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Cara Delevingne plays Elton John in music video
The model strikes an uncanny resemblance to the music icon in a remake of the 1973 video.BBC News - 23m -
Oscars 2025: Shortlists reveal front-runners for international features, documentary
The film academy announced the shortlists for the 97th Oscars, highlighting top contenders in categories including music, sound, makeup and visual effects.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
New CBS News documentary explores efforts to bridge divides between Muslims and Jews
"Finding Common Ground: Muslims and Jews Bridging the Gap" showcases the work of NewGround, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit fostering dialogue on divisive issues. The documentary comes amid ...CBS News - 8h -
AP's top music documentaries of 2024: Taylor Swift, ABBA, the Boss and more — and where to watch
Here are some of The Associated Press’ favorite music documentaries of the year — in no particular order — along with where to find themABC News - 1d -
The TV Shows, Movies and Music That Readers Loved in 2024
Critical favorites like “Anora,” “Cowboy Carter” and “The Bear” still left room for more recent arrivals like “Wicked” and Broadway’s “Maybe Happy Ending.”The New York Times - 1d -
Virgin Music Group acquires Downtown Music Holdings for $775 million
Virgin Music Group, a division of Universal Music Group, said Monday that it acquired Downtown Music Holdings for $775 million.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Rock pioneer Brenda Lee shines in new documentary. 'I just wanted to sing'
Come and take a trip to the giddy birth of rock ‘n’ roll through the eyes of one of its pioneers — Brenda LeeABC News - 2d -
Sir Alex: Watch the trailer for new two-part BBC documentary
Watch the teaser trailer for the BBC's new two-part documentary about British football's most-decorated manager, Sir Alex Ferguson.BBC News - 5d -
Record archive nonprofit facing lawsuit from music labels
The Internet Archive has been working to make early sound recording accessible online through their "Great 78" project. Now, they are facing a lawsuit from major record labels. NBC News' Ellison ...NBC News - 5d -
Devolver cofounder Mike Wilson unveils Realize Music wellness VR app
Have you ever felt better after singing in the shower? Well, serial game entrepreneur Mike Wilson thinks you'll feel better singing in virtual reality.VentureBeat - 6d -
Am-dram Alien documentary comes to TV as ‘unintentional pantomime’
Documentary about amateur theatre group’s take on classic horror film made available to wider audience. For anyone who is weary of the usual feelgood festive films – Love Actually, Elf, Miracle on ...The Guardian - 6d -
Gastineau confronts Favre in documentary for his 'dive' on Strahan's record-breaking sack
Former New York Jets star Mark Gastineau confronted Brett Favre last year at a memorabilia show and angrily accused the Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback of deliberately going down on a ...ABC News - Dec. 11 -
Billie Eilish on doubts, creating new music and Grammy nominations
Billie Eilish is already a nine-time Grammy winner, but the 22-year-old says she still has doubts about her ability to create new music. She spoke to CBS News' Anthony Mason about her fears and her ...CBS News - Dec. 10 -
'Wicked,' back at the Pantages Theatre, is as popular as ever. But is it a good musical?
'Wicked,' soaring onscreen, has returned to the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. This production reveals what the movie gets right, as well as weaknesses neither version can overcome.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 10 -
The magic of winter in West Cork, where music, food and drink lift the spirits
Ireland’s southernmost tip has been reinvigorated by new vibrant venues, markets and restaurants, which has brought an energy that brightens even the darker months. When our son was very young, we ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Best of 2024: Our picks for the top TV shows, movies, music, books, art and theater
"Dune: Part Two" and "Anora." Beyoncé, Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan. "The Vince Staples Show" and "The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin." "Kimberly Akimbo" and "Waiting for ...Los Angeles Times - Dec. 9 -
Music Review: The National bring a burst of energy to their brooding music on live album, 'Rome'
The indie rock band The National bring an abundance of energy for a brooding middle-aged group, as evidenced on their new live album, “Rome.”ABC News - Dec. 9 -
Marvin Laird, Musical Presence on and Off Broadway, Dies at 85
He conducted Broadway shows and worked with Bernadette Peters. But he was probably best known for writing the music for the darkly comic “Ruthless!”The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
Raygun musical cancelled after viral Olympian's legal threat
Creator Steph Broadbridge says lawyers for Rachael Gunn sent a cease and desist letter.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
'The best way to effect change is through music'
Rap artist Smack Jay brought a message of human rights and respect to primary school pupils in Belfast.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
Miho Nakayama, Japanese Music and Movie Star, Dies at 54
A top-selling pop singer as a teenager in the 1980s, she also had an award-winning career as a dramatic actress.The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
Raygun-inspired musical cancelled in Sydney after breakdancer Rachael Gunn complained
Raygun: The Musical creator Steph Broadbridge told her Instagram followers lawyers had concerns it would damage the controversial breaker’s reputation. Get our breaking news email , free app ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
A New ESPN Documentary Covers the Jets’ Famed ‘New York Sack Exchange’
The film is a captivating look at one of the most talked-about defensive units in the history of the N.F.L.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Israeli-Palestinian pop group "as1one" on how they promote unity through music
"as1one" is the first male pop group to include both Israeli and Palestinian artists, formed after a talent search in Israel. The group's message of unity remained strong even in the aftermath of ...CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Sudan documentary implores world to remember how a hopeful revolution became a forgotten war
A new documentary chronicles Sudan's 2019 revolution and the period of time immediately after the ouster of military dictator Omar Al-BashirABC News - Dec. 6 -
Freedman Town's history comes to life in new documentary
Kathleen Sanders shares the story of her grandmother, Katie Johnson Warren, in a new documentary. The film explores the history of Freedman Town as a safe haven for African Americans during a time ...CBS News - Dec. 6 -
The Devil Wears Prada is a slim, superficial musical
Not even Elton John’s songs can redeem this predictable show at London’s Dominion TheatreFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
Animation and VFX shake up the well-worn musical biopic format
Two films have created something of a subgenre in which animation and visual effects inject a new creative spark into the familiar tale of a musician's rise to fame.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 6 -
He had a vision for the end of the world. Of course, it had to be a musical
Deep in a bunker, a family keeps on singing in the year's most nightmarish piece of future shock. Director Joshua Oppenheimer had never made a musical before.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 5 -
How TwoSet Violin Won Fame by Poking Fun at Classical Music
After 11 years, Eddy Chen and Brett Yang are moving on from their beloved, enormously popular comedy duo TwoSet Violin.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
How high can 'Wicked' fly? Competition for top musicals is extremely high
Disney dominates the list of 10 top-grossing Hollywood musicals, but Universal hopes 'Wicked' will break through.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 5 -
Lisa Lisa on rediscovering her voice and creating new music
Lisa Lisa talks about her unforgettable 80s hits, her journey in music and how her perspective has changed over the years.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Dolly Parton on combining music and storytelling for her holiday-themed children's book
Dolly Parton joins "CBS Mornings" to unveil her latest children's book, "Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas," which features her real-life French bulldog, Billy.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Spotify unveils its annual 2024 wrapped music roundups
Spotify just dropped its annual wrapped roundups giving users all the data about their most-streamed music of the year. The three top songs around the world in 2024 were Sabrina Carpenter's ...NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Invisible Nation — a tour de force documentary about Taiwan
The island’s former president Tsai Ing-wen is the star of a thoughtful study of Taiwan’s past, present and uncertain futureFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
RFK Jr. asks Aaron Rodgers if he’s considered politics in trailer for Netflix documentary
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. asked NFL player Aaron Rodgers in a trailer for an upcoming Netflix documentary series if he has considered entering politics. "Have you thought about going into politics?" ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Kendrick Lamar tops Apple Music's 2024 song chart and women make history
Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” topped Apple Music’s global song chart in 2024 as the giant music streamer released year-end lists Tuesday and provided listeners with data on their own most ...ABC News - Dec. 3 -
A pink Deco home was the inspiration for ‘Friends’ theme writer Allee Willis; her creative life revealed in new documentary
The documentary reveals not only the Hall of Fame songwriter’s ups and downs but also many clips of the whimsical, pink, two-story house.MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
The Classical Music Our Critics Can’t Stop Thinking About
Watch and listen to five recent highlights, including performances by Davóne Tines and Lise Davidsen, and a new album by Ethan Iverson.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Andy Paley, Whose Imprint Was All Over Pop Music, Dies at 73
Musician, singer, songwriter, producer and more, he collaborated with Madonna and a raft of other artists and helped resuscitate the career of the Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson.The New York Times - Nov. 28