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Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Music

Mavis Staples will celebrate her 85th birthday in Inglewood

Mavis Staples will celebrate her 85th birthday with an all-star tribute concert at YouTube Theater.
The show will feature performances by Chris Stapleton, Jackson Browne, Norah Jones, Hozier, and more.
Staples herself will perform and Don Was will serve as the show's music director. [ more ]
London Jazz News
3 months ago
Music

Sarah L King: Debut Album 'Fire Horse'

Sarah L King's debut album Fire Horse is a collection of original songs and standards.
The album features backing vocals from Claire Martin OBE and Ian Shaw. [ more ]
Vulture
3 months ago
Music

'Brand New Key' Singer Melanie, Dead at 76

Singer Melanie has died at the age of 76.
Her most famous songs include 'Brand New Key' and 'Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)'. [ more ]
Pitchfork
5 months ago
Music

Listen to Harto Falion's "1dooropens, 1doorcloses": The Ones

Harto Falión is a rapper, singer, and producer from Woodbridge, Virginia.
His songs have introspective, relatable lyrics that capture the aimlessness of life.
The Ones is a daily post that highlights new music from emerging artists. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Music

Jackie DeShannon on her incredible career: It was really difficult being a woman'

Jackie DeShannon has had a long and varied musical career, with connections to many important musicians.
Her early recordings as a child singer are being released for the first time.
At a young age, DeShannon showed remarkable talent for singing country songs with emotion and nuance. [ more ]
moremusic
New York Post
3 weeks ago
Music

No more drama? Rock & Rock Hall of Fame inductee Mary J. Blige says next album is 'probably' her last

Mary J. Blige is announced as one of the 2024 inductees into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. [ more ]
TODAY.com
2 months ago
Music

Cat Janice, singer who went viral for dedicating last song to young son, dies at 31

Cat Janice dedicated her last song to her son before passing away at 31.
Janice's family announced her death, stating she eased into the light surrounded by loved ones. [ more ]
Pitchfork
5 months ago
Music

Amp Fiddler, Storied Detroit Artist, Dies at 65

Amp Fiddler, musician and singer known for his work with Parliament-Funkadelic and mentoring J Dilla, has died of cancer at the age of 65.
Fiddler was credited with helping develop Detroit hip-hop and promoting a collaborative production ethos. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
New York City

How Frankie Grande Spends His Sundays

Frankie Grande is a busy actor, singer, and reality TV personality with over 3.5 million followers on social media.
He recently returned to playing Victor Garber in an Off Broadway parody musical of Titanic. [ more ]
londonjazznews.com
3 months ago
London music

What Never A Dull Moment!' Teaches Us About Les McCann's Music & Legacy

Les McCann viewed life as never a dull moment, which is reflected in his career and music.
McCann's later work showcased his skills as a singer rather than just a pianist. [ more ]
London Jazz News
3 months ago
London music

Roberta Flack - 'Lost Takes'

Roberta Flack's demo tracks recorded before her debut album showcase her talent as both a singer and pianist.
Her slow and soulful performances, influenced by Nina Simone and Shirley Horn, stand out on the album. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Scala

In Maria Callas's Career, La Scala Played a Major Role

Maria Callas's career at La Scala in Milan marked her finest years as an opera singer.
Callas's performances at La Scala contributed to her enduring myth and legendary status as an opera singer. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
4 months ago
Chicago

David Soul, 'Starsky & Hutch' star who was born in Chicago, dies at 80

David Soul, star of Starsky & Hutch, has passed away at the age of 80.
Soul was not only an actor but also a singer, with a No. 1 single in the '70s. [ more ]
Mail Online
6 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Scientists use AI to revive Edith Piaf's voice to 'narrate' her biopic

Warner Music has used AI to train a computer to recreate the voice of late French singer Edith Piaf for an upcoming biopic.
The film will combine animation and archival footage to tell the story of Piaf's rise to fame.
Some of Piaf's original recordings will be included in the film, but the majority of the narration will be AI generated. [ more ]
NESN.com
6 months ago
Canada news

Did Sabres Anthem Singer Flub 'O Canada' Before Bruins Game?

The singer of the Canadian national anthem at a Buffalo Sabres game forgot a line and attempted to improvise.
Fans and players noticed the mistake, but the game continued as usual.
The Boston Bruins went on to win the game, beating the Buffalo Sabres 5-2. [ more ]
Indierepublik
3 years ago
Berlin music

Angela Chambers new single The Illusion out now - Indie Republik

Angela Chambers is a US singer, songwriter, and experimental musician who relocated to Berlin.
After collaborating with various musicians in Berlin, Chambers formed the band Waking Dreams.
Chambers has now gone solo and released her first single, 'The Illusion.' [ more ]
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