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In Tampa, Taylor Swift drops more ‘Speak Now’ hints, (possibly) makes vague reference to breakupIn Tampa, Taylor Swift drops more ‘Speak Now’ hints, (possibly) makes vague reference to breakup
TAS Rights Management Playing her first show since news broke of her breakup with Joe Alwyn, Taylor Swift didn’t address that particular event during her Thursday night show in Tampa, Florida, but she might have acknowledged it — as well as hinting once again at the release of Speak Now (Taylor’s Version). “Is it just me or…
Read MoreWatch Lewis Capaldi turn the ‘Friends’ theme into an emotional balladWatch Lewis Capaldi turn the ‘Friends’ theme into an emotional ballad
Capitol Records Lewis Capaldi is known for his emotional ballads and apparently he has the power to apply that singing style to one of the most upbeat songs ever. For the British radio station Capital FM, Lewis performed a “bedroom cover” — a song by a different artist, performed while on a set designed to…
Read MoreLady Gaga appointed co-chair of President Biden’s Committee on the Arts and the HumanitiesLady Gaga appointed co-chair of President Biden’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities
Joe Biden and Lady Gaga in 2016; Ethan Miller/Getty Images Lady Gaga and President Joe Biden have known each other for years: Back in 2016, they worked together to raise awareness of sexual assault, especially on college campuses. She also campaigned for him and, of course, sang the national anthem at his inauguration. Now, he’s…
Read MoreKelly Clarkson’s new album features guest appearances by Sheila E. and…Steve Martin?Kelly Clarkson’s new album features guest appearances by Sheila E. and…Steve Martin?
Atlantic Records Kelly Clarkson‘s tenth studio album chemistry will be out June 23 and it features some unexpected guest artists. Kelly revealed the album’s track list, and one song, “that’s right,” features legendary drummer/percussionist Sheila E., best known for her work with Prince and for her ’80s hits “The Glamorous Life” and “A Love Bizarre.”…
Read MoreReport: Britney Spears’ “brutally honest” and “inspiring” memoir is coming this fallReport: Britney Spears’ “brutally honest” and “inspiring” memoir is coming this fall
Soon, we’ll have something other than Britney Spears‘ Instagram posts to read. Page Six reports that the singer’s memoir, for which she reportedly received a $15 million advance, will be coming out in the fall, and a source describes it as “a story of triumph,” as well as “a story of survival, finding her way…
Read MoreKelly Clarkson releases two songs from her next chapter a day before 20th anniversary of her debutKelly Clarkson releases two songs from her next chapter a day before 20th anniversary of her debut
Sony Legacy Kelly Clarkson‘s having a full-circle moment: She released two new songs from her upcoming album, Chemistry, 24 hours before she marks the 20th anniversary of her very first album, Thankful. Released on April 15, 2003 — six months after Kelly won the first season of American Idol — Thankful featured Kelly’s first non-Idol single, “Miss Independent.” It was co-written by Christina Aguilera,…
Read MorePowerpuff Girls ride again: Lauren Spencer Smith taps Em Beihold and Gayle for new single “Fantasy”Powerpuff Girls ride again: Lauren Spencer Smith taps Em Beihold and Gayle for new single “Fantasy”
Republic Lauren Spencer Smith, who broke out on TikTok with her song “Fingers Crossed,” has teamed up with two female singers who also broke through on TikTok: “abcdefu” singer Gayle and “Numb Little Bug” artist Em Beihold. Their collaborative single “Fantasy” has just dropped, and as Em tells ABC Audio, “It’s fun to do it with…
Read MoreMusic notes: Lil Nas X, Mariah Carey, Niall Horan and moreMusic notes: Lil Nas X, Mariah Carey, Niall Horan and more
Lil Nas X has a message for his LGBTQ+ fans in Saudi Arabia. On Wednesday, he retweeted a post showing that his song “Sun Goes Down” is number one on iTunes in Saudi Arabia. In an accompanying message, he wrote, “to my gays fans from saudi arabia reading this, i hope this song is getting…
Read MoreYet another college adds a Taylor Swift class to its curriculumYet another college adds a Taylor Swift class to its curriculum
ABC If you’re a college or university and you don’t have a Taylor Swift class, are you even a school, bro? The Boston Globe reports that Boston’s Berklee College of Music is the latest institute of higher education to add a class on Taylor Swift to its curriculum. In this case, though, it makes a lot of sense, considering Berklee…
Read MoreJustin Timberlake announces scholarships in honor of his late backup singerJustin Timberlake announces scholarships in honor of his late backup singer
Justin Timberlake (center, in white cap) with 1500 Sound Academy co-founders, students and faculty; Courtesy 1500 Sound Academy Justin Timberlake is honoring a late member of his band the Tennessee Kids in a special way. Justin visited the Inglewood, California, campus of 1500 Sound Academy, which provides mentorship and professional development to future music creatives, to announce the Nicole…
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