MUSIC INDUSTRY

Jan 11 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Soul Music Legend Sam Moore Passes Away at 89

Sam Moore, the high-pitched half of the legendary 1960s soul duo Sam & Dave, has sadly left us at the age of 89. His publicist confirmed that he passed away in Coral Gables, Florida, following complications from surgery. Moore, along with his partner Dave Prater, made a huge impact on the music scen

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Jan 11 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Ed Sheeran's Mission: Music Education for All UK Kids

Ever since Ed Sheeran shot to fame, he's been sharing his love for music with a big goal in mind: helping kids in the UK get the best music education possible. He's launching a foundation to do just that. Why is this a big deal? Well, music education in the UK has been struggling with funding cuts.

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Jan 10 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Relief Efforts Aid L. A. Music Industry After Wildfires

The Los Angeles wildfires have left a trail of destruction, more than 2, 000 homes lost. Among those affected are musicians and industry professionals from the Palisades and Eaton communities. These folks aren't just losing their homes, but also their recording studios and equipment. Nonprofits like

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Jan 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Older Ones Keeping the Music Scene Alive

You might think the music industry is all about youth, but there's a group of unsung heroes who are proving that age is just a number. We're talking about roadies, those hardworking folks who make sure the show goes on smoothly. Surprisingly, many of them are in their 60s and 70s! They've been aroun

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Jan 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Unseen Value of Independent Entertainment

Did you know that small music venues, festivals, and performing arts centers bring a lot more to society than just good vibes? The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) is digging deep into this topic. They've started a big study called "The State of Live" to find out just how much these pla

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Jan 04 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Dave Blunts Speaks Up: From Hospital to Social Media Drama

Rapper Dave Blunts recently found himself at the center of attention, but not for his music. A video of him in a hospital bed circulated online, sparking concern among fans. Dave addressed the situation on Instagram, reassuring everyone about his health and expressing gratitude for their support. Ho

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Jan 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Lil Uzi Vert Pauses for Perfect Tracks

Lil Uzi Vert has some advice for his fans who love to share and listen to unfinished tracks. During a chat with Pitchfork, Uzi made it clear that leaked music isn't ready for ears yet. "It's like catching me without my clothes on, " he said. His point is simple: you can't judge a song until it's com

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Dec 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Kehlani Takes Risks and Stands Up: A Look into Their Journey

Kehlani, known for their versatile use of she/they pronouns, didn’t play it safe with their latest album, “Crash. ” They mixed R&B with rock, dance, rap, and country, diving into unfamiliar territory. This risk paid off big time, earning them three Grammy nominations. But this creative journey wasn’

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Dec 18 2024CELEBRITIES

Shock Claim: Daddy Yankee Accuses Wife of $100 Million Theft

Puerto Rican reggaetón star Daddy Yankee has made a serious accusation. He claims his estranged wife, Mireddys González, took a whopping $100 million from two of his corporate bank accounts. This happened right after he warned her not to make any transactions. Yankee says González and her sister, wh

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Dec 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

U. K. Consults on AI, Music Biz Says Keep Copyright Sacrosanct

The U. K. government is chatting about how and if AI developers can use copyrighted songs to train their AI models. Right now, it's a bit of a mystery for creators and AI firms, making it tricky to know who pays whom. A new normal could let AI companies use songs without permission, but only if crea

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