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Fanny Avonne nominated for two Music Publishers’ Awards, with a third nomination for co-written song

Fanny Avonne could win two prizes at the Music Publishers' Awards gala - and is involved in a third.

Taylor Swift to release four new songs with Max Martin and Shellback on The Life of a Showgirl: The Encore

Taylor Swift is releasing four new songs on Friday as part of a new version of her latest album. "I went to Sweden," the star writes on Instagram.

New Swedish Music Museum to Open in Västervik Next Summer

A new museum about Swedish music will open next summer in Västervik. The museum will feature everything from Abba to Zara Larsson and "tell the story of the Swedish musical wonder," according to a press release.

Max Martin and Shellback sell Wolf Cousins song catalog

Swedish songwriters Max Martin and Shellback, who have been behind many of the biggest hits of the last 30 years, have sold the rights to their song catalog from the Wolf Cousins collective.

Government music export award goes to surprised opera singer Christina Nilsson

Zara Larsson and Grammy- and Oscar-winning Ludwig Göransson have to stand back. The government's music export prize goes to opera singer Christina Nilsson. It hasn't sunk in yet, she tells TT.

New success for Max Martin in the US - 29th number one on the US singles chart

Taylor Swift's "Opalite" tops the US singles chart this week, giving Swedish star producer Max Martin his 29th number one in the US - bringing him ever closer to Paul McCartney's record.

Insane song treasure in Max Martin musical

What happens if Julia doesn't die in Shakespeare's classic drama? That question is central to the musical "& Julia", which uses only songs by Max Martin. His songbook is incredible. Actually, it's completely insane, says Viktor Norén, who plays one of the main roles.

Britney Spears selling her song catalog in $200 million deal

Britney Spears is selling the rights to her song catalog with hits like "...Baby One More Time" and "Oops!... I Did It Again".

The year of fun – July – December: Skifs, Oasis and Siw

Oasis makes a comeback, Zara Lundell goes viral and Siw Malmkvist, soon to be 89, is back in the spotlight. Björn Skifs and Mikael Wiehe say they have dementia. Here is the year of entertainment 2025, part two: July – December.

Zara Larsson Grammy nominated for the first time

Zara Larsson is nominated for a Grammy for the first time. The Swedish pop star can be awarded in the category of "best dance pop song" for "Midnight Sun".

Max Martin Nears Paul McCartney's US Chart Record with Swift Hit

The success of Taylor Swift's new album means that Max Martin reaches a new milestone in the USA. The song "The fate of Ophelia" is the Swedish star producer's 28th number one on Billboard's singles list.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Announce Engagement

Pop star Taylor Swift has engaged to the American football player Travis Kelce.

Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter Collaborate on New Album Track

Taylor Swift's upcoming new album "The life of a showgirl" will contain a collaboration with Sabrina Carpenter, writes Aftonbladet.

Taylor Swift Records New Album in Sweden with Max Martin and Shellback

Taylor Swift flew unnoticed to Sweden to record her new album "The life of a showgirl" together with the producers Max Martin and Shellback. These guys, they are geniuses, she tells in the podcast New Heights.

Taylor Swift Hints at Swedish Collaboration on New Album

”The life of a showgirl” is the title of Taylor Swift's new album. But the message about when it is released is delayed. However, it seems that she is working with Swedish songwriters again.

Ilya Salmanzadeh Wins Government Music Export Prize

Ilya Salmanzadeh receives the government's music export prize. The star producer is the man behind famous hit songs with Ariana Grande, Sam Smith and Ed Sheeran. It is very big for me, says Salmanzadeh.

So this year's last contribution to Melodifestivalen sounds like

Abba-metal, Partille-Motown, eurodisco for the gays and even more countrypop. This is what the contributions in the fifth and final round of Melodifestivalen sound like.

Max Martin Musical to be Staged in Sweden

The successful musical "& Julia", which revolves around Max Martin's music catalog, is coming to Sweden next year. Viktor Norén plays one of the leading roles. Max Martin has a melodic language that strikes emotional chords with very many, he says to TT.

Ingrosso and Gambino Compete for Grammis

First, he made a success at P3 Gold Gala, now Benjamin Ingrosso gets a new super chance. At this year's Grammis Gala, he can take home the most awards of all – but is posthumously challenged by the rapper C Gambino.

Yung Lean receives Stim award

Yung Lean receives Stims award Platinagitarren. The jury believes that the versatile hip-hop artist has managed to master "the almost impossible art of balancing breadth with great musical integrity".

Boy Band Tribute on Tour

Everything You Need to Know About Tonight's Grammy Awards

Tonight it's time for the music industry's most glamorous gala. Or? Here's everything you need to know about this year's Grammy Awards.

Norlin receives the Music Publishers' Award

Max Martin, Ludwig Göransson, and Annika Norlin. Three of Sweden's most acclaimed songwriters are awarded at the Music Publishers' Gala.

Billion Success for Britney Spears Video