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David Draiman says Disturbed need a “nice, long break” as controversial European tour comes to a close
Disturbed singer David Draiman says that the heavy metal band need a “nice, long break” as they wrap up their European tour. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday (October 29), the frontman admits that he isn’t sure when his band will...
How Maggie Baird, Billie Eilish and FINNEAS’ Mom, Is Propelling The Music Industry’s Sustainability Efforts
It’s the tail end of September’s Climate Week: NYC when Maggie Baird gets on Zoom from her hotel in the city, ceramic mug of tea in hand. The mother of Billie Eilish and FINNEAS, as well as a staunch activist for sustainability and plant-based...
Lyft CEO David Risher on paying drivers more and the shift to robotaxis
Today, I’m talking with David Risher, who is the CEO of Lyft. I’ll just say from the jump: I think you’ll like this one, since David is refreshingly direct and doesn’t pull a lot of punches. He has been on the board of Lyft for years, but he only...
Tresor honoured with the global ‘Courage of Art’ award in Italy
Tresor was recognised for using his music to promote peace, empathy, and unity across nations. Multi-award-winning musician Tresor has received the global Courage of Art award at the prestigious Premio Res Publica awards in Italy. The awards,...
Royal Caribbean shares huge updates for European holidays with a new beach club and the return of a popular ship
Royal Caribbean has unveiled its summer 2027 European holiday lineup, featuring the brand-new Royal Beach Club Santorini and marking the return of Legend of the Seas to European waters. The cruise line's latest offerings span the Mediterranean and...
'Charming' Christmas market is one of Europe's best with £27 flights in December
15:06, 30 Oct 2025Updated 15:06, 30 Oct 2025 Nothing quite ignites the festive spirit like a stroll around a Christmas market. It's the ideal place to enjoy some delicious food, sip on a warm cup of mulled wine, and gear up for the holiday season...
Colombian Pop Band Morat to Debut at Coachella 2026
The Colombian pop band Morat will make their debut at Coachella 2026 at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. Credit: Carolina Paz / Courtesy Colombian music continues to conquer international stages. The Colombian pop band Morat has been...
Bulldog Insider: Scandinavian rivals become teammates at UMD
DULUTH — Minnesota Duluth seniors Thea Johansson and Krista Parkkonen hope to be playing in the Olympics 14 weeks from now when the 2026 Winter Games get underway on Feb. 6, 2026, in Milan and Cortina, Italy. That’s why both are now playing for...
Southern Culture on the Skids brings their swampy, deep-fried rock and rockabilly to The Siren
The first time I saw Southern Culture on the Skids (SCOTS) was when SLO Brew was on Garden Street upstairs. It must have been the early ’90s, probably around when SCOTS released their third album, For Lovers Only (1992). The record that really...
Camilla Luddington on Rediscovering Fragrance in Her 40s, Shaving Her Face, and the $10 European Bodycare Hack She Loves
Beauty routines are integral to getting In The Mood—not for any other person, but for you. Here, get a glimpse into the products, habits, and mantras that help powerhouse women slip into the sexiest version of themselves. If I can count on Grey’s...
Earning National Acclaim: The Westside Orchestra wins The American Prize for programming
The small fish in a big pond doesn’t always score attention. However, the Westside Chamber Orchestra won The American Prize in Orchestral Programming. The Santa Monica based orchestra recently scored some serious hardware, the acclaimed Vytautas...
Moldova returns to Eurovision for 2026
The eastern European country is the third country to announce its comeback in the last few days, after Romania and Bulgaria. A new selection process has also been announced, with additional support for the future Moldovan act. A comeback as...
Topshop announces surprise pop-ups with John Lewis
The recently relaunched British brand will be available via pop-ups in John Lewis’s Bristol, Leeds and Liverpool stores, as well as its Oxford Street flagship, all opening on 3 November. Each pop-up will offer around 30 pieces which will change...
Rituals celebrates summer European travel retail campaign for Karma Suncare range
Rituals showcased The Ritual of Karma Suncare collection across 150 high-profile travel retail locations in Europe, including airports, cruise ships and ferries {All images credited to Damon Rigter and Nomadi Studios}Rituals Cosmetics is...
Why Spanish pop-star Rosalía sings in German in her latest single
Her latest song 'Berghain' has gone viral online, with fans speculating about the artist's unusual language choice. So why does Rosalía sing in German in her new single, and what does she say? Spanish superstar Rosalía has grabbed the spotlight...
"Speaking to your own child about that is very personal, vulnerable and emotional." System Of A Down's Serj Tankian reveals why he covered a Chris De Burgh classic - and teamed up with an EDM legend
System Of A Down frontman Serj Tankian has opened up on some of the surprising musical choices he's made on his recently released solo album, Covers, Collaborations & Collages. As the record's title suggests, it features Serj covering some of his...
Kitchen Witches Conjure a Pre-Halloween Pop-Up Plus More Spooky Season Dining Events
From a Mysterious Pasta Pop-up, a “Kitchen Witches” Feast to High-Fashion Brunches and Basque Bites, Chefs Are Serving Serious Flavor This Halloween Weekend. For those in the know and the brave, it’s time to announce that Estrano has announced its...
Butler County Symphony highlighting jazz this weekend
Butler County Symphony Orchestra’s music director Moon Doh queues the audience to start snapping to the rhythm at a performance on Thursday, Oct. 16, at Karns City Area Elementary School. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle Matthew Brown Immerse yourself...
This Spanish tenor's already a star in Europe. Now he's made a big splash at the Met
NEW YORK – When tenor Xabier Anduaga first auditioned for Riccardo Frizza, the conductor recalls that “he opened his mouth, and after two notes I understood I was in front of something special. It’s one of the voices you find every 15 or 20...
Gabriel Loidi & Chen Manchun: A musical exchange across cultures and time
Madrid, the capital of Spain, is a city full of musical heritage. It is here that we met Gabriel Loidi, a composer, pianist, and professor of chamber music at the Higher School of Music of the Basque Country, alongside Chen Manchun, pianist and...