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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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This Dean Martin Hit Single From 1964 Was Actually Written for Frank Sinatra Instead

  • "Everybody Loves Somebody" was written for Sinatra, not Martin
  • Martin's 1964 version topped charts, ousting The Beatles at No. 1
  • Song later featured in Friends, Fresh Prince and other shows/films

Dean Martin's 1964 chart-topper "Everybody Loves Somebody" was not originally written with him in mind, but for Frank Sinatra, who had recorded a version of it back in 1948. Written by Irving Taylor, Ken Lane and Sam Coslow, the song went on to become Martin's first major hit…

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Doja Cat & Latto Team Up for Sexy 2000s-Themed ‘Okayyy’ Video, Atlanta Rapper to Join Doja’s Ma Vie World Tour

  • Doja Cat and Latto release retro-styled "Okayyy" music video.
  • Latto will join Doja Cat's Ma Vie World Tour in North America.
  • Tour starts in Detroit on 1 October; Latto's first shows since giving birth.

Doja Cat and Latto have released a 2000s-inspired music video for their joint track "Okayyy," alongside a surprise announcement that Latto will join Doja Cat's Ma Vie World Tour across North America. The pairing has generated a strong positive reaction from fans online, with the collaboration seen as…

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“It was fully manufactured”: why Heath Ledger worried he’d been “spoon-fed” his career

  • Ledger felt studios had manufactured his early career.
  • Rapid success left him anxious about his acting development.
  • He later won a posthumous Oscar for playing the Joker.

Heath Ledger said he felt his Hollywood career had been “manufactured” by a studio before he had properly developed as an actor. The article highlights his discomfort with rapid fame and leading roles, despite his acknowledged talent and later critical success. Ledger began on Australian television before becoming…

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Cate Blanchett wins planning battle to create grand garden at her £1.6million Cornish ‘Hollywood on Sea’ eco-home

  • Cate Blanchett wins planning approval for a Cornwall garden
  • Her eco-home is valued at roughly £1.6 million
  • Property nicknamed 'Hollywood on Sea'

Cate Blanchett has won a planning dispute allowing her to create a large garden at her eco-home in Cornwall, a property that has been nicknamed 'Hollywood on Sea' and is reported to be worth around £1.6 million. The ruling means the actress can proceed with landscaping plans that…

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‘Coming Into Los Angeles’: the terrifying plane ride that inspired Arlo Guthrie’s generational 1969 hit

  • Arlo Guthrie's 1969 hit was inspired by a real, tense flight.
  • The song reflected fears of drug smuggling through customs checks.
  • Its Woodstock performance helped cement its lasting fame.

Far Out Magazine revisits the story behind Arlo Guthrie's 1969 song "Coming Into Los Angeles," explaining how a genuinely nerve-wracking flight helped shape one of the era's most enduring counterculture anthems. The piece situates the track within the anxieties of travellers attempting to bring drugs through customs at…

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3 Self-Titled Debut Albums That Shaped 1970s Rock Music

  • Three self-titled rock debuts from the 1970s—Van Halen, The Cars, and Boston—achieved lasting cultural and commercial significance through distinct creative approaches
  • Van Halen prioritised live authenticity, The Cars blended rock with new wave irony, and Boston achieved chart success via unconventional home-and-studio hybrid recording

Eddie Van Halen and Sammy Hagar No one does it like 70s rock. Here are a few rock albums from the decade that put all other self-titled debuts to shame. The post 3 Self-Titled Debut Albums That Shaped 1970s Rock Music appeared first on American Songwriter.

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Olivia Rodrigo: Abortion Bans Are “Pro-Control, Not Pro-Life”

  • Olivia Rodrigo partnered with the Center for Reproductive Rights to discuss abortion policy and its consequences since the 2022 Dobbs decision.
  • Conversations highlighted case studies of women harmed by restrictions and disparities in maternal mortality, particularly affecting Black women.
  • Panel explored how state limits on midwifery services may worsen healthcare inequities despite high maternal mortality rates.

Olivia Rodrigo has released a series of conversations with reproductive rights experts, arguing that US abortion bans are "pro-control, not pro-life" rather than genuine protections for life. The discussions, shared ahead of her inaugural Daisy Chain Fields festival, see the singer sitting down with Center for Reproductive Rights…

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“When he sang, there was nothing else in the world that felt so powerful.” A guide to Howlin’ Wolf’s best albums

  • Howlin' Wolf was a pivotal Chicago blues figure whose commanding voice and intimidating presence made him one of the genre's most powerful performers
  • His early recordings from 1951 onward, particularly compilations like Memphis Days, capture his raw talent and remain significant documents of American blues history

Louder magazine has published a buyer's guide to the best albums of Howlin' Wolf, the influential Chicago blues singer born Chester Arthur Burnett in 1910. The feature, which draws on tributes from musicians such as Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood, celebrates Wolf's fearsome stage presence and thunderous vocal…

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‘Twilight’ Saga Sparkles Again With Alex and Ani’s New Vampire-Inspired Jewelry Line

  • Alex and Ani released a Twilight-themed jewelry collection featuring bracelets, rings, and necklaces with references to iconic series moments
  • Pieces range from $38–$58 and include character-inspired designs like Bella's engagement ring, lockets, and fan-favorite 'Hoa Hoa' bracelets
  • Some items have already sold out; others are available for preorder with August restocks

Alex and Ani has launched a jewellery collection inspired by Stephenie Meyer's Twilight saga, aimed at longtime fans ("Twihards") wanting to celebrate the franchise's romance. The range includes bracelets, rings and necklaces referencing key characters and moments, such as Bella Swan, Edward Cullen, Jacob Black and the town…

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3 Classic Rock Songs From the 1980s That Changed Forever After One Live Performance

  • Three 1980s rock songs achieved iconic status primarily through transformative live performances rather than their studio versions
  • Queen's 'Radio Ga Ga' and U2's 'Bad' became legendary at Live Aid 1985; Bon Jovi's acoustic MTV VMA performance redefined 'Wanted Dead or Alive'
  • These singular live moments resonated emotionally with audiences in ways studio recordings could not, cementing them as defining cultural touchstones

This is a list-style feature from American Songwriter highlighting three rock songs from the 1980s that became legendary because of standout live performances rather than their studio versions. The article argues that iconic televised moments, particularly at Live Aid 1985 and the MTV VMAs, transformed already popular songs…

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