Damien Rice returns to Rome in 2027: “O” becomes a theater anniversary
On April 4, 2027, Damien Rice will perform at the Auditorium della Conciliazione: it will be the only Italian stop on the world tour celebrating the 25th anniversary of “O”.
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A federal judge has denied Muni Long’s former managers access to her medical records. The order narrows discovery in the breach-of-contract and defamation dispute.
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Brent Hinds’ estate sues Mastodon: ownership, image rights and succession become the new fault line for bands
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Universal Music and ElevenLabs strike major AI deal: generative music enters its licensing phase
Universal Music Group and ElevenLabs have announced a licensing agreement for an AI music platform built around UMG’s catalog, potentially including authorized remixes, mashups and new interpretations.
France’s recorded-music market grows 3.5% in H1: subscriptions rise 7.5% and AI tracks face new chart rules
According to SNEP, France’s recorded-music market grew 3.5% in the first half of 2026, with subscription-streaming revenue up 7.5% year over year; the trade body also outlined chart-eligibility policies for AI-generated tracks.
Tami Hart announces her first solo album in 24 years: when artistic return matters more than release frequency
Tami Hart, a queer and feminist folk-punk artist who emerged in the early 2000s, has announced her first solo album in 24 years.
Def Leppard gets its first authorized feature documentary: 110 million albums become a cinematic story
Long Live Def Leppard, directed by Jeff Feuerzeig, will be the first authorized feature documentary about the British band and is set for theatrical release in 2027 through Bleecker Street and Crosswalk.
Louder Than Life partners with Spotify: festivals and streaming platforms converge on fan experience
Louder Than Life 2026 has announced a partnership with Spotify for the edition featuring My Chemical Romance, Iron Maiden and Tool.
Suno v6 pivots toward licensing: AI music tries to become a legitimate business
Suno has launched its v6 models backed by agreements with Warner Music and BMG and, following a Believe partnership, is also targeting opt-in experiences built around individual artists.
Rachel Chinouriri releases Make Believe: modern UK pop builds albums through high-identity singles
Rachel Chinouriri has released Make Believe, a new single ahead of her album I Think I Spoke Too Soon, due next month.
Charli xcx brings Music, Fashion, Film to Europe in 2027: touring becomes a multimedia project
Charli xcx has announced six UK and European dates for February 2027 on the Music, Fashion, Film tour, with Audrey Hobert opening.
Spotify gets a timed exclusive on Noah Kahan’s Orbiter video: the platform accelerates its video push
Noah Kahan’s Orbiter music video has launched as a timed Spotify exclusive as the platform continues expanding into video content.
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