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• Watch Brian Eno, Fontaines D.C.’s Carlos O’Connell, Michael Stipe and Bastille’s Dan Smith read ‘Voices For Gaza’ letters of Palestinian’s war experience 

  14-05-2024 17:03 via nme.com
  
  Brian Eno, as well as members of Fontaines D.C., R.E.M, Bastille and more have read out letters from Palestinians suffering in Gaza as part of a ‘Voices For Gaza’ initiative.
  The clips have been shared on the Instagram page for Voices For Gaza, and sees famous faces from across the entertainment industry read letters from those in Palestine aloud, recalling the graphic details of the war.
  It aims to help raise funds for the charity Medical Aid for Palestinians and bring awareness to
  
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• The Rolling Stones Rehearsed 60 to 70 Songs for ‘Hackney Diamonds’ Tour

  14-05-2024 16:28 via rollingstone.com
  
  Creative team behind band's ongoing trek explains everything that went into getting the band into stadiums
  
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• Chris Stapleton Takes ‘Loving You on My Mind’ Higher With The War and Treaty, Jennifer Hudson

  14-05-2024 16:26 via rollingstone.com
  
  The three acts performed the song from Stapleton's latest studio album, Higher, during a new episode of The Jennifer Hudson Show
  
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• Over 100 acts have now dropped out of The Great Escape 2024 in Gaza boycott, with support from Massive Attack

  14-05-2024 16:13 via nme.com
  
  Over 100 acts have now dropped out of this year’s Great Escape Festival in solidarity with Palestine, with Massive Attack also speaking out in support of the boycott.
  The 2024 edition of the event – which showcases new and rising artists – is due to take place across various music venues in Brighton from tomorrow (May 15) until Saturday (18).READ MORE: The 10 best new acts we saw at The Great Escape 2023The Great Escape is sponsored by Barclays, which has been a source of
  
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• John Legend explains Chrissy Teigen's neck injury

  14-05-2024 16:11 via music-news.com
  
  Singer John Legend explains why his wife is sporting a neck brace.
  
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• Eurovision bosses defend disqualifying Joost Klein

  14-05-2024 16:11 via music-news.com
  
  Eurovision Song Contest bosses have shed new light on Joost Klein's disqualification.
  
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• Listen to a preview of new Billie Eilish song in ‘Heartstopper’ season three trailer

  14-05-2024 16:02 via nme.com
  
  Billie Eilish has previewed one of her new tracks in the teaser for season three of Netflix‘s Heartstopper.READ MORE: ‘Heartstopper’ season two review: more teenage tenderness in a time of turbulenceThe hit Netflix series is a coming-of-age romantic comedy-drama focusing on the friendships and relationships of secondary school students at the fictional Truham Grammar School.
  In the new teaser, Charlie – played by Joe Locke –  stands in front of his mi
  
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• How Ann and Nancy Wilson Put the Pieces of Heart Back Together

  14-05-2024 16:00 via rollingstone.com
  
  They've overcome everything from music-biz sexism to family drama that almost tore them apart. One of rock's greatest sibling duos tell us how they got back on the road again
  
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• Foo Fighters, Noah Kahan to Headline Inaugural Soundside Fest in Connecticut

  14-05-2024 16:00 via rollingstone.com
  
  Teddy Swims, Norah Jones, Goo Goo Dolls, and Boyz II Men will also perform
  
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• Robert Plant and David Gilmour lend support to Steve Marriott’s children in battle over AI music with estate

  14-05-2024 15:50 via nme.com
  
  Robert Plant and David Gilmour have expressed their support for the children of Steve Marriott, who are currently in a battle with his estate over AI-generated music.READ MORE: Beyond human imagination: How AI is pushing the boundaries of entertainmentThe children of the late Humble Pie and Small Faces frontman are currently in a dispute with the singer’s estate to prevent the release of music made by artificial intelligence in his name.
  Although no agreements for recordings are yet in pla
  
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• Watch Graham Nash’s Surprise Performance of ‘Our House’ at Carnegie Hall CSN Tribute

  14-05-2024 15:49 via rollingstone.com
  
  The trio was honored with a charity show featuring Todd Rundgren, Steve Earle, Yola, Guster, Rickie Lee Jones, and many others
  
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• Snoop Dogg Will Reunite With Crip-Walking Horse at 2024 Olympics and Boost Rising Stars on ‘The Voice’

  14-05-2024 15:13 via rollingstone.com
  
  The rapper recently appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to tease his busy year ahead
  
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• Kendrick Lamar’s Drake diss track ‘Not Like Us’ breaks records and rockets to Billboard Number One

  14-05-2024 13:43 via nme.com
  
  Kendrick Lamar’s diss track against Drake ‘Not Like Us’ has broken records and topped the singles charts.READ MORE: Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s feud: the full timelineThe two rappers have been engaged in a feud for years now, although the beef has come to a head in recent weeks – with each sharing increasingly personal diss tracks lately and other artists getting involved.
  Now, it seems that Lamar has taken home the victory, at least in terms of chart figures, with h
  
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• Paris venue says “alternative seating was proposed but refused” for Taylor Swift fans with baby on floor of pit

  14-05-2024 13:41 via nme.com
  
  The Paris venue that staged Taylor Swift‘s ‘Eras Tour’ last week has issued a statement after a baby was pictured on the floor in the crowd.
  The pop star began the European, UK and Ireland leg of her huge career-spanning tour with four concerts at the Paris La Défense Arena in the French capital on May 9, 10, 11 and 12.READ MORE: Taylor Swift live in New Jersey: a glittering celebration of every eraFans have criticised the parents who took their baby into the p
  
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• Grammy Award-winning saxophonist David Sanborn dies aged 78 after six-year battle with cancer

  14-05-2024 13:24 via music-news.com
  
  Award-winning saxophonist David Sanborn has died at the age of 78 following a battle with cancer.
  
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• Songer explains why he has never tried to 'chase hits' and would rather perform album tracks

  14-05-2024 13:04 via music-news.com
  
  Songer has never tried to "chase hits" in his career and has found that his fanbase prefers album tracks.
  
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• Caleb Followill on nepo babies: “I’m not giving my kids shit – they gotta get it themselves”

  14-05-2024 12:47 via nme.com
  
  Caleb Followill has shared his thoughts on “nepo babies” – children of successful parents who are given more opportunities through nepotism – and said that he won’t be “giving my kids shit” to help advance their careers.READ MORE: How Kings of Leon got their swagger back: “We’re not ready to quit”The Kings Of Leon frontman spoke out about the debate in a new interview with The Independent, ahead of the band’s new album ‘Can
  
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• Joel Corry reveals Kylie Minogue collaboration for new summer tracks: 'The Queen!'

  14-05-2024 12:19 via music-news.com
  
  Joel Corry has been working in the studio with Kylie Minogue and teased that there are some "bangers" on the way for the summer.
  
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• Taylor Swift files trademark for Female Rage: The Musical

  14-05-2024 12:11 via music-news.com
  
  Taylor Swift used the phrase to describe the new section of The Eras Tour on Sunday.
  
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• Eurovision legend Lulu extends farewell UK tour after huge demand

  14-05-2024 12:09 via music-news.com
  
  Lulu has extended her farewell tour and will now visit a string of new cities following a sell-out run earlier this year.
  
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• Elbow are “ready” to open Manchester’s Co-Op Live arena tonight after weeks of chaos: “See you there”

  14-05-2024 11:52 via nme.com
  
  Elbow have said they are “ready” to open the new Co-Op Live arena in Manchester tonight (May 14) following weeks of chaos at the venue.
  Guy Garvey and co. are scheduled to perform at the 23,500-capacity arena – which is the UK’s largest indoor venue – as part of their current UK headline tour. The dates come in support of their latest studio album, ‘Audio Vertigo’.READ MORE: “Manchester’s own Fyre Festival” – disappointed fans spe
  
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• The Netherlands’ disqualified Eurovision contestant Joost Klein likely to face charges say police 

  14-05-2024 11:45 via nme.com
  
  The Netherlands’ disqualified Eurovision contestant is likely to face charges, according to police.READ MORE: Inside the raging debate to watch Eurovision 2024: “This feels bigger than the contest”Joost Klein – who was set to represent the Netherlands with his song ‘Europapa’ – was disqualified from the contest in Malmö, Sweden just hours before Saturday’s finale (May 11). At the time, police stated that the decision was made after he was accu
  
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• ‘Baby Reindeer’ creator Richard Gadd opens up about how his favourite band The Pogues inspired him

  14-05-2024 11:33 via nme.com
  
  Baby Reindeer creator Richard Gadd has opened up about how Shane MacGowan and The Pogues have influenced his work.READ MORE: Shane MacGowan, 1957-2023: an uncompromising one of a kindGadd’s recent Netflix series claims to tell the “true story” of his real-life stalking experience and reached the top of the streaming charts after going viral online.
  In a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Gadd opened up about his inspirations and in particular, the music of The Pogu
  
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• Kelly Clarkson sets record straight on Ozempic rumours

  14-05-2024 10:31 via music-news.com
  
  Kelly Clarkson uses weight-loss medication - but not Ozempic.
  
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• London Grammar and AJ Tracey among new acts for Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2024

  14-05-2024 10:30 via nme.com
  
  Radio 1’s Big Weekend has announced some more acts for this year’s event, including London Grammar and AJ Tracey. See the full line-up below.
  The 2024 edition of the BBC station’s annual festival is set to take place at Stockwood Park in Luton between May 24-26.READ MORE: The NME Big Read – London Grammar: “I always end up being the only female in the room”It’ll boast headline performances from Coldplay, Raye and Chase & Status, as well as sets from
  
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• Noel Gallagher defends not doing Poznan at Man City game after Liam calls out “poor behaviour”

  14-05-2024 09:40 via nme.com
  
  Noel Gallagher has defended not joining in with the Poznan at Manchester City’s match against Fulham last weekend after his brother Liam called it “poor behaviour”.
  The former Oasis member attended last Saturday’s away game (May 11), which saw his beloved team clinch a 4-0 win and move closer to the top of the Premier League table.READ MORE: Noel Gallagher: “The world is a beautiful place – it’s just inhabited by c**ts”But unlike the huge sea of Ma
  
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• Serj Tankian reveals System Of A Down auditioned a new singer in 2018 after he offered to quit the band

  14-05-2024 09:21 via nme.com
  
  Serj Tankian has revealed that System Of A Down began looking for a new singer in 2018 after he offered to quit the band.READ MORE: Serj Tankian: “I think the whole world felt some relief that Trump was gone”In an except of his new memoir Down With the System: A Memoir (Of Sorts) shared with Rolling Stone, Tankian reflected on his disdain for touring, leading to his decision to tell his bandmates in System Of A Down to carry on without him so they could continue living their dre
  
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• 'It was complicated!' Slipknot drummer Eloy Casagrande tells of Sepultura exit

  14-05-2024 09:04 via music-news.com
  
  Slipknot's new drummer Eloy Casagrande has admitted his decision to leave Sepultura was "complicated", after he was told he couldn't "juggle the two bands" ahead of the'Attitude' hitmakers' farewell tour.
  
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• Gabrielle overcame stage fright thanks to Adele and Stormzy

  14-05-2024 09:04 via music-news.com
  
  'Dreams' hitmaker Gabrielle admitted the backing of Adele and Stormzy has helped her overcome her stage.
  
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• Aminé to launch new festival The Best Day Ever in Portland this August

  14-05-2024 08:33 via nme.com
  
  Aminé has announced his first-ever festival, The Best Day Ever – find out the festival’s line-up, ticketing information and more below.READ MORE: Aminé and Kaytranada – ‘Kaytraminé’ review: a contender for the summer’s hottest albumThe Best Day Ever will be a new two-day festival launched by Aminé in his hometown of Portland, Oregon this August. Conceptualised by the rapper himself, it will showcase some of his closest friends and c
  
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