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AI-Generated Avatar Xania Monet Wins Top Honors at First US Music Awards
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The first U.S. AI Music Awards honored creators of AI-assisted songs, with AI avatar Xania Monet winning top artist, song and album awards; her creator, Telisha “Nikki” Jones, wrote the lyrics and used AI to produce the music. Supporters described AI music as a new form of human creativity, while the format remains contentious amid copyright lawsuits and concerns about its effects on music workers.
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Cyprus Blends First Christmas Events With Festivals Music and Arts
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Holiday-season activities range from Cyprus’ cultural festivals and first Christmas celebrations to Louisiana light displays, local markets and community events. New Orleans is also promoting its blend of food, music and historic traditions as a holiday travel destination.
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Veteran Bands Use Music to Support Healing
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Veterans are using music to support recovery and challenge mental-health stigma: The Resilient, a band of severely wounded combat veterans, describes music as a source of connection, while New Orleans’ Vet Jams pairs country performances with open encouragement to seek therapy. Both groups aim to help veterans find support through shared experiences.
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Billboard Launches Global Music Industry Events Calendar
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Music event listings highlight upcoming concerts, theater and arts performances in Greenville and Charlottesville, while Billboard Pro has launched a calendar for major music-industry conferences, festivals and networking events.
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US Forces Shoot Down Iranian Attack Drones Targeting Middle Eastern Country
Jillian Butler · 2 min · 18h
Metalcore Bands and Restaurants Spotlight Athens Music and Food Scenes
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Athens, Georgia’s music scene thrives beyond its major venues, with small clubs and informal stages giving local and touring artists room to perform. Local coverage highlights recent shows and venues that support a wide range of styles, including experimental music and emerging acts.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Holiday Food Events Planned in London, Texas
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Businesses are offering seasonal food and holiday experiences, including free tastings, music and giveaways at three Whole Foods Market locations in London, and a family brunch with Santa and live music at a restaurant in The Woodlands, Texas.
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John Jeter, Handlebar founder, dies at 66
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John Jeter, founder of Greenville’s Handlebar music venue and a writer and educator, has died at 66. Open from 1994 to 2014, the venue helped shape the city’s music scene, and friends and colleagues remembered Jeter for championing artists and making audiences feel welcome.
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Music Features Highlight Artists, Albums, Industry Events
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Music coverage highlights Greensboro coordinator Meredith Gornto’s work overseeing city ensembles and programs, a Montréal gathering offering screen-composer education and networking, and new releases from Upstate and Lindsay Lou. Leah Williamson also discusses the family influences, classic favorites and newer artists that shape her eclectic listening.
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Theater Companies Stage, Plan Classic Shows
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Horlick High School students are staging a fast-paced comic take on Shakespeare, while Redditch Operatic Society will perform the musical My Fair Lady. A separate interview spotlights a new book about Sandy Wilson’s musical The Boy Friend and its place in London theater and gay culture.
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Westerners Don’t Want Their Utilities Tied To California’s Power Market, Poll Shows
A federal power agency is weighing whether to join a California-operated electricity market, but most Westerners polled say their utilities should stay independent.
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Music Spans Prodigies, Medical Research, Community Choirs
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Two young musicians are earning attention for exceptional talent: 10-year-old Miles Bonham taught himself several instruments and has perfect pitch, while 11-year-old pianist Evan Wu performs and composes music and recently won national junior piano performance and composition competitions.
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Jordan Fisher to Lead Broadway’s Purple Rain
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Jordan Fisher will originate Prince’s role as The Kid in the Broadway musical adaptation of Purple Rain, which begins previews at New York’s Majestic Theatre in March 2027. Fisher says the production will showcase his live musicianship, dancing and acrobatics while introducing Prince’s story and music to a new generation.
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Seeing Prince's story reach Broadway could pull in a whole new crowd if they keep the music front and center.
Madonna vs Lady Gaga
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The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
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Wah-Wah Guitar Pioneer Del Casher Dies at 88
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The articles highlight a range of live music events, from Hayley Williams’ São Paulo concert and local Alabama festivals to Houston tour announcements and Waco Symphony’s live orchestral performance of *Top Gun: Maverick*. They also honor guitarist Del Casher, inventor of the wah-wah pedal, for his lasting influence on music.
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Carly Pearce Set for Film Debut in ‘My Jesus’
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Country singer Carly Pearce will make a special appearance in My Jesus, a music-driven coming-of-age film about Anne Wilson’s rise from posting a singing video online to becoming a Christian music star. Written and directed by Kay Oyegun, the film is based on Wilson’s memoir and song of the same name; no premiere date has been announced.
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Elvis and Eminem Rights Holders Sue Suno for AI Copyright Infringement
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Elvis Presley’s rights holders have sued AI music company Suno, alleging it enables users to clone his voice without permission and violates copyright and Tennessee’s ELVIS Act. Separately, Eminem’s publisher Eight Mile Style alleges Suno lets users generate music and lyrics that copy his work; Suno has defended its technology as a tool for creating original music.
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Out: Republican Dumbness. In: Democrat Dumbness. Always: Uniparty Dumbness
Seton Motley · 7 min · 18h
Victoria Music Industry Seeks 1% Concert Levy
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Live-music listings highlight performances across Wisconsin and the Florida Keys, while artists and venues in Victoria are urging political parties to increase funding and protections amid rising costs and venue closures. Pittsburgh country-rock band Junior and the Push, whose members have played together for more than two decades, has released a Halloween-themed “Monster Mash” cover and plans a Christmas song.
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What hobby should you actually pick up?
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Not another 'try journaling.' Twelve questions and the AI prescribes the specific hobby your brain has been asking for.
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TwitchCon Returns to San Diego
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TwitchCon 2026 is underway in San Diego, where CEO Dan Clancy is set to deliver an opening keynote on Twitch’s state and possible platform changes. The convention features streamer meetups, gaming competitions and creator workshops, with an unofficial music afterparty planned for Friday night.
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King 810 Shares Simulacra Simulating Video From New Album
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King 810 released a music video for “Simulacra Simulating,” a new single that uses Jean Baudrillard’s idea of hyperreality to frame love as something real that cannot be replicated. The track is from the Flint, Michigan band’s upcoming album, *La Grande Mort Or Silence Of God*, due November 27 and described as a spiritual successor to its 2016 album.
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Kindersley GOAT Cup Draws 12 Youth Hockey Teams From Alberta and Saskatchewan
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Weekend event guides highlight a youth hockey tournament in Kindersley, alongside performances, live music, quizzes, rugby and other community activities in Teddington, Crewe, Twickenham and Richmond. The offerings range from family-friendly productions to match-day events and concerts.
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Bicyclist Fatally Stabbed Near Leakin Park
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Baltimore police identified the man fatally stabbed near Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park as John Dierker, a Towson University music teacher and accomplished musician. The homicide investigation is ongoing, while a park advocacy group is calling for stronger safety measures, including more ranger resources, lighting and emergency communications.
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FAA Grounds Nationwide Flights Over Communications Issue
The FAA grounded all departing flights nationwide Friday over communications problems at regional air traffic control centers, citing safety concerns as technicians investigated. Airports advised travelers to check with their airlines for u
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Communities plan concerts, 400 care packages for troops
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Communities are preparing for the holidays with volunteer-made care packages for deployed Kansas service members, free Christmas concerts in Ohio and Missouri, and a free children’s ornament-making workshop in San Diego. The events offer ways to support troops and enjoy seasonal music and activities.
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FoodieLand Sets 2027 Dates for Festivals in Five Cities
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FoodieLand announced a 2027 spring tour across Phoenix, Austin, Houston, Dallas and Oklahoma City, with three-day festivals featuring more than 250 food and merchandise vendors, thousands of food offerings, live music and family activities. The events are scheduled from March 19 through April 25.
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Music Competitions, School Programs Inspire Students
Lifestyle
— Nov 5, 2026
School music programs and arts activities help students discover and showcase their talents while supporting personal growth. A student performance in a regional competition illustrates how teachers and family can encourage young musicians to build confidence and pursue their aspirations.
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Air Force Band Performs at Wisconsin Schools
Lifestyle
— Nov 4, 2026
The U.S. Air Force Band performed for Wausau East High School students, pairing live music with a fighter-jet simulator experience to introduce students to music and aviation and connect the military with the community.
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Day Trip Guides Highlight Elk Views and Historic Homes in South
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The articles spotlight easy day trips across the South, from fall foliage and elk country near Harrison, Arkansas, to beaches and attractions near Kingsville, Texas. Alabama options range from Lake Martin, historic sites, and music destinations to scenic overlooks and the Ave Maria Grotto.
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Feds Launch Investigation Into State’s Largest Teachers Union
Libby Bandelin · 3 min · 19h
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