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No Name Music Industries hopes to reenergize Indy punk scene
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Indianapolis-based No Name Music Industries is looking to reenergize the indie punk rock scene. The self-described “full-service live music production company” launched this summer with a full lineup of…
Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats musical returns to Hong Kong, with a Cantonese twist
Once a year, the Jellicle cats gather for their annual ball, and this year, Hong Kong is the stage. Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical Cats is touring the world once more, making a stop in the city for the first time since 2018. With a…
How we might hear new Dolly Parton music in the future
Dolly Parton's classics like 'Jolene' and '9 to 5' will live on long after her death, but will we get new music from the Queen of Country as well? SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Her own interviews indicate there is more to come. At least one tune…
Emma Thompson's new Nanny McPhee musical to debut in London next year
Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for exclusive competitions, offers and theatre ticket deals I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. A new musical adaptation of Nanny McPhee…
How Each Music Listening Platform Is Treating AI Music (Updating)
Spotify is attempting to tackle the negative uses of AI music, while leaving the door open for users to enjoy the songs if they want to. Last year, the service announced policies against spam, impersonation and streaming fraud — all of which…
Mali music star Salif Keïta cancels South African concerts over 'xenophobic violence
Andalou Agency via Getty Images The decision by world-famous Malian musician Salif Keïta to stop touring in South Africa over what he called 'xenophobic violence' has been met with disappointment by the province hosting a festival he was due…
Mali music star Salif Keïta cancels South African concerts over 'xenophobic violence
Andalou Agency via Getty Images Damian Zane, Alfred Lasteck, BBC Africa, Dar es Salaam and Thomas Naadi, BBC Africa, Accra The decision by world-famous Malian musician Salif Keïta to stop touring in South Africa over what he called 'xenophobic…
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[INTERVIEW] HYPNOSIS THERAPY wants to bring riches to Korea's underground music scene
“You can become rich through subculture.” Rapper Jjangyou delivered the line with the unvarnished confidence that has become central to HYPNOSYS THERAPY's music: abrasive and determinedly unafraid of excess. For the Seoul-based duo of…
Never Miss A Happy Musical Accident Again
US BUFFR 1.0 retrospective recorder captures the synth phrase between takes 28/08/26 Matari Audio has been in touch to tell us about BUFFR 1.0 which they say captures the synth phrase between takes. Here's the story in their own words... The…
Find Out When the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards Finalists Will Be Revealed
The journey to the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards is about to begin. The finalists for the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards will be announced on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 5 p.m. ET during a live broadcast on the “Telemundo…
The Best Hilton Hotels for a Music-Filled Nashville Staycation
If you're a live music lover, and staycation enthusiast, then there's no place to explore the robust live music scene and rich music history than Nashville, Tennessee. The city offers a wonderful blend of Southern charm and hospitality with a…
Country music star Riley Green keeps cooking with new single 'That's Just Me' from upcoming album
Riley Green released another guaranteed hit. Green has turned into a monster country music star over the past couple years, and his rise has been incredible to watch unfold. The 'Jesus Saves' singer also isn't slowing down. Green's new album…
Jazz Kissa: When Listening to Music Becomes an Art
Light casts shadows through the glass, falling across a vinyl record spinning at a steady 33 rpm. The crackle of the needle settling into the grooves awakens analogue sound – imperfect, but that's why people love it. In our fast-paced world…
'Nanny McPhee' Musical Written by Emma Thompson to Open in London Next Summer
“ Nanny McPhee ” is coming to the West End. A new musical based on the character and penned by Emma Thompson — who starred in and wrote the screenplay for the beloved 2005 film and its sequel — is set to world premiere…
Dolly Parton changed country music by refusing to play by its rules
Dolly Parton has sung disco, pop, bluegrass and even metal – but for all her genre-hopping, she has always come back to country. From the disco bop of Baby I'm Burnin' to the metal-influenced Bygones, featuring Judas Priest's Rob Halford…
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