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Ann Wilson Announces Cancer Diagnosis, Postpones Heart Tour
Ann Wilson, lead singer of rock band Heart, says she has cancer and the band is postponing the remaining shows on its Royal Flush Tour while she undergoes treatment. Wilson said in a statement Tuesday that she underwent surgery to remove a cancerous growth and is recovering steadily, but that her doctors urged her to […]
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Glastonbury: Dua Lipa, Coldplay, SZA Go Big as the U.K.’s Crowning Jewel of Music Fests Wraps Up
It was a Glastonbury of old and new — trusted performances from festival legends Coldplay and music veteran Shania Twain, as well as Worthy Farm debuts from Dua Lipa and SZA. But the U.K.’s most popular music fest draws to a close Monday and 210,000 people will now make their way home after five days […]
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BET Awards: Will Smith, Killer Mike and Victoria Monet Receive Standing Ovations
In between the explosive performances and touching speeches, the BET Awards were evangelized with an emotional performance by Will Smith, a killer speech by Killer Mike and host Taraji P. Henson reminding viewers to get out and vote in the upcoming presidential election. Performing in a circle of fire backed by the Sunday Service Choir […]
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Celine Dion Makes Surprise NHL Draft Appearance to Announce Pick for Her Hometown Team
Celine Dion was feeling the excitement during her appearance at the 2024 NHL Draft. The Canadian singer surprised fans while taking the stage at the event to announce the Montreal Canadiens’ selection of Ivan Demidov as the draft’s fifth overall pick on Friday. Dion hails from Charlemagne, Quebec, which is just outside of Montreal, and […]
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Why U.K. Music Festivals Are in Crisis
The U.K.’s most prestigious festival, Glastonbury, is officially underway. Over 200,000 people will descend on the Somerset farm this weekend – but the event’s peers are facing an unprecedented crisis. As of Wednesday, 50 independent music festivals have been canceled, postponed or announced a complete closure in 2024, according to the Association of Independent Festivals […]
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Travis Kelce Says Prince William Was “The Coolest Motherf***er” at London Eras Tour Meetup
The Eras Tour kicked off in London last week, and none other than Taylor Swift‘s boyfriend has commented on their royal reception. Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, appeared onstage during the pop star’s set at London’s Wembley arena on Sunday. Kelce dressed in a tuxedo for the performance of “I Can Do […]
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Country Music Lovers: Here’s How to Watch Tonight’s CMA Fest 2024 Online for Free
The Country Music Association's three-hour concert will be hosted by Jelly Roll and Ashley McBride, who are also performing.
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Sabrina Carpenter Earns First No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100 With “Please Please Please”
Sabrina Carpenter’s summer hit, “Please Please Please,” has officially hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. On Monday, Billboard released the top 10 of the Hot 100, announcing that Carpenter’s recent hit single had overtaken the Post Malone and Morgan Wallen song “I Had Some Help,” giving the pop star her first No. 1 […]
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Apple Original Podcast on Iconic Mexican Singer Juan Gabriel to Debut July 1 (Exclusive)
Apple TV+ is launching an original podcast — in English and Spanish — told through the lens of the late iconic Mexican singer Juan Gabriel. The first two episodes of My Divo will debut July 1 and the superstar performer, also known as El Divo de Juárez, will serve as a guide for host and […]
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Charli XCX Urges Fans to Stop “Taylor Swift Is Dead” Chant at Her Gigs: “I Will Not Tolerate It”
Brat singer Charli XCX has said she “will not tolerate” fans chanting “Taylor Swift is dead” at her shows. The pop star urged concertgoers to stop the jeering while at her gigs. “Can the people who do this please stop,” she wrote on her Instagram Story on Monday. “Online or at my shows. It is […]
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‘It Was All a Dream’ Review: Compelling dream hampton Memoir Mines the Past to Make a Case for Documenting the Present
In her latest feature, the veteran music journalist and filmmaker delves into her personal archives to tell the story of hip hop as a nascent genre, surveying its biggest artists and fervent custodians.
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Justin Timberlake Gives Heartfelt Speech in First Concert After Alleged DWI Arrest
Justin Timberlake shared a heartfelt message to his fans at his first concert after being arrested for allegedly driving while intoxicated in the Hamptons. “We’ve been together through ups and downs, lefts and rights. It’s been a tough week, but you’re here and I’m here, and nothing can change this moment right now,” the singer-actor […]
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