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Cole Swindell drops his new song “Forever To Me”

Cole Swindell at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on July 13^ 2019 in Wantagh^ New York.

Cole Swindell has released his new single “Forever To Me,” which will be included on his upcoming as-yet-untitled fifth studio album.

Swindell shares of the track: “To be living in a moment and get to write about it, I don’t think it can ever get more real than that. And one of the reasons I love songwriting and country music. Outside of ‘You Should Be Here,’ I think this song is honestly one of the most personal songs I have written and shows exactly where I am in my life – Greylan [James], Rocky [Block] and I knew from the time we sat down to write this song that it was special. This is one I think a lot of folks can relate to in some way- either what you dream about one day or what it is like to finally find your forever.”. Take a listen to “Forever to Me” – here.

Swindell will launch his 2024 headlining Win The Night Tour on May 16th in London, Ontario, Canada. Joining Cole on tour will be special guest Dylan Scott as well as Jon Langston, Lily Rose, Mackenzie Carpenter, Meghan Patrick, and Restless Road who will be on various dates throughout the tour.

For tickets and a full list of dates, head to coleswindell.com.

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Riley Green drops his new EP ‘Way Out Here’

Riley Green performs in concert on August 30^ 2019 at Northwell Health at Jones Beach in Wantagh^ New York.

Riley Green has dropped his new EP “Way Out Here”, the follow-up to his last, full-length LP just five months ago. The new EP’s title track, a cover of Josh Thompson’s “Way Out Here” was released prior to the EP drop, as well as the singles “Damn Good Day To Leave” and ‘Worst Way.’

Green shares: “We’ve been playing these new songs on the road and wanted to get them to the fans as soon as possible. I’m always working on new music and have more coming throughout the year.”

Included on the seven-song EP tracklist are several other unreleased tunes Green had previously teased: “Jesus Saves,” “Good Morning from Mexico,” “Pick a Place,” “Worst Way” and his current single at country radio, “Damn Good Day to Leave.”

Green is currently on the road with his headlining tour in support of his album “Ain’t My Last Rodeo” alongside Tracy Chapman and Ella Langley. Tickets are available now at rileygreenmusic.com.

To stream ‘Way Out Here’, visit this link.

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Tyla makes history with self-titled debut album ‘TYLA’

Tyla Seethal attends the HM Mugler launch at Lexington Armory in New York on April 19^ 2023

Grammy-winning sensation Tyla has achieved a top 25 Billboard 200 debut, as well as hitting No. 1 on Billboard’s World Music chart, with her debut album, TYLA.  

TYLA became the highest-charting album on the US Billboard 200 Albums Chart by a female African soloist in chart history with its Top 25 debut at No. 24, due in part to over 26 million domestic streams.

Released on March 22nd via Epic Records, TYLA also achieved several other Billboard Top 5 chart debuts, including a No. 1 slot on the Current R&B Album Chart, No. 2 on the R&B Overall Consumption Chart, and No. 3 on the Current R&B & Hip-Hop Chart. It also marks Tyla as the first artist to occupy seven of the top ten spots on the Afrobeats chart.

TYLA, comprised of 14 tracks and featuring Travis Scott, Becky G, Gunna, Skillibeng and Kelvin Momo, is available for streaming – here.

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‘Sunset Boulevard’ starring Nicole Scherzinger to open on Broadway this fall

Nicole Scherzinger at the photocall for "The X Factor: Celebrity"^ London^ UK. October 09^ 2019

The musical Sunset Boulevard is headed to Broadway in the fall, marking the Broadway debut of singer/actress Nicole Scherzinger in the title role of Norma Desmond. Scherzinger starred in the West End revival of the production in London, which ran from September 2023 through January 2024. Jamie Lloyd, who directed the West End version, will return to direct the Broadway version.

Producers announced that the production will begin previews Sept. 28 at St. James Theatre in New York City and officially open Oct. 20: “Nicole Scherzinger makes her Broadway debut as Norma Desmond in SUNSET BLVD. at the St. James Theatre. Get tickets by signing up at sunsetblvdbroadway.com.”

Sunset Boulevard musical features music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and a book and lyrics by Don Black and Christopher Hampton; Webber’s musical is based on the 1950 film of the same name, starring Gloria Swanson and William Holden. Scherzinger came to fame with the Pussycat Dolls; her other theater credits include a West End revival of ‘Cats.’

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18-year-old shot and killed on Delaware State University campus

Dover^ Delaware^ United Stated - May 28^ 2018: Website of The Delaware State Police (DSP)^ U.S.A.

Police are investigating the shooting death of an 18-year-old on the campus of Delaware State University early Sunday morning. According to Dover Police, officers responded at about 1:40 a.m. to a report of shots on the campus’ freshman dorm, Warren-Franklin Residential Hall; upon arriving at the scene, they located an 18-year-old woman who was not a registered student who had been shot in the upper body. The young woman was taken to Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus where she died from her injuries. Her identity has not yet been released by police. Police said no other injuries were reported in connection to the shooting, and at this time they don’t have a description of any possible suspects.

A university statement provided by police said the campus was closed Sunday with no visitation permitted, with all events canceled and police patrols increased. Delaware State University’s statement posted on the Dover PD’s website read: “The DSU Police Department and staff will continue to take all necessary actions to ensure the health and well-being of our campus community. Counseling services are available in the Tubman Laws Hall housing office. The campus is closed today, events have been cancelled, and police patrols have been increased. No visitation will be permitted today.”

Dover police and Delaware State University police are investigating the case, which was classified as a homicide.  The Delaware State University Student Government Association said in a statement posted on Instagram that the shooting “tragic” and urged the rest of the campus community to stay safe: “as your Student Government Association, we stand united in supporting one another through this difficult time. Let us come together to offer comfort, strength, and solidarity to those affected by this tragedy.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302)736-7130 or submit tips through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

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2 young siblings killed at child’s birthday party in Michigan after driver crashes into building

ambulance on emergency car in motion blur

Two young siblings were killed when an intoxicated driver crashed into a Michigan business where a child’s birthday party was being held over the weekend.  Per CNN, An 8-year-old girl and her 5-year-old brother were killed, and at least nine others were seriously injured at the party at a boat club in Newport, Michigan, on Saturday when a driver drove through the building where the celebration was taking place.

The Monroe County Sheriff’s office said in a news release Sunday that the vehicle crashed into Swan Boat Club in Berlin Charter Township around 3 p.m. Saturday and came to a stop about 25 feet inside the building, where the young child’s birthday party was being held. Authorities allege that the driver, a 66-year-old woman, was intoxicated while operating the vehicle. First responders provided first-aid to 15 victims and nine were transported by ambulance or helicopter to hospitals, while the other victims sought medical treatment on their own.

Monroe County Sheriff Troy Goodnough said that the two children were pronounced dead at the scene, and three children and six adults were rushed to medical facilities by ambulance or University of Michigan medical helicopter with “serious life-threatening injuries.”  Goodnough said that the driver, who authorities are not yet identifying publicly, was taken into police custody and is being held at the Monroe County Jail. She was arrested for operating a vehicle while intoxicated causing death, and is likely facing additional charges as the investigation continues, the sheriff said.

The Swan Boat Club, located on Lake Erie in the community of Newport, is about 30 miles south of Detroit. The venue said on Facebook that it will be closed through the weekend, adding: “Please keep all the people and families in attendance in your prayers. We thank everyone for their concern and prayers.”

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Country Daypop

Morgan Wallen shares statement after Nashville arrest for reckless endangerment

Morgan Wallen performs at CMT's RAMJAM on June 3^ 2019 at TopGolf in Nashville^ Tennessee.

Morgan Wallen has finally addressed his arrest in Nashville earlier this month for reckless endangerment, after he allegedly threw a chair off of the roof of Chief’s, a six-story bar owned by fellow country artist Eric Church. Wallen, 30, was arrested on three counts of reckless endangerment for the two officers and was charged with disorderly conduct, with witnesses sharing that the country singer laughed after the incident, and had been drinking.

Wallen took to X to make his first public statement regarding the arrest on April 7, writing: “I didn’t feel right publicly checking in until I made amends with some folks. I’ve touched base with Nashville law enforcement, my family, and the good people at Chief’s. I’m not proud of my behavior, and I accept responsibility.”

Wallen continued, “I have the utmost respect for the officers working every day to keep us all safe. Regarding my tour, there will be no change. -MW”

Wallen is due in court on May 3rd, the same night he wraps a two-night stand at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium during his 2024 One Night at a Time Tour. Later this year, Wallen is set to open his own six-story multi-entertainment complex not far from Chief’s, called This Bar and Tennessee Kitchen, located in downtown Nashville’s iconic Lower Broadway district.

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Lynyrd Skynyrd & Riley Green added as headliners for inaugural Field & Stream Music Fest

Lynyrd Skynyrd perform at Exit 111 festival; Manchester^ Tennessee USA - 10-11-2019

Lynyrd Skynyrd and Riley Green have been added to the inaugural Field & Stream Music Fest this fall, joining Eric Church and Lainey Wilson as co-headliners. The event takes place October 4-6 in Winnsboro, South Carolina, and will feature more than 30 artists across two stages.

The fest posted on its socials: “Please welcome co-headliner, Riley Green and Lynyrd Skynyrd to the Field & Stream Music Fest lineup! Get your tickets locked in now using our payment plans with no payments until June 1. http://fsmf.com”

Church and Morgan Wallen recently acquired the iconic Field & Stream, the pre-eminent outdoor lifestyle brand with origins back to 1871. Key aspects of the relaunch include the music festival, Field & Stream 1871 Club, a refreshed digital platform, and a limited edition apparel collection inspired by Church and Wallen.

Tickets for the Field & Stream Fest are on sale now – here.

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2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees include Cher, Mary J. Blige, Ozzy Osbourne, and more

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Downtown Cleveland Ohio USA on November 4^ 2016

On Sunday during the live broadcast of ‘American Idol,’ Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Lionel Richie and ‘AI’ host Ryan Seacrest announced the 2024 inductees into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

The incoming 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class includes Cher, Ozzy Osbourne, Mary J. Blige, A Tribe Called Quest, Dave Matthews Band, Foreigner, Peter Frampton and Kool & the Gang (per The Hollywood Reporter). Five out of the eight voted in this year were first-time nominees: Osbourne, Cher, Frampton, Foreigner and Kool & the Gang (Osbourne is being inducted to the Rock Hall for a second time; he was inducted as a member of Black Sabbath in 2006.) The complete list of inductees for 2024 follows, broken down by category.

Inductees into the ‘Performer Category’ include: Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & The Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, A Tribe Called Quest; while ‘Musical Influence Award’ inductees include: Alexis Korner, John Mayall, Big Mama Thornton. Those to be inducted into the ‘Musical Excellence Award’ category include: Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick and Norman Whitfield. Finally, the ‘Ahmet Ertegun Award’ will be presented to Suzanne de Passe.

Seven of this year’s nominees will have to wait for another chance to be inducted into the Rock Hall, including: Mariah Carey, Jane’s Addiction, Sade, Sinead O’Connor, Oasis, Lenny Kravitz and the duo Eric B. and Rakim.

The 2024 ‘Rock Hall’ class will officially be inducted in the Hall of Fame on Oct. 19. The 39th annual induction ceremony will take place at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio, streaming live on Disney+. The 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will also air as a special on ABC at a later date, and will be available on Hulu the day after the live ceremony.

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Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ smashes multiple Spotify records

Taylor Swift performs at Madison Square Garden; New York^ NY^ USA - December 13^ 2019

Spotify has announced multiple records being set by Taylor Swift after the superstar artist released her album ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ on Friday, and also surprised fans with the release of The Anthology, featuring 15 additional tracks.

The latest social post by Spotify revealed that “on April 19th, 2024, Taylor Swift’s ‘Fortnight (feat. Post Malone)’ became Spotify’s most-streamed song in a single day.”

‘The Tortured Poets Department’ had already becoming the most-streamed album in a single day according to Spotify, reportedly exceeding 300 million streams: “TTPD was the first album in Spotify history to have over 300M streams in a single day.”  That feat means Swift has the top three most-streamed albums in a single day in history – with previous records held by Midnights and 1989 (Taylor’s Version).

Spotify also posted that “On April 19th, 2024, The Tortured Poets Department became Spotify’s most-streamed album in a single day, and Taylor Swift became the most-streamed artist in a single day in Spotify history.”

Stream Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology’ – here.

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