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Kwame Alexander on Bringing the Free Spirit of Jazz to Young Viewers
The New York Times - 1 May 2025 11:02
The latest in the author's Acoustic Rooster franchise, a PBS Kids special and series aim to teach children the beauty of collaboration and improvisation.
Carla Bley's 1970s Experimental Masterpiece Gets a Belated Premiere
The New York Times - 1 May 2025 11:03
Cultic and unclassifiable -- "clearly some sort of monstrous hybrid" -- Bley's "Escalator Over the Hill," a 1971 album, is being staged at the New School.
What the Cult Singer Daniel Johnston Left Behind
The New York Times - 1 May 2025 11:01
In his music, the songwriter cut to the emotional quick. A new book of his drawings, many never seen before, reveals he did the same in thousands of pieces.
Wolf Alice Is Teasing a Comeback -- and It Could Be the Band's Biggest Era Yet
Billboard - 1 May 2025 11:00
The London band's absence has only underlined its importance.
Scorpions Cancel South American Dates as Singer Klaus Meine's Battles Respiratory Infection
Billboard - 1 May 2025 07:34
As the Scorpions celebrate their 60th anniversary, a pair of South American dates have now been cancelled due to health issues.
'Taskmaster' season 19 cast and where you'll know them from
NME - 1 May 2025 10:00
The esoteric comedy game show returns to Channel 4 on Thursday (May 1) The post ‘Taskmaster’ season 19 cast and where you'll know them from appeared first on NME.
DJ and producer Nick Hannam has died
NME - 1 May 2025 10:05
Hannam has been hailed as "one of the pioneers who helped shape UK Jackin', House & Bass" The post DJ and producer Nick Hannam has died appeared first on NME.
Chappell Roan recalls auditions for The Voice and America's Got Talent: "It was the scariest thing ever"
NME - 1 May 2025 10:08
"The producer or whoever the fuck was watching did not even look up from his phone" The post Chappell Roan recalls auditions for The Voice and America’s Got Talent: “It was the scariest thing ever” appeared first o...
Far Caspian opens up on "First Day"
Ear Milk - 1 May 2025 06:05
Leeds-based, Irish musician Far Caspian (aka Joel Johnston) has released his latest single "First Day". A nostalgic and heartfelt love song, "First Day" opens up with bright, rhythmic guitars alongside…
Neda Boin breaks chains and opens hearts with healing anthem "I Release (All That Doesn't Serve Me)"
Ear Milk - 1 May 2025 10:01
Neda Boin shares a heart-opening voice that lifts spirits and inspires freedom with her feel-good music, "I Release (All That Doesn't Serve Me)." Entity-keepers of new age, easy-listening, and classic…
Bloc Party Announce 20th Anniversary Reissue of 'Silent Alarm'
Billboard - 1 May 2025 06:41
The original 2005 album will be complemented by a selection of rarities, demos, and live cuts.
Tom Cruise says 'Sinners' is "must-see", Michael B. Jordan reacts
NME - 1 May 2025 13:59
The horror has become one of the biggest hits of 2025 so far The post Tom Cruise says ‘Sinners’ is “must-see”, Michael B. Jordan reacts appeared first on NME.
Sheryl Crow says armed intruder invaded her home after she sold her Tesla
NME - 1 May 2025 13:47
"There was a moment where I actually really felt very afraid" The post Sheryl Crow says armed intruder invaded her home after she sold her Tesla appeared first on NME.
Kanye West to Sue Dentist for Allegedly 'Fostering' Nitrous Gas 'Dependency'
Rolling Stone - 1 May 2025 23:51
The rapper and his wife Bianca Censori claim Dr. Thomas Connelly "willfully ignored" red flags and charged West $50,000 a month for nitrous oxide, lawyer says
Tiny Reveals Biggie Apologized To Xscape Moments Before His Death
Hip-Hop Wired - 1 May 2025 23:39
During a recent interview on The Morning Hustle, Tameka "Tiny" Harris revealed a powerful moment that took place just minutes before the tragic death of The Notorious B.I.G.
Robert De Niro shares "love and support" for daughter Airyn as she comes out as transgender
NME - 1 May 2025 23:11
"I don't know what the big deal is" The post Robert De Niro shares “love and support” for daughter Airyn as she comes out as transgender appeared first on NME.
Rihanna's Style Transformation Over The Years, From Red Carpet Newcomer to Fashion Icon
Billboard - 1 May 2025 23:10
A timeline of Rihanna's style evolution.
Live Aid to celebrate 40th anniversary with musical, cast album, special performances and a special night of BBC shows
NME - 1 May 2025 23:01
"This musical is extraordinary, and it brings Live Aid to a new generation" The post Live Aid to celebrate 40th anniversary with musical, cast album, special performances and a special night of BBC shows appeared first o...
2025 Q1 Earnings: Here's What Every Music Company Made
Billboard - 1 May 2025 22:56
Here is a round-up of Universal Music Group, Spotify, HYBE and other music companies' earnings results for the quarter ending March 31, 2025.
Beyoncé Celebrates Tina Knowles' Memoir Becoming a New York Times Bestseller: 'I'm So Proud!'
Billboard - 1 May 2025 22:51
Matriarch is No. 1 on the publication's hardcover nonfiction list.
The Weeknd Signs With WME in All Areas
Billboard - 1 May 2025 22:48
The superstar has left CAA after a four-year stint with the agency.
Lorde Gets Candid About Her Body Image Issues While Making 2021's 'Solar Power'
Billboard - 1 May 2025 22:37
The singer called her upcoming project Virgin a "byproduct" of "fully coming into my body."