Soundwaves: Bear McCreary announces New Album, 2026 USA/West Coast Tour

Posted on 2026/04/30 by James

“The Singularity” is the name of Emmy and BAFTA Award–winning composer Bear McCreary‘s symphonic metal project. In 2024, McCreary released an ambitious hard rock concept album of the same name. The album featured guest appearances by an extraordinary lineup of rock talent, including Serj Tankian (System of a Down), Corey Taylor (Slipknot), Rufus Wainwright, and more.

Today, McCreary is thrilled to announce the release of The Singularity: Ekleipsis, the follow-up album, which continues the metal saga of a damaged world in turmoil. Penned primarily by McCreary and his multi-talented brother, Brendan, Ekleipsis draws its name from the ancient Greek word meaning “abandonment” and explores themes of disillusionment and perseverance through struggle.

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Soundwaves: The House of the Spirits Soundtrack from the Amazon Original Series Music by Tomás Videla

Posted on 2026/04/30 by James

Blending the raw, rhythmic soul of South American folk with high-end cinematic grandeur comes La Casa De Los Espíritus (Banda Sonora Original De La Serie De Amazon Prime) or The House of the Spirits (Original Soundtrack From The Amazon Prime Series), featuring a sweeping and innovative score by composer Tomás Videla. Timed with the premiere of the highly anticipated Prime Video series, already hailed as a Variety Critic’s Pick, this marks the first-ever Spanish-language adaptation of Isabel Allende’s iconic novel. 

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Equipment: Factory Entertainment Releases Battlestar Galactica Prop Replica Helmets

Posted on 2026/04/30 by James

Prolific manufacturer of premium collectibles, Factory Entertainment, today announced a new line of high-end limited edition prop replica helmets from the 1978 TV series, Battlestar Galactica, faithfully recreating some of the most iconic designs from the groundbreaking science fiction series. Beginning May 1, collectors can order these limited-edition pieces exclusively at www.factoryent.com.

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Soundwaves: The School Duel Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Music by Trevor Gureckis Available from Lakeshore Records

Posted on 2026/04/27 by James

Lakeshore Records released The School Duel—Original Motion Picture Soundtrack digitally, on April 24, with an original score by Trevor Gureckis (Servant, The Friend). The dark themes of the dystopian film directed by Todd Wiseman, Jr. are lifted to disturbing heights by the pulsing, industrial synth score. Adding to the ominous intensity of the score is Gureckis’ hypnotic manipulation of the sounds of actual guns clicking, re-loading and shooting.  The School Duel is in theaters now.

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Hard Copy: Penguin Random House Launches Publishing Program for Baldur’s Gate 3

Posted on 2026/04/27 by James

Random House Worlds, an imprint of the Random House Publishing Group, and Ten Speed Press and Clarkson Potter, imprints of the Crown Publishing Group, divisions of Penguin Random House, are thrilled to announce an exciting new publishing program centered around Larian Studios’ and Wizards of the Coast’s Baldur’s Gate 3, the massively popular role-playing video game set in the Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) universe.

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Equipment: Hasbro and Marvel Swing into CCXP Mexico with New Spider-Man: Brand New Day Product Reveals

Posted on 2026/04/26 by James

At CCXP Mexico, Hasbro and Marvel unveiled a new wave of products based on the highly anticipated film Spider-Man: Brand New Day! Fans can expect new additions to the popular Marvel Legends Series 6-inch scale line, including Spider-Man and Hulk. Pre-orders are now available on Hasbro Pulse and participating retailers.

In addition, kids and the kids at heart can look forward to a new assortment of 4.5-inch scale action figures and vehicles from the Marvel Studios’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day ActionVerse product line and more web-tastic products.  

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Equipment: Hasbro Announces New Star Wars Products at CCXP Mexico

Posted on 2026/04/26 by James

During the Action Brands panel at CCXP Mexico, Hasbro unveiled two new entries in the popular STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES product line, including a 6-inch scale IMPERIAL REMNANT WARLORD & POLAR MOUSE DROID figure set inspired by the upcoming film STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU, and an all-new FX ELITE MAUL LIGHTSABER™.

The Hasbro STAR WARS brand team also teased an upcoming addition to the STAR WARS: THE VINTAGE COLLECTION with the DEVON IZARA action figure. More details and product images will be revealed at a later date.

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Soundwaves: Marigold Preformed by Nell Verlaque and Bluejay Friese from American Classic

Posted on 2026/04/25 by James

American Classic tells the story of Broadway star Richard Bean who suffers a spectacular public meltdown and returns home to the family theater where he first became aware of his own brilliance. Once there, his extreme behavior sets off a series of crises among those closest to him: his ex-girlfriend (now the town’s mayor) married to his brother, his brother himself, and his beloved niece who dreams of a life in the theater. As old loves resurface and buried secrets emerge, Richard must confront the consequences of his past actions and the family and town he left behind for fame and glamour. Each season follows a different Richard Bean production that will reflect the stories unfolding in the lovable but flawed Bean family and the transformative power of making art.

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Soundwaves: Jo Nesbo’s Detective Hole Original Series Soundtrack from Lakeshore and Invada Records

Posted on 2026/04/24 by James

Lakeshore Records and Invada Records are releasing Jo Nesbo’s Detective Hole—Original Series Soundtrack digitally today, April 24. The score was composed and recorded by internationally renowned musician Nick Cave, alongside long-time collaborator Warren Ellis. Cave and Ellis’ score provides a singularly dark and intense backdrop to the series based on the popular detective Harry Hole by author, creator and series executive producer Jo Nesbø.  The album is available digitally in the Americas on Lakeshore Records and the rest of the world via Invada Records. With over 60 million books sold worldwide – including a staggering 5.6 million in Norway alone (more than the nation’s population!) – Nesbø’s novels have enthralled readers and defined the crime genre. Produced by Working Title, Jo Nesbo’s Detective Hole is streaming now on Netflix.

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Soundwaves: The Vampire Lestat’s Gritty Cover of Billy Idol’s Dancing with Myself

Posted on 2026/04/24 by James

The world’s first immortal rockstar, Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid), adds his own vampiric flair to Billy Idol’s iconic song “Dancing With Myself” in the third official single released from The Vampire Lestat, which debuts Sunday, June 7 on AMC and AMC+. AMC Global Media and Lakeshore Records released the single on the Vampire Lestat artist profile pages at major digital music services, including Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music. “Dancing With Myself” joins the recently released singles “All Fall Down,” which plays behind the opening titles, and “Long Face,” both with original music and lyrics by Hart and performed by Reid.

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