News

Amid teasing his next album, Ed Sheeran has called on the U.K. government to secure longterm funding for music education in an open letter backed by Harry Styles, Elton John, Central Cee, and more.

The letter (which is available to read on Sheeran’s Instagram) was sent to Prime Minister Keir Starmer and U.K. government officials, asking them to commit £250 million (about $322 million) to “repair decades of dismantling music.” It notes that the music industry brings £7.6 billion into the U.K. economy each year, “yet the next generation is...

Mercury Records has promoted Tyler Arnold to chairman and CEO and Ben Adelson to president and COO, the label announced Wednesday.

The pair have been with the label since its relaunch in 2022, previously serving as president (Arnold) and general manager (Adelson). They will report to Republic Collective founder, chairman and CEO Monte Lipman and founder, vice chairman and COO Avery Lipman. The latter of which Adelson previously worked under as an assistant in 2008.

“Tyler and Ben began their careers at Republic, and we’ve had a front-row seat to their incredible growth. It’s been nothing short of inspiring to watch,” the co-founders said in a statement. “With Mercury, they are building a legacy that honors the label’s history by developing, breaking and supporting the next generation of career-defining artists.”

Mercury currently holds five spots on the year’s top 20 albums so far with Post Malone’s F-1 Trillion and The Diamond Collection,...

New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival has revealed its 2025 lineup featuring Pearl Jam, Dave Matthews Band, hometown hero Lil Wayne with The Roots, Lenny Kravitz, Kacey Musgraves, John Fogerty, Luke Combs, Santana, and Burna Boy as headliners.

Other notable acts set to play include Haim, Cage the Elephant, My Morning Jacket, Goose, Laufey, Gladys Knight, Patti Labelle, Kamasi Washington, Banda Ms, The Wailers featuring Julian Marley, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Cheap Trick, Trombone Short & Orleans Avenue, Harry Connick Jr., The Revivalists, Margo Price, Irma Thomas, Tank and The Bangas, Branford Marsalis, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Maze Honoring Frankie Beverly “The Legacy Band”, Morris Day & the Time, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Hurray for the Riff Raff, James Bay, Taj Mahal & The Phantom Blues Band, Seun Kuti & Egypt 80, Cyril Neville, Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives, James Bay, Dumpstaphunk, The Radiators, Samantha Fish, Anders Osborne, Kenny Wayne Shepherd with Bobby Rush, Terence Blanchard, and more.

Boston Calling Music Festival will return to the Harvard Athletic Complex in Lower Allston from May 23 through May 25. The Memorial Day weekend event will include headlining performances from Luke Combs, Fall Out Boy, and Dave Matthews Band.

Combs will close out the first day of the festival following performances from Megan Moroney, Sheryl Crow, T-Pain, TLC, Infinity Song, Kyle Dion, Bebe Stockwell, Holy Roller, and more. Fall Out Boy will headline on day two, which features appearances from Avril Lavigne, Cage The Elephant, The Black Crowes, All Time Low, James Bay,...

The lineup for Boston Calling 2025 has been announced, with Luke Combs, Fall Out Boy, and Dave Matthews Band topping the billing as this year’s headliners.

The three-day festival will be held just outside Beantown in Allston, Massachusetts on Memorial Day weekend, May 23rd through 25th.

Filling out the lineup will be a variety of acts from multiple genres, including Vampire Weekend, Avril Lavigne, Cage the Elephant, Megan Moroney, Sublime, Sheryl Crow, T-Pain, The Black Crowes, Public Enemy, Remi Wolf, TLC, All Time Low, Goth Babe, mike., James Bay, Tom Morello, Lucius, Spin Doctors, and more. Check out 2025 lineup poster below.

Tickets for Boston Calling 2025, including Ga, Ga+, VIP, and Platinum passes, will first become available via a pre-sale opening on the festival’s website on Wednesday, January 8th at 10:00 a.m. Et.

This year’s rendition of the festival will also see the introduction of a rotating...

Jersey Shore star Angelina Pivarnick may have suggested her fiance, or ex-fiance, “failed as a man” after their complicated relationship drama aired on Family Vacation.

The past few episodes of the MTV spinoff focused on the cast’s trip to Miami, Florida, to visit the Versace Mansion. However, it wasn’t pleasant for everyone.

Angelina and her fiance, Vinny Tortorella, also known as Vinny 2.0, had a loud argument, and castmates overheard their heated verbal exchange.

Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino chatted one-on-one with Vinny 2.0 outside the mansion while Angelina confided in Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi and Jenni “JWoww” Farley in a fancy room.

While 2.0 told Mike it was like any other couple having issues, Angelina’s issues with Vinny differed. She felt they were not progressing enough toward marriage and having children after two years of engagement.

She and her castmates also discussed how it might be time to ditch Vinny 2.0 because...

Josh Groban & Friends Go Home for the Holidays is airing tonight!

Josh Groban‘s CBS special will air at 9 p.m. Et, and live and on-demand for Paramount+ with Showtime subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the special airs.

Hosted and executive produced by the 43-year-old singer-songwriter, the special features “a new format combining compelling stories, music, comedy and a live adoption on stage, celebrating the creation of a new family.”

Keep reading to find out more…

Musical performances include holiday classics, new releases and original duets with Josh and his guests, including James Bay, Jennifer Hudson, Tori Kelly and The War And Treaty.

“I am honored and excited to host a show with friends old and new to celebrate the unity and togetherness of the holidays. It’s especially important because it will spread the importance of adoption and will feature the most incredible kids.

Haley Lu Richardson is joining the CIA alongside Emilia Clarke.

The White Lotus vet has boarded the Peacock espionage thriller Ponies, starring Game of Thrones alum Clarke, our sister site Variety reports.

More from TVLineNo Good Deed: Lisa Kudrow and Ray Romano Scheme to Conceal a Dark Secret in New Trailer - WatchGrey's Anatomy Sneak Peek: Mika's Colleagues Rally Around Her... But Is It Already Too Late? (Exclusive)Get Millie Black: Tamara Lawrance and Joe Dempsie Are On the Case in New Trailer for HBO Drama

Co-created by David Iserson (Mr. Robot, The Spy Who Dumped Me) and Susanna Fogel...

‘Josh Groban and Friends Go Home for the Holidays’

Tony, Emmy and five-time Grammy nominee Josh Groban hosts and executive produces Josh Groban & Friends Go Home for the Holidays, a holiday special focusing on the transformative power of family. The network’s set a Friday, December 20, 2024 debut at 9pm Et/Pt.

“I am honored and excited to host a show with friends old and new to celebrate the unity and togetherness of the holidays. It’s especially important because it will spread the importance of adoption and will feature the most incredible kids. I can’t wait for everyone to watch with their families, sing along, and hopefully make room in their hearts and homes for a child who needs one,” said Josh Groban.

Josh Groban will be joined by special guests Grammy nominee James Bay, two-time Grammy winner Tori Kelly, two-time Grammy nominee The War And Treaty, and Grammy,...

The Prime Video comedy series “Harlem” returns for a third season on Jan. 23, the streamer announced this week. The show will premiere worldwide across more than 240 countries through Amazon’s Prime Video platform. Created by Tracy Oliver, “Harlem” will continue to follow its four main best friends, Quinn (Grace Byers), Tye (Jerrie Johnson), Camille (Meagan Good) and Angie (Shoniqua Shandai), through romance, friendship, motherhood and their professional careers.

New cast members include Seth (Kofi Siriboe), an MLB player who also happens to be a romantic interest; Portia (Logan Browning), a beautiful woman from Ian’s (Tyler Lepley) childhood; and Eva (Gail Bean), a young woman who starts working with Tye. Eva’s mother will be played by Robin Givens.

First Looks

The reality television series “Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test” will premiere its third season on Jan. 8 at 8:00–10:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Season 3 will feature a slate of...

On Wednesday, 17 July 2024, Late Night with Seth Meyers welcomes Michael Cera, Daisy Edgar-Jones, and James Bay to the show. Michael Cera is a Canadian actor known for his roles in Juno (2007), Superbad (2007), and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010). He voices the character Barry in the animated series Sausage Party: Foodtopia, […]

Late Night with Seth Meyers: Michael Cera, Daisy Edgar-Jones, James Bay...

American Idol season 20 finalist Fritz Hager placed in the Top 5 of the singing competition show. Since American Idol season 20 ended, Fritz has released three singles. Fritz has been performing live, including shows with his fellow American Idol season 20 finalist Leah Marlene.

American Idol season 20 finalist Fritz Hager captivated the audience when he competed in the singing competition show in 2022, and he's been busy with many exciting things ever since. Fritz, a then-21-year-old singer from Tyler, Texas, worked as a security officer before he left his job to pursue music. He made it to the Top 5 of American Idol season 20, along with Nicolina. They were eliminated just before the Top 3, which consisted of third place finisher Leah Marlene, runner-up HunterGirl, and winner Noah Thompson.

During American Idol season 20, Fritz wowed everyone with his extraordinary emotional performances. He brought his own unique style to songs such as "Waves" by Dean Lewis,...

On Sunday, May 19, the Final 3 artists on “American Idol” Season 22 each performed a pair of “Finale Night” songs as viewers voted live coast-to-coast for their favorites. (Read our minute-by-minute recap.) Ultimately, after millions of votes were cast, host Ryan Seacrest announced that the 22nd winner in “Idol” history was Abi Carter. The runner-up was Will Moseley and the third place finisher was Jack Blocker. Do you agree or disagree with those results? Be sure to comment below with your immediate reactions!

This year on the show, Abi delivered tunes like “What Was I Made For?” (Auditions round), “If I Could Turn Back Time” (Showstopper round), “Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)” (Top 24 round), “Welcome to the Black Parade” & “My Mind” (Top 20 round), “Goodbye, Yellow Brick Road” (Top 14 round), “All Too Well” (Top 12 round), “Clocks” (Top 10 round), “Bring Me to Life” (Top 8 round), “My Songs Know What You Did in the Dark...

On Sunday, May 19, the Final 3 artists on “American Idol” Season 22 each performed a pair of “Finale Night” songs as viewers voted live coast-to-coast for their favorites. (Read our minute-by-minute recap.) Ultimately, after millions of votes were cast, host Ryan Seacrest announced that the person eliminated in second place was Will Moseley, which meant Abi Carter was the winner. (Jack Blocker went home earlier in the night in third place.) Do you agree or disagree with those results? Be sure to comment below with your immediate reactions!

Will kept viewers entertained with song choices such as “Gone for Good” (Auditions round), “Ain’t No Sunshine” (Showstopper round), “(Sittin’ on) The Dock of the Bay” (Top 24 round), “Makin’ Me Look Good Again” & “Gone for Good” (Top 20 round), “Night Moves” (Top 14 round), “Starting Over” (Top 12 round), “Modern-Day Bonnie and Clyde” (Top 10 round), “Folsom Prison Blues” (Top 8 round), “Gimme Three Steps” & “Rolling in the...

Spoiler Alert: This article contains details of the winner of American Idol Season 22.

American Idol crowned its Season 22 winner and said goodbye to Katy Perry.

Jack Blocker, Abi Carter, and Will Moseley started the night by honoring mentor Jon Bon Jovi. They took the stage to sing “Livin’ on a Prayer,” followed by “Legendary,” with the artist himself joining the trio.

The three finalists also sang Bon Jovi Songs, with Moseley taking “It’s My Life,” Blocker singing “I’ll Be There for You,” and Carter performing “Bed of Roses.”

In the second round of singing, before the third place winner would be announced, Mosely sang “My Town,” Blocker performed “All My Ex’s Live in Texas,” and Carter interpreted “Somewhere.”

Blocker was eliminated from American Idol, leaving Moseley and Carter as the Top 2 finalists of Season 22.

After three hours and voting closed for a second time, viewers voted for Carter...

On Sunday, May 19, the Final 3 artists on “American Idol” Season 22 each performed a pair of “Finale Night” songs as viewers voted live coast-to-coast for their favorites. (Read our minute-by-minute recap.) Ultimately, after millions of votes were cast, host Ryan Seacrest announced that the person eliminated in third place was Jack Blocker, leaving both Will Moseley and Abi Carter still in the running for the win. Do you agree or disagree with those results? Be sure to comment below with your immediate reactions!

Throughout the competition, Jack belted out songs like “I Was Wrong” (Auditions round), “You Should’ve Seen the Other Guy” (Showstopper round), “Rainbow” (Top 24 round), “You Don’t Mess Around with Jim” & “Feeling Whitney” (Top 20 round), “Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right” (Top 14 round), “Blinding Lights” (Top 12 round), “Believe” (Top 10 round), “Always on My Mind” (Top 8 round), “Long Tall Sally (The Thing)” & “One and Only” (Top...

The American Idol season finale this year will be Katy Perry’s last with the show for a little while. Katy plans to leave the show and take a break, and Ryan Seacrest said they will send her out “with a bang.” There will also be some huge stars on hand to perform in the finale.

Here is a look at who will be at the American Idol finale and what fans can expect from Katy Perry’s last show.

American Idol Bringing In Big Stars For Season Finale

The American Idol Season 22 finale is coming up and it will be Katy Perry’s last on the show. The episode will also include some big names showing up to perform and Ryan Seacrest said they will “celebrate her all night. Then afterwards, I eat fish and vegetables–so she’s taking us for steak…It’s a celebratory night” (via...

The American Idol season 22 Top 5 finalists have released their singles. Abi, Jack, and Will will perform their singles during the American Idol season 22 finale. Either Abi, Jack, or Will will be crowned the next American Idol.

The American Idol season 22 Top 5 finalists--Abi Carter, Jack Blocker, Will Moseley, Emmy Russell, and Triston Harper--have released their singles ahead of the finale. On Disney Night, Abi, Jack, and Will made it to the Top 3, while Emmy and Triston were sent home. The American Idol season 22 finale will feature performances from the judges--Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan--along with the Top 3 mentor, Jon Bon Jovi. In addition, American Idol season 14 winner Nick Fradiani, New Kids on the Block, Jason Mraz, Hootie & the Blowfish, CeCe Winans, Wynonna Judd, Seal, Cody Johnson, Bishop Briggs, and James Bay will perform.

The American Idol season 22 Top 5 finalists' songs are now available on Spotify.

Will Moseley will most likely win American Idol season 22 because of his instantly recognizable and powerful country voice, which sets him apart from his fellow contestants. Will consistently delivers great performances and effortlessly makes every song he sings his own, showcasing his natural talent as an entertainer. Being true to his country roots, Will knows exactly who he is as an artist, and his inspiring comeback story has resonated with fans, making him a fan favorite.

American Idol season 22 contestant Will Moseley has made it to the Top 3, and he will win the whole competition. Will, a 23-year-old musician from Hazlehurst, Georgia, auditioned for the judges--Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan--in Leesburg, Georgia. He's now advanced all the way to the Top 3, along with his fellow contestants Abi Carter, a 21-year-old musician from Indio, California, and Jack Blocker, a 25-year-old graphic designer from Dallas, Texas.

The three-hour...

American Idol season 22 Top 3 finalist Jack Blocker will win the competition. Jack is a talented singer and musician. Jack has a great personality and fantastic fashion sense.

American Idol season 22 contestant Jack Blocker has made it to the Top 3, and he will win the whole competition. Jack, a 25-year-old graphic designer from Dallas, Texas, auditioned for the judges--Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan--in Nashville, Tennessee. He's now advanced all the way to the Top 3, along with his fellow contestants Abi Carter, a 21-year-old musician from Indio, California, and Will Moseley, a 23-year-old musician from Hazlehurst, Georgia.

The three-hour American Idol season 22 finale will be a spectacular event. Katy, Luke, and Lionel will take the stage, in addition to the final mentor of the season, Jon Bon Jovi. Also, an all-star line-up of music artists will perform, including American Idol season 14 winner Nick Fradiani, New Kids on the Block,...

Abi Carter will most likely win American Idol season 22 because she's a standout contestant, wowing the judges with her talent and style. With a unique voice and ability to make any song her own, Abi is a true artist in the competition. Abi's consistent spectacular performances, charming personality, and willingness to take direction, set her up to win the season.

American Idol season 22 contestant Abi Carter has made it to the Top 3, and she will win the whole competition. Abi, a 21-year-old musician from Indio, California, auditioned for the judges--Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan--in Los Angeles, California. She's now advanced all the way to the Top 3, along with her fellow contestants Jack Blocker, a 25-year-old graphic designer from Dallas, Texas, and Will Moseley, a 23-year-old musician from Hazlehurst, Georgia.

The three-hour American Idol season 22 finale will be a spectacular event, featuring Jon Bon Jovi as the final mentor of the season.

Katy Perry and Luke Bryan will share a drink after the American Idol finale, marking the end of their 7-year stint together as judges. Katy's departure from American Idol will leave a void, as she brought humor, encouragement, and great fashion to the show. The American Idol season 22 finale will feature Abi Carter, Jack Blocker, and Will Moseley competing for the crown, as well as performances from music superstars.

American Idol season 22 judge Katy Perry revealed that she and Luke Bryan will "finally drink" together after filming the finale, after seven years of working alongside each other as judges. In February, Katy announced that she'll be exiting the show after the American Idol season 22 finale. Katy, Luke, and Lionel Richie have been on the judging panel since ABC revived American Idol in 2018, and they have a great rapport together. Katy's replacement has not been announced yet, but she's suggested that...

“American Idol” has announced an all-star lineup of performers for the May 19 finale. The Top 3 finalists give their all for the last chance to earn America’s vote. Jon Bon Jovi serves as guest mentor and performer, plus special performances from other music legends and today’s top stars.

Among that slate of performers are Season 14 champ Nick Fradiani and music icons New Kids on the Block, Jason Mraz, Hootie & the Blowfish, CeCe Winans, Wynonna Judd, Seal, Cody Johnson, Bishop Briggs and James Bay.

See ‘American Idol’ deaths: Full list of singers we’ve lost

On Sunday, May 12 the Top 3 were named at the end of fan-favorite “Disney Night.” The finalists competing for the Season 22 title are Jack Blocker, Abi Carter and Will Moseley. Eliminated one week before the grand finale were Triston Harper and Emmy Russell.

The revival of “American Idol” continues with its seventh season on ABC and 22nd overall.

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission.

Whether you want to become the next Neil Young or Joni Mitchell, or maybe just learn a few new chords, picking up an acoustic guitar is easier than ever thanks to their portability, great sound, and price. But knowing which guitar to start with can feel as intimidating as memorizing the intro to “Stairway to Heaven.”

The good news: When it comes down to buying a new acoustic guitar,...

11 August 2023 –Today, three-time Grammy® Award-nominated and Brit Award-winning multi-platinum singer, songwriter, and guitarist James Bay returns with a brand-new single entitled “Goodbye Never Felt So Bad” out now via Mercury/Republic Records/Universal Music Canada. It notably marks his first release of 2023 and first new music since his 2022 third full-length album, Leap.

On the track produced by Gabe Simon [Noah Kahan] and co-written with Plested [Lewis Capaldi, Dean Lewis], James Bay said: “Goodbye Never Felt So Bad is a song about how crazy it can feel to say goodbye. There’s rarely ever anything good about it. I say goodbye to the people I love constantly, it comes with the territory of my work. I’m always traveling. It’s an amazing job but everything in life has its upsides and downsides.This summer I started playing the song live, way before I even knew it would be released. I...

11 August 2023 –Today, three-time Grammy® Award-nominated and Brit Award-winning multi-platinum singer, songwriter, and guitarist James Bay returns with a brand-new single entitled “Goodbye Never Felt So Bad” out now via Mercury/Republic Records/Universal Music Canada. It notably marks his first release of 2023 and first new music since his 2022 third full-length album, Leap.

On the track produced by Gabe Simon [Noah Kahan] and co-written with Plested [Lewis Capaldi, Dean Lewis], James Bay said: “Goodbye Never Felt So Bad is a song about how crazy it can feel to say goodbye. There’s rarely ever anything good about it. I say goodbye to the people I love constantly, it comes with the territory of my work. I’m always traveling. It’s an amazing job but everything in life has its upsides and downsides.This summer I started playing the song live, way before I even knew it would be released. I...

It’s a business summer for Zayn.

Mercury Records revealed today that they’ve signed the singer. This comes after fans speculated over the sudden scrubbing of Zayn’s Instagram account of all previous content.

“As soon as Zayn and I met, I knew we had to work together. I was blown away by the new music, but just as impressed by his vision, drive and spirit,” said Mercury Records President, Tyler Arnold. “We’re honoured he and his team have joined us at Mercury Records. We’ve got an incredible opportunity to tell the next chapter of his story together.”

Read More: Zayn Malik Returns To Twitter With Heartfelt Message To Fans

The move isn’t the only news as Zayn also teased the release of a new single later this summer with a clip on Twitter.

pic.twitter.com/kO2AbEA316

— zayn (@zaynmalik) June 27, 2023

Fans can already pre-save the track here.

Ilsey, the singer-songwriter who cowrote “Nothing Breaks Like a Heart,” is now following her own heart on a Neil Young cover with Bon Iver. The musicians covered “Heart of Gold,” taking Young’s folky pining and turning it into a poppy meditation on the original’s lyrics that sometimes veers into the avant-garde with Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon singing the high harmonies in his head voice.

“This song has always spoken to me in a deep, personal way,” Ilsey said in a statement. “There’s something about the plaintive melody and the simple,...

After their successful world tour in support of their 2022 album, Brightside, The Lumineers have announced an encore set of performances that will take place this fall.

The folk-rock band, which is led by Jeremiah Fraites and Wesley Schultz, will begin their tour in Maine in August. They will be joined by James Bay as the opening act and end their tour in Los Angeles on September 15.

>Get The Lumineers Concert Tickets Now!

Last year, The Lumineers performed 62 tour dates around the world. It was the band’s first tour since the cancelation of shows from their III: The World Tour due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The Lumineers will go on a European leg of their tour during the summer, starting in Dublin, Ireland on June 2 and ending in Halifax, UK on July 9.

Setlist:

The below setlist comes from the band’s performance at Shaky Knees Music Festival in Atlanta, Georgia...

It was déjà vu for David Archuleta on Wednesday night’s finale of “The Masked Singer.” The 32-year old performer who had been masquerading as Macaw all season finished in second place to Medusa, the same position he landed on Season 7 of “American Idol” when he lost to David Cook. His emotional journey of self-discovery ended with performances of “Hold Back the River” by James Bay and “All By Myself” by Eric Carmen. Panelists Nicole Scherzinger and Ken Jeong correctly guessed the musician’s identity, but Robin Thicke and Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg were off the mark.

“We knew we were coming on this, going out of our comfort zone and doing something different,” David told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “I didn’t know it was going to be so much fun. It’s just been healing being able to be the Macaw.”

Ken got emotional, stating, “When...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission.

On the road again! After their successful Brightside World Tour last year, the group announced an encore set of shows for this fall.

The band — led by Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites — is set to open their tour in Maine in mid-August before stopping at several amphitheaters and music festivals, including Aspen’s Jazz Aspen Snowmass festival. Accompanied by James Bay as an opener, they’ll conclude their...

The Lumineers have mapped out a Summer 2023 tour across the US in support of their latest album, 2022’s Brightside. English singer-songwriter James Bay will serve as the opening act.

Kicking off on August 16th in Bangor, Maine, the trek will also feature stops in Philadelphia, Detroit, Milwaukee, and more before wrapping at Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on September 15th. See the full itinerary below.

Tickets go on sale Friday, March 10th at 10:00 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster. A Live Nation pre-sale will precede the public on-sale beginning on Wednesday, March 8th (use code Opener). Alternatively, you can purchase tickets via Stubhub — where orders are 100% guaranteed through Stubhub’s FanProtect program.

Ahead of the US tour, The Lumineers will play Willie Nelson’s 90th birthday concert and make appearances at Beale Street Music Festival, Shaky Knees, and Boston Calling ahead of a European and UK run. Grab your seats here.

Last year I wrote a piece dissecting the last few Best New Artist Grammy winners, and I classified Meghan Trainor as one of the artists “cursed” by the sometimes-infamous award. Since then it seems like the tide has somewhat turned, with Trainor notching another major hit in late 2022 with “Made You Look,” thanks to a perfectly-executed TikTok campaign that most artists should take notes from. “Made You Look” certainly didn’t change things completely, as its parent album hasn’t really make a splash outside of that song, but it does make me reconsider Trainor’s career. With all that in mind, let’s take a look at how Trainor won the Grammy, and perhaps why she hasn’t repeated that awards success despite a couple more hits.

SEEBillboard charts: Number-one albums of 2023

Trainor had a huge breakthrough with “All About That Bass,” which broke records by reaching the top...

Ed Sheeran has officially returned to Instagram after being largely absent from social media for “the last couple of years”

The “Shape of You” singer has shared few personal posts on Instagram in recent years, but ended his break on Tuesday (31 January) with a selfie video.

In the video, which Sheeran captioned: “Back in the bitz,” he addressed fans directly and promised to be making more personal posts on the platform going forward.

“Hi guys, so I realise I haven’t been that engaged in my social media or my fan base online over the last couple of years,” he said, before whispering into the camera: “And the things that have been posted on this account might have got a bit boring. I’m sorry, it’s my fault.”

Sheeran then went on to explain why he had been absent from the platform for so long.

“The reason I’m...

The new Amy Winehouse biopic will focus on her “extraordinary genius, creativity and honesty that infused everything she did”. Or so we were told. But then we saw the pictures.

Marisa Abela was pictured outside London jazz bar Ronnie Scott’s, with the singer’s signature beehive in disarray; black eyeliner smeared around her eyes; a distraught expression on her face. “F***ing revolting,” said one comment in response. Some took issue with Abela’s lack of resemblance to Winehouse. Others took issue with the fact this film, Back to Black, directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson, is being made at all.

Given the vulture-like efficiency with which her life was picked over, it’s near-impossible to think of a sincere reason to make a movie about Winehouse – at least not one that isn’t motivated by greed. This July will mark 12 years since her death from accidental alcohol poisoning. Despite her...

Fontaines DC guitarist Carlos O’Connell will not perform at the band’s forthcoming shows due to the imminent arrival of his first child.

The bass player is currently expecting a baby with French model and musician Joséphine de La Baume. Because of this, he dropped out of the band’s dates in Japan, Australia and New Zealand.

The Irish band announced the news in an Instagram message and said that guitarist Cathal Mac Gabhann from The Altered Hours would replace O’Connell for the shows.

“It’s Carlos taking over for a brief second to check in with ye all to share a bit of news regarding the imminent Australian, Nz and Japanese dates,” the guitarist wrote.

“I will not be attending these with Fontaines due to the little less imminent, yet a little more unpredictable, birth of my first child.”

“I am truly in awe of the idea of a new life,...

The National Portrait Gallery has announced that it will be reopening later this year for a special exhibition featuring images from Sir Paul McCartney.

The show will include never before seen images of The Beatles in their early days, photographed by McCartney.

The exhibition comes after 80-year-old McCartney contacted the gallery upon rediscovering the images.

Director of the gallery, Dr Nicholas Cullinan: “Sir Paul approached us I think back in 2020 and said he had found these photographs which he remembered taking but thought had been lost.”

The photographs, taken between December 1963 and February 1964 capture The Beatles surge into fame in Liverpool, through to their performance to millions on The Ed Sullivan Show.

Cullinan said that the exhibition was “very interesting” and called the photographs “extraordinary”.

"We sat down with him and began going through the photographs and they are really extraordinary,” he said.

"To see these images which are unseen,...

Stars of the screen and sporting world, including Sir Mo Farah, David James, Shaun Wright-Phillips and Tamzin Outhwaite united on Thursday 29 September as they joined the 150 guests at Maddox Gallery, Westbourne Grove, London for the intimate launch of the eagerly awaited ‘Faces of Soccer Aid by Andy Gotts’ exhibition.

Hosted by Unicef UK Supporter Lee Juggurnauth, guests were treated to a DJ set from footballing legend David James, whose hits were a crowd-pleaser. Creative Director, Jay Rutland, also gave an inspiring welcome speech, encouraging the crowd to bid big in support of Unicef UK. The star-studded event also welcomed Soccer Aid for Unicef alumni Sir Mo Farah, Shaun Wright-Phillips, Unicef UK High Profile Supporter Cel Spellman, Soccer Aid for Unicef Supporter Tamzin Outhwaite and TikTok sensation Luke Vernon.

The free ‘Faces of Soccer Aid by Andy Gotts’ exhibition will be displayed at Maddox Gallery, Westbourne Grove, London from Friday 30 September – Sunday 9 October,...

“Looking back, this is less of a rom-com and more of a love story…”

So warns the trailer for “Spoiler Alert,” the adaptation of Michael Ausiello’s bestselling memoir, “Spoiler Alert: The Hero Dies.” Jim Parsons stars as entertainment journalist Michael, a man determined to live in a rom-com fantasy with his new love, photographer Kit (Ben Aldridge). Yet after Kit’s terminal cancer diagnosis, the couple are on borrowed time. The film captures their 14-year love story, culminating in Kit’s death.

“Spoiler Alert” will be released by Focus Features in select theaters December 2, followed by a nationwide rollout December 16. The film is directed by Michael Showalter (“The Big Sick”) and written by David Marshall Grant and Dan Savage. Emmy nominee Grant previously wrote “Smash,” “A Million Little Things,” and “Brothers and Sisters.” This is fellow Emmy nominee Savage’s first feature film.

The cast for “Spoiler Alert” also includes Sally Field,...

James Bay appeared on The Late Late Show to perform his recent song “One Life.” Playing in front of a bright orange sun backdrop, Bay and his band can the aching tune, which charts the relationship of a couple.

Bay dropped “One Life” earlier this month along with a cinematic video for the track. It will appear on his forthcoming third LP, Leap, out July 8 via Emi Records/Republic Records. Bay wrote the song as a tribute to Lucy Smith, his longtime girlfriend and the mother of his daughter Ada.

In the penultimate episode of “American Idol” 2022, two fan-favorite singers were cut from the competition in fourth/fifth place: Fritz Hager and Nicolina. (Read our minute-by-minute live blog to see how it all went down.) Between 22-year-old Fritz and 18-year-old Nicolina, whose “American Idol” elimination was more shocking on Sunday, May 15? Vote in our poll below and then defend your choice in the comments section.

SEEKaty Perry’s Disney costumes on ‘American Idol’ including Snow White, Ursula, Tinker Bell …

On Sunday night, Fritz performed “I Wanna Remember” as his Carrie Underwood cover and “Youngblood” as his contestant’s choice. While the judges loved what they saw, Gold Derby’s recapper Denton Davidson felt his first performance was “just sort of forgettable and his vocals aren’t blowing me away.” However, for Fritz’s second at-bat, Denton wrote that he came off as a “real pop star.”

Nicolina’s pair of...

“American Idol” continues on April 24 for its fifth season on ABC and 20th overall. As always, Ryan Seacrest hosts the reality TV competition series while country superstar Luke Bryan, pop princess Katy Perry and Oscar-winning singer/songwriter Lionel Richie make up the judging panel. In this episode, the Top 14 perform in hopes of advancing to the Top 11.

See Meet the Top 24 finalists competing for America’s vote [Photos]

This season the judges embark on yet another nationwide search for America’s next singing sensation. Auditions were held in Nashville, Tennessee, Austin, Texas and Los Angeles, California. If given a golden ticket, hopeful idols advanced to the Hollywood round. In a new twist this season, three contestants were given a Platinum Ticket, which allowed them to skip the first phase of Hollywood week. Kenedi Anderson withdrew from the competition on April 11, but HunterGirl and Jay still remain.

See Everything to know about ‘American Idol’ Season 20

Below,...

James Bay isn’t ready to let go. On Thursday, the singer released the breakup single “Give Me the Reason” about that feeling of being on the verge of letting go of someone, while looking for any excuse to give it another try.

The video follows the singer and his band as they perform the emotional track in front of a setting sun. “I can’t stand to see those tears in your eyes/We should be dancing like we did that night,” he sings. “Give me the reason to...

Katy Perry and Alesso have dropped the new single “When I’m Gone,” a spacey electro-pop dance track that marks the first collaboration between the DJ and pop star.

“When I’m Gone” is the second single Perry’s released this year, following “Electric,” which dropped in May as part of the Pokémon 25 soundtrack. This is Alesso’s fourth single of the year, and it follows “Chasing Stars,” a collaboration with Marshmello featuring James Bay.

Perry and Alesso spoke with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe on Wednesday about the new song,...

The head-to-heads concluded on “Alter Ego” on Wednesday with the last four contestants singing their hearts out as digital avatars. Judges will.i.am, Alanis Morissette, Grimes and Nick Lachey decide which two move forward in the competition and which two are forced to reveal their true identities.

Rocsi Diaz hosts the groundbreaking singing competition. Night 1 of the head-to-heads concluded with Safara defeating Nevaeh King and Dipper Scott taking out Phoenix Embers. On Night 2 Seven reigned supreme over Siren while Queen Dynamite got the better of Aster. On Night 3, Wolfgang Champagne bested The Loverboy and Misty Rose triumphed over Fern.

Below, read our minute-by-minute “Alter Ego” recap of Season 1, Episode 8 to find out what happened on November 10 at 9:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite artists on Fox’s new reality TV show, whether or not you agree with...

Soccer Aid for Unicef 2021, broadcast live and exclusively on ITV, Stv and the ITV hub this evening from the Etihad Stadium, has raised a record-breaking £13,014,769 so far for Unicef’s vital work keeping children around the world, happy, healthy and able to play.

Robbie Williams, Usain Bolt, David Beckham

This record-breaking amount was raised thanks to the generous support of the UK public, ITV and Stv viewers, and the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (Ciff) who matched all public donations up to £6.3 million, meaning double the difference for children. This figure has smashed all previous records for money raised on the night.

The eagerly anticipated match took place once again in Manchester, and this time players took centre stage at the sold out Etihad Stadium with 51,674 fans in attendance, in line with current Covid safety regulations, following last year’s match behind closed doors. The match ended 3-0 to Soccer...

This story appears in Rolling Stone‘s 2021 Future of Music issue, a special project delving into the next era of the multibillion-dollar hitmaking business. Read the other stories here.

Lj Gutierrez’s head is full of Pokémon, frozen pizza, and Legos. At Universal’s branding division, her 35-person team obsesses over musical side projects, such as a white-label pizza for which she’s recently locked in an artist partner.

“The frozen pizza industry has just skyrocketed through Covid!” she muses. Gutierrez is the general manager of Universal Group for Brands...

In today’s Global Bulletin, the deceasing average of ages in BAFTA TV actress nominees raises ageism concerns; Gary Barlow sets music show at the BBC; Red Productions hires Chloe Dunbar as head of development; the European Audiovisual Observatory and the U.K.’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport announce sustainability conference; “Game of Thrones” prequel finds home at Sky Atlantic; and a Stanley Tucci Italian culinary series will debut in June on CNN International.

An analysis conducted by the Acting Your Age Campaign has found that since 2000, the average age of BAFTA leading TV actresses nominees has reduced from 52 to 32. “The messaging of this downwards age-trend is clear and worrying,” the analysis states. “Gendered ageism is seemingly increasing.”

In 2021 alone, nominees Daisy Edgar-Jones (“Normal People”), Billie Piper (“I Hate Suzie”), Hayley Squires (“Adult Material”), Jodie Comer (“Killing Eve”) and Letitia Wright (“Small Axe”) are aged between 22 and...

Take That singer Gary Barlow and Penny Lane Entertainment are set to co-produce a new music and entertainment show for BBC One. The one-hour primetime format is going by the working title I’m With The Band and will bring together a top group of artists and musicians to perform classic songs from past and present, as well as discussing their careers and musical heroes. Deadline first exclusively reported on the project in March.

The show’s band will be led by Barlow on keys and vocals, and also includes Jamie Cullum (piano and vocals), James Bay (guitar and vocals), Mica Paris (vocals), Guy Chambers (keyboards and musical director), Tom Fletcher (guitar and vocals), Danya Fisher (bass) and Donavan Hepburn (drums).

Barlow will welcome special guests to the show including Anne-Marie, DJ and producer Nathan Dawe, rapper MoStack and Craig David. They will collaborate with the band and take part...

Despite delivering Showstopper performances on Sunday night’s episode of “American Idol,” some contestants suffered the toughest cut yet and were sent packing by judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. Only 10 contestants moved one step closer to their dream. On March 29, more show-stopping performances took place at the Dolby Theatre before the judges delivered their toughest decisions of season 19.

After the two nights of Showstoppers, only two dozen artists will make the cut. This top tier of performers will then fight it out for the chance to be on the live shows, which begin in early April. At that point, you will be able to predict the outcome of each episode in our predictions center.

Below, follow along with all the action in our live blog of the Night 9 Season 19 episode of “American Idol.”

See ‘American Idol’ Winners: Where Are They Now (Seasons 1 – 18)?

8:04 p.m. — Tension is...