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Travis Scott Wants to Collaborate With Taylor Swift And Sabrina Carpenter In The Future

Travis Scott Wants to Collaborate With Taylor Swift And Sabrina Carpenter In The Future

In a new cover story feature in Billboard, Travis Scott expressed interest in potential future collaborations with pop superstars Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter, as well as Houston psych-rock trio Khruangbin. Scott has proven throughout his chart-topping career that he is open to collaborate with anyone, and he has a history of blending his own creative ideas with a wide array of diverse artistic partners. During the conversation, the Utopia rapper listed a surprising series of artists he wanted to partner with in the future. “It’s this band called Khruangbin I want to work with,” Scott said when asked about his wishlist of future collaborators. “This might be crazy, but I would love to get Taylor Swift or Sabrina Carpenter on a hook.” Scott was pressed about why he wanted to collaborate with these pop stars, which caused him to reveal, “I have some ill ideas.” (Billboard)

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Taylor Swift Gets Booed At Super Bowl, Causing Serena Williams And Flavor Flav To Come To Her Defense

Taylor Swift Gets Booed At Super Bowl, Causing Serena Williams And Flavor Flav To Come To Her Defense

Taylor Swift attended the 2025 Super Bowl in New Orleans to support her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. When Swift's image appeared on the jumbotron during the game, some fans in the crowd booed the pop superstar. Following the disapproval voiced by boisterous Philadelphia Eagles fans, Serena Williams and Flavor Flav came to Taylor’s defense. Williams – who made a surprise cameo during Kendrick Lamar’s halftime performance –  expressed support for Swift on X, posting “I love you @taylorswift13 dont listen to those booo!!” Flavor Flav joked about the notoriously bad behavior of Eagles fans while voicing his support for Swift on Bluesky. “Eagles fans will boo anyone,,, remember when they booed and attacked Santa Claus,???” Flav wrote. “The only person who might bring more spirit and joy to people than Taylor Swift,,, and of course your boy Flavor Flav. Just Shake It Off.” The last time Swift appeared at the Superdome, it was during her sold-out three-night stand during The Eras Tour in October. (Billboard)

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Ed Sheeran Responds Following Police Shutting Down His Surprise Street Concert In India

Ed Sheeran Responds Following Police Shutting Down His Surprise Street Concert In India

Ed Sheeran has publicly addressed Sunday’s (February 9) incident in India where police abruptly ended his planned street performance. The pop superstar reassured fans on Instagram that he received approval from the proper authorities for his makeshift street concert, writing “We had permission to busk btw, hence us playing in that exact spot, was planned out before, it wasn't just us randomly turning up. All good though. See ya at the show tonight x." Video of the incident shows police disconnecting the microphone during Sheeran’s performance of his hit song "Shape of You" for a throng of his fans. The singer remained composed despite the interruption, before eventually moving on to his officially scheduled show. Sheeran has made history on his current Mathematics Tour of India, becoming the first ever international artist to play the historical city of Bhutan. “What a gig, what a country, what a beautiful place with incredible people,” Sheeran wrote of the experience on Instagram. (People)

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Ariana Grande Says Labels Should Provide Young Artists With “Non-Negotiable” Therapy In Record Contracts

Ariana Grande Says Labels Should Provide Young Artists With “Non-Negotiable” Therapy In Record Contracts

On a new episode of WTF With Marc Maron, Ariana Grande voiced her support for mandatory therapy in record label contracts for young stars. The pop star/actress cited her own experiences with intense public scrutiny and mental health challenges in her early days in the entertainment industry, saying those companies "should be responsible for protecting" their signees and therapy should be a “non-negotiable” part of record label contracts for emerging artists. “I was 19 when all of that nonsense started happening to me,” Grande reflected. “It started when I was so young. There was just no limit. To be an artist, you are a vulnerable person with your heart on your sleeve. So the same person who is meant to do art is the exact same person who is not meant to deal with that s–t.” Grande’s comments echo recent discussions within the industry, including Chappell Roan's Grammy speech advocating for fair treatment and healthcare for artists. (Billboard)

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Lady Gaga And Bruno Mars’ “Die With A Smile” Reclaims No. 1 On Hot 100

Lady Gaga And Bruno Mars’ “Die With A Smile” Reclaims No. 1 On Hot 100

After dropping to No. 2 last week (behind Travis Scott’s “4X4”), Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ ‘Die With a Smile’ retakes the top spot on the Hot 100 chart, its fifth total week at No. 1. “Die With a Smile” also jumped to No. 1 on the Radio Songs chart, ending the record-setting 27-week reign of Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy).” Morgan Wallen’s “I’m the Problem” debuts at No. 2 on the Hot 100 this week, becoming the 13th Top 10 hit of the country superstar’s career. Elsewhere in the Billboard Hot 100 chart this week, Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s “Luther” moves up a spot to No. 3, Billie Eilish’s “Birds of a Feather” gets a bump from her Grammy performance by vaulting up three places to No. 4, Shaboozey's “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” remains at No. 5, ROSÉ and Bruno Mars’ “APT.” falls three slots to No. 6, The Weeknd and Playboi Carti’s “Timeless” jumps up 11 spots to No. 7 following the duo’s surprise live collaboration at the Grammys, Teddy Swims’ “Lose Control,” falls two places to No. 8, Benson Boone’s “Beautiful Things” vaults up six spots to No. 9, and Kendrick Lamar’s “TV Off,” featuring Lefty Gunplay, rises one spot to No. 10. (Billboard)

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Brittney Spencer Shares Her Musical Journey From Baltimore Churches To Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’

Brittney Spencer Shares Her Musical Journey From Baltimore Churches To Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’

In a new interview with People, Brittney Spencer reflects on her remarkable journey from being a young country music fan singing in church in Baltimore to becoming a Grammy-winning artist featured on Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter. The 36-year-old singer was one of four Black female vocalists that Beyoncé recruited to sing on “BLACKBIIRD” from the Best Country Album-winning Cowboy Carter, getting to perform the song live for the first time on Christmas day with Tanner Adell, Reyna Roberts and Tiera Kennedy for Netflix’s Beyoncé Bowl. “I learned a great deal being with [Beyoncé], being with her team and getting a little bit of an inside look into how things run in her world,” Spencer recalls. “Gosh, that was a really defining moment for me.” Spencer also credits The Chicks, Loretta Lynn, Maren Morris, Shania Twain, Kacey Musgraves, and Willie Nelson with shaping her musical tastes and singing career. Those influences are prevalent on Spencer’s debut album, My Stupid Life, which was released in January 2024. (People)

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Shania Twain Admits It’s “Humbling” And “Rewarding” Receiving Praise From Next Generation Of Music Stars

Shania Twain Admits It’s “Humbling” And “Rewarding” Receiving Praise From Next Generation Of Music Stars

In a new interview with People, Shania Twain expressed gratitude for inspiring a new generation of music stars, including Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Sabrina Carpenter, and Kelsea Ballerini. The country music icon describes their praise as "humbling" and "rewarding," while also reflecting on her personal admiration for artists who influenced her own journey. "It is very moving, and I relate to what they say when they talk about me and how they're feeling and how they express it to me personally,” Twain admits. "I relate to it in the sense that I felt that way when I was younger about other artists that had already been where I was headed.” Twain sees the recognition from emerging artists as a full-circle moment, acknowledging the importance of expressing gratitude to those who have inspired her own career in return. (People)

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CMT Music Awards And MTV Europe Music Awards Both Put On Hold For 2025

CMT Music Awards And MTV Europe Music Awards Both Put On Hold For 2025

In preparation for Paramount Global's major merger, MTV and CMT will be pausing several significant awards shows in 2025, including the CMT Music Awards, the MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs), and MTV Latin America’s MIAW Awards. Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards in Mexico will also be on hold. This decision, announced in a memo by Paramount Global exec Bruce Gillmer, aims to reevaluate and enhance future event offerings. Despite the pause of these shows, events like MTV's Video Music Awards and Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice Awards in the United States remain unaffected. The move, likely influenced by the impending merger with Skydance Media, underscores a shift in Paramount's events strategy. The announced pause on the CMT Music Awards is especially notable, with the show’s roots dating back to 1967 when it was known as the Music City News Awards. The MTV EMAs has a 30 year history, with both long-established shows set to be affected by this temporary hiatus. (Rolling Stone)

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Charli XCX And Noah Kahan Match Chappell Roan’s $25K Donation Supporting Artists’ Healthcare

Charli XCX And Noah Kahan Match Chappell Roan’s $25K Donation Supporting Artists’ Healthcare

Charli XCX and Noah Kahan joined Chappell Roan in making significant donations to help support artists struggling with healthcare expenses. During Roan's Best New Artist acceptance speech at the 2025 Grammy Awards, she called out the lack of healthcare coverage for artists dropped by record labels. “If my label would have prioritized artists’ health, I could have been provided care by a company I was giving everything to,” Roan said. Former A&R executive Jeff Rabhan called Roan “wildly misinformed” in an op-ed for The Hollywood Reporter, causing Roan to respond by donating $25,000 towards healthcare for struggling artists while challenging him to match it. “Mr. Rabhan, I love how in the article you said ‘put your money where your mouth is,” Roan wrote. “Let’s link and build together and see if you can do the same.” Charli and Kahan also pledged to match Roan's $25,000 contribution. "Your speech at the grammys was inspiring and thoughtful and from a genuine place of care. happy to help get the ball rolling too,” Charli wrote in her Instagram story. (Billboard)

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The Weeknd’s ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ Debuts At No. 1 On Billboard 200

The Weeknd’s ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ Debuts At No. 1 On Billboard 200

The Weeknd scores his fifth No. 1 album of his career as Hurry Up Tomorrow debuts atop the Billboard 200 chart this week. Hurry Up Tomorrow garnered the largest sales week for any album since Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department debuted at No. 1 on the May 4, 2024, while also marking the biggest week for an R&B/hip-hop album since Travis Scott’s Utopia debuted at the top of the chart on the Aug. 12, 2023. Chappell Roan’s The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess jumps back into the Top 10 after surging up eight spots to No. 6, aided by  her Best New Artist win at the Grammy Awards, while Billie Eilish’s Hit Me Hard and Soft also got a Grammy boost as it jumps five places to No. 5. The Billboard 200 Top 10 is rounded out by Bad Bunny’s Debí Tirar Más Fotos falling one spot to No. 2, SZA’s SOS drops a slot to No. 3, Kendrick Lamar’s GNX slides one place to No. 4, Sabrina Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet falls one spot to No. 7, Morgan Wallen’s One Thing at a Time plunges three slots to No. 8, Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department jumps up two spots to No. 9, and Gracie AbramsThe Secret of Us falls two places to No. 10. (Billboard)

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Netflix Cancels Controversial Prince  Documentary, Estate Is Now Free To Create New Project

Netflix Cancels Controversial Prince Documentary, Estate Is Now Free To Create New Project

Netflix has announced the cancellation of the release of a planned six-part Prince documentary directed by Ezra Edelman. The streaming service reached a mutual agreement with the Prince Estate allowing the estate to produce a new film using exclusive content from Prince’s archive. This decision stems from Prince’s estate expressing concerns over inaccuracies and sensationalized portrayals in the initial cut of the documentary, prompting them to seek a new direction. Prince’s official X account shared a post on Thursday (February 6) celebrating the announcement, which featured a quote from Prince, “Despite everything, no one can dictate who you are to other people,” and the caption, “The Vault Has Been Freed. #FREE.” Edelman, known for directing the Academy Award-winning documentary, O.J.: Made in America, had spent over four years on the project, pouring over Prince’s extensive archives while eventually creating a nine-hour film instead of the initially agreed-upon six hours. (Variety)

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Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Lady Gaga, Post Malone, Harry Connick Jr., Jon Batiste Lead Music-Heavy Super Bowl Festivities

Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Lady Gaga, Post Malone, Harry Connick Jr., Jon Batiste Lead Music-Heavy Super Bowl Festivities

Music played a major role in the Super Bowl festivities that took place in New Orleans over the weekend. Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show headlining performance was the clear highlight, with the multiple Grammy-winning Compton rapper delivering a medley of hits from his chart-topping album, GNX, including “Squabble Up,” “TV Off,” and his hit Drake diss track, “Not Like Us,” which included a special cameo appearance by tennis legend – and Drake’s ex – Serena Williams. SZA joined Kendrick to perform their hit collaborations, “Luther” and “All the Stars,” with the R&B superstar also taking advantage of the moment to share four additional new tracks from SOS Deluxe: Lana. The halftime show was introduced by Samuel L. Jackson dressed as “Uncle Sam,” who provided humorous social commentary as Kendrick’s set went on.

The Super Bowl pre-game show featured an emotional Lady Gaga performance of “Hold My Hand” that was pre-recorded on Bourbon Street the night before. The poignant moment paid tribute to the 14 people who died there in the recent terror attack, while also honoring the city’s first responders. The pre-game festivities also featured a performance of “Lift Every Voice And Sing” by New Orleans native Ledisi that honored the 125th anniversary of the beloved hymn, which also featured a 125-piece children’s choir. New Orleans music legend Harry Connick Jr. led a “tribute to New Orleans music and culture,” which featured jazz trumpeter Terrence Blanchard, the Soul Rebels, the Spirit of New Orleans Gospel Choir, and the Southern University Marching Band. “America the Beautiful” was performed by New Orleans natives Trombone Shorty and Lauren Dagle, while Grammy-winning musician Jon Batiste delivered a soulful rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” shortly before kickoff.

Prior to game day, Nelly delivered a hits-filled set at legendary New Orleans restaurant Brennan’s on Friday night, while Post Malone, Travis Scott, Ice Spice, Snoop Dogg, and Ludacris all performed at special events in New Orleans throughout Super Bowl weekend. Posty even threw some shade at Kansas City during his Super Bowl Tailgate concert on Sunday by dedicating his hit, “I Had Some Help” to the Chiefs and the NFL referees who "assisted" the team on their way to their third straight big game. (Billboard)  

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Shaboozey Shares The Advice Beyoncé Gave Him While Making ‘Cowboy Carter’

Shaboozey Shares The Advice Beyoncé Gave Him While Making ‘Cowboy Carter’

In a new interview with People, breakout country superstar Shaboozey shared the one piece of advice that he received from Beyoncé. The 29-year-old "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" hitmaker made a guest appearance on Beyoncé's Grammy-winning Best Country Album and Album of the Year, Cowboy Carter, and he reflects on what that memorable experience was like. "When I was recording the songs on her album, [I was like], 'Oh man, I can't do these runs' or 'I am nowhere near the vocalist, performer or anything Beyoncé is,'” Shaboozey shared. “And I kind of got in my head about that. What they told me was, 'Hey, we brought you here for you to do you.'" As to what advice he took Queen Bey herself, Shaboozey revealed, "Just be yourself. Just be confident in the fact that you are different, you are unique and that's what people are going to resonate with.” That advice clearly worked for the young musician, as Shaboozey received five nominations of his own at the 2025 Grammy Awards. (People)

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Liam Payne’s Girlfriend Kate Cassidy Gives First Interview Since Singer’s Tragic Death

Liam Payne’s Girlfriend Kate Cassidy Gives First Interview Since Singer’s Tragic Death

In a new feature in The Sun on Wednesday (February 5), Liam Payne’s girlfriend Kate Cassidy gave her first interview since the singer's tragic death in October. Cassidy was in tears as she expressed her regret about the incident, saying “If I could see into the future, I would never have left Argentina.” The social media influencer said that Payne was in “such a good headspace” when she left the country, four days before the pop star’s fatal fall from his Buenos Aires hotel balcony. “You never know when [his addiction] is gonna come out,” Cassidy reflected. “I stuck with Liam through thick and thin. And I think love is so optimistic, and you just hope that… everything at the end will work out.” Cassidy revealed that she thinks of Payne “every second of every day,” and is undergoing counseling to deal with her grief. Following the interview, Cassidy shared an emotional post on Instagram where she calls Payne “the love of my life.” (Rolling Stone)

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Kelly Clarkson Announces Her Return To Las Vegas With “Studio Sessions” Residency

Kelly Clarkson Announces Her Return To Las Vegas With “Studio Sessions” Residency

On Thursday (January 6), Kelly Clarkson announced on Instagram that she will be launching a “Studio Sessions” residency this summer at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Clarkson’s run of Vegas shows begins on July 4th, with a total of 18 performances scheduled through the final date of her residency on November 15th. “I’m so excited to be back in Vegas! We’re bringing the studio to the stage this time with ‘Studio Sessions,’” Clarkson captioned her post. While Clarkson hasn’t embarked on a full tour since 2019, her “Studio Sessions” shows marks her return to the Vegas stage after a previous residency at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino from 2023 to 2024, which was in support of her last studio album, Chemistry. The former American Idol winner has kept busy in the meantime with her daytime talk show, The Kelly Clarkson Show, which has garnered numerous Daytime Emmy Awards, and spawned multiple viral sensations with her signature "Kellyoke" segments. (Rolling Stone)

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Megan Thee Stallion, Psy Set To Star In Apple’s Upcoming K-Pop Competition Series

Megan Thee Stallion, Psy Set To Star In Apple’s Upcoming K-Pop Competition Series

Apple TV+ has greenlit an upcoming K-pop competition series titled “KPopped,” featuring Megan Thee Stallion and “Gangnam Style” singer Psy. According to the show’s description, “In each episode, western icons reimagine one of their biggest hits, collaborating with top-tier K-pop idols to deliver spectacular battle performances, with a live Seoul-based audience picking the winner of the best new K-popped song.” The series is executive produced by Lionel Richie along with Megan Thee Stallion, and Meg is set to perform her hit song “Savage” on a future episode of the show. “KPopped” marks Apple's continued foray into unscripted competition series, following their earlier country music-focused series, “My Kind of Country,” which aired for one season in 2023. The streaming service also previously featured a K-Pop docuseries entitled, K-Pop Idols, which aired in 2024. (Variety

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Kendrick Lamar Promises Thought-Provoking Super Bowl Halftime Show Performance Focused On “Storytelling”

Kendrick Lamar Promises Thought-Provoking Super Bowl Halftime Show Performance Focused On “Storytelling”

Kendrick Lamar took part in a rare public interview on Thursday (January 6) during Apple Music’s Super Bowl Press Conference. The Compton rapper, fresh off  winning five Grammys for “Not Like Us,” promises a thought-provoking, storytelling-focused performance at his Super Bowl halftime show in New Orleans on Sunday. While Lamar didn’t directly address his ongoing feud with Drake, he did say he is fueled by the competitive nature of rap. “I think a lot of people was putting rap to the back — you didn’t see that bite anymore,” Lamar explained. “My intent was to always keep the nature of it as a sport. I love when artists grit [their] teeth. This has always been the core definition of who I am.” Kendrick also mentioned that he is looking forward to performing with hist future tourmate SZA during his halftime show, “I’m just honored to be next to her talent." Lamar will also be joining Timothee Chalamet for an interview airing on Apple Music on Friday (February 7) at 7 a.m. EST. (Rolling Stone)

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Bob Marley Estate Hosts ‘Uprising’ Livestream In Celebration Of Reggae Legend’s 80th Birthday

Bob Marley Estate Hosts ‘Uprising’ Livestream In Celebration Of Reggae Legend’s 80th Birthday

To honor Bob Marley's 80th birthday, his estate has organized a series of events to celebrate the legacy of the reggae legend. The festivities start up on Thursday (February 6) – Marley’s birthday – with the 'Uprising' Tribute Concert livestream from the family’s iconic Tuff Gong Studios in Kingston, Jamaica, featuring performances from a series of Jamaican artists. The celebration will also feature a global singalong of Marley classics, performed by the 8,000-person Young Voices Choir in Manchester, England. “Each year, we honor his legacy in a way that unites our extended family, friends, and fans from all corners of the globe,” says Bob’s daughter, Cedella Marley. “This 80th milestone is a reminder of his timeless call for love, resilience, and freedom.” More events honoring Marley are planned throughout the year, including the debut of a new docuseries titled Bob Marley & I about the Wailers’ historic 1975 concerts in London. (Rolling Stone)

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Blackpink Shares 2025 World Tour Teaser

Blackpink Shares 2025 World Tour Teaser

Blackpink shared a video on Wednesday (February 5) announcing that they will be reuniting for an upcoming 2025 world tour. The K-pop group – consisting of Lisa, Rosé, Jisoo, and Jennie – last toured in support of Born Pink back in 2022, in what was called the “largest world tour in the history of a K-pop girl group.” This new run of shows will follow the various projects planned by individual members, including Rosé's debut album which was released in December, and Lisa prepping the release of her debut solo album, Alter Ego, on February 28. Jisoo and Jennie have also announced their own solo projects, including Jisoo's mini album, Amortage, and Jennie's newly-announced debut album, Ruby. In support of that record, Jennie will be hitting the road on The Ruby Experience, a three-city show run with performances by Kali Uchis, Dua Lipa, and Doechii. Blackpink have yet to reveal any specific tour dates, though details should be announced soon. (Rolling Stone)

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Elton John And Brandi Carlile Announce New Album, ‘Who Believes in Angels?,’ Share Title Track

Elton John And Brandi Carlile Announce New Album, ‘Who Believes in Angels?,’ Share Title Track

On Wednesday (February 5), Elton John and Brandi Carlile announced that they are releasing a collaborative album, Who Believes in Angels?, on April 4. The real-life besties also shared the title track of their upcoming 10-track record, which was created in a 20-day whirlwind with Elton’s longtime songwriting partner Bernie Taupin and producer Andrew Watt. The album also features contributions from Chad Smith of Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Pino Palladino of Nine Inch Nails, and Josh Klinghoffer. “This record was one of the toughest I’ve ever made, but it was also one of the greatest musical experiences of my life,” John said in a press release. “I have everything I’ve done behind me and it’s been brilliant, amazing. But this is the new start for me. As far as I’m concerned, this is the start of my career mark two.” The duo also revealed that they will host ‘An Evening With Elton John & Brandi Carlile’ at the London Palladium on March 26. (Rolling Stone)

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Lil Wayne Says That He Has A “Special Announcement” For Fans This Week

Lil Wayne Says That He Has A “Special Announcement” For Fans This Week

Lil Wayne took to Instagram recently to tease a special announcement that he has planned for Thursday (February 6), as well as sharing his lack of interest in the upcoming Super Bowl. In the clip, the rapper announces, “Y’all know I’m not gon’ be there this week,” referring to the big game on Sunday, where Kendrick Lamar will be headlining the halftime show, instead of Wayne performing in his beloved hometown. Wayne added, “I guess there’s a seat to fill. Shoutout to New Orleans,” before revealing, “I’ve been working on something very special. I’ve got something exciting coming for you. Until then, I’m just chillin’.” Despite previously expressing his disappointment about not performing at the halftime show, Wayne has apparently reconciled with Lamar and encouraged the rapper to “kill it” during his performance. Wayne has hinted that his highly-anticipated Carter 6 album will be released later this year, so his announcement on Thursday could have something to do with that upcoming project. (Rolling Stone)

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Billie Eilish Replaces Merch Lost In Fire For 15-Year-Old Fan With Help From Meghan Markle

Billie Eilish Replaces Merch Lost In Fire For 15-Year-Old Fan With Help From Meghan Markle

After an Altadena teenager lost her cherished Billie Eilish T-shirt during the recent L.A. wildfires, Meghan Markle used her connections to get a box of signed Eilish merchandise for the 15-year-old fan. Markle shared a video on Instagram where she expressed her excitement about receiving the special items from the pop superstar, including clothing and signed vinyl. Markle initially encountered the young girl’s mother while visiting Altadena with her husband, Prince Harry, and she promised the woman that she would replace the beloved Eilish t-shirt that was lost in the fire. Markle went above and beyond to surprise the fan, thanks to Maroon 5's Adam Levine, who ultimately made the connection with Eilish. “This is going to mean so much to her,” Markle said. In other Eilish news, she took part in “Wicked | A Conversation with Billie Eilish and Ariana Grande,” in Hollywood on Tuesday, and the two pop superstars thrilled their fans by teasing a potential musical collaboration sometime in the future. (Rolling Stone)

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Reba McEntire Leaves Kelsea Ballerini A Handwritten Letter And Sweet Gift For Her First Day As Coach On ‘The Voice’

Reba McEntire Leaves Kelsea Ballerini A Handwritten Letter And Sweet Gift For Her First Day As Coach On ‘The Voice’

Reba McEntire surprised Kelsea Ballerini with a heartfelt handwritten letter on her first day as a coach on The Voice. "Dear Kelsea, I heard you would be the new coach this season and I'm just so excited for you,” McEntire wrote. “It's up to you to keep country alive on the show and I know you'll do a terrific job. Now go out there and show those boys who's the boss.” McEntire also said she left Ballerini a “little good luck charm in case you need it," as the 31-year-old country star turned to find McEntire's crown from previous seasons — where she was dubbed "Queen Reba" — and placed it on her head. "I feel so fancy," Ballerini said happily. Also during the season 27 premiere, Ballerini joined fellow coaches Michael Bublé, John Legend, and Adam Levine for a powerful performance of Elton John's classic, "Tiny Dancer." (People)

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Kacey Musgraves Shuts Down Rumors She Was Angry About Beyoncé’s Grammy Win

Kacey Musgraves Shuts Down Rumors She Was Angry About Beyoncé’s Grammy Win

Kacey Musgraves firmly dismissed rumors that she was upset after Beyoncé won Best Country Album for Cowboy Carter at the 2025 Grammy Awards, after her televised reaction to the moment went viral on social media. Musgraves' representative spoke to E! News and downplayed the incident, saying, "It’s a sensationalistic false narrative meant to pit two talented female artists against each other. There was simply no scowl or expression made." Musgraves’ ambivalent expression while Taylor Swift presented Beyoncé with the Grammy led to online debates about what she was thinking, with some fans claiming she looked angry, while others thought it was a neutral reaction, or just a natural look of disappointment. Musgraves didn’t go home empty handed from the ceremony, however, winning the Grammy Award for Best Country Song for "The Architect." (Parade)

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Jelly Roll Joins ‘American Idol’ As First-Ever ‘Artist in Residence’

Jelly Roll Joins ‘American Idol’ As First-Ever ‘Artist in Residence’

Jelly Roll will be American Idol's first-ever "artist in residence" for the upcoming season, joining the show during "Hollywood Week" and continuing to be a permanent fixture throughout. As a previous guest mentor and performer on the show, Jelly Roll will offer direct guidance to the Idol hopefuls. This news coincides with Carrie Underwood replacing Katy Perry as a judge, marking the first change at the judges' table in seven years. Season 23 of American Idol premieres on Sunday, March 9, on ABC, with a special preview of the season airing after the Oscars telecast on March 2. Jelly Roll's recent album, 2024’s Beautifully Broken, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, and the country singer received two 2025 Grammy nominations for his hit single, “I Am Not Okay,” as well as a nod for Best New Artist in 2024. (Variety)

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Elton John Teases Upcoming New Album In Personal Letters Sent To Fans

Elton John Teases Upcoming New Album In Personal Letters Sent To Fans

Elton John has hinted that a new album is on the way through a series of personalized letters sent out to fans. The letters detail Sir Elton’s plans for the future, as well as teasing a forthcoming album that features collaborations with Brandi Carlile and producer Andrew Watt, along with his longtime songwriting partner Bernie Taupin. “When we met, I fell in love with her, and we connected straight away,” John wrote of his creative partnership with Carlile. “It was connection, a true connection, emotionally, musically and it’s been one of the greatest friendships of my life.” They worked intensively to produce 14 songs in 20 days, with 10 ultimately selected for the record. Despite health challenges, including a severe eye condition that affects his ability to see and create music, John remains dedicated to his artistry and passionate about songwriting. The new album will be a follow-up to John’s 2021 release, The Lockdown Sessions. (NME)

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Ariana Grande Reveals That Working On ‘Thank U, Next’ Helped Save Her Life During “Dark Times”

Ariana Grande Reveals That Working On ‘Thank U, Next’ Helped Save Her Life During “Dark Times”

In a new interview on The Hollywood Reporter‘s Awards Chatter podcast, Ariana Grande credits her chart-topping 2019 album, Thank U, Next, with seeing her through a low point in her life. “I was doing so much therapy, and I was dealing with PTSD and all different kinds of grief and depression and anxiety,” Grande shared. “Having music be a part of that remedy was absolutely contributing to saving my life. They were dark times, and the music brought so much levity.” Grande says the album was a means of survival for her, created urgently amid personal struggles, including the death of ex-boyfriend Mac Miller, a breakup with ex-fiancé Pete Davidson, and dealing with the anguish following a terrorist attack at her Manchester concert. Thank U, Next, went on to spend two weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, and spawned several smash hit singles, including the title track which spent seven weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100 chart. (Billboard)

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Killer Mike Files Lawsuit Against Security Firm Who Arrested Him At The Grammys

Killer Mike Files Lawsuit Against Security Firm Who Arrested Him At The Grammys

Killer Mike is suing the security company S & S Labor Force over his citizen's arrest at the 66th Grammy Awards last year. The Run the Jewels rapper alleges that they degraded and physically hurt him following his Grammy wins at the pre-show ceremony, while claiming the incident caused “unnecessary public embarrassment, distress and professional harm,” which led to emotional distress. The lawsuit accuses the security company of false arrest and imprisonment, assault, battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and negligence. S & S, also known as JRM Private Security, dismissed the allegations as unfounded, asserting their commitment to ethical practices. The incident occurred as Killer Mike and his team were prevented from moving to the red-carpet area despite having the necessary credentials, resulting in physical assault and battery by the security personnel. He is seeking real and punitive damages to be decided at trial. (Rolling Stone)

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Chance the Rapper Headlining NBA All-Star Weekend Concert In San Francisco

Chance the Rapper Headlining NBA All-Star Weekend Concert In San Francisco

Chance the Rapper is set to kick off NBA All-Star Weekend by headlining the "NBA on TNT American Express Road Show Fan Experience" on February 13 at Pier 48 in San Francisco. “NBA All-Star Weekend is always a major moment, and I’m honored to be a part of it with NBA on TNT’s American Express Roadshow,” Chance tells Billboard. “Basketball and music bring people together, and I can’t wait to kick off an incredible weekend.” The event will be hosted by NBA legends Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley, Kenny “The Jet” Smith, and anchor Ernie Johnson, with Chance’s performance set to be broadcast live. Free tickets to the Road Show Fan Experience are offered to American Express cardholders from February 4-6, and available to the general public beginning on February 8. (Billboard)

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Usher Shares His Advice For Kendrick Lamar Ahead Of The Super Bowl Halftime Show

Usher Shares His Advice For Kendrick Lamar Ahead Of The Super Bowl Halftime Show

During an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show on Tuesday (February 4), Usher shared his advice to Kendrick Lamar ahead of his headlining performance at the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show on Sunday (February 9). Usher, who headlined last year’s halftime show, imparted some words of wisdom to the Compton rapper ahead of his performance, where he’ll be joined by SZA. “The one thing I would say is savor the moment, ‘cause you get obsessed in trying to build the best performance but you don’t realize that it’s really about enjoying it,” Usher said. He went on to express his excitement about watching Lamar’s halftime show, and praised his impact on the world of hip-hop. “He’s completely been an incredible benchmark for what it is to be an artist,” Usher said. “My encouragement to him is to really be present. I’m just hoping he really maximizes that moment.” (People)

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Lady Gaga Teams Up With Mastercard On “Abracadabra” Music Video Premiere, Offering Fans ‘Priceless Experiences’

Lady Gaga Teams Up With Mastercard On “Abracadabra” Music Video Premiere, Offering Fans ‘Priceless Experiences’

During the broadcast of the Grammy Awards on Sunday (February 2), Lady Gaga premiered her music video for her new single, “Abracadabra,” the third track shared from her new album, MAYHEM, due out on March 7. The video debut was sponsored by Mastercard, and Gaga has partnered with the company to offer her fans a series of “Priceless Experiences” surrounding her upcoming album. Fans are encouraged to recreate the choreography from the video on social media for a chance to win exclusive opportunities, including appearing in a special “fan version” of the “Abracadabra” music video, and tickets to Lady Gaga’s Club MAYHEM dance party. “Music and dance have a profound ability to make people come alive and feel bonded to one another,” said Gaga. “I’m excited to partner with Mastercard to bring my passionate community of dancers and fans together to experience MAYHEM more intensely, to celebrate them joining me on the dance floor and giving back to them in a way I’ve never done before.” (Business Wire)

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Travis Scott’s ‘4X4’ Debuts At No. 1 On Billboard Hot 100 Chart

Travis Scott’s ‘4X4’ Debuts At No. 1 On Billboard Hot 100 Chart

Travis Scott’s new single, “4X4,” debuts at No. 1 on this week’s Billboard Hot 100 chart. The track – which the Houston rapper debuted during the halftime show of the College Football Playoff National Championship on January 20 – becomes Scott’s fifth Hot 100 chart-topper of his career. Another notable achievement this week comes from Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy),” which sits at No. 5 on the Hot 100 after a record-tying 19 weeks at No. 1. The crossover hit has also just set the record for the longest reign at No. 1 on the Radio Songs chart at 27 weeks, breaking a tie with The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights.”

Elsewhere in the Billboard Hot 100 Top 10, Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ “Die With a Smile” – which won a Grammy last night for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance – drops a spot to No. 2, ROSÉ and Bruno Mars’ “APT.” holds at No. 3, Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s “Luther” moves up a spot to No. 4, Teddy Swims’ “Lose Control” jumps up a slot to No. 6, Billie Eilish’s “Birds of a Feather” falls a spot to No. 7, Bad Bunny’s “DtMF” drops six places to No. 8, Gracie Abrams’ “That’s So True” slides a spot to No. 9, and Morgan Wallen’s “Love Somebody” remains at No. 10. (Billboard)

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Drake And PartyNextDoor Set To Release ‘$ome $exy $ongs 4 U’ On Valentine’s Day

Drake And PartyNextDoor Set To Release ‘$ome $exy $ongs 4 U’ On Valentine’s Day

Drake already has big plans for Valentine’s Day. The Canadian rap superstar and PartyNextDoor are set to release $ome $exy $ongs 4 U on February 14, marking Drake’s first multi-track project since his 100 Gigs EP in August 2024. The collaborative album was first teased last year, with Drake announcing on stage in Toronto, “On behalf of me and Party, we’ve been working on something for y’all. So, you get the summer over with. Do what you need to do. When it gets a little chilly, a PartyNextDoor and Drake album will be right there waiting.” PartyNextDoor was the first artist signed to Drake’s OVO Sound label, and the duo has frequently worked together ever since, on tracks like “Come and See Me,” “Loyal,” “Wednesday Night Interlude,” “Members Only,” and “With You.” Drake previewed the new project in an Instagram teaser trailer on Monday (February 3), which hints at a sultry, atmospheric sound featured on the duo’s highly-anticipated upcoming release. (Rolling Stone)

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Beyoncé Reveals Cowboy Carter Tour Dates

Beyoncé Reveals Cowboy Carter Tour Dates

Fresh off her Grammy win for Album of the Year on Sunday (February 2), Beyoncé finally revealed the dates for her highly anticipated Cowboy Carter 2025 World Tour. The 22-show run kicks off on April 28 with a four-night stand at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, and will continue on to Chicago, Paris, Washington, D.C., Atlanta, and two special shows in Houston, the hometown of the 35-time Grammy winner. Beyoncé will also be performing four-night stands in London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and East Rutherford’s MetLife Stadium, while her D.C. stop includes a July 4 date which will make for a momentous Independence Day in the nation’s capital. Cowboy Carter was also awarded Best Country Album at the Grammys. “I just feel very full and very honored,” Beyoncé said in her acceptance speech for Album of the Year. “I’ll just hopefully keep pushing forward, opening doors.” General on-sale for tickets to the Cowboy Carter 2025 World Tour begins on February 14 at 12 p.m. local time. (Variety)

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Kendrick Lamar, Beyonce Win Big At The 2025 Grammy Awards

The 67th Annual Grammy Awards took place on Sunday night (February 2) at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Comedian Trevor Noah hosted the ceremony for the fifth consecutive year, which kicked off with a fitting tribute to Los Angeles after the devastating wildfires. L.A. band Dawes (whose brothers, Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith lost their homes and recording studio in the fires) were joined by John Legend, Sheryl Crow, St. Vincent, Brittany Howard, and Brad Paisley for a fitting cover of Randy Newman’s iconic anthem, “I Love L.A.”

Love for the City of Angels continued throughout the ceremony, from Billie Eilish sporting a Dodgers hat during her performance of “Birds of a Feather,” to Chappell Roan – who won Best New Artist later in the ceremony – performing her love letter to Los Angeles, “Pink Pony Club,” and Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ touching duet on the Mamas & the Papas classic, “California Dreamin’.’” They were also encouraging donations to fire relief efforts throughout the ceremony, with QR codes on the screen and throughout the venue, and paid TV advertisements throughout the broadcast supporting small, independent L.A. businesses hit hard by the fires.

The ceremony also featured an all-star tribute to the late music legend Quincy Jones, led by Herbie Hancock, Stevie Wonder, Cynthia Erivo, Lainey Wilson, and Jacob Collier, which included an arena-wide singalong on the anthem, “We Are the World,” and Janelle Monáe covering Michael Jackson’s “Don’t Stop ’til You Get Enough.” The In Memoriam segment was led by a short tribute to One Direction’s Liam Payne, soundtracked by Coldplay’s Chris Martin singing his band’s recent ballad, “All My Love.”

As for the awards, Kendrick Lamar was the night's biggest winner, taking home Song of the Year, Record of the Year, Best Rap Song, Best Rap Performance, and Best Music Video for his Drake diss track, “Not Like Us.” Members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department received a standing ovation when a group of them presented Album of the Year to Beyoncé for Cowboy Carter, her first ever win in the Grammys' top category in her illustrious career. Doechii became only the third woman ever to win the Best Rap Album Grammy for her record, Alligator Bites Never Heal, joining previous winners Lauryn Hill and Cardi B.

Sabrina Carpenter took home Best Pop Vocal Album for Short N’ Sweet, and scored Best Solo Pop Performance for her smash hit, “Espresso.” Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ current chart-topper won Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. Charli XCX won her first ever Grammys, claiming Best Dance/Electronic Music Album for Brat, while her catchy single, “Von Dutch,” was awarded Best Dance Pop Recording. Chris Brown was awarded Best R&B Album for 11:11 (Deluxe), and Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran took home Best Latin Pop Album.

In the Rock categories, St. Vincent was the biggest winner on the night, taking home Best Rock Song and Best Alternative Music Performance for “Flea,” and Best Alternative Music Album for All Born Screaming. Two UK music legends won rock’s biggest awards, as The Rolling Stones won Best Rock Album for Hackney Diamonds, and the Beatles won Best Rock Performance for their celebrated “final” song, “Now and Then.” Best Metal Performance went to Gojira, Marina Viotti & Victor le Masne for “Mea Culpa (Ah! Ça ira!),” which caught everyone’s attention at the Olympics opening ceremony in Paris this summer.

As for the Country awards, Beyoncé was the night’s big winner in the genre, taking home Grammys for Best Country Album for Cowboy Carter and Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “II Most Wanted,” her collaboration with Miley Cyrus. Best Country Song was awarded to Kacey Musgraves for “The Architect,” while Best Country Solo Performance went to Chris Stapleton for “It Takes a Woman.” Sierra Ferrell was another big winner on the night, as her Trail of Flowers won Best Americana Album, “American Dreaming” took home Best Americana Performance and Best American Roots Song, and “Lighthouse” was awarded Best American Roots Performance. Gillian Welch & David RawlingsWoodland won Best Folk Album, while Billy Strings' Live Vol. 1 was awarded Best Bluegrass Album.

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Rascal Flatts Join Forces With Jonas Brothers On New Single, “I Dare You”

Rascal Flatts Join Forces With Jonas Brothers On New Single, “I Dare You”

Rascal Flatts and the Jonas Brothers have teamed up on the emotional new single, "I Dare You." The track was written by Nick Jonas and Dan + Shay’s Shay Mooney, and it features the country trio and pop band alternating vocals throughout the lovelorn tune. The new collaboration arrives ahead of Rascal Flatts' upcoming 25th-anniversary Life Is a Highway Tour, which begins in February. “We’re so excited to kick off this next chapter of Rascal Flatts with this single. Working with Kevin, Joe and Nick is such a blast, they’re class acts,” bassist Jay DeMarcus said in a statement. “I think this song fits perfectly into our catalog while also showing off something new and exciting, and we can’t wait to share it with our fans on the road!” The Jonas Brothers are also hinting at possible anniversary plans of their own, with a mysterious countdown ticker on their website teasing a potential 20th anniversary tour announcement coming on Valentine's Day. (Rolling Stone)

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Bad Bunny’s ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ Reaches No. 1 On Billboard 200 For Third Straight Week

Bad Bunny’s ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ Reaches No. 1 On Billboard 200 For Third Straight Week

Bad Bunny’s Debí Tirar Más Fotos hits No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart for the third consecutive week. Elsewhere on the chart, three albums made strong debuts this week to crack the Top 10 on the Billboard 200, as Teddy SwimsI’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2) premieres at No. 4, Kane Brown’s The High Road comes in at No. 7, and Central Cee’s Can’t Rush Greatness bows at No. 9. The rest of this week’s Billboard 200 Top 10 is rounded out by SZA’s SOS holding at No. 2, Kendrick Lamar’s GNX moves up a spot to No. 3, Morgan Wallen’s One Thing at a Time jumps up three places to No. 5, Sabrina Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet remains at No. 6, Gracie AbramsThe Secret of Us drops three slots to No. 8, and Billie Eilish’s Hit Me Hard and Soft falls a spot to No. 10. (Billboard)

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The Weeknd Announces ‘After Hours Til Dawn’ North American Tour

The Weeknd Announces ‘After Hours Til Dawn’ North American Tour

Following the delayed release of his new album, Hurry Up Tomorrow, on Friday (January 31), The Weeknd announced the After Hours Til Dawn 2025 North American stadium tour. The 26-date tour will feature special guest opening acts Playboi Carti and Mike Dean, and will kick off on May 9 in Phoenix, Arizona, hitting major music markets throughout the US and Canada along the way, including two-night stands in Los Angeles at SoFi Stadium and his hometown of Toronto at Rogers Centre. The Weeknd has partnered with Global Citizen for the tour, contributing $1 from each ticket sale to support vulnerable children worldwide. The general onsale for tickets is set for Friday, February 7, with artist presale starting Wednesday, February 5. Hurry Up Tomorrow concludes the Weeknd’s recent album trilogy – which includes 2020’s After Hours and 2022’s Dawn FM – and will be accompanied by a film of the same name in May. (Variety)

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Sean “Diddy” Combs Reportedly Taken To Hospital For Apparent Knee Injury

Sean “Diddy” Combs Reportedly Taken To Hospital For Apparent Knee Injury

Sean "Diddy" Combs reportedly was taken to a local hospital due to a knee issue on Sunday (February 2), according to reports by Daily Mail and Page Six. Combs apparently received an MRI for an old, lingering knee injury at the hospital, before returning to the Metropolitan Detention Center a few hours later that day. The disgraced music mogul is currently serving time at the detention center since his arrest in September 2024 on sex trafficking, racketeering, and other charges. His attorney has previously noted that Combs is currently undergoing "treatment and therapy" at the center while awaiting his trial set for May. Combs has pleaded not guilty to the charges, and has been denied bail on four separate occasions following a series of appeals. (Us Weekly)

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Beyoncé Announces ‘Cowboy Carter’ 2025 Tour

Beyoncé Announces ‘Cowboy Carter’ 2025 Tour

On Saturday (February 1), Beyoncé announced that she will soon be embarking on a Cowboy Carter Tour in support of her highly acclaimed 2024 country album. While Beyoncé didn’t announce specific dates or details of her upcoming tour, she did share two separate Instagram posts confirming that she will indeed be hitting the road supporting Cowboy Carter in 2025.  The multiple-Grammy Award nominated album showcases Black roots in country music, and features high-profile collaborations with Dolly Parton, Shaboozey, Willie Nelson, Post Malone, and Miley Cyrus. With Cowboy Carter, Beyoncé became the first Black woman to top Billboard's Hot Country Songs and Top Country Albums charts. Material from Cowboy Carter was previously given its live debut during Beyoncé’s halftime show performance at an NFL Christmas day game. (Rolling Stone)

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Coldplay Beats Taylor Swift’s Record For The Most-Attended Concert Tour Of All Time

Coldplay Beats Taylor Swift’s Record For The Most-Attended Concert Tour Of All Time

Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres World Tour has just broken Taylor Swift's record for the most-attended concert tour of all time. Coldplay’s ongoing tour has now sold over 10.3 million tickets, surpassing Swift's 10.1 million attendees for her just concluded The Eras Tour. Coldplay’s record-setting ticket sales were boosted when the British band played the largest stadium show of the 21st century in Ahmedabad, India, on January 25-26, drawing over 223,000 fans over the two historic nights. Coldplay's ongoing tour is set to continue until September 2025, which will only solidify their top position among the top most-attended tours ever. The Top 10 most-attended tours of all-time is rounded out by (in order): Ed Sheeran÷ Tour (8.8 million); U2360° Tour (7.3 million); Guns N’ RosesUse Your Illusion Tour (7 million); The Rolling StonesVoodoo Lounge Tour (6.5 million); Garth BrooksThe Garth Brooks World Tour (6.3 million); Elton JohnFarewell Yellow Brick Road (6 million); The Rolling StonesSteel Wheels/Urban Jungle Tour (6 million); and RammsteinRammstein Stadium Tour (6 million).  (Uproxx

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Clive Davis Shares His Five Favorite Duets From 50 Year History Of His Pre-Grammy Gala

Clive Davis Shares His Five Favorite Duets From 50 Year History Of His Pre-Grammy Gala

For 50 years, Clive Davis has hosted his celebrated Pre-Grammy Gala, which takes place annually on the night before the Grammy Awards ceremony. The event, which partners with the Recording Academy, always features a distinctive guest list and memorable, one-of-a-kind performances by the likes of Beyonce, Barbra Streisand, and Jay-Z. The 2025 edition marks the gala's 50th anniversary and serves as a benefit for Los Angeles wildfire recovery. Davis was asked to pick his five favorite duets from throughout the distinguished history of his pre-Grammy parties. The music industry legend selected Aretha Franklin and Alicia Keys performing “Think” together in 2003, Whitney Houston and Natalie Cole singing “This Will Be” in 2000, Rod Stewart, Lou Reed, and Slash covering “Having a Party” in 2003, Cyndi Lauper and Brandi Carlile singing “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” in 2020, and Carlos Santana and Rob Thomas doing “Smooth” in 1999. “Year after year, there are indelible, fantastic memories that you just don’t forget,” Davis reflects. (Variety)

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Charli XCX Believes She “Wasn’t Even On The Grammys’ Radar” Before ‘Brat’ Dropped

Charli XCX Believes She “Wasn’t Even On The Grammys’ Radar” Before ‘Brat’ Dropped

In the new W Magazine cover story, Charli XCX reflects on receiving eight Grammy nominations for her 2024 album, Brat. The flood of recognition for her latest record comes a full decade after her last nominations by the Recording Academy in 2015, when Charli received two nods for her hit collaboration with Iggy Azalea, “Fancy,” including Record of the Year. “Let’s be real,” Charli admits, “I wasn’t even on the Grammys’ radar last year, so it’s not something I ever expected.” Brat is up for Album of the Year and Best Dance/Electronic Album, while Charli is once again up for Record of the Year for her Julia Fox name-checking single “360.” The pop star is facing tough competition in all her categories, so rather than focusing on winning, Charli just wants to enjoy herself at the ceremony.  “Wherever I am becomes fun anyway, so I’m sure I’ll figure it out,” she said. (Billboard)

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GloRilla Announces 2025 Glorious U.S. Tour

GloRilla Announces 2025 Glorious U.S. Tour

On Wednesday, GloRilla announced the dates and details of her upcoming Glorious Tour that is set to roll through the U.S. this spring. The rap star will be joined by opening acts Queen Key and Boston Richey on the Glorious Tour, which kicks off on March 5 in Oklahoma City. The run of shows will hit major music markets like Dallas, Atlanta, New York, and Chicago along the way, featuring a high-profile performance at Coachella in April, as well as a to-be-determined hometown show in Memphis. Tickets for the shows will go on sale to the general public on Friday (January 31) at 1 p.m. local time. GloRilla’s tour announcement news follows her celebrated performance on Saturday Night Live on January 18, with the rapper also up for two Grammy Awards on Sunday for her song “Yeah Glo!” (Rolling Stone)

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Hozier Announces 2025 ‘Unreal Unearth’ North American Tour Dates

Hozier Announces 2025 ‘Unreal Unearth’ North American Tour Dates

Hozier is set to embark on the 2025 Unreal Unearth North American Tour, with stops at various amphitheaters and festivals in cities like Boston, Salt Lake City, Portland, and Toronto. This newly announced tour follows Hozier’s extensive 2023-2024 North American run that included over 83 performances across 72 cities. The 2025 Unreal Unearth Tour will kick off at the Governors Ball Music Festival in New York on June 8, with the Irish singer-songwriter also set to headline the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, Milwaukee’s Summerfest, and the Minnesota Yacht Club Festival. Other notable performances on Hozier’s 2025 tour include high-profile stadium shows at Boson’s legendary Fenway Park on June 23 and Seattle’s T-Mobile Park on August 14. Hozier’s newly announced tour will also include rescheduled dates for previously postponed shows in Casper, Wyoming and Billings, Montana. (Rolling Stone)

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Will Smith Shares New Single With Big Sean, Announces Release Of First New Album In 20 Years

Will Smith Shares New Single With Big Sean, Announces Release Of First New Album In 20 Years

Will Smith and Big Sean have collaborated on the just-released new song, "Beautiful Scars," along with a Matrix-inspired music video for the track. Smith has also announced a March 2025 release date for his upcoming solo album, Based on a True Story, marking his first full-length album release in over 20 years. The rap duo’s new single is produced by OmArr and LeXoskeleton, with the music video featuring Smith as Neo and Big Sean as Morpheus. Earlier, Smith had posted a cryptic message on Instagram reflecting on his decision to decline the role of Neo in The Matrix, which ultimately went to Keanu Reeves. “In 1997, the Wachowskis offered Will Smith the role of Neo in ‘The Matrix.’ Smith turned it down,” reads Smith’s Instagram video. “He chose ‘Wild Wild West,’ believing it was a better fit for him at the time. But the question remains: What would ‘The Matrix’ have been like with Will Smith as Neo?” (Variety)

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Post Malone Set To Headline Pre-Super Bowl Concert

Post Malone Set To Headline Pre-Super Bowl Concert

Post Malone is headlining the Super Bowl LIX Tailgate Concert in New Orleans on February 9. The event – which will be live-streamed on YouTube – will feature the crossover country superstar's performance just before the big game. The pregame show will take place “steps away” from the Caesars Superdome at 4 p.m. ET, kicking off a day of live music surrounding the game, including Kendrick Lamar's Halftime Show with SZA, and Jon Batiste's national anthem rendition. This marks YouTube's first year as the show's sponsor, which has featured previous headliners Miley Cyrus, the Chainsmokers, the Black Keys, Jason Derulo, and Gwen Stefani.  Post Malone will be busy during Super Bowl week, as the chart-topping musician is also set to perform at the Bud Light Backyard Presents show at the Fillmore in New Orleans on February 7, and his Bud Light ad will premiere during the game. (Billboard)

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2025 American Music Honors Class Features Smokey Robinson, John Fogerty, Emmylou Harris, Tom Morello, And Joe Ely

2025 American Music Honors Class Features Smokey Robinson, John Fogerty, Emmylou Harris, Tom Morello, And Joe Ely

The 2025 American Music Honors are set to take place on April 26 at Monmouth University in New Jersey, hosted by the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music. The event celebrates the influential contributions to American music by honorees Smokey Robinson, John Fogerty, Emmylou Harris, Tom Morello, and Joe Ely. Presenters for the event include Bruce Springsteen, Patti Scialfa, Steven Van Zandt, and Nils Lofgren. This year's class spans multiple genres like rock, Americana, soul, and country, with all honorees leaving an indelible mark on the Billboard charts and American music history.

Smokey Robinson helped define the sound of Motown as the frontman of The Miracles and achieved commercial success as a solo artist, while John Fogerty is known for his legendary work with Creedence Clearwater Revival as well as his highly successful solo career. Tom Morello, from Rage Against the Machine, has changed the sound of modern rock music and speaks out for social causes, while Emmylou Harris and Joe Ely are icons in the world of country and Americana who both topped the charts while winning multiple awards in their distinguished careers . Tickets for the event go on sale March 25. (Billboard)

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Katy Perry Plans On Bringing Daughter Daisy With Her On Upcoming ‘Lifetimes’ World Tour

Katy Perry Plans On Bringing Daughter Daisy With Her On Upcoming ‘Lifetimes’ World Tour

Katy Perry has revealed that she plans on bringing her 4-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove, with her on her upcoming Lifetimes Tour beginning in April. "She's definitely going to come out and bring her light," said Perry. "She is so excited. She loves music and she loves Mom's songs." The pop superstar also revealed that Daisy – who she shares with fiancé Orlando Bloom – is already showing her own musical talents, and is taking ukulele lessons. This tour marks Perry's return to the road after seven years, and now that she is a mother, she starts her shows earlier due to bedtime routines. "It's going to be exciting to bring her around the world and show her some unique cultural stuff and learn,” Perry says. “It's a whole education in and of itself. I definitely was educated mostly because I got to see the world." (People)

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Madonna Does Surprise Standup Comedy Set In New York City

Madonna Does Surprise Standup Comedy Set In New York City

Madonna made a surprise return to standup comedy in New York City over the weekend. The Material Girl performed a 30-minute set at the Comedy Cellar on Saturday night (January 25), thanks to an invitation from comedian/actor Amy Schumer. Although the audience was initially stunned by Madonna's presence, she eventually managed to warm them up with her profanity-laden jokes, with the highlight being a controversial quip about mass deportations. “She got laughs every time she dropped an F-bomb, because just hearing Madonna curse is funny,” a source told The Sun. This marked Madonna's second standup stint at the Comedy Cellar, following her previous performance at the venue in 2017, and her third overall attempt at standup comedy if you include her surprise opening set for Schumer at Madison Square Garden in 2016. (Consequence of Sound)

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