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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Bob Power dead: Music icon dies aged 74 as stars pay tribute

Music producer and icon Bob Power has passed away at the age of 74, prompting tributes from across the industry.

Mar 3 • 16:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Brit Awards 2026 best red carpet looks as Ashley Roberts and Love Island stars wow

The Brit Awards 2026, held in Manchester for the first time, showcased stunning red carpet looks from stars including Ashley Roberts and celebrities from Love Island.

Feb 28 • 17:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Brit Awards 2026 LIVE: Wildest moments and ceremony air time as stars glam up for red carpet

The 2026 Brit Awards are taking place in Manchester, showcasing performances and red carpet appearances from various music stars.

Feb 28 • 16:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The singer's participation in the legends tour raised eyebrows - Now a clear response has come

Singer Anja Niskanen's inclusion in the upcoming Five Stars tour has sparked curiosity and skepticism on social media.

Feb 28 • 06:23 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The fourth evening of the festival begins: it's cover night

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

Feb 27 • 18:53 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Avs and 5 Stars now also attack Mogol. Piantedosi: 'Instrumental polemic'

The use of a Fire Department helicopter to transport famous Italian lyricist Mogol has sparked a heated public backlash and accusations of misusing public resources.

Feb 27 • 14:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

I'm a vocal coach - here's why this year's Brit Awards stars will be nervous this year

Vocal coach CeCe Sammy-Lightfoot discusses the nerves performers may feel at this year's Brit Awards due to the event's first move to Manchester.

Feb 26 • 20:03 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

For whom do the stars of Sanremo cheer

As the Sanremo Festival approaches, many participating artists reveal their support for football teams, primarily Napoli.

Feb 23 • 13:37 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

What's Happening in the Munich Jazz Scene: A Lineup of Stars

The Munich jazz scene is gearing up for an exciting March filled with noteworthy performances by prominent artists, including the celebrated saxophonist Jowee Omicil.

Feb 22 • 11:29 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Musician Willie Colón, one of the great salsa stars, dies at 75

American musician Willie Colón, a pioneer of salsa music and trombone player, has passed away at the age of 75 according to a statement from his family.

Feb 21 • 21:05 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

M.A.M.A. Behind the Scenes: Untold Details, True Behavior of Stars, and What D. Dirkstys Really Did at the Awards

The article explores behind-the-scenes insights into the M.A.M.A. music awards in Lithuania, including the behavior of stars and specific actions of attendee D. Dirkstys.

Feb 21 • 15:29 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Series 'Unreleased': Where the Stars of Tomorrow Rap

The 'Unreleased' series brings emerging hip-hop and rap artists to the stage, recently hosting its first event in Frankfurt with performances from various young talents.

Feb 21 • 14:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Gala of Iskelmä – Finnish stars arrived in these styles

Finnish music stars showcased their glamorous looks on the red carpet at the Iskelmä Gala in Tampere.

Feb 20 • 16:16 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

What's happening in classical music in Munich: Showcase of piano world stars

The article discusses the upcoming classical music events in Munich, highlighting various renowned pianists and orchestras set to perform in an eventful concert series.

Feb 20 • 12:54 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The magenta carpet of Premios Lo Nuestro: how the stars shone in Miami

Premios Lo Nuestro 2026 featured a glamorous magenta carpet in Miami, showcasing diverse fashion from Latin stars before the awards ceremony.

Feb 20 • 02:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

Where to watch EN VIVO the Lo Nuestro Awards? Official link to watch the live broadcast

The article provides details on how and when to watch the Lo Nuestro Awards, an annual event recognizing Latin music stars.

Feb 17 • 21:06 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

What time do the 2026 Premios Lo Nuestro begin? Schedule to watch LIVE The Night of Stars on February 19

The 2026 Premios Lo Nuestro will take place on February 19 in Miami, featuring performances from top Latin music artists.

Feb 17 • 20:23 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

HOW MANY STARS? ⟩ Readers of the world's largest Eurovision news portal gave a harsh rating to Vanilla Ninja's song

Readers ranked Vanilla Ninja's song "Too Epic to Be True" harshly on the Eurovision news portal Eurovisionworld.

Feb 17 • 16:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Emmanuel Macron meets Bollywood stars

Emmanuel Macron met with several famous Bollywood celebrities including Shabana Azmi, Anil Kapoor, Manoj Bajpayee, Zoya Akhtar, Richa Chadha, and music composer Ricky Kej.

Feb 17 • 16:29 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Billy Steinberg has died. He wrote lyrics for Madonna, Celine Dion, and other pop stars

Billy Steinberg, a notable lyricist known for his work with Madonna and Celine Dion, has passed away.

Feb 17 • 13:31 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Guga Meyra and Vinny Nogueira emerge as new bets for the Carnival of Salvador

Guga Meyra and Vinny Nogueira are emerging as new stars of the Carnival in Salvador, gaining recognition for their vibrant performances and catchy songs.

Feb 15 • 09:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Carnival Artists of Cádiz: Twirling like 'rock stars', but not making a living from it

Carnival performers from Cádiz achieve fame during Carnival but struggle to turn it into a sustainable profession.

Feb 14 • 04:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BRIT Awards announce huge KPop Demon Hunters stars as latest performers

The BRIT Awards have announced that KPop group HUNTR/X will be performing at this year's ceremony in Manchester on February 28.

Feb 13 • 19:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Favorite Band Received a Crushing Review from Helsingin Sanomat

The Finnish band Kuumaa's latest album received a poor review by Helsingin Sanomat, earning only two stars from the critic.

Feb 13 • 12:18 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Did you give everything since childhood to reach the top, but it didn’t happen? Share your experiences, we are making a story

Yle Uutiset invites individuals who pursued their childhood dreams of becoming stars in sports or music but didn't achieve their goals to share their stories for a forthcoming article.

Feb 13 • 12:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Kuumaa band's new album receives a crushing review in HS: 'Cheap and hollow imitation'

The Finnish band Kuumaa's fourth album 'Valoa varten' has been poorly received by critics, receiving only two stars from Helsingin Sanomat.

Feb 13 • 09:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From sertanejo to arrocha, demand for carnival shows raises fees for stars of various styles; see figures

The demand for carnival shows in Brazil has increased average artist fees by over 25% in 2026.

Feb 13 • 06:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

South Korean pop stars are being stripped. A new law will protect them from artificial intelligence

South Korean pop idols are increasingly targeted by fake nude photos created with artificial intelligence, leading to the government's introduction of a new law to combat this issue.

Feb 12 • 20:32 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The revelation has triggered a shitstorm: Stars are leaving the super talent scout

A scandal involving Casey Wasserman has caused numerous music stars to leave his talent agency amidst growing pressure on his involvement in the upcoming Olympic Games.

Feb 11 • 16:32 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Old relationship with Ghislaine Maxwell is causing stars to leave super agent

Casey Wasserman's connections to Ghislaine Maxwell are prompting musicians to leave his talent agency amid rising scrutiny of his position in the upcoming Olympic Games.

Feb 11 • 16:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Shakira's Show in Rio, on the Wave of Bad Bunny, Reinforces the Era of Latinos

Shakira's upcoming concert in Rio de Janeiro underscores the growing influence of Latin artists in global music, following major performances by stars like Bad Bunny.

Feb 11 • 15:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Pussycat Dolls plotting huge comeback tour without three stars after 'difficulties'

The Pussycat Dolls are planning a comeback tour without three of their original members after facing various challenges.

Feb 11 • 06:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

There was full blast on the complaint song during the Maga concert

The Maga movement's country heroes seemed more focused on complaining than celebrating during their concert, contrasting sharply with the lively Super Bowl show featuring Lady Gaga and Hollywood stars.

Feb 9 • 19:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘Made me feel proudly American’: stars react to Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl show

Stars and fans react positively to Bad Bunny's inclusive and culturally rich Super Bowl halftime show, which contrasted sharply with a parallel conservative event.

Feb 9 • 16:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl: Only Love is Stronger

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show emphasizes love over hate while celebrating his Puerto Rican heritage alongside stars like Lady Gaga and Pedro Pascal.

Feb 9 • 12:38 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl show deemed 'the worst I've ever seen' by Trump

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance received criticism from Donald Trump, who labeled it as one of the worst shows he has ever seen, despite featuring prominent stars and a message of love and unity.

Feb 9 • 08:50 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"My Wonderful President": These American Rap Stars Who Break the Codes by Supporting Donald Trump

A new wave of American rap artists, known as 'MAGA rappers,' is emerging in support of Donald Trump, challenging traditional expectations in the music industry.

Feb 8 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Taylor Swift's Opalite video stars Graham Norton and was filmed at iconic London club

Taylor Swift's music video for her song 'Opalite' features Graham Norton and showcases the iconic Mildmay Club in London.

Feb 7 • 18:19 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mysticism, beach, and rock: who is the Argentine behind the most praised music festival in Punta Ballena

Leandro Quiroga transformed Medio y Medio into a celebrated music festival and restaurant in Punta Ballena, attracting major Latin music stars and drawing joy to both visitors and locals.

Feb 7 • 16:15 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Frida Söderqvist: Neither Rosalía nor Harry Styles will come to Sweden this spring – here's why the stars are being lost

Frida Söderqvist discusses how top artists like Rosalía and Harry Styles are prioritizing other countries over Sweden for their concert tours, leading to disappointment among Swedish fans.

Feb 7 • 12:13 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

‘Opalite’, the new video by Taylor Swift featuring stars like Cillian Murphy and Domhnall Gleeson

Taylor Swift released the music video for her song 'Opalite', showcasing various well-known figures from film, music, and television, including Cillian Murphy and Domhnall Gleeson.

Feb 6 • 21:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Marina Sena, Nattan, Luísa Sonza, Valesca, Teló, Zé Felipe, Pedro Sampaio, Hungria, Clayton and Romário, Xamã: the stars of the carnival in BH

The 2026 carnival in Belo Horizonte will feature major Brazilian music stars across various genres, promising to attract crowds.

Feb 5 • 13:44 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Crime & Justice

All the musicians appearing in Epstein's files

The recent declassification of documents regarding Epstein's influence network is impacting the reputations of several pop stars, including figures like Mick Jagger and Jay-Z.

Feb 4 • 03:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Muppets Special and 'Animal Kingdom': What to Watch on TV and Streaming Wednesday

The Muppets celebrate the 50th anniversary of 'The Muppet Show' with a special variety show alongside stars like Sabrina Carpenter, Maya Rudolph, and Seth Rogen, featuring music and comedy.

Feb 3 • 21:18 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Life & Tech

Tõnu Karjatse's Recommendations from Docpoint: From the Bohemian Twins to Uncompromising Rock Stars

Tõnu Karjatse highlights several films from the Docpoint documentary festival, showcasing themes from Estonia's recent past, the Bohemian twins, love through surveillance cameras, and the unyielding nature of rock artists.

Feb 3 • 16:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Sports

Cup and Music at Ibirapuera: Brazilian Arena will feature Anitta, Ivete, and Caetano, among others, as well as game broadcasts

The Brazilian Arena has announced its full lineup for the 2026 edition, featuring major Brazilian music stars and live broadcasts of World Cup games in São Paulo.

Feb 3 • 14:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

Festival Colours of Ostrava announced more stars in the program. LP and Audery Nuna will come

The Colours of Ostrava festival is enhancing its July music lineup with several new names including LP, Audery Nuna, and the Japanese girl group Atarashii Gakko!

Feb 3 • 10:45 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Who is Markos D1 and why is his Glambot video one of the most viewed from the Grammys?

Markos D1, a musician from Los Angeles, gained viral fame at the Grammy Awards due to his bold and sheer outfit that captured widespread attention alongside female pop stars.

Feb 3 • 07:39 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Music’s biggest stars protest ICE at Grammy Awards amid Trump’s immigration crackdown

At the Grammy Awards, musicians including Billie Eilish vocally condemned ICE and criticized the Trump's immigration policies, emphasizing the importance of standing up for marginalized communities.

Feb 2 • 17:49 UTC

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