In the past 24 hours, the music world has seen a flurry of exciting new releases and announcements, spanning a diverse range of genres.
March 2025 is shaping up to be a significant month for classic rock fans, with several notable releases. Jethro Tull, led by Ian Anderson, is set to release their third album in four years, *Curious Ruminant*, featuring a 17-minute epic titled "Drink From the Same Well"[1].
Yes is also making waves with a super deluxe edition of their 1972 breakthrough album *Close to the Edge*, expanded into a five-CD/LP/Blu-ray box set. Additionally, Jon Anderson is releasing *Jon Anderson and the Band Geeks Live: Perpetual Change*, a live album revisiting some of Yes's best-known music[1].
Roger Waters has added live material to a limited-edition super deluxe 10-disc reissue of *The Dark Side of the Moon Redux*. Alex Lifeson's Envy of None is releasing their sophomore album, *Stygian Wavz*, and Rush is celebrating with a new compilation titled *Rush 50*, featuring rare early live material[1].
In other classic rock news, Genesis is releasing an expanded super deluxe edition of 1974's *The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway*, including a complete performance of the album from 1975. Neil Young is unveiling the previously unissued *Oceanside Countryside*, recorded in late 1977, and Jason Isbell is releasing his first solo acoustic LP, *Foxes in the Snow*[1].
On the contemporary front, Ariana Grande has released two new singles, "Hampstead" and "Twilight Zone," as part of her latest music drop. Dua Lipa has collaborated with Troye Sivan on a remix of "Physical," and Kesha has teamed up with T-Pain for "Yippee-Ki-Yay"[5].
Other notable releases include new tracks from Selena Gomez, Lil Durk, Kali Uchis, and Linkin Park, who have released "Up From The Bottom." Mumford & Sons have a new album titled *Rushmere*, and Lucy Dacus is out with *Forever Is a Feeling*[5].
In the realm of indie and experimental music, Aya's *Hexed!* has been praised for its masterful sound design and emotional depth. Caroline's new music continues to showcase their ability to create beautiful and transcendent soundscapes. Gelli Haha's *Bounce House* blends moody electro-pop with Italo disco elements, and Billy Woods' new single "Misery" features a riveting beat and surreal lyrics[3].
On the industry front, there has been ongoing discussion about the impact of streaming services on the music industry. Research has highlighted mixed results, with some arguing that streaming has increased artist-to-audience reach and music label profitability, while others claim it has negatively affected artist royalties and created challenges for non-mainstream creators[4].
In terms of significant events, Stevie Nicks recently released a new song called "The Lighthouse" to promote women's rights, and she appeared as a featured vocalist on a cover of Ron Sexsmith's "Maybe This Christmas" for a charity Christmas album[2].
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