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Warner Chappell has renewed its deal with songwriter Rick Boardman, who has penned hits for the likes of The Jonas Brothers, Marshmello, Louis Tomlinson and Khalid. “Since streaming became the dominant way to consume music, music has become more global, and subsequently I’ve taken a much more global approach to my writing”, he says. “Working with the Warner Chappell team I hope to continue to collaborate with the world’s biggest artists and enjoy more global hits”.

Grimes and Sevdaliza have teamed up for new single ‘Nothing Lasts Forever’. “Admiration and adoration turn into weapons when women challenge expectations”, says Sevdaliza on the inspiration for the track. “True liberation is breaking free from inner and outer expectations, a journey worth embracing despite the bruises”.

The very much excellent USA Nails have released new single ‘Feel Worse’ and announced that they will release their latest album - also called ‘Feel Worse’ - on 22 Mar 2024. The new song looks at teenage bullying, with frontman Steve Hodgson reflecting: “As youngsters, we jostle for social positioning and at times it’s at the expense of other people’s well-being. I used to say my teenage years were character building but, on reflection, I’d probably say they were character destroying, and those who made me feel so small through physical and emotional attacks probably don’t remember”.