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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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3 Folk Singer-Songwriters From the 70s You Can Probably Recognize (Even if You Can’t Name Them)

  • Three 70s folk artists whose songs outlived their name recognition
  • Cat Stevens (Yusuf) sold 100m+ records, 2bn+ streams
  • Croce's fame grew after his 1973 death; McLean's "American Pie" endures

This piece highlights three folk singer-songwriters from the 1970s whose songs are far better known than their names, noting that hits can sometimes overshadow the artists who created them. The article profiles Cat Stevens (now known as Yusuf), Jim Croce and Don McLean, tracing how each built a…

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These 3 Songs Were Everywhere in 1966—So Why Did We Stop Listening to Them?

  • Article revisits three forgotten 1966 hit songs.
  • Tommy Roe's "Sweet Pea" topped Canadian and New Zealand charts.
  • Bobby Hebb's "Sunny" became one of history's most-covered songs.

American Songwriter has revived three songs that dominated the charts in 1966 but have since largely disappeared from radio play and public conversation, arguing they deserve renewed attention. The feature highlights how commercial success at the time doesn't guarantee lasting cultural memory, with each track having achieved significant…

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Ed Sheeran bids to convert barns at £1.1million 17th century farm into ‘music archive’

  • Ed Sheeran applies to convert barns into a music archive.
  • Farm involved is a 17th century property worth £1.1million.
  • Further planning details were not available in this report.

Ed Sheeran has submitted a planning application to convert barns at a 17th century farm, valued at £1.1million, into what has been described as a music archive. The move is part of the singer's ongoing efforts to expand and repurpose historic rural property he owns for use in…

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‘Dine N Dash’: the song that proves there’s still life in The Strokes yet

  • The Strokes' new album "Reality Awaits" splits fans and critics
  • Writer says track "Dine N Dash" shows the band still has vitality
  • Album criticised for auto-tune use and a jab at critic Anthony Fantano

A Far Out Magazine opinion piece argues that The Strokes' new album "Reality Awaits" has divided fans and critics who question whether the New York band, now approaching their 50s and 25 years on from their debut "Is This It?", still have anything vital to offer. The writer…

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Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Famous Guest Drummers Honor Neil Peart in New Documentary

  • CBC documentary 'Neil Peart: No One's Disciple' premiering September 23 features Rush co-founders and interviews with legendary drummers discussing Peart's influence
  • Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson recorded performances of classic Rush songs with guest drummers including Stewart Copeland, Chad Smith, and Danny Carey
  • Current Rush touring features tributes to Peart, the late drummer considered one of rock's greatest, who passed away in 2020

A new documentary about the late Rush drummer and lyricist Neil Peart, titled "Neil Peart: No One's Disciple," will premiere on Canada's CBC network on 23 September. The film tells Peart's life story through interviews with Rush bandmates Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson, alongside a number of prominent…

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3 Songs From the 2000s That Could Have Been Country Standards in Another Lifetime

  • Article argues three 2000s pop/folk songs could pass as country hits
  • Featured tracks: LaMontagne's "Jolene," Clarkson's "Because Of You," Bareilles' "Gravity"
  • Reba McEntire's cover of "Because Of You" already proved the theory

Country influences run through much of American popular music, and this article picks three well-known 2000s songs from other genres that it argues could easily have passed as country hits with only minor changes. The piece highlights how narrative, sentimental lyrics and simple chord structures link these tracks…

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‘Love Island USA’s Zach Georgiou Signs With Innovative Artists

  • Love Island USA's Zach Georgiou signs with Innovative Artists for talent representation across brand partnerships, television, and business ventures.
  • Season 8 achieved record viewership on Peacock with 19 billion minutes watched and 4 billion social media views, establishing breakout cast members.

Zach Georgiou, a breakout contestant from Season 8 of "Love Island USA," has signed with talent agency Innovative Artists for representation across brand partnerships, unscripted television, hosting and entrepreneurial ventures. The deal reflects the huge popularity of the Peacock dating show's latest series, which has become the streamer's…

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At His First Show In Georgia, Moby Talks About ‘Music’s Ability to Reach Everybody – And to Reach Them In the Most Personal Way’

  • Moby performs first concert in Georgia on July 30, 2026, as part of global tour; expresses fascination with Tbilisi
  • Warns emerging artists that industry support is transactional—agents and labels abandon artists when success wanes
  • Frames animal rights activism as a logic problem: humans claim to care about animals but act inconsistently with that belief

Moby played his first-ever concert in Georgia on 30 July 2026, headlining a highly anticipated show at the Rustavi International Motorpark near Tbilisi. The event, organised by local promoter Flitz Collective with Billboard Georgia as media partner, marked a milestone for the electronic music pioneer, who is widely…

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Alice Eve Signs With Artist International Group

  • British actress Alice Eve signs with Artist International Group for management
  • Her career includes major roles in Star Trek Into Darkness, Iron Fist, Black Mirror, and upcoming World War II espionage film Fortitude
  • She maintains additional representation with other agencies, standard practice in the entertainment industry

British actress Alice Eve has signed with Artist International Group for management representation, according to an exclusive report from Deadline. The move adds Eve to a talent roster that already includes prominent names such as Monica Bellucci, Gong Li and Anil Kapoor, alongside filmmakers including Roger Avary and…

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Sombr Opens Up About Body Image Issues & ‘Lifelong Struggle’ With Eating

  • Sombr reveals ongoing struggles with body image and disordered eating.
  • Says he often eats "against my will" before shows for energy.
  • Follows past online body-shaming incidents and a Taylor Swift Hall of Fame tribute.

Pop singer sombr has spoken candidly about his body image struggles and disordered eating in a new interview with Variety, published as part of its Power of Young Hollywood issue. The 21-year-old, whose real name has drawn attention alongside a striking, slender frame standing well over six feet…

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