The biggest name in Chinese music streaming is still leading the pack, pulling in around 528 million monthly users and earning a full billion dollars from its services last quarter. Its main rival, NetEase, made only about 282 million dollars in the same period, showing how far ahead Tencent Music s
Jungle’s upcoming tour offers a mix of old favorites and one slower new single, “Carry On. ” Their sound blends soul, disco, and funk—styles that made hits like “Casio” and “Back On 74” famous. But some fans might notice the new track feels different from the high-energy anthems they love. While old
The music world is changing fast. New computer programs can write songs, mix tracks and even suggest new ideas for musicians. At Berklee College of Music in Boston, a special lab is letting students test these tools and think about what it means for their future careers. The lab, called the Emergin
This April, Northwest Indiana offers a mix of theater, music, and Polish traditions worth checking out. A local theater group is preparing a spring musical called "The Legend of Georgia McBride, " which flips gender roles as a struggling man turns into a drag queen to pay the bills. Auditions were o
Brandon Lake, a singer who grew up in South Carolina, is blending gospel melodies with the twang of Nashville. His recent work shows how religious themes can fit into modern country music, a trend that dates back decades. Lake’s latest single with Lainey Wilson, “The Jesus I Know Now, ” drops on Goo
A fresh partnership has formed for the country trio The Band Perry, who have recently added a new song to their catalog after nearly a decade. They now partner with Borchetta Entertainment Group, a management arm that has been expanding under the leadership of music executive Scott Borchetta. The
Video games have long used background music to set the mood, but most soundtracks just play on loop without changing based on what the player does. New AI tools can now create music in real time that reacts to your actions and the game’s environment. While this idea sounds cool, researchers aren’t s
Learning an instrument does more than help you play songs. Research shows it sharpens how the brain handles sights and sounds together. Musicians often spot mismatches between what they hear and see faster than non-musicians. This isn’t just about music—it affects how they read emotions and process
Mid-November in Huntington Beach isn’t just about sunsets and surf. In 2026, it’s the stage for a music festival that’s bringing back the sounds and styles of decades gone by. Forget modern pop—this is a one-day celebration of goth, punk, and new wave, packed with artists who defined the ’80s and ’9
During the opening night of the classic musical "Chicago" at the Kennedy Center, a high-profile figure arrived in the spotlight—though not on stage. The timing raised questions about priorities. Not long before the performance began, a significant policy change was announced, one that reshaped how f
