Yachtley Crew Release New Original Single "Pain Of Losing You" We have a proper treat for yacht rock fans today! Yachtley Crew has announced that it will "release their new single and original song 'Pain Of Losing You' via Earache Records. The song was written by the iconic and multi-award-winning songwriter Diane Warren and will  be featured on the group’s  upcoming album Seas The Night, set for release on September 19, 2025."According to a press release on Wednesday, "'Pain Of Losing You' was  produced by Chris Lord-Alge (Stevie Nicks, Steven Tyler, Keith Urban, Bruce Springsteen, Green Day), and mastered by Ted Jensen (Eagles, Norah Jones, Evanescence, Alice in Chains, James Taylor) at Lord-Alge’s studios in Los Angeles."“Our new song “Pain Of Losing You” was written by none other than the legendary  songwriter Diane Warren…and it’s a fun story of how it came about. We heard through our manager Andy Gould that Diane was a fan of Yachtley Crew and loves the genre yacht rock. When Andy was speaking with her about our upcoming album, Seas The Night, she told Andy that she had a song that she thought would be a perfect fit in the yacht rock genre and for Yachtley Crew to record as an original. That’s when we heard the song ‘Pain Of Losing You’ and we knew that we had to record it.  Honestly, it’s a dream come true to get to record a song written by someone as iconic as Diane Warren, and our producer Chris Lord-Alge knew exactly what to do to get it to sound like the Crew.” Yachtley Crew“It was a pleasure working on an “original” song with the band , thank you Diane for such a great one. From playing so many shows they are a fine- tuned machine and after learning the track it came together very quickly. Phillip is a great singer and really sold the song. Rob and Chaz built a great foundation while Tommy , Matt, Paul and Stoney brought all the flavors needed to make a fantastic song. They all sing and always have great ideas.  It’s a pleasure producing all the Yachtley Crew music!“ Chris Lord-Alge“'Pain of Losing You' is the 2nd single from Yachtley Crew’s upcoming album Seas The Night album and follows the release of the band’s cover of the  Boz Scaggs classic 'Lowdown'," they said. “'Lowdown is accompanied by a video that captures footage from some of  Yachtley Crew’s sold-out international and U.S. shows. The band are fresh on the heels of an Australian tour and are currently on the 3rd leg of their 2025 Seas The Night tour, with dates scheduled through November, including their  longstanding residency at KAOS at The Palms Casino & Resort in Las Vegas, NV.""Yachtley  Crew is comprised of  lead vocalist Phillip Daniel (Philly Ocean), drummer Rob Jones (Sailor Hawkins), bassist Chaz Ruiz (Baba Buoy), guitarist Thomas Gardner Jr. (Tommy Buoy), backing vocalist Curt Clendenin (Stoney Shores), saxophone/flutist Paul Pate (Pauly Shores) and keyboardist Matt Grossman (Matthew McDonald)."

"Diane Warren is one of modern music’s most celebrated songwriters. She has penned nine #1 and thirty-three top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 and is tied for having written the most #1 songs as a sole writer in Billboard history. She was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2001 and received the prestigious Johnny Mercer Award from the organization in June 2024.   Warren has received 16 Academy Award nominations, is a GRAMMY winner with 15 nominations, an EMMY winner, and is a two-time Golden Globe winner whose songs have been featured in more than 150 films.  She is an Honorary Oscar recipient.""Yachtley Crew have appeared on HBO’s Yacht Rock : A Dockumentary, Andy Cohen’s Watch WhatHappens Live, helped ring in the New Year on KLAS and KTLA’s “Las Vegas Countdown to 2023” (the exclusive, Emmy-winning special syndicated program that reached more than 16.5 million U.S. TV households), performed on countless morning television and radio shows throughout the country, been featured on Fox News nationally, and performed on SiriusXM’s Yacht Rock Radio “Yacht Rock 311” show as the first ever Yacht Rock band to perform live at the satellite radio studio and have performed at a cadre of charity and special events throughout the years including the Mario Lopez Golf Classic Tournament in support of the Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center."Yachtley Crew On The Road!06/19/25 Enid, OK, Stride Bank Center06/21/25 Flagstaff, AZ, Pepsi Amphitheatre06/25/25 Wyandotte, MI, District 14206/26/25 Midland, MI, Dow Diamond06/27/25 Paw Paw, MI, Warner Vineyards06/28/25 Ludington, MI, Stix07/03/25 Worley, ID, CDA Casino Event Center07/04/25 Worley, ID, CDA Casino Event Center07/05/25 Boise, ID, Knitting Factory – Boise07/11/25 La Jolla, CA Epstein Family Amphitheater07/16/25 Quakertown, PA, Univest Performance Center07/17/25 Glen Allen, VA, SERVPRO After Hours Concerts at The Innsbrook Pavilion07/18/25 Roanoke, VA, Dr. Pepper Park @ The Bridges07/19/25 Selbyville, DE, Freeman Arts Pavilion07/20/25 Hyannis, MA, Cape Cod Melody Tent07/23/25 Annapolis, MD, Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts07/24/25 Webster, MA, Indian Ranch07/25/25 Hyannis, MA, Cape Cod Melody Tent07/26/25 Cohasset, MA, South Shore Music Circus07/27/25 Cohasset, MA, South Shore Music Circus08/02/25 Arlington, WA, Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort08/07/25, Portland, OR, McMenamins Crystal Ballroom08/08/25 Eugene, OR, WOW Hall08/09/25 Bend, OR, Volcanic Theatre Pub08/12/25 Salt Lake City, UT, The Depot (SLC)08/14/25 Redding, CA, Redding Civic Auditorium08/15/25 San Francisco, CA, The Regency Ballroom08/16/25 Santa Barbara, CA, Arlington Theatre08/22/25 East Meadow, NY, Eisenhower Park - Harry Chapin Lakeside Theater08/29/25 Rocklin, CA, Quarry Park Amphitheater Concert Series08/30/25 Paso Robles, CA, Vina Robles Amphitheatre09/06/25 Pala, CA, Pala Casino09/11/25 Louisville, KY Bourbon & Beyond09/12/25 Louisville, KY Bourbon & Beyond09/13/25 Louisville, KY Bourbon & Beyond09/15/25 Chattanooga, TN, The Signal09/16/25 Memphis, TN, Minglewood Hall09/18/25 Savannah, GA, Johnny Mercer Theater09/19/25 Lexington, KY, Icehouse Ampitheater09/20/25 High Point, NC, High Point University09/24/25 Little Rock, AR, The Hall09/26/25 St Lois, MO, The Hawthorn09/27/25 Topeka, KS, Topeka Performing Arts Center09/28/25 Tulsa, OK Cain’s Ballroom09/29/25 Wichita, KS, The Cotillion10/01/25 Colorado Springs, CO, Pikes Peak Center10/03/25 Dallas, TX, Granada Theater10/04/25 Leander, TX, The Haute Spot10/09/25 Morristown, NJ, Mayo Performing Arts Center10/10/25 Atlantic City, NJ, Harrah’s Resort10/11/25 Atlantic City, NJ, Harrah’s Resort10/14/25 Alexandria, VA, The Birchmere10/16/25 Red Bank, NJ, Count Basie Center for the Arts10/18/25 Danville, VA, Caesars Virginia-Danville10/30/25 Joilet, IL Rialto Square Theater10/31/25 Detroit, MI Music Hall for the Performing Arts11/01/25 La Porte, IN, La Porte Civic Auditorium11/07/25 Las Vegas, NV KAOS at the Palms Casino11/08/25 Las Vegas, NV KAOS at the Palms Casino11/29/25 Los Angeles, CA, The Peacock Theater12/13/25 Porterville, CA, Eagle Mountain Casino12/19/25 Las Vegas, NV KAOS at the Palms Casino12/20/25 Las Vegas, NV KAOS at the Palms Casino12/27/25 Del Mar CA, The SoundThe post Yachtley Crew Release New Original Single "Pain Of Losing You"  first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

Trump grants third TikTok extension as US sale talks stallThe latest extension pushes ByteDance's deadline to sell its TikTok US operations to mid-September.
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All-American Rejects play House Parties to help fix live musicThe All-American Rejects play house parties to help fix what's broken in live music. Their backyard concerts and pop shows come during a summer when the band is also opening for the Jonas Brothers in major venues.
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Why Young Men Care Less About Music and Why It Matters (A Lot)Young men care less about music and and more video games than in previous generations.. With fewer male listeners and no marketing aimed at them, is a major streaming collapse could be closer than anyone thinks?
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AllMusic Feature - Albums Released on This DayA fun item that many users may not know about is our "Albums Released On This Day" feature on the homepage of AllMusic. Each day we highlight albums throughout history that were released on this date, from rock, to jazz, to hip-hop, to classical and every genre in between. Scroll down to see today's albums.

V-MODA Introduces M-100 PRO and M-10 HeadphonesV-MODA announced on Tuesday that it has added two models to its respected lineup of DJ headphones used by top artists around the world.

"The M-100 PRO is the new flagship in the long-running M-100 series for professional DJs, updated with next-generation sound quality and features," they said in a press release. "The M-10 offers authentic V-MODA performance in a streamlined design for up-and-coming DJs and electronic music performers."

Details directly from V-MODA follow

M-100 PRO Headphones

Since its introduction in 2012, the V-MODA M-100 series has been loved by legions of DJs worldwide for its stylish design and distinctive sonic character. The M-100 PRO carries on the M-100 legacy with evolved tuning and many improvements based on community feedback. Pro performers require top-quality headphones, and the M-100 PRO meets their needs with outstanding sound, comfort, and durability.

The M-100 PRO features ceramic-coated drivers and bass ducts for crystal-clear reproduction of kick drums, hi-hats, and other sounds that define the groove. The closed-back design and comfortable memory foam ear pads provide a wide, punchy soundstage and excellent sound isolation while performing in loud clubs and on booming festival stages.

Swivel ear cups extend the comfort, enabling seamless switching between stereo monitoring and one-ear listening for monitoring other sources and engaging with audiences. Detachable coil (3 m) and straight (1.5 m) cables are included to suit different workflows and gear setups.

The M-100 PRO features the rugged metal frame and signature shields of previous models, enhanced for even greater durability. The foldable design and included carrying pouch take up minimal space while traveling, and the ear cups are now detachable, allowing users to purchase replacements as needed.

M-10 Headphones

The M-10 embodies the distinctive V-MODA look and sound that’s been a DJ favorite for over a decade. Replacing the popular Crossfade LP2 model, these beat-tuned phones provide the deep bass and high-end clarity needed to hone DJ skills and deliver mesmerizing performances.

The M-10’s closed-back, over-ear configuration produces an immersive soundstage with excellent sound isolation. Large ear cups with memory foam cushions offer extended comfort, while the solid build will stand up to years of intense music sessions. Detachable coil (3 m) and straight (1.5 m) cables are included, along with a carrying pouch to protect the phones while on the go.

Availability & Pricing

The V-MODA M-100 PRO will be available for USD $299.99 and the M-10 for USD $179.99, both in mid-Q3. 

To learn more about the M-100 PRO and M-10 Headphones, visit Roland.com.The post V-MODA Introduces M-100 PRO and M-10 Headphones first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

European competition regulators to make initial ruling on Universal’s $775m Downtown buyout by July 22EU competition regulator sets July 22 deadline to make initial ruling
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What is Live Music Gatekeeping and why it’s due for a comebackMore artists are turning private channels, tight-knit fan communities and live music gatekeeping to drive lasting success. "Success takes time, and filling a venue is not just about the numbers," writes MIDiA's Hanna Kahlert.
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Veteran musician Gary Shea shares lessons learned in new bookVeteran musician Gary Shea shares lessons learned in his long career performing and recording music around the world in a new book. Shea is a founding member of the bands New England and Alcatrazz, with gold and platinum records to his credit.
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Gateway Studios welcomes Goose as 1st to rehearse in Studio 75Gateway Studios & Production Services (GSPS) announced on Monday that, "Connecticut-based jam band Goose is the first artist to rehearse in Studio 75, marking a major milestone for the newly opened facility in Chesterfield, Missouri.""Studio 75, designed for productions of various scales, offers 15,000 square feet of rehearsal space, a 75-foot grid height, and a 1,000,000-pound grid weight capacity," they said. "Amenities include a 4,000-square-foot receiving/staging area, three loading docks, a drive-in ramp, and 8,000 square feet of dedicated dressing rooms with ensuite private bathrooms, offices, and a catering lounge. Goose utilized Studio 75 to prepare for their Summer 2025 tour, which launched in Napa, California at BottleRock Music Festival. The collaboration with GSPS included enhanced lighting rigs and state-of-the-art video equipment, all provided by GSPS,  as well as the use of the on-campus pre-visualization suites, allowing the team to tech the show before moving into full-band rehearsals."“The best part about working at the studios this time is we got to prep at Gateway, use the pre-vis suites, and build the rig right down the road - all without breaking our workflow,” said Andrew Goedde, Goose’s Lighting Designer. “It made us so much more efficient with our time. We’ve never had that kind of setup before.”“In other places, we’ve had to stop, pack up, move to another city, rebuild everything... Here, we kept building while we were still pre-vising. Tony [Goose’s Lighting Programmer] was working in the suite while I was out with the rig updating presets - then we merged our files at the end of the day. That kind of flexibility is huge.”When asked about the capabilities of Studio 75 compared to other national facilities, he added, “Rigging-wise, we could do anything. There were no restrictions, no hiccups. At other facilities, we would have to move the rig around or settle for less, but here, we could fly the rig to its full show trim height without any issues. That’s often the biggest challenge at other rehearsal facilities. This was a game-changer for us - at Gateway, we had the freedom to do exactly what we needed, and that flexibility made all the difference.”“Once we had the PA flown, I was really impressed. There was no audible slap, and I could run the system at full show volume without making any major adjustments to the system tune. That’s rare. I left the space fully confident that our mix would translate on tour without any surprises,” said Eric Loomis, FOH Audio Engineer.Loomis also noted the intentional design of the space from the moment they walked in, “The room had two layers of treatment that I noticed immediately. It was clear that time and planning went into making the acoustics right - and it paid off.”The ability to fly the rig to its full show trim height was also a game-changer for the band itself:“It’s so important for the band to see what it’s actually supposed to look like on day one. You can show renders, but if the rig isn’t fully up, they can’t really feel it. That first walk-through was the real ‘wow’ moment.”According to the specs provided, "In addition to Studio 75, GSPS has officially opened Studio 80 -  the largest dedicated rehearsal studio in North America. This 52,500-square-foot space boasts an 80-foot grid height and a 2,000,000-pound grid weight capacity. It includes a 10,800-square-foot receiving/staging area, six loading docks, shore power for six buses, a drive-in ramp, and 15,000 square feet of dressing rooms, offices, and catering space.""The Studio Support space is also now operational, offering 15,700 square feet of open space with a 48-foot ceiling and rigging points at 42 feet. Additional features include a 3,400-square-foot receiving/staging area, one dedicated loading dock with leveler and truck power, a drive-in ramp, and two private offices with restrooms. This space also offers secure storage for touring acts, measuring 14 feet wide by 30 feet deep, with two 5-foot-wide gates - providing a total opening of 10 feet for easy access and ample space for equipment."“We’ve had the privilege of working with Goose for years, and having them rehearse in Studio 75 is a significant milestone for us,” said Trey Kerr, CEO of GSPS. “Our longstanding relationship has allowed us to truly understand their needs, and it’s been rewarding to support their vision with the full capabilities of our space - from pre-visualization to rehearsal to production.”"GSPS stands at the forefront of production technology and rentals, offering integrated, turnkey solutions for live music touring, television, film, sporting, corporate events, and festivals," they said. "The 32-acre campus is designed to meet the demands of complex productions, providing a seamless environment for creatives and crews to prepare, collaborate, and execute at the highest level.""Phase two of the Gateway Studios campus is scheduled for completion in fall 2025," they added. "This next stage of development will introduce Studio 65 and a new office building. Studio 65 will offer 12,500 square feet of rehearsal space, a 65-foot grid height, and an 800,000-pound grid capacity - providing a versatile, fully equipped environment for tour prep in a more intimate setting. The new office building will serve as GSPS headquarters and include leasing opportunities for industry partners, creating a collaborative ecosystem."The post Gateway Studios welcomes Goose as 1st to rehearse in Studio 75 first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

Sony Music Entertainment Japan acquires ‘full rights’ to Spookiz animation franchiseSony Music Labels will work with South Korea's Keyring to produce new Spookiz animations.
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Advice for Independent Musicians in Uncertain TimesEconomic uncertainty can crush unprepared musicians - but it can also be your biggest opportunity. Learn how to protect income, boost visibility, thrive while others pull back and more practical advice for independent musicians in uncertain times.
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Buy Low, Sell High: Perils of Unregulated Concert Ticket ResaleMusic manager and ticket reform crusader Randy Nichols dives into how unchecked speculation and ticket "shorting" are turning concerts into commodities. Learn how fans, artists, and culture itself are paying a price for unregulated concert ticket resale.
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DIY and Independent Musician News Last WeekLast week in DIY and independent musician news last week range from a DIY social media makeover, to new TikTok artist marketing tools, and more...
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Music Business News Last Week: Grammys, PROs, Ticketing, MoreTop music business news last week included new Grammy categories, a critical look at PROs, a $1B Live Nation investment, a NY state ticketing bill and more.
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