I have gotten a plethora of cool press releases flooding my inbox recently that you may find interesting. This post includes blurbs on The Lost Station Girls, Sunfish (& Other Stories on Green Lake), Taylor Swift, Lyn Lapid, Benee, Oasis, Haerts, Cynthia Erivo, The Smashing Pumpkins, Guns 'n' Roses, Scorpions, Calamity Jane, Platoon, Hayden Ryann, Carter Faith, Kumail Nanjiani: Night Thoughts, and Hazbin Hotel,
- A teenage girl disappears. Three young women are brutally murdered. All brunette, all last seen near the Perpignan train station. A decades long quest ensues to bring the missing home and bring the serial killer responsible to justice. Hulu has released the official trailer and key art for French original series "The Lost Station Girls." Check it out below. Inspired by a true story and starring Camille Razat ("Emily in Paris") and Hugo Becker ("Gossip Girl"), the limited series premieres with all six episodes on October 8 on Hulu and Disney+.
-On Demand Starting November 4th, Sunfish (& Other Stories on Green Lake). As a single summer unfolds around Green Lake, the lives of its residents and visitors intertwine. A girl learns to sail, a boy battles for first chair at a prestigious arts camp, a fisherman and a young mother are an odd pair in pursuit of adventure and the perfect catch, and two sisters savor their final days running a bed-and-breakfast before college pulls them apart. From Tribeca Films.
- Taylor Swift released her twelfth studio album, The Life of a Showgirl. The 12-track album features “The Fate of Ophelia” – the lead single release from The Life of a Showgirl. The accompanying music video, written and directed by Taylor Swift, will be released at 7pm EST on Sunday 5th October. LISTEN TO THE LIFE OF A SHOWGIRL HERE.
- Gold-Certified singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Lyn Lapid drops her new single, “the simlish song”—listen HERE. Inspired by a series of videos about the random “simlish” lyrics she sings while writing a song, Lapid’s TikTok video of the track first went viral in August—amassing nearly 3 million views and over 500,000 likes to date, as well as support from SZA, who reposted the video on her Instagram. Ever since Lyn began teasing the song, fans have been clamouring for its official release. Lapid recently released the deluxe version of her debut album BUZZKILL (forever), which features four new songs and follows Lyn’s journey through the mixed emotions and experiences surrounding her move from her small suburban hometown in Maryland to the bustling city of Los Angeles. The tracks touch on feelings of loneliness and not belonging, which then evolve into radical self-acceptance and newfound confidence.
- Multi-Platinum alt-pop visionary BENEE returns today with a new track titled “Underwater” off of her forthcoming sophomore album, Ur An Angel I’m Just Particles, out November 7th on Republic Records. Listen to “Underwater” HERE & watch the lyric video HERE.. On “Underwater,” BENEE juxtaposes airy and experimental hyper-pop-inspired beats with honest admissions about the overwhelming feelings of anxiety as she candidly sings, “My head is underwater, a puddle full of my tears. I could make a river, wouldn’t even matter.” BENEE shares, “I wrote ‘Underwater’ about that disconnect between how effortless you seem and how heavy you really feel. I think a lot of people will recognise themselves in that.”
- Vevo and Oasis released a new episode of Vevo Footnotes telling the story behind the iconic track ‘Don’t Look Back In Anger’ and sharing the inspirations, insights and lasting impact of one of modern rock’s most beloved songs. The episode notes the song’s nods to John Lennon, most prominently the piano riff inspired by ‘Imagine’. The music video, directed by Nigel Dick, features the band being chauffeured by renowned British actor Patrick Macnee, known for playing John Steed in the classic 1960’s TV series The Avengers. Released as the fourth single from Oasis’ landmark album (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?, the track became the band’s second UK #1 hit and has since become a powerful anthem of resilience and unity. The album remains one of the greatest British records of all time and was recognised in October 2023 as the most-streamed album of the 1990s, with Definitely Maybe in second place. WATCH HERE
- The indie duo Haerts release their much-anticipated fourth album Laguna Road along with the piercing opening track “Letters on the Floor”. Thematically, the album frames a confessional portrait of family, memory, and the sacred mess of growing a family together. The duo, composed of Nini Fabi and Benny Gebert, wrote and recorded the album at home on Laguna Road, in the in-between spaces of everyday family life. They left the house in early 2025, having completed the album, to return to New York. WOMAN ON THE LINE” with JENN WASNER of FLOCK OF DIMES + “THE LIE” + “WAIT FOR US”
- GRAMMY®, Tony®, and EMMY® Award winner and three-time Academy® Award nominee Cynthia Erivo releases a stunning original recording of “Everytime You Go Away” for the new documentary John Candy: I Like Me. “John Candy brought so much joy to people’s lives, and it’s an honor to celebrate his legacy through this song. ‘Everytime You Go Away’ is one of my favorites and carries such tenderness. I hope my version captures even a fraction of the warmth he gave the world.” - Cynthia Erivo. LISTEN TO “EVERYTIME YOU GO AWAY” FILM STREAMING ON PRIME VIDEO OCTOBER 10TH
- On October 24, 1995, The Smashing Pumpkins released what would become one of the most iconic works of the decade: the sprawling double album Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness. Now, thirty years later, the band is returning with a special deluxe reissue expanding on the original album, including eighty minutes of previously unreleased recordings from the 1996 tour in support of the album. Included in all versions, the 1996 live material is a holy grail for longtime Pumpkins devotees. Only recently discovered, the recordings showcase the original lineup at the height of their powers. Pre-save the album and listen to the newly discovered live track, “Geek U.S.A.” From The Infinite Sadness Tour ’96, now HERE.
- UMe/Geffen celebrate Guns N’ Roses’ incredible musical legacy with GUNS N' ROSES – LIVE ERA ’87-’93, the ultimate vinyl set that chronicles the first official live album from Guns N’ Roses. LIVE ERA ’87-’93 was recorded live across the universe between 1987 and 1993, and it has been newly remastered for this collection from the original stereo analog master tapes for the first time since 1999. Included on LIVE ERA ’87-’93 are definitive, of-era live renditions of classic Guns N’ Roses tracks such as “November Rain,” “Sweet Child O’ Mine, “Welcome To The Jungle,” “Don’t Cry,” and “Paradise City.” Set for release on November 21, 2025, GUNS N' ROSES – LIVE ERA ’87-’93 features a total of 23 live tracks. It is available in multiple configurations, including a Premium 4-LP Color Vinyl, Standard 4-LP 180-Gram Black Vinyl, and Digital Remaster. The new remaster of GUNS N' ROSES – LIVE ERA ’87-’93 will be available to stream and as digital downloads newly expanded with the 1999 vinyl & Japan bonus track “Coma”, with all vinyl configurations available to pre-order, HERE.
- SCORPIONS – “You & I” now available on all DSPs for the first time! The emotional power ballad from the 1996 album Pure Instinct is one of Scorpions’ fan favorites, captivating listeners with its blend of heartfelt vocals, catchy melodies, and the band’s unmistakable sound. In celebration of their sixth decade as a band, on October 17, 2025, pioneering German hard rock group Scorpions will be releasing From The First Sting, a thrilling collection the raw energy, unforgettable anthems, and iconic moments from their illustrious career. From The First Sting is the band’s only career-spanning collection and will be available on a deluxe 2LP & 2CD bookpack and 2CD format for European and Rest of the World fans, as well as 2LP vinyl and 1CD format for fans in the Americas. PRE-ORDER ‘FROM THE FIRST STING’ HERE.
- Genre-bending duo Calamity Jane is set to release their brand-new single, “Playing With Fire,” featuring Jake Fisher, on October 3, 2025. The new song is now available for pre-save here. Produced by Brad Hill and Lee Holland, and written by Lucy Cantley and Camille Rae, “Playing With Fire” is a candid exploration of temptation, honesty, and the delicate line between fantasy and reality. The song tells the story of two people who feel an undeniable spark, even though they’re already committed to someone else. It acknowledges the pull of attraction while ultimately choosing loyalty and integrity over fleeting passion.
- Platoon will release the original score for the Apple Original series “The Last Frontier” (Series Trailer) on Friday, October 10th on Apple TV+, the same day as the global premiere of the series on Apple TV+. The evocative score for “The Last Frontier” is brought to life by Emmy-nominated composer and multi-instrumentalist Ariel Marx (“Dying For Sex”, “Black Mirror”). Marx expertly captures the otherworldly beauty and unnerving remoteness of the show's setting in the Alaskan wilderness, while deftly transitioning from eerie tension laden soundscapes to frenetic sonic backdrops that heighten the show's high stakes action scenes. "Working on ‘The Last Frontier’ was an absolute blast,” shares Marx. “I got to collaborate with Inuit throat singing duo PIQSIQ, evoke the Alaskan wilderness, and really play with expectations of an ‘action’ score. Thanks so much to Jon Bokenkamp (series creator) and Apple for encouraging all the experimentation and fun!" Listen to “Classical Gas”, the main title from the “The Last Frontier”
- Toronto-born artist Hayden Ryann brings a confident new voice to country-pop with her single “No Room for Bitchin’,” (Slammin’ Media and distributed worldwide by Believe) set for release on September 26, 2025. At just 21 years old, Hayden combines a modern lyrical directness with the warmth of country storytelling and the energy of pop, crafting music that resonates with young listeners who value authenticity and empowerment. Growing up in Toronto’s Beaches neighborhood, Hayden found her artistic spark early in music, poetry, and visual art. Summers spent in Montreal immersed her in the city’s thriving arts scene, shaping her creative identity. “The recording studio feels like my instrument,” she says, reflecting on her sessions in Nashville, Toronto, and Montreal that laid the foundation for her debut album arriving in 2026. Streaming Link Here.
- Rising Nashville star named Music Row’s 2025 Discovery Artist of the Year Carter Faith shares her highly anticipated debut album, Cherry Valley, via Gatsby Records/MCA today—stream/purchase here. Reflecting on the debut project, Carter shares, “It feels surreal to say that Cherry Valley is finally out into the world. Me and everyone who have worked on this record have truly put our entire hearts into this music and creative. I feel like Cherry Valley has brought magic into my life, I love this album and am proud that it is my debut record.” Carter also shares the official music video for “Betty” today—watch here.
- "Kumail Nanjiani: Night Thoughts" premieres Friday, December 19 on Hulu. With this all new one-hour special, Nanjiani makes his return to stand-up after nearly a decade with “Night Thoughts.”
- Prime Video released the official trailer for Season Two of the hit adult animated musical series, Hazbin Hotel, from creator Vivienne Medrano, A24 and FOX Entertainment Studios’ Emmy award-winning Bento Box Entertainment. The trailer teases the first single, “Hazbin Guarantee (Trust Us)” and the complete Hazbin Hotel: Season Two (Original Soundtrack) is now available for pre-order HERE. The second season of Hazbin Hotel, premiering October 29, consists of eight episodes, with two episodes rolling out weekly through November 19. The series will be available on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. With Atlantic Records, the complete Hazbin Hotel: Season Two (Original Soundtrack) is now available for pre-order HERE. The first single, “Hazbin Guarantee (Trust Us),” is available now to stream on all digital platforms. A full physical suite is also available for pre-order, including 5 vinyl variants, and CD and cassette offerings. The Season Two soundtrack features all new original songs written and produced by Sam Haft and Andrew Underberg, and performed by your favorite cast members including Erika Henningsen, Stephanie Beatriz, Keith David, Kimiko Glenn, Blake Roman, Amir Talai, Alex Brightman, Christian Borle, Jeremy Jordan, Jessica Vosk, Joel Perez, Lilli Cooper, Krystina Alabado, Patrick Stump, Darren Criss, Shoba Narayan, Patina Miller, Liz Callaway, Leslie Rose Kritzer, James Monroe Iglehart, Andrew Durand, Kevin Del Aguila, Daphne Rubin-Vega and Alex Newell. Hazbin Hotel Official Trailer HERE
