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President Tells Reporters Good Music Keeps Him Happy on Air Force One — 5dThe clip shows the president telling reporters on Air Force One that he wanted to make sure everyone is okay with the music and that good music keeps him happy. The video is spreading after being posted by an official government account. @R

Singer Duncan Sheik Dies at 56 — 15hSinger-songwriter Duncan Sheik, known for the hit "Barely Breathing" and the Tony and Grammy-winning musical "Spring Awakening," died Thursday. He was 56. Sheik died from organ f… — by Sandra Rhodes

Colin Kaepernick: National Anthem a ‘Bad Song’ — 1dThe former NFL football player who refused to stand for the U.S. National Anthem is now calling it “bad song” musically. Colin Kaepernick appeared on Wednesday’s episode of “The A… — by Sandra Rhodes

Sam Okafor Kaepernick is right that the anthem is tough to sing, but that has nothing to do with why we stand for it.

Jelly Roll Weighs Music Future, Seeks God’s Direction — 4dJelly Roll says he may walk away from music to follow God’s direction, planning a hiatus and saying he’d do something entirely different if that’s what God wants. His reflections come after a year of major career highs, including Grammys and Grand Ole Opry induction, alongside personal changes like divorce, sobriety, and ongoing therapy as he seeks clarity for his next path.

Drake's 'Fear of Missing Out' Is a Film Premiere, Not Album — 5dDrake is releasing Fear of Missing Out as a self-funded, not-so-short film premiering September 15 across YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music, described as a visual project built around one summer and directed and scored by his creative circle. He emphasizes the peace of the project as a statement on meaningful music videos and delivers a blunt life motto—“Nobody is coming to save you.”

The Man Who Invented Braille for MusicGood News — FROM 1830Braille adapts system for musical notation.

September 19: Global Milestones, Cultural HistoryEntertainment — 2dSept. 19 is highlighted in country music history with Miranda Lambert’s artist-in-residency at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, certification milestones for stars like Morgan Wallen and Thomas Rhett, and ongoing legacy moments such as the Oak Ridge Boys’ farewell tour; the date also features charitable performances tied to artists like Dan + Shay and Carrie Underwood. In world history, Sept. 19 marks Swami Vivekananda’s Paper on Hinduism at the 1893 Parliament of Religions in Chicago, New Zealand becoming the first self-governing country to grant women the right to vote, and the Hundred Years’ War Battle of Poitiers, all associated with this date.

Episode 1317: Cory Asbury on Worship Music Return and Zelda Christian Connections — Sep 9, 2026Cory Asbury talks about returning to worship music on episode 1317 of the RELEVANT Podcast, which also covers hidden Christian connections in The Legend of Zelda.

Priya Raman The podcast mixing those topics feels random at first but both show how faith shows up in unexpected places.

U2 to Receive MusiCares 2027 Honor on Band's 50th Anniversary — Sep 10, 2026U2 are named MusiCares 2027 Persons of the Year, celebrated for five decades of music and extensive humanitarian work, with a February gala at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The honor highlights Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr.'s philanthropy and impact beyond music.

Priya Raman U2's charity work has always stood out, so this 2027 honor feels well earned after fifty years.

Maddie Font Announces Pregnancy With Baby Girl After March Miscarriage — 2dMaddie Font announced she and husband Jonah Font are expecting their second child, a baby girl, joining their 3-year-old son Forrest as she launches a solo career after leaving Maddie & Tae. The news follows a tough year that included a March miscarriage, after which she reflects on faith and balancing motherhood with her new path in music, while maintaining a close friendship with Tae Kerr.

Nicole Hardy Her choice to go solo while raising kids shows real commitment, and keeping that bond with Tae is a smart move in country music.

Pope Leo Reportedly Reconsiders Francis’ Financial Policies — 4dA diverse round-up covers religion and culture with Catholic commentary and ecclesial governance debates alongside a sports read on the Las Vegas Raiders’ season-opening win over the Dolphins. It also highlights local arts and music events in Huntsville, a faith-based Q&A on spiritual discernment and dreams, and a consumer-protection training event in Mysuru.

BTS Returns From Hiatus at Las Vegas Festival — 2dBTS closed out night one of the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas with a high-energy set featuring tracks from ARIRANG such as SWIM, 2.0, MIC Drop and FYA, marking a triumphant return to the US stage. The two-day festival features a star-studded lineup and is being streamed via Disney+ and Hulu in addition to live radio coverage across the country.

Johann Sebastian Bach Dedicates Music to GodGood News — FROM 1723Composer begins Leipzig cantatas

The Story of the Man Who Invented Braille for MusicGood News — FROM 1830Blind composer creates accessible notation

The Story of the Trapp Family's Escape and MusicGood News — FROM 1938Austrian family flees Nazis and shares songs worldwide

Brooks & Dunn to Receive 2026 Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award — 4dBrooks & Dunn will receive the 2026 CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award during the 60th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on November 18, broadcast on ABC and Disney+ (and Hulu the following day). The CMA lauds the duo’s more than three decades shaping country music, with 20 No. 1 hits, Hall of Fame inductions, and a lasting impact on the genre.

Rachel Meyers The Willie Nelson award fits them perfectly given their Hall of Fame status and lasting influence.

Casting Calls Span Seven U.S. Cities — 2dStacker’s current-city roundups show ongoing Casting Networks listings across San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, Austin and Atlanta for short films, feature films, reality TV, game shows, and even a music video, with roles such as Lyna, Leon, Bianca, Tom, Callie, and other ensemble parts. The listings vary in compensation, including SAG SCALE and non-union rates, and repeatedly feature recurring roles like Lyna (Minor) and the Unique Couples/Transformation shows, underscoring broad local acting opportunities.

Tom Gallagher Those Lyna and Unique Couples roles keep coming up everywhere. Seems like they want the same type of people over and over.

Shakira's 'Dai Dai' Hits 1 Billion YouTube Views — Sep 11, 2026Shakira's career spans intimate origins of songs like Pies Descalzos, Sueños Blancos, Inevitable, and Ciega, sordomuda to world-conquering World Cup anthems, highlighting improvisation, personal identity, and turning points such as the Bzrp Music Sessions Vol. 53. Her influence extends beyond music to a signature belly-dance aesthetic rooted in Lebanese and Caribbean influences, along with record-breaking milestones like Dai Dai reaching 1 billion YouTube views and high chart rankings, underscoring her status as a global Latin-pop icon through collaborations and cultural fusion.

Dolly Parton Asked Her Sister for One Final Thing Before She Died — Sep 11, 2026Dolly Parton’s sister is sharing new details about the country music legend’s final days, including the last request Parton made of her before her death. According to Fox News, dur… — by Andrew Powell

CD sales surge 58% as US music revenue tops $6 billion — Sep 1, 2026The U.S. recorded music market grew about 7% in the first half of 2026, driven by a revival of CDs and vinyl that boosted physical music revenue even as streaming remains the largest source; the industry described a healthy, diversified marketplace with continued investment in artists. Data show CD revenue surging roughly 59%, vinyl up about 18%, while paid subscriptions and overall streaming also rose, signaling broad consumer interest in multiple formats.

Rachel Meyers Streaming still dominates obviously, but nice to see physical media isn't totally dead. My local record store looks busier lately too.

Charli XCX Plans Six-Date 2027 European Tour — 6dCharli XCX says the six-date 2027 UK and Europe leg is a deliberate choice to protect her mental and physical health, apologizing to fans while stressing she must honor her truth as an artist. The tour runs six dates in Dublin, Glasgow, Manchester, London, Amsterdam and Paris with Audrey Hobert as opener, following the release of her Music, Fashion, Film era.

Snoop Dogg Set to Host 2026 VMAs in Los Angeles — Sep 10, 2026Snoop Dogg will host the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles on September 27, marking the first West Coast VMAs since 2017, with Nirvana set to receive the Video Vanguard Award and the show airing across CBS, MTV and Paramount+. Coverage across outlets highlights Snoop’s long history with the VMAs and confirms the West Coast return and ongoing roster announcements for performers and nominees.

Derek Foss Snoop hosting the VMAs back in LA should bring some real West Coast energy to the show after all these years.

Coach Celebrates 85th Anniversary With NYFW Show — Sep 10, 2026Coach’s Spring 2027 show in New York featured a front row led by Elle Fanning and Storm Reid with a diverse mix of Hollywood, music and fashion talent, showcasing the brand’s ongoing emphasis on individual style. The night doubled as an 85th‑anniversary celebration, channeling Studio 54 energy with a tailored party atmosphere and VIPs including global ambassadors and guests, underscoring Coach’s festive, collaborative approach to self‑expression.

Dire Straits Album Becomes First CD to Sell One Million Copies — Sep 10, 2026Music history milestones are recapped: the first CD to sell 1,000,000 copies marked a shift from vinyl, while the Beatles' She Loves You became the era's biggest UK single with 1.93 million copies sold. Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here is hailed as a top classic of the 1970s, Beatles' Love Me Do spawned multiple UK/US versions, and Nickelback's Silver Side Up marked a defining early-2000s breakthrough.

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