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Piracy-fearing music industry to tax downloaders
BRITAIN - Internet users could face an annual charge of up to 30 pounds (NZ$80) to download music, under plans to be unveiled today that aim to tackle illegal file-sharing.
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The man with the musical broomstick
It could only happen in New York. Where else in the world would people queue around the block for a seedy-looking jazz club, to hear the performance of a man best remembered for having invented the musical broomstick, whose fingers are so arthritic they can hardly move, and who is still pumping it out every Monday night at the age of 93? But then, the weekly Les Paul show at the Iridium ...
Guardian Unlimited |
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The Doobie Brothers, with Special Guest Three Dog Night, to Perform in Las Vegas on Monday, July 28
Concert at Orleans Arena will benefit shoe charity Soles4Souls(TM) Inc. "We are absolutely thrilled that the Doobie Brothers and Three Dog Night are coming together for one night in support of Soles4Souls," said Wayne Elsey , CEO and Founder of Soles4Souls Inc. "We are proud to once again partner with the Orleans Arena in providing unique entertainment in Las Vegas ," he said.
Broadcast Newsroom |
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Jammin’ to the music
STERLING — A slight breeze kept people from getting too hot at an outdoor concert Friday night at the Logan County Courthouse Gazebo. The Mooncats performed Friday as part of July Jamz, which is a concert series presented Fridays in July by the Sterling Arts Council.
Sterling Journal-Advocate |
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[Herman’s Pick] Vol. 6, No. 45
It’s a good opportunity to browse the new Mississippi Museum of Art photography exhibit this Thursday night during their monthly Jazz, Art and Friends installment with the jazz improvisation of Will Thompson, from 6-9 p.m. $7. Unwind after-hours with some jazz, and a cocktail or glass of wine, then look at 100 music-inspired photographs by John Cage, Lou Barlow and host of others in the “Sight ...
Jackson Free Press |
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Festival spirit defies instability in Lebanon
BEITEDDIN, Lebanon (Reuters) - Lyrical notes from the saxophone of U.S. jazz artist Branford Marsalis waft into the cool night air of a mountain palace courtyard in Lebanon.
Reuters |
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In dad’s footsteps
JAKOB Dylan’s first solo album is getting a lot of good vibes from critics and music lovers all over, though local radio stations have yet to pick up on his music.
The Star |
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Hockey moves them to song
Describing her musical composition as “powerful” and “strong,” Jenny Robinson says she’s hopeful her tune will go the distance in the national contest to replace Hockey Night in Canada’s iconic theme song. Titled “The Heartbeat of Hockey,” Robinson’s 30-second ditty, which already has upwards of 13,000 hits on a [...]
Owen Sound Sun Times |
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Norwegian music fests go climate-friendly
Two music festivals in Norway linked with the United Nations to become a climate-friendly music venues, the U.N. Environmental Program says.The rock-oriented Hove Festival, and the blues-and-jazz fest Canal Street signed on to the agency's Climate Neutral Network, the United Nations said in a news release. The Climate Neutral Network -- which includes countries, cities and companies -- aims to ...
Moldova.org |
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Festival spirit defies instability in Lebanon
Lyrical notes from the saxophone of U.S. jazz artist Branford Marsalis waft into the cool night air of a mountain palace courtyard in Lebanon.
Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News |
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Festival spirit defies instability in Lebanon
Lyrical notes from the saxophone of U.S. jazz artist Branford Marsalis waft into the cool night air of a mountain palace courtyard in Lebanon.
Reuters via Yahoo! News |
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Singing of love and war
A tale of heroism and love in the midst of the Japanese invasion of Malaya. NUR UMIRRA MOHD SAHAD speaks to the cast and crew of Patriot the Musical, which opens at Istana Budaya on July 29.
The New Straits Times |
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Vanity Fare
KYLIE Minogue has not allowed cancer to keep her down. Her happiness and vitality, according to Rosa Tous were “captivating’’ and have inspired the Life is Music collection by Tous accessories.
The Star |
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Norwegian music fests go climate-friendly
GENEVA, Switzerland, July 23 (UPI) -- Two music festivals in Norway linked with the United Nations to become a climate-friendly music venues, the U.N. Environmental Program says.
UPI |
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Music by Marian Tewksbury
Guitarist/vocalist, Marian Tewksbury performs live at the Oakdale Mall!
News Channel 34 Binghamton |
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TV WATCH, July 24
The Jonas Brothers will perform at this year's Video Music Awards; 9News won 27 regional Emmy awards; Fox talk host Wendy Williams won't invite Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth back anytime soon.
Rocky Mountain News |
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Jazz on the weekends
THE Sunrise Jazz & Rhythm Fest 2008 returns for the ninth consecutive year featuring various sub-genres of jazz, such as neo jazz, folk jazz, modern, ethnic and blues, performed by established and new local artistes.
The Star |
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Rhythm’s gonna get you
Jazzer Angelita Li stirs her blend of Brazilian rhythms and funky fusion in a seething cauldron of groovy vibes.
The Star |
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2008/07/23
Raja Farah and Ashraf Muslim. A tale of heroism and love in the midst of the Japanese invasion of Malaya. NUR UMIRRA MOHD SAHAD speaks to the cast and crew of Patriot the Musical, which opens at Istana Budaya on July 29.
The New Straits Times |
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Chong aims for a clean sweep
CHELSEA Chong is a young girl with many talents – in music, language and sports. The 10-year-old, a pupil of the Mutiara International Grammar School, speaks three languages – German, French and English. She is also competent on the piano and violin and has enrolled for saxophone lessons.
The Star |
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Thursday briefs
Thornbirds headline AV Sunset Concert Series tonight APPLE VALLEY — Apple Valley’s Sunset Concert Series is back, with several Thursday evening concerts in July.
Victorville Daily Press |
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Entries now accepted for Rock'n Music Idol
Entries are being accepted for Rock'n Music Idol, a search for musicians in the categories of guitar, bass, drums, keyboard/ piano, vocals and vocals/instrument. Auditions are Oct. 18, and form and fee must be submitted prior to that date.
Atlanticville |
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‘Musical delight’ in store at concert
Talented Dubbo musicians Maggie Dunn, Sam Shooter and Stephen Smith will perform with Australia’s inland symphony orchestra during a concert at Dubbo Civic Centre on Sunday.
Daily Liberal |
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15 musicians to grace benefit concert
ALL for a worthy cause. That just sums it up all when a record 15 musicians thrill multitudes during the Chitungwiza Central Hospital Benefit Concert scheduled for the Chitungwiza Aquatic Complex on Saturday night.
The Herald |
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Most locals ignorant of music's true potential
MOST Malaysians today are musically illiterate and have been so for a long time. This is no exaggeration. Increasing commercialism has affected significantly music education and music-making.
The New Straits Times |
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