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Laufey was an 'odd fish' in native Iceland. Now she's a jazz-pop star
Click the image to learn more. For years, singer and musician Laufey knew she wanted to be a performer but struggled to find an audience. The child of an Icelandic father and a Chinese immigrant mother, Laufey sometimes felt out of place in Iceland. She tried out for local versions of singing competition TV shows -- The Voice Iceland and Ísland Got Talent -- but it wasn't until COVID-19 lockdown that things started to click. That's when Laufey began posting videos of herself

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Oct 21, 20255 min read


Celebrating A Decade Of TWICE
Click the image to learn more. The girl group is one of K-pop’s most enduring success stories. Ten years ago, nine bright-eyed trainees stepped onto a stage as part of a survival show called Sixteen, unaware that they were about to redefine what it means to be a global girl group. Today, TWICE stands as one of K-pop’s most enduring success stories, a group that not only ruled the Korean charts but transcended borders to become international pop queens. From the infectious hit

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Oct 21, 20255 min read


Anthony Jackson: 23/06/1952 – 19/10/2025
Click the image to learn more. The great bass guitarist Anthony Jackson, born 23 June 1952 in New York City, has died aged 73 after a lifetime of acclaimed session work and performances with countless musical luminaries Beginning on piano and guitar in his youth, Anthony Jackson was drawn to the electric bass through the influence of Motown’s legendary bassist James Jamerson. He quickly became one of the most sought-after session musicians of his time, contributing to thousan

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Oct 20, 20253 min read


Slash Just Dropped the News Every Guns N’ Roses Fan Has Been Waiting For
Click the image to learn more. Entertaining fans all over the world, Guns N’ Roses stayed busy when it came to touring. Over the last few years, they helmed the We’re F’N’ Back tour, the 2023 tour, and their latest – Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things tour. That might easily be the longest name for a tour. But no matter what, fans continue to flock to see the iconic band. Although not straying too far from the stage, Guns N’ Roses seemed

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Oct 20, 20252 min read


Ace Frehley, Kiss Lead Guitarist and Solo Artist, Dies at 74
Click the image to learn more. Paul Daniel “Ace” Frehley, co-founder and lead guitarist of the legendary rock band Kiss and a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, has died following injuries suffered during a fall last month, according to a statement from his family. He was 74. Frehley’s family wrote in the statement: “We are completely devastated and heartbroken. In his last moments, we were fortunate enough to have been able to surround him with loving, caring, peacefu

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Oct 17, 20257 min read


D’Angelo, Soul’s Modern Visionary, Dead at 51
Click the image to learn more. The singer-songwriter's three albums — Brown Sugar, Voodoo, and Black Messiah — were all revered as contemporary classics D’Angelo, the neo-soul trailblazer and modern visionary whose three albums were widely acclaimed as masterful works of art, died on Tuesday. He was 51. “The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life … After a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer, we are heartbroken to announce that Michael D’A

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Oct 15, 20254 min read


Ian Freebairn-Smith, Grammy-Winning Composer Who Arranged for ‘A Star Is Born’ and Sang ‘MASH’ Title Song, Dies at 93
Click the image to learn more. Ian Freebairn-Smith, the Grammy-winning composer who arranged “Evergreen” from “A Star Is Born,” died on Oct. 7 in Folsom, Calif. He was 93. The composer, vocalist and arranger was widely recognized for his work that shaped many of Hollywood’s most notable film and TV soundtracks. In the 1970s and 1980s, he composed scores for TV shows such as “Airwolf,” “Fame,” “Cagney & Lacey,” “Magnum, P.I.” and “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers,” collaboratin

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Oct 14, 20252 min read


Rookie group CORTIS shows off teen swagger on debut EP
Click the image to learn more. When rookie boy group CORTIS first burst onto the K-pop scene in August with styles straight from the pages of a 2000s teen magazine, following in the footsteps of industry icons such as BTS and TOMORROW X TOGETHER, making their mark seemed like a daunting task. But the five teens who made up BigHit Music’s first group in six years — Martin, James, Juhoon, Seonghyeon and Keonho — have the swaggering confidence and youthful charisma to show they'

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Oct 13, 20254 min read


MTV to shut its popular music TV channels after 4 decades: Which popular MTV channels are being closed, and what triggered the big move; all you need to know
Click the image to learn more. The fans of MTV, the world's first 24-hour music broadcaster, were left sad and shocked after Paramount Global announced its decision to permanently shut down five beloved MTV music channels by December 31, 2025. The decision comes nearly 44 years after MTV ruled the hearts of millions worldwide and shaped the worlds of music, fashion, and pop culture. A spokesman for MTV's parent company, Paramount, declined to comment. MTV served entertainment

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Oct 13, 20252 min read


Moody Blues singer John Lodge dies, aged 82
Click the image to learn more The Moody Blues vocalist John Lodge has died "suddenly and unexpectedly", aged 82, his family have...

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Oct 11, 20252 min read


'I love this country': Zach Bryan addresses backlash from song with ICE lyrics
Click the image to learn more. Country star Zach Bryan has responded to controversy sparked by his forthcoming song "Bad News," which...

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Oct 9, 20253 min read


Upcoming Idol Reveals He Is Half-Filipino, Joining The Ranks Of Pinoy K-Pop Stars
Click the image to learn more. While a majority of current K-Pop idols are from Korea, there have been more and more of different...

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Oct 8, 20251 min read


New metal band Zilqy formed by ex-LOVEBITES and Aldious members debuts with EP “Vacant Throne”
Click the image to learn more. All-female metal band Zilqy has officially launched their global debut, with an EP and live show on the...

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Oct 7, 20252 min read


lynch.’s “BRINGER” music video presents fist-pumping anthem filled with intrigue
Click the image to learn more. Lynch.’s upcoming second retake album, THE AVOIDED SUN / SHADOWS, released on September 24. However, at...

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Oct 6, 20252 min read


BLACKPINK's Jisoo Announces New Duet; Rumored To Be With Zayn Malik
Click the image to learn more. Get ready for a new collaboration from BLACKPINK’s Jisoo! On October 6 KST, Jisoo officially announced her...

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Oct 6, 20251 min read


Punk Rock and Fashion Icon Dead at Age 70 After Lapsing into a Coma
Click the image to learn more. Susan Lucas, better known as Soo Catwoman, was a striking presence on the British punk scene. The striking...

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Oct 6, 20253 min read


‘70s Classic Rockers Reunite With Original Members for ‘Special Night’
Click the image to learn more. Four original members joined the touring version of Kansas at a recent show in Kansas. Kansas, the 1970s...

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Oct 3, 20252 min read


Folk Icon James Taylor, 77, Makes Historic Career Announcement
Click the image to learn more. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter is stepping into a new spotlight with a milestone he’s never reached...

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Oct 3, 20252 min read


Little Freddie King – I Use To Be Down | Album Review
Click the image to learn more. 11 songs – 39 minutes 85-year-old Little Freddie King is one of the last great country blues players. Born...

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Oct 2, 20252 min read


‘Tremendous Loss for the World of Music’: Influential Figure Dies at 73
Click the image to learn more. Musicians are flooding social media with tributes after the death of a beloved figure at 73. A towering...

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Oct 1, 20252 min read
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