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30 Years Later, 'Wannabe' Is Still One of Pop's Biggest Anthems
The Spice Girls' debut single Wannabe has reached its 30th anniversary, marking another milestone for one of the most recognizable pop songs of the 19...
Lionel Richie Postpones Shows After Health Scare
Lionel Richie has postponed two concerts after experiencing a dizzy spell during the opening night of his tour with Earth, Wind & Fire. The singer...
Madonna and Feid Release Read My Lips for FIFA World Cup 2026 Album
FIFA announced the arrival of Read My Lips, a new collaboration between Madonna and Feid, as part of the Bonus Edition of the Official FIFA World Cup ...
Billy Idol and Steve Stevens Honored With Hollywood Rockwalk Induction
Billy Idol and Steve Stevens have added another milestone to their decades-long partnership after being inducted into the Hollywood Rockwalk during a ...
Daryl Braithwaite Steps Away From Live Performances After Nearly 60 Years
According to a statement shared on his social media, Australian singer Daryl Braithwaite has announced that he is stepping away from live performances...
Daryl Hall Shares Successful Kidney Transplant Update
Daryl Hall has shared a positive health update, revealing through a recent Instagram post that he underwent a kidney transplant several weeks ago. The...
Future Rolling Stones Concerts May Take a Different Shape
The future of live performances by The Rolling Stones may look different from the band's traditional global tours. Keith Richards recently shared that...
Madonna Says New Album Took Shape After Years of Biopic Delays
A long period of uncertainty surrounding Madonna's planned biographical film ultimately led her back into the recording studio and inspired a new musi...
Metallica's Kirk Hammett Takes a Tumble Into the Dublin Crowd During 'Seek & Destroy'
Metallica's concert in Dublin included an unexpected moment when guitarist Kirk Hammett briefly fell while performing onstage. The incident happened d...
Rod Stewart Continues Utah Show After Brief Onstage Health Scare
Rod Stewart experienced a health scare during a recent concert in Utah after nearly fainting while performing, according to reports that emerged follo...
Justin Cary, Former Sixpence None the Richer Bassist, Dies at 50 Following Stroke
Justin Cary, a longtime bassist known for his work with Sixpence None the Richer, has died at the age of 50. The musician passed away on June 18 after...
Backstreet Boys' Howie Dorough Solo Album: New Spanish Project Details
Howie Dorough is preparing to release a new Spanish-language music project that brings together fresh material and reimagined versions of songs from h...
Tom Dreesen, Comedian and Longtime Sinatra Opener, Dies at 86
Tom Dreesen, the stand-up comedian and actor known for his long run as Frank Sinatra's opening act, has died at 86. His family confirmed his death, ma...
Stewart Copeland Says He Has Stepped Away From Making New Music
Stewart Copeland is looking back on his career with a sense of satisfaction while focusing on projects connected to the music he has already created. ...
Cher Reportedly in Talks to Join Voice Cast of Animated Insect Adventure
A new animated feature could bring another entertainment legend to the world of voice acting. Reports indicate that Cher is in discussions to join the...
Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder and More Will Perform at Obama Presidential Center Opening Celebration
A major lineup of musicians will take the stage as part of the opening celebration for the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago. Organizers have annou...
Lisa Loeb Joins Lineup for 2026 Women's Rock Camp in Los Angeles
A new addition has been announced for the 2026 Women's Rock Camp & Fantasy Songwriter Camp, with singer-songwriter Lisa Loeb set to take part in t...
Bonnie Tyler Recovering After Emergency Surgery, Remains in Intensive Care
Bonnie Tyler is continuing her recovery after undergoing emergency intestinal surgery in Portugal. A recent update from her representatives said the s...
Taylor Swift Climbs Closer to Beatles' Longstanding Billboard 200 Record
A new update to the Billboard 200 record books has highlighted the artists who have spent the most total weeks at No. 1 on the chart, showcasing some ...
ABBA Celebrates 50 Years of Dancing Queen With Special Vinyl Reissue
ABBA's iconic hit Dancing Queen is getting a special vinyl reissue as the song approaches its 50th anniversary. The new release is scheduled to arrive...
Kenny Loggins Brings Footloose Back With Classroom Instruments
Kenny Loggins brought a familiar soundtrack moment back to late night with a lighthearted classroom instruments performance on The Tonight Show. Durin...
Transformers Animated Classic Gets Anniversary Rock Concert During Comic-Con Week
Fans of the 1986 animated Transformers film will have a chance to celebrate its music in a live setting this summer. Organizers announced a special ro...
Madonna Debuts Confessions II Film at Tribeca Festival
Madonna introduced Confessions II at the Tribeca Festival in New York, giving fans an early look at the visual world around her upcoming album. The sh...
Carlos Indio Solari, Argentine Rock Icon, Dies at 77
Carlos Indio Solari, one of Argentina's most influential rock voices, has died at age 77. His family confirmed the news, closing a career that helped ...
Springsteen Leads Star-Studded Music America Celebration in New Jersey
Music America: The Songs That Shaped Us brought a wide mix of American music to Monmouth University in West Long Branch, New Jersey, on Friday, June 5...
