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Rare and iconic instruments on sale at Sotheby’s pop culture auction

“The selection of significant and rare works will showcase the cultural and artistic reach of genres including Rock, Pop, Metal and Britpop," the auction house says.

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Chappell Roan calls out 'creepy behaviour' from fans

The 'Good Luck, Babe!' singer spoke of 'harassment' and 'stalking' in two videos posted to TikTok.

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TikTok's 'Songs Of The Summer 2024' - Did your favourite song make it?

The video sharing app has unveiled its 'Songs Of The Summer 2024' - ranked by total creations over Summer 2024 on the platform. Who made the top spots on the global and UK lists?

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Study reveals when to strategically pee during a Taylor Swift concert

As the long awaited Eras Tour hits London, her fans are busy picking out their outfits and memorising the song lyrics - but one thing they shouldn’t forget is to plan for those crucial bathroom breaks.

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What is on Barack Obama's summer 2024 playlist?

Barack Obama’s years-long tradition of sharing lists of his favorite music and movies twice a year continues. Here’s what the former POTUS is currently listening to...

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Taylor Swift and Post Malone lead MTV Video Music Awards nominations

Taylor Swift's reign of supremacy and world domination shows no signs of slowing down, after picking up the most nominations for this year's MTV Video Music Awards.

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Ranking The Smashing Pumpkins albums from worst to best

With the release of The Smashing Pumpkins' 'Aghori Mhori Mei', their thirteenth LP, we explore where their newest effort ranks in their discography.

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Here are the best albums of 2024... So far

How many have you heard? And do you agree with our first-half of 2024 ranking?

Lifestyle

Soundtrack to victory: The ultimate Olympics playlist for Paris 2024

Need the perfect soundtrack for your Olympic-themed party or just some tunes to get you pumped for the Games? We've got you covered!

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Katy Perry’s ‘Woman’s World’: Anatomy of a faux-feminist failure

Katy Perry’s long-awaited return to music is here, four years after her last album 'Smile'. And some of us wish she’d not quit her day job on American Idol. Here's why.

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Glastonbury Festival 2024: Mixing pop and politics makes a heady brew

From Shania Twain to SZA, the final day of the Glastonbury Festival was full of verve and vigour but not all the stars shined. Jonny Walfisz braved the long day and stayed up all night to see Worthy Farm close for another year.

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Glastonbury Festival: A day and night to remember for the ages

Dua Lipa astonishes, Marina Abramović silences, and a massive ejaculating rabbit. Everything we seen so far at Glastonbury.

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A hot and sweaty start: What we learnt arriving at Glastonbury 2024

Euronews Culture journalist Jonny Walfisz is on the scene at Glastonbury to experience the highs and lows of the UK's most impressive and arguably famous music festival. Whether you're on your way there or not, follow our essential guide to what's happening on the ground.

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Mamma Mia no more? ABBA may never appear in public again

ABBA star Björn Ulvaeus admits it might all be over when it comes to the band being together publicly. However, emerging technology – much like their touring digital avatars in the ABBA Voyage show – may be the way forward for fans of the Swedish pop icons.

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The defining songs you might hear at the Euro 2024 matches

Euronews Culture has listened to the best contenders for songs you might hear in German stadiums during the 2024 European football Championships.

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Why R.E.M. performing live again is such a big deal

R.E.M. took to the stage at the 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame induction ceremony to perform an acoustic rendition of their hit ‘Losing My Religion’.

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Sultry sounds: Study reveals what music people prefer during sex

What is the most popular music genre in the bedroom? Who's the most popular artist when it comes to getting in the mood? And how many people have admitted to wearing AirPods during sex? All is revealed.

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Charli XCX's 'Brat': Euronews Culture's verdict

Euronews Culture delivers its verdict on Charli XCX's sixth album 'Brat', a masterful attempt to recreate a night out in 15 tracks.

Art

London's 180 Studios presents spellbinding fusion of art and sound

'Reverb', presented by 180 Studios and The Vinyl Factory, is a groundbreaking multimedia exhibition that highlights the synergy between art and sound, featuring works by Theaster Gates, Es Devlin, Virgil Abloh, and more.

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ABBA made Swedish knights for contribution to world culture

By royal appointment, the Swedish supergroup ABBA have finally received recognition for their musical contribution to Sweden and international culture with a knighthood for their pop career that started at Eurovision.