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SXSW 2026 Wraps: Decentralized Layout and 'Clubhouses' Define a Shorter Festival
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SXSW 2026 Wraps: Decentralized Layout and 'Clubhouses' Define a Shorter Festival
As the Austin Convention Center undergoes major renovations, the iconic music festival concluded its experimental seven-day run on March 18 with mixed reviews.
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$15 Million Gift: Hollywood Bowl Names New Artists Pavilion for Terri and Jerry Kohl
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$15 Million Gift: Hollywood Bowl Names New Artists Pavilion for Terri and Jerry Kohl
The L.A. County Board of Supervisors officially approved the name for the new 7,500-square-foot multipurpose space, slated for a June 2026 completion.
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Ella Langley Ties Taylor Swift’s Massive Billboard Chart Record
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Ella Langley Ties Taylor Swift’s Massive Billboard Chart Record
"Choosin' Texas" marks three weeks at No. 1, matching a decade-old milestone set by Taylor Swift for female artists in the country and pop genres.
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Bruno Mars Inks Exclusive Global Publishing Deal With Avex
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Bruno Mars Inks Exclusive Global Publishing Deal With Avex
The pop icon moves his future catalog administration to Avex Music Group following the conclusion of his current BMG and Warner Chappell agreements.
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The $11.5 Billion Beat: Music Catalog Gold Rush Hits New Peaks in 2026
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The $11.5 Billion Beat: Music Catalog Gold Rush Hits New Peaks in 2026
Investors are pouring capital into global music rights and tech platforms like Revelator as the US recording industry celebrates record-breaking annual sales.
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KPop Demon Hunters Makes History with Two Wins at the 98th Academy Awards
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KPop Demon Hunters Makes History with Two Wins at the 98th Academy Awards
Netflix’s animated hit secures Best Animated Feature and the first-ever Best Original Song win for a K-pop track during the March 15 ceremony.
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Spotify Hikes Prices Again: US Premium Now Costs $12.99 per Month
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Spotify Hikes Prices Again: US Premium Now Costs $12.99 per Month
The streaming giant raised rates across all U.S. Premium tiers in February 2026 to boost profitability, with subscribers in Estonia and Latvia also seeing increases.
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Lights Brings the Magic to Ottawa Tonight for Her 'Come Get Your Girl Tour'
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Lights Brings the Magic to Ottawa Tonight for Her 'Come Get Your Girl Tour'
Valerie Anne Poxleitner continues her North American run at the Bronson Centre this evening, joined by special guests Softcult.
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Labrinth Slams Columbia Records and ‘Euphoria’: “I’m Done With This Industry”
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Labrinth Slams Columbia Records and ‘Euphoria’: “I’m Done With This Industry”
The Emmy-winning composer shocked fans on March 13 with a deleted Instagram post targeting his record label and the hit HBO series.
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Live Nation Returns to Court: States Reject $280 Million Settlement Deal
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Live Nation Returns to Court: States Reject $280 Million Settlement Deal
The antitrust trial against the Ticketmaster parent company resumed on March 16 after several states refused to sign off on a massive Department of Justice settlement.
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Bad Bunny Makes History: 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' Wins Album of the Year at 2026 Grammys
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Bad Bunny Makes History: 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' Wins Album of the Year at 2026 Grammys
The Puerto Rican superstar breaks barriers as the first artist to win the top prize with a Spanish-language album, sparking a cultural movement in global education.
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Jimin Crowned Billboard’s ‘Hot 100 Favorite Idol’ After Massive Fan Vote
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Jimin Crowned Billboard’s ‘Hot 100 Favorite Idol’ After Massive Fan Vote
The BTS star will be featured in a special advertisement at Seoul’s Lotte World Mall on March 23 following his victory on the Choeaedol app.
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Mariah Carey, Phil Collins, and Oasis Lead Rock Hall 2026 Nominations
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Mariah Carey, Phil Collins, and Oasis Lead Rock Hall 2026 Nominations
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced its Class of 2026 nominees on February 25, featuring icons like Sade and the launch of the official fan vote.
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Miley Cyrus Set to Receive Innovator Award at 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards
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Miley Cyrus Set to Receive Innovator Award at 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards
The "Flowers" singer will be honored for her cultural impact at the March 26 ceremony hosted by Ludacris at the Dolby Theatre.
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History at the 98th Oscars: ‘The Singers’ Grabs Best Live Action Short in Rare Tie
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History at the 98th Oscars: ‘The Singers’ Grabs Best Live Action Short in Rare Tie
Director Sam A. Davis leads his 18-minute musical drama to a shared victory with ‘Two People Exchanging Saliva’ at the 2026 Academy Awards.
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Owen Riegling Debuts 'In The Feeling' and Announces Sophomore Album Release Date
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Owen Riegling Debuts 'In The Feeling' and Announces Sophomore Album Release Date
The Canadian country star's 12-track project, co-written by Riegling himself, arrives April 17 via Big Loud Records and Universal Music Canada.
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Lainey Wilson Drops High-Energy New Single "Can't Sit Still"
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Lainey Wilson Drops High-Energy New Single "Can't Sit Still"
The Grammy winner keeps the momentum going with a fresh track ahead of her film debut and highly anticipated documentary premiere.
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BTS Returns to the Stage: Live Netflix Concert and New Album Launching This Week
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BTS Returns to the Stage: Live Netflix Concert and New Album Launching This Week
The global icons will perform "BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG" from Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square on March 21, 2026.
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Jack Harlow Swaps Rap for Neo-Soul on New Birthday Album 'Monica'
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Jack Harlow Swaps Rap for Neo-Soul on New Birthday Album 'Monica'
The 28-year-old artist released his nine-track fourth studio album on March 13, showcasing a dramatic shift in sound recorded at the legendary Electric Lady Studios.
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Spotify Hits $70 Billion Lifetime Payout Mark as Artist Pay Debate Rages On
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Spotify Hits $70 Billion Lifetime Payout Mark as Artist Pay Debate Rages On
The streaming giant's 2026 Loud & Clear report reveals a record $11 billion paid out in 2025, but critics say the pro-rata system still leaves many behind.
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