Music Theatre Newsroom

Join Maestro Hamid Motebassem, renowned Iranian musician, as he returns to Toronto after a decade. Experience his Persian classical music with the George Crotty Trio and Damsaz Ensemble, showcasing his exceptional talent in composition and improvisation.

IAmSophia releases her new galactic pop hit, ALIEN BEING HUMAN. The song serves as a sonic journey transcending earthly existence, reminding listeners of their celestial origins and inviting them on a self-discovery voyage.

Emerging Queer pop star Zolita debuts a brand new gut wrenching track “Grown Up,” appearing on her forthcoming album Queen of Hearts due May 31 via AWAL. A blistering indictment of a past relationship, Zolita sings “I don’t get how you were having fun, I was way too young,” the music gathering fury with each repetition of the lyric. Listen to the new song!

Georgia-raised / Arizona-based musician Victoria Bigelow has released her Devan Skaggs-produced new EP Songs for No One Vol 2 via Immortal Records. She also has announced several Los Angeles-area dates following her March performances at Luck Reunion where she was selected as an Artist On The Rise, and at SXSW where she gave a riveting performance during The Line of Best Fit’s showcase. Listen to the new EP!

New York City/Los Angeles-based alt-pop group MisterWives have announced the deluxe edition of their 2023 LP, Nosebleeds: Deluxe, due out this summer. Alongside the big news, the band delivers the first taste with booming track 'Organized Chaos' out everywhere now. The forthcoming collection includes reworked versions of all original tracks with plenty of surprises in store. Listen to the new track now!

ACM New Female Vocalist of the Year nominee Kylie Morgan celebrates Mother’s Day early with the release of “Scratching the Surface (Mama’s Song).” The sentimental track written by Kylie spotlights the special bond between a mother and daughter and speaks to the sacrifices mother’s make for their children. The lyrics beautifully weave a story of gratitude and hope, straight from a daughter to her mother. Listen to the new song!

Explore the powerful commentary on modern life's pressures in Arctic Wave's anticipated single, AIR TO BREATHE.

Pop singer, vaultboy has released his debut album, everything and nothing, alongside the music video for 'take the hit.” The song delves into the anxiety and uncertainty around important decisions, and pushing past the confusion and counting on one’s self. This is an uptempo track with layered backing vocals and the synths that vaultboy has become known for. vaultboy's debut album, everything and nothing, precedes the launch of his global tour on May 14. Listen to the new album!

UMG Nashville/Mercury Records recording artist Dalton Dover has premiered the official music video for his rollicking track “Bury Me In This Bar” ahead of the single’s official country radio add date on Monday, May 13. “This is one of my favorite songs I’ve ever been a part of writing,” Dover shares. Watch the music video now!

Eric Sleeper has unveiled his new single, “White Fences,” a song about discovering your unique journey and escaping from societal norms and expectations. This dynamic track signals a fresh chapter in Sleeper’s musical evolution and assures a monumental impact on the alternative rock scene. Listen to the single here!

Building upon the success of two GRAMMY® nominations and coming off the first leg of a national tour with Lauren Daigle, two-time DOVE Award winner Blessing Offor has released a brand-new track, “Somebody’s Child,” featuring a collaboration with global music icon Dolly Parton. Watch the video here!

Acclaimed singer/songwriter Olivia O’Brien releases “glimpse of me,” the second single from her highly anticipated forthcoming EP Love & Limerence due June 21. In addition, she also has announced an EP release show in NYC on June 20 at The Racket. Ahead of the show in June, Olivia will perform an intimate sold-out Sofar Sounds show in NYC on May 18. Listen to the new single now!

Boundary-breaking artist Orville Peck has shared his highly-anticipated duets album Stampede Vol. 1. Alongside the album arrives a stunning video for the Noah Cyrus collaboration, 'How Far Will We Take It?'. Peck will kick off his Stampede headline tour on May 28 in Asheville, NC. See all dates here. Watch the new music video!

'I Don’t Smoke' is one of my favorite songs on this record,' shares Flanigan. 'Originally cut by Lee Brice and Warren Haynes, who are two of the greatest. I wanted to do my version of it on this record. I haven't had a drink in nine years now, and this is one of the only songs out there saying 'I don't drink' and 'I don't smoke,' while still sounding like a party!' Listen to the single now!

Groundbreaking country artist, Lily Rose, first burst onto the scene with her distinct vocals and unique perspective, earning the trust of her fans one city at a time as she toured with country's biggest stars. Now, the trailblazing country star delivers her highly-anticipated EP Runnin' Outta Time to fans, bringing a modern approach to songs about family, hometowns, and living life to its fullest. Listen to the EP now!

GRAMMY® Award-nominated global superstar Ice Spice returns with “Gimmie A Light” — the first official single from her forthcoming debut album Y2K. Set for release via 10K Projects/Capitol Records, the massively anticipated Y2K is due out later this year. Listen to the single here!

The new songs find them plumbing through new depths of loathing — directed both inward and outward. Across 10 tracks and 27 gripping minutes, You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To leans into Knocked Loose’s most extreme impulses, from blastbeat-driven fury, chaotic turbulence and seismic breakdowns. Listen to the new album now!

Grammy-award nominated multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, producer and songwriter Jordan Rakei’s highly anticipated new album, ‘The Loop’ is out now via Verve Forecast and Decca UK. Rakei has confirmed an extensive live tour in support of the album, with dates announced for the US including shows in New York, D.C., Boston, Los Angeles, San Francisco and more. Listen to the album now!

Theodore has released his new track 'The Big Rip,' along with its corresponding music video. The video features the beloved actress Maria Aliferi, the award-winning Dimitra Vlagopoulou (ANIMAL, 2023), and Theodore himself, who appears on a music video of his for the first time. Watch the video here!

GRAMMY-nominated duo The Secret Sisters’ new song, “Mama, Now,” has debuted in celebration of Mother’s Day this weekend. Of the track, the sisters, Lydia Slagle and Laura Rogers, reflect, “Nothing in our lives has transformed our music and priorities quite like motherhood. If you’ve worn the name, you know...' Listen to the new song!

Four-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated, multi-platinum Atlanta rap superstar Gunna has released his fifth studio album One of Wun. The 20-track album boasts superstar collaborations with Offset, Normani, Leon Bridges and Roddy Ricch. Listen to the new album!

Having cemented herself as a fearless artist and colorful storyteller, Virginia-based Karen Jonas is readying the release of her seventh album, The Rise and Fall of American Kitsch (August 9). The first single, 'Rich Man's Valley,' out now, offers an optimistic telling of the Carter family's journey from their humble beginnings in Poor Valley, Virginia, to the most revered echelons of country music history. Listen to the new single!

With a trail of mesmerized fans and over 180 million streams under his belt, singer-songwriter sensation Myles Smith is poised to captivate audiences once again with his latest single, 'Stargazing.' This eagerly anticipated track promises to be a celestial addition to his already stellar repertoire of soul-stirring melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Listen to the new single!

Kansas City's indie-rock band The Greeting Committee have unleashed their latest single, “Cyclical.” The breezy yet vulnerable track comes from the band’s upcoming new album, Everyone’s Gone and I Know I’m The Cause, set for release on June 21. The Greeting Committee will also be embarking on a massive US tour this summer to celebrate the new album. Listen to the new single now!

Breakout star glaive has debuted a new single, “tijuana freestyle,” alongside a self-shot and directed video. “tijuana freestyle” arrives on the heels of glaive’s latest EP, a bit of a mad one, which he shared earlier this year. The new music was recorded during a trip to Alaska with longtime producer Jeff Hazin, Ralph Castelli and new collaborator John Cunningham. Listen to the single here!