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Musicians Push Congress to Pass Bill Aimed at Reforming Ticket Industry

Musicians Push Congress , to Pass Bill Aimed at , Reforming Ticket Industry. Musicians Push Congress , to Pass Bill Aimed at , Reforming Ticket Industry. On April 25, over 250 popular musicians signed an open letter to the Senate Commerce Committee demanding reforms to the current live-event ticketing system. On April 25, over 250 popular musicians signed an open letter to the Senate Commerce Committee demanding reforms to the current live-event ticketing system. The open letter was organized by Fix the Tix, a coalition spearheaded by the National Independent Venue Association and Eventbrite. Musicians who signed the letter include: , Billie Eilish, Dave Matthews and Green Day. . Musicians who signed the letter include: , Billie Eilish, Dave Matthews and Green Day. . Musicians who signed the letter include: , Billie Eilish, Dave Matthews and Green Day. . We are joining together to say that the current system is broken: predatory resellers and secondary platforms engage in deceptive ticketing practices to inflate ticket prices and deprive fans of the chance to see their favorite artists at a fair price, Fix the Tix open letter, via NBC. Other artists to sign the open letter include: , Cyndi Lauper, Lorde and Fall Out Boy. Other artists to sign the open letter include: , Cyndi Lauper, Lorde and Fall Out Boy. Other artists to sign the open letter include: , Cyndi Lauper, Lorde and Fall Out Boy. The Fans First Act looks to reform three significant issues that plague the ticketing industry, including transparency and consumer protections. The Fans First Act looks to reform three significant issues that plague the ticketing industry, including transparency and consumer protections. The bill also looks to prevent potential bad actors from reselling tickets at exorbitant prices. The Fans First Act is one of several bills introduced in recent years that seeks to fight unfair ticketing practices. . Other bills include the TICKET Act, the BOSS Act and the SWIFT Act. . It is clear that all participants of the live event ecosystem, from artists, to venues, to fans, demand comprehensive ticketing reform and consumer protection against the predatory ticket resale practices that have deeply afflicted live entertainment in the United States, Stephen Parker, executive director of the National Independent Venue Association, via NBC

Billie Eilish Announces New Album

Billie Eilish , Announces New Album. Eilish's third studio album, 'Hit Me Hard and Soft,' will drop May 17, AP reports. . The 22-year-old took to Instagram on April 8 to make the announcement. She also shared the album's artwork. Eilish went on to say that she won't be releasing any singles before the album comes out. I wanna give it to you all at once, Billie Eilish, via Instagram. I truly could not be more proud of this album, Billie Eilish, via Instagram. Eilish's brother, Finneas, co-wrote the album. The album does exactly as the title suggests: hits you hard and soft both lyrically and sonically while bending genres and defying trends along the way. , Via press release. ‘HIT ME HARD AND SOFT’ journeys through a vast and expansive audio landscape, immersing listeners into a full spectrum of emotions. , Via press release. In light of Eilish's recent criticism of wasteful packaging, it was also announced that recyclable materials will be used for physical formats. In a continued effort to minimize waste and combat climate change; across all physical formats in limited variants on the same day, with the same track-listing and using 100% recyclable materials, Via press release

Musicians Sign Open Letter Warning About AI Threat to Artists

Musicians Sign Open Letter , Warning About AI Threat to Artists. The Artists Rights Alliance and approximately 200 musicians such as Billie Eilish, Katy Perry and Nicki Minaj released the open letter, according to 'The Hollywood Reporter.'. The Artists Rights Alliance and approximately 200 musicians such as Billie Eilish, Katy Perry and Nicki Minaj released the open letter, according to 'The Hollywood Reporter.'. The Artists Rights Alliance and approximately 200 musicians such as Billie Eilish, Katy Perry and Nicki Minaj released the open letter, according to 'The Hollywood Reporter.'. The letter calls on developers of digital music to "cease the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to infringe upon and devalue the rights of human artists.". The campaign draws attention to how AI developers use musical works without permission to create AI "copycats.". Working musicians are already struggling to make ends meet in the streaming world, and now they have the added burden of trying to compete with a deluge of AI-generated noise. , Jen Jacobsen, executive director of the ARA, via statement. The unethical use of generative AI to replace human artists will devalue the entire music ecosystem — for artists and fans alike, Jen Jacobsen, executive director of the ARA, via statement. Others artists who signed the open letter include Camila Cabello, Sam Smith, Jon Bon Jovi. Others artists who signed the open letter include Camila Cabello, Sam Smith, Jon Bon Jovi. Others artists who signed the open letter include Camila Cabello, Sam Smith, Jon Bon Jovi. Norah Jones, Chuck D. Norah Jones, Chuck D. Kate Hudson, Pearl Jam and R.E.M. Kate Hudson, Pearl Jam and R.E.M. Kate Hudson, Pearl Jam and R.E.M. Make no mistake: we believe that, when used responsibly, AI has enormous potential to advance human creativity and in a manner that enables the development and growth of new and exciting experiences for music fans everywhere. , Via open letter. Unfortunately, some platforms and developers are employing AI to sabotage creativity and undermine artists, songwriters, musicians and rightsholders, Via open letter. We must protect against the predatory use of AI to steal professional artists’ voices and likenesses, violate creators’ rights, and destroy the music ecosystem. , Via open letter

Billie Eilish Drags ‘Big Artists’ for ‘Wasteful Packaging’ of Their Albums

Billie Eilish Drags ‘Big Artists’ , for ‘Wasteful Packaging’ of Their Albums. Eilish discussed her passion for sustainability in an interview with 'Billboard.'. We live in this day and age where, for some reason, it’s very important to some artists to make all sorts of different vinyl and packaging … which ups the sales and ups the numbers and gets them more money and gets them more…, Billie Eilish, to 'Billboard'. “I can’t even express to you how wasteful it is,” Eilish said. I find it really frustrating as somebody who really goes out of my way to be sustainable and do the best that I can and try to involve everybody in my team in being sustainable — , Billie Eilish, to 'Billboard'. ... and then it’s some of the biggest artists in the world making f------ 40 different vinyl packages that have a different unique thing just to get you to keep buying more, Billie Eilish, to 'Billboard'. It’s so wasteful, and it’s irritating to me that we’re still at a point where you care that much about your numbers and you care that much about making money — and it’s all your favorite artists doing that s---, Billie Eilish, to 'Billboard'. Eilish's 2021 record, 'Happier Than Ever,' was released in eight variants, but they were created with recycled materials, 'Page Six' reports. . Many people speculated that Eilish's comments were aimed at Taylor Swift, prompting Swifties to come to the pop star's defense. Many people speculated that Eilish's comments were aimed at Taylor Swift, prompting Swifties to come to the pop star's defense. The dig at Taylor and other similar artists about charts and numbers was unnecessary and detracts from her original point. , Swiftie, via X. Billie herself put out multiple vinyl variants (sustainably) so her point about chart and number obsession is hypocritical, Swiftie, via X

The Most Famous Pizza Styles From Around the World

The Most Famous Pizza Styles , From Around the World. Cozymeal compiled a list of the 10 most famous styles of pizza from around the globe. Here they are:. Neapolitan Pizza, This pizza started it all. It typically has a thick, bready crust with slightly charred edges and is topped with fresh ingredients. New York Style, This style was created by Italian immigrants in New York. While it resembles Neapolitan, the crust is thinner and the pizza is typically sold by the slice. . Chicago Deep-Dish, Resembling more of a pie, this type of pizza has a tall crust. The middle is filled with cheese, meats and veggies with the sauce layered on top. Chicago Deep-Dish, Resembling more of a pie, this type of pizza has a tall crust. The middle is filled with cheese, meats and veggies with the sauce layered on top. Margherita Pizza, This type of pizza was created in 1889 and named after the queen of Italy. It always contains red tomatoes, white mozzarella and green basil, the colors of the Italian flag. Sicilian Pizza, The crust resembles more of a focaccia bread and is shaped like a rectangle or square. It is generously topped with tomato sauce, cheese and other ingredients. Hawaiian Pizza, Love it or hate it, Hawaiian Pizza is here to stay. Created by a Canadian chef, this combination generally features pineapple and ham, though variations with bacon or pulled pork also exist. California Pizza, This type of pizza gained traction in the 1980s. The crust falls somewhere between NY style and Neapolitan. They're traditionally meant for one person and come with fancy toppings. Greek Pizza, Originating with Greek immigrants in New England, the texture of this pizza is similar to Sicilian pizza, but it's made in a metal pan. It also contains lots of olive oil. Greek Pizza, Originating with Greek immigrants in New England, the texture of this pizza is similar to Sicilian pizza, but it's made in a metal pan. It also contains lots of olive oil. Detroit Style Pizza, Also originating with Sicilian immigrants, this rectangular pizza is layered with tons of cheese and toppings with only a little sauce on top. The crust is chewy and crispy. Detroit Style Pizza, Also originating with Sicilian immigrants, this rectangular pizza is layered with tons of cheese and toppings with only a little sauce on top. The crust is chewy and crispy. Tavern Style Pizza, Many Chicago locals prefer this style of pizza over Deep Dish. This thin-crust pizza has typical toppings and is cut into squares. Some say this is so that a slice would fit on a bar napkin

Consumer Outlook Plunges Amid Fears of More Price Hikes Ahead

Consumer Outlook , Plunges Amid Fears of , More Price Hikes Ahead. CNN reports that sentiment about the economy among consumers in the United States has plummeted to the lowest level in the past six months. According to the latest consumer survey by the University of Michigan, consumers are also bracing for more price increases in the year ahead. . The consumer expectations gauge, which is closely monitored by the White House, dropped 13%, representing the most significant single month decline since mid-2021. The latest news is still better than last May when inflation was at 4% compared to the current 3.5% reading. However, CNN points out that despite inflation being lower than the same time last year, the numbers have been moving in the wrong direction. The trajectory has shifted economist expectations for the Federal Reserve to cut rates. . The latest Fed report saw expectations for year-ahead inflation increase to 3.5% from the 3.2% forecast in April. . At the same time, long-run expectations for inflation also increased to 3.1% from April's 3.0%. . According to Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee, the latest data , "bodes awful for progress on inflation.". There isn’t, at this time, much evidence in my view that inflation is stalling out at 3%, Austan Goolsbee, Chicago Federal Reserve President, via CNN

Indians' Shocking U.S Disappearance: Telangana Man Missing amid Multiple Indians Killed Within Days

The disappearance of Rupesh Chandra Chintakindi, a 25-year-old student from Telangana studying in Chicago, has alarmed the Indian community. Last seen on May 2nd, efforts to locate him have been fruitless. He vanished after allegedly traveling to Texas to meet an unidentified individual. His case highlights a troubling trend of Indian students facing danger abroad, prompting calls for increased safety measures. #RupeshChintakindi #Telangana #IndianinUS #IndianStudents #Texas #Chicago #IndianCommunity #USnews #Indianews #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.320~ED.103~GR.125~HT.96~

These 5 US Cities Have the Fastest-Rising Home Prices

These 5 US Cities Have the , Fastest-Rising Home Prices. 'Newsweek' reports that five cities in the United States saw home prices increase by more than 8% between January 2023 and January 2024. The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller National Home Price Index showed that all 20 cities analyzed had year- over-year increases during the same period of time. According to the report, , these are the five cities where , home prices grew the fastest:. Chicago, IL, Home prices increased by 8% year-over-year in the Windy City. According to the latest Redfin data, the median sale price of a house in Chicago was $335,000 as of February 2024, a 6.3% increase compared to the same time last year. Charlotte, NC, Charlotte saw home prices increase by 8.1% year-over-year for 2024, with the median home price at $399,995. Detroit, MI, Motor City saw home prices jump 8.3%. The median sale price of a home was $83,000, a significant 15.3% increase compared to 2023. 'Newsweek' reports that while Detroit has some of the cheapest home prices in the nation, its housing market is seeing a resurgence due to a boom in electric vehicle production. 'Newsweek' reports that while Detroit has some of the cheapest home prices in the nation, its housing market is seeing a resurgence due to a boom in electric vehicle production. Los Angeles, CA, The city's 8.6% hike ranked as the second-highest price increase in the nation with the median home price at $975,000, a 5.9% increase year-over-year. San Diego, CA, San Diego registered a whopping 11.2% price increase for 2023 with the median sale price sitting at $940,000, a 10% year-over-year increase.

These US Cities Have the Highest Populations of Millionaires

These US Cities, Have the Highest Populations of, Millionaires. According to a report by Henley & Partners, the United States remains the top country in the world for private wealth creation and accumulation. Quartz reports that the U.S. accounts for about 32% of global liquid investable wealth, valued at approximately $67 trillion. Here are some of the cities with the largest populations of millionaires, according to the report. Austin, This Texas city had the biggest explosion in millionaire growth in the U.S. over the past ten years, reaching 32,700 by the end of 2023. . Miami, This Florida city is home to 35,300 millionaires and 15 billionaires, including Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos. Boston, While having just eight billionaires, the fewest of any other city on the list, this New England city is home to , 42,900 millionaires. Seattle, This Washington State city is the home of some of the largest corporations in the U.S., including Amazon and Microsoft. It's also home to 54,200 millionaires and 11 billionaires. . Chicago, Approximately 120,500 millionaires live in this Midwestern metropolis. . Los Angeles, The second-most populous city in the U.S. has about, 212,100 millionaires and 43 billionaires. San Francisco, The tech hub of the U.S. boasts the most billionaires with a whopping 68, as well as the second-most millionaires with 305,700. . New York, The city with the most high net worth individuals has about , 349,500 millionaires and 60 billionaires