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Meet The Manager Who Helped Guide Laufey To Superstardom
Max Gredinger, a partner at management firm Foundations, is credited with helping steer singer-songwriter Laufey’s rise from online cover videos to arena-level success. His approach has focused on supporting her distinctive jazz, classical and pop sound while allowing her and her creative team to maintain a strong, Gen Z-centred artistic vision. Laufey’s 2025 album A…
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AI Startup Fairground, Founded by Xumo Creator, to Launch First AI-Exclusive FAST Channel (EXCLUSIVE)
Fairground Entertainment, an AI studio founded by Xumo creator Colin Petrie-Norris, plans to launch what it describes as the first free, ad-supported streaming television channel exclusively for AI-generated films and shows. The move matters because it seeks to give AI creators a curated, large-screen distribution route beyond short social-media clips and traditional industry gatekeepers. Called…
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NewFest & Announces 2026 New Voices Filmmaker Grant Recipients, In Partnership With Netflix
NewFest and Netflix have named five emerging filmmakers as recipients of the 2026 New Voices Filmmaker Grant, supporting directors whose work presents LGBTQ+ stories through varied genres and perspectives. The initiative matters because it provides both funding and professional development to queer filmmakers at an early stage of their careers. Georgia Krause, Star Amerasu, Deborah…
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Watch Snoopy Reflect on His Iconic Red House After It’s Sold in ‘Peanuts’ Special Featuring Allen Stone Song
A new Apple TV Peanuts special, Snoopy Presents: There’s No Place Like Home, sees Snoopy’s red doghouse accidentally sold at a yard sale. The loss prompts Charlie Brown to help him search for it, using the story to explore the idea that home is defined by belonging and emotional safety rather than a building. Billboard’s…
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The rapper Elton John knew would last for decades: “A true poet of his time”
Elton John praised Eminem as a songwriter whose work would endure for decades, calling him “a true poet of his time”. The article argues that John looked beyond the rapper’s deliberately provocative public image and controversial lyrics to recognise his technical skill, honesty and influence. John compared Eminem’s connection with his audience to Bob Dylan’s,…
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The story of NI’s wonderful Wednesday of medals
Northern Ireland enjoyed a highly successful day at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, winning gold, silver and bronze within 109 minutes across athletics and swimming. Kate O’Connor’s heptathlon victory was especially significant, delivering Team NI’s first gold of the Games and its first athletics gold since 1986, while boxing also secured at least four further medals…
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Leakers Beware: All the Music Stars Who Cracked Down, From BTS to Madonna to Ariana Grande
This article outlines how major music artists have used legal action to respond to leaks of unreleased songs and private material, arguing that leaks undermine creative control, release plans and artists’ relationships with fans. – Ariana Grande has sued unnamed hackers, alleging repeated theft and release of unreleased songs, photos and videos since 2011. -…
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Bertie Higgins of ‘Key Largo’ Fame Returns to Billboard’s Adult Contemporary Chart: ‘Write Every Day’
Bertie Higgins, best known for his 1982 hit “Key Largo”, has returned to Billboard’s Adult Contemporary chart for the first time in more than 42 years. His new single “A River” entered at No. 29, marking a notable late-career chart appearance for the 82-year-old singer-songwriter. “Key Largo” reached No. 8 on the Hot 100 and…
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3 Hit Songs From Underdogs That Outshined The Beatles During Beatlemania
During Beatlemania, The Beatles dominated the charts, but several other artists still achieved major hits that matched or surpassed them. The article highlights three songs that demonstrate how jazz, American pop and Motown retained strong commercial appeal despite the British group’s extraordinary popularity. Louis Armstrong’s “Hello, Dolly!” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100…
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Sesame Street Recruits Post Malone For Storm Special, Releases Chappell Roan Potty Parody
Sesame Street has recruited Post Malone and comedian Michelle Buteau for Storm On Sesame Street, a special about preparing for and recovering from a major storm. Premiering on Netflix and PBS Kids on 3 August, it matters as part of the programme’s continuing use of popular musicians to present practical messages for children. In a…