In an attempt to save its artists from having their music be exploited on TikTok, Universal Music Group (UMG) has made a decision that will likely have massive negative impacts on its artists’ music promotion abilities and ultimately harm both the artist and the label. While initially this seemed like the wrong choice, and while
Los Blenders dish out unfiltered and rollicking amalgamations of rock they bend and warp to match their clamorous energy. Since their arrival over a decade ago, the Mexican outfit has undergone various evolutions and growths. Their sound accommodates everything from raw garage and riotous punk to the sleek but heady psych-rock. You won’t want to
Summary Comic book artists often have to make tough choices when it comes to managing their workload. George Pérez chose to drop Justice League of America to focus on New Teen Titans, which had become his ideal gig. Mark Bagley had to drop New Warriors in favor of Amazing Spider-Man, a top comic book series
A new art exhibition from the San-Havana Project reveals a remarkable well of creativity from Cuba. Angela Martinez owns the mobile movie-showing Slab Cinema, but this particular work she’s tackled isn’t commerce. It’s a labor of love. “In December, we took three artists to Havana, and we did two pop-up shows,” Martinez said. “And then
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Gibson’s inaugural Artist Spotlight Program features singer-songwriter Austin Sexton, a musician known for his blend of 80’s pop with a modern twist. The Gibson Artist Spotlight Program aims to provide emerging artists with global exposure and career growth opportunities. Sexton, a platinum producer and multi-instrumentalist, brings a captivating sound that merges future nostalgia with euphoria
Recently, country music artists and TV personalities gathered to support one mission: it is okay to not be okay. “Embracing mental health is not a weakness; it’s a courageous journey towards strength and well-being,” says Wahler. “It’s an honor to host this event and support those who are struggling in the state of Tennessee.” The
The Banner has a subscription to republish articles from Religion News Service. This story by Aleja Hertzler-McCain was published on religionnews.com Feb. 5, 2024. It has been edited for length and Banner style. A paragraph with context for the Christian Reformed Church has been added. Grammy favorites Kirk Franklin, Lecrae, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Tye Tribbett,
The Arizona Pastel Artists Association (APAA) brings its 8th National Exhibition and Sale to the Phippen Museum in Prescott from March 10, 2024 to April 21, 2024. Pastel works, prized for their brilliant color, will be on display and for sale at this open and juried show. A grand opening reception will be held on
Every year, Black History Month brings a wealth of ways to acknowledge and celebrate African Americans of the past whose work continues to influence the present. That’s also the aim of Crosscut’s ongoing Black Arts Legacies project — which we’re ramping up again for Season 3 this spring. In the past two years, we’ve profiled 40 Northwest