Leslie Winer seemed poised for stardom in 1990. The face of Valentino and Christian Dior the decade before — "the first androgynous model," as Jean Paul Gaultier called her — had turned to music.
The mosaic of samples, hip-hop drums and slow Jamaican-styled bass lines that defined what would have been Winer's album "Witch" (recorded under the hard-to-file name of ©) was shelved until 1993.
Taliban Bans Music in Afghanistan - Opera Wire
Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid told the New York Times that music will not be permitted in the public in Afghanistan, going back to the laws that were instated between 1996 and 2001, when the organization was in power.
Since the Taliban took back its power, the Afghanistan National Institute of Music, w hich was founded in 2010, has closed and some students have returned their instruments in fear of retribution from the new regime. The future of the school remains uncertain.
Apple acquires classical music streaming service Primephonic - Apple
"We love and have a deep respect for classical music, and Primephonic has become a fan favorite for classical enthusiasts," said Oliver Schusser, Apple's vice president of Apple Music and Beats.
"Primephonic was founded to ensure that classical music will stay relevant for future generations," said Gordon P. Getty, a major shareholder of Primephonic. "Primephonic and Apple together can realize that mission and take classical to a worldwide audience."
As Afghanistan adjusts to Taliban rule, music goes silent | WTVB | 1590 AM · 95.5 FM | The Voice
The Taliban have so far been at pains to show a more conciliatory face to the world, with none of the harsh public punishments and outright bans on public entertainments that characterized their previous time in power before 2001.
Taliban authorities in Kandahar, the birthplace of the movement issued a formal order against radio stations playing music and female announcers last week but for many, no formal order was necessary.
Atlanta Music Project kicks off 12th year of fostering next generation of musicians -
When walking into a packed stadium, you're usually making your way through the throngs of people to find your seat. But for the choir students at the Atlanta Music Project (AMP), the folks in the crowd aren't your fellow attendees but your audience.
AMP is a tuition-free, intensive music program to teach kids about the world of music. Not only are the classes free, but the instruments come without charge, too.
GV New Music Ensemble tours national parks, hatches fall plans – Grand Valley Lanthorn
This summer Grand Valley State University's New Music Ensemble was able to take to the road once again after not having performed since 2020.
Founded in 2006 by Director Bill Ryan, the New Music Ensemble is a group of undergraduate students that strive to promote contemporary music through commissions, tours, recordings, educational events, workshops and videos.
Thousands seeking refunds after disastrous music festival at Texas beach | KRON4
HARLINGEN, Texas ( KVEO ) — Thousands who attended the Sol Beach Festival on South Padre Island Saturday are demanding ticket refunds for what they call a "disorganized" event that failed to deliver promised performances.
The music festival was meant to feature Puerto Rican rapper, Myke Towers, and other artists. While the performers were at the event, they weren’t able to perform due to power outages caused by inadequate generators.
Music of The Beatles to be featured in concert event | Fredonia.edu
Get back to where you once belonged when Rockefeller Arts Center presents "Here Comes The Sun - The Music of The Beatles" on Thursday, Sept. 16 at 7:30 p.m. in King Concert Hall.
It marks the first in-person event in approximately 18 months, and is a DFT Communications Pops Series concert sponsored by WDOE and KIX Country 96.5 as part of the Lake Shore Savings Season.
Kanye West's 'Donda' Sets Apple Music 2021 Record | Billboard
Kanye West is seen at 'DONDA by Kanye West' listening event at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on July 22, 2021 in Atlanta.
Kanye West 's 10th studio album, Donda , pulled in over 60 million streams in the U.S. during its first 24 hours on Apple Music after its release Sunday, a source close to the situation tells Billboard , setting a new 2021 record for the streaming service.
Columbus-native band Caamp combines music and philanthropy
Columbus-native band Caamp did more this weekend than thrill audiences at its first hometown concert since December 2019.
Thane Leshner, project manager for the Columbus Music Commission, said the partnership between Caamp and the CMC began when Adam Sensenbrenner, Caamp's manager, attended one of the CMC's monthly forums, Music Business Mondays, which discussed how to get into the music industry.
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