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Houston’s J.a.y. Young Reveals His “Love.hate." Clip

Directed by DJ Young Samm, the “Love.hate.” music video opens on two inseparable young boys shooting hoops at Milton Park, a snapshot of everyday life spent side by side, “chasing dreams” and embracing the invincibility of youth. As time passes, they inevitably grow and change...

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Emma See Shares Her Latest Single, “How to Drive”

“How to Drive”, the new single by London-based Danish rising artist Emma See is a catchy pop statement about choosing yourself - about daring to move forward without knowing your destination. The single marks the first release from a larger conceptual project by Emma See.

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Splice Expands Creator Compensation Into AI With Generative Tools

Splice is introducing a new suite of tools -- Variations, Craft, and Magic Fit -- that allow producers to transform and adapt sounds using AI. This ensures the original sample creators are compensated not only for downloads but also for AI-generated outputs derived from their work.

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New Haven Rap Artist Big Wic Drops “Cheesecake”

The "Cheesecake" video, directed by Prince Produced It, carries that same pride into the visuals. Shot across major New England landmarks, including TD Garden, Foxwoods, and UConn, it frames the region through scale and presence...

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Tex Moonlight Unleashes His “Ape Shall Not Kill Ape” Clip

“Silly” is a word Tex Moonlight not only embraces but actively chases in the “Ape Shall Not Kill Ape” music video, offering viewers a rare chance to set their troubles aside and step into the vivid wonderland of a lost early-2000s aesthetic.

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Ryan Collins and Ty Taylor Unveil “The Madness”

Naturally showcasing the built-in versatility of this electrifying experience, “The Madness” music video offers viewers a front-row seat to the performance of a lifetime, throwing open the doors to a packed theater where thousands of adoring fans cheer on Collins, Taylor, and their spirited crew.

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Divergent Present Their Lyric Video for “Give Her Love”

As Divergent unravels this harrowing tale, building tension with each verse, the “Give Her Love” lyric video sets the scene, painting a vivid portrait of the place where things took a turn for the worse. Tucked within abandoned, overgrown stretches of railroad tracks, gravel roads lined with rusty pickup trucks…

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Interview: Con Raso, Managing Director of Tuned Global

NxtNow Music recently spoke with Con Raso, Managing Director of Tuned Global, about the company’s mission to move the wellness and fitness industry beyond automated soundscapes and how its cloud music platform is powering meaningful partnerships with forward-thinking brands like Lululemon and MediMusic.

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How to Release Your First Single on a $100 Budget

Releasing new music today doesn’t require a massive label budget. With the right selection of high-efficiency tools, you can get your song from your DAW to Spotify and Apple Music for less than $100, while maintaining professional standards in sound and visuals. Here is the step-by-step blueprint for a high-impact, low-cost release.

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The Black Moods Release Their Latest Song, “Time Bomb”

Formed in Tempe, AZ, The Black Moods' is comprised of three members — frontman/guitarist Josh Kennedy, drummer Chico Diaz and bassist Jordan Hoffman. They are modern-day torchbearers of ageless rock & roll, and have just released their new song entitled “Time Bomb”.

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