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The ‘Refueled Duets’ collaboration that left Jay DeMarcus in tears

Tuesday, July 15 by Lakes Media Music News

When Rascal Flatts were working on their Life is a Highway: Refueled Duets album, Kelly Clarkson signed on to perform their 2001 hit "I'm Movin' On."The superstar wanted to add her vocal in Los Angeles, but six weeks later, Jay... Read More.

Long Island Music Hall of Fame film festival to include docs on The Beatles, The Zombies & more

Tuesday, July 15 by Lakes Media Music News

The Long Island Music Hall of Fame has announced details of their upcoming Music Documentary Film Festival, happening Aug. 8-10.The festival will include screenings of 24 music documentaries, covering artists like The Beatles, Harry Chapin and The Zombies.Opening day will include a screening of the documentary Building... Read More.

Hard drives with Beyoncé’s unreleased music stolen in Atlanta

Monday, July 14 by Lakes Media Music News

Police are searching for a suspect accused of stealing two suitcases containing sensitive material related to Beyoncé's performances, including unreleased music and show plans, from a vehicle in Atlanta earlier this month, authorities said.A police incident report says that the owner of the suitcases... Read More.

Bob Geldof says David Bowie, not Queen, caused surge in Live Aid donations

Monday, July 14 by Lakes Media Music News

Bob Geldof is setting the record straight about a moment in the Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody that claimed donations to help famine relief in Ethiopia skyrocketed after the band performed at Live Aid.Geldof, one of the founders of Live Aid, told The Read More.

Music notes: Alex Warren, Britney Spears and more

Monday, July 14 by Lakes Media Music News

It’s an extraordinary chart-topper. Alex Warren’s hit song “Ordinary” is #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the sixth week. Meanwhile, Netflix's KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack jumped to #2 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart. It’s the highest-charting soundtrack of the year and now claims the biggest streaming week for a... Read More.

Mötley Crüe’s Nikki Sixx on how Dolly Parton connected to ‘Home Sweet Home’

Monday, July 14 by Lakes Media Music News

Mötley Crüe recently released a new version of their classic track "Home Sweet Home," featuring Dolly Parton. In a new interview with Forbes, bassist Nikki Sixx reveals that Dolly had a special connection to the tune."Dolly looked at me and said, 'I really love... Read More.

Nashville notes: Gavin Adcock’s ‘Sunset’ + Sacha’s ‘Shooting Star’

Monday, July 14 by Lakes Media Music News

Gavin Adcock just released "Sunset" as the latest preview of his Own Worst Enemy album, which comes out Aug. 15. Tyler Rich will launch his 13-date Leaving California Tour Sept. 28 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It follows his Hello... Read More.

Bryan Adams looks back at 40-year milestones as he gets ready to release new single

Monday, July 14 by Lakes Media Music News

Bryan Adams is reflecting on some big milestones in his career.The rocker shared a video on social media noting that "incredibly" it’s been 40 years since he released his iconic track "Summer of ’69," as well as 40 years since his ballad "Heaven" went... Read More.

Priscilla Block puts a ‘Jolene’ twist on Simon & Garfunkel’s ‘Cecilia’

Monday, July 14 by Lakes Media Music News

Priscilla Block reinterprets Simon & Garfunkel's 1970 hit "Cecilia" on her new track, "You're Breaking My Heart (Cecilia)."In the original cut from the Bridge Over Troubled Water album, it's a story of love gone wrong. In Priscilla's update, she's... Read More.

Jay-Z joins Beyoncé for Cowboy Carter tour stop in Atlanta

Monday, July 14 by Lakes Media Music News

Beyoncé's Dangerously in Love with husband Jay-Z and she showed it Sunday night when her Cowboy Carter tour stopped in Atlanta.Jay surprised fans when he joined Bey onstage at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium for a performance of their song "Crazy in Love." “Give it up for my... Read More.

Crowded House asking fans for help with new documentary

Monday, July 14 by Lakes Media Music News

A documentary on the Aussie band Crowded House is in the works, and the group is asking fans for help.In a post on Instagram, the “Don’t Dream It’s Over” outfit made a plea to their followers looking for unique footage... Read More.

Hudson Westbrook’s 17-track map of ‘Texas Forever’

Monday, July 14 by Lakes Media Music News

Newcomer Hudson Westbrook had a hand in writing all 17 tracks on his debut album, Texas Forever, including his breakthrough hit, "House Again." "Damn Good Taste in Whiskey" is the latest preview of the record, which arrives July 25."I guess I like... Read More.