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Dave Meyers: The Visionary Behind Pop’s Most Iconic Music Videos

July 16, 2025

In an era where music and visuals are inextricably linked, one name continues to shape the language of modern music videos: Dave Meyers. With a career that spans over three decades, director Dave...

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4 Toronto artists make the Polaris Music Prize short list, but Quebec leads the way

July 16, 2025

This July, the Polaris Music Prize jury unveiled its 10-album shortlist for 2025—a list led numerically by Quebec acts but featuring four shining entries from Toronto. For a city whose scene often...

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Fictional Idols vs. Real Charts: K-Pop Demon Hunters’ Unbelievable Spotify Takeover

July 16, 2025

What happens when a fictional K-pop boy band outsells the real ones? In a twist straight out of a dystopian idol fanfic, the animated groups Huntr/x and Saja Boys—created for Netflix’s explosive...

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Conan Gray’s “Vodka Cranberry” Is a Late-Night Cry for Closure—and a Glimpse Into His Most Vulnerable Album Yet

July 16, 2025

Drunk calls. Crying in the dark. Lingering heartbreak. Conan Gray’s new single “Vodka Cranberry” isn’t just a song—it’s a full-blown emotional unraveling, and fans are already bracing themselves...

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Jinu from K-Pop Demon Hunters Is Actually a K-Pop Legend - Meet Andrew Choi

July 15, 2025

Andrew Choi was already a hidden force in real-world K-pop before becoming Jinu, the soulful lead of the animated boy band Saja Boys, a member of the K-Pop Demon Hunters. Choi co-wrote the quiet....

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Justin Bieber Just Dropped the Swaggiest Album of the Year

July 13, 2025

Let’s be honest: when most pop stars go quiet, we assume they’re recharging in Bali, journaling in silk robes. Not Justin Bieber. Nah, he went into full stealth mode, dropped a random “SWAG”...

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KATSEYE Tickets for their concert tour “Beautiful Chaos,” Vanish Faster Than Eyeliner in a Heatwave — Sold Out & Slayed

July 13, 2025

It’s official: KATSEYE didn’t just sell out, they served out. Every single ticket to their upcoming live shows? Gone. Vamoosed. Snatched like a wig in a wind tunnel.The global girl group, part...

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Backstreet’s Back (Again!): Millennium 2.0 Is the Comeback We Didn’t Know We Needed, but Now Can’t Live Without

July 13, 2025

Cue the frosted tips, cargo pants, and emotional harmonies, because the Backstreet Boys just dropped Millennium 2.0, and let’s just say, everybody (yeahhh!) is losing their minds.Yes, that’s right...

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Tyla’s “IS IT” Hits Different—And It’s Definitely It, Baby!

July 13, 2025

Tyla just slid into our summer soundtrack with her new track “IS IT”, and let me tell you, it is everything. No cap. Straight off the jump, you get those booming amapiano kicks and warped vocal...

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Blackpink Reunite With Explosive New Track “Jump” as Deadline World Tour Takes Off

July 13, 2025

The wait is officially over: Blackpink is back—louder, bolder, and more united than ever. On the opening night of their highly anticipated Deadline World Tour, the global K-pop phenomenon debuted...

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Justin Bieber Speaks Out: Anger, Boundaries, and the Struggle Behind the Spotlight

July 13, 2025

Justin Bieber has never been a stranger to the spotlight—but this time, the glare feels more personal. In a series of emotional posts, the global superstar cracked open the curated image fans often...

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Coldplay Made the Universe Feel Small at Toronto’s Most Unexpected Venue

July 13, 2025

When Coldplay’s Chris Martin looked out into the crowd at Toronto’s brand-new Rogers Stadium on July 8 and joked, “This is a very bizarre stadium a million miles from Earth,” we all laughed—but he...

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Sleep Token’s ‘New Era’ Unveiling of their wild new masks

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In an enormous climax to their breakout year, Sleep Token, the anonymous alt-metal sensation, marked their journey with a massive headlining sold out show at the OVO Arena Wembley in London, U.K. The 12,500-capacity venue witnessed the finale of a year that saw Sleep Token rise to the forefront of the alternative metal scene.

Sleep Token, known for their mysterious stage presence and genre-bending sound, introduced a "new era" with a spectacular unveiling of their wild new masks. The instrumental trio, identified by the pseudonyms II, III, and IV, took to Instagram to reveal their new looks, crafted by the talented mask-maker Lani Hernandez-David. The remarkable faces not only add a nu-metal-esque flair to the band's aesthetic but also enhance the visual distinctiveness of each member, but the bands vocalist-songwriter ‘Vessel’ has yet to showcase any new change to their mask, leaving fans wondering what their new look will be.

As Sleep Token continues to evolve, the new masks signify a brand new step into a fresh phase of their artistic journey. The band's commitment to pushing boundaries is evident not only in their musical career but also in their attention to visual elements that contribute to the overall immersive experience for their fans.

Sleep Token, who was thrilled with their viral success earlier in the year, has swiftly become a well-known headlining act. Critics have praised their debut album, "Take Me Back To Eden," and it has earned a spot on a number of credible publications' year-end best-of lists. Sleep Token's standing in the alternative metal scene has been cemented by the album's popularity, which has also opened the door for the band to play sold-out headline shows at esteemed locations.

Following their successful headlining show at the OVO Arena, Sleep Token has a series of upcoming performances lined up. As they continue to ride the wave of success into the new year, fans can expect more shows and perhaps further glimpses into the mysterious and captivating world that Sleep Token has created.

Over the course of the past year, Sleep Token has managed to surpass genre barriers and win over music lovers all over the world. The band's "new era" represents not only a stylistic shift but also a commitment to ongoing creativity and artistic experimentation. With Sleep Token's explosive 2023 climb, they solidified their place as a major player in the alternative metal industry, and fans are already looking forward to what this mysterious group will provide in the future.

Sleep Token’s ‘New Era’ Unveiling of their wild new maskssleep-tokens-new-era-unveiling-of-their-wild-new-masksBy Mukad Al-HakeemDec 22, 2023In an enormous climax to their breakout year, Sleep Token, the anonymous alt-metal sensation, marked their journey with a massive headlining sold out show at the OVO Arena Wembley in London, U.K...