Bruce Springsteen has released a powerful new protest song, “Streets of Minneapolis,” directly responding to recent controversial events in Minneapolis involving federal immigration enforcement and community protests. The track was released on January 28, 2026, just days after two Minneapolis residents, Alex Pretti and Renee Good, were fatally shot in separate encounters with federal agents […]
The music world will turn its spotlight to Los Angeles this Sunday, February 1st, as the 68th Annual Grammy Awards take place at the Crypto.com Arena. With television coverage on CBS and streaming available, the night promises celebration, surprise winners, and memorable performances across genres. In a particularly poignant chapter for country music, iconic singer‑songwriter […]
A rising chorus of artists is taking a stand against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, with musicians across genres using their platforms to demand change. From sharp tweets to rally cries, their collective outrage points to growing discontent with how ICE operates, particularly amid footage of violent raids and troubling detainment practices. Kehlani was among […]
1956 – Elvis Presley made his first appearance on national television on “The Dorsey Brothers Stage Show” on CBS. 1965 – The Who made their first appearance on the British TV rock show “Ready Steady Go!” 1966 – Brian Poole and the Tremeloes announced their break-up. 1978 – At the request of a fan, Ted […]
In Las Vegas on January 24, the Eagles took to the stage at the Sphere without guitarist Joe Walsh for the first time since he joined the band in 1975, after the rock veteran came down with the flu. The absence marked the end of more than 50 years of uninterrupted appearances by Walsh with […]
In its ongoing Greatest Pop Stars of 2025 series, Billboard’s podcast recently turned its spotlight on singer‑songwriter Sabrina Carpenter, placing her at number five on the magazine’s ranking of the year’s most influential and successful pop artists. The episode digs into what made Carpenter such a defining presence in 2025 — from chart dominance to […]
Summer Walker, one of contemporary R&B’s most compelling voices, is hitting the road in a big way in 2026 with her Still Finally Over It Tour. The arena tour is slated to begin May 26 in Toronto before rolling through key North American markets and culminating with dates in Vancouver and London. The tour supports […]
Reba McEntire has revisited one of the most painful moments of her long career with an emotional look back at the 1991 plane crash that killed eight members of her band and crew. The accident, which occurred shortly after a concert in San Diego, left McEntire devastated and uncertain about her ability to perform again. […]
The Eagles have etched their name deeper into music history with a certification milestone few artists ever approach. Their 1976 compilation Their Greatest Hits (1971‑1975) has become the first album in United States history to be certified quadruple diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America, signifying more than 40 million units sold domestically. This […]
Country music star Jelly Roll’s remarkable weight loss journey has had a profound effect on his personal life, especially his role as a father. The 41‑year‑old singer, known offstage as Jason DeFord, has shed around 300 pounds over the last several years. The transformation has not only improved his health but also his family life, […]