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#billboard-hot-100
fromwww.npr.org
21 hours ago
US news

Has the Billboard Hot 100 caught the Holy Ghost?

Christian musicians are simultaneously charting on the Billboard Hot 100, indicating a noteworthy presence in the mainstream music industry.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 week ago
London music

Drake's "What Did I Miss?" Lands at No. 2 on Billboard Hot 100, Extends Historic Record | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Drake reshaped the music industry with his release strategy and continues to dominate the charts.
His single "What Did I Miss?" achieved unprecedented chart success, reflecting his influence.
#scooter-braun
#kesha
#janes-addiction
fromPitchfork
1 week ago
LA real estate

Jane's Addiction Members Sue Perry Farrell Over Onstage Fight and Canceled Tour

fromPitchfork
1 week ago
LA real estate

Jane's Addiction Members Sue Perry Farrell Over Onstage Fight and Canceled Tour

#creator-economy
fromVulture
3 days ago

What Liam Payne Leaves Behind

Liam Payne reflects on his experience in One Direction, pointing out that they came in third place on The X Factor yet became a significant band despite that. He emphasizes the importance of letting contestants choose their own band members in Building the Band, contrasting his past experience of being put together with other members by judges.
Music
fromPlaybill
3 days ago

Proposed Times Square Casino to Offer Monthly Job Fairs for Broadway Actors and Musicians, If It Gets Approved

"Too often, actors and stage managers are forced to piece together work just to survive between productions. This collaboration with Caesars Palace Times Square creates new opportunities for our members to support themselves without leaving their professional community."
NYC music
fromBerlin Startup Jobs
3 days ago

Job Vacancy: Music Administration Intern (m/f/x) // Tracks & Fields | Internships Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs

Your mission as a music administration intern is to organize music entering the system, get pre-pitch approvals by contacting respective artists and labels, and assist in researching music for projects.
Music
#pop-music
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago
Arts

Is Christianity cool again?

Christian musicians are increasingly charting on the Billboard Hot 100, suggesting a rise in mainstream acceptance of Christian music.
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago
Music

Justin Bieber's Messy, Improbable Masterpiece

Justin Bieber's music has become secondary to his celebrity status characterized by controversies and public scrutiny.
#ozzy-osbourne
fromPitchfork
4 days ago
Music

"Ozzy Forever": Black Sabbath, Elton John, Tom Morello, and Others Pay Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne

fromPitchfork
4 days ago
Music

"Ozzy Forever": Black Sabbath, Elton John, Tom Morello, and Others Pay Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne

#bruce-springsteen
#london
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 days ago
London music

Summer of gigs will boost the economy and show why London is the undisputed capital of music - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London leads the world in music concerts, with major performances from global stars and an influx of music tourists boosting the city's culture and economy.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago
London music

Summer gigs will boost London economy, mayor says

London's economy benefits significantly from concerts by global music stars.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Five Finger Death Punch takes a swing at reclaiming their metal hits, with some inspiration from Taylor Swift

We were not privy to the deal. It was completely behind curtains. That's the annoying part of this. I wish they had a conversation because we could have done a deal together, or maybe we would have bought it. We didn't even get an option. We found out from somebody else.
Music
#los-angeles
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
Los Angeles

'American Idol' Executive and Her Husband Are Shot Dead Inside Their $5 Million Encino Home in Suspected Double Homicide

fromFortune
1 week ago
LA food

'American Idol' music supervisor and husband found dead at LA home, apparent victims of burglary gone wrong

fromSFGATE
1 week ago
Los Angeles

'American Idol' Executive and Her Husband Are Shot Dead Inside Their $5 Million Encino Home in Suspected Double Homicide

fromFortune
1 week ago
LA food

'American Idol' music supervisor and husband found dead at LA home, apparent victims of burglary gone wrong

#gaza
#fan-reactions
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 week ago

Women and Gender-Diverse Artists Will Take Center Stage at This Upcoming Music Festival

Crys Matthews stated, "I am thrice marginalized. I'm a woman, I'm Black, I am also a lesbian," highlighting the multiple barriers women of color and LGBTQ+ people face in the music industry.
LGBT
fromVulture
1 week ago

Could You Identify an AI-Generated Song?

The Velvet Sundown's melodies follow chord progressions, and their songs have rhythm sections that follow along with the bass and drums.
Music
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 week ago

Kim Carnes says JoJo Siwa's 'Bette Davis Eyes' is 'a bit too close' to original

When I first saw my original performance placed side-by-side-and then layered on top of-a new version of 'Bette Davis Eyes,' I can only speak to how it initially struck me. The phrasing, the tone, even the little inflections-it all felt a bit too close.
Music
from99% Invisible
1 week ago

Neil Young's iPod Killer - 99% Invisible

Neil Young's Pono music player, launched in 2015, aimed to provide higher quality audio experiences but ultimately failed to attract a lasting audience.
Music
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
1 week ago

SiriusXM Launches Lower Cost Ad-Supported Plan in Bid to Take on Streaming Audio Giants

"SiriusXM Play presents us with an incredible opportunity to thoughtfully scale our audio service on the road and off to even more listeners across North America."
Digital life
#beyonce
fromFortune
1 week ago
Music

Unreleased Beyonce music on thumb drives stolen out of rental car in Atlanta: police report

fromFortune
1 week ago
Music

Unreleased Beyonce music on thumb drives stolen out of rental car in Atlanta: police report

#creativity
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

David Kaff, Who Played Viv Savage in This Is Spinal Tap, Dies at 79

David always had a kind word and a quick wit that would slay you where you stand. Then he'd make you smile doing it!
Film
#justin-bieber
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Russell Mael of Sparks: How we made 'This Town Ain't Big Enough for Both of Us'

The US frontman revealed that despite their breakthrough hit, he still finds himself using food stamps, showcasing the harsh realities of the music industry.
Music
#authenticity
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago
Music

An "Indie Rock Band" That Appears to Be Entirely AI-Generated Is Making Alarming Amounts of Money on Spotify

fromFuturism
3 weeks ago
Music

An "Indie Rock Band" That Appears to Be Entirely AI-Generated Is Making Alarming Amounts of Money on Spotify

#drake
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
London music

Drake's still relevant - as his famous friends will tell you

Drake headlined London's Wireless festival, performing to over 150,000 people and celebrating different eras of his music.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 weeks ago
Toronto

Drake Returns With "What Did I Miss?" | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Drake's return with the surprise livestream ICEMAN EPISODE ONE and single 'What Did I Miss?' marks a strategic comeback following months of silence.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'We deserve to be heard in the music industry'

Iquao Aluko expressed that people from working class backgrounds have incredible stories and talents, asserting, "We deserve to be heard in the industry." They emphasize the importance of music as storytelling.
London music
#chris-brown
fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

Clipse: Let God Sort Em Out

After 16 years, Pusha T and Malice return with a blockbuster comeback album produced entirely by Pharrell, combining modern sounds with their classic rap style.
Music
#oasis
#mental-health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Music

The lawsuit was my life. Of course I'm writing about it': Hard Life formerly Easy Life on being sued by easyGroup and starting afresh

fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Music

The lawsuit was my life. Of course I'm writing about it': Hard Life formerly Easy Life on being sued by easyGroup and starting afresh

fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

10 songs that were hyperpop before the subgenre was born

SOPHIE's PRODUCT was pivotal in bringing hyperpop into the mainstream.
Arts
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Addison Rae and Grupo Firme among 3,600 invited to join Recording Academy

Addison Rae is considered by many prognosticators to be in the mix for a best new artist nomination at next year's 68th Grammy Awards.
London music
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

Pearl Jam Announce Departure of Drummer Matt Cameron

"After 27 fantastic years, I have taken my final steps down the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam," Cameron said in a statement.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Music trade bodies accuse BBC of arbitrary' changes after Bob Vylan Glastonbury set

The BBC has made arbitrary and disproportionate changes to live music coverage amid concerns after Bob Vylan's performance at Glastonbury, leading to artists calling for a revision of policies.
Music
fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

Mark Lipsitz, Bar/None Records Label Manager, Dies at 62

Mark was a fierce artist advocate and championed the music he discovered, pushing everyone he knew to be the best musician and the best person they could be.
Music
fromRAIN News
3 weeks ago

RAIN Notes: July 2

The reach of four football podcasts among team supporters significantly outperforms shows by established corporations or brands, highlighting the importance of dedicated listener groups.
Music
#generative-ai
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago
London music

AI-Generated Music Is Starting to Crowd Out the Real Stuff on Streaming Platforms

fromFuturism
3 weeks ago
London music

AI-Generated Music Is Starting to Crowd Out the Real Stuff on Streaming Platforms

fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

V&A announces details for David Bowie Centre

The V&A museum will showcase David Bowie's iconic looks, including costumes from his Ziggy Stardust and Aladdin Sane era, starting on 13 September. Visitors can see over 90,000 items, with rotating displays selected by archivists and guest curators.
London music
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Blackpink: The K-pop phenomenon is back on tour DW 07/03/2025

Blackpink has become one of the top pop exports worldwide, embodying a movement, a lifestyle, and a cultural phenomenon since their debut in 2016.
Music
#sex-trafficking
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Give Me a Word: The Collective Soul Story review hyped-up account of nice-guy 90s mainstream rockers

Collective Soul's journey from obscurity to stardom reveals the band's struggles with contracts and the pressures of fame, all while maintaining a sense of camaraderie among members.
Music
fromRAIN News
3 weeks ago

Mark Mulligan: Streaming is both retail and radio. It shouldn't be

Streaming initially seemed like a win-win as former retail consumers switched to subscriptions, but as growth slowed, it became clear streaming couldn’t serve both retail and radio expectations.
Music
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Scooter Braun Is Up to Something New

Braun told staffers on a Monday call that he isn't going anywhere and will still help guide HYBE roster artists, according to The Hollywood Reporter, naming Katseye as one of the projects that Braun will still be involved in.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Warner Music Group announces $170 million in layoffs as part of larger restructuring plan

The plan to "future-proof" the company includes reducing annual costs by roughly $300 million, with $170 million coming from "headcount rightsizing for agility and impact."
Music
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Music fans shell out almost five times more for resale tickets to London's biggest concerts, data show

Prices for London concert tickets are being inflated by hundreds of pounds, with resale tickets listed at up to five times their face value, exemplified by a pair originally sold for £97 now at £1,205.
London music
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Can the music industry make AI the next Napster?

AI is cutting a swath across a number of creative industries - from AI-generated book covers to stories at CNET. The music industry is no exception.
Music
fromItsnicethat
3 weeks ago

In his loud, maximalist artworks, Andrzej G reanimates the 2000s

"While posters are my first love, my creative practice spans across cover art, editorial layouts, branding, and even clothing design."
Design
#live-performance
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Concert tickets are expensive. Here's what could actually make them affordable.

To be a live music fan these days is a roller-coaster experience, where high ticket prices challenge the dedication of fans across the industry.
NYC music
fromCreative Bloq
4 weeks ago

I'm tired of Sabrina Carpenter's album art controversy

Sabrina Carpenter's original album cover for 'Man's Best Friend' faced backlash for its provocative imagery, prompting her to unveil a new 'approved by God' design.
Music
fromConsequence
4 weeks ago

Lizzo Drops New Mixtape My Face Hurts from Smiling

"I did this shit in three motherfucking days, bitch! You're welcome!"
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Victoria Monet

"As a parent, it's hard to miss those pivotal moments. It's important for children to know that there is a purpose behind them. I wanted to offer assurance and relay an important message: Everything will be OK."
Women
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