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Taylor Swift Fuels Album Theories as Empire State Building Flashes Green 'TS' Logo and Asks 'WhaTS Happening?'

The Empire State Building's green illumination has sparked speculation among Taylor Swift fans about a potential new project, with theories focusing on her 'Reputation' or debut album re-release.

International Business Times UK · Aug 20

“His death was such a shock. I met him before he joined the Pretenders – he had actually talked to me about playing with the band”: How the Pretenders emerged from tragedy with new guitarist Robbie McIntosh

Shattered by drugs and reeling from the loss of James Honeyman-Scott, the Pretenders came back swinging with 1984’s Learning to Crawl

Guitar World · Aug 20

“I found a 1968 Gibson on eBay and took a chance. The neck has snapped three times, but it's still the best bass I've ever played”: How a battle-scarred vintage Gibson survived three broken necks to power a Mercury Prize-nominated jazz collective

Bassist Stan Woodward talks eBay finds, music theory, and the rapid rise of the Geordie Greep-backed jazz outfit

Guitar World · Aug 20

Ariana Grande Tells Judge 'Let Me Unmask My Alleged Hackers' as Unreleased Music Leaks Continue

Ariana Grande is seeking legal permission to subpoena internet platforms to identify alleged hackers who leaked her unreleased material, claiming the cyber scheme has affected her work since 2019.

International Business Times UK · Aug 20

“I know I'm not supposed to use these foot pedals like this but it works”: Ariana Grande’s live looping moment on her Eternal Sunshine tour showcases a skill that she’s been honing for 20 years

A longtime fan of the Boss RC Loop Stations, she was uploading live looped performance videos as early as 2007

MusicRadar · Aug 20

Grammy-winning rapper Lil Durk’s murder-for-hire trial set to begin in Los Angeles

The rapper was arrested Oct. 17, 2024, near Miami International Airport as he attempted to flee the country, the FBI said

The Independent UK · Aug 20

What Ritchie Blackmore thinks of Yngwie Malmsteen: “He’s probably the best at what he does and – for what it’s worth – the fastest”

As Malmsteen’s guitar hero, Blackmore’s fingerprints are all over the Swedish shredder’s gear choices and repertoire

Guitar World · Aug 20

George Michael, who gave millions from his music to charities, sent £100,000 to disadvantaged children every Easter

George Michael's remarkable generosity transcended his musical fame, as he quietly championed various charitable causes and offered assistance to those in need. His significant financial contributions and volunteer work exemplified his commitment to helping others. A pivotal moment was his interview with The Big Issue, which highlighted the challenges of…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

“Eddie Van Halen came over and yelled at me for not doing anything”: Lita Ford on how Eddie Van Halen encouraged her to kickstart her solo career after The Runaways

The guitarist had taken a break from the rockstar life and started working at a department store when Van Halen came knocking

Guitar World · Aug 20

Sparks singer Russell Mael confirms new album is in the works

The American duo released their first live album as a full band earlier this month

The Independent UK · Aug 20