US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) confirmed that physical music formats like vinyl records, CDs and cassettes are exempt from new tariffs that took effect on Friday (August 29) because they are classified as “information materials” exempt from trade restrictions. BY MANDY DALUGDUG(Click on the link for more)Vinyl records and CDs spared from Donald Trump’s new US import tariffs (musicbusinessworldwide.com)

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Limberlost Unleashes “Alien” – A Hard-Hitting, Emotionally Charged Anthem from Beautiful Scars The wait is over—Limberlost is back with their powerful and highly anticipated new single, “Alien”, the lead track from their upcoming concept album, Beautiful Scars. Blending soul-stirring vocals, deep rock grooves, heavy guitars, and a touch of industrial metal, “Alien” takes listeners on an emotional and sonic journey like never before. This anthemic rock masterpiece blurs the lines between dysphoria, self-identity, and the mysteries of the universe. It speaks to those moments of isolation, questioning one’s place in the world, and the deep desire to understand who we are and why we are here. With haunting melodies and a relentless rhythm section, “Alien” delivers a gripping soundscape of raw emotion and intensity, setting the tone for the epic narrative of Beautiful Scars. Taking influence from Evanescence, Linkin Park, and Within Temptation, Limberlost pushes the boundaries of modern rock, crafting a sound that is both cinematic and crushingly powerful. “Alien” is more than just a song—it’s an experience, a rallying cry for those who have ever felt lost, different, or disconnected. Get ready to immerse yourself in the anthem of self-discovery and cosmic wonder—“Alien” is here, and it’s only the beginning. 🚀🔥 Stream it now and join the movement. Click on the images for more.  #Limberlost #Alien #BeautifulScars #ModernRock #HardRock #IndustrialMetal #newmusic

earMUSIC presents (click image for video) Featuring Glenn Hughes

The US Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have jointly launched a public inquiry to identify “unfair and anticompetitive practices and conduct in the live concert and entertainment industry”. -By Murray Stassen at Music Business Weekly (click on image for article)

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"The Ones" video premiere now up at YouTube. Don't miss this great new video from the upcoming sophomore release (Little Black Lies). Click on the images from the single and more information on this Pacific Northwest band, managed by Paul Crosby. Videographer: Dan Pred (Dan Reed Network)

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For immediate release: Get your Pre-Save on for the new single (street date: May 9th) from the forthcoming groundbreaking album (Beautiful Scars), CD format also available for Pre-Sale within the link. (Click on the link below or the image to Pre-save) https://orcd.co/limberlost_alien 

The legendary Don Airey returns with another solo album after scoring yet another multi-national chart-topping album with Deep Purple on last year's spectacular =1. This time the band features Carl Sentance (vocals) Mitchell Emms (vocals) Simon McBride (guitars) Dave Marks (bass) Jon Finnigan (drums). Label: earMUSIC