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Leakers Beware: All the Music Stars Who Cracked Down, From BTS to Madonna to Ariana Grande
This article outlines how major music artists have used legal action to respond to leaks of unreleased songs and private material, arguing that leaks undermine creative control, release plans and artists’ relationships with fans. – Ariana Grande has sued unnamed hackers, alleging repeated theft and release of unreleased songs, photos and videos since 2011. -…
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Bertie Higgins of ‘Key Largo’ Fame Returns to Billboard’s Adult Contemporary Chart: ‘Write Every Day’
Bertie Higgins, best known for his 1982 hit “Key Largo”, has returned to Billboard’s Adult Contemporary chart for the first time in more than 42 years. His new single “A River” entered at No. 29, marking a notable late-career chart appearance for the 82-year-old singer-songwriter. “Key Largo” reached No. 8 on the Hot 100 and…
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Blonde Redhead Return With Impassioned Song ‘Blood Spilled’
Blonde Redhead have released ‘Blood Spilled’, a new song described as a direct and urgent departure into a fresh creative phase after their 2023 album ‘Sit Down For Dinner’ and 2025 companion release. The track addresses trauma, pain and spiritual endurance, drawing on the band’s experience of reconvening after a horse-riding accident. The song is…
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3 Hit Songs From Underdogs That Outshined The Beatles During Beatlemania
During Beatlemania, The Beatles dominated the charts, but several other artists still achieved major hits that matched or surpassed them. The article highlights three songs that demonstrate how jazz, American pop and Motown retained strong commercial appeal despite the British group’s extraordinary popularity. Louis Armstrong’s “Hello, Dolly!” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100…
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Sesame Street Recruits Post Malone For Storm Special, Releases Chappell Roan Potty Parody
Sesame Street has recruited Post Malone and comedian Michelle Buteau for Storm On Sesame Street, a special about preparing for and recovering from a major storm. Premiering on Netflix and PBS Kids on 3 August, it matters as part of the programme’s continuing use of popular musicians to present practical messages for children. In a…
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Charli XCX debuts ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ in Nashville: Here’s her setlist in full
Charli XCX debuted her ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ album release show in Nashville, with the article presenting the full setlist from the event. The performance matters as it marked the live launch of the project in front of an audience, linking Charli XCX’s music with its wider fashion and film concepts. The available article text does…
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Matt Carmichael Announces New Album ‘Held In The Dark’
Scottish saxophonist and composer Matt Carmichael has announced his new album, ‘Held In The Dark’, due for release on 16 October. The record marks a further evolution of his work within Glasgow’s jazz scene, blending jazz improvisation with more traditional songcraft and a darker, more atmospheric sound. Carmichael worked with Charlie Stewart, Fergus McCreadie, Ali…
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The 1960s band Eric Clapton never wanted to break up: “Over too soon”
Eric Clapton said he felt Blind Faith, the late-1960s supergroup he formed with Steve Winwood, Ginger Baker and Ric Grech, ended before it had fully developed. The band’s short life mattered because it followed Cream’s break-up and brought together prominent British musicians, yet Clapton became uncomfortable with the expectations surrounding his status as a guitar…
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3 Songs From the 1960s That Will Instantly Turn You Into a Fan of R&B
American Songwriter recommends three 1960s recordings as accessible introductions to R&B, highlighting their emotional impact, vocal performances and enduring appeal. – ‘My Girl’ by The Temptations (1965), praised for its recognisable bassline, guitar hook and simple, effective arrangement. – ‘Ain’t No Mountain High Enough’ by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell (1967), presented as an uplifting…