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Kavinsky told NME how another collab with The Weeknd could have been on the way “soon”

  • French producer Kavinsky has died aged 50 in Paris
  • He hinted at a new Weeknd collaboration in a 2022 interview
  • The Weeknd paid tribute, calling him "an inspiration"

French electronic producer Kavinsky, real name Vincent Belorgey, has died at the age of 50 after being found at his home in Paris on Tuesday 28 July 2026. Investigators have opened a probe into the cause of death, though first responders reportedly found "no suspicious elements" at the…

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Afroman files defamation lawsuit against former Ohio deputy

  • Afroman sues ex-deputy Brian Newland, alleging defamation and privacy invasion
  • Follows Afroman's March win against police over mocking music videos
  • He claims officers took $400 and disabled his home surveillance

Afroman has filed a lawsuit against a former Ohio sheriff's deputy, months after successfully defending himself in a defamation case brought by police officers depicted in his viral music videos. Those videos mocked officers from the Adams County Sheriff's Office who had raided the rapper's home over suspected…

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Writer-Director Alex Hanno Signs With Untamed Artists LA

  • Filmmaker Alex Hanno signs for management with Untamed Artists LA
  • Known for Bravado, A Social Contract and Elephants
  • Represented by Eric Ziech across all management areas

Los Angeles-based writer-director Alex Hanno has signed with management company Untamed Artists LA, joining its roster and gaining wider representation for his writing and directing work. The move reflects industry interest in Hanno's growing body of film work, which blends commercial concepts with a distinctive creative voice. Hanno's…

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Every Baby Boomer Alive Remembers These 4 Classic Rock Jams From 1962

  • Article lists four influential 1962 songs shaping rock's evolution
  • Includes The Beatles' debut single "Love Me Do"
  • Also features Isley Brothers, Booker T. & The MGs, Dick Dale tracks

This American Songwriter piece revisits four songs from 1962 that it says helped lay the foundations of modern rock music, arguing that baby boomers will instantly recognise them as touchstones of the genre's early evolution. The article frames the year as pivotal, noting that the guitar-driven, rhythmically powerful…

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All of Bad Bunny’s Music Videos With 1 Billion Views: ‘Dákiti,’ ‘Callaíta,’ ‘Titi Mé Preguntó’ & More

  • Bad Bunny hits 20 billion-view YouTube videos, a genre record.
  • "Me Acostumbré" with Arcángel is his latest to reach the milestone.
  • He leads J Balvin (16) and has topped the Billboard 200 four times.

Bad Bunny has extended his record as the artist with the most videos in YouTube's "Billion Views Club," reaching 20 entries with "Me Acostumbré," his 2017 collaboration with Arcángel, in July 2026. This cements his standing as a dominant force in global streaming, putting him well ahead of…

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TONY IOMMI’s New Vocalist And Collaborator JORN LANDE: ‘I Am Extremely Proud To Have Been Co-Writing And Singing On This Album’

  • Jorn Lande co-wrote all eight tracks on Tony Iommi's new solo album
  • Album "From The Dark" also features Karl Brazil and Becky Baldwin
  • First single "World Alone" is out now; Lande calls it an honour

Norwegian singer Jorn Lande has spoken publicly about co-writing and performing on Tony Iommi's forthcoming solo album "From The Dark", confirming his role as vocalist and collaborator on the Black Sabbath guitarist's new project. Lande, credited as co-writer on all eight tracks, announced the news on social media,…

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‘I’m very sorry’: Mancini apologises after being reappointed as Italy head coach

  • Mancini apologises for quitting Italy job for Saudi Arabia role in 2023
  • Reappointed after Italy's third straight World Cup qualifying failure
  • Returns 25 September vs Belgium; Ranieri named technical director

Roberto Mancini has apologised after being reappointed as Italy's head coach, three years after quitting the role to take a lucrative contract with Saudi Arabia. His return comes as Italy try to rebuild following a third consecutive failure to qualify for the World Cup, which triggered the resignations…

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Such A Special Moment 🥺

  • A YouTube Short titled "Such A Special Moment 🥺"
  • Framed as a heartfelt, emotional clip in short-form format

This is a YouTube Shorts clip titled "Such A Special Moment 🥺", posted in the short-form vertical video format that YouTube uses for quick, shareable clips. The emotional emoji in the title signals a heartfelt or touching moment that the creator wanted to capture and share. Beyond the…

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Blonde Redhead – “Blood Spilled”

  • Blonde Redhead release new single "Blood Spilled" via section1.
  • First new music since 2023 album Sit Down for Dinner.
  • The Strokes recently covered a Blonde Redhead song live in Cincinnati.

Blonde Redhead, the veteran New York indie rock trio, have released a new single called "Blood Spilled," their first new music since 2023's album Sit Down for Dinner. The release matters as a fresh addition to the catalogue of a band with over 30 years of history, known…

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Taylor Swift’s ‘I Knew It, I Knew You’ Debuts at No. 1 on Top Movie Songs Chart

  • Taylor Swift's Toy Story 5 song hits No. 1 on movie songs chart
  • Michael Jackson biopic tracks still fill seven of the top ten spots
  • Swift's song also topped the Hot 100 for two weeks running

Taylor Swift's "I Knew It, I Knew You" has debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's Top Movie Songs chart for June, a ranking that combines song and film data from Tunefind with sales and streaming figures from Luminate. The track, released as the theme song for Toy Story…

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