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March 31, 2025

The Bachelor Scores Big with Pre-Cleared Hits

"The Bachelor" show typically uses commercial music in its opening and finale episodes to make a big impact. Due to the quick turnaround time of six episodes per week, the show's team pre-clears over 1,000 songs ahead of time, sending requests to publishers and labels for potential use. This approach allows for memorable musical moments, such as Cardi B, Bad Bunny, and J Balvin's "I Like It" playing during a pivotal scene in Madrid. Historically, the show has featured artists like Colbie Caillat, Boyz II Men, and Backstreet Boys.

https://apnews.com/article/love-is-blind-bachelor-real-songs-ac3515f64993ef339de1eb1d8c4424be

Art
March 31, 2025

Yoko Ono Celebrates 93rd Birthday with MOCA Chicago

The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago is planning an evening of performances featuring Yoko Ono's works, coinciding with her 93rd birthday in February 2026. The event aims to activate the building and engage communities, reflecting Ono's artistic spirit. This exhibition will be part of a larger retrospective of her work, following previous shows at the Tate Modern in London and the Museum of Fine Arts in Leipzig, Germany.

https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/03/31/yoko-ono-acclaimed-tate-modern-retrospective-will-travel-to-mca-chicago

Art
March 31, 2025

Czech Government Targets Noise Loophole in Music Venues

The Czech government is introducing a new decree that would directly address music as a form of noise, closing a loophole that has allowed some venues to bypass noise restrictions since 2015. The draft requires event organizers to notify authorities in advance for events with over 300 attendees and introduces exceptions allowing music to continue beyond the standard 10 p.m. curfew in designated areas, potentially extending performances to 11 p.m.

https://www.expats.cz/czech-news/article/prague-may-extend-open-air-music-events-in-prague-to-beyond-10-p-m

Art
March 31, 2025

Romain Gilbert's Haunting 'Carmen' Revival in Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Arts Festival presented a visually stunning production of Bizet's opera "Carmen" to mark the 150th anniversary of its composer's death and the original staging in 1875. Director Romain Gilbert drew on Prosper Merimée's novella to highlight the violent side of the story, with Kevin Amiel delivering a searing performance as Don José. The production offered a refreshing contrast to modern adaptations and was a powerful reading in its own right.

https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3304523/visually-stunning-bizets-carmen-hong-kong-recreates-original-1875-staging?module=top_story&pgtype=section

Art
March 31, 2025

Russia's Nikola-Lenivets Blazes with Folk Festival Frenzy

At the Nikola-Lenivets art park in Russia, thousands gathered to celebrate the end of winter with a unique spectacle. The event featured a massive wooden fortress being set ablaze, accompanied by traditional folk costumes and music. This annual festival is part of the park's efforts to showcase Russian cultural heritage and provide an immersive experience for visitors.

https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2025/03/31/in-photos-muslims-celebrate-eid-al-fitr-in-russia-a88541

Art
March 31, 2025

Create Ghibli-Style Images with ChatGPT & Grok

The article discusses how to create free Ghibli-style images using ChatGPT and Grok, a step-by-step guide provided for users to turn their Eid wishes into visually appealing images inspired by Studio Ghibli's style. The process involves inputting the desired text or phrase into ChatGPT, then using Grok to generate an image based on the output. This technique allows users to create unique and personalized designs without requiring extensive artistic skills.

https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/how-to-turn-your-eid-ul-fitr-wishes-into-ghibli-style-ai-art-using-chatgpt-and-grok-heres-a-step-by-step-guide-11743387265798.html

Art
March 30, 2025

Arndt's Career Spanned Stage to Hollywood Screens

Arndt was a performer known for his wit, charm, and passion for his art. Born in 1939, he began his acting career on stage at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival before transitioning to Hollywood. He appeared in popular TV series like The Wonder Years, Murder, She Wrote, and L.A. Law, and had a memorable role as Lt. Phil Walker in Basic Instinct (1992).

https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1296697-basic-instinct-swat-star-denis-arndt-dies-at-86

Art
March 30, 2025

Cardi B Mocks Daughter's Art on $60k Hermès Bag

Cardi B recently shared a humorous Instagram Story about her 6-year-old daughter Kulture's creative touch on a $60,000 Hermès Kelly bag. The rapper showcased the designer purse with a black marker-drawn heart added by Kulture, poking fun at the expensive price tag and her daughter's artistic skills.

https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1296707-cardi-b-threatens-offset-she-will-reveal-everything-if-rapper-didnt-stop

Art
March 30, 2025

Fitzwilliam Museum Reinstates Fowl Market Painting

A Flemish artist's painting, "The Fowl Market", was removed from a Cambridge college dining hall in 2019 due to complaints from vegans who found the depiction of dead animals off-putting. The painting, which features a striking collection of animals including a boar and deer, had been on long-term loan from the Fitzwilliam Museum. After being returned for conservation treatment, it is now featured in an exhibition about the art of food at the museum.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14551343/museum-recovery-rooms-guests-triggered-black-history.html