Astrud Gilberto backstage at New York City’s Birdland Jazz Club in 1964.
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During the only major performance she gave in her home country, Gilberto was booed.
AI music has no friends in the industry.
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From majors to indies to artists, the industry is in the unusual position of facing a common enemy.
There are far easier ways to consume music than buying records, which takes time, money and effort.
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Their popularity can’t be explained by the nostalgia of baby boomers or superior sound quality. So what’s going on?
Chief Petty Officer Graham Jackson mourns the death of Franklin Delano Roosevelt on April 13, 1945.
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Jackson used his musical talents to overcome racial barriers in the United States. But telling Jackson’s story may not be legal under proposed laws restricting how race is taught.
AKA performing in 2015, at the height of his fame.
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A cold-blooded shooting is a common trope in gangsta rap - but a disturbing new development in South African hip-hop.
Beyoncé performs in Dubai in 2023.
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Africa is considered too high risk as a destination for big US pop tours - but Beyoncé could and should break the mould.
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Google is one of a number of companies getting involved in AI music-generation.
Tik Tok earned USD $12 billion (£10.5 billion) in advertising revenue in 2022.
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TikTok is shaping the music industry like never before, but with rumours that the app may soon launch its own streaming service, the stakes for creative freedom are high.
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In a strong field of diverse artists, the north London rapper stood out with her exuberant, personal-political, genre-busting album.
Elements affecting the popularity of songs change over time and should be continuously explored, say data science researchers.
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Whether we’re talking songs that are popular on Spotify, or were Billboard hits through the ‘40s up to recent years, popularity cannot be attributed solely to quantifiable acoustic elements.
Fame can bring young performers financial success, but it also comes with hidden costs.
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What do we love about seeing children perform? And how do their performances shape our understanding of childhood?
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It’s not the role of copyright law to limit creativity.
Young girls are prime targets for the romance business.
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Five red flags parents should listen for in popular songs.
Russian Rapper Oxxxymiron.
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Many of Russia’s creative class are speaking out against the war in Ukraine and experiencing financial repercussions. As a result, many are leaving the country
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Creator culture on TikTok is changing the way hits are made, how music is promoted, and how the world discovers music, even for those artists who choose not to engage with it.
A crowd surge left 10 people dead at the Astroworld Festival, organized by rapper Travis Scott.
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The crowd surge at the Astroworld festival that killed 10 people and injured hundreds highlights the messianic nature of rappers.
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Big labels are making big money from streaming.
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Data from the UK Musician’s Union shows that half of their members have experienced sexual harassment at work.
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Any advertisement asking us to get vaccinated must answer one crucial question: what’s in it for me?
The lineup of judges on The X Factor changed almost as frequently as the cast.
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After 17 years, The X Factor is no more, but its success gives us an insight into the changing recording industry.