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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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DISTURBED’s DAN DONEGAN: ‘We Have’ A New ‘Album Sitting There That We’re Trying To Figure The Timeframe’ To Release

  • Disturbed’s next album is recorded and targeted for release in 2027.
  • The band will review the material before announcing its plans.
  • A new single could arrive before the spring 2027 tour.

Disturbed have completed recording their next album, and guitarist Dan Donegan says they are working out when to release it. The band’s current plan is to put it out sometime in 2027, alongside a return to Australia, New Zealand and Asia, making new music possible before those spring…

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How Melanie C Learned to Embrace Sporty Spice

  • Melanie C says fans warmly welcomed her back on tour.
  • *Sweat* reconnects with her early rave influences.
  • The album reflects both heartbreak and new love.

Melanie C says the enthusiastic response to her recent North American tour showed that a strong community of fans still follows her solo work and Spice Girls history. Her ninth album, *Sweat*, draws on her early love of rave and dance music while reflecting her growing comfort with…

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Celine Dion To Perform Paul McCartney’s Original Songs For Animated Feature ‘High In The Clouds’

  • Celine Dion will perform songs written by Paul McCartney.
  • The animated film is based on McCartney’s 2005 children’s novel.
  • Her Paris comeback residency attracted about 550,000 spectators.

Celine Dion will sing original songs written and composed by Paul McCartney for the animated film *High in the Clouds*, adapted from his children’s novel. Her involvement adds a major musical performance to the project and comes shortly after she returned to live concerts in Paris following years…

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3 Pop Songs From the 1960s That Sound Like the Bands Were Having Way Too Much Fun

  • Three cheerful 1960s pop hits are featured.
  • The songs come from the Angels, Manfred Mann and the Lovin’ Spoonful.
  • Catchy lyrics and lively performances give them lasting appeal.

An article highlights three upbeat pop songs from the 1960s that sound as though their performers were enjoying themselves. It presents the tracks as enduring mood-lifters, with catchy melodies and playful delivery helping explain their lasting appeal. The songs are “My Boyfriend’s Back” by the Angels, “Do Wah…

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In 1971, Led Zeppelin released their most iconic song. 1,300,000,000 streams later, Robert Plant still can’t relate to it

  • “Stairway to Heaven” remains a defining Led Zeppelin song.
  • Plant praises its music but no longer relates to its lyrics.
  • He says he would not write in that abstract style today.

Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven”, released on the band’s untitled fourth album in 1971, became one of rock’s best-known songs. Robert Plant has praised its musical construction, while saying he no longer relates to its lyrics and would not write in that abstract style now. The article describes…

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Scott Herbst Upped To President Of Lionsgate TV Group, Adding Current, Casting & Music Oversight

  • Scott Herbst becomes president of Lionsgate Television Group.
  • His remit now includes current programming, casting and music.
  • Three executives will report to him under the restructuring.

Scott Herbst has been promoted to president of Lionsgate Television Group, expanding his leadership beyond development to include current programming, casting, music and scripted digital series. The change brings several key creative functions under one executive and places Herbst in a broader role shaping the studio’s television slate.…

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Anime Licensing Platform AniBiz Gets $6 Million Investment From Japan’s TBS Group, Toei Animation and TV Tokyo Holdings

  • AniBiz raised an initial $6 million.
  • TBS Group, Toei Animation and TV Tokyo Holdings invested.
  • The platform has more than 30 anime licensors.

Anime licensing platform AniBiz has secured an initial $6 million investment from TBS Group, Toei Animation and TV Tokyo Holdings. The backing from three major rights holders signals support for a central marketplace that aims to connect anime owners with global businesses seeking licensing deals. Launched in July…

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Virgin Media Ireland offers €800 to review GTA 6 after eight hours of play

  • Virgin Media Ireland is offering €800 for eight hours of GTA 6 play.
  • The winner must post a tagged review on Instagram or TikTok.
  • Applications close on 15 November and are limited to Republic of Ireland residents.

Virgin Media Ireland is offering one winner €800 to play Grand Theft Auto 6 for eight hours and share an honest review on social media. The promotion taps into anticipation for the game ahead of its November release, while giving the company visibility through the winner’s post. Applications…

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Feid, Milo J, Cristian Castro & More to Perform at 2026 Latin Grammy Awards

  • Twelve performers have been announced for the 2026 Latin Grammys.
  • The ceremony will pay tribute to José Alfredo Jiménez on his 100th birth anniversary.
  • Edgar Barrera leads this year’s nominees with 10 nods.

The Latin Recording Academy has announced 12 performers for the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards, including Feid, Milo J, Cristian Castro, Grupo Frontera and The Warning. The ceremony will also honour José Alfredo Jiménez, bringing attention to the influence of a major figure in ranchero music on the award…

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’40 Watts From Nowhere’: How a Feisty Pirate Radio Station Stormed the Airwaves in 1990s Silver Lake With Help From the Red Hot Chili Peppers and More

  • KBLT broadcast from Silver Lake between 1995 and 1998.
  • Its eclectic, round-the-clock shows featured well-known musicians as DJs.
  • Rediscovered archive footage inspired a new documentary about the station.

KBLT, a low-power pirate radio station, broadcast an eclectic mix of music in Silver Lake, Los Angeles, from 1995 to 1998. Its story is told in the documentary “40 Watts From Nowhere”, which revisits the neighbourhood’s independent music scene and shows how a community-run station offered an alternative…

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