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This cover image released by Republic Records show "The Tortured Poets Department" by Taylor Swift. (Republic Records via AP)

Taylor Swift drops ‘Tortured Poets’ and the surprises keep coming

Could there be a Taylor Swift new album rollout without a few…

This cover image released by Republic Records show "The Tortured Poets Department" by Taylor Swift. (Republic Records via AP)
FILE - This undated photo shows members of the Allman Brothers Band, from left, Dickey Betts, Duane Allman, Berry Oakley, Butch Trucks, Gregg Allman and Jai Johanny “Jaimoe” Johanson, eating at the H&H Restaurant in downtown Macon, Ga. Guitar legend Betts, who co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit, “Ramblin’ Man,” died Thursday, April 18, 2024. He was 80. (The Macon Telegraph via AP, File)

Allman Brothers guitar legend Dickie Betts dead at 80

Lead guitarist, writer of Ramblin’ Man dies after long battle with cancer, COPD

FILE - This undated photo shows members of the Allman Brothers Band, from left, Dickey Betts, Duane Allman, Berry Oakley, Butch Trucks, Gregg Allman and Jai Johanny “Jaimoe” Johanson, eating at the H&H Restaurant in downtown Macon, Ga. Guitar legend Betts, who co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit, “Ramblin’ Man,” died Thursday, April 18, 2024. He was 80. (The Macon Telegraph via AP, File)
A past Rifflandia show. (Courtesy Rifflandia)

REZZ, Ja Rule, Tokyo Police Club among 1st-night performers at Victoria’s Rifflandia

The music festival takes place over one weekend in September on Matullia Lands in Rock Bay

A past Rifflandia show. (Courtesy Rifflandia)
Taylor Swift fans took over the Grove in Los Angeles on Tuesday to celebrate Swift’s upcoming album, “The Tortured Poets Department.” An installation organized by Spotify hid clues about lyrics contained on the record. (April 17)

Swift reveals lyrics to upcoming album

Taylor Swift fans took over the Grove in Los Angeles on Tuesday…

Taylor Swift fans took over the Grove in Los Angeles on Tuesday to celebrate Swift’s upcoming album, “The Tortured Poets Department.” An installation organized by Spotify hid clues about lyrics contained on the record. (April 17)
Alex Mackenzie loves living as a comedian on the road in his RV with his faithful companion Finlay. The Prince George comedian will be coming to Prince Rupert on April 25. (Photo submitted)

B.C. comedian a Happy Camper returning to the North after global success

Alex Mackenzie will be hosting shows throughout Northern B.C. in “Happy Camper” tour

Alex Mackenzie loves living as a comedian on the road in his RV with his faithful companion Finlay. The Prince George comedian will be coming to Prince Rupert on April 25. (Photo submitted)
Katy Perry, left, and Orlando Bloom arrive at the tenth Breakthrough Prize Ceremony on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)

‘Afraid for my life’: Orlando Bloom steps To The Edge for new TV series

Natural risk-taker explores his daredevil side for the delight of viewers

Katy Perry, left, and Orlando Bloom arrive at the tenth Breakthrough Prize Ceremony on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)
The Black Crowes perform at Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. (Photo: Tom Zillich)

CONCERTS: Black Crowes still blaze trail for rock ‘n’ roll on ‘Happiness Bastards’ tour

Gotta love The Black Crowes for still blazing a trail for rock…

The Black Crowes perform at Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. (Photo: Tom Zillich)
People dressed in "Star Wars" costumes outside H.R. MacMillan Space Centre in Vancouver. (Contributed photo)

Vancouver Space Centre goes intergalactic on ‘Star Wars Day’ in May

Fans of the “Star Wars” movies are invited to dress for the…

People dressed in "Star Wars" costumes outside H.R. MacMillan Space Centre in Vancouver. (Contributed photo)
FILE - An actor dressed as Mickey Mouse greets visitors at the entrance to Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort, April 18, 2022, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Winnie the Pooh and Mickey Mouse have recently entered the public domain, making it possible for artists to use them freely. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey, File)

Winnie, Mickey, and what we’re learning about public domain and remix culture

More beloved characters are becoming free for unfettered use, what will that mean?

FILE - An actor dressed as Mickey Mouse greets visitors at the entrance to Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort, April 18, 2022, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Winnie the Pooh and Mickey Mouse have recently entered the public domain, making it possible for artists to use them freely. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey, File)
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Best in Canadian country music coming to Kelowna

The city is hosting Country Music Week and the 2025 Canadian Country Music Awards

(Image: CCMA)
This image released by A24 shows Kirsten Dunst in a scene from “Civil War.” (Murray Close/A24 via AP)

Divisive? Not for moviegoers. ‘Civil War’ declares victory at box office.

Film imagines a U.S. where California and Texas unite against a corrupt president

This image released by A24 shows Kirsten Dunst in a scene from “Civil War.” (Murray Close/A24 via AP)
Emelia Symington-Fedy’s true crime memoir, Skid Dogs, was published Sept. 9, 2023. (Zev Tiefenbach photo)

North Okanagan author in the running for prestigious non-fiction prize

Emelia Symington-Fedy, who published her debut memoir Skid Dogs in 2023, has been shortlisted for the Hubert Evans Non-Fiction Prize

Emelia Symington-Fedy’s true crime memoir, Skid Dogs, was published Sept. 9, 2023. (Zev Tiefenbach photo)
Woven artwork by Beverly Hancock. (Beverly Hancock)

‘It is magical’: repurposed art growing in B.C. along with eco-consciousness

As environmental concerns permeate the arts community, artists embrace a freeing era of art-making

Woven artwork by Beverly Hancock. (Beverly Hancock)
The Spectrum Community School student dance team performs during “Level Up,” a B.C. high school dance competition held at Salish Secondary School April 9. (Photo: Jason Sveinson)

Student dancers return to Salish Secondary for biggest high school dance competition in B.C.

Hundreds of kids from across Surrey, the Lower Mainland, and Vancouver Island competed April 9

The Spectrum Community School student dance team performs during “Level Up,” a B.C. high school dance competition held at Salish Secondary School April 9. (Photo: Jason Sveinson)
Thousands attended the Rock the Lake music festival over the weekend of Aug. 11-13. (Caity Henry/Capital News)

Kelowna’s Rock The Lake returns with Tom Cochrane, Our Lady Peace

Rock The Lake is taking place from July 12-14

Thousands attended the Rock the Lake music festival over the weekend of Aug. 11-13. (Caity Henry/Capital News)
American rapper/actor Ludacris is among performers at the 2024 PNE summer fair in Vancouver. (Photo: spotify.com)

PNE summer concerts move inside with Ludacris, Blondie, Barenaked Ladies, more

Fair admission included in cost of ticket, sold for $40 and up starting April 12

American rapper/actor Ludacris is among performers at the 2024 PNE summer fair in Vancouver. (Photo: spotify.com)
Attendees walk over a floor advertisement for the upcoming film “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga” on the opening day of CinemaCon 2024 at Caesars Palace, Monday, April 8, 2024, in Las Vegas. The four-day convention of the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) runs through Thursday. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Hollywood cannot live on blockbusters alone: industry leaders

Movie business needs more small and mid-sized films to stay vibrant, convention-goers told

Attendees walk over a floor advertisement for the upcoming film “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga” on the opening day of CinemaCon 2024 at Caesars Palace, Monday, April 8, 2024, in Las Vegas. The four-day convention of the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) runs through Thursday. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
Beyonce walks onstage to accept the Innovator Award during the iHeartRadio Music Awards, Monday, April 1, 2024, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Beyoncé tops Billboard country albums chart, first Black woman to do so

Act ll: Cowboy Carter also topped the all-genres Billboard 200, marking her eighth No. 1 album

Beyonce walks onstage to accept the Innovator Award during the iHeartRadio Music Awards, Monday, April 1, 2024, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
FILE - Singer/songwriter Kelsea Ballerini poses for a portrait, Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023, in Los Angeles. The CMT Music Awards return Sunday night, April 7, 2024, live from Austin, Texas’ Moody Center, with host Kelsea Ballerini. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Roll continues for Jelly Roll at this year’s CMT Music Awards

Kelsea Ballerini hosted the awards for fourth time in a row

FILE - Singer/songwriter Kelsea Ballerini poses for a portrait, Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023, in Los Angeles. The CMT Music Awards return Sunday night, April 7, 2024, live from Austin, Texas’ Moody Center, with host Kelsea Ballerini. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
FILE - Missy Elliott performs “Lose Control” at the 65th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)

Inside Missy Elliott’s first headlining tour, kicking off in Vancouver

Busta Rhymes, Ciara and Timbaland joins hip-hop icon on her first headlining tour

FILE - Missy Elliott performs “Lose Control” at the 65th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)