War buskers: Ukraine musicians raise money to send drone to front line for brother
LVIV, UKRAINE — For the past couple of months, weekend visitors to a massive monument to Taras Shevchenko, the Ukrainian poet and nationalist whom Russian Czar Nicholas I imprisoned and exiled for his political views, have watched their children play while taking in the garage rock tones of The White Stripes. “Everyone tries to do […]
More than 250 musicians call for concert ticketing reform
More than 250 musicians, including celebrities such as Billie Eilish and Lorde, have signed a letter to Congress calling for concert ticket reform. “We know we’ve heard from many of you about concert ticket sales and the impact it has on fans.” read Thursday’s letter It was addressed to Senate Commerce Committee Chairwoman Maria Cantwell […]
Fox News AI Newsletter: Country superstar praises state AI legislation protecting musicians
Luke Bryan speaks during the signing of the ELVIS Act to Protect Voices and Music. Similarities at the Age of AI event held at Robert’s Western World in Nashville, Tennessee on March 21, 2024. (Jason Kempin/Getty Images, Human Artistry Campaign) Welcome to Fox News’ Artificial Intelligence Newsletter, featuring the latest advancements in AI technology. In […]
Tennessee Governor signs bill that protects musicians against artificial intelligence
Tennessee on Thursday became the first state to protect residents’ right to voice when Gov. Bill Lee (R) signed into law the ELVIS Act, which aims to protect musicians from artificial intelligence replication. “There are definitely a lot of good things about how AI works,” Lee said. “And in the wrong hands, it could destroy […]
10 March Madness Coaches List Christian Musicians as their Favorite Artists: CBS Sports
If you want to understand the impact of Christian music on society, look no further than March Madness’ 68 head coaches’ playlists. CBS Sports asked all 68 of his head coaches in the NCAA men’s basketball tournament about their favorite bands and musicians, and found a variety of musical tastes. The range ranged from “rock […]
Pro-Palestinian group claims victory as Jewish musician’s concert is canceled ‘due to the threat of protests’
A pro-Palestinian group is claiming victory over the cancellation of popular Jewish musician Matisyahu’s concert in Chicago. Matisyahu announced on social media on Friday that a sold-out show scheduled for that night at the House of Blues Chicago had been canceled “due to the threat of protests.” The cancellation was confirmed on Live Nation’s ticket […]
NYC subway cellist Iain Forrest wants protection for musicians
A New York City cellist who was hit in the back of the head with a metal water bottle in a crowded subway station says he won’t return to performing until the Big Apple’s transit system provides better protections for musicians. Ian Forrest, 29, said it was heartbreaking to have to make the decision to […]
1,000 Swedish Musicians Want Israel Banned from Eurovision 2024 for ‘War Crimes’
Recording artists Robin, Fever Ray, Viagra Boys and over 1,000 members of the Swedish music community are calling for Israel to be excluded from Eurovision 2024. More than 1,000 members of the Swedish music community signed the petition on Monday. open letter In response to Israel’s war against Hamas, he called on Eurovision’s governing body, […]