March 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting month for music enthusiasts, with a plethora of new releases and reissues across various genres.
On the progressive rock front, several iconic bands are making significant contributions. Jethro Tull, led by Ian Anderson, is releasing their third album in four years, *Curious Ruminant*, which features a nearly 17-minute epic titled "Drink From the Same Well." Yes is releasing 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 featuring some of Yes's best-known music. Roger Waters is reissuing *The Dark Side of the Moon Redux* with added live material in a limited-edition super deluxe 10-disc set. Alex Lifeson's Envy of None is releasing their sophomore album, *Stygian Wavz*, and Rush is releasing a new compilation titled *Rush 50*, featuring rare early live material. Genesis is also releasing an expanded super deluxe edition of 1974's *The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway*, including a complete performance of the album from 1975[1][2].
In the pop music sphere, Lady Gaga is set to release her seventh album, *MAYHEM*, on March 7, following her musical contribution to the film "Joker: Folie à Deux". This album includes tracks like "Disease" and "Abracadabra", showcasing her signature hyperbolic lyrics and dramatic melodies[2].
Hip-hop fans have several releases to look forward to. Lil Durk, despite being incarcerated, is scheduled to release his new album *Deep Thoughts* on March 28, featuring tracks like "Turn Up a Notch" and "Opportunist". YoungBoy Never Broke Again is releasing *More Leaks*, his last project before his release from prison in July. KenTheMan is releasing *Kinda Famous* on March 4, a 13-track effort highlighting her confident and self-written bars[2][4].
Other notable releases include Jason Isbell's new solo acoustic LP, *Foxes in the Snow*, his first record without his longtime 400 Unit backing group since 2015. The Darkness is releasing their eighth album, *Dreams on Toast*, and Eric Burdon & War are reissuing their complete CD collection, which includes the hit "Spill the Wine". Jimmy Page and the Black Crowes are releasing an expanded reissue of *Live at the Greek*, and Ozzy Osbourne is releasing an 18LP box set titled *See You on the Other Side V2.0*[1].
On the industry front, 2024 saw significant financial investments in music, including the sale of classic catalogs by Pink Floyd and Michael Jackson, and Sony Music acquiring the recording and publishing rights to Queen's music for nearly $1.3 billion. This trend indicates a return of investment in the music space after the economic downturn in 2022[2].
Live performances have also been making headlines. Taylor Swift's Eras tour concluded as the highest-grossing tour of all time, generating over $2 billion, while Coldplay's Music of the Spheres World Tour also joined the billion-dollar tour club[2].
Controversies in the music world include several high-profile lawsuits. The Department of Justice is accusing Live Nation-Ticketmaster of operating an unfair monopoly, and Drake is suing his label's parent company over allegations of unethical tactics. Additionally, a copyright holder is suing Miley Cyrus for copyright infringement over her song "Flowers"[2].
In local music initiatives, the Lawrence Music Alliance has declared March as Music Business Month, a citywide effort to support local musicians and the music industry[2].
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