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The Co Antrim craftsman making guitars for the stars from his workshop in Ballyclare
The Irish News
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A Co Antrim luthier who has designed and supplied bespoke guitars to the likes of Lewis Capaldi, The Killers and Hozier, has spoken of his journey to becoming a world-class craftsman. Ballyclare man Chris Moffitt set up Kithara Guitars in 2018...
Finding the Thing with Feathers
Patheos
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July 15, 2025
Anyone who has ever stepped inside a Catholic church more than once for a mass that includes music has undoubtedly heard “On Eagle’s Wings.” I’m not Catholic, and “On Eagle’s Wings” is far from my favorite sacred song, but I do have a history with...
Leader of the Pack – The Ellie Greenwich Musical
Times Square Chronicles
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July 13, 2025
With a tender ear for the pain of imprisonment and racial profiling, balanced with the virtue of love and Forgiveness, from any and all angles, the adaptation of the Canada Reads Award-winning bestselling memoir, “Forgiveness: A Gift From My...
NZ Youth Choir’s winning streak continues with ‘Choir of the World’ award in Wales
Newstalk ZB
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July 13, 2025
The New Zealand Youth Choir has taken out the top place in an international competition for the second time in as many weeks. The choir, composed of a young group of Kiwi singers aged 18-25, was awarded the title of “Choir of the World” at the...
Taking Melbourne International Games Week to the next level
Brimbank & North West Star Weekly
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July 13, 2025
Gamers, influencers, businesses, educators and industry leaders are invited to help shape this year’s Melbourne International Games Week (MIGW) ahead of its return this October. The state government is calling for expressions of interest to join...
Matt Cameron Clarifies That He’s Not Retiring After Pearl Jam Exit
American Songwriter
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July 14, 2025
Matt Cameron isn’t done making music. After the drummer shocked fans by announcing his exit from Pearl Jam, he took to his Instagram Story to clarify that his departure wasn’t a retirement announcement. “Thank you for the kind words of support,”...
Global Conference for Israel to Draw Thousands to South Florida
Broward County Community News - Florida
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July 11, 2025
Over 2,500 passionate supporters of the land and people of Israel will come together October 23–26, 2025, at The Diplomat Hotel in Hollywood, Florida, for Jewish National Fund-USA’s Global Conference for Israel—one of the world’s premier...
Live Aid: 40 years ago the music world came together fight famine in Africa
OUTinPerth
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July 13, 2025
It was on this day in 1985 that the iconic Live Aid concert took place in London and Philadelphia, a worldwide broadcast of the event was groundbreaking for its time. It featured many of the biggest names in Rock n Roll, alongside many artists now...
Music Notes July 2025
Toledo City Paper - Ohio
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July 11, 2025
Lunch at Levis Celebrate Summer Thursdays with Food, Music & Fun Mark the 20th year of Lunch at Levis, a beloved summer lunchtime tradition featuring live music, food trucks and activities every Thursday through October 2. July highlights include...
Neil Diamond surprises fans with unexpected performance amid ongoing health battle
Hello!
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July 15, 2025
Neil Diamond made a triumphant return to performing over the weekend when he stopped by the Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles to watch the musical based on his incredible life. The 84-year-old was joined by his wife Katie McNeil as they sat in the...
Bif Naked embodies spirit of resilience and self-expression
The Timmins Daily Press
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July 15, 2025
Breadcrumb Trail Links Local Entertainment Music News Local News Friday’s Rock on the River lineup also includes Failed Attempt, Pop Evil and the Headstones Bif Naked will take to the stage on Day 1 of the 2025 Rock on the River concert in the...
Justin Bieber cuddles son Jack Blues during fun-filled beach vacation
TUKO
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July 15, 2025
Justin Bieber is a doting father of one, and he was captured sharing quality time with his 10-month-old son The pop star shared glimpses of his vacation, including beautiful ocean views, pasta, and quality time with Jack The musician has been...
World's unluckiest song, over 100 people died listening to it, was banned for 62 years, song is...
India.com
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July 11, 2025
Home Entertainment World’s unluckiest song, over 100 people died listening to it, was banned for 62 years, song is… You won't believe the back story of this song. Over a 100 people did suicide after listening to this song. It was banned for the...
10 Zimbabweans making waves in Australia
New Zimbabwe
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July 14, 2025
By Darlington Gatsi Zimbabwe’s global diaspora continues to be a powerful force shaping narratives, industries, and communities far beyond its borders. Among the most vibrant hubs is Australia – a land of opportunity where many Zimbabweans have...
To beat or not to beat? Darius V. Daughtry is bringing a modern twist to Shakespeare with ‘The Bard in Bars’
WSVN 7 - Florida
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July 15, 2025
To beat or not to beat? That’s the question in the newest hip hop interpretation of Shakespeare. ‘the bard in bars’ is a remix of beats, bars, and the violin. It’s a musical stage performance fusing the arguably greatest wordsmith ever with...
Pope: Humanity can always come together, even in times of division
Vatican News
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July 15, 2025
Pope Leo XIV sends a video message to participants in an Italian charity event, and insists on the importance of promoting dialogue and peace in a world plagued by divisions. By Isabella H. de Carvalho Pope Leo XIV has highlighted the urgency of...
Nigerian music critic inducted into Grammy Recording Academy
Punch
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July 12, 2025
A United States of America-based Nigerian music critic and writer, Olumide Akinlolu, professionally known as Oyebanji Akins, has been inducted as a member of the prestigious Recording Academy, the organisation responsible for selecting Grammy...
Emmy Winner Jeremy Railton Has Died
PopCulture
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July 15, 2025
Emmy-winning art director and production designer Jeremy Railton, who worked with musical artists including Michael Jackson and Fleetwood Mac and on shows such as Pee-Wee’s Playhouse, has died. Railton passed away Wednesday at his home in Three...
Atlanta music icons Ludacris, Jermaine Dupri to headline pregame ceremony for MLB All-Star Game
Atlanta News First - Georgia
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July 12, 2025
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Atlanta hip-hop icons Ludacris and Jermaine Dupri will headline the pregame ceremony of the MLB All-Star Game. Fellow Atlanta artists the Zac Brown Band, along with country music star Kane Brown and Canadian...
Meet the NI guitar maker whose customers include Lewis Capaldi and The Killers
Belfast Telegraph
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July 15, 2025
Chris Moffitt, founder of Kithara Guitars, has received backing from the enterprise support service Go Succeed as he seeks to grow his business. “I’m confident in my craft — building guitars and bringing musicians’ ideas to life — but the business...