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Nest Fest returns to Red Bird Brewing for two days of music, food, and festival vibes (Kelowna)

Castanet Kamloops · August 3, 2025

Madison Reeve Nest Fest came back strong Saturday night, drawing a full house to Red Bird Brewing for the kickoff of its two-day celebration of live music, food, and summer fun in the heart of downtown Kelowna. Now in its fourth year, the popular...

Italian musical "The Divine Comedy" underlines China-Italy cultural exchange

Xinhua News Agency ·

BEIJING, Aug. 3 (Xinhua) -- Italian musical "The Divine Comedy" has been staged at the Beijing Century Theatre, as part of its first-ever nationwide tour in China to mark the 55th anniversary of China-Italy diplomatic ties. The iconic musical is...

Events scheduled throughout Covington this weekend include music, markets, movies

North Kentucky News · August 3, 2025

This weekend, a variety of events are scheduled to take place across Covington. The city will host activities including live music, food festivals, art shows, and family-friendly gatherings. On Thursday, July 31, Revival Vintage Spirits & Bottle...

Sus Chords, Arpeggio Embellishments, Minor 7 Barres, Humidity, Non-Diatonic Chords | Teaching Artist July Recap

Acoustic Guitar Central - California · August 3, 2025

The five Acoustic Guitar Teaching Artists—Isa Burke, Lisa Liu, Sean McGowan, Mamie Minch, and Thu Tran—are creating lessons just for guitarists like you, with one new lesson every week. You can unlock access for just $5 a month. Here’s a recap of...

MTN Unveils “Next Afrobeats Star” To Groom, Discover Musical Talents

News Investigators Nigeria · August 3, 2025

News Investigators/ MTN Nigeria has unveiled a new reality television show called, “Next Afrobeats Star”, to groom musical talents by providing a lifetime opportunity to turn their dreams and aspirations into reality. Speaking at a news conference...

Priston Music Festival 2025 promises a wonderful family weekend near Bath

The Bath & Wiltshire Parent · August 2, 2025

If you’re looking for a fun, relaxed weekend out with the family this September, the Priston Music Festival is back for its 16th year, bringing an exciting mix of live music and activities to the pretty Somerset village of Priston, just a short...

Smash hit musical to return to Basildon's Towngate Theatre later this year

Echo News ·

Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story will run from September 2 to 6, 2025, as part of its 2025/26 UK tour. The musical charts the rise of Buddy Holly from his rockabilly roots to his final performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, before his...

The Album That Turned Bono and U2 Into “The Political Band”

American Songwriter · August 3, 2025

When one thinks about the relationship between music and politics, they most likely think of musicians such as Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Woody Guthrie, Joan Baez, Green Day, Marvin Gaye, Tom Morello, and, of course, U2. U2 has always had something to...

'End the suffering': British singer Jessie J shares emotional plea following hostage video

Ynet · August 3, 2025

In a story to her 14 million followers, the singer called the images “heartbreaking” and wrote, “I just cannot bear the evil in this world. Please, God, make the suffering end,” accompanied by a broken-heart emoji. David, who was abducted by Hamas...

DeKalb Farmers Market to mark 30th year with prizes, live music

Shaw Local - Illinois ·

The DeKalb Farmers Market will mark its 30th anniversary Thursday, Aug. 7, with special events during National Farmers Market Week. The farmers market will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Van Buer Plaza and include a free raffle with prizes from...

AKAMU Artists on Tour in Europe

Avant Music News · August 3, 2025

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Musical shows in spotlight on Lancaster County theater stages in August; here's what's opening

Lancaster Online - Pennsylvania ·

If you’re hankering to watch a cozy Amish mystery unfold, tap your feet to the music of an early rock ’n’ roll pioneer or enjoy revues of swing music, classic rock or Broadway show tunes, August is a good month for you to seek out some live...

Bruce Springsteen almost drove his band to quit while making 'Born to Run'

New York Post · August 3, 2025

The infamous sax solo Clarence Clemons plays on Bruce Springsteen’s rock classic “Born To Run” is so vibrant and exhilarating that it seems like a moment of pure inspiration on Clemons’ part. In truth, as Peter Ames Carlin lays out in his new...

Taron Egerton willing to turn classic American musical "into a film", says "it would be amazing"

The Times of India ·

(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Taron Egerton willing to turn classic American musical "into a film", says "it would be amazing" (Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Taron Egerton willing to turn classic American musical "into a film", says "it would be...

ProMusica to present 3 free classical concerts in summer music series

The Columbus Dispatch - Ohio ·

ProMusica Chamber Orchestra's free summer concert series returns for its 13th year. The series includes three concerts at two locations: Alum Creek Park North Amphitheater and Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. The math is simple:...

Israeli critically wounded in stabbing by another Israeli at Hungary music festival

Ynet · August 3, 2025

A 26-year-old Israeli man was critically wounded after being stabbed by another Israeli, aged 28, during an altercation at the O.Z.O.R.A. Festival in Hungary, local media reported Sunday, citing a statement from the Fejér County Police. According...

From kennel to VIP room: How one pup’s meet-up with a rock band led to adoption

MLive - Michigan · August 3, 2025

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - The adoptable pets at the Kent County Animal Shelter always have the opportunity to embark on an adventure outside of the kennel. Those road trips usually consist of a walk to the park or a dog-friendly treat from a Starbucks...

Malaysia celebrates the music of South-East Asia as 'KL Street Jam' kicks off in style at the city centre

The Malaysian Star · August 3, 2025

The KL Street Jam 2025 kicked off with many Malaysians and tourists joining in the patriotic fervor at KL's Laman Jejak Pahlawan, Bulatan Dato’ Onn on Saturday (Aug 2), in a special edition event in conjunction with Malaysia’s 68th National Day...

Music as Survival: Trumpeter Louis Bannet's Chilling Ultimatum at Auschwitz

All About Jazz · August 3, 2025

Before the war, violinist and trumpeter Louis Bannet was a celebrated jazz musician in Holland, often called "the Dutch Louis Armstrong." Once, before the war, he heard a knock on his dressing room door. "So you're the Dutch Louis Armstrong?" a...

Singer Jeannie Seely dies at 85

Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette · August 3, 2025

NEW YORK -- Jeannie Seely, the soulful country music singer behind such standards like "Don't Touch Me," has died. She was 85. Her publicist, Don Murry Grubbs, said she died Friday after succumbing to complications from an intestinal infection....