards immersion and repeat plays.
SoulChef says “I wanted to capture a specific feeling with Raw Silk: the combination of hard, raw hip-hop elements and the smooth, polished melodies of R&B and soul. I created this music to give you a break from the noise. A place of peace through music, where you can go to escape the busy world.”
Rising indie-folk pop singer Aly Navarro has released her comeback single “DNR,” the first off her forthcoming EP. This haunting, introspective ballad depicts the uphill battle of walking away from a relationship that died long ago and coming to terms with goodbyes. “DNR” is available to stream on digital platforms worldwide.
“DNR” opens with stark vulnerability and self-awareness on top of a wading, stripped-back instrumental. Immediately pulling the audience into her headspace, we are introduced to a romantic partnership plagued with “maybes” and unreliability, and Navarro’s lyricism makes clear that she is ready to pick herself up and move on with her life. DNR” is the story of the relationship that came after the end of her long-term relationship. “I learned that he was not who I originally thought he was, and when I decided that I did not deserve to feel the way he made me feel, that was when I wrote DNR with my co-writers [Makena Tate, Michael Leto],” says Navarro. “I decided I could no longer stand the disrespect and confusion that this ‘situationship’ was causing me.” Resembling the authenticity and artistry of Lizzy McAlpine and Sara Bareilles, “DNR” showcases Navarro’s rich tone and raw emotions as she undergoes this inevitable transition out of a toxic connection. “I’ve gotta pull the plug, Whatever this was, it wasn’t love, Breathing us back to life / Is wasting my air on what’s not right,” Navarro sings as she accepts the fact that this love isn’t as strong as she thought it was, and that despite how painful it is to walk away, sometimes it is what’s necessary. The track was produced, mixed, and recorded by Michael Leto, mastered by Theo Quayle, and features Ethan Rounds on acoustic guitar and banjo, slide guitar by James Fall, and drums and bass by Michael Leto.
MARIS
“Missing Me”
• Rising pop artist MARIS releases her new single, “Missing Me,” an upbeat pop anthem that captures the vulnerability of longing for someone and wondering if they feel the same.
• MARIS continues to cut through, with the LA Times dubbing her as “pop music’s next mega star.” The single releases alongside a Vevo DSCVR performance video – her second of the year – plus an official music video to follow on April 15th.
• In support of the release, MARIS will embark on her MARIS Goes To College Tour, a 17-date run that’ll be kicking off April 8th in Athens, GA, and wrapping up May 3rd in Bloomington, IN. Tickets are available HERE.
RITA WILSON
“Jury of One”
• As the third single off of her upcoming album, Sound of a Woman, out May 1st, Rita Wilson releases “Jury of One,” a pop track about reclaiming yourself.
• “It’s so hard to devote my attention to something without feeling guilty about all the things I’m not doing. Apologizing can become habitual and sometimes we do it to keep the peace, because it’s easier than standing up for something you believe in.” – Rita Wilson
• Created with Grammy-Award-winners, including co-writer Amy Wadge (Ed Sheeran, Alicia Keys) and producer Dave Cobb (Brandi Carlile, Lady Gaga), it’s released alongside a music video directed by Sundance Award-winning Steve Sebring (Patti Smith).
CHANDLER LEIGHTON
“Waiting For You To Heal”
• Following her sophomore EP, Coming Up For Air, Chandler Leighton releases a cinematic pop track, her first of 2026, “Waiting For You To Heal.” With layered synths and lyrics that cut deep, it dives into the journey of learning empathy to heal deep wounds you once thought would break you.
• “Maybe while waiting for others to heal, we realize we still have so much healing of our own. And if we learn to empathize, we could have more forgiveness and grace for how others choose to heal that have nothing to do with us.” – Chandler Leighton
• Co-produced with SameSame (Cage The Elephant, Beyoncé, Rihanna), it’s mixed and mastered by Thomas Warren (Dominic Fike, Charli xcx, Katy Perry).
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