Music News
John Branca Takes the Stand in Michael Jackson Tax Trial
Billboard - 7 Feb 2017 06:11
Prominent music attorney John Branca took the stand Monday on the first day of trial in a potentially billion-dollar tax fight between Michael...
Watch Janelle Monáe Have a Very Jovial Conversation on Conan
SPIN - 7 Feb 2017 16:37
Janelle Monae's first two live film roles--Moonlight and Hidden Figures--are both up for Best Picture Oscars this year. Last night, the auspicious start to her silver screen career landed her an interview on Conan. The A...
Morrissey Announces 2017 U.S. Tour Dates
SPIN - 7 Feb 2017 17:00
Days after revealing his first show of 2017 with a Donald Trump meme, Morrissey has announced five new tour dates in the U.S. Three of the five shows, including one that was postponed from last year, will be in Texas, wi...
Prince's Iconic Backing Band the Revolution to Tour This Spring
SPIN - 7 Feb 2017 16:44
Prince's iconic '80s backing band The Revolution will celebrate his legacy with a short string of tour dates this spring. The lineup for the dates, which the group announced via a ticketing link on Twitter, features guit...
Sting to Receive Prestigious Swedish Award, Polar Music Prize
Radio.com - 7 Feb 2017 16:56
"To be recognized in this way is truly meaningful. I am looking forward to coming to Sweden in June for this special evening," Sting said.
Sting, Wayne Shorter Win Polar Music Prize
Stereogum - 7 Feb 2017 16:34
Sting and Wayne Shorter are the Laureates for this year's Polar Music Prize, a Swedish award founded by ABBA manager Stig Anderson in 1989 "celebrating the power and importance of music." Per Reuters, each winner receive...
M.I.A. to Curate Border-Inspired Meltdown Festival
Radio.com - 7 Feb 2017 16:32
"I plan to bring together music's best forward thinkers who have contributed to all our lives. When music acts as inspiration, it's boundary-less," she said.
John Legend taking baby Luna on tour
Music News - 7 Feb 2017 13:30
John Legend revealed during a Facebook Live session that daughter Luna Simone will be joining him on the tour.
Elton John to pay emotional tribute to George Michael on his radio show
Music News - 7 Feb 2017 13:30
Elton John dedicated a number of tracks on his online radio show to the late Wham! musician George Michael.
Lady Gaga Reportedly Performing With Metallica At The Grammys
Stereogum - 7 Feb 2017 16:34
For a little while, the Grammys were planning to include a live-onstage collaboration from a Tribe Called Quest, Anderson .Paak, and Dave Grohl. That would've been pretty weird! Grammy producers have canceled that plan, ...
Drake launches into anti-Trump tirade at London gig
Music News - 7 Feb 2017 13:30
Drake is the latest musician to angrily denounce U.S. President Donald Trump.
Ken-Y Speaks Out After His Arrest in Thailand: Exclusive
Billboard - 7 Feb 2017 02:33
It's now been a couple of weeks sinceKenny Vazquez, best known as Ken-Y, was arrested in Thailand byairport security officials for...
AJ Tracey heads to New York for 'Luke Cage' video
The 405 - 7 Feb 2017 23:59
For those that predicted that AJ Tracey would have an incredible year, you bet wisely. The West London MC was just named the winner of MTV Brand New 2017 and that follows the success of his much acclaimed recently releas...
Jamie Lynn Spears' Daughter 'Awake and Talking'
Radio.com - 7 Feb 2017 23:45
Spears' daughter Maddie was involved in a serious ATV accident earlier in the week.
Lady Gaga Teases Cameo on 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Season Premiere
Billboard - 7 Feb 2017 23:32
An already victorious week for Super Bowl LI halftime performer Lady Gaga is just getting more exciting, with the announcement Tuesday (Feb. 7) that...
Inside Jake Gyllenhaal's 'Sunday in the Park With George' Preview Film: Exclusive Director Interview
Billboard - 7 Feb 2017 23:25
On Saturday, Jake Gyllenhaal will make his Broadway debut in the vocally and dramatically challenging role of Georges Seurat in Stephen Sondheim...
Katy Perry's New Single Isn't Here Yet & Stan Wars Are Already Erupting
Idolator - 7 Feb 2017 23:20
There’s no copyright on pink.
Rob Halford Looks Back on Judas Priest's 'Turbo'
Radio.com - 7 Feb 2017 23:12
"It's normal to have a record or two where your fans push back a little bit," Halford says about the then-controversial album.
'Love & Hip Hop' Season 7, Episode 13 Recap: Peter Asks Amina for a Divorce
The Boombox - 7 Feb 2017 23:12
In this week's episode of 'Love & Hip Hop,' Peter finally ends things with Amina. But will she accept it?
Colbert's Late Show Beats Fallon's Tonight Show in Ratings for the First Time Since Debut Week
SPIN - 7 Feb 2017 22:57
Stephen Colbert came in hot during his first full week hosting the Late Show since Trump's inauguration. The Late Show topped NBC's Tonight Show in the Nielsen race for the first time since Colbert's debut week in Septem...
Jason Isbell Teases New Music
Stereogum - 7 Feb 2017 22:56
We were such big fans of Jason Isbell's most recent album, 2015's Something More Than Free, that we interviewed the former Drive-By Trucker and named it one of the best albums that year. Now, it looks like he's gearing u...
Michael Bolton's Valentine's Day Special is Out of Control
Radio.com - 7 Feb 2017 22:56
'Spend the evening with the world's greatest lover.'