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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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ASKING ALEXANDRIA’s DANNY WORSNOP Shares New Solo Single ‘Thought You Oughta Know’

  • Danny Worsnop has released the solo single “Thought You Oughta Know”.
  • The breakup song draws on his experience of pretending to be fine.
  • It is expected to feature on his forthcoming album.

Danny Worsnop has released “Thought You Oughta Know”, a solo single that blends rock intensity with country storytelling. The breakup song’s narrator claims he is coping well, but a familiar song on the radio exposes how much he is still affected. Worsnop says it emerged unexpectedly on his…

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The Rolling Stones were once AC/DC’s heroes. In 1980, they knew they had outdone them

  • Angus Young compared “Back in Black” favourably with “Satisfaction”.
  • AC/DC’s 1980 album honoured Bon Scott and established the band’s sound.
  • Malcolm Young enjoyed hearing the Rolling Stones’ blues covers.

Angus Young has said AC/DC’s “Back in Black” improved on the Rolling Stones’ “Satisfaction”, a song he admired for its instantly recognisable sound. The comparison reflects how AC/DC took inspiration from the blues-rooted rock of their heroes and developed a louder, heavier style of their own. Released in…

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David Gilmour replaced Syd Barrett in Pink Floyd. Helping him make a solo record was an ordeal: “It was hell”

  • Gilmour called recording with Barrett “hell”.
  • He still believed Barrett’s talent deserved to be heard.
  • Unclear feedback made the sessions harder to navigate.

David Gilmour said helping Syd Barrett record his early solo music was “hell”, despite believing Barrett had a talent worth capturing. The account highlights the strain of working with Barrett after Gilmour had replaced him in Pink Floyd, as well as the music that made the effort worthwhile.…

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My Chemical Romance score first US number one album with record originally released 20 years ago

  • My Chemical Romance have their first US number one album.
  • The 20th anniversary edition of *The Black Parade* sold 78,000 equivalent units.
  • The band plans to work on a new album next year.

My Chemical Romance have earned their first US number one album with a 20th anniversary reissue of *The Black Parade*. The original record reached number two in 2006, but the expanded edition has now topped the Billboard 200, marking a major chart milestone for the band. The reissue…

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In 1985 Bryan Ferry, Chrissie Hynde and Billy Idol all rejected a song, unaware it would be streamed over 1,000,000,000 times

  • Several singers declined the song before Simple Minds recorded it.
  • It became Simple Minds’ biggest hit.
  • Spotify streams have passed one billion.

Producer Keith Forsey and songwriter Steve Schiff wrote ‘Don’t You Forget About Me’ for the film The Breakfast Club, initially hoping Simple Minds would record it. After the band declined, Forsey approached Bryan Ferry, Billy Idol, Cy Curnin and Chrissie Hynde, but none agreed; Simple Minds eventually recorded…

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4 Songs Improved by Paul McCartney’s Backing Vocals

  • McCartney sang backing vocals on four artists’ songs.
  • He also wrote Ringo Starr’s “Six O’Clock”.
  • His voice helped connect several former Beatles’ recordings.

Paul McCartney contributed backing vocals to songs by Steve Miller, Carly Simon, Ringo Starr and George Harrison, adding his voice to recordings outside his own groups and solo work. The collaborations show how he remained musically connected with fellow artists, including former Beatles, across changing circumstances in his…

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In 1968, Eric Clapton heard an album that showed him a new world. He wanted to join them immediately

  • *Music from Big Pink* changed Clapton’s musical outlook.
  • He admired The Band’s blend of musical influences.
  • He channelled their influence into his solo work.

The Band’s *Music from Big Pink* gave Eric Clapton a new direction in 1968, shifting his attention towards songwriting and a broader blend of musical influences. The article says he was so taken with the group’s sound that he wanted to join them, though he ultimately channelled that…

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Meet the 2026 Latin Grammy Best New Artist Nominees: Aria Vega, Macario Martínez, Delilah & More

  • Eleven artists are nominated for the 2026 Latin Grammy Best New Artist award.
  • The nominees represent a wide range of Latin music styles and regions.
  • Aria Vega, Arath Herce and Delilah Cabrera have notable early career milestones.

The Latin Recording Academy has nominated 11 emerging artists for the 2026 Latin Grammy Best New Artist award, a General Field category that recognises a developing musical voice and can signal wider change in Latin music. The nominees span a broad range of styles and regions, from Mexican…

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In 1971, Led Zeppelin made a classic in 30 minutes. Robert Plant just wanted to “kick ass”

  • Bonham’s beat for “Rock and Roll” came together in about 30 minutes.
  • Plant said the band wanted to make rock feel direct and powerful.
  • The song gave Led Zeppelin’s fourth album a straightforward groove.

Led Zeppelin developed “Rock and Roll” from drummer John Bonham’s frustrated attempt to play the difficult beat for “Four Sticks”. The song took shape in about 30 minutes, with Robert Plant later describing the band’s aim as making rock and roll feel powerful and direct. The track appeared…

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Sepultura End Farewell Tour with Final Concert in Brazil: Video + Setlist

  • Sepultura played their farewell tour’s final concert in São Paulo.
  • The 32-song set spanned 14 albums.
  • The band may return after an extended break.

Sepultura have played the final concert of their farewell tour in São Paulo, closing more than 40 years of touring. The 32-song performance brought together current and former collaborators, including former guitarist Jairo Guedz, and marked the end of a tour that began in Brazil in March 2024.…

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