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• Inhaler’s Elijah Hewson says dad Bono wasn’t supportive of his band at first

  26-02-2020 23:45 via nme.com
  
  Elijah Hewson, the son of U2 frontman Bono, has revealed that his dad wasn’t that supportive of his band Inhaler when they first formed.
  Read more: Inhaler are the Dubliners who want rock to rage again – and shake off those U2 comparisons
  Speaking in a new interview, Hewson said that he had to convince his parents to support his music career as they weren’t on board in the beginning.
  Asked how supportive his parents were of his music career, he told GQ: “At the beginning
  
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• Song You Need to Know: Neil Young and Crazy Horse, ‘Campaigner’ Live in 1991

  26-02-2020 23:32 via rollingstone.com
  
  Days after ripping into Donald Trump in an open letter, Neil Young posted a rare live performance of his 1976 Nixon-inspired song "Campaigner"
  
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• Jay-Z, Yo Gotti File Second Lawsuit Against Mississippi Corrections Officials Over Prison Conditions

  26-02-2020 23:19 via rollingstone.com
  
  Lawsuit filed on behalf of 152 inmates details "abhorrent" living conditions and poor health services at Parchman prison
  
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• Watch SZA and Justin Timberlake shine in video for new single ‘The Other Side’

  26-02-2020 22:47 via nme.com
  
  SZA and Justin Timberlake have shared a video for their new song ‘The Other Side’ – watch it below.
  Read more: Why SZA x Childish Gambino could be the best collaboration of the year
  The collaboration features in the new Trolls World Tour animated movie, which Timberlake both stars in and serves as executive producer of the soundtrack.
  In the accompanying video the pair are seen dancing inside a silver sphere as they throw it back to the shiny suit era once dominated by Did
  
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• Music Benefactors Wants to Solve the Crowdfunding Riddle for Musicians — Introducing the ‘Artist Public Offering’

  26-02-2020 22:31 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  On November 14th, 2019, Taylor Swift wrote an open letter to the public, the music industry, and, most importantly of all, her many millions of fans. In it, Swift — who has sold over 50 million records and became a global sensation long before her 30th birthday — struck a tone of frustration and hopelessness, […]The post Music Benefactors Wants to Solve the Crowdfunding Riddle for Musicians — Introducing the ‘Artist Public Offering’ appeared first on Digital
  
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• The First Time: SZA

  26-02-2020 22:27 via rollingstone.com
  
  R&B star talks her early dark poetry, love of marine biology and the thrill of gymnastics
  
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• Herb Alpert Documentary Will Feature Sting, Questlove, and Others

  26-02-2020 21:40 via rollingstone.com
  
  Film about the trailblazing trumpeter-singer coming this spring
  
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• Herb Alpert Documentary Will Feature Sting, Questlove and More

  26-02-2020 21:40 via rollingstone.com
  
  Film about the trailblazing trumpeter-singer coming this spring
  
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• Disclosure Sample Boz Scaggs on ‘Expressing What Matters’

  26-02-2020 21:37 via rollingstone.com
  
  Duo shares third track from upcoming Ecstasy EP
  
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• Korn’s Brian ‘Head’ Welch Opens Wellness Centers Inspired by Recovery

  26-02-2020 21:32 via rollingstone.com
  
  After battling addiction and depression, guitarist is opening facilities that provide saltwater floating, cryotherapy and more
  
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• Mabel Makes Her ’90s Aaliyah Dreams Come True In ‘Boyfriend’ Video

  26-02-2020 21:26
  
  Mabel attempts to design the perfect man in her fierce, Aaliyah-inspired "Boyfriend" video.
  
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• Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA releases EP of meditation songs

  26-02-2020 21:21 via nme.com
  
  Wu-Tang Clan‘s RZA has released ‘Guided Explorations’, an EP of meditation songs – you can listen to it below.
  Read more: Re-Enter The Wu-Tang: RZA on the past, present and future of the hip-hop icons
  The five-track project was produced in collaboration with TAZO Tea and hears RZA instruct listeners to find a “chill environment” before finding spiritual peace.
  The Wu-Tang leader goes deep as he discourages distraction and negative thoughts, explaining how
  
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• Korean Music Festival in Los Angeles Postponed Amid Coronavirus Scare

  26-02-2020 21:19 via rollingstone.com
  
  "We truly apologize for the inconvenience to those who have been looking forward to this event and ask for your kind understanding," organizers said
  
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• Disclosure share another new song, ‘Expressing What Matters’

  26-02-2020 21:08 via nme.com
  
  Disclosure have shared their third new track of this week – listen to ‘Expressing What Matters’ below.
  Read more: The Roots Of… Disclosure
  The dance duo – comprised of brothers Guy and Howard Lawrence – made their return on Monday (February 24) with ‘Ecstasy’, which marked their first new material since 2018. Forming part of their current Kitchen Mix, it was swiftly followed by ‘Tondo’ last night (February 25).
  Taking to Instagram
  
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• Storied Chrysalis Records Reemerges as a Frontline Label

  26-02-2020 21:04 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Fifty-two years after its founding, the storied Chrysalis Records is reemerging as a frontline label. The record company’s officials announced today that their brand would relaunch as part of an agreement with Partisan Records, a Brooklyn-based independent label. Partisan was founded in 2007, and its roster currently includes well-known indie acts such as Cigarettes After […]The post Storied Chrysalis Records Reemerges as a Frontline Label appeared first on Digital Music News.
  
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• BTS’s ‘Map of the Soul: 7’ On Track For Number One RS 200 Debut

  26-02-2020 21:01 via rollingstone.com
  
  K-pop group's seventh album tops the daily RS 200 with 129,300 units so far.
  
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• Listen to The Maccabees frontman Orlando Weeks’ first solo single, ‘Safe In Sound’

  26-02-2020 20:50 via nme.com
  Former Maccabees frontman Orlando Weeks has shared his first solo single – listen to ‘Safe In Sound’ below.
  Read More: The Maccabees turn Ally Pally into an emotional wreck at poignant, celebratory final ever show
  The musician confirmed that he’d almost finished work on his debut solo album last summer, and subsequently announced a UK tour due to begin next week.
  Ahead of these fast-approaching dates, Weeks has released the first taste of his upcoming record. Further
  
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• Harmonix Announces New Music Game Called Fuser, Allows Players to Become A DJ

  26-02-2020 20:47 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Harmonix, the development studio behind Rock Band, is back with a new DJ-focused music game called Fuser. The developer describes Fuser as “a non-stop virtual music festival where you control the music.” Players take on the role of DJ, mashing popular songs together for points to excite the crowd. The game will feature a single-player […]The post Harmonix Announces New Music Game Called Fuser, Allows Players to Become A DJ appeared first on Digital Music News.
  
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• Ticketmaster, StubHub Execs Are Testifying Before a Congressional Panel on Excessive Ticket Costs

  26-02-2020 20:36 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Congress’s continued effort to curb deceptive ticketing practices and lower ticket prices has taken the form of a comprehensive hearing, at which executives from America’s leading ticketing companies have been called to testify. A House of Representatives panel led by Colorado Representative Diana DeGette will question these execs—including higher-ups from Ticketmaster, StubHub, and Vivid Seats—about […]The post Ticketmaster, StubHub Execs Are Testifying Before a C
  
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• YG’s 4Hunnid Label Inks a Joint Venture Deal With Epic/Sony

  26-02-2020 20:20 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Rapper YG has inked a JV deal between his label, 4Hunnid, and Sony Music Entertainment’s Epic Records. Per a deal first tipped by Variety this (Wednesday) morning, the Compton rapper will tie with Epic/Sony on all future works. The deal spans distribution as well as marketing, sales, and other areas for a variety of signed artists. The initial release […]The post YG’s 4Hunnid Label Inks a Joint Venture Deal With Epic/Sony appeared first on Digital Music New
  
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• Rapper Chika praises “hero” Duffy for helping her through depression

  26-02-2020 20:18 via nme.com
  Rapper Chika has praised Duffy for helping her through a bout of depression after the Welsh singer publicly detailed her past kidnap ordeal.
  Duffy shared an emotive post last night (February 25) on how she had been “raped and drugged and held captive over some days”. The ‘Mercy’ artist explained to fans that her subsequent recovery “took time”, leading to a continued absence from the music industry.
  Shortly after this news broke, Alabama rapper Chika – r
  
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• Harry Styles announces ‘Harryween’ fancy dress shows with Orville Peck

  26-02-2020 20:16 via nme.com
  
  Harry Styles has announced a pair of Halloween shows dubbed ‘Harryween’ taking place this year in New York.
  Read more: Harry Styles – ‘Fine Line’ review: packed with personality and charm (and saucy lyrics)
  The two-night fancy dress party is coming to Madison Square Garden on October 30 and 31 with support from Orville Peck.
  The ‘Harryween’ dates are part of the former One Direction singer’s 2020 tour in support of new album, ‘Fine Line&rsquo
  
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• Massive K-Pop Festival In Los Angeles Canceled Over Coronavirus Fears

  26-02-2020 19:52 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  The coronavirus epidemic has forced Los Angeles’s Korea Times Music Festival (KTMF) to postpone its annual event. The 18th annual Korea Times Music Festival was scheduled to take place on April 25th, but due to “current travel restrictions in Asia,” the festival has been postponed indefinitely, according to organizers. Ticketholders can request a refund or […]The post Massive K-Pop Festival In Los Angeles Canceled Over Coronavirus Fears appeared first on Digital Music Ne
  
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• 50 Cent praises Pop Smoke’s freestyle cover of his hit ‘Many Men’

  26-02-2020 19:26 via nme.com
  
  Following the death of Pop Smoke last week, 50 Cent has praised the young rapper’s cover of his 2003 hit ‘Many Men’.
  Read more: Pay tribute to the late, great Pop Smoke with his 10 best tracks
  The ‘Dior’ rapper was shot and killed at his home in Los Angeles, California on February 19. The police described the murder as a “targeted” hit.
  Earlier this month, 50 Cent was spotted partying with the 20-year-old in Miami during Super Bowl weekend, and he h
  
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• Another new Disclosure song is coming tonight

  26-02-2020 19:01 via nme.com
  
  Disclosure are set to release another new track later tonight – check out the artwork for ‘Expressing What Matters’ below.
  Read more: The Roots Of… Disclosure
  The dance duo – comprised of brothers Guy and Howard Lawrence – made their return on Monday (February 24) with ‘Ecstasy’, which marked their first new material since 2018. Forming part of their current Kitchen Mix, it was swiftly followed by ‘Tondo’ last night (February 25).
  
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• Lianne La Havas returns with soulful new single ‘Bittersweet’

  26-02-2020 18:32 via nme.com
  Lianne La Havas has returned with her first new material in five years – you can listen to ‘Bittersweet’ below.
  The London singer-songwriter’s last album came in the form of 2015’s ‘Blood‘, which contained the tracks ‘Unstoppable’ and ‘What You Don’t Do’.
  Breaking cover following her half-decade hiatus, La Havas made her comeback with the stirring, soul-inspired cut yesterday (February 25).
  ‘Bittersweet’ was prem
  
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• Listen to Princess Nokia’s two new albums ‘Everything Sucks’ and ‘Everything Is Beautiful’

  26-02-2020 18:20 via nme.com
  
  Princess Nokia has released two brand new albums, ‘Everything Sucks’ and ‘Everything Is Beautiful’
  ‘Everything Sucks’ was recorded in one week in New York with Chris Lare, and has been described as “a brash, ruthless and insistent collection” of songs.
  Read more: Princess Nokia on her upcoming “curveball” of an album and her new outlook for 2020: “I’m not a garbage can, I’m not a place for you to dump your waste”
  
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• The Rebirth of SZA

  26-02-2020 18:15 via rollingstone.com
  
  She transformed R&B with her honesty and warmth. Fans are desperate for new music — but first, she’s working on herself
  
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• Watch the trippy video for Phoebe Bridgers’ new single ‘Garden Song’

  26-02-2020 18:13 via nme.com
  
  Phoebe Bridgers has released a trippy video for her brand new single ‘Garden Song’ — check out the bizarre clip below.
  Read more: Phoebe Bridgers talks collaborating with The 1975, aliens and her “unafraid” new album
  The song is Bridgers’ first new solo material to be released since the arrival of her acclaimed debut album ‘Stranger In The Alps’ in 2017.
  Now, Bridgers has released the video for ‘Garden Song’. Directed by her younger bro
  
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• Christine And The Queens teasing something new coming tomorrow

  26-02-2020 18:10 via nme.com
  
  Christine And The Queens has taken to social media to tease something new that is due to arrive tomorrow.
  Read more: Charli XCX and Christine And The Queens talk ‘untangling the patriarchy’ and the genius of Robyn
  In a clip shared to her Instagram, tomorrow’s date (February 27) and the words ‘La Vita Nuova’ flash up, followed by a brief clip of a group of people raising their hands in unison and shaking them.
  Likely to be a new song or video, Christine doesn’t
  
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• Christine And The Queens teases that something new is coming tomorrow

  26-02-2020 18:10 via nme.com
  
  Christine And The Queens has taken to social media to tease something new that is due to arrive tomorrow.
  Read more: Charli XCX and Christine And The Queens talk ‘untangling the patriarchy’ and the genius of Robyn
  In a clip shared to her Instagram, tomorrow’s date (February 27) and the words ‘La Vita Nuova’ flash up, followed by a brief clip of a group of people raising their hands in unison and shaking them.
  Likely to be a new song or video, Christine doesn’t
  
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• Car Seat Headrest Announce New Album, Drop New Song, ‘Can’t Cool Me Down’

  26-02-2020 18:03 via rollingstone.com
  
  Indie-rock band will tour this summer in support of 'Making a Door Less Open'
  
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• Phoebe Bridgers Rips a Bong in ‘Garden Song’ Video

  26-02-2020 18:00 via rollingstone.com
  
  Smoky clip also features comedian Tig Notaro
  
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• Danger Mouse’s ‘Grey Album’ Could Never Happen Today. Here’s Why That’s a Shame

  26-02-2020 17:54 via rollingstone.com
  
  The producer's audacious blend of Jay-Z and the Beatles, released online 16 years ago this month, still startles — but would anyone even think of attempting something like it in the current climate?
  
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• Harry Styles Wants To Spend Halloween With You

  26-02-2020 17:48
  
  Harry Styles performed on the 'Today' show this morning (February 26), and revealed some exciting news for fans in New York City. The "Adore You" singer will have two concerts at Madison Square Garden during Halloween weekend, so mark your calendars.
  
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• Mr. Eazi Will Fund New Class of Rising Artists Through emPawa30

  26-02-2020 17:43 via rollingstone.com
  
  More than 30,000 musicians applied to be part of the Nigerian star's development and mentorship program
  
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• Listen to Princess Nokia’s new album ‘Everything Sucks’

  26-02-2020 17:33 via nme.com
  
  Princess Nokia has released her new album ‘Everything Sucks’, the first of two full-length releases from the rapper which are expected to drop today (February 26).
  ‘Everything Sucks’ was recorded in one week in New York with Chris Lare, and has been described as “a brash, ruthless and insistent collection” of songs.
  Read more: Princess Nokia on her upcoming “curveball” of an album and her new outlook for 2020: “I’m not a garbage can, I&
  
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• SZA And Justin Timberlake Are Passionate About Platinum In ‘The Other Side’

  26-02-2020 17:28
  
  SZA and Justin Timberlake have released the video for their new collaboration, 'The Other Side.' The song appears on the soundtrack for the forthcoming film, 'Trolls World Tour.'
  
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• Savages’ Jehnny Beth announces her first London solo show

  26-02-2020 17:13 via nme.com
  
  Following the news of her debut solo album, Jehnny Beth has announced that she will be performing her first solo show in London next month.
  Read more: Savages’ Jehnny Beth tells us how David Bowie and Peaky Blinders shaped her wild solo album
  The Savages frontwoman announced details of her debut solo album, ‘To Love Is To Live’, earlier this month. Arriving on May 8, it will feature guest appearances from The xx’s Romy Madley Croft, Peaky Blinders star Cill
  
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• Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker says he considers Alex Turner to be “in another league to me as a songwriter”

  26-02-2020 17:12 via nme.com
  
  Tame Impala‘s Kevin Parker has spoken about the high regard in which he holds Alex Turner, admitting that he considers the Arctic Monkeys frontman to be “in another league to me as a songwriter.”
  Read more: The Big Read – Tame Impala: “This band is the fantasy of music. It’s The Lord Of The Rings”
  Parker was speaking to Beats 1‘s Matt Wilkinson for the ‘5 Best Songs On Apple Music’ feature, in which he selected tracks by the likes
  
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• Norah Jones Sets U.S. Tour With Mavis Staples

  26-02-2020 17:11 via rollingstone.com
  
  Seven months after collaborating on "I'll Be Gone," singers plot tour dates together
  
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• Whitney Houston hologram tour draws negative reviews on opening night

  26-02-2020 17:00 via music-news.com
  
  The singer, who died in 2012 and last toured in 2010, has been reincarnated in holographic form for An Evening With Whitney: The Whitney Houston Hologram Tour.
  
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• Justin Timberlake, SZA Get Funky on ‘The Other Side’

  26-02-2020 17:00 via rollingstone.com
  
  Track is featured on the upcoming Trolls World Tour
  
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• Garth Brooks to be honoured at 2020 Billboard Music Awards

  26-02-2020 17:00 via music-news.com
  
  The star will be the ninth person to be honoured with the prize.
  
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• At Work With Dina LaPolt, Music Attorney and Artist Advocate

  26-02-2020 17:00 via rollingstone.com
  
  "'Lawyer' is my skillset, but what I do all day long is run clients’ businesses... I just think I need a lot more complication in my life to keep it interesting," says the renowned music attorney
  
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• Mollie King wants people to be 'really open' about their experiences with dyslexia

  26-02-2020 16:55 via music-news.com
  
  The former Saturdays singer has previously spoken candidly about her struggles with the learning disorder - which affects reading
  
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• Maren Morris Announces ‘RSVP: The Tour’ Dates

  26-02-2020 16:50 via rollingstone.com
  
  Headlining summer trek includes stops at famed venues Red Rocks and the Greek
  
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• Amy Winehouse will be honoured on the Music Walk of Fame

  26-02-2020 16:45 via music-news.com
  
  The late 'Rehab' hitmaker - who tragically passed away aged 27 in 2011 - is set to be recognised on March 4 with a spot on Camden's special
  
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• Blanks says a Post Malone collaboration would be 'a dream come true'

  26-02-2020 16:43 via music-news.com
  
  The YouTube sensation - who caught the 'Better Now' rapper's eye with an 80s version of his 2018 single - would love to team up with
  
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• A$AP Rocky thinks it's 'hilarious' that 'old folks' know him because of his imprisonment

  26-02-2020 16:42 via music-news.com
  
  The 31-year-old rapper spent a month in jail in Stockholm last summer when he was arrested following a street altercation
  
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