Yoko Ono to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award from MacDowell

Legendary artist Yoko Ono, known for her subversive art and music, will be honored with a lifetime achievement award from MacDowell. The Edward MacDowell Medal will be presented to Ono’s longtime manager, David Newgarden, at an event in Peterborough, New Hampshire, on July 21. Ono’s interdisciplinary work has spanned seven decades, including visual art, performance art, films, and avant-garde music, inspiring the Fluxus art movement and conceptual artists. Despite her absence at the ceremony, Ono’s son, Sean Ono Lennon, expressed his pride and gratitude for the recognition of her art.

Céline Dion Shows the Power of Resilience Amidst Health Challenges

Despite a rare neurological disorder, Céline Dion remains determined to live her best life. Her positive attitude and support system push her to work tirelessly on her physical and vocal recovery, leaving her hopeful for a miraculous cure. While her world tour has been canceled, Dion continues to find joy in music and public appearances, inspiring others with her resilience.

Rediscovering Taylor Swift With a Vintage Sony Walkman

Listening to Taylor Swift’s “Tortured Poet’s Department” album on a vintage Sony Walkman was an unexpected experience. Despite the poor radio reception, the lyrics still resonated. The Walkman, despite its age and limited technology, reminded us of the beauty of older technology and the timeless appeal of great music.

Hundreds of Shops Celebrate Record Store Day Amidst Vinyl Resurgence

On Saturday, independent record stores across the U.S. marked the annual Record Store Day celebration, featuring special vinyl releases, live performances, and a giant block party in Nashville. The event celebrates the enduring popularity of vinyl records, with revenues surging by 10% in 2023 to $1.4 billion, primarily driven by Taylor Swift’s releases. Swift’s latest album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department,’ did not have any announced Record Store Day specials, but her previous records have helped ignite a new interest in vinyl among collectors.

Kygo announces 2024 world tour with special guests

Norwegian DJ and music producer Kygo has announced his 2024 world tour, which will travel across North America, Europe, and the United Kingdom. The 26-date tour will begin in Colorado on September 7th and will feature stops in major cities such as Boston, Toronto, Chicago, Berlin, Amsterdam, Paris, London, and Dublin. This marks Kygo’s first tour since 2018, and he will be joined by a variety of special guests on select dates, including Sofi Tukker, Gryffin, Sam Feldt, Zara Larsson, Klangkarussell, Hayla, Victoria Nadine, and Vandelux. Tickets for the tour will go on sale to the general public on Friday, April 26th.

Rod Stewart: A Proud Father to Eight Children

Rock legend Rod Stewart is a father to eight children, each from relationships with different women. His children have inherited his musical talents and athleticism, pursuing careers in entertainment and sports. Despite his fame and success, Stewart remains deeply involved in his family’s lives and takes pride in their accomplishments.

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