Nashville singer-songwriter Sam Varga shares The Fallout, a 7-track EP merging alt-country grit with emo/punk urgency and alt-pop hooks. Features two new songs: “What If I’m Okay?” and “Sticking With It.” Out now on all platforms.

Encore Music Group releases Ricochet’s “What Do I Know” (Eric Kupper Dance Remix) [Club Edit], a high-energy update celebrating 30 years of the 1996 Top 5 hit. Premiered by The Hollywood Times, the remix pushes the band’s country-to-club crossover—following recent Music Week Top-6 success.

Maisie Peters is back with two new singles—“You You You” and “Audrey Hepburn”—out now via Gingerbread Man Records/Atlantic. Her first original music in two years signals a new era and teases a third studio album, as intimate comeback shows in London and New York sell out.

Music City’s finest gather Nov 18 at 3rd & Lindsley for “Friends of the Atwoods: A Night of Giving,” benefiting Tim & Roxane Atwood as they face major health challenges. Sponsored by Springer Mountain Farms; live auction and more. Doors 6pm, show 7:30pm.

Pop singer, songwriter, and producer elijah woods shares “I Miss You,” the final preview of his debut LP Can We Talk? (out Oct 14). After viral teasers, he confirms headline shows: Dec 2 at Baby’s All Right (NYC) and Dec 9 at The Echo (LA). Presale Oct 8; on-sale Oct 10.

Country artist Sammy Sadler premieres the official “I Can’t Get Close Enough” video—digitally via My Kind of Country and on TV today at 5:30 PM ET/PT on The Heartland Network. The clip, filmed by Studio Dunlap in Tennessee, features members of Exile and classic country imagery.

Konstantinos Argiros—Greece’s #1 most-streamed male artist—launches Pentagon Records in partnership with Panik Records and 10K Projects/Atlantic Music Group. The venture aims to elevate Mediterranean talent globally. New single “CHAMP” lands October 17.

Ahead of their global headline run, The Band CAMINO drop “12:34,” expanding the ‘NeverAlways’ era via Atlantic Records. The Nashville trio launch the NeverAlways Tour Oct 10 in Atlanta, with major stops in LA and NYC. Stream the new track and the full album now.

“Countricana” singer-songwriter Caryn Dixon releases Bird in a Cage, a five-track EP blending Americana soul and country storytelling about breaking free, transformation, and hope. Co-written with collaborators and produced by Gabe Neal, the project is out now on all platforms.

Rising New Dallas rapper HeadHuncho Amir drops “You The Biggest,” a high-drive statement and first look at his mixtape 50 Year Run (out Oct 17). Recent drops “Still Ain Nun Bigger” and “New Dallus” build momentum after a summer on tour with EST Gee. Preorder the tape and listen/watch now.

Junifer releases “Thoughts For The Night,” a luminous alt-pop/folktronica single that finds beauty in small midnight rituals—kids asleep, whispered kitchen talks, a home alive with love. Blending shimmering synths and organic textures, the track is out now on all platforms.

Daisy Grenade return with “Good Luck (Wish You Hell),” an evocative alt-pop power ballad produced by WZRD BLD, out now via DCD2/Fueled By Ramen. The duo tours with Stand Atlantic and headlines a Halloween homecoming at NYC’s Le Poisson Rouge.

Shaya Zamora unveils “Chemicals,” an emotive single about love’s intensity, produced by Maxwell “Mxwell” Harlor and Scott Krueger. Fueled by social teases, the track is out now via Atlantic Records, following standouts like “Numb,” “Dark Sea,” and viral hit “Pretty Little Devil.”

Forest Blakk celebrates the 5-year milestone of his platinum hit “If You Love Her” with a 5-track anniversary EP—out now via Atlantic Records—featuring a newly surfaced duet with Christina Perri, versions with Meghan Trainor and Mark McCabe, and an acoustic take.

Fred again.. releases “you’re a star” with Amyl and the Sniffers, launching the next USB era. The project spans 10 songs and 10 shows in 10 cities over 10 weeks; USB002 vinyl is available to pre-order. The USB series began in 2022 and later pressed to vinyl as USB001.

Vance Joy returns with “Fascination In The Dark,” the twin track to “Divine Feelings,” now out as a double A-side. The Bill Bleakley–directed visual sets up the “Divine Feelings” storyline, while sold-out North American pop-ups have premiered both tracks to fans.

Electropop artist-producer Justine On Green announces debut single “Letter to the Industry,” out October 17. The track confronts exploitation in the arts, blending shimmering synths with raw, personal storytelling—marking her most authentic chapter yet.

Mike Clark Jr. releases the official “Keep On Steppin (Remix)” video featuring Big Boogie, building momentum from his deluxe EP Keep On Steppin: Bigger Stepper Edition. The visual features Ms. Shirley, L.Y.E Academy, and Tyone Curry, with shows ahead including One Music Fest in Atlanta.

Atlantic Records opens pre-order for Hazbin Hotel: Season Two (Original Soundtrack), featuring new songs by a star-studded cast. First single “Hazbin Guarantee (Trust Us)” is out now. Season Two premieres Oct 29 on Prime Video; the soundtrack drops Nov 19 in multiple formats.

Cardi B’s ‘Am I The Drama?’ debuts at #1, making her the first female rapper with her first two albums opening atop the Billboard 200. Extended Bonus and ErrTime editions are out now—watch “Safe” ft. Kehlani. The era also touts two Guinness records and a 2025 U.S. arena tour.

Sofia and The Antoinettes release debut EP Women Who Love Too Much, a 6-track set of intimate portraits inspired by Robin Norwood’s book. Lead single “Revolver” arrives with a Lynch-esque video by Joan Horrach. UK dates include support for Lola Young, Brixton Oct 15.

Tee Grizzley takes us “Back to Michigan” with a bold homecoming single out now. Coming off viral freestyles, he hits the road for the Forever My Moment Tour, running Oct 7 (Jacksonville) to Nov 9 (Grand Rapids).

YFN Lucci reclaims his spot with ALREADY LEGEND.—out now on all platforms. Focus track: “PIECES ON MY NECK” ft. 21 Savage. Watch “ALL NEW ROBOCOP.” video now. Limited merch + signed CDs available HERE. ATL in-store run: Sept 28, Sept 30, Oct 1.

Mexican/Salvadoran-American singer-songwriter Niko Rubio links with Zuri Marley for “Ring Ring (with ZURI),” a fresh take on her intoxicating single. Out via Atlantic Records with an official video. Stream the ‘Ring Ring’ EP and catch Rubio on The Two Lips’ “Kiss and Tell Tour.”

Cameron Whitcomb drops debut album ‘The Hard Way’ via Atlantic Records, featuring “Quitter,” “Options,” “Medusa,” and “Fragile.” Watch the new live “Medusa” performance now. The I’ve Got Options Tour kicks off Sept 26 in Portland, with a sold-out two-night stand at L.A.’s Troubadour.