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In 1966, the best-selling song proved that the times were souring

  • “Paint It Black” topped charts in the UK and US.
  • The song marked a darker turn from earlier pop optimism.
  • Its success coincided with growing social and political strain.

The Rolling Stones’ “Paint It Black” became one of 1966’s biggest songs, reaching number one in both the UK and the US. Its success mattered as a sign of a changing musical mood: compared with the youthful romantic optimism of earlier Beatles hits, the song offered a stark…

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Ella Langley returns to Hot 100 top for record 25th week

  • “Choosin’ Texas” returns to No. 1 for a record 25th week.
  • It logged 20 million streams and 58.6 million radio impressions.
  • Three new or rising songs occupy the Hot 100’s top four.

Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” has climbed back to No. 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100, extending its record to 25 weeks at the top. The run underscores the song’s staying power: it has led the chart in seven separate spells since first reaching No. 1 in February.…

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Breakout Spanish Star Judeline Moves to LA After “Bby Wow” Success With Karol G, Plans to Write New Album in Spanish

  • Judeline is writing her next album in Spanish in Los Angeles.
  • “BbY WOW” led the Global 200 for five weeks.
  • Her new album will follow 2024’s *Bodhiria*.

Spanish singer Judeline has moved to Los Angeles to work on her next album after the success of “BbY WOW”, her collaboration with Karol G and rusowsky. The 23-year-old says she will continue writing her lyrics in Spanish, valuing the language’s sound and the character of her Andalusian…

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Born 90 Years Ago Today in California, the Wrecking Crew Guitarist Who Helped Shape Hits for Nancy Sinatra, the Beach Boys, and Glen Campbell

  • Al Casey was born 90 years ago in California.
  • He became a member of Los Angeles’s Wrecking Crew.
  • His credits include Pet Sounds and “Good Vibrations”.

Al Casey, born in California on 26 October 1936, became a sought-after session guitarist whose playing helped shape recordings by major artists. His move from the Phoenix club scene to Los Angeles made him part of the Wrecking Crew, the influential group of studio musicians behind many popular…

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England-Republic of Ireland U15 World Cup game ends over alleged racism

  • England left the pitch after an alleged racist slur.
  • The referee abandoned the match in Baku.
  • Fifa is gathering reports for an independent review.

England’s Under-15 World Cup match against the Republic of Ireland was abandoned after an England player reported an alleged racist slur by an Irish player. England’s staff informed the referee and withdrew their team in the final minute, making the incident the subject of a Fifa investigation. The…

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METALLICA Shares Pro-Shot Video Of ‘Fade To Black’ Performance From Third Show Of Las Vegas Sphere Residency

  • Metallica shared “Fade to Black” from its third Sphere show.
  • The residency has 24 performances across 12 weekends.
  • Paired Thursday and Saturday shows have different setlists.

Metallica has released professionally filmed video of “Fade to Black” from the third show of its “Life Burns Faster” residency at the Las Vegas Sphere. The performance took place on 8 October, showcasing how the band’s live music is presented in the venue’s immersive setting. The residency runs…

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Duplass Brothers Make Show ‘The Long Long Night’ Free On Spotify

  • The Duplass brothers’ six-episode series is coming to Spotify for free.
  • Episodes are rolling out two at a time over three weeks.
  • The show previously screened at Tribeca, SXSW and ATX.

Duplass Brothers Productions is making its independently produced series *The Long Long Night* free to watch on Spotify, with adverts for non-Premium users. The move gives the show a wider route to viewers after earlier partnerships for a pre-sale and an exclusive screening window. The six-episode series stars…

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John Mellencamp Was Inspired by Shel Silverstein To Write His First No. 1 Hit, Which He Wrote as a Joke

  • Mellencamp wrote “Hurts So Good” as a joke.
  • It became his first Cash Box No. 1.
  • “Jack & Diane” later topped the Billboard Hot 100.

John Mellencamp wrote “Hurts So Good” in 1982, initially as a joke inspired by the songwriting style of Shel Silverstein. The track became his first No. 1 single on the Cash Box chart, helping establish his career after years of releases without a major hit. A friend suggested…

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In 1973, Lindsey Buckingham wrote a quintessential guitar song. In 2026, he still hasn’t matched it

  • ‘Frozen Love’ showcased Buckingham’s distinctive guitar approach.
  • Nicks wrote the lyrics; Buckingham composed the music.
  • Mick Fleetwood heard the track in 1974.

Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks wrote ‘Frozen Love’ for their 1973 album Buckingham Nicks, creating a song that showcased the guitar style Buckingham would develop throughout his career. Though the album attracted little commercial attention, the seven-minute track later helped bring the pair to Fleetwood Mac’s attention. Nicks…

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Comedian Ron Funches Signs With Artists First

  • Ron Funches has signed with Artists First for management.
  • His second stand-up special arrives on 2 November.
  • Funches also has upcoming film and animation roles.

Comedian, actor and writer Ron Funches has signed with Artists First for management, ahead of the release of his second hour-long stand-up special. The move comes as he continues to work across stand-up, television, film and voice acting. Eat Cookies & Die debuts on Gorilla Comedy+ on 2…

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