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bbc.co.uk - Evie Lake - Newcastle electronic music venues still struggling despite growth
Newcastle electronic music venues still struggling despite growth
BBC

Evie Lake North East and Cumbria The electronic music scene in Newcastle is experiencing a boom, outpacing London with a 72% year-on-year growth, according to a new report. But venues on the ground say they are still struggling under the weight of…

buzzfeed.com - Samantha Wieder - 22 Things To Carry Around If You're Going To A Music Festival This Year
22 Things To Carry Around If You're Going To A Music Festival This Year
BuzzFeed

Going to a music festival is all fun and games — until you realize the logistics of camping, hot weather (or in some cases, rain and mud), and the physical toll it can all take on your body. A hydration pack is one festival essential that…

thesun.co.uk - David Facey - Trump dreaming if he thinks Tiger will be at Masters and face music over crash
Trump dreaming if he thinks Tiger will be at Masters and face music over crash
The Sun

SO DONALD TRUMP thinks Tiger Woods will be in Augusta next week — but won't be teeing it up in the Masters. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy You'll now receive top stories, breaking news, and more, straight to…

mirror.co.uk - Paige Ingram, Carla Feric Press Association Entertainment Reporter - David Beckham shares true thoughts on son Cruz's music career amid family feud
David Beckham shares true thoughts on son Cruz's music career amid family feud
The Mirror

Football legend Sir David Beckham has declared he is 'very proud' of his son Cruz's blossoming music career. The 21 year old has followed in the footsteps of his mum, Spice Girl Victoria Beckham, stepping into the spotlight as the frontman of Cruz…

vice.com - Caleb Catlin - Kanye West Features Fake Michael Jackson in New 'Father' Music Video With Travis Scott
Kanye West Features Fake Michael Jackson in New 'Father' Music Video With Travis Scott
VICE

Kanye West has always had a deep affinity for Michael Jackson. He's referenced him numerous times on songs like “ Slow Jamz ” and “ Knock You Down” by Keri Hilson. He even had a full-blown meltdown about it on “…

cbsnews.com - Abby  Dodge - As Ultra Music Festival kicks off, Miami residents living nearby are expressing concerns about traffic, noise
As Ultra Music Festival kicks off, Miami residents living nearby are expressing concerns about traffic, noise
CBS News

As tens of thousands of electronic music fans descend on downtown Miami for the Ultra Music Festival this weekend, some residents living near Bayfront Park say the celebration comes at a cost they bear year after year. Visitors from more than 100…

the-sun.com - David Facey - Trump dreaming if he thinks Tiger will be at Masters and face music over crash
Trump dreaming if he thinks Tiger will be at Masters and face music over crash
The US Sun

SO DONALD TRUMP thinks Tiger Woods will be in Augusta next week — but won't be teeing it up in the Masters. Not a chance in hell of either. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy You'll now receive top stories, breaking…

ukathletics.com - Cats Upset No. 17 Vanderbilt, Sweep Music City Doubleheader
Cats Upset No. 17 Vanderbilt, Sweep Music City Doubleheader
UK Athletics

NASHVILLE – Kentucky (14-9, 4-6 SEC) won a pair of matches at the Currey Tennis Center in Nashville on Friday, sweeping Austin Peay (4-10, 0-0 ASUN) before securing a 4-1 road upset over No. 17 Vanderbilt (14-8, 4-6 SEC). With the victory…

odt.co.nz - Pianist offering classical music but with twist
Pianist offering classical music but with twist
Otago Daily Times Online News

With a modern twist on Bach and Vivaldi and a love of re-imagined film music, international pianist and composer Daniel Verstappen returns to New Zealand with a national tour spanning the North and South Islands and plans to record a new album in…

manchestereveningnews.co.uk - Dianne Bourne - We took stage in National Lottery's Big Night of Musicals with theatre legends
We took stage in National Lottery's Big Night of Musicals with theatre legends
Manchester Evening News

TV viewers will get to watch some of the biggest stars in musical theatre on Saturday night as the National Lottery's BIg Night of Musicals makes its grand return to screens. And for a host of young Greater Manchester dancers it was also an…

billboard.com - Isabela Raygoza - CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso Bring 'Free Spirits' to Life in NYC & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music
CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso Bring 'Free Spirits' to Life in NYC & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music
Billboard

From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music. Here's what happened in the Latin music world this week. See latest videos, charts…

bbc.co.uk - Naj Modak - Support helps young musicians 'play and get paid
Support helps young musicians 'play and get paid
BBC

Naj ModakNorth East and Cumbria A teenage musician inspired by Sam Fender has said a scheme to help young people into careers in the arts has given him hope and the chance 'to just go out and play and get paid'. Eighteen-year-old Callum O'Neil from…

techradar.com - Rowan Davies - I went to Spotify's new Listening Lounge in London, and its bespoke audio setup is a reminder that stereo is forever - and I just know music fans are going to love it
I went to Spotify's new Listening Lounge in London, and its bespoke audio setup is a reminder that stereo is forever - and I just know music fans are going to love it
TechRadar

What do you get when you combine Spotify 's lossless audio with an ambient interior and a killer stereo setup fit for only the most prestigious listening sessions? You get the new Spotify Listening Lounge, of course — which I had the…

mirror.co.uk - Daniel Bird - Nile Rodgers shares moment which left him utterly speechless after career 'wish
Nile Rodgers shares moment which left him utterly speechless after career 'wish
The Mirror

For many, a hit record is all but a dream, but for Nile Rodgers, it's very much a reality. With a career spanning over five decades, it's fair to say that Rodgers, 73, is perhaps one of the most decorated musicians in history. Having sold over 500…

chroniclelive.co.uk - Simon Duke - New underground live music bar opens in Newcastle as local legends perform
New underground live music bar opens in Newcastle as local legends perform
Chronicle Live

If you're on the look out for a new place to try in Newcastle and love nothing more than a night out that involves some quality live music, you're in luck. As now you'll be able to head underground to check out the city's newest bar, Rebel Yell.

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