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Pt. Jitendra Abhisheki Sangeet Mohotsav 2025: A Musical Tribute and Felicitation of Dr. Praveen Gaonkar

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Goa is preparing for a magnificent two-day musical journey as the Pt. Jitendra Abhisheki Sangeet Mohotsav returns on 13th & 14th September at Kala Academy, Panaji, from 9 am to 9 pm.

This prestigious festival, dedicated to the memory of legendary vocalist and composer Pt. Jitendra Abhisheki, continues to celebrate the timeless beauty of Indian classical music.

This year’s edition brings together some of the greatest maestros, including Pt. Vinayak Torvi, Pt. Ronu Mujumdar, Pt. Atul Kumar Upadhye, and many others, who will enthrall audiences with their soulful performances.

Adding to the significance of the event, the Mohotsav will also honor Dr. Praveen Gaonkar, a celebrated Goan classical singer, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Indian classical music. His felicitation marks a proud moment for Goa’s cultural landscape, highlighting the state’s deep-rooted musical tradition.

The festival promises an enriching experience for connoisseurs and newcomers alike, offering twelve hours of music across two days in the serene setting of Kala Academy.

📅 Event Details:

  • Dates: 13th & 14th September 2025
  • Venue: Kala Academy, Panaji, Goa
  • Time: 9 am to 9 pm

✨ Join this grand celebration of classical music, honor the legacy of Pt. Jitendra Abhisheki, and witness the felicitation of Dr. Praveen Gaonkar—a proud moment for Goa’s cultural fraternity.

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Stray Kids Break Billboard 200 Record With Seventh No. 1 Album “Karma”

Tanisha Cardozo

Stray Kids have reached a new pinnacle in their career with the release of Karma, their seventh consecutive No. 1 album on the Billboard 200. This record-breaking feat gives them the distinction of having the most No. 1 albums by any group on the Billboard 200 since the year 2000, surpassing major acts like BTS, Linkin Park, and Dave Matthews Band.

Karma debuted with 313,000 equivalent album units in the U.S. for the week ending August 28, according to Luminate, making it the third-largest week of 2025 in terms of overall album units and the second-largest week in pure sales. The 11-track album features the lead single “Ceremony” and was entirely produced by the group’s in-house trio 3RACHA—Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han—reinforcing the group’s unique identity as both performers and producers.

Stray Kids’ historic streak began in 2022 with Oddinary, and each of their seven albums since then has debuted at No. 1. In 2024, Hop set a Billboard first by making Stray Kids the only act in history to have their first six albums debut at No. 1 on the chart. With Karma, they’ve pushed that legacy even further.

The momentum shows no signs of slowing down. A broader CD rollout is set for September 5, likely to drive even more sales. Meanwhile, the album’s lead single “Golden” is spending its third consecutive week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, further solidifying the group’s presence on both the albums and singles charts.

In other chart highlights this week, Laufey scored her first top 10 debut with A Matter of Time, entering at No. 4 with 99,000 equivalent album units, boosted by a wide array of vinyl and signed CD variants. Deftones returned with Private Music, debuting at No. 5 and earning the band their best sales week to date with 87,000 units. Tyler, The Creator’s Cherry Bomb re-entered the chart at No. 6 thanks to a deluxe reissue for its 10th anniversary, and BigXthaPlug achieved his highest placement yet with I Hope You’re Happy at No. 7.

But the week ultimately belongs to Stray Kids, whose chart-topping consistency, self-produced artistry, and fan-fueled momentum have made them not just K-pop giants—but global record-setters.

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Jack White Sells Part of His Music Catalog to Sony Entertainment

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Written by Intern Queeny George M.H , Team Allycaral

American rock icon Jack White has sold a portion of his music catalog to Sony Entertainment, according to sources confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter. The transaction, which quietly closed earlier this summer, marks a significant move in White’s career, as he joins a growing list of legendary artists leveraging the value of their musical legacies.

White, born John Anthony White, rose to international stardom as the frontman and guitarist of the influential rock duo The White Stripes. Known for hits like “Seven Nation Army,” White later expanded his career through a successful solo path and with bands such as The Raconteurs and The Dead Weather.

Although exact figures and percentages remain undisclosed, insiders familiar with the deal say that only a portion of White’s catalog has been sold. The deal reportedly includes recordings from across his career—ranging from early White Stripes material to his solo projects and collaborations.

Sony and White have a long-standing business relationship. In 2012, Sony’s flagship label Columbia Records signed White for a solo deal in partnership with his independent label, Third Man Records, following the breakup of The White Stripes in 2011.

With the continued trend of high-profile catalog acquisitions—from Bob Dylan to Bruce Springsteen—White’s decision underscores the growing interest among music companies to secure rights to iconic and profitable back catalogs. The partnership with Sony could open further opportunities for White’s music to reach new audiences through media licensing, sync deals, and streaming initiatives.

As legacy artists rethink the future of their creative output, deals like these reflect not only financial strategy but also legacy preservation.

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Universal Music India and Maddock Films Launch ‘Mad For Music’ Label

Tanisha Cardozo

Written by Intern Queeny George M.H , Team Allycaral

Universal Music India (UMI), a major force in India’s music landscape, has announced a significant partnership with Maddock Films for its newly launched music label, ‘Mad For Music’. Founded by acclaimed filmmaker Dinesh Vijan, the label marks a new chapter in the collaboration between film and music production in India.

Under this alliance, UMI will serve as Maddock’s global strategic partner for all film soundtracks and music-related ventures. This partnership not only strengthens UMI’s foothold in the Indian film music scene but also provides Maddock Films with international exposure through Universal Music Group’s global network.

With a long-standing legacy of working on some of Hindi cinema’s most iconic soundtracks—including Sholay, Deewar, Devdas, Bombay, and Shaan—UMI brings extensive experience and reach to the table. This collaboration is poised to shape the soundscape of future Indian cinema.

Dinesh Vijan, the visionary behind Maddock Films, expressed his excitement, stating, “We live and abide by the ‘Content-first’ approach. Our cinema is the cinema of real India – emanating from the smallest of towns and impacting audiences in the biggest of cities – in India and abroad. Music is – and has always been – one of the central pillars of my films. UMG is a perfect partner for our ambitions, as we step into the next growth phase of Maddock, developing some of the most sought after movie franchises and creating new genres.”

With ‘Mad For Music’, the stage is set for a fresh wave of original, impactful soundtracks that reflect contemporary India while tapping into global audiences. This partnership could well redefine the way film music is created, distributed, and consumed.

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Oscar and Grammy Winner Jon Batiste to Perform in India for the First Time in 2025

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Written by Intern Queeny George M.H , Team Allycaral

Globally acclaimed artist Jon Batiste is officially heading to India this year for two unforgettable live performances in Delhi-NCR on November 24 and Mumbai on November 26, marking his much-anticipated India debut. The multi-talented musician — a seven-time Grammy winner, Oscar-nominated composer, and cultural icon — is currently on his Big Money Tour: Jon Batiste Plays America, celebrating the release of his ninth studio album Big Money, which dropped on August 22, 2025.

The India leg of his tour comes after a series of high-profile achievements that have defined Batiste’s meteoric rise over the past few years. His 2021 album We Are broke records with 11 Grammy nominations across seven different categories — a historic feat. In 2023, his follow-up World Music Radio earned five Grammy nominations. That same year, he received an Oscar nomination for “It Never Went Away,” the emotionally stirring track from his Netflix documentary American Symphony.

More recently, Batiste’s Beethoven Blues stunned the classical world by topping Billboard’s Classical Albums Chart for nine weeks. He also made waves with a standout Super Bowl halftime performance, cementing his place as one of the most versatile and magnetic performers of this generation.

Now, Indian audiences will finally have the opportunity to witness Batiste’s genre-defying sound — an exhilarating fusion of jazz, classical, funk, gospel, and soul — in a live concert setting.

Ticket Information:

  • 🎟️ Pre-sale starts September 3 at 11 AM
  • 🌐 General sale begins September 5 at 11 AM
  • 🎫 Available exclusively on BookMyShow

The Delhi-NCR concert will be held at Plenary Hall, Bharat Mandapam, while the Mumbai venue will be announced soon.

With his explosive energy, masterful piano skills, and powerful message of unity and humanity through music, Jon Batiste’s India debut promises to be one of the most iconic music events of 2025.