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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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Washington mother pulls children from school after Pride lesson shown in music class without notice

  • Mother withdrew children after an unannounced Pride lesson.
  • Dispute centres on parental notice and curriculum.
  • The lesson was reportedly shown in music class.

A mother in Washington reportedly withdrew her children from their school after a Pride-themed lesson was shown in a music class without prior notice to parents. The case highlights continuing disagreements over what schools should teach about LGBTQ+ issues and how much advance information parents should receive. The…

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Clara Mann Announces New Album ‘Wishbone’

  • Clara Mann’s album ‘Wishbone’ arrives on 23 October.
  • It follows her debut album, ‘Rift’.
  • New single ‘News From Home’ is available now.

Clara Mann has announced that her second album, ‘Wishbone’, will be released on 23 October. The record follows her 2025 debut, ‘Rift’, and marks a rapid return for the songwriter, who began work on the follow-up almost immediately; its release will be accompanied by the new single ‘News…

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Judge orders Mitch Winehouse to pay £950,000 to Amy Winehouse’s friends

  • Mitch Winehouse must pay nearly £950,000 in legal costs.
  • His claim over Amy Winehouse memorabilia was dismissed.
  • Friends proved they owned or had received the auctioned items.

Mitch Winehouse has been ordered to pay nearly £950,000 towards the legal costs of two friends of his late daughter, Amy Winehouse, after his High Court claim against them failed. The ruling ends his attempt, as administrator of her estate, to recover money from the auction sale of…

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Recording Academy “saddened” by BTS’ decision to snub Grammys

  • BTS will not enter the 2027 Grammys.
  • They object to music being divided by region or language.
  • The Academy says it respects the decision.

BTS have decided not to submit their music for consideration at the 2027 Grammy Awards, saying they want it judged for its merits rather than divided by region or language. Recording Academy chief Harvey Mason Jr said he was saddened by the decision but understood and respected it.…

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Gretel On The Nature Of Success, And Letting Go

  • Gretel is redefining success beyond industry expectations.
  • ‘Squish’ explores personal struggles and grief.
  • Live audience connections matter more to her now.

Gretel reflects on releasing her debut album, ‘Squish’, and reassessing success after the intense expectations created by early breakthrough tracks. She says a quieter-than-hoped-for response has pushed her to value the music itself over online comparison and external validation, while live performances and real connections with listeners have…

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Twin Temple Bring Satanic Panic to ‘Daily Show,’ Will Officially Open for Jack White

  • Twin Temple gained national prominence after being removed from Charley Crockett's tour for their satanic imagery, securing a television debut on The Daily Show
  • The husband-and-wife band frames their 'satanic doo-wop' as artistic metaphor for rebellion and questioning authority, rooted in rock and roll tradition
  • They will open for Jack White at the Hollywood Palladium on 29 September

The devilish duo, who were bounced from a country music tour over their satanic imagery, performed their song "Haunt Me"

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The 1965 Kinks song Paul McCartney thinks he should’ve written: “You bastards!”

  • The Kinks' 1965 song 'See My Friends' fused R&B and atmospheric rock textures in ways that diverged from conventional pop of the era
  • Paul McCartney expressed frustration upon hearing the track, reportedly telling Dave Davies that The Beatles should have created such an innovative sound first
  • The Beatles subsequently created 'Paperback Writer,' demonstrating how The Kinks' experimental approach influenced their own psychedelic direction

Beating the Fabs to the punch. The post The 1965 Kinks song Paul McCartney thinks he should’ve written: “You bastards!” first appeared on Far Out Magazine.

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Lucia & the Best Boys – ‘Picking Petals’ album review: Scottish indie rock has its voice back

  • Lucia & the Best Boys release 'Picking Petals', their sophomore album, backed by endorsements from established Scottish rock figures Shirley Manson and Lauren Mayberry
  • Frontwoman Lucia Fairfull delivers vocals ranging from delicate to powerful across ten tracks that alternate between high-energy anthems and introspective moments
  • The album draws thematic inspiration from Scottish landscapes and marks a significant moment for female representation in the indie rock scene

Ready for the rocket launch? The post Lucia & the Best Boys – ‘Picking Petals’ album review: Scottish indie rock has its voice back first appeared on Far Out Magazine.

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Rachel Chinouriri Announces New Album ‘I think I spoke too soon’

  • Rachel Chinouriri announces second album, out 16th October 2026
  • New single 'One song away from crying' released alongside video
  • Follows BRIT-nominated debut 'What A Devastating Turn Of Events'

Rachel Chinouriri has announced her second album, 'I think I spoke too soon', due for release on 16th October. The British singer-songwriter has become a leading figure in a wave of Black British female pop talent, following her debut album 'What A Devastating Turn Of Events', which earned…

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Grammys CEO reacts to BTS’ backing out in protest to Asian pop category

  • BTS refuse to submit 'Arirang' for new Grammys Asian pop category.
  • Grammys CEO Harvey Mason Jr says he respects, understands their protest.
  • Category launched to spotlight Asian pop artists, not divide them.

The chief executive of the Recording Academy, Harvey Mason Jr, has responded after BTS said they would not submit their album 'Arirang' to the Grammys' new Best Asian Pop Music category in protest. BTS argued that music should be appreciated "beyond regions or languages", while Mason Jr said…

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