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US jazz musician Wayne Shorter dies
Wayne Shorter was considered one of the greatest representatives of jazz. He has died aged 89.
UK inquiry: MI5 failed to stop Ariana Grande concert attack
A final inquiry found that better intelligence sharing between agencies may have stopped the deadly bombing.
DW Jazz Concerts: Christopher Dell and trio with Bob Degen
In this episode, we'll hear German vibraphonist Dell and the other members of the DLW trio along with pianist Degen.
R. Kelly sentence extended over child abuse images
The disgraced R&B artist was sentenced on charges of child porn possession and enticement of a minor.
Anna Netrebko concert sold out despite social media stir
Despite negative social media backlash, Anna Netrebko's concert at the May Festival is now sold out.
DW Jazz Concerts: The Jacky Terrasson Trio
In this episode of DW Jazz Concerts, we'll be listening to jazz pianist and composer Jacky Terrasson.
The 77 Percent — Why do top celebrities snub Africa?
Africa is almost always excluded from major world tours organized by global record labels. We discuss why.
When Beethoven's music was considered 'peculiar'
In this DW Festival Concert, violinist Augustin Hadelich performs Beethoven's complex Violin Concerto in D Major.
Zimdancehall: The urban sound of Zimbabwe's youth
We meet the dancehall artists who are defining Zimbabwe's young urban soundtrack.
Vienna Opera Ball: What to see in Vienna
From the Vienna Opera to the Prater park, here are some highlights and insider tips for a visit to the Austrian capital.
German ballet director apologizes for poo attack on critic
Marco Goecke issued his apology three days after the incident, which occurred in the foyer of the opera house.
What if Africa held its own Grammys?
African stars were celebrated in the recently held Grammys, with major nominations and wins for African artists.
Rapper Trugoy the Dove from De La Soul dies at 54
Musician David Jolicoeur, aka Trugoy the Dove, a founding member of the alternative hip-hop trio De La Soul, has died.
Pregnant Rihanna makes spectacular Super Bowl comeback
Rihanna's 2023 Super Bowl halftime performance eclipsed by her pregnancy.
DW Jazz Concerts: Richie Beirach and the Sirius Quartet
In this episode, we listen to a concert with the US pianist Richie Beirach and the New York City-based Sirius Quartet.
Memorable Super Bowl musical performances
Halftime shows are the highlight of the US Super Bowl. Here are some of most exciting performances over the years.
Harry Styles sweeps Brit Awards
Styles acknowledged that only men had been nominated for the best artist category, which is meant to be gender-neutral.
Why Bertolt Brecht is still played around the world
Born 125 years ago, the playwright of "The Threepenny Opera" remains popular worldwide to this day.
AfricaLink on Air — 7 February 2023
Ethiopia voting on a new region +++ Exclusive with German Finance Minister +++ Zambian president's foreign trips
Kenzo — Uganda’s first Grammy nominee
Eddy Kenzo- Uganda’s first ever Grammy nominee- keeps scaling heights that defy expectations.
Munich Philharmonic names Lahav Shani next chief conductor
The 34-year-old Israeli replaces Valery Gergiev, who was fired after failing to condemn Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
India: Soundtrack of hate
Sandeep Acharya is a Hindutva pop singer. He makes music that targets India’s Muslim minority.
Weekly roundup — A few things to make your life better
Two ways to boost your mood (daily), a skill that’ll up your dating game, and a cannabis investment you shouldn't make.
Jakub Jósef Orliński: Countertenor and Break Dancer
Polish countertenor Jakub Jósef Orliński divides his talents between break dancing and singing.
Playing music makes you more attractive (if you're a man)
A man's face literally becomes more attractive to a woman if she knows he can play an instrument.
Euromaxx - Lifestyle Europe
Countertenor Jakub Jósef Orliński. The bread-crazy Germans. Scissor art to protect the coral reefs.
Freak de l'Afrique: Afrobeats for the dancefloor
The Freak de l’Afrique collective brings the diversity of African music to German clubs.
Selling song rights: Blockbuster deals
From Bob Dylan to Tina Turner and now Justin Bieber, a look at the publishing deals that are making songsmiths rich.
'Temperaments' at the Beethovenfest
This episode of DW Festival Concerts features works by Paul Hindemith and Dmitri Shostakovich at the 2022 Beethovenfest.
Spotify cuts 6% of its workforce amid revenue crunch
The music streaming app has said it needs to cut costs as operating expenses outpace revenues
DW Jazz Concerts: The Jan Garbarek Group
What is jazz? Hear jazz stars Jan Garbarek, Trilok Gurtu, Yuri Daniel and Rainer Brüninghaus redefine the genre.
AFRIMA celebrates African musical talents
Celebrating African music is what the AFRIMA in Senegal was all about. Here are some of the highlights.
Folk-rock music pioneer David Crosby dies
Crosby, a musical pioneer of the 1960s and 1970s who co-founded two of the most-lauded groups of the time, has died.
The queen of rock 'n' roll: Remembering Janis Joplin
The iconic figure of the hippie and women's liberation movements remains legendary to this day.
DW Jazz Concerts: Kinga Glyk
In this very first episode of DW Jazz Concerts, listen to the thrumming sounds of the bass guitar, played by Kinga Glyk.
Guitar legend Jeff Beck dies at 78
Beck is often described as one of the greatest guitar players of all time.
How Pilani Bubu modernizes African folk songs
Pilani Bubu tells authentic stories of inspiration, identity, and influence.
Daniel Barenboim resigns as Berlin State Opera director
The world-renowned conductor, pianist and peace activist is stepping down because of persistent health problems.
Rolling Stone's list of greatest singers snubs Celine Dion
Aretha Franklin tops the music magazine's list of the 200 best singers. Omissions didn't go unnoticed.
Rammstein singer Till Lindemann turns 60
The rock star has been flirting with controversy for decades. Now a statue for his 60th birthday has been stolen.
New music to forward to in 2023
Iggy Pop, Metallica, Depeche Mode, The Rolling Stones or Kylie Minogue: Old favorites promise new releases.
Earth, Wind & Fire drummer Fred White dies aged 67
The former drummer of Earth, Wind & Fire has died at the age of 67. He was key to the band's hitmaking sound.
Pointer Sisters' Anita dies, aged 74
The Grammy-winning singer Anita Pointer, who along with her sisters had a string of pop hits, has died.
All the hype around ABBA
How has ABBA managed to delight its fans for so long?
AfricaLink on Air — 29 December 2022
Paul Biya, Africa's oldest leader+++Mediation efforts of former African leaders under scrutiny+++Gambia's foiled coup
Faithless lead singer Maxi Jazz dies at 65
Jazz was the lead singer of Faithless, a group best known for hits such as Insomnia and We Come 1.
Makhatini on origins of African Jazz music
Nduduzo Makhathini is a South African pianist, composer and healer.
Ayanwura - the little Nigerian girl with "talking drums"
Sophia Olaide aka Ayanwura is a Nigerian girl who plays traditional "talking drums".
Celebrating Christmas with the Bachs
This DW Festival Concert features organ music from five composers, all part of Johann Sebastian Bach's extended family.
The New Silk Road, an Indian girl band, a Cambodian circus
A look at lesser-known Asian trends: Samarkand’s massive Silk Road center, female Indian rockers and a Cambodian circus.
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