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Madagascar launches 24/7 suicide prevention hotline with hip-hop campaign
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Nearly 4,000 young people filled Antsahamanitra amphitheater in Madagascar on Oct. 10 for the launch of 16 MESURES, a national suicide prevention campaign tied to World Mental Health Day. The effort brings together local and international…
NXT Awards to fund $49,000 in scholarships and honor Atlanta music icons
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The second annual NXT Awards will take over Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta on Oct. 25, pairing music honors with a $49,000 scholarship initiative for seven community members.
Roosevelt opens with food, music, film and events in Downtown Phoenix
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Roosevelt, a new hybrid hospitality venue in Phoenix’s Roosevelt Row Arts District, is celebrating its grand opening through October and November.
Jeff Sewald donates 60 music interviews to Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
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Award-winning writer and documentary filmmaker Jeff Sewald has given the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 60 of his audio interviews with major music stars.
Sisters of the Valley launches Spotify podcast led by younger members
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The California sisterhood known for plant-based medicine and women’s empowerment has launched Sit Down With The Sisters on Spotify.
PharmaGambit launches Three Moves Ahead podcast on Spotify and YouTube
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PharmaGambit has launched a new podcast, Three Moves Ahead, on Spotify and YouTube to help pharma teams stress-test launch plans and anticipate competitor responses.
Anour releases Halloween music video for Shelley & Frankenstein
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Montreal-based singer-songwriter Anour has released a music video for “Shelley & Frankenstein,” a theatrical track from her debut self-titled album.
Music merch drops platforms market seen reaching $6.37 billion by 2030
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The market for music merch drops platforms is projected to grow 14.7% a year through 2030, fueled by social commerce, limited-edition fan products and deeper artist-brand tie-ups. North America leads today, while Asia-Pacific is expected to grow…
Donnie McClurkin releases final recorded album Finally
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Donnie McClurkin has released Finally, which he says will be his last recorded album, while he continues live appearances and his nationally syndicated radio show.
Dr. Johnsen sets audiobook and music CD launch for Nov. 1 after award recognition
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Dr. Matthew C. Johnsen will launch the audiobook edition of To Make the World a Better Place: Poems of Hope and Healing and his Murmuration CD on Nov. 1 in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Moscow-born artist Yulia Shic blends ballet, music and cultural history in contemporary paintings
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Los Angeles-based artist Yulia Shic is drawing attention for paintings shaped by the Bolshoi Theatre, classical music and her life across Europe.
Music streaming market to top $77B by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the global music streaming market is on track to surpass $77 billion by 2030, with North America and the United States expected to remain the biggest demand centers.
Romero symphonic concert to debut in Pittsburgh with lost film screening
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The George A. Romero Foundation and the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust will premiere a new live symphonic concert honoring the filmmaker on March 26, 2027, at the Byham Theater.
Boulder Concert Band teams up with CSU occupational therapy for musician support
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Boulder Concert Band has partnered with Colorado State University’s occupational therapy department to assess challenges that can affect adult musicians’ playing and well-being.
Martha Reeves and Fred Schneider remix debuts on Music Week pop chart
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Martha Reeves and Fred Schneider’s remix of “I Got It Bad” opened at No. 27 on Music Week’s Commercial Pop chart, adding fresh momentum to Reeves’ 2026 album cycle.
English Chamber Orchestra gala raises support for education and emerging talent
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The English Chamber Orchestra used its Royal Gala Fundraiser 2026 at Banqueting House in London to court donors, honor supporters and spotlight music education and new artist development.
Foodzee adds voice coaching and music rewards to mealtime app
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Foodzee, a USDA Dietary Guidelines National Strategic Partner, released a major update to its Foodzee Games app that adds an interactive voice experience, Dance Party rewards and other features aimed at making healthy eating more engaging for…
16-year-old producer MD3 Beats lands music in RZA film
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Michael Doty, the 16-year-old Long Island producer known as MD3 Beats, has music featured in RZA’s horror anthology segment and is building credits with Wu-Tang-linked artists.
Prana Kishore lands five official Grammy entries for two albums
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Nashville singer-songwriter and Grammy Voting member Prana Kishore secured five official entries across two albums for the 2027 Grammy Awards, according to the Recording Academy’s Oct. 10, 2026 announcements.
Eric HZ says Asian pop’s GRAMMY moment should widen doors for Chinese-language music
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Chinese singer-songwriter Eric HZ says the Recording Academy’s new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category could help Asian music reach global audiences, while also sparking more recognition for distinct languages and traditions.
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