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Australian music industry mourning the death of legendary musician
The Australian music industry is in mourning following the death of legendary musician Daniel Hall, aged 48, from the pop-rock band Taxiride. Hall died suddenly on Friday, with his bandmates confirming the London-born guitarist's passing in a…
Phil Collins vows to perform live and record new music after Hall of Fame honour
Phil Collins was brought to tears after being honoured with an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - and then vowed he would be back with new music and live shows. The Genesis drummer and frontman, 75, was among several British acts who…
Efforts to recover unclaimed music royalties gain momentum
Kenny K-Shot had heard established artistes talk about music publishing but had little understanding of how royalties generated by their work were collected or how he could benefit from the system. 'And me being an African artist, I don't know…
Pitch Perfect: The 20 Best Music Schools in the World
Conservatories, typically built around intensive studio training in performance and composition rather than the broad general education requirements of a traditional college, made a strong showing in THR ‘s annual look at the world's best…
Inside the First AI Music Awards, a Chaotic Evening Attempting to Normalize Tech-Assisted Tunes
I knew things were a little off when the first thing I heard on my walk to the AI Music Awards was “the winner…” followed by the sweet voice of Kelly Clarkson. No, Miss American Idol did not abandon her feud with the Brooklyn…
Why isn't there any music played in Costco stores?
I'm a Costco disciple. I can spend an hour or more wandering the aisles, buying quantities of things I didn't know I needed and availing myself of a variety of food samples before having my traditional $1.50 hot dog and drink after checkout. It's…
Veronika Slowikowska Sang Like Streisand in John Mulaney's Latest SNL New York Musical
Any news of an upcoming John Mulaney -hosted Saturday Night Live date invites the question, 'will he gift us with another New York musical?' That question was answered on November 14 when Mulaney and the Season 52 cast starred in 'Central Park…
Are you more of an ambient music enjoyer or theatrical atmosphere appreciator?
When World of Warcraft: Forever's beta first launched, I lamented its long stretches of silence and penchant for ambience over theatrics. I still sort of stand by that, but after spending more time in Azeroth (and discovering the loop music…
Mass Communication: KRCC marks 75 years of music, news and community
In the hours early before the sun rises and people begin to wake, the work at their local news radio station is in full swing, with deadlines fast approaching. The news anchor must determine, sequence, edit and rehearse the latest news, along with…
Taylor Swift Says Humans Are 'Still Winning' at Making Music
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready… Taylor Swift argued that human creativity continues to connect with listeners in ways technology cannot replicate, praising Rosalía and Olivia Dean as examples of artists making music rooted in…
The Best Gifts for Music Lovers That Hit All the Right Notes
We all know someone who is always humming a new song or (not so subtly) strumming an air guitar as they stroll down the street. To these music enthusiasts, moving to the rhythm of the beat is more than a passion — it's second nature. And…
Sony Walkman is making a comeback with a new way to listen to your music streams
Sony's Walkman was one of the defining gadgets of the 1980s, becoming an instant icon and changing the way people listened to music on the move. Now the Japanese technology giant is tapping back into that nostalgia with a new pair of headphones…
The stage manager at the Newcastle City Hall who worked with music legends
Colin Rowell has worked as the stage manager at the Newcastle City Hall, and on the Channel 4 TV show The Tube, and has worked alongside some legends of music in the process. As he is in the midst of writing a book chronicling his incredible…
Xania Monet Wins Artist, Song & Album Honors At AI Music Awards
Xania Monet added three trophies to an AI music career that already includes a record deal and a radio breakthrough. The virtual R&B act won artist, song and album of the year at Friday's AI Music Awards. The November 13 ceremony at The Mayan was…
I felt my soul leave my body with curated spa treatment - the music was the standout
I tried one of Lush Spa's signature treatments I've had a few massages in my time. They've been either painful or ticklish, depending on the spa – but none of that at Lush Spa on London's Oxford Street, where I headed for a late evening…
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