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Empire Of The Sun Singer Says “Of Course” He Uses AI
Empire Of The Sun frontman Luke Steele has said he uses artificial intelligence, responding “Of course!” when asked in an interview with iHeartRadio at the Osheaga Festival. His candid answer stood out amid an ongoing debate within the music industry, where many artists have argued AI should have no role in the creative process at…
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On This Day in 1971, Paul McCartney Introduced the Band He Formed With His Wife That Defined His Post-Beatles Career
On this day in 1971, Paul McCartney announced the formation of Wings, the band he built with his wife Linda following his second solo album, Ram. The group became the vehicle for McCartney’s post-Beatles career throughout the 1970s, evolving from a shaky critical start into one of the era’s most commercially successful acts, with Denny…
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Jason Calhoun – “enjoy losing”
Philadelphia-based ambient composer Jason Calhoun has released “enjoy losing,” the latest single from his forthcoming fifth album for Dear Life Records, revelations of divine love. The track continues a run of previews for the record and reflects Calhoun’s ongoing exploration of blending musical practice with personal and spiritual reflection, this time drawing on an unlikely…
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Lollapalooza 2026: The 11 Best Moments
Rolling Stone has rounded up the standout moments from Lollapalooza 2026, held over four days in Chicago’s Grant Park. The festival made history when P-pop group SB19 became the first all-Filipino act to perform there, while headliners and surprise guest appearances dominated the weekend’s highlights despite a rain delay on Saturday that forced some sets…
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BV Interviews: Yard Act talk new LP ‘You’re Gonna Need a Little Music,’ Gang of Four, North American tour, more
Listen to our full conversation with Yard Act’s James Smith on the August 3 episode of the BV Interviews podcast.
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Tate McRae Says Fans Know Where She Stands Politically: ‘I Think It’s Pretty Obvious What Kind of Person I Am’
Pop star Tate McRae has addressed online speculation that she might secretly support Donald Trump and the MAGA movement, insisting her values are already clear through the causes she backs. The rumours grew after her chart-topping duet with country singer Morgan Wallen, “What I Want,” and after her reported boyfriend, ice hockey player Jack Hughes,…
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Apple takes UK government to tribunal over iCloud encryption demand
Apple has filed a legal complaint at the Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT) challenging a fresh UK government demand for “back door” access to encrypted iCloud data, after the Home Office previously abandoned a similar request last year following a transatlantic dispute with Washington. The company is disputing the government’s underlying power to issue “technical capability…
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Brendan Canty Says “Never Say Never” to Fugazi Reunion: “I Wish We Can All Be Out There Playing”
Fugazi drummer Brendan Canty has said he would not rule out a reunion of the influential Washington, D.C. post-hardcore band, telling Consequence “I never say never” when asked about the group’s future. Fugazi went on hiatus in 2003, having last performed live in November 2002, but Canty’s comments will renew hope among long-time fans that…
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The 1983 song that saved Yes from oblivion: “This is going to be a hit”
In 1983, British prog-rock band Yes achieved an unlikely US number one with “Owner of a Lonely Heart,” a track that revived a group many had written off after years of splits, line-up changes and punk’s rise pushing prog rock out of fashion. The song’s success marked a dramatic reinvention for a band once known…
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4 Romantic Songs From the 80s That Are Perfect for a Wedding Waltz
An American Songwriter feature rounds up four romantic 1980s pop songs that the publication suggests would work well as a wedding waltz. The piece highlights well-known ballads from the decade, noting the backstories behind each track’s creation as told by the artists and songwriters themselves. It matters chiefly to wedding planners or couples seeking a…