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Why music festivals are adapting to survive rising costs
Rachel Candlin,West of Englandand As music festivals continue to either be cancelled or face an uncertain future as costs rise, organisers have said they are having to adapt to survive. Fuel prices increasing due to ongoing tensions in the Middle…
Why music festivals are adapting to survive rising costs
Marcus Boothe, West of England, Rachel Candlin, West of England and Onyi Ubadigha, West of England As music festivals continue to either be cancelled or face an uncertain future as costs rise, organisers have said they are having to adapt to…
A converted church in rural Pennsylvania is becoming an incubator for Amish roots music
Conrad Fisher's musical journey has taken him from an Amish country upbringing in Pennsylvania to Nashville and back. These days, the singer-songwriter has been making videos and recordings of musicians with Amish and Mennonite roots —…
These open-backs prove that you don't need two sets of cans for gaming and music
Have you heard of 'deinfluencing'? It's a popular social media trend where content creators advise their followers against buying overhyped or unnecessary products in a bid to combat excessive consumerism. My job, as a reviews writer, oftentimes…
From a cockatoo's music taste to a hungry moggie - your pet queries answered
HE is on a mission to help our pets . . . and is here to answer YOUR questions. Sean, who is the head vet at tailored pet food firm tails.com, has helped with owners' queries for ten years. He says: “If your pet…
SNL Returns Tonight with Host/Musical Guest Olivia Rodrigo: Preview
Posted in: NBC, Peacock, TV | Tagged: saturday night live, snl SNL returns with host/musical guest Olivia Rodrigo. Here's a look at tonight's show, Rodrigo's previous appearances, and much more. NBC's Saturday Night Live is back tonight, with the…
After 35 years of music shapeshifting, Beck embraces his orchestral era
Beck Hansen, better known as mononymous musical chameleon Beck, has always been interested in symphonic work. 'I was going to see orchestras from a young age,' he says. 'I was that kid who'd get the student ticket and go in the cheap seats.' It…
This is what live music is all about' - Puressence in Manchester reviewed
Not a note has been strummed by the reunited and reinvigorated Puressence as they take to the stage at the Manchester Academy before a gruff-voiced fan yells out: 'Best live band in the world.' Few in this audience would disagree as the Manchester…
Post Malone Cancels First 3 Weeks of His Tour Due to Unfinished Music
Watch: Post Malone Shares Rare Update on His 3-Year-Old Daughter With Ex-Fiancée Jamie Park Post Malone isn't leaving fans in the dust, but they may have to wait a little longer to see him in concert. The 'Sunflower' singer announced he's…
Beloved UK pub suddenly closes - 'best live music in the country'
An award-winning pub and live music venue has announced its shock closure An award-winning pub and live music venue has announced its shock closure. The Monarch Bar on James Street in Dunfermline, Scotland, had remained shut for at least a week…
Kim Kardashian's Daughter North West Goes Full Gothic in Her Music Video Debut
Over the past year, Kim Kardashian's daughter North West has fully embraced her edgy style, donning controversial piercings and gothic looks (even at her worrying Coachella appearance). And now, she's gone full gothic for her music video debut.
'It's been really humbling' - Hull singer on people's response to his music
A Hull singer who writes and records music when he is not working full-time for a finance company was thrilled by the response to his last track. Graham Duffill, who records as Mandatory Volunteers, accompanied “a light in the noir”…
This Vampire Musical Is My Favorite New Show on Broadway-It's Scary Good
New York City theater is on fire right now. Whether we're talking about Broadway offerings like the fabulous new revival of The Rocky Horror Show or the award-winning Just in Time, or lesser-known (but equally as good) Off-Broadway options like…
Music lovers 'never going back to AirPods' after discovering £17 alternative
When summer holiday season arrives, a quality pair of headphones becomes essential, whether for lengthy flights or unwinding to your favourite music poolside. And Amazon customers have been rushing to purchase a bestselling pair that competes with…
Woman nabbed for wielding knife at Rain Rave Water Music Festival in KL
Sign up now: Get insights on the biggest stories in Malaysia Published May 03, 2026, 02:40 PM PETALING JAYA – A woman carrying a knife has been arrested after she was tackled by the crowd during the Rain Rave Water Music Festival on the…
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