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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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Tim Burgess’ Merch Market announces 2027 events in London, Manchester and Glasgow

  • The Merch Market returns in 2027 across three cities.
  • Artists can sell merchandise and keep all the proceeds.
  • Glasgow hosts the event for the first time.

Tim Burgess has confirmed that his Merch Market will return in 2027, with events in London, Manchester and Glasgow. The market gives bands a place to sell merchandise without paying a fee, allowing them to keep all the proceeds. The London event is scheduled for 24 January at…

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Remember When Duran Duran Brought New Romantic Flair to a No. 1 Bond Theme in 1985?

  • A joke to Bond producer Cubby Broccoli earned Duran Duran the theme-song job.
  • “A View To A Kill” became the first Bond theme to top the US chart.
  • John Barry helped blend Bond motifs with Duran Duran’s synth-led sound.

Duran Duran landed the chance to record the James Bond theme “A View To A Kill” after bassist John Taylor joked to producer Albert “Cubby” Broccoli that recent Bond themes were poor. The 1985 single brought a sharper New Romantic sound to the series and became its first…

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“I wanted a new band to take it to another level”: Keith Emerson’s road to Emerson, Lake and Palmer

  • Emerson blended jazz, classical and rock influences.
  • The Nice established his progressive music reputation.
  • He formed ELP with Greg Lake and Carl Palmer in 1970.

Keith Emerson’s early musical ingenuity helped shape The Nice before he joined Greg Lake and Carl Palmer to form Emerson, Lake and Palmer in 1970. His drive to take The Nice’s work further led to a band that became one of the biggest acts in 1970s progressive music.…

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The Chin Chins Announce Debut Album ‘Hellcat’

  • Tré Cool’s new band will release *Hellcat* on 6 November.
  • The debut album has eight tracks, including its title song.
  • The Chin Chins have US tour dates with Stray Cats and The Interrupters.

The Chin Chins, a new band featuring Green Day drummer Tré Cool, have announced their debut album, *Hellcat*, due for release on 6 November. The announcement also introduces the title track, which vocalist Sara Rose describes as a late addition that the band felt compelled to record; she…

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Pete Townshend says an avatar version of The Who would be “brilliant”, but doesn’t think Roger Daltrey agrees

  • Townshend likes the idea of a digital Who show.
  • He doubts Daltrey wants to play at the Sphere.
  • The pair may still pursue a special project.

Pete Townshend says he would welcome an avatar show featuring The Who, describing the idea as “brilliant”, but doubts it will happen. He believes Roger Daltrey may not be interested, and says the two would need to work together for a show billed as The Who. Townshend pointed…

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Robert Plant and Saving Grace announce Summer 2027 dates

  • Robert Plant and Saving Grace announce five UK and Irish shows for June 2027.
  • The run ends in Dublin on 29 June.
  • Halifax’s show features support from Kate Rusby and Seth Lakeman.

Robert Plant and Saving Grace will play five UK and Irish shows in June 2027, extending the band’s live schedule with a short run across England and Ireland. The dates bring Plant’s latest project to several historic and outdoor venues, with a Halifax performance supported by Kate Rusby…

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Born 100 Ago Today in the Lone Star State, the Grand Ole Opry Star Who Played Country Music for the Armed Forces During WWII

  • Charlie Walker was born in Texas 100 years ago today.
  • His wartime radio work helped launch a career in country broadcasting.
  • His signature hit reached number two on the country chart.

Charlie Walker, the Texas-born singer and radio DJ best known for “Pick Me Up on Your Way Down”, was born 100 years ago on 2 November 1926. His career bridged country broadcasting and performance, including work for the Armed Forces Radio Network during the Second World War and…

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In 1970, Tony Iommi recorded a Black Sabbath solo he thought sounded “horrible”. Now, the song has over 1,700,000,000 streames

  • “Paranoid” has more than 1.76 billion Spotify streams.
  • Tony Iommi regretted the rushed session and its sound effect.
  • The song remains Black Sabbath’s most-played track on Spotify.

Black Sabbath’s “Paranoid” has passed 1.76 billion Spotify streams, making it the band’s most-played track on the platform and a gateway to heavy music for generations of listeners. The song’s enduring popularity contrasts with guitarist Tony Iommi’s reservations about how it was recorded. Iommi has said the session…

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Tim Booth’s six favourite albums of all time: “Never ceases to hold me”

  • Tim Booth shared six albums that shaped him.
  • His picks span punk, folk, piano-led songs and ambient music.
  • Brian Eno’s *Discreet Music* has stayed with him for 35 years.

James frontman Tim Booth named six albums that have stayed with him, linking each to a personal memory or a particular emotional response. His choices range from punk to ambient music, reflecting his interest in records that offer catharsis, calm or striking performances. The list includes Patti Smith’s…

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Shania Twain to headline State Fayre and confirms new UK2027 tour

  • Shania Twain will headline State Fayre on 19 June 2027.
  • Her UK and Ireland dates run from 16 to 29 June.
  • General ticket sales begin on 6 November at 9am.

Shania Twain will headline State Fayre Festival in Chelmsford on 19 June 2027, as part of a series of outdoor dates across the UK and Ireland. The announcement follows her recent UK appearances supporting Harry Styles at Wembley Stadium and gives fans another chance to see her perform…

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