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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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Nicko McBrain on Iron Maiden Missing Its Rock Hall Induction: ‘I’m Sure We’ll Say Thank You In Another Way’

  • Iron Maiden will thank fans another way after missing its Hall of Fame induction.
  • Nicko McBrain’s memoir covers his life and 42 years with the band.
  • He says he chose a reflective tone over stories of debauchery.

Nicko McBrain says Iron Maiden will find another way to thank fans after missing the band’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction. The drummer’s comments come as his memoir, *Hello Boys and Girls!*, offers a reflective account of his life in music and his 42 years with…

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Brenda Song Says She Felt “Underpaid and Overworked” on Disney’s ‘The Suite Life’ Shows

  • Brenda Song says she felt underpaid and overworked on The Suite Life.
  • She also credits Disney with giving her a platform.
  • Dylan Sprouse says one residual cheque was worth five cents.

Brenda Song says she felt underpaid and overworked while making Disney’s The Suite Life shows, though she describes her time there as a “lovely” experience overall. Her comments highlight concerns about pay and workload for child actors, while acknowledging that Disney gave her a platform. Speaking on former…

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Jill Scott & Kehlani Face Off In Crowded R&B Album Category at 2027 Grammys: Our Predictions

  • Jill Scott is the early frontrunner for best R&B album.
  • Kehlani is close behind after recent chart and Grammy success.
  • PJ Morton and several possible first-time nominees are also in contention.

Jill Scott is tipped to lead a more competitive best R&B album race at the 2027 Grammys, with Kehlani close behind. Scott’s first full-length album in 11 years has earned strong reviews and chart success, making her a possible contender for album of the year as well as…

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4 British-Rock Albums From the 80s That Were Huge Comebacks

  • Four veteran British acts found renewed success in the 1980s.
  • The Moody Blues reached No. 1 in the US with *Long Distance Voyager*.
  • Yes returned to the charts with *90125* and a No. 1 single.

Four established British rock acts regained momentum in the 1980s with albums that helped them reconnect with audiences or continue after major changes. Their stories show how veteran bands adapted to new sounds, personnel and circumstances, with several achieving major chart success. Steve Winwood’s *Arc of a Diver*…

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In 1974, Linda Ronstadt heard a song she was made to sing. Now, it’s one of the only tunes she can listen to

  • Ronstadt preferred singing ballads to rock.
  • ‘Heart Like a Wheel’ was her lasting favourite.
  • Nelson Riddle helped her find music she could live with.

Linda Ronstadt often felt miscast as a rock singer and preferred ballads such as ‘Heart Like a Wheel’, which she said she could have happily sung throughout her career. The song became central to her breakthrough and, in the article’s view, pointed towards the more varied musical styles…

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Adobe Premiere Mobile App Launches Hundreds of Thousands of Tracks Licensed From UMG, WMG

  • Adobe adds hundreds of thousands of licensed tracks to Premiere mobile.
  • Music is initially available in four countries.
  • The tracks are for personal, non-commercial use.

Adobe has added hundreds of thousands of songs licensed from Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group to its free Premiere mobile video-editing app. The move gives creators a way to add popular music while editing videos for short-form platforms, addressing a common difficulty with music access and…

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Garth Brooks plans Nashville country station to support local broadcasters

  • Brooks plans a new Nashville country station called FM-100.
  • Lightning 100 is expected to move to a nearby frequency.
  • FM-100 aims to support local radio and serve the community.

Garth Brooks plans to launch FM-100, a new country music station in Nashville, after arranging to buy the FM dial position used by independent station Lightning 100. The move is intended to help fund Lightning 100 and let it relocate to a nearby frequency, while Brooks says his…

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The 23 Best Christmas Gifts for Parents to Shop Online in 2026

  • A 23-item guide to Christmas gifts for parents in 2026
  • Suggestions range from speakers and earbuds to DNA kits
  • Personalised keepsakes and home comforts are included

Billboard has compiled 23 gift ideas for parents for Christmas 2026, aimed at making a difficult-to-shop-for group easier to buy for. The picks span different interests and routines, from music and travel to hobbies and home comforts. Examples include a temperature-controlled mug, Ancestry DNA kits, a portable Marshall…

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NICKO MCBRAIN Explains Why He Originally Thought It Was ‘Un-Drummer-Ish’ For Drummers To Play Double-Bass Drums

  • McBrain once called double-bass drumming “un-drummer-ish”.
  • He now admires the speed and technique it enables.
  • He used a double pedal on IRON MAIDEN’s “Face In The Sand”.

IRON MAIDEN drummer Nicko McBrain says he once considered double-bass drumming “un-drummer-ish”, but now recognises how it can make fast patterns easier to play. His change of view reflects his appreciation for how newer drummers have expanded the technique and pushed the instrument’s speed and complexity. In the…

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The 10 greatest DVD commentary tracks of all time

  • Physical releases preserve commentary tracks that streaming often omits.
  • Mann’s *Heat* track explains research and Pacino’s character choice.
  • Cast banter on *Ocean’s Eleven* reflects the film’s on-set chemistry.

The article argues that DVD and Blu-ray commentaries are a disappearing part of film culture as viewing shifts to streaming, which rarely includes these extras. It presents commentary tracks as a way for audiences to hear filmmakers and cast members share insights that can change how familiar films…

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