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AFEM Industry Insider: After the Algorithm

Long‑form content is becoming a more sustainable way to build audiences in a post‑social era. This episode shares what’s working now: formats that retain attention, platforms that reward depth, and th

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Jill Scott Recounts Dreamlike Experience with Prince and Stevie Wonder

After a song came to her while she was sleeping, the R&B star would soon find herself in what felt like a dream

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The Proclaimers Criticize Trans Lobby and Defend Statement on Womanhood

The 'I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)' Scottish duo claimed that they are “not transphobic”, but against how “people have lost their careers” by saying “a woman is an adult human female”

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The Proclaimers say trans lobby are “truth-phobic” and defend Graham Linehan

The 'I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)' Scottish duo claimed that they are “not transphobic”, but against how “people have lost their careers” by saying “a woman is an adult human female”

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My Morning Jacket, Modest Mouse

Heart of Gold: The Songs of Neil Young Vol. 2 and Vol. 3 arrive November 6th with new covers from My Morning Jacket, Modest Mouse, King Princess, MJ Lenderman, and more, benefiting The Bridge School.

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Dexys Midnight Runners’ Kevin Rowland “disgusted” at Reform UK’s for use of ‘Come on Eileen’: “All of Dexys are passionately against Farage’s politics”

He also shared an image of a billboard which showed Farage along with the message: “He blames migrants so you don’t blame billionaires” The post Dexys Midnight Runners’ Kevin Rowland “disgusted” at Reform UK’s for use of ‘Come on Eileen’: “All of Dexys are passionately against Farage’s politics” app

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Watch Buckingham Palace Pay Tribute on 25th Anniversary of 9/11 With Protocol-Breaking Changing of the Guard Ceremony

The Band of The Coldstream Guards performed the American national anthem outside of the palace.

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Lil Wayne steps into Fortnite tomorrow with new bundle of accessories

Rapper is the latest to join their Icon series

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My Morning Jacket, Modest Mouse Unveil Neil Young Covers for Tribute Albums: Stream

Heart of Gold: The Songs of Neil Young Vol. 2 and Vol. 3 arrive November 6th with new covers from My Morning Jacket, Modest Mouse, King Princess, MJ Lenderman, and more, benefiting The Bridge School. My Morning Jacket, Modest Mouse Unveil Neil Young Covers for Tribute Albums: Stream Travis Bland

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Geese Express Doubts About Fan Authenticity Due to Social Media Tactics

New York band had been accused of using social media to create a fake buzz

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AIM boss: ‘Independent music is the economic canary in the coal mine’

Yesterday’s AIM Connected conference in London saw the UK indies body’s CEO Gee Davy call on the government to provide more support for the sector, particularly its role in discovering and breaking new talent. The post is from Music Ally.

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AFEM Industry Insider: Building Audiences Post-Social Media

Long‑form content is becoming a more sustainable way to build audiences in a post‑social era. This episode shares what’s working now: formats that retain attention, platforms that reward depth, and th

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“It was low-effort TikTok posts that were used to boost the algorithm”: Geese had their own doubts about how ‘real’ their fans actually were

New York band had been accused of using social media to create a fake buzz

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B2K’s Raz-B and Wife Mourn Passing of Infant Son Astro Monte Thornton: ‘They Truly Appreciate Your Love and Support’

The couple's second child was born in the spring.

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New Game 'Wardogs' Sees Massive Launch Despite Queues

More than 1.2million copies sold in less than 24 hours

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First Trailer Released for Mike Flanagan's 'Carrie' TV Series

Fans have given a generally warm reception to the first look at the series

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Country Music's Response to 9/11: Songs of Grief and Remembrance

Following the tragedy on Sept. 11, 2001, country artists including Darryl Worley, Aaron Tippin & more recorded songs that reflected the feelings of a nation.

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Watch the first trailer for Mike Flanagan’s TV reboot of Stephen King’s ‘Carrie’

Fans have given a generally warm reception to the first look at the series

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Music-fintech roundup: beatBread’s new CEO, Notes·fm x Stripe

Music-financing firm beatBread suffered a tragic loss when its CEO Peter Sinclair died just over a year ago. It continued his work under interim CEO Tracy Maddux, and now it has appointed a permanent chief. The post is from Music Ally.

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‘Call Of Duty’ and ‘Battlefield’ rival ‘Wardogs’ has had a huge launch despite queue to play

More than 1.2million copies sold in less than 24 hours