Music
Joni Mitchell joins Neil Young in protest against Spotify
The singer-songwriter is the first high-profile musician to join Young's protest against the streaming service over its hosting of Joe Rogan's podcast.
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Ian Alexander Jr., only child of Regina King, dies at age 26
King said in a statement that her son was 'such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others.'
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Meat Loaf, ‘Bat Out of Hell’ rock superstar, dies at 74
Meat Loaf, the rock superstar loved by millions for his “Bat Out of Hell” album, has died at age 74.
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New exhibits, Jerry Blavat, mom’s night out, and more in this week’s ‘Things to Do’
Baby, it’s cold outside … but there’s still lots of fun to be had this week, including new exhibits, concerts, and a great mom’s night out.
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Listen 4:51Martin Luther King Jr. and Harriet Tubman are celebrated, and dinosaurs roam again in weekend event highlights in and around Philadelphia.
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Listen 4:59Ronnie Spector, ’60s icon who sang ‘Be My Baby,’ dies at 78
Spector died Wednesday after a brief battle with cancer, her family said.
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Rider University now an affiliate of the Grammy Museum
The college in Lawrenceville, N.J., will have access to music industry resources from the U.S. Recording Academy, a.k.a. the Grammy Awards.
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Downingtown Blue and Gold Marching Band to play in Rose Parade on New Year’s Day
The Chester County musicians will perform on New Year’s Day as one of just 12 high school bands chosen by the Tournament of Roses committee.
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The Philly duo Kuf Knotz and Christine Elise speak to WHYY’s Priyanka Tewari about their musical love story and their new album, where hip-hop and soul meet classical.
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Listen 5:58Ringing in the new year with music, Mummers, and more in this week’s ‘Things to Do’
Dec. 30 - Jan. 2: Things to do for New Year’s in and around Philly.
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Listen 5:14Some New Year’s events in Philly changing or canceling as COVID surges
While some big New Year’s events are still on as planned, others are canceling outright or making changes to adapt to concerns over the latest COVID-19 surge.
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3 members of K-pop sensation BTS diagnosed with COVID-19
The group’s management agency says RM and Jin were diagnosed with COVID-19 on Saturday evening, and another member, Suga, tested positive on Friday.
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Celebrating Christmas and Kwanzaa in this week’s ‘Things to Do’
Celebrations including Disney, Kwanzaa, and live and virtual shows are highlighted this holiday weekend.
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