Morrissey signed with Sire/Warner Records for the release of his fourteenth solo studio album, Make-Up Is a Lie, which is preceded by the single of the same name. The album, his first in more than five years, will be released on March 6. Morrissey put out his first five solo albums on Sire: Viva Hate, Kill Uncle, Your Arsenal, Vauxhall and I, and Southpaw Grammar. The singer-songwriter and former Smiths frontman is currently on the U.S. leg of his world tour. — Chris Eggertsen
SESAC Latina has renewed its partnership with Manuel Turizo, who first joined the organization in 2017. In 2024, he was named SESAC Latina songwriter of the year (pop/Latin rhythm) and received song of the year (pop/Latin rhythm) for “El Merengue” with Marshmello. The Colombian artist has also earned multiple accolades, including three 2023 Billboard Latin Music Awards: Latin airplay song of the year, Tropical song of the year, and Global 200 Latin song of the year, all for “La Bachata.” The two-time Latin Grammy nominee has appeared on the Billboard Hot 100 chart with “La Bachata” (No. 67) and “Vaina Loca” (No. 94). Last year, the Colombian artist released a string of singles, including reggae-laden “Cosas de Enamorao — Salud mi Reina” and the Afrobeats-tinged “Mírame Ahora — Salud mi Reina.”
Manuel Turizo at the 2025 American Music Awards held at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas on May 26, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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“We are so thrilled that Manuel will continue to be part of the SESAC Latina family. His talent and dedication to his craft are unparalleled and we can’t wait to support him as his career continues to soar,” said Celeste Zendejas, senior vp of SESAC Latina, in a statement. — Isabela Raygoza
See the rest of the latest artist signings below.
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Dalex (Serving Sounds)
Image Credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images Serving Sounds, an independent label led by Oscar Guitián Jr., signed Dalex to its roster. The Puerto Rican artist gained international recognition with his breakout single “Pa’ Mi” (2018), certified 3x Platinum by the RIAA; its remix, featuring Sech, Cazzu, Feid, Lenny Tavárez, Khea, and Rafa Pabón, peaked at No. 35 on Billboard‘s Hot Latin Songs chart. His debut album Climaxxx (2019) earned critical praise on the Billboard charts — peaking at No. 13 on Top Latin Albums — while Unisex (2021) reached No. 10 on Latin Rhythm Albums. In 2023, Dalex continued his exploration of reggaeton with the EP Reggaetón Sex.
Entering this new phase of his career, Dalex has also expanded his management team, welcoming the returning Juan “Vibra” Díaz. Last month, he launched his latest single, “Honguito,” alongside Farruko — a fusion of reggaeton and R&B signaling a new chapter.
“Dalex represents everything we aim to champion at Serving Sounds: authenticity, vision, and a proposal that transcends trends,” said Guitián, CEO and founder of the label, in a statement. “This is just the beginning of a new era for him, and an important step in our mission to build a company that combines creative excellence with a global vision.” — Isabela Raygoza
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Larry Fleet (Stellar Way Records/EMPIRE)
Image Credit: Courtesy of EMPIRE Singer-songwriter Larry Fleet partnered with global independent label Empire for the release of his new album, Another Year Older, which is set to drop Feb. 13 through Stellar Way Records/EMPIRE.
Fleet has previously released projects including 2019’s Workin’ Man, 2021’s Stack of Records, 2023’s Earned It and 2025’s Hard Work & Holy Water. As a songwriter, he’s known for penning songs including the Morgan Wallen/Eric Church collab “Man Made a Bar.”
EMPIRE is known for a roster of artists including Shaboozey, whose megahit “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” spent 19 weeks at the pinnacle of the all-genre Billboard Hot 100 chart and seven weeks atop the Country Airplay chart. — Jessica Nicholson
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Marlon Funaki (Warner Records)
Image Credit: Sophie Jones Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Marlon Funaki signed with Warner Records, which released his debut single on the label, “Let You In,” on Friday (Jan. 9). His previous releases include 2020 EP The Universal Language, 2022 album Monterey Village and 2025 EP Overdue. — Chris Eggertsen
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Meels (Lost Highway Records)
Image Credit: Jim Hughes Singer-songwriter Meels signed to Lost Highway Records, which will release her new EP, Across the Raccoon Strait, on Jan. 30. She previously released the EP Tales from a Bird’s Bedroom.
“At the heart of her artistry, Meels paints a vivid picture with her music through a lens that simultaneously feels familiar yet uniquely her own,” said Robert Knotts and Jake Gear, executive vps and co-heads of Lost Highway, in a statement. “With her upcoming project, Across the Raccoon Strait, she invites the listener into a world she has created that feels lived in and at home, and we are excited to help build upon that world and her vision together.” — Chris Eggertsen
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Trembler (Rite Field Records)
Image Credit: Ethan Jaso Houston band Trembler signed with Rite Field Records, which will release the four-piece’s new EP, Total Sorry, on Jan. 29, preceded by the single “Wilt.” Trembler released the double single “World Doesn’t Want Me last year. — Chris Eggertsen
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