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A federal jury ruled that Live Nation engaged in anticompetitive practices, marking a major victory for 33 states and opening the door for real change in the struggling live music industry. Musicians say it's a crucial first step toward fairer ticket prices and thriving local venues.
Musicians in Azerbaijan are sharing centuries-old musical traditions with modern audiences through international festivals. UNESCO-recognized art forms mugham and ashiq are thriving as performers honor the past while creating connections today.
SiriusXM Canada just opened applications for a major competition that gives emerging Francophone musicians a shot at $25,000, performances at Quebec's top festivals, and a showcase in Paris. The search for Canada's next French-language music star is on.
A new nationwide competition is giving emerging French-language musicians in Canada a shot at stardom, international stages, and serious cash prizes. The Nouvelles Ondes program opens doors to Paris performances and major Quebec festivals.
Four talented Maui students won scholarships to pursue their musical dreams, with two sophomores breaking the tradition of senior-only awards. The Maui Pops Orchestra has now invested $50,000 in local youth since 2014.
Japanese bass legend Yoshio Suzuki marked his 80th birthday not with retirement, but with a riveting jazz performance that proved age is just a number. His performance with The Blend showed five generations of musicians creating magic together.
A fully independent symphony orchestra of 60 musicians performs professional-level concerts in Lake Chapala, Mexico, surviving entirely on ticket sales and local donations without any government funding. The ensemble blends retired professionals and career musicians, drawing 300+ listeners per show in a town of just 10,000 foreign residents.
The Red Clay Strays raised over $60,000 for suicide prevention and domestic violence support through their Get Right Project. The rising alt-country band proves musicians can create real change beyond the stage.
A new generation of musicians in Malaysian Borneo is breathing life back into the sape, a traditional wooden lute once central to ceremonies and storytelling. The challenge now is finding craftspeople willing to learn the painstaking art of making these instruments.
Several thousand people marched through Saint-Denis, France's largest Paris suburb, standing in solidarity with their newly elected Black mayor after he faced racist attacks on TV and social media. The peaceful demonstration brought together community members, unions, and musicians to defend their hometown leader.
Australian artist Gordi rewrote a song she co-created with her partner Alex Lahey, transforming it into her stunning new single "High Line." The creative collaboration shows how two musicians navigate their relationship and careers without jealousy.
South Dakota's Augustana University just approved its first-ever Bachelor of Music in Performance, giving aspiring musicians the specialized training they need to become professional performers. Starting fall 2026, students can finally dedicate the time and structure required to master their craft without burning out.
The world's most-streamed show is introducing millions of children to Mozart, Holst, and Tchaikovsky without them even realizing it. Now, composer Joff Bush has released a full orchestral album featuring 100 Brisbane musicians.
Scientists in Italy discovered that violinists wearing lightweight robotic exoskeletons actually improved their timing and coordination with fellow musicians. The technology could soon help stroke patients and others relearn movement through therapist-guided rehabilitation.
Female jazz musicians in France are speaking out about sexual violence and sexism in their industry, demanding real change. These brave artists are working together to create a safer, more equitable music scene for the next generation.
Spotify is rolling out a new feature that lets musicians approve songs before they appear on their profiles, stopping the flood of fake AI tracks from hijacking real artists' pages. After 75 million AI-generated songs were deleted last year, this simple fix could finally give artists back control.
Spotify is beta testing a feature that lets artists approve songs before they appear on their profiles, fighting back against AI-generated music being wrongly attributed to real musicians. The tool arrives as Sony Music reports removing over 135,000 fake AI songs from streaming platforms.
Young classical musicians around the world now have a chance to launch their careers at one of the most prestigious competitions in the field. The George Enescu International Competition in Bucharest is accepting applications through May, offering not just prize money but life-changing career opportunities.
Nigerian musicians have pulled in over $105 million from Spotify in three years, but there's a fascinating twist in their streaming success story. As more Nigerians stream their homegrown artists, the money per stream is actually dropping, revealing how global streaming economics really work.
A family-owned market in New Castle, Delaware, is turning their produce section into a stage for local Latin musicians. The "Mercadito Sessions" have gone viral, creating community and opportunities for indie artists.
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