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Statue of singer Amy Winehouse unveiled in London

Sunday, 21 September 2014, 15:56 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

Late singer Amy Winehouse has been honored on what would have been her 31st birthday with a life-size statue in her beloved Camden Town neighborhood of north London.   Winehouse's many...

Robert Plant sets aside rambling ways on new LP

Saturday, 20 September 2014, 15:50 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

Robert Plant has been a lifelong rambler with almost no interest in returning home to Great Britain. These days, though, he's as snug as a hobbit in his hole in his native country after returning...

Country singer Merle Haggard: still on the road

Thursday, 18 September 2014, 15:45 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

Even Merle Haggard gets nervous about stepping onto a stage when the audience is filled with songwriters, record label executives and fellow artists.   "Well, it's glorious but...

Brice moves step ahead on 'I Don't Dance'

Wednesday, 17 September 2014, 15:37 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

Lee Brice, "I Don't Dance" (Curb)   On Lee Brice's third album, "I Don't Dance," he furthers his reputation as the most sensitive of the ball cap-bedecked...

Ty Segall at height of his powers

Wednesday, 17 September 2014, 12:38 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

Ty Segall, "Manipulator" (Drag City)   In another time and collective mental headspace Ty Segall might have been a pop star.   With his dreamy new album,...

CHRIS AND MOIRA - Ninety nights and a Monday

Wednesday, 17 September 2014, 11:46 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

CHRIS AND MOIRA is now 20 years old and they are getting younger. They have celebrated their 20th anniversary with the release of their fourth album ninety nights and a Monday, went on a European tour...

An emotional Beyonce, Jay Z end tour in Paris

Tuesday, 16 September 2014, 15:12 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

An emotional Beyonce was in tears as she and husband Jay Z wrapped up their "On the Run" stadium tour Saturday night in Paris, where the duo said they got engaged years ago.   The...

St Vincent leaps ahead, will tour with Black Keys

Tuesday, 16 September 2014, 12:37 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

After watching a video of St. Vincent's performance at a British rock festival this summer, an anonymous music fan posted a succinct review.   "It's bonkers," the...

Music acts look to Groupon, LivingSocial for help

Monday, 15 September 2014, 12:33 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

Websites like Groupon have become the go-to place for folks looking for that half-off deal on a manicure, a two-for-one offer for a fancy dinner or that all-inclusive trip that won't break the...

Billy Elliot the Musical live in cinemas for one day only

Monday, 15 September 2014, 12:08 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

On Sunday 28 September, Billy Elliot the Musical is set to bring cinemagoers to their feet when the global stage phenomenon is broadcast live from the West End in London to cinemas around the...

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