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Music Industry Moves: Dawn Richard, Valerie June to Perform at Libera Indie Awards; Universal Music Expands Mental-Health Initiatives
R&B-pop artist Dawn Richard, singer-songwriter Valerie June, Nigerian guitar innovator Mdou Moctar and electronic artist Porches will perform at the 2026 Libera Awards, the Foundation for Independent Music and the American Association of…
Lizzo hits out at 'racist and fatphobic' algorithms for 'destroying the music industry' and her album promo
Lizzo has hit out at “racist” and “fatphobic” algorithms for “destroying the music industry” and hampering her album promotion. The singer is preparing to release her third studio album ‘ Bitch ' on…
Hotels Are Turning To Music To Increase Loyalty & Bookings
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 16: (Exclusive Coverage) Lady Gaga performs during the kick off of The MAYHEM Ball tour at T-Mobile Arena on July 16, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Live Nation) Kevin Mazur/Getty Images…
Lizzo declares social media algorithms are 'destroying the music industry
Lizzo has slammed social media algorithms for 'destroying the music industry'. The 38-year-old singer-and-rapper said the way different platforms function is causing problems when it comes to promoting her third studio album, B****, which drops on…
Why Music Has the Power to Heal
An often-overlooked truth about healing is that it occurs only in states of safety. Human beings break down under sustained threat. When the nervous system detects danger—whether physical, emotional, social, or mental—the body…
Pete Townshend's Music Catalog and Other Rights Acquired by Primary Wave Music in Nine-Figure Deal
Pete Townshend — Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, solo artist and legendary main songwriter for the Who — has partnered with powerhouse publisher Primary Wave Music in a nine-figure deal that sees the company acquiring certain music…
Granger Smith says fame can become 'poison' after leaving country music for ministry
Granger Smith is embarking on a new chapter. The singer, who left country music in 2023 to focus on ministry at his local church outside Austin, Texas, exclusively told Fox News Digital that his new book, 'Poison in the Well,' will be published…
Billy Idol Set For American Music Awards' Lifetime Achievement Honor
Billy Idol, the recently announced 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 52nd American Music Awards in recognition of “his incomparable career, body of work, and unparalleled…
Billy Idol to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at American Music Awards
Billy Idol is set to be honored with a lifetime achievement award at the American Music Awards on May 25, the show's producer Dick Clark Productions announced on Thursday. Idol joins other stars like Diana Ross and Rod Stewart in receiving the…
SA music streams generate over R500m on Spotify
Spotify says it recognises African music as a global cultural force. (Image source: 123RF) South African music artists generated over R504 million on Spotify in 2025, according to the Swedish audio streaming and media service provider. In its Loud…
Latin Music Icon Residente On 'Porto Rico' With Bad Bunny
Puerto Rico's native son, René Pérez Joglar, better known as Residente to his legions of fans, has dominated the music industry for decades — and now he's looking to disrupt Hollywood. Residente, a four-time Grammy and 29-time…
By the Numbers: How much Americans are spending to see live music - and what they're doing to afford it
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Where to Eat Near LA's Most Popular Music Venues and Concert Halls
Pre- or post-show dining options abound around the Hollywood Bowl, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and more Mona Holmes is an editor at Eater Southern California/Southwest, a regular contributor at KCRW radio, and a 2022 James Beard Award nominee. Los…
How Drew Afualo Prepared for Billboard Women in Music with Yahoo Mail with Planner
This article was created in partnership with Yahoo. Billboard Women in Music 2026 was a stunning testament to the power of women supporting women across the music industry, including the artists, executives, and the teams who move culture. Just ask…
Pete Townshend Sells Name, Image, and Music Rights in New Deal: Reports
The Who' s Pete Townshend has reached a deal with Primary Wave that will focus on the English rocker's name, image and likeness. Although the band's co-founder previously sold his publishing and other interests to Spirit Music for a reported $100…
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