WHAT THE HELL JUST HAPPENED!

 

Well… THIS is one of those music-industry stories that makes you stop, turn up the volume, and say, “Wait… WHAT?!”

Ed Sheeran’s tour turned into a full-blown headline machine this week after Macklemore was reportedly dropped from the lineup over his outspoken views. And then came the plot twist: Sheeran’s own band and the remaining opening acts reportedly walked away in solidarity.

Now THAT is a statement.

When an artist gets booted for speaking his mind—and the rest of the tour says, “Then we’re out, too”—you’ve got to wonder how that decision was made… and whether everyone involved would make the same call again.

Music has always been about expression, pushing boundaries, challenging the conversation, and sometimes making people uncomfortable. You don’t have to agree with an artist to recognize the power of letting artists speak.

But enough of the controversy… because this week, we’re turning the conversation back into a soundtrack!

In The Mix With HK™ is bringing you non-stop hits, fresh new music, favorite throwbacks, exclusive HK remixes, and all the energy you need to kick the weekend into high gear.

No matter what’s happening in the headlines, one thing remains consistent…

If it’s hot, if it’s new, and it makes you wanna move…You’re In The Mix With HK™️

ONE LAST SUMMER BLOWOUT!

Labor Day weekend.

You know what that means…

ONE. MORE. BIG. SUMMER. PARTY.

And if you're going to send summer out, you might as well do it LOUD.

This week on In The Mix With HK™, I'm loading up the decks with non-stop hits from Taylor Swift, Sombr, Tame Impala, Ariana Grande, Stella Lefty and MORE.

But that's just the beginning.

I've also got NEW MUSIC THAT SLAPS from Meek, Alex Warren, Shaboozey, Steve Lacy, Audrey Hobert and more. The stuff that's brand new, the stuff that's about to be HUGE, and the stuff you need to hear NOW.

And then…

Yeah, we're going WAY BACK.

I'm putting my HK spin on classics from The B-52's, Dolly Parton, Britney Spears, Fine Young Cannibals and more.

Because around here, we don't believe in playing the same old song the same old way.

I remix it. Flip it. Mash it. Turn it upside down.

That's what In The Mix With HK™ is all about.

So whether you're firing up the grill, heading to the lake, throwing a backyard bash, cruising with the windows down, or just looking for the perfect soundtrack to your Labor Day weekend…

I've got you covered.

The hits.

The new music.

The throwbacks.

The remixes.

And a whole lot of HK.

So before summer officially checks out…

TURN IT UP.

Because we're going out with a BANG.

THIS IS IN THE MIX WITH HK™.

LET'S. GET. THIS. PARTY. STARTED.

This Week On In The Mix With HK™: Celebrating Legends & Turning Up The Music!

 It’s another BIG week on In The Mix With HK™, and we’ve got a whole lot of music coming your way!

First, we have to take a moment to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, who passed away this week at the age of 80. Dolly wasn’t just a music icon — she was a songwriter, entertainer, actress, entrepreneur and, perhaps most importantly, a tremendous humanitarian. From Jolene and 9 to 5 to I Will Always Love You, her music touched generations. And through programs like Dolly’s Imagination Library, she used her success to make an incredible difference in the lives of millions of people.

But knowing Dolly, she’d probably tell us not to spend too much time being sad. Celebrate the music. Celebrate the memories. And keep the party going.

And THAT is exactly what we're doing this week!

We’ve got some seriously hot music lined up, including Olivia Rodrigo, Ariana Grande, Stella Lefty, Dominic Fikeand plenty more. Olivia continues to make noise with her latest music, while Ariana, Stella and Dominic are all bringing their own flavor to the mix.

And then there’s the NEW MUSIC!

We’re checking out the latest from ZueZeu & Jaden Bojsen, Jex, Malcolm Todd, French Montana, Kygo & Max McNown, Meek and MORE!

That’s the thing about In The Mix With HK™ — I’m always digging for what’s NEXT while still bringing you the songs you already love. New hits, future hits, exclusive HK remixes, mashups, throwbacks and a few surprises along the way.

So crank it up, turn it loose and get ready…

Because this week on In The Mix With HK™ — we’re celebrating the legends, discovering what’s next, and keeping the party moving!

Remember...“If it’s hot, if it’s new, and it makes you wanna move...You’re In The Mix With HK™."

TWO FRIENDS & IANN DIOR: “Fire Escape”

Every once in a while, a new collaboration comes along that just sounds like summer. That’s exactly what Two Friends and iann dior deliver with their new single, "Fire Escape".

Two Friends — the Los Angeles DJ/producer duo Eli Sones and Matt Halper — have built a serious following with their high-energy dance productions, remixes and legendary Big Bootie Mixes. iann dior brings a completely different flavor to the record, blending his pop, hip-hop and alternative sensibilities with the duo’s upbeat production.

Released July 17, “fire escape” is a breezy, melodic dance-pop track built around iann dior’s laid-back vocal and a story about a spontaneous encounter that turns into something more. At just over two minutes, it gets in, delivers the hook, and gets right back into your head.

And here's the best part...

You heard it FIRST on *In The Mix With HK™.

That’s what we love doing — finding the records that are about to become your next favorites and getting them to you before they become everywhere.

So if “fire escape” is stuck in your head the next time you're driving, working out, or heading into the weekend, remember...

“If it’s hot, if it’s new, and it makes you wanna move…you’re In The Mix With HK™”

IT'S ALMOST TIME TO GET IN THE MIX WITH HK™

Turn it up... because this week's show is loaded from start to finish!

We're bringing you the biggest hits from today's hottest artists, including Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars, Ella Langley, Teddy Swims, Zara Larsson, and Olivia Rodrigo, mixed together the way only In The Mix With HK™ can.

Of course, no weekend would be complete without a few exclusive HK remixes you won't hear anywhere else. If you love hearing your favorite songs with a fresh twist, I've got you covered.

Plus, I'm spinning some incredible new music from Meek, Martin Garrix & Ed Sheeran, French Montana & Max B, Jelly Roll, and Niall Horan that deserves a spot on your playlist.

Whether you're hitting the road, relaxing by the pool, firing up the grill, or getting ready for a night out, I've got the jams to keep your weekend moving.

Remember...“If it’s hot, if it’s new, and it makes you wanna move...You’re In The Mix With HK™."