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Forbes
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Forrest Frank Replaces Himself At No. 1
Forrest Frank debuts at No. 1 on the Top Christian Albums chart with Child of God II, replacing his ... More own previous release Child of God at the summit. TORONTO, ONTARIO - APRIL 01: Forrest Frank performs at Coca-Cola Coliseum on April 01, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo) The world first heard Forrest Frank's music in a major way in 2020, when his group Surfaces reached the Hot 100 with 'Sunday Best.' That single cracked the top 20 and remains the duo's only major commercial win. In addition to making art as part of that band, Frank also records under his own name, but his solo work leans much more into his Christian faith than the pop output of the pair. In just over a year, Frank has become one of the top stars in the Christian music space in America, and he proves his growing popularity this week with a major feat. Frank's new album Child of God II debuts on five Billboard charts this week. It opens inside the top 10 on several of them, and even manages to bring him to the No. 1 spot on the Top Christian Albums chart. Frank has previously hit the summit on Billboard's ranking of the most consumed Christian full-lengths and EPs in the country. In fact, he was already running the show just last week. Frank replaces himself atop the Top Christian Albums chart as Child of God II debuts at No. 1. The original Child of God steps down to the runner-up space after spending the previous frame at No. 1. That turn marked its thirty-fifth stay in the spotlight. That's a massive accumulation for any project on any ranking. Considering the fact that Child of God had only lived on the list for 41 frames, 35 stints at No. 1 is huge. Child of God II also manages to begin its time inside the highest tier on both the Top Album Sales and Vinyl Albums charts. It launches at No. 5 on the all-encompassing list of the bestselling titles with a little more than 11,700 pure purchases, according to Luminate. The same effort is new to the vinyl-only roster at No. 8. Child of God II also brings Frank to the Top Streaming Albums ranking, where it debuts at No. 24. The sequel release helps him hit a new career high point on the Billboard 200 and nearly crack the top 10. The sequel album begins its time on that competitive tally at No. 12, moving just over 33,250 equivalent units in its first frame of availability in the U.S.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Forrest Frank on the ‘Invisible Market' That Turned ‘Your Way's Better' Into a Hot 100 Hit
Three years after initially earning a top 20 pop hit on the all-genre Billboard Hot 100 as part of the duo Surfaces, singer-songwriter Forrest Frank began to compile contemporary Christian music hits. He's become one of the genre's fastest-rising artists, melding elements of pop, hip-hop and gospel on songs such as 'No Longer Bound,' a collaboration with Hulvey, which cracked the top 20 on Billboard's Hot Christian Songs chart. But it's the ebullient, summer-ready 'Your Way's Better' that becomes Frank's first solo Hot 100 entry — the hit has reached a No. 61 high on the chart and crowns Hot Christian Songs for the first time this week (charts dated May 24). Meanwhile, his recent team-up with country artist Thomas Rhett, 'Nothing Else,' resides at No. 4 on the same chart. Frank originally released the pop-inflected 'Your Way's Better' in October 2024, but the song's success was spurred by TikTok momentum earlier this year, thanks to a viral TikTok dance that both resonated with fans — and took Frank, then on a social media hiatus, by surprise. More from Billboard Christian Music Is Surging on Billboard's Charts, Thanks to These Two Artists Lady Gaga Wins 2025 Sports Emmy for 'Hold My Hand' Pre-Super Bowl Tribute to Disaster Victims A$AP Rocky Teases New Song at Cannes During 'Highest 2 Lowest' Premiere In the past year, Frank has released music at a dizzying speed, stoking fervor in the industry and his growing fan base. His July 2024 album, Child of God, was nominated for a Grammy for best contemporary Christian music album and nominated for top Christian album at the Billboard Music Awards. By that November, he returned with a deluxe version of the album; on May 9, he released its follow-up, Child of God II. The two installments currently hold Nos. 1 and 2 on Top Christian Albums, with his more recent project leading the chart. 'That's kind of a theme for me in my career,' Frank tells Billboard, calling while on the road during the second part of his sold-out Child of God tour. 'I love pushing the boundaries, and I feel like my career is busting myths.' Below, Frank talks about 'Your Way's Better,' Child of God II and Christian music's current Hot 100 surge. How did 'Your Way's Better' come about? I was having a hard day and had gone for a drive. I remember pulling into my neighborhood and that chorus came spilling out. It was just a prayer that ended up having a melody with it. I recorded a voice memo of it on my phone and didn't do anything with it for a few months. Then, backstage at [Frank's 2024 Child of God tour], I pulled out my laptop and produced the beat for it. Then, my producer friend PERA came out to a session and we were jamming on this song and I said, 'What if you play something kind of somber?' He starts playing it, and I freestyled the melody [and] some of the words that ended up on the track. You released 'Your Way's Better' last October, but a dance that went viral on TikTok and social media helped boost it. How did that happen? It was my 12th- or 13th-highest streaming song at a daily rate — it was not making a big splash. There's a couple, David Myers and Bridgette [Nicole], and they post a new dance almost every day to different songs, and it was one they did [in February]. What's interesting is that I was taking a social media break — I had posted maybe three times in a four-month period. At first, I didn't really engage with it, but then I saw a significant jump in my streams. I'm seeing these kids doing the dance, and it's kind of like this vacation Bible school type thing, [learning] the dance to go with the song and do the hand motions and stuff. It is like that energy, but not in an enclosed church space. It just kind of feels like it's across the whole world. You just released your new album, , on May 9, just 10 months after and six months after its deluxe edition. Why did you want to drop another full album so soon? They say you have to upload a song about a month before it comes out to make sure that all the distributing partners have enough time to add it to playlists and can properly program. I remember a year or two ago thinking, 'Is that really the case?' So, I uploaded music closer to the deadline, like 48 hours before a release and it made it on [Spotify playlist] New Music Friday. With Child of God, I had a song with Connor Price called 'Up!' and that splashed and two weeks later, we released 'Good Day,' which became the next biggest one. We kept dropping songs every two weeks because that's the pace I was writing music. Rather than hold back music for months, why not just put everything out there and see what happens? I feel like life is short: My time and moment is finite to a degree, so if I'm excited about these songs and the fans are excited, why would I hold stuff back? There are a lot of crossover efforts between contemporary Christian music and country happening now, such as your collaboration with Thomas Rhett on 'Nothing Else.' Why do you think that's the case? I think including God is pretty common in country music, [but] I've noticed that transition in my heart and the fullness I get to experience in praising God specifically. I think the country space is starting to feel that as well. I could see in the next year or two, a lot of the A-list country artists just making straight-up Christian worship songs. With Brandon Lake and Jelly Roll's 'Hard Fought Hallelujah' also on the Hot 100, what's your take on the surge in Christian music's popularity? I think it's just the people. Yes, it's the artists who are expressing their genuine love for God, but also, it's the consumers that are supporting it and championing it. With my tour, there's this family thing going on: We didn't expect for families to come to the show, but 'Your Way's Better' has become the music for the car ride, the music on the way to school. It was like an invisible market. I knew that there was kind of a starving family market, but here it is. A version of this story appears in the May 17, 2025, issue of Billboard. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Scoop
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Four Letters Of Love Trailer & Release Date Revealed
Mushroom Group - Latest News [Page 1] Distributed by Mushroom Studios and The Reset Collective, Four Letters of Love is a sweeping romantic drama that brings to life a timeless story of destiny and the invisible forces that shape our lives. More >> Exclusive Look At Barry Keoghan's New Film Bird In Fontaines D.C. Music Video Tuesday, 5 November 2024, 2:11 pm | Mushroom Group Burial's haunting, textured soundscapes blend seamlessly with the story, enhancing its intensity and drawing audiences deeper into its world. More >> Foo Fighters Announce Australia & New Zealand Stadium Tour – November/December 2022 Monday, 7 March 2022, 7:05 pm | Mushroom Group With very special guests. Tickets on sale Thursday 10 March Fresh off their historic 3-hour rock & roll marathon for 30,000 adoring fans last Friday – the first stadium concert in Australia in two long years – Frontier Touring is thrilled to ... More >> Surfaces Announce Australia & New Zealand Headline Shows Tuesday, 8 February 2022, 5:48 pm | Mushroom Group Chugg Entertainment and Frontier Touring are pleased to announce Texas-based duo Surfaces will tour Australia and New Zealand for the very first time in July 2022, performing five headline shows in Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Auckland. ... More >> Surfaces Announce Australia & New Zealand Headline Shows Tuesday, 8 February 2022, 5:47 pm | Mushroom Group Chugg Entertainment and Frontier Touring are pleased to announce Texas-based duo Surfaces will tour Australia and New Zealand for the very first time in July 2022, performing five headline shows in Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Auckland. ... More >> Billie Eilish - 3rd & Final Auckland & Brisbane + 4th & Final Melbourne Shows Added: All Shows On Sale TODAY Friday, 15 October 2021, 5:30 pm | Mushroom Group Tickets for Billie Eilish's upcoming Happier Than Ever, The World Tour of Australia and New Zealand in September 2022 go on sale today. Following unprecedented demand during Presales earlier this week, Eilish has added a 3rd and final Auckland show ... More >> VAX TOGETHER, STAY TOGETHER - Let's Get Back To Live This Summer Aotearoa! Friday, 8 October 2021, 8:03 am | Mushroom Group CALLING ALL KIWIS… The Aotearoa live music, entertainment and concert sector needs your help! With the current COVID-19 Delta outbreak, our much-loved traditional summer of music, entertainment and festivals is in danger, and we are urging music fans ... More >> BILLIE EILISH | Happier Than Ever, The World Tour | AU/NZ Arena Tour – Sep 2022 Thursday, 7 October 2021, 7:22 am | Mushroom Group Chugg Entertainment, Frontier Touring and Live Nation are thrilled to announce the return of US pop phenomenon Billie Eilish to Australia and New Zealand in September 2022 ! On her fourth Antipodean visit, Eilish brings her hotly anticipated Happier ... More >> Lorde Shows In Upper Moutere, Havelock North And Lower Hutt Sell Out In Minutes Monday, 5 July 2021, 4:19 pm | Mushroom Group Frontier Touring and Eccles Entertainment are thrilled to announce formidable pop queen Lorde will return to stages around New Zealand and Australia in February and March 2022 and after going on sale today at midday shows in Lower Hutt, Upper Moutere ... More >> Drax Project + Mitch James Aotearoa Tour With Special Guest AACACIA - Sold Out Wellington Concerts Postponed Wednesday, 23 June 2021, 4:10 pm | Mushroom Group Due to today's COVID-19 Alert Level change to Level 2 in the Wellington region, this weekend's sold out Drax Project + Mitch James concerts on Friday and Saturday night at Shed 6 have been postponed. New concert dates will be announced in the coming ... More >> Matt Gudinski Assumes Role Of CEO Mushroom Group Friday, 9 April 2021, 12:27 pm | Mushroom Group Mushroom Group today announced that Matt Gudinski will assume the role of CEO of the Mushroom Group, effective immediately. Matt moves into the role following the sudden passing of his father, Michael Gudinski, on March 2 this year. Matt most recently ... More >> Vale Michael Solomon Gudinski | 22 August 1952 - 02 March 2021 Tuesday, 2 March 2021, 1:20 pm | Mushroom Group It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Gudinski AM overnight. The much-loved Australian music legend died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Melbourne, Australia. Michael Gudinski was a key figure in shaping the ... More >> Music From The Home Front | AU + NZ To Celebrate Anzac Spirit With Major Concert Event This Saturday Wednesday, 22 April 2020, 6:53 pm | Mushroom Group AU and NZ music communities will unite to stage televised concert event on Anzac Day evening Saturday's concert will pay respect to Anzac Day and thank COVID-19 front line workers First announce artist lineup (in alphabetical order) includes ... More >> Emotional Oranges Announces Debut Show For NZ Wednesday, 24 July 2019, 1:30 pm | Mushroom Group FAST FACTS: • The band have accumulated more than 30 million streams globally • Current focus single 'Personal' • Debut album The Juice: Vol. I has garnered critical acclaim and a cult like following • Identity of the duo is unknown • ... More >> a-ha First New Zealand Tour Ever Wednesday, 17 July 2019, 9:05 am | Mushroom Group Frontier Touring and Roundhouse Entertainment are excited to announce pop icons a-hawill tour New Zealand next March. This is the band's first ever visit to the country and will also mark the return of a day on the green to New Zealand. They'll ... More >> You Are Us/Aroha Nui Thursday, 11 April 2019, 12:15 pm | Mushroom Group Two Days to Go until You Are Us/Aroha Nui Concert in Auckland. Christchurch Show Next Wednesday More >> You Are Us Auckland Concert SOLD OUT, Christchurch to come Friday, 29 March 2019, 3:38 pm | Mushroom Group The You Are Us/Aroha Nui Auckland concert on Saturday 13th April at Spark Arena which went on sale at midday yesterday has just sold out! However, fans throughout New Zealand are able to purchase tickets to the Christchurch event on Wednesday 17th ... 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News18
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Refresh, Remix, Repeat: The Gen Z Summer Playlist You Can Sip
Last Updated: This summer isn't just about staying hydrated, it's about staying in tune with what matters: mood, style, and self-expression Summer for Gen Z isn't just a season – it's a mood board. It is that golden hour selfie glow, the poolside aesthetic, the spontaneous road trip, and yes, the perfect playlist that makes every moment feel like a music video. And what's a great summer without the ultimate refreshment in hand? Let's sip on the go-to summer beverage came with its own vibe and had background music that fits well. Maaza Maaza isn't just a summer favourite – it's a celebration in every sip. Crafted with the goodness of real, juicy Alphonso mangoes, Maaza brings India's most loved fruit to life, no matter the season. As the mercury rises, this iconic drink naturally becomes a go-to for mango lovers, offering a mess-free way to enjoy the king of fruits. But Maaza is more than seasonal refreshment, it's about savouring special moments, from sun-soaked picnics to everyday family time. This summer, join the wave of mango lovers saying #MaazaHoJaaye and experience timeless indulgence with a twist of tropical joy. Vibe Check: Feels like 'Sunday Best" by Surfaces—chill, sunny, and effortlessly feel-good. Sprite Sprite's crisp lemon-lime flavor is made to cut through the summer heat with instant refreshment. Cool, soothing, and sharp from the first sip, Sprite is the top pick for those who like their chill uncomplicated. Whether you are pairing it with spicy street food, heading out on an adventure, or just trying to beat the heat – Sprite fits right in. And if you are just chilling with friends and in the mood for a good laugh, just scan the bottle for a joke that hits as hard as the fizz. This summer, Sprite is not just a drink – it's your shortcut to staying cool and having fun. For the Gen-Zers who love the cool, crisp taste of Coca-Cola but want to keep things light, Coke Zero is the ultimate refreshment. No sugar, no compromise, just the iconic flavor of Coke in its most refreshing form. Whether you are hitting the gym, crushing your goals, or just enjoying a chill day with friends, Coke Zero is the drink that brings balance to the party. It's the perfect beverage to sip on as you turn up your favorite playlist, keep it light, and stay true to your vibe. Vibe Check: 'Khalasi" – Coke Studio Bharat ft. Achint & Aditya Gadhvi Fanta Fanta is all things playful, colourful, and absolutely delicious. With its bold orange fizz and vibrant personality, it's the drink that adds cheer to every moment – whether you're catching up with friends, lighting up your feed, or just enjoying a carefree break. This summer, Fanta is trending for its lively spirit and burst of fruity goodness that feels almost like a dessert in a bottle. From festive vibes to sunny hangouts, Fanta is the flavour of fun. Limca When the summer heat is relentless, Limca is your ultimate thirst quencher. Its sharp, lemony fizz and unique cloudy look give it a refreshing edge that's perfect for any adventure. This season, Limca is trending for those exploring the city, discovering new hotspots, or just enjoying a sunny day out. Whether you're traveling, working out, or on the move, Limca's zesty kick is the must-have cooler to keep you refreshed and energized. #TravelWithLimca and make every moment a refreshing journey. Vibe Check: 'Can't Stop the Feeling!" by Justin Timberlake—pure fun and dance-floor energy. Honest Tea For Gen Zers craving calm in the chaos, Honest Tea is the ultimate chill track in a bottle. This organic green tea-based wellness drink brings a refreshing pause to the heat and hustle. With flavors like Lemon-Tulsi and Mango, brewed from premium Makaibari tea leaves, it's your go-to for those solo rooftop journaling sessions, mindful midday resets, or zen beach strolls. Honest Tea isn't just a drink- it's a vibe. Vibe Check: 'Hey Jude" – The Beatles Minute Maid Minute Maid is all about pulpy refreshment. With juicy favorites leading the way, it's the perfect pick for Gen Z looking to stay refreshed while keeping it wholesome. Made with Indian fruits and packed with a deliciously pulpy texture, Minute Maid turns everyday hydration into a flavourful experience. Whether you are chilling with friends or taking a break under the sun, Minute Maid brings a pulpy burst of nature to every summer moment. Vibe Check: 'Golden" by Harry Styles—natural, smooth, and radiating good vibes. This summer isn't just about staying hydrated, it's about staying in tune with what matters: mood, style, and self-expression. Each of the above drinks are part of the ultimate Gen Z Starter Pack, seamlessly woven into their summer soundtrack. So, take a sip, hit play, and let the soundtrack of your summer begin. Watch CNN-News18 here. The News18 Lifestyle section brings you the latest on health, fashion, travel, food, and culture — with wellness tips, celebrity style, travel inspiration, and recipes. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : lifestyle summer summer drinks Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: May 11, 2025, 15:37 IST
