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Music Industry Moves: WME Promotes Rob Markus to Head of International Music Team; A2IM Ups Lisa Hresko to COO
WME has named Rob Markus Head of International for the agency's contemporary music team. The announcement was made by Lucy Dickins, Global Head of Contemporary Music and Touring, and Kirk Sommer, Global Co-Head of Contemporary Music and Touring. In…
84-Year-Old Legend Paul Anka Shares Longevity Tips for Personal Health & the Music Industry: 'You Gotta Write'
He may be 84, and his biggest hits are older — in some cases considerably — than the average user. But TikTok has a fan in Paul Anka. That's because his songbook, including “Put Your Head on My Shoulder,” “My…
Supreme Court to Hear Copyright Battle Over Online Music Piracy
The Supreme Court will hear arguments on Monday in a closely watched copyright clash testing whether internet providers can be held liable for the piracy of thousands of songs online. Leading music labels and publishers who represent artists…
The 'Race Against Time' to Save Music Legends' Decaying Tapes
Much of America's musical heritage is stored on artists' studio tapes. But as they age, many of those reels are slowly deteriorating … … putting work by 20th-century masters like Bob Dylan, Fleetwood Mac and Bruce Springsteen at risk.
Paddington The Musical escapes the uncanny valley
I didn't think a puppet could move me, but when the onstage ensemble parted to reveal Paddington under the Savoy Theatre's spotlights, it was game over. I teared up; he stared back, glassy-eyed, because his eyes are made of glass. Standing at just…
Supreme Court Questions $1 Billion Music Piracy Suit Against Cox
The US Supreme Court weighed giving internet providers a stronger shield from legal liability when customers pirate copyrighted works, questioning a $1 billion music industry copyright lawsuit against Cox Communications Inc. Hearing arguments in…
Paddington: The Musical gets rave reviews from critics
Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.com READ MORE: PATRICK MARMION reviews Paddington's opening night Paddington: The Musical has received a series of glowing reviews from critics after its official opening in theatres over the weekend. The…
When Is Apple Music Replay 2025 Coming Out? Here's The Likely Release Date
The Apple Music logo is seen in this photo illustration on 23 November, 2023 in Warsaw, Poland. (Photo by Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Apple Music listeners, the moment you've been waiting for all year is almost here. When is Apple Music…
I think music is the cheapest thing to do - Kwaisey Pee
Highlife musician Kwaisey Pee has stated that he believes the music industry has become significantly easier and cheaper to operate in compared to the past, largely due to advancements in technology and social media. Speaking in a recent interview…
Supreme Court to hear Cox Communications music piracy case
Dec. 1 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court was set to hear arguments Monday on a case questioning the extent to which Internet service providers are responsible for policing music piracy. The case pits Cox Communications against Sony Music…
ANU backflips on School of Music closure
Australian National University has reversed a proposed dismantling of its School of Music following an outcry from the arts community. The Canberra institution announced on Tuesday that a proposed School of Creative and Cultural Practice, which…
Paddington musical in the West End is practically paw-fect, say theatre critics
Paddington is brought to life with state-of-the-art animatronics: James Hameed is his voice and remote puppeteer, while Arti Shah is under his furry skin on stage (puppet design by Tahra Zafar). The Brown family are recognisable from the…
Capitol Tea: Burchett teases musical guest for 15-minute Christmas party
“I'm thinking maybe we'll get somebody to come in from Tennessee, if I can,” Burchett told me. “I'm working on it, but we'll see.” Burchett, who represents Knoxville, the cradle of country music, was tight-lipped about…
Sir Ruel: Music comes naturally for me
Music is life and the sky is the limit. He is Chad Bowen, known by virtually everyone as Sir Ruel, a sweet-singing calypsonian from the House of Soca. He credits the tent with shaping his musical prowess, and for that he expressed profound…
Here Are the Best Photos From Billboard Italia Women in Music 2025
The second edition of Billboard Italia Women in Music took place on Nov. 25, 26 and 28 in Milan, at the new cultural hub called UFO, home to Billboard Italy's headquarters, which for the occasion transformed into the Women in Music House. Following…
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