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		<title>Rose Gray Drops New Single ‘Party People’ Ahead of Debut Album ‘Louder, Please’</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jan 2025 18:11:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rose Gray, the rising dance-pop star from East London, continues to captivate audiences with her infectious Madonna-esque sound, blending ’90s rave culture with modern pop melodies. Her latest single, ‘Party People’, is a bold celebration of the unity found on the dancefloor and the excitement of knowing you will always have fun with party people [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span data-contrast="auto">Rose Gray, the rising dance-pop star from East London, continues to captivate audiences with her infectious Madonna-esque sound, blending ’90s rave culture with modern pop melodies. Her latest single, ‘Party People’, is a bold celebration of the unity found on the dancefloor and the excitement of knowing you will always have fun with party people around you. As a teaser for her debut album, ‘</span><i><span data-contrast="auto">Louder, Please’</span></i><span data-contrast="auto">, set for release in January 2025, the single sets the tone for an album that promises to cement her status in contemporary music.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}"> </span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">‘</span></i><span data-contrast="auto">Party People</span><i><span data-contrast="auto">’</span></i><span data-contrast="auto"> perfectly captures the essence of club nightlife, evoking the anticipation, thrill, and energy that come with stepping into a party. The song features pulsing beats and vibrant melodies that truly embody the joy of losing yourself in music. This high-energy anthem is more than just a dancefloor hit, it also carries an emotional message, speaking to the unifying power of music and its ability to bring people together.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}"> </span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">The track is part of a broader narrative that ‘</span><i><span data-contrast="auto">Louder, Please’</span></i><span data-contrast="auto"> explores</span><span data-contrast="auto">. Songs like ‘Free’, </span><span data-contrast="auto">‘Angel of Satisfaction’, ‘Switch’, and ‘Wet &amp; Wild’ have already given listeners a glimpse of the album’s eclectic sound. Each track highlights Rose’s unique artistry, from the grooviness of ‘Wet &amp; Wild’ to the liberating, feel-good energy of ‘Free’. Together, these songs demonstrate her ability to move seamlessly between euphoric dance tracks and emotionally resonant pop, creating a versatile yet cohesive soundscape that many can enjoy. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">However, Rose Gray has been carving her place in the music world with releases even before ‘</span><i><span data-contrast="auto">Louder, Please’</span></i><span data-contrast="auto">. Her breakou</span><span data-contrast="auto">t track, ‘Save Your Tears’, slapped her name directly onto the map. The song’s infectious rhythm and club-ready beats showcased her ability to craft songs that evoke the energy of classic British clubs. Tracks like ‘Same Cloud’ and ‘Easy’ further demonstrated her range, with dreamy melodies and heartfelt lyrics that revealed another side of her musical talent. This variety of elements has solidified her as a rising force in the music in</span><span data-contrast="auto">dustry.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}"> </span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">2025 looks to be an exciting year for the star, with a headline tour hitting the UK in March. Gray will be performing in iconic venues, including YES Basement in Manchester, Komedia Studios in Brighton, and the legendary Colour Factory in London. Known for her high-energy performances and magnetic stage presence, these shows promise to be a pure celebration of her distinctive sound. For fans, it’s an opportunity to experience her music in the vibrant settings it was made for, on the dancefloor, surrounded by the party people she described in her newest single.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Rooted deeply in dance culture, Rose Gray’s music is crafted to connect people all over the world. Whether experienced on a crowded dancefloor or simply just through headphones, her songs create a vivid yet emotional escape into the world of rhythm and euphoria. With her newest single, her upcoming debut album, and her headline tour, 2025 is set to be the year Rose Gray truly becomes a standout name in the music scene.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}"> </span></p>
<p>Ticket information can be found <a href="https://www.aegpresents.co.uk/event/rose-gray/" target="_blank">here. </a></p>
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		<title>Sophie Ellis-Bextor Signs With Old Label After Saltburn Success</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jan 2024 13:54:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Oscar Lund]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Releasing in November 2023, Emerald Fennel’s second feature film, Saltburn, saw viral popularity across all social media platforms. Saltburn is responsible for boosting the director&#8217;s career into the stratosphere, with the film being nominated earlier this month for two awards at the Golden Globes. One byproduct of Saltburn’s popularity is the resurgence of Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s 2001 pop classic [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Releasing in November 2023, Emerald Fennel’s second feature film, <em>Saltburn, </em>saw viral popularity across all social media platforms. <em>Saltburn </em>is responsible for boosting the director&#8217;s career into the stratosphere, with the film being nominated earlier this month for two awards at the Golden Globes. One byproduct of <em>Saltburn’s </em>popularity is the resurgence of Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s 2001 pop classic <em>‘Murder on the Dancefloor’ .</em>The track is played at the climactic end of the thriller, where actor Barry Keoghan dances nude around the titular estate. This, somewhat humorous scene, has been shared across the internet.</p>
<p>On TikTok, the track has been used in a trend where people show of their luxurious houses, drawing a parallel to between their own home and the film&#8217;s Saltburn House. The use of the track, particularly on TikTok, where the average user is likely to have missed <em>&#8216;Murder on the Dancefloor&#8217;</em> the first time round, has given the song a new lease on life. Back in 2001, Ellis-Bextor’s <em>‘Murder on the Dancefloor’</em> peaked at the #2 spot on the UK’s top 100. Since Saltburn’s release <em>‘Murder on the Dancefloor</em>’ has climbed its way back up the top 100, finishing in second place last week.</p>
<p>Not only has the track from Ellis-Bextor’s debut album regained popularity domestically, but it has managed to squeeze itself into the US Billboard Top 100, taking the 58<span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">th</span> spot. Unlike the track’s original 2001 run, ‘<em>Murder on the Dancefloor’</em> is seeing popularity on both sides of the Atlantic. Speaking to Vulture about the song’s cultural resurgence, Ellis-Bextor <a href="https://www.vulture.com/2024/01/murder-on-the-dancefloor-saltburn-sophie-ellis-bextor.html">said</a>: “<em>the song is actually providing all the momentum and I can just sit back and be like, “Wow, this is special, is really unique</em>.””</p>
<p>Again, speaking with Vulture, Ellis-Bextor <a href="https://www.vulture.com/2024/01/murder-on-the-dancefloor-saltburn-sophie-ellis-bextor.html">said</a>: &#8220;<em>luckily for me, I had already starting working on the new album&#8221;. </em>For Ellis-Bextor, the stars have aligned, and her new project will release off the back of her recent success. According to The Mail this project has been signed to Ellis-Bextor&#8217;s former label, with a music industry insider having <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-12987301/Sophie-Ellis-Bextor-secures-deal-old-record-label.html">said</a>: “<em>Sophie has become a global star again. Universal, her old record label, have snapped her up and she will be releasing new music later in the year.</em>”</p>
<p>For those wanting to see Ellis-Bextor live, she is <a href="https://sophieellisbextor.net/shows">performing</a> in a few venues across London, as well as touring throughout Europe in March of this year. Whether you are a new fan, drawn in by one of the catchiest hits of the 2000s, or you are a long-time fan of Sophie Ellis-Bextor, 2024 is proving to be an exciting year for the star.</p>
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		<title>Pop Diva Charli XCX Excites Fans With Preview To New Music</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Oct 2023 10:30:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Narent Sejdija]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Charli XCX, who released the hit single “Speed Drive” from the Barbie movie that premiered this year, has teased fans with new music. The 31-year-old pop star, who burst onto the scene a decade ago with the smash record “I Love It” alongside Icona Pop, shared a snippet of new music on her Instagram.   [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span data-contrast="auto">Charli XCX, who released the hit single <a href="http://www.mxdwn.co.uk/news/charli-xcx-releases-new-track-speed-drive-from-barbie-movie-soundtrack/"><em>“Speed Drive”</em></a> from the<em> Barbie</em> movie that premiered this year, has teased fans with new music. The 31-year-old pop star, who burst onto the scene a decade ago with the smash record <em>“I Love It”</em> alongside Icona Pop, shared a snippet of new music on her Instagram. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Charli XCX <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CyELDk0REBS/">said</a> in the clip: <em>“Hello, I’m in the studio and I wanted to play a song I’ve been working on if you want to hear it. It’s cute.”</em></span><em><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></em></p>
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<p>The song, which is styled as an upbeat dance-pop record that Charli XCX is famous for, included the lyrics <em>“I never thought I would find it, but I found what I was looking for/I found it in the city, in the dark/In the city, in your heart.”</em></p>
<p>Fans of the star were buzzing over the preview. One person commented: <em>“song of the year song of the decade song of the century”,</em> whilst another person wrote: <em>“DROP IT NOW!”</em></p>
<p>The <em>“1999”</em> singer also had celebrities gushing over the track. American starlet Addison Rae, who released a collaboration in the summer with Charli XCX titled <em>“2 Die 4 U”</em> on her debut EP, simply <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CyELDk0REBS/">wrote:</a><em> “Favs.”</em> Meanwhile, DJ and record producer Tiesto said: <em>“Sounds Massive!”</em> alongside two flame emojis. Similarly, Charli XCX also had five-time Grammy winner Sam Smith seated for the anticipated track, with the<em> “Unholy”</em> singer leaving the eyes emoji on the teased post.</p>
<p>Last month, Charli XCX fuelled rumours that she was working on a new album. The star shared multiple photos and a video in a gallery<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw8Cie4rc5K/"> captioned</a><em> “album 6 I guess.”</em> The album will follow after Charli XCX’s 2022 record <em>CRASH</em> which featured hit singles such as <em>“Baby”</em> and <em>“Good Ones.”</em> The project was named as one of the best albums of 2022 by multiple publications, including Rolling Stone who ranked it at number 23 on their 100 Best Albums of 2022 list. The LP was also a commercial success for Charli XCX, becoming the star’s first album to top the UK Albums Chart.</p>
<p>Listen to <em>&#8220;Baby&#8221;</em> below.</p>
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<p>Earlier this year, Charli XCX was featured on the<em> Barbie</em> movie soundtrack with the single <em>“Speed Drive.”</em> The track, which has over 3 million views on YouTube, peaked at number nine on the UK Singles Chart and at number 73 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The electropop and dance-pop inspired track was the third single to be released from the movie soundtrack after<em> “Barbie World”</em> and the lead single <a href="http://www.mxdwn.co.uk/news/dua-lipa-shares-new-song-dance-the-night-from-the-barbie-soundtrack/"><em>“Dance The Night.”</em></a></p>
<p>Watch the video for <em>&#8220;Speed Drive.&#8221;</em></p>
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