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Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival Opens

The Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival launches with groundbreaking performances by Distractfold Ensemble and Jennifer Walshe. Discover this celebration of avant-garde music.

Bridget Riley's Optical Art Leaves Viewers Gasping

A review of Bridget Riley's 'Learning to See' exhibition at Turner Contemporary, Margate. Experience the mesmerising optical art that challenges perception and leaves visitors in awe. Plan your visit now.

Aimard's spellbinding piano recital at Wigmore Hall

French virtuoso Pierre-Laurent Aimard delivers an unforgettable performance at London's Wigmore Hall, showcasing breathtaking technical command and profound musical insight in works by Beethoven, Carter, and Messiaen.

John Adams Festival Triumphs in Manchester

The Hallé Orchestra delivers a breathtaking performance of John Adams' works at Bridgewater Hall, showcasing the composer's vibrant musical legacy in a spectacular festival finale.

Jonathan Lloyd: British Composer Dies at 73

The music world mourns the loss of Jonathan Lloyd, the innovative British composer and educator whose vibrant works captivated audiences for decades. Remembering his remarkable legacy.

Davóne Tines revives radical composer Julius Eastman

American vocalist Davóne Tines delivers a powerful homage to forgotten composer Julius Eastman at London's Barbican Hall, reclaiming the legacy of a musical maverick whose work defied categorization.

How artists use music to fuel their creative process

Discover how leading contemporary artists including Chris Ofili, Lindsey Mendick and Ragnar Kjartansson use carefully curated playlists to unlock their creative potential and transform their studios into spaces of musical inspiration.

Jamie Foxx's daughter joins GloRilla on stage

Hollywood star Jamie Foxx's daughter Corinne made an unexpected cameo during GloRilla's SKVLK Festival performance, joining the rapper on stage in a memorable Halloween weekend moment.

Harvest Rock 2025: Adelaide's Musical Triumph

The 2025 Harvest Rock festival in Adelaide transformed the city into a musical paradise with electrifying performances from global superstars and emerging talents, creating an unforgettable weekend of rock revival.

Apartment House stuns at Wigmore Hall with contemporary works

London's prestigious Wigmore Hall witnessed a breathtaking evening of contemporary classical music as the acclaimed Apartment House ensemble delivered mesmerising performances of works by Caitlin Smith, Michael Paccione, and others.

Bob Vylan slams BBC over Glastonbury coverage

London punk grime artists Bob Vylan accuse BBC of selective coverage after Glastonbury performance, claiming broadcaster highlighted their music while omitting powerful political statements about poverty and inequality.

Yungblud's controversial Reading Festival performance

Rock sensation Yungblud divided fans during his Reading Festival performance after being seen smoking, kissing a fan, and handing out cigarettes while shirtless - with many calling it 'the most rock and roll act in years' while others filed complaints.

Sagarika Sundaram's Hypnotic Art Takes London

Experience the mesmerising world of Sagarika Sundaram as her acclaimed solo exhibition arrives in London, showcasing textile art that challenges perceptions of identity and tradition.

Alfie Franco jailed for life over Syrian teen murder

Alfie Franco has been sentenced to life with a minimum of 26 years for the brutal murder of 17-year-old Syrian refugee Ahmad Al-Ibrahim in a Huddersfield street attack that shocked the community.

Arvo Pärt's 90th: Spiritual Magic at Barbican

Experience the mesmerising 90th birthday celebration of Estonian composer Arvo Pärt, as Tonu Kaljuste leads a spiritual journey through his iconic tintinnabuli works at Barbican Hall.

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