After peaking with billion-stream hits, African pop music faces declining global chart presence and reduced investment. Artists and executives analyze fragmentation, economic pressures, and shifting listener trends.
British rock musician Dave Mason, co-founder of Traffic and collaborator with Jimi Hendrix and Fleetwood Mac, has passed away peacefully at his Nevada home aged 79.
The historic 1926 premiere of Giacomo Puccini's posthumous opera Turandot at Milan's Teatro alla Scala, featuring Toscanini as conductor and an unfinished finale completed by Franco Alfano.
Greta Morgan discovers an AI-generated album falsely uploaded to her profile on streaming platforms, with Tidal and Amazon Music yet to remove it despite her complaints.
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Sally Carman-Duttine, known as Abi Webster on Coronation Street, debuted a copper red hair makeover, then returned to blonde, leaving fans and co-stars in awe.
Two acclaimed London plays, 'Arcadia' and 'John Proctor is the Villain', are transferring to the West End after sold-out runs. Get your second chance to see them.
Elsie Kelly, known for her role as Noreen in Benidorm, has died peacefully at 89 after a short illness. Tributes pour in from co-stars and creator.
A Gen-Xer reflects on her lifelong love affair with Prince's music, a decade after his tragic passing at 57. From first hearing Purple Rain to live concerts and a tattoo tribute, his genius endures.
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I'm A Celebrity fans rally behind Adam Thomas after his explosive confrontation with Jimmy Bullard, who quit a trial mid-way, sparking a furious row.
Yungblud brings his Idols world tour to London's O2 Arena for a sold-out alt-rock spectacle. Get all details on stage times, support act The Warning, and how to secure last-minute tickets.
Madonna appeals for the return of her vintage costume worn at Coachella 2026, offering a reward for the missing jacket, corset, and dress from her personal archives.
The BBC Proms 2026 lineup promises a thrilling mix of UK premieres, minimalist masterpieces, and operatic delights, with highlights including Jessie Montgomery's cello concerto and Steve Reich's anniversary celebrations.
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Electronic music pioneer Jean-Michel Jarre calls on creative industries to adopt AI as a tool for innovation, contrasting with fears expressed by artists like Elton John and Dua Lipa.
The BBC announces the 2026 Proms season with 86 concerts, featuring international orchestras, US music celebrations, and anniversaries including Miles Davis's centenary.
Alan Osmond, the eldest sibling of the iconic Osmonds family band and a 1970s teen idol, has passed away at 76 in Salt Lake City, surrounded by family.
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Kanye West's European tour is in jeopardy after Swiss football club FC Basel and a Polish stadium canceled his upcoming performances, citing his history of antisemitic comments and promotion of Nazi ideology.
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Antonio Pappano leads a full-throttle, operatic interpretation of Elgar's oratorio at the Barbican, featuring heroic performances from David Butt Philip and the London Symphony Orchestra.
Mark Chadwick reveals how 'What a Beautiful Day' was written in 1996, banned from radio after Princess Diana's death, and its revolutionary message. The Levellers' hit faced unexpected censorship during a time of political change.
At 86, experimental composer Annea Lockwood continues her radical career of transforming everyday sounds into music, from burning pianos to recording Belfast's peace walls and creating global rhythm collages.
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Explore the enduring influence of The Clean, the Dunedin band that shaped indie music with lo-fi DIY spirit. From their 1981 debut to literary gems, discover 10 key tracks and a new oral history.
Boy George clarifies his stance on Israel after facing criticism for Eurovision participation amid a boycott by several countries over Israel's inclusion in the contest.
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