Culture & Society
UMAY Fitness Makes Studio Movement Easier
Most producers already know what it feels like to sit too long. The loop keeps playing, the screen gets louder than the song, and a decision that should take two minutes turns into half an hour of clicking. That is usually the point where buying another plug-in is less helpful than standing up, movi
AEG and SeatGeek ask court to reject Live Nation’s DOJ settlement, with AEG warning it ‘does not break Ticketmaster’s grip; it tightens it’
AEG wants a court-ordered sale of Ticketmaster, and a ban on the long-term exclusive contracts Ticketmaster signs with major concert venues. Source
No “tangible progress” on Brexit touring barriers, say “alarmed” MPs
Earlier this year the UK Parliament’s culture committee published a report on issues British artists face touring Europe post-Brexit. The government has now responded, insisting it wants “tangible progress” to be made on addressing these issues, but with no real tangible progress to report on
Roger Daltrey on Zak Starkey Potentially Rejoining The Who
Starkey is “not Keith Moon but he’s come very close” says Daltrey
Alice Cooper's Early Years and a 'Sucker Punch' Hit
“I didn’t want Alice to be a hero – I wanted him to be a villain”
Arts Council England Offers Grants for Emerging Musicians
Grants of up to £20,000 to persue “ambitious creative plans”
Brian May's New Song Honors Steve Cropper
May’s lyrics refer to Cropper’s famous co-write (Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay
“The very day when I'm supposed to go into the studio to record this song, I hear that he's passed away. Immediately I thought, ‘This song has to be a memorial for Steve’”: Brian May on his heartfelt tribute to Steve Cropper
May’s lyrics refer to Cropper’s famous co-write (Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay
Alice Cooper's Villainous Intentions
“I didn’t want Alice to be a hero – I wanted him to be a villain”
South Park Wins Emmy for Portrayal of President
At the 2026 Creative Arts Emmy, South Park won Outstanding Animated Program, due in park for its portrayal of a micro-endowed president who impregnates Satan. Thanks to South Park, Trump Finally Got
Xbox Game Pass Highlights Essential 2026 Titles for Subscribers
Subscribers need to check out these titles immediately
“We could do more to realise the full potential of talented creators”: Arts Council England launches fund for up-and-coming musicians and artists
Grants of up to £20,000 to persue “ambitious creative plans”
Thanks to South Park, Trump Finally Got His Emmy
At the 2026 Creative Arts Emmy, South Park won Outstanding Animated Program, due in park for its portrayal of a micro-endowed president who impregnates Satan. Thanks to South Park, Trump Finally Got His Emmy Alex Young
Stella Lefty accused of plagiarism for the third time
Is Why Wouldn’t We too much like 2017 country hit I’ll Name The Dogs?
Prince's estate confirms overdubs on new song amid fan complaints
A representative previously said that "nothing was added, nothing was edited”
Roger Daltrey suggests Zak Starkey may return to The Who
Starkey is “not Keith Moon but he’s come very close” says Daltrey
Spain’s recorded music market grew 11.6% in H1 2026… with subscription streaming revenues up 15.1% YoY
Promusicae reported that paid subscription streaming generated €121 million ($141m) in the six months to the end of June, up 15.1% YoY. Source
Max Martin and Shellback Transform Taylor Swift Ballad
Looking back, Swift agrees that their changes “ended up being the best thing for it”
Stella Lefty Accused of Plagiarism Again
Is Why Wouldn’t We too much like 2017 country hit I’ll Name The Dogs?
Prince Estate Addresses Overdub Controversy
A representative previously said that "nothing was added, nothing was edited”