Legendary Playback Singer S Janaki Passes Away In Mysuru

The Temptations’ Otis Williams: ‘It’s been a burden to be the last one alive’

Over six decades with the Motown legends, he has performed some 3,300 concerts, seen pain, tragedy, racism and the early deaths of all his original bandmates. At 84, he has no plans to stop

Veteran director-actor K Bhagyaraj passes away as movie industry mourns

Veteran filmmaker K. Bhagyaraj, aged 73, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of award-winning films and an indelible mark on Tamil cinema. Tributes pour in.

Review: Carlos Santana reminds Toronto why he’s still one of rock’s greatest guitarists

What to know Guitar master Carlos Santana didn’t say a lot Sunday night at Toronto’s RBC Amphitheatre, often chilling on his wife Cindy Blackman’s drum... The post Review: Carlos Santana reminds Toronto why he’s still one of rock’s greatest guitarists appeared first on NOW Toronto.

Blood, Sweat & Tears singer David Clayton-Thomas dies aged 84

The Canadian singer has been remembered for his integral role in the popular jazz-rock group.

Vicky Leandros: “I feel grateful for everything that has happened to me”

The international performer welcomes us to her retreat in Mykonos and shares stories from her life and career, as she prepares for a unique concert at Sani Festival The post Vicky Leandros: “I feel grateful for everything that has happened to me” appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Country Legends Unite For Farewell Show

Country music’s biggest stars packed Nashville’s Nissan Stadium on Saturday night to celebrate Alan Jackson as he performed the final concert of his legendary career. The 67-year-old singer-songwriter put on his last set alongside George Strait, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, Jon Pardi, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Riley Green, Cody Johnson, Lee ...

Kazım Koyuncu’s Black Sea legacy lives on 21 years after death

Kazım Koyuncu, one of the most distinctive voices of Black Sea music and a musician, songwriter and activist, is being remembered on the 21st anniversary of his death. Although hi...

From Stage to Silence: Remembering Sukeerth Kanchi Venkatesh Babu

GRAND BAHAMA, BAHAMAS - Family and friends are remembering musician Sukeerth Kanchi Venkatesh Babu after the aspiring performer was killed in a Grand Bahama hit-and-run.

Legendary filmmaker K Bhagyaraj dies at 73; Mundhanai Mudichu to Andha 7 Naatkal, a look at his iconic films

Legendary filmmaker K Bhagyaraj has passed away at the age of 73, leaving behind a legacy of memorable films and performances. Apart from his unique storytelling style, he was known for blending situational humour, relatable middle-class family struggles, and strong social messages in his work.

G.Na returns to music 10 years after sex-for-money scandal

Korean Canadian singer and actress G.Na is set to return to music with her first official release since 2016, nearly a decade after a prostitution scandal brought her career to a halt. The singer revealed Tuesday through a social media post that the song she will remake for her comeback, her 2010 debut hit I'll Back Off So You Can Live Better, was selected by fans. It's been a long time since I've revisited this chapter of my life, but somehow this feels like the right song to start with, sh

Justin Bieber added to star-studded FIFA World Cup Final halftime show

Canadian singer will co-headline 11-minute performance at championship match with Madonna, Shakira and BTS

K. Bhagyaraj, Prolific Tamil Cinema Writer-Director-Actor, Dies at 73

K. Bhagyaraj, the writer-director-actor widely regarded as one of Tamil-language cinema’s defining creative figures, died Saturday in Chennai following a cardiac arrest. He was 73. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, former actor C. Joseph Vijay, announced that Bhagyaraj’s final rites would be conducted with full state honors, describing his passing as an irreparable loss to Tamil []

Motown star Martha Reeves is 'starting all over again' with new album after 22 years

EXCLUSIVE: Martha Reeves and her group, The Vandellas, were one of the many staples of Motown Records. The 84-year-old singer is now set to release a new album after 22 years

Nigeria Celebrates Legendary Singer Christy Essien-Igbokwe 15 years After

Fifteen years after her death, the memory of Nigeria’s legendary singer and actress, Christy Uduak Essien-Igbokwe (MFR), remains as vibrant as the timeless songs that made her one of Africa’s most celebrated music icons. Fondly called the “Lady of Songs” and widely regarded as Nigeria’s original Queen of Afro Pop, Essien-Igbokwe continues to inspire generations [] The post Nigeria Celebrates Legendary Singer Christy Essien-Igbokwe 15 years After appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

Bad Bunny brings Puerto Rican pride to Marseille

Performing at the Stade-Vélodrome on Wednesday, the superstar switched between salsa, plena and reggaeton. He is set to perform in Paris on Saturday and Sunday.

Justin Bieber to perform at World Cup’s 1st halftime show on July 19

The Canadian superstar is set to perform alongside Madonna, Shakira and BTS at the first-ever halftime show the tournament is hosting.

Actor Michalis Mosios, Greece’s ‘Tamtakos,’ Dies at 79

Greek actor Michalis Mosios, beloved by many as Tamtakos, has died at 79, leaving behind a lasting legacy in theater and film. As news spreads that mosios dies, fans are remembering the performances and public presence that made him a familiar name in Greek culture.

Watch Tems Perform “What You Need” at the BET Awards

Our very own Grammy-winning singer, Tems, delivered a captivating performance at the BET Awards, taking to the stage with her signature soulful vocals. Performing before a global audience is not new to Tems. The superstar has performed on several global stages, including recently performing at the grand opening ceremony of the Obama Presidential Centre. At [] The post Watch Tems Perform “What You Need” at the BET Awards appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

Grief as Kumawood actress Akyere Bruwaa mourns Ghanaian highlife legend Asonaba Konadu’s demise

Kumawood actress Akyere Bruwaa's TikTok post mourned the death of highlife icon Asonaba Konadu, sparking heartfelt tributes celebrating his legacy in Ghanaian music.

Shahin Novrasli Festival set to take in Baku's Old City

The anniversary season will be the largest in the festival's history. This year, musicians from ten countries will participate, and the program will blend a wide variety of musical traditions and cultures, AzerNEWS reports.

Hilary Duff Delights With Equal Parts Nostalgia and Evolution on The Lucky Me Tour: “Joyful, Fun and Extremely Rewarding”

The 38-year-old age singer sold out two nights of her most expansive tour in over a decade, bringing her aughts hits and new pop offerings to a captivated crowd at Inglewood’s Kia Forum.

On Jānis Timma’s birthday, Sedokova reveals why she divorced the basketball player

On Thursday, 2 July, the birthday of the late Latvian basketball player Jānis Timma, his former wife, singer Anna Sedokova, shared a personal statement on social media. For the first time, she spoke publicly about her marriage to Timma and explained why she decided to end their relationship, according to StarHit. “I left him because [] The post On Jānis Timma’s birthday, Sedokova reveals why she divorced the basketball player appeared first on Baltic News Network.

Helen Sjöholm: Skuleberget Song Festival changed my life

Helen Sjöholm: Skuleberget Song Festival changed my life

Ledisi | Athens | July 8

Ledisi will perform in Athens at the Gazarte Roof Stage (34 Voutadon), presenting her project “For Dinah,” a tribute to jazz and blues icon Dinah Washington.

GAA community plunged into mourning following sudden death 'absolute gentleman' club mentor and player

Cillian Canavan, a former player and dedicated mentor at St Kevin's Kilian's GAA Club in Kilnamanagh, Tallaght, has sadly passed away at the age of 42

Retired footballers pay last respect to ex Zebi FC, Gt. Olympics star Quartey-Papafio

A host of football legends and sympathisers last Friday gathered in Accra to pay their last respect to deceased footballer, Andrew Quartey-Papafio. He passed away at the age of 65. The funeral attracted several notable figures in Ghana football, including George Alhassan, Bobbie Ansah, Sampson Lamptey, Hesse Odamtten, and Ollabode Williams. Also in attendance were The post Retired footballers pay last respect to ex Zebi FC, Gt. Olympics star Quartey-Papafio appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

Singer Bidhan Shrestha returns to Paleti after nine years

By A Staff Reporter, Kathmandu. June 24: Singer Bidhan Shrestha will be performing at the music programme being organise...

BigBang’s 20th anniversary concerts sell out within minutes

BigBang’s 20th anniversary concerts sell out within minutes

Man drowns after canoe capsizes in Zambezi

A 30-year-old Zambian man drowned after a canoe he was travelling in capsized in the Simisune Channel near Libula village in the Zambezi region on Saturday morning. This was confirmed on Sunday afternoon by national police spokesperson deputy commissioner Kauna Shikwambi in the weekend crime report. Shikwambi says the deceased has been identified as Nambula [] The post Man drowns after canoe capsizes in Zambezi appeared first on The Namibian.

Through the lens: Nelsonville Music Festival 2026

Nelsonville Music Festival turned 20 this past weekend, and the celebration was larger than life. This year’s festival was record-breaking, selling out of weekend passes for the first time in the festival’s history. Despite rainy and cool weather, the festival’s turnout didn’t take any major hits. With headliners such as Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, [] The post Through the lens: Nelsonville Music Festival 2026 appeared first on Cincinnati CityBeat.

Lil Wayne Fans Furious After Rapper Fails To Show Up At Maine Show

Fans were extremely disappointed after Lil Wayne did not show up on stage during the opening night of his 20 Years of Carter Classics tour.

Trump kicks off America’s 250th anniversary celebrations with a tribute to himself at a campaign-style rally

The event at the National Mall replaced a series of concerts that were cancelled after participating musicians pulled out

Beyoncé sends fans into frenzy after she drops brand new song out of the blue

It also counts down to a special anniversary.

North Macedonia Grieves for Musical Legend Vlado Janevski

Thousands pay tribute to much-loved singer whose ballads became part of the soundtrack of people's lives in North Macedonia, and who was the independent country's first-ever Eurovision contestant.

Shakira chooses the iconic Pyramids for her massive return to the Middle East stage

The Great Pyramids of Giza are preparing to host one of the most significant musical events of the decade as global pop sensation Shakira returns to Egypt for the first time in nearly twenty years. Slated for November 28th, the long-waited night marks a deeply sentimental full-circle moment for both the artist and her Egyptian fanbase. The post Shakira chooses the iconic Pyramids for her massive return to the Middle East stage appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Concertgoer falls to death at Madison Square Garden show by jam band Goose

A concertgoer fell to his death inside Madison Square Garden at a show by the jam band Goose, cops said Sunday. The 51-year-old victim suffered injuries “indicative of falling from an elevated condition” about 9:50 p.m. Saturday inside the ...

Stonebwoy, Fameye, DopeNation and Akwaaboah to headline ‘Ghana for Gold’ concerts in UK

Ghanaian music stars Stonebwoy, Fameye, DopeNation and Akwaaboah have been unveiled as headline acts for the upcoming ‘Ghana for Gold’ concerts, a two-city musical event designed to celebrate Ghanaian culture and mobilise support for Team Ghana ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Regine Velasquez asks fans to leave free concert seats for those who have never seen her live

Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez has a message for her fans as she prepares to stage her final solo concert in October. The singer opened up on Monday, July 6, about feeling “excited, nervous, and anxious” for her upcoming concert, “FINALE,” which will be held on October 17 and 18 at the SM Mall of Asia [] The post Regine Velasquez asks fans to leave free concert seats for those who have never seen her live appeared first on Interaksyon.

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