Asher Angel “Flips The Switch”
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Asher Angel “Flips The Switch”

“This song is about staying confident and comfortable in your own skin,” says Asher. “I’ve always promoted being yourself and having confidence in yourself. With all the hate and negativity on social media, this song is about flipping the switch on that and highlighting positivity.”

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Stray Kids Rock Out on New EP “Rock-Star”
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Stray Kids Rock Out on New EP “Rock-Star”

Stray Kids also recognized as SKZ, is a K-Pop boy group consisting of eight members: Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N. Formed on a JYP Entertainment reality show in 2017, they debuted on March 25, 2018, operating through three subgroups: 3Racha, DanceRacha, and VocalRacha.

Their recent release is the 3rd full-length album, "5-Star," accompanied by the Japanese EP “Social Path / Super Bowl - Japanese Ver.” and EP “Rock-Star.”

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Aqua Brings Down the House in Boston
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Aqua Brings Down the House in Boston

For the first time in the band’s history, Europop sensation Aqua traveled to the United States, bringing together Barbie fans and music enthusiasts alike at the House of Blues Boston this past week. Despite being a Wednesday night, the crowd was packed and singing along non-stop to Aqua’s entire discography.

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Live: Jeremy Zucker On “is nothing sacred?”
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Live: Jeremy Zucker On “is nothing sacred?”

Since his debut EP in 2015, Zucker has released four albums and several EPs and singles. The 27-year-old artist has collaborated with the likes of Tate McRae, blackbear, and Chelsea Cutler. Despite his evolution over the years, Zucker's musical essence - that distinctive "Jeremy Zuckerness" - that fans know and cherish remains intact.

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Live: Knox Is Good At Being Alone in NYC
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Live: Knox Is Good At Being Alone in NYC

Currently on tour with Nightly, Knox brings his music to life on stage. Witnessing his performance at NYC's Racket, the red-haired artist exudes pure joy. From bounding onto the stage with his band to leaving it, Knox poured his heart into every moment.

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Live: Emei Crushes NYC Performance
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Live: Emei Crushes NYC Performance

Emei hit up NYC for two nights at the iconic Mercury Lounge this week. Young excited fans were eager to see Emei perform at the sold-out venue. Gathering around the stage, excitement built as the audience awaited Emei to appear. Bursting on stage, Emei set the room alight with her energy.

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Lil Durk and Stray Kids Heal on “All My Life” Remix
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Lil Durk and Stray Kids Heal on “All My Life” Remix

“All My Life” by Lil Durk and Stray Kids is a standout due to the lyrics and message reflecting the stories of how both artists became the performers and people they are today.

The chorus examines how life was challenging for both Lil Durk and Stray Kids, but it has motivated them to work harder to become the popular and well-known artists they are today.

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Live: Aidan Bissett is a “Supernova”
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Live: Aidan Bissett is a “Supernova”

From heartbreak and self-discovery to resilience and hope, Bissett lays it all out in the seven tracks of Supernova. Rooted in rock and indie, his music strikes a delicate balance between the raw authenticity of rock and the catchy allure of pop. Soft, casual, and heartfelt lyrics push and pull with compelling guitar lines and catchy melodies that prevent Bissett from becoming trite. Bissett's authenticity and honesty strike deeper, creating compelling narratives through a rich sonic tapestry.

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Live: Peter McPoland Brings Piggy to Boston
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Live: Peter McPoland Brings Piggy to Boston

Peter McPoland’s performance at the Royale in Boston was a night to remember for the artist and his fans. Boston was the Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter’s second stop on his current North American tour, commemorating the release of his second album, Piggy, a tribute to William Golding’s Lord of The Flies.

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Live: Jonah Kagen Takes “The Roads” To NYC
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Live: Jonah Kagen Takes “The Roads” To NYC

Gracing the stage with acoustic guitar in hand and harmonica in mouth, Jonah kicked off the night with the opening track from his EP, “hill that i’ll die on.” Fairy lights adorned the stage, wrapping around the microphone to create a warm atmosphere that enveloped the entire venue.

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Yves Tumor Shreds Roadrunner
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Yves Tumor Shreds Roadrunner

The band played their hearts out though, shredding onstage as if they were playing to a sold-out crowd in Fenway Park.

Tumor didn’t cater to their audience either, they played songs from their earliest album to their latest release, Praise a Lord Who Chews but Which Does Not Consume; (Or Simply, Hot Between Worlds).

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Live: Don Broco Unleashes "The Amazing Things" at Soma San Diego
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Live: Don Broco Unleashes "The Amazing Things" at Soma San Diego

Soma San Diego, an iconic venue nestled in the heart of Southern California, was the epicenter of rock 'n' roll euphoria as fans gathered for the electrifying kick-off show of Don Broco's "The Amazing Things" tour. The air was thick with anticipation as the UK rock sensation prepared to make their mark on American soil, and from the very first note, it was clear that this would be an unforgettable night.

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Live: The Wombats Take Brooklyn Steel
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Live: The Wombats Take Brooklyn Steel

Full of energy, The Wombats have phenomenal stage presence. With Dan pounding on the drums, Matthew and Tord used the entire stage, jumping around and interacting with fans. The band even had wombat mascots come on stage to dance.

The enduring appeal of The Wombats was evident in their setlist, spanning songs from various albums across their career. Whether it was a 2022 release or a track from 2006, the audience knew every word.

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Jonah Kagen Shares New Single “Pollution”
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Jonah Kagen Shares New Single “Pollution”

“’Pollution’ is about nostalgia, but more specifically, it’s about the desperate craving to get back to a time of simplicity and innocence,” Jonah shares. “I think there’s something especially heartbreaking about losing your innocence as you grow up, and it’s something that I think about every day.”

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Live: Sadie Jean Shares Performance and New Album Announcement
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Live: Sadie Jean Shares Performance and New Album Announcement

This Tuesday, an eager crowd awaited Sadie Jean as she opened for Johnny Orlando on The Ride tour. Yells of “I love you, Sadie” echoed across the venue as she graced the stage. Settling herself in with her acoustic guitar, Sadie Jean kicked off the night with “Locksmith.”

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