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• Elton John responds to BTS referencing him on ‘Permission To Dance’

  10-07-2021 23:56 via nme.com
  
  Elton John has responded to BTS making reference to him on their latest track ‘Permission To Dance’, which was released yesterday (July 9).
  The song, which was co-written by Ed Sheeran, is the Korean group’s second English-language release of 2021 following May’s ‘Butter’.READ MORE: BTS’ ‘Permission To Dance’ cements their status as kings of the feel-good summer smashIn the first verse of ‘Permission To Dance’, leader and rap
  
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• Vince Staples says the music industry “monetises people’s struggles”

  10-07-2021 23:23 via nme.com
  
  Vince Staples has spoken about how the music industry “monetises people’s struggles” and how that affects the image rappers try to sell.
  The rapper was asked about artists like Tekashi 6ix9ine and YNW Melly, who have used gang affiliation and songs about murder respectively to build their images.READ MORE: Vince Staples – ‘Vince Staples’ album review: a spectacular slow-burn“This is a business where we monetise people’s struggles, pain, death
  
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• MONSTA X’s Shownu to enlist for military service later this month

  10-07-2021 22:20 via nme.com
  
  MONSTA X’s Shownu has announced that he will be enlisting in the military to complete his mandatory service later this month.
  The K-pop group’s leader shared the news with fans in their official fan cafe earlier today (July 10).READ MORE: MONSTA X – ‘One Of A Kind’ review: a high-stakes gamble that more than pays offMONSTA X’s agency Starship Entertainment has also confirmed that the idol will enlist on July 22 and will undergo three weeks of basic traini
  
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• ‘Bo Burnham: Inside’ to Debut in Theaters for Just One Day

  10-07-2021 22:08
  
  Bo Burnham’s one-room Netflix special made during the pandemic is headed for theaters this July for one day only.
  The comedian’s self-shot Inside, which is filled with catchy dystopian songs that chronicle his loneliness over the course of an isolated year (as well as knocks on internet culture), will hit theaters on July 22 in conjunction with Netflix and Iconic Events.
  Following Inside‘s release on May 30, the singer-artist put out an accompanying album, Bo Burnham: Inside (T
  
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• Steven Van Zandt Praises Educators While Being Honored by American Federation of Teachers

  10-07-2021 22:00
  The American Federation of Teachers presented Steven Van Zandt with its Making a Difference award on Saturday (July 10). The award, which was presented virtually during the AFT’s TEACH summer educational issues conference, recognizes the rock musician’s “years of work promoting and appreciating the work of educators.”
  In a taped acceptance speech to the audience of educators, Van Zandt said, “This is an amazing award, coming from my favorite people — you! You,
  
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• Baltimore Orioles Cancel Diplo Postgame Concert Amid Sexual Assault Allegations

  10-07-2021 21:47 via rollingstone.com
  
  DJ/producer faces pair of lawsuits following accusations of sexual battery and revenge porn
  
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• Jamie Lynn Spears Penning Memoir Scheduled for Release in Early 2022

  10-07-2021 21:40
  
  Jamie Lynn Spears is getting ready to tell her story.
  On Friday (July 9), Spears’ publisher confirmed that the 30-year-old actress is currently working on an as-yet untitled memoir, scheduled for release in January 2022.
  “Jamie Lynn’s book has been in development over the past 12 months and will allow the world to hear her inspiring story in her own words, for the first time,” Worthy Publishing, an imprint of Hachette Book Group, said in a statement.Earlier in the day, Wo
  
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• Frank Skinner claims UEFA turned down ‘Three Lions’ performance at Euro 2020 final

  10-07-2021 21:40 via nme.com
  
  Frank Skinner has claimed that UEFA turned down a performance of ‘Three Lions’ by himself and David Baddiel at the Euro 2020 final.
  England will take on Italy in the last match of the tournament tomorrow (July 11), which will be held at London’s Wembley Stadium. It is the first time England’s male team have reached a final since winning the World Cup in 1966.READ MORE: NME Explains: How Baddiel, Skinner & The Lightning Seeds wrote ‘Three Lions (Football&rsq
  
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• Barack Obama Heats Up Summer 2021 With Playlist Featuring Silk Sonic, H.E.R., Migos & More

  10-07-2021 20:28
  
  In keeping with past tradition, Barack Obama is sharing some of his favorite summer tunes as we head into the blistering season.
  On Saturday (July 10), the former U.S. president shared his annual “Summer “Playlist,” featuring music by Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak’s Silk Sonic, Bob Dylan, Migos, H.E.R., The Rolling Stones, SZA, Stevie Wonder and many more.
  “With so many folks getting together with family and friends, there’s a lot to celebrate this summer,&rdq
  
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• Travis Scott is launching his own cannabis line, Cactus Farms

  10-07-2021 19:37 via nme.com
  
  Travis Scott is launching his own line of cannabis called Cactus Farms, marijuana cultivator Connected Cannabis has announced.
  The new partnership is the rapper’s first step into the growing marijuana industry and will start appearing in dispensaries in some states in the US this weekend.READ MORE: Travis Scott – ‘Astroworld’ reviewFans will be able to pick it up from dispensaries that stock Connected Cannabis products in California and from Harvest dispensaries in A
  
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• See the Wallflowers Perform ‘Exit Wounds’ Songs on ‘CBS This Morning’

  10-07-2021 19:17 via rollingstone.com
  
  Jakob Dylan and company showcase three tracks from their first album in nine years for "Saturday Sessions"
  
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• Billie Eilish’s Mom and Team Were ‘Losing Their Minds’ on ‘NDA’ Video Set: Watch Behind-the-Scenes Footage

  10-07-2021 19:06
  
  Billie Eilish had her mom and team worried sick on the set of her terrifying new “NDA” music video.
  On Friday (July 9), the 19-year-old daredevil released her dark new single with an accompanying self-directed visual in which 25 professional stunt drivers skillfully weave around her on a pitch-black road in the dead of night. The experience left Eilish’s mother and professional crew terrified, as evidenced by some behind-the-scenes footage the singer shared on Instagram.
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• Drake confirms ‘Certified Lover Boy’ is being mixed and “on the way”

  10-07-2021 18:59 via nme.com
  
  Drake has given another update on his upcoming album ‘Certified Lover Boy’, saying it’s about to be mixed and “on the way”.
  The rapper has been teasing the record for some time and was originally scheduled to release it in January 2021.READ MORE: Drake – ‘Scary Hours 2’ EP review: title defender sounds ready to challenge himself againAfter postponing that release, it seems the record – which will be Drake’s sixth studio album &ndas
  
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• 5 Uplifting Moments in Latin Music This Week (July 10)

  10-07-2021 18:38
  
  From career milestones and new music releases to major announcements and more, Billboard editors highlight the latest news buzz in Latin music every week. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week.
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  Karol G, Justin Quiles, Sebastián Yatra, Tainy, Tommy Torres, Yandel, Chimbala, El Alfa, Nino Freestyle and Zion & Lennox have been confirmed to perform at this year’s Premios Juventud. Joining the already star-stud
  
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• Senator Marsha Blackburn says Taylor Swift would be “first victim” of socialism

  10-07-2021 18:23 via nme.com
  
  US Senator Marsha Blackburn has said Taylor Swift would be the “first victim” of socialism, claiming she would be banned by a Marxist or socialist society.
  Swift spoke out against Blackburn, who is the senator for the pop star’s home state of Tennessee, in 2018 over her voting record on minority and LGBTQ rights.READ MORE: Taylor Swift – ‘Fearless (Taylor’s Version)’ review: a celebration of the star’s breakout albumDuring an interview with Br
  
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• Barack Obama shares 2021 summer playlist featuring Migos, H.E.R., Silk Sonic and more

  10-07-2021 17:45 via nme.com
  
  Barack Obama has shared his summer playlist for 2021, featuring tracks by the likes of Migos, H.E.R., Silk Sonic and more.
  The former president of the US began sharing his recommendations for music, books and films and TV shows during his time in the White House and has continued the tradition since.
  Posting his latest playlist earlier today (July 10), Obama wrote: “With so many folks getting together with family and friends, there’s a lot to celebrate this summer. Here’s a pla
  
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• Khalid to perform at historic Virgin Galactic space flight launch

  10-07-2021 16:31 via music-news.com
  
  Khalid will also perform a set when the rocket lands.
  
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• My Chemical Romance launch makeup range inspired by ‘Danger Days’ era

  10-07-2021 16:10 via nme.com
  
  My Chemical Romance have launched a new makeup range inspired by their 2010 album, ‘Danger Days: The True Lives Of The Fabulous Killjoys’.READ MORE: My Chemical Romance live in Los Angeles: A triumphant, cathartic returnUS cosmetic company Hipdot took to social media on Thursday (July 8) to announce that it has teamed up with My Chemical Romance to release a second makeup range with the band.
  The new line, which fans can pre-order starting July 22, features various MCR-inspired produ
  
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• The Lightning Seeds announce last-minute London gig to celebrate Euro 2020 final

  10-07-2021 16:08 via nme.com
  
  The Lightning Seeds are set to play a last-minute London gig tomorrow lunchtime ahead of the final of Euro 2020.READ MORE: NME Explains: How Baddiel, Skinner & The Lightning Seeds wrote ‘Three Lions (Football’s Coming Home)’England will play Italy in the final of the tournament at Wembley Stadium in London tomorrow night (July 11) at 8:00pm, marking the first time the men’s team have made a major tournament final since winning the World Cup in 1966.
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• Barack Obama’s 2021 Summer Playlist: Bob Dylan, Migos, Brandi Carlile and More

  10-07-2021 16:04 via rollingstone.com
  
  Rolling Stones, Stevie Wonder, SZA, George Harrison, Silk Sonic and more also make former president's annual playlist
  
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• Watch Sparks, Adam Driver and Marion Cotillard’s new ‘So May We Start’ video

  10-07-2021 15:21 via nme.com
  
  Sparks have shared a new video for their track ‘So May We Start’, featuring Adam Driver and Marion Cotillard – watch it below.READ MORE: Sparks tell us about working with Adam Driver and “coming from a different realm of pop”The track, released last month, appears in Annette, the new musical film directed by Holy Motors helmer Leos Carax, who co-wrote the script with Sparks’ Ron and Russell Mael. As with the video, Driver and Cotillard star in t
  
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• Melissa Etheridge Shares ‘For the Last Time’ Video From New LP ‘One Way Out’

  10-07-2021 15:14 via rollingstone.com
  
  "Finally recording and releasing a song about my frustrations with my relationship in the 90’s is very cathartic for me," singer says of unearthed track
  
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• Nothing But Thieves announce ‘Moral Panic II’ EP and share new song ‘Miracle, Baby’

  10-07-2021 14:58 via nme.com
  
  Nothing But Thieves have announced a new EP, ‘Moral Panic II’ – listen to the band’s new song ‘Miracle, Baby’ below.READ MORE: Nothing But Thieves on tour plans and taking advice from Muse’s Matt BellamyThe five-track project, which is due out on July 23, serves as a companion release to the Southend band’s third album, ‘Moral Panic’, which was released last year via RCA/Sony.
  “‘Moral Panic II’ was something
  
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• Gene Simmons on former KISS bandmates: “They continue to make really bad choices”

  10-07-2021 14:21 via nme.com
  
  Gene Simmons has spoken out about some of his former KISS bandmates, saying that “they continue to make really bad choices”.
  Speaking in a new interview, the bassist and co-leader singer discussed the lack of involvement of Peter Criss and Ace Frehley in KISS’ new documentary Biography: KISStory.
  “God love ’em, both Ace and Peter, in the beginning of the band, were just the best thing that ever happened to us,” Simmons said on Talking Wax With Adika Live!
  
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• The Black Crowes to release reunion film, ‘Brothers Of A Feather’

  10-07-2021 13:13 via nme.com
  
  The Black Crowes are set to release a new film celebrating their 2020 reunion – you can watch the trailer for Brothers Of A Feather below.
  The Georgia rock band – now comprised of brothers Rich and Chris Robinson, and Sven Pipien – reunited last year to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their 1990 debut album ‘Shake Your Money Maker’.
  Now, joining forces with The Coda Collection, The Black Crowes are gearing up to release Brothers Of A Feather. The fi
  
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• Jim Morrison documentary focusing on his poetry and artistry is in the works

  10-07-2021 13:10 via music-news.com
  
  Gunpowder & Sky (69: The Saga of Danny Hernandez, Lil Peep: Everybody’s Everything), a fast-growing indie studio
  
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• Billie Eilish teases her second studio album will be 'unexpected'

  10-07-2021 13:09 via music-news.com
  
  Billie Eilish has opened up about the creative process behind her second album and how much she enjoyed trying new things.
  
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• Pete Townshend says he “doesn’t know” whether there will be a new album from The Who

  10-07-2021 12:49 via nme.com
  
  The Who‘s Pete Townshend has said he’s reluctant to make a new album with the band, because of the “old fashioned way that [the band] work”.
  The guitarist’s new comments come after frontman Roger Daltrey said he’s reluctant to make another album with The Who because “there’s no record market any more”.
  Speaking to Guitar Player magazine (via Contact Music), Townshend said: “As far as a new record, it does take quite a lot of time to put
  
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• Dua Lipa hints she's about to drop collaboration with late rapper Pop Smoke

  10-07-2021 12:31 via music-news.com
  
  Pop Smoke was shot and killed during a home invasion in Los Angeles in February 2020.
  
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• Britney Spears's sister Jamie Lynn to release 'unfiltered' memoir

  10-07-2021 12:31 via music-news.com
  
  Eagle-eyed fans spotted a listing for the book, titled I Must Confess: Family, Fame, and Figuring It Out, online.
  
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• Watch Twenty One Pilots host a submarine party in video for ‘Saturday’

  10-07-2021 12:20 via nme.com
  
  Twenty One Pilots have shared a new video for recent single ‘Saturday’ – you can watch it below.The NME Big Read: Twenty One Pilots: “We want to be the best – and keep everyone else at bay”The Ohio duo – comprised of Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun – released their sixth album ‘Scaled And Icy’ back in May, after previewing the project with the singles ‘Shy Away’ and ‘Choker’.
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• Margo Price announces new live EP and performs ‘Hey Child’ on ‘Colbert’

  10-07-2021 11:44 via nme.com
  
  Margo Price has announced details of a new live EP and performed one of its tracks live on The Late Show With Colbert – see the performance of ‘Hey Child’ below.READ MORE: Soundtrack of my life: Margo PricePrice’s new EP ‘Live From The Other Side will come out next Friday (July 16), and feature live versions of tracks from her 2020 LP ‘That’s How Rumors Get Started’ alongside a cover of The Beatles‘ ‘Help!’.
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• Pete Townshend doubts there will be another Who album

  10-07-2021 11:29 via music-news.com
  
  The Who legend Pete Townshend isn't sure if the group will make another new album.
  
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• Olivia Rodrigo's Deja Vu co-written by Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff and St Vincent

  10-07-2021 11:29 via music-news.com
  
  Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff and St. Vincent have received writing credits for Olivia Rodrigo's hit 'Deja Vu'.
  
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• Amy Winehouse didn't want any strings on Back To Black

  10-07-2021 11:29 via music-news.com
  
  Amy Winehouse told Mark Ronson she didn't want any strings on her second album 'Back To Black'.
  
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• Travis Barker gifts Kourtney Kardashian's daughter personalised drum kit

  10-07-2021 11:21 via music-news.com
  
  It's Kourtney Kardashian's eldest daughter's ninth birthday.
  
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• PETA bosses to protest Vanilla Ice's SeaWorld show

  10-07-2021 11:21 via music-news.com
  
  Vanilla Ice has annoyed animal rights activists.
  
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• Olivia Rodrigo acknowledges Deja Vu's debt to Taylor Swift

  10-07-2021 11:21 via music-news.com
  
  Taylor Swift has received a songwriting credit on Olivia Rodrigo's hit Deja Vu.
  
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• Ed Sheeran: 'I'm still convinced Benny Blanco peed in my jacuzzi'

  10-07-2021 11:21 via music-news.com
  
  Ed Sheeran has a bone to pick with producer pal Benny Blanco.
  
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• Dennis Quaid pinching himself after landing Bellamy Brothers collaboration

  10-07-2021 11:21 via music-news.com
  
  Dennis Quaid is loving his second career of music.
  
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• Chance The Rapper shares full trailer for ‘Magnificent Coloring World’ concert film

  10-07-2021 10:33 via nme.com
  Chance The Rapper has shared a full trailer for his upcoming concert film, Magnificent Coloring World – you can watch it below.READ MORE: Chance The Rapper – ‘The Big Day’ reviewBack in 2016, the ‘No Problem’ rapper hosted his inaugural Magnificent Coloring World event in his hometown of Chicago before then heading out on the Magnificent Coloring World Tour. Both the event and tour were put on in support of his ‘Coloring Book’ mixtape.
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• Watch The Lightning Seeds, Baddiel and Skinner play ‘Three Lions’ on ‘The Last Leg’

  10-07-2021 09:57 via nme.com
  
  As the build-up to England’s appearance in the final of Euro 2020 continues, The Lightning Seeds, Baddiel and Skinner performed their football anthem ‘Three Lions’ on The Last Leg last night (July 9) – watch the performance below.READ MORE: Why ‘Three Lions’ is still the ultimate football anthemThe track, originally written for Euro ’96, has become the defining song of the England team in every major tournament since, and the new TV rendition was confirm
  
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• ‘The Velvet Underground’ Is a Boldly Artful Documentary for a Boldly Artful Band

  10-07-2021 03:18
  
  The most often-repeated thing said about The Velvet Underground is Brian Eno’s quip that the band didn’t sell many records, but everyone who bought one started a band.
  You won’t hear that line in Todd Haynes’ documentary The Velvet Underground, nor will you see a montage of famous faces talking about their vast influence. You won’t even really hear a fairly full Velvet Underground track until nearly an hour into the two-hour film.
  Instead, Haynes, the reliably uncon
  
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• Universal Music Publishing China Hosts All-Female Writing Camp with She Is The Music

  10-07-2021 03:09
  
  After hosting an all-female songwriter camp in Beijing with global non-profit She is the Music in June, Universal Music Publishing (UMP) China hopes the initiative serves as the blueprint for future writer gatherings under its Untapped 2021 banner.
  The mission of the Untapped series, according to Joe Fang, who assumed the post of managing director of UMP China a year ago, is to highlight underrepresented groups and provide growth opportunities to younger songwriters. “Sometimes by default,
  
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• Olivia Rodrigo Quietly Adds a Taylor Swift Writing Credit on ‘Deja Vu’ — No Lawsuit Needed

  10-07-2021 02:54 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  About 10 days after some fans accused Olivia Rodrigo of plagiarizing Elvis Costello on “Brutal” – prompting a response from the 66-year-old singer-songwriter – the Sour artist has quietly added Taylor Swift (as well as songwriter and producer Jack Antonoff and creator St. Vincent) as a songwriter on “Deja Vu.” In a stark contrast to […]
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• Copyright Office Recommends MLC’s Distribution of Pre-2021 Unmatched Royalties Not Occur for 5 Years

  10-07-2021 02:03
  
  In a key comment on one of the most controversial issues regarding the Mechanical Licensing Collective, the U.S. Copyright Office issued regulations and best practices which included the guideline that the initial distribution of unmatched mechanical royalties by market share not occur for at least five years—not the minimum three-year period as stated in the Music Modernization Act.
  What’s more, in making its recommendation, the Copyright Office said the clock counting down the five
  
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• Songwriter J.R. Rotem’s Catalog Acquired by Swiss Investment Entity MusicBird AG

  10-07-2021 01:38
  
  On Thursday (July 8), Switzerland-based investment entity MusicBird AG announced the acquisition of songwriter Jonathan “J.R.” Rotem’s catalog. Best known for penning a laundry list of radio hits from the 2000s and early 2010s, Rotem is the hitmaker behind songs like “Beautiful Girls” by Sean Kingston; “Whatcha Say” and “In My Head” by Jason Derulo; “Better In Time” by Leona Lewis; and “Replay” and “Solo” b
  
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• From Beyoncé to Justin Bieber, Here Are Ed Sheeran’s 8 Best Collaborations

  10-07-2021 01:27
  
  Singer-songwriter-producer Ed Sheeran certainly isn’t stingy with his talent. In addition to his many collaborative efforts, he just co-wrote BTS’ new happy-go-lucky track “Permission to Dance,” which was released on Friday (July 9).
  Sheeran’s Billboard 200-topping album No.6 Collaborations Project lined him up with pop singers from Justin Bieber to Taylor Swift, rappers from Travis Scott to Cardi B, and fellow U.K. stars Stormzy a
  
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• Copyright Office Recommends Mechanical Licensing Collective Delay First Unclaimed-Royalties Distribution

  10-07-2021 00:22 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  The United States Copyright Office has officially released a report designed “to recommend best practices” for the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC) as it works to resolve unmatched royalties and make an inaugural unclaimed royalties distribution, including a far-reaching recommendation pertaining to the timetable associated with the entity’s first such distribution. The USCO just recently published […]
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• Dierks Bentley’s 2021 Seven Peaks Festival Canceled Due to Capacity Limitations

  10-07-2021 00:12
  
  Dierks Bentley’s Seven Peaks Music Festival is off the books for 2021. On Friday (July 9), organizers for the festival announced they are canceling the 2021 event “due to current capacity restrictions in place by local health officials.” 
  The three-day camping festival was scheduled to take place over Labor Day weekend (Sept. 3-5) in Buena Vista, Colo., but now fans will have to wait until 2022 when the event is expected to commence at a new location. &
  
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