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Starting as an opera and classical music festival in the early 1970s, Perth Festival of the Arts now covers all art forms including drama, rock, folk, jazz, visual art, literature and comedy. This ...

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The UK recorded music market exceeded £1.5 billion in annual revenue for the first time, according to new BPI figures for 2025. The trade revenue figures coincide with a new generation of artists – ...

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Report shows black music accounts for 80% of money generated by UK industry in past 30 years Leading figures in the UK music industry are calling for more work to be done to support black talent in ...

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Burke played at Glastonbury last month with Blondie, the legendary post punk band fronted by singer Debbie Harry since 1974 – Copyright AFP/File Philip FONG Blondie ...