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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Portuguese versions of Neil Sedaka's hits fueled the beginnings of Brazilian pop rock between 1959 and 1960

The recent death of Neil Sedaka has highlighted his indirect influence on the early development of Brazilian pop rock through Portuguese covers of his songs.

Feb 28 • 14:20 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Ludwig Band is Growing

La Ludwig Band has a new album titled 'Pel barri es comenta', signaling a more ambitious and universally appealing sound in their pop-rock style.

Feb 28 • 04:30 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
🇬🇧 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
🇪🇸 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
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Matilda Källén: Cimberly is the best – but the small-town rock boys are favorites in semi-final 4

Matilda Källén reviews the performances in the fourth semi-final of the Melodifestivalen, highlighting Cimberly's impressive pop disco hit and the strong competition from small-town rock bands.

Feb 21 • 07:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Pop: "Am I provoking people, yes?"

Peaches, a groundbreaking figure in techno-rock and gender expression, addresses her provocative artistry and new album in a recent interview.

Feb 20 • 12:12 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Rose documentary shows how the band left K-pop and reached the biggest music festivals

The Rose, a leading South Korean indie rock band, transitions from busking in Seoul to major festivals, highlighted in a new documentary.

Feb 12 • 22:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Kid Rock: A Right-Wing Fool

The article discusses Kid Rock's transformation into a figure embodying right-wing extremism and his controversial statements regarding societal issues.

Feb 12 • 11:32 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Victoire of Music: Indochine to be Honored After Boycotting the Ceremony for Years

The French pop-rock band Indochine will receive a special award at the Victoires de la Musique for their record-breaking tour, despite boycotting the ceremony for several years.

Feb 12 • 08:27 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Sound Poets' New Song and Video Story – 'The Poet and the Muse'

The melancholic pop-rock group "The Sound Poets" has released their latest single "The Poet and the Muse" along with a cinematic music video.

Feb 12 • 05:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rock, pop, and memory: how frevo renews itself without losing tradition at carnival

The frevo genre continues to evolve while preserving its traditional roots in the streets of Recife, with new artists integrating diverse musical styles into their craft.

Feb 11 • 18:36 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

We Have a New Beef - Elmo is Angry at Taylor Swift

Elmo has taken to social media to express his anger at Taylor Swift following the release of her new music video, which features a close friendship with a rock, sparking confusion among fans.

Feb 7 • 16:35 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Guitars of Kurt Cobain, The Beatles, and Other Music Legends: The Impactful Auction Scheduled for March

In March, an auction will feature instruments and original items that shaped rock and pop history, including a 1966 Fender Mustang guitar played by Kurt Cobain.

Feb 6 • 07:11 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

The K-pop group WHIB launches ROCK THE NATION | Listen HERE

WHIB, a rising K-pop group, has released a new project titled ROCK THE NATION, which they describe as a significant prelude to their relentless career.

Feb 6 • 05:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Crvena Jabuka Preparing Concert at Boogaloo

The iconic band Crvena Jabuka, influential in the pop-rock scene for four decades, is set to perform a spectacular concert at Boogaloo on Saturday, March 28.

Feb 2 • 12:03 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

The Rolling Stones Against TV Censorship: A Performance That Changed the Rules of the Game

The Rolling Stones' controversial performance of 'Let's Spend the Night Together' on The Ed Sullivan Show in 1967 marked a significant clash between rock music and television censorship.

Jan 15 • 11:44 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

We were mixing the album when Ipe Ivandić and the police burst in. In the drums we borrowed from Dugme, we found Ipe's hashish

The article discusses the significant contributions of Brana Likić to the Sarajevo pop-rock scene, particularly in the 80s and 90s, highlighting his roles as a frontman and producer.

Jan 11 • 13:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Looking back at David Bowie’s remarkable life in 15 incredible photos

A decade after his death, fans continue to celebrate the legacy of rock star David Bowie through memorable photos and tributes.

Jan 10 • 07:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Pop: Bad-tempered music that brings incredible joy

The article discusses the new intriguing and enigmatic single 'Cruise Ship Designer' by the London rock band Dry Cleaning, noting its unique style and the challenges of traditional music analysis methods.

Jan 9 • 14:29 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Repetto after Spider-Man now finds 'Spider Woman'

Mauro Repetto embarks on a new challenge with the pop-rock song 'In riva a te', part of the theatrical production 'Ho trovato Spider Woman', which begins previews in 2026.

Jan 9 • 04:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

Tribute Acts are the Real Memory of Pop

The article discusses a film that highlights the emotional impact of a Neil Diamond song and the story of a nearly successful rock musician, Mike Sardina, reflecting on the legacy of tribute acts in pop music.

Jan 8 • 12:03 UTC

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