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Here Is The First Look At ‘The Art Of METALLICA’ Exhibition Coming To Haight Street Art Center In San Francisco

  • Metallica art exhibition opens in San Francisco on 5 November.
  • Original paintings for two landmark album covers will be shown.
  • Posters, fan art and local music history feature too.

Haight Street Art Center in San Francisco will host “The Art Of Metallica”, an exhibition tracing how visual art has shaped the band’s identity and its connection with the city. Running from 5 November 2026 to 10 January 2027, it brings together album artwork, concert posters and fan…

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Morgan Wallen’s Sand in My Boots Festival to Return in 2027

  • Sand in My Boots returns in May 2027.
  • The festival runs for three days in Gulf Shores.
  • Line-up and ticket details are still to come.

Morgan Wallen’s Sand in My Boots Festival will return for a second edition in Gulf Shores, Alabama, from 21 to 23 May 2027. The country singer says he plans to introduce new stage concepts and improve the overall experience for fans and performers. The festival debuted in 2025…

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3 Songs From 1973 That Even Modern Music Fans Can Get Behind

  • “Piano Man” helped launch Billy Joel’s breakthrough.
  • Jim Croce’s song reached No. 1 and received two Grammy nominations.
  • Bernie Taupin’s song reflects the allure of icons who died young.

Three songs released in 1973 are presented as enduring examples of the singer-songwriter success that marked the year, with appeal for listeners today. The article links their lasting recognition to vivid storytelling and the real or cultural figures behind them. Billy Joel’s “Piano Man”, inspired by his time…

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In 1982, Stevie Nicks used a song to say goodbye to her friend. Since then, it has been streamed 500,000,000 times

  • “Gypsy” was written in memory of Robin Anderson.
  • Anderson died of leukaemia before *Mirage* came out.
  • The song has been streamed 500 million times.

Stevie Nicks wrote Fleetwood Mac’s “Gypsy” in memory of her close friend Robin Anderson, who died of leukaemia before the band’s 1982 album *Mirage* was released. The song turns Nicks’s private grief and memories into a tribute that has resonated with listeners who have experienced loss. Nicks said…

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Dominic Fike Nets First No. 1 on Billboard’s Pop Airplay Chart With ‘Babydoll’

  • “Babydoll” gives Dominic Fike his first Pop Airplay No. 1.
  • The 2018 song climbed after a 1% increase in radio plays.
  • It has amassed 800 million US streams.

Dominic Fike has earned his first No. 1 on Billboard’s Pop Airplay chart as “Babydoll” climbs one place to the top of the chart dated 7 November. The achievement marks another milestone for a song released in 2018, which has gained renewed attention in recent years. The track…

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John Mellencamp says he’ll ‘probably be totally deaf’ after upcoming tour as hearing problems worsen

  • Mellencamp says his hearing problems are worsening.
  • He plans to continue touring despite the difficulties.
  • He says he will not use hearing aids.

John Mellencamp says his hearing has worsened to the point that conversations in noisy places have become difficult, and he expects it could deteriorate further during his upcoming tour. The 75-year-old musician plans to keep performing despite the problem, which he says affects his daily life as well…

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SKID ROW’s SCOTTI HILL On New Singer JUSTIN SARGENT: It Feels ‘Like He’s Always Been Here’

  • Justin Sargent is SKID ROW’s new singer.
  • Scotti Hill says he fitted in immediately.
  • Sargent brings Broadway and rock experience.

SKID ROW guitarist Scotti Hill says new singer Justin Sargent fitted naturally into the band from their first rehearsal and recording sessions. The group announced Sargent on 29 October, introducing him with a cover of The Who’s “Won’t Get Fooled Again”. Hill said Sargent was recommended by the…

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Florence + the Machine set November release for 2026 tour album

  • Florence + the Machine have announced a 22-track live album.
  • It captures their 2026 *Everybody Scream* tour.
  • “Which Witch” is the preview track.

Florence + the Machine have announced *Everybody Scream Tour Live*, a recording of their 2026 tour supporting the album *Everybody Scream*. The live release brings songs from that album together with popular tracks from across the group’s catalogue. The 22-track album is due out on 6 November and…

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Janet Jackson Loves Keke Palmer’s Halloween Tribute With 3-Year-Old Son as Mini Michael: ‘HOW CUTE!’

  • Keke Palmer and her son recreated “Scream” for Halloween.
  • Janet Jackson shared her approval and called them cute.
  • The 1995 track reached No. 5 on the US Hot 100.

Keke Palmer and her three-year-old son Leo dressed as Janet and Michael Jackson for Halloween, recreating the siblings’ black-and-white “Scream” video. Janet Jackson praised the tribute on Instagram, calling it cute. Palmer shared videos of herself performing the choreography while Leo, dressed with long curls and a similar…

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UMG’s share price closes up 7.9% – adding around $2.5B in value – after Q3 subscription growth beats forecasts

  • UMG shares gained 7.9% after its third-quarter results.
  • Recorded music subscription growth beat analysts’ forecasts.
  • Shares remain down about 30% so far this year.

Universal Music Group shares rose 7.9% on Friday, closing at €17.09 after the company reported stronger-than-expected subscription growth for the third quarter. The rebound matters after a steep decline this year, including a sharp fall following its second-quarter results. The shares reached €18.20 during the session, briefly lifting…

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