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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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Charli XCX reveals her top five Charli XCX songs

  • Charli XCX selected five favourites from her back catalogue.
  • ‘Stay Away’ remains especially meaningful to her.
  • She also highlighted a new album closer featuring David Cronenberg.

Charli XCX has named her five favourite songs from her own catalogue during an appearance on the Lipps Service podcast, alongside the release of her new album, ‘Music, Fashion, Film’. - ‘Stay Away’ from ‘True Romance’, which she described as sentimental because it was her first official release.…

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The Zarabanda Variations review – free jazz project is a thrillingly original dive into colonial history

  • GoGwilt reimagines the sarabande through colonial Latin American history.
  • Free jazz and baroque elements create a demanding, original album.
  • Virtuosic performances outweigh occasionally opaque spoken-word passages.

Keir GoGwilt’s *The Zarabanda Variations* is reviewed as an ambitious and highly original collaborative album that re-examines the colonial Latin American roots of the sarabande, before the dance became associated with European baroque composers. Its fusion of free jazz, baroque strings, percussion and spoken-word poetry creates a challenging…

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The 1979 Pink Floyd song that ridicules dumb stadium rock: “Something that is really stupid sounding”

  • ‘In the Flesh?’ parodies bombastic stadium rock.
  • The song opens Pink Floyd’s 1979 album *The Wall*.
  • Its exaggerated sound supports *The Wall*’s critique of fame.

The article examines Pink Floyd’s 1979 song ‘In the Flesh?’, presenting it as a deliberate parody of empty, bombastic stadium rock. It argues that the track matters because it uses the scale and clichés of arena music to criticise celebrity culture, crowd behaviour and the authoritarian persona developed…

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“Ilike rock’n’roll to have alittle bit of dirt and some drunkenness and the element of surprise.” Meet Hanoi Rocks legend Sami Yaffa’s new band The Sideshows

  • Sami Yaffa has launched The Sideshows with a debut album.
  • The band includes Rich Ragany and Simon Maxwell.
  • Yaffa balances rock music with abstract painting.

Hanoi Rocks bassist Sami Yaffa has formed a new band, The Sideshows, with singer-guitarist Rich Ragany and drummer Simon Maxwell, and released a self-titled debut album. The project marks another chapter in Yaffa’s long rock career, following work with Hanoi Rocks, the revived New York Dolls and Michael…

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‘Jumbo’ Sequel, ‘Queen of Malacca’ Franchise Plans on the Cards as Indonesia’s Visinema Eyes Expansion (EXCLUSIVE)

  • Visinema targets a 2027 “Queen of Malacca” release.
  • The fantasy film is planned as a franchise.
  • A “Jumbo” sequel is also in development.

Indonesian studio Visinema is planning to turn its fantasy film “Queen of Malacca” into its next major franchise, with a release targeted for the first quarter of 2027. The project signals the company’s push to build locally rooted intellectual property that can travel internationally, while expanding its production…

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The “worst” performance Phil Collins never wanted to play again

  • Collins regretted playing Live Aid twice in one day.
  • He flew from London to Philadelphia by Concorde.
  • Led Zeppelin’s reunion set was widely criticised.

Phil Collins reportedly regarded his appearance at Live Aid in 1985 as one of his worst performances, largely because of the exhausting and complicated journey involved. He played both the London and Philadelphia concerts on the same day, attempting to support the global charity event despite limited preparation…

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Watch The Strokes record ‘Reality Awaits’ in ‘In Transit: Part II’ – over 20 years on from original mini-doc

  • The Strokes released a sequel to their 2001 behind-the-scenes film.
  • It documents Costa Rica sessions for new album ‘Reality Awaits’.
  • The band will tour the UK and Europe this autumn.

The Strokes have released a 10-minute behind-the-scenes film, ‘In Transit: Part II’, alongside their seventh album, ‘Reality Awaits’. The video revisits the informal style of the band’s 2001 mini-documentary ‘In Transit’, offering fans a nostalgic contrast between their early touring years and their current recording environment. Directed by…

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Blackpink’s Jennie Debuts Wistful Single ‘Less Than a Lover’

  • Jennie releases summery solo single ‘Less Than a Lover’.
  • The song explores blurred friendship and romance.
  • Festival appearances in Chicago and Japan follow.

Blackpink member Jennie has released a new solo single, ‘Less Than a Lover’, accompanied by a cinematic music video. The summery, ethereal track explores a relationship occupying the space between friendship and romance, and extends her solo activity while Blackpink continues its return. Jennie previewed the song during…

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“I was writing with all these rock bands because that’s who wanted to hire me. I did OK with that.” The 10 songs that influenced Desmond Child the most

  • Desmond Child discusses the songs that influenced his songwriting.
  • He recalls a moving reported wartime use of Living On A Prayer.
  • His work helped create several globally successful rock hits.

Desmond Child reflects on the 10 songs that shaped him as a songwriter, linking their influence to his work creating large, emotionally direct rock hits. - Child says reports of Ukrainian and Russian soldiers playing Living On A Prayer across the front line were moving. - He is…

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‘A small snippet’: what pubs make of Burnham’s £100m rates giveaway

  • Rates relief is welcomed but considered modest.
  • Other taxes and costs dominate pub finances.
  • Typical £1m business may save about £1,000.

Andy Burnham’s new government has announced a 20% business-rates reduction for pubs, clubs and live music venues, costing £100m, as part of efforts to support high streets and slow pub closures. Publicans welcomed the signal of support but said the relief would make only a limited difference because…

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