Music & Theater
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 name imoliver, instead turns to...
New Vaccine Panel Recommendations Weaken Covid and Childhood Immunization Guidance
New recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), a federal vaccine panel...
Retailers Slash Seasonal Hiring to Lowest Level Since 2009
Seasonal hiring in the retail sector is on track to fall to its lowest...
Ford Offers Subprime Buyers Special Financing to Boost F-150 Sales
Ford Motor is ramping up efforts to drive sales of its flagship F-150 pickup...
New Home Sales Jump 20.5% in August Despite High Mortgage Rates
Sales of newly built homes surged 20.5% in August compared with July, marking the...
Lionel Richie Announces 2024 UK and European “Say Hello To The Hits” Tour
Legendary U.S. singer-songwriter Lionel Richie has announced his highly anticipated "Say Hello To The Hits" tour, set to take place across the UK and...
Blackpink’s Rosé and Bruno Mars Celebrate Korean Drinking Culture in New Song “APT”
Blackpink’s Rosé and Bruno Mars have stirred global excitement with their new song "APT," released on October 19. The catchy track, featuring an infectious...
“The Lion King” Celebrates 25 Years in London’s West End with Special Gala Performance
This weekend, the beloved musical The Lion King celebrates its 25th anniversary in London's West End with a special gala performance. Having first premiered...
Jacky Cheung: The Enduring Legacy of Hong Kong’s “God of Songs”
Jacky Cheung Hok-yau, widely known as the "God of Songs," is one of Hong Kong's most iconic entertainers. As one of Cantopop’s "Four Heavenly...
George Harrison’s Early Beatles Guitar Set for Auction with $800,000 Estimate
An electric guitar once played by George Harrison during the early days of the Beatles is set to hit the auction block next month,...
Hong Kong Violinist Angela Sin Ying Chan Wins Prestigious Joseph Joachim Violin Competition
Hong Kong violinist Angela Sin Ying Chan has made history by becoming the first-ever winner from the city at the prestigious Joseph Joachim Violin...
K-pop Dance Culture Thrives in Hong Kong: Aspiring Idols, Dance Covers, and Dream Stages
K-pop dance culture is thriving in Hong Kong, with passionate performers and aspiring idols taking center stage. Cherri Au, a 22-year-old university student, is...
HKGNA Music Festival 2024: A Unique Blend of Classical and Pop Music for a Charitable Cause
Most large-scale music festivals are dedicated to a single genre, such as EDM at Ultra or pop music at Creamfields. However, the Hong Kong...
Anderson .Paak Makes Directorial Debut with Family Comedy “K-Pops”
California-born musician Anderson .Paak, known for his dynamic performances and unique sound, is now venturing into the world of film direction with his feature...
Russian Swifties Defy Challenges to See Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Abroad
Artem, a 22-year-old IT student in Moscow, doesn’t regret spending over $3,000 to see his favorite singer, Taylor Swift, live in concert. While fans...
Hong Kong Star Andy Lau Narrowly Avoids Stage Accident During Shenzhen Concert
Hong Kong singer and actor Andy Lau Tak-wah narrowly avoided a potential accident during his concert in Shenzhen on September 9, sparking national concerns...
Kanye West’s Upcoming Concert in Haikou Sparks Surprise and Debate in China
American rapper Kanye West is gearing up to perform in Haikou, the capital of China's Hainan province, on Sunday, September 15, 2024. The concert...
Tokyo Jazz Club Body & Soul Celebrates 50 Years of Live Music Legacy
In August, Tokyo’s iconic jazz club, Body & Soul, celebrated its 50th anniversary, marking five decades as a cornerstone of Japan’s modern jazz scene....
Beyonce’s “Cowboy Carter” Snubbed by CMAs as Morgan Wallen Leads with Seven Nominations
The Country Music Awards voters surprised many by snubbing Beyonce's critically acclaimed album Cowboy Carter while showering country star Morgan Wallen with seven nominations...
