Author: Steve Owens

Produced by Eva-Marie, A Whole New World: French Covers of Classic Animated Movie Songs reimagines iconic tracks like “Colors of the Wind,” “When You Wish Upon a Star,” and “A Whole New World” with French lyrics and acoustic jazz arrangements. Music industry vet Greg Howard and GRAMMY-nominated artist and producer Jack Jezzro, both co-founders of Burton Avenue Music, served as Executive Producers on the record. Eva-Marie’s interpretation of “Under the Sea” captures the bright-eyed spirit of a young fish, embodying the song’s playful energy in both her voice and her animated performance. “Recording ‘Under the Sea’ was so much fun,” Eva-Marie says.…

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A steamy encounter with a new neighbor who has gone missing leads the recently unemployed Lucia (Malena Alterio) to take on work as a cab driver in hopes of finding the man that reawakened her latent sexuality. Using her new vocation as a means of radical connection and self-reinvention, she finds both erotic and intellectual stimulation from her clientele. However, the more Lucia freely gives of herself to strangers, the more it becomes clear that she might be the target of a nefarious plot with violent consequences. Slyly fusing genres while subverting their expectations, Antonio Méndez Esparza’s SOMETHING IS ABOUT…

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World’s First Cinema released their first single of 2025, “Paranoid,” via Fearless Records. It’s available to stream now, along with a lyric visualizer. The Los Angeles-based duo – John Sinclair and Fil Thorpe – continue to push cinematic boundaries with their new track through storytelling as listeners embark on a lyrical and hypnotic journey that builds momentum throughout. It all comes together at the climactic bridge that will turn heads and have you looking over your shoulder. This new single comes just after the release of two other tracks to close out 2024 – the striking song “The Underneath” and the anthemic baroque pop song “Freak Show.” Written and produced…

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Marking 30 years since the opening statements of what came to be dubbed “The Trial of the Century,” Court TV announced today the launch of a seven-part original limited series, “Trial & Error: Why Did O.J. Win?”. The series takes a deep dive into the infamous double murder trial of O.J. Simpson; a case that was captured by Court TV cameras and helped ignite the nation’s ongoing obsession with true crime. ourt TV will debut new episodes of “Trial & Error: Why Did O.J. Win?” on Sunday nights at 8 p.m. ET/PT starting Feb. 16. Watch a sneak preview of the series HERE. Utilizing…

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The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures announced today details of the 2025 Oscars Season at the Academy Museum, running through March 30, which invites the public to celebrate the 97th Oscars® and delve into Academy Awards® history through unique and engaging Oscar®-focused events and activities found only at the museum.Oscars Season will see the Academy Museum campus activated for visitors to experience new gallery content, in-gallery tours and programs, Oscar® Sundays screenings, Oscar Nominee Spotlights, this year’s Oscar-winning film screenings, exclusive store merchandise, The Oscars® Experience presented in the East West Bank Gallery, and the Official Oscars® Watch Party.“This year,…

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Nashville, TN – Free Throw has announced a special, deluxe version of their popular album ‘Those Days Are Gone’ being released on February 28 through Wax Bodega. The new version of the album will include the original songs, new versions of songs that will feature vocals from Tades Sanville of Hot Mulligan, Nathan Hardy of Microwave, Pat Miranda of Movements, Christine Goodwyne of Pool Kids and Yvette Young of Covet with additional live versions of the original tracks rounding out the album, commemorating ten years of its release. Today the band releases the re-recorded version of “Hey Ken, Someone Methodically…

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If you’re a music producer or live performer using Ableton Live 12, a high-quality MIDI controller is essential to unlock the full potential of your workflow. In 2025, the market is brimming with innovative options that cater to a wide range of needs and budgets. Here, we’ve rounded up the best MIDI controllers for Ableton Live 12 to help you make an informed choice. 1. Ableton Push 3 When it comes to integration with Ableton Live, it’s hard to beat the Push 3. Designed by Ableton, this controller offers deep integration and an intuitive interface. It allows you to: The…

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– Award-winning lingerie brand Bluebella unveils model Lauren Wasser as the brand’s new Valentine’s campaign star, launching on the 7th of January. Entitled ‘Love Letters’, this unique campaign champions self-love in the purest form. The campaign, which centers around female narratives celebrates the best of ourselves, honoring each of our personal journeys to self-acceptance and confidence. Love Letters shares Lauren’s journey to appreciating, and ultimately loving her body and is an invitation for the Bluebella audience to respect and love themselves. “This campaign is about owning yourself, something I feel that I really embody. I think that’s what makes us all unique…

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Sony Honda Mobility Inc. (SHM) announced today that they have partnered with Spotify, the world’s most popular audio streaming subscription service with more than 640 million users worldwide, to expand its in-car entertainment services. Through this partnership, AFEELA customers will be able to access Spotify directly from their in-car entertainment system, ensuring a seamless audio experience from their personal devices to the vehicle. Customers will also be able to enjoy their favorite playlists, recently played songs, personalized recommendations, and Spotify’s extensive library of over 100 million songs, 6 million podcast titles, 350,000 audiobook titles, and enjoy content personalized to their…

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After two inspiring nights of preliminary competition, during which 52 delegates from across the United States and Puerto Rico showcased their talents, interview skills, and community service achievements, Abbie Stockard, representing her home state as Miss Alabama, was crowned Miss America 2025.The 22-year-old from Birmingham, Alabama, impressed the esteemed panel of judges in all phases of the competition, securing her position as the 104th woman to earn the title and join the sisterhood of iconic and inspirational women. A lifelong advocate for Cystic Fibrosis, Abbie was named the “2024 Hero of Hope” by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Having personally raised over…

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