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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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Jay-Z to headline 2027 Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium

  • Jay-Z will headline the 2027 Super Bowl halftime show.
  • The event is set for 14 February at SoFi Stadium.
  • Beyoncé and other guests have not been confirmed.

Jay-Z will headline the 2027 Super Bowl halftime show, moving from producer to performer after working on the event with Roc Nation since 2020. The announcement confirms earlier reports that he had chosen himself for the role. The NFL revealed the news during Monday Night Football on 26…

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What to Know About ‘The Voice’s First-Ever Cut Week

  • Season 30 introduces Cut Week after the Battle Round.
  • Coaches each have seven contestants and must choose three.
  • The remaining singers compete for one Live Show place per team.

Season 30 of *The Voice* has introduced Cut Week, a new phase after the Battle Round that replaces the Knockout Round. It will determine which singers reach the Live Shows, with coaches facing a major set of cuts in what is described as the largest elimination in the…

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The Black Sabbath album Tony Iommi refused to make, and never will: “A bit too excited”

  • Iommi declined an original-line-up Black Sabbath reunion album.
  • He questioned the producer’s understanding of the band.
  • He felt another record could detract from their legacy.

Tony Iommi turned down the chance to make another Black Sabbath album with the original line-up, including drummer Bill Ward. He was concerned about the proposed producer’s approach and whether a new record would match the band’s standards, and felt it was unnecessary after their previous album, *13*.…

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Jay-Z to Headline Super Bowl LXI Halftime Show: ‘A Dream Come True’

  • Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show.
  • The game takes place on 14 February 2027 in Los Angeles.
  • He has helped shape the halftime show through Roc Nation since 2019.

Jay-Z has confirmed he will headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show in Los Angeles, marking his first appearance on the event’s stage. The announcement matters both as a major performance milestone in his career and because he has helped shape the show since 2019 through Roc Nation’s…

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Jay-Z to Perform at Apple Music 2027 Super Bowl Halftime Show

  • Jay-Z will headline the 2027 Super Bowl halftime show.
  • The performance is scheduled for 14 February at SoFi Stadium.
  • Roc Nation will produce the show, with Hamish Hamilton directing.

Jay-Z has been announced as the performer for the Apple Music Super Bowl LXI Halftime Show on 14 February 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The booking fulfils a request from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, who said he had asked Jay-Z to perform when the NFL and…

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This Iconic Slasher Film Has the Coolest Soundtrack

  • *Scream*’s soundtrack blends ’90s alternative rock with horror.
  • “Whisper” gives a school scene a quietly uneasy mood.
  • “Red Right Hand” became a recurring musical warning in the franchise.

Wes Craven’s 1996 film *Scream* is remembered for its self-aware slasher story, and its alternative and indie rock soundtrack helps establish both the setting and the suspense. The article argues that the music works because it reflects ordinary teenage life while adding an unsettling edge. It examines five…

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Adam Levine Calls 14-Year-Old ‘Voice’ Contestant a “Revelation” After Remarkable Sia Cover

  • Brooklyn Marie, 14, won her battle against Kavi Nyx.
  • The pair covered David Guetta and Sia’s “Titanium”.
  • Adam Levine praised Marie’s pure, advanced vocals.

Kelly Clarkson chose 14-year-old Brooklyn Marie over 18-year-old Kavi Nyx after they performed “Titanium” in the final night of The Voice’s Battle Round. Adam Levine called Marie a “revelation”, praising the sweetness and purity of her higher notes, while the coaches also admired Nyx’s distinctive style. Clarkson said…

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Sufjan Stevens returns to the stage for first musical appearance in eight years

  • Stevens performed publicly for the first time in over eight years.
  • He joined Meg Lui for “Elvis Queen” in Kingston.
  • Stevens produced Lui’s album *Instant Validation*.

Sufjan Stevens made his first public musical appearance in more than eight years, joining singer-songwriter Meg Lui on stage in Kingston, New York. The performance offered a rare glimpse of Stevens’ return to music after he disclosed in 2023 that he had Guillain-Barré syndrome, a disorder that affected…

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“I Feel Like She’s My Finalist”: Adam Levine Stunned by Contestant’s “Otherworldly” Battle Round Performance on ‘The Voice’

  • Lexi Stephens won her Battle Round against Marilyn Hucek.
  • Adam Levine said Stephens could win The Voice.
  • Coaches praised both singers’ contrasting styles.

Lexi Stephens won her Battle Round performance against fellow Team Adam singer Marilyn Hucek on The Voice, after the pair sang Paramore’s “All I Wanted”. Coach Adam Levine chose Stephens, saying he believed she could win the competition and describing her as a possible finalist. The result matters…

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In 1983, David Bowie wrote his favourite song, only for Nile Rodgers to ruin it

  • Bowie said “Ricochet” was one of his favourite songs on *Let’s Dance*.
  • He felt Nile Rodgers’s rhythm did not match his intentions.
  • The album’s success left Bowie frustrated about his creative direction.

David Bowie said that creativity meant taking risks and moving beyond familiar ground, but the article argues that he began following musical trends in the 1980s. His commercially successful 1983 album *Let’s Dance* brought him frustration because its reception made him feel seen as a chart act rather…

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