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Sabrina Carpenter is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to prominence through a combination of television success and a steadily evolving music career. Born on May 11, 1999, in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, Carpenter first gained widespread recognition for her role as Maya Hart in the Disney Channel series Girl Meets World, which aired from 2014 to 2017. Her performance in the show showcased her talent and charisma, quickly establishing her as one of Disney's standout young stars. Even while acting, Carpenter pursued music and signed with Hollywood Records at a young age, marking the beginning of her transition into a serious recording artist. Her music career began with the release of her debut EP Can't Blame a Girl for Trying in 2014, followed by her debut studio album Eyes Wide Open in 2015. The album featured a mix of youthful pop tracks and heartfelt ballads, introducing Carpenter as a promising new voice in pop music. Over the next few years, she released a series of albums including EVOLution (2016), Singular: Act I (2018), and Singular: Act II (2019), each marking a step toward a more mature and refined sound. These records allowed her to explore themes of independence, love, and identity, and helped her develop a loyal fanbase. In 2021, Carpenter signed with Island Records, a move that signified a new chapter in her music career. Her first release under the new label, the single “Skin,” was seen by many as a bold and emotional response to public drama, but it also demonstrated her ability to craft a compelling pop song with depth and vulnerability. Later that year, she starred in the Netflix film Work It, further proving her range as both an actress and performer. Her music began to gain more critical attention, and her artistic evolution became increasingly apparent. Carpenter’s 2022 album Emails I Can’t Send marked a turning point in her career. With raw, confessional songwriting and a blend of pop, acoustic, and singer-songwriter elements, the album was hailed for its emotional honesty and maturity. Songs like “Because I Liked a Boy” and “Nonsense” showcased her willingness to explore complicated personal experiences and to break free from the confines of her Disney past. The album received positive reviews from critics and helped reposition her as a more serious artist within the pop music landscape. In 2024, Carpenter continued her momentum with the release of Short n’ Sweet, which included tracks like “Espresso” and “Taste”. This album solidified her place among contemporary pop’s most dynamic young voices. Her blend of humor, introspection, and genre-bending creativity earned her increased mainstream attention, and she began to draw comparisons to artists like Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo for her sharp lyricism and authentic storytelling. As her popularity soared, Carpenter made multiple late-night show appearances and performed at major festivals, gaining recognition for her confident stage presence and vocal versatility. Sabrina Carpenter’s career has been defined by her ability to evolve and mature in both her acting and music. From Disney Channel beginnings to critically acclaimed albums, she has continually defied expectations and expanded her artistic reach. Her combination of charm, talent, and emotional depth has made her one of the most compelling artists of her generation. With each project, Carpenter continues to explore new creative territory, proving that she is not just a former child star but a formidable force in modern pop culture. Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.

Before 2012 Duke Dumont was known as a ‘producer’s producer’. He was the name on a 12” record the DJ knew to reach for when he wanted to please the crowd, without them knowing who had constructed the mesmerising sonic confection they were dancing to. In 2012, two EPs on Tiga’s Turbo Recordings (with whom Duke has had a long standing relationship) changed all that. ‘For Club Play Vol. 1 & 2’ offered up sweet ecstatic deep house & UK bass cuts that have united people across the spectrum of music, from early club adopters like Annie Mac, Erol Alkan, Diplo, Martyn and Jackmaster to Fearne Cotton on daytime Radio 1, Trevor Nelson on 1xtra and even podcasts by Tiesto and Avicii. On some nights in Duke’s beloved Fabric London, you would hear the anthemic ‘The Giver’ being played in all three rooms at the same time. Duke’s early career was mentored by Switch (last sighted producing for Beyoncé) and he made his name as the ‘go-to’ man to remake a pop song for the dance floor (Lily Allen and Bat For Lashes were notable clients). In 2011, he moved out of London to the countryside (Hertfordshire, where his studio overlooks a forest) to focus on his original material. Synthesizing his influences from techno to UK garage and house he brought back goodies from this zen-like exile. ‘For Club Play Only Vol. 1’ was released in April 2012 on Turbo. With ‘Street Walker’ and ‘Thunderclap’ on there, it alerted the heads to the Duke movement and received support from the likes of Jamie Jones and Simian Mobile Disco. Remixes for AlunaGeorge and Santigold quickly followed, then in August ‘For Club Play Only Vol.2’ featuring ‘No Money Blues’ and ‘The Giver’ made Duke the man to watch. ‘The producer’s producer’ had become the ‘people’s producer’. ‘Need U (100%)’ features 17 year-old starlet A*M*Eon singing duties. With a chunky low-end, funky stabs and silky vocals this is like an early 90s house classic couched in 2013 techno techniques. In 1988 Inner City would have been jealous of this one. Co-written by teenage wonder-kid MNEK (who recently sung on Rudimental’s ‘Spoons’ with [artistSyron[/artist]) the Duke released ‘Need U (100%)’ in March 2013 on his newly minted Blasé Boys Club label, where it topped the UK charts for two weeks. http://dukedumont.com/ https://www.facebook.com/DukeDumont https://twitter.com/dukedumont https://soundcloud.com/dukedumont https://youtube.com/dukedumontofficial Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.

Nothing But Thieves is an English alternative rock band, formed in 2012 in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. They consist of lead vocalist and guitarist Conor Mason, guitarist Joe Langridge-Brown, guitarist and keyboardist Dominic Craik, bassist Philip Blake, and drummer James Price. Their style of music has been compared to the likes of Foals, The Neighbourhood, and Civil Twilight, and they have been played on alternative and active rock radio. Nothing But Thieves’ origins lie in schoolmates Conor, Joe and Dave’s efforts in a variety of bands in their hometown of Southend, Essex. They gained valuable experience on the local live circuit, even if they weren’t going to change the world. Then Dom joined their school in the sixth form and everything went up a notch. A classically trained guitarist from the age of six, Dom brought a musicality and learning to the table which made everyone sit up and take notice. Not that this puts him on a pedestal with his bandmates. They all agree that it’s the mix of his formal training with Joe’s self-taught chops which lies at the heart of the Nothing But Thieves sound. They released their debut ep, "Graveyard Whistling" on July 18, 2014. The band's single "Itch" picked up Hottest Record and Track Of The Day accolades on Radio 1 and also made it onto the Radio 1 playlist, as well as being added in regular rotation of Sirius XM new hard-rock channel Octane. The same year they signed to RCA Records. They released their self-titled debut album on October 16, 2015. Frontman Conor Mason said in an interview about the album: Since this record was our first album we especially wanted to make each song stand out in the best way possible. I guess there are tones, lyrics and themes that tie in throughout the album; however, we generally wanted each song to have its own space and world. Overall, I think we achieved the variety we were after and it’s nice that our fans feel the same way too. They released their sophomore album, called "Broken Machine", on September 8, 2017. The concept for the album came alive soon after the band had written and demoed “Broken Machine,” the 4th track, which became the centerpiece of the album. Lead singer Conor Mason describes it as a metaphor for systems that seem perfect on the surface but cracked underneath, whether that’s mental health, love, religion, or even politics. The singles leading up to the album’s release are “Amsterdam,” released on May 2, 2017, “Sorry” released on August 14, 2017, “Broken Machine” released on August 21, 2017, “I’m Not Made By Design” released on August 26, 2017, and “Particles” released on January 11, 2018. They released a new ep, titled "What Did You Think When You Made Me This Way?" on October 19, 2018. The lead single of the ep, "Forever & Ever More", was supported by a music video. On October 23, 2020, the band released Moral Panic. Which then followed with a tour in 2021 with Yonaka and Airways. The band released three singles in 2023, "Welcome to the DCC" on March 15, "Overcome" on May 10 and "Keeping You Around" on June 23, before finally releasing their fourth studio album, "Dead Club City" on June 30, 2023, which peaked number 1 in the U.K Official Album Charts. They then released the single "Oh No :: He Said What?" on January 29, 2024 before dropping the deluxe edition of "Dead Club City" on March 15, 2024, this included the addition of new songs such as "Time :: Fate :: Karma :: God" and "Pure You" as well as the stripped edition of beloved songs from the original album. Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.