Rod Stewart has cancelled more concerts after undergoing a routine coronary stent procedure, with doctors advising the 81-year-old singer to stay off the road for four weeks while he recovers. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame star had previously cancelled shows in Cincinnati and Cleveland after announcing an “unforeseen but minor medical procedure”. Rod
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The UAE is introducing a new licensing framework for the commercial use of copyrighted music, with fees coming into effect on 1 December 2026. The Ministry of Economy and Tourism says the framework will apply to businesses and organisations that use music commercially, including hospitality, retail, fitness, aviation, broadcasting and live entertainment. While the system
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Blur drummer Dave Rowntree has suggested the Britpop band could reunite for more music and live shows, saying he believes it is a question of “when rather than if” the group returns. Rowntree, 62, said Blur’s most recent reunion left the band feeling energised and keen to work together again, despite their headline appearance at
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Shakira, J Balvin, Maluma and other Colombian music stars have called for support for communities affected by the 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck western Colombia on Monday 10 August 2026. The earthquake was recorded near San José del Palmar in the Chocó department, with the US Geological Survey placing the event at a depth of around
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Five-time Grammy-winning musician Angélique Kidjo is set to become the first African musician to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, with the official ceremony scheduled for 18 August 2026 in Los Angeles. Kidjo will receive the 2,854th star in the Recording category at 7011 Hollywood Boulevard, marking a major milestone for one
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Boy George abruptly ended his performance at the Die 80er Live festival in Frankfurt, Germany, on 8 August 2026, after experiencing problems with the sound on stage. The Culture Club singer had been performing at Deutsche Bank Park, where around 28,000 fans attended the 1980s-themed festival. According to German public broadcaster HR, Boy George initially
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Marc Almond has reflected on the bittersweet release of Soft Cell’s forthcoming album Danceteria, revealing that he and late bandmate Dave Ball had finished approving the record just two days before Ball’s death. Speaking on The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X, Almond recalled the moment he and Ball listened through the completed album together
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The Weeknd has appeared to back away from his previous plans to retire the stage name, telling fans in Stockholm that he intends to continue performing as The Weeknd. The Canadian singer, whose real name is Abel Tesfaye, made the comments during his After Hours Til Dawn Tour show in Stockholm, Sweden, on Saturday, saying
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Madonna has paid tribute to William Orbit, the acclaimed British producer behind her landmark 1998 album Ray of Light, following his death at the age of 69. Orbit, whose real name was William Wainwright, died at his home on 23 July 2026, according to his family. His death was also reported by the BBC. Madonna
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Morrissey has cancelled his planned Las Vegas residency just days before its scheduled opening, with the singer citing “unforeseen logistical issues” for the decision. The former Smiths frontman was due to perform four shows at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas on August 14, 15, 18 and 19, 2026. Ticket holders were informed that the
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