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Instagram Rolls Out Paid Features: Here’s How Artists Can Use Them

Instagram announced that its paid subscription tier, Instagram Plus, is now available for users, and several new features can provide a better experience for fan engagement.

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Massive Attack and Primavera Sound issue statements as Oklou calls for “better working conditions” after “chaotic” weather issues

Organisers said that while they “understand and share the frustration”, they needed to cancel performances so they could “prioritise the safety of the audience, artists and staff above all else” The post Massive Attack and Primavera Sound issue statements as Oklou calls for “better working condition

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UMG launches nextWAV artist development program in New Zealand

The 12-month program is open to applicants aged 16 to 18 who are permanent residents or citizens of New Zealand. Source

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Death Cab for Cutie Release New Album

The follow up to 2022's Asphalt Meadows finds the band tapping into the writing and recording process of their earliest days. Death Cab for Cutie Release New Album I Built You a Tower: Stream Jonah K

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Modest Mouse Discuss New Album and Drummer's Death

Frontman Isaac Brock also opened up about reviving his cult side project Ugly Casanova, his love of magic mushrooms, and potentially touring landmark album ‘We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank’ wit

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Shakira Denies Endorsing Political Candidates

"The images circulating of me supporting presidential candidates are fake," said the Colombian superstar.

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Death Cab for Cutie Release New Album I Built You a Tower: Stream

The follow up to 2022's Asphalt Meadows finds the band tapping into the writing and recording process of their earliest days. Death Cab for Cutie Release New Album I Built You a Tower: Stream Jonah Krueger

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Shakira Rejects the Use of Her Image in Colombia’s Presidential Campaign: ‘I Do Not Support Any Candidate’

"The images circulating of me supporting presidential candidates are fake," said the Colombian superstar.

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Music industry pays tribute to MOBO founder Kanya King

The founder and CEO of MOBO, Kanya King, died this week, it was announced earlier today. Tributes have been coming in for King from across the music industry, including YolanDa Brown, who says she’s one of countless artists whose journey was “encouraged, amplified and validated by Kanya’s vision”

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Veteran Actor James Handy Stabbed to Death by Girlfriend’s Son

He most recently appeared in Top Gun: Maverick, but is also known for roles in NYPD Blue, Beverly Hills, 90210, and Alias. Veteran Actor James Handy Stabbed to Death by Girlfriend’s Son Eddie Fu

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‘Top Gun: Maverick’ actor James Handy stabbed to death as girlfriend’s son is arrested

The LAPD confirmed a suspect was in custody

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Modest Mouse on gnarly new album ‘An Eraser and a Maze’ and the “incredibly shocking” death of drummer Jeremiah Green

Frontman Isaac Brock also opened up about reviving his cult side project Ugly Casanova, his love of magic mushrooms, and potentially touring landmark album ‘We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank’ with Johnny Marr The post Modest Mouse on gnarly new album ‘An Eraser and a Maze’ and the “incredibly s

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Horizon Future Leaders - Lucius Yeo

This week, we caught up with Lucius Yeo; founder of Copacetic PR

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CMU Selects - the last week’s standout releases

Our selection of five releases that cut through the noise this week, from Venbee, LA Priest, Ledbyher, Steve Lacy + Tinashe

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Confused by guitar tabs and notation? Use this complete guide to reading music for guitar

Learn to play acoustic and electric guitar in record time with our guide to easy-to-read notation

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Vince Staples’ Cry Baby Is an American Revolution: Review

On Cry Baby, Vince Staples uses religious imagery and searing social commentary to confront America’s systemic failures. Vince Staples’ Cry Baby Is an American Revolution: Review Kiana Fitzgerald

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Lil Durk Faces New Racketeering Charge

Durk's lawyers say the new charge is a "pathetic pivot" by prosecutors and an "acknowledgment of weakness."

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New Music Releases from Vince Staples, Modest Mouse, and More

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Lil Durk Murder-For-Hire Case: Feds Add New Racketeering Charge Alleging OTF Gang Violence

Durk's lawyers say the new charge is a "pathetic pivot" by prosecutors and an "acknowledgment of weakness."

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14 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Vince Staples, horsegiirL, Modest Mouse, and More

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