57 Channels and Only This Is On: August 17, 2025

 

Alien: Earth:  I am confused, how is a runaway space ship just allowed to crash into Earth?  Are there not early detection systems?  Why not destroy it before it enters the atmosphere?  And why exactly are they letting a bunch of ten-year-olds go to the crash site?  Sure, they are super-human, but they still have the brains of children and children are forking stupid.

 

The Challenge: Vets and New Threats:  I missed talking about the first couple weeks because there was not anything else on so I signed up for a month of Netflix (Happy Gilmore 2 was great even though the antagonist was bad (why not just have Happy vs. Shooter on the Senior Tour?); Sirens was great, The Hunting Wives was stupid in a highly entertaining way, everything else was… well, there is a reason why I only sign up for Netflix for one month every other year. See you again for the 2027 World Cup Netflix).

 

I do like the swapping of partners as it will shake up voting, though I am slightly disappointed we did not get a full season of Turbo and America as partners.  That would have been very entertaining.  But this episode was a bit boring.  It became quite obvious that Nia would not be cleared, especially when they went to commercial with not enough time to come back and do a full elimination.  Now I wonder what they were going to do with all those logs.

Around the Tubes: August 16, 2025

  

I have gotten a plethora of cool press releases flooding my inbox recently that you may find interesting. This post includes blurbs on Only Murders in the Building, Blood & Myth, Coolio, Billy Idol, Mother Love Bone, Conan Gray, Isabela Merced, and she's green.

- Check out the trailer and key art for the fifth season of Hulu's "Only Murders in the Building."  The Emmy® Award-nominated series returns Tuesday, September 9th with three episodes. New episodes stream Tuesdays on Hulu. 

- Hulu has debuted the official trailer and for "Blood & Myth."  The gripping true-crime documentary premieres Thursday, September 4 on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ in English speaking territories internationally.  

- In a new episode of Vevo Footnotes, producer Doug Rasheed gives a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Coolio’s “Gangsta’s Paradise,” one of the most iconic rap songs of the ‘90s. The episode celebrates the song’s 30th anniversary, originally released on August 1, 1995.  In the episode, Rasheed explains how he first met Coolio while working security, and how he connected with Coolio’s manager Paul Stewart. He recalls how the producers used to compete to see who could pull the best samples for tracks. Rasheed also shares the early challenge they faced when Stevie Wonder initially refused to clear the “Pastime Paradise” sample because of the language and content in the song. Coolio rewrote some of the lyrics and with Stewart’s help, the sample was eventually cleared.  Watch Here

- Rock legend Billy Idol announces new vinyl re-pressings of three classic releases: Charmed Life, Whiplash Smile, and the Don’t Stop EP, out now via Capitol/UMe. In addition to limited-edition vinyl, all three are available in Atmos. Available here:

Charmed Life

Whiplash Smile

Don’t Stop EP

-  UMe celebrates the legacy of one of the most quietly influential bands in history, Mother Love Bone, by reissuing the Seattle, WA group's Shine EP and seminal full-length debut Apple on September 26. This reissue is a testament to the enduring impact of Mother Love Bone's music and a must-have for any serious music collector. Both Shine and Apple will be available in multiple physical configurations, including CD, standard black vinyl, or limited-edition color vinyl variants. A limited-edition, newly remastered Japan-exclusive Mini-LP/SHM-CD that includes both the “Shine” EP, as well as the debut full-length album “Apple,” will also be available on October 10. Pre-order HERE now.  The CD version of the Shine EP includes "Capricorn Sister (Album Version)" as a bonus track, not included on the LP. The Shine vinyl formats feature a 4-song track list repeated on both sides, and it is available in three options: a standard black vinyl, a limited-edition “Purple Haze” vinyl, and a limited-edition “Skyblue” vinyl LP.

- Buckle up: Bella Cole is back with a track that’s pure adrenaline, heart, and vintage cool. Her brand-new single “Drive”, out now on all streaming platforms, is a sonic joyride through whirlwind romance, fearless friendship, and the thrill of letting go — all wrapped in a pop-soul package that feels like a Mustang in flight.  Bella Cole is quickly becoming one of Toronto’s most magnetic new voices. Blending old-school soul and funk with modern pop finesse, her sound has drawn comparisons to Amy Winehouse and Billie Eilish — think groove, grit, and a whole lot of storytelling. A graduate of Toronto’s Trebas Institute in Audio Engineering, Bella’s background in theatre and music gives her a rare command of both stage and studio. She’s already lit up iconic stages like El Mocambo, and now she’s ready to light up your playlists.  “Drive” YouTube and Spotify

- Multi-platinum selling singer-songwriter, Conan Gray releases his highly anticipated album, Wishbone via Republic Records.  Listen to Wishbone HERE.  On Wishbone, Conan Gray returns to his singer-songwriter roots after falling in love for the first time, showcasing his creative talents more than ever before. Wishbone is entirely written by Conan Gray, featuring previously released singles “This Song” and “Vodka Cranberry,” and executive produced by Grammy Award winning longtime collaborator Dan Nigro. Nigro has worked with Conan since 2018, producing his multi-platinum hits “Heather” and “Maniac”. Conan also worked with producers Ethan Gruska, Noah Conrad, Luka Kloser and Elvira on Wishbone.

- Fresh off a banner year with standout roles in The Last of Us and the #1 box office hit Superman, Isabela Merced returns to the spotlight with Apocalipsis, a smoldering salsa reinvention of her original song produced by Tony Succar, winner of 2 GRAMMY® Awards and 2 Latin GRAMMY® Awards.  Originally written and produced by Merced with her brother Gyovanni Moner in 2020, Apocalipsis has now been transformed into an explosive Latin anthem that fuses salsa and pop while paying homage to their shared Peruvian heritage. Succar, celebrated for his innovative approach to Latin music, brings his signature energy and precision to the track, merging timeless salsa instrumentation with contemporary arrangements.  “Apocalipsis” is available now on all streaming platforms.

- Minneapolis band she’s green are excited to share their new EP Chrysalis, available everywhere via Photo Finish Records. Their first project in over 2 years, the five songs perfectly capture their ethereal brand of dream pop, merging wistful vocals with fuzzed-out, harmonic guitars. Arriving with the EP is the official music video for “Little Birds,” which features the band in a serene nature scene as the song builds up to an emotional catharsis.   "We shot the Little Birds video outside the city in rural Wisconsin,” explain she’s green. “We set up instruments in a forest clearing and had a great team to help us get it done. We wanted to really cap off the EP with a performance like this and just have some fun with it.”  LISTEN TO CHRYSALIS.  WATCH “LITTLE BIRDS”

Around the Tubes: August 9, 2025

  

I have gotten a plethora of cool press releases flooding my inbox recently that you may find interesting. This post includes blurbs on Frank Sinatra, Haerts, Glass Animals, myah, and Katie Schecter.

- UMe, in conjunction with Frank Sinatra Enterprises, announces a new exclusive double-vinyl collection from Frank Sinatra, featuring his historic collaborations with Count Basie and Duke Ellington, entitled The Giants Of Jazz, out September 26, 2025.  This special release includes a pair of timeless albums—It Might As Well Be Swing with Count Basie and His Orchestra and Francis A. & Edward K. with Duke Ellington—newly remastered from the archival recordings. The package includes a new gatefold jacket design that incorporates rare photographs as well as the original artwork.  It is now available for pre-order HERE via the Official Store.

- Today, indie duo Haerts release “The Lie,” the second single from their upcoming album Laguna Road, alongside an evocative new video directed by longtime collaborator Julian Klincewicz (Beyoncé, Virgil Abloh, Tame Impala, etc.). Watch here.  “The Lie” is an ode to bandmates and life partners Nini Fabi and Benny Gebert’s youth — a memory of young love — its freedom, its weight, and its strange wisdom. “It’s about the dreams and the pain that brought us together,” says Fabi, “the same forces that at times tore us apart.” Klincewicz’s video strips the visual down to raw emotion.

- Glass Animals unveil their latest track “Vampire Bat”, the fifth instalment in their Fresh Fruit Series—listen HERE. Fresh Fruit is a space for Dave Bayley and the band to experiment, bringing in guests and collaborators and allowing Dave (who produces all of the Glass Animals’ records) to play with new sounds. Previous Fresh Fruit releases includ “Lose Control” with Joey Bada$$, the much-missed “Gold Lime”, “Tokyo Drifting” with Denzel Curry, and “I Don’t Wanna Talk (I Just Wanna Dance)” with Albert Hammond Jr.. “Vampire Bat” is a collaboration between Dave and producer Rob Bisel [SZA]. 

- LA via South Florida myah isn’t just another indie musician — she’s the producing force behind music videos for major artists, like The Marias -- “Un Millon”, “All I Really Want Is You”, song of the summer “Mood” by 24k Goldn, Kehlani’s “Little Story”,  Steve Aoki’s Ultimate & “Invitame a Un Cafe”, Tinashe’s “X”, Oliver Tree’s break-up anthem “Cowboys Don’t Cry”, and more. Now, she’s stepping in front of the camera with a voice that’s just as big as the visuals she’s produced, winning a Telly Award in 2025 for her music video, “the lobby”.  Originally from South Florida, myah’s sound is a blend of alternative rock, pop, and pop-punk melodies with midwest emo inspired guitar riffs. Influenced by bands like Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Foxing, and  Modest Mouse, her love for alternative music solidified her decision to make music of a similar caliber, while still incorporating those familiar pop beats. Storytelling is a huge part of her music identity, writing lyrics that tap into her own life experiences with hints of nostalgia. Myah’s songwriting meshes soft pop female familiarity with emo angst and vulnerability.  STREAM/WATCH"glitter," WATCH "dodging bullets," WATCH "hurricane," WATCH "now or never," WATCH "notice you".

- Nashville’s Katie Schecter announces her new album Empress will be released on October 17. Recorded live to tape at New York City’s legendary Diamond Mine Studio while she was pregnant with her daughter, Schecter feels transcendent in her femininity, knowing she is safe to cherish her imperfections. Holding life within her while creating this album, she knew this body of work is also a gift that will be left behind as part of her personal archeology — Pre-save / pre-order.    Along with the announcement of her album, Schecter today releases the new single “Run River Run.” Slinky, sultry and driving with few glances to the rearview mirror, she exists in her own class of cinematic sophistication, straddling the lines of rock, soul and pop — Stream. 

Around the Tubes: August 2, 2025

 

I have gotten a plethora of cool press releases flooding my inbox recently that you may find interesting. This post includes blurbs on  The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox, Tempest, The Jeffersons, Terrace Martin, and Blood & Myth.

- Hulu has debuted the official trailer and key art for "The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox."  The limited series premieres Wednesday, August 20 with two episodes. New episodes stream Wednesdays on Hulu and the series finales on October 1.

- When an assassination attempt is made on a presidential candidate, a multinational conspiracy involving rogue nations, security agencies, and classified intelligence will threaten the stability of the Korean peninsula.  Hulu has released the teaser trailer for Korean original series "Tempest." Check it out below!  The new spy thriller with an international cast, including Gianna Jun, Gang Dongwon, John Cho and more, is launching with three episodes on September 10 on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally.

- FETV (Family Entertainment Television), home to beloved and timeless levision series and movies carried across cable, satellite, and virtual platforms, announced today that The Jeffersons will join the network's programming lineup starting Monday, August 25^th. The show will begin in its regular time slot at 6:50p ET every day with additional telecasts at 12:50a ET each night. As with all series on FETV, The Jeffersons will air in its original, uncut format.  Check https://fetv.tv/ for full listings and times.

- Multi-GRAMMY® nominated musician, producer, and sonic architect Terrace Martin is inviting fans deeper into his world with the launch of an intimate new live performance series for his latest album “Come As You Are” out now on Sounds of Crenshaw Live.  Hosted exclusively on the Sounds of Crenshaw YouTube channel, the self-produced series will roll out new live performances every week, reimagining standout tracks from Terrace’s latest acclaimed album Come As You Are, his collaborative project with R&B powerhouse Kenyon Dixon.

WATCH: “SEE YOU LATER”] HERE 

[GET: “COME AS YOU ARE”]  HERE 

- Hulu’s new gripping true-crime documentary “Blood & Myth” will premiere September 4th on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ in English speaking territories internationally.  "Blood & Myth" is now available for editorial and review consideration on Disney Debut's Screening Room. Reviews are under embargo until Thursday, August 28 at 12:00 PM ET / 9:00 AM PT.

Around the Tubes: July 26, 2025

 

I have gotten a plethora of cool press releases flooding my inbox recently that you may find interesting. This post includes blurbs on Only Murders in the Building, Futurama, Solar Opposites, Elton John, Kool & The Gang, Jeremy Zucker, Baha Men, Liz Kennedy, Alice Phoebe Lou, and Madilyn Mei.

- "Only Murders in the Building" returns for Season Five — and your favorite crime-solving trio is back for another killer case!  The series premieres on Tuesday, September 9th, with three episodes, followed by new episodes weekly on Hulu.  After their beloved doorman, Lester, dies under suspicious circumstances, Charles, Oliver, and Mabel refuse to believe it was an accident. Their investigation plunges them into the shadowy corners of New York and beyond — where the trio uncovers a dangerous web of secrets connecting powerful billionaires, old-school mobsters, and the mysterious residents of the Arconia. The trio discovers a deeper divide between their storied city they thought they knew and the new New York evolving around them — one where the old mob fights to hold on as newer, even more dangerous players emerge.  

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- “Futurama” season 13 lands on Hulu on September 15th at 5:00 PM PT/8:00 PM ET with all 10 episodes at once.  Season 13 will also premiere September 15 at 8/7c with two episodes weekly on FXX.  Futurama seasons 11 and 12 previously premiered on Hulu with one episode at launch and one new episode weekly.  Futurama was in the Top 10 Streaming Originals of 2024, per Nielsen.

- The "Solar Opposites" sixth and final season will launch with all 10 episodes on Monday, October 13 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+.  All five seasons of “Solar Opposites,” including a Christmas special, two Halloween specials and a Valentine's Day special are available to stream now on Hulu.

- Elton John - Live from the Rainbow Theatre with Ray Cooper is available now via UMe. One of Elton’s most celebrated performances, the live album was initially released on a limited vinyl run for this year's Record Store Day. Now receiving a wider release, it will be available both digitally and on CD for the first time, alongside a vinyl repress. The CD and digital editions include a brand-new bonus track, "Goodbye," plus the original twelve-song tracklist, personally curated by Elton, and additional liner notes.  In May 1977, Elton John took the stage at London’s iconic Rainbow Theatre with percussion legend Ray Cooper for a six-show residency. These performances were the first of 233 Elton-and-Ray only shows that would follow, and featured the live debut of deep cuts; “Roy Rogers”, “Cage The Songbird”, “Idol”, and “I Feel Like A Bullet (In The Gun Of Robert Ford)”.  Order HERE

- GRAMMY® Award-winning Rock & Roll Hall of Fame® Inductees and iconic New Jersey R&B group Kool & The Gang share their brand new Kool Summer EP out now via Universal Music Enterprises (UMe).  Listen to Kool Summer HERE.  Kool & The Gang re-energize and reimagine various classics from their catalog with 6 brand new Official Remixes on the EP. The R&B trailblazers carefully assembled a cohort of global producers and remixers to bring Kool Summer to life. They first paved the way for the EP with Young Franco’s “Celebration,” which has already clocked half-a-million Spotify streams since dropping in June.

- Ahead of his new album Garden State releasing next month, Multi-Platinum singer, songwriter, and producer Jeremy Zucker returns today with his latest single “surprise!” out now—listen HERE and watch the visualizer HERE. The New Jersey-born, LA-based artist is set to release his new studio album Garden State on August 22nd via Mercury Records.  A reflective and uplifting acoustic ballad, “surprise!” is a love letter written to Jeremy’s younger self. He promises himself that he’ll achieve his lifelong dreams of becoming an artist, finding his perfect partner, and moving out of his small hometown to accomplish things he only ever wished for. While the future may seem uncertain for the younger version of himself, he reassures him that everything will be alright.

- GRAMMY® Award-winning multiplatinum Bahamian group Baha Man celebrate the 25^th anniversary of their seminal chart-dominating smash “Who Let The Dogs Out” with the release of a new Remix by Wuki and DJ Susan out now via UMe.  Listen to “Wuki, DJ Susan, Baha Men – WHO LET THE DOGS OUT” HERE.

- Harry McVeigh, Charles Cave, and Jack Lawrence-Brown – have today shared the video to their latest single, "In The Middle".  Directed by Andreas Nilsson and shot in Bangkok, the band said of the video: "It brings us great pleasure to present our new - completely wild - video for ‘In The Middle’. This video is a return to collaboration with the incomparable Andreas Nilsson who made videos on the first album campaign - for ‘Death’, ‘Farewell To The Fairground’ and ‘To Lose My Life’. Andreas has gone on to become one of the world’s most creative and in demand directors so it’s a real pleasure for us that he’s made this happen. Shot in Bangkok in 24hrs only a few weeks ago, it’s as stylish and as unsettling a music video as you are likely to see. It’s pure cinema, we love it." The track follows previous single, "Nothing On Me" and is taken from their recently announced seventh album, Night Light, which is released via Play It Again Sam on November 7.

- Liz Kennedy has released a video to support her new single, a moving rendition of Bob Dylan’s 1963 classic, “Don't Think Twice, It’s All Right.” Originally penned in 1962 and featured on The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan album, the song remains one of Dylan’s most iconic early folk compositions. A bittersweet breakup ballad reflects resignation and emotional distance at the end of a relationship wrapped in lyrics that still resonate with raw hurt and disappointment. Kennedy’s thoughtful interpretation brings new depth to the timeless anthem.  The single, which was released via PlayMPE and to all digital streaming platforms today, is the fourth from her upcoming album and is available HERE.   Eric Peltier produced the official lyric video to accompany her new song. It is available on her official artist YouTube Channel HERE. 

- The honeyed voice of pen-to-paper genuineness, Alice Phoebe Lou, today announces that her sixth album Oblivion will be released on October 24 via Nettwerk Music Group. A personal library of previously unheard music, the upcoming record is a stripped back look into Lou’s exploration both globally and internally, her first album since 2023’s Shelter — Pre-save.   She shares, “After five band records, I’ve opened my treasure chest of personal storytelling songs that I’ve built up over a decade. Songs that didn’t make it into other albums, some songs I never thought would see the light of day. I embarked on the brave and thrilling journey of recording these songs as they are, with love and playfulness, simple and all my own. Leaning into imperfection and taking inspiration from some of my biggest influences who have made timeless folk acoustic albums.”  Along with the news of the upcoming album, today also sees the release of the new, self-confident single “Pretender.” Commending herself for finding strength in her softness and never compromising on who she is, even when it would be easier to be someone else, Lou is seeing her authenticity pay off. Even if that’s something that her fans have championed in her writing all along, this is the moment where she can feel it in her own heart. 

- Building a sonic and aesthetic world without comparison, innovative singer, songwriter, and visual artist Madilyn Mei serves up a new single entitled “A Can Of Worms” out now via Mercury Records. Listen HERE. It also notably sets the stage for the release of her much anticipated forthcoming album, A Thousand Songs About It All: Act 1, on September 12. Pre-order/Pre-save HERE.  mparting a piece of herself on every element, she personally drew the single and album art by hand, working with artist Karla Radanovic.  Moreover, the album’s physical version boasts a limited-edition trading card, which she also designed and drew. 1-in-10 cards include a special-colored foil backing.