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Sony Music Group warns more than 700 companies against using its content to train AI

May 23, 2024

Sony Music Group (SMG) has issued formal notices to over 700 generative AI companies and streaming platforms, prohibiting the unauthorized use of its content for AI model training...

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Joshua Bassett Announces Debut Album ‘The Golden Years’: Here’s When It Arrives

May 23, 2024

Joshua Bassett is going for gold. After years of making waves in the music industry, the 23-year-old singer-songwriter has finally announced the release of his debut studio album, The Golden Years...

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Static Dress Unleashes a Torrent of Emotion in New Single 'Crying’

May 23, 2024

In an explosive return to the music scene, UK-based post-hardcore band Static Dress has released their latest single, "Crying," capturing the raw energy and intense emotion that the band is renowned..

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New Kids on the Block: Still Young at Heart with New Album and Tour

May 20, 2024

The New Kids on the Block are back, proving they’re still in the game with the release of their first album in 11 years. Their eighth studio album, aptly titled "Still Kids,"...

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How Billie Eilish’s ‘Blue’ Lyrics Relate to Every Song on ‘Hit Me Hard And Soft’

May 20, 2024

Billie Eilish has finally released her highly anticipated third album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, with the lyrics of the final track, "Blue," capturing significant attention from fans...

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Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker Sells Entire Past and Future Catalogue to Sony Music

May 20, 2024

In a significant move within the music industry, Kevin Parker, the creative force behind Tame Impala, has sold his entire music catalog to Sony Music Publishing...

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The Battle for Music Rights in the Age of AI: A Call to Action for Music Creators

May 18, 2024

In a landmark move that underscores the growing tensions between technology and the music industry, Sony Music has taken a bold stand against tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI...

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Lil Durk Relaunches OTF Label with AWAL Partnership: A New Chapter for Independent Music

May 18, 2024

In an empowering move for independent music, Lil Durk has announced the relaunch of his Only The Family (OTF) label, now in partnership with AWAL...

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Luis Fonsi's El Viaje Takes Fans on a Global Journey in His 25th Anniversary Album

May 18, 2024

“This album has me very excited because all the songs on the album are names of cities, that’s why it’s called El Viaje,” Fonsi revealed. “They are rhythmic songs, romantic songs...

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Kehlani Set to Crash into Summer with New Studio Album

May 18, 2024

Kehlani is making a powerful return with her upcoming album, Crash, set to drop on June 21. This release marks her first full-length project since the 2022 hit album Blue Water Road....

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Ghostface Killah's 'Set the Tone' Album Boasts Star-Studded Lineup

May 18, 2024

Ghostface Killah, the legendary member of the Wu-Tang Clan, is gearing up to drop his highly anticipated solo album, "Set the Tone," and the lineup looks nothing short of...

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“No Hard Feelings”: The Chainsmokers' Electrifying Return

May 18, 2024

The Chainsmokers emerge with a new EP, "No Hard Feelings," consisting of a mix of their past and future sounds. The hit-making duo's latest project is a revisitation of their roots...

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The Return of the SICK NEW WORLD NU-METAL festival

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Photo Source: Alternative Press Magazine

In a groundbreaking turn of events, the eagerly anticipated music extravaganza, Sick New World, following last year returns to the city of Las Vegas on April 27, 2024. This variegated festival is a melting pot of musical genres, blending iconic Y2K-era, nu-metal legends with trailblazing acts from the expanded alt-metal and heavy alternative realm.

Headlining the event for the second consecutive year is the legendary System Of A Down, sharing the spotlight with co-headliners Slipknot. Joining these titans are influential and highly growing bands such as Sleep Token, Bad Omens, Spirit Box, and more well known bands such as Bring Me The Horizon, A perfect circle, Alice in chains, and many more. These acts are sure to ignite the stage and send shockwaves through the audience at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds. 

After the festival’s revelation, the official Sick New World website has declared that the pre-sale for tickets is scheduled to commence on Friday, November 11th, at 10 AM PT. According to the site, general admission tickets will be available, kicking off at $249, while premium packages are offered at a premium price, reaching as high as $539. The festival will run for the majority of the day starting at 11AM on April 27th 2024 and ending at 12AM on April 28th 2024. 

There are 3 ticket Tiers (GA, GA+, VIP). The General admission tickets include: Performances all day on multiple stages at Las Vegas festival grounds, food choices from regional and local vendors, bars, concessions, official band merch, festival merch, free water stations, and more. The General Admission+ offers the same perks as General Admission in addition to air-conditioned restrooms, and dedicated entry lane at main entrance. The VIP tickets offer the same perks as General Admission+ in addition to, charging stations, and dedicated merch tent for festival merch. Is the place too far and you need a place to stay? Don’t worry Sick New world also offers Hotel and Ticket packages with 2-5 nights at hotels near the festival with many more additional perks. 

Sick New World includes acts of up to 70 plus bands with several bands performing at the same time across 5 stages of varying sizes placed around the festival grounds. Based on the current information we have no idea what the lineup times are, but the full lineup details including set times will be released closer to the date of the festival so be sure to keep an eye out, and plan your day out for the performances you want to see. The length of the performances will vary. Opening acts will have shorter set lengths, while headlining performances can range up to an hour. You can visit the official site of Sick New World here for more information. 

Stay updated on the official Sick New World website for more information, and get ready for a day of unparalleled music and excitement. Sick New World 2024 is where genres of metal collide, and the spirit of music takes center stage.