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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Campinas receives a tour in honor of Andre Matos with big names from Brazilian metal this Thursday

A concert honoring renowned Brazilian metal vocalist Andre Matos will take place in Campinas, featuring notable musicians and supporting charity through ticket sales.

Mar 11 • 14:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Unexpected duet: Ieva Narkutė and Merūnas Vitulskis convey an important message

Musicians Ieva Narkutė and Merūnas Vitulskis collaborate on a new song inspired by love for Lithuania, showcasing the rarity of their vocal pairing.

Mar 11 • 09:05 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

New albums: Harry Styles, Morrissey, Švihadlo, Jiří Schelinger, or Původní Bureš

The article discusses the latest album releases from various artists including Harry Styles, Morrissey, and several Czech musicians.

Mar 11 • 08:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Marta Minujín at Lollapalooza: "I connect better with musicians than with artists"

At 83 years old, Marta Minujín will showcase her inflatable sculptures at Lollapalooza Buenos Aires, drawing parallels between her artistic connections and the music world.

Mar 10 • 20:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

João Rock Festival announces Marina Sena, Detonautas, Armandinho, and more names

The João Rock Festival in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, has announced its first set of artists for the 2026 edition, including notable Brazilian musicians.

Mar 10 • 14:45 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Argentine Guitarist Day: 15 Great Songs by Pappo to Celebrate

On March 10, fans and musicians commemorate what would have been the 76th birthday of Argentine rock guitarist Norberto "Pappo" Napolitano, highlighting his influential work and extensive catalog of songs.

Mar 10 • 12:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Death of gospel singer after heart attack causes commotion

The unexpected death of gospel singer Gledson Costa has stirred emotional reactions on social media as tributes pour in from friends and fellow musicians.

Mar 10 • 12:33 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Arve Tellefsen denies concert stop

Arve Tellefsen clarifies that he has not decided to stop performing concerts, contrary to earlier reports suggesting this might be his last.

Mar 9 • 19:21 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Latvian musicians revive David Lynch's film music in their interpretation

Latvian musicians perform interpretations of film scores from David Lynch's works, highlighting their unique surrealism and emotional resonance.

Mar 9 • 15:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Texas lawmakers criticize ICE for detaining two teen mariachi musicians

Texas lawmakers have publicly criticized ICE for detaining two teenage mariachi musicians who gained national recognition after an invitation to Congress.

Mar 9 • 15:19 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Artificial Intelligence: Breathless Through the Data Soup

A court case in Munich explores whether AI-generated music can still be protected under copyright laws and the implications for human musicians.

Mar 9 • 15:18 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Voting begins for the 2026 "Musical Bank"

The 2026 "Musical Bank" voting season has commenced, showcasing strong competition among local musicians in Latvia.

Mar 9 • 06:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Festival in the East Zone will reward musicians and backstage professionals

The Raízes da Zona Leste festival in São Paulo aims to honor musicians and the behind-the-scenes workers in the music industry while offering professional training opportunities.

Mar 8 • 20:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria producing more entertainers than musicians— Babatunde Shosanya

Music educator Babatunde Shosanya expresses concern over Nigeria's music industry focusing more on entertainers than properly trained musicians.

Mar 8 • 00:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

TESTS ⟩ "Those who do not enjoy, become the same..." How well do you know Latvian songs?

The GAMMA music awards ceremony was held on March 5, honoring local musicians for their achievements in the past year and inviting readers to test their knowledge of popular songs.

Mar 6 • 22:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

"God's Jesters" and the Creators of Classicism from the Czech Republic - the International Marco Scacchi Early Music Festival Has Begun

The Marco Scacchi Early Music Festival in Lithuania highlights the works of composer M. Scacchi and various contemporary musicians across a broad historical range, starting with the music of the Middle Ages.

Mar 6 • 19:32 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Chamber Concert at the Erding Museum: The Art of Emotion through Fine Quartet Arrangement

A chamber concert featuring local musicians at the Erding Museum is set for Easter Monday, showcasing emotional musical works.

Mar 6 • 16:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

13 years without Chorão: fans, musicians, and Santos FC pay tribute to the lead singer of Charlie Brown Jr.

Thirteen years after the death of Alexandre Magno Abrão, known as Chorão, tributes are pouring in from fans, musicians, and Santos FC.

Mar 6 • 16:01 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO ⟩ "GAMMAs" Red Carpet Conversations: STIRNA and Fiņķis

The 'GAMMA' music awards ceremony took place on March 5 at 'Xiaomi Arena' in Riga, showcasing the talents and experiences of musicians and recognizing 31 winners in various categories.

Mar 6 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

"Two years ago, I was homeless..." The most striking quotes from the "GAMMA" award ceremony that left no one indifferent

The GAMMA music awards ceremony held on March 5 recognized musicians and industry professionals who have significantly contributed to the development of Latvian music, featuring memorable quotes from the event.

Mar 6 • 10:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Simone and Francis Hime prepare joint show with debut scheduled for May

The Brazilian musicians Simone and Francis Hime are set to collaborate on a new show, with its premiere expected in May, celebrating their artistic connection built over nearly 50 years.

Mar 6 • 03:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

It’s Still Carnival in Brazil: Mestre Ciça Attends Off-season Party in Uruguaiana

A major off-season carnival event in Brazil is taking place in Uruguaiana, featuring a prominent carnival figure, Mestre Ciça, and attracting thousands of attendees and musicians.

Mar 6 • 03:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

FIND YOURSELF! ⟩ Music awards "GAMMA" ceremony features true style gems alongside bright stars

The "GAMMA" music awards ceremony, held in the Xiaomi Arena, celebrated local musicians and industry representatives with performances from several prominent artists.

Mar 5 • 18:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Festival Delas celebrates female protagonism in music in Nova Friburgo

The Festival Delas, celebrating female musicians and coinciding with International Women's Day, will take place in Nova Friburgo, Brazil, featuring local artists over the weekend.

Mar 5 • 15:38 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Concert in Dorfen: Italo-Rock Melange Against Macho Power Plays

The Dorfen cultural center celebrates International Women's Day with a concert by the all-female band Principess, who use their music to challenge male dominance and mansplaining.

Mar 5 • 15:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

2026 Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival: A Venue for Asian Music Exchange

The 2026 Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival will take place from July 31 to August 2, aimed at fostering exchanges among musicians and industry professionals in the Asian music market.

Mar 5 • 05:23 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

PODCAST "GAMMA ACADEMY" ⟩ #11: Musician and Media: Interaction and Survival in the Digital Environment

The latest episode of the podcast "Gamma Academy" discusses the relationship between musicians and media in the digital age and how they manage to survive and thrive amidst challenges.

Mar 4 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Harry Styles speaks about Liam Payne ahead of his fourth album release: 'It's very difficult to lose a friend'

Harry Styles reflects on the impact of Liam Payne's death on his perspective of life in a recent interview.

Mar 4 • 22:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Classical Music: New Concert Series Promises World-Class Level in Dachau

The new concert series 'Mittendrin' in Dachau aims to present classical music at a world-class level, featuring renowned musicians in an intimate setting.

Mar 4 • 12:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Musicians question politicians

The event in Tallinn brings together key figures in the Estonian music industry and politicians to discuss pressing issues.

Mar 4 • 07:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Xania Monet sings, but she doesn't exist: why more than a million listeners don't care

The rise of AI-generated artist Xania Monet, who has topped charts and gained millions of streams, raises questions about the acceptance of artificial musicians in the music industry.

Mar 4 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Grammy winning music legend dies aged 83 as tributes pour in

Grammy-winning blues artist John Hammond has passed away at 83, prompting heartfelt tributes from fellow musicians.

Mar 3 • 19:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Conservatory of Tatuí opens vacancies for music and performing arts courses; see how to enroll

The Conservatory of Tatuí is offering 69 vacancies in its new specialization courses in choro and historical performance for intermediate and advanced level musicians.

Mar 3 • 15:06 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Why does nobody cover Miguel Mateos? A mystery of rock that some musicians try to explain

The article discusses the indifference towards Miguel Mateos in the Argentine rock music scene, highlighting his lack of collaborations and recognition from peers.

Mar 3 • 13:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Sad news about Matin and Teppo's businesses

MTR Music Oy, owned by Finnish musicians Matin and Teppo, reported a loss of 6,090 euros for the fiscal year despite suggesting dividend payments to shareholders.

Mar 3 • 12:49 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

From Plunge to the Biggest Arenas: The Symphony Orchestra That Lithuania Is Talking About

The Plunge cultural center's symphony orchestra, led by Ieva Lygnugarienė and Paulius Lygnugaris, is on an ambitious tour featuring a large ensemble including 48 musicians and 40 choir singers, showcasing its growth and dedication over the past decade.

Mar 3 • 09:58 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Livestage.Youth winner Feach: We will fix the tooth with the prize money

The LiveStage.Youth competition showcases young musicians, providing them with performance experience and industry contacts, culminating in the selection of three finalists.

Mar 2 • 16:50 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Shaping Saskatchewan: Sheldon Dingwall

Sheldon Dingwall, CEO of Dingwall Guitars, has been a significant figure in the bass guitar industry for nearly 40 years, connecting musicians globally through his high-end guitars made in Saskatchewan.

Mar 2 • 13:42 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

LOOKING IN ⟩ Evening atmosphere before the 'Great Kristaps' awards: creative chic with a hint of spring awaiting

The 'Great Kristaps' awards ceremony took place at the Riga Congress Center, celebrating the achievements of Latvian filmmakers and featuring performances from musicians and young actors.

Mar 2 • 13:39 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Politicians are immersed in music

A focus day for the Estonian music market is set to take place in Tallinn, gathering key stakeholders, including politicians, musicians, and entrepreneurs.

Mar 2 • 11:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Len Garry dead: The Quarrymen icon dies as tributes to former Beatles bandmate pour in

Len Garry, a member of The Quarrymen and former bandmate of John Lennon and Paul McCartney, has died at the age of 84, prompting tributes from fans and fellow musicians.

Mar 2 • 10:50 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

IFSP opens slots for symphonic band with options for saxophone, horn, and clarinet; see how to participate

The Federal Institute of São Paulo (IFSP) is accepting registrations for its Symphonic Band at the Itapetininga campus, welcoming musicians of all skill levels.

Mar 1 • 17:36 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazilians partner with Korean artists and enter the world of K-pop

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

Mar 1 • 10:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Buskers at Australian championships showcase why live is best

Musicians showcased their talents at the Australian National Busking Championships in Stanthorpe, Queensland, highlighting the unique benefits of live performances.

Mar 1 • 00:09 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Political Statement from Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen - Turmoil on Social Media

Musicians Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen oppose Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest, stirring heated discussions on social media.

Feb 28 • 15:12 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

AFTERMATHS ⟩ "I managed to send him song lyrics yesterday..." Relatives remember the legendary guitarist

The article mourns the passing of legendary Estonian guitarist Viktor Vassiljev and features heartfelt tributes from fellow musicians who remembered his talent and humor.

Feb 28 • 10:55 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Celebrate with us, friends of Ďuro Černý said during the unveiling of the memorial plaque. They believe a musicians' alley will be created there

A memorial plaque has been unveiled in Bratislava's Račianske mýto park in honor of musician Ďuro Černý, attended by friends and fellow musicians.

Feb 27 • 11:33 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

TESTS: Who is Composer George Crumb and What Hypnotizes Latvians in His Cosmic Scores?

The article explores the impact and significance of American composer George Crumb's avant-garde music in Latvia, highlighting its unique appeal and connection to local musicians.

Feb 27 • 10:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Artificial intelligence platform for music creation raises both excitement and concerns

A new artificial intelligence music creation platform has gained over 100 million users, igniting discussions about its potential and threats to traditional musicians.

Feb 27 • 05:03 UTC

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