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Miriam Simone to Release New Seven-Track EP, ‘Rise Up,’ on October 23

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October 23, 2026

Reggae artist Miriam Simone, also known as Empress Miriam Simone, is preparing to release a seven-track EP titled Rise Up on Friday, October 23, 2026. Produced by Sound System Club Ltd. and distributed digitally by VPAL Music (the distribution arm of VP Records) the project is Simone's second EP in her solo career.

The EP's title track, "Rise Up," represents the theme of the mini-album, with most of its songs being described as authentic Roots Reggae anthems created to uplift and empower listeners mentally, spiritually and physically. Through its messages, the songs encourages personal strength, positive development and the determination to overcome challenges.

A dedicated music video for "Rise Up" was recently filmed with the Sound System Club team and is scheduled for release alongside the EP.

Rise Up also marks Miriam Simone's first major project release since her installation and crowning as Amammerehemaa of Adukrom in Ghana's Akuapem Traditional Area. She assumed the stool name Nana Abena Asentewaa Sheba Makeda, adding a significant milestone to her personal journey.

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Catch The Young Releases New Single ‘PARANOIA’ Ahead of UK & Europe Tour

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October 23, 2026

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The band returns to Europe not long after being a headliner for K-INDIE ON FESTIVAL 2026 IN BERLIN

"PARANOIA is finally out in the world, and we wish you show it a lot of love. I'm also really looking forward to the UK and Europe tour. There's the curiosity of going somewhere we haven't been, and especially the thought of going to the UK, the home of band music, makes it even more exciting. I hope we can put on our best shows together with our fans in Europe as well." – SANI

PARANOIA is a new style of hard rock that blends various strains of rock music into CATCH THE YOUNG's own sound. The song is about overcoming fear and doubt, believing in yourself, and stepping into a new world. It captures the courage to keep moving forward, pushing beyond your limits, and reaching for the light. PARANOIA marks a new direction for the band, moving beyond their pop-alternative roots and embracing a more anthemic rock sound.

"PARANOIA is a bold, energetic track. Thinking about performing it with all of our fans at the shows already gets my heart racing. I really want to play it live as soon as possible, so please listen to PARANOIA, and I hope you give it lots of love." – NAMHYUN

Not long after the release of their new single, the band will embark on their UK and European tour, CATCH THE YOUNG 2026 EUROPE TOUR IGNITE EVOLVE. It will kick off in November in partnership with European live performance platform FRONTROW. The tour gives European audiences their first chance to hear the new release live. Further details of the tour will be announced through the band's official channels.

ABOUT CATCH THE YOUNG

CATCH THE YOUNG is a South Korean alternative pop-rock band under Evermore Entertainment that debuted on November 1st, 2023, with their first mini album, Catch The Young : Fragments of Youth. The group comprises five members: Sani, Kihoon, Namhyun, Junyong, and Jungmo. The band calls its music genre 'youth pop-rock,' encapsulating the core topic of youth and the band's strength in harmony, multi-vocal, and performance skills. In less than a year since their debut, they performed at the biggest music festivals in Korea, including the Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival and Jeonju Ultimate Music Festival in 2024, which they performed for the second time in a row in 2025. As the next-generation K-Rock band, they plan to take on new challenges and expand their activities globally by releasing new music, as well as promoting and performing in and out of Korea.