In an Instagram video posted after her recent headlining performance at Australia’s Laneway Festival, Charli XCX hinted at a possible musical shift on her next project. The pop superstar teased that she might go in a different sonic direction on her follow-up to Brat. “I really had fun doing it and it got me thinking,”…… MORE
On Tuesday (February 18), Lady Gaga took to Instagram to unveil the complete 14-song tracklist for her upcoming album, Mayhem, which is set to be released on March 7. The record includes previously released hit singles “Die With a Smile,” “Abracadabra,” and “Disease,” and a new collaboration with French producer Gesaffelstein on “Killah.” Fans were…… MORE
Chappell Roan has finally unveiled her long-awaited country track, “The Giver.” The pop superstar initially performed the tune on Saturday Night Live on November 2, 2024, and Roan officially announced on Instagram on Tuesday (February 18) that “The Giver” is now available for pre-order on a special aquamarine vinyl 7-inch the singer has dubbed, “The…… MORE
A$AP Rocky was acquitted of all firearm assault charges by a Los Angeles jury on Tuesday (February 18). Immediately after the verdict was read, the Grammy-nominated rapper jumped over the gallery wall and hugged his longtime partner and mother to his two children, Rihanna, while many people in the courtroom applauded the acquittal. The rapper…… MORE
Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” reclaims No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart this week, propelled by his celebrated performance of the song during the Super Bowl halftime show on February 9. Lamar’s venomous Drake diss track – fresh off winning five Grammys, including Song and Record of the Year – jumps 14 places…… MORE
Beloved Mexican singer and actress Paquita la del Barrio died at the age of 77. Paquita, known affectionately as the “Warrior of Bolero,” was renowned for her powerful feminist anthems that confronted misogyny and machismo. News of her death was officially confirmed by her team on Instagram on Monday (February 17). “With profound pain and…… MORE
Camila Cabello took to Instagram on Monday (February 17) to share a video announcement for her upcoming Yours, C 2025 UK and European summer tour. The 11-date jaunt is in support of the former Fifth Harmony singer’s 2024 album C, XOXO. The tour kicks off in Marbella, Spain on June 21, and finishes up on…… MORE
The Roots Picnic 2025 is set to take place at the Mann in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia on May 31 and June 1. The two-day festival will feature a star-studded lineup highlighted by performances by D’Angelo, Lenny Kravitz, Meek Mill, GloRilla, and host The Roots celebrating the 30th anniversary of Do You Want More?!!!??! in…… MORE
On late Sunday night (February 16), Sabrina Carpenter wowed guests at SNL’s 50th Anniversary Afterparty at The Plaza Hotel in New York City. The Grammy-winning singer delivered impressive performances of “Miss You” by the Rolling Stones and “Like A Virgin” by Madonna, before she was joined on stage by actresses Jenna Ortega, Emma Stone, and…… MORE
Sabrina Carpenter and Dolly Parton have teamed up for a country rendition of the pop superstar’s Billboard Hot 100 chart-topping hit, “Please Please Please.” The updated version was released as part of the deluxe edition of Carpenter’s Grammy-winning album, Short n’ Sweet, which was released on Valentine’s Day (February 14). The duo also filmed a…… MORE
British rock band Queen, jazz legend Herbie Hancock, and soprano/conductor Barbara Hannigan have been named as the recipients of the 2025 Polar Music Prize, which will be presented at the Grand Hôtel in Stockholm on May 27. The three surviving members of Queen – Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon – said in a…
John Legend is embarking on a world tour to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his debut album, Get Lifted. The tour will visit over 40 cities across the U.K., Europe, and North America, including stops at high-profile venues such as The O2 in London, Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, and Barclays Center in New York.…
J. Cole has announced the lineup for the 2025 Dreamville Festival, which will take place on April 5 and 6 at Raleigh’s Dorothea Dix Park. Joining him at the North Carolina fest are fellow headliners Lil Wayne, Erykah Badu, and Tems, as well as additional performers including 21 Savage, GloRilla, J.i.D, Ludacris, Partynextdoor, and Chief…
Ed Sheeran surprised a St. Patrick’s Day crowd at a Boston Irish pub with an impromptu acoustic performance alongside the Irish folk band Beoga. Sheeran shared clips of his celebratory set on Instagram, which featured the pop superstar playing hits like “Galway Girl,” “Shape of You,” and “Nancy Mulligan,” while endearing himself further with the…