IHeartMedia in Talks to Merge With SiriusXM
Irving Azoff, the veteran music manager, is reportedly in talks to acquire both iHeartMedia and SiriusXM, aiming to merge the nation’s largest terrestrial radio network with the leading satellite and streaming platform. The combined entity would control over 860 radio stations, a vast satellite footprint, and a premium podcast library that includes shows such as The Breakfast Club and Call Her Daddy. While neither company has confirmed the talks, the potential deal would create a formidable audio‑media powerhouse positioned against tech‑driven competitors. The merger remains speculative pending regulatory and financial approvals.
Does Anne Hathaway Really Sing in ‘Mother Mary’?
Anne Hathaway not only acts but also sings every track in the new pop‑drama “Mother Mary,” directed by David Lowery. The film, inspired by icons like Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga, features original songs written by Charli XCX and Jack Antonoff, with production by...
Jason Schwartzman Breaks Down How He Crafted the Theme Song to His New Show ‘Kevin’ | Video
Jason Schwartzman not only stars in the new Prime Video animated series "Kevin" but also wrote and performed its theme song. The brief, lyric‑driven opening tracks the titular cat’s emotional journey as he leaves his broken‑up owners and seeks a...
Kanye West: Another Overseas Concert Canceled After Swiss Soccer Club Says He Isn’t ‘In Accordance With Our Values’
Kanye West’s European tour hit another snag as Swiss soccer club FC Basel canceled his June concert at St. Jakob‑Park, citing a conflict with the club’s values. The decision follows a similar rejection by a Polish stadium, where officials invoked...
Jesse McCartney Details Which ‘Hacks’ Star He DMed to Land That Season 5 Cameo
Pop star Jesse McCartney made a surprise cameo in HBO Max’s “Hacks” Season 5, Episode 2, performing his 2000s hit “Beautiful Soul” at character Ava’s birthday party. The appearance stemmed from a direct DM he sent to star Hannah Einbinder after noticing his poster...
Michael Ovitz Wants Back In. Will Hollywood Have Him?
Michael Ovitz, the former CAA co‑founder who left Hollywood two decades ago, may return as chairman of Universal Music Group if Bill Ackman's $64 bn takeover succeeds. Ackman is offering a 78% premium—$5 per share plus equity—to buy a controlling stake...
Labrinth Blasts ‘Euphoria,’ Explains Why His Music Will Not Appear in Season 3: ‘I Don’t Let People Treat Me Like...
British singer‑producer Labrinth announced on Instagram that none of his music will appear in the upcoming third season of HBO’s hit series Euphoria. He explained the decision by saying he refuses to be treated “like s‑t” and criticized the industry’s...
Coachella 2026: Katseye Brings Out ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Singers for Surprise ‘Golden’ Performance | Video
Katseye’s Friday night set at Coachella 2026 featured an unexpected guest appearance by the vocal trio behind the fictional K‑pop group Huntr/x, the singers who provided the voices for the Oscar‑winning animated film “K‑Pop Demon Hunters.” The trio—Ejae, Audrey Nuna and...
How to Watch Coachella 2026 at Home: Schedule, Start Times and More
Coachella 2026 will take place over two consecutive weekends, April 10‑12 and April 17‑19, at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. The festival will be livestreamed on YouTube, with separate feeds for seven stages, and a dedicated mobile app...
YouTube Premium Raises Prices for First Time Since 2023
YouTube Premium announced its first U.S. price increase since 2023, raising the core plan by $2 to $15.99 per month. The Premium Lite and Music tiers each climb $1, now costing $11.99 and $8.99 respectively, while the family plan jumps...
Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler Confirm ‘The Last Five Years’ Live Album Is Arriving Soon | Video
Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler announced that a live album of their one‑night performance of “The Last Five Years” will be released on April 20, with pre‑orders opening immediately. The recording captures the show’s score from the London Palladium, following their...
Justin Tranter Reveals How Their ‘Unfamous’ Podcast Utilizes Their Songwriting Superpower
Justin Tranter, famed songwriter behind hits like “Cake by the Ocean,” launched the “Unfamous” podcast on March 4, focusing on cross‑industry collaborations. The show features guests ranging from pop stars such as Troye Sivan to makeup artists and TV executives, highlighting Tranter’s...
Kanye West Performed on the First Night of Passover. The Crowd Went Wild. We Need to Talk About That |...
Kanye West took the stage at SoFi Stadium on the first night of Passover, performing to a sold‑out crowd of roughly 70,000 despite his recent antisemitic remarks and the "Heil Hitler" controversy. General‑admission tickets were priced at $537.80, and the...
Jimmy Fallon Struggles to Explain 6-7 to BTS After Audience Interruption: ‘It Doesn’t Have a Definition’ | Video
BTS returned to The Tonight Show to promote their first post‑military album, Arirang, marking a high‑profile reunion after an 18‑month service hiatus. During the interview, the studio audience erupted in cheers for the cryptic “6‑7” meme, leaving host Jimmy Fallon scrambling for...
Singer Labrinth Blasts ‘Euphoria,’ Columbia Records in Cryptic Post Saying He’s Done With Entertainment Industry
British singer‑songwriter Labrinth announced on Instagram that he is leaving the entertainment industry, directing profanity‑laden criticism at Columbia Records and HBO’s series Euphoria. He offered no explanation for the abrupt exit, which comes a month before the highly anticipated third...