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‘Born in the USA’ turns 40 − and still remains one of Bruce Springsteen’s most misunderstood songs

Elton John, Adele and R.E.M. did it. So did Rihanna and the Rolling Stones. If Donald Trump tried to use her music, Taylor Swift would likely do it, too.

The Conversation

ABBA will get a prestigious Swedish knighthood for their pop career that started at Eurovision

Members of ABBA, the Swedish pop quartet that triumphed at the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest, will receive one of the most prestigious knighthoods in Sweden

The Independent UK

‘Your defence is terrified!’: how Freed from Desire became a football, darts and protest anthem

Gala’s 1996 song has gone from forgotten rave classic to football terrace anthem – and was even used to protest against Rishi Sunak. The song’s creator and fans explain an unlikely revival

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The seating plan for Taylor Swift at Murrayfield and your view of the stage

HERE are the seating plans and stage views for the Taylor Swift shows at Murrayfield in Edinburgh...

The National (Scotland)

Landless: Lúireach review – fans of Celtic music should flock to this stunning sound

Four powerful voices weave tender yet disquieting harmonies on a second album that honours bold women

The Guardian - UK

I used to be a musical contrarian – now I’ve become an unlikely Swiftie

Amy Fleming was a surly teen who preferred scrotty music venues to elaborate pop shows – until her 11-year-old’s love for Taylor Swift converted her. Now, ahead of the arrival on UK shores of Swift’s juggernaut Eras tour, she writes of how the singer-songwriter has brought joy to her and…

The Independent UK

Dolly Parton reveals secret to her and husband Carl Dean’s marriage of 57 years

The singer and her husband have been married since 1966

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The Beatles ‘would not have existed’ if fab four had been forced to do National Service

Rishi Sunak says his favourite band of all time were The Beatles - but they only existed because National Service had been scrapped

The Independent UK

Paris Hilton returns to music with new album nearly 20 years after debut

Singer and socialite debuted her first record in 2006

The Independent UK

Ella Eyre: Timeless Elegance In Black

British singer-songwriter Ella Eyre showcases her chic sophistication and timeless style in a sleek black ensemble, solidifying her status as a fashion icon.

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"A crowd that likes the idea of The Big Rock Show but find Foo Fighters a bit shouty." Nickelback do exactly what Nickelback do at Birmingham's Utilita Arena - and their fans wouldn't have it any other way

Nickelback prove they're still one of rock's biggest draws on a sold-out UK arena tour

Louder

“With one eye on MTV and another on film soundtracks, big choruses with star-turn assists are go”: Steve Hackett’s Feedback ’86 and Till We Have Faces vinyl remasters

Steve Hackett’s Feedback ’86 and Till We Have Faces vinyl remasters share some DNA

Louder

Scotland Relocates Homeless to England and More To Accommodate Swifties and $125M Economic Boost

As Scotland's housing crisis continues, homeless individuals are being relocated to make room for tourists going to Taylor Swift's "Eras" tour.

International Business Times UK

HTRK turn 21: ‘Whenever I met fans I could tell they were a bit shocked I wasn’t the gothic lord’

In our new monthly series Headline Act, we spotlight the Australian artist we’re most excited about – and they make us a playlist

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“I think it’s unrealistic to expect any one amp to be able to ‘do it all’”: Guthrie Govan on how Hans Zimmer forced him to embrace digital modeling – and why he’s not going back

The requirements of the Zimmer gig pushed the Aristocrats virtuoso down the digital rabbit hole – and now modelers are the foundation of his live rig

Guitar World

“When Bob Dylan really did go electric, nearly 60 years ago, this Fender Telecaster was one of his most crucial weapons”: Bob Dylan and Robbie Robertson's 1965 Fender Telecaster fetches a whopping $650,000 at auction

The 1965 Fender Telecaster was used by both Bob Dylan and Robbie Robertson throughout their careers, and played on stage by Eric Clapton

Louder

"I’ve got this constant ringing in my ears, which has also made me somewhat deaf - or ‘conveniently deaf’ as Sharon calls it": Cautionary tales from Ozzy and 5 other rock stars who suffer from tinnitus and other hearing issues

Hearing damage doesn't just affect live music fans - years of touring can also take their toll on artists. Here are six who have spoken about the negative impact loud music has had on their health

The Independent UK

Q&A: Andra Day talks new album, playing a villain and regaining confidence after injuring vocals

Andra Day gained acting acclaim after her starring role in a 2021 Billie Holiday biopic, but the soulful singer nearly lost the strength of her powerful voice during the process

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Eric Clapton says Pink Floyd's Roger Waters suffers "terribly" from sharing his political views and has seen him “sit on the window ledge in tears”

Eric Clapton says that he thinks Roger Waters has "a lot of guts" when it comes to sharing his political opinions, and has seen him suffer "terribly" for it

The Independent UK

Usher, Victoria Monét will receive prestigious awards from music industry group ASCAP

Usher will add another prestigious award to his already loaded trophy case

Louder

Bruce Dickinson is worried that Iron Maiden don't "challenge" themselves enough when it comes to writing music: "We have this devoted following and they’re happy with the way we are"

Iron Maiden leader Bruce Dickinson is concerned that the band might be over-catering to their fans instead of pushing themselves creatively

MusicRadar

“He had the most equipment that I've ever seen - every synth you can imagine and huge modular setups… I think there were 1,100 modules and counting!”: Studio designer Jim Keller on Martin Gore’s studio

Jim Keller's Sondhus has created extraordinary studios for bands including a-ha and Depeche Mode. What can they teach us about making our own spaces work to our advantage?

MusicRadar

“By far, the most stressful day of my entire life": The unexpected story of a Burt Bacharach and Hal David classic that reduced Noel Gallagher to a nervous wreck

How a sublimely dreamy, easy-listening love song captured the collective minds of middle America during one of the nation’s most turbulent years

MusicRadar

Former Spitfire Audio CEO Will Evans on new music tech company Song Athletics: "We’re making tools for music-makers, but coming from a place of having a broader interest in sound and the love of music and recording"

Since launching in 2023, Song Athletics has released sample packs, a plugin and even a coffee range - but where is the brand headed next?

Guitar World

“The last gig of the tour was in Barcelona. We were there for a couple of days and Eric said he wanted to get a Spanish guitar”: The acoustic Eric Clapton used to write Tears in Heaven just sold for over $100,000

Originally owned by John Porter, Clapton begged him to borrow his 1977 Juan Alvares acoustic to use as his go-to songwriting guitar

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