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Elvis Presley’s rightsholders are suing Anthropic, alleging the AI company trained Claude on 274 copyrighted songs without permission. The lawsuit claims copyright information was removed and access protections bypassed, with potential damages exceeding $40 million.
Sam Fender is scrapping premium front-standing tickets for his 2027 stadium tour after pricing backlash. Standing tickets will now cost £85 before fees, following the singer’s public criticism of the original prices.
Queens of the Stone Age announced a 16-date 2027 U.S. tour with the Pixies, supporting their ninth album, Perfecth, arriving Friday. The band will also appear on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon around the album’s release.
Pulp reflected on winning the Mercury Prize for Different Class, calling it a full-circle moment. They also recalled Brian Eno nearly giving away the prize money, as the band revisits the award’s history.
Noel Gallagher discussed the Oasis reunion and appearing with brother Liam on Chicken Shop Date. Given their famously turbulent relationship, the joint appearance has fans hopeful for smoother sailing between the brothers.
The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders organization is suing My Chemical Romance over costumes worn by dancers at the band’s Hollywood Bowl show, claiming they too closely resembled the cheerleaders’ uniforms and could harm the brand. The Black Parade has entered the legal parade.