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Music legend Quincy Jones dies aged 91

Quincy Jones, the music producer and composer who worked with Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra and Ray Charles, has died at the age of 91.

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Release of posthumous Liam Payne song postponed

Liam Payne producer Sam Pounds has postponed the posthumous Liam Payne single ‘Do No Wrong’ until he gets the family’s blessing.

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Liam Payne’s first posthumous song, 'Do No Wrong', coming this week

It didn’t take long, but Liam Payne’s first posthumous song will be released at the end of this week.

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Kate Bush ‘very keen’ to work on new album

The iconic and elusive British artist has said in a recent interview that she has "lots of ideas" and is "really looking forward to getting back into that creative space."

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Historic music store under threat in rapidly-changing Barcelona

A 140-year-old music store in Barcelona’s iconic Las Ramblas, preserves a vast archive of music scores across genres. Despite the rise of digital platforms and nearby closures, the store endures, though its future remains uncertain.

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Tributes pour in for Liam Payne as Argentine authorities probe death

Liam Payne, 31, fell from the third floor of the Casa Sur Hotel in the Palermo neighbourhood of Argentina's capital. Medics confirmed his death on the spot. Argentine authorities are probing what happened before Payne's fatal fall.

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No Comment: Fans hold vigil for Liam Payne in Buenos Aires

Former One Direction singer Liam Payne, 31, whose chart-topping British boy band generated a global following of swooning fans, was found dead Wednesday after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, local officials said.

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Former One Direction star Liam Payne dies after falling from balcony

Liam Payne, a core member of the chart-topping British boy band One Direction, was reported by staff at the hotel to be under the influence of drugs and alcohol.

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Does Charli XCX’s retooled 'Brat' break the remix album curse?

Two members of the Euronews Culture team share their takes. One isn't a fan of remix albums; the other ascertains whether Charli XCX's new remix album is worth it and not just another cash grab.

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Album anniversaries: Three records to celebrate in October 2024

From socially conscious hip-hop to one of the most famous (and missed) Irish rock bands, via a raucous surprise from music's iconic Dadaist, here's our pick of the three albums celebrating a major anniversary this month.

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Watch: Robbie Williams is a CGI monkey in upcoming biopic 'Better Man'

Robbie Williams on the big screen... As a monkey?? What's going on?

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UK Eurovision winner dies aged 77

The singer and songwriter Martin Lee was best known for his work as part of the pop group Brotherhood Of Man, which won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1976.

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Three artists on the comeback trail: Manu Chao, Jamie xx & Katy Perry

Manu Chao is back after 17 years since his last studio effort. Jamie xx took nine years to follow up his stunning debut ‘In Colour’. Katy Perry releases her seventh album after the critical and commercial flop of ‘Smile’ in 2020. All are on the hunt for a comeback. Who succeeds?

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Miley Cyrus is being sued for allegedly copying a Bruno Mars song

The lawsuit claims that her Grammy-winning hit copies lyrical and melodic elements from Bruno Mars' 2013 song 'When I Was Your Man'.

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Kazakh superstar Dimash on music, heritage, and World Nomad Games

In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Dimash discusses his unique fusion of classical, Kazakh and contemporary music, and his mission to spread his "country’s culture, songs, and traditional music to the world."

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Jackson 5 founding member Tito Jackson dies aged 70

Tito Jackson, founding Member of the Jackson 5 and brother of the late Michael Jackson, has died.

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From Chappell Roan to Tyla: The best dressed celebs at VMAs 2024

The star-studded 40th VMAs were held at UBS Arena on Long Island.

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Women dominate VMAs 2024 with Taylor Swift and Chappell Roan triumphs

Taylor Swift dominated this year's VMAs, winning seven awards, including Artist of the Year and Video of the Year, while rising star Chappell Roan claimed the coveted Best New Artist prize.

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Everything you need to know about the MTV Video Music Awards

The MTV Video Music Awards are set for tonight, with Taylor Swift leading the nominations and potentially making history as the most-awarded artist ever.

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Mama Mia! Here we go again: ABBA ask Trump to stop using their songs

Swedish supergroup ABBA are the latest in a long line of musicians requesting Donald Trump stop using their music in his presidential campaign.