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The 1980 single Billy Joel wrote as a middle finger to his critics: “Publicly stating your prejudices”
Billy Joel’s 1980 single ‘It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me’ was written partly as a rebuke to critics who dismissed his music as unfashionable or derivative. The song matters because it became one of his biggest hits while directly challenging the idea that changing styles and trends should determine whether music is worthwhile. Joel…
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Kavinsky told NME how another collab with The Weeknd could have been on the way “soon”
French electronic producer Kavinsky, real name Vincent Belorgey, has died at the age of 50 after being found at his home in Paris on Tuesday 28 July 2026. Investigators have opened a probe into the cause of death, though first responders reportedly found “no suspicious elements” at the scene. In a February 2022 interview with…
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Writer-Director Alex Hanno Signs With Untamed Artists LA
Los Angeles-based writer-director Alex Hanno has signed with management company Untamed Artists LA, joining its roster and gaining wider representation for his writing and directing work. The move reflects industry interest in Hanno’s growing body of film work, which blends commercial concepts with a distinctive creative voice. Hanno’s credits include the upcoming psychological thriller Bravado,…
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Every Baby Boomer Alive Remembers These 4 Classic Rock Jams From 1962
This American Songwriter piece revisits four songs from 1962 that it says helped lay the foundations of modern rock music, arguing that baby boomers will instantly recognise them as touchstones of the genre’s early evolution. The article frames the year as pivotal, noting that the guitar-driven, rhythmically powerful style pioneered then went on to shape…
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All of Bad Bunny’s Music Videos With 1 Billion Views: ‘Dákiti,’ ‘Callaíta,’ ‘Titi Mé Preguntó’ & More
Bad Bunny has extended his record as the artist with the most videos in YouTube’s “Billion Views Club,” reaching 20 entries with “Me Acostumbré,” his 2017 collaboration with Arcángel, in July 2026. This cements his standing as a dominant force in global streaming, putting him well ahead of J Balvin, who has 16 videos in…
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TONY IOMMI’s New Vocalist And Collaborator JORN LANDE: ‘I Am Extremely Proud To Have Been Co-Writing And Singing On This Album’
Norwegian singer Jorn Lande has spoken publicly about co-writing and performing on Tony Iommi’s forthcoming solo album “From The Dark”, confirming his role as vocalist and collaborator on the Black Sabbath guitarist’s new project. Lande, credited as co-writer on all eight tracks, announced the news on social media, calling it an honour to work with…
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‘I’m very sorry’: Mancini apologises after being reappointed as Italy head coach
Roberto Mancini has apologised after being reappointed as Italy’s head coach, three years after quitting the role to take a lucrative contract with Saudi Arabia. His return comes as Italy try to rebuild following a third consecutive failure to qualify for the World Cup, which triggered the resignations of federation president Gabriele Gravina and coach…
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Such A Special Moment 🥺
This is a YouTube Shorts clip titled “Such A Special Moment 🥺”, posted in the short-form vertical video format that YouTube uses for quick, shareable clips. The emotional emoji in the title signals a heartfelt or touching moment that the creator wanted to capture and share. Beyond the title, no further details about the artist,…
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Blonde Redhead – “Blood Spilled”
Blonde Redhead, the veteran New York indie rock trio, have released a new single called “Blood Spilled,” their first new music since 2023’s album Sit Down for Dinner. The release matters as a fresh addition to the catalogue of a band with over 30 years of history, known both for its atmospheric sound and for…