Category: Lite AC

The Countdown Begins: 2026 Grammy Nominations Reveal Hosted by Pop’s New Guard

The upcoming reveal of the 2026 Grammy nominations is shaping up to be a bold moment for pop music, anchored by pop‑powerhouse stars taking the virtual stage. On November 7, 2025, at 8 a.m. PT/11 a.m. ET, the Recording Academy will livestream the official nominations announcement for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, with two front‑and‑center presenters: Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan. For Sabrina Carpenter, […]

Speed Meets Sound: Star-Studded Lineup Announced for Las Vegas Grand Prix

Las Vegas is revving up the volume alongside the engines for the 2025 Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix, promising a music lineup as high-octane as the race itself. Set for November 22, the Grid stage will transform into a full-blown concert venue, delivering back-to-back sets from global stars embedded within the weekend’s motorsport […]

Hall of Fame Ceremony Gears Up with Chappell Roan, Killers, and More

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is doubling down on star power for its 40th annual induction ceremony, bringing in Chappell Roan and The Killers to round out a glittering list of presenters and performers. The milestone event, set for November 8 at the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles, promises a night of […]

Sting to Headline Super Bowl Weekend Concert in San Francisco

Sting is set to bring his signature sound to the Super Bowl weekend festivities with a high-profile performance in San Francisco. The British music icon will headline a special concert on February 6, 2025, at the Palace of Fine Arts, kicking off a weekend of entertainment leading up to Super Bowl LIX. The show is […]

Pop Revival: Demi Lovato Hits the Road with It’s Not That Deep

After a high-energy album drop and an intimate Los Angeles performance, Demi Lovato is taking her latest era on the road. The pop powerhouse announced a 23-city North American tour in support of her ninth studio album, It’s Not That Deep, released on October 24. The tour begins April 8 in Charlotte, North Carolina, and […]

From Montreal to Paris: Perry and Trudeau’s Romance Goes Public

Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau are officially public as a couple, and they made their debut in dazzling style. The pop star and the former Canadian Prime Minister were seen walking hand-in-hand outside the Crazy Horse Paris cabaret on October 25, marking Perry’s 41st birthday with a touch of glamour and a lot of speculation […]

KISS, LL Cool J, and Taylor Swift Among SHOF 2026 Nominees

Taylor Swift could soon rewrite Songwriters Hall of Fame history. With her nomination for full membership, Swift is poised to become the first artist to graduate from the organization’s Hal David Starlight Award—a recognition she received in 2010—to full induction status. It’s a rare distinction that would mark another milestone in her storied career. Eligibility […]

Doechii Turns Up the Heat with Hip-Hop Homage to Charli XCX

Doechii kicked off her “Live From the Swamp” Tour in style, bringing a bold blend of performance art, hip-hop finesse, and pop culture savvy to Chicago’s Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom on October 14. The Tampa-born rapper-singer fused her 2022 breakout track “Persuasive” with Charli XCX’s electrifying “360” from the Brat album, creating a moment of […]

Mariah Carey Honored as 2026 Person of the Year by MusiCares

Mariah Carey

Superstar Mariah Carey has been named the 2026 Person of the Year by MusiCares, the charitable arm of the Recording Academy. The announcement, made on October 21, highlighted Carey’s impact not only as a chart-topping artist but as a committed humanitarian and advocate for underserved communities. Carey’s achievements span more than hits — she co-founded […]

Charlie Puth Announces New Album Whatever’s Clever!—and Baby on the Way

Charlie Puth has a lot of changes coming—and he’s embracing every one of them. The pop hitmaker revealed this week that his fourth studio album, Whatever’s Clever!, is set to drop on March 6, 2026 via Atlantic Records. Alongside the announcement, Puth released a nostalgic, synth-soaked music video for the lead single, “Changes”—and tucked a […]