Weekly Recap: 4/22
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New Music Releases
There’s Nothin’ Holding Me Back – Shawn Mendes
New Music News
1. Riot Fest Unveils 1st Round of Lineup
Riot Fest announced their first round of lineup this week. The Chicago music festival, which takes place September 15-17, will announce at least 25 more bands. Highlights of this first round include Nine Inch Nails, Paramore, M.I.A., A Day to Remember and Taking Back Sunday.
2. Alternative Press Announce Nominations for Best New Artist Video
Alternative Press announced a new category for their award show, the APMAs. The Best New Artist Video has nominations are:
- K.Flay – “Blood in the Cut”
- PUP – “Sleep in the Heat”
- SWMRS – “Palm Trees”
- Tiny Moving Parts – “Common Cold”
- Watsky – “Don’t Be Nice”
- With Confidence “Voldemort”
The APMAs will be held in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 17.
3. Paramore Announce New Album, New Single
Paramore didn’t just drop a new single. Earlier this week, they announced their new album, After Laughter. The album will be released May 12. Check out their new single below:
BTS Article Roundup
Lights Announces New Album and Comic
Jacob Banks’ EP “The Boy Who Cried Freedom” Release & Review
Deidre Thornell Brings Freedom to Country Music
Caroline Romana Performs Stunning Rendition of Sabrina Carpenter’s “Thumbs”
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