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• Megan Thee Stallion, Big Sean Sued for ‘Willful’ Infringement on Collaboration ‘Go Crazy’

  26-07-2022 23:21 via rollingstone.com
  
  “The Infringing Work is so strikingly similar to the Copyrighted Work as to preclude the possibility of independent creation,” the new lawsuit filed in district court in New York states
  
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• This Summer, Barack Obama Is Listening to Beyoncé, Bad Bunny, and… Fatboy Slim?

  26-07-2022 23:04 via rollingstone.com
  
  The former president's summer playlist also includes selections from Harry Styles, Burna Boy, Wet Leg, and Tems
  
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• Josh Barry, Victor Ray, and Zebede to play Seven Dials presents Summer Sessions

  26-07-2022 23:04 via music-news.com
  
  Josh Barry, Victor Ray, and Zebede will be among the performers at Seven Dials presents Summer Sessions in the heart of London's West End on 30 July.
  
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• Hanoi Rocks guitarist says Vince Neil never apologised for death of the band’s drummer

  26-07-2022 22:49 via nme.com
  
  Hanoi Rocks guitarist Andy McCoy says he’s never been offered an apology from Mötley Crüe singer Vince Neil, whose 1984 car crash resulted in the death of the band’s drummer, Nicholas “Razzle” Dingley.
  Neil crashed into another car on the way back from buying alcohol in California, killing Dingley and leaving both occupants of the other car with brain damage. The incident saw Neil spend 15 days in jail and pay $2.6 million to the victims of the crash.
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• Sam Smith, Normani Lawyers Slam ‘Rambling, Repetitive’ Copyright Infringement Suit

  26-07-2022 22:34 via rollingstone.com
  
  The two artists were sued back in March by a trio of songwriters who claimed 2019's "Dancing With a Stranger" ripped off their 2015 song of the same name
  
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• Britney Spears accuses mother of “abusing” her

  26-07-2022 22:34 via nme.com
  
  Britney Spears has accused her mother, Lynne, of abusing her in a post she shared on Instagram yesterday (July 25).
  The singer has publicly expressed numerous grievances against members of her family of late, including her sister Jamie Lynn and her brother Bryan. Back in January, she said: “My family loves to pull me down and hurt me always so I am disgusted with them.”READ MORE: Controlling Britney Spears review: toxic conservatorship back under the microscopeIt came after
  
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• Barack Obama shares summer 2022 playlist including Wet Leg, Burna Boy, Harry Styles and more

  26-07-2022 22:34 via nme.com
  
  Barack Obama has shared his summer playlist for 2021, featuring tracks by the likes of Wet Leg, Burna Boy, Harry Styles, Sampa The Great, 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 26), Obama wrote: “Every year, I get excited to share my summer playlist because I learn about so many new artists from
  
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• A Sign of the Times: How Gen Z Turned Rap Emo

  26-07-2022 22:31 via rollingstone.com
  
  Today's young people are faced with a daunting set of emotional realities, so it's no surprise that rap music has started to get a lot more 'emo'
  
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• What to Know Before Visiting Lollapalooza 2022: Latest Guidelines and Regulations

  26-07-2022 22:29 via rollingstone.com
  
  Amidst rising Covid-19 concerns, here's everything you need to know about the musical festival's latest regulations, what to pack, and how to stay safe
  
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• Competition and Markets Authority Decides Against Launching Music Industry Investigation

  26-07-2022 22:24 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Last year, following an in-depth government analysis, the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) unveiled plans for a “probe into music streaming.” Now, six months following the study’s start, the CMA has revealed that it doesn’t intend to launch a broader market investigation reference into the music industry. The Competition and Markets Authority just recently […]
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• Competition and Markets Authority Decides Against Launching a Music Industry Investigation — “No Evidence of Streaming Services Earning Excess Profits”

  26-07-2022 22:24 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Last year, following an in-depth government analysis, the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) unveiled plans for a “probe into music streaming.” Now, six months following the study’s start, the CMA has revealed that it doesn’t intend to launch a broader market investigation reference into the music industry. The Competition and Markets Authority just recently […]
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• Ex-BBC employee reportedly raised “bullying” complaints against DJ Tim Westwood

  26-07-2022 21:58 via nme.com
  
  An ex-BBC employee has reportedly alleged that they raised concerns about “bullying” by DJ Tim Westwood but felt they were “warned against taking further action” (via The Guardian).
  Earlier this year, sexual assault allegations were made against Westwood by multiple women, leading him to step down from his Capital Xtra radio show.
  The alleged victims also gave testimony as part of a new 30-minute documentary, Tim Westwood: Abuse Of Power, which aired o
  
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• Reservoir Inks Deal for Matt Sorum’s Publishing & Recorded Music Rights

  26-07-2022 21:39 via digitalmusicnews.com
  Reservoir has announced it has inked publishing and recorded music rights deal with Matt Sorum. The deal encompasses the acquisition of Sorum’s publishing and recorded music rights catalogs and publishing rights for his future works. Sorum has been the drummer for numerous rock bands, including Guns N’ Roses, Velvet Revolver, and The Cult. Guns N’ […]
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• DJ Afrojack Inks EDM-Focused Partnership with Universal Music Group

  26-07-2022 21:10 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Dutch DJ Afrojack has signed with Virgin Records Germany and Universal Music Netherlands for a new EDM partnership. The new deal also includes a partnership with Afrojack’s label, Wall Recordings, founded in 2007. Afrojack has released several singles and collaborations under the label with new and established artists. Afrojack says the recent launch of the […]
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• John Mayer Taps Dave Chappelle, Bob Weir for Montana Flood Relief Benefit Concerts

  26-07-2022 20:54 via rollingstone.com
  
  The three shows are scheduled for August 8 through 21 with proceeds benefiting those impacted by the Yellowstone River flood in June
  
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• HarbourView Equity Partners Purchase Catalogs of Brad Paisley, Lady A

  26-07-2022 20:53 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  HarbourView Equity Partners have acquired the publishing catalog of Lady A and the recorded music rights of Brad Paisley. HarbourView launched just nine months ago and has acquired the catalogs of 35 artists since. The firm is focused on investment opportunities in the media and entertainment space, with the latest two acquisitions focused on the […]
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• Girl Talk Plots Fall Tour, Drops Harry Styles Mashup

  26-07-2022 20:43 via rollingstone.com
  
  The DJ/producer paired the pop star's "As It Was" with "Ain't No Fun," a track off his collaborative album with Wiz Khlaifa, Smoke DZA, and Big K.R.I.T.
  
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• Neil Young says he won’t perform at Farm Aid because of COVID concerns

  26-07-2022 20:32 via nme.com
  
  Neil Young has said he won’t perform at this year’s Farm Aid event because of his ongoing concerns over COVID-19.
  Young confirmed the news in response to a fan letter on his Neil Young Archives site that said: “I am not ready for that yet. I don’t think it is safe in the pandemic,” he wrote, adding, “I miss it very much.”
  The veteran artist co-founded the yearly benefit concert to support American farmers. He also pulled out of last year’s eve
  
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• From J-Hope to Metallica, Here’s How to Watch the Lollapalooza Livestream Online Free

  26-07-2022 20:26 via rollingstone.com
  
  Buying a ticket to Chicago isn't your only option to get your music fest fix this year. Here's how to watch sets from Tove Lo, Don Toliver, and some of this year's headliners from home
  
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• Pixies’ Black Francis says the world has become “very dystopian”

  26-07-2022 20:17 via nme.com
  
  Pixies frontman Black Francis has admitted that a collection of recent world events has led to “rippling tension everywhere”.READ MORE: Pixies: “This is the most grim and dystopian it’s ever been in my lifetime”Speaking to NME in a new interview, the singer – AKA Frank Black – said he worried about the world being left behind for his children and their generation.
  “Some of the events of the last few years, with the Presidential election in the Unit
  
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• Will.i.am on 2Pac and Biggie: “That kind of music doesn’t speak to my spirit”

  26-07-2022 19:49 via nme.com
  
  Will.i.am has opened up about 2pac and The Notorious B.I.G. in a new interview saying their their “kind of music doesn’t speak to my spirit.”READ MORE: The Notorious B.I.G.’s ‘Ready To Die’ at 25: 9 surprising things about the era-defining albumIn a clip of the interview shared to Instagram by The Art of Dialogue, Will.i.am explained that he didn’t prefer the music of either artist when he was asked who he preferred as an artist.
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• Billy Strings, Molly Tuttle, and Dolly Parton Are All Nominees at the 2022 Bluegrass Awards

  26-07-2022 19:38 via rollingstone.com
  
  Strings and Tuttle vie for Entertainer of the Year, while Parton's recording of "In the Sweet By and By" is up for two trophies
  
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• Kendrick Lamar, Lil Nas X and Jack Harlow lead MTV VMA 2022 nominations

  26-07-2022 19:28 via nme.com
  
  The full list of nominations for this year’s MTV Video Music Awards has been announced, with hip hop mainstays Jack Harlow, Kendrick Lamar and Lil Nas X leading the pack with seven nominations each.READ MORE: Kendrick Lamar live at Glastonbury 2022: thought-provoking rapper takes the Pyramid StageHarry Styles and Doja Cat are close behind the trio with six nominations, followed by Taylor Swift on five. Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Rosalía, and Ed Sheeran are also among the nominee
  
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• The Weeknd Brings ‘After Hours’ to Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights

  26-07-2022 19:23 via rollingstone.com
  
  "I feel like my music videos have served as a launching pad for a collaboration like this," singer says
  
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• Listen to Dry Cleaning’s new single, ‘Anna Calls From The Arctic’

  26-07-2022 19:14 via nme.com
  
  Dry Cleaning have today unveiled a new single, ‘Anna Calls From The Arctic’ – check it out below.READ MORE: Dry Cleaning at Meltdown Festival: Grace Jones-approved post-punks beef up their soundDry Cleaning recently headlined the Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall as part of Meltdown, airing new single ‘Don’t Press Me’ as part of their set. The song was the first taster of their upcoming second album ‘Stumpwork’, which will arrive o
  
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• Creative Intell, An ‘AI-Powered Music Industry Dealmaking Platform,’ Announces $3 Million Seed Round

  26-07-2022 19:13 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Creative Intell, a self-described “artificial intelligence-powered dealmaking platform for the music industry,” has raised $3 million from individuals including Post Malone co-manager Austin Rosen and The Killers manager Robert Reynolds. Founded by Winston Entertainment CEO Steven Ship and Boyarski Fritz partner David Fritz, Creative Intell unveiled the multimillion-dollar seed round – and its ambitious vision […]
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• The Linda Lindas Honor L.A. New Wave Heroes the Go-Go’s With ‘Tonite’ Cover

  26-07-2022 19:02 via rollingstone.com
  
  "We love the idea of us going out and owning our town, and ‘Tonite’ is as fun to play as it is empowering — especially the part where we all sing together," the band said in a statement
  
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• Ticketmaster respond after some Bruce Springsteen tickets sold for up to $5,000

  26-07-2022 17:52 via nme.com
  
  Ticketmaster have responded to complaints from gig-goers regarding their “dynamic pricing” model.READ MORE: Bruce Springsteen – ‘Letter To You’ review: a powerful synthesis of past and presentLast week, when tickets for Bruce Springsteen’s 2023 world tour dates went on sale, fans were asked to pay up to $5000 (£4152) for some tickets.
  The model allows Ticketmaster to charge more for tickets when they first go on sale. The dynamic pricing system responds
  
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• Rep. Rashida Tlaib Wants to Make Sure Musicians Are Actually Paid for Their Music

  26-07-2022 17:22 via rollingstone.com
  
  The Michigan Democrat is introducing a Congressional Resolution that calls for the creation of a new streaming royalty program that would pay artists directly
  
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• Lulu calls for Glasgow to host Eurovision 2023: “They’re absolutely music mad”

  26-07-2022 16:55 via nme.com
  
  Lulu has called for her home city of Glasgow to host the Eurovision Song Contest 2023.
  The Scottish singer represented the UK at the 1969 edition of the annual competition with her track ‘Boom Bang-a-Bang’, and was voted one of four joint winners that year.READ MORE: Sam Ryder on his debut album and life after Eurovision: “Who knows what will happen next?”Speaking on last night’s episode of Newsnight (via BBC News), Lulu said Eurovision 2023 should be held in Glasgo
  
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• Harry Styles and Sam Fender nominated for 2022 Mercury Prize

  26-07-2022 16:31 via music-news.com
  
  Other nominees include Self Esteem, Jessie Buckley, Wet Leg and Nova Twins.
  
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• Adam Lambert praises boyfriend Oliver Gliese's 'romantic heart' in birthday message

  26-07-2022 16:31 via music-news.com
  
  Captioning images of his boyfriend Oliver Gliese for the fashion icon's 27th birthday, Adam Lambert wrote, "I adore you."
  
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• Dave Davies says he’s “optimistic” about Kinks reunion

  26-07-2022 16:02 via nme.com
  
  Dave Davies has revealed he is “optimistic” about a Kinks reunion in the near future.
  In a new interview with The Independent, Davies said he is hopeful the band may get back together in time for the 60th anniversary of their hit song ‘You Really Got Me’ (1964) in two years time. While the group have never formally split, brothers Dave and Ray have had a difficult relationship over the years.
  When asked about the possibility of a reunion for that with brother Ray, he
  
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• How Katie Alice Greer Started Over and Rebuilt Her Sound

  26-07-2022 16:00 via rollingstone.com
  
  After her band fell apart, the former Priests singer had to find a new way forward on her own. Inside the radically warped pop experiments of her solo debut
  
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• After Roe’s Fall, They Turned Their Songs Into Abortion Fund Donations

  26-07-2022 15:57 via rollingstone.com
  
  Artists like Halsey, Paramore, Gracie Abrams, quinnie and Margo Price are continuing to fundraise and advocate for abortion rights
  
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• Maggie Rogers Finds a New Freedom On ‘Surrender’

  26-07-2022 15:53 via rollingstone.com
  
  Pop-music prodigy delivers her complicated second album
  
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• Pearl Jam return to stage as Eddie Vedder recovers from vocal issues

  26-07-2022 15:44 via nme.com
  
  Pearl Jam returned to the stage last night after cancelling three recent shows due to Eddie Vedder suffering from vocal issues.
  Last Wednesday (July 20), the group scrapped a scheduled performance in Vienna after the frontman’s throat was damaged by the “heat, dust, and smoke from the fires” at Lollapalooza Paris on July 17.READ MORE: From the archives – Pearl Jam rock for freedom and equality in the free world at Mad Cool 2018“He has seen doctors and had
  
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• Lil Nas X and Kendrick Lamar lead 2022 MTV Video Music Awards nominations

  26-07-2022 15:06 via music-news.com
  
  Other top nominees include Doja Cat and Harry Styles.
  
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• The 1975 announce release date for next single ‘Happiness’

  26-07-2022 14:59 via nme.com
  
  The 1975 have announced their next single, ‘Happiness’.READ MORE: New song ‘Part Of The Band’ finds The 1975 ripping up their own rule bookThe Manchester group returned earlier this month with the track ‘Part Of The Band’, which served as the first taste of their fifth album ‘Being Funny In A Foreign Language’ (out October 14 via Dirty Hit).
  Now, some fans have spotted new posters in London that confirm that ‘Happiness’ will arrive next
  
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• Mercury Prize nominees share reactions to 2022 shortlist: “It’s a real honour”

  26-07-2022 14:13 via nme.com
  
  The nominees for this year’s Mercury Prize have been sharing their excitement over being shortlisted for the prestigious award.
  This morning (July 26), the Mercury Prize – in partnership with mobility app FREE NOW – confirmed that Harry Styles‘ ‘Harry’s House’, Little Simz‘ ‘Sometimes I Might be Introvert’, Sam Fender‘s ‘Seventeen Going Under’, Wet Leg‘s self-titled LP and Yard Act‘s ‘The Overload&rsq
  
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• Mercury Prize 2022 nominees share reactions to being shortlisted: “We’re so freakin lucky”

  26-07-2022 14:13 via nme.com
  
  The nominees for this year’s Mercury Prize have been sharing their excitement over being shortlisted for the prestigious award.
  This morning (July 26), the Mercury Prize – in partnership with mobility app FREE NOW – confirmed that Harry Styles‘ ‘Harry’s House’, Little Simz‘ ‘Sometimes I Might be Introvert’, Sam Fender‘s ‘Seventeen Going Under’, Wet Leg‘s self-titled LP and Yard Act‘s ‘The Overload&rsq
  
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• Jack Harlow, Kendrick Lamar and Lil Nas X Lead 2022 VMA Nominations

  26-07-2022 14:00 via rollingstone.com
  
  Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Doja Cat and Billie Eilish are among the other nominees for this year's ceremony
  
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• Harry Styles, Wet Leg, Little Simz Shortlisted for 2022 Mercury Prize

  26-07-2022 13:27 via rollingstone.com
  
  The annual awards ceremony will name the winner on Sept. 8.
  
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• Harry Styles receives first Mercury Prize nomination

  26-07-2022 13:05 via music-news.com
  
  Harry Styles is among the artists in contention for the 2022 Mercury Prize.
  
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• Chris Stapleton and Sheryl Crow have joined the lineup of Willie Nelson’s Farm Aid

  26-07-2022 13:04 via music-news.com
  
  Chris Stapleton and Sheryl Crow have joined the lineup of Willie Nelson’s Farm Aid, which is returning to Raleigh in North Carolina in September.
  
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• Bobby Shmurda announces BodBoy, his first EP since being released from prison

  26-07-2022 13:04 via music-news.com
  
  Bobby Shmurda announces BodBoy, his first EP since being released from prison in February 2021.
  
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• Wet Leg, Kojey Radical and Yard Act shortlisted for 2022 Mercury Prize

  26-07-2022 12:43 via music-news.com
  
  The 2022 Mercury Prize with FREE NOW ‘Albums of the Year’ were announced on Tuesday 26 July.
  
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• Selena Gomez grateful for 'every single lesson' as she marks 30th birthday

  26-07-2022 12:31 via music-news.com
  
  The Lose You to Love Me singer turned the milestone age on 22 July.
  
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• Lauren Alaina to return to 'country roots' after landing new record deal

  26-07-2022 12:31 via music-news.com
  
  After announcing that she had signed with Big Loud Records, Lauren Alaina shared Morgan Wallen's encouraging words about the deal.
  
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• Mercury Prize 2022 shortlist revealed

  26-07-2022 12:14 via nme.com
  
  This year’s Mercury Prize shortlist for 2022 Album Of The Year has been revealed.READ MORE: Every single Mercury Prize winner: what happened next?At 11am today (July 26), the Mercury Prize – in partnership with mobility app FREE NOW – confirmed that the 12 albums that have been shortlisted for the Album Of The Year award include Harry Styles’ ‘Harry’s House’, Little Simz’s ‘Sometimes I Might be Introvert’, Sam Fender’s &lsquo
  
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