#LadyGaga took a trip down memory lane, reflecting on her deep connection with the late music icon, #TonyBennett, who passed away on July 21 at the ripe age of 96. In an interview revisited by People Magazine, Gaga revealed a special tribute to Bennett she keeps with her at all times: a tattoo. “In 2014, […]
In the aftermath of widespread backlash, Country Music Television (CMT) has ceased broadcasting the music video for Jason Aldean’s “Try That In A Small Town.” Critics had flagged the video, leading to its withdrawal from the network’s rotation, as a CMT representative informed USA TODAY. A significant factor in the uproar is Aldean’s history as
Two decades of dedication to philanthropy was celebrated in grandeur at a New York City gala on Friday, July 14. The charitable organization, the Shawn Carter Foundation, established by music mogul Jay-Z and his mother Gloria Carter, took the occasion to the next level by successfully raising an impressive sum of $20 million. This substantial
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Iconic band Duran Duran is planning an exceptional event during their forthcoming North American tour—a benefit concert specifically dedicated to guitarist Andy Taylor who is currently fighting stage-4 prostate cancer. This initiative aims to support the Cancer Awareness Trust. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inducted British group is staging this fundraising event on
Snoop Dogg, an acclaimed rapper and songwriter with a significant influence in the Web3 domain, recently introduced the ‘Passport Series’ NFT to coincide with his upcoming world tour. This unique digital asset invites fans to join Snoop on his global journey, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the musical tour. As Snoop prepares to share his
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In a strange twist of fan interaction, Machine Gun Kelly (MGK) found himself fulfilling a fan’s bizarre request during his recent set at the Rock Werchter festival in Belgium. A fan, who had traveled from Mexico, had an unusual wish – to receive a punch from the “Bloody Valentine” singer himself. A video making rounds
On June 25, the Jazz Foundation of America (JFA) upheld its commitment to recognizing the immense contributions of individual jazz and blues musicians. The organization held its annual fundraising gala at the Vibrato Grill Jazz in Los Angeles, and this year, industry mogul Clarence Avant, renowned pianist and composer Dave Grusin, and distinguished tenor saxophonist
Drawing from personal experience and insights, Harvard neuroscientist Dr. Srini Pillay suggests that the key to heightened concentration lies not within a specific genre, but rather familiar music that resonates personally. Having an array of favorites from hip-hop to classical, Dr. Pillay, a trained musician, and researcher, believes that tunes we know well, and enjoy,
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