Some people love a slow burn — but for singer-songwriter Joshua Bassett, the pain of waiting for a resolution that might never come is too much to bear, as evidenced by his new single, “Smoke Slow.” The vulnerable, piano-backed song finds theHigh School Musicalactor pining for quality time with a …
Read More »A Creepy Robot Doll Auditions to Replace M.I.A. in 'Popular' Video
A robot by the name of M.A.I. took over the Instagram page of musician M.I.A. over the last week. Her message was simple: “M.I.A. is irrelevant. She’s got an expiry date… I am techno humanoid. I’m forever.” Now, audiences are finally introduced to the singer’s replacement through her audition video …
Read More »Beyoncé Duets With Ronald Isley in Reimagining of 'Make Me Say It Again Girl, Pts. 1 & 2'
Beyoncé and Ronald Isley have teamed up for a duet, giving a new spin to the Isley Brothers’ classic “Make Me Say It Again Girl, Pts. 1 & 2.” The new version is set to appear on the Isley Brothers’ upcoming album, which is scheduled for release later this year. …
Read More »Amy Grant Postpones Tour to 'Concentrate on Her Recovery' After a Bike Accident
After having a concussion and suffering from injuries following a biking accident last month, Amy Grant has decided to pull the plug on her fall tour to focus on her health. Instead, she’ll hit the road in early 2023. In a statement posted to the singer’s Instagram, her manager Jennifer …
Read More »Ali Gatie Taps Kehlani to Celebrate His New Album With 'The Look' Video
Ali Gatie might be embracing sadness on his heart-wrenching new album Who Hurt You? — but he’s also drawing people to the dance floor with the upbeat vibes of his new single, “The Look,” which features a verse from singer-songwriter Kehlani. “I’ve been a fan of Kehlani for a while …
Read More »Bill Pitman, Guitarist in the Wrecking Crew, Dead at 102
Bill Pitman, a guitarist and bassist in the legendary Wrecking Crew of Los Angeles session musicians, has died at the age of 102. The New York Timesconfirmed Pitman died Thursday at his home in La Quinta, California. While no cause of death was revealed, the musician recently fractured his spine …
Read More »Bella Poarch Is Stuck Inside a 'Living Hell' on New Single
Bella Poarch knows she’s bad news — but in her hypnotic new single “Living Hell,” the viral superstar just can’t manage to keep someone she’s hurt at bay. The Andrew Donoho-directed clip finds Poarch trapped inside a seemingly nondescript house teeming with paranormal activity — clothing suspended in air, an …
Read More »Weezer Cancels Broadway Residency, Citing 'Low Ticket Sales' and 'High Expenses'
Nineties alt-rock mainstays Weezer have cancelled their upcoming Broadway residency intended to promote their ongoing SZNZ project — an ambitious year-long, four-EP release cycle corresponding with each season. The residency, which was announced in June, was scheduled to begin September 13. According to a post by frontman Rivers Cuomo shared …
Read More »The Shins Revisit 2001 Hit 'Caring Is Creepy' on 'Kimmel'
The Shins appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live to perform their classic single “Caring Is Creepy.” The track comes off the indie rock band’s 2001 debut LP Oh, Inverted World, which celebrates its 21st birthday this year. The group is currently on tour in North America playing Oh, Inverted World in full …
Read More »Madonna Joins Jimmy Fallon, The Roots to Perform 'Music' With Classroom Instruments
Madonna appeared on The Tonight Show to chat with host Jimmy Fallon about her career and took the opportunity to reimagine her 2000 single “Music” with classroom instruments. Performing with Fallon and the Roots, Madonna gave the pop song a surprisingly club-ready vibe. The pop singer played a triangle while …
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