A federal judge in New York has dismissed Drake’s defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group, ruling that Kendrick Lamar’s hit song “Not Like Us” is a protected form of artistic expression rather than a statement of fact. U.S. District Judge Jeannette A. Vargas issued the decision on October 9, 2025,... Read More »
Megan Thee Stallion has been honored by The Trevor Project with its Mental Health Champion of the Year Award, recognizing the rapper’s outspoken advocacy for mental wellness and her ongoing efforts to destigmatize mental health conversations, particularly among young people and the LGBTQ+ community. The award, announced on World Mental... Read More »
John Lodge, the longtime bassist, vocalist, and songwriter for the Moody Blues, whose songs helped define the group’s sweeping fusion of symphonic rock and pop, has died at the age of 82. His family confirmed his passing in a statement shared Friday on the band’s social media accounts, saying he... Read More »
Louis Tomlinson is setting expectations straight when it comes to the possibility of a One Direction reunion and fans hoping for one anytime soon may want to temper their hopes. In a new Rolling Stone UK cover story, the 32-year-old singer reflected on his time with the globally famous boy... Read More »
Guns N’ Roses fans may finally have reason to believe that a long-awaited new album is on the horizon: in a recent interview with Guitar World, guitarist Slash confirmed that the band has accumulated a substantial amount of material and that new music is “coming”, though, true to the group’s... Read More »
Abbey Road Studios has appointed Grammy-winning producer and songwriter Kid Harpoon as its first-ever Producer in Residence, marking a new chapter for the iconic London recording studio. The appointment positions the British-born musician, whose real name is Thomas Hull, at the helm of both creative and mentorship initiatives designed to... Read More »
Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl rollout had all the hallmarks of her famously orchestrated campaigns, but as the album’s promotional materials surfaced last week, one element drew unexpected scrutiny. A series of short travel-themed videos tied to the campaign sparked debate among fans, some of whom now believe... Read More »
Netflix has ordered a new competition series based on Clue, the iconic murder mystery board game and 1985 cult film. The unscripted show will turn the game’s signature intrigue into a live contest where players must use logic, teamwork, and strategy to solve a fictional crime. In the upcoming series,... Read More »
NBC is developing a television adaptation of Wordle, transforming the viral word puzzle into a competitive game show hosted by Today anchor Savannah Guthrie. The project is being produced by Universal Television Alternative Studio in collaboration with Jimmy Fallon’s Electric Hot Dog company and The New York Times, which owns... Read More »
Yungblud has fired back at critics who slammed his tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards, calling the backlash “bitter and jealous.” The British musician addressed the controversy during a recent appearance on The Osbournes Podcast, hosted by Jack Osbourne, where he reflected on... Read More »
Gene Simmons is recovering at home after a car accident in Malibu on Tuesday afternoon (Oct. 7). The Kiss co-founder and bassist, 75, reportedly fainted while driving his Lincoln Navigator along Pacific Coast Highway, causing the vehicle to drift through several lanes before colliding with a parked car. According to... Read More »
Taylor Swift’s long-awaited return to U.S. late-night television on Monday night (Oct. 6) was met with thunderous applause as she joined Jimmy Fallon for an extended interview on The Tonight Show. The singer, dazzling in a silver mini dress and heels, spoke candidly about rumors surrounding a possible Super Bowl... Read More »
Tom Morello has never been one to play it safe. Whether shredding onstage with Rage Against the Machine or standing on the front lines of social justice protests, his artistry has always been inseparable from his activism. Now, the 61-year-old guitarist is taking both to a new frontier, fronting his... Read More »
Memphis rapper Pooh Shiesty, born Lontrell Williams Jr., is officially a free man. After serving more than four years of a 63-month federal sentence, the 24-year-old artist was quietly released from prison this week, nearly two years ahead of schedule. His early freedom comes as a result of time served... Read More »
A legal dispute has erupted between British singer-songwriter Lola Young and American producer Carter Lang, centering on songwriting credits for four of her songs. The 24-year-old artist has filed proceedings in London, alleging that Lang, known for his work with artists like SZA, Justin Bieber, and Reneé Rapp falsely claimed... Read More »
