As Beyoncé’s first country album, Cowboy Carter, became the best-selling album of 2024, the star faced an unexpected snub from the Country Music Association (CMA) when the nominations were announced in late September. Fans of the pop icon were outraged, but country music heavyweight Luke Bryan offered a more nuanced perspective on why Beyoncé might […]
1939 – Perry Como recorded “That Old Gang of Mine” with the Ted Weems Orchestra. 1943 – “Is You is or is You Ain’t My Baby?” by Louis Jordan and His Tympany Five was released. 1963 – Eric Clapton was asked to join the Yardbirds to replace Anthony “Top” Topham. 1969 – The song “Suite: […]
A makeup artist has filed a lawsuit accusing country music megastar Garth Brooks of sexual assault, a case that her attorneys say highlights the prevalence of sexual misconduct beyond industries typically scrutinized. The woman, referred to in court documents by the pseudonym “Jane Roe,” alleges that Brooks raped her in a hotel room, made unwanted […]
Elton John delivered an emotional and heartfelt speech at the New York Film Festival on October 1, during the premiere of his documentary Elton John: Never Too Late. Surrounded by his husband David Furnish and co-director R.J. Cutler, the 77-year-old music icon opened up about his health struggles, the joy his family has brought him, […]
Canadian nu-metal/post-grunge band Three Days Grace surprised their fans with some major news this morning—original lead vocalist Adam Gontier is officially rejoining the band. However, in a unique twist, Matt Walst, who replaced Gontier in 2013, isn’t going anywhere. This means the band is now embracing a dual-vocalist setup, something rarely seen in the rock […]
Joe Jonas is the latest musician to distance himself from Sean “Diddy” Combs, as the embattled rapper faces numerous sexual assault allegations. Jonas made the change during a recent Jonas Brothers concert in Paris, choosing to adjust a lyric in his hit song “Cake by the Ocean,” a track from his side project DNCE. On […]
Beyoncé is headed for the 2025 Grammys with unexpected but exciting nods. Beyoncé’s latest album Cowboy Carter is vying for Best Country Album. A source revealed that the Recording Academy’s screening committee determined the categories last week, setting the stage for a competitive Grammy season. Sabrina Carpenter, known for her recent chart-topping hits like “Espresso” […]
After years of disputes and setbacks, legendary British rock band Pink Floyd has finalized the sale of their recorded-music and name-and-likeness rights to Sony Music for approximately $400 million. The deal, one of the largest in recent music history, comes after prolonged infighting between key members, notably Roger Waters and David Gilmour. Also involved in […]
Queens of the Stone Age are preparing to hit the road again in 2025, following the cancellation of multiple 2024 shows due to lead singer and guitarist Josh Homme’s health concerns. Earlier this year, the band had to call off eight festival dates on their End Is Nero tour as Homme returned to the U.S. […]
In a candid interview with Earn Your Leisure, 50 Cent shared his thoughts on today’s hip-hop music, revealing the mindset he’d need to adopt to stay competitive in the current scene. “If you listen to the music that’s out right now, I have to tap into my stupid,” the 49-year-old rapper said, reflecting on the […]