Discovering New Jazz Music is always an exciting event, and January 5, 2026, brought several compelling releases to the forefront, highlighted by Jazz 88.3 KCCK. This “New Music Monday” presented top artists whose new albums are making significant waves, solidifying a pivotal day for trending music and the exciting world of New Jazz Music. The…
The new year brings a powerful music collaboration, with Yungblud releasing a reimagined version of his song “Zombie” in partnership with the legendary band The Smashing Pumpkins. This exciting new music collaboration features a Billy Corgan feature and offers a heavier Zombie version of the track. The reworked song, a significant moment for modern rock…
LG Electronics is set to redefine portable audio with its groundbreaking new AI xboom Speakers, a testament to the brand’s commitment to AI audio technology. In a pivotal collaboration with music icon will.i.am, these LG AI speakers are engineered to seamlessly integrate into every lifestyle, offering an unparalleled listening journey. The official unveiling, timed just…
The Hollywood Box Office experienced tepid growth in 2025, with North American theaters earning $8.76 billion by December 28. This marked a small 1.6% increase from 2024, yet numbers remained well below pre-pandemic highs, as a $10 billion year was once the industry norm. The full-year record for the Hollywood Box Office was $11.9 billion…
The Central African Republic Election on December 28, 2025, represented a significant moment for the nation’s political trajectory. This comprehensive general election saw citizens participate in presidential, legislative, and municipal polls, with incumbent President Faustin-Archange Touadéra vying for another term. The Central African Republic Election served as a crucial test of national stability after prolonged…
Lagos, Nigeria – The vibrant future of the Africa Music Business takes center stage on January 8, 2026. Industry titans will gather at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos for the crucial Africa Music Business Summit (AMBS). The summit is a flagship event of the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). Its theme is “Connect,…
K-Pop Critic Kim Young-dae Dies at 48 The passing of K-Pop Critic Kim Young-dae at the age of 48 marks a profound loss for the global music landscape. His death, announced on December 25, 2025, through his social media accounts, was a shock to many who followed his insightful commentary on Korean pop music. Known…
The highly anticipated Border 2 Teaser has officially dropped, immediately setting a powerful and patriotic tone for what’s to come. A commanding dialogue echoes loudly: “Aawaz kaha tak jaani chahiye? Lahore tak!”. This impactful line from the Border 2 Teaser instantly grabbed significant attention online, signaling the triumphant return of a beloved franchise and making…
Ciara took center stage, headlining TikTok’s first-ever TikTok Awards show, marking a major cultural moment for the TikTok Awards. This inaugural celebration of the platform’s creators and viral trends, the TikTok Awards, took place on December 18, 2025, at the Hollywood Palladium, serving as TikTok’s inaugural awards show in the US. The TikTok Awards represent…
J Hus Drops Surprise ‘Half Clip’ EP, Ignites Buzz Before Lagos Show J Hus has delivered a surprise new EP, the ‘Half Clip’ EP, on Friday, December 12, 2025. This surprise music release features three brand new tracks and arrives just before J Hus’s highly anticipated show in Lagos, Nigeria, scheduled for December 20th. The…
