Carly Rae Jepsen is celebrating a decade of her critically adored 2015 album E•MO•TION with a deluxe 10th Anniversary Edition set to release on October 17 via Interscope. The expanded edition boasts 24 tracks, including fan favorites like “Cut to the Feeling”, fresh takes on “Run Away With Me” remixed by Kyle Shearer and Rostam, and […]
Judas Priest frontman Rob Halford was overcome with grief following the passing of heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne on July 22, revealing that upon hearing the news, he “curled up in a ball and bawled [his] eyes out for hours” while on tour in England. The emotional toll lingered heavily, as Halford admitted he’s “still grieving like […]
Taylor Swift fans are abuzz with speculation that the pop superstar might be gearing up for her Super Bowl LX halftime debut. The chatter kicked into high gear after her recent appearance on the New Heights podcast—hosted by Travis Kelce and Jason Kelce—where Swift casually dominated the conversation about her new hobby: baking sourdough. She […]
This year’s MTV Video Music Awards are set to deliver an electrifying mix of legacy and innovation. On September 7 at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, the stage will light up with performances from genre-spanning artists—from rising names to iconic trailblazers. Sabrina Carpenter returns for her second VMA appearance, bringing new music and multiple […]
The 2025 ASCAP Pop Music Awards spotlighted a new wave of chart-defining stars, with Dua Lipa, Beyoncé, and Shaboozey taking center stage as part of Sony Music Publishing’s triumph as Publisher of the Year. Their genre-bending hits—including Lipa’s sleek disco-pop anthem Houdini, Beyoncé’s groundbreaking country crossover Texas Hold ’Em, and Shaboozey’s viral sensation A Bar […]
This year’s MTV Video Music Awards are revving up to be a landmark night. Lady Gaga leads the pack with 12 nominations, reclaiming the spotlight after Taylor Swift’s prior dominance. Gill-covered favorites Bruno Mars and Kendrick Lamar also shine, earning 11 and 10 nods, respectively. The VMAs introduced two exciting new categories in 2025—Best Pop […]
Iconic rock band Foreigner is set to electrify Cedar Rapids this August with a special stop on their farewell tour at McGrath Amphitheatre. Despite announcing “The Historic Farewell Tour” in 2022, the group continues to tour with surprising energy—and a new frontman—honoring their legendary catalog. On Monday, August 11, Foreigner will perform at 7:30 PM, […]
Pop standout Chappell Roan is stirring up fresh excitement with her latest single, “The Subway,” a track that debuted powerfully at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming her highest-charting entry to date. Roan’s new single marks a vivid shift in tone—its dreamy alt-pop and power-pop lean into shoegaze and jangle-pop shades, delivering a […]
In a masterclass of creative reveals, Taylor Swift announced her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, in a surprise appearance on the New Heights podcast—hosted by her boyfriend Travis Kelce and his brother Jason. The moment, which came amid a midnight countdown timed to perfection, was as theatrically arranged as the title suggests. […]
Led Zeppelin is reviving the magic of Physical Graffiti in grand style. Set for release on September 12, the 50th-anniversary offers include a deluxe 180-gram 3‑LP vinyl edition and a previously unheard live EP—both celebrating the iconic double album’s enduring legacy. The anniversary 3‑LP vinyl revisits the acclaimed 2015 remaster, now packaged with the Companion Audio […]