In a new conversation in Interview, SZA and Chappell Roan engaged in a candid conversation where they discussed the challenges of fame and the emotional toll of public perception. SZA asked Chappell if she cares at all about the backlash and criticism she receives. “I didn’t, until people started hating me for me and not…… MORE
On Monday (June 16), Beyoncé took to Instagram to personally express her gratitude to Paul McCartney for his legendary songwriting, particularly praising the Beatles’ classic, “Blackbird,” that she covered on her Grammy-winning Cowboy Carter album and subsequent tour. “Thank you, Sir Paul McCartney, for writing one of the best songs ever made,” she wrote. “Every…… MORE
R. Kelly was rushed to the hospital over the weekend, claiming that he suffered an overdose caused by prison officials giving him a near-lethal dose of medication while in solitary confinement. “Bureau of Prisons officials administered an amount of medication that significantly exceeded a safe dose and caused Mr. Kelly to overdose, putting his life…… MORE
On Monday (June 16), G-Dragon announced North American and European dates on his ‘Übermensch’ World Tour. This ongoing series of live shows marks the K-pop superstar’s highly anticipated return to the stage after an eight-year hiatus, and will hit major markets including Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Newark, and Paris this fall. The announcement comes after…… MORE
On Saturday (June 14), Remi Wolf creatively turned the cancellation of Bonnaroo into an unforgettable music experience at the Brooklyn Bowl in Nashville, hosting a star-studded Superjam featuring surprise guests like Hayley Williams and Mt. Joy. Wolf and her guest artists performed a variety of covers of classic hits and special collaborations, while also paying…… MORE
On Saturday (June 14), Katy Perry surprised attendees at a Melbourne nightclub by crashing the ‘Club Katy’ night while on her Australian tour. The event was part of the club’s LGBTQIA+ ‘Poof Doof’ night, which also included a celebration of the music of the pop icon. “You guys raised me,” Perry told the crowd at…… MORE
Sabrina Carpenter’s “Manchild” premieres at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking the Grammy-winning pop star’s second chart-topper and her fourth Top 10 hit of her career, while becoming her first single to debut atop the chart. Carpenter’s “Please Please Please” spent one week at No. 1 in June 2024, after debuting at No.…… MORE
On Thursday (September 11), Gorillaz announced the details of their ninth studio album, The Mountain, which is set for release on March 20, 2026, via their new label KONG. The 15-track record features collaborations with Black Thought, Yasiin Bey, Johnny Marr, The Clash’s Paul Simonon, and the late actor Dennis Hopper, along with a guest…
Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, drummer and co-founder of The Roots and acclaimed filmmaker, will receive the 2025 Peabody Trailblazer Award at a ceremony at The Sun Rose Hotel in Los Angeles on October 10. Presented by previous winner Quinta Brunson, the honor recognizes Thompson’s innovative storytelling across music, film, and cultural commentary, including his Oscar and…
Doja Cat continues her ‘80s-themed rollout for her upcoming album, Vie, by adopting the persona of cult icon Max Headroom in an Instagram video announcing the iTunes exclusive deluxe edition which is available for pre-order. Embracing the retro aesthetic, including neon backgrounds and glitch effects, the promo teases snippets of new songs, exclusive content, and…
On Thursday (September 11), a Los Angeles judge ruled that four housekeepers suing Smokey Robinson for sexual assault can proceed anonymously in their $50 million lawsuit, setting a trial date for October 2027. The 85-year-old Motown legend had sought to reveal their identities, arguing that they waived their anonymity by attending a press conference wearing…