Newsletter: Imago delivers creative new peak with latest EP, Pasimple

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Filipino alternative outfit Imago continues to shape modern OPM with the release of their EP, Pasimple, unfolding a new era for one of the most vital forces in Pinoy rock. The 5-track collection marks the band’s first official studio release under Sony Music Entertainment and their sixth overall.

Newsletter: Filipino-Japanese artist ena mori hardens the edges on her 2026 EP, Ore

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In 2025, ena mori reaffirmed her position as one of the most compelling creative forces in Asian pop music. The avant-pop shapeshifter greeted the year with high-profile festival appearances, brand deals, and a growing international listenership, culminating in the release of her six-track EP rOe. Informed by restraint and emotional fragility, rOe showcased ena mori’s ability to translate vulnerability into a riveting pop fantasia. As expected, the EP earned universal praise from critics and fans, landing on several year-end lists across the globe.

Newsletter: GLOBAL POWERHOUSE ATEEZ CHART A BOLD NEW COURSE WITH EP ‘GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4’

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Fresh off the chart success of ‘GOLDEN HOUR : Part.3’ and its repackage, ATEEZ continues to build momentum as one of K-pop’s most powerful global forces. Their 13th EP, ‘GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4,’ sees the group pushing forward with even more confidence, ambition, and an ever-expanding global reach. The EP is out now via Sony Music Korea/RCA Records.

Newsletter: Filipino alt hip-hop artist Young Cocoa reclaims his narrative with bold new EP, STILL COCOA

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Rising Filipino artist Young Cocoa asserts his place at the forefront of the alternative hip-hop scene with the release of his highly anticipated EP, STILL COCOA, under Sony Music Entertainment. The six-track project is a bold piece of work that embraces new influences while honoring the distinct sound that first put him on the map.

Newsletter: DEY SAY ANNOUNCE THEIR ORIGINAL HOLIDAY PROJECT CHRISTMAS WISH - THE EP

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Spearheading their signature sound A-Pop, South Africa’s trailblazing boyband Dey Say unveil their debut festive project, the fully original Christmas Wish EP, landing worldwide on Friday, 28 November.

As the first South African pop boyband in nearly two decades to emerge outside of a reality-TV format, Dey Say are rapidly defining a new lane on the global pop map. Their fusion of global pop, R&B, and Afro influences continues to resonate with fans across continents, positioning them as one of the most exciting new acts to watch internationally.

Newsletter: Filipino band the vowels they orbit speaks the language of longing in new EP, gusto ko lang maalala

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Filipino indie pop outfit the vowels they orbit (tvto) return with their third EP, gusto ko lang maalala—a delicate and nuanced exploration of love and loss, nostalgia, and remembering. 

Newsletter: JO1 Global Boy Group Release New EP “Handz in My Pocket”

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Chart-topping Japanese sensation JO1 has released their new EP,     on 22nd October, following the soaring release of their 10th single, “Handz In My Pocket”. This special release will include a performance video for the track, “Just Say Yes”, set to premiere at a later date. The project captures JO1’s unmistakable sound and expanding global reach, an evolution that continues to bridge J-Pop and K-Pop to international pop culture.

Newsletter: The world falls apart beautifully in Jewel Owusu’s new EP, the end of everything

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Filipino-Ghanian artist Jewel Owusu has released her new mixtape project, the end of everything on all digital music platforms worldwide.

Newsletter: ONE OR EIGHT Marks “ONE OR EIGHT Day” with First Live EP Release, Premieres “BET YOUR LIFE” Live Performance

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To mark October 8 (10/8), celebrated by fans as “ONE OR EIGHT Day”, rising boy group ONE OR EIGHT has released their highly anticipated first live EP, SHŪKAI FINAL in TOKYO – Live Highlights, now available on all major platforms.

Newsletter: Listen: Filipino singer-songwriter Muri links up with Japanese producer Shigge in dance-infused EP, SETSUNA

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Filipino indie pop/soul artist Muri and Japanese electronic producer Shigge have finally released their first joint EP, SETSUNA.

Newsletter: Filipino artist Muri and Japanese producer Shigge to release joint EP, SETSUNA next week!

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Filipino indie pop/soul artist Muri and Japanese electronic producer Shigge are slated to release their first joint EP, SETSUNA, on all digital music platforms worldwide this August 8, 2025.

Newsletter: Unrivaled performance powerhouse ATEEZ return with GOLDEN HOUR : Part.3 ahead of ‘IN YOUR FANTASY’ World Tour

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Award-winning Korean all-star group ATEEZ returns with their 12th EP, GOLDEN HOUR : Part.3, ahead of their upcoming ‘IN YOUR FANTASY’ world tour.

Newsletter: Myles Smith drops new EP, A Minute, A Moment…

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After an extraordinary 18 months that saw him rise from grassroots acclaim to international recognition, British singer-songwriter Myles Smith today makes a powerful return with the release of his deeply emotive new EP, “A Minute, A Moment…”. Fresh off a whirlwind tour across the United States and Australia - where he played to packed venues and received critical praise - Myles has channeled his experiences, reflections, and growth into this six-track collection.

Newsletter: From endings to beginnings: SB19 concludes EP trilogy with Simula at Wakas

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Celebrating a journey marked by shared experience, invaluable wisdom, and artistic growth, SB19 returns with the release of their third EP, Simula at Wakas—out on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment. Their highly anticipated body of work captures the band’s evolution as artists and individuals, honoring the past while stepping boldly into the future.

Newsletter: Jolianne navigates self-discovery and emotional growth in coming-of-age debut EP, Plain Girl

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Cebuana singer-songwriter Jolianne releases her debut EP, Plain Girl, via Sony Music Entertainment and Careless Music. 

Newsletter: Trailblazing producer Knock2 unveils highly-anticipated debut LP "nolimit"

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Ascending electronic producer Knock2 has unveiled his long-anticipated debut album, nolimit - a 17-track, genre-defying odyssey that caps off a breakout 2024 for the San Diego-native. The banner year that saw the 25-year-old artist deliver a legendary b2b with RL Grime at Ultra Music Festival, command a packed Coachella set as half of ISOKNOCK, and sell-out the self-produced, two-night San Diego 4EVR festival - an event contributing to ISOKNOCK’s total of 50k tickets sold in California in 2024. These accomplishments have set the stage for 2025, where fans can now immerse themselves in the nolimit universe - an album experience that encapsulates Knock2’s unique mastery of blending festival-ready bombast with intricate, experimental production. 

Newsletter: Global Girl Group XG Achieves First Ever Billboard 200 Chart Entry with Latest EP AWE

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Global girl group XG has debuted at number 175 on the Billboard 200 chart with their latest mini-album, AWE! This achievement marks their first-ever entry on the chart, solidifying their status as a rising force in the global music scene. AWE also claimed the top spot on the Heatseekers Albums chart, further showcasing the group's growing impact worldwide. For Japanese artists, this is a significant milestone, following Joe Hisaishi and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra's A Symphonic Celebration - Music from the Studio Ghibli Films of Hayao Miyazaki in 2023. XG is also the first Japanese girl group to make the list since BABYMETAL’s METAL GALAXY in 2019. Their success with AWE follows the historic achievement of their song “GRL GVNG,” which ranked No. 1 on the Hot Trending Songs Powered by Twitter chart, making them the first Japanese artist to top the weekly chart in the US.

Newsletter: MONA releases debut EP Love, MONA: a modern take on love letters

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Filipino recording star MONA has officially released her highly anticipated debut EP, Love, MONA, 

Available now via Sony Music Entertainment, the 5-track release serves as a collection of love letters in the form of songs. Inspired by the tradition of exchanging handwritten letters in the ‘90s, MONA channels this intimate and personal expression of emotion into her distinct brand of storytelling.

Newsletter: PARTY FAVOR Says Farewell w/ The Party Never Dies EP Out Now via Ultra Records

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Dance music powerhouse PARTY FAVOR will bid an unforgettable farewell with his final EP, The Party Never Dies, dropped on December 6th via Ultra Records. This swan song EP marks the culmination of his career-defining journey through the electronic music world. To commemorate the release and his career spanning over a decade, an honorary funeral music video, has been prepared featuring a guest list of over 20 artists from the industry. The visual tribute will see appearances from Valentino Khan, Bijou, Rossy Kate, and many more, celebrating the legacy of PARTY FAVOR’s groundbreaking contributions.

Newsletter: James Reid hits home with new EP, jgh

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James Reid has officially released his highly anticipated new EP, jgh, under Sony Music Entertainment and Careless Music.