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Pastor John Elmore & LaShá Knox to Release New Holiday EP “Take Me Back To Christmas” on Oct. 30th, 2026

PASTOR JOHN ELMORE AND LASHÁ KNOX REKINDLE THE MAGIC OF CLASSIC CHRISTMAS WITH NEW EP, TAKE ME BACK TO CHRISTMAS

ATLANTA, GA — Get ready to turn up the Christmas music, gather the family, and take a soulful trip down memory lane! GRAMMY®-nominated, Stellar Award-winning producer and Gospel recording artist Pastor John Elmore joins powerhouse vocalist LaShá Knox for TAKE ME BACK TO CHRISTMAS.

Christian McBride & Ursa Major to Release New Debut Album “Points of Light” on October 30th, 2026 | LISTEN! Announces Tour Dates for 2026

11x GRAMMY® Award-Winning
Christian McBride Announces Highly Anticipated Debut Album
From Newest Ensemble
Christian McBride & Ursa Major

Points of Light out October 30 via Mack Avenue Records
Produced by 8x GRAMMY® Nominated Terrace Martin

September 9, 2026: Today, 11x GRAMMY® Award-winning bassist, composer, and bandleader Christian McBride announced Points of Light, the debut album from his newest ensemble Ursa Major.

The Allen Carman Project Releases New Track “Factor Of One” | LISTEN!

The Allen Carman Project
“Factor Of One”

The latest single from The Allen Carman Project titled “Factor Of One” is from the band’s upcoming album scheduled for release in early 2027. This single, written and produced by Allen Carman and Gumbi Ortiz, is a mix of soulful R&B and sensual Smooth Jazz with an irresistible groove.

Guitarist Reza Khan to Release New Project “Shadow Dancers” on Oct. 30th, 2026 | LISTEN!

REZA KHAN “SHADOW DANCERS”
DROPS OCTOBER 30th

The guitarist, arranger-composer, and sound designer utilizes a large cast of talents to create cinematic music that is filled with the excitement of life along with the peace and tranquility that occurs between twilight and dawn.

Singer Kisha Grandy to Release New Holiday Track “The Greatest” feat. Claude Deuce on Oct. 30th, 2026

KISHA GRANDY CELEBRATES THE TRUE GREATNESS OF CHRISTMAS WITH NEW HOLIDAY SINGLE “THE GREATEST” FEATURING CLAUDE DEUCE

Atlanta, GA — The unmistakably rich contralto and powerfully passionate voice of Kisha Grandy first captivated audiences in the 1990s as a standout vocalist with the multi-platinum-selling Gospel powerhouse Kirk Franklin & The Family.

Saxophonist Otoe Mori to Release New Single “The Way To You” on Nov. 6th, 2026

Otoe Mori
“The Way To You”

Born in Nagano, Japan, Otoe Mori was given a name that means “blessed with music,” a fitting reflection of her lifelong connection to the art of music. Inspired by the sounds of her father’s saxophone and clarinet, she discovered a deep connection to music at an early age.

Mariah Carey Celebrates 25th Anniv. of “Glitter” | Returns to Vinyl – Digital Deluxe Edition ft. 15 Additional Tracks & More on October 30th, 2026 | WATCH NEW VIDEO!

GLITTER SHINES BRIGHTER THAN EVER: MARIAH CAREY CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF HER FAN-FAVORITE ALBUM

BELOVED 2001 CULT CLASSIC RETURNS TO VINYL FOR FIRST TIME SINCE ITS ORIGINAL RELEASE, ALONGSIDE AN EXPANDED DIGITAL DELUXE EDITION FEATURING 15 ADDITIONAL TRACKS, INCLUDING RARE AND PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED RECORDINGS

Los Angeles – August 20, 2026 – Award-winning international superstar, singer, songwriter, author and the best-selling female artist of all time, Mariah Carey, is celebrating the 25th anniversary of Glitter, her beloved 2001 cult classic that has experienced a remarkable resurgence in the years since its original release.

Funk Group Lettuce Releases New Track “Lightning Bugger” | WATCH NEW VIDEO!

LETTUCE STRIKES WITH NEW SINGLE “LIGHTNING BUGGER” & ANNOUNCE SPECIAL
7-INCH VINYL RELEASE

Preorders for the band’s latest 7-inch vinyl offering open October 23 for the two-track release, featuring the Meters-inspired “M.O.T.N.S.” on the B-side with records shipping on December 18

GRAMMY-nominated future funk band Lettuce brings their one-of-a-kind musical electricity to “Lightning Bugger,” a soulful, R&B-infused new single written primarily by bassist Erick “Maverick” Coomes.

Gospel Singer Earnest Pugh Releases Official Video for “Send Your Rain” | WATCH!

GET READY FOR AN EXPLOSIVE PRAISE EXPERIENCE:
EARNEST PUGH DROPS “SEND YOUR RAIN” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

Houston, TX — Gospel’s Leading Man, Earnest Pugh, is giving fans a front-row seat to an unforgettable praise experience with the release of his new official music video for “Send Your Rain,” available now on YouTube, Apple Music, and Spotify.

Saxophonist Mike Burton Releases New Single “Invisible” | LISTEN!

Renown Award-Winning Saxophonist, MIKE BURTON, Releases His New Single, “INVISIBLE” (Globally Available NOW)

Award-winning saxophonist, Mike Burton readies the release of his latest single, “INVISIBLE”. The tune was written by Mike Burton and produced by Mike Burton and Jelani Jackson.