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Music and ‘My Life Matters’
DRUMMER-COMPOSER Johnathan Blake is set to release his powerful new Blue Note album My Life Matters later this year. The project is a suite of music he composed as a commission for The Jazz Gallery that serves as a dual treatise on the importance...

Music by the River free concert series features Tuck & Patti
Friday, Aug. 1, at 6 p.m. —WOODSTOCK— Music by the River free concert series continues Friday nights July 11-Aug. 22 at the Woodstock Theatre, 31 The Green in village. This Friday, Tuck & Patti will delight concert-goers. For over 45 years, this...

Music comedian creates a song for employees who want a raise
We've heard of comedians; we are more than familiar with them. But music comedians are in a league of their own. If you haven't already encountered Keith Juluka, let us be the first to introduce you. Juluka is a musician who sings funny songs. He...

Musical mastermind Danny Elfman to visit Salt Lake City as FanX guest
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Danny Elfman, the composer behind hundreds of iconic music scores both on TV and the silver screen, is coming to Salt Lake City as a guest at FanX. The legendary 72-year-old composer will be making his first appearance at...

'Music City Loop' proposal draws comparisons to Sin City's 'Vegas Loop'
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — The “Music City Loop” project, which includes excavating a tunnel designed for Tesla vehicles to shuttle passengers underground between the Nashville International Airport and downtown, promises to transform the travel...

Music goes to the movies on the eastern Costa del Sol
SUR Rincón de la Victoria Wednesday, 30 July 2025, 12:43 Share Rincón de la Victoria on the eastern Costa del Sol is hosting its popular annual 'Soundtrack Concert' on Saturday 2 August. The concert will be staged at the town's Manuel Laza Palacio...

Music Tonight: Wednesday, July 30
Cory Hanson of psych-band Wand fame, blew a very big hole into the landscape for himself two years ago with the release of his acclaimed record Western Cum on Drag City Records. Since then, he has been only building on his fascinating take on...

Blake Shelton shares worries about his music: 'I know that will happen'
While many great musicians eventually have their songs covered, sampled, or remixed into countless versions, Blake Shelton has made it clear that this is not something he envisions – or wants – for his own musical legacy. During an interview with...
Maqam on the Move: Mustafa Said Charts a New Course in Arabic Music
Mustafa Said & Asil Ensemble – Maqam Pilgrims (Mapamundi Música, 2025) Egyptian composer and oud master Mustafa Said returns with Maqam Pilgrims, a superb new release in partnership with the Aga Khan Music Program. The masterfully constructed...

Theater, music and more: Fun things to do this weekend in Ocala/Marion
THIS WEEKEND 'In Willowbark Woods' The world premiere of this new musical will be Aug. 1-3 at the Black Box Theatre sponsored by Norman and Susan Reid at the College of Central Florida, 3001 SW College Road, Ocala. The musical is composed and...

Local musicians with autism sought for new residency programme
Published: Wed 30 Jul 2025, 12:19 PM Last updated: Wed 30 Jul 2025, 12:25 PM Applications are now open for a residency opportunity in county Cork for a professional musician who is autistic. The residency is being offered by Music Network and...

Ziad Rahbani Passes Away at 69, Leaving a Lasting Mark on Arab Music and Theatre
🔊 Listen to Post Ziad Rahbani, the beloved Lebanese musician, playwright, and son of legendary singer Fairouz, passed away at 69 after years of health struggles. Known for his sharp humor, emotional depth, and fearless take on politics and...

Life Listens: New music from Justin Bieber, Ed Sheeran and Tyler, The Creator
SINGAPORE – In this monthly column, The Straits Times curates the most buzz-worthy music released in the past month. Ace Album: Justin Bieber – Swag Swag is the seventh album by Canadian pop star Justin Bieber. PHOTO: DEF JAMJustin Bieber’s...

Rick Estrin Brings The Blues To Music Haven August 3rd
Blues harmonica master Rick Estrin and his powerhouse band, The Nightcats, are set to headline Music Haven’s annual Blues BBQ in Schenectady’s Central Park on Sunday, August 3. Known for their high-energy performances, sharp musicianship, and...

Nora Fatehi Teams Up With Tanzanian Musician Rayvanny For Cross-Cultural Fusion Track 'Tetema'
(MENAFN- IANS) Mumbai, July 30 (IANS) Nora Fatehi has joined hands with popular Tanzanian musician and songwriter Rayvanny for a vibrant cross-cultural collaboration titled“Tetema.” The track, which blends African and Indian musical influences,...

The 10 most popular grass roots music venues in the UK - are you living near one while it still exists?
Is your local one of the most popular grassroots music venues in the country that’s still in operation today? The country’s greatest grassroots music venues continue to champion up-and-coming artists, serving an important role in the industry’s...

Church welcomes musical legends for special recital
One of the world’s most celebrated organists will perform in a town church in a special one-night concert. Hector Olivera will take to the keys of Grantham St Wulfram’s Church’s four-manual pipe organ on Monday, August 4, as part of a double bill...

Classical music is the perfect accompaniment to Colorado summers
Classical music fans know how it is to arrive at a concert in the summer. There are people with picnic baskets, and folks in short pants and sandals. There are families with young children, sometimes even babies — an audience demographic that is...

Ivoryton Playhouse to stage Broadway musical favorite "My Fair Lady" next month
ESSEX — The Ivoryton Playhouse will be staging one of Broadway’s most beloved musicals beginning Aug. 7 with a "bold" new production of "My Fair Lady."This rendition brings renewed focus to Eliza Doolittle and Henry Higgins: "not just their wit...

These musicians are coming for Lollapalooza, Riot Fest and North Coast. Here are their favorite Chicago restaurants.
Summer offers the chance to see some of the top musicians from around the world as they come to Chicago to play Lollapalooza, Riot Fest and North Coast. But beyond catching their sets at the festivals and official after-parties, you might also...