oleh admin | Mar 27, 2025 | entertainment, entertainment industry, music, music industry, news
An English-language version of
aespa
In 2024, “Whiplash” by ‘s will make its debut on Thursday, as announced by SM Entertainment.
The group of four will present this updated version for the initial time at
Billboard
In 2025, ‘s Women in Music event will occur in Los Angeles on Saturday. The ceremony aims to honor Aespa as the group of the year during this prestigious award show.
The English rendition of “Whiplash” will be featured in the band’s upcoming single album, alongside a techno house remix produced by DJ and music creator Steve Aoki.
In a shared Instagram post alongside aespa,
Billboard
praised the K-pop girl group for establishing fresh fashion trends.
Thanks to their bold style, [aespa] are establishing fresh trends while remaining authentic,
Billboard
It also cited Karina, who leads the team, stating that their objective was to achieve greater professionalism and authenticity.
“We’re genuine. Obviously, you should maintain professionalism and put forth your best image, but we also aim to reveal our less perfect aspects… We aren’t attempting to censor everything or overly disguise ourselves,” Karina stated.
Billboard
.
“Whiplash,” which serves as the lead single for aespa’s fifth extended play released last October, started at number 53 on Spotify’s global Top Songs Chart. This EP also marked the band’s fifth successive release to achieve over a million sales.
Recently, aespa concluded their global tour, which included 41 shows in 28 different cities, with a two-day performance in Seoul on March 16.
oleh admin | Mar 27, 2025 | entertainment, local news, music, music industry, news
K-pop girl group
NMIXX
is scheduled to return to the Philippines for their eagerly awaited “NMIXX Change Up: Mixx Lab” concert in Manila!
The entertainment firm Lunari Global disclosed via X (previously known as Twitter) that the performance is scheduled for May 2 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.
Those eager not to miss out on the MIXXTOPIA event can buy their tickets solely via Lunari Global’s website beginning March 31. The ticket costs will vary from ₱3,500 for Silver up to ₱13,000 for VVIP Soundcheck & Hi Bye packages.
Below are all the ticket details:
Silver – PhP 3,500
Gold – PhP 6,000
Platinum – PhP 8,000
VIP Soundcheck – Php 11,500
VIP Soundcheck and Hi Bye – Php 13,000
ANSWER members can also enjoy perks as fans according to their bought tickets.
In addition to getting soundcheck access, VVIP and VIP ticket holders will get special lanyards, photocard sets, and they’ll also have a shot at winning an autographed poster through the raffle draw.
In the meantime, those with Platinum and Gold tickets will be given photocards, and some fortunate winners will have the chance to obtain signed posters from NMIXX.
Holders of silver tickets will not miss out either since they too will get special photocards during the event.
NMIXX is a six-member girl band signed with JYP Entertainment, featuring talented members such as Lily, Haewon, Sullyoon, Jiwoo, Kyujin, and Bae. Renowned for their impressive vocals and energetic shows, they have gained popularity through hits including “KNOW ABOUT ME” and “Love Me Like This.”
DASH
,” “DICE,” and “O.O.”
The ensemble had earlier dropped by Manila in June 2023 as part of their “Nice to Mixx You” concert series and likewise went to attend an event.
Asia Artist Awards
in December 2023 at the Philippine Arena.
Check out the major winners from the Asia Artist Awards 2023 in this gallery:
This article
NMIXX plans to make a comeback in Manila this May.
was originally published in
GMA Entertainment
.
oleh admin | Mar 26, 2025 | music, music albums, music and lyrics, music industry, musicians
The South Korean vocalist and songwriter Peach Luffe, whose real name is Jong Lee, launched his eight-track extended play titled “Back to Me.” This collection includes singles he has been releasing since August 2024. Based in Toronto, this artist merges ethereal pop sounds with classical elements, producing emotionally resonant music pieces.
Starting from 2019, he has been diligently engaged in writing and producing his own creations such as “Fallen,” “Sunflower,” “Fairytale,” “Venus,” and “Evergreen.”
His most recent extended play explores introspection, merging retro-inspired indie pop with classical components. Peach Luffe interpreted it as a way to reconnect, stating, “My aim is simply to go back to who I originally was; I’m not sure if this sense of ‘being diminished’ will be fleeting or lasting. This frightens me. All I wish for is to find my way back to myself.”
The extended play kicks off with “Just a Thread,” featuring intricate instrumentals that reflect the battle of yearning for one’s former self. Next comes “Better Off,” characterized by its lively tempo, as it searches for comfort amidst doubt. The third track, “What’s on Your Mind,” uses heartfelt verses to stir up memories, underlining honesty and direct conversation.
The reflective atmosphere carries over into “Before I Met You,” a calm tune pondering former selves. Similarly serene, with gentle tunes and deeply crafted verses, “When You Hold Me” delves into fragility and hard-to-articulate queries shared between partners.
“Your Everything” continues the motif by exploring the intricacies and commitments within love. The EP concludes with stripped-down versions of “Just a Thread” and “Better Off,” which emphasize rawer vocal performances and a stronger emotional bond through simpler arrangements.
Of all these tracks, Peach Luffe considers “Just a Thread” to be the core of the EP.
“He expressed his desire to rediscover himself,” highlighting how the song’s essence becomes more profound as he grows older.
He likewise discovered that “Better Off” and “Just a Thread” were the toughest to finish, noting, “These songs really tested my abilities as a vocalist—I had to belt out the lyrics!”
Prior to venturing into singing and songwriting, Peach Luffe performed with the oboe and also studied the violin during her time at school.
He remembered, ‘When I got to university, I started as a violin major but soon realized I didn’t want to continue with that. So, I took up singing instead!’
Armed with a Bachelor’s degree in classical music, he considers this his primary inspiration. Despite residing in Toronto, where he was heavily influenced by the city’s “ominous R&B” vibe, he integrated these elements into his work. Additionally, being Korean, he has a deep connection to ballads, which add a lyrical quality to his compositions.
His approach to creation stays flexible. He mentioned, “I prefer being receptive when inspiration strikes.” Usually, he spends time watching YouTube videos and tries out different tunes on his guitar until an idea takes shape—a technique that aligns well with his ADHD, since sustaining concentration can be challenging at times. Impressively, this artist has a strong bond with every aspect of his work, ranging from composing lyrics to handling the production stages.
With his melodies, he wishes for people to rediscover their beloved moments from childhood. “It would be great to pen down my feelings of solitude during my upbringing. I never quite belonged to any crowd.”
Excited to broaden his experiences, he dreams of performing throughout Asia and working alongside South Korean artists DEAN and Wave to Earth. Additionally, he is eager to delve into alternative R&B genres outside his usual dreamy indie-pop style.
In the future, his aspiration is clear: “I aim to create an album. Maybe even my masterpiece! It feels right.”
oleh admin | Mar 23, 2025 | music, music industry, news, politics, politics and law
JAKARTA, Lifehack My ID
Kontroversi mengenai hak cipta lagu Dewa 19 muncul lagi setelah Ahmad Dhani menyatakan bahwa Judika telah mencuri lagu tersebut dan sekadar ingin mempersembahkannya tanpa imbalan finansial.
Merespons terhadap tuduhan itu, Judiki menyampaikan penjelasan yang jelas lewat akun Instagram miliknya pada hari Sabtu (22/3/2025).
“Sebenarnya dia (Ahmad Dhani) mengetahui bahwa saya tidak pernah mencuri atau menginginkan sesuatu secara cuma-cuma,” tulis Judika.
Judikan menyatakan bahwa dia tidak mau perselisihan ini berkepanjangan, karena Ahmad Dhani merupakan orang yang dia segani dalam industri musik.
“Menurutku Ahmad Dhani adalah teladan dalam bidang musik, karena kita pernah bermain bersama di grup Mahadewa Band. Jadi meskipun terkadang dia marah-marah, saya tidak keberatan dan tak perlu membalas,” jelasnya.
Walaupun memiliki pendapat yang berbeda tentang sistem royalti musik, Judika memutuskan untuk menuruti peraturan pemerintah. Dia menjelaskan bahwa dalam jangka waktu ini, dia tidak berniat membawakan lagu-lagu dari para komposer yang mendukung hal tersebut.
direct license
hingga ada kejelasan hukum.
Alih-alih menggunakan sistem
direct license
Judikan mengungkapkan keinginannya untuk menserahkan wewenang pengumpulan royalti kepada Lembaga Manajemen Kolektif Nasional (LMKN).
“Sekadar mengatakan bahwa saya berusaha dengan metode yang tak sama, menyerahkan hak suara kepada LMKN sebagai badan yang didirikan oleh pemerintah,” tegasnya.
Ke depan, pelantun
Aku yang Tersakiti
Ini diharapkan dapat menjadikan perdebatan tentang hak cipta sebagai peluang bagi LMKN untuk memperbaiki diri. Mereka menginginkan agar sistem royalti di Indonesia menjadi lebih jelas, terpercaya, dan dilengkapi dengan sarana pengelolaan data yang handal.
LMKN perlu dapat beroperasi dengan lebih efisien, terbuka, bertanggung jawab, dan mempunyai prosedur yang jelas dalam mengumpulkan data serta menyalurkan sumber daya.
performing rights
, tidak hanya dari
event off air
, namun juga berasal dari lokasi bisnis seperti karaoke, restoran, café, hotel, hingga mall,” tambahnya.
Melalui pernyataan tersebut, Judiki memperkuat janjinya untuk menghormati hak cipta artis tanpa perlu terjerumus ke dalam perselisihan yang tak semestinya.
oleh admin | Sep 30, 2024 | music, music albums, music and lyrics, music industry, rock music
Back in the early ’70s, a remarkably gifted 19-year-old British musician successfully persuaded recording executives (including a then-struggling Richard Branson) to provide him with studio access. His vision was to create an elaborate extended musical composition which ultimately became known as “Tubular Bells.”
When a segment of the music was utilized for the score of “The Exorcist,” the investment yielded substantial returns, propelling the album onto global chart positions and exposing millions to progressive rock as an artistic category.
Oldfield proceeded to enjoy a fruitful yet understated professional journey, with Branson expressing gratitude for Oldfield’s contribution that brought the Virgin Group its initial significant financial triumph. “The term ‘tubular bells’ wasn’t something I ever imagined would become so pivotal in our story,” he remarked in 2013. “Without hiring this specific piece of music, the idea of Virgin venturing into space probably wouldn’t have come about.”
Many revised editions and updated versions of Tubular Bells have been released over the years, along with sporadic live concerts. The 50th
th
The anniversary tour initially began in 2023 and has since announced an extensive lineup of shows extending through 2025. Nonetheless, it seems unlikely that the elusive Oldfield will make personal appearances at these events.
There are numerous peculiar aspects of Tubular Bells that deserve mention:
The famous sleeve was created by Trevor Key, who supposedly received only £100 (approximately EUR 120 or USD 134), yet later contributed to the design of many other prominent albums.
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The preliminary title for the album was “Opus One.”
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The album has surpassed sales of 20 million copies.
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In 1985, Oldfield’s publisher requested a shared writing credit due to similarities with the Paul Hardcastle song “19.”
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The title of the fourth album, “Ommadawn”, is a phonetic spelling of the Gaelic “amadán”, idiot. The chant that can be heard, “Amadán ag ceól”, means “Idiot singiing”.
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A broad array of equipment was rented for the event; however, the tubular bells were sourced from an earlier John Cale recording session.
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Unsatisfied with the tone produced, Oldfield opted for a more robust mallet and ended up damaging one of the bells.
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In 1986, an interactive Commodore 64 edition of the album came out, featuring a sound chip that played a streamlined reinterpretation of the music, enhanced with basic two-dimensional graphics.
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The American vocalist Tori Amos has often employed the use of
Tubular Bells
theme of her live performance.
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Virgin Airlines named one of their planes “Tubular Belle.”
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In 2017, Mike created demo recordings for a fourth installment of the Tubular Bells series, which he was unable to complete.
The events scheduled for 2024 and 2025 will span locations throughout the UK and Europe. Additional information can be found here.
Mike Oldfield tour info
.
(Michael Leahy. Photo: UMG)
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oleh admin | Agu 14, 2024 | celebrity and music, music, music and lyrics, music industry, musicians
Occasionally, everyone has off-days when nothing seems to go right. On such days, tuning into some music might be just what’s needed to brighten up your spirits. While many people enjoy brief tunes, have you pondered over the sensation of soaking in lengthy tracks? Engaging with extended compositions offers an exhilarating adventure that remains captivating time after time. However, do you know which track holds the record for being the most extensive one ever documented?
The typical duration of songs ranges from three to five minutes, yet there isn’t an official rule preventing them from being longer. Ultimately, this depends on what the artist prefers and whom they aim to entertain. Therefore, it’s unsurprising that several musicians have intentionally created exceptionally long tracks which were so appealing that these made it onto the Billboard Hot 100 list.
The longest song ever recorded to enter the Billboard Hot 100
The compilation of the longest songs ever recorded draws upon information gathered from Billboard and Guinness World Records. In our examination, we took into account several aspects including the official duration of each song, their level of fame, and their ability to resonate deeply with audiences globally. Therefore, here are some of the most extended tracks ever created.
Song
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Length of songs
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All too Well
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10 minutes
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American Pie
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8 minutes
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New Blue Sun
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12:20 minutes
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We are the World
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6:22 minutes
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Hey Jude
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7:11 minutes
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Dad was a Rolling Stone
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6:53 minutes
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Keep Going Until You’ve Had Enough
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5:15 minutes
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Hotel California
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6:08 minutes
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Fear Inoculum
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10:21 minutes
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Rapture
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6:29 minutes
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Rise and Decline of Bossa Nova
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13:23 minutes
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I Would Do Everything for Love
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12 minutes
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1. All Too Well by Taylor Swift – (10 minutes)
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All Too Well
It is often considered one of Swift’s finest tracks. The song captures her recollecting bits of memories following a emotionally devastating split.
In 2012, this popular track made waves on both Canadian and American charts. The version from Taylor’s re-recordings then surged to the top of the Billboard Global 200 and set a record as the longest pop song to reach number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. Additionally, it claimed the peak position on numerous international charts worldwide.
2. American Pie by Don McLean – (8 minutes)
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American Pie
It’s a folk rock track performed by the American artist Don McLean. The song was recorded and issued in 1971. With a duration of 8 minutes and 42 seconds, upon release, it stood as the sixth longest entry on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
At that time, it was the longest song ever. It was the longest to reach number one for almost 50 years until a song by Taylor Swift broke the record. People have said it’s one of the most successful and talked-about songs of the 20th century.
3. New Blue Sun by André 3000 – (12:20 mins)
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New Blue Sun
The first solo track by André 3000 is a jazz composition centered around themes of self-exploration. Released through Epic Records on November 17, 2023, this single entered the Billboard Hot 100 chart at position No. 90. With a runtime of exactly 12:20 minutes, it stands as the most extended recording ever to appear on these rankings.
4. “We Are the World” by USA for Africa – (6:22 minutes)
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We Are the World
is a renowned track produced by USA for Africa in 1985. It was penned by Lionel Richie and Michael Jackson. The song was taken off the Billboard charts on January 29, 2024, following the release of the Netflix documentary.
The Most Amazing Evening in Pop History
, which highlighted it, it made a comeback to the charts.
5. Hey Jude by The Beatles – (7:11 minutes)
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The composition of this track is credited to Paul McCartney, and it was unveiled by the Beatles in August 1968. The tune topped charts across numerous nations globally and emerged as the highest-grossing single of that year in several major markets including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia.
It stayed at the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for nine weeks, tying the record set in 1968 for the longest stay atop the U.S. music charts. This record remained unbroken for nine years.
6. Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone by The Temptations – (6:53 minutes)
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The song made its debut with a Motown release in 1972. Nevertheless, it gained significant popularity when The Temptations released their version of it later in the same year and were awarded a Grammy for it.
The latest rendition of this song topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart and managed to reach position 63 on the pop charts as well.
7. Keep Going Until You Have Enough by Michael Jackson – (5:15)
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Keep Going Until You Reach Your Goal
is a song penned, recorded, and performed by American artist Michael Jackson. Released through Epic Records on July 10, 1979, it marked Jackson’s second single to reach the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100.
The track stayed at the top of the Billboard Soul Singles chart for six consecutive weeks. Additionally, it achieved global success by topping charts in nine different countries. Considered one of the finest and most recognizable disco tunes in history, the song earned Michael Jackson his inaugural Grammy Award along with accolades from the American Music Awards.
8. Hotel California by Eagles – (6:08)
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Hotel California
The song by the Eagles band came out in 1977. It received the Grammy Award for Record of the Year in 1978. This track holds the record as the longest rock song to appear on the Billboard Hot 100.
Since its debut, this track has earned acclaim as one of the most exceptional rock songs ever and has been interpreted by numerous musicians. In terms of sales, the single topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart and made it into the upper reaches of various global music rankings.
9. Fear Inoculum by Tool – (10:21)
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Fear Inoculum
“Invincible” by Tool holds the distinction of being the lengthiest track on the Billboard Hot 100. Released in August 2019, this song stretches out over ten minutes and twenty-one seconds. Despite seeming brief comparatively, it remains quite remarkable when contrasted with more concise tracks.
10. Rapture by Blondie – (6:29)
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Rapture
“Rapture” is a track by the American rock group Blondie which came out in 1980. This tune blends elements of new wave, disco, and hip-hop, featuring a rapping segment towards the conclusion. In the United States, it achieved sales of one million units, earning a gold certificate from the RIAA. Additionally, it topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for two consecutive weeks.
11. The Ebb and Flow of Bossa Nova – PC III – (13:23)
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The official record for the longest song ever created belongs to
The Emergence and Decline of Bossa Nova
As reported by PC III from the United States, according to Guinness World Records, the pair consisting of Kelley and Michael Bostwick surpassed the old record by an impressive margin of 10 hours.
The track, which runs for 13 hours 23 minutes 32 seconds, was unveiled in November 2016 and continues to hold the distinction (as far as official records show) as of now.
12. I’ll Do Anything for Love – Meat Loaf – (12 minutes)
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I Would Do Everything for Love
is a track by American rock artist Meat Loaf with Lorraine Crosby. The song was penned by Jim Steinman and came out in August 1993 via MCA.
This specific song marked Meat Loaf’s first appearance on both the Hot 100 and Cash Box Top 100 charts. He was awarded a Grammy for Best Rock Vocal Performance, Solo, for this track.
Final word
The most extensive track ever to make it onto the Billboard Hot 100 represents a significant milestone within the music sector. This demonstrates how music has the potential to engage audiences over longer durations, challenging conventional song length standards. For those who prefer listening to widely admired tunes without overly prolonged runtimes, the aforementioned compilation would be ideal.
An article from LIFEHACK.co.ke highlighted amusing walk-up songs used in baseball. These humorous tunes play a significant role as they allow athletes to showcase their personal style and connect with spectators. Injecting fun and excitement through these catchy tracks enhances the overall atmosphere of the game, making each match more enjoyable and unforgettable for everyone involved.
The most humorous walk-up songs accentuate the athlete’s best qualities and personal style. An anthem with an upbeat, dynamic rhythm shouldn’t be dismissed. It’s crucial for those opening notes to pump up the player and grab the crowd’s focus.
