Singapore's Indie Pop Darling Shye Unveils New Single "Eclipse"

A DREAM-POP MEDITATION
ON LOVE IN LIMBO

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January 26th, 2026 — Singapore's indie pop sensation, singer-songwriter and producer Shye returns in the new year with "Eclipse", an introspective indie rock-leaning alternative track that explores the ache of loving someone who keeps the "door half open", capturing the push-and-pull of intimacy, uncertainty, and the quiet tension of unrequited longing. Fans can stream the song HERE. 

"Eclipse" delves into the experience of caring deeply for someone who will never fully choose you. Using the recurring image of an eclipse, the song's lyrics trace a cyclical connection where closeness briefly emerges before slipping away again, leaving doubt and longing in its wake. Over time, the song arrives at a reluctant acceptance of this emotional limbo, anchored by an unresolved question: "Would they miss you the same way when they're gone, or do they simply like the safety of being able to miss you from a distance?" Shye says.

The track grew out of layered, flanged guitar lines soaked in chorus and reverb, drawing inspiration from classic dream-pop textures associated with bands like Cocteau Twins and The Cure. These shimmering guitars create an atmosphere that feels as though it is constantly fading in and out, mirroring the song's eclipse motif, while Shye's vocals remain airy and intimate, layered with light harmonies and subtle echoes that feel distant yet close. The production leans into melancholy while holding onto hope, evoking a coming-of-age film sensibility where sadness and warmth coexist, and even heartache feels beautiful in retrospect.

"As my first release of the year, it feels like a way of setting the emotional tone for what's to come, which is honesty, introspection, and being driven by feeling rather than certainty... I hope it's a song people can return to when they need something that understands how they feel."

— Shye

"Eclipse" is a song for anyone who has loved without clear answers. Shye hopes it becomes something listeners can sit with—whether it brings them back to a past version of themselves or helps them feel less alone in the present. More than anything, the song is meant to be a companion, giving voice to feelings of uncertainty and self-doubt, and offering quiet comfort in moments of emotional in-between.

Stream "Eclipse" here
 

About Shye

Shye is an independent singer-songwriter and producer known for her dreamy blend of indie-pop and alt-rock. Entirely self-taught, she writes, records, produces, mixes, and masters all her music, crafting an unmistakably DIY sound that's both intimate and expansive.

Shye first emerged onto the scene at just 16, becoming the youngest-ever winner of the Vans Musicians Wanted competition in 2018. Since then, she's released a steady stream of work, including her debut EP 'Augus7ine' (2018), followed by the genre-blurring 14-track debut album 'days to morning glory' (2020), which won 'Album of the Year' at the Youth Music Awards in Singapore in 2021. Next came the experimental EP 'hello TRINITY'  (2021), 'idk it’s complicated' (2022), and '9LIVES' (2023). In 2024 and 2025, Shye maintained her momentum with a series of new singles paving the way for a new album in 2026.

Shye has performed at music festivals such as Tiger Den SXSW in Austin Texas (2023), Axean Festival in Singapore (2023), Asia Rolling Music Festival in Taiwan (2022), Urbanscapes in Malaysia (2019), Baybeats in Singapore (2023, 2019), Asiya Festival in the Philippines (2024), and virtually for Music Lane Okinawa (2021) and Bangkok Music City (2020). In 2024, Shye performed at the swearing-in ceremony of Singapore's new Prime Minister and concluded the year with a performance at The Alex Blake Charlie Sessions alongside international acts such as Wisp. Continuing to expand her regional footprint in 2025, she performed at Taiwan's Emerge Fest, headlined her first solo show in Bangkok, made her Indonesia debut at AXEAN Festival Bali, and appeared at Music Matters Live Singapore, World Expo Osaka, Creatorweek Macao, as well as VGIG: The Sonic Garden Concert, ending 2025 at the Sing60 Festival in Singapore. Shye is starting 2026 with her performance at Bangkok Music City, further solidifying her growing presence across Asia's indie music scene. She will also open as a guest for Wisp Live In Singapore 2026 this January.

Her presence has since extended far beyond Singapore: from gracing a Times Square billboard for Spotify's EQUAL campaign to being named Freshmusic's 'Best New Artist' in 2021 to 'Best New Act from Asia' at the 2022 BandLab NME Awards and receiving the KKBOX 'Rising Star Award' the same year. Shye has also been featured on Forbes Asia 30 Under 30 (2023), Tatler Asia's Gen. T Leaders of Tomorrow (2024), Prestige 40 under 40 and Dazed 100 Global and Asia (2024), and Top 10 in Asia: Southeast Asia's Best Emerging Female Singers (2025).

Shye has supported international acts such as Daniel Caesar, Clairo, Superorganism, Sales, Men I Trust, and The Chairs during their tours in Singapore. In addition, she has represented Singapore in regional music reality TV shows such as 青年派计划 (Youth π Plan) in China and Chuang Asia in Thailand. Shye was also featured in the 2021 National Day theme song, "The Road Ahead" and took the stage at Singapore's SG60 National Day Parade in 2025.

Beyond music, Shye was invited by Chanel to attend her first overseas fashion show, the Chanel Cruise Replica Show in Hong Kong in 2024, an event attended by celebrated musicians such as G-DRAGON and Angèle. She also broke ground as the first Singaporean invited to Chanel's Paris Fashion Week show in 2025 as a celebrity guest. Most recently, she attended the milestone Chanel Cruise Replica show at Raffles Hotel, sitting front row alongside celebrity A-listers including Tilda Swindon, Rebecca Armstrong and Raye, who also performed. Shye has graced the covers of magazines such as FEMALE, Men's Folio, Prestige, Her World, Grazia, Aplus and ELLE Singapore. Over the years, she has also worked with numerous brands, further cementing her influence as a creative force across music, fashion and culture. 

Whether onstage or in her bedroom studio, Shye is guided by her love for storytelling and emotional connection. Writing music that feeds the soul and warms the heart, her songs aim to always comfort, sometimes cautions but always convey what words can't. For anyone who needs a place to land, breathe, and feel, Shye invites listeners into her world, one self-made track at a time.

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Harry Styles returns with “Aperture” new single and music video out now

GRAMMY Award®-winning global superstar Harry Styleshas premiered the music video for “Aperture,” the lead single from his highly anticipated new album KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. set to be released globally March 6, 2026 via Columbia Records. The music video for “Aperture,” finds Harry once again collaborating with acclaimed director Aube Perrie (“Satellite”, “Music For A Sushi Restaraunt”.)

KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. is the fourth studio album from Harry Styles and first music release since 2022’s record breaking album Harry’s House, which took home the top prize for Album of the Year at the 2023 Grammy Awards. The new 12-track album was written by Harry and executive produced by Kid Harpoon, see full tracklist below.

KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. is available for pre-order at all physical and digital retailers globally. In addition, exclusive color and bundle offerings available on the artist’s webstore. Pre-order KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. HERE.

Harry will make his long awaited return to the global stage with a seven city residency in 2026. Promoted by Live Nation, Together, Together will include 50 stops in Amsterdam, London, São Paulo, Mexico City, New York, Melbourne, and Sydney from May through December. Styles will perform exclusively in these cities in 2026. Highlights on the run include 30 shows at New York’s Madison Square Garden and a six night run at Wembley Stadium. Special guests include Robyn, Shania Twain, Fcukers, Jorja Smith, Jamie xx, Fousheé, and Skye Newman across select dates. Please visit hstyles.co.uk/tour for a full list of dates and more information.

KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY.TRACKLIST

1. Aperture

2. American Girls

3. Ready, Steady, Go!

4. Are You Listening Yet?

5. Taste Back

6. The Waiting Game

7. Season 2 Weight Loss

8. Coming Up Roses

9. Pop

10. Dance No More

11. Paint By Numbers

12. Carla’s Song

Pre-order the album here

Source: Nyou 

Next Gen: Introducing the new OPM artists poised for breakout success this 2026

Coming from different regions and backgrounds, these emerging acts deliver distinct stories, sounds, and cultural influences that add depth and diversity to the burgeoning music scene in the Philippines

A new wave of OPM artists is gaining momentum.

Poised for their official breakout moment in 2026, these fresh and compelling acts are set to drop new releases that defy conventions and embrace artistic promise. In the months ahead, their work is expected to leave a distinct mark in contemporary OPM, so make sure to show your support and bookmark their names as early as now.

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HARA (Davao) - HARA is the newest P-Pop girl group.The sassy six-piece act is ready to conquer the stage with their dynamic performances and unique sound entirely produced in their hometown. HARA is set to release their pre-debut track “My Love” this February 25, 2026.

AYO (Davao) – AYO is a 7-member boy group that is set to bring their A game into the world of P-Pop. The name is derived from the Visayan word “Maayo” (skillful, talented),embodying their potential as a vital newcomer. Expect thepop group is to debut new music this year.

DAELUX (Davao) - DAELUX is a seven-member Philippine girl group composed of Tabel, Zyra, Shami, Rhya, Ara, Slane, and Alice. Combining Filipina pride with a global flair, the group exudes grace and power in every performance, while enchanting listeners with their refreshing take on pop music. Raring for an exciting debut this year, the group has already started posting teasers via their official social media platforms.

Rock Opong (Iloilo) – Rock Opong has made waves as a grand finalist on The Voice Teens and a semi-finalist on Asia’s Got Talent. He got signed by Balcony Entertainment, marking his official debut with songs that come from a place of authenticity and warmth. he recently released his new single “Favorite,” a song that captures the warmth and comfort that comes with romantic love.

Trisha Puso (Bicol) - Trisha started her career in 2010 as one of the pioneer artists of the CamSur Academy Project. Before joining the Academy, she was making her mark with her performances of cover songs. Her media contentcontaining performances gained a following, which eventually inspired her to write, compose, and produce her own songs. In 2024, she joined Sony Music Philippines as the first licensed artist from CamSur. Her new single, “Alapaap,” is slated to drop on January 28, 2026. The track circles around the concept of love and destiny, yearning for a love that makes one comfortable and safe.

Mikee Sarmiento (Metro Manila) – Mikee Sarmiento makes soulful pop music that lives in the quiet spaces between longing and comfort. Personal, cinematic, and deeply representative of the Filipino experience, Mikee’s music is characterized by heart-on-sleeve sentimentality, opening wounds and stirring up conversations about life, love, spirituality, and anything in between. His debut single, “Tahan Na,” will be released on January 30, 2026.

LU (Aurora) – Newcomer LU makes music that carries the imprint of her coastal hometown while exploring her own voice as a singer-songwriter. Raised in San Luis, Aurora, and now based in Quezon City, the folk-pop artist delivers melodically rich and beautifully sung tunes with earnest intentions. Her single “Lasing Na Sa’yo” recently found success on streaming, putting her on the cover of Spotify’s Fresh Finds Philippines, debuting at no. 1 on the playlist. She is slated to release her song “PUCHA” on February 13, 2026, an upbeat alt-pop heartbreak anthem.

NEW LORE (Metro Manila) - New Lore is a 3-piece band that creates music from art and poetry, with Carole Lantican on drums, Tita Halaman on vocals and guitars, and Kim Escalona on bass. Their listeners call it trauma pop, dream pop, ethereal alt pop, or whatever pop – just making what feels true and letting everyone else name it. It's music for the overfeelers, the almost-healers, and the quietly ambitious hearts. Their upcoming single, "substack girl," is a tender, self-aware love song about missing someone through the details of who they are. Built on hypnotic production and list-like lyrics, the song asks quiet questions about identity, growth, and whether love lingers in habits long after people drift apart. The song will be out on February 6, 2026.

These are emerging voices from Sony Music Entertainment that are pushing music to exciting, new places. Watch out for them in 2026.

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no na Unleash New Single and Music Video “work” Available Now Across All Streaming Services

Watch Music Video for “work” Here

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For immediate release – The first-ever global pop girl group from Indonesia, no na, kick off the new year with “work,” a striking, high-energy single that marks a powerful evolution in the group’s sound and energy. Out now via 88rising, the track arrives alongside a bold music video that showcases their choreography, stamina, and attitude.

“work” is the group’s most dance forward pop release to date. In this drum driven hype record powered by Indonesian beats and gamelan-inspired rhythms, percussive hits collide with chant ready hooks and relentless momentum, turning the track into a physical experience for the stage and the dance floor. It is confident, disciplined, and unapologetically loud - a statement of intent from a group stepping fully into their power.

Lyrically and sonically, “work” reframes ambition as ritual and resolve. The track is about showing up, putting in the hours, and earning the glow-up. As no na declare it, this is girl boss energy rooted in community, and craft. New year, new mode, no excuses. Each member of no na - Christy, Esther, Baila, and Shaz - brings a distinct presence to the record, highlighting the group’s chemistry and bond. The music video, directed by Fa & Fon, acts as a full performance breakdown that highlights their physicality and dance mastery. This era is about strength and collective drive, reminding audiences why no na are a force to be reckoned with. ​​​​​

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The new track comes off the heels of the group’s recently released single, “the one,” which dropped in November. The dreamy pop song feels like a late night confession, containing hazy 80’s-inspired retro synths and beautiful string motifs that highlight the group’s musical chemistry. The song’s music video has gone on to accumulate a tremendous 4.4 million views, demonstrating the enormous reach the group has garnered in such a short amount of time. no na is set to take that energy into 2026, starting off the year with new music and a highly anticipated performance at the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang M7 World Championship Finals on January 25th in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Since debuting in 2025, no na have rapidly made their mark on the global stage with tracks like “shoot,” “superstitious," and “sad face :(,” earning buzz for their genre-blending sound and bold visual identity. Their growing list of collaborations, including Samsung, Tiffany & Co., and BAPE, reflects their rising influence at the intersection of music, fashion, and culture.

no na embody a new era of global pop, proudly rooted in Indonesian authenticity while resonating with audiences around the world.

Stream “work” HERE

Watch “work” Music Video HERE

About no na

no na is the first all-Indonesian girl group built for the global stage. Formed and developed by 88rising, members Baila, Shaz, Christy, and Esther represent the cultural and regional diversity of Indonesia. Blending R&B and pop with soulful, dance-driven energy, their sound captures the warmth of the tropics and the confidence of modern femininity. Since debuting in 2025, no nahas made waves with singles like “shoot,” “superstitious,” and “sad face :(,” and collaborations with brands including Samsung, BAPE, and Tiffany & Co. Rooted in Indonesian identity and fueled by global ambition, no na are redefining what it means to be international pop stars from Southeast Asia.

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Ben&Ben releases "Duyan" MV feat. Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos

The song completes the ‘Mahiwaga trilogy,’ which includes hit songs “Pagtingin” and “Araw-Araw”

Ben&Ben continued to solidify their status as one of the most important voices of OPM in 2025. The acclaimed band made history as the first Filipino act to surpass three billion streams on global streaming platform Spotify, while also earning major wins at the 28^th Awit Awards, including Album of the Year for their third studio album, The Traveller Across Dimensions and Best Performance by a Group Recording Artist for "Triumph.” As the year drew to a close, Ben&Ben’s music found itself intertwined with national consciousness when “Kapangyarihan,” their collaboration with SB19, emerged as a modern anthem in protest spaces, echoing public anger amid allegations of corruption surrounding flood control and infrastructure projects.

Now, as they turn the page to a brand-new year, the multi-awarded nine-piece collective invites listeners to start the year on a more intimate yet optimistic note with the release of their new single “Duyan”—out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.

Written and composed by frontman Miguel Benjamin and produced by longtime collaborator Ziv alongside Ben&Ben, “Duyan” represents a profound, romantic bond that defies distance, time, and obstacles. The rousing pop-rock ballad encapsulates what true love really means: deep affection, unwavering loyalty, and the choice to remain committed even when faced with challenges and adversities.

According to Miguel, he wrote the song three days before his wedding, while sitting alone in his car. The song contains everything he wanted to tell his then-future wife.

“There are songs where artists write themselves in the music, and this is one of them,” Miguel explains. “That day, the idea of fully offering oneself to another person stayed with me. It’s a love inspired by lifelong commitment, shared journeys, and selflessness. More than anything, I realized that I was ready to make the promise before God. I felt it in the deepest part of my heart.”

Musically, the band worked closely with their good friend and constant collaborator Ziv to honor the song’s emotional core, while “maximizing the soul and expanse of the band’s instruments to take it to the fullest version it was meant to become.”

The song is part of the Mahiwaga Trilogy, Ben&Ben’s thematic arc on romantic relationships. The series began with “Pagtingin,” a groovy meditation on love at first spark and infatuation, and continued with “Araw-Araw,” a folk-pop ode to choosing your partner every single day. “Duyan” closes the chapter with finality, speaking of lifelong commitment and assurance.

“Two years after I wrote the song Duyan and kept it as a very personal part of my life, it made sense for it to be put out there,” shares Miguel. “It also made sense for it to be the conclusion of the trilogy of songs/videos Pagtingin and Araw-Araw.”

Music Video

The song will be accompanied by the release of a music video starring real-life couple and actors Gabbi Garciaand Khalil Ramos, who also appeared in the previous installments of the Mahiwaga Trilogy. For Khalil, returning to the project was a full-circle moment for both Gabbi and him.

“Thematically, it’s beautiful to see how the story progressed since Pagtingin,” shares the Filipino actor, singer, and filmmaker. “I vividly remember how we shot those two videos, and the film LSS. Gab and I grew alongside these songs. At every stage of the trilogy, we could deeply relate to it, because it reflected the different phases of our own relationships through the years.”

Miguel praised both actors in the music video for their enduring role in the band’s visual storytelling. “It was so good to be able to work with our longtime friends Gabbi and Khalil once more in this music video. You could say we’ve both grown so much in life and in our careers ever since the last project we did together. It was great catching up and telling stories of the past and making new memories.”

Directed by Lunchbox Studios under the helm of Daniel Aguilar, the wedding-themed music video brings the trilogy to a close through rosy, introspective visuals.

Ben&Ben said viewers can expect to see a wonderful blend of magic and everyday life in the music video: “We’ve been working with (Lunchbox Studios) for a while now, and for this video, we wanted to do a very intimate but expansive conclusion to the videos we’ve done before. We collaborated on a concept of a portrayal of the stages of commitment done in magical realism.”

Ben&Ben’s “Duyan” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment. Watch out for the music video of “Duyan” on Ben&Ben’s official YouTube channel.

Source: Nyou

HARRY STYLES NEW SINGLE “APERTURE” SET TO BE RELEASED GLOBALLY THURSDAY JANUARY 22, 7PM ET

NEW ALBUM KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. 

AVAILABLE MARCH 6, 2026

Today, GRAMMY Award®-winning global superstar Harry Styles has announced the release of the lead track “Aperture” from his upcoming 4^th album KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. The highly anticipated single is set to be released globally January 22nd at 7pm ET. 

KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. the 12-track album, executive produced by Kid Harpoon, will be released March 6th, 2026. Pre-order limited edition vinyl + CD, exclusive merchandise, box sets, and more: https://www.hstyles.co.uk/

Source: Sony Music

Beyond Blush: Sugar Doll’s Poppy Blush is Your Skincare-Forward Makeup Essential

Manila, Philippines – Are you ready to turn your everyday experience into a selfie-worthy moment? Get on the groove and try Poppy Blush by Sugar Dolls PH! It’s a must-have cream blush for women who need a touch of skincare glow, flawless color, and dewy radiance.

What sets Poppy Blush apart from its contemporaries is its versatility. It’s a hybrid skincare makeup that adds a gorgeous color to your look while enhancing your skin. Think hydration, antioxidants, and a silky-glide formula that blends like a dream and stays put all day. From getting on the daily grind to heading to a meeting, Poppy Blush keeps your glow game strong.

Are you in need of a vibrant drama or subtle chic? There’s a hue in this lineup just for you:

• Pink Pop: A bold raspberry pink for fair to medium skin with cool or neutral undertones. Imagine a lively flush that brightens (never clashes!) and looks instantly youthful.

• Heartbeat: Terracotta coral meets burnt orange. This sun-kissed shade amps up golden undertones and suits medium to tan skin. (Olive beauties, Heartbeat is made for you!)

• Bubbleglow: If bubblegum pink makes you smile, dive into Bubbleglow. Think fresh and playful, perfect for porcelain to light-medium cool tones.

• Cherry Rush: Brick red meets raspberry—your go-to for sculpting cheeks on medium to deep skin. Warm, earthy, and oh-so flattering for olive complexions.

Poppy Blush goes deeper than pretty pigments. Packed with vitamins, it delivers deep hydration and skin conditioning, reinforces the skin barrier (hello, long wear!), and brings anti-inflammatory and antioxidant action to soothe and support. Plus, it actively mattifies and controls oil for the kind of radiance that’s never greasy.

Application? Effortless. Dab, blend, and you’re done—on cheeks, eyes, lips, wherever you want a multitasking color lift.

Thanks to its blendable, hydrated finish and pocket-friendly price, Poppy Blush is taking over the conversation online, while lighting up makeup bags everywhere in the world. Beauty experts and creators call it a “game-changer.” Now it’s your turn to glow!

Get your hands (and cheeks) on Poppy Blush and experience color, confidence, and care in one sweep. Selfie ready? Always. Glow on, doll!

Source: Nyou

Sugar Dolls Poppy Blush

Sugar Dolls, one of the leading local Filipino makeup brands today, has just released Poppy Blush! It is their cream formula blush which is perfect for those who are beginning to build their makeup kits. It is easy to apply, and it contains vitamin E and shea butter. It is also priced below ₱200, making it an ideal product for students and young professionals. Buy it here: https://s.shopee.ph/BNivAGRCw for Shopee or https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSHose3LGJsFM-sEVzP/ for TikTok Shop!

CAVETOWN RELEASES ALBUM RUNNING WITH SCISSORS ALONG WITH EMPOWERING ‘CRYPTID’ MUSIC VIDEO

ALSO ANNOUNCES LIMITED RUN TOUR

PERFORMED ‘BABY SPOON’ ON KELLY CLARKSON – SEE PERFORMANCE HERE

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RUNNING WITH SCISSORS (ALBUM)  

RUNNING WITH SCISSORS TOUR

September 27- Chicago, IL - The Salt Shed
October 8 - Los Angeles, CA - The Wiltern
October 25 - Brooklyn, NY- Brooklyn Paramount

Cavetown, the moniker of UK-born artist Robin Skinner, has released his new album, Running With Scissors, out now via Futures Music Group. The record marks a defining moment in Skinner’s career: an emotionally expansive body of work that captures the disorienting threshold between youth and adulthood, braided together sonically through hyper-pop, heavy guitars, and his signature dream-pop sounds.

Released today alongside the album is the lead single and music video for “Cryptid,” a song and short film that explores Skinner’s experience as a transgender person at a moment when trans rights, safety, and even visibility are being threatened. In the video, “cryptids” live underground, hidden away by a world that fears and misunderstands them, until they finally emerge to challenge the narratives imposed upon them. While the video centers the trans experience and incorporates trans symbolism throughout, Skinner’s intention is broader: to hold up a mirror to how society has historically recast many communities, Black, queer, immigrant, disabled, and others, as “other. “In allowing myself to love,” Skinner says, “I’ve also allowed myself to feel anger about things I would usually ignore. I hope this feels empowering for people to sing back.”

In tandem with the album’s release, Cavetown has announced a limited run of Running With Scissors Tour headline shows in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Brooklyn, bringing the album’s themes of growth, reckoning, and connection into intimate live settings. In partnership with PLUS1, $1 from every ticket sold will go to local organizations working to support and empower the health and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ communities, underscoring Cavetown’s continued commitment to advocacy and community care.

Written on the other side of an intensive two-year healing process, Running With Scissors is shaped by two profound life shifts: falling in love with the person Skinner wants to build a future with, and the birth of his first sibling, 26 years his junior, which prompted a deep reckoning with family history, masculinity and responsibility. Throughout the album, Skinner explores what it means to reparent yourself, to decide which parts of your upbringing you carry forward, and which you cut away in order to show up differently for the people you love.

The album opens with “Skip,” a buoyant love song Skinner calls “the first I’ve written with genuinely positive overtones,” capturing the childlike joy of loving from a place of safety. Its final chord flows directly into “Cryptid,” revealing love and anger as intertwined forces. Elsewhere, “Rainbow Gal” refracts intimacy through distance with shimmering 8-bit textures; “Baby Spoon” tenderly reimagines masculinity through care and softness; “NPC,” “Reaper,” and “Straight Through My Head (DO IT!!!)” confront dissociation, burnout, intrusive thoughts, and self-survival; while “No Bark, No Bite” and “Micah” grapple with family, inheritance, and the kind of man, and sibling, Skinner hopes to be.

Running With Scissors also marks a major creative milestone. For the first time in his career, Skinner invited collaborators into the core creative process, working closely with Chloe Moriondo, Underscores, Ryan Raines, David Pramik, and Couros, whose contributions expand Cavetown’s sonic universe.

The album closes with its title track, “Running With Scissors,” which distills the record’s central metaphor: adulthood as risk, imbalance, and forward motion. “Everyone’s running with scissors,” Skinner reflects. “There’s so much to be scared of, but there’s also so much fun to be had, and you’ll miss all of it if you don’t just wing it.”

Beyond the music, Cavetown continues to be a vital community builder. His long-running This Is Home Project, an LGBTQ+ youth initiative supporting housing, mental health services, creative programs, and crisis support, has raised over $700,000 for organizations serving queer young people. That same spirit of care, advocacy, and responsibility runs throughout Running With Scissors, underscoring Skinner’s evolution not just as an artist, but as a person deeply committed to the world he wants to help shape.

With Running With Scissors, Cavetown steps fully into adulthood without abandoning the millions of listeners who have grown up alongside him. “I don’t want this to feel like it’s for kids,” Skinner says. “Because I’m not a kid anymore. I want it to feel like we’re moving forward together.”

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Mitski Announces New Album, Nothing’s About to Happen to Me, Out February 27th via Dead Oceans; Releases Lead Single/Video, “Where’s My Phone?”

“Where’s My Phone?”

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Mitski announces her eighth studio album, Nothing's About to Happen to Me — out February 27th via Dead Oceans — and releases its lead single/video, “Where’s My Phone?” Supported by a live band and orchestra, Nothing’s About to Happen to Me finds Mitski immersing herself in a rich narrative whose main character is a reclusive woman in an unkempt house. Outside of her home, she is a deviant; inside of her home, she is free.

Today’s fuzzed-out rock song, “Where’s My Phone?,” hints at the range of sounds and energy across the album: “Where did it go // Where’s my phone // Where’s my phone // Where did I leave // Where’d I go // Where’d I go,” she sings. New Yorkercartoonist Emily Flake depicts her interpretation in the below cartoon.

“Where’s My Phone?” arrives alongside an unhinged, emotionally kaleidoscopic video directed by Noel Paul. Based on Shirley Jackson’s novel, We Have Always Lived in the Castle, and using a playful, primitive style of filmmaking, it presents Mitski playing a paranoid woman who is trying to protect her sister inside a gothic house while battling increasingly absurd, human obstacles. Creating a complex psychological palette, the intruders - whether menacing or friendly - cascade one upon the other building into total pandemonium.  

Watch the Video for “Where’s My Phone?”

Mitski wrote all of the songs and performed all of the vocals on Nothing’s About to Happen to Me. Produced and engineered by Patrick Hyland and mastered by Bob Weston, the album continues the musical through line established with 2023’s The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, and features live instrumentation by The Land touring band and ensemble arrangements. The orchestra was recorded at Sunset Sound and TTG Studios, arranged and conducted by Drew Erickson, engineered by Michael Harris.

Pre-Order/Pre-Save Nothing’s About to Happen to Me

Nothing’s About to Happen to Me Tracklist

1. In a Lake

2. Where's My Phone?

3. Cats

4. If I Leave

5. Dead Women

6. Instead of Here

7. I'll Change for You

8. Rules

9. That White Cat

10. Charon's Obol

11. Lightning

Mitski is "the most alluring and enigmatic musician in indie rock" (Rolling Stone) who “keeps shifting in all these really brilliant and wonderful ways” (NPR Music). Throughout her career, she’s released seven albums, four of which are certified gold. Her song, “My Love Mine All Mine,” was a global sensation, and is four-times platinum. Mitski’s varied collaborations with other artists include two co-writes on the most recent Florence and the Machine album, Everybody Scream, and with David Byrne and Son Lux for the Oscar nominated “This Is A Life.” She is currently writing the music and lyrics for the musical adaptation of The Queen’s Gambit.

“A mesmerizing study in movement” (Variety), Mitski’s live show has also been described as “highly stylized, brilliantly realized, super cool” (Philadelphia Inquirer) and “unusual, enigmatic and utterly compelling” (The Guardian). Her first concert film, Mitski: The Land, was played in over 600 cinemas across 30 countries in October 2025, cementing her as “the rare indie star who has earned the big-screen treatment” (Uproxx). It was released in conjunction with The Land: The Live Album.

Nothing’s About to Happen to Me Cover Artwork | Painting by Marc Burkhardt

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A$AP Rocky’s anxiously awaited fourth studio album “DON’T BE DUMB” out now

Multi-hyphenated artist, entrepreneur, actor and fashion icon A$AP Rocky released his long-awaited fourth studio album DON’T BE DUMB via A$AP Worldwide/RCA Records. DON’T BE DUMB is Rocky’s first album in 8 years, driving unprecedented global demand from fans with the album reaching over 130k vinyls sold before release date and claiming the place of #1 pre-saved Hip-Hop album on Spotify with over 1 million saves. 

DON’T BE DUMB features a stacked list of collaborators, including BossMan Dlow, Brent Faiyaz, Danny Elfman, Doechii, Gorillaz, Jon Batiste, Jessica Pratt, Slay Squad, Thundercat, Tyler, The Creator, Westside Gunn, and will.i.am. Danny Elfman and Thundercat also appeared in the music video for “Punk Rocky,” as band members alongside an ensemble of characters. 

The two tracks preceding the album, “Punk Rocky” and “Helicopter,” built immense hype for DON’T BE DUMB. “Punk Rocky” was heralded by Variety as setting “a new standard in humor and surreality” for Rocky, with Rolling Stone stating that “the soon-to-be-released album is shaping up to be one of Rocky’s most creative yet.”

In collaboration with award-winning filmmaker Tim Burton, the cover art for DON’T BE DUMB features six of Rocky's signature personas, brought to life in the visionary filmmaker's unmistakable style. Each character from the six-man ensemble offers a window into unforgettable moments across the course of Rocky's illustrious career. The alter-egos list includes GR1M, MR. MAYERS, RUGAHAND, BABUSHKA BOI, DUMMY, and SHIRTHEAD, setting the stage for the ever-evolving narrative universe of "DON’T BE DUMB.”

Rocky has partnered with both Quince and Bilt for exclusive DON’T BE DUMBvinyls, serving as extensions of the innovative partnerships Rocky has activated throughout the album’s rollout, adding even further hype around this release. More than just records, the collections stand as physical embodiments of the album’s universe, minimal, disruptive, and intentionally timeless, blurring the line between music, design, and cultural artifact.

This album comes on the heels of a massive year for Rocky, in which he served as co-chair of the 2025 Met Gala, starred in two A24-produced feature films — Highest 2 Lowest directed by Spike Lee, and the Golden-Globe-winning If I Had Legs I’d Kick You directed by Mary Bronstein, was announced as the creative director for Ray-Ban, and was appointed as Chanel’s new house ambassador.

DON’T BE DUMB Tracklist

DISC 1

1. ORDER OF PROTECTION

2. HELICOPTER

3. INTERROGATION (SKIT)

4. STOLE YA FLOW

5. STAY HERE 4 LIFE

6. PLAYA

7. NO TRESPASSING

8. STOP SNITCHING

9. STFU

10. PUNK ROCKY

11. AIR FORCE (BLACK DEMARCO)

12. WHISKEY (RELEASE ME)

13. ROBBERY

14. DON’T BE DUMB / TRIP BABY

15. THE END

DISC 2

0. SWAT TEAM

0. FISH N STEAK (WHAT IT IS)

About A$AP Rocky

Multi-hyphenated artist, entrepreneur, actor and fashion icon A$AP Rocky, born Rakim Mayers, has taken the world by storm since his emergence in 2011. Rocky has continued to dominate the music industry by clocking over 25 billion total streams to date. In addition, his music videos have earned a staggering 5 billion combined views on YouTube. 

In 2018, with two critically acclaimed, #1 debuts on the Billboard 200 for freshman & sophomore albums, LONG.LIVE.A$AP and AT.LONG.LAST.A$AP, Rocky released his highly-anticipated third studio album, TESTING, which has garnered over 1 billion streams worldwide, landing at #1 on the iTunes charts in 16 countries upon release. In August of 2019, Rocky dropped hit single “Babushka Boi.” 

Most recently, Rocky released his fourth studio album DON’T BE DUMB to unprecedented global demand, reaching over 1 million pre-saves on Spotify with over 130k vinyls sold before release. Rocky’s first project in 8 years features cover art by the visionary filmmaker and illustrator Tim Burton and features from BossMan Dlow, Brent Faiyaz, Danny Elfman, Doechii, Gorillaz, Jessica Pratt, Jon Batiste, Slay Squad, Thundercat, Tyler, The Creator, Westside Gunn, and will.i.am. 

Rocky co-chaired the 2025 Met Gala with the theme of "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" showing off a full wardrobe of his own passion project and brand AWGE. The same year saw Rocky demonstrate his incredible acting prowess in two films produced by A24 — Highest 2 Lowest directed by Spike Lee and the Golden-Globe-winning If I Had Legs I’d Kick You directed by Mary Bronstein. 

A$AP Rocky is currently the Creative Director of both Ray-Ban and PUMA and has been a part of many high-profile commercial campaigns including Bottega Veneta, Calvin Klein, Chanel, Gucci, Courvoisier, Dior, Mercedes Benz, Guess and Fenty Skin. Rocky’s creative agency AWGE has launched partnerships with Marine Serre, Amina Muaddi, Selfridges, JW Anderson, MTV, and more. In addition, AWGE has launched the careers of notable artists such as Playboi Carti, slowthai, Smooky MarGielaa, and more. In June of 2025, AWGE put on their second annual Paris Fashion Week show to rave reviews.

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Madison Beer shares new album “locket”

carving her own lane in pop”

-PAPER

“both the album and the accessory it’s named after feel like a vessel for her memories. locket holds all the experiences she’s had that make the project what it is now.”

-Rolling Stone

Two-time GRAMMY-nominated and platinum-selling artist Madison Beer shares her new album, locket via Epic Records, alongside the release of the official music video for her new single “bad enough.”  

Written and co-produced by Madison, the album is her most exciting, visceral collection of songs to date and firmly plants the flag as one of the marquee pop records to rule 2026.  

Earlier this week, Madison debuted new song “bad enough” with a standout performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, marking the track’s first-ever live performance.

A locket is more than just a charm or a piece of jewelry. It is a keepsake, a secret enclosure holding vital memories. To Madison, it encapsulates a world of remembrances and experiences, each of which become woven together to comprise the singer-songwriter and pop luminary’s latest, most urgent and magnetic album.

The album features her widely acclaimed releases, “make you mine,” “yes baby,” and “bittersweet.” Madison earned her second GRAMMY nomination for “make you mine” in the Best Dance Pop Recording category in 2025. Since its release in 2024, the track reached #1 on Billboard’s Dance Airplay chart, marking her first solo chart-topper and cementing her as a mainstay at Dance Radio. “yes baby,” released last September, continued her run of success by also reaching the top of the chart.

“bittersweet” emerged as a breakout moment for Beer, becoming her fastest song to enter Top 40 radio and earning her career debut on Billboard’s Hot 100. The single became a defining live moment with performances at the 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show—where the YouTube livestream peaked at 2.5M viewers during her set—and Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve.

locket TRACKLIST

1. locket theme

2. yes baby

3. angel wings

4. for the night

5. bad enough

6. healthy habit

7. you’re still everything

8. bittersweet

9. complexity

10. make you mine

11. nothing at all

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HARRY STYLES TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. MARCH 6, 2026

Today, GRAMMY Award®-winning global superstar Harry Styles has announced the release of his upcoming 4^th album KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. The highly anticipated 12-track album, executive produced by Kid Harpoon, will be released globally March 6th, 2026.

Pre-order limited edition vinyl + CD, exclusive merchandise, box sets, and more: https://www.hstyles.co.uk/

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Filipino breakout band Fitterkarma announces “Aswang Sa Maynila” single launch this February

The band celebrates the release with an hour-long live set

Manila, Philippines – After gaining prominence in 2025 with the viral success of “Pag-ibig Ay Kanibalismo II” and “Kalapastangan,” Filipino alt-rock band Fitterkarma starts the new year right with the launch of their upcoming new single, “Aswang Sa Maynila,” taking place at 123 Block, Mandaluyong City, on February 14, 2026.

Produced by Fitterkarma, in partnership with GNN and ONErpm, Bangungot: “Aswang Sa Maynila” Single Launchwill feature an hour-long set from the band, alongside a carefully curated lineup of support acts.

“Fans can expect a very exciting lineup of artists supporting us,” frontman Joao de Leon shares in a press statement. “For our set, we’ll be playing more songs than usual, including some older tracks and unreleased material. We’re also preparing a few surprising covers, which we’re really excited to share.”

About “Aswang Sa Maynila”

Set for a release a day before the launch, “Aswang Sa Maynila” explores themes of displacement and longing, reflecting “the feeling of not belonging in someone’s heart no matter what you do.”

“It captures the frustration of wanting to say so much to a person you care about but ultimately feeling powerless and unheard,” Joao adds.

The track was composed by Joao de Leon, with bandmates Soph, Ders, and Mikee contributing their respective parts. Production duties were handled by Xergio Ramos, who added elements to the arrangement and helped Fitterkarma balance all of their ideas. Drawing influence from J-Rock and heavier-leaning music styles, the song also features guest vocals from Kai Sevillano of Novocrane. “Having Kai as the voice of the track also marks our first collaboration with another artist, which makes this release especially exciting for us,” Joao reveals.

More details about the show

Apart from launching their new single on a live music platform, Bangungot: “Aswang Sa Maynila” Single Launch also serves as Fitterkarma’s gesture of gratitude to their growing fanbase. Attendees can look forward to booths, exclusive merch, and interactive activities throughout the event.

Additional supporting acts will be announced in the coming weeks. Tickets to the show are available viahttps://www.bit.ly/aswangsamnl.

Fitterkarma is a Filipino art rock band known for their gothic and folklore-inspired themes, dark, emotional songwriting, and genre-bending sounds. Last year, the Filipino indie outfit achieved both commercial and critical success—thanks to their massive hit “Pag-ibig Ay Kanibalismo II,” which reached No. 1 on Spotify Philippines Top 50 chart and the BillboardPhilippines Hot 100 in December 2025. The song has maintained its position on top for multiple weeks and has landed on year-end, best-of lists on notable music publications such as Billboard Philippines, Rolling Stone Philippines, and Flying Lugaw. Their other smash single, “Kalapastangan,” has also performed exceptionally well on streaming, peaking at No. 2 and No. 5 on Spotify and Billboard Philippines charts, respectively.

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JOJI KICKS OFF THE NEW YEAR WITH “LOVE YOU LESS”

PISS IN THE WIND
OUT FEBRUARY 6, 2026

ALBUM'S LEAD SINGLES

HAVE AMASSED 150M+ STREAMS TO DATE

Joji press photo, credit: ​​Evers Pund — download HERE

Today, critically-acclaimed singer, songwriter, and producer Joji starts off the new year with a fresh single, “LOVE YOU LESS,” alongside an accompanying visualizer. The countdown continues until Joji’s fourth studio album, Piss Is In The Wind, is out February 6, 2026 via Palace Creek.

Produced by Ricky Reed and Nate Mercereau, “LOVE YOU LESS,” chronicles unresolved feelings around a push and pull romance. Set to a slow burning indie-rock melody, a wistful Joji contemplates “If I love you less, will you love me more?”

“LOVE YOU LESS” captures the essence of what Joji does best, creating resonant melancholic lyrics that endure in the minds of his fans.

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With a little over a month until release, Piss In The Wind is set to bridge Joji’s sonic past and present balancing melancholic, brooding writing with gritty yet atmospheric production. His previous singles on the album tracklist each capture a distinct sound he has previously experimented with over the course of his ten year long career.

Earlier this fall, Joji quietly unveiled “PIXELATED KISSES,” which marked his first new music since 2022’s SMITHEREENS, which featured the RIAA 2x Platinum, #1 Spotify Global 50 hit “Glimpse of Us.” Upon release, “PIXELATED KISSES,” generated tens of millions global streams within hours of release and debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and later earned placements on Billboard Top 200 and Pop charts.

“If It Only Gets Better,” recalls Joji’s lo-fi roots, weaving acoustic guitar with syncopated bass and soaring harmonies. It’s accompanied by a James Mao-directed video, that playfully nods to his BALLADS 1 breakthrough “YEAH RIGHT,” counterbalancing frenetic, clubby visuals with minimal but ruminative lyrics. While “Past Won’t Leave My Bed,” is a strong ballad that mirrors the sentiment of “Glimpse of Us.” These were followed by an expertly remixed version of “PIXELATED KISSES” with a verse from the rapper Yeat, putting Joji’s collaborative skills on full display.

Joji’s singles from this album have amassed 150M+ streams to date. To stay up to date on the latest Joji news, visit his website HERE.

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We Are Imaginary finds clarity in restraint on self-titled third album

The acclaimed Filipino band embraces a renewed sense of artistic ease and confidence on their dreamy, noisy, but melodic indie rock release

Manila, Philippines – Filipino indie rock band We Are Imaginary has released their self-titled third album on all streaming and other digital music platforms worldwide via indie label floppydisks.

Produced by Joey Santos of Love One Another and Ahmad Tanji, the album delves into themes of identity, emotional reckoning, and acceptance. Sonically, it’s a dreamy guitar-rock record infused with shoegaze and noise-pop textures: drifting through warm, fuzzy soundscapes before pulling listeners back into tension, doom, and angst.

We Are Imaginary was also recorded by Angee Rozul and Santos at Love One Another studio, and was mixed by the latter and mastered by Adam Haggar at Mount Olympia Mastering.

Frontman Ahmad Tanji describes the record as an internal monologue: one that begins in uncertainty and gradually opens into moments of understanding and calm. Rather than chasing resolution, the 9-track release embraces the idea that not all experiences require closure.

“This collection also feels more cohesive,” Tanji reveals. “There’s a sense of comfort and confidence when we started laying down our parts. I guess that comes with growing with the band for 17 years and trusting the people you work with.”

On their self-titled record, the band allows itself to inhabit extremes: hushed passages give way to surging intensity, and vulnerability coexists with restraint. The result is a cohesive and patient record, unburdened by the need to prove anything. “It felt unforced,” Tanji shares, crediting the band’s 17 years together for the sense of comfort and trust that shaped the sessions.

Designed to be experienced as a complete work, We Are Imaginary rewards attentive listening. Its sequencing, subtle shifts, and quiet moments form a gradual arc: one best heard in a single sitting, on vinyl or through good speakers or headphones.

Tanji explains it best: “Angee Rozul worked with our taste and style perfectly as our recording engineer, letting us lean towards a more ‘90s sound this time around, while Joey (Santos) gave

each song a massive and dynamic mix. We would exchange several drafts per song, stripping them to their most essential, capturing what arrangement works with the story.”

With this release, We Are Imaginary presents an honest distillation of who they are now: assured, reflective, and fully at ease with the space they occupy.

The band is also set to release the album on vinyl via Eikon Records sometime in the first quarter of the year. Pre-order here.

About We Are Imaginary

We Are Imaginary is a Manila-based indie rock band that has been crafting emotionally resonant, guitar-driven anthems since 2008. Drawing comparisons to The Smashing Pumpkins with a lyrical sensibility reminiscent of Ben Gibbard, the band has carved out a distinct niche in the Philippine independent music scene.

Once known as Your Imaginary Friends, the band released two critically acclaimed EPs under their old name before rebranding due to trademark issues. Undeterred, they signed with respected local label Wide Eyed Records, releasing their debut full-length album, Death to Romanticism, in 2016 to widespread acclaim.

In 2018, to mark their 10th year, the band released “Dekada”, their first single in Filipino, showcasing their evolving sound and versatility. Following a pandemic-induced hiatus, they returned in 2023 with Swan Songs for Drifters, their fourth album, under emerging label Floppydisks—a record that reaffirmed their relevance and creativity in a fast changing musical landscape.

Internationally, We Are Imaginary has represented the Philippines at major regional events, including the Grass Tone Sound Festival (Thailand, 2015), Rocking the Region (Singapore, 2017), Archipelago Festival (Indonesia, 2017), and just recently, No Headliner 4 (Vietnam, 2025).

They have also opened for notable international acts such as Club 8, Moonpools & Caterpillars, and Beach Fossils. Currently composed of brothers Khalid (guitars) and Ahmad Tanji (vocals,

guitars) and JJ Rodriguez (drums), the band is all set to release their fifth studio album this January 2026.

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ONE OR EIGHT Releases New Single “POWER” Ending Theme Song For TV Anime Yoroi-Shinden Samurai Troopers (Ronin Warriors)

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Rising Japanese boy group ONE OR EIGHT has released their new single “POWER” as an advance track from their upcoming mini album GATHER, due out on 28 January. Marking an exciting milestone for them, “POWER” has been selected as the Ending Theme Song 1 for the new season of the highly anticipated TV anime Yoroi-Shinden Samurai Troopers (Ronin Warriors), the group’s first-ever anime tie-up.

The anime Yoroi-Shinden Samurai Troopers (Ronin Warriors) began broadcasting and streaming on 6 Januaryacross two seasons via Crunchyroll (Southeast Asia) and DEX (Thailand).

Driven by ONE OR EIGHT’s signature vocal dynamism and emotional depth, “POWER” captures the spirit of determination and unity embodied in the anime. The track offers a soaring, energising sound that reflects the 8-member group’s expanding musical ambition ahead of their mini album GATHER.

Last December members REIA, TSUBASA and TAKERUhad appeared as special guests at the anime’s advance screening event in Tokyo.

“I’m honored POWER was chosen. We poured our strength and gratitude into this song and hope it reaches many people.” - REIA

“We’re thrilled POWER became the ending theme. Its message of lifting each other up reflects who we are as a group.” - TAKERU

“I was surprised and grateful for this tie-up. I hope POWER resonates with everyone watching.” - TSUBASA

Download “POWER” cover art here

STREAM “POWER” HERE

WATCH “POWER” PERFORMANCE VIDEO HERE

ONE OR EIGHT’s first mini album GATHER marks a new chapter for the group, showcasing their energetic global-pop sound with powerful visuals while embodying their core message of unity and empowerment. Fans (known as 1DERZ) eagerly await the group’s next phase as GATHERarrives worldwide on 28 January.

ONE OR EIGHT will return to Thailand for Japan Expo in Bangkok this February, before embarking on their first-ever live tour, set to kick off in March, as they continue to bring their music to audiences across new cities and stages. Tour details are available here, with more dates to be announced.

1st LIVE TOUR - GATHER

Saturday, 7 March  — Kobe Harbor Studio (KOBE)

Saturday, 14 March — Nagoya ReNY limited (NAGOYA)

Friday, 20 March — Yokohama Bay Hall (YOKOHAMA)

ABOUT ONE OR EIGHT

ONE OR EIGHT is an eight-member Japanese boy group - MIZUKI, NEO, REIA, RYOTA, SOUMA, TAKERU, TSUBASA and YUGA - whose name is derived from the Japanese idiom “ippuku ka yoka” (one or eight, meaning “all or nothing”). Guided by their tagline “BET ON YOURSELF”, the group embodies a spirit of risk-taking and ambition, encouraging fans to dream boldly and take chances alongside them.

They debuted on 16 August 2024, with “Don’t Tell Nobody”, produced by Ryan Tedder and David Stewart. The single debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Japan HeatseekersSongs chart. Later that year, their collaboration with Big Sean, “KAWASAKI (with Big Sean)”, reached No. 5 on the U.S. iTunes Hip-Hop/Rap Song chart, signalling the group’s early global appeal.

Momentum accelerated in 2025, when ONE OR EIGHT were named one of Nikkei Entertainment!’s 100 New Leading Artists and received the Upcoming Dance & Vocal Group award at MTV VMAJ. They also made history as the first Japanese boy group to walk the red carpet at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMA). Their regional presence grew further during a visit to Singapore, where they performed for a capacity crowd at Yes933 Hits Fest and took the stage at Music Matters Live, deepening their connection with fans across Southeast Asia.

The year continued to be prolific, driven by a steady stream of releases exploring themes of ambition and challenge - “DSTM” (March), “365” (June), “Young & Reckless” (August) and “BET YOUR LIFE” (September). Their live presence expanded as they joined the stellar lineup at a-nation, alongside Ayumi Hamasaki, NCT Wish, TRF and NEXZ. Fan meetings across Japan, Thailand, the US, Mexico, Brazil and Argentina further broadened their global footprint, making 2025 a defining period of momentum, growth and rising international visibility.

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Ashley Ortega and other PH celebrities join Sugar Dolls PH in holiday outreach for children

The initiative reflects the brand’s mission to uplift communities through compassion and care

Manila, Philippines – Filipino beauty brand Sugar Dolls Inc. PH, in partnership with the Shunammite Ministry Group and JHOW Christian Church, organized a gift-giving drive for more than 300 children from underprivileged communities in San Mateo, Rizal. Guided by the brand’s philosophy of using beauty as a powerful way to give back, the initiative aims the make the kids feel seen, valued, and celebrated during the holiday season.

Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition alumna Ashley Ortega also took part in the gift-giving activity despite her busy schedule. She was joined by fellow celebrities and online influencers Ralph Malibunas, Jan Silva, Mark Cruz, Kate Jalipa, Juliana Villafuerte, Neron Mendiola, and RJ Perkins, who spent time with the children and distributed gifts.

The afternoon program opened with live performances and a clown show that hyped the basketball court with laughter and anticipation. During the gift distribution, smiles spread across every child’s face as more than 760 loot bags and gifts were handed out, along with 300 packed meals.

The event was led by Ms. Chardy Baldoza a.k.a. Cha Canicosa, the event organizer and Marketing Director, in collaboration with Sugar Dolls Inc. PH. The initiative was made possible through the support of the Core Management Team, Ana Lusong, Hazelyn Perez, Carlo Villanueva, Pastor Vhern, and Ms. LA Marquez, whose collective efforts guaranteed the program’s success.

As expected, the charity drive reflected Sugar Dolls’ vision of using beauty as a force for good. By spreading love, joy, and care, especially to children, the brand is committed to strengthen its community ties and inspire kindness beyond the holiday season. As the celebration concluded, what remained was a shared sense of compassion and connection: a reminder that the most beautiful impact is created when a brand chooses to give back.

Source: Nyou

Breakout Singer-Songwriter Luke Chiang Unveils Final Single "say that!", A Glossy Indie-Pop Heartbreaker, Ahead of Debut Album

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Following a powerful return to music earlier this year and the momentum of two viral singles, rising Taiwanese-American singer-songwriter Luke Chiang unveils his latest track, "say that!", the final single off his upcoming debut LP slated for Q1 2026. The release arrives as another confident step forward for an artist who has steadily reintroduced himself after a two-year vocal hiatus, reconnecting with fans and reaching new audiences in the process. Fans can stream the newest single HERE.

"say that!" is an upbeat indie-pop heartbreak track that masks emotional tension beneath glossy R&B- and electronic-inspired harmonies, driven by an infectious melody that lingers long after the song ends. Balancing brightness with vulnerability, the track captures the emotional push and pull of walking away from someone you still love.

"It's about regretting words unsaid after leaving somebody you're still in love with—wishing they knew there were times you genuinely wanted to spend the rest of your lives together despite walking away in the end."

— Luke Chiang

"say that!" follows the breakout momentum of Luke's earlier singles, "terrible4u" and "what can i do?", which are currently averaging a combined 750,000 weekly streams on Spotify. These releases made an immediate impact on regional streaming platforms, landing on numerous high-visibility playlists and introducing his music to new listeners across Southeast Asia and beyond. Since his return, Luke's steady output and emotional honesty have clearly resonated, reaffirming his place in the contemporary pop and R&B landscape.

Luke Chiang has long found success on his own terms. Early tracks such as "May I Ask", "Paragraphs", and "Shouldn't Be" quietly built a global following, anchored by his signature blend of R&B, soul, and modern pop sensibilities. Today, he boasts over 2.5 million monthly listeners on Spotify and recently ranked among the top 100 progressive R&B artists globally (Chartmetric). While his audience spans the world, his most passionate fanbase resides in Southeast Asia, with the region dominating his top listener rankings across platforms, including Indonesia (#2), the Philippines (#3), Malaysia (#4), Thailand (#6), Taiwan (#8), and Singapore (#10).

With "say that!" and a debut album on the horizon—featuring performances from HILLARI, Bren Joy, Jesse Barrera, and Albert Posis—Luke Chiang continues to build a career defined by patience, authenticity, and a deep emotional connection with listeners worldwide.

Stream "say that!" here
 

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CAVETOWN RELEASES NEW SINGLE & VIDEO “SAILBOAT” FEAT. CHLOE MORIONDO

NEW ALBUM RUNNING WITH SCISSORS OUT JANUARY 16

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SAILBOAT

Today, six time Platinum and beloved indie artist Cavetown(Robin Skinner) releases “Sailboat,” a glittering collaboration with Chloe Moriondo and co-produced by Underscoresahead of his album release. Blending chiptune sparkle with warped hyperpop textures, the track captures the nervous excitement of new love, that fragile moment when the desire to protect someone makes you hesitate to leave a mark. Built from friendship, fear of hurting someone you love, and the thrill of emotional vulnerability, “Sailboat” pairs Cavetown’sintimate storytelling with Moriondo’s warmth and Underscores’ glitchy, adventurous production.

Alongside the release, Cavetown shares the official “Sailboat” video, a dreamlike visual set on a quiet beach and co-starring Chloe Moriondo. The video mirrors the song’s emotional palette as the two drift between moments of solitude and connection, miming guitar playing and putting their feet into the water. Cavetown, whose previous albums explored the loneliness of growing up, is finally seen having fun, being vulnerable, and allowing himself to be happy, all throughlines of his forthcoming project, Running With Scissors.

Running With Scissors marks a bold and deeply personal new chapter for the trans masc singer-songwriter, diving into themes of emotional stability, identity, and growing up. With over 3.7M followers across platforms and billions of streams, Cavetown has become an anchor for a generation of listeners. Running With Scissors is poised to be one of his most expansive and resonant releases yet, blending the lo-fi intimacy his fans love with new layers of sonic experimentation.

The release also follows Cavetown’s Second Annual This Is Home Project Benefit Show at Music Hall of Williamsburg, supporting LGBTQ+ youth through housing initiatives, mental health resources, and crisis support. The long-running philanthropic effort has raised nearly $700k to date, underscoring his continued commitment to community and care.

With “Sailboat,” Cavetown once again proves his ability to transform vulnerability into connection, crafting a song that feels both delicate and daring, a quiet anthem for anyone learning how to love bravely.

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SAILBOAT

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