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Hira Qaiser was crowned the Pakistan Idol SOOPER Star, marking the culmination of a nationwide search for Pakistan's next musical sensation.
VIVO Orchestra, conducted by Paniz Faryousefi, will perform at Tehran’s Rudaki Hall on Monday evening, featuring a program of works by renowned Iranian and international composers.
Young people are rediscovering compact discs, with searches for players up 96% at John Lewis and popular models sold out online.
Ariana Grande has once again called out the Trump administration for using her music without her consent. The singer directly commented on a Team Trump TikTok post, writing 'Never use my music again. Also, your truth is false.' This is the second time in two months that G…
Summer Sonic’s future is looking more Japanese
The 25th edition of Summer Sonic showed a festival increasingly comfortable with eclecticism and increasingly reliant on Japanese talent.
Chinese Idols in Shanghai Urged Not to Sing Japanese Songs
Local authorities in Shanghai have urged some Chinese amateur underground idol groups not to sing Japanese songs amid tensions between the two Asian neighbors over Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan.
Kanye West concerts trigger frenzy in Russia
Kanye West's announcement of two stadium concerts in Russia has sent the local media and political scene into a frenzy. Over 100,000 tickets have been sold, despite most American and European artists shunning Russia since its offensive on Ukraine in February 2022.
BTS fans in Toronto are preparing for the South Korean supergroup's long-awaited return to the city, with thousands expected to gather for two sold-out concerts this weekend.
Adobe has made its Firefly AI assistant's music, voiceover, and sound effects generation tools generally available. The tools, which include Generate Music, Generate Speech, and Generate Sound Effects, allow users to create fully licensed tracks, voiceover, and sound effe…
Ariana Grande discusses her Eternal Sunshine Tour and its impact on her relationship with fans.
In Syria, metal fans have been secretly enjoying their passion for heavy metal music between isolation, creativity, and persecution over the years. A true story.
A theater-orchestral production based on the legendary Iranian archer Arash is set to debut in Tehran.
Five-time Grammy award winner Angélique Kidjo has become the first African musician to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Frank Beard, the drummer for the rock band ZZ Top, has died at the age of 77. The cause of death was not immediately provided, but the band's publicist said he was in hospice care when he passed away at his ranch in Richmond, TX, with family members at his side.
Spotify adds notes to playlists: you can leave memories alongside songs, podcasts, and audiobooks
Spotify has introduced a new feature called Spotify Playlist Notes, which allows users to add a small note to the contents of their playlists. This feature enables users to make their playlists more personal and allows them to leave notes that help them remember the emoti…
Prosecutor Binu Palal told the jury that Duane 'Keffe D' Davis handed a gun to someone in the back seat of a white Cadillac and ordered them to shoot Tupac Shakur in an act of revenge for the beating of his nephew. Davis is charged with murder with a deadly weapon with th…
Spotify has expanded its User Notes feature to include Playlist Notes, which allow users to add context to podcast episodes and audiobooks in their playlists.
Cruz Beckham, the youngest son of Victoria and David Beckham, left his management firm TaP Management due to Victoria's objection to changing his last name.
A new generation of Catalans tries to rekindle the independence movement
A new generation of Catalans is fighting to preserve their identity and language, turning to culture instead of politics after years of failed political attempts to establish independence.
Nigeria: Ayra Starr Releases Highly Anticipated Album, 'Starrgirl'
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has released her new album, 'Starrgirl,' featuring 16 tracks and collaborations with artists like ZAYN, Leon Thomas, and Wizkid. The album follows a year of significant milestones for the 2x GRAMMY-nominated artist.
Thousands of Bonnie Tyler fans line the streets in Mumbles, Swansea, Wales for her funeral procession. Fans throw flowers and sing.
Nate Sloan and Charlie Harding, hosts of the popular music podcast Switched on Pop, discuss their love of fresh vegetables and guitar pedals in a recent interview. The duo, who have been analyzing pop music for 12 years, recently brought their show to Netflix.
Singaporean DJ Likie Low incorporates everyday sounds into her set at Tomorrowland, a world-renowned electronic dance music festival.
Iranian music fans gathered to bid farewell to traditional singer Iraj, who passed away at 94 after a period of illness. He was a renowned figure in Iran's music scene, delivering 2,000 songs and performances throughout his career.
Iranian musician Mohsen Sharifian performed a musical piece at the Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima to convey messages of peace and friendship.
Katseye seeks to show raw side in new ‘Wild Hearts’ film
Katseye, a culturally diverse girl group, is eager to show a more raw and authentic side through its upcoming EP and tour, as well as the concert film ‘Katseye: Wild Hearts’.
Spotify asks creators to label songs when they’re AI-generated
Spotify is rolling out a new label to identify AI-generated artist identities amid growing concerns about AI-generated music. The company won't recommend songs labeled 'AI Persona' in suggested playlists unless the subscriber specifically chooses to receive them.
The man behind 25 years of Summer Sonic
Naoki Shimizu, president of Creativeman Productions, has overseen the growth of Summer Sonic over the past 25 years, learning many lessons along the way. The festival has grown from two stages and 29 musical acts in 2000 to a three-day anniversary edition with 199 artists…
A backup singer for the late Nigerian Juju and Highlife musician, Saint Janet, revealed that she transitioned from gospel to sexually explicit songs because it significantly boosted audience engagement, bookings, and income at events.
Cardi B has responded to fans who criticize how she promotes her music, saying complaints about her releases and music videos will not make her work harder.