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• Harry Styles hits back at 'queerbaiting' allegations

  22-08-2022 23:31 via music-news.com
  
  Harry Styles has also discussed his sexuality in relation to his upcoming movie, My Policeman.
  
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• Demi Lovato goes Instagram official with new boyfriend

  22-08-2022 23:31 via music-news.com
  
  Demi Lovato described Jutes as the "best boyfriend in the world" in a new social media post.
  
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• Bad Bunny Time Travels to the Nineties and Pays Homage to Elvis Crespo in Delightful ‘Neverita’ Video

  22-08-2022 22:59 via rollingstone.com
  
  The electro-pop song is one of the standouts on the Puerto Rican artist's album Un Verano Sin Ti.
  
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• BMI Announces Layoffs After Abandoning Goldman-Assisted Sales Pursuit

  22-08-2022 22:48 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  About one week after ending its pursuit of a more than billion-dollar sale, Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) has announced a round of layoffs. Team members were just recently informed of the unfortunate news via email, though at the time of this piece’s writing, none of the affected professionals appeared to have commented publicly on the […]
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• Mick Jagger Manages to Sing Along to ‘Fix You’ at Coldplay Show Without Weeping

  22-08-2022 22:41 via rollingstone.com
  
  The Stones frontman shared a video of himself enjoying the band's recent concert in London
  
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• Halle Bailey Was ‘So Nervous’ to Pursue Solo Projects Without Sister Chlöe: ‘I’m So Used to Her Being There’

  22-08-2022 22:15 via rollingstone.com
  
  Along with her starring role The Little Mermaid next year, Bailey teased music outside Chlöe x Halle
  
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• Röyksopp announce ‘Profound Mysteries III’ to complete three-part project

  22-08-2022 22:01 via nme.com
  Röyksopp have announced the third and final album in their ‘Profound Mysteries’ series – ‘Profound Mysteries III’ will come out in November.READ MORE: Röyksopp announce ‘Profound Mysteries II’: “We want to get your senses going”The project began in late April with ‘Profound Mysteries‘, before a second album of the same name was shared last week (August 19).
  On November 18, the duo will release the 10-track ‘Pr
  
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• Fetty Wap pleads guilty in drugs case

  22-08-2022 21:31 via music-news.com
  
  The Trap Queen rapper, real name William Junior Maxwell II, was arrested last October.
  
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• Here’s Mick Jagger enjoying a “busman’s holiday” watching Coldplay

  22-08-2022 21:24 via nme.com
  
  Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger has shared a video of himself enjoying Coldplay at Wembley last night (August 21).READ MORE: Coldplay live in London: a fantastical, feel-good bonanza that delivers on a bold promiseJagger joked that it was a “real busman’s holiday” watching the group but that he “had a great time” at the show.
  In the video, Jagger can be seen waving his arms while Coldplay sang ‘Fix You’, complete with glow stick on his wrist.
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• Reverend & The Makers return with new single ‘Heatwave In The Cold North’

  22-08-2022 21:16 via nme.com
  
  Reverend & The Makers have returned with a new single called ‘Heatwave In The Cold North’ – check it out below.READ MORE: Reverend & The Makers’ Jon McClure talks Corbyn, taking on the Tories and their new albumThe new track is the band’s first new music in five years, and first taster of an upcoming seventh studio album.
  Frontman Jon McClure described ‘Heatwave In The Cold North’ as being about “lazing around on a sunny day with your
  
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• The National and Bon Iver Can’t Outrun the Past on New Song ‘Weird Goodbyes’

  22-08-2022 20:56 via rollingstone.com
  
  Song is about "letting go of the past and moving on, then later being overwhelmed by second thoughts," says Matt Berninger
  
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• Camila Cabello, Hans Zimmer to Collaborate on Track for BBC’s ‘Frozen Planet II’

  22-08-2022 20:56 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Camila Cabello and Hans Zimmer have collaborated to write and record a song for the BBC series ‘Frozen Planet II.’ The new track is called “Take Me Back Home,” and it marks the first time a new song has been written to support a BBC One natural history landmark release. The song features the haunting […]
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• YouTube Shorts Adding Watermark To Downloaded Videos – Like TikTok

  22-08-2022 20:37 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  YouTube Shorts are growing in popularity as a TikTok alternative. Now videos downloaded from YouTube Shorts to share elsewhere will feature a prominent watermark – just like TikTok. Putting the watermark on downloaded videos is one way these platforms try to encourage platform loyalty. After all, it’s in a creator’s best interest to share their […]
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• YouTube Shorts Adding Watermark To Downloaded Videos – Just Like TikTok

  22-08-2022 20:37 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  YouTube Shorts are growing in popularity as a TikTok alternative. Now videos downloaded from YouTube Shorts to share elsewhere will feature a prominent watermark – just like TikTok. Putting the watermark on downloaded videos is one way these platforms try to encourage platform loyalty. After all, it’s in a creator’s best interest to share their […]
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• Lorde has “kept working” since her ‘Solar Power’ tour ended

  22-08-2022 20:33 via nme.com
  
  Lorde has told fans that she has “kept working” since her ‘Solar Power’ tour ended this summer, hinting that she’s making progress on new music.READ MORE: ‘Melodrama’ at five: how Lorde’s cinematic pop opus inspired a new generation of artistsThe singer released her third album last August and has since taken it on North American, UK and European tours, stopping at Glastonbury and beyond. On the one year anniversary of the album’s announ
  
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• Megan Thee Stallion Escalates Label War, Now Wants At Least $1 Million Along with Freedom

  22-08-2022 20:32 via rollingstone.com
  
  In a new amended complaint, Megan adds monetary damages and says her latest album Traumazine satisfies "all option periods" in her "unconscionable" contract
  
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• Watch Slipknot’s cinematic new video for ‘Yen’

  22-08-2022 20:27 via nme.com
  
  Slipknot have shared a cinematic new video for their recently released new single, ‘Yen’ – check it out below.READ MORE: Corey Taylor: “If I can wear a mask for a two hour Slipknot show, people can wear one for five minutes in a grocery store”The video is a six-and-a-half-minute short film which sees frontman Corey Taylor in a number of dramatic situations and gives a closer look at Sid Wilson’s mask.
  The song is taken from the band’s upcoming new a
  
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• Harry Styles Is a ‘Love Island’ Stan — and Six Other Takeaways From Our Cover Story

  22-08-2022 20:23 via rollingstone.com
  
  The "Little Freak" singer told us he was "gutted" to miss the latest season of the reality TV show
  
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• TikTok In-App Browser Knows Everything You Type, Says Researcher

  22-08-2022 20:18 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  A security researcher suggests TikTok’s in-app browser behaves like a ‘keylogger’ for its ability to track keystrokes and more. Tapping on a link in the TikTok app doesn’t open that page on your phone’s browser. Instead, TikTok uses an in-app browser that is capable of monitoring users activity on any website accessed using the in-app […]
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• Nikki Sixx says Mötley Crue are planning shows in Europe, Asia and South America

  22-08-2022 20:12 via nme.com
  
  Nikki Sixx has said that Mötley Crue are planning a huge run of shows in Europe, Asia and South America.
  On Saturday (August 20), Sixx took to Twitter to say the band’s current tour was “going way too fast”.
  Mötley Crüe are currently on ‘The Stadium Tour’, which pairs the band with Poison, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts and Def Leppard. It is the band’s first tour since they officially reunited in 2018.
  In response to a fan who asked him what w
  
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• Listen to a snippet of Elton John and Britney Spears’ new collaboration ‘Hold Me Closer’

  22-08-2022 20:01 via nme.com
  
  Elton John and Britney Spears have shared a snippet of their upcoming collaboration, ‘Hold Me Closer’. Get a taste of the new track below.READ MORE: Controlling Britney Spears review: toxic conservatorship back under the microscopeThe collaboration was confirmed earlier this month and followed multiple claims that the pair were “secretly recording” a new version of John’s 1972 single ‘Tiny Dancer’. The single is available to pre-save
  
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• Climate-Themed Fest With Sheryl Crow, Flaming Lips, the Roots Postponed

  22-08-2022 19:55 via rollingstone.com
  
  Organizers of the Big Climate Thing said they felt they were unable to "produce the event in a way that met the high standards for participation, impact and sustainability"
  
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• Slipknot Haunted by Something Seriously Spooky in New ‘Yen’ Video

  22-08-2022 19:42 via rollingstone.com
  
  Corey Taylor goes maskless in the clip for the The End, So Far track
  
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• Audiophile Label Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over ‘Fraudulent’ Mastering Process Statements

  22-08-2022 19:34 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Audiophile record label Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab (MFSL) is officially facing a class-action lawsuit for allegedly making misleading statements about its mastering process. One Adam Stiles, a North Carolina resident who says that he’s “purchased various records from MoFi over the years,” just recently submitted the straightforward complaint to an Illinois federal court. MFSL is […]
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• Check out the full stage times for Reading & Leeds 2022

  22-08-2022 19:18 via nme.com
  
  The full stage and set times have been revealed for Reading & Leeds 2022. Check them out below.
  The twin site festival returns this weekend (August 26-28) with headliners including Arctic Monkeys, The 1975, Halsey, Dave, Megan Thee Stallion, Bring Me The Horizon and more across two main stages.
  In recent weeks, The 1975 were announced as last-minute headliners for Reading & Leeds 2022 after Rage Against The Machine were forced to pull out.
  Last week (August 11) saw RA
  
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• ‘Street Fighter 6’ Comes to Rolling Stone on Twitch

  22-08-2022 18:59 via rollingstone.com
  
  Tune in this Friday, Aug. 26, for an exclusive reveal of new audio tracks as well as a live gameplay demo
  
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• Steps, Madonna and Aitch battle for Number 1 album

  22-08-2022 18:55 via music-news.com
  
  A three-way midweek chart battle is underway on the Official Albums Chart with Steps, Madonna and rapper Aitch all vying for a taste of Number 1 success.
  
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• Fetty Wap Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Charge

  22-08-2022 18:45 via rollingstone.com
  
  Rapper's attorney says he's "not cooperating" with authorities and, "This is a standard plea"
  
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• Listen to Jamie xx’s new remix of Oliver Sim’s ‘GMT’

  22-08-2022 18:03 via nme.com
  
  Jamie xx has shared his new remix of Oliver Sim‘s ‘GMT’ – you can listen to the new version below.
  The two artists, who are bandmates in The xx, have further extended their creative partnership with the remix of the track, which has arrived this afternoon (August 22).READ MORE: Jamie xx on his debut solo album ‘In Colour’, his bright, bold homage to London nightlifeThe original ‘GMT’ – which was released last month – is set to feature o
  
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• Lil Baby Details the Grueling Cycle of Hustle Culture in New ‘Untrapped’ Documentary Teaser 

  22-08-2022 18:02 via rollingstone.com
  
  The documentary arrives on August 26 on Amazon Prime Video
  
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• Listen to The National and Bon Iver’s emotive new song, ‘Weird Goodbyes’

  22-08-2022 18:00 via nme.com
  
  The National have today (August 22) released their emotive new single ‘Weird Goodbyes’, which features Bon Iver – you can listen to the song below.
  The track has been teased for some time, with the two artists finally confirming their collaboration last week.READ MORE: The National on new music: “It’s the whole history of the band, but with a new exploration”Speaking in a statement about ‘Weird Goodbyes’, The National’s Matt Berninger said: &
  
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• On Mastering Music: Should You Hire a Mastering Engineer or Use Automated Mastering?

  22-08-2022 17:44 via digitalmusicnews.com
  Mastering music is the final stage before you release your songs to the world. You need to master every song you release – it improves the sound quality and increases the loudness to the level of other songs coming out these days. I’ve used both automated mastering and a mastering engineer, so here’s my take […]
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• Watch The 1975 debut ‘Tonight (I Wish I Was Your Boy)’ live in Japan

  22-08-2022 17:19 via nme.com
  
  The 1975 performed their 2020 song ‘Tonight (I Wish I Was Your Boy)’ live for the first time in Osaka, Japan last night (August 21) – you can watch fan-shot footage of the performance below.
  The four-piece made their live return at Summer Sonic festival in Tokyo on Saturday (August 20), where they performed a new song titled ‘I’m In Love With You’.READ MORE: New song ‘Part Of The Band’ finds The 1975 ripping up their own rule bookThe band then
  
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• Aitch says he was “fuming” over Ian Curtis mural ad cover up

  22-08-2022 17:12 via nme.com
  
  Manchester rapper Aitch has opened up about the recent row over an advert for his new album, which was painted over an Ian Curtis mural in Manchester.
  Last week, an advertisement for the rapper’s ‘Close To Home’ was placed over a much-loved mural of the late Joy Division frontman in the city’s Northern Quarter.READ MORE: New Order talk suicide prevention in Parliament to mark anniversary of Ian Curtis’ deathThe mural, based on a photo of Curtis that was ta
  
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• Harry Styles has to warn potential partners about trolls at start of relationships

  22-08-2022 16:31 via music-news.com
  
  Olivia Wilde insisted that the majority of Harry Styles' fans are "deeply loving people".
  
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• DJ Tony de Vit to be honoured with blue plaque in Birmingham

  22-08-2022 16:12 via nme.com
  
  Tony de Vit, the late hard house DJ, is set to be honoured with a blue plaque in Birmingham.
  The pioneering Kidderminster-born DJ and producer, who passed away in 1998 aged 40, is the first DJ to ever receive the honour, which is commissioned by the Birmingham Civic Society to recognise individuals who “achieved greatness” and “made [the city] what it is today”.
  de Vit will be posthumously honoured during an unveiling ceremony at the Custard Factory in Digbeth on Septembe
  
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• Drahla return with new single ‘Under The Glass’ and announce UK tour

  22-08-2022 15:56 via nme.com
  
  Leeds punks Drahla have returned today (August 22) with their new single ‘Under The Glass’, their first new music in three years.
  The new music comes alongside details of the band’s first UK tour since 2019, which kicks off in Brighton next month. It follows their debut album, ‘Useless Coordinates’.READ MORE: Leeds’ Drahla are the thrilling new band pushing boundaries in two creative realms“‘Under the Glass’ represents a moment of creative re
  
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• Willow Kayne on new single ‘Rat Race’: “It’s a diary entry tune”

  22-08-2022 15:25 via nme.com
  
  Willow Kayne has discussed her new single ‘Rat Race’, telling NME the track is a “diary entry tune”.
  Speaking backstage at All Points East festival, the Bristol-born singer-songwriter explained that the track, out today (August 22), is part of a new project.
  “This next project is about my experience in London, and in this industry as well,” she said. “‘Rat Race’ is about my perception on London and how everything is so fast, and you’ve
  
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• Coldplay bring out Stormzy for ‘Blinded By Your Grace Pt. 1’ performance at final Wembley show

  22-08-2022 15:05 via nme.com
  
  Coldplay finished their six-night residency at Wembley Stadium last night (August 21) by bringing out Stormzy to perform ‘Blinded By Your Grace Pt. 1’ – see footage below.READ MORE: Coldplay live in London: a fantastical, feel-good bonanza that delivers on a bold promiseAcross the band’s gigs at the London venue this month, they have been joined by a host of special guests, including Natalie Imbruglia, Craig David, Steve Coogan in character as Alan Partridge and many
  
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• Sparta announce self-titled album, share ‘Mind Over Matter’ and ‘Spiders’

  22-08-2022 14:32 via nme.com
  
  Sparta have announced details of their self-titled new album and shared two songs from it – listen to ‘Mind Over Matter’ and ‘Spiders’ below.
  The Texas duo, led by former At The Drive-In guitarist Jim Ward, will follow up 2020’s ‘Trust The River’ LP on October 14 via Dine Alone.
  The new record is being previewed by its first two singles, which both feature a special guest vocalist.
  ‘Mind Over Matter’ features Kayleigh Goldsworthy, while
  
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• Drake has been named as Shazam’s most-searched artist

  22-08-2022 14:20 via nme.com
  
  Drake has been named by Shazam as their most-searched artist.
  The music-searching app is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, having initially launched in August 2002 as a UK-based text messaging service.READ MORE: Drake – ‘Honestly, Nevermind’ review: rapper’s house makeover provides long-overdue career boostTo mark the milestone, Shazam has now shared a list of its most-searched artists and songs over the course of the past two decades.
  Drake has come out on top
  
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• How Harry Styles Became the World’s Most Wanted Man

  22-08-2022 13:49 via rollingstone.com
  
  The global pop icon makes it all look easy — even when it definitely isn't. opens up about his huge year, his two new films, his fans' relationship with Olivia Wilde, activism, sexuality, therapy, and much more
  
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• Camila Cabello and Hans Zimmer announce new song ‘Take Me Back Home’ for ‘Frozen Planet II’

  22-08-2022 13:31 via nme.com
  
  Camila Cabello and Hans Zimmer have announced ‘Take Me Back Home’, a new collaborative song that will soundtrack a trailer for the BBC’s Sir David Attenborough-narrated series Frozen Planet II.
  Frozen Planet II has been described by the BBC as “a spellbinding six-episode journey through earth’s magical icy lands including the north and south poles”.READ MORE: Camila Cabello – ‘Familia’ review: pin-sharp satire and “emo” angui
  
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• Washington state police believe they stopped a mass shooting at EDM festival

  22-08-2022 13:04 via nme.com
  
  Police in Washington state have shared a statement which says they believe they prevented a mass shooting at an EDM festival over the weekend.
  The Bass Canyon music festival has been held at the Gorge Amphitheatre in Grant County, Washington over the past few days (August 19-21).
  In a statement shared on Facebook, the Grant County Sheriff’s Office revealed that witnesses reportedly spotted a 31-year-old called Jonathan R. Moody loading two 9mm pistols in his car outside the festival on Fri
  
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• Red Hot Chili Peppers to be bestowed with MTV VMAs' Global Icon Award

  22-08-2022 13:04 via music-news.com
  
  Red Hot Chili Peppers follow in the footsteps of the likes of Foo Fighters, Janet Jackson, Green Day and Eminem with the Global Icon gong.
  
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• 'I won't let the world forget me': Ozzy Osbourne eyes No1 album

  22-08-2022 13:04 via music-news.com
  
  Ozzy Osbourne wants to score a number one with his 12th solo album.
  
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• Becky Hill reveals her anxiety struggles

  22-08-2022 13:04 via music-news.com
  
  Becky Hill has admitted she battles anxiety whenever she is releasing new music.
  
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• Watch Eddie Vedder mark Joe Strummer’s 70th birthday with ‘Long Shadow’ cover

  22-08-2022 12:32 via nme.com
  
  Eddie Vedder has covered Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros’ track ‘Long Shadow’ to mark the late Clash musician’s 70th birthday – you can watch Vedder’s rendition below.
  ‘Long Shadow’ was originally released in October 2003 on the album ‘Streetcore’, which was completed following Strummer’s death in December 2002.READ MORE: Rafferty Law: “Joe Strummer would be wicked to play in a biopic”Vedder, who fronts Pearl Jam, ha
  
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• Casey Affleck welcomes new sister-in-law Jennifer Lopez into the family

  22-08-2022 12:31 via music-news.com
  
  Casey Affleck described Jennifer Lopez as a "gem".
  
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• Camila Cabello and Hans Zimmer collaborate on new song for Frozen Planet II

  22-08-2022 12:31 via music-news.com
  
  Take Me Back Home will premiere on Friday.
  
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