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• Argentine Electronic Music Pioneer Flavio Etcheto Dead at 52

  07-01-2022 23:32 via rollingstone.com
  
  The prolific musician was a close collaborator of Gustavo Cerati andDaniel Melero
  
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• Paul McCartney shares tribute to late friend and BBC DJ Janice Long

  07-01-2022 23:10 via nme.com
  
  Paul McCartney has paid tribute to BBC DJ Janice Long, who died last month at the age of 66.
  The beloved broadcaster and champion of new music passed away at her home on Christmas Day (December 25) after battling a short illness.
  McCartney took to social media today (January 7) to celebrate the life of his “old Liverpudlian friend”, posting a tribute to Long alongside a photo of the pair together huddled around a jukebox.
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• Mae Muller’s ‘Instinctive, Animalistic’ Approach To Songwriting

  07-01-2022 22:48
  
  Mae Muller, the MTV Push artist for January 2022, began writing songs to emulate her idol in Florence + The Machine. Now, with breakout hit 'Better Days,' she tells us about becoming more like herself.
  
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• Watch Anthony Joshua do grime karaoke over Skepta and JME’s ‘That’s Not Me’

  07-01-2022 22:15 via nme.com
  
  During his appearance in Dubai this week, British boxer Anthony Joshua treated fans to some public karaoke, spitting bars over Skepta and JME‘s 2014 track ‘That’s Not Me’.READ MORE: Exclusive – Skepta on A$AP Rocky arrest: “They’ll make an example out of us black artists”Joshua is currently visiting the Arabian country as he trains for a match with Oleksandr Usyk, to whom he lost his WBA, IBF and WBO titles during a fight back in Septembe
  
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• Google Infringed On Multiple Sonos Patents, U.S. International Trade Commission Rules

  07-01-2022 22:08 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Back in August, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) issued an initial ruling against Google in the tech giant’s patent-infringement dispute with Sonos. Now, the ITC has affirmed the decision, levied a penalty against the YouTube parent company, and terminated the investigation. The underlying legal battle initiated in January of 2020, when Sonos formally accused […]
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• Central Cee opts for a dose of ‘Retail Therapy’ on his latest single

  07-01-2022 22:01 via nme.com
  
  Central Cee has kicked off the New Year with a brand new track called ‘Retail Therapy’ – you can listen to it below.READ MORE: Central Cee: Big Sean-endorsed west London rapper whose career finally thrived during lockdownThis latest preview of the MOBO-winning, West London rapper’s forthcoming mixtape ’23’ – which is set to land February 25 – follows the release of September’s PinkPantheress-sampling ‘Obsessed With You’.
  
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• SZA’s Music Video For ‘I Hate U’ Features LaKeith Stanfield Going Through It

  07-01-2022 21:51 via rollingstone.com
  
  Don't worry, the singer says the clip is only "Part 1”
  
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• The Weeknd Accepts His New Fate With a Dancefloor Ritual in ‘Sacrifice’ Music Video

  07-01-2022 21:35 via rollingstone.com
  
  Clip arrives the same day as the pop star's latest album, Dawn FM
  
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• Olly Alexander in isolation following positive Covid-19 test

  07-01-2022 21:31 via music-news.com
  
  Olly Alexander was set to perform on the talk show.
  
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• NFT Marketplace OpenSea Lands $13.3 Billion Valuation

  07-01-2022 21:22 via digitalmusicnews.com
  NFT marketplace OpenSea has a valuation of $13.3 billion after its latest Series C funding round. OpenSea announced it raised $300 million in a Series C funding round led by Paradigm and Coatue. The NFT marketplace has seen more than $2.4 billion in transaction volume in the last 30 days, bringing in hundreds of millions […]
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• Wilco Play ‘California Stars’ With a Crazy Group of Guests, From Japanese Breakfast to Jason Isbell

  07-01-2022 21:12 via rollingstone.com
  
  'Austin City Limits' performance also includes Margo Price, Rosanne Cash, Lenny Kaye, Sheila E., and celebrates Wilco's induction into the ACL Hall of Fame
  
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• The Chainsmokers tease first new music since 2019: “Who’s ready?”

  07-01-2022 21:07 via nme.com
  
  The Chainsmokers look like they might be gearing up to release their first new music in three years.READ MORE: The Chainsmokers: “I promise you, we’re not assholes”The electronic DJ and production duo – comprising Alexander “Alex” Pall and Andrew “Drew” Taggart – took to social media yesterday (January 6) to tease the release of a new track called ‘High’.
  The pair shared a nine-second video clip that features sharp synths and
  
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• The Weeknd’s Dawn FM Has A Song For Every Mood

  07-01-2022 21:00
  
  The Weeknd's latest LP, 'Dawn FM,' finds him following up 2019's 'After Hours' with even more dazzling synth-pop excursions. It's also got a song for every mood — here, we break them down.
  
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• Who Let the Dogs In? Covid-Sniffing Canines Are Helping Keep Metallica, Eric Church on the Road

  07-01-2022 20:35 via rollingstone.com
  
  Some tours are using specially trained dogs to detect the virus before a show needs to be canceled. The dogs are even adapting to Omicron
  
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• Drake feature seemingly axed from Gunna’s new album ‘DS4Ever’

  07-01-2022 20:25 via nme.com
  
  Gunna dropped his star-studded third album ‘DS4Ever’ earlier today (January 7), though it’s missing a previously announced Drake feature.READ MORE: Young Stoner Life – ‘Slime Language 2’ review: follow-up record doesn’t quite stickWhen the Young Thug-signed rapper shared the album’s tracklist earlier this week, Drizzy was listed as a featured artist on a track called ‘Pussy Power’. It appears to be only song on ‘DS4
  
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• A Bunch of Deadheads Are Now ‘Stranded’ in Mexico after Dead & Co. Fest Cancel

  07-01-2022 19:54 via rollingstone.com
  
  "The show should’ve been canceled days ago. I’m not surprised they canceled, just that they did it so late," One ticket holder currently in Cancun says
  
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• Listen to Elvis Costello And The Imposters’ feverish new track ‘Farewell, OK’

  07-01-2022 19:50 via nme.com
  
  Elvis Costello And The Imposters have shared a brand new track titled ‘Farewell, OK’ – you can listen to it below.READ MORE: Mark, My Words: my weird weekend of gigging on the edge of lockdownThe energetic new single is the third preview of Costello’s upcoming album ‘The Boy Named If’, which is set to arrive next Friday (January 14). It follows the tracks ‘Magnificent Hurt’ and ‘Paint The Red Rose Blue’.
  “Like a lot of good rock a
  
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• John Legend Cashes In With Songwriting Catalog Sale to BMG, KKR

  07-01-2022 19:40 via rollingstone.com
  
  Acquisition covers the musician's output from 2004 through early 2021, including hits like "All of Me," "Ordinary People" and "Glory"
  
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• Listen to Yard Act’s tongue-in-cheek new single ‘Rich’

  07-01-2022 19:08 via nme.com
  
  Yard Act have returned with the final preview of their imminent debut album, ‘The Overload’, a buzzy new tune titled ‘Rich’.READ MORE: Yard Act – “‘Fixer Upper’ was kind of a joke that got out of hand”Vocalist James Smith explained that the new track deepens the album’s overarching narrative, using sharp sarcasm and dry wit to wage war against capitalist shills.
  He described ‘Rich’ as “the natural successor”
  
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• John Legend Cashes In On Catalog As Part of Deal With BMG and KKR

  07-01-2022 18:59 via digitalmusicnews.com
  A little over two weeks after spending a reported $50 million on the catalog of ZZ Top, BMG and KKR have officially acquired the song rights of John Legend. Outlets including the LA Times have reported on this latest high-profile music-IP deal, which was reportedly finalized back in September. However, BMG and KKR (which partnered […]
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• Ed Sheeran secures third week at Number 1 with '='

  07-01-2022 18:55 via music-news.com
  
  Ed Sheeran has claimed a third non-consecutive week at Number 1 on the Official Albums Chart with = (Equals).
  
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• Bree Runway wants to work with Tame Impala’s “magical” Kevin Parker

  07-01-2022 18:55 via nme.com
  
  Bree Runway has expressed that she would love to work with Tame Impala‘s Kevin Parker, calling the psychedelic wunderkind’s music “magical”.READ MORE: Bree Runway: “There’s no one else out there like me. My time is now”The London artist sat down with NME for this week’s Big Read cover feature. It comes alongside her inclusion in this year’s NME 100, a bumper list of the most exciting new artists on the planet right now.
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• Adele’s Easy On Me reclaims top spot while Sam Fender bags personal best

  07-01-2022 18:55 via music-news.com
  
  Adele’s Easy On Me pips midweek front-runner Gayle to reclaim the top spot on the Official Singles Chart, and is Number 1 again for an
  
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• Nas Ruled the World. Decades Later, He’s Looking for More to Conquer

  07-01-2022 18:19 via rollingstone.com
  
  'Magic,' his surprise-released project from the last week of 2021, is a gracious gift to the listeners who have stayed with him
  
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• Chia Pet release grown-your-own Willie Nelson novelty planter

  07-01-2022 17:56 via nme.com
  
  Willie Nelson has been honoured with his own Chia Pet novelty terracotta planter.READ MORE: Willie Nelson – ‘The Willie Nelson Family’ review: a tender passing of the torch The US company, who have been making the figurine-style planters since the 1980s, have added the country musician to their existing range of famous faces, which include former US presidents, movie characters and emojis.
  Nelson’s Chia Pet invites its owner to grow chia seeds in the grooved sections
  
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• Five Things We Learned from the Weeknd’s ‘Dawn FM’

  07-01-2022 17:45 via rollingstone.com
  
  Major guest stars, cinematic consistency, and an elite lineup of producers impress on the Weeknd's latest album
  
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• Fontaines D.C. are set to return with new music next week

  07-01-2022 16:53 via nme.com
  
  Fontaines D.C. have appeared to confirm that they will be releasing new music next week.
  The Dublin band released their last studio album ‘A Hero’s Death’, the follow-up to their 2019 debut ‘Dogrel’, back in July 2020.READ MORE: Fontaines D.C. live in London: a victory lap that hints at greatness to comeFontaines D.C. previously told NME back in September that they were readying the release of their third album after they finished recording it in March 2021.
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• Gunna’s ‘DS4EVER’ is Flashy, Intoxicating, and a Little Cliched

  07-01-2022 16:52 via rollingstone.com
  
  The Atlanta rap superstar shrugs of his recent beef with Freddie Gibbs, hangs with Chloe Bailey and displays loads of seductive style.
  
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• Bob Dylan's lawyers call sexual abuse lawsuit a 'brazen shakedown'

  07-01-2022 16:31 via music-news.com
  
  The singer's legal team claims the lawsuit is an "attempt to extort" the musician.
  
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• Muse announce new single ‘Won’t Stand Down’

  07-01-2022 16:28 via nme.com
  
  Muse have announced details of their return with their new single ‘Won’t Stand Down’.
  The Teignmouth space-rockers excited fans over the Christmas period when frontman Matt Bellamy teased and leaked part of the song on Instagram live during footage of him playing the hard rock-leaning ‘Won’t Stand Down’ on his car stereo.
  The trio have now revealed that the first taster of the follow-up album to 2018’s ‘Simulation Theory’ will be released on
  
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• Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town Revive Co-Headlining Bandwagon Tour for Spring 2022

  07-01-2022 16:23 via rollingstone.com
  
  The Cadillac Three will open all 15 dates of trek set to launch May 6 in Houston
  
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• Nile Marr shares “liberating” new single ‘Only Time Can Break Your Heart’

  07-01-2022 16:03 via nme.com
  
  Nile Marr has shared a new single called ‘Only Time Can Break Your Heart’ – you can listen to it below.
  The Manchester singer-songwriter – who is the son of Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr – released the track from his new ‘How We Drift’ 7″, which is available digitally and on vinyl via Bandcamp.READ MORE: Man Made interview: Nile Marr on Manchester, debut albums and dishonesty in music It follows the 29-year-old artist’s 2020 debut solo EP
  
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• Jesse Michaels on an Operation Ivy reunion: “I wouldn’t object to it”

  07-01-2022 16:03 via nme.com
  
  Jesse Michaels has spoken about the prospect of Operation Ivy reuniting, saying that he “wouldn’t object to it”.
  The Berkeley, California band – whose comprised of singer Michaels, drummer Dave Mello and Rancid‘s Tim Armstrong and Matt ‘McCall’ Freeman – were only active between 1987 and 1989, releasing just the one studio album – 1989’s ‘Energy’ – during their time together.
  Operation Ivy’s music has endured sin
  
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• Bon Jovi Return to the Road With 2022 Spring Tour

  07-01-2022 15:39 via rollingstone.com
  
  Omicron permitting, Rock Hall-inducted band kick off 15-date trek on April 1
  
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• Bop Shop: Songs From Halsey, Armaan Malik, Fleet Foxes, And More

  07-01-2022 15:23
  
  This week's Bop Shop features another surging cut from Halsey, a delicate and pared-down take on a Fleet Foxes staple, continued innovation from Tierra Whack, and more.
  
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• G2 Esports announces a record label launch with metal track ‘Our Way’

  07-01-2022 15:14 via nme.com
  
  G2 Esports has expanded into the music industry with the launch of its own record label and has marked the occasion by releasing its first track, titled ‘Our Way’.READ MORE: No game from 2021 is more full of joy than ‘Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart’G2 – which fields competitive esports teams in games like League Of Legends and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive – has already released the first track from its newly-launched record label, a power metal anthem cal
  
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• Roddy Ricch to make his ‘Saturday Night Live’ debut next week

  07-01-2022 15:11 via nme.com
  
  Saturday Night Live is set to return next weekend with musical guest Roddy Ricch.
  The Compton rapper, who released his second album ‘Live Life Fast’ last month, will make his debut appearance on the hit US variety show next Saturday (January 15) alongside host Ariana DeBose (West Side Story).READ MORE: Roddy Ricch – ‘Live Life Fast’ review: melody maker enjoys his moment“I’m hosting [Saturday Night Live],” DeBose tweeted. “Hold please while I
  
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• See Rare Mick Rock Snapshots of David Bowie From Upcoming Exhibit

  07-01-2022 15:09 via rollingstone.com
  
  Sound and Vision will document the photographer and musician's 30-year relationship when it arrives online and at the Morrison Hotel Gallery's New York City location later this month
  
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• Tony Visconti: East Berlin inspired David Bowie to write Weeping Wall

  07-01-2022 15:05 via music-news.com
  
  Tony Visconti recalled an untold story about making the album ‘Low’ - particularly the track Weeping Wall - with David Bowie
  
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• Irish government to pay “basic income” to around 2000 artists under new scheme

  07-01-2022 14:38 via nme.com
  
  The Irish government is set to pay approximately 2000 musicians, actors and other performers a basic income for three years.
  As reported by BBC News, a consultation has been opened regarding how the Basic Income For The Arts scheme will run.
  Its aim is to provide a weekly payment to a specific group of workers within the arts industry to help them pursue creative projects. A basic payment of €10.50 (£8.75) per hour is suggested, though the overall income is yet to be confirmed.
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• Tony Visconti recalls “goosebumps” moment with David Bowie while recording ‘Weeping Wall’

  07-01-2022 14:08 via nme.com
  
  Tony Visconti has recalled a previously untold story about a “goosebumps” moment he experienced while recording David Bowie‘s song ‘Weeping Wall’.
  The track featured on the late artist’s 1977 album ‘Low’, which Visconti co-produced with Bowie and was recorded in both Hérouville, France and Berlin.READ MORE: Brilliant Adventure: David Bowie’s 10 defining moments from the ‘90sSpeaking to Mary Anne Hobbs on BBC Radio 6 Music to
  
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• Listen to Aurora’s ‘A Dangerous Thing’ and ‘Everything Matters’

  07-01-2022 13:35 via nme.com
  
  Aurora has shared two brand new songs, ‘A Dangerous Thing’ and ‘Everything Matters’ – you can hear the tracks below.
  The two songs are further previews of the Norwegian artist’s upcoming new album ‘The Gods We Can Touch’, which is set for release on January 21 via Decca.READ MORE: AURORA on COP26: “We’re fighting for the wellbeing of all living things”Speaking about ‘Everything Matters’, which features the French artis
  
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• Bob Dylan hits back at revival of lawsuit from estate of ‘Desire’ co-writer Jacques Levy

  07-01-2022 13:31 via nme.com
  
  Bob Dylan has hit back at the continued legal efforts of the estate of his former co-writer Jacques Levy to secure a cut of his 2020 back catalogue sale to Universal Music.
  Universal purchased the rights to Dylan’s songs back in December 2020 for a reported $300million (£221million), which triggered a lawsuit from Levy’s widow a month later that alleged that his estate had not been sufficiently compensated for his songwriting credits on Dylan’s 1976 album ‘Desire&rs
  
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• Dead and Company pull the plug on Playing In The Sand festival

  07-01-2022 13:09 via music-news.com
  
  Dead & Company have been forced to cancel their Playing In The Sand Festival due to COVID-19.
  
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• Two new mixes of David Bowie's Shadow Man released

  07-01-2022 13:04 via music-news.com
  
  David Bowie fans have been treated to two new versions of 'Shadow Man'.
  
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• Ella Henderson announces long-awaited second album

  07-01-2022 13:04 via music-news.com
  
  Ella Henderson is set to release her second studio album, 'Everything I Didn't Say', in March.
  
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• Hear Shaq Collaborate With Steve Aoki on ‘Welcome to the Playhouse’

  07-01-2022 12:36 via rollingstone.com
  
  The basketball legend performs under the name DJ Diesel
  
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• ‘Cobra Kai’ creators say they “can’t afford” to use AC/DC’s ‘Thunderstruck’ in the series

  07-01-2022 12:21 via nme.com
  
  Cobra Kai co-creator Jon Hurwitz has revealed that he has tried to get AC/DC‘s ‘Thunderstruck’ on the show, but has failed to do so on multiple occasions.
  The Emmy-nominated series – which serves as a spin-off from the Karate Kid films – returned to Netflix for a fourth season last month. It was renewed for a fifth run of episodes over the summer.READ MORE: Cobra Kai: why season four should be the lastDuring a new interview with Entertainment Weekly, Hurwitz ex
  
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• Halsey says that a collaboration with Bad Bunny “has been discussed”

  07-01-2022 11:56 via nme.com
  
  Halsey has revealed that a possible collaboration with Bad Bunny “has been discussed”.
  The US singer made the admission while responding to fans on Twitter earlier this week, where the possibility of a link-up with the Puerto Rican artist was broached.READ MORE: Halsey: “I’ve always been driven to reinvent myself and reinvent my genre”One fan tweeted (in Spanish) “a song with Bad Bunny please I beg you” at Halsey during the discussion, to which they repl
  
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• Earl Sweatshirt Drops New Single ‘Titanic,’ Releases Album Tracklist

  07-01-2022 11:39 via rollingstone.com
  
  Sick! will be out Jan. 14
  
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