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AP's top music documentaries of 2024: Taylor Swift, ABBA, the Boss and more — and where to watch
Read full article: AP's top music documentaries of 2024: Taylor Swift, ABBA, the Boss and more — and where to watchHere are some of The Associated Press’ favorite music documentaries of the year — in no particular order — along with where to find them.
The end of an Eras tour approaches, marking a bittersweet moment for Taylor Swift fans
Read full article: The end of an Eras tour approaches, marking a bittersweet moment for Taylor Swift fansThe global phenomenon that is Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is coming to an end after the popstar performed more than 150 shows across five continents over nearly two years.
The year in review: Influential people who died in 2024
Read full article: The year in review: Influential people who died in 2024O.J. Simpson’s “trial of the century” over the 1994 killings of his ex-wife and her friend bared divisions over race and law enforcement and brought an intersection of sports, crime, entertainment and class that was hard to turn away from.
Obama, Springsteen boost Harris as she warns of ‘brutally serious’ consequences if Trump wins
Read full article: Obama, Springsteen boost Harris as she warns of ‘brutally serious’ consequences if Trump winsBruce Springsteen and Barack Obama lent their star power to Kamala Harris’ quest for the presidency on Thursday as the vice president implored Georgia voters to consider the “brutally serious” consequences if Donald Trump wins a second term in the White House.
Patti Scialfa, Springsteen's wife and bandmate, reveals cancer diagnosis
Read full article: Patti Scialfa, Springsteen's wife and bandmate, reveals cancer diagnosisPatti Scialfa (Skee-AHL-fah), Bruce Springsteen’s wife and E Street bandmate, says she has been dealing with multiple myeloma, a form of blood cancer.
Veterans’ fundraiser draws Bruce Springsteen, Jerry Seinfeld, Questlove and Norah Jones
Read full article: Veterans’ fundraiser draws Bruce Springsteen, Jerry Seinfeld, Questlove and Norah JonesJerry Seinfeld, Bruce Springsteen, Jim Gaffigan, Norah Jones, Questlove and the ever-present Jon Stewart will stand up later this year at the annual Stand Up for Heroes fundraiser.
Pop group ABBA ask Donald Trump to stop using their songs, but Trump team says they have the OK
Read full article: Pop group ABBA ask Donald Trump to stop using their songs, but Trump team says they have the OKSwedish supergroup ABBA has asked Donald Trump to stop using their music at campaign rallies, but the Republican presidential nominee’s campaign says it has permission.
Maurice Williams, writer and lead singer of ‘Stay,’ dead at 86
Read full article: Maurice Williams, writer and lead singer of ‘Stay,’ dead at 86Maurice Williams, a rhythm and blues singer and composer who with his backing group the Zodiacs became one of rock's great one-shot acts with the classic ballad "Stay," has died at 86.
Artists who object to Trump using their songs from Celine Dion and Isaac Hayes' estate: How it works
Read full article: Artists who object to Trump using their songs from Celine Dion and Isaac Hayes' estate: How it worksPop powerhouses, American classics, British artists and estates of deceased legends — many musicians have objected to former president Donald Trump using their songs at campaign events.
Toronto Film Festival lineup includes movies from Angelina Jolie, Mike Leigh, more
Read full article: Toronto Film Festival lineup includes movies from Angelina Jolie, Mike Leigh, moreThe Angelina Jolie-directed war film “Without Blood,” a documentary about Bruce Springsteen and Mike Leigh’s contemporary tragicomedy “Hard Truths” will have their world premieres at the Toronto International Film Festival this fall.
Steve Van Zandt gets rock star treatment in new documentary
Read full article: Steve Van Zandt gets rock star treatment in new documentaryAs a musician, writer, producer, actor, and activist, Steve Van Zandt has expressed himself artistically in many ways for more than 50 years and now he has his own documentary, “Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple.”.
Photos offer a glimpse of Bonnaroo music festival in Tennessee
Read full article: Photos offer a glimpse of Bonnaroo music festival in TennesseeThe Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival is underway in Tennessee, bringing tens of thousands of fans to a 700-acre farm campground and concert venue for more than 150 performances this weekend.
Duane Eddy, twangy guitar hero of early rock, dead at age 86
Read full article: Duane Eddy, twangy guitar hero of early rock, dead at age 86Duane Eddy, a pioneering guitar hero whose reverberating electric sound on instrumentals such as “Rebel Rouser,” “Forty Miles of Bad Road" and “Cannonball” helped put the twang in early rock ‘n’ roll and influenced George Harrison, Bruce Springsteen and countless other musicians, has died at age 86.
Hits for sale: Notable artists who have had their music catalogs sell for big money
Read full article: Hits for sale: Notable artists who have had their music catalogs sell for big moneyKiss agreed to sell their catalog, brand name and IP to Swedish company Pophouse in a deal estimated to be over $300 million.
Bruce Springsteen becomes first international songwriter made a fellow of Britain's Ivors Academy
Read full article: Bruce Springsteen becomes first international songwriter made a fellow of Britain's Ivors AcademyBruce Springsteen is the first international songwriter to be named a fellow of The Ivors Academy, the U.
Bruce Springsteen returns to the stage in Phoenix after health issues postponed his 2023 world tour
Read full article: Bruce Springsteen returns to the stage in Phoenix after health issues postponed his 2023 world tourBruce Springsteen and the E Street Band returned to the stage at the Footprint Center in Phoenix in a triumphant reboot of the Boss’ postponed 2023 world tour.
What to stream this weekend: Ariana Grande, 'Wonka,' Garth Brooks, animal queens and 'Poor Things'
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: Ariana Grande, 'Wonka,' Garth Brooks, animal queens and 'Poor Things'This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include a new album from pop princess Ariana Grande, a docuseries on National Geographic that follows female leaders of the animal kingdom and the Emma Stone-led “Poor Things” landing on Hulu, just in time for the Academy Awards.
New Jersey comes West to kick off Grammy weekend with native sons Jon Bon Jovi and Bruce Springsteen
Read full article: New Jersey comes West to kick off Grammy weekend with native sons Jon Bon Jovi and Bruce SpringsteenNew Jersey was front and center in Los Angeles two nights before the Grammy Awards.
What to stream this weekend: Donald Glover, Run-D.M.C., 'Choir' and bye to 'Curb Your Enthusiasm'
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: Donald Glover, Run-D.M.C., 'Choir' and bye to 'Curb Your Enthusiasm'This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include the launch of the final season of “Curb Your Enthusiasm" on Sunday, Donald Glover starring as a spy in the new TV series “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” and a documentary on Run-D.
Inside the 2024 Golden Globes: What you didn’t see on camera
Read full article: Inside the 2024 Golden Globes: What you didn’t see on cameraThe Golden Globe Awards likes to think of itself as the party of the year, but instead of a debauched, champagne-fueled romp, it can sometimes feel more like a strange high school reunion for the extremely famous.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is the first tour to gross over $1 billion, Pollstar says
Read full article: Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is the first tour to gross over $1 billion, Pollstar saysTaylor Swift's incomparable year has reached another milestone — the concert trade publication Pollstar says Swift’s Eras Tour has earned more than $1 billion.
Lucinda Williams talks about writing and performing rock 'n' roll after her stroke
Read full article: Lucinda Williams talks about writing and performing rock 'n' roll after her strokeOn Saturday, the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams embarked on her 2023 tour, kicking off at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.
Bruce Springsteen postpones all 2023 tour dates until 2024 as he recovers from peptic ulcer disease
Read full article: Bruce Springsteen postpones all 2023 tour dates until 2024 as he recovers from peptic ulcer diseaseBruce Springsteen and the E Street Band’s 2023 tour will be postponed until 2024, citing doctor’s advice.
Rolling Stone co-founder Jann Wenner removed from Rock Hall leadership after controversial comments
Read full article: Rolling Stone co-founder Jann Wenner removed from Rock Hall leadership after controversial commentsJann Wenner, a founder of both Rolling Stone magazine and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, has been removed from the hall’s board of directors after making disparaging comments toward Black and female musicians.
Bruce Springsteen postpones September shows, citing doctor’s advice regarding peptic ulcers
Read full article: Bruce Springsteen postpones September shows, citing doctor’s advice regarding peptic ulcersThe Boss is taking an unexpected breather and postponing his September shows, citing doctors’ orders.
The Gaslight Anthem were labeled 'Bruce Springsteen copycats.' Now the Boss is on their new single
Read full article: The Gaslight Anthem were labeled 'Bruce Springsteen copycats.' Now the Boss is on their new singleFor years, a common critique of the beloved New Jersey rock band The Gaslight Anthem was to label them “Bruce Springsteen” copycats.
Springsteen has mortality on his mind but celebration in his songs at London show
Read full article: Springsteen has mortality on his mind but celebration in his songs at London showBruce Springsteen has avoided a repeat of having his microphone unplugged at Hyde Park by easily beating a late-night curfew at a London show.
Springsteen, Kaling, Louis-Dreyfus among 22 honored by Biden
Read full article: Springsteen, Kaling, Louis-Dreyfus among 22 honored by BidenPresident Joe Biden welcomed a high-wattage collection of singers, authors, artists and humanitarians to the White House on Tuesday to present them with medals — and then stole the show himself with a quip about seeking reelection.
Illness sidelines Springsteen tour as 3 concerts postponed
Read full article: Illness sidelines Springsteen tour as 3 concerts postponedBruce Springsteen's show Tuesday in Albany, New York, has become the third concert in a week postponed by the New Jersey rocker for illness reasons, a month into his first major tour in six years."
After ticket flap, Springsteen's fan magazine shutting down
Read full article: After ticket flap, Springsteen's fan magazine shutting downA fan publication devoted to Bruce Springsteen says it is shutting down after 43 years, with its publisher saying he's been disillusioned by the talk about ticket prices for their hero's current tour.
Rolling Stones to release star-stuffed 2012 live recording
Read full article: Rolling Stones to release star-stuffed 2012 live recordingThe Rolling Stones plan to release what they’re calling their “ultimate live greatest hits album” with appearances by Lady Gaga, Bruce Springsteen, Gary Clark Jr. and The Black Keys.
New this week: 'Spirited,' Pokémon, 'Nope' and 'Slumberland'
Read full article: New this week: 'Spirited,' Pokémon, 'Nope' and 'Slumberland'This week’s new entertainment releases include an album by Neil Young & Crazy Horse, a documentary about how Mickey Mouse became beloved by children and adults and a cash machine for Disney’s growing entertainment empire, and Chris Hemsworth puts himself and his body to the test in National Geographic’s “Limitless.”.
New this week: Bruce Springsteen, 'The Big Brunch' and Sonic
Read full article: New this week: Bruce Springsteen, 'The Big Brunch' and SonicThis week’s new entertainment releases include albums by Bruce Springsteen and Louis Tomlinson, Olivia Wilde's “Don't Worry Darling” hits HBO Max, and Dan Levy of Emmy-winning “Schitt’s Creek” fame has “The Big Brunch,” a cooking competition he created and hosts.
Antitrust trial puts book publishing industry in the dock
Read full article: Antitrust trial puts book publishing industry in the dockThe Justice Department’s legal effort to block the merger of book publishing giants Penguin Random House and Simon & Schuster is more than just a showcase for the Biden administration’s tougher approach to corporate consolidation.
Lamar closes Glastonbury with call for women's rights
Read full article: Lamar closes Glastonbury with call for women's rightsRapper Kendrick Lamar has closed this year’s Glastonbury Festival with a powerful headline set that saw him chant “Godspeed for women’s rights” as fake blood poured down his face from a crown of thorns.
Celebrities go online to voice support for Ukraine
Read full article: Celebrities go online to voice support for UkraineA group of inter-generational stars from film, TV, sports and music — including Bruce Springsteen, Hugh Jackman, Elton John and Jon Bon Jovi, Jonas Brothers and Billie Eilish — have signed up for a social media campaign to show support for Ukraine.
Dick Kelsey, beloved AP broadcast editor, dies at age 76
Read full article: Dick Kelsey, beloved AP broadcast editor, dies at age 76Dick Kelsey, a retired Associated Press broadcast editor who was revered as much for his humor as his hardworking nature, has died after a seven-year battle with cancer.
Generations sing to Joni Mitchell in pre-Grammys tribute
Read full article: Generations sing to Joni Mitchell in pre-Grammys tributeGenerations of artists paid tribute to the five-decade career of Joni Mitchell, who was honored as the MusiCares Person of the Year at a gala two days before the Grammys.
Khan, Lauper, Beck to play MusiCares Joni Mitchell tribute
Read full article: Khan, Lauper, Beck to play MusiCares Joni Mitchell tributeChaka Khan, Cyndi Lauper and Beck will be among those performing in tribute to Joni Mitchell when she’s honored as the 2022 MusiCares Person of the Year by the Recording Academy.
EXPLAINER: What will Neil Young's protest mean for Spotify?
Read full article: EXPLAINER: What will Neil Young's protest mean for Spotify?Neil Young's protest against Spotify over podcaster Joe Rogan is rocking the world's most popular streaming service, and it's putting a spotlight on its business priorities.
Rogan responds to Spotify protest, COVID advisories
Read full article: Rogan responds to Spotify protest, COVID advisoriesSpotify is pledging to combat the spread of COVID-19 misinformation as part of a damage-control campaign sparked by musician Neil Young, who called out the streaming service’s top podcaster for amplifying vaccine skepticism.
New this week: Mellencamp, Hilary Duff and 'Fraggle Rock'
Read full article: New this week: Mellencamp, Hilary Duff and 'Fraggle Rock'This week’s new entertainment releases include a new album of rootsy rock from John Mellencamp, the return of puppet friends from “Fraggle Rock” and a virtual Sundance Film Festival where all the selections can be streamed.
Ken Kragen, who helped organize 'We Are the World,' dies
Read full article: Ken Kragen, who helped organize 'We Are the World,' diesKen Kragen, a top entertainment producer, manager and philanthropist who turned to such clients as Lionel Richie and Kenny Rogers in helping to organize the 1985 all-star charity single “We Are the World,” has died.
'No Nukes' footage bypasses Springsteen's aversion to film
Read full article: 'No Nukes' footage bypasses Springsteen's aversion to filmDespite Bruce Springsteen's long-time aversion to having his concerts filmed — he says it was a superstition — a new DVD offers a relatively rare look at him and his E Street Band during a peak period in the late 1970s.
Reopening of 'Aladdin' on Broadway halted by COVID-19 cases
Read full article: Reopening of 'Aladdin' on Broadway halted by COVID-19 casesThe hit Broadway show “Aladdin” was canceled Wednesday night when breakthrough COVID-19 cases were reported within the musical’s company, a day after the show reopened, a worrying sign for Broadway.
Cheers greet the reopening of three mega-hit Broadway shows
Read full article: Cheers greet the reopening of three mega-hit Broadway showsKristin Chenoweth, Julie Taymor and Lin-Manuel Miranda welcomed back boisterous audiences to “Wicked,” “The Lion King” and “Hamilton” for the first time since the start of the pandemic, marking Tuesday as the unofficial return of Broadway.
Media outlets recall country's unity after Sept. 11 attacks
Read full article: Media outlets recall country's unity after Sept. 11 attacksMedia outlets that often spend hours each day exploring the country's differences paused to mark the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks by recalling almost wistfully the sense of common purpose that united Americans in the aftermath.
Henri thwarts Central Park concert hailing NYC virus rebound
Read full article: Henri thwarts Central Park concert hailing NYC virus reboundA superstar-laden Central Park concert meant to celebrate New York City’s recovery from the coronavirus was cut short because of severe weather as Hurricane Henri approached.
Springsteen, US fall to Swedes in jump off, earn silver
Read full article: Springsteen, US fall to Swedes in jump off, earn silverJessica Springsteen and the U.S. equestrian jumping team came up just short of Olympic gold, falling to Sweden in a jump off that still left the Americans with a record 10th medal in the event.
New this week: 'Jungle Cruise' and music from Prince, Eilish
Read full article: New this week: 'Jungle Cruise' and music from Prince, EilishThis week’s new entertainment releases include new music from producer and multiinstrumentalist Jack Antonoff and Billie Eilish, whose upcoming “Happier Than Ever” is the second studio album from the 19-year-old superstar.
Bruce Springsteen's daughter makes Olympic equestrian team
Read full article: Bruce Springsteen's daughter makes Olympic equestrian teamThe daughter of rock icon Bruce Springsteen and singer-songwriter Patti Scialfa has been selected as one of four riders on the U.S. jumping team that will compete at the Tokyo Olympics.
NYC concert lineup: Springsteen, Paul Simon, Jennifer Hudson
Read full article: NYC concert lineup: Springsteen, Paul Simon, Jennifer HudsonNew York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says Bruce Springsteen, Paul Simon and Jennifer Hudson will headline an August concert in Central Park marking the city’s comeback from the coronavirus pandemic.
Jacobs’ post-pandemic runway: Parading puffers in patterns
Read full article: Jacobs’ post-pandemic runway: Parading puffers in patternsIn another unmistakable sign that New York is coming back to life, Marc Jacobs celebrated a long-awaited return to in-person fashion shows when he presented his fall collection Monday evening at the grand Fifth Avenue branch of the New York Public Library.
The Latest: LA County urges indoor masks even if vaccinated
Read full article: The Latest: LA County urges indoor masks even if vaccinatedHealth officials in Los Angeles County are recommending, but not making mandatory that people wear masks indoors in public places regardless of their vaccination status.
Juanes visits the origins of his inspiration in 10th album
Read full article: Juanes visits the origins of his inspiration in 10th albumAfter experimenting with different types of music, Juanes returns to his roots with “Origen,” a covers album in which he pays tribute to the most influential artists in his life and career.
Bruce Springsteen receives this year's Woody Guthrie Prize
Read full article: Bruce Springsteen receives this year's Woody Guthrie PrizeBruce Springsteen has won the Woody Guthrie Prize, which is given annually to an artist seen as carrying on the spirit of the folk singer whose music focused on the plight of the poor and disenfranchised.
Memorabilia from Springsteen to 'Phantom' set for auction
Read full article: Memorabilia from Springsteen to 'Phantom' set for auctionCelebrities including Bruce Springsteen, Hugh Jackman, Elton John, Bette Midler, Christine Baranski, Steve Martin and Tina Fey have raided their closets to offer up personal items for a charity online auction.