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6 notable songs from Jimmy Cliff, the reggae star who has died at 81

The story of Jimmy Cliff, who has died at age 81, is in part the story of reggae itself

The Independent UK

"People heard it and found it deeply offensive because they didn’t have the brain capacity to realise what it’s about." The story behind Ghost's most famous song - and what it really means

The story behind Ghost's viral mega-hit, and what its lyrics mean, in Tobias Forge's own words

Metal Hammer

Celebrate the holidays with new albums from Brad Paisley, the 'Peanuts' gang and more

’Tis the season to put on some holiday music

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Ariana Grande says she’s been ‘healing my relationship to music and touring’

In 2026, the singer will go on her first tour in six years

The Independent UK

“It would have been okay if I had an acoustic guitar, but the electricity made it like ‘you're not allowed’”: Joan Jett on the battles she faced to become a rock guitar icon

Growing up, Jett defied the norms and expectations that “girls don't play electric guitar” – and went on to become a bona fide trailblazer and legend

Guitar World

Jimmy Cliff obituary

One of the greatest stars of Jamaican reggae known for his 1969 hit Many Rivers to Cross and the film The Harder They Come

The Guardian - UK

Who Wants To Live Forever? Brian May says Queen are looking at a possible hologram show: “I’m very taken with the idea that we can be the original Queen again”

He says it “wouldn’t just be playing old footage”

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Reggae icon and 'cultural giant' Jimmy Cliff dead at 81

Jimmy Cliff, the iconic reggae star who helped transform the island's rhythmic music into a global cultural phenomenon, has died, his wife said Monday. He was 81.

Radio France Internationale

"He's a legend but he’s also a great person. When I met him, he had a guitar in his hand, and we started playing right away." How a punk rock hero helped Jimmy Cliff spark a late career peak - and write a modern reggae classic

When Jimmy Cliff and Tim Armstrong teamed up, it continued a decades-long relationship between reggae and punk rock

Louder

Oasis 2025: the best non-musical moments — featuring hugs, hats and sharks

Oasis concluded their Oasis Live 25 comeback tour with their second night in São Paulo, Brazil at the weekend. Over 41 dates, the band have dominated the live scene in music, with rave reviews and ticket mayhem - including some controversial dynamic pricing - and an estimated £1 billion generated…

Evening Standard

“Thank goodness it wasn’t painted”: John Entwistle’s Warwick bass triples in value after analysis reveals links to another rock great

The prototype's natural finish and some sharp eyes have helped it to a huge bump in value

Guitar World

Masked metal sensations President have written four songs for their debut album, with a lot more on the way: “It takes bits of the EP, and it’s pushing certain elements even further”

The anonymous breakout stars aren’t wasting any time in following up this year’s EP, King Of Terrors

Metal Hammer

“A true cultural giant… His music lifted people through hard times, inspired generations, and helped to shape the global respect that Jamaican culture enjoys today”: Jamaica and the world mourn Jimmy Cliff

Reggae icon has died, aged 81

MusicRadar

Reggae icon Jimmy Cliff and his long love affair with Africa

A monument of Jamaican music for over half a century, singer Jimmy Cliff died on Monday at the age of 81. While he made the world dance and transcended generations with hits like "Reggae Night" and "Hakuna Matata," he played a pioneering and enduring role in Africa, introducing the musical…

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Wolf Alice are coming to London next month: here’s why you should go

We caught up with them on tour to get a sneak preview of what to expect

Louder

Classic Rock's Tracks Of The Week: November 24, 2025

Eight songs you need to hear right now, from Bad Nerves, Shinedown, Earth Tongue and more

International Business Times UK

John Lennon's Chilling Final Words Revealed: Eyewitness Thought Shooting Was 'Filming A Movie'

In Apple TV+'s documentary about John Lennon's assassination, eyewitnesses shared the Beatles guitarist's final words before he died.

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“It’s bittersweet, of course”: Soundgarden’s final album is “pretty close” to completion

But Morello says don’t expect unreleased Audioslave music any time soon

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Bad Omens review – anthemic songs and pillars of fire dampened by arena nerves

Noah Sebastian’s vocals switch deftly from croon to scream to whisper, but the genre-hopping US metalcore band lack chemistry on the big stage

International Business Times UK

Jamaican Reggae Legend Jimmy Cliff Dies Aged 81 After Seizure and Pneumonia

Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff has died aged 81 after a seizure and pneumonia. The Harder They Come star leaves a global legacy that transformed Jamaican music forever.

The Independent UK

BBC announces Ronan Keating as host of New Year’s Eve celebrations

‘It’s going to be very special’ said the Irish pop star who said he was ‘truly honoured’ to be a part of the show

MusicRadar

“We weren’t getting paid that much, so our only solace was whupping his ass on stage”: Jellybean Johnson, drummer with Prince associates The Time, has died, aged 69

“Bean was a consummate musician,” said The Time frontman Morris Day. “All he ever wanted to do was play and talk music”

Louder

“This tour is going to be a complete blast." Big Big Train announce Woodcut European and UK tour dates for Autumn 2026

Prog rock septet Big Big Train will release their new album, the conceptual Woodcut, in February

Evening Standard

Jimmy Cliff dead aged 81: Jamaican prime minister leads tributes to Reggae legend

Singer was credited with popularising reggae alongside Bob Marley

Evening Standard

Reggae superstar Jimmy Cliff dies aged 81

He was one of several musician, alongside Bob Marley, to be awarded Jamaica’s Order of Merit.

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