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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Billy Idol overdosed on heroin before Top Of The Pops then came huge turning point

Billy Idol reveals how a heroin overdose nearly derailed his music career before he found success with his iconic appearance on 'Top of the Pops.'

Mar 4 • 18:41 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

War in Iran: The White House Releases a Video of Its Operations Against the Regime... Set to the Sound of the Macarena

The White House has posted a video on Instagram showcasing its military operations in Iran, featuring an upbeat remix of the iconic 1990s song 'Macarena' as the background music.

Mar 4 • 13:47 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Legendary electronics group 'GusGus' returns to Vilnius

The iconic electronic music group GusGus, known for their blend of various genres and innovative sound, is set to perform in Vilnius after over thirty years of existence.

Mar 4 • 09:57 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Bollywood Movies Started Singing Holi Songs as Soon as They Heard the Voice, but These Songs Have Now Been Lost!

As Holi approaches, the search for Bollywood's iconic Holi songs begins, but many of the earliest film songs have been forgotten and misidentified in today's culture.

Mar 3 • 12:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Singer Raye honoured with an iconic blue plaque on London pub

Raye, a successful singer from London, has been honored with a blue plaque at a pub in her hometown to commemorate her contributions to music.

Mar 3 • 11:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'João do Caminhão': Cover band of Mamonas Assassinas pays tribute with shows full of references: 'a joke that worked', says the vocalist

A cover band from Itapetininga, SP pays tribute to the legacy of the iconic Brazilian band Mamonas Assassinas, marking 30 years since the tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of its members.

Mar 2 • 10:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Iconic 70s band unrecognisable 4 decades later amid stunning comeback

The iconic 70s band, The Wurzels, celebrates their 50th anniversary of their hit 'The Combine Harvester' while still performing today, albeit with a changed appearance after four decades.

Mar 2 • 08:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Jean-Michel Jarre: The wizard of electronic music is coming to Athens

Jean-Michel Jarre, an iconic pioneer of electronic music, is set to perform in Athens as part of the Release Athens x SNF Nostos 2026 event.

Mar 2 • 07:01 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Shakira's Concert in Zócalo LIVE 2026: What time is today's FREE show and how to get there?

Shakira is set to perform a free concert at the Zócalo in Mexico City on March 1, 2026, marking a significant return to the iconic venue after nearly two decades.

Mar 1 • 12:00 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Björk and Rosalía garnered significant attention at the Brit Awards

The performance of iconic artists Björk and Rosalía captivated audiences at the prestigious Brit Awards.

Mar 1 • 01:28 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Morat releases a new version of 'Tu Cárcel', a classic by Los Bukis

Colombian band Morat has released a new version of the iconic song 'Tu Cárcel', originally by Mexican group Los Bukis, marking a significant moment in their musical journey following their first Latin Grammy win.

Feb 28 • 21:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The iconic singer Neil Sedaka has died

American singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his classic rock and roll hits, has passed away at the age of 86.

Feb 28 • 12:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Neil Sedaka, iconic 1960s pop singer and songwriter, dies at 86

American pop singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86 in the United States.

Feb 28 • 00:50 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Director Baz Luhrmann Unearths New Footage of Elvis and Dismantles the Myth of the Cheap Entertainer

Baz Luhrmann's new documentary offers a fresh perspective on Elvis Presley, utilizing previously unseen archival footage to portray the iconic performer in a more complex light.

Feb 27 • 19:10 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Cristina D’Avena at the Festival with the Dolls of Rags: her 10 songs that made history

Cristina D’Avena performs alongside the band Bambole di Pezza at the Ariston Theatre, celebrating her iconic music that has defined generations in Italy.

Feb 27 • 17:49 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Quincy Jones, Michael Jackson's producer, lived secretly with illness: Cause of death revealed

Iconic musician Quincy Jones passed away from pancreatic cancer at the age of 91, after battling health issues for several years.

Feb 27 • 02:20 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Iconic Calgary cookhouse and dance hall will be relocating in 2027

Calgary’s Ranchman’s Cookhouse & Dancehall, a country music venue, is set to relocate in 2027 due to property redevelopment plans.

Feb 26 • 20:14 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

"Cher Show" at the German Theater: A Pop Time Travel with the Triple Cher

The "Cher Show" at the German Theater is a tribute to the iconic pop artist Cher, who turns 80 this year, featuring hits from her career.

Feb 26 • 14:48 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Ariston Sparkles Again but it is a Dull Jewel

The Sanremo Music Festival struggles to captivate audiences in its first edition without iconic host Pippo Baudo.

Feb 26 • 04:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

Elvis could take anyone's breath away. He still can.

The article reflects on the cultural impact of Elvis Presley and his iconic 1973 satellite concert 'Aloha from Hawaii'.

Feb 25 • 20:04 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Wu-Tang Clan member Oliver 'Power' Grant (52) has died

Oliver 'Power' Grant, a member of the iconic hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan, has passed away at the age of 52.

Feb 25 • 18:35 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The band Faith No More has ended

The iconic band Faith No More has officially disbanded, marking the end of their influential music career.

Feb 25 • 13:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Mill from iconic 1990s music video now on sale for just £50,000

A historic silk mill featured in the 1991 music video for 'Everything I Do' is currently for sale in Somerset for £50,000.

Feb 25 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Baz Luhrmann returns to Elvis Presley but this time the king speaks: 'I have come to know that vulnerable and empathetic man'

Baz Luhrmann's new film 'EPiC' presents unseen footage and explores the more vulnerable side of Elvis Presley during his iconic Las Vegas concerts in 1970.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Queen Returns to the Throne with the Masterpiece "Queen II"

The iconic album 'Queen II' by the legendary rock band Queen, originally released in 1974, has been remixed and expanded in a new box set to celebrate its impact and legacy.

Feb 24 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Sunshine Coast live-music venue Solbar to shut down after more than 20 years

The Solbar, an iconic live music venue on the Sunshine Coast, will close permanently after more than two decades of supporting local and touring artists.

Feb 23 • 22:53 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Who are the 10 singers participating in the Festival for the first time

Ten artists will make their debut at the Sanremo Festival 2026, an iconic event in Italian music history.

Feb 23 • 21:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Legendary Captain Kirk actor William Shatner is preparing a heavy metal album at the brink of ninety-five

William Shatner, the iconic actor known for his role as Captain Kirk, is set to release a heavy metal album as he approaches his ninety-fifth birthday.

Feb 23 • 16:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bebel Gilberto sings Cazuza in concert with orchestra 40 years after becoming a partner of the artist in two hits

Bebel Gilberto will perform in a symphonic concert celebrating Cazuza's music on March 2 in São Paulo, marking 40 years since she partnered with him on iconic songs.

Feb 23 • 13:43 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Two hours of hits after four years of waiting: Montaner returned, sang with family, and reaffirmed the romantic throne

Ricardo Montaner, the iconic Argentine-Venezuelan artist, returned to the stage after four years, captivating over 40,000 fans with his timeless romantic songs and maintaining his artistic identity amidst contemporary pressures.

Feb 23 • 09:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Singer legends are going on tour - One's participation is being discussed

A group of iconic Finnish singers is embarking on a major tour across 15 cities, sparking discussions about the inclusion of one less familiar singer, Anja Niskanen.

Feb 22 • 18:37 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Rock legend Charlie Watts' house is for sale. Fans of The Rolling Stones must have 76 million crowns

The house of legendary Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts is now on the market for 76 million crowns, drawing interest from fans of the iconic band.

Feb 22 • 07:02 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Willie Colón, legendary salsa singer, dies at 75: What happened to the 'Malo del Bronx'?

Willie Colón, the iconic trombonist and salsa singer, passed away at the age of 75 after health complications.

Feb 21 • 17:20 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

How a Belgian techno producer with some old synthesizers has reimagined Terminator 2

Belgian techno producer Peter van Hoesen has reimagined the iconic score of Terminator 2: Judgment Day for a new live performance in Australia.

Feb 21 • 03:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Abbey Road is opening its doors for a rave: 'There's something about this place - hopefully we don't ruin it'

Abbey Road Studios is hosting its first-ever rave event, curated by electronic music duo Soulwax, allowing fans to experience the iconic venue in a new light.

Feb 21 • 00:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Angela Maria's last great success resonates, after 50 years, with the entry of the soap opera 'Duas vidas' on Globoplay

Angela Maria's iconic song 'Vá, mas volte' gains renewed attention as the classic soap opera 'Duas vidas' is added to Globoplay.

Feb 19 • 22:28 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Casa Paquita for sale: the son of Paquita la del Barrio seeks to sell the iconic cantabar

The son of the late Mexican singer Paquita la del Barrio is looking to sell the iconic cantabar, Casa Paquita, sparking discussions about her legacy.

Feb 19 • 21:10 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Paul McCartney tries to escape The Beatles in Man On The Run

The article explores Paul McCartney's life and career after The Beatles, detailing his transition and challenges following the iconic band's breakup.

Feb 19 • 18:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Book dismantles music myths and humanizes rock gods

A new book titled "Sustaining the Note: Musical Profiles" by David Remnick offers short biographies of iconic music artists, challenging traditional myths surrounding them.

Feb 19 • 11:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Taha Al-Feshni: Master of Tawasih in Egypt and an Iconic Voice Welcoming Ramadan

Taha Al-Feshni, born in 1900 in Egypt, is celebrated for his significant contributions to religious choral recitations and continues to have a profound cultural impact during Ramadan.

Feb 19 • 06:05 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

The Flaming Lips return to Mexico City; date, venue, and tickets to see the psychedelic rock band

The iconic psychedelic rock band The Flaming Lips will be performing again in Mexico City, adding to the city's already vibrant concert lineup.

Feb 18 • 22:53 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

British pop icons become the main attraction at Heartland

The iconic British pop band Duran Duran will headline this year's Heartland Festival at Egeskov Castle in Denmark.

Feb 18 • 07:36 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Pitbull will attempt to break a Guinness record at his concert in London by gathering fans dressed in his iconic bald look

Pitbull plans to break a Guinness World Record at his concert in London by gathering fans wearing bald caps to celebrate his signature style.

Feb 17 • 17:07 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Billy Steinberg, composer of 'Like a Virgin' and 'True Colors', the anthems of Madonna and Cyndi Lauper that marked the 80s

Billy Steinberg, the Grammy-winning composer behind iconic 80s songs like 'Like a Virgin' and 'True Colors', has passed away at 75 in Los Angeles.

Feb 17 • 15:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The 1980s hitmaker, who was also the author of Madonna's biggest hit, has died

Billy Steinberg, the renowned songwriter known for iconic 1980s and 1990s hits, has passed away at the age of 74 after a long battle with cancer.

Feb 17 • 11:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Billy Steinberg, composer of great music stars and author of Like a Virgin by Madonna, dies

Billy Steinberg, renowned composer of the 1980s and 1990s, has passed away at 75 after a battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of iconic songs including Madonna's 'Like a Virgin.'

Feb 17 • 07:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Billy Steinberg, composer of 'Like a Virgin', dies at 75

Billy Steinberg, renowned composer of iconic hits, has passed away at the age of 75 after battling cancer.

Feb 17 • 01:23 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Cosquín Rock 2026, how was the second day: Fito Páez, Divididos and Airbag at the forefront of a day of tributes

Cosquín Rock 2026 concluded its second day featuring performances from Fito Páez, Divididos, and Airbag, amidst tributes to iconic Argentine musician Charly García.

Feb 16 • 13:06 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Nearly naked dancers and wild rhythms. The Carnival in Rio officially started

The Rio Carnival has officially commenced with vibrant displays featuring nearly naked dancers and lively music, signaling the return of this iconic celebration.

Feb 16 • 12:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Heartbeat fans are only now learning who sings iconic show's theme tune decades later

Fans of the classic UK show Heartbeat are discovering decades later that they don't know the singer of its beloved theme tune.

Feb 16 • 10:38 UTC

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