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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

At 67, brother of Chico Science sings pearls of MPB on Instagram

Jefferson, the older brother of the late musician Chico Science, has taken to Instagram to share his karaoke performances, showcasing a remarkable voice despite living in relative anonymity.

Mar 2 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Karl Killing: as a child, I was quite a big coward and clumsy

Musician Karl Killing reflects on his childhood fears and his deep passion for music, which he intends to pursue throughout his life.

Mar 2 • 09:17 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The Malian Boncana Maïga, a figure of African music, has died at age 77

Boncana Maïga, a renowned Malian musician and founder of the pan-African group Africando, passed away at 77, leaving a significant legacy in African and Afro-Cuban music.

Mar 2 • 08:45 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Director Lee Sang-il, actress Suzu Hirose, and musician Taeko Onuki among selected for the Arts Encouragement Prize

The Japanese Agency for Cultural Affairs announced the recipients for the 76th Arts Encouragement Prize, highlighting notable achievements across various cultural fields.

Mar 2 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

A Friendly Giant Named Taj Mahal

The article reflects on the enduring legacy and influence of blues musician Taj Mahal, highlighting a recent tribute concert in his honor.

Mar 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Justice has been looking for Ratinho for months over accusations against Chico Buarque

Brazilian media personality Ratinho has evaded official attempts by the judiciary to address accusations made against renowned musician Chico Buarque.

Mar 2 • 02:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Verkkokauppa.com delivered a 50-kilogram surprise to Anssi Kela's door - caused a complaint

Musician Anssi Kela received a massive Christmas calendar from Verkkokauppa.com, leading to a complaint regarding potential covert advertising.

Mar 1 • 17:34 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Jyrki 69 became a Gothic figure of Lapland who finds Jesus in the nature of Utsjoki

The article explores Jyrki Linnankivi's journey from rock musician to theology student as he takes an internship at the northernmost parish in Finland, Utsjoki.

Mar 1 • 16:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Preta Gil's Family Maintains Moral Damages Lawsuit Against Priest for Religious Intolerance: Understand the Current Status of the Action in Court

The family of musician Gilberto Gil and his daughter Preta Gil continues their lawsuit against priest Danilo César for moral damages due to religious intolerance, despite the priest reaching an agreement with federal prosecutors in a separate criminal case.

Mar 1 • 14:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Neurons in Sauce

The author critiques the limitations of AI in understanding cultural context, using the example of the Brazilian musician Tom Jobim's residences.

Mar 1 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Sissi: I Allow Myself to Live Without Fear and Protection

Musician Sissi discusses how deep pain and love have shaped her, choosing to be present for herself and others despite the uncertainty of the world.

Mar 1 • 10:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Video: patient in palliative care puts on 'show' as a thank you to hospital team before being discharged, in Paraná

A musician in palliative care performed a private concert for the hospital staff that supported him during his 45-day stay before being discharged.

Mar 1 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Diogo Nogueira merges modernity and tradition on tour with his hits

Diogo Nogueira reflects on his journey from aspiring footballer to celebrated samba musician, celebrating his new tour 'Infinito Samba'.

Mar 1 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BRIT Awards 2026: Viewers slam 'rushed' in memoriam tribute as 'worst ever'

The BRIT Awards 2026 faced backlash for a perceived rushed in memoriam tribute, highlighted by Tim Burgess's homage to late musician Gary 'Mani' Mounfield.

Mar 1 • 02:49 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
Life & Tech

Cameroon: Okali, a Musical Love Story Between France and Cameroon

Musical duo Okali, composed of Cameroonian singer Gaëlle Minali-Bella and French musician Florent Sorin, has released their debut EP, showcasing a blend of musical influences from their respective countries.

Feb 28 • 21:36 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Boncana Maïga, Malian flutist and major figure in Afro-Cuban music, has died in Bamako

Malian flutist Boncana Maïga, a key figure in Afro-Cuban music, has died in Bamako at the age of 77.

Feb 28 • 20:34 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Musician and artist Kārlis Biķernieks, aka Labais Dāma, has died

Musician and artist Kārlis Biķernieks, known as Labais Dāma, has passed away at the age of 38.

Feb 28 • 20:14 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Call me teacher: who is the conductor who corrected Laura Pausini at Sanremo

Carolina Bubbico, a prominent conductor and musician, made headlines at the Sanremo Music Festival for her assertive intervention during a performance by Laura Pausini.

Feb 28 • 17:37 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

NEW ACCUSATIONS ⟩ Michael Jackson was a serial child molester who gave us alcohol and showed pornography

Four adult siblings allege that Michael Jackson abused them as minors, filing a shocking lawsuit against the late musician's estate that claims child sexual exploitation and human trafficking.

Feb 28 • 12:46 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VIKTOR VASSILJEV 1954–2026: Self-taught musician whose dreams all came true

Viktor Vassiljev, a self-taught Estonian guitarist well-known for his work in bands like Justament and Fix, passed away at the age of 71.

Feb 28 • 12:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty pays tribute to legendary singer as death announced

Naga Munchetty from BBC Breakfast expressed her condolences upon the passing of music legend Neil Sedaka at the age of 86.

Feb 28 • 07:37 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Podcast: Tero Vesterinen was hit with a terrible feeling at Christmas – his partner made a decisive gesture

In a podcast, Finnish musician Tero Vesterinen discusses his struggles with depression and anxiety, revealing how he has turned his life around with therapy and support from his partner.

Feb 28 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Neil Sedaka has died: the composer was 86 years old and was the creator of several hits from the 1960s

American musician and composer Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86, leaving behind a rich legacy of pop rock music from the 1960s.

Feb 28 • 00:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Before Stardom with Sunny Melody

Sunday Ogunyemi, an indigenous juju musician from Ogun State, shares his journey from aspiring journalist to successful artist.

Feb 28 • 00:13 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lucas Lima suffers attempted robbery and sustains minor injuries in SP

Musician Lucas Lima was attacked in an attempted robbery while on his way to São Paulo International Airport.

Feb 28 • 00:03 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Neil Sedaka is dead

American musician Neil Sedaka has died, as reported by Variety.

Feb 27 • 21:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Lucas Lima suffers cuts on arms, hands, and neck after a thief breaks car window during attempted robbery in SP

Musician Lucas Lima was injured during an attempted robbery in Guarulhos, Brazil, where a thief broke his car window to steal a phone.

Feb 27 • 18:39 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

IS: The investigation into Pepe Willberg's collision is progressing

The investigation into musician Pepe Willberg's traffic incident involving a cyclist is advancing, with the case set to be sent to prosecutors next week following the receipt of the necessary medical report.

Feb 27 • 15:27 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Chilly Gonzales on Mozart, Wagner, and Neoclassicism: "Then the Gods of Music Will Be Angry"

Chilly Gonzales, a Canadian musician known for blending genres, reflects on classical music giants and neoclassicism while presenting his unique artistic identity.

Feb 27 • 14:35 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

"Sudden Lights" releases new song together with Estonian musician NOËP - "it drives me (out of my mind)"

The Baltic music collaboration between the Latvian band Sudden Lights and Estonian artist NOËP has resulted in a new song titled "it drives me (out of my mind)."

Feb 27 • 12:20 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
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘It’s good music, not a guilty pleasure’: how Bruno Mars embraced cheese to become pop’s most popular star

Bruno Mars has become the most-streamed musician globally, celebrated for his catchy music and record-breaking hits, including his latest single, 'I Just Might.'

Feb 27 • 10:40 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Fēlikss Ķiģelis Celebrates 50

Musician and composer Fēlikss Ķiģelis celebrated his 50th anniversary with a grand concert in Riga's VEF Cultural Palace.

Feb 27 • 09:56 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Bryan Adams will perform in Riga during the most ambitious concert tour of his career

Canadian rock musician Bryan Adams has announced new European tour dates, performing in Riga on September 27 as part of his promotion for the album 'Roll With The Punches'.

Feb 27 • 09:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Salvini's gaffe about Ermal Meta: 'Those who integrate are welcome.' His response: 'The blasphemy is silence on Gaza'

Matteo Salvini's compliment to Albanian-Italian musician Ermal Meta prompts a reflection on identity and integration, while Meta criticizes the silence on Gaza.

Feb 27 • 08:27 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

ANNE VESKI 70 ⟩ What food does the birthday child love the most?

Legendary Estonian musician Anne Veski celebrates her 70th birthday, beloved by generations for her music that transcends age.

Feb 27 • 07:37 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
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Fans say goodbye to Liam Payne at the hotel where he died: 'I'm in shock, I live five blocks away'

Fans are mourning the death of British musician Liam Payne, who fell from a hotel in Buenos Aires, at a memorial site outside the hotel.

Feb 26 • 23:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Booker, American jazz musician, shaped the career of singer Eliana Pittman

American jazz musician Booker played a significant role in shaping the career of Brazilian singer Eliana Pittman, highlighted during her recent show at the Mário de Andrade Library in São Paulo.

Feb 26 • 18:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Daily Summary #1877: INSS CPI approves breaking the confidentiality of Lula's son; Adilsinho, the most wanted gambling operator in Rio, is arrested; What kept the jacket buried with Dinho, of Mamonas, intact for 30 years?

The daily summary reports significant events in Brazil including the approval of breaking the banking confidentiality of Lula's son, the arrest of a notorious gambling figure, and the discovery of an intact jacket from a deceased musician.

Feb 26 • 16:41 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Pop: 'Wherever You Look, People Are Being Burned'

The article discusses a recent video call with musician Damon Albarn, showcasing his laid-back demeanor and intervening social commentary.

Feb 26 • 15:52 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Musician, conductor, and educator Imants Resnis has passed away

Imants Resnis, a celebrated musician, conductor, and professor, died at the age of 76, as confirmed by his family.

Feb 26 • 14:42 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Laur Joamets: I have been lucky to make a living as a musician

Guitarist Laur Joamets shares his experiences and future plans in the music industry, discussing his dual life as a performer in the US and his roots in Estonia.

Feb 26 • 14:36 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Hop to it: a rabbit-themed Sydney itinerary for Bad Bunny

The article presents a humorous and curated Sydney itinerary centered around Puerto Rican musician Bad Bunny's interests and experiences during his debut tour in Australia.

Feb 26 • 14:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Jacket left on Dinho's coffin found intact 30 years later; understand how this is possible

A blue nylon jacket left on the coffin of Brazilian musician Dinho, buried for 30 years, was found intact during an exhumation, raising questions about its preservation.

Feb 26 • 12:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Iñaki ‘Uoho’: about Robe, his physical collapse in the last 20 days and his new band

Musician Iñaki ‘Uoho’ Antón shares insights on his recent health issues and the formation of his new band, Rebrote, following the death of his longtime friend Robe Iniesta.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

PODCAST "GAMMA ACADEMY" ⟩ #10: Intellectual Property: What Every Musician Should Know

This podcast discusses essential aspects of intellectual property for musicians, including copyright and contract management.

Feb 25 • 22:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Musician Jiří Valenta has died

Czech musician Jiří Valenta has passed away, though details surrounding his death are not provided in the article content.

Feb 25 • 19:17 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

I will avoid 'Wikipedia piece', says Miguel Falabella about Gilberto Gil's musical

Miguel Falabella is set to direct a musical about the life of Brazilian musician Gilberto Gil, highlighting key moments from his career and personal life.

Feb 25 • 18:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Tomáš Kočko about the new album Perperuna: We wanted to make a metal album

Czech musician Tomáš Kočko discusses the creative process behind his new album, emphasizing a desire to explore metal music.

Feb 25 • 12:26 UTC

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