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Primary Wave and DEVO to launch ‘Devolutionary Times’ YouTube series

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via MusicAlly.com

New wave pioneers Devo are taking a lap of honour 52 years after they formed. A farewell tour kicks off this September in North America, while Netflix will debut a long-form documentary (also called ‘Devo’) in August. But the band are also working with Primary Wave on an interesting YouTube activation over the coming months. It’s called ‘Devolutionary Times’ and will be a bi-weekly series that premieres restored videos and films from the band’s archives.

And this is a big deal for fans, because Devo were one of the most innovative artists with music videos in the early days of that medium. The first episode spotlights a high-definition restoration of ‘The Truth About De-Evolution’, a short film made in 1976 and showed before the band’s concerts at the time.

The project has been in the works for a while: ‘Devolutionary Times’ was first trailed on the band’s YouTube channel in May 2024. The series will now accompany the farewell tour and documentary alongside other marketing activity – their TikTok account is also mining the band’s video archives.

AIR SUPPLY TO RECEIVE HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME STAR

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via WalkOfFame.com

A new group of entertainment professionals in the categories of Motion Pictures, Television, Live Theatre/Live Performance, Recording and Sports Entertainment have been selected to receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame by the Walk of Fame Selection Panel of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. These honorees were chosen from among hundreds of nominations to the committee at a meeting held on June 20, 2025, and ratified by the Hollywood Chamber’s Board of Directors on June 25th. Hollywood Chamber of Commerce President Steven Nissen and Walk of Famers Actor Eugenio Derbez and Radio Personality Richard Blade announced the new honorees at a live press conference on Wednesday, July 2nd.

The new selections were revealed to the world via the Walk of Fame website on www.walkoffame.com beginning at 11:10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 2nd from Ovation Hollywood.

“We are excited to announce the newest selections of 35 esteemed individuals who will be enshrined onto the Walk of Fame as part of the prestigious Class of 2026. These talented individuals have made significant contributions to the world of entertainment, and we are thrilled to honor them with this well-deserved recognition. Join us in celebrating their achievements and legacies as they take their place among the …

DEVO PREPARES FOR A CELEBRATION OF THEIR LEGENDARY CAREER THIS SUMMER AND FALL

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DEVO PREPARES FOR A CELEBRATION OF THEIR LEGENDARY CAREER THIS SUMMER AND FALL

50+ YEARS OF DE-EVOLUTION WILL BRING A NEW TOUR, DOCUMENTARY, AND RE-RELEASE OF THE BAND’S MUSIC VIDEO CATALOG

“It’s time to celebrate 50+ years of De-evolution!

This is a banner year for Devo and the stars are aligning.” – Gerald Casale

New York, NY (July 7, 2025) – One of the world’s most innovative bands, Devo, are prepping for a summer and fall packed with exciting activity as they celebrate 50+ years of De-evolution! The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees recently announced their co-headline “Cosmic De-Evolution Tour” with the legendary group, The B-52s, that will treat new wave fans across the country starting this September. The 11-date run will continue to serve as the band’s concert farewell tour and will kick off in Toronto before wrapping in Houston this November. All tickets for the tour are on sale now, and all tour dates can be found below. For more information, please visit ClubDevo.com.

In the meantime, fans can don their energy domes and prepare for tour with the release of the band’s much-awaited documentary, DEVO this August. The highly anticipated film premiered at the acclaimed …

“Sedaka’s back … again!” | New York Times

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At 86, Neil Sedaka is seeing his albums reissued as he occasionally takes the stage to celebrate his decades-old resurrection. 

Thank you to New York Times for this incredible feature highlighting Neil’s legendary career, “Sedaka’s Back” success, and the timeless music that continues to inspire generations.

Read the full article now HERE

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Primary Wave’s Iconic Echoes Episode One is Out Now!

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If you haven’t heard – Iconic Echoes is our new web series highlighting the stories and giving a behind-the-scenes look at the most iconic songs on your playlist.

Back in 1990, Tom Cochrane found himself inspired after seeing the poverty and life experiences of other countries in the world. When he sat down and wrote his album’s first single, nothing could have prepared him for the legacy he was about to create…

“Life Is A Highway” spans generations and became a road trip classic. Hear all about it in Episode 1 of Iconic Echoes – only on the Primary Wave Youtube Channel.

Watch the full video HERE

Eric Benét & Chanté Moore Hit With No. 1 Duet | Billboard

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Eric Benét and Chanté Moore each achieve a career milestone with their collaboration “So Distracted,” springing four spots to No. 1 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart. With the new leader, Benét banks back-to-back champs for the first time in nearly three decades since his first appearance, while Moore lands her first No. 1.

For Benét, “So Distracted” becomes his fifth No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay. As his previous single, the Tamar Braxton duet “Something We Can Make Love To” also topped the chart, he scores consecutive chart-topping singles for the first time in 24 visits to the radio ranking.

Read more at Billboard.com

Bob Marley: Hope Road Tickets On Sale Now!

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The music, the message, the movement… it all starts today at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.

Come feel the vibe of Bob Marley: Hope Road.

Opening night is SOLD OUT, but you can buy tickets for upcoming shows at HopeRoad.com

Sun Records & McIntosh Honor Johnny Cash With New Vinyl

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Sun Records and McIntosh have teamed up to honor the legacy of Johnny Cash through the release of an 18-track vinyl of remastered and rarely heard recordings, dubbed McIntosh Sessions Volume 2: Pure Johnny Cash. The reworked tracks include “Train of Love,” “Ballad of a Teenage Queen,” “I Walk the Line” and many more.

“Sam Phillips had a way of capturing lightning in a bottle, and these early recordings of Johnny Cash perfectly exemplify that,” says Chase Gregory, Senior Director A&R + Sync, Sun Records. “Remastering them in high fidelity is a way of honoring that legacy with the care it deserves. This album is a glimpse into the recording session, as everything you hear was performed in one take with no overdubs. The result is a powerfully authentic, yet refined listening experience, that reminds us just how revolutionary Cash was from the very beginning.”

As part of the collaboration, McIntosh and Sun Records produced a limited-edition Sun Records MTI100 Integrated Turntable that combines a turntable, amplifier and preamplifier into one, Bluetooth-friendly design. More information on the vinyl and turntable is available here.

America: Inside “A Horse with No Name,” “Ventura Highway” & More

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AMERICA: TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT THEIR SONGS “A HORSE WITH NO NAME,” “SISTER GOLDEN HAIR,” AND “VENTURA HIGHWAY”
America’s “Homecoming” album cover.

The band AMERICA, formed in 1970 by Gerry Beckley, Dewey Bunnell, and Dan Peek, became a cornerstone of the folk-rock sound in the 1970s. Their harmonies, acoustic textures, and lyrical mystique captured the spirit of the era and have continued to resonate through generations. Among their most iconic songs are “A Horse with No Name,” “Sister Golden Hair,” and “Ventura Highway”—each offering a unique snapshot of America’s creative vision and musical legacy.

“A Horse with No Name” – An Ambiguous Desert Anthem

Released in early 1972, “A Horse with No Name” was the band’s breakthrough single and remains their most recognizable song. Written by Dewey Bunnell, the track quickly reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and introduced audiences to America’s sun-soaked, mysterious soundscape.

Often interpreted as a metaphor for escapism, environmental awareness, or even spiritual searching, the song was recorded in London during a particularly rainy season—which may have inspired its desert imagery. The track stirred some controversy for its similarity to Neil Young’s vocal tone and style, but it ultimately became an anthem …