Category: Classic Hits

May 18 in Music History: From Beatlemania to Boy Band Glory

May 18 has delivered more than a few memorable moments in music history, spanning the rise of rock legends, quirky novelty hits, and one of the biggest pop albums of the late 1990s. Back in 1963, The Beatles kicked off their third tour across the United Kingdom in Slough, England. At the start of the […]

From “Raspberry Beret” to Rock Royalty: Music History Made on May 15

May 15 has delivered no shortage of memorable moments across rock, pop, and entertainment history, spanning groundbreaking albums, major career milestones, and iconic honors. Back in 1963, The Hollies entered the studio to begin recording sessions for what would become their debut album, Stay with The Hollies. The project arrived the following January and helped […]

Madonna, Shakira and BTS Set for Historic World Cup Final Halftime Show

FIFA is turning the World Cup final into a full-scale entertainment spectacle. For the first time in tournament history, the FIFA World Cup Final will feature a halftime show, and organizers are going big right out of the gate. Global superstars Madonna, Shakira, and BTS have officially been announced as co-headliners for the historic performance […]

Viral Performance Video Pushes Ella Langley’s Hot Streak Even Further

Ella Langley’s breakout year just picked up even more steam after a recent concert video sent country music fans racing to social media. The Alabama-born singer turned heads online after sharing footage from her “Dandelion” tour, where she appeared in a bold white stage outfit while performing in front of a packed crowd. The clip […]

Bono and U2 Bring Rock Spectacle to Mexico City With New Video

U2 turned the streets of Mexico City into a massive open-air rock set this week as the legendary Irish band filmed a new music video for its upcoming single, “Street of Dreams.” Crowds packed the historic downtown area near Plaza de Santo Domingo while Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen Jr. performed from […]

Janet Jackson Celebrates Historic Grammy Hall of Fame Honor

Janet Jackson added another milestone to her legendary career this week as her groundbreaking 1989 album Rhythm Nation 1814 earned induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame. The singer made a rare public appearance at the 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala, where the Recording Academy celebrated recordings that have left a lasting mark on […]

Shania Twain Takes the ACM Stage as Women Dominate 2026 Nominations

Country music is heading back to Las Vegas, and this year’s Academy of Country Music Awards are shaping up to be a celebration led by some of the genre’s biggest female stars. The 61st ACM Awards will take place May 17 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, marking the show’s return to Las Vegas after […]

The Stories That Shaped May 13 in Music History

Rock history has never exactly been quiet, and May 13 proved that point repeatedly across decades of unforgettable headlines, groundbreaking music, and larger-than-life personalities. The date carries one of the earliest examples of rock and roll frenzy spiraling out of control. In 1955, Elvis Presley triggered chaos during a concert in Jacksonville, Florida after inviting […]

Dua Lipa Hits Samsung With $15 Million Lawsuit Over TV Packaging

Dua Lipa is taking one of the world’s biggest electronics brands to court after accusing Samsung of using her image to help sell televisions without permission. The Grammy-winning pop star has filed a lawsuit in California seeking at least $15 million in damages, claiming the company placed her likeness on packaging for televisions sold across […]

KATSEYE and Teddy Swims Lead Wango Tango’s Pop-Powered Lineup

The countdown to Wango Tango just got louder. This year’s edition of the concert is shaping up to be a collision of global pop power, breakout talent, and crowd-pleasing radio staples, with KATSEYE and Teddy Swims reportedly among the artists heading to the stage. For fans of mainstream pop and crossover hits, the lineup feels […]