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Music covers the people, performances and recordings that shape what we hear, from classic rock and pop to newer artists and regional industries. It also includes the stories behind songs, albums, tours and the creative choices that give them lasting appeal.

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For readers, music offers both discovery and connection: a chance to find new voices, revisit familiar favourites and understand how artists build their work and careers. Disputes over samples, reunions and the changing business of entertainment show how creativity, money and cultural influence intersect.

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In 2011, Margot Robbie used her real accent onscreen for the last time. 15 years later, she’s scared to try

  • Robbie last used her Australian accent onscreen in 2011.
  • She declined to use it in her latest film.
  • She says accents help her inhabit a character.

Margot Robbie says she is hesitant to act in her Australian accent, despite being invited to use it in Kogonada’s film *A Big Bold Beautiful Journey*. She worries she may have forgotten how, and says accents help her hide within a character. Robbie last used her real accent…

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In 1978, Wings were on the brink of collapse, but they still managed one final number one

  • Wings reached number one with ‘With a Little Luck’ in 1978.
  • Jimmy McCulloch and Joe English had left by the release of *London Town*.
  • The hit came as the band’s fortunes were declining.

Wings were nearing a break-up in 1978 after guitarist Jimmy McCulloch had been fired and drummer Joe English left. Despite the turmoil, the band scored one final number one with ‘With a Little Luck’, a success that marked the end of their run at the top. The song…

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ADAM DUTKIEWICZ Already Has Enough Material For Second BURN ETERNAL Album

  • BURN ETERNAL’s debut album is due in February 2027.
  • Dutkiewicz says there is enough material for a second record.
  • Jones wrote most of the debut’s lyrics and vocal melodies.

Adam Dutkiewicz says he already has enough material for a second BURN ETERNAL album, the project he formed with former KILLSWITCH ENGAGE singer Howard Jones. The news suggests the pair intend to continue working together after their long-delayed debut arrives. The self-titled first album is due on 26…

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In 1985, Stevie Nicks stormed out of the studio. Tom Petty kept the song she left behind

  • Nicks gave Petty the song after storming out of the studio.
  • “Don’t Come Around Here No More” was written by Dave Stewart.
  • Nicks later accepted that Petty’s vocal suited the track.

In 1985, Stevie Nicks left a studio session after hearing Tom Petty sing on “Don’t Come Around Here No More”, a song Dave Stewart had written for her. Angry that Petty had recorded a vocal, she told him to keep the track and walked out; Petty later released…

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How professional wrestling convinced David Fincher that ‘Fight Club’ was doomed: “That’s when I knew”

  • Fox advertised *Fight Club* during wrestling programmes.
  • The film earned $37 million domestically against a $65 million budget.
  • Fincher said the campaign obscured its satirical intent.

David Fincher said Fox’s decision to advertise *Fight Club* during World Wrestling Federation programmes convinced him the film was “doomed”. The campaign presented the 1999 satire as a macho fight film, risking confusion about a story that was intended to criticise consumer culture and disaffected masculinity. The film…

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3 Timeless Rock Songs From 1963 That Bring Back Memories of the Old Days

  • The Kingsmen’s “Louie Louie” reached No. 1 in Canada.
  • The Beatles topped charts with “I Want to Hold Your Hand”.
  • The Beach Boys’ “Surfin’ U.S.A.” was a hit in several countries.

In 1963, rock music was moving on from its 1950s rock and roll roots, producing songs that remained popular and influential. Three examples from the year show the range of that shift, from rhythm and blues-inspired rock to Beatles pop and surf rock. The Kingsmen’s cover of Richard…

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Drummer JOHN TEMPESTA Exits THE CULT After 20-Year Run

  • John Tempesta is leaving The Cult after 20 years.
  • He joined the band in 2006.
  • He says he hopes to play music again in 2027.

John Tempesta has announced that he is leaving The Cult after 20 years with the band. He thanked fans for their support and said he is looking forward to playing music again in 2027, bringing a long-running chapter of his career to a close. Tempesta joined The Cult…

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In 1977, Linda Ronstadt made a song her producer wanted her to throw away. In 2026, it has been streamed 144,000,000 times

  • Ronstadt trusted her instincts about “Blue Bayou”.
  • Producer Peter Asher doubted it would be a hit.
  • Her version has 144 million streams, according to the headline.

Linda Ronstadt’s 1977 recording of Roy Orbison’s “Blue Bayou” became her biggest single, despite producer Peter Asher doubting it would be a hit. The story illustrates how Ronstadt trusted her instincts as an interpreter, even when those around her were unsure. Ronstadt recalled that Asher suggested finding “insurance”…

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Luke Bryan Isn’t Apologizing for His Dancing and Has a Message for Those Who Judge Him

  • Bryan says his dancing is part of having fun with fans.
  • “Country Girl (Shake It for Me)” helped shape his public image.
  • The song earned US diamond certification, with over three million units sold.

Luke Bryan says he will not apologise for dancing on stage, even though some people make fun of his moves. He sees performing as a chance to have fun with his audience, and says the response to “Country Girl (Shake It for Me)” helped define his public image.…

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3 Songs That Were Country Hits Before They Found Mainstream Success

  • “I Swear” topped both country and pop charts.
  • Dolly Parton’s song led the country chart twice.
  • “Me And Bobby McGee” found country success before Joplin’s hit.

Three songs that became mainstream pop hits first succeeded as country recordings. Their early chart success shows how country songwriting and performances sometimes laid the groundwork for versions that reached much wider audiences. John Michael Montgomery’s “I Swear” topped both the US country chart and the Billboard Hot…

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