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January 2022

Adam G. Doctor Jan 31, 2022

Thirty-one-year-old singer-songwriter Mitski Miyawaki is part of a new generation of musicians straddling the worlds of DIY indie underground and mainstream stardom. She began her career with a self-released album in 2012, after studying…

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Englewood Artist Explores ‘The Black Chicago Experience’ in Photo Exhibit

Adam G. Doctor Jan 31, 2022

ENGLEWOOD — Black joy and liberation are the focus of an exhibition created by an Englewood artist and opening in February. Artist Isiah"ThoughtPoetVeney's gallery uses photographs from the past decade to shine a light on South Side…

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Limerick singer-songwriter returns to writing ‘honest to goodness’ songs

Adam G. Doctor Jan 30, 2022

LOVE, longing and resilience are the main themes of a new EP, Echoes, which has just been released by West Limerick singer-songwriter Paul Dunworth. The five-track EP, which was released on Friday, is just part of Paul's creative…

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Alice Glass: Prey//IV review – songs of trauma and recovery | India

Adam G. Doctor Jan 30, 2022

A your first solo album more than 15 years after the start of your career would be a delicate transition for any musician; it's hard to imagine how difficult this must be for Alice Glass. In 2017, she alleged that Ethan Kath, the other…

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Kellie Kel is back with A Bang, and she’s taking over as influencer and independent artist

Adam G. Doctor Jan 30, 2022

(The Magazine Plus Editorial): - Dallas, Texas January 29, 2022 (Issuewire.com) - Kellie Kel is a rapper, songwriter, actress, model, author and Tik Tok sensation from Detroit Michigan. Well-established musician Kellie Kel grew up with…

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The Harlem School of the Arts will hold a master class with TS Monk

Adam G. Doctor Jan 29, 2022

The Harlem School of the Arts will host Adegoke Steve Colson, Grammy nominee and composer/pianist, recipient of the 2021 South Arts Jazz Road Creative Residencies Fellowship, funded by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation. With funding…

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Who is Lana Condor’s fiancé, Anthony De La Torre? Meet him

Adam G. Doctor Jan 28, 2022

Actress Lana Condor, famous for the To all the boys film franchise, announced their engagement to Anthony DeLaTour on January 28, 2022, and her fans were immediately curious to find out who her fiancé is. "Saying YES was the easiest…

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Lower rates do not respond to short-term loans | Editorials

Adam G. Doctor Jan 28, 2022

Consumer advocates and those trying to protect those less fortunate are bracing for a fight that…

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Jazz school dropout turned rising indie-rock sensation Wallice headlines debut LA show | new…

Adam G. Doctor Jan 28, 2022

Indie-rock singer Wallice Hana Watanabe, better known by her stage name Wallice, is making her way to stardom at a rapid pace. After her single "Punching Bag" hit popular Spotify playlist Lorem, Wallice gained a big enough following to…

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The 13 Best Movies From This Year’s Sundance Film Festival

Adam G. Doctor Jan 28, 2022

Written and directed by first-time director Max Walker-Silverman, A love song stars Dale Dickey and Wes Studi, two unforgettable screen veterans, as old flames, now widowed, reunited at a backcountry campsite. A tender and moving love…

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THE LLOYD PRICE MUSICAL, from March 9 to April 3

Adam G. Doctor Jan 28, 2022

Before Rosa Parks refused to go to the back of the bus, before Martin Luther King, Jr. inspired a movement, Lloyd Price's music brought young blacks and whites together. From obscure beginnings to overnight teenage sensation, unsung…

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A gifted guitarist-composer evokes original rhythms and lyricism: Mike Villet releases a new album

Adam G. Doctor Jan 27, 2022

Titled "Bakers Dozen", Mike Villet's latest album is a collection of rhythmic compositions that are sure to set him apart in the world of Blues, Jazz and Country. Bringing with him decades of experience and a fervent passion for music,…

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‘The Godfather of Alternative Comedy’: Eddie Izzard, Paul Merton and more on Spike…

Adam G. Doctor Jan 27, 2022

Jhe tortured comedians' lives form a biographical genre in their own right; there is always an audience for a clown's tears. No wonder Nick Newman and Ian Hislop chose Spike Milligan as the subject of their new play. Milligan, who died…

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Spotify pulls Neil Young’s music after his ultimatum

Adam G. Doctor Jan 26, 2022

“They can have Rogan or Young. Not both,” Neil Young's ultimatum to Spotify read on Monday. Today, Spotify chose Joe Rogan. The "Down By The River" singer wrote an open letter on his website (which has since been taken down) telling…

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Jason Aldean receives the 2022 Humanitarian Artist Award

Adam G. Doctor Jan 26, 2022

Country broadcasters reward Aldean for his charitable efforts Jason Aldean has been named the recipient of the 2022 Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB) Artist Humanitarian Award. Aldean will be honored with the Artist Humanitarian Award…

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Review: Octogenarian John Mayall’s blues continue to shine

Adam G. Doctor Jan 25, 2022

John MayallThe sun is shining(Forty below the records)3 1/2 out of 5 stars It's been a long, long journey/And I don't have time to stop/It's been so good so far/Not bad for an old Brit, sings blues legend John Mayall on the…

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Neil Young calls for his music to be removed from Spotify in response to Joe Rogan vaccine…

Adam G. Doctor Jan 25, 2022

Neil Young has asked Spotify to remove his music from the platform in response to Joe Rogan's "false vaccine information" that the company helped spread. Young shared an open letter about it with his management and record label, which has…

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Tenor Santiago Ballerini returns to Atlanta Opera for “Penzance”

Adam G. Doctor Jan 24, 2022

"I was learning from scratch." Ballerini explains. “I was a therapist. I played the piano, but I was not so familiar with opera. Something special happened to me. They did "Don Pasquale” and the tenor who sings Ernesto fell ill before…

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Celebrities moving to Nashville include Kathie Lee Gifford, Maneet Chauhan

Adam G. Doctor Jan 24, 2022

Nationally known celebrities — who aren't even country singers — are among recent waves of people flocking to Music City and the area. Here are some of the most famous new residents of the past 20 years.Kathie Lee GiffordLongtime…

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North East Music Festival guide: What’s happening and where in Sunderland and beyond for…

Adam G. Doctor Jan 23, 2022

After two summers of uncertainty, cancellations and Covid, there's no better time to support local festivals.The North East is set to host a wide variety of events over the summer of 2022, with top artists set to join local artists for a…

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Greensboro-based Diggin’ in the Crates celebrates hip-hop

Adam G. Doctor Jan 23, 2022

GREENSBORO, NC (AP) — A treasure trove of hip-hop history fills a small office in a nondescript building along Battleground Avenue.The walls were covered with scenes and memorabilia from the history of hip-hop culture and other music, such…

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Local songwriters in the spotlight during the showcase

Adam G. Doctor Jan 22, 2022

From left, Franny Woodall, Forrest Turner, Harvey Adams and Joe Persinger take turns performing during Thursday night's Songwriters Showcase at the Jackson County Visitor Center in Seymour. Zach Spicer | The Tribune Harvey Adams was…

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Lana Del Rey, 2 Chainz, The Bird and the Bee, and more

Adam G. Doctor Jan 21, 2022

So many artists, so little time. Every week we review a handful of new albums (from all genres), round up even more new music that we'd call "indie" and talk about what metal comes out. We post music news, track premieres and more all…

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Digital collectibles platform Blockparty partners with Warner Music Group

Adam G. Doctor Jan 21, 2022

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Digital collectibles platform Blockparty today announced its first major partnership with Warner Music Group (WMG), giving WMG artists access to cutting-edge Web3 technology in the world of non-fungible…

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Motown songwriter R. Dean Taylor of Toronto dies at 82

Adam G. Doctor Jan 20, 2022

When a famous team of successful songwriters decided to leave Motown Records in the late '60s, it was a Toronto man who helped Diana Ross and the Supremes pursue their chart-topping success.In 1968, Brian Holland, Lamont Dozier and Eddie…

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10 events and activities to kick off the semester – The Minnesota Daily

Adam G. Doctor Jan 20, 2022

Winter Carnival, a vintage party and other fun events to keep in mind during the last weeks of January.Although a new semester is exciting, some of us may already be feeling the stress of new classes and adjusting to a different schedule.…

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Mississippi Records Makes Indie Folk Show Sing With Hearing Assistance | Arts & Culture |…

Adam G. Doctor Jan 20, 2022

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New Artist Spotlight: Fans Will Be “Amazed” at The Color of Cyan’s Rock/Ambient…

Adam G. Doctor Jan 20, 2022

Apparently, at one time Chicago-based band The Color of Cyan was a more forward-thinking band, but they seem to have deigned to erase past work from memory. Now the focus is on two things: perfect guitars and beautiful ambient production…

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Longtime fan Eddy J. Lemberger hopes the latest song will lead the team to victory

Adam G. Doctor Jan 19, 2022

GREEN BAY, WI (WFRV) — A new Packers anthem has emerged in the days leading up to Green Bay's playoff game against San Francisco on Saturday night. It's called "This World of Green and Gold" and was written by Eddy J. Lemberger…

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Emo and Pop-Punk Fest When We Were Young: Questions We Asked

Adam G. Doctor Jan 18, 2022

On Tuesday afternoon, an emo festival designed to entice millennials everywhere materialized out of nowhere. Titled My Chemical Romance and Paramore, When We Were Young will take place in Las Vegas on October 22. The poster is full of…

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Indie88 Premiere: Chayse Porter has a crush on new pop rock single ‘Penny’

Adam G. Doctor Jan 18, 2022

Alt-psych pop artist Chayse Porter is back with his new single, "Penny", premiering on Indie88. "Penny" is from Chayse Porter's upcoming album, Chay Palace, out March 1 via Earth Libraries. Today's release is a perfect preview of the…

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90s Band at Hard Rock Casino, Fashion Show and More

Adam G. Doctor Jan 17, 2022

The Circus becomes BroadwayThe Cincinnati Pops Orchestra will perform hits from Broadway as acrobats, contortionists, tumblers and balancers defy gravity on aerial silks. See him at the Cincinnati Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, on…

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Madonna and Earth Wind & Fire songwriter Jon Lind dies at 73

Adam G. Doctor Jan 17, 2022

Jon Lind, who wrote hits for Earth, Wind & Fire and Madonna, has died of cancer aged 73. Lind co-wrote Earth, Wind & Fire's "Boogie Wonderland" with Allee Willis. The song was Top 10 in Australia, UK and US in 1979.…

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Geese performs “Low Era” on “The Late Show”

Adam G. Doctor Jan 16, 2022

At the end of 2021, Brooklyn band Geese released their debut album, Projector — a rather short work, comprising only nine songs, but which turned out to be one of the best independent releases of the year. Another impressive aspect of…

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Aaliyah’s posthumous album needs female features

Adam G. Doctor Jan 16, 2022

Image source: Getty/NY Daily News Archive The concept of a posthumous album has always seemed like an overkill to me — it's beyond the conceptual and creative control of the artist. On the other hand, a body of posthumous works bridges…

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Robert Earl Keen announces his retirement from touring and public performances

Adam G. Doctor Jan 15, 2022

Legendary Texas singer/songwriter Robert Earl Keen has shocked fans and music industry insiders with the announcement of his retirement from performing in public on Friday, January 14. Keen wrote a heartfelt message to his…

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Local students win top honors, including one to perform virtually January 22-24 | Local News

Adam G. Doctor Jan 15, 2022

SHERIDAN — By now, Sheridan High School students Ryan Bosley and Keaton Phipps are used to altering COVID-19…

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Singer and songwriter Avital Shtapura dives into floral escapism for his first music video

Adam G. Doctor Jan 14, 2022

American cartoonist Avital Shtapura has released his third music album, titled 'Safe', along with a colorful new music video for his song 'Religion' Surrounded by lush flowers and bursts of color, the music video for "Religion" is a…

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Indie 102.3 honors Martin Luther King Jr. Day with protest songs

Adam G. Doctor Jan 13, 2022

The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy is long and complex. Much of what King is known for and why he continues to be celebrated is because of his life's work with peaceful protest and civil disobedience, fighting for the…

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Coachella’s full lineup unveiled with Kanye West and Billie Eilish headlining

Adam G. Doctor Jan 13, 2022

The long-awaited Coachella 2022 line-up has finally been unveiled. After months of speculation, Coachella has confirmed that Harry Styles, Billie Eilish and Ye (formerly Kanye West) are the top three performers to take the main stage to…

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Sony Music takes the lead in supporting artists’ mental well-being

Adam G. Doctor Jan 13, 2022

In Japan, where mental illness is still widely regarded as a taboo subject, the music unit of Sony Group Corp. launched a pioneering project to provide its signed artists with mental and physical health care.The company, which has…

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Robo.cash lowers interest rates on short-term loans

Adam G. Doctor Jan 12, 2022

Robo.cash has reduced its target yields by up to 1.5% for its short-term loans over the past year, while long-term loans have retained their value. The European peer-to-peer lending platform changed its rates on April 5 and…

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Chinese credit improves on sales of government bonds and short-term loans

Adam G. Doctor Jan 12, 2022

(Bloomberg) -- China's credit expansion leveled off in December, led by an unseasonal spike in government bond sales and a jump in short-term corporate borrowing. compensated for a decline in loans to households.Bloomberg's Most ReadTotal…

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Police confirm arrest of singer-songwriter Ardhito Pramono for possession of marijuana

Adam G. Doctor Jan 12, 2022

Indonesian singer-songwriter-turned-actor Ardhito Pramono was arrested today for suspected use and possession of marijuana. West Jakarta Police Chief Ady Wibowo first told reporters that police caught "a public figure, big…

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Matt Gaetz complains about COVID protocols at 30A Songwriter’s Festival

Adam G. Doctor Jan 11, 2022

SANTA ROSA BEACH - Congressman Matt Gaetz wrote a letter to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis informing him of a "flagrant violation" in Walton County of an executive order issued intended to prevent businesses or government entities to require…

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Indie88 Premiere: Toronto Pop Band No Frills Shares “I Don’t Wanna Be Your Dog…

Adam G. Doctor Jan 11, 2022

Toronto pop group No Frills shared their new single, "I Don't Wanna Be Your Dog Anymore," now premiering on Indie88. The track celebrates the announcement of their first album, Dog down, released on April 1, 2022. Composed of members of…

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Gattu 22 aka “Abhishek Sharma” talks about being a successful musical artist

Adam G. Doctor Jan 11, 2022

Gattu 22 is a young and talented musician, singer, model and producer. He is the founder of Flying Record, a music production company that released hit songs and brought great singers to audiences. Gattu has worked hard to achieve his…

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Vodafone Idea raises Rs 5,000 crore in short-term loans, Telecom News, ET Telecom

Adam G. Doctor Jan 11, 2022

Mumbai | Kolkata: Vodafone Idea (Vi) has raised around Rs 5,000 crore via short-term loans from a pool of lenders, led by State Bank of India and including IDFC Bank, HDFC Bank, IndusInd and Union Bank of India, people with direct…

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Beginner’s Guide to Short-Term Loans with Bad Credit

Adam G. Doctor Jan 10, 2022

Finding a loan that is short-term in the event of poor credit scores can be a challenge and daunting. But, we've simplified the whole procedure to make it easy for those who need to know. These are the characteristics you must look out!-->!-->!-->…

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Ed Sheeran doesn’t need a BRIT Award to prove he’s a good songwriter – Music News

Adam G. Doctor Jan 10, 2022

Ed Sheeran insists he doesn't need a BRIT Award to prove he's a good songwriter. The 30-year-old megastar has won multiple BRITs over the years and will face Adele in this year's ceremony at the O2 in London on February 8. Ahead of…

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“Yellowjackets” Soundtrack: Listen to this nostalgic playlist from Showtime’s brutal thriller

Adam G. Doctor Jan 10, 2022

Showtime's thriller â€œYellowjacketsâ€ promises more supernatural ghosts, blood and, of course, human flesh before the highly anticipated finale on January 16. But that doesn't mean the…

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Buffalo Bills fan gets unreal Josh Allen tattoo

Adam G. Doctor Jan 9, 2022

Itâ€™s wild. Would you ever like to put a tattoo like this on your body?It shows absolute and serious dedication to Mills Mafia. Especially Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen. This guy got Josh Allen's number 17…

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Kenton Ridge High School Student of the Week

Adam G. Doctor Jan 9, 2022

Claim to fame / honors: Principal student of the Marching Cougar Band, member of the National Honor Society and the Spanish Honor Society.Words you live by: â€œWhen we are no longer able to change a situation, we are…

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Marilyn Bergman, half of Oscar-winning songwriter duo, dies at 93

Adam G. Doctor Jan 8, 2022

Marilyn Bergman, who along with her husband, Alan Bergman, gave the world memorable sayings about "the misty watercolor memories" and "the windmills of your mind" and won three Oscars, died on Saturday at her home in Los Angeles. She was…

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modern Irish music told in Legacies

Adam G. Doctor Jan 8, 2022

LyricFM, 7 p.m. Yannick NÃ©zet-SÃ©guin conducts the New York Metropolitan Opera, performing Grammy Award-winning jazz musician and composer Terence Blanchard's adaptation of Charles M Blow's…

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The War on Drugs changed their tour and deleted the opening parts

Adam G. Doctor Jan 8, 2022

At the end of 2021, beloved indie rockers The War On Drugs suddenly returned with a brand new album, I don't live here anymore. It was one of the best albums of the year, and fans were eager to hear the band live again after a long…

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Producer Sultan Banks created the hymns for Bay Area Hyphy

Adam G. Doctor Jan 7, 2022

The start of the new year has brought disheartening news that Sultan Banks, better known as producer Traxamillion, passed away on January 2 in Santa Clara after a battle with nasopharyngeal cancer. He was 42 years old and…

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Jesse Frasure topped country songwriter for the first time

Adam G. Doctor Jan 6, 2022

Jesse Frasure conducts Billboard(as of Jan. 8) for the first time on Country Songwriting Credits, thanks to four songwriting credits on the latest Hot Country Songs chart. Michael Ray's "Whiskey and Rain," which Frasure co-wrote with Josh…

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Dhani Loans NCD Issue with 11% coupon, a good short term bet

Adam G. Doctor Jan 6, 2022

Details of the DEM: Problem size: Basic issue size: Rs. 150 crore with an option to keep the oversubscription up to Rs. 150 crore totaling Rs. 300 crore in value.Issue period- January 4 January 27 2021These NBFC…

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Ohio Musicians Hope To Bring A Mix Of Pop, Folk And Indie Music To Kafe Kerouac

Adam G. Doctor Jan 6, 2022

Kafe Kerouac, a very popular coffee bar located at 2250 N High St., will host local singer Shiloh Hawkins and pop group Third Class for a joint concert on Saturday. Credit: Courtesy of Mike Heslop Kafe Kerouac offers its customers…

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As Spotify continues to fight to cut songwriters’ pay, top lawyer Horacio Gutierrez quits for…

Adam G. Doctor Jan 4, 2022

Spotify's Horacio Gutierrez has become a well-known figure in the music industry - whether he sits facing record companies during license negotiations, argues with music publishers over mechanical royalty rates, or act as the leader in…

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Josh Klinghoffer Pays Tribute to Betty White with Cover of “Golden Girls” Theme Song

Adam G. Doctor Jan 4, 2022

Former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer paid tribute to Betty White with a cover of the Daddy's Girls theme song. Betty White died on New Years Eve, just weeks before her 100th birthday. Now Klinghoffer honors the TV…

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Nostalgia, banjo, and pop-punk lead to mental health fundraiser

Adam G. Doctor Jan 4, 2022

WARWICK SMITH / StuffFi Carr brought together a group of musicians to create Elemeno Papaioea, an Elemeno P cover EP, as a fundraiser for the Mental Health Foundation.A group of musicians have transformed some of New Zealand's most iconic…

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David Bowie Estate Sells Entire Edition Catalog

Adam G. Doctor Jan 3, 2022

The David Bowie estate sold the worldwide publishing rights to the late rocker's robust catalog to Warner Chappell Music in a deal valued at more than $ 250 million.The deal includes songs from Bowie's 26 studio albums, from his…

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Staff of US songwriters look at new release trends for 2022

Adam G. Doctor Jan 2, 2022

Well it's officially 2022. We made it last year and if you're like us you're ready for a new calendar and 12 months of great music - music to help you celebrate, music to help you celebrate, music to help you celebrate. help you…

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CES 2022: Five tech trends to watch in an unusual year

Adam G. Doctor Jan 2, 2022

Nothing in this year's CES will be normal. This includes some of the biggest trends expected at the show. However, a long list of tech players have decided not to visit Las Vegas. Strict Covid-19 quarantine requirements in China have…

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‘El Deafo’ Catched On TV Thanks to the Imagination of Montgomery County Writer Cece Bell…

Adam G. Doctor Jan 2, 2022

Ralph Berrier Jr. Special at the Roanoke Times Superhero Cece climbs from page to screen - her cape is flowing, her hearing aids firmly attached to her long bunny…

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Ariana Grande follows Rachel Zegler on Instagram (As She Should)

Adam G. Doctor Jan 1, 2022

Rachel Zegler is the star of West Side Story, with the actor even releasing original music on YouTube and Spotify. As a result, Zegler has gained some impressive social media following, including one from the Thanks, Next artist…