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African music streaming platform Josplay just secured a major partnership with Sony Music Entertainment, bringing thousands of tracks from legendary African artists to listeners worldwide. The deal celebrates African music as "a world of music," not just a genre subset.
After performing for royalty and collaborating with Paul McCartney, Oakland-born flautist Elena Durán chose to honor her grandmother's legacy by bringing classical music to Mexico, from concert halls to prison cells.
A groundbreaking new report reveals Black music has contributed $24.5 billion to the UK music industry over 30 years, accounting for 80% of the market. The landmark study calls for better support and representation to match this enormous economic and cultural impact.
Kacper Majchrzak didn't expect to swim that fast in a 3-metre deep pool. But the Polish athlete shattered a world record at The World Games in Chengdu, bringing home gold and silver medals for his country.
A devoted fan turned her love for The Weeknd's music into a world record that caught the artist's attention. Her achievement led to meeting her idol and attending exclusive concerts.
A groundbreaking report reveals Black Music contributes £24.5 billion to Britain's music industry over 30 years, yet creators still face a 20% pay gap. New data maps 138 genres rooted in Black culture and calls for equity reforms.
A Nigerian DJ is preparing to spin for 12 straight days to claim a Guinness World Record and inspire women in music. Princess Ntuk Williams, known as DJ PrettyPlay, kicks off her historic attempt March 3 in Lagos.
Houstonians will line up over 1,000 soccer balls in Hermann Park this April, breaking a world record while celebrating the city's upcoming World Cup matches. The soccer balls will then go to local youth programs across the city.
A nonprofit is transforming Bengaluru's traffic problem into a solution by hosting intimate concerts inside a moving bus. On World Music Day, fans can hop on for free performances across the city's busiest neighborhoods.
A retired writer spending winters in Mexico realized he knew almost nothing about Mexican music. Two friendly cab drivers in one day changed everything.
A music group founded by an autistic musician is releasing its first album on World Autism Awareness Day to promote understanding and inclusion. The three-track album will be translated into four languages and feature music videos to reach audiences worldwide.
George Franklin still leads his swing band every Monday at 104, just months away from becoming the world's oldest conductor. The WWII veteran has been making music for 97 years and credits it for his long, vibrant life.
Africa's premier music industry gathering returns to Johannesburg on May 22 with a groundbreaking focus on artificial intelligence and creator empowerment. The sixth annual conference brings together global music leaders to explore how technology can amplify African artists' voices worldwide. ---
More than 1,000 soccer balls lined up in Hermann Park just set a Guinness World Record and they're all going to Houston's underserved youth. The city is gearing up for the FIFA World Cup with programs that ensure local kids benefit long after the matches end.
Country music legend Dolly Parton just earned official "ICON" status from Guinness World Records with 11 incredible achievements spanning seven decades. The East Tennessee native's records celebrate everything from chart dominance to her unmatched staying power in country music.
A German composer transformed football viewing into a cinematic experience by improvising live music on a church organ during Germany's World Cup opener. The sold-out event combined sport, art, and community in one of Berlin's most creative ways to watch the tournament.
Canadian sprinters shattered a world record and qualified four relay teams for the 2027 World Championships in a stunning performance at the World Athletics Relays in Botswana. The breakthrough moment shows Canada's track dominance is only getting stronger.
Nashville musician Nordista Freeze is halfway through an ambitious world record attempt to perform concerts in all 50 states in just 30 days. His Nebraska stop on a rainy Monday night drew enthusiastic supporters who prove good music brings people together anywhere.
Grammy winner Nile Rodgers just inaugurated a state-of-the-art music center at a Dubai school, giving students access to professional-grade studios and industry connections. The new facility blends classical training with modern music technology to prepare the next generation of creative professionals.
Over 70,000 people are discovering how 300-year-old music offers a blueprint for modern conversation. The 2026 Leipzig Bach Festival proves that Bach's polyphonic compositions, where distinct voices interact as equals, can teach us how to communicate better in our divided world.
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