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A music legend has released four previously unheard songs recorded for an iconic 1976 album, surfacing decades after the record first came out. The tracks have drawn attention from longtime fans and music writers, who are revisiting one of the artist's most celebrated eras. Details on the songs and why they were held back were not immediately given.

Neil Patrick Harris will return to Broadway to star in a revival of the classic musical 'Damn Yankees', the New York Times reports. The casting news has drawn attention from theatre fans, as the Tony-winning actor takes on a leading role in the beloved 1955 baseball-themed show in a new Broadway staging.

A new museum in Austria is encouraging locals to reconnect with The Sound of Music, the 1965 film that became a global phenomenon yet long went underappreciated at home. The venue, described by curators as 'a joyful place', celebrates the musical's story and filming locations, hoping Austrians will finally embrace a classic that generations of tourists have loved.

Musicians of the Cleveland Orchestra have ended their strike, according to local news reports from Ohio. The dispute, part of a broader wave of labor actions, appears to have been resolved, though details of any agreement between the musicians and orchestra management have not yet been made public. The strike had drawn attention as one of the most prominent labor standoffs in the American classical music world, and the news of its resolution is being met with interest from classical music audiences and labor observers.

A new museum has opened in Salzburg dedicated to The Sound of Music, sixty years after the film's release. Austria long kept the Hollywood classic at arm's length, but the attraction is being billed as 'a joyful place' that coaxes locals to finally embrace the musical, which remains a major draw for international tourists to the city.

Neil Patrick Harris, Julianne Hough and Austin Scott will star in a Broadway revival of the classic musical Damn Yankees. The casting announcement pairs Harris, a past Tony winner, with dancer and actress Hough and stage performer Austin Scott in the beloved baseball-themed show. Theatre fans are watching for details on the production's opening dates and venue.

Musicians of the Cleveland Orchestra have voted to end their strike after reaching agreement on a new contract with orchestra management. The deal brings performances back on track and resolves a labor dispute that had halted the work of one of America's leading orchestras. Details of the contract terms, including pay and working conditions, were not immediately disclosed.

Neil Patrick Harris will star in a Broadway revival of the musical Damn Yankees, opening this spring, according to Playbill. The casting puts the Emmy and Tony-winning performer back on the New York stage in one of the classic American musicals, and theatre fans are discussing what the role could mean for the production's profile.

The classic baseball musical 'Damn Yankees' is set to return to Broadway, this time in partnership with Major League Baseball. The revival will carry an MLB twist, connecting the 1950s show about a Washington Senators fan who sells his soul to beat the Yankees with the modern league. It marks a rare collaboration between Broadway and professional baseball.

Musicians of the Cleveland Orchestra have agreed to a new contract, bringing their strike to an end. The agreement resolves the labor dispute that had kept players off the stage, allowing performances to resume at one of America's leading orchestras. Details of the contract terms have not yet been made public, but the deal marks a resolution between the musicians and orchestra management.

A new museum dedicated to The Sound of Music has opened at the location where the von Trapp family's story intersected with Hollywood's famous film adaptation. The attraction celebrates the legacy of the musical that became one of cinema's most beloved classics, drawing fans of the 1965 film and the real family history behind it.

The Cleveland Orchestra's strike is over after musicians and management reached a new contract agreement. The deal brings an end to the work stoppage, allowing performances to resume. Further details of the contract terms have not been reported in the available coverage.

A 1957 recording of Johann Sebastian Bach's Concerto for Violin, Flute and Harpsichord in A minor, BWV 1044, is being shared among classical music listeners. The performance features Rodolfo Felicani on violin, Joseph Bopp on traverso and Eduard Müller on harpsichord, with the Konzertgruppe der Schola Cantorum Basiliensis conducted by August Wenzinger.

A clip of Iggy Pop singing The Trashmen's classic "Surfin' Bird" to his own pet bird is being shared again on social media, drawing amusement from rock fans. The punk icon famously recorded his own version of the song, making the moment especially fitting for viewers.

Fans are revisiting the 2004 fighting game Def Jam: Fight for NY, pairing its soundtrack with TY's 2003 track Wait A Minute in a retro gaming music clip. The PS2, Xbox and GameCube-era title remains a cult favourite, and its hip-hop-heavy soundtrack still draws attention from retrogaming communities.

Stephen Wilson Jr. performed 'Hunger Strike' alongside Eddie Vedder at a recent show, delivering the Temple of the Dog classic as a duet. Footage of the collaboration has been shared by Rolling Stone, drawing attention from fans of both artists. The pairing of the rising country singer-songwriter with the Pearl Jam frontman on the grunge-era staple is striking chatter across music circles.

Eddie Vedder joined singer-songwriter Stephen Wilson Jr. on stage in the United States for a rendition of Hunger Strike, the Temple of the Dog classic, according to Rolling Stone. The pairing of the Pearl Jam frontman with the rising country-rock artist has drawn attention from fans of both acts.

Music fans are revisiting The Cure's 1987 double album Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me, with one listener saying they had not heard it in ages and were struck again by how good it is. The post also noted picking up the record cheaply at Target, prompting fond nostalgia for the band's 1980s catalogue.

The rhythm game B-Boy was released for Sony's PlayStation 2 twenty years ago today, and retro gaming fans are marking the anniversary. Players are remembering the breakdancing-themed title as a cult classic of the PS2 era, sharing nostalgia for its music and gameplay. The anniversary is being noted in Spanish-language gaming communities online.

The Broadway-bound musical adaptation of 'Beat Street,' produced by Grammy-winning rapper Nas, has brought together its creative team, with playwright Kristoffer Diaz and director Schele Williams attached. The project adapts the 1984 film about hip-hop and breakdancing culture in the Bronx for the stage. The announcement has drawn attention from theatre and music watchers keen to see how the classic gets translated to Broadway.

The cast of the Broadway production of 'Damn Yankees' is speaking out about starring in the show, which is being billed as a 'revisal' of the classic musical. In an interview with TODAY.com, the actors discuss what it means to bring new life to the beloved baseball-themed show and how this version differs from earlier stagings.

Music fans are sharing what they are listening to, pairing Nirvana's 'Come As You Are' with Type O Negative's cover of 'Summer Breeze' in an online playlist post inviting others to join a growing music community. The mix of grunge and gothic metal classics is drawing small engagement as listeners swap song recommendations.

Opera fans are sharing the cast list of a Wagner performance of Die Walküre featuring Peter Hofmann as Siegmund, Theo Adam as Wotan, Kurt Moll as Hunding and Sabine Hass as Sieglinde, with Ingrid Bjoner as Brünnhilde. The lineup recalls a celebrated era of German Wagner singing, prompting classical music listeners to swap memories of these singers' landmark interpretations.

A new review praises conductor Dame Jane Glover, pianist Dame Imogen Cooper, and the Music of the Baroque Orchestra for their performances of Mozart, describing the musicians as reaching the summit of the composer's work. The review highlights the collaboration between the veteran British conductor and pianist with the Chicago-based orchestra in what it presents as a standout classical music event.

Artist ASKZOE0723 has released a new music piece set to Kuro-usaP's Vocaloid song Senbonzakura, featuring Hatsune Miku. The track is being shared among Hatsune Miku fans and Vocaloid music communities, where Senbonzakura remains one of the genre's most recognizable and frequently covered songs.

Musicians of the Cleveland Orchestra have agreed to a new three-year contract, ending a strike that halted performances. The deal resolves the labor dispute between the players and orchestra management, allowing the ensemble to return to the stage. The agreement follows negotiations over pay and working conditions, and closes one of the most prominent orchestra labor actions in the United States.

Stevie Wonder's landmark 1976 album Songs in the Key of Life is marking its 50th anniversary, and the celebration comes with a gift for fans: four previously unreleased tracks from the era are being released. The double album, long regarded as one of the greatest records in popular music, is drawing renewed attention as listeners revisit classics like 'Sir Duke' and 'Isn't She Lovely' and hear long-lost material for the first time.