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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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METALLICA And ‘Red Cross’ Rock Blood Donation Ahead of Upcoming Connecticut Shows

  • Metallica and the Red Cross are holding three blood drives in Connecticut.
  • Donors will receive a limited-edition T-shirt while supplies last.
  • The campaign has collected about 93,000 donations worldwide.

Metallica and the American Red Cross are organising three blood-donation sessions at Mohegan Sun ahead of the band’s upcoming Connecticut concerts. The event continues a campaign that encourages fans to donate and supports patients who need blood. Eligible donors can give in the Uncas Ballroom on 18 November…

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The Castellows’ Lily Balkcom goes viral with Grand Ole Opry Instagram photo dump post

  • Lily Balkcom’s Opry photo post attracted attention.
  • The Castellows have performed at the venue five times.
  • The trio has announced its first full album.

Country trio The Castellows drew fresh attention after Lily Balkcom shared a collection of photos from their latest Grand Ole Opry performance. The post highlighted the group’s growing profile as its popularity has risen over the past couple of years. The trio, made up of sisters Lily, Ellie…

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Kate Siegel on Carrie’s Killer Soundtrack, Floating Cars, and Her Feature Directorial Debut Method: Podcast

  • Siegel directed Carrie’s party episode.
  • Its soundtrack was developed through extensive research.
  • Her feature debut Method is in preparation.

Kate Siegel says she shaped the party episode of Prime Video’s Carrie to give its central character a rare moment of happiness, making the horror that follows more affecting. The actor and director also discussed expanding the story’s themes of female rage and preparing to direct her first…

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In 1974, Elton John gave his producer chills, himself a headache, and 17 years later, another number one

  • Elton John nearly rejected “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me”.
  • His producer and fellow musicians recognised its potential.
  • A 1991 duet with George Michael topped charts in both countries.

In 1974, Elton John nearly dismissed “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me” as “a load of crap”, despite those around him believing it was a hit. The episode captures the erratic studio behaviour of a period when his rapid rise to fame was accompanied by growing…

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K/DA Q&A: Sophie Powers, new voice of Evelynn, talks ‘Firestarter’ EP, her K-pop biases, and League of Legends Worlds performance

  • Sophie Powers is K/DA’s new voice of Evelynn.
  • “Firestarter” topped Spotify’s US and global charts.
  • She will perform at the Worlds Grand Finals in Brooklyn.

Sophie Powers, a 22-year-old Canadian singer-songwriter, has joined Riot Games’ virtual K-pop group K/DA as the new voice of Evelynn. The group’s four-track comeback has brought renewed attention to the League of Legends music project, with “Firestarter” reaching the top of Spotify’s US and global charts. Powers said…

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4 Acts That Surely Belong in a Big-Tent Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

  • The article names four acts it says deserve Hall of Fame recognition.
  • Styx and Squeeze are praised for songwriting and enduring careers.
  • De La Soul and Aimee Mann are also put forward for induction.

The article argues that Styx, Squeeze, De La Soul and Aimee Mann should be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, which has not honoured any of them. It says a broad view of the Hall’s remit should recognise their influence and achievements across arena rock,…

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Westwood Recordings Enters JV With Monstercat, With Eye on Artist Development & Global Reach

  • Westwood and Monstercat have formed a joint venture.
  • The deal brings funding and global infrastructure.
  • Plans include artist development and a publishing arm.

Westwood Recordings has entered a joint venture with Monstercat, giving the Vancouver-based independent label access to funding, global distribution and other business support. The deal is intended to help Westwood develop artists and expand its reach while its founder, Nick Middleton, continues to run the label. Monstercat will…

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Brandy, Lena Waithe & More Named Members of 2026 Ebony Power 100 Honoree Court

  • Six figures named to the 2026 Ebony Power 100 Court.
  • The gala takes place in Los Angeles on 9 November.
  • Kirk Franklin and T.I. will headline the entertainment.

Brandy, Lena Waithe and Byron Allen are among six special honourees named to the 2026 Ebony Power 100 Court. The group will be celebrated at the gala in Los Angeles, which recognises influential figures across Black American life and reflects this year’s theme, “The Stories We Shape”. The…

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Bob Dylan Played ‘Not Dark Yet’ for First Time in Seven Years, and Totally Reimagined It

  • Dylan revived “Not Dark Yet” after seven years.
  • The new version adds a light reggae touch.
  • His European tour runs until 8 December.

Bob Dylan performed “Not Dark Yet” live for the first time in seven years at a Düsseldorf concert on 27 October, giving the song a notably different sound. The rearrangement added a light reggae feel and made its usually sombre lyrics seem more optimistic, showing how Dylan continues…

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Foo Fighters revisit their debut single during Jimmy Kimmel residency

  • Foo Fighters performed their 1995 debut single on Kimmel.
  • Dave Grohl wrote the debut record while seeking a new direction.
  • The residency opened with a song from Your Favorite Toy.

Foo Fighters performed “This Is a Call”, their first single, during their week-long residency on Jimmy Kimmel Live. The song’s return to the set revisited the band’s beginnings and Dave Grohl’s move from Nirvana drummer to frontman. Grohl wrote the band’s 1995 debut album in 1994 as he…

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