Bélinda Ibrahim, 01/02 18:00 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
Music Legend Culture Rock Homage
Marianne Faithfull, a 1960s rock icon and muse to the Rolling Stones, has passed away at the age of 78. Her tumultuous journey as an exceptional artist, who navigated through decades of hardship while constantly reinventing herself, is a testament to her resilience. The daughter of aristocrats, Marianne Evelyn Gabriel Faithfull was born on ...
This is Beirut, 01/02 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Los Angeles Grammys Awards Music Art Culture
It's a baffling irony that the culture-shifting Beyoncé has won more Grammys than anyone, ever, but has yet to attain the holy grail of winning Album of the Year. At Sunday's 67th edition of music's top awards ceremony, the megastar has yet another chance to take home the prize. However, in a packed field of no-skips albums, who will ultimately ...
Alain E. Andrea, 29/01 20:15 - Reading : 7 minute(s)
Music Art Los Angeles United States Vienna
January 2025. The scene seemed unreal. A devastating fire ravaged the Pacific Palisades neighborhood in Los Angeles, sweeping away everything in its path, including a major pillar of musical history. In the Schoenberg family home, Belmont Music Publishing preserved one of the greatest treasures of modern Western art music: the scores of Arnold ...
This is Beirut, 27/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
United Kingdom Artificial Intelligence Music Art
Two of Britain's leading music icons, Elton John and Paul McCartney, urged the UK government on Sunday to protect creative artists from AI, as ministers consult on changing copyright laws. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government is considering overhauling the law to allow AI developers to use creators' content online to help develop their models, ...
Alain E. Andrea, 26/01 18:30 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
A contagious smile, tinged with pride, stretches across the lips of Laura Lahoud. Her enthusiasm is palpable, and she has no trouble showing it. As Vice President of the al-Bustan Festival, she warmly greets everyone who comes to offer their congratulations – and sometimes even their gratitude – after the press conference on January ...
This is Beirut, 26/01 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Since the age of 6, Olivier Derivière has never left the world of video games, a passion that has led him to become one of the most prominent composers of video game music. At 46, this French musician works tirelessly, game controller in hand and sheet music in front of him, to provide players with a unique sonic experience. Scheduled for release ...
This is Beirut, 25/01 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In the bustling streets of Shantou, a city in southern China, 40 young dancers clad in vibrant costumes and painted faces bring traditional performance art to life as they move to the rhythm of gongs and drums. Spectators line the streets, captivated by the energy and skill on display. This spirited celebration is part of a centuries-old dance ...
This is Beirut, 25/01 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Saudi Arabia Culture Art Music
Saudi Arabia has enlisted Hans Zimmer, the Oscar-winning German composer known for his film soundtracks, to "rearrange" (meaning to reorchestrate) its national anthem, a senior official from the kingdom announced. The artist, recognized for his iconic works such as those for The Lion King, The Dark Knight trilogy, and Dune (2021), has agreed to ...
Marie-Christine Tayah, 24/01 18:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Music Concert Singer Lebanon Beirut Culture
Manel Mallat will take the stage at Casino du Liban on February 7 and 8, 2025, to perform Mon Hymne à Piaf, a tribute to the iconic Edith Piaf. Orchestrated by Danny Bou-Maroun and produced by Cats Production, the show is directed by Kristian Abouanni. This musical celebration promises to bring Piaf's timeless legacy to life, with ...
This is Beirut, 24/01 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Music Film Cinema Culture Art Actor
Hollywood's prodigy, Timothée Chalamet, embodies the iconic folk artist Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown, a biopic that earned eight Oscar nominations. Directed by James Mangold, known for Walk the Line and Le Mans 66, the film focuses on Dylan's early years in 1960s New York, a time when he carried a guitar on his back and shared ...
Alain E. Andrea, 23/01 16:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In 1928, at a time when the artistic world was in full effervescence and musical experimentation was at its peak, Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) composed his Boléro (M.81), a work that would quickly become one of the most famous pieces of Western 20th-century art music. Commissioned by the Russian dancer Ida Rubinstein for a ballet, the piece ...
Madeleine Cadoux, 12/01 19:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Music Culture Art Singer Composer Writer
Bob Dylan remains an unparalleled force in music and culture, influencing generations through his profound lyrics and innovative sound. From his iconic songs to his unexpected ventures, Dylan’s legacy continues to shape the artistic world. With upcoming auctions and new releases, his timeless influence endures, reminding us why he’s a true ...