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Crowds gather at Stonehenge for summer solstice sunrise

People in the UK on Friday welcomed the summer solstice at Stonehenge. Around 10,000 people gathered at the ancient stone circles to watch the sun rise on the longest day of the year.

United Kingdom

Previously lost Freddie Mercury performance released

A previously unreleased track of "Time Waits for No One" premiered on Thursday after being "lost" for four decades.

Musica

Michael Bublé: "Be in the moment"

With more than 60 million records sold, many awards and now back on stage: the king of swing Michael Bublé is currently on world tour. We met up with the mega star in Birmingham.

Angola

Explore Angola: Kizomba music helps renew Angola's cultural identity

In partnership with Infotur Angola

A music genre that is only a few decades old has captured the hearts of many Angolans. Eduardo Paim, the genre's founder, shares his musical influences and what effect Kizomba has had on his country.

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United Kingdom

Piano player, 91, spreads joy at busy station

Commuters at one of busy London St Pancras station are being given a reason to smile, thanks to 91-year-old piano player Denis Robinson.

USA

Handwritten wills, if real, shed light on Aretha Franklin

One of the wills, none of which have been authenticated, names a surprise father for one of the late singer's sons.

Cult

Peter Hook: 'I think Ian Curtis would be very proud'

It has been 40 years since the release of an album considered one of the best of all time. Joy Division's Peter Hook spoke to Euronews about 'Unknown Pleasures', and how the subsequent death of Ian Curtis changed everything.

Ukraine

Can he strike a chord with voters? Ukraine rock star bids to be MP

Sviatoslav Vakarchuk, the frontman of one of Ukraine’s most successful rock bands Okean Elzy, has put forward his party for the parliamentary elections this autumn.

World News

Watch: Musicians play ice instruments for climate change awareness

The quartet performed in temperatures of -12℃, which might sound cold but last month, the average temperature in the Arctic was 8℃ higher than normal, according to Greenpeace.

USA

Watch: Kurt Cobain's cardigan and Tupac's poetry up for auction

The Nirvana frontman's cardigan, worn for an In Utero photo shoot, is expected to fetch $120,000.

USA

Met Gala: Lady Gaga stole the show with her 16 minute entrance

The songstress managed to outshine all other attendees at the most extravagant fashion event of the year.

USA

Diana Ross says she felt 'violated' by TSA agent

Diana Ross had performed at New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival in Louisiana on Saturday night.

USA

Judge refuses to dismiss $10M rape lawsuit against Russell Simmons

The music mogul did not supply enough evidence to support his claim that the statute of limitations had run out, the judge said.

USA

Mick Jagger could return back on stage

Rolling Stones frontman on the mend after undergoing heart surgery

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Rolling Stones' tour delayed as Mick Jagger seeks medical treatment

The band announced on Saturday that 75-year-old Jagger was told by doctors “he cannot go on tour at this time.”

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Flowers and music for Madrid commuters to welcome in spring

Young musicians welcome passengers from Atocha and Chamartín stations in Madrid with music and tulips on the first day of spring

Notes From The Usa

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: the birthplace of US democracy

In partnership with Brand USA

French singer-songwriter Laetitia Sheriff is travelling around the US on the trail of music, history and culture. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is the place where America’s modern journey began, so it was a fitting final stop on her travels.

Notes From The Usa

Discovering the Martin guitar at America’s 'most eclectic' music shop

In partnership with Brand USA

Join singer-songwriter Laetitia Shériff as she browses one of the world’s largest collection of vintage Martin guitars, at Vintage Instruments, a legendary Philadelphia music shop known for its extensive collections.

USA

Dick Dale, the king of surf guitar, dies at 81

Dale's blistering fast, reverb-heavy assault revolutionized rock guitar and anchored the movie 'Pulp Fiction.'

Switzerland

What music should you play for your cheeseboard?

Cheese, it turns out, is a big fan of hip hop.