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May 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Balboa Island’s 31st Parade: Surf Vibes, Music and Community Spirit

The 31st annual parade on Balboa Island will kick off at 11 a. m. on Sunday, May 31, and it promises a wave of nostalgia with its surf‑culture theme. The organizers have chosen the Beach Boys’ classic “Good Vibrations” as a tribute to the late Brian Wilson and the music that shaped Southern Californ

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May 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Events in Aspen: What’s On This Week?

This week in Aspen, there’s no shortage of fun ways to spend your evenings. On May 22, the Pitkin County Library kicks off the summer with a free party, complete with snacks and games for all ages. It’s a great way to meet others while diving into the summer reading challenge, which runs until early

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May 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The Hidden Pulse Behind a Shock‑Chasing Song

A 1994 track from a famous industrial band is often talked about for its loud shock tactics, but digging deeper shows many layers of sound and meaning. The beat is built on hard, mechanical drums that feel like a factory line, yet it also carries strange, experimental sounds that hint at art‑gall

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May 21 2026ART

Festival Lights and Art: A Weekend of Makers in Northampton

The summer’s first big arts event arrives in Northampton this Memorial Day weekend, bringing more than 200 creators together under one roof. Visitors can wander through booths that showcase furniture, jewelry, glass art, garden sculptures, ceramics, fashion pieces, and paintings. The three‑day show

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May 20 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Bebe Rexha and Faithless Take the Top Spot on New Global Dance Chart

Bebe Rexha and Faithless have reached number one on the newest global dance chart, thanks to their song “New Religion. ” The track climbed to the top of the WARM Global Dance Radio list dated May 23. It was released in early March and already earned more than 900 plays on over 200 stations wor

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May 20 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Music speaks louder than silence: why artists should use their voice

Cleveland buzzed with excitement when a rock legend took the stage, but this time fans weren’t just talking about the performance. They were asking the musician to stop sharing opinions. Behind the cheers, critics argued artists should only entertain. But music history shows that’s not how powerful

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May 20 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Getting Ready for Electric Forest 2026 in Rothbury, Michigan

Every June, the small town of Rothbury, Michigan bursts into life with Electric Forest, a massive outdoor music festival. In 2026, the event returns for its fourteenth year, drawing crowds from across the country to a rural festival site owned by Billy Bob’s Campground. The festival spans four days

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May 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

When songs bring people together beyond their differences

Music has always had a special power to unite people, and two legendary musicians recently highlighted how even political divides can fade away when the right tune plays. During a chat on a popular podcast, one iconic artist shared how his band’s classic song turns a crowd of strangers into one big

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May 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Who gets to play with the Bananas? Knoxville picks its favorite

Knoxville has a fun choice to make. Four big names are left in a vote to see who joins the Savannah Bananas for two special baseball games. The team is famous for breaking the rules and making games exciting. Two country singers, Kenny Chesney and Morgan Wallen, are in one matchup. Both grew up in E

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May 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Could Old Friends Florida Georgia Line Reunite on Stage?

Rumors of a Florida Georgia Line comeback are buzzing again. This time, the talk isn’t about new music—but about playing a few shows together in 2027. Tyler Hubbard dropped the hint while chatting on a red carpet in 2026. He and Brian Kelley are seriously considering it, not because they’re rushing,

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