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'Menopause, the Musical' coming to Scranton
Sung to the tune of “Puff the Magic Dragon,” the number “Puff, My God, I'm Draggin” hints that when you get older, you don't have as much energy as you once did. Sung to the tune of “My Guy,” the song…
Drake declares the music industry is 'so cooked' as Billboard U-turns on YouTube streams
Drake has blasted the music industry as 'so cooked' after Billboard performed a dramatic U-turn and welcomed YouTube streams back into its chart calculations. The God's Plan hitmaker shared his reaction after the chart company unveiled a new…
How One Whitney Houston Music Video Changed MTV Forever
Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. MTV launched at midnight on Saturday, Aug. 1, 1981. And the key word there is launched. In the space-themed commercial…
Kawai Musical Instruments 1H Net Y45.00M Vs Loss Y13.00M
Kawai Musical Instruments Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (7952.TO) Japan Half-Year Ended September 30 GROUP 2026 2025 Revenue Y35.92 bln Y35.19 bln Operating Profit (Y86.00 mln) (Y415.00 mln) Pretax Profit Y30.00 mln Y7.00 mln Net Profit Y45.00 mln (Y13.00…
King to appear on Sir Elton John's Rocket Hour radio show on Apple Music
The King and Sir Elton John have recorded an hour-long special episode of the singer's Apple Radio show Rocket Hour, which will air on the monarch's 78th birthday on Saturday. Charles and Sir Elton sat down in secret at the Apple Music Studios in…
Serbia's EXIT music festival plans homecoming after student election victory
Founded by protesting students in Serbia in 2000, the EXIT festival has become one of Europe 's leading music events. It is now preparing a “special edition” next year to mark a homecoming made possible by a new generation of…
Brooklyn's Iconic Domino Sugar Refinery to Host New Music Venue
Domino, a new all-ages 750-capacity venue and creative hub, will open in April 2027 on the Williamsburg waterfront in Brooklyn, New York — located in the iconic, landmarked Domino Sugar Refinery that has been a beacon of the Brooklyn…
Is Robyn pop music's most influential heartbreaker?
Few have had such a lasting and meaningful influence on the typically fickle world of pop music as Robyn. The trailblazing Swedish artist, who plays her first Australian shows in 14 years this month, challenged major label norms, spearheading the…
Billboard Italia Women in Music 2026: A Look at the Evening
On Tuesday (Nov. 10), Milan once again hosted the Italian edition of Billboard Women in Music. Against the elegant backdrop of Vesta Fiori Chiari, Billboard Italia honored the women who have shone in the music scene over the past year and beyond.
Serbia's EXIT music festival plans homecoming after student election victory
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The 12 best gifts for music lovers: headphones, earbuds, stocking fillers and more
Looking for a touch of inspiration ahead of this gift-giving season — specifically for the music-lover in your life? I love that. I want to help you find them a gift they'll love, whether they're embracing the retro wired trend…
Jorge Juarez Accepts the VENU Disruptor Award | Billboard Live Music Summit 2026
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Matt Henry to lead To Sir, With Love musical UK tour
Production News Nov 12, 202611:18 by Hattie Fisk West End performer Matt Henry will lead the cast of To Sir, With Love on the musical's upcoming UK tour Join over 100,000 theatremakers who rely on The Stage for trusted news, reviews, and insight.
Dallas Rapper MO3: His Life and Music Before His Murder
Dallas rapper MO3 built his career on emotional storytelling, melodic street anthems, and a determination to turn his difficult upbringing into something bigger. Before his murder in November 2020, he had become one of North Dallas' most…
Editor's picks for wine, comedy and music events in Central Oregon
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... From noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, you can help Maragas Winery in Culver celebrate 25 years of Legal Zin, its blend of zinfandel, merlot, cabernet Franc and cabernet sauvignon made from grapes grown at Maragas'…
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