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Greggs customers spend more if store is playing classical music
He may be one of the world's best-selling musicians – but you might not find Phil Collins 's songs playing in Greggs. For it appears that customers of the high street bakery chain might be less inclined to part with their cash if they are…
Iggy Azalea Swears Off Returning to Music: 'I Don't Want ...
Iggy Azalea is sticking to her decision: she's done with rapping. The former rapper, and now cryptocurrency entrepreneur, reiterated on Instagram that she has no interest in reentering the music industry. On Friday (November 28), the 'Fancy' artist…
How Red Bull Leveraged Asake's Sound To Showcase A Cross-Genre Music Event
Asake performs at Red Bull Symphonic in Brooklyn, New York, USA on November 8, 2025. Drew Gurian / Red Bull Content Pool With dancers, talking drums, and sweeping orchestration, Asake's Red Bull Symphonic debut delivered a fusion of African sound…
Shawn Levy Teases the Music of 'Star Wars: Starfighter
Just before the holiday weekend, Shawn Levy shared some new details about Star Wars: Starfighter, specifically its score. The music of the franchise has been some of the most iconic, largely thanks to the efforts of John Williams. For the new film…
Iggy Azalea Says She Has 'No Interest' in Returning to Music
Iggy Azalea is officially closing the door on her rap career. The Australian-born artist, who has shifted her focus to entrepreneurial and digital ventures in recent years, reaffirmed that she does not plan to return to the music industry. The…
Author says he's 'effectively retired' so he can start music career
Sprawled on the airport floor, a middle-aged man lies bleeding. As the wound from his face stains the cold concrete crimson, he looks up and finds himself staring down the barrel of a gun: he is surrounded by heavily armed guards threatening to…
Everything We Loved in Music This Week: November 30
This Thanksgiving week, we were graced with a solid scope of music headlines, ranging from Uzi going indie to Kenny Beats becoming Kenneth Blume. The release lineup spanned solid longform projects from Ferg, SWAVAY, MAVI, Zukovstheworld, and Pink…
97 percent of people struggle to identify AI music, but it's not as bad as it seems
The people demand transparency. The people demand transparency. Image: Cath Virginia / The Verge Terrence O'Brien is the Verge's weekend editor. He has over 18 years of experience, including 10 years as managing editor at Engadget. Streaming…
FKA Twigs: Embracing Honesty Through Music and Art
Delving into the world of avant-garde music and the truth she holds dear, FKA Twigs stands out as a pioneering force in the music industry. Known for her unique blend of sounds and heartfelt lyrics, she is a testament to the power of vulnerability…
This underrated music streaming service is shockingly good for playlists
You probably start your day the same way many of us do: reach for your phone and instinctively tap the green circle for Spotify, or the red notes for YouTube Music or Apple Music. The music streaming wars effectively ended years ago for most…
Ryan Cabrera Reacts to Ashlee Simpson's Music Return, Vegas Shows
Ryan Cabrera is singing his praises for ex-girlfriend Ashlee Simpson 's new chapter of music. “Everybody's excited for that. I mean, all of my friends are hitting me up going, ‘Hey, I was gonna go to Vegas. Do you think we can go see…
Indian music centre fails with last-ditch attempt to stop parking changes
A renowned Indian cultural centre in West Kensington has failed in its last-ditch attempt to delay the rollout of new parking restrictions that it claims will threaten its future. The Bhavan had sought legal action to halt Hammersmith and Fulham…
In Punta Mita, a New Music Series Brings Harmony to This Four Seasons Resort
To be sure, there are plenty of scenic venues where you can see your favorite artists perform, but few places can beat the intimacy and beauty of Naviva, a Four Seasons Resort in Punta Mita, Mexico, where artists have been popping up this year for…
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'I visited the Austrian region famous for The Sound of Music
Austria is a popular holiday destination all year round thanks to its beautiful summers, stunning autumn, perfect skiing winters and its rich history and culture. While people are likely to visit the country's capital city of Vienna on their…
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