The Song Project - 2022 - West End Articles Page 8

YEJI, a member of the critically acclaimed K-pop powerhouse ITZY, has officially released her debut solo mini-album AIR. As the leader of ITZY, YEJI becomes the first member of the iconic group to embark on a solo project. Listen to it here!

Adam Driver written and directed by Frances Smith and Co-directed by Francesca Bolam will be presented as part of the 2025 New York City Fringe Festival with FRIGID New York at Chain Theatre.

Welsh National Opera has announced its Spring 2025 Season. The season includes Peter Gimes, The Marriage of Figaro, and more. Learn more about the full lineup here!

The WA Youth Jazz Orchestra has announced the appointment of jazz saxophonist, composer, educator, Gemma Farrell as Artistic Director.  Learn more about Gemma here!

Nashville-based artist Melanie MacLaren will be hitting the road this spring supporting her critically acclaimed EP Bloodlust, with shows throughout the Southwest. 

Nigerian-born, North Carolina-raised musician and academic scholar Uwade has shared a highlight single from her debut album titled “(I Wonder) What We're Made Of.” Check it out here.

Craft Recordings celebrates the enduring, 75-year legacy of PEANUTS, with an expanded reissue of Jazz Impressions of a Boy Named Charlie Brown. Arriving April 4th, the collection features 11 never-before-heard outtakes plus the original album.

“Lead Up,” the second single off of Goose’s forthcoming new album, Everything Must Go, opens with a distant howl cutting through the stillness. The song begins ominously, showcasing the band’s ethereal register. Listen to it now here.

OPERA America has revealed the eight recipients of the 2025 Discovery Grants from its Opera Grants for Women Composers program. Learn more about the program and the awardees.

Grace Farms will welcome back acclaimed jazz vocalist, composer, and advocate Andromeda Turre for an exclusive concert. Learn more and see how to attend.

The 92nd Street Y, New York will present Karen Slack, soprano & Kevin Miller, piano: African Queens in March. Learn more about Slack and see how to attend the concert!

Oakland Ballet Company has announced the program for its fourth Dancing Moons Festival, an annual celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander artists.

When Next We Meet, a boutique music festival set in the stunning grounds of Raheen House, Clonmel, has announced its first wave of artists for the 2025 edition taking place on June 7th and 8th, including Villagers, Pillow Queens, and Morgana.

Regarded as one of the greatest songwriters of his generation, New Zealand native Tim Finn is returning to Australia in August for three exclusive shows celebrating 40 years of his landmark debut solo album Escapade.

Kiln Theatre has announced its new 2025/26 season, Amit Sharma's second as Artistic Director. The programme features three world premieres and a new version of a much-loved hit.

UK-born, LA-based, rising singer-songwriter and multi-hyphenate talent Rose Betts has unveiled her new single “You Never Looked Back,” off her highly-anticipated new album, There Is No Ship. Listen to the single here.

Singer, songwriter, and producer Mallrat has unveiled her new artistic statement in Light hit my face like a straight right, her new record out now. Check it out here.

New Dramatists will honor a duo of artists at its Annual Spring Luncheon Tribute on Tuesday, May 27 at the New York Marriott Marquis. The honorees include Tina Landau and Idina Menzel.

In celebration of the 10th Anniversary of Imagine Dragons' sophomore album, Smoke + Mirrors, the band will release a treasure trove of never-before-heard demos with their upcoming anniversary album.

GIVĒON, the seven-time GRAMMY® nominee and platinum-selling R&B singer-songwriter has made his highly anticipated return with the release of his new single, “Twenties.' Listen to the song now!

Multi-platinum hip hop artist DDG keeps his 2025 hot streak going with the release of his new single, “The Method.” The track was originally previewed while he was writing and recording it on a livestream with PlaqueBoyMax. Listen to the track now!

The Lucille Lortel Theatre has revealed that four new musicals will receive support through the 121 Project, the Lortel's tailored development program for new musical works. Learn more!

Rap virtuoso and Pivot Gang leader Saba and GRAMMY® Award-winning super-producer and the “Godfather of Chicago Hip-Hop” No ID treat listeners to their newest collaborative single, “Woes of the World.' Check it out now!

Acclaimed indie-pop band Lucius will release their highly anticipated new self-titled album May 2. Ahead of the release, their new song, “Gold Rush,” is out now. Listen to it here!

Pianist Sarah Cahill will mark International Women's Day on Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 2-8pm with a six-hour marathon performance of music from her ongoing project The Future is Female presented by MetLiveArts at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 Fifth Avenue), in the European Paintings 1250-1800 Gallery 609.