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Till Lindemann announces Lisbon over 18s only concert
The announcement was made by the German musician himself, on social media. The show 'Meine Welt' ('My World', in Portuguese), which is strictly prohibited for those under 18, is scheduled for November 17th at MEO Arena. But before that, Till...

Minthis Music Festival 2025: Culture in Full Bloom in Cyprus
Where nature meets human creativity and Cyprus' highlands stretch out beneath open skies, the Minthis Music Festival is ready to return. From July 9 to 13, 2025, the Minthis resort in Paphos will transform into a vibrant stage for music and...

'This is low-key harassment!' Chris Brown is accused of performing a 'sex show' with female concert goers as he grinds on them and KISSES one in shock scenes on tour after arrest
Chris Brown has been accused of 'harassing' female concert goers with a 'weird sex show' segment during his current tour which arrived in the UK on Sunday. During his show, the singer, 36, invites a female concert-goer up on stage as part of the...

School of Rock's former students grapple with their past as misconduct allegations mount against founder Paul Green
Julia Rainer has memories of walking through the doors of the Paul Green School of Rock Music at 13th and Race streets and feeling like the place was an "alternate reality." Rainer began lessons there in 2000 and stayed until 2006, ultimately...

Annual street carnival in Cork town attracts thousands for vibrant day of music, fun and community
There was a lively and fun atmosphere in the West Cork town as thousands gathered for a vibrant day of music, food, and community, despite the temperamental summer skies. There were street feasts, music and celebrations at the annual Clonakilty...

'Absolutely amazing': Madison Keys thrilled by unexpected Beyonce concert in London
Madison Keys made time in her schedule to attend a Beyoncé concert during her stint at the Queen's Club Championships in London. The 2025 Australian Open champion took advantage of her early exit from the tournament to attend a concert by the...

Guest columnist John Berkowitz: Ukraine War — If we don’t face the music, it could blow up in our faces
In this photo provided by the Ukrainian Emergency Service, a view after a Russian attack that hit a residential building in Kharkiv, Ukraine, Wednesday, June 11, 2025. UKRAINIAN EMERGENCY SERVICE VIA AP I think it’s urgent that the current...

Davido pulls out of London concert
Nigerian music superstar Davido has announced he will no longer be performing at 50 Cent’s upcoming concert in London, which also features R&B legend Mary J. Blige. The concert, part of 50 Cent’s Legacy Tour, is slated to take place on July 3 at...

Match Awards from Germany’s 4-2 win over Czechia at U-21 EUROs
The German U-21 team continues their exciting tournament with another goal fest. Both teams showed greatness, but also individual errors. Germany now head into the third matchday facing England, tournament favorites, loaded with individual talent....

Dream fulfilled: REO, fans say goodbye during rousing concert
Close Bruce Hall takes full advantage of the fan placed for his hair during the Legacy of REO Speedwagon concert at the State Farm Center in Champaign on Saturday, June 14 , 2025. Timmy Hall sings with his father Bruce Hall, and wishes him happy...

Milad Mahanrad Wins Gold at Global Inventors Competition for Breakthrough in Music Tech
By Christopher Harpur on June 15, 2025 The renowned Iranian inventor and music producer Milad Mahanrad captured international attention once more with his Gold Medal and Special UK Award from the Global Inventors Competition at the E-NNOVATE 2025...

Four observations from Germany’s exciting 4-2 win over Czechia at U-21 EUROs
The German U-21 team continues their red-hot form with another offensive masterclass over Czechia. The national youth team is hungry for more titles, as German fans are desperate for some success. The storyline in this one remains as the man of...

Bravo! Vail opens Thursday with Chamber Orchestra of Europe debut
It was meant to happen years ago. Anne-Marie McDermott had been following the Chamber Orchestra of Europe since the mid-1990s and, after becoming Bravo! Vail Music Festival’s artistic director in 2011, promoted the idea of bringing the group to...
Good Germans on the Potomac
By Jim Wagner December 13, 2021 As the Neo-fascist government of Vladimir Putin amasses troops and armor along the Ukrainian border, his propaganda machine churns out a contradictory narrative that most in America would find risible. From the...

Battle of the Bulge, music & tyrants at Christmas!
By Jake Jacobs December 18, 2017 73 years ago on December 16, 1944 began the Battle of the Bulge. It was Adolf Hitler's final gamble, the last major German offensive on the Western Front during World War II. The surprise attack caught the Allied...

Philly scientist set to open youth STEM center in Germantown
Local scientist Tyriane Ragsdale plans to open The Grand Hank STEM Center next month. Provided / The Hank STEM Center Local scientist Tyriane ‘Grand Hank’ Ragsdale is on a mission to inspire youth and increase STEM learning opportunities across...

Music fans to descend on Milton Keynes for Bludfest and Forever Now festivals
Tens of thousands of music fans will be heading to the National Bowl in Milton Keynes next weekend for the return of Bludfest and the inaugural Forever Now festival. Both are taking place on consecutive days and will be headlined by Doncaster...

Bromsgrove International Young Musicians Competition delights crowds
MUSICIANS from around the world went toe to toe earlier this month in Bromsgrove’s renowned International Young Musician’s Competition. Competitors included international artists from South Korea, Spain, Germany and Romania alongside British...

Davido Blames Organisers, Withdraws from London Concert
Nigerian music star Davido has announced his withdrawal from the upcoming concert scheduled for July 3 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, where he was billed to perform alongside global icons Mary J. Blige and 50 Cent. In a statement...

FO° Talks: The Culture of Culture, Part 4: The Sacred Origins of Music
[This is the fourth part of an ongoing series. To read more, see Parts 1, 2 and 3 here.] Peter Isackson: Welcome to FO° Talks. I’m Peter Isackson, Fair Observer’s Chief Strategy Officer. It’s my great pleasure to welcome back the talented opera...