During an interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live on Tuesday (April 15), Luke Bryan shared that he unexpectedly found himself intrigued by the livestream featuring fellow American Idol judge Katy Perry’s all-female space flight on Monday (April 14). The country star’s interest was piqued while scrolling through Instagram on his morning farm walk, leading him to…… MORE
Nas’ Mass Appeal Records has unveiled seven forthcoming records as part of their “Legend Has It…” series, featuring new records on the way from New York hip-hop pioneers like Nas & DJ Premier, De La Soul, and Mobb Deep. The venerable rap label is also releasing highly anticipated projects from Ghostface Killah – who will…… MORE
Ed Sheeran, ROSÉ of BLACKPINK, Snoop Dogg, and Hozier have been recognized as some of the Most Influential People of 2025 by TIME100. Those music icons are honored alongside singers Myles Smith and Nicole Scherzinger, actors Adam Scott, Rashida Jones, Kristen Bell, Demi Moore, Adrien Brody, and Blake Lively, and athletes including Serena Williams and…… MORE
Selena Gomez will be honored with the 2025 Woman of the Year award at the third annual Billboard Latin Women in Music event on April 24. The accolade “is presented to a female artist who has demonstrated exceptional success, leadership and cultural influence in the music industry and beyond,” with Gomez set to join previous…… MORE
Young Thug took to social media on Wednesday (April 16) to announce that his forthcoming album, Uy Scuti, is on the way, though he did not disclose a specific release date for the project. “It’s time. Red Planet” Thugger teased in the post, which linked to his official webstore where fans can pre-order a variety…… MORE
On Wednesday (April 16), Lorde took to social media to announce that her highly-anticipated new single, “What Was That,” is set to be released “soon.” In addition to the name of the track – which she recently previewed with a TikTok teaser video – the New Zealand pop superstar also shared the cover art for…… MORE
Rapper BigXthaPlug’s new collaboration with country singer Bailey Zimmerman, “All the Way,” debuts at No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart this week. The track was released on BigXthaPlug/UnitedMasters, with additional radio promotion provided by Atlantic Records. “All the Way” also claims the top spot on the all-genre Streaming Songs and Digital Song Sales…… MORE
After Katy Perry briefly traveled to space on Monday (April 14) as part of Blue Origin’s all-female mission, the fast food chain Wendy’s took to X to share a humorous post which suggested, “Can we send her back.” The joke prompted Perry’s pop rival Kesha to share a photo of herself smiling mischievously while drinking…… MORE
On Monday (April 14), Lil Nas X shared an Instagram video from a hospital bed revealing he’s experiencing a mysterious case of partial facial paralysis. The Grammy-winning musician did not disclose the cause of his ailment, but he maintained a positive attitude despite the scary ordeal. “I can’t even laugh right, bro,” Nas said while…… MORE
On Tuesday (April 15), Ice Cube announced the dates and details of his Truth to Power: 4 Decades of Attitude North American Tour, marking his first headlining domestic trek in over a decade. Cube’s 22-date jaunt – which will showcase the Compton rapper’s legendary career from his time in N.W.A. to his solo work –…… MORE
Tomorrow X Together have announced that they are bringing their highly-anticipated Act: Tomorrow 2025 World Tour to the U.S. The K-pop boy band will make stops in seven major cities, including the U.S. tour kickoff on September 9 in San Jose, followed by a high-profile stadium stop in Los Angeles, before hitting arenas in Dallas,…
Kanye West faces new accusations of sexual battery and sex trafficking from his former assistant, Lauren Pisciotta, who initially sued him in 2024 for wrongful termination and sexual harassment. The amended complaint alleges that West coerced Pisciotta into sexual encounters, made lewd comments, and subjected her to harassment and assault. Pisciotta began working for the…
Temple University has unveiled a groundbreaking new course, “Kendrick Lamar and the Morale of M.A.A.D City,” to be taught by Professor Timothy Welbeck in Fall 2025. The class will focus on the cultural impact of the Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper, with students giving close listens to Lamar’s Grammy-winning albums, while also receiving guest lectures from his…
Jennifer Hudson is set to headline the Whitney E. Houston Legacy of Love Gala at the St. Regis Hotel in Atlanta on August 9, on what would have been the late singer’s 62nd birthday. The event will celebrate the 40th anniversary of Houston’s groundbreaking career, with music industry legend Clive Davis serving as honorary chair.…