IJR News — today's news from every sideNicole Hardy Steve Hackett doing anything on Genesis records deserves a mention, that guy could say more with fewer notes than anybody. 
On X · @BarcaTimesPedri Bonds with New Teammate Anthony Gordon at BarcelonaWholesome fan post about Pedri warmly interacting with new signing Anthony Gordon receives overwhelmingly positive, humorous reactions celebrating their budding friendship, with no observed criticism or opposing views.1,115 likes · 4mAshley Cooke reveals sophomore album tracklist, Aug 14Entertainment — Jul 15, 2026Ashley Cooke’s self-titled sophomore album is a 15-track project due August 14 via Big Loud Records and Back Blocks Music, blending coastal-country and ’90s influences and featuring the current single Baby Blues along with Famous to Frances and Johnny N June slated for release on July 24 as part of the broader coming-of-age arc. She revealed the tracklist by wearing a custom jean jacket embroidered with patches—gold stars, a wine glass, California and Florida outlines, a hotel key, a guitar, a journal, and her Gemini symbol—while producer Dann Huff helped shape several tracks, underscoring a candid, self-discovery-driven ethos across the record. 
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