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 Avenue Music: Broken By Eric Jr.  Eric Jr.  Eric Jr released his second single this year after the success of his EP titled Relentless which was full of passion, collaborations, realism and ambition. Now he's on a fresh new guitar driven record that's sonically pleasing with a feel good tone while lyrically he engages on the rough moments he's been met with throughout from betrayal to setback and how he wants to win. Official Artwork.  Interesting flows, catchy hooks and some sweet harmonies capture the moment, he knows how to hold his own and is shaping out to be an act to look out for. Last Year He was listed as an Artist On Watch for the Year End Awards and with this record he proved that he's definitely one of the greatest in the making.  There's no indication yet of whether this single will be part of an EP/Album or it's just a standalone project. Either way it's good music. We give it 5/5 stars.  Link:  Official Audio Thank You for Joining Us. ...

 Avenue Music: The News & New Music Report. Brand new albums, exciting musical comebacks, headlining acts....this is the new music and news report.  Ghala Prinz. Ghala Prinz formerly known as Mental Sight is back in the music scene as he teased a comeback single with a yet to be revealed date. This star on the rise who dropped his debut single titled Guided by Greatness in 2020, has rebranded and redirected his music to a different perspective of production and consumption. We cannot wait to hear what he has in store.  King Driez. King Driez dropped two collaborative singles with Jay Cracker & Eric Jr which are Livin' Good & Time For You. After that he took a break and now he's ready to serve some new jingles for the incoming Summer as he took to social media to buzz about an Extended Play titled Trap Baby and the well-known Black 12 is featured as a producer on the project set for October 13th 2023.  Usher/Instagram  Usher one of the biggest acts on...

 Avenue Sports: Jade Cargill - Newest Member Of The Women's Division.  Jade Cargill/ X Best known for her time in AEW and had an undefeated streak that was broken by Kris Statlandler having held the women's TBS title for 508 days Jade Cargill cemented herself as one of the most dominant and most talked about women in the pro wrestling business.  There's been rumors going around about her joining the WWE, with many reliable sources such as FightFul Select shared the news before anything was confirmed. Well yesterday via ESPN the news went viral throughout social media as it sparked engagement and it's one of the biggest signings for the company in similar fashion to Ronda Rousey back in 2018.  Jade Cargill/ X  With reports about how creative already has plans for her and how she's going to be a huge star in the women's division, fans are already sharing their dream matches such as Jade vs Bianca Belair who is one of the longest reigning women's Champion in th...

 Crush Of The Week: Kit Connor Gareth Cattermole/ Getty images  This week we have the British Emmy Award winner Kit Connor best known for his leading role as Nick Nelson on the Netflix hit series - Heartstopper starring alongside Joe Locke. Ever since the show premiered in April 2022, Kit has been an act that has garnered massive media attention from fans and critics. Being featured on magazines and various platforms of media you can tell that this star is just getting warmed up.  Nick was born (March 8th 2004) in the South London Borough of Croydon. He's very close with the Heartstopper cast and is seen in social media sharing snaps hanging out when they're not on set, ready for action.  @KitConnorInfo @KitConnorInfo Apart from Heartstopper he has also starred on Get Santa, His Dark Materials where he had a voice role and Rocket's Island. Kit is set to star in an upcoming mystery-horror film as a lead. He's definitely an amazing creative in the entertainment scene a...

 Avenue Lifestyle: I Think I Don't Love Him/Her Anymore RDNE Stock project/Pexel  So sometimes we fall in love with someone, go on a romantic journey for a destination of till death do us part, oh not cheating or ghosting...but things don't always go according to plan. A moment on the lips can make one think you're walking down the aisle after getting down on one knee, run away bride anyone? At least throw the bouquet before you leave! Someone is next in line to fall in love. Masha S/ Unsplash Images  The butterflies we get when it's fresh and new, it's such a euphoric moment isn't it? As if you're frolicking in a field of flowers and living the dream but the problem is that we don't maintain it, that once we get familiar with it, we keep it going, we just expect the flow to always be there even when we are on trial, the hardest times we face in order to save or break the relationship. It's like wanting autopilot all the time and never taking the ste...

 Avenue Music: When The Rain Comes by The Sugababes  Sugababes/Facebook  After the release of the Lost Tapes, a surprise album which was well received by fans and critics. Featuring songs such as Victory, Boys, Today & Metal Heart.  The Sugababes are back with a brand new single ahead of their 9th studio album set for a 2024 release. When The Rain Comes is such a feel good song, they aren't blending in to the current mainstream sound but are doing their own thing sonically.  It's a soulful ballad with beautiful radiant harmonies...it showcases their maturity and growth throughout the years as heard in records. From their first album One Touch to now there's this youthfulness to elegance transition that's present. The intro for me is a highlight, "Ooh Ooh, Light" lyrically it's a song about wanting something lasting even during the toughest of times, they long for a love that won't ditch them in the cold as they sing "Will you be there when the...

 Avenue Music: Max Hurrell & Locnville Want You To Be Their Love!  Locnville/ Instagram.  Max Hurrell/ Instagram.  After the success of their 2021 released studio album The Burn Box featuring songs such as Stranger Things, Cadillac and Love For Nothing.  Locnville is back with a surging hit. A very electric arrangement that will rock your world, it's sizzling on the dancefloor very groovy and leaves a lasting good impression. Locnville always prove you don't need flashy ad-libs or high notes to make good music, with their lower register they always bring the vibrance and versatility on board.  Official Artwork.  It sounds like the song of the summer, we don't think it needs any remixes because it's that good. Maybe a sentimental version that's acoustic. Max Hurrell has winning record from start to finish on this assisted track. Lyrically it's about pouring your heart out, confronting a lover while pleading a romantic offer. With repetitive chorus ...