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Kanye West postpones concert in Marseille, France

Rapper Kanye West is postponing a concert in Marseille, France, after reports that France's interior minister is seeking to stop him from performing.

Eurovision will be streamed live worldwide on YouTube

The EBU has announced the Eurovision Song Contest will be streamed live worldwide on YouTube, making it free to follow.

Zara Larsson could win five AMAs

Zara Larsson could win as many as five awards at the American Music Awards (AMAs) this spring.

Irish singer Moya Brennan dies aged 73

Irish singer Moya Brennan has died, the BBC reports.

Massive Attack frontman Robert Del Naja arrested after London Palestine demonstration

Trip-hop band Massive Attack's frontman Robert Del Naja has been arrested by police after a demonstration in support of Palestine in London.

Disappointment at the World Culture Museums as concerns grow

The Royal Swedish Opera, the Dramaten, and three of the central museums will receive approximately 50 million kronor in compensation for the new market rental model in the government's spring bill. However, the bill gives no information about the future of the East Asian or Mediterranean museums.

Legendary Bollywood star Asha Bhosle dies at 92

Bollywood star Asha Bhosle has died. The Indian singer was 92 years old.

The Mummy leaves Masked Singer after face-off with The Egg

"Masked Singer" offered a movie-themed episode with classics from films such as "Rocky", "The Bodyguard" and "Barbie".

Noah Kahan coming to Stockholm, Sweden this fall

Noah Kahan is coming to Sweden for a concert in Stockholm this fall. On November 29, the singer-songwriter will perform at Avicii Arena.

The success of the secret - Only friends really listen

After writing several hit songs for others, Olga Myko has stepped into the spotlight. Her single “Use Me!” has been streamed over 40 million times, and now she could win a Grammy. "I kind of think it's just me and my friends who listen. But it turns out that's not the case," she says.

Fewer people are starting their own businesses in the music industry

Bankruptcies are increasing in the music industry. At the same time, the number of new companies is decreasing significantly.

P3 names the places that have changed Swedish music since 2000

For two weeks, Sveriges Radio P3 will compile a list of places that have changed Swedish music since 2000.

MIA to release gospel album M.I.7 on April 17

Sri Lankan-British rapper MIA is releasing a new album on April 17. "M.I.7" is described as a "gospel" album, NME writes.

Bleachers is coming to Sweden for the first time, playing Annexet in Stockholm on November 13

For the first time ever, the American band Bleachers - fronted by Jack Antonoff - is coming to Sweden.

Veronica Maggio sings at this year's Grammy Awards in Stockholm

Veronica Maggio, Viagra Boys - and the acclaimed young indie band Nektar. Here are the artists performing at this year's Grammy Awards.

The Prodigy to play Avicii Arena in Stockholm on November 15

British electronic music group The Prodigy is coming to Sweden. On November 15, the band will play Avicii Arena in Stockholm.

Celine Dion expands comeback with six more concerts

Albert Mazibuko, Ladysmith Black Mambazo lead singer, dies at 77

Albert Mazibuko, lead singer of the iconic South African group Ladysmith Black Mambazo, has died at the age of 77, the BBC reports.

Kanye West says he would be grateful to meet Jewish community in the UK

Kanye West says he "would be grateful" to meet members of the Jewish community in the UK after his booking at the Wireless music festival sparked controversy.

Rapper Offset shot in Hollywood, Florida - two arrested

Rapper Offset was shot in Hollywood, Florida, on Monday evening, a spokesperson for the artist said.

Draft of Bob Dylan song I'm Not There found in Allen Ginsberg's book

Almost 60 years after it was written, a draft of the lyrics to Bob Dylan's song "I'm Not There" has been discovered - tucked into a paperback belonging to poet Allen Ginsberg, The Guardian reports.

Kanye West booking at Wireless music festival in London stirs up a storm in the UK

The Wireless music festival in London is in serious trouble after booking Kanye West as a headliner, the BBC reports.

Stockholm Concert Hall, the city's musical living room, turns 100

A live lion, Bob Dylan and a bunch of sweaty wrestlers. They have all stood onstage in “the blue house with the red heart”. Now the Stockholm Concert Hall is opening its doors to celebrate its 100th anniversary.

Lauryn Hill guests at Kanye West's concert

Kanye West was joined during a concert on Friday by his former brother-in-law, Travis Scott, and his idol, Lauryn Hill, reports NME.

Former Justice Minister Thomas Bodström had to leave Masked Singer

Former Minister of Justice Thomas Bodström appeared in the second season of "Masked Singer" as the Desert Rat. "I wonder if I've ever experienced so much secrecy before," he said on the program.

Ida-Lova: From a successful year to her debut album

After a 2025 filled with awards and millions of streams, Ida-Lova is now releasing her debut album. "I have found the courage to dare to believe in myself," she tells TT.

Felicia to perform second in Eurovision first semi-final in Vienna

Felicia and her song "My System" are set to perform second in the first semi-final of this year's Eurovision Song Contest.

Woman charged with molesting Ghost singer Tobias Forge

A woman is being charged with molesting Tobias Forge, singer of the Swedish metal band Ghost, Aftonbladet reports.

Concert venue Maxim in Stockholm threatened with bankruptcy

The concert and theater venue Maxim in Östermalm, Stockholm, needs 10 million kronor - otherwise it faces bankruptcy.

Classic song is trending on Spotify, but GES is ignoring the World Cup

"When we dig gold in the USA" has been streaming on Spotify since the national team secured a World Cup berth. However, GES has no intention of repeating the success.

80s band Erasure stops touring - I don't want to do it anymore, says Vince Clarke

Erasure is stopping touring. Enough is enough, says synth player Vince Clarke. - "I don't want to do it anymore," he says in a new interview.

Eurovision Song Contest launches in Asia with final in Bangkok on November 14 this year

The Eurovision Song Contest is launching in Asia. Ten countries are set to take part in the music competition, which will include national qualifying competitions and culminate with a final in Bangkok on November 14 this year.

Céline Dion makes a comeback - ten concerts in Paris

Under the lights of the Eiffel Tower - and on her own birthday - Céline Dion announces her return to the stage in a video.

Royal Swedish Opera to close in December

The closure of the Royal Swedish Opera is approaching for a SEK 1 billion renovation. "We will have the final performance at the opera house at the beginning of December," says CEO Fredrik Lindgren.