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Madonna pays tribute to 'genius, otherworldly' producer William Orbit
HeadlineFlip summary: Madonna honored producer William Orbit, calling him a 'genius, otherworldly' collaborator. They notably worked together on her Grammy-winning album 'Ray of Light'.
Musician and entrepreneur Tom Vek is building a digital music player, but don’t call it retro
HeadlineFlip summary: Musician Tom Vek, known for his 2005 debut "We Have Sound," is developing a new digital music player. Despite its potential vintage aesthetic, the project aims to be a modern innovation, not a retro revival.
Tyrese Haliburton, Jade Jones hold official wedding celebration with 50 Cent performance
HeadlineFlip summary: Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones held their official wedding celebration. Rapper 50 Cent performed live at the event, with the couple seen dancing to his song "I Get Money."
Campaigners call for Jared Leto's concerts to be cancelled after criminal sexual conduct claims
HeadlineFlip summary: Campaigners are urging for Jared Leto's upcoming concerts in the UK to be cancelled following allegations of criminal sexual conduct. Leto, who denies the claims, is scheduled to perform with his band in early next year.
Lauryn Hill and Wyclef ‘in an amazing place’ as fans hope for new Fugees album after 30 years
HeadlineFlip summary: Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean are reportedly in a good place, with Hill describing an "incredible healing process" for the Fugees, sparking hopes for new music after 30 years.
Rihanna is 'in the studio', says partner A$AP Rocky
HeadlineFlip summary: Rihanna is reportedly working on new music, according to her partner A$AP Rocky. He stated she is "in the studio" and "cooking."
Charli XCX on lying, Love Island and life post-Brat
HeadlineFlip summary: Charli XCX discusses her new album release with Radio 1's Jack Saunders, touching on topics like lying and Love Island.
Kate Nash on Irish history, heritage and covering Sinéad O'Connor
HeadlineFlip summary: Kate Nash is set to perform at The Mac as part of the fringe program for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, discussing Irish history, heritage, and covering Sinéad O'Connor.
Bono, Eddie Vedder and Hozier among mourners at Glen Hansard's funeral
HeadlineFlip summary: Musicians Bono, Eddie Vedder, and Hozier attended the funeral of Glen Hansard, who died in a motorcycle crash last week. Hansard gained fame from the 1991 film The Commitments.
Ariana Grande says decision to step back 'was not reactive or impulsive'
HeadlineFlip summary: Ariana Grande stated at her Chicago show that her decision to step back was not reactive or impulsive, emphasizing the need to set boundaries.
'It's just a loss to Ireland': Fans pay tribute to Glen Hansard at public wake
HeadlineFlip summary: Hundreds queued for a public wake for Glen Hansard, with thousands more expected. The event honored the musician.
Former X Factor finalist denies murder and GBH
HeadlineFlip summary: Gabrielle Carrington, a former X Factor finalist, has pleaded not guilty to charges of murder and grievous bodily harm. The charges stem from an incident outside Inca nightclub in Soho on April 19.
Donovan Mitchell and Coco Jones tie the knot in Greenwich ceremony
HeadlineFlip summary: Donovan Mitchell and Coco Jones were married in a Greenwich ceremony. Their first dance was to Musiq Soulchild's "Love," as shared in a video by agent Troy Payne.
Rachika Nayar’s Heaven Come Crashing is an instrumental epic of desperate longing
HeadlineFlip summary: Rachika Nayar's new album, Heaven Come Crashing, features a surprising drum and bass beat on its title track, contrasting with her percussion-free debut. The album is mostly drum-free, with sparse percussion elements on other tracks.
Massive Attack responds after Singapore ban over Palestine display
HeadlineFlip summary: Massive Attack expressed surprise and disappointment after being banned in Singapore for shouting "free Palestine" during a concert, sparking a debate about artistic expression and political statements.
British girl band FLO 'want it all' - and they're confident they will get it
HeadlineFlip summary: British girl band FLO discusses their second album, "Therapy at the Club," calling its creation a "crash course" in music. They express ambition and confidence in achieving their goals.
Massive Attack investigated after reports of pro-Palestinian display in Singapore show
HeadlineFlip summary: Massive Attack is under investigation in Singapore following reports of a pro-Palestinian display during a concert. The UK band allegedly expressed solidarity with the Palestinian cause.
UK rapper Yung Filly found not guilty of raping woman after Australian show
HeadlineFlip summary: UK rapper Yung Filly was acquitted of rape charges following accusations of sexual assault after a performance in Perth in 2024.
Spotify Running Mode helps match tunes to tempo
HeadlineFlip summary: Spotify's new Running Mode uses AI to curate playlists based on workout goals, music taste, and desired BPM, aiming to reduce time spent searching for music and increase workout time.
Glen Hansard: Meeting heroes and the tape that changed his life
HeadlineFlip summary: Glen Hansard's unusual journey to stardom is highlighted, focusing on meeting heroes and a life-changing tape. The article notes his death in a motorbike crash.
Olivia Dean nominated and Lily Allen snubbed in Mercury Prize list
HeadlineFlip summary: Olivia Dean has been nominated for the Mercury Prize, while Lily Allen was notably excluded from the best album shortlist, which features several returning nominees.
Oscar-winning songwriter Glen Hansard killed in crash
HeadlineFlip summary: Oscar-winning songwriter Glen Hansard, known for the 2007 film Once, has died in a crash. He was 56.
French DJ and electropop musician Kavinsky dies aged 50
HeadlineFlip summary: French electropop musician Kavinsky has died at the age of 50. His hit song "Nightcall" was featured on the "Drive" soundtrack and played at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
BTS say they won't submit music to the Grammy Awards
HeadlineFlip summary: The seven-member band BTS announced they will not submit their music to the Grammy Awards for the 2027 ceremony, posting a statement online detailing their decision to boycott.
Ariana Grande sues hackers who leaked music and videos
HeadlineFlip summary: Ariana Grande is suing hackers who allegedly leaked unreleased photos and songs. The lawsuit aims to identify the individuals responsible for obtaining and distributing her private material.
BBC reports from outside court after judge rules singer D4vd will stand trial for murder
HeadlineFlip summary: Singer D4vd will stand trial for murder after the body of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez was found in his car. BBC News reported from outside the court.
US singer D4vd to go on trial for murder in death of teen
HeadlineFlip summary: US singer D4vd will face trial for the murder of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Her remains were discovered in a Tesla linked to the singer's address.
Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis
HeadlineFlip summary: Carly Simon has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and has also undergone treatment for skin cancer. She stated her intention to continue singing.