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KATSEYE’S Debut EP, SIS (Soft Is Strong), Is Out Today

KATSEYE – the first-ever global girl group formed using KPOP artist development methodologies – released its debut EP, SIS (Soft Is Strong), today via HYBE x Geffen Records/Universal Music Canada. Reflecting one of KATSEYE’s core beliefs – Soft Is Strong – the EP’s title also nods to the sisterhood they’ve forged, despite coming from immensely different cultures. The six members of KATSEYE are: DANIELA (USA); LARA (USA); MANON (Switzerland); MEGAN (USA); SOPHIA (Philippines); and YOONCHAE (South Korea). Download / stream SIS (Soft Is Strong) HERE.
Premiering August 21, the Netflix docuseries “Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE” is a compelling portrayal of the members’ journey to global stardom, including insight into the unique training and development program from HYBE and Geffen Records. The series was directed by Nadia Hallgren (Becoming) and produced by HYBE, Interscope Films and Boardwalk Pictures. PEOPLE, which premiered the trailer for the series, observed, “Popstar Academy: KATSEYE pulls back the curtain on one of the most fascinating phenomenons in the music industry.”
The group will perform its aptly titled first single, “Debut” – which Rolling Stone hailed as one of the “Songs You Need to Know” – on “GMA3” on Tuesday, August 20. Teen Vogue , which published the first interview with KATSEYE’s six members, observed, “[‘Debut’] sees the group taking mainstream pop head-on.” Earlier this month, the group performed “Touch” on “Good Morning America.” View HERE. The dreamy “Touch,” which was produced by Blake Slatkin, Cashmere Cat, Omer Fedi and Taka Perry, finds KATSEYE pondering the complexities of love, wounded feelings and rediscovering one’s self-worth.
The five-song EP also includes the beautiful piano ballad “My Way,” which captures the authentic stories of KATSEYE’s members and how they’ve confidently blazed their own paths in life with resilience and strength.
The track was produced by HYBE founder “hitman” bang, Slow Rabbit and Federico Vindver.
The uplifting “I’m Pretty” juxtaposes heavy 808 drums and angelic harmonies as KATSEYE celebrates the transformative power of self-healing. “Tonight I Might,” a vibrant pop track with electro-dance flair infused with a rebellious, adventurous spirit, closes out the EP.
Earlier this month, KATSEYE emailed assorted images to fans, challenging them to work with one another to uncover the titles of the songs on the EP ahead of the tracklist reveal on Instagram. Fans quickly began “claiming” their favorite titles.

Tracklisting – SIS (Soft Is Strong)
1. Debut
2. Touch
3. My Way
4. I’m Pretty
5. Tonight I Might
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Stella Lefty Announces 2027 Headline ‘Long Way Home Tour’
Today, rising singer-songwriter Stella Lefty announced a 2027 headline tour across North America in support of her debut album Long Way Home, which was released this past Friday via Atlantic Outpost. Listen HERE.
Promoted by Live Nation, the tour kicks off on Saturday, January 9 at The Fillmore in Detroit, MI before making stops in Toronto, Montreal, Boston, Brooklyn, Atlanta, Nashville, San Francisco, and more, culminating with a hometown show at Chicago’s Aragon Ballroom on Saturday, February 20. The 2027 headline run follows Stella’s sold-out tour and festival performances across North America and Australia this fall.
The announcement comes on the heels of Lefty’s debut album release, Long Way Home, which represents a full circle moment for the Chicago-born musician that reflects the pop country influences that shaped Stella and sparked her passion to create music, reconnecting her with the sound that first inspired her to become an artist. The album features seven new songs in addition to seven previously released tracks including hit singles “Boston” and “Thinking ‘bout You”. Upon release, the project was quickly praised by the likes of Billboard, NPR, and Vanity Fair and now helps set the stage for her Opry debut on September 2nd.
The tour caps off a breakout year for Lefty, whose breakout “Boston” has amassed more than 400 million streams and over 1 billion video views, while reaching the Top 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. The track has dominated the charts for the last 19 weeks, while gaining at both Country and Pop Radio too. Stella made her late night debut with “Boston” on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and performed it last weekend with Marcus Mumford on stage at Madison Square Garden. It also just received a MTV Video Music Awards nomination in the “Best Country” category, in addition to Stella’s nomination for “Best New Artist”.
Simultaneously, Lefty continues to sell out headline tour dates after landing slots at standout festivals including CMA Fest, Lollapalooza, Osheaga and ACL as she also has taken the stage alongside shows for Mumford & Sons, Jessie Murph, and Cameron Whitcomb.
TICKETS: To participate in the Stella Lefty Artist Presale on Thursday, August 27 at 10am local, you must sign up HERE by Tuesday, August 25 at 10pm PT. No codes are needed – access is tied to your account, and anyone who signs up can join the sale. Working in partnership with Ticketmaster, extra protections will be in place to help block bad actors from signing up for the Artist Presale. Some fans may be asked to complete a quick selfie check, or in rare cases, provide an ID via Persona to sign up. Find out more about security checks here. Remaining tickets will be available via general onsale starting Friday, August 28 at 10am local at stella-lefty.com.
VIP: The tour will also offer a VIP package and experience for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. The package includes a general admission ticket, Stella Lefty’s pre-show Soundcheck Party, autographed VIP-exclusive poster, early entry into the venue & more. For more information, visit vipnation.com.
STELLA LEFTY: LONG WAY HOME TOUR 2027 DATES
Sat, Jan 9 — Detroit, MI — The Fillmore Detroit
Sun, Jan 10 — Columbus, OH — Kemba Live!
Tue, Jan 12 — Toronto, ON — HISTORY
Fri, Jan 15 — Montreal, QC — MTELUS
Sun, Jan 17 — Boston, MA — MGM Music Hall at Fenway
Tue, Jan 19 — Brooklyn, NY — Brooklyn Paramount
Fri, Jan 22 — Philadelphia, PA — The Met
Sat, Jan 23 — Washington, DC — The Anthem
Mon, Jan 25 — Charlotte, NC — The Fillmore Charlotte
Tue, Jan 26 — Atlanta, GA — Tabernacle
Thu, Jan 28 — Dallas, TX — South Side Ballroom
Sat, Jan 30 — Houston, TX — House of Blues
Sun, Jan 31 — Austin, TX — ACL Live at the Moody Theater
Tue, Feb 9 — San Francisco, CA — The Masonic
Fri, Feb 12 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Union Event Center
Sat, Feb 13 — Denver, CO — Fillmore Auditorium
Wed, Feb 17 — Nashville, TN — Ryman Auditorium
Sat, Feb 20 — Chicago, IL — Aragon Ballroom
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Luke Combs Announces 12 New Stadium Shows for 2027 ‘My Kinda Saturday Night Tour’
Luke Combs is extending his My Kinda Saturday Night Tour into 2027, announcing 12 new stadium shows across the United States.
The new dates continue the tour that Combs launched in 2026, though fans can expect a different lineup of opening acts. Treaty Oak Revival, Avery Anna, Shenandoah and Wyatt McCubbin will join Combs at various stops throughout the 2027 run.
The tour takes its name from “My Kinda Saturday Night,” a song from Combs’ latest album, The Way I Am. The singer recently wrapped the 2026 leg with three sold-out performances at London’s Wembley Stadium.
For now, the 12 newly announced stadium concerts are the only dates listed on Combs’ official tour calendar. Tickets for all 12 shows go on sale August 21.
The announcement had been teased throughout the week, with several venues revealing details before Combs officially announced the dates on Thursday morning.
The limited schedule reflects a shift in how Combs is approaching life on the road. With three young children — ages four, nearly three and six months — the singer has spoken about putting more time aside for his family. The days of spending most of the week away from home may be becoming less common for the country star.
That does not mean Combs is stepping away from the stage. Every 2027 date announced so far is scheduled at a football stadium with a capacity of at least 60,000 people.
The strategy is similar to one adopted by several major country artists in recent years, including Morgan Wallen: fewer shows in much larger venues. Rather than spending months on the road playing arenas and smaller venues, Combs can reach a large audience with a limited number of performances.
For fans, that makes each stop a bigger event. For Combs, it offers a way to keep touring while spending more time at home with his family.
Tickets go on sale August 21.
Tour Dates for Luke Combs 2027 ‘My Kinda Saturday Night Tour’:
April 3 — Arlington, Texas @ AT&T Stadium
April 10 — Minneapolis, Minn. @ U.S. Bank Stadium
April 17 — Detroit, Mich. @ Ford Field
April 24 — Philadelphia, Pa. @ Lincoln Financial Field
May 1 — Foxborough, Mass. @ Gillette Stadium
May 8 — Pittsburgh, Pa. @ Acrisure Stadium
May 15 — Kansas City, Mo. @ Arrowhead Stadium
May 29 — Edmonton, Alb. Canada @ Commonwealth Stadium
June 5 — Vancouver, B.C. Canada @ BC Place
June 12 — Boise, Idaho @ Albertsons Stadium
June 19 — Denver, Colo. @ Empower Field at Mile High
June 26 — San Diego, Calif. @ Petco Park
