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The Soul Train Awards and Hip-Hop Awards, two cornerstone events celebrating Black music and culture, have been suspended by BET. The news was confirmed by BET CEO Scott Mills in an interview with...
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When Memphis rapper GloRilla's October 2024 debut album Glorious, one track left everyone talking; "Rain Down on Me," featuring gospel heavyweights Kirk Franklin, Maverick City Music, Kierra...
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August 10, 2025
In a powerful fusion of music and philanthropy, some of today’s most celebrated artists are stepping onto the stage not just to perform, but to make a difference. Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) returns...
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August 10, 2025
The Juno Awards are officially recognizing the powerful rise of Latin music in Canada. Starting in 2026, the annual awards ceremony will feature a brand-new category: Latin Music Recording of the...
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Guitarist, songwriter, and frontwoman of Covet, Yvette Young, is known for her intricate tapping technique, genre-bending sound, that creates a calm presence. But in a new interview, the math rock...
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August 7, 2025
A June 13, 2025, Baptist News Global article highlights the long-standing conflicts between traditional Black gospel music and contemporary Christian music (CCM), which are exacerbated by racial...
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In April 2025, The Who unexpectedly fired long‑time drummer Zak Starkey during a Royal Albert Hall show, reportedly over performance issues. Starkey, son of Beatles legend Ringo Starr, had been...
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August 7, 2025
The 2025 MTV Video Music Award nominations have been announced, boasting a diverse lineup with 33 first-time nominees. Pop icons Taylor Swift and Beyoncé even earned artist of the year nods without...
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From church pews in Northampton to crowds in Zimbabwe, DC3 is more than just a popular TikTok artist; he is a devout musician who is setting a new standard for UK rap. Through ingenious videos...
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Under the blazing Chicago sun, HYBE’s rising stars KATSEYE and BOYNEXTDOOR didn’t just perform at Lollapalooza—they owned it. From viral on-stage chemistry to career-defining sets, the two groups...
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Coldplay has announced an innovative and eco-friendly initiative for their upcoming album Moon Music, which will be produced on vinyl made from recycled plastic bottles. The British band aims to create the most environmentally sustainable album ever by using nine recycled plastic bottles for each vinyl press. This initiative is expected to prevent the creation of more than 25 metric tonnes of plastic waste and reduce their carbon emissions by 85%. This move aligns with Coldplay's long-standing commitment to environmental sustainability, as demonstrated by their Music of the Spheres tour, which featured solar-powered lights.
Coldplay's dedication to eco-friendly practices sets a significant example in the music industry, where sustainability is becoming an increasingly important issue. Their efforts contrast with criticisms in the industry regarding environmental waste. For instance, Billie Eilish has recently criticized artists for releasing multiple versions of albums with different packaging, labeling such practices as wasteful. Eilish herself has been a vocal advocate for sustainability, having partially powered her headline show at Lollapalooza with a temporary “solar farm” on the festival site.
These initiatives by both Coldplay and Billie Eilish highlight a growing trend among artists to incorporate sustainable practices into their music production and performances. Coldplay's use of recycled materials for Moon Music and Eilish's renewable energy efforts at Lollapalooza demonstrate how musicians can take meaningful steps to reduce their environmental impact, inspiring fans and the broader industry to prioritize sustainability.
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