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NETFLIX On DEMON HUNTER’s Lawsuit Over ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Trademark: ‘These Allegations Are Without Merit’
Netflix has publicly rejected a trademark lawsuit filed by the Christian metal band DEMON HUNTER, calling the claims “without merit” after the band’s corporate entity, Hyde Lane, sued Netflix, Netflix Studios and AEG Presents. The suit, filed on 18 August 2026 in the Central District of California, alleges that the streaming giant’s hit film “KPop…
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Mary J. Blige Opens Up About Choosing Not to Have Any Children: ‘I Saw a Lot of People Struggling’
Mary J. Blige has spoken publicly about her decision not to have biological children, telling Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson on their IMO podcast that watching relatives struggle with the demands of parenthood shaped her choice early in life. The R&B singer, 55, said the conversation matters as a rare candid reflection from a major…
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3 of the Best First No. 1 Hits of 90s Classic Rock
American Songwriter has put together a shortlist of standout debut chart-toppers from 90s classic rock, spotlighting the stories behind each track’s success. The feature highlights how these songs helped define the decade’s rock sound and became enduring favourites long after their chart runs ended. The selection includes Pearl Jam’s “Alive”, inspired by a personal revelation…
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What is a ‘torch song’ and how did Judy Garland deliver the genre’s pinnacle in 1954?
“The night is bitter. The stars have lost their glitter.” The post What is a ‘torch song’ and how did Judy Garland deliver the genre’s pinnacle in 1954? first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
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Fury as Nazi flags and SS armbands spotted up for grabs at ‘nostalgic’ 1940s weekend
A 1940s-themed “nostalgic” weekend has prompted anger after Nazi flags and SS armbands were reportedly seen being offered for sale. Critics said the items were inappropriate for a public event celebrating the period, particularly because they represent a regime responsible for genocide and other atrocities. The dispute highlights the tension between historical re-enactment, collecting wartime…
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3 One-Hit Wonders From 1972 That Soundtracked Every 70s Teen’s Prom Night
This is a nostalgia listicle from American Songwriter revisiting three chart-topping one-hit wonders from 1972 that were staples of American high school prom nights in the early 1970s. The piece highlights how each act enjoyed a single major hit before fading from the charts, a common fate for artists of that era who struck lucky…
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3 Rock Songs From the 1960s That Should Be Studied in Songwriting Classes
This American Songwriter piece is a listicle recommending three 1960s rock songs it considers worth close study for their songwriting craft, arguing that listening to great artists is as instructive as formal lessons. It frames each track as a lesson in a different technique, from genre-blending lyricism to studio experimentation to lyrical influence between artists.…
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Prime Video Unveils Landmark $2 Billion-Plus Investment in Latin American Entertainment
Prime Video has announced a landmark investment of more than $2 billion in Latin American entertainment, covering 2027 to 2030, as it seeks to boost viewership and engagement in what is considered the world’s second-fastest-growing streaming region behind Netflix. The plan, unveiled at an inaugural showcase event in Mexico City, spans original programming, live sports,…
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Max B Open to Working With Jim Jones Again: ‘If It Makes Money, It Makes Sense’
Rapper Max B has signalled openness to reuniting professionally with former collaborator Jim Jones, softening years of tension between the two Harlem artists. Speaking on The Jason Lee Show, Max B declined to detail the cause of their falling-out but said he has moved past any conflict, framing renewed collaboration as a purely commercial decision…