US musician Oliver Tree was among six people killed when his helicopter collided with another over Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The crash, which occurred Sunday, caused one helicopter to fall onto a dealership car park, igniting around 20 vehicles. An investigation is underway.
US musician Oliver Tree was among six people killed when two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Sunday. The crash, which saw one helicopter fall onto a dealership car park igniting around 20 vehicles, is under investigation.
Taylor Swift è diventata la più giovane donna ad essere inserita nella Songwriters Hall of Fame. Nel suo discorso, ha ringraziato la famiglia e consigliato ai giovani cantautori di dare priorità a ciò che amano.
Jessie J, Jessica Cornish, is finding success in China's music market, performing on the show "Singer" and adapting lyrics to local cities. The Chinese market, strengthened by copyright laws and post-Covid industry growth, is lucrative for Western artists like Westlife and Charli XCX, who adapt to local preferences for melody and vocal technique, despite challenges like censorship and tattoo visibility rules.
The Songwriters Hall of Fame has revealed its 2026 inductees, honoring prolific songwriters behind hits like Mariah Carey's 'All I Want for Christmas is You' and Beyoncé's 'Single Ladies'. The 55th annual ceremony in New York City also presented the Johnny Mercer Award to John Fogerty and the Hal David Starlight Award to Raye.
Taylor Swift, 36, became the youngest woman inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in an emotional 21-minute speech. She tearfully thanked her family for their sacrifices, including moving to Nashville when she was 14. Swift was introduced by Steven Spielberg and highlighted songwriting as the only instinctual aspect of her career.
South London singer-songwriter Lola Young, 25, made a triumphant return to live performance in Manchester, showcasing her vulnerability and Y2K style. Despite past struggles with addiction and a stage collapse, her "Manchester mantra" and relatable lyrics resonated with a devoted Gen Z audience, culminating in a standing ovation for her hit "Messy."
Kelsey Lu's new album, 'So Help Me God,' is a cohesive and purposeful artistic statement, showcasing a sharpened vision after a seven-year hiatus. The album features eclectic guests like Jack Antonoff and Kim Gordon, whose contributions are seamlessly integrated into Lu's unique blend of experimental pop-soul.
Singer-songwriter Hsieh Chen-ting, a Golden Melody Award winner, had his NT$50,000 bail forfeited after failing to appear in court for charges including alleged threats with nude photos and brandishing a knife during a dispute with his ex-girlfriend. He has since reported to the police twice but was advised to contact the court directly.
Andoni Iraola has verbally agreed to become the new Liverpool head coach, replacing Arne Slot. Iraola's attacking style is seen as a better fit for the club's desired identity than Slot's possession-focused approach.
Singer-songwriter Emma-Lee Moss, known as Emmy the Great, uses her memoir 'My Cantopop Nights' to explore Hong Kong's history and her own identity through the lens of Cantopop music. The book delves into iconic songs and artists, linking them to personal experiences and the city's turbulent past.
A mural project in Rio de Janeiro, called NegroMuro or BlackWall, aims to commemorate Afro-Brazilian history and figures, with over 80 murals across the city.
Kagawa Governor Toyohito Ikeda announced plans to create a new prefectural anthem, commissioning songwriter Masashi Sada for lyrics and music. The project aims to foster local pride and will be funded by the "Prefectural Day" establishment budget.
Barry Manilow, 82, discusses his recent lung cancer surgery, his new album, and upcoming tour, dispelling rumors of retirement. He reflects on his career, critical reception, and personal life, including his relationship with his mother and husband Garry Kief.
Japanese singer-songwriter Keina Suda is excited for her first concert in Seoul, part of her '2026 GLIMMER' Asia tour. Known for hits like 'シャルル' and themes for popular anime, Suda aims to provide a comforting musical experience for her fans.
BBC Sport's Chris Sutton is in a tight race against Microsoft's AI chatbot Copilot for the predictions title. With one round left, they are tied on outright wins, making Sunday's Premier League fixtures crucial for Sutton to "save the human race" from AI.
Spotify and Universal Music Group have partnered to allow Premium users to create AI-generated remixes and covers of participating artists' songs, ensuring consent, credit, and compensation for artists.
Canadian songwriter Mario Lapointe, known as Vintage, bought Scottish lower league club Dumbarton a year ago, saving it from liquidation. He plans to implement a revenue-sharing model for the women's team and foster a more professional environment.
Jem Calder's debut novel, "I Want You to Be Happy," explores modern relationships with a factual, affectless prose. It details a couple's interactions, highlighting their digital lives and the environmental specifics of contemporary dating, while also delving into their inner lives and artistic aspirations.
Billy Joel has publicly condemned the upcoming biopic 'Billy & Me,' which focuses on his first manager, Irwin Mazur. Joel's representative stated the project lacks his life and music rights, calling it 'legally and professionally misguided.' The film's screenwriter and a consultant dispute this, claiming they have Mazur's life rights and the film focuses on relationships, not music rights.
Kylie Minogue's Netflix documentary reveals the pop star's private struggle with a second cancer diagnosis in 2021, disclosed in the final moments. The series also explores her first cancer battle in 2005, family devastation, and career highs and lows.
Canadian singer-songwriter The Weeknd will perform two concerts at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium in October as part of the final leg of his “After Hours Til Dawn” world tour, confirming an earlier report by the South China Morning Post. The announcement coincides with K-pop act Babymonster’s reveal on Monday that the girl group will perform in the city on January 9 next year at AsiaWorld-Arena, marking the final leg of a regional tour. The Weeknd revealed on Monday that his Hong Kong shows would...
Canadian singer-songwriter The Weeknd will perform two concerts at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium in October as part of the final leg of his “After Hours Til Dawn” world tour, confirming an earlier report by the South China Morning Post. The details coincide with K-pop act Babymonster’s announcement on Monday that the girl group would perform in the city on January 9 next year at AsiaWorld-Arena, forming the final leg of their world tour in Asia and Oceania. The Weeknd revealed on Monday that the...
Canadian singer-songwriter The Weeknd will perform in Hong Kong for the first time in eight years as part of the final leg of his “After Hours Til Dawn Tour”, with sources telling the South China Morning Post that the concert is set to take place at Kai Tak Sports Park in October. Live Nation on Wednesday posted a cryptic teaser video across several regional social media accounts, including those for Hong Kong, Singapore and Thailand, with the caption: “A Foreshadowing Of The Final...
