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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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10 Greatest Miniseries Masterpieces of the 21st Century, Ranked

  • Collider ranks the greatest miniseries of the 21st century, celebrating the golden era of limited-series storytelling across genres from drama to horror
  • Examples include 'Normal People' (2020) for its emotionally honest portrayal of young love and 'The Haunting of Hill House' (2018) for its innovative approach to psychological horror

Discover the 21st century's best limited series, ranked by storytelling prowess and cultural impact, from Chernobyl to Band of Brothers.

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The “brilliant” musician Bob Dylan wanted everyone to praise

  • Dylan resisted artistic confinement, evolving through various styles whilst maintaining reverence for blues traditions and influence
  • He believed Robert Johnson's single recorded album represented unmatched genius deserving far greater cultural recognition
  • Johnson's authentic songwriting proved foundational to generations of musicians across multiple genres

The key musician in rock and roll. The post The “brilliant” musician Bob Dylan wanted everyone to praise first appeared on Far Out Magazine.

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Trump, Bieber and Shakira – a World Cup final like never before

  • Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win the World Cup
  • Record 27-minute half-time show featured Madonna, Bieber, Shakira, BTS
  • Trump attended, having pushed Fifa to overturn a USA player's ban

The 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina in New Jersey became as notable for its surrounding spectacle as for the football itself, with Spain winning 1-0 after extra time thanks to a Ferran Torres goal. The occasion featured a record-breaking half-time show, a pre-match speech from…

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Winner of nearly $2 BILLION lottery jackpot is embattled Arkansas mayor’s brother

  • Arkansas mayor's brother wins near-$2 billion US lottery jackpot
  • Mayor described as "embattled" amid separate unspecified controversy
  • Further details on the win were not provided in the report

A man has come forward as the winner of a lottery jackpot worth almost $2 billion (£1.6 billion) in the United States, with reports identifying him as the brother of an Arkansas mayor who has been embroiled in separate controversy. The story has attracted attention both for the…

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Gracie Abrams Announces ‘Daughter From Hell’ Bonus Tracks Available ‘For a Limited Time’

  • Gracie Abrams released two bonus tracks from her album 'Daughter From Hell' as limited-time iTunes exclusives on Sunday
  • The songs 'Out of Nowhere' and 'Love Letter' were recorded during album sessions but did not make the standard release
  • Abrams thanked listeners for their reception of the album and expressed personal affection for the additional material

She's surprising fans with two more new songs, "Out of Nowhere" and "Love Letter."

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3 Rock Songs From the 1980s That Became More Meaningful as the Singers Aged

  • Three 1980s rock classics (Springsteen, Petty, U2) carry greater emotional weight now that their artists have aged
  • Themes of nostalgia, resilience, and existential searching resonate more powerfully when performed by musicians who have lived through decades
  • Songs that addressed universal experiences gain new credibility and depth when delivered by creators speaking from the vantage point of age

Bruce Springsteen and Bon Jovi and Sgt. Patrick King Benefit Concert (Photo by KMazur/WireImage) These 1980s rock songs have become all the more meaningful as the years have gone on. Revisit them today with that in mind. The post 3 Rock Songs From the 1980s That Became More…

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The musician Bruce Springsteen said truly invented country rock: “Incredible, beautiful, beautiful music”

  • Bruce Springsteen praised Roger McGuinn as the pioneering inventor of both folk rock and country rock
  • McGuinn's Byrds adapted Bob Dylan's 'Mr Tambourine Man' by changing time signatures, creating a foundational folk rock sound that impressed Dylan
  • McGuinn later shifted to country rock, which initially concerned rock fans due to country's perceived political associations, though he maintained the move was purely musical

An innovative musical mind. The post The musician Bruce Springsteen said truly invented country rock: “Incredible, beautiful, beautiful music” first appeared on Far Out Magazine.

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The 1970 album so “beautiful” Jerry Garcia struggled to listen to it

  • Garcia found Lennon’s 1970 album emotionally overwhelming.
  • Its sparse, personal songs gave it lasting power.
  • The praise reflected admiration, not easy listening.

The article recounts Jerry Garcia’s deep admiration for John Lennon’s 1970 album *John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band*, which he reportedly found so beautiful and emotionally intense that he struggled to listen to it. It presents Garcia’s response as recognition of the record’s unusual vulnerability, rather than simply praise for…

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Morgan Wallen Debuts ‘Been By Now,’ His Next Single, Live in Baltimore

  • Wallen previewed new single "Been By Now" live in Baltimore.
  • Track officially releases Friday, 24 July.
  • His album I'm the Problem still tops the country charts.

Morgan Wallen has unveiled the title of his next single, "Been By Now," performing it live for the first time during a concert in Baltimore. The country star confirmed the track will be officially released on Friday 24 July, marking his first new solo material since the album…

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Born in England 79 Years Ago Today, the Out-of-This-World Guitar Hero Who Helped NASA Explore the Cosmos

  • Queen guitarist Brian May turns 79 years old
  • Built his own "Red Special" guitar with his father
  • Also holds a physics PhD and has advised NASA

Brian May, the guitarist and co-founder of Queen, has turned 79, prompting a look back at his life and career. Alongside Freddie Mercury, Roger Taylor and John Deacon, May helped make Queen one of the best-selling bands in history, contributing distinctive layered guitar work to hits such as…

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