Music & Theater

Taylor Swift Dominates 2026 American Music Awards Nominations with Eight Nods

Taylor Swift leads the 2026 American Music Awards nominations with eight nods, followed by Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter, and SOMBR. The event will be hosted by Queen Latifah and air live on Memorial Day.

Bank of Korea Raises Rate to 3% in Second Straight Hike

The Bank of Korea raised its benchmark rate 25 basis points to 3.0% on Thursday, a second straight hike backed by a chip-led export boom.

Warsh Cuts Fed Statement to 130 Words, Drops All Rate-Cut Language

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh shortened the post-meeting statement to 130 words from 341, removing all mention of future rate cuts and hinting at higher-for-longer

Trump Demands FCC Punish NBC Host, Treasury Bars Reporters From G20

Trump called for FCC punishment of NBC host Kristen Welker on Sunday as the Treasury barred NYT, WSJ and Bloomberg reporters from G20 events.

Bessent Says U.S. Will Sanction Another Bank Over Iran Ties This Week

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. will sanction another bank this week to clamp down on Iran transactions, ahead of G20 meetings in North Caro

Taylor Swift Dominates 2026 American Music Awards Nominations with Eight Nods

Taylor Swift leads the 2026 American Music Awards nominations with eight nods, followed by Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter, and SOMBR. The event will be hosted by Queen Latifah and air live on Memorial Day.

China’s Music Market Surges Ahead: A Look at Growth and Expansion

China's music industry is experiencing robust growth, with a significant increase in overall revenue and notable expansion across various sectors. The market's resilience and...

Signs Emerge of Thawing in China’s Ban on Korean Culture

Reports suggest a potential easing of China's long-standing unofficial ban on Korean pop culture, which has been in place for nearly a decade. This...

China’s Music Scene Harmonizes with AI: A Revolution in Creation and Performance

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping China's music industry, ushering in an era of unprecedented creativity, efficiency, and new possibilities. From AI-powered music production tools...

AI Musicians Redefine Creativity in the Streaming Era

When most bands prepare for a performance, they rely on guitars, keyboards, and drums. British AI music creator Oliver McCann, who performs under the...

Sally Yeh: The Timeless Voice of Cantopop and Hong Kong Cinema

In the vibrant cultural boom of 1980s and ’90s Hong Kong, where Cantopop defined the soundtrack of daily life and local cinema captivated audiences...

Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” Becomes Highest-Grossing Country Tour in History

Beyoncé has officially made history with her "Cowboy Carter" tour, now the highest-grossing country tour of all time, generating over $400 million in revenue,...

Masked Chinese Singer Sparks Debate Ahead of Concert Debut

A 20-year-old singer from China known only by her online alias “wangzaixiaoqiao” is making headlines with plans to hold her first live concert—without ever...

Long-Lost Buckingham Nicks Album Finally Gets Reissue After 50 Years

Before the turbulence of Rumours and the arena-sized fame of Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham were two young dreamers in Los Angeles,...

Seoul’s Legendary Jazz Bar All That Jazz Keeps the Beat Alive

For travelers seeking vibrant nightlife, All That Jazz in Seoul offers a soulful escape through sound. Hidden in Itaewon—Seoul’s most international neighborhood—this iconic jazz...

Foo Fighters Set for Explosive Jakarta Comeback with Unique Onstage Freedom

US rock band Foo Fighters are making a highly anticipated return to Indonesia after nearly three decades, bringing with them an unfiltered performance style...

Lady Gaga’s Singapore Concerts See Lukewarm Response Amid Economic Uncertainty

Singapore’s booming live concert scene appears to be cooling, with Lady Gaga’s recent shows receiving a less-than-anticipated response despite early buzz. Unlike the frenzied...

Ivors 2024: U2, Charli XCX, Berwyn, and Robbie Williams Among Top Honorees

Singers Charli XCX, Robbie Williams, Myles Smith, and rapper Berwyn were among the major winners at this year’s Ivor Novello Awards, Britain’s prestigious celebration...

Ballet Legend Yuri Grigorovich Honored at Bolshoi Theatre Following His Death

Russia paid a solemn tribute to ballet legend Yuri Grigorovich on Friday at the Bolshoi Theatre, where he served as artistic director for many...

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