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The Rolling Stones are back in the studio again
Saxophonist Courtney Pine has revealed that he recently recorded with the band
“It was like the Wild West. We were the fastest guns in town”: The rise and fall of Phil Lynott and Thin Lizzy
“Philip was the classic rock star in every sense. He was a rock star to the very core of his being”
The Rolling Stones are back in the studio again
Saxophonist Courtney Pine has revealed that he recently recorded with the band
Radiohead’s Thom Yorke shares most important piece of advice given to him by R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe
The pair became close when Radiohead supported R.E.M. on their 1995 ‘Monster’ tour
Olivia Rodrigo shares how she spent “exorbitant amount of money” on iconic piece of The White Stripes clothing
The singer bought the white dress worn by Meg White on the cover of 2003’s ‘Elephant’
AFEM Member Discount for Legal Services
Mention the password AFEM15 and send a screenshot of your AFEM member page.
AFEM Webinar Addresses Healthy Workplaces in Electronic Music
An online public webinar examining how the sector can create healthier, more collaborative and more resilient ways of working.
Sounds Market Promotes Circular Economy in DJ Equipment
Sounds Market has refurbished and resold more than 1,800 DJ devices since 2023, making the circular economy a working alternative to buying new. In this Member Feature, Pau Agustí explains why discont
AFEM: Guidance on Securing a Music Agent
A practical conversation about finding an agent and building a successful artist-agent relationship.
AFEM: Preparing for Amsterdam Dance Event
Sharing practical tips and tricks on how to navigate the week, insights into the official programming and opportunities on offer.
Anya Bennett Discusses Show Cancellation Insurance
Anya Bennett, Broker Support Account Handler at Howden Music takes on the cover most artists only think about once a show has already fallen through.
AFEM's AI Initiatives Garner Press Attention
Independent press is spotlighting AFEM’s work on AI in music, with recent coverage of the AFEM AI Principles and the Berlin AI Think Tank. The articles track the industry’s move towards workable syste
Chemical Brothers and Ellie Goulding for Open'er 2027
Tom Rowlands and Ed Simons will return 25 years after headlining the festival’s inaugural edition
Lance Bass on *NSYNC's Earnings
The singer claimed the group’s first check was $10,000 — after “years of number one albums” and sold-out tours.
Ashnikko Covers Gwen Stefani’s ‘What You Waiting For?’
The artist called the 2004 solo hit “the song that inspired me to make music” in her triple j debut
The Chemical Brothers, Ellie Goulding, Adéla lead latest wave of line-up for Open’er 2027
Tom Rowlands and Ed Simons will return 25 years after headlining the festival’s inaugural edition
Ashnikko Covers Gwen Stefani’s ‘What You Waiting For?’ for Like A Version
The artist called the 2004 solo hit “the song that inspired me to make music” in her triple j debut
Lance Bass Says He Earned Just $35 a Day at the Height of *NSYNC’s Fame
The singer claimed the group’s first check was $10,000 — after “years of number one albums” and sold-out tours.
Drake and Others Opt Out of Grammy Awards
Sources told Billboard that the rapper did not submit any songs from Iceman, Habibti, and Maid of Honour to the Recording Academy. Source
Suno Appoints Michael Chua to Lead Live Music
In the role, Chua will lead the AI music company's live music operations, which include concert discovery platform Songkick. Source