Art reportedly used to train Midjourney, causing stir among artists
It is chilly in California, so I warm myself with the remaining embers of civilization. I’m Carolina A. Miranda, art and design columnist at the…
Tennessee governor, music leaders launch push to protect songwriters and other artists against AI
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessAuthor of the article:The Associated Press Kimberlee KruesiPublished Jan 10, 2024 • 3 minute read Article contentNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Gov.…
Meliora Festival splits WA town of Donnybrook as organisers criticised for ‘non-stop’ music program
A bush doof festival that recently attracted almost 2,000 people to a rural WA town has split the community, with some impressed by its vibe,…
Artists create ‘Kidnapped’ posters of Israeli hostages
The faces of 173 hostages being held by Hamas since the Oct. 7 attack on Israel cover the wall of an entire building in Culver…
‘Anselm’ review: An artist’s work comes to life via 3D
All his life, the churn of history has spoken to 78-year-old Anselm Kiefer, who has responded with imposingly environmental, mythic and beautiful paintings and sculptures…
A3 Artists Agency partners sue majority owner
Two partners from A3 Artists Agency are suing Adam Bold, the agency’s majority owner, in an effort to block the sale of parts of the…
Michael Latt, who was killed at home, uplifted diverse artists
Michael Latt, a 33-year-old marketing strategist and social justice advocate who was shot and killed in his Los Angeles home Monday, leaves behind a legacy…
Disneyland artists share story behind Adventureland Treehouse
Like many a child, no doubt, Kevin Kidney fantasized about living at Disneyland. But he didn’t imagine himself swashbuckling with pirates or cavorting with ghosts.…
In Zimbabwe, LGBTQ+ artists dodge discrimination to stay on stage
It is tough making a living as an LGBTQIA+ performer in Zimbabwe – the economy is in disarray and homophobic heckling is an occupational hazard.…
L.A. artists create advertisements for the end of the world
From the questions posed on consecutive billboards in the mountains to the Gospel preached by the person on a soapbox near the sea, the warnings…
Ghost net artists make a dazzling fashion statement — and turn eyes to a problem plaguing our beaches
When longtime friends Lynnette Griffiths and Marion Gaemers stroll along the beaches of Far North Queensland, they see beauty in the least expected places.For more…
SZA describes Grammys as ‘a thirsty, dark space’ for artists
SZA is one of the biggest names in music — but that doesn’t mean she enjoys being on its biggest stage. The “Kill Bill” performer…
Latino Comic Book Expo: Artists showcase their superheroes
Latinx and Latin American comic vendors and illustrators gathered at the Museum of Latin American Art in Long Beach for the 11th annual Latino Comics…
Since Kerry Sibly left engineering to become an artist, you ‘can’t wipe the smile off his face’
Art had always been a part of Kerry Sibly's life, but it took a backseat when he decided to follow a "serious path" in engineering.Sibly…
Hiltzik: How the New Deal kept artists alive
Three men huddle around a lit fire in an oil drum. An entire community of the dispossessed goes about its day, here hanging laundry or…
Ten times musicians told politicians to quit playing their music without permission
Rapper Eminem this week demanded Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy stop using his song Lose Yourself on the campaign trail.While Ramaswamy — who as a university student…
How LGBTQ+ artists are commanding space
A painting by Alannah Farrell welcomes you at the entrance of art collector Arushi Kapoor’s Beverly Hills home. The bold painting displays the back of…
Drake, Bebe Rexha: Fans keep throwing stuff at artists. Why?
On Wednesday, the opening night of Drake’s new tour, the superstar rapper was midway through a tender version of Ginuwine’s “So Anxious” when a cellphone…
Artsy celebrates Pride Month with Artists for Pride Impact Auction
Artsy celebrates Pride Month with its new Artists for Pride Impact Auction to benefit the Ali Forney Center (AFC). From 22 June to 29 June,…
EU lawmakers aim to push Spotify on better pay for music artists – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. Music streaming platforms like Spotify should brace themselves for a fresh round of scrutiny.…