Culture & Society
Universal Music eyes €1 billion bond sale, Bloomberg reports
News follows UMG's recent rejection of a $64 billion takeover bid from Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Source
Stormzy, Craig David and Kehlani and more lead tributes after singer-songwriter Talay Riley stabbed to death in London
“He will be remembered for his creativity, passion, and the lasting impact he had on everyone fortunate enough to work with him”
Taylor Swift releases Toy Story song
“Writing this song felt like a musical departure and coming home at the same time," she says
Weekly music gear deals
We've uncovered the very best offers on a range of music-making gear at Guitar Center, Sweetwater, Musician's Friend and more
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Paul Stanley on the synergy and the rivalry that drove Kiss
“That bond is really the constant in the life of Kiss”
The Cure Make Glorious Return to the Stage at Primavera Stage
The band's 29-song set included the inclusions of several deep cuts not played in a decade. The Cure Make Glorious Return to the Stage at Primavera Stage Alex Young
Portishead’s Geoff Barrow says ‘Gone’ composer admits ripping off his ‘Devs’ score
"It’s time that producers and directors realise you can’t just be ripping off professionals in your own industry and get away with it"
SXSW London: 7 Biggest Takeaways From 2026’s Diverse & Headline-Grabbing Program
From hometown heroes to global sounds, all of culture had a place at 2026's edition.
Original Catwoman Julie Newmar faces backlash for saying men should run Hollywood: “They do it better”
"It works beautifully because men are very good to women," the actress said
SXSW London: 7 Biggest Takeaways From 2026’s Diverse & Headline-Grabbing Program
From hometown heroes to global sounds, all of culture had a place at 2026's edition.
Portishead’s Geoff Barrow says ‘Gone’ composer admits ripping off his ‘Devs’ score
"It’s time that producers and directors realise you can’t just be ripping off professionals in your own industry and get away with it"
Paul Stanley Reflects on Kiss's Rivalry and Bond
“That bond is really the constant in the life of Kiss”
Dave Matthews Addresses Pro-Palestine Stance Amidst Controversy
"I will never stop calling for an end to the violence in Gaza and the West Bank and Lebanon and for that matter, the Congo, and Sudan, and Ukraine"
Hudson Williams Faces Controversy Over Resurfaced Swastika Photo
The photo of the 'Heated Rivalry' star reportedly dates back to high school
Tupac to Appear in New Video Game
“I just felt like it was so connected to what we are doing”
Despite dying 30 years ago, Tupac Shakur is acting in a new game
Acting in games – voice but also motion-capture and likeness – is a growing opportunity for actors. Tupac Shakur included, despite being dead.
Tupac to star in new video game alongside Snoop Dogg
“I just felt like it was so connected to what we are doing”
‘Heated Rivalry’ star Hudson Williams plagued by resurfaced photo with swastika drawn on his face
The photo of the 'Heated Rivalry' star reportedly dates back to high school
Taylor Swift releases "I Knew It, I Knew You"
“Writing this song felt like a musical departure and coming home at the same time," she says