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Over 900 collectibles on sale now at music's biggest auction

Every year music's richest collectors gather in New York City to witness the offerings of Julien's – the auctioneers responsible for rare guitars, setlists and fashion pieces worth millions of euros.

16 November 2021

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MTV EMA's show support for LGBTQ community in Hungary

The awards, held in Budapest, featured statements of support for the LGBTQ community in a country criticised for it's stance on LGBT rights.

16 November 2021

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France’s Culture Pass: Who is eligible and what can you buy with it?

Young people across France are being offered the chance to access concerts, museums, and books for free as part of President Macron's new plan.

15 November 2021

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Christmas gifts for music lovers: Sonic suggestions for silly season

Vinyl box sets, photobooks, and books adorned with encyclopaedic knowledge of modern music. Here are some of the best gifts you can purchase for your nearest and dearest music lovers.

14 November 2021

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Return of Rio rap a sign pandemic may be waning

This kind of battle was good news for the impoverished, sometimes violent Cidade de Deus favela in Rio de Janeiro: a rap duel in a local bar held for the first time since the pandemic hit early last year.

12 November 2021

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'Pulp' frontman releases sustainability anthem for COP26

Cocker says the climate crisis is moving to the centre of public consciousness.

11 November 2021

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Are McDonald's and Mariah taking aim at COP26?

The ad-campaign has received criticism for its amateur graphics but some on Twitter think it may carry a serious message.

11 November 2021

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How could the crowd surge at Astroworld have been prevented?

Eight people lost their lives in a crowd surge at a festival organised by rapper Travis Scott last weekend. The youngest was 14 years old. Euronews asks industry leaders in concert safety about the tragedy and how it could have been prevented.

10 November 2021

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'Party at the edge of the world' promises a night like no other

This exclusive Icelandic club night will transport you to 1980s New York.

9 November 2021

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Van Morrison sued by NI government minister for libel over COVID rules

The 76-year-old singer was a vocal opposer of Northern Ireland's lockdown laws last year and labelled his home country's government "fascist bullies".

8 November 2021

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Olly Alexander back in betting for Dr Who: what are the latest odds?

The singer and actor has "categorically" denied any chance of taking Jodie Whittaker's place and becoming Doctor number 14. Who is next in line to lead the sci-fi empire?

5 November 2021

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'Best music in the world!' say ABBA fans in Stockholm as new album drops

Visitors of the ABBA museum in Stockholm buy merchandise and reminisce on their own memories of the Swedish pop sensation, as the new album 'Voyage' marks the group's first new release in nearly 40 years

5 November 2021

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Fans can bid on Amy Winehouse's personal items

Even the dress that Amy wore during her last ever performance will be available at Julien's Auctions in Beverly Hills, US.

2 November 2021

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Wild Boys: Duran Duran ordered drugs on room service in the 80s

The British band's favourite West Hollywood haunt delivered enough substances to see them through the decade twice over.

1 November 2021

Art

Madonna: People ‘must wear rubber gloves’ to touch fashion collection

The singer revealed she has a dedicated outfit archive in Brooklyn, New York.

1 November 2021

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Gigs are back in Ireland - just don't expect to crowdsurf

Under new guidance, crowd surfing will not be permitted and nightclub goers must form a socially distanced queue to buy drinks.

29 October 2021

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Eurovision superstars Måneskin to support the Rolling Stones in Vegas

The Italian rockstars will play to a crowd of 68,000 at a Las Vegas stadium next week in support of The Stones.

29 October 2021

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Final Voyage: ABBA's new album will be their last new music

Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson clarified the band's future in an interview promoting their ninth and final album, Voyage.

28 October 2021

Art

Back to Black at 15: Giant heart sculptures celebrate Amy Winehouse

North London's Camden Town continues its enduring embrace of the singer's legacy with two new sculptures that celebrate the multi-Grammy winning album.

28 October 2021

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Paul McCartney gives up on signing fan autographs after six decades

The British music icon would rather have a conversation with diehards over being asked to sign random bits of paper.

26 October 2021