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BBC have expanded their sound archives, which now contain over 33,000 samples which can be downloaded for free.The archives – which was originally opened back in 2018 – has more than doubled within the last six years and is now completely free to access. The samples range from the sound of hands being washed in a bucket to the sound of the roaring crowd at the 1989 FA Final Cup as well as the backing noise of a group of people sitting around a bonfire.The extensive sample library dates back to the 1920s and features soundbites recorded at the BBC’s studios as well as sounds taken in the field, all over the world.

ending his farewell tour with a concert at Flushing Meadow Park in the New York borough of Queens, where he grew up.Since then, the legendary singer-songwriter has rarely performed while coping with hearing loss in his left ear. But the 82-year-old icon stepped back onto the stage for a private, intimate performance on Monday night at the Soho Sessions loft space.The star-studded event — drawing everyone from Jerry Seinfeld, Kevin Bacon and Mariska Hargitay to Whoopi Goldberg, Amy Schumer and Jackson Browne — was all to benefit the Stanford Initiative to Cure Hearing Loss.“This is the type of room that is conducive for him to play in at this stage with his hearing, and I think there was just mutual trust,” said Greg Williamson, who produces and curates Soho Sessions with Nicole Rechter to benefit various causes.

Journey lead guitarist Neal Schon has come to the defense of bandmate and vocalist Arnel Pineda, days after the singer told fans he will quit the band “for good” if they want him to leave following their Rock in Rio 2024 set.Earlier this month, the band performed at the Brazilian festival, where Pineda’s performance was slammed by fans. This was further amplified by a Facebook video that went viral after showcasing the Filipino singer struggling to hit the right notes for ‘Don’t Stop Believing’.On Sunday (September 23), Schon shared a clip from the Rock In Rio stage in hopes of clearing the situation with fans.

Lupita Nyong’o looks pretty in blue while attending a screening of her new movie The Wild Robot held at CMX Cinemas Dolphin 19 on Wednesday (September 18) in Miami, Fla.

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The Animation Guild is back at the table with the studios this week, hoping to seal the deal on a new contract by Friday.

Alex Ritman The 2024 BFI London Film Festival has unveiled a bustling lineup of speakers and events for its industry forum. Set to take place between Oct.

Courteeners have shared the title track of upcoming album ‘Pink Cactus Café’, with frontman Liam Fray telling us about the band’s newfound collaborative mindset.The Manchester indie legends have today (September 12) shared the album’s dreamlike title track, after the feel-good ‘Solitude Of The Night Bus’ arrived in July. The album – which follows 2020’s soul-baring ‘More. Again.

Manchester's landmark Victoria Baths has been used to stage a trendy 'sound bath' event where visitors are 'washed with sound' to help them relax and achieve 'heightened clarity'. People flocked to the Grade II listed building in Longsight to enjoy an 'immersive' two-hour experience.

Noel Gallagher has praised his brother and former Oasis bandmate Liam Gallagher in a new interview.The former Oasis guitarist has been looking back on ‘Definitely Maybe’ ahead of the album’s 30th anniversary next Friday (August 30).Gallagher spoke to journalist John Robb at Manchester’s Sifters Records, telling the story of the band’s iconic debut ahead of releasing new limited edition versions.During the interview, Gallagher had plenty of complimentary things to say about his brother Liam — specifically regarding his vocal ability.“I can’t sing ‘Slide Away’ and ‘Cigarettes & Alcohol’ and ‘Rock ‘N’ Roll Star’ and ‘Columbia’ and all that,” Gallagher began, discussing the songs helmed by his brother. “I mean I can do it but it’s not the same.

Fontaines D.C. have opened up about the “neon and ridiculous” sound of their latest album, ‘Romance’, as well as the band’s evolving style.In a new interview with NME, the band’s Grian Chatten spoke about the band’s new album, which he described as their “most expansive and full album” to date. The futuristic-sounding ‘Romance’ is a distinct move away from the rockier sound on debut album, ‘Dogrel’ and has been produced by James Ford.

From swift kicks to the alluring tinny ring of a deadly sword swing, soundscapes are one of the most important building blocks of great television, namely that of Netflix‘s Blue Eye Samurai. The adult animated series follows Mizu (Mayra Erskine), a young mixed-race warrior driven by revenge as she lives as an outcast in Edo-period Japan. Her unique blue eyes signify her as an outsider in Japan, as they’ve long since closed their borders to foreign invaders, in addition to her gender preventing her from legally seeking revenge on those who shun her.

Jamie Lang There are movie fans, and then there are “Star Wars” fans. “‘Star Wars’ is an exception. It launched the foundation for my career and formed a fan community which has been amazingly enduring,” veteran sound designer Ben Burtt told Variety before picking up the Vision Award Ticinomoda at Locarno.

Mimi Webb caught up with NME backstage at Lollapalooza to tell us about her new song ‘Erase You’, working with Ryan Tedder and the process of creating her second album.Webb released ‘Erase You’ this past Friday (August 2), two days ahead of her performance on the Bud Light stage at the annual Chicagoan music bash in the city’s Grant Park.The song is a bright and pulsing dance floor anthem reminiscent of Robyn‘s classic hit ‘Dancing On My Own’. It sees Webb sing: “I’ll forget your name (I’m gonna erase you) / I’ma kill him with that red dress, dancing like a hot mess / Make him go insane (I’m gonna erase you).” “The inspiration behind ‘Erase You’ was feeling that final goodbye, that final wave to the person that you’re done with,” Webb told NME.

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The BBC's coverage of the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony on Friday night was met with criticism from viewers just minutes in.The ceremony, which featured an array of dazzling performances from the likes of Lady Gaga and athletes sailing down the River Seine, was unfortunately marred by the unpredictable weather. Viewers took to X, formerly Twitter, to voice their complaints, with one user saying: "Can't quite hear over the rain #Olympics #OpeningCeremony".

Jack White has announced an intimate live show in Nashville, Tennessee to raise money for a new sound system at the venue. Find all the details below.The singer-songwriter will take to the stage with his band at the American Legion Post 82 bar and event space in the city at 7pm this Saturday (July 27).Sharing the news on social media, White explained that the establishment “needs a new sound system” and he “would like to recruit you to help”.“Proceeds from ticket sales go towards procuring this powerful new PA,” an official listing reads.

Diego Ramos Bechara editor Leo Chaloukian, a multi-Emmy Award-winning sound designer and former chair of the Television Academy, died July 18. He was 97.

Carolyn Giardina Five-time Oscar-nominated sound mixer Tod A. Maitland, whose credits range from Steven Spielberg’s “West Side Story” to Oliver Stone’s “JFK,” will receive the Cinema Audio Society Career Achievement Award during the 61st annual CAS Awards on Feb.

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