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Celebrated jazz musician Stan Tracey dies aged 86

Celebrated British pianist and composer Stan Tracey died yesterday at the age of 86.

Benedict Cumberbatch Reads R Kelly Lyrics on Jimmy Kimmel Live

Benedict Cumberbatch dramatic reading of R Kelly's Genius song from Black Panties album went down well with Jimmy Kimmel Live audience

Nazi Shazam: German police develops app to catch neo-Nazi songs

German police have developed a smartphone app that allows them to identify rock songs with neo-Nazi or racist lyrics.

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The Who among the shows coming to Manchester Arena

The Manchester Arena, the city's premier music venue, hosts The Who, Pet Shop Boys and others in its summer schedule. read more

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Hot New Album Releases for your Christmas Wish List

A look at some of the best of the forthcoming Album releases on time for your Christmas wish list. read more

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Glee: Our Favourite Musical Performances

With the death of Corey Monteith and a new season of Glee upon us we take a look back at the best musical performances of Glee to date. read more

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N-Dubz Dappy kicked by horse: Dappy in hospital, horse to win Brit Award?

Rapper Dappy was kicked in the face by a horse and hospitalized following the incident. Now a petition is calling for that horse to get what it deserv.. read more