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🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

El Carpazo, Festival of Ecuadorian Independent Music, Returns to Quito in April

The El Carpazo festival will return to Quito on April 11, uniting various Ecuadorian independent music artists for the first time in nine years.

Mar 21 • 00:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Fish Man releases 'Todo', the first preview of his new album

Sebastián Game, known as Hombre Pez, has released 'Todo', a new song accompanied by a humorous video, marking his latest contribution to the independent music scene in Ecuador.

Mar 17 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The musical bars Karma and La Deskomunal announce their closure in Barcelona

Two significant musical venues in Barcelona, Karma and La Deskomunal, have announced their impending closures, impacting the city's vibrant music scene.

Mar 12 • 18:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Spotify paid R$ 57 billion to music in 2025 and increased income for independent artists

Spotify reported paying over R$ 57 billion to the music industry in 2025, significantly benefiting independent artists.

Mar 11 • 07:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

An Impressive Concert of Lithuanian Stars "We Have Grown Up!" Resonates at Vilnius' "Twinsbet" Arena

The concert "We Have Grown Up!" held in Vilnius showcased notable Lithuanian artists and celebrated the musical history of independent Lithuania.

Mar 10 • 18:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

‘Party in the kitchen’: studio in the interior of SP unites electronic music and gastronomy and becomes a showcase for independent DJs

A professional studio in Presidente Prudente, Brazil, has transformed a typical kitchen into a vibrant venue for electronic music, showcasing independent DJs, in a unique celebration of both gastronomy and music.

Mar 9 • 10:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Already without Karina in the stage name, Buhr launches the album 'Feixe de fogo' in April

Karina Buhr is set to release her album 'Feixe de fogo' in April, having dropped 'Karina' from her stage name.

Mar 3 • 13:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The music festival Beseda will feature a rapper from London and punk musicians from New York

The Beseda festival in Tasov, Czechia, will host London's rapper Lady Lykez and the New York punk band Balaclava, alongside notable Czech acts.

Mar 2 • 10:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From MT to Lollapalooza: four bands from the state compete for a spot to play at the festival in SP

Four bands from Mato Grosso are competing for a chance to perform at São Paulo's Lollapalooza festival through a public voting process.

Feb 22 • 12:13 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

An independent project rescues the history of MTV and its clips

An independent project called MTV Rewind aims to preserve and celebrate the classic era of MTV and its music videos amidst concerns about the network's current programming direction.

Feb 22 • 03:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Maria Antonietta and Colombre, the happiest couple of the festival

Maria Antonietta and Colombre bring a fresh sound to the Sanremo Festival, advocating for the right to happiness for everyone.

Feb 21 • 04:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

"I don't go for what's in fashion": Dulce María presents new single amid her artistic transition through motherhood

Dulce María discusses her new single and the importance of artistic integrity over trends in the music industry.

Feb 19 • 21:47 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Federico Frusciante has died, farewell to the film critic and video store historian. He was 52 years old

Federico Frusciante, a renowned film and music critic, YouTuber, and video store historian from Livorno, has passed away at the age of 52, leaving a significant impact on his online followers and the independent film community.

Feb 15 • 22:14 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A New Scandalous Report Questions Kurt Cobain's Death: Was It Really Suicide?

A new independent analysis questions the circumstances surrounding Kurt Cobain's death, suggesting it may not have been a suicide as previously concluded.

Feb 15 • 09:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Courtney Love reappeared for the first time after the investigation that claimed Kurt Cobain's death was a "murder"

Courtney Love has made her first public appearance following an independent forensic report challenging the narrative of Kurt Cobain's 1994 suicide.

Feb 13 • 14:54 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Murder: The Death of Kurt Cobain? New Evidence Comes to Light

New independent research raises questions about the controversial circumstances surrounding Kurt Cobain's death, recalling the long-standing conspiracy theories regarding his suicide.

Feb 12 • 20:13 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Britney Spears signs historic deal

Pop star Britney Spears has sold the rights to her entire music catalog for approximately $200 million to the independent music publisher Primary Wave.

Feb 11 • 14:26 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Sanremo, Carlo Conti after the Pucci incident: 'I feel sorry for Andrea. He made a choice on his own'

Carlo Conti expresses regret over Andrea Pucci's withdrawal from the Sanremo Festival, emphasizing that it was Pucci's independent decision.

Feb 11 • 13:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

When and where to watch the first semifinal of the Benidorm Fest 2026

The Benidorm Fest 2026 begins its first semifinal on February 10, featuring 18 participants in a significant event independent of the Eurovision selection.

Feb 9 • 14:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Cultural Agenda: Rainha das Rainhas 2026, Gigio Boy, Dj Elison, carnival and more in PA

Belém is set to celebrate its diverse cultural programming, highlighting traditional and independent productions, including the Rainha das Rainhas 2026, major carnival events, and exhibitions.

Feb 6 • 11:52 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

"I like minors": Trump's favorite Kid Rock got in trouble due to an inappropriate song

Kid Rock faces sharp criticism as music fans have brought attention back to his 2001 song with inappropriate lyrics, according to Independent.

Feb 5 • 16:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Carla Cristina receives Pabllo Vittar in a carnival truck in Salvador

Singer Carla Cristina will host Pabllo Vittar as a guest in an independent truck, popularly known as 'pipoca', at the Salvador Carnival 2026.

Feb 4 • 20:52 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Óscar Lago and his artisanal album after playing for Rosalía: "I wanted to do it for myself and for those who might like it"

Óscar Lago shares his journey of creating an artisanal album, prioritizing personal fulfillment over commercial success, after performing for the famous artist Rosalía.

Jan 15 • 20:10 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

How Spotify is Culturally Erasing the Balkans

A new study by the Bulgarian association ANMIP reveals that Spotify's new royalty payment threshold, effective in 2024, adversely affects artists and independent publishers in smaller markets, threatening cultural erasure in Southeast Europe.

Jan 14 • 18:22 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Dogan demands clarification from Tomašević: Are Thompson's songs banned in Zagreb?

Independent representative Dina Dogan has officially questioned Zagreb City Assembly president Matej Mišić about the unclear and selective criteria for banning musical content in Zagreb, specifically in the context of recent events.

Jan 13 • 17:45 UTC

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