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Music industry fends off flood of AI music 'stealing' the charts
Artificial intelligence is stepping into the music industry as artists, producers and songwriters fight to keep the human soul on the airwaves. According to Deezer, a music streaming app, AI-generated music accounts for about 44% of daily music…
After decades in the music industry, Pharrell Williams admits he never stops working: 'If you do what you love everyday, you'll get paid for free'
It's easy to become jaded in a job that's unfulfilling, especially when dreams of a more meaningful career clash with the need for financial stability. But successful entrepreneurs contend that chasing their true ambition inspires them to show up…
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton. Pictured: Bruce…
Fairytales pending: the fringe musicals hoping to live happily ever after
The Edinburgh fringe is mostly where new work is forged but that's not the full picture. Amid all the hot-off-the-press shows are a number of familiar titles that have been around for years yet are only making their professional UK debut now.
Apple TV follows Apple Music with a price hike of its own
Nick Fernandez / Android Authority Apple TV prices are going up, with the monthly rate climbing from $12.99 to $14.99. Annual plans and Apple One bundles are similarly getting increases of their own. Apple's last big price increase was this time…
Dolly Parton's final phone call to music star as she declared 'I'm not done yet
Lainey Wilson has recalled the special message Dolly Parton had for her in their final call before her death. Dolly died aged 80, with her sad passing being announced earlier this week. Her death was confirmed by nephew Bryan Seaver on Instagram…
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…
NCT contributes to Seoul Fashion Week with costumes, runway music
K-pop boy band NCT is bringing both their costumes and music to Seoul Fashion Week 2027 SS runways. The band's involvement is a highlight of the weeklong event aimed at promoting Korean designer brands to global buyers and consumers, hosted by the…
After Awarapan 2, Amaal Mallik Takes A Break From Music
Composer and singer Amaal Mallik has announced a temporary hiatus from music production, citing the need to prioritise his health and well-being. Amaal Mallik has announced a break from music to focus on his health and well-being. He will not be…
It's high-tech theft': As AI music booms, Canadian artists demand consent, transparency and pay
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Dolly Parton defied country music's expectations for women and built a career on her own terms: experts
From the get-go, Dolly Parton was a force to be reckoned with. She challenged social norms, broke barriers for women in country music and ultimately helped redefine what a female country star could be. Throughout her life, Parton — who died…
JENNIE on new music, fan culture, and designing her own life
Jennie is out of time. “Honestly, it's not on my side,” she says with a sense of urgency. It's spring and she's in L.A., where she's been recording new music. “I'm constantly in the studio. My fingers are crossed to have music…
Stirling pub hosts top musical talent as they compete for £5,000 prize
Four emerging Scottish acts will battle it out in Stirling today (Friday) for £5,000 and a place in the UK final of Greene King Untapped, where they could go on to win studio time and exclusive mentoring from McFly's Danny Jones. Following…
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…
New Music Friday: 5 Songs You Need to Hear This Week (8/28)
Happy New Music Friday, friends! We have, yet again, reached the final NMF of the month. What does that mean? Nothing, really. I'm just pointing it out. Before we get into individual songs, I want to encourage you to check out new albums from…
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