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Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio dies at 77

Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio has died at the age of 77

The Independent UK

Paquita la del Barrio death: Beloved Mexican singer and ‘Warrior of Bolero’ dies at 77

The Veracruz-born singer was known for speaking out against macho culture in songs like ‘Rata de dos patas’

The Independent UK

"Steven cannot put himself under the rigours of doing a full worldwide tour because there’s a lot of pressure”: Why a recent live performance from Aerosmith's Steven Tyler was a one-off

Singer is a “perfectionist”, says ex-Guns N' Roses drummer Matt Sorum

MusicRadar

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“I was impressed how the DNAfx stood up against my bandmate’s Kemper”: Can a budget Harley Benton prog metal rig rival a Strandberg and Kemper? I took both to a rehearsal room to find out

As the budget gear market continues to make strides, I pitched my high-end live rig against the cheapest alternative rig to see if the 94% price difference is justified

Guitar World

“A high-spec instrument at a competitive price”: Manson’s updated M-Series models have been treated to Sustainiac pickups, fresh finishes… and onboard Fuzz Factory upgrades

The British guitar builder, which is headed up by Muse’s Matt Bellamy, has expanded its best-selling T-style model with a host of killer updates

Guitar World

Singer Conor Maynard shares update after being rushed to hospital

‘You’re not allowed to laugh … but I fell down some stairs,’ joked the musician

The Independent UK

The best new rock songs you need to hear right now

Including Tyler Bryant, Joanne Shaw Taylor, Samantha Fish and five other creatures of the rock'n'roll night

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“Alien levels of precision. You can’t believe it until you sit in front of him and you’re like, ‘Whoa’”: We asked Tim Henson and Tosin Abasi who is blowing their minds right now. They both named the same guitarist

This progressive virtuoso has already been labeled shred’s next hope – now he’s been tipped for greatness… and a Polyphia guest spot

Guitar World

Maribou State at Alexandra Palace review: a cheerful blast of summer sunshine

4/5 An orchestra, a choir and a new album drove away the winter chill after a five-year hiatus

Evening Standard

"I'm not planning on doing a set with Black Sabbath but I am doing little bits and pieces with them”: Ozzy Osbourne’s health will restrict his involvement in Villa Park gig this July

But who will step into his shoes the rest of the time?

MusicRadar

Legendary east London pub venue where Roxy Music and the Who performed reopens after refurbishment

Red Lion enjoyed an extraordinary heyday in the Sixties and Seventies when many bands played before going on to global fame

Evening Standard

Myles Smith review – Brits Rising Star award winner clearly has hidden depths

The Stargazing streaming sensation gives his young fans what they want, but there’s evidently more to him than earworm singalongs

The Guardian - UK

Timothee Chalamet fans go wild over Estonia’s lookalike Eurovision Song Contest entry

‘I thought they put a wig on Timothee,’ one person said

The Independent UK

Shakira Cancels Lima Concert Due To Hospitalization

Shakira cancels Lima concert due to health issues but plans to reschedule. Fans eagerly await her return to the stage.

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"He was so drunk, we couldn't even finish the show": Surviving members of The Doors on the breakdown of the band and life with Jim Morrison

"His real problem was the Oedipus complex": Drummer and guitarist John Densmore and Robbie Krieger speak to Rick Beato

Guitar World

“A special rendition”: Post Malone proves his guitar hero credentials once again as he fronts Nirvana reunion and nails Smells Like Teen Spirit at SNL50

The under-appreciated guitarist took on lead and vocal duties for the one-song performance – and the internet absolutely loved it

Guitar World

“We were given 10 to 15 dates, but we ended up playing only four or five because of conflicting member schedules… I knew I needed a change”: My band has 35 members in five countries – and it’s actually made my musical life easier

An ambitious mission requires finding creative solutions – Guitar Gabby explains how she came up with the idea of a 35-strong band, and how it’s ensured she doesn’t miss opportunities ever again

MusicRadar

Post Malone fronting Nirvana, Miley Cyrus channels Sinéad O’Connor, David Byrne and Robyn, Lady Gaga joins The Lonely Island… SNL’s 50th anniversary weekend had something for everyone

Plus, Paul McCartney's Abbey Road medley, Sabrina Carpenter performs with Paul Simon, and more – watch the highlights

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“I wanted to capture that destruction and endurance”: A devastating tornado threatened to tear apart Gillian Welch and David Rawlings’ beloved studio. Now they’ve documented the natural disaster – and their Nashville rebirth – on a new album

The Americana duo tell the story of their return to a long-serving Nashville studio and a remarkable record that bears its name

Evening Standard

Theo Croker's Dream Manifest at the Barbican review: jazz, just not as we know it

4/5 The Grammy-nominated trumpet ace showcases his new album with the help of special guests

The Guardian - UK

‘It was like she was possessed’: how Q Lazzarus made Silence of the Lambs’ most bewitching song – and then vanished

Her track Goodbye Horses soundtracked one of the 90s thriller’s most memorable scenes, but the singer ended up driving cabs and dying in obscurity. Now a new documentary lets her tell her story

MusicRadar

“Even 300 million streams don’t guarantee a sustainable career”: How Lola Young built on the viral success of Messy - and what musicians can learn from her journey

Exploding on TikTok or getting that one big hit might be something many artists are trying to crack - but it's no guarantee of long-term success

Metal Hammer

"I feel like crying, that was beautiful." Spiritbox's Alexandra Palace show is the end of an era: where they go from rising stars to metal's next big thing

With live debuts, old favourites and stunning visuals, Spiritbox's headline show at Alexandra Palace is nothing short of magic

The Guardian - UK

‘If I’d written Happy Birthday, I wouldn’t be in comedy’: Josh Widdicombe’s honest playlist

The comedian gets a nostalgic rush from the Smiths and would have the Beatles soundtracking his funeral, but which Welsh indie classic can he no longer bear?

Metal Hammer

"I'm not planning on doing a set with Black Sabbath": Ozzy says he'll only do "little bits and pieces" with Sabbath at final reunion show

Black Sabbath's Back To The Beginning show will take place on July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, UK

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