Music News Today — October 5, 2026
John de Mol’s Formats Giant Talpa Studios Heads to Mipcom With New Shows ‘Sing With Me,’ ‘The Golden Elevators’ (EXCLUSIVE) and more — today's music signal.
The world of music and entertainment is buzzing with exciting news today, from the latest developments in television and film to the reflections of a music legend. John de Mol's Talpa Studios is gearing up to showcase its new shows, including the music-based 'Sing With Me,' at the upcoming Mipcom event, highlighting the continued intersection of music and television. Meanwhile, La Oreja de Van Gogh's songs are set to be featured in a new romantic musical, demonstrating the power of music to drive storytelling in various forms of media. This blend of music and visual media is a common thread throughout today's headlines.
As we delve deeper into the day's news, we see that the influence of music and entertainment extends beyond the screen and stage, with Korean directors rallying behind the makers of 'The Assassin(s)' amidst a political firestorm, and Elvis Costello sharing insights into his early days and the creation of his iconic album 'My Aim Is True.' These stories, along with the box office success of 'Traces of Justice' in China and the analysis of David Zaslav's comments on 'Coyote vs. Acme,' all contribute to a rich and dynamic landscape of music, film, and television that continues to evolve and captivate audiences around the world. Whether you're a fan of music, movies, or television, there's something for everyone in today's exciting headlines.
Today's signal:
• John de Mol’s Formats Giant Talpa Studios Heads to Mipcom With New Shows ‘Sing With Me,’ ‘The Golden Elevators’ (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• La Oreja de Van Gogh Songs Set to Power an Ambitious Romantic Musical From Fernando González Molina (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• China Box Office: Crime Procedural ‘Traces of Justice’ Leads National Day Frame (variety.com)
• Korean Directors Rally Behind ‘The Assassin(s)’ as Political Firestorm Turns on Its Makers (variety.com)
• What David Zaslav Got Wrong About ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ (variety.com)
• Elvis Costello on His Early Days: The Birth of ‘My Aim Is True’ (rollingstone.com)