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Led Zeppelin trio back in studio
Led Zeppelin musicians Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones and Jason Bonham have been working on new material, Bonham reveals.

Obituary: David Hammond
A look back at the life of film-maker, broadcaster and singer David Hammond who has died aged 79.

Pan bands in anniversary play-off
Steel bands prepare to take part in the 30th Panorama contest at Notting Hill Carnival.

Irish folk singer Drew dies at 73
Ronnie Drew, the legendary Irish folk singer and musician, dies aged 73 after a long battle with ill health.

Prince turns 50: Highs and lows
As Prince celebrates his 50th birthday, we look at the highs and lows of his career to date.

Bike musicians ring lottery bell
An unusual orchestra is given a grant to help stage open air performances in East Sussex.

The 'true spirit' of the Fringe
Scottish actor Brian Cox believes The World venue is sticking to the true principles of the Fringe.

Dancer's pain over Georgia crisis
A Georgian ballerina performing at the Edinburgh International Festival condemns Russia's actions in her homeland.

Soul icon Isaac Hayes dies at 65
US singer-songwriter Isaac Hayes, who won an Academy Award for the Theme From Shaft, is found dead at his home.

Isaac Hayes' friend recalls star
Close friend and former record executive John Wooler, recalls his friendship with late musician Isaac Hayes.

Amateur pipers star at Olympics
An amateur pipe band from Scotland performs four songs at the opening ceremony of the Beijing Olympics.

Are boy bands on the way back?
The boy band is back - or that is what a new batch of all-singing, all-dancing hunks is hoping.

Sales up at Edinburgh's festival
The Edinburgh International Festival is beginning, with organisers claiming sales have broken previous records.

Retired musicians' home to close
The UK's only residential home dedicated to looking after retired musicians is to close, it is been announced.

Abba's Gold tops UK chart again
Swedish pop group Abba's greatest hits compilation Gold becomes the oldest record ever to top the UK album chart.

Obama rejects Ludacris rap lyrics
A song by rapper Ludacris criticising Barack Obama's opponents is called & #34;outrageously offensive & #34; by his campaign.

Brazil musician leaves government
Singer and composer Gilberto Gil steps down after five years as Brazil's culture minister to concentrate on his music.

Behind the enigma of Kate Bush
Two musicians who have worked with Kate Bush reveal their insights into the enigmatic singer as she celebrates her 50th birthday.

Broadcasting legend Crampsey dies
Author, broadcaster and authority on Scottish football Bob Crampsey dies after a long illness.

Jazz festival celebrates 30 years
The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival, which runs from Friday until 3 August, is celebrating its 30th year.




 

 

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