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How accurate are songs about Vegas?
The music industry and the casino industry go hand in hand. Not only does Vegas allow both to live harmoniously, but they also work in tandem to boost the profile of celebrities and artists in...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 23rd November 2020
Five ways to earn money with music on Spotify
Music is a gift that we gave to ourselves. It is safe to assume every person likes at least some type of music. Happiness, sadness, excitement; there is a song out there for every emotion....
News posted in Music / Festivals on 15th November 2020
Five singing celebrities who have made a name for themselves in the gambling world
Many of us like a flutter, whether it be on the slots, placing a bet on table games in-person or online, or wagering on something that only comes around every so often, like the next...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 15th November 2020
How bands from the 80s and 90s stay relevant
Even the most successful bands from yesteryear can find it challenging to stay relevant in 2020. One of the main reasons for this is due to changes in music trends and what is popular today....
News posted in Music / Festivals on 5th November 2020
The K-Pop Phenomenon
First of all, we need to explain to those who don't recognize the name that K-Pop is a short word for Korean Pop. And "Hallyu," which means, "Korean Wave," is used to describe the impact...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 29th October 2020
18 of the Best Ever Songs About Gambling
Gambling is popular, and it should not be surprising that it has gotten fair attention to songs. Yes, and some have turned out to be ultimate classics! From the likes of Gambler by Kenny Rogers...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 20th October 2020
Is the Super Bowl a must-watch event for music lovers?
The worlds of music and sport rarely collide. A vast number of concerts and festivals occur in sports stadiums because they can fit high numbers of audience members in. But the events are usually completely...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 30th September 2020
Amazing tips on how musicians can maximize online poker bonuses
Nearly all online poker sites offer musicians with poker bonuses that encourage them to play poker games. The leading online poker sites strive to earn your business and loyalty by performing two crucial tasks. They...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 30th September 2020
Could We See More Music Stars Turning to the Casino Industry?
When a singer or band becomes famous, they do so because of their music and the talent they have. However, as someone famous, they can then utilise that fame in many different ways. This includes...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 24th September 2020
How Music is Used to Set the Atmosphere at Sporting Events
The worlds of sport and music are very different, however they do have moments when they cross over. Think of the last time you visited any sporting event, can you remember if music was used...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 24th September 2020
Portraying Poker: Pop culture to documentaries
For those who don't live near casinos and didn't grow up with friends that enjoyed the game enough to host a tournament in their basement, assumptions about poker may be informed solely by Hollywood.And given...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 19th August 2020
Boost Your Brain: (Actually) Fun Ways to Improve Focus
Despite all the charm, humour and intrigue they exude, our brains can be unpredictable. Concentration comes and goes, focus can slip away at pivotal moments, and our memories...well, what were we saying?The good news is...
News posted in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 3rd August 2020
Music and Gaming: The Perfect Double Act
There was a time when the most sophisticated soundtracks that you would find on video games consisted of a series of electronic bleeps. But, just as the games have evolved to the complex and involving...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 9th July 2020
Michael Jackson lives in Vegas through this slot machine
For decades, Michael Jackson entertained the world with upbeat and heartfelt music. Starting as a child in the Jackson 5, Michael was instantly the stand-out of the group and quickly ventured out as a solo...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 6th July 2020
The Impact of Music - From Movies to Casino
In the film world, music is used to enhance storytelling, set the tone of the story, evoke emotion from the viewer, and sometimes to cover up any sounds that are less than desirable...
News posted in Movies / TV / Theatre on 14th June 2020
Music To Your Ears: The Best Music for Meditation
Before you begin to meditate, you want to make sure that the atmosphere is perfect. You want to be in a space that allows you to go wherever your mind wants to take you, and...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 2nd May 2020
Our favourite songs about gambling
Gambling, with its natural drama and underground appeal. has always worked excellently as a theme for song lyrics. From efforts by vintage crooners to those of Californian hardcore bands, there really is no shortage of...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 29th April 2020
Waiting for Cannes 2020: A look back at the flashy fashion and saucy scandals of 2019!
Among the plethora of events which are being pushed back due to the coronavirus epidemic, Cannes' long-awaited film festival, originally due to run May 12-23, has been postponed indefinitely. Organisers are still floating the possibility...
News posted in Movies / TV / Theatre on 6th April 2020
Celine Dion - The Courage World Tour 2020 Live Review
Celine Dion is an extremely successful singer, who built her career with the best-known hits and her unique characteristics. Ever since her first show and her first single, Celine Dion has been the most demanded...
Review posted on 6th April 2020
The benefits of providing a project for free
For the vast majority of people looking to make the move into professional entertainment, the main problem is that of visibility. While established creators can launch to millions of sales, beginners might pour their hearts...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 24th March 2020
How dead songwriters like Michael Jackson still earn millions
A familiar name sat atop Forbes' list of 2019's highest-paid dead celebrities when it was released in November.For the seventh consecutive year - and for the ninth time since his death in October 2009 -...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 18th February 2020
All About Music - Its Effects And Purpose
What is music? "Music is life", this is the answer we get from most of the people to whom this question is asked. Yes, music can change our life leaving an impact on our...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 7th February 2020
Most Trending Five Genres Of the Music Industry
Music can be stated in terms of different styles and genres. Music genre, musical genre, musical style are all synonyms of each other. In music, genre means a musical style such as jazz, rock, salsa,...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 7th February 2020
Kanye West has always been more than a rapper
Fans may anticipate the new album of Kanye West more than general elections or even their own birthday party. Prior to the release, the crowd awaits in ave, calm before the storm. Then the day...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 3rd January 2020
The Life and Legacy of Ozzy Osbourne
A Life in a Story: Ozzy OsbourneThis will not be a typical biography of a music behemoth.Anyone could write a chronological list of events of a famous person whose life has been in the public...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 31st October 2019
How the smart use of music can enhance your business
Music has an incredibly powerful effect on the brain. It has the power to change your mood, enhance it, make you feel things that few other mediums can or to transport us to another time...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 8th October 2019
How Music has Helped Yerkin Tatishev Develop Tourism in Georgia
This is an English translation of an article originally published in Forbes Kazakhstan.A high-class tourism project worth more than $60 million is being implemented in Georgia by Yerkin Tatishev, Chairman of the Board of Directors...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 20th September 2019
How has music helped the casino industry?
If you think about it, music has been associated with gambling for a number of years. Some of your favourite singers often enjoy a trip to the casino to unwind, but that's not the only...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 24th July 2019
Most anticipated albums in the second half of 2019
It was an exciting start of the year for the music world. We've seen fantastic releases so far from the brightest stars in the pop world. The euphoria the first half of 2019 brought on...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 5th July 2019
Music that hits all the right notes
The famous British actor and playwright Noel Coward is famous for many things, not least for coining the expression "Strange how potent cheap music is". Rather than looking down on all music that hasn't been...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 20th June 2019
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Pretty Fierce talk to us about collaborating with Doja Cat, emetophobia, arena tours and staying "true to yourself" [EXCLUSIVE]
Sheffield's very own all girl group Pretty Fierce are still on a high after the recent release of their debut single - 'Ready For Me'.
Will Varley & Jack Valero - The Astor Theatre Deal Live Review
Three nights before the end of his current tour Will Varley returned to his home town of Deal to delight a sold out crowd in The Astor Theatre.
WYSE talks to us about her "form of synaesthesia", collaborating with Radiohead's Thom York and the prospect of touring with a band [EXCLUSIVE]
With only a few days to go before Portsmouth based songstress and producer WYSE releases her new single, 'Belladonna', we caught up with her to find...
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Bay Bryan talks to us about being a "wee queer ginger", singing with Laura Marling and being inspired by Matilda [EXCLUSIVE]
Colorado raised, Glasgow educated and Manchester based Bay Bryan is nothing if not a multi-talented, multi-faceted artist performing as both...
Keelan X talks to us about staying true to "your creative vision", collaborating with Giorgio Moroder and being "a yoga nut" [EXCLUSIVE]
Former Marigolds band member Keelan Cunningham has rediscovered his love of music with his new solo project Keelan X.
![Luke De-Sciscio talks to us about having the courage to be yourself, forgiving that which is outside of one's control and following whims [EXCLUSIVE]](https://images.contactmusic.com/images/home/homepage/luke-de-sciscio-abof-a.jpg "Luke De-Sciscio talks to us about having the courage to be yourself, forgiving that which is outside of one's control and following whims [EXCLUSIVE]")
Luke De-Sciscio talks to us about having the courage to be yourself, forgiving that which is outside of one's control and following whims [EXCLUSIVE]
Wiltshire singer-songwriter Luke De Sciscio, formally known as Folk Boy, is set to release is latest album - 'The Banquet' via AntiFragile Music on...
Annie Elise talks to us about the challenges a female producer has to face and "going through a year of grief and sickness" [EXCLUSIVE]
Electronic music pioneer and producer Annie Elise says that the release of her first EP - 'Breathe In, Breathe Out' feels "both vulnerable and...
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