Newsletter: GLOBAL RISING R&B STAR DENISE JULIA ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH EMPIRE

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Rising Filipina R&B singer/songwriter and producer Denise Julia makes smooth, sensual R&B that blends ‘90s and early-2000s influences with modern R&B and pop production. Her sound is equipped with airy vocals, layered harmonies and flirtatious lyrics – as seen is her brand her single, “Changes” out today on 2nd Floor Entertainment in a new partnership with global independent record label EMPIRE. EMPIRE is a global music company operating across label, distribution, and publishing. Founded in 2010 by Bay Area native Ghazi, EMPIRE has played a key role in developing and supporting some of today’s most influential artists, including Kendrick Lamar, Fireboy DML, Shaboozey, Asake, XXXTentacion, and Anderson .Paak. Beyond the U.S., EMPIRE has also worked with global artists such as Afgan, G-DRAGON, and EL CAPITXN, continuing to expand its presence across Asia, Africa, Europe, and South America while connecting artists and audiences worldwide.

Newsletter: Rol3ert Captures the Tension of Growing Up on New Single “Boy,” Produced with Taka Perry

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Rising Japanese singer-songwriter Rol3ert continues his rapid ascent across Asia and globally with the release of his new single “Boy,” produced in collaboration with Australian producer Taka Perry.

Newsletter: Malcolm Todd shares new single & video “I Saw Your Face”

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After a breakout year that saw his first appearance on the Billboard Hot 100 and a sold-out international headline tour spanning three continents, Malcolm kicked off 2026 with “Breathe,” his highest debut ever reaching the top 50 on Spotify day one. Now Malcolm Todd is back to tease more of what’s to come with the drop of a new single “I Saw Your Face.” A meditation on ending a relationship you know isn't right and grieving it anyway, the song captures something true and hard to say–just because leaving was your choice doesn’t mean it doesn’t hurt. The single comes alongside a music video co-directed by Malcolm Todd and Aidan Cullen. The video comments on masculinity unraveling. Man vs. cutting an onion, Malcolm vs. his sensitivity… the joke lands but the feeling is real to all the men out there. There is even a standoff in the video between Malcolm and a giant onion.

Newsletter: The Strokes set new album Reality Awaits for June 26

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Reality Awaits, the seventh studio album from The Strokes, is set for release on June 26 via Cult Records/RCA Records. “Going Shopping” is out now—listen here.

Newsletter: ICONA POP RELEASE BRAND NEW SINGLE & MUSIC VIDEO, “RITUAL” FEATURING DAYA – OUT NOW

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Multi-platinum duo Icona Pop return with their electrifying new single “Ritual” featuring Daya—written by the duo and born from a period of personal struggle, survival, and revelation. The cathartic, high-energy anthem captures the power of movement, release, and self-reclamation on the dancefloor, introducing a more vulnerable and emotionally grounded side of the artists.

Newsletter: It's just April, but here's June: Ligaya Escueta's New Shoegaze Single

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New music alert! Punk rock young blood Ligaya Escueta releases a new single titled June, a dreampop love song that sonically reiterates the ache of young romance in a soft, almost ethereal melody. The song is now available on all digital streaming platforms. 

Newsletter: Ely Buendia unveils new “light and optimistic” single “Ate”

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Legendary frontman Ely Buendia is back on our playlists with new song “Ate” released March 26 under his own label, Offshore Music Philippines. 

Newsletter: Part-Filipino American musician, artist, and actor from Euphoria, Dominic Fike, leads the Spotify Global Chart at #1 for the song 'Babydoll'

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For the first time in his career, Filipino-American musician, artist, and actor Dominic Fike has reached no. 1 on the Spotify Global Chart with his song “Babydoll.” The chart milestone shows a significant global streaming increase for the track, positioning the fast-rising pop star as one of this year’s breakthrough bets. 

Newsletter: Filipino Independent Artist Jiffy Casiño Announces Upcoming Single Release

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Independent music artist Jiffy Casiño is steadily building a following with his distinctive sound and presence on major streaming platforms. His first two singles, “Say Yes With Me” (released Feb 7, 2026) and “Made to Love You” (released Feb 21, 2026), are now available on Spotify and Apple Music, showcasing a captivating blend of contemporary pop and R&B. Jiffy’s music combines passion, rhythm, and expressive storytelling, offering listeners a memorable experience. 

Newsletter: Malcolm Todd shares new single & video “Breathe”

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After a breakout 2025 that saw his first appearance on the Billboard Hot 100, hundreds of millions of streams across his self-titled album, and a sold-out international headline tour, Malcolm Todd kicks off 2026 with his new single “Breathe.” Co-produced by Todd, the track arrives alongside an official music video directed by longtime collaborator Aidan Cullen and featuring choreography by Lexee Smith, signaling the start of a new chapter for the Los Angeles artist and performer.

Newsletter: Shakira and Beéle release new single ALGO TÚ

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GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Shakira and rising Colombian star Beéle have released their new track ALGO TÚ. Produced by A.C., Flambo, Shakira, and Beéle, the track is out now via Sony Music Latin/5020 Records.

Newsletter: James Reid hits the road with “Traffic” music video

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James Reid turns urban frustration into inspiration in the music video of “Traffic,” his latest single under Careless Philippines and Sony Music Entertainment. Caught in the gridlock of Metro Manila, the video finds James driving around the standstill roads, visibly stressed and tired, yet holding on to the thought that the moment, like traffic itself, will soon pass.

Newsletter: Skye Newman continues her ascent with bold new single ‘Walk’

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South London singer-songwriter Skye Newman returns with her new single ‘Walk’, a sharp and defiant release that captures her at her most direct and unfiltered.

Newsletter: Global superstar Meghan Trainor releases new single “Get In Girl”

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Global superstar Meghan Trainor has delivered the perfect Galentine’s Day anthem, “Get In Girl,” out today via Epic Records. The track is featured on her seventh full-length album, Toy With Me, out April 24.

Newsletter: Myles Smith releases new single with Niall Horan ‘Drive Safe’

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Myles Smith releases his first single of 2026, 'Drive Safe', a special collaboration with Niall Horan.

After sparking much anticipation on socials, Myles now officially lifts the curtain on the track, with pre-orders available from today. 'Drive Safe' marks the first official collaboration between the two artists - co-written by Myles Smith and Niall Horan, the song reflects the close creative friendship the pair have developed. Pairing Myles’ emotionally precise songwriting with Niall’s globally celebrated melodic sensibility, the track feels both intimate and effortless, shaped by a shared instinct for honest, heartfelt storytelling.

Newsletter: Mitski Presents “I’ll Change for You” Single/Video And Announces Global Performances, including Manila

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Mitski presents “I’ll Change for You,” the second single from her forthcoming album, Nothing's About to Happen to Me, out February 27th via Dead Oceans, and announces global performances. “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). 

Newsletter: Gab Cabangon finds peace after the hustle in new single “Kama”

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Filipino singer-songwriter Gab Cabangon returns with the release of his new single, “Kama,” a soulful guitar-pop track that finds comfort in someone else’s arms after a long, exhausting day at work. Written by Cabangon himself, the song offers a gentle reminder that rest is not a reward but a necessity in a world that rarely slows down.

Newsletter: Clara Benin embraces the quiet power of “muscle memory,” her first 2026 single

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After staging a two-night concert honoring the tenth anniversary of her well-received records, Human Eyes and Riverchild, Clara Benin marks the start of 2026 with the release of her new single, ‘muscle memory,’ out via Sony Music Entertainment.

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

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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.

Newsletter: Madison Beer shares new album “locket”

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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.”