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Ana Castela cements her legacy in sertanejo music through the release of the live album 'Herança boiadeira' and its vintage repertoire featuring renowned artists.

Actor Jukka Rasila critiques the Finnish government for cuts in arts funding, which he believes are detrimental to the industry and young artists' futures.

March features a vibrant lineup of rap shows in São Paulo, showcasing rising female artists and established names.

The Sanremo Festival is seen as an isolated bubble amidst global turmoil, with artists criticizing the US while ignoring the authoritarian regime in Iran.

Sal Da Vinci won the Sanremo 2026 Festival, with significant audience numbers and notable performances by other artists.

Brazilian artists are increasingly collaborating with South Korean pop musicians, marking a significant entry into the K-pop scene.

Gulf celebrities and artists have expressed their solidarity and concern over recent Iranian attacks in the region through social media posts.

The discussion centers on whether the notion of the struggling artist tied to anxiety and emotional instability is a valid experience or simply a myth.

The performance by top Finnish rappers at the UMK final received mixed reactions, particularly regarding their choice of clothing.

Six young artists held a unique collective exhibition titled 'New Round' at the Gallery Park Young in the Paju Publishing Complex.

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

The Goya Awards featured performances that highlighted flamenco while lacking memorable moments due to the absence of more established artists.

An art exhibition with donations from notable Australian artists has secured the future of a community centre in Illawarra, NSW.

Think Tanger, a collective of artists, architects, entrepreneurs, and researchers, celebrates its ten-year anniversary, focusing on urban transformation in Tangier.

The Aposta Psica initiative showcases new musical talents from the Brazilian Amazon during the Motins festival in Belém.

Susan Sarandon, while receiving the Goya International Award in Barcelona, expressed her admiration for Spanish artists and the country's president, reflecting on the moral clarity she perceives in their work amidst global violence and cruelty.

The Golden Microphone awards ceremony in Latvia honored various artists across 20 music categories, highlighting significant contributions to the music scene.

The final evening of the Sanremo Music Festival will determine the winner among 30 competing artists, featuring hosts Carlo Conti and Laura Pausini, and special guest Andrea Bocelli.

Uberaba is celebrating its 206th anniversary with a series of free cultural and sports events for residents over the weekend.

The final evening of the 76th Sanremo Festival is set, with all thirty competing artists returning to perform once more, and hints of a leadership change for the following year.

The 'Povo Festeiro' event kicks off the Caprichoso season in Manaus, featuring cultural immersion and performances from renowned artists.

The 'Frestas' Triennial of Arts in Sorocaba showcases local artists alongside notable names in Brazilian art, challenging the dominance of São Paulo.

Finnish artists participating in the Uuden musiikin kilpailu (UMK) have given definitive answers about their willingness to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest.

The final of the Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu (UMK) takes place today, featuring various artists competing for a chance to represent Finland.

Laura Pausini reflects on her impactful presence at the Sanremo Music Festival, emphasizing emotional connections made during her co-hosting role despite not competing.

Kai Thomas Larsen, known as Skrellex, expressed that the hostility faced by MGP artists has significantly worsened in today's world.

The selection of Finland's Eurovision representative took place in Tampere, showcasing the performances of seven artists competing in UMK.

A free exhibition called 'Coexistir Coabitar' in downtown Rio showcases works by artists who have exited the prison system, highlighting narratives often overlooked in conventional art spaces.

Theater artists in Czechia have called on the Minister of Culture to refrain from attacks on their sector amidst ongoing challenges.

The musical marathon of Sanremo is nearing its end, with the final night set for the thirty competing artists to perform again.

The final evening of Sanremo 2026 is set for February 27, featuring all thirty competing Big artists and guest Andrea Bocelli.

The column discusses the divide among authors and artists in Finnish cultural discourse, as highlighted by a recent incident involving dismissive comments about a fellow author.

The Persian Gulf region is emerging as a dynamic hub for art, attracting artists and curators, including many from Spain, despite its lack of freedoms.

The 45th edition of Arco, taking place in Madrid from March 4 to 8, focuses on artistic creation in the year 2045, with artists and experts envisioning a more diverse and stable sector.

During the Sanremo 2026 festival, Gianluca Grignani made a pointed remark towards Laura Pausini after their duet performance, referencing previous tensions between the two artists.

The Adelaide Biennial 2026 focuses on how artists can challenge societal norms and political boundaries through the medium of sculpture.

Documents found at the hideout of cartel leader ‘El Mencho’ reveal that he sponsored the carnival in Autlán de Navarro, Jalisco, featuring prominent regional artists.

The FantaSanremo event's cover night brings excitement as artists perform duets, impacting scores for participants in the fantasy game.

Pupillo, a renowned drummer and composer from Pernambuco, is set to release his debut solo album, which blends various musical styles and features several guest artists.

The Metropolis of Chania and Apokoronas warns of con artists soliciting money under the guise of charity, claiming to be clergy from the Metropolis.

The death of Darío Lopérfido in Madrid has sparked significant tributes on social media from politicians, cultural figures, and artists, who praised his intelligence, bravery, and integrity.

The Cap Roig Festival in Calella de Palafrugell will host performances by various artists including Bryan Adams and Rick Astley from July 3 to August 18, 2026.

The fourth night of the Sanremo Festival features performances of cover songs by all thirty competing artists alongside various guest stars.

The Puebla Fair 2026, featuring free concerts from national and international artists, will showcase renowned acts including Belinda and Los Tigres del Norte.

The highly anticipated evening of duets and cover songs at the Sanremo Festival is set to take place, featuring all 30 competing artists performing with guest artists.

The Queremos! Festival will feature Zeca Veloso, Soul II Soul, and Fernanda Abreu among other artists in its 2026 edition in Rio de Janeiro.

Ángela Aguilar and Christian Nodal attended the Latin Grammys, where Aguilar won the 'Woman of the Year' award and both artists showcased their happiness on the red carpet.

The Buenos Aires Philharmonic Orchestra marks its 80th anniversary with a series of concerts that includes in-house performances and collaborations with renowned artists, reaffirming its commitment to contemporary music.

The cover night at the Sanremo festival features thirty competing artists performing alongside their guests, singing classic Italian and international hits, with public voting determining the night's winner.

The UMK final is approaching with various artists set to perform, and voting is open until February 27th at 9 PM.