Sky Rompiendo, Kris R, and Maluma Throw a Rager on ‘QHP Piñata’
Colombian producers Sky Rompiendo and Kris R have dropped the high‑energy single “QHP Piñata,” featuring global pop star Maluma. The track, released on Sky’s independent label Black Koi Entertainment, blends reggaeton beats with Kris R’s rap verses and Maluma’s sultry vocals. A vibrant music video directed by Ilmato showcases a Colombian‑style party, complete with motorcycles, tattoos, and a money‑filled piñata. The release coincides with Kris R’s album debuting at No. 3 on Spotify’s Global chart and Maluma’s upcoming album “Loco X Volver.”
Busta Rhymes Settles With Ex-Assistant Over ‘Defamatory’ Assault Claims
Busta Rhymes reached a private settlement with former assistant Dashiel Gables, who alleged the rapper assaulted him in a Brooklyn lobby. Gables sued under the Fair Labor Standards Act, claiming workplace abuse and industry blacklisting, while Rhymes counter‑claimed defamation over reputational...
Willie Nelson Is Now 93. Here’s What Keeps Him Going
Willie Nelson turned 93 and is already back on the road, headlining a May 2 concert at Texas’s Whitewater Amphitheatre and gearing up for a southeastern tour before launching the 2026 Outlaw Music Festival Tour on July 3. Despite the recent deaths...
Tupac Shakur’s Family Files New Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Maurice Shakur, Tupac’s stepbrother, filed a wrongful‑death lawsuit in Los Angeles marking the 30th anniversary of the rapper’s 1996 killing. The civil complaint alleges a sprawling conspiracy involving 99 unnamed co‑conspirators and cites recent grand‑jury testimony and a Netflix documentary...
Jason Aldean Heads Down a Familiar Dirt Road on ‘Songs About Us’
Jason Aldean’s new album *Songs About Us* follows his polarizing 2023 single “Try That in a Small Town” but steers clear of overt politics, returning to familiar country motifs of rural pride, bar‑stools and diesel‑truck romance. The record leans heavily...
How the Members of Broken Social Scene Found One Another Again
Canadian indie collective Broken Social Scene has returned with "Remember the Humans," their first full‑length album in nine years. The record reunites founding members and longtime collaborators, including producer David Newfeld, who last worked with the band two decades ago....
The Last Dinner Party Take Brooklyn
British indie‑rock outfit The Last Dinner Party is on a spring tour promoting their second album, From the Pyre, which fuses feminine rage with classic rock grandeur. The tour, slated through June, includes theater‑level venues across North America. On April...
Taylor Swift Was Inspired to Write ‘Elizabeth Taylor’ After a Drive With Travis Kelce
Taylor Swift revealed that a casual car ride with fiancé Travis Kelce inspired her latest single, “Elizabeth Taylor,” from the album *The Life of a Showgirl*. In a New York Times Magazine interview, she explained how spontaneous moments become songs when she captures them instantly. Swift also discussed...
Ariana Grande Announces New Album ‘Petal’ — and It’s Coming Sooner Than You Think
Ariana Grande announced her eighth studio album, *Petal*, slated for release on July 31, 2026. The pop star will executive‑produce and co‑write the record with longtime collaborator Ilya, the Swedish producer behind much of her recent sound. *Petal* arrives mid‑tour, intersecting the...
Metallica Prep Fully Loaded ‘ReLoad’ Box Set Reissue for This Summer
Metallica will issue a super‑deluxe ReLoad box set on June 26, 2024, marking the album’s 30th anniversary. The collection spans 15 CDs and four DVDs, featuring rough mixes, songwriting demos, live recordings, and rare footage, plus a hardcover book, posters,...
How Streamer Beef Made Raud Geez’s ‘Over’ a Rap Hit
Streamer Raud Geez, known as GE3Z, turned his single “Over” into a viral rap hit by leveraging his Twitch and TikTok audiences. The track’s catchy Philly‑style beat and a nod to the Clover Boys community sparked both praise and hate...
Ink Makes Her Mark at Stagecoach Debut: ‘Living My Dream’
Ink, born Atia Boggs, made her Stagecoach festival debut performing songs from her EP *Big Buskin’*. The 39‑year‑old singer‑songwriter delivered a standout set that included her debut single “Turquoise Cowboy” and tracks honoring her Atlanta roots. Ink also highlighted her...
Lainey Wilson Brings Out Riley Green After Canceled Stagecoach Set in Standout Moment
After high winds forced evacuations and canceled several acts at Stagecoach, Lainey Wilson’s headlining set was pushed to 10:30 p.m. on Friday. Despite the delay, Wilson delivered a 90‑minute performance that included new material from the deluxe re‑issue of *Whirlwind* and...
David Lee Roth Shows Up at Stagecoach: ‘Classic Van Halen Is Probably 30 Percent Cowboy Hat’
David Lee Roth joined Teddy Swims onstage at the Stagecoach festival, reviving their Coachella duet of Van Halen’s “Jump.” Roth quipped that classic Van Halen is “about 30 percent cowboy hat and boot,” underscoring the rock legend’s embrace of country‑festival culture. The performance highlighted...
See BTS Kick Off North American Leg of Arirang World Tour in Tampa
BTS launched the North American leg of its Arirang World Tour on April 26, 2026, kicking off with three sold‑out shows at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium. The concert featured the live debut of the 2021 hit “Permission to Dance” and...
Why Australian Musicians Are Flocking to Nashville
A growing wave of Australian musicians is making Nashville their new home, turning the city into its second‑largest overseas market after the U.K. Artists like Keith Urban, Morgan Evans, and newer transplants such as Emma Swift and Phil Barton cite...
See Foo Fighters Debut ‘Your Favorite Toy’ Songs Live on ‘SNL UK’
Foo Fighters appeared as the musical guest on the fifth episode of SNL UK, marking the first time an American artist has performed on the British version of the show. The band debuted two new tracks, “Caught in the Echo” and...
CGI Chimps and a World Without Janet: Fact-Checking the Michael Jackson Biopic
The new Michael Jackson biopic "Michael" trades historical fidelity for nostalgia, omitting key family members and distorting timelines. It skips three of the nine Jackson children, misplaces events like the Jackson 5’s early gigs, and invents moments such as a CGI...
Boyz II Men Join Cody Johnson for Surprise ‘On Bended Knee’ Performance at Stagecoach
Cody Johnson’s headlining set at Stagecoach 2026 turned into a surprise duet when Boyz II Men joined him onstage to perform the 1994 R&B classic “On Bended Knee.” The impromptu collaboration delighted the crowd and highlighted a growing trend of cross‑genre moments...
BigXthaPlug Leads a Sing-a-Long to Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas,’ Delivers the Hits to Stagecoach
BigXthaPlug headlined Stagecoach 2026 with a high‑energy set that blended his country‑rap hits and early hip‑hop tracks, culminating in a massive sing‑along to Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas.’ The performance highlighted his third album’s singles, including the chart‑breaker ‘All the Way,’...
Noah Cyrus Makes It a Family Affair at Stagecoach With Billy Ray and Braison Cyrus
Noah Cyrus headlined Stagecoach 2026, bringing her brother Braison and father Billy Ray onstage for a multi‑generational set. The show featured live renditions of her recent singles and a duet of Braison‑co‑written "Don’t Put It All on Me." Billy Ray debuted the...
Ella Langley Brings Out Theo Von for ‘You Look Like You Love Me’ Duet at Stagecoach
Ella Langley made a striking Stagecoach debut, surprising fans by bringing comedian Theo Von onstage for a lively duet of “You Look Like You Love Me.” The set featured tracks from her new album Dandelion and highlighted her chart‑topping single “Choosin’...
Geese Are Going on Tour and ‘Getting Killed’ Again This Fall
Rock band Geese announced a North American "Getting Killed Again" tour that kicks off on September 29, 2026, at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium and concludes on November 10 in Boston. The itinerary spans 20 dates across the United States and includes...
‘Leaving Neverland’ Director Says ‘Michael’ Moviegoers Turn ‘Deaf Ear’ to Molestation Allegations
Documentary filmmaker Dan Reed slammed the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic for omitting the singer’s child‑molestation accusations, calling audiences a "deaf ear." He highlighted that a settlement with the Jackson estate bars the film from addressing the allegations, while director Antoine Fuqua...
Michael Jackson’s Nephews Defend ‘Michael’ Biopic Before It’s Even Out
The Michael Jackson biopic "Michael," starring Jaafar Jackson—Michael’s nephew—opens this Friday amid a wave of family support and critical backlash. Nephews TJ and Taj Jackson took to social media to defend the film, arguing that audiences should decide the singer’s...
A Visit With Michael Jackson in 1977: ‘There’s Threats Against My Life’
In a 1977 Boston Phoenix profile, a 19‑year‑old Michael Jackson described living under constant guard and "threats against my life" while filming *The Wiz* in New York. The piece captures his transition from teen Motown star to a young adult...
Inside Baz Halpin’s Spectacular Visions for Taylor Swift, No Doubt, and More
Irish producer Baz Halpin, CEO of Silent House Group, is designing No Doubt’s immersive residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, opening May 6, 2024. Known for high‑profile visual work on Taylor Swift’s Red and Eras tours, the Eagles, Backstreet Boys, and Super Bowl halftime...
David Byrne Teaches FKA Twigs His Signature Moves in Coachella’s New ‘Artist on Artist’ Series
Coachella launched a new YouTube series called Artist on Artist, pairing musicians for in‑depth conversations and creative exchanges. The debut episode features DJs Armin van Buuren and Adam Beyer discussing post‑COVID EDM trends. Next week, the series will showcase FKA Twigs...
Katseye to Perform at 2026 American Music Awards
Katseye is set to perform at the 52nd American Music Awards on May 25 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The group secured three nominations—New Artist of the Year, Best Music Video for “Gnarly,” and Breakthrough Pop Artist—highlighting...
Azealia Banks Skips Hearing in Ex-Manager ‘Stalking’ Case
Azealia Banks failed to appear at a final status hearing, leaving a May 5 bench trial to proceed against her former manager Jeff Kwatinetz. Los Angeles County Judge Brock T. Hammond indicated the trial will move forward with or without Banks, while ordering...
Weyes Blood Goes Back Into the Mystic
Natalie Mering, known as Weyes Blood, is finalizing her most personal album yet after a year of geographic and emotional upheaval. A power outage in Big Sur, a month in Spain, and the loss of her home in the Eaton...
Karol G Brings Out J Balvin, Ryan Castro, Peso Pluma at Coachella — and Announces Tour
Karol G closed her second Coachella set by announcing a world tour supporting her fourth album, Tropicoqueta, after becoming the first Latina to headline the festival’s weekend one. The finale featured surprise guests J Balvin, Ryan Castro, Peso Pluma and Becky G, underscoring her...
‘Nine Inch Noize’ Is Trent Reznor’s EDM Victory Dance
Trent Reznor and Nine Inch Nails have teamed with German‑Iraqi producer Boys Noize to release the EDM‑focused album “Nine Inch Noize.” The record grew out of their Coachella Sahara Tent set, where live synth‑driven remixes of classic NIN tracks thrilled festival crowds. Recorded in studios,...
See Justin Bieber Bring Out Billie Eilish, SZA at Second Coachella Show
Justin Bieber’s second headlining set at Coachella 2026 turned into a surprise‑guest showcase, featuring Billie Eilish, SZA, Sexyy Red, Big Sean and Dijon. The performance included the live debut of Sexyy Red’s “Sweet Spot” and a spontaneous duet with Eilish, echoing their 2019 Coachella encounter....
Dante Spinetta’s New Album Is About ‘When Life Vanquishes Chaos’
Veteran Argentine artist Dante Spinetta released DÍA3, the final record in a trilogy that began with 2017’s Puñal. The album fuses funk, hip‑hop, tango, bolero and post‑disco, with all tracks recorded live and strings added in Minneapolis and Prague. Spinetta...
Chicago’s Horn Player Never Thought He’d Outlast His Bandmates
Lee Loughnane, the trumpeter who co‑founded Chicago in 1967, is now the sole original member still on the road after Robert Lamm and James Pankow retired. He reflects on the band’s six‑decade run, from early covers and five consecutive No. 1...
Madonna Officially Releases ‘Confessions II’ Track ‘I Feel So Free’
Madonna released the new single “I Feel So Free,” the first taste of her upcoming album Confessions II, shortly after a surprise Coachella appearance with Sabrina Carpenter. The track debuted on iHeartRadio’s Pride station, was serviced to select DJs and clubs,...
Jimin on Solo Stardom and Gaining Confidence: ‘I Wasn’t Afraid to Ask Questions’
BTS’s Jimin reflected on his rapid solo ascent, noting that his 2023 single “Like Crazy” made him the first Korean solo artist to top the Billboard Hot 100. In a Rolling Stone interview, he admitted lingering self‑criticism and a drive to sharpen...
Iron Maiden Too Busy Being Iron Maiden to Attend Rock Hall Ceremony: ‘Fans Always Come First’
Iron Maiden will forgo attending its 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Los Angeles, opting instead to fulfill a scheduled Australian tour in November. Manager Rod Smallwood emphasized that the band’s priority remains the fans, insisting...
Everything We Know About Drake’s Upcoming Album, ‘Iceman’
Drake is gearing up for his next solo record, Iceman, after a year of high‑profile feuds and strategic collaborations. He has rolled out a cryptic live‑stream series that debuted the single “What Did I Miss?” and hinted at a Caribbean‑flavored...
Olivia Rodrigo Didn’t Play ‘Drop Dead’ for Robert Smith: ‘I Played Him a Bunch of Other Songs’
Olivia Rodrigo revealed she may not have played her new single “Drop Dead” for The Cure frontman Robert Smith, noting she instead performed other tracks from her upcoming album _You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love_. The two previously...
Man Accused of Killing Jam Master Jay Considers Guilty Plea: Report
Jay Bryant, one of three men indicted for the 2002 killing of Run‑DMC DJ Jam Master Jay, is reportedly weighing a guilty plea after initially pleading not guilty. Prosecutors allege Bryant conspired with Ronald Washington and Karl Jordan Jr. in...
Miley Cyrus Taps Former ‘Hannah Montana’ Impersonator, Lainey Wilson, for ‘Younger You’
Miley Cyrus has released a duet version of her song “Younger You” with country star Lainey Wilson. The collaboration ties back to Wilson’s teenage gigs impersonating Hannah Montana, creating a full‑circle narrative. The track will drop on a limited‑edition 7‑inch vinyl...
Aaron Carter’s Mom Launches GoFundMe to Get Him Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
Aaron Carter’s mother, Jane Carter Schneck, launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise $85,000 for a Hollywood Walk of Fame star for the late pop star. The fundraiser, which has only collected $186 so far, aims to cover the star’s creation,...
Gloria Trevi Can Use Mexican Courts to Build Defense in Sex Cult Case. Her Detractors Are Worried
Gloria Trevi won a Los Angeles court ruling allowing her to compel roughly two dozen Mexico‑based witnesses to sit for depositions under Mexican judicial procedures. The decision, issued by Judge Jared D. Moses, obliges Trevi’s team to coordinate with the...
RZA Wants Barack Obama to Induct Wu-Tang Clan Into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Wu‑Tang Clan has been announced as part of the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class, a milestone the group says feels almost surreal. RZA revealed he would love former President Barack Obama to induct the legendary hip‑hop collective,...
Slipknot’s M. Shawn Crahan Opens Up About His Other Band
Slipknot percussionist M. Shawn Crahan reveals that the band’s experimental side project, Look Outside Your Window, will finally be released as a vinyl‑only album on Record Store Day, April 18. The ten‑track record, recorded during the 2008 All Hope Is Gone sessions, features...
Alexia Jayy Makes ‘The Voice’ History as First Black-Woman Winner
Alexia Jayy captured the Season 29 crown on NBC’s The Voice, becoming the first Black woman to win the competition in its 15‑year run. The 31‑year‑old performed on Team Adam, delivering standout renditions of classics from Aretha Franklin to Adele. Her victory...
The Hall of Fame Finally Got It Right on Joy Division/New Order
Joy Division and its successor New Order have finally been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, ending decades of snubs. Their entry marks a rare acknowledgment of post‑punk and synth‑pop pioneers whose influence stretches from 1980s dance...
Senators Call on Court to Examine ‘Suspicious Circumstances’ Around Live Nation Settlement
U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar, Elizabeth Warren, Corey Booker and six colleagues have urged the Southern District of New York to closely examine Live Nation’s surprise settlement with the Justice Department, claiming it was shaped by political pressure. The agreement was signed in early...