A federal judge has barred prosecutors from introducing select rap lyrics by Lil Durk as evidence in his high-profile murder-for-hire case, signaling a critical early win for the rapper’s defense. However, the broader battle over whether Durk’s music can be used against him in court is far from over. On Monday, U.S. District Judge Michael […]
Paul Thomas Anderson and Jonny Greenwood are pushing back against the unauthorized use of music from Phantom Thread in the documentary Melania, adding a creative rights dispute to the film’s already noisy release cycle. The pair say a piece of Greenwood’s score was included without proper consultation, an issue they argue runs afoul of the […]
Mariah Carey’s appearance at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics opening ceremony instantly became one of the most discussed moments of the night. Performing before a packed San Siro Stadium and a global television audience, the pop icon took on the Italian standard “Nel Blu Dipinto di Blu,” better known as “Volare,” singing entirely in Italian. […]
Bad Bunny turned the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show into a moment no one saw coming by hosting a real wedding live on one of the world’s biggest stages. What initially appeared to be an elaborate performance concept was later confirmed as a legally binding marriage carried out during the broadcast. The couple at the […]
1962 – Neil Sedaka recorded “Breaking Up is Hard to Do” for the first time. 1964 – The Beatles made the first of three record-breaking appearances on “The Ed Sullivan Show.” 73 million people watched the show. It was their American TV debut. 1964 – Davy Jones made his U.S. television debut on “The Ed […]
The Musicians Hall of Fame is set to shine a spotlight on an impressive cross section of musical excellence with its newly announced class of inductees. The 2026 group reflects decades of influence across country, rock, pop, and soul, honoring both household names and the players whose work shaped countless recordings. Among this year’s honorees […]
Brad Arnold, the unmistakable voice behind 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47 following a battle with Stage 4 kidney cancer. The band confirmed that Arnold passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, surrounded by family and loved ones. Arnold was a founding member of 3 Doors Down, a Mississippi-born band […]
After more than half a century at the top of American rock music, the Eagles appear to be nearing the end of the road. Don Henley, the band’s co-founding drummer, singer, and creative anchor, says retirement is now firmly in sight. Speaking in a recent television interview, Henley acknowledged that while he has hinted at […]
TPU took aim at Super Bowl halftime culture by offering its own “All-American Halftime Show,” pitched as an alternative for viewers uninterested in the NFL’s choice of headliner. While the concept suggested confrontation, the execution leaned heavily toward restraint. Rather than a fiery rebuttal to the main event, the 35-minute program unfolded as a mild, […]
Before the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks took the field at Super Bowl LX, Charlie Puth stepped into the spotlight with a polished and heartfelt performance of the National Anthem. Seated at the piano, Puth delivered a restrained yet emotional rendition that leaned into musicality rather than spectacle. Backed by a tight live band, […]