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🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Andres Dvinjaninov: For our generation, Arne Oit is a great nostalgia ball

Andres Dvinjaninov and other members of the Kaunimate aastate vennaskond reflect on the nostalgia evoked by Arne Oit's music, highlighting his influence on the hit formula in pop music.

Mar 1 • 14:05 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

The man who wrote Tarmo Pihlapi's biggest hit has died

Singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86; he is known for hits like 'Lion Sleeps Tonight', 'Amarillo', and 'Oh Carol'.

Mar 1 • 10:25 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Rosé's 'Apartment' wins at the Brit Awards... the first K-pop win

Blackpink's Rosé won the 'International Song of the Year' award at the Brit Awards for her collaboration with Bruno Mars on the song 'Apartment', marking the first K-pop win at this prestigious awards ceremony.

Mar 1 • 01:42 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

White Dress and Love Forever, the Nostalgic Genius of Sal Da Vinci

Sal Da Vinci, at 56, makes a comeback after 17 years with his hit song 'Per sempre sì', which is filled with enduring stereotypes.

Mar 1 • 01:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Olivia Dean sweeps the board at 2026 Brit awards, winning four including artist, song and album of the year

Olivia Dean achieved remarkable success at the 2026 Brit Awards, winning four prestigious awards including artist of the year and song of the year for her duet with Sam Fender.

Feb 28 • 23:06 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The female K-pop group Blackpink presents ‘Deadline’, their new album after more than three years

Blackpink has released their new album 'Deadline', their first in over three years, marked by a special program at the National Museum of Korea in Seoul.

Feb 28 • 23:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Singer Neil Sedaka has passed away

Famed singer Neil Sedaka has died, as reported by Novinky.cz.

Feb 28 • 21:08 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Neil Sedaka, singer, songwriter and pop hitmaker dies at 86

Neil Sedaka, the renowned singer and songwriter, has passed away at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of beloved pop hits.

Feb 28 • 15:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Neil Sedaka, composer and singer of 'Oh! Carol' has passed away

Neil Sedaka, the renowned composer and singer known for his hit 'Oh! Carol', has died at the age of 86 in Los Angeles.

Feb 28 • 12:10 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka has died

Singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86, known for his hits like 'Breaking Up Is Hard to Do' and 'Laughter in the Rain.'

Feb 28 • 07:44 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Matilda Källén: Here are the favorites in the last semifinal

Dagens Nyheter's Matilda Källén previews the final semifinal of Melodifestivalen, highlighting favorites and providing ratings for the Saturday night songs.

Feb 28 • 07:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Five hit song legends embark on a joint tour – IL: One name raises questions

A joint tour featuring five Finnish pop legends has sparked curiosity online, particularly regarding the inclusion of Anja Niskanen.

Feb 28 • 07:08 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

BLACKPINK’s ‘Deadline’ sells 1.46 million copies on release day… “K-Pop girl group record”

BLACKPINK's third mini-album, 'Deadline', achieved remarkable sales of 1.46 million copies on its release day, setting a new record for K-Pop girl groups.

Feb 28 • 06:55 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Tony Pitony case, the politically incorrect that becomes an ironic song

Tony Pitony, a social media phenomenon, made a notable appearance at the Sanremo Music Festival, sparking curiosity and debate about his persona and artistic style.

Feb 28 • 05:29 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Not only low ratings. Pop also "sells" less

The article discusses a decline in music streaming and radio plays during the Sanremo Festival, highlighting stark comparisons with prior year's performance.

Feb 28 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Neil Sedaka, king of American pop, dies at 86

American singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has died at the age of 86 in Los Angeles, remembered as a pop icon and a significant figure in the music industry.

Feb 28 • 03:26 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Grand Concert of Karan Aujla in Delhi Today, Traffic Police on Alert, Route Diversion

Karan Aujla will perform a grand concert in Delhi today, with the traffic police implementing diversions to manage the expected large crowd.

Feb 28 • 02:08 UTC
🇳🇿 RNZ World
National & Local

Singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka dies at 86

American singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka has died at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of hit songs and contributions to the music industry.

Feb 28 • 01:26 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Neil Sedaka, iconic 1960s pop singer and songwriter, dies at 86

American pop singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86 in the United States.

Feb 28 • 00:50 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
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
World

Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has died

American singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has died at the age of 86.

Feb 28 • 00:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Neil Sedaka, Breaking Up Is Hard To Do singer and pop song hitmaker, dies aged 86

Neil Sedaka, renowned singer-songwriter famous for hits such as 'Breaking Up Is Hard to Do' and 'Calendar Girl', has passed away at the age of 86.

Feb 27 • 23:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Neil Sedaka, singer and songwriter star in the 1960s, dies at 86

Neil Sedaka, the renowned American singer and songwriter, has passed away at the age of 86, confirmed by a publicist.

Feb 27 • 22:33 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

The songwriter Neil Sedaka (86) has died

Pop artist and songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86, as confirmed by his family.

Feb 27 • 22:17 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The songwriter Neil Sedaka (86) has died

Songwriter and pop artist Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86, as confirmed by his family.

Feb 27 • 22:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Bandana: how they overcame their differences and the return for their 25 years: 'We went through things that no one forgives'

The Argentine pop group Bandana reflects on their 25 years together and the challenges they've faced leading to their upcoming reunion concerts.

Feb 27 • 19:43 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Charli XCX left the club and is watching movies at home. How a pop star became an icon of vulnerable dance music

The article explores how Charli XCX transitioned from a mainstream pop artist to a figure representing a more intimate side of dance music.

Feb 27 • 18:50 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

TonyPitony, who is the masked provoker that divides Italian pop

Tony Pitony is a divisive figure in the Italian pop music scene, showcasing a blend of technical skill and provocateur theatricality.

Feb 27 • 18:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Blackpink returns with new release after more than 3 years

The K-pop group Blackpink has released their EP "DEADLINE," marking their first new material in over three years.

Feb 27 • 17:07 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

"The Romantic" by Bruno Mars: God Was a Show-Off When He Created You

Bruno Mars' new album "The Romantic" explores the many facets of love, blending R&B, pop, and soul.

Feb 27 • 14:55 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Pop: How to Replace the Irreplaceable? With This Woman

The band Rush, after initially deciding never to perform again following the death of their gifted drummer Neil Peart, is going on a world tour with German drummer Anika Nilles.

Feb 27 • 13:33 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Zara Larsson's breakthrough: filling arenas and causing chaos

Zara Larsson's international career is soaring, with sold-out tours in the US and Australia and her recent Grammy nomination.

Feb 27 • 12:31 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Lollapalooza Argentina 2026: Sabrina Carpenter, the popstar fan of mate who returns to the country at her best moment

Sabrina Carpenter will return to Argentina in 2026 to perform at Lollapalooza, solidifying her status as a leading pop artist.

Feb 27 • 12:02 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
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Pop: Soft Porns with Instagram Lighting

The article reflects on Bruno Mars' return to solo music with a new album featuring only nine songs, contrasting it with the trend of releasing larger quantities of music in the streaming era.

Feb 27 • 10:17 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

In Brussels, Angèle invited her fans to see the preview of her title What you Want

Belgain singer Angèle premiered her new music video What you Want in front of nearly 10,000 fans in Brussels.

Feb 27 • 08:19 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

The documentary about The Ark captures the joy but lacks excitement

A new documentary about the Swedish pop band The Ark showcases their journey through division and reunion but is critiqued for its thin storyline.

Feb 27 • 08:08 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Playful and Disjointed as Gorillaz Returns

Damon Albarn's virtual band, Gorillaz, returns with a diverse guest list, showcasing both hit potential and bold spoken word refrains, though the overall impression is deemed somewhat disjointed by the reviewer.

Feb 27 • 06:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Why Min Hee-jin is shouting 'Long Live Music' despite giving up 25.6 billion won

Min Hee-jin's recent Instagram post featuring the indie band 'Danpyeon-seon Moment' and their song 'Long Live Music' signals a shift in her focus amid ongoing legal battles.

Feb 27 • 05:41 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

They are a unicorn in Danish pop music

Aphaca's new album is seen as a significant addition to Danish pop music, signaling their rise to prominence.

Feb 27 • 05:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pátio Limeira Shopping hosts K-Pop show

Pátio Limeira Shopping in Brazil will host a free K-Pop show titled 'Estrelas do K-Pop' on March 7, featuring interactive performances celebrating friendship and music.

Feb 26 • 18:13 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

"Cher Show" at the German Theater: A Pop Time Travel with the Triple Cher

The "Cher Show" at the German Theater is a tribute to the iconic pop artist Cher, who turns 80 this year, featuring hits from her career.

Feb 26 • 14:48 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

The Surprising Reason Why It Took Pop Star Cher Seven Years to Write Her Autobiography

Cher's autobiography, 'Cher: The Memoir, Part One,' published in 2024, took seven years to complete and is released in two parts.

Feb 26 • 10:08 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The 12 pop and rock albums to listen to today (February 2026)

This article from El País highlights twelve must-listen pop and rock albums, emphasizing the latest works from various artists including Cordovas and Maximiliano Calvo.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

What Desolation in These Staves

The article critiques the emotional ineffectiveness and melodic poverty of the songs presented at the Sanremo Music Festival.

Feb 26 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Melanie Blatt felt 'ashamed' of All Saints as star describes ‘difficult’ relationship with bandmates

Melanie Blatt openly shares her feelings of shame regarding her time in All Saints, highlighting the challenging dynamics with her bandmates.

Feb 26 • 00:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Olivia Rodrigo tops Spotify's list of biggest pop songs of the streaming era

Olivia Rodrigo's 'Drivers License' leads Spotify's list of the top pop songs from the streaming era, with a significant lineup of popular tracks from various artists.

Feb 25 • 22:04 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Who are NMIXX, the K-pop group that caused a stir in Viña del Mar 2026

NMIXX, a rising K-pop girl group, made a notable impact at the Viña del Mar Festival in 2026, showcasing their growing influence on the international music scene.

Feb 25 • 21:41 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

Elvis could take anyone's breath away. He still can.

The article reflects on the cultural impact of Elvis Presley and his iconic 1973 satellite concert 'Aloha from Hawaii'.

Feb 25 • 20:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Bandana revealed that they decided to separate after a Chinese oracle threw the cards: 'A hexagram came out'

The pop group Bandana disclosed that their breakup in 2004 was partially influenced by insights gained from a Chinese oracle's reading during group therapy sessions.

Feb 25 • 19:23 UTC

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