Now playing Next Culture news Spotify fights back against proposed France tax Music stakeholders in France support the proposed tax which is meant to fund investment in the industry. 14/12/2023
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Now playing Next Culture news Cultural digest: The best things to see and do in Europe this week Lyon in lights, Timothée Chalamet's 'Wonka', Nicki Minaj's birthday album and dogs with jobs - here's what to enjoy in Europe this week. 08/12/2023
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Now playing Next Culture news Spotify to cut 17% of its workforce despite turning profit Spotify chief executive Daniel Ek has said he made the “difficult” decision as economic growth has “slowed dramatically”... despite turning a profit of €65m for the September-November quarter. 04/12/2023
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Now playing Next Culture news Compilation glory: 40 years of 'Now That's What I Call Music' It’s the world’s best-selling compilation album and it celebrated its 40th anniversary this week... 02/12/2023
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Now playing Next Culture news Iran sends hip-hop artist who rapped about hijab protests back to jail Iranian rapper Toomaj Salehi was previously charged with "corruption on Earth" and was released from prison two weeks ago after more than a year in custody. 01/12/2023
Now playing Next Lifestyle ChatGPT turns one: The birthday threatening culture and creativity 2023 has seen some of the biggest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence. The readily available ChatGPT is leading the charge. A year after its launch, what has been its impact on culture and the creative world? And should artists be afraid? 30/11/2023
Now playing Next Culture news 'Fairytale of New York' singer Shane MacGowan dies aged 65 The charismatic folk hero and frontman of The Pogues will always be remembered for his bittersweet Christmas classic "Fairytale Of New York", featuring the late Kirsty MacColl. 30/11/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Spotify Wrapped 2023: World's most streamed artists and songs revealed The 2023 edition of Spotify Wrapped reveals this year's most streamed artists, songs and albums. Which ones have you been listening to? 29/11/2023