Tag #Music

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Garth Hudson, Keyboardist for The Band, Dies at 87

Garth Hudson, the last surviving member of The Band, died at age 87; his distinctive organ and keyboard playing defined the band's post-psychedelic sound and significantly influenced rock music.

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Village People's Controversial Performance at Trump's Inauguration

The Village People, a disco group with a large LGBTQ+ following, performed at Donald Trump's 2017 presidential inauguration, causing controversy among some fans who disagreed with the president's policies affecting the LGBTQ+ community; the group's member Victor Willis defended the decision as an at...

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Will Oldham's "The Purple Bird": A New Album Reflecting Personal and Artistic Growth

Will Oldham, aka Bonnie "Prince" Billy, released his new album, "The Purple Bird," produced by David "Ferg" Ferguson, marking a pivotal moment in his 32-year career; the album explores themes of love, infidelity, political division, and environmental concerns, reflecting Oldham's personal and artist...

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Carrie Underwood to Perform at Trump's 2025 Inauguration

Country music star Carrie Underwood will sing "America the Beautiful" at President-elect Donald Trump's 2025 inauguration, with other artists such as Kid Rock, The Village People, and Lee Greenwood performing at various events throughout the inaugural weekend.

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Los Angeles Wildfires Expose Duality of City's Image in Music

Recent wildfires in Los Angeles have caused at least 25 deaths, thousands of destroyed homes, and widespread displacement, contrasting sharply with the city's often romanticized image in popular music; songs by various artists reflect both the idealized and harsh realities of L.A., highlighting its ...

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Bob Dylan Joins TikTok Amidst Potential US Ban

Bob Dylan launched an official TikTok account with a montage featuring his songs and a news conference clip, garnering nearly 2 million views, days before a potential US ban on the platform; this coincides with a surge in his music streams due to the recent release of the movie biopic, "A Complete U...

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Noah to Host 2025 Grammys, Incorporating Wildfire Relief

Trevor Noah will host the 2025 Grammy Awards, his fifth consecutive year, which will include a fundraising component for wildfire relief efforts in Los Angeles following recent devastating fires that displaced thousands, including music professionals.

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TikTok Ban Looms: Impact on Music and 170 Million US Users

Facing a potential nationwide ban on January 19, 2025, TikTok, with its 170 million US users, will be temporarily unavailable, impacting music trends and artist promotion; President Trump hinted at a possible 90-day extension.

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Dylan's "Mr. Tambourine Man" Drafts Fetch \$508,000 at Auction

Three early drafts of Bob Dylan's "Mr. Tambourine Man," rescued from the trash by journalist Al Aronowitz in 1964, sold for \$508,000 at a Nashville auction, highlighting the enduring value of musical history and Dylan's creative process.

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Composer and Playwright Claire van Kampen Dies at 71

Claire van Kampen, wife of actor Mark Rylance, died at age 71 on Saturday in Kassel, Germany, following a cancer diagnosis; her death coincided with Rylance's 65th birthday. A prolific composer, playwright, and theatre director, Van Kampen worked extensively with the Royal Shakespeare Company, Royal...

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Blackpool Mourns Entertainment Icon Linda Nolan

Linda Nolan, a member of the 1970s pop group The Nolans, died on Wednesday aged 65 in Blackpool after a long battle with cancer; her death prompted widespread grief in Blackpool's entertainment community, reflecting her decades-long contributions to the town's show business.

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Mobb Deep's London Concert Celebrates "The Infamous"' 30th Anniversary

Mobb Deep, featuring Big Noyd, performed a 26-song set in London on the first night of their European tour, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their seminal album, "The Infamous," and hinting at a new album.

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