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Tobias Jesso Jr.: GRAMMY-Winning Canadian Sells His Song Rights

February 23, 2023

Tobias Jesso Jr. You may know his name from his 2015 solo album Goon. Or maybe from his work on various popular songs, such as “When We Were Young” by Adele and “Alive” by Sia. Or even from his rece

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How Popular TV Shows and Movies Resurrect Classic Songs

February 23, 2023

HBO’s The Last of Us is arguably the hottest show out right now, receiving near universal acclaim from viewers and critics alike. This holds especially true for episode three: “Long, Long Time”.

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Ginalina: Bringing Her Taiwan Roots Into Her Latest Album

February 21, 2023

Folk singer. Songwriter. Canadian. Polyglot. All of these titles belong to Gina Lam, also known by her stage name Ginalina. In November 2022, she released her latest album titled Going Back: Remembe

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Rihanna’s Super Bowl Performance

February 21, 2023

Rihanna is an illustrious artist. She is among the best selling female artists of all time, and was one of the greatest hitmakers of the 2000s and 2010s. She has since grown to become the richest...

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How do Streaming Platforms Pay Artists - Is It Fair?

February 20, 2023

Streaming is now the driving force of the music industry, making up 84% of the industry revenue in the U.S. While streaming is much more convenient for listeners, many artists argue that it is near im

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Why Jay-Z Was Named The #1 Rapper Of All Time

February 23, 2023

Who is the greatest rapper of all time? Is it even possible to crown just one person? Well, Billboard and Vibe did exactly that. And, according to them, that person is Jay-Z. In honor of Hip-Hop’s

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Behind Kaytranada’s Unique Sound

February 18, 2023

Kaytranada (Louis Celestin) is a Haitian-Canadian record producer and DJ. He is a highly acclaimed electronic artist, having earned two Grammys and countless other awards for his work. Kaytranada has

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The Creative Act: Rick Rubin’s Knowledge Turned Into A Book

February 17, 2023

What happens when a famous music producer takes an interest in self-help books? The Creative Act is your answer. But who is Rick Rubin? Without a doubt, Rubin has an impressive track record in the

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Behind the Music: The Audio Engineer

February 14, 2023

The music industry is a place full of musicians, producers, and creators who have the magical ability to make those perfect sounds we hear everyday through our digital devices. We want to listen close

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Koji Kondo: Nintendo’s Melody Maestro

February 14, 2023

What do popular video games franchises Super Mario, Legend of Zelda, and Star Fox all have in common? They were all produced and published by Nintendo, and the iconic music themes that you hear in...

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Taylor Swift on Industry Sexism and Music Rights

February 8, 2023

Being a successful woman in the music industry is no easy feat. Not only do they deal with the typical trials and tribulations of being a musician, but there are also gender-specific challenges.

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What’s the Ideal Length for a Single— Are Songs Getting Shorter?

February 8, 2023

“Is it just me, or are songs getting shorter these days?” This is a question I have often pondered, especially in the last few years. It appears that in the era of social media, attention spans are

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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...