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Jesse Eisenberg’s musical comedy The Debut to close BFI London Film Festival

  • Eisenberg's "The Debut" closes BFI London Film Festival on 18 October
  • Stars Julianne Moore, Paul Giamatti, Halle Bailey, Havana Rose Liu
  • Follows Oscar-nominated "A Real Pain"; UK release 15 January 2027

Jesse Eisenberg's musical comedy "The Debut" has been confirmed as the closing night gala of the 70th BFI London Film Festival, screening on 18 October at London's Royal Festival Hall. It marks Eisenberg's follow-up as director to "A Real Pain", which earned him an Oscar nomination and BAFTA…

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Robert Plant, Roger Daltrey and Paul Weller set for Bob Harris tribute concert at the Royal Albert Hall

  • BBC Radio 2 veteran retires after 30-year tenure; tribute concert planned for December 2nd at the Royal Albert Hall
  • Event will feature performances from prominent rock and music artists, celebrating Harris's five-decade broadcasting career
  • Tickets available from August 7th

Taking place at the Royal Albert Hall. The post Robert Plant, Roger Daltrey and Paul Weller set for Bob Harris tribute concert at the Royal Albert Hall first appeared on Far Out Magazine.

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Merlin signs Spotify licensing deal for AI-powered ‘fan-made’ covers and remixes

  • Spotify expanded its AI remix tool to independent artists through Merlin, extending a model it established with Universal Music Group
  • The paid Premium add-on guarantees artist participation through consent, credit, and financial compensation
  • This reflects Spotify's strategy to monetize AI-powered features as premium add-ons beyond its core subscription

Spotify has signed a licensing agreement with Merlin, the independent-label licensing body, extending its AI-powered "fan-made" covers and remixing tool beyond Universal Music Group to the independent sector. The tool lets fans create AI-generated covers and remixes of songs by participating artists, with the underlying rights holders credited…

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Ariana Grande expands on decision to ‘step back from visibility’, telling fans it was ‘not reactive or impulsive’

  • Ariana Grande announced she will step back from public visibility after her world tour concludes next month, withdrawing from a planned London theatre production
  • The artist emphasised this was a thoughtfully planned decision made long ago, not a reactive response to recent public scrutiny regarding her appearance

Ariana Grande has elaborated on her decision to "step back from visibility" once her world tour concludes next month, telling fans in Chicago that the move was carefully planned rather than a reaction to recent criticism. The 33-year-old singer and actor's spokesperson had previously cited "endless, ongoing public…

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Scott Eastwood details argument with Shia LaBeouf on the set of ‘Fury’: “This guy’s crazy”

  • Scott Eastwood recalls near-physical fight with Shia LaBeouf on Fury set
  • Clash stemmed from LaBeouf's extreme method acting and a scripted scene dispute
  • Follows LaBeouf's recent battery conviction over a Mardi Gras incident

Actor Scott Eastwood has described a heated on-set clash with Shia LaBeouf during the making of the 2014 war film Fury, revealing the pair nearly came to blows. Speaking on Dax Shepard's Armchair Expert podcast, Eastwood explained that tensions built up after he was unsettled by LaBeouf's extreme…

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Bob Dylan ends US tour by adding extra guitarist to live band

  • Bob Dylan added guitarist Jimmie Vaughan for his final US tour date.
  • The tour saw several guitarist departures and additions in recent months.
  • UK/European leg starts in Norway in October; line-up still unconfirmed.

Bob Dylan wrapped up the US leg of his 2026 "Rough And Rowdy Ways" tour by bringing guitarist Jimmie Vaughan on stage for a special guest appearance at the final show. The move caps a turbulent few months for Dylan's touring band, which has seen several line-up changes…

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Spotify Notches 300 Million Premium Subscribers

  • Spotify Premium subscribers hit 300 million, up 7 million in Q2 2026
  • Revenue rose 14% to €4.78 billion; net income swung to €545 million profit
  • Company guides for 305 million subscribers and €5.0 billion revenue in Q3

Spotify reported that its Premium subscriber base grew to 300 million in the second quarter of 2026, adding 7 million paying customers and beating its own guidance. The music streaming giant's overall financial performance strengthened significantly, with revenue rising 14% and net income swinging to a profit from…

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Historian blasts Smithsonian’s activism shift after first visit in over a decade: ‘Completely different place’

  • Historian says Smithsonian's history museum has shifted from education to activism.
  • Dr Jody Edward Ginn made the claim after his first visit since 2012.
  • Comes amid Trump administration and conservative criticism of the Smithsonian.

Dr Jody Edward Ginn, a historian and museum professional, has criticised the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History for prioritising activism over education, following his first visit to the institution in more than a decade. His comments come amid broader scrutiny from the Trump administration and conservative critics…

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4 of the Most Iconic Vocalists From American Bands in the 60s

  • Feature profiles four iconic 1960s American band vocalists.
  • Includes Brian Wilson, Jim Morrison, Grace Slick and Scott Walker.
  • Highlights how their distinctive voices shaped their bands' legacies.

The article highlights four standout lead vocalists from American bands of the 1960s, chosen for how their distinctive voices helped define their band's sound even as British Invasion acts dominated the era's headlines. The piece argues that despite the UK's commercial dominance in that decade, US bands carved…

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Played Cymru #26: The Best In New Welsh Music

  • Clash's monthly column spotlights emerging Welsh music from July 2026.
  • Highlights include papaya noon, ADJUA, Osgled and Cowbois Rhos Botwnnog.
  • Genres range from neo-soul to alt-country and ambient-pop.

Clash Magazine's "Played Cymru" column returns for its 26th instalment, rounding up the best new music from emerging Welsh artists released in July 2026. The column highlights a diverse crop of albums and EPs spanning genres from Cardiff neo-soul to North Walian alt-country, underscoring the breadth and vitality…

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