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Iconic Songwriter Kris Kristofferson Dies at 88

Kris Kristofferson 1936 – 2024 “Kris Kristofferson believed to his core that creativity is God-given, and that those who ignore…

4 weeks ago

JD. Souther: One of the Greatest of the Greatest Generation

Singer-Songwriter JD. Souther died on Tuesday September 17th, 2024. The press reports named no cause of death but I heard…

2 months ago

Brazilian Singer Ayres Sasaki Fatally Electrocuted Onstage

Brazilian rocker Ayres Sasaki, a beloved singer known for his soulful voice and dynamic performances, died after being electrocuted on…

4 months ago

ABOUT THAT SHACK OUTSIDE LA GRANGE

In the heart of Texas folklore, few places have garnered as much mystique and intrigue as the legendary Chicken Shack.…

5 months ago

The Future of Music: How AI Is Changing the Music Industry

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionize the music industry, bringing about transformative changes in how music is created, produced,…

5 months ago

Spotify’s Big Shift Towards Bundled Offerings

Spotify, the global leader in music streaming, is making significant strides towards diversifying its service portfolio by embracing bundled offerings.…

5 months ago

Looks Like Diddy Ain’t Exactly Brother Love

Throughout his many multifaceted careers, Sean Combs has gone through a lot of names. First he was Puff Daddy. Then…

6 months ago

DJ RITMO honors victims of Nova festival by performing at empty massacre site

On Tuesday, an Israeli DJ honored the memories of victims who were killed during the Nova music festival in Re'im on October…

12 months ago

An AI-Generated List of Song and Songwriting Competitions?

Sure, here's the list alphabetized by contest name. There are a lot more song contests and competitions out there. If…

1 year ago

Damaged Beyond All Repair

My neighbors were gettin' their drink on and blasting their music and I was not even remotely annoyed... 'cause I…

1 year ago

When is Pilgrimage Music Festival?

The next Pilgrimage Music and Heritage Festival will take place September 23 and 24th in Franklin, TN, just south of…

1 year ago

Who is Oliver Anthony?

Oliver Anthony is the stage name of musician Christopher Anthony Lunsford, an unassuming man from Virginia, whose country song "Rich…

1 year ago

Music City Grand Prix Sep 14-15, 2024!

Now in its fourth year, the Music City Grand Prix is picking up speed! (Pun intended!). Nashville-based mega brand Big…

1 year ago

Randy Meisner: Another Eagle Flies

In the world of rock and roll, there are legendary bands that have left an indelible mark on the music…

1 year ago

Sinead O’Connor: The World Loses Another Great Voice

Sadly, the music world and beyond has lost yet another iconic rock voice. Irish singer, songwriter and activist Sinead O'Connor…

1 year ago

“Try That In A Small Town” Controversy: Country Music’s Conundrum

Country music has long been celebrated for its storytelling prowess, often drawing from real-life experiences and cultural mores. However, with…

1 year ago

Louis Armstrong: What A Wonderful World

Often a great performing artist's career is largely defined by one very famous song. One might name Frank Sinatra and…

1 year ago

The New Louis Armstrong Center: A Tribute to the Jazz Icon

Louis Armstrong Home and Original Museum Louis Armstrong Home Museum on 107th Street in Corona, Queens, NY Louis Armstrong passed…

1 year ago

Who Invented The Saxophone?

Featured Image Courtesy of National Saxophone Day In the vast universe of music, there are few names that carry more…

1 year ago

I’m Too Sexy For My…

What are YOU too sexy for? Well, if you're like me, twenty some years ago I was a whole lot…

1 year ago

Who Wrote God Bless America?

Irving Berlin 1906 Irving Berlin, by all accounts one of America's greatest songwriters, came to America in 1893 when his…

1 year ago

What Is Square Roots Festival?

A Real Nice Music & Craft Beer Street Fest! Square Roots brings together the best of Lincoln Square, Chicago, and…

1 year ago

The Battle Hymn of the Republic

Mine Eyes Have Seen The Glory According to Wikipedia, "The original words and music [to The Battle Hymn of the Republic]…

1 year ago

Who Wrote the Rock Classic Wild Thing?

Recorded by such diverse acts as Kermit the Frog, Jeff Beck, and Jimi Hendrix, it was Andover England's The Troggs who…

1 year ago

When Is The Hawai’i Songwriting Festival?

Hawai'i Songwriting Festival The 2023 Hawai‘i Songwriting Festival is scheduled for JUNE 8 - 10, 2023! The Hawai'i Songwriting Festival…

1 year ago

Tina Turner Queen of Rock n’ Roll Dies at 83

The world of music has lost one of its greatest voices and visages, "The Queen of Rock n' Roll," Tina…

1 year ago

Is The Weeknd Changing His Name?

In the world of pop stars, it's not unheard of for a major established artist to change their name, their…

1 year ago

Fun Things To Do In Nashville

Don't Forget to Try the Famous Nashville Hot Chicken! Country Music Hall of Fame The Country Music Hall of Fame…

2 years ago

Nashville’s Famous Hot Chicken

The first stop for many "Music City" visitors is for some of Nashville's famous Hot Chicken! There are plenty of…

2 years ago