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Quarter of UK musicians have lost all EU work since 2021, report finds

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Quarter of UK musicians have lost all EU work since 2021, report finds

Theguardian.com

More than a quarter of UK musicians have lost all EU work since 2021, according to a new report.
Average tour earnings have fallen by 45%, with many musicians saying EU touring is no longer viable.
Brexit-era barriers include new visa rules, work permits, and Schengen limits on EU travel for UK artists.
The report warns mobility barriers threaten the UK’s 8-billion-pound music sector and cultural reach abroad.
Temporary admission documents for equipment can cost orchestras £2,000 to £5,000 per EU tour.
The study highlights lost Creative Europe funding as a major blow to UK creative collaboration.
EU hauliers and UK operators face cabotage limits, raising touring costs and affecting smaller acts.
The report indicates cross-border collaboration pressures extend to UK and EU artists alike.
The Louisiana in Bristol founder notes fewer European artists touring post-Brexit due to costs.
The report calls for action to remove mobility barriers to protect the UK music sector's growth.

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‘A Pavarotti rebirth’: the Samoan tenor taking over the world’s most gilded opera stages

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entertainment1d ago

‘A Pavarotti rebirth’: the Samoan tenor taking over the world’s most gilded opera stages

Theguardian.com

Pene Pati has ascended to major opera stages including La Scala and the Met, signaling a global breakout.
The documentary Tenor: My Name is Pati follows his journey and premieres at the Sydney film festival.
Colleagues describe Pati as a ‘beast of talent’ with a voice praised for warmth and expression.
Pati’s path faced skepticism, including coaches doubting Polynesian singers, which he used to fuel his drive.
Pati’s brother Amitai also stars internationally, emphasizing family support in their shared career.
Pati received France’s Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et Lettres, a notable arts honor.
The film also documents the brothers’ early family challenges in Samoa and New Zealand.
Pati credits his early choir work and school music programs for launching his career.
The article portrays Pati’s artistry as deeply connected to his Pacific heritage and emotional onstage presence.
Pati aims to pave the way for younger Pacific singers pursuing opera across the globe.

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Where Michael Jackson's kids are now as blockbuster biopic sparks comeback

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celebrities1d ago

Where Michael Jackson's kids are now as blockbuster biopic sparks comeback

Dailystar.co.uk

Jaafar Jackson has received strong reviews for his portrayal of Michael and helped drive the film's global box office momentum.
The film’s success has sparked a Jackson revival, boosting interest in the family’s legacy and catalog.
Prince Jackson, now 29, has focused on charitable work and education, co-founding Heal Los Angeles Foundation.
Paris Jackson has pursued music, modeling, and acting while speaking openly about mental health and sobriety.
Bigi Jackson, formerly Blanket, keeps a low public profile but shares his brothers’ interest in filmmaking.
Jaafar’s casting has linked newer audiences with Michael Jackson’s legacy amid renewed chart activity for the artist.
The biopic’s climb is contributing to renewed interest in Michael Jackson’s back catalog, including top hits.
Paris publicly discusses her mental health journey and sobriety amid intense scrutiny.
The film’s ongoing box office momentum places it near historical records for music biopics.
The Daily Star frames the story around a broader revival of Michael Jackson’s cultural impact.

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BBC Radio 2 legend Bob Harris retires due to ill health

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entertainment1d ago

BBC Radio 2 legend Bob Harris retires due to ill health

Metro.co.uk

Bob Harris has retired from BBC Radio 2 due to ill health, ending his roles on Radio 2 Country and Sounds of the 70s.
Harris, 80, said his broadcasting career has spanned almost 56 years and thanked listeners for their loyalty.
Harris disclosed cancer has spread to his spine and he began radiotherapy this year.
Listeners and industry peers offered messages of support after the retirement announcement.
Harris has previously faced a serious health issue in 2019, a torn aorta, and returned to broadcasting afterward.
BBC Radio 2 paid tribute, noting Harris’s long influence and commitment to the station.
Harris expressed appreciation for listeners, saying he would miss them and loves them dearly.
The public figure has a storied history, helping to found Time Out magazine in the late 1960s.
Radio 2 colleagues shared admiration, calling Harris an inspiration to many.
Harris emphasized gratitude toward the BBC for allowing him creative freedom over the years.

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entertainment1d ago

On the Circuit: Music Heals Live!

Nfocusmagazine.com

Music Heals Live! in Nashville raised $700,000 for Musicians On Call to support bedside and virtual music programs.
The event featured Reba McEntire receiving the Music Heals Golden Ukulele Award for longtime support.
The lineup included Vince Gill and Wynonna with a surprise appearance supporting the cause.
Charles Esten opened the program and helped present volunteer awards for service to the organization.
The event honored five volunteers with Golden Ukulele Awards for extraordinary service.
The VIP reception featured hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, and red-carpet photo opportunities.
The program featured performances by Belle Frantz and a tribute to McEntire's hit 'The Last One to Know'.
The fundraiser supports Musicians On Call’s mission to deliver healing through music nationwide.
The event was hosted at The Pinnacle in Nashville to support the nonprofit sector.

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Michael Jackson wanted to make his own dark fantasy game

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celebrities1d ago

Michael Jackson wanted to make his own dark fantasy game

Nme.com

Michael Jackson explored a dark fantasy video game with an original soundtrack, involving the team behind Enter The Matrix.
Perry said Jackson invited him to Neverland to discuss the game and its potential development.
The project reportedly went through several names, including The Final War, Solo, The Darkness, and Dark Rim.
Jackson reportedly aimed to release his next album through the game with a deluxe CD and vinyl edition.
The project ended after life events, and Jackson died in 2009, with no contract signed to publish the game.

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‘What’s the worst that can happen?’ How soprano Danielle de Niese turned to directing for The Marriage of Figaro

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entertainment1d ago

‘What’s the worst that can happen?’ How soprano Danielle de Niese turned to directing for The Marriage of Figaro

Theguardian.com

Danielle de Niese directs The Marriage of Figaro in a six-week UK tour using a 10-person chamber version.
She aims to move beyond traditional tropes, prioritizing each character’s realism to drive the plot.
The production is set in the 18th century to maintain period plausibility and avoid modern reimagining.
De Niese hopes the live experience will turn audiences into active participants, not mere observers.
De Niese uses minimal props and the space’s four boxes and screens to explore the set's versatility.
The cast runs the full production across multiple venues in a three-month tour.
The production opens June 5 at Layer Marney Tower before touring England and Wales.
De Niese’s experience includes singing Susanna and Figaro on major stages, informing her directorial approach.
Orlando Jopling joined the project as conductor with a reduced orchestration.
De Niese sees the opera's final forgiveness scene as a test of believability and emotion.

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10 Tips for Conducting a Great Artist Interview

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entertainment20h ago

10 Tips for Conducting a Great Artist Interview

Rollingstone.com

Tip 1 stresses asking personal and specific questions to elicit memorable stories from artists.
Tip 2 highlights doing thorough prep to understand the artist’s work and context.
Tip 3 advises testing equipment before the interview to prevent avoidable technical issues.
Tip 4 notes making the artist comfortable to encourage openness.
Tip 5 cautions against turning the interview into a rigid checklist.
Tip 6 recommends always filming to capture quotes and expand content.
Tip 7 stresses environment awareness to avoid distracting surroundings.
Tip 8 encourages questions that invite storytelling and personal memories.
Tip 9 highlights respecting artists’ time, especially at festivals.
Tip 10 reminds to have fun to keep the conversation natural.

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What Kurt Vile Watches (and Listens to) With His Daughters

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entertainment20h ago

What Kurt Vile Watches (and Listens to) With His Daughters

Vulture.com

Kurt Vile explains his daughters shape his cultural choices, citing Watership Down and Ken Burns’s Country Music as shared viewing.
Vile notes Awilda’s fascination with Tim Burton and Edward Scissorhands as a recurring look and Halloween inspiration.
The interview underscores the family’s shared musical rituals, including birthday playlists featuring Charli XCX.
Vile describes the family’s first live concert experiences, including a Neil Young and Crazy Horse show when the girls were young.
Vile notes the family’s exposure to Ren & Stimpy and Pee-wee’s Big Adventure as bonding experiences.
Vile highlights the influence of his own ’90s upbringing on his children’s soundtrack and daily life.
The piece frames parenthood as a driver of creativity, with music serving as a bonding medium in the family.
Vulture notes the family’s broader cultural influences and visits to concerts, highlighting how the daughters have grown with him.
The piece reveals the family’s joy in discovering old classics together, including The Outsiders and Ren & Stimpy.

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The Beatles to Mark 'Global Beatles Day' With 'All You Need Is Love' Performance Clip

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entertainment18h ago

The Beatles to Mark 'Global Beatles Day' With 'All You Need Is Love' Performance Clip

Rollingstone.com

Apple Corps to mark Global Beatles Day on June 25 with a colorized All You Need Is Love broadcast.
The day honors a fan-led campaign from 2009 that encouraged global celebrations of the song's message.
The message of All You Need Is Love is described as fostering community, connection, and joy.
John Lennon stressed the aspirational nature of the song when discussing love.
Rolling Stone notes the event as part of a broader celebration of the band's impact on culture.
The initiative aligns with calls for peace and unity tied to the Beatles' legacy.
The celebration includes public forms to show support for Global Beatles Day's message.
The event was tied to a wider BBC One World telecast during its original broadcast.
Apple Corps CEO expressed that Global Beatles Day celebrates the Beatles' gifts to the world.
The initiative looks to spread a message of peace, community, and shared joy worldwide.

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