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The article explores the life and career of Cuban-born American singer Camila Cabello. Topics discussed include Cabello's decision to quit the band Fifth Harmony to launch a solo career, her release of the single "Bad Things" with rapper Machine Gun Kelly, and her family's experiences of migrating from Cuba to Mexico and then to the U.S.

An interview with Sergio Lizárraga, founder of the 16-piece Banda Sinaloense MS de Sergio Lizárraga, more commonly known as Banda MS is presented. The group is 2018's most streamed Mexican act on Spotify. He discusses the success of the group and the growing legacy of regional Mexican music. He also offers his opinion on corridos and narcocorridos, which talk about drug culture.

The article focuses on the upward growth trend of on-demand music streams to more than one trillion in the U.S. in 2021. There was a 9.9% increase in combined on-demand streams to 1.13 trillion in 2021 compared with 1.03 trillion in 2020. Also noted is the 11.3% increase in overall album consumption units. It mentions the growth of market share for catalog music consumption.

The article reports on the growth of the market share of music label Sony Music Entertainment in the third quarter of 2022, reducing some of rival Universal Music Group's double-digit dominance.

The article reports on the growth of Sony Music Entertainment's market share in terms of album sales with the help of musician Bad Bunny and his album "Un Verano Sin Ti," and also mentions other record labels in the market, which is dominated by Universal Music Group.

The article describes how country singer Bailey Zimmerman co-wrote his song "Fall in Love" with Austin Shawn and Gavin Lucas.

The article reports that music label company Interscope Geffen A and M has maintained its top ranking as of March 2022 due to the success of its soundtrack album "Encanto: The Songs," from the film "Encanto," created by Walt Diney Animation Studios.

The article discusses the contemporary Christian rock band Casting Crowns and their continued work with the Eagle's Landing First Baptist Church located outside Atlanta, Georgia as of March 2014. Topics include the band's presence on the Billboard music charts including the number one debut of its album "Thrive," details of the band's start in the Christian music industry, and the recording and concert tour dates and times which band members schedule around their church commitments.

The article discusses Lou Pearlman, former impresario of the Backstreet Boys and 'N Sync music bands, who was sentenced in 2009 to prison for orchestrating a Ponzi scheme. Topics include hopes of Pearlman to return to the music industry after his 2029 release from prison, his denial of rumors surrounding the sexual misconduct of boys, and details of his work in the airship business.

The article focuses on the outlook for the share prices of music companies for 2022 including Spotify, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music Group.

This article presents an interview with music artist Tom Petty, recipient of the 2005 Billboard Century Award in the U.S., about his career. The Heartbreakers band was formed in the early 1970s.

Presents an interview with brothers Adolfo Angel and Gustavo Angel, members of the Mexican musical group Los Temerarios, about their history and the story of their band. Respective roles being played by Adolfo Angel and Gustavo Angel in the band; Music singles that were first released by the group in 1977 and 1983; Information on the recording plans of the group in 2005.

Interviews Yes band's members drummer Alan White, guitarist Steve Howe, keyboardist Rick Wakeman, singer Jon Anderson and bassist Chris Squire about the band. Attitude of the band toward performance; Popularity of the band; Highlights of the band's career.

Focuses on the 35th anniversary of the Yes band in 2003. Support of performers to the band's music; Concept of the band's music; Profile of the Yes band; Relaunch of the music recordings "Fragile" and "Close to the Edge"; Plan for the reissue of other Yes band's music recordings.

Interviews Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, members of the Kiss band. Challenges faced by the band; Commitment of the band members to their work and fans; Information on the band's tour in 2004.

Presents an updates on the entertainment industry in Las Vegas, Nevada as of December 7, 2002. Growth of the concert market; Discussion on recently formed bands; Background on the concert market.

The article profiles the Texas-based band Intocable which focuses on the norteño style of music from northern Mexico, on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. Topics include the differences between norteño music and the Tejano style of music, the band's use of the accordion and the bajo sexto, a type of six-string guitar, and a 1999 car accident in which two original members of the band died. Comments are presented from band member Ricky Muñoz.

Features The Allman Brothers Band. Formation of the group in 1969; Description of the band's music; Professionalism of the group; Popularity of the group's live performances; unity with their road crew.

Focuses on the return of heavy metal music in 1999. Reasons for the sudden downward trend of heavy metal music as viewed by heavy metal artists; Information on several bands and albums.

Features several Australian bands. Badloves from Mushroom Records; Chocolate Starfish from EMI Australia; Defryme from ARE/BMG; The Poor from Sony Music Australia and Epic Records U.S.; Directions in Groove from Id/Phonogram Australia; Lee Kernaghan from ABC Music; Kulcha from EastWest Records.

Presents information on Swedish recording artists, including their latest album, label, distributor, booking agent, and labelmates to watch. DeDe; Cecilia Vennersten; Antiloop; Gessle; Others.

An interview with Emilio Castillo and Stephen 'Doc' Kupka, members of the R&B brass band Tower of Power, is presented. They discuss the band's longevity, impact the Bay Area have on the group, and information on their first Billboard Hot 100 hit "You're Still a Young Man" in 1972. They also mention music legends they have played with, and their collaboration with Carlos Santana on his first album and "Santana III."

The article features American singer Ben Gibbard. Topics discussed include the radical shifts in his life including his marriage to his former tour manager/photographer Rachel Demy in 2016, his remarks about his previous relationship with Zooey Deschannel, and his album released in August 2018 without founding member Chris Walla in their band Death Cab for Cutie.

The article profiles the musical duo MGMT and discusses the release of the duo's album "Congratulations," which was marketed by Columbia Records. A discussion of popularity and financial success which the duo has seen as a result of several of its music releases, including "Oracular Spectacular," is presented.

The article profiles the career of the rock group Buckcherry. Particular attention is paid to the band's third album titled "15," which sold more than 1.1 million copies in the U.S. since 2006. The success of the album fueled a resurgence of interest in the band. The group's previous releases are assessed. Lead singer Josh Todd and guitarist Keith Nelson comment on state of the band after 3 members left in 2002. INSET: CHERRY BLOSSOMS.

The article reports on Maroon 5's re-entry to the music radio industry's Mainstream Top 40 and Adult Top 40 charts. The band's second album is entitled "It Won't Be Soon Before Too Long" and features the rhythmic 70s influenced track "Makes Me Wonder." Maroon 5's gradual success is chronicled including album lists, song titles, labels, promoters, national and international tours.

This article discusses record labels, such as Epic Records, and the steps that they take to ensure that a band or performer reaches number one on the music charts and remains a competitive act. The article explains that patience in the industry pays off, that there is never a guarantee of a follow up success, and discusses the ultimate payoff. The success of the band the Fray is used as an example to demonstrate the steps of Epic Records.

The article features the Mexican pop group RBD. The group, which began as a music spinoff from the soap opera Rebelde in late 2004, has become one of the popular acts in Latin music. Since July 2005, three of the group's albums--Rebelde, Nuestro Amor and RBD: Live in Hollywood--have not only scaled the Top Latin Albums chart but also crossed over to success on The Billboard 200. The group has sold more than 7.8 million albums in the U.S., according to Nielsen SoundScan.

The article reports that guitarist Zakk Wylde, founder of the Black Society band, was inducted into Hollywood's RockWalk in Los Angeles, California. He has long been praised for his guitar techniques and style and the RockWalk honor further confirms that he is creating a musical legacy. The endorsement partners of Wylde are mentioned. The relationship between Wylde and heavy metal rock star Ozzy Osbourne is noted.

This article focuses on the band Nickelback and its musical release "All the Right Reasons." The album's first single, Photograph, is already shaping up to be a multiformat radio smash for the band. To jump-start the music release in the U.S., the band will appear on talk shows on October 5 and 7, 2005.

Features the band Maroon5, under the management of label company Octone Records. Sales performance of their first album "Songs About Jane"; Career of the band in the entertainment industry; Historical background of the band.

Features the rock music group Kings of Leon from Tennessee. Success achieved by the group in Great Britain; Members of the band; Release of their album "Aha Shake Heartbreak" on February 22, 2005.

Reports on the success of the Black Eyed Peas in the music industry. Type of music; Recognition given to the group in 2004; Facts about the members of the band.

Features Trapt, a modern rock band from California. Origins of the band; Sales of their debut album entitled "Trapt"; Efforts of Warner Bros. to promote the band.

Celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Kiss band in 2003. Members of the band; Reason behind the success of the band; Challenges faced by the band.

Deals with the transportation needs of band artists with musical tour engagements. Vehicle preferences of band artists in county tours; Range of prices for vehicle services; Details on the use of Fixed Base Operator for the private arrivals and departures of artists.

Discusses the impact of the band Menudo on Puerto Rican popular musicians. Ricky Martin's start as a member of the band; Influence of the band on musicians, including Chayanne and Gisselle.

Reports on the October 10, 2000 release of band Collective Soul's album 'Blender.' Opinion that the band combines pop and rock with elements of soul and punk; Mention of songs on the album, including 'Skin,' 'Vent' and 'Turn Around;' Reflections of lead singer Ed Roland.

Interviews the members of The Allman Brothers Band. Includes Gregg Allman's first exposure to music that had a real impact on him; Group's musical direction; Work ethic; Entry of Derek Trucks and Oteil Burbridge into the group. INSET: Something about the songs.

Focuses on `The Cut,' a talent contest on the MTV television network. Attention that the show is attracting from music industry executives; Program's featuring of unsigned music acts performing live to a rotating panel of three music-industry judges; Awarding of a professionally made video paid for by MTV as the grand prize.

Presents information on the music performers in Sweden that the magazine believes are headed for success in 1998. Antiloop; Soundtrack Of Our Lives; Meja; Lisa Ekdahl & Peter Nordahl Trio; Emilia; Kwame; Popsie; Bosson; Blacknuss; Say; Kask; Jade.Ell; Bryan Powell; The albums they have released; Other artists on their record label to watch for.

Focuses on the city of Dublin, Ireland. Its establishment as one of the world's music capitals; Renowned musicians who hail from the area including U2 and Enya; How the city is a proving ground for artists with substantial potential; Observations on the city's musical history; Comments by concert promoters; Dublin's spirit which encourages independent musical efforts; Tourist attractions.

Reports on the rock, pop and dance music scene in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Network of clubs and music venues in the city; Diversity of local bands and musicians; Amsterdam as an evolving business center; Rookie bands.

Features the Swiss rock bands Zuri West and Patent Ochsner. Description of songs; Sales of records; German recording companies' enlistment of Swiss music.

Focuses on the Swedish music industry as of 1997. Contribution of work ethics, avoidance of hype and focus on talent to steady stream of successes; Success of performers Robyn and The Cardigans; Organization of Svenska Skivbolag (Swedish Record Companies) to spotlight the CD as a desirable consumer purchase.

Informs that Camden Town in England is a likely place to find bands that will be successful in the future. The Camden circuit and the success of Embrace, a band with a top single on Virgin's Hut label; Comments on Symposium and Placebo, which got started in Camden; Description and map of the area; Mention of the different levels of venues in Camden. INSET: Funky retail scene draws music lovers..

Spotlights Australian bands. The Superjesus and their album, `The Absolute Truth'; Grinspoon and their album `Grinspoon's Guide to Betta Living'; Big Heavy Stuff and their album `Maximum Sincere.'

Relates that music performers Rusted Root have produced a studio project known as `Remember.' A studio album as a departure from the band's live recording approach; Hopes to expand their audience base; Comments from band members on the album; Details of the project.

Features several Japanese independent bands that have emerged from the underground music scene to enliven the country's conformist music industry. Musical styles of the indie bands; Energy as a common element among Japanese indie acts; Release of the `Japanese Homegrown: Hardcore, Punk and Junk Vol. 1,' a compilation of tracks by leading Japanese indie bands signed to various labels; History of the indie music scene.