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The Beatles Announce Massive New Liverpool Experience — Apple Corps plans a 100,000-square-foot immersive Beatles attraction in Liverpool for 2028, alongside a Yellow Submarine-themed viewing tower at St Johns Beacon.The Rolling Stones Surprise Fans With “Who You Callin’ Crazy” — The Stones released a new single featuring saxophonist Courtney Pine, previewing the deluxe edition of Foreign Tongues, titled Foreign Tongues, Loose Lips.Doves’ Jez Williams Announces Debut Solo Album — Guitarist Jez Williams announced Life of Me and You, sharing the single “Hollow Man” and scheduling his first solo live shows opening for Elbow.Olivia Dean Leads Mercury Prize Betting — Olivia Dean’s The Art of Loving has...

U2 to Headline NFL Thanksgiving Eve Halftime Show on NetflixJay-Z Reportedly Picks Himself to Headline 2027 Super Bowl Halftime ShowMötley Crüe Announces 2027 Las Vegas Residency, Carnival of SinsShe Wants Revenge Announces First New Album in 15 Years, The LovedPapa Roach Announces 2027 U.S. Tour With Ice Nine KillsBon Jovi to Headline BST Hyde Park 2027Olivia Rodrigo Video Team Debunks AI Rumors With Behind-the-Scenes FootageMUNA Confirms Band Is Safe After Tour Bus Catches Fire in California

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Iron Maiden announce surprise 2027 North American tour, adding a final run of “Run for Your Lives” dates to their 50th anniversary celebration.Taylor Swift expands voice trademark filings internationally to combat AI deepfakes, including the phrase “Hey, it’s Taylor Swift.”Blondie announce High Noon, their first new album in nine years and the final recordings featuring late drummer Clem Burke. The album arrives in early 2027.Backstreet Boys set a new Rogers Centre attendance record in Toronto, expanding their residency to 12 stadium shows.Zebra announce Zebra V, their first album in 23 years, arriving November 13. The single “Walk With You” was co-written wit...

U2 announced their 2027 “The Greatest Show on Earth” stadium tour, beginning February 23 in Mexico City, ahead of their new album Carnaval De Luz, arriving November 13.

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Iron Maiden announced 16 North American dates for the final leg of their 50th-anniversary “Run for Your Lives” tour, running April 14 through May 16, 2027.

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Doja Cat and Meta will release Tour Ma Vie, a 12-minute documentary filmed entirely with Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses during her European tour, on October 23.

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A new documentary, Spectacle: Michael Jackson at the Super Bowl, will explore his groundbreaking 1993 halftime performance when it premieres on Hulu and ESPN in February 2027.

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Mattel unveiled a $60 Céline Dion Barbie recreating her 1998 Oscars look, including the blue gown and Titanic-inspired Heart of the Ocean necklace.

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Zach Bryan announced a 23-show stadium tour across North America and Australia for 2027, with guests including John Fogerty, Ryan Bingham and Vance Joy.

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Tom Morello Finally Holds Randy Rhoads’ Forbidden Guitar: Morello finally held Rhoads’ iconic guitar, which his family kept out of sight for decades. Rhoads’ mother requested it never be played again. Morello described the experience as deeply emotional.

Fontaines D.C. team up with Rosalía on “Where Is Gone?,” their first-ever guest collaboration, ahead of the album Dopamine Chamber. A limited-edition 7-inch is also planned. ConsequenceGrimes announces Psyopera, a concept album about an AI apocalypse, and releases its first single, “Accelerando.” No album release date has been announced. ConsequenceZach Bryan reveals the tracklist for his new EP, Young Manhood and Other Donatable Organs, featuring Lana Del Rey and Turnpike Troubadours. It arrives Friday. ConsequenceAnthrax bassist Frank Bello says the band would welcome more Big Four shows with Metallica, Megadeth and Slayer, crediting James Hetfield for organizing the previous...

Taylor Swift Sweeps Billboard Hot 100 — Taylor Swift’s “Patient Zero,” “Cleveland!,” “Babylon” and “Pink Clouding” dominate the Hot 100, with three songs debuting in the top five. Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” falls to No. 2.The Raconteurs Reunite — Jack White reunited the Raconteurs during his Nashville show for their first performance together since December 2019.Aerosmith Announces Hollywood Bowl Comeback — Two years after announcing their touring retirement, Aerosmith will return for two Hollywood Bowl shows featuring all-star guest musicians.Judas Priest Bassist Ian Hill Retires — After 57 years, Ian Hill is retiring due to arthritis. Uriah Heep bassist Dave Rimmer will replace him, ending the tenure of Judas Priest’...

Eileen and Amos both had the privilege to see Bruno Mars' "The Romantic Tour" at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. They share their experience and rate it against Taylor Swift's "Eras" tour.

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Taylor Swift will perform at the October 17 Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles, honoring Charlize Theron, Colman Domingo and John Carpenter.

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Grand Theft Auto VI will feature a heavy metal radio station hosted by Slayer’s Tom Araya and Kerry King, alongside additional stations spanning pop, Latin, African and country music.

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Clive Davis’s pre-Grammy gala returns February 6, 2027, at the Beverly Hilton, honoring the late music executive’s life and legacy.

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Aerosmith will reunite for two special Hollywood Bowl concerts on October 29 and November 1, featuring Run-DMC, Heart, Billy Idol, Slash and other guests.

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Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve will stream live on Disney+ alongside ABC for the first time, with Druski joining the 2027 broadcast as Chicago co-host.

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Drake reportedly declined to submit his three 2026 albums for 2027 Grammy consideration, following a separate withdrawal by BTS over objections to the new Asian pop category.

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Stray Kids join BTS in skipping 2027 Grammy submissions over the new separate Asian Pop category. Drake has also reportedly declined to submit.

Miley Cyrus’ Bass Persuades suffered the biggest week-two Billboard 200 drop ever for a No. 1 debut, plunging 156 spots after a variant-heavy opening week.

Staind expands its Break the Cycle 25th anniversary tour into 2027 with Seether, Hoobastank and Hinder.

Josh Homme has assembled a one-night Los Angeles benefit featuring Dave Grohl, Beck, Jack Black, Weird Al Yankovic and St. Vincent.

Mudvayne’s Chad Gray canceled two California solo...

Brian May says Queen is done touring for good, choosing family and astrophysics over the road. Read more

Dua Lipa surprised Shakira's Madrid residency with a duet of "Antología." Read more

A U.S. appeals court ruled that AI training on copyrighted material isn't automatically fair use, in a case involving Ross Intelligence and Thomson Reuters. Read more

The CMA announced a two-hour Dolly Parton tribute, "I Will Always Love You," airing October 21 on ABC and Disney+, featuring Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley, Zac Brown, Lainey Wilson, Vince G...

Metallica launches its “Life Burns Faster” Sphere residency with setlists built around Master of Puppets and The Black Album, plus immersive visuals.

Slash announces Flying Blind, his fifth solo album, due Feb. 26, 2027, with a world tour planned.

Turnstile makes its Saturday Night Live debut, performing “Birds” and “I Care / Dull.”

Prosecutors seek nearly four years for Mike Smith, who pleaded guilty to an AI-assisted music streaming fraud scheme involving fake songs, bots and roughly $8 million.

Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello headline Maryland’s Power to the People Festival, capp...

The Recording Academy confirmed Best Asian Pop Music Performance will debut at the 2027 Grammys despite controversy. BTS declined to submit Arirang, saying music shouldn't be divided by region or language. Rolling Stone

Dolly Parton will receive the 2027 Artist Humanitarian Award posthumously at Country Radio Seminar, honoring decades of philanthropy through the Imagination Library and other causes. Billboard

Lady Gaga apologized after criticism that Haus Labs’ new bronzer lacked shades for darker skin. The brand paused the launch and expanded the range from six to 11 shades following feedback from beauty creator Golloria. Billboard

BTS topped Billboard’s August touring chart with $171.7 million from 12 shows and 801,000 tickets sold, while The Weeknd placed second with $146.7 million and set a monthly attendance record with 995,000 tickets.

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BTS’s RM introduced his personal art collection in “RM x SFMOMA: Between You and Me,” an exhibition he co-curated at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art running Oct. 3 through Feb. 7.

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RAYE, sombr, Troye Sivan, Conan Gray, PinkPantheress, Megan Moroney and Alex Warren were named to TIME’s 2026 TIME100 Next list, with RAYE appearing on one of thr...

Roger Waters announces “LEGACY - A Pink Floyd Show,” a 58-date North American tour for 2027, with Clifton David Broadbridge chosen from 3,000 submissions. Tickets go on sale Oct. 2. 977 Rocks

AC/DC’s rescheduled MetLife Stadium show is Oct. 2, with Foo Fighters replacing The Pretty Reckless as opener. 977 Rocks

Former Incubus bassist Ben Kennedy has been diagnosed with a brain tumor, with complications affecting his hearing. A Journal of Musical Things

Knocked Loose donated $8,000 to help a woman paralyzed after falling from a tree at one of their festival shows. A Journal of Mus...

Slipknot announces massive 2027 "(sic)est Stadium Tour," beginning at Wembley Stadium July 3 and hitting North America and South America. Bring Me the Horizon supports the North American dates, with Lamb of God, Motionless in White and Lorna Shore on select shows.

Rod Stewart says his 2027 tour will be his final tour at age 81, beginning in March and ending with two Red Rocks shows over Labor Day weekend.

AI-generated country "artist" River Cain is using staged controversies and fabricated incidents to attract views and streams, raising concerns about undisclosed AI performers competing with real...

MTV VMAs: Taylor Swift won Video of the Year for “The Fate of Ophelia” and became the most awarded artist in VMA history. Madonna won Artist of the Year; BTS won Song of the Year; LISA won Best Pop; Sienna Spiro won Best New Artist. Snoop Dogg hosted.

Taylor Swift surprise-released “Patient Zero,” an expanded-edition track from The Life of a Showgirl.

New Found Glory will honor Chad Gilbert with two EPCOT shows, performing dates he had been scheduled to play before his death.

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Ed Sheeran canceled his September 25 and 26 concerts at Gillette Stadium in Massachusetts because of severe weather warnings, with refunds available to ticket holders.

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Olivia Rodrigo, Sombr and Katseye lead iHeartRadio’s 2026 Jingle Ball lineup, with nine cities scheduled from December 1–17 and highlights airing on ABC.

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U2 will release Carnaval de Luz, their first album of new material in nine years, on November 13, featuring Rosalía and what is described as Dolly Parton’s final recorded vocal performance.

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Taylor Swift previewed her “Patient Zero” music video, co-starring Dakota Johnson and Colin Farrell, ahead of its September 27 VMA premiere and the song’s September 25 release.

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Raye, Sombr and Teddy Swims will perform a George Michael tribute at the MTV Video Music Awards on September 27, ahead of a new Faith Tour live album and concert film.

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Tame Impala and Genesis Owusu lead the 2026 ARIA Awards nominations with eight each, followed by Ecca Vandal with seven. The awards celebrate their 40th anniversary November 18 in Sydney.

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Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” sets a Billboard Hot 100 record with 23 weeks at No. 1, surpassing Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” Billboard

California designates September 25 as Dolly Parton Day, honoring her music and Imagination Library literacy work. Nashville and other cities are also celebrating. 97.7 Rocks

Apple opens the 600-capacity Apple Music Hall at London’s Battersea Power Station, with spatial sound, recording studios and multicamera video production. Apple

Bret Michaels announces comeback shows following kidney stone surgery and a recovery break. His return begins October 16 in Portage, Indiana...

Tributes continue for New Found Glory guitarist Chad Gilbert, who died Sunday at 45, with musicians across the rock scene remembering his kindness, generosity and influence.

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Slipknot launched a mysterious website teasing September 28, while posters appearing around the world have fueled speculation about a tour or new music.

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Taylor Swift will receive the inaugural Artist Director Honors at the MTV VMAs, moving her past Beyoncé to become the most-awarded artist in VMA history with 31 awards.

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Chad Gilbert, New Found Glory’s founding guitarist, died September 20 at 45. The band and his wife, Lisa Cimorelli, said he died peacefully, surrounded by family and friends.

Ed Sheeran apologized for mistakes and addressed Gaza at his first concert since Macklemore’s removal from the Loop Tour, amid support-act withdrawals and protests outside Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field.

Jhené Aiko earned her first Billboard 200 No. 1 with Westside Whimsy, debuting with 74,000 equivalent album units. It’s the first R&B album by a woman to top the chart in 2026.

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Macklemore pledged $1 million in net tour earnings to Palestinian aid groups. Robert Kraft said Ed Sheeran asked him to match a separate $2 million donation, without explicitly confirming he agreed.

Duncan Sheik, known for “Barely Breathing” and Spring Awakening, died at 56. His mother said the cause was organ failure.

Jennifer Lopez’s The JLO Show: Live in Las Vegas premieres November 26 on CBS. Paramount+ will offer an extended version; live streaming requires Premium.

BTS bring their Buenos Aires and São Paulo concerts to cinemas October 24 and 30 in the Americas, and October...

Taylor Swift brings all 58 official music videos to Spotify Premium in supported markets, spanning “Tim McGraw” to “Opalite.”

Coach and Spotify’s Tabby Tour launched September 16, bringing performances and artist conversations to campuses across the U.S., U.K., Japan and South Korea. The lineup includes Tinashe, Rachel Chinouriri, Nxdia, Fousheé, Alessi Rose and Estevie.

Ozzy & Black Sabbath: Back to the Beginning opens in cinemas October 28, with tickets on sale September 24. The film captures Ozzy’s July 2025 farewell and the original Sabbath lineup’s reunion.

Metallica adds 12 North American stadium shows for May–J...

New Order keyboardist Gillian Gilbert has revealed that she is undergoing cancer treatment, clearing up confusion caused by comments from her husband and bandmate Stephen Morris

A Los Angeles County judge overseeing Julia Misley's sexual assault lawsuit against Steven Tyler recused herself Tuesday, just two weeks before trial, after disclosing a conflict of interest tied to consultations with another judge previously removed from the case.

The Kennedy Center board voted to immediately close the facility for renovations, citing safety concerns, shortly after a federal judge ruled that the board cannot add Donald Trump’s...

Wynton Marsalis premiered his Fifth Symphony, “Liberty,” at Wolf Trap. Written for America’s 250th anniversary, it combines jazz ensemble and traditional orchestra.

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Robert Kraft barred Macklemore from Ed Sheeran’s Gillette Stadium shows over alleged antisemitic rhetoric and a “Free Palestine” statement. Macklemore says Kraft pressured venues; Kraft denies it.

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Nile Rodgers launches “Before the Moment,” a podcast exploring pivotal moments in artists’ careers. First guests include Sienna Spiro, John Legend, Alex Warren, Miguel and...

Nashville airport to be renamed in honor of Dolly Parton after a unanimous board vote, with support from Tennessee’s governor and Nashville’s mayor.

Overwatch plans to expand its music collaborations beyond East Asian artists, exploring partnerships with artists from the U.S., U.K. and other regions.

Céline Dion makes her first concert appearance in six years at Paris’ La Défense Arena, marking her return after her 2022 stiff-person syndrome diagnosis.

Judeline tops Spotify and Billboard global charts following her collaboration with Karol G.

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Ella Langley leads the 2026 CMA Awards nominations with nine nods, including entertainer and album of the year. Miranda Lambert follows with seven, while Kacey Musgraves and Ben West earned five each. Lainey Wilson hosts the Nov. 18 ceremony.

Rick Springfield says he was told a mortar he fired while touring Vietnam as a teenager killed a Viet Cong fighter. He told Joe Rogan the account has weighed on him for decades, though the reported death has not been independently verified.

Alison Krauss & Union Station canceled the rest of their 2026 tour after doctors advised Krauss...

Harry Styles says his Together, Together Tour will continue into 2027, with additional dates and cities still to be announced.

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BLACKPINK’s Rosé will release “New Trick” on September 17, accompanied by a Dave Meyers-directed music video filmed entirely on Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro.

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Alanis Morissette has recorded her first holiday album, mixing traditional favorites with original songs and featuring a guest appearance by Martin Short.

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Wicked and Wicked: For Good are becoming live-to-film orchestral concerts, with Wicked: Part One in Concer...

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Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel and Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum open in Nashville Sept. 29. The 245-room hotel includes two venues and a café; the museum features artifacts and interactive exhibits celebrating Parton’s life and career. Spin

SwayvoTwain, Bentley Green and G Perico join Universal’s Snoop Dogg biopic, playing Biggie, RBX and Big Reecie Cup. Directed by Craig Brewer, it opens Aug. 6, 2027. Variety

As I Lay Dying previewed “Polarized” and “Retribution” and is letting fans help finalize the trackl...

CD sales surged 45.7% in the first half of 2026 to 17.5 million units, driven by K-pop editions and younger collectors. Streaming revenue also grew to $4.9 billion.

Country music is embracing more open sexuality, with Kacey Musgraves, Miranda Lambert and Riley Green among artists leading the trend.

Rosanne Cash postponed three Wyoming and Montana shows due to an “unforeseen medical emergency.” She is recovering under doctors’ supervision and expects to return September 19.

Dan Deacon released his soundtrack for HBO Max’s The Dark Wizard, a documentary series about free climber Dean Potter.

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Suno pulled an ad featuring Mary J. Blige after backlash over the impression that she endorsed its generative-AI platform. Sources close to Blige say she participated only in a product demonstration and never agreed to become a Suno spokesperson.

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The Soul Train Awards return Nov. 27 after a three-year hiatus, airing on BET and, for the first time, CBS. The ceremony will be taped in Chicago, where Don Cornelius launched the original Soul Train.

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Cassandra Wilson, the Grammy-winning jazz singer, songwriter and producer known for her soulful contralto and genre-blending style, has died at age 70.

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Stevie Nicks and Olivia Rodrigo will both appear on the Practical Magic 2 soundtrack, with Fleetwood Mac’s “Landslide” and Rodrigo’s “The Cure.”

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Ariana Grande’s 41-date Eternal Sunshine Tour grossed $107.9 million and sold 638,000 tickets, setting new career highs for average gross and attendance per show.

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Sean Ono Lennon and longtime partner Charlotte Kemp Muhl have welcomed their first child, a son named Au...

Tupac Shakur’s family expressed relief following Duane “Keffe D” Davis’ conviction for Shakur’s 1996 murder, the first conviction in the nearly 30-year-old case. The family says Shakur’s legacy extends beyond the trial.

The Warning will headline the NFL halftime show in Mexico City on Nov. 22, performing at Estadio Banorte before Vikings-49ers.

Eladio Carrión’s “Polaroid” reaches No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart after 18 weeks, his second chart-topper.

A judge dismissed much of a copyright lawsuit against Bad Bunny and other artists, ruling Steely & Clevie failed to establish copyrigh...

Lionel Richie was hospitalized after his Aug. 29 St. Louis concert but is reportedly okay. He recently ended a Minnesota show early after becoming dizzy. He plans to resume touring with Earth, Wind & Fire in September and October. Rolling Stone

A Rolling Stone review finds Prince’s new posthumous album “Timeless,” a collection of outtakes spanning decades, flat and disjointed, with little of the creativity and spark of his classic work. Rolling Stone

Kelly Clarkson ended her talk show after seven seasons with an emotional finale featuring her children and a special Kellyoke performance. She thanked viewer...

ENHYPEN’s “THE SIN : BLISS” debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 98,000 equivalent album units, their first chart-topper. Dolly Parton’s “Ultimate Dolly Parton” reenters at No. 5 following her death. Billboard

The Warning’s “Kerosene” hits No. 1 on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart, making the Mexican all-women band the first Mexican act and first all-women act to top the chart in its 45-year history. Billboard

KATSEYE’s Sophia Laforteza will miss the European and UK dates of the Wildworld Tour to focus on her mental health and well-being. Billboard

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KATSEYE withdrew from Olivia Rodrigo’s Aug. 29 Daisy Chain Fields benefit festival after Megan Skiendiel sprained her ankle. Devon Again joins the Dandelion Stage at 1:05 p.m., while Santigold takes KATSEYE’s former 2:15 p.m. slot.

Snoop Dogg’s Dr. Bombay and Deel are hiring a worldwide remote ice cream taster for a three-month contract paying $10,000 per month. No culinary experience is required; applications remain open for three weeks.

Dolly Parton’s sister Stella said the singer offered to let doctors try experimental cancer drugs if her condition became hopeless, hoping the research might he...

British actor and singer Tim Curry has died at 80. The Rocky Horror Picture Show star also appeared in Clue, It, Annie and Home Alone 2, earned three Tony nominations and a Primetime Emmy nomination, and became a prolific voice actor.

Beyoncé is donating $1 million to groups providing food and housing supplies after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia’s Chocó region.

Post Malone has released a remastered edition of his 2016 debut mixtape August 26th on streaming services and vinyl for the first time, marking its 10th anniversary.

Kehlani canceled shows in Camden, New...