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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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AVENGED SEVENFOLD’s M. SHADOWS: ‘We Don’t See A Point Of Ever Being On A’ Record ‘Label Again’

  • Avenged Sevenfold says it is now permanently independent.
  • M. Shadows believes labels offer little modern value.
  • He says independence provides greater artistic freedom.

Avenged Sevenfold singer M. Shadows has said the band does not intend to sign with another record label after completing its Warner deal, becoming fully independent following 2023’s Life Is But A Dream…. He argued that major labels no longer offer enough practical value to justify their costs,…

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The 10 best songs from July 2026 – ranked!

  • Far Out ranks its ten favourite songs released in July 2026.
  • Yard Act’s new track takes the top position.
  • The selection spans several alternative and indie styles.

July 2026 produced a varied selection of notable new music, according to Far Out’s ranked list of the month’s ten best songs. The choices span established artists and newer acts, highlighting releases that stood out for songwriting, production and distinctive musical character. The ranking places Yard Act’s latest…

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Watch The Smashing Pumpkins Invite Greg Brady To Perform “It’s a Sunshine Day” as Flavor Flav Headbangs

  • Smashing Pumpkins brought Barry Williams onstage in Chicago.
  • He performed The Brady Bunch song “It’s a Sunshine Day”.
  • Flavor Flav headbanged from the audience.

The Smashing Pumpkins surprised audiences at a Lollapalooza aftershow in Chicago by inviting Barry Williams, best known as Greg Brady in The Brady Bunch, to perform “It’s a Sunshine Day”. The unusual crossover drew attention because it combined a classic sitcom moment with a major alternative rock band,…

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As ‘Civilization’ Turns 35, Creator Sid Meier and Firaxis President Look Ahead to a New Ages for 2K Studio’s Franchises

  • “Civilization” nears 35 years as Firaxis celebrates three decades.
  • Firaxis highlights the series’ intergenerational player community.
  • The studio views older and newer “Civ” games as one ecosystem.

“Civilization” is approaching its 35th anniversary, while its developer Firaxis has marked 30 years in business, underlining the unusual longevity of a midsized studio focused on turn-based strategy games. Creator Sid Meier and Firaxis president Heather Hazen say the series’ enduring appeal lies partly in its intergenerational community,…

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Remi Wolf – “Twiggy”

  • Remi Wolf releases “Twiggy”, her first solo single in two years.
  • The song blends her glitchy pop style with stronger country influences.
  • Its lyrics draw on candid personal experiences.

Remi Wolf has released “Twiggy”, her first new solo music in two years, following her 2024 album Soup. The single marks a stylistic shift towards country-inflected pop while retaining elements of the glitchy sound associated with her recent work, and arrives after live performances of the track at…

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From Ariana Grande to Cardi B & More, Which New Music Release Is Your Favorite This Week? Vote!

  • Billboard asks fans to vote for the week’s best new release.
  • Ariana Grande leads releases with her album Petal.
  • New music also arrives from Cardi B, Shaboozey and Davido.

Billboard has opened a poll asking readers to choose their favourite new music release from the final week of July 2026. The main release is Ariana Grande’s eighth album, Petal, alongside singles and albums from artists including Cardi B, Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco, Becky G, Slayyyter, Remi Wolf,…

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Ariana Grande’s petal Never Fully Blooms: Review

  • Grande’s petal turns scrutiny and grief into experimental pop.
  • The review praises its ambition but faults some lyrics.
  • Key tracks include “kiss me”, “petal” and “oh well”.

Consequence’s review finds Ariana Grande’s eighth album, petal, to be an emotionally candid response to public scrutiny, past trauma and relationship pressures. It says Grande channels these experiences into a more experimental and at times abrasive sound, while questioning the personal cost of turning pain into art. The…

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The 1984 song Prince could never make perfect: “The way I envisioned it”

  • ‘Purple Rain’ evolved far beyond Prince’s original concept.
  • Stevie Nicks was initially asked to help write it.
  • A live 1983 recording became the classic 1984 release.

Prince reportedly struggled to realise ‘Purple Rain’ exactly as he first imagined it, despite the song becoming the defining centrepiece of his 1984 album and film. The story underlines how a work can acquire its lasting form through revision and collaboration rather than by matching an artist’s original…

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Yo La Tengo Void Scalper Tickets For Hanukkah Shows, Launch New Lottery

  • Scalper- and bot-bought tickets have been cancelled.
  • A Ticketmaster lottery will redistribute tickets to fans.
  • The Hanukkah shows run from 4 to 11 December.

Yo La Tengo has cancelled tickets believed to have been bought by scalpers and bots for its annual Hanukkah benefit concerts in New York, after the initial pre-sale left many fans unable to buy them. The band and Bowery Ballroom are replacing the sale with a lottery intended…

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The Best Moments So Far From Lollapalooza 2026

  • Charli xcx and Lorde reunited on stage.
  • SB19 made Lollapalooza history.
  • John Summit delivered a hometown headline set.

Lollapalooza 2026 opened in Chicago’s Grant Park on 30 July, with Billboard highlighting several standout performances from the first day. - 5 Seconds of Summer revived their nostalgic rock cover of Katy Perry’s “Teenage Dream”. - Charli xcx joined Lorde for their “Girl, So Confusing” remix, prompting a…

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