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Why Australia's music industry banned AI music in chart listing | Explained
The story so far: Australia's music industry body—the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA)—on August 25 banned songs wholly made using AI, noting such tracks will be ineligible for listing on its charts. The announcement…
Birmingham music festival celebrates 20 year anniversary
The Moseley Folk festival takes place this weekend with headliners Kingfishr, Super Furry Animals, and The Dead South all set to wow the crowds. The event, which has become a staple in the Midlands music diary, first appeared in 2006. It takes…
Stella Lefty's rise says more about the music business than the 'nepo baby' discourse
The first time I heard Stella Lefty's name, the very next thing I learned was that her father is a billionaire. It's true: The rising pop-country star is the daughter of Eric Lefkofsky, who cofounded Groupon in the aughts and is the CEO of the…
Loving husband remembers his wife through music
“The feeling of a lifetime, will take you by surprise. “Completely change the universe, before your very eyes. “The feeling of a lifetime will never let you go … Musician and songwriter Vernon Jones of Pittston wrote…
Prince's estate hit back as 'concerns' raised over use of AI in posthumous music
Prince's estate has spoken out following concerns over his music. The estate recently released Prince's fourth posthumous album, a decade after the musician died. The musician tragically died on April 21, 2016, aged just 57. He was found…
This Artist Earns Over $300,000 a Year Making Music In Camping Vans and Sailboats
Last December, Griff Washburn put down his guitar, picked up a shotgun and went out to hunt his first bird. He hiked more than 15 miles through the eastern part of Oregon in the morning. That afternoon, he managed to drop a grouse from 30…
This Keepsake Dolly Parton Coin Is a Golden Tribute to the 'Queen of Country Music
Dolly Parton is being commemorated on a collectible coin honoring the Queen of Country and her impact on the music industry. Available now on Amazon, the Dolly Parton coin is made from a heavyweight zinc alloy with distressed, gold-tone plating.
Gavin Adcock's new song 'One Hell Of A Steal' has country music fans fired up with excitement
Gavin Adcock released another song early Friday for his fans. Adcock has built an incredibly loyal and cult-like following in the country music world over the past couple years. His music is kind of a blend between outlaw country and country rock.
New Country Music Books to Read This Fall
For music fans who want to go beyond the songs, albums and concerts, music books can make an excellent option, providing behind-the-scenes accounts of the music industry and deeper explorations of music history, offering context and perspectives…
Ryan Reynolds Has Thoughts on the 1980s (and I Respond With Music Videos)
I can't claim that this is remotely important but it caught my attention anyway. Ryan Reynolds gave a red carpet interview where he talked about his feelings about the 1980s being 'a brutal, brutal time' for everyone. Here's the clip. Ryan Reynolds…
Forge Music Group Officially Launches: 'Our Job Is to Bring Extraordinary People Together and Let Them Create'
Four music industry pros — Matt Geffen, Ben Schecter, Charlie Perl and Tim Jordan — have officially launched the new multi-sector entertainment company Forge Music Group. Comprised of Forge Management, Forge Records and Forge…
Suno Kills Controversial Mary J. Blige Ad Where She Seems to Endorse the AI Music Generator (EXCLUSIVE)
Legendary R&B singer Mary J. Blige was on the receiving end of a barrage of online abuse after the release late last month of a video advertisement circulated by AI music generator Suno, in which she is seen seemingly collaborating and responding…
Short List: Music - The Stranger
We're a music city, baby! But the talent runs way deeper than the excellent indie/rock/punk canon you may already know and love. Whether reimagining hip-hop, composing for film, pushing electronic music into places no synth has gone before, or…
Alice + Olivia's New Clothing Collection Is a Love Letter to Music Icons
Fashion brand Alice + Olivia is once again venturing into the world of music with its latest Legends Capsule. The new drop includes tees, tanks, and sweaters inspired by some of the most iconic acts of all time, including The Rolling Stones, Guns…
Suno Scraps Mary J. Blige Ad After Making It Seem Singer Endorsed the AI Music Platform
Suno is pulling an advertisement featuring Mary J. Blige appearing to co-sign the controversial AI music platform, as Blige herself never approved the advertisement in the first place. In the ad, Blige is seen in a studio with a music producer who…
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