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Hollywood Legend, 88, Makes Surprising New Career Switch

Vittorio Zunino Celotto / Getty Images for The Red Sea International Film FestivalLegendary actor Anthony Hopkins is marking a new career milestone at 88. The Oscar-winning star has released his debut single on Friday and will soon release an entire album of original classical music compositions. The single, “Bracken Road,” is inspired by his childhood in south Wales, characterized by “streets, meadows, farmland and mountains.” His full album, titled Life Is a Dream, will be released by music label Decca Classics on August 21.Read more at The Daily Beast.

Kihyun embraces confidence, maturity in ‘Borderline’

Nearly four years after releasing his first solo album, Monsta X vocalist Kihyun is returning not simply with new music, but with a clearer understanding of who he has become. His second EP, “Borderline,” set for release on Tuesday, marks his first solo release in three years and nine months since his 2022 EP “Youth.” The seven-track album arrives after his military service, Monsta X’s group activities and ongoing world tour, and Kihyun said the long wait allowed him to make an album he could fe

Tom Misch: ‘I disappeared with no explanation. People asked, what happened?’

After burnout led to a self-imposed retreat from the spotlight, the musician is back with a new album. He explains how the break took him in a new musical direction - and why being a superstar would be his worst nightmare

Jonny Greenwood on Why His New Album With Shye Ben Tzur and the Rajasthan Express Took a Decade to Make and ‘Hoping to Do Another’ Radiohead Tour

It took Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood more than a decade to follow acclaimed 2015 album “Junun.” A musician died. A pandemic intervened. And then there were the visas. “Ranjha,” released last month via World Circuit/BMG, reunites Greenwood with Israeli musician Shye Ben Tzur — who divides his time between Israel and India — and their []

Seventeen is on hiatus. But the crew’s American member, says their — and his — work isn’t done.

Joshua Hong at Paris Fashion Week Jacopo Raule/Getty Images Seventeen’s US member, Joshua, repped the band at UNESCO on Thursday. He tells Business Insider he’s excited to dive into new work, “in music or beyond.” The band’s on a break, with individual members branching off to do solo and unit work. Joshua Hong of Seventeen []

Former hostage Alon Ohel performs song to honor Oct. 7 victims at New York Fourth of July event

Alon Ohel was a musician prior to October 7 and has reignited his love for piano after 737 days in Hamas captivity, performing original songs, often with lyrics about his experience in the war.

Jon Bon Jovi Calls Tour Return a ‘Rebirth’ After Leaving Healing ‘Up to God’

Jon Bon Jovi is back — and this time, he’s not taking it for granted. “I’m fully recovered,” the Grammy Award-winning singer and Rock and...

Anthony Hopkins releases first album at 88

Anthony Hopkins, famed for his Oscar-winning performance as serial killer Hannibal Lecter among many other movie and television roles, has his first album coming out at 88 years of age. A lifelong composer, but busy with other work (Music was my first desire, he says) Hopkins took 60 years to complete Life is a Dream. — Read the rest The post Anthony Hopkins releases first album at 88 appeared first on Boing Boing.

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Ringo Starr says he can't quit touring: 'It's what I do'

On his 86th birthday, Ringo Starr told The Associated Press that despite repeatedly telling his family each tour would be his last, he keeps returning to the road because music remains central to his life. "It's what I do," Starr said. Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Rocking Music Line-up Announced for This Year’s Ballito Pro Presented by O’Neill

The Ballito Pro Presented by O’Neill is turning up the volume this winter with an epic music programme set to unite festivalgoers on the KZN North Coast from 4 to 18 July 2026. Music remains one of the defining elements of this longest-running professional surf contest, complementing world-class surfing with free beachfront concerts, sunset sessions, []

How Ryan Beatty learned to love a love song

LOS ANGELES — Ryan Beatty calls it a core memory: listening to the Dixie Chicks' Ready to Run on repeat as he rode with his family in their big blue van back home to California after a trip to Utah. Oh my God, I was obsessed with that song,...

Rock and soul pioneer Nona Hendryx on keeping the Labelle legacy alive – on her own terms

By Karu F. Daniels Every year after the Rock Roll Hall of Fame announces its latest class of inductees, a flurry of critical debate ensues about the validity of [] The post Rock and soul pioneer Nona Hendryx on keeping the Labelle legacy alive – on her own terms appeared first on URL Media.

Kurt Busch Opens Up About His Return to Racing After Brother Kyle’s Death

Kurt Busch was back doing what he loves over the weekend, racing at the Le Mans Classic in France and honoring his late brother, Kyle Busch, in the process. Kurt, 47, retired from full-time racing in 2022 but made a brief return at Le Mans, where he changed his No. 1 to Kyle’s No. 8 []

As Black Flag Resynced's audio evolves, one dev admits some things stay the same: "Edward drowning is me!"

As Black Flag Resynced's audio evolves, one dev admits some things stay the same: "Edward drowning is me!"

Gok Wan on DJing: ‘I don’t think I’ve ever been this physical in my life’

The fashionista and DJ is ‘celebrating’ his age and zest for life while listening to his body. By Lisa Salmon.

Anthony Hopkins, 88, Signs Classical Music Deal With Decca, Debut Album Lands in August

Anthony Hopkins, 88, has signed with Decca Classics to release debut album 'Life Is a Dream' on August 21. The two-time Oscar winner has been composing music since the 1960s, with the oldest piece, 'Bracken Road,' written during his first professional acting job in 1963.

IDLES and Lily Allen bring Bilbao BBK Live 2026 to a cathartic close.

In partnership with Bilbao BBK Live Words: Lisa Wright Celebrating its 20th anniversary year, Bilbao BBK Live was always going to aim high. But over three stacked days of music and magic under the sweltering Basque Country sun, pilgrims who made it up the slope of Mount Cobetas to the festival’s gorgeously scenic site have [] The post IDLES and Lily Allen bring Bilbao BBK Live 2026 to a cathartic close. appeared first on NME.

Fatoumata Diawara’s Massa: An Eternal Philosophy of Freedom

“Cette album porte sa mémoire et la lumière qu’il a laissée en moi.”“This album carries his memory and the light he left within me”. Fatoumata Diawara returns with a lush and deeply personal new album, Massa, released June 5, on the NØ FØRMAT! label and produced under the co-artistic direction of French musician and artist []

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Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood: ‘We’re living in that day and age where we can’t be free with words’

The legendary band has just released ‘Foreign Tongues,’ their second album in three years. The musician is hopeful that they will go on tour in 2027

Ametek: Continued Additions To Its M&A Track Record

Ametek: Continued Additions To Its M&A Track Record

Anthony Hopkins, 88, Releases First Single After ‘Composing Music All My Life’

The actor’s debut album, ‘Life Is a Dream,’ will drop on Aug. 21

‘We can’t beat you up for peace’: Ringo Starr shares a universal message on his 86th birthday

Starr wants his incredible legacy to go far beyond his music. The post ‘We can’t beat you up for peace’: Ringo Starr shares a universal message on his 86th birthday appeared first on Upworthy.

Noah Kahan joins Fenway Music Hall of Fame after historic four-night run

The Vermont-based singer-songwriter joins the likes of Billy Joel, Paul McCartney, and the Zac Brown Band as a Hall of Famer. The post Noah Kahan joins Fenway Music Hall of Fame after historic four-night run appeared first on Boston.com.

The Playlist: Common on Uplifting Music and Crafting “Vision” for ESPN’s Stuart Scott Doc

The actor and rapper shares what songs he listens to brighten his day in this episode of The Playlist.

Barcelona closely monitoring 23-year-old former midfielder’s situation – report

According to SPORT, Barcelona are keeping a close watch on Pablo Torre’s future following Mallorca’s relegation from La Liga, with the Catalan club still retaining significant control over the mid...

Simon Pegg, 56, believes he would still be an alcoholic if he wasn't famous and details how he has achieved his ripped physique as he celebrates 16 years sober

Simon Pegg, 56, believes he would still be an alcoholic if he wasn't famous and details how he has achieved his ripped physique as he celebrates 16 years sober

Uptown Records is officially back, with Yung Miami and G Herbo among first artists to be signed 

Uptown Records is making a comeback after contributing to the development of hip-hop and RB in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The iconic label, which was founded by the late hip-hop executive Andre Harrell, has formally relaunched under the Republic Collective umbrella, with music industry veteran Danielle Price Sanders serving as president of Uptown...

Former Israeli hostage Alon Ohel performs aboard USS Nimitz for US Independence Day

Former Israeli hostage Alon Ohel performs aboard USS Nimitz for US Independence Day

Walid Toufic: True songs never fade; authenticity remains my greatest artistic compass

Few artists in the Arab world have enjoyed the enduring popularity and artistic consistency of Walid Toufic. As the Lebanese music icon celebrates the Golden Jubilee of his career, he reflects on artistic longevity, the enduring power of Arab musical heritage, artificial intelligence, and why sincerity—not algorithms—remains the true measure of lasting success. Over a [] The post Walid Toufic: True songs never fade; authenticity remains my greatest artistic compass first appeared on Dailynewsegypt.