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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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Aaron Frazer Doubles Down on Soul with New ‘Corners’ EP: ‘Simple Things Can Be Elegant’

  • Aaron Frazer’s new six-track EP focuses on classic soul.
  • *Corners* runs for 19 minutes and includes two singles.
  • Its videos recreate the feel of a 1970s dance show.

Aaron Frazer has released *Corners*, a six-track EP that leans into the late 1960s and 1970s soul music at the heart of his work. After exploring several genres across his solo and band projects, Frazer says he wanted to deepen that sound and show how simple musical choices…

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In 1977, Christine McVie wanted to openly fight her own bandmate: “She cried. She cried a lot”

  • Christine McVie said she confronted Lindsey Buckingham over his treatment of Stevie Nicks.
  • She recalled slapping him and possibly throwing wine.
  • The incident reflected wider tensions within Fleetwood Mac.

Christine McVie said she once slapped Lindsey Buckingham and may have thrown wine at him after he mistreated Stevie Nicks during a Fleetwood Mac concert. She objected to his conduct as unprofessional and unfair to both Nicks and the paying audience. The account links the incident to tensions…

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The 25 Biggest Halloween Songs of All Time on the Hot 100

  • “Thriller” reached the ranking’s top 20 for the first time in 2026.
  • The list ranks 25 songs by their Hot 100 performance.
  • It includes Halloween themes and seasonal words in song titles.

A chart ranking of the 25 biggest Halloween songs, based on their achievements on the Billboard Hot 100, shows which seasonal tracks have performed most strongly over time. Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” is outside the top 10, but rose into the top 20 for the first time in 2026,…

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Dropkick Murphys Singer Interviews Bruce Springsteen, Joan Baez, Chuck D for New Video Series

  • Ken Casey has launched a political interview series.
  • Bruce Springsteen appears in the first episode.
  • Joan Baez and Chuck D are among future guests.

Dropkick Murphys frontman Ken Casey is hosting *Home of the Brave Backstage*, a video interview series in which musicians discuss the Trump administration, opposition to authoritarianism and the future of US politics. Its first episode features Bruce Springsteen explaining why he speaks out, while forthcoming guests include Joan…

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NICKELBACK’s MIKE KROEGER On His Three-Decade Working Relationship With Half Brother CHAD: ‘We’re Just Incredibly Stubborn’

  • Mike Kroeger credits persistence for the brothers’ long partnership.
  • Nickelback is looking ahead rather than centring a *Curb* anniversary.
  • The band’s first substantial break came during COVID.

Nickelback bassist Mike Kroeger says he and his half-brother, singer Chad Kroeger, have stayed together in the band for more than 30 years through stubbornness, persistence and a shared commitment to their goals. He said disagreements were part of working together, but neither brother considered leaving the band…

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‘Dexter: Resurrection’ Quietly Revives a Missing Piece of the Original Show’s Formula

  • Season 2 brings back Dexter’s distinctive opening credits.
  • New York details update the original morning routine.
  • The sequence hints Dexter is returning to old habits.

*Dexter: Resurrection* has restored the elaborate opening credits that were a defining feature of the original series. Their return in Season 2 matters because the sequence uses ordinary morning routines to hint at Dexter’s darker nature, while signalling that the character is settling back into familiar habits. The…

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3 Successful Classic Rock Comebacks in the 90s That Deserve More Respect

  • Neil Young returned to the Top 10 with Pearl Jam.
  • Santana topped charts with *Supernatural* and “Smooth”.
  • Aerosmith’s two 1990s albums reached No. 1.

Neil Young, Santana and Aerosmith each had notable 1990s returns to commercial success, showing how established classic rock acts found new audiences amid changing musical trends. Young was embraced by grunge musicians, Santana scored a major hit with Rob Thomas, and Aerosmith continued to top the US album…

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Vietnam, culture wars, and the 1967 album Robert Plant hails as a psychedelic masterpiece: “Top five”

  • Plant ranks *Forever Changes* among psychedelia’s top five albums.
  • The 1967 record reflected youth culture and social unrest.
  • Psychedelia helped shape Led Zeppelin’s wider sound.

Robert Plant has described Love’s 1967 album *Forever Changes* as one of the top five records in psychedelic music. He linked its appeal to the era’s social unrest and the desire of young people to speak for themselves, showing how the period’s counterculture helped shape his musical outlook.…

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The Smashing Pumpkins Release Latest ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping’ Album Track, ‘Black Stars’

  • The soundtrack has 29 tracks by artists across genres.
  • The Smashing Pumpkins’ “Black Stars” was released on 15 October.
  • The album arrives a week before the film.

The soundtrack album for The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping has a full tracklist, including a new Smashing Pumpkins song, “Black Stars”. The 29-track collection brings together artists across genres and adds music to the latest film in the franchise. Executive produced by Dave Cobb, the album…

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Zack de la Rocha: Turnstile Are a “Bridge” to Bad Brains, Minor Threat, and The Clash

  • De la Rocha sees Turnstile as a gateway to punk and hardcore’s roots.
  • He credits Bad Brains and photographer Glen E. Friedman with shaping the scene.
  • Turnstile’s Washington Monument performance drew 60,000 people.

Zack de la Rocha says Turnstile can act as a “bridge” for younger listeners to discover earlier punk and hardcore bands. He sees the genre’s resurgence as a chance for new fans to explore the music’s roots, while noting he cannot predict whether it will have the same…

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