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Get ready for 50+ free music events in NYC this June

New York Music Month returns with 50+ free events focusing on concerts, panels, and artist workshops to celebrate the city's music scene.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Charles Beare obituary

"I memorise not instrument by instrument but the details of a maker's work so that if I see something esoteric coming through the door I might remember another fiddle like it years ago."
Berlin music
#artist-rights
SF music
fromConsequence
4 hours ago

Salt-N-Pepa Sue UMG to Regain Masters, Allege Label "Punished" Them by Pulling Songs from Streaming

Salt-N-Pepa are suing UMG for copyright violations related to their master recordings.
SF music
fromConsequence
4 hours ago

Salt-N-Pepa Sue UMG to Regain Masters, Allege Label "Punished" Them by Pulling Songs from Streaming

Salt-N-Pepa are suing UMG for copyright violations related to their master recordings.
#taylor-swift
SF music
fromBustle
1 week ago

A Taylor Swift Clue Points To An Imminent 'Rep (TV)' Announcement

Taylor Swift fans are speculating about her next project announcement during the 2025 American Music Awards based on clues from her merchandise.
SF music
fromBustle
1 week ago

A Taylor Swift Clue Points To An Imminent 'Rep (TV)' Announcement

Taylor Swift fans are speculating about her next project announcement during the 2025 American Music Awards based on clues from her merchandise.
#live-performance
NYC music
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Kendrick Lamar and SZA's Chemistry Shines on the Grand National Tour: Live Review

Kendrick Lamar and SZA's Grand National Tour combines powerful performances and theatricality, signaling their growing dominance in the music industry.
NYC music
fromKqed
5 hours ago

'SNL' Just Wrapped Its 50th Season: It's Time to Cruelly Rank Its Musical Guests

The 50th season of SNL showcases a mixed variety of musical guests, blending major celebrities with legacy acts.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Kendrick Lamar and SZA's Chemistry Shines on the Grand National Tour: Live Review

Kendrick Lamar and SZA's Grand National Tour combines powerful performances and theatricality, signaling their growing dominance in the music industry.
NYC music
fromKqed
5 hours ago

'SNL' Just Wrapped Its 50th Season: It's Time to Cruelly Rank Its Musical Guests

The 50th season of SNL showcases a mixed variety of musical guests, blending major celebrities with legacy acts.
#album-release
fromWIRED
10 hours ago
Music production

'A Billion Streams and No Fans': Inside a $10 Million AI Music Fraud Case

fromNew York Post
4 days ago
Music

Why Morgan Wallen, back with new album 'I'm the Problem,' is a controversy-proof country sensation: 'A cultural lightning rod'

Music production
fromWIRED
10 hours ago

'A Billion Streams and No Fans': Inside a $10 Million AI Music Fraud Case

Mike Smith and Jonathan Hay achieved brief success with their album 'Jazz (Deluxe)' before it quickly disappeared from the Billboard charts.
Music
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

He's America's Most Popular Musician After Taylor Swift. We Can No Longer Ignore Him.

Morgan Wallen, despite controversies, is a dominant force in music, breaking records and influencing trends.
fromNew York Post
4 days ago
Music

Why Morgan Wallen, back with new album 'I'm the Problem,' is a controversy-proof country sensation: 'A cultural lightning rod'

#the-who
#josh-freese
fromNew York Post
3 days ago
San Francisco Giants

Foo Fighters fire drummer Josh Freese 2 years after he took over for late Taylor Hawkins

fromNew York Post
3 days ago
San Francisco Giants

Foo Fighters fire drummer Josh Freese 2 years after he took over for late Taylor Hawkins

#sean-combs
NYC music
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Jury selection starts in Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial DW 05/05/2025

Sean Combs faces serious charges including sex trafficking, with implications of violence and coercion in his relationships.
fromNew York Post
5 days ago
NYC music

Major pop star name-dropped at Diddy trial, who Cassie says he brought to her 21st birthday where he first kissed her

fromNew York Post
4 days ago
Black Lives Matter

Justin Bieber proclaims he's 'not among' Sean 'Diddy' Combs' victims as rap mogul faces sex-trafficking trial

NYC music
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Jury selection starts in Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial DW 05/05/2025

Sean Combs faces serious charges including sex trafficking, with implications of violence and coercion in his relationships.
fromNew York Post
5 days ago
NYC music

Major pop star name-dropped at Diddy trial, who Cassie says he brought to her 21st birthday where he first kissed her

fromNew York Post
4 days ago
Black Lives Matter

Justin Bieber proclaims he's 'not among' Sean 'Diddy' Combs' victims as rap mogul faces sex-trafficking trial

France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Chart-topping French rapper Werenoi dies aged 31

Werenoi, a prominent French rapper known for multiple chart-topping albums, has died at 31 from reported heart complications.
#entrepreneurship
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago
Travel

Exclusive: Richard Branson on the Simple Item He Always Travels With-and How He Uses It to Make His Hotels, Planes, and Cruises Better

fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
NYC startup

The CEO of Atlantic Records says he decided to bet on himself and start his own company after 'hearing "no" - again and again'

fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago
Travel

Exclusive: Richard Branson on the Simple Item He Always Travels With-and How He Uses It to Make His Hotels, Planes, and Cruises Better

fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
NYC startup

The CEO of Atlantic Records says he decided to bet on himself and start his own company after 'hearing "no" - again and again'

#chris-brown
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Chris Brown remanded in custody over alleged London nightclub attack

Chris Brown faces serious charges after alleged nightclub assault in London.
His case is set to move to Southwark Crown Court.
London music
fromVulture
2 days ago

Chris Brown Charged, in Custody for Alleged 2023 Assault

Chris Brown faces serious legal issues after being arrested for allegedly assaulting a man in London, threatening his upcoming world tour.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Katy Perry not welcome in Vegas after 'complete failure' residency lost luxury hotel money: report

"The residency was a disaster for Resorts World, a complete failure," a source told Paula Froelich of NewsNation.
Los Angeles
#independent-artists
NYC music
fromKqed
4 days ago

At the Indie Auxperience, Musicians Find New Ways to Be Heard

The Indie Auxperience connects artists with industry opportunities, fostering community and professional growth.
#fan-experience
NYC music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Add to playlist: underground pop star Neggy Gemmy and the week's best new tracks

Neggy Gemmy, known for her diverse pop sounds, embodies independent artistry with her upcoming album 'She Comes from Nowhere'.
#eurovision
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
5 days ago

What Eurovision's voting patterns can teach you about European politics

Voting patterns in Eurovision reflect geopolitical and cultural factors, influencing point allocation among countries.
Cultural connections often surpass political tensions in voting behavior among neighboring nations in the contest.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
5 days ago

What Eurovision's voting patterns can teach you about European politics

Voting patterns in Eurovision reflect geopolitical and cultural factors, influencing point allocation among countries.
Cultural connections often surpass political tensions in voting behavior among neighboring nations in the contest.
Black Lives Matter
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Rihanna and The Weeknd champion causes in Africa. The billionaire stakeholder behind their labels faces corruption allegations there

Vincent Bolloré's empire in West Africa faces serious corruption accusations amidst global humanitarian efforts by artists like Rihanna and Bono.
#touring
fromConsequence
1 week ago
Podcast

What It's Like Touring as a Ska Band, with Jeff Rosenstock, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, and Omnigone: Podcast

fromConsequence
1 week ago
Podcast

What It's Like Touring as a Ska Band, with Jeff Rosenstock, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, and Omnigone: Podcast

London music
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago

Field Day festival hit with growing boycott as artists pull out in solidarity with Palestine

Numerous artists are boycotting Field Day festival due to KKR's investments related to the Israel-Palestine conflict.
#the-weeknd
#kanye-west
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
6 days ago

How is Germany responding to Kanye West's 'Heil Hitler' single?

Kanye West's song "WW3" praises Hitler, violating German laws but becoming a viral hit.
The song's lyrics glorify Nazism, provoking condemnation and legal implications in Germany.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Music production

Spotify, SoundCloud struggle to remove Kanye West song glorifying Hitler, which has racked up millions of views on X

fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
Music production

Ye claims streamers banned his new single 'Heil Hitler'

Kanye West's controversial single 'Heil Hitler' faces rejection from streaming platforms, highlighting challenges in his media presence.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
US politics

John Legend says ex-friend Kanye West's 'sad devolution' started after this tragic event

John Legend reflects on Kanye West's decline from a gifted artist to controversial figure with antisemitic views.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
6 days ago

How is Germany responding to Kanye West's 'Heil Hitler' single?

Kanye West's song "WW3" praises Hitler, violating German laws but becoming a viral hit.
The song's lyrics glorify Nazism, provoking condemnation and legal implications in Germany.
Music production
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Spotify, SoundCloud struggle to remove Kanye West song glorifying Hitler, which has racked up millions of views on X

Kanye West's antisemitic song "Heil Hitler" has gained millions of views, raising concerns about content moderation on social media.
Streaming platforms face challenges in removing hate-filled content effectively.
Music production
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Ye claims streamers banned his new single 'Heil Hitler'

Kanye West's controversial single 'Heil Hitler' faces rejection from streaming platforms, highlighting challenges in his media presence.
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Jennifer Lopez suffers brutal facial injury rehearsing for the 2025 AMAs

Lopez thanked Dr. Diamond after her facial injury, stating, "A week later and a whole lotta ice and I'm good as new."
NYC music
Music
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

For songwriter Amy Allen, 'quality time' is the key to writing a hit

Amy Allen, a Grammy-winning songwriter, highlights the difficult landscape of songwriting and the rarity of achieving hit songs.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Who is Gracie Abrams? Paul Mescal and singer spark engagement rumours

"Rumors are swirling that singer Gracie Abrams and Gladiator actor are prepared to take their relationship to the next level, potentially tying the knot soon."
Relationships
Books
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Kid Cudi Announces Summer Release of New Memoir

Kid Cudi's memoir chronicles his personal journey of survival through various struggles, including depression and addiction.
#quincy-jones
LA real estate
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Quincy Jones' sprawling LA megamansion has listed for $60M months after his death

Quincy Jones' Los Angeles estate is listed for just under $60 million following his death, showcasing his artistic vision and architectural collaboration.
fromConsequence
1 week ago

KISS's Gene Simmons on the Death of Rock, Vegas Plans, and 50 Years of Dressed to Kill: Podcast

Gene Simmons reflects on KISS’s journey as four 'unqualified' New Yorkers, expressing disbelief at their rise to stadium headliners despite initial doubts about their talent.
Podcast
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Zach Bryan calls out fellow country singer, takes down duet after being mocked for $350M record deal

Yooo just saw this from an artist I've always respected and supported. Not trying to be dramatic but refuse to have anyone with a problem with me on my records. Replacing Memphis the Blues. If it goes down for a bit just know this is the reason!
Music
US news
fromKqed
1 week ago

Aggressive Immigration Enforcement Makes Musicians Rethink US Tours

International musicians face increasing challenges touring in the U.S. due to strict immigration policies and ongoing uncertainty.
#country-music
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Maren Morris: I never said I'm leaving country music'

Maren Morris faced personal and professional struggles in 2023, ultimately distancing herself from the conservative country music industry.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Maren Morris: I never said I'm leaving country music'

Maren Morris faced personal and professional struggles in 2023, ultimately distancing herself from the conservative country music industry.
Artificial intelligence
fromRAIN News
1 week ago

UK listeners assert the value of human creativity in music (BPI)

Listeners value human creativity in music over AI-generated works.
The public supports regulations for AI's role in the music industry.
#copyright
Music
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

Jimmy Page once again being sued by original "Dazed and Confused" songwriter

Jake Holmes is suing Jimmy Page over copyright infringement related to 'Dazed and Confused', claiming uncredited use in new releases and a documentary.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

SoundCloud changes policies to allow AI training on user content | TechCrunch

Music
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

Jimmy Page once again being sued by original "Dazed and Confused" songwriter

Jake Holmes is suing Jimmy Page over copyright infringement related to 'Dazed and Confused', claiming uncredited use in new releases and a documentary.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

SoundCloud changes policies to allow AI training on user content | TechCrunch

Silicon Valley food
fromVulture
1 week ago

Suzanne Vega on the Best and Weirdest Moments of Her Career

Karlheinz Brandenburg's search for a song led to Suzanne Vega's "Tom's Diner," which became the first MP3 and impacted the music industry.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

The Rolling Stones 'should retire,' fellow rock legend, Sex Pistols' star John Lydon proclaims

Lydon believes The Rolling Stones should retire, while he feels he still has plenty of song ideas and won't stop making music. Despite Lydon's comments, the Stones remain vibrant, recently releasing 'Hackney Diamonds' and touring the U.S. again.
London politics
fromConsequence
1 week ago

Gina Birch announces new album Trouble, shares "Causing Trouble Again"

The record title refers to all the mini revolutions that have occurred in my life, not following the usual paths, falling down holes, making the same mistakes over and over.
Berlin music
fromBustle
1 week ago

Exclusive: LISA Reveals The One 'White Lotus' Theory She Never Believed

I felt like it was about time to try new styles and just explore my boundaries. And then it turned out that I liked everything that I tried.
Fashion & style
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

L.A. hitmaker's red hat led accused killers to mistake him for gang rival, police say

Ray Jacobs, a promising musician, was shot and killed in a case of mistaken identity due to his attire, reflecting ongoing gang violence dynamics.
Black Lives Matter
fromConsequence
1 week ago

Bobby Shmurda addresses canceled tour, booking agent claims he sold only 10 tickets per city

"Nobody's gonna treat your work like it's you except if you got a top pause, done expert, but that happens once in a blue moon because you have money does not make you a boss..."
NYC music
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Bryan Adams to help kick off Departure Festival, a reimagined Canadian Music Week | CBC News

While once catering almost solely to the music industry, this year’s Departure Festival expands its programming to include standup comedy, fashion, and technology.
Toronto startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Drug runs for the Stones, a love triangle with Joni Mitchell: has Chris O'Dell had the music industry's wildest career?

O'Dell didn't just stay at her desk: she joined the Beatles in the studio to sing on the epic climax to 'Hey Jude,' was on the roof of Apple headquarters for their last live show.
London music
NYC music
fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

Rihanna Reveals She's Pregnant With Third Child at 2025 Met Gala

Rihanna announces her third pregnancy with A$AP Rocky at the 2025 Met Gala while showcasing her baby bump.
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

Dinah Jane Said She Was Encouraged To "Tuck" Her Ethnicity "Away" During Her Fifth Harmony Days

Coming from a girl group, we're all super ethnic; we range from all over.
Music production
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

Counting Crows' Adam Duritz on Butter Miracle, The Complete Sweets! and Lost Songs: Podcast

Adam Duritz discusses the significant two-year pause he took from music due to a crisis of confidence, emphasizing how it led to a complete rewrite of songs.
Podcast
fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

Vinyl Me, Please Customers Face Uncertainty as Company Enters Liquidation

"Needless to say this club has been a huge part of my life and ultimately shaped not just my music taste but also the way I enjoy music. To see it ending this way, basically stealing the money of the very people who had supported it over the years, cloaked in silence with no acknowledgment of the inevitable end or what is happening with orders."
Music production
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
2 weeks ago

The celebrity Middlesbrough fan who attempted to recruit X Factor judge

But is Scherzinger still a fan? Arthur laughs as he tells all to FourFourTwo: I was trying to tell her that this is a proper football club, but she asked Where are all of the trophies? The best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week. I said, Don't worry about that I think she's more familiar with American football, but she had a good time!
Liverpool FC
fromRAIN News
2 weeks ago

Mark Mulligan: Mainstream is the new niche

With a slowdown in streaming revenue growth to 6.2% in 2024, the recorded music industry is focusing on superfans to sustain profitability.
SF music
NYC music
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

Doja Cat Seemingly Urged Music Fandoms To Go Outside And Stop Obsessing Over Streams, And Here's How They Reacted

Doja Cat criticized the obsession with streams and charts in music fandoms.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Craig Fitzgerald of The Academic: 'I didn't even know that bear claws was the name of a popular pastry in America until we toured there'

In a remarkable transformation from schoolmates to rock stars, The Academic's success epitomizes the journey of young musicians achieving greatness against the odds.
Music
Music production
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Inside Madison Beer's Stunning $5.9 Million California Pad as She Opens Up About Her Rise and Fall From Fame

Madison Beer reflects on losing her music career dreams after being dropped by her label, realizing she wouldn't become the next 'female Justin Bieber.'
fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

Tennis: Face Down in the Garden

Tennis' new record, Face Down in the Garden, is also their last: After completing the album, they said in a statement, 'It became clear that we had said everything we wanted to say and achieved everything we wanted to achieve with our band.'
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

I don't want to die in a hotel room somewhere': Black Sabbath on reconciling for their final gig and how Ozzy is living through hell

"Six years later, I've still got it on; it comes out this week, with a bit of luck. Antibiotics knock the hell out of you."
London music
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Bruce Springsteen says he's 'given up' on his famous 'Boss' nickname: 'Dogged me my whole life'

I've gotten used to it. I've given up and gotten used to it, I suppose.
NYC music
fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

King Buzzo Catches Us up On His Band the Melvins

I didn't enjoy the company there. I didn't have too many friends... It was depressing and simple-minded and not really my cup of tea.
London music
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