• Vermont Freelancers Share the Ups and Downs of Being Their Own Boss

    They set their own hours. They're not on anyone else's payroll. Their time is their own, but generally so is the responsibility for their health and unemployment coverage, vacation time, and Social Security contributions. They are gig workers, freelancers, temps or independent contractors, and their ranks are swelling. In the 2022 American Opportunity Survey conducted by consulting firm McKinsey, 36 percent of employed respondents described themselves as "independent workers," up from 27...

  • Carlyon Bay beach pop-ups return with food, drink and live music this Easter

    The waterside venue is back for the summer season with the likes of The Mussel Shoal, Manor Made, Jasper's Kitchen and Ogy1 all returning

  • Southey Green: Sheffield flat 'shut down' by police over drugs, loud music and anti-social behaviour

    A flat on a Sheffield estate has been 'shut down' by police after complaints of anti-social behaviour. South Yorkshire Police say they have taken the action at the address in the Dryden Road area of Southey Green after complaints from residents on the estate, with reports of anti-social behaviour and drug use in the area. There were also complaints of loud music at the property, say officers who worked with other official local organisations to take the action. South Yorkshire Police have issued...

  • 2024 NCAA Women's Championships: Day 4 Ups/Downs - UVA Homes in on 4th Consecutive Title

    SATURDAY EVENING HEAT SHEET. For those unfamiliar with swimming

  • How two giant pandas loaned to Adelaide zoo tell the story of the ups and downs of China-Australia relations

    Giant panda pair Wang Wang and Fu Ni have been on loan from Beijing since 2009 – now their future in Adelaide hangs in the balanceFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastThey might be cute and cuddly but Australia’s only giant pandas are in fact expensive – though nonverbal – Chinese diplomats.The fate of Wang Wang and Fu Ni, who have called Adelaide zoo home for the last 15 years, will be decided on Wednesday...

  • Sharing childhood faves with my kids has its ups and downs – but I know it takes them places Netflix or Disney won’t

    Helping children detach from the zeitgeist feels important in our algorithmic age. Branching out is hard when there’s always more of what you already loveSharing childhood faves with the kids can be one of the most rewarding and most disappointing parts of parenthood. I will admit that one of the main reasons I was keen to start a family was to indoctrinate a new generation in the film, TV and music that has meant so much to me. Part of this was the arguably noble impulse to share great art with...

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    My 4 favorite music players for MacOS (that aren't Apple Music)

    I'm an audiophile.Although I prefer my music to be heard via the glory that is vinyl, there are times when I need to be out of my office and in another room of my home. When those moments arise, I'm using my MacBook Pro and I am here to tell you that I don't care for Apple Music. Why? It's too basic. Even the advanced options are not even remotely advanced.Also: How to add music recognition to your MacOS Menu Bar - no Siri needed!So, when I'm with my MacBook and I want to listen to...

  • Unlocking musical potential: Exploring the most beginner-friendly musical instruments

    Learning to play a musical instrument can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Yet it is not just about making sounds, but a way to express feelings and connect with others. Whether strumming strings, pressing keys, or blowing into an instrument, it unlocks creativity and self-expression. Playing teaches patience and discipline, but most importantly, it […]

  • Warner Music Expands Deal with JetSynthesys’ Global Music Junction

    Warner Music expands its deal with JetSynthesys’ Global Music Junction, making Warner Music India the biggest player in the Indian local language market. Warner Music India has expanded its partnership with JetSynthesys’ entertainment subsidiary, Global Music Junction (GMJ). Expanding upon a deal struck in 2021, the new agreement sees Warner Music making a strategic investment […]

  • Music Tech Europe Launches to Spearhead Innovation in the Music Sector

    A newly established European umbrella association called Music Tech Europe aims to spearhead innovation in the music sector. The initiative aims to bring together music technology associations from across Europe. As the largest and most representative body for the European music tech ecosystem, Music Tech Europe aims to foster sustainable development and innovation within the […]

  • Universal Music Group expands partnership with Spotify after pulling music from TikTok

    Universal Music Group expands partnership with Spotify after pulling music from TikTok. Spotify to offer UMG new promotional and social media tools.

  • Wiz: A Sudanese Musical Icon’s New Chapter with Rotana Music

    Abdel Gadir Salim, also known by his stage name Wiz, remains a towering figure in the musical panorama of Sudan, encapsulating both the nation’s rich cultural heritage and its penchant for innovation. Born in the mid-1950s in the vibrant setting of Dilling, within the Nuba Mountains of Kordofan, his formative years were rich with diverse […] The post Wiz: A Sudanese Musical Icon’s New Chapter with Rotana Music first appeared on The Source.