Five years after the first-ever authorized documentary about Led Zeppelin was first announced — and nearly three years after it premiered at the Venice Film Festival — the long-awaited film is finally preparing to take flight to the big screen. Sony Pictures Classics announced Wednesday that it has acquired Becoming …
Read More »Keith Urban Covers Ariana Grande's 'We Can't Be Friends': 'It's Like Audible Heroin'
Ariana Grande‘s latest Eternal Sunshine single “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love)” has Keith Urban eternally obsessed. Earlier this week, the Australian musician performed an acoustic set in a small club and added a stripped-back version of the song to his set list. “This song is audible heroin,” …
Read More »Omar Apollo Announces Sophomore Album, 'God Said No'
Omar Apollo is pouring his experiences with heartbreak into his sophomore album. On Wednesday, the Mexican American musician announced that he’ll release his album God Said No, featuring appearances from Mustafa and actor Pedro Pascal, on June 28. “This album is a reflection of my life for the past 2 …
Read More »Tame Impala's Kevin Parker Sells Entire Catalog, Including Future Works, to Sony Music Publishing
Kevin Parker revealed Wednesday that he has sold his entire catalog — including his Tame Impala output as well as songs he has written for Dua Lipa, Rihanna, and more — to Sony Music Publishing. Terms of the acquisition were not announced, but the partnership also covers Parker’s future works, …
Read More »Publishers Send Cease-and-Desist to Spotify over Unlicensed Content
The National Music Publishers Association sent a cease-and-desist letter to Spotify on Wednesday over allegations that the streaming giant is infringing their members’ musical works through lyrics, music videos and podcasts on the platform. “NMPA demands that unlicensed lyrics, music videos, and podcasts be removed from the platform or Spotify …
Read More »Astroworld: Last Remaining Wrongful Death Suit Has A New Trial Date
The last remaining wrongful death suit tied to the Astroworld Festival crowd rush is scheduled to go to trial in September, the Associated Press reported Tuesday. The new date comes about a week after it had been revealed in court that nine of the 10 wrongful death cases tied to …
Read More »Kehlani Sets Summer Release for New Studio Album 'Crash'
Summer 2024 is coming in hot, and Kehlani is bringing the heat. On Wednesday, the singer and songwriter announced her upcoming studio album, Crash, set for release on June 21. The record will feature the recently released lead single “After Hours.” Alongside the album title and release date, Kehlani unveiled …
Read More »Marilyn Manson Signs New Record Deal, Teases First Music Since Sexual Assault Allegations
After facing a wave of sexual abuse allegations, Marilyn Manson has signed a new record deal with the independent metal label Nuclear Blast. Rolling Stone confirmed the deal after Manson and Nuclear Blast shared a short video on social media that appeared to feature a snippet of new music. The …
Read More »Watch Lauryn Hill, YG Marley Perform Collaborative Medley on 'Fallon'
Lauryn Hill and her son YG Marley appeared on The Tonight Show to perform a medley of three songs, “Ex-Factor,” “Survival,” and “Praise Jah in the Moonlight.” The duo was accompanied by a live band and three back-up singers for the dynamic, soulful performance. Marley, Hill’s son with Rohan Marley, …
Read More »John Barbata, Drummer for the Turtles and Jefferson Starship, Dead at 79
John Barbata, the drummer who played on classic recordings by the Turtles, Jefferson Starship, and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, has died, Rolling Stone has confirmed. He was 79. Jefferson Starship paid tribute to Barbata on social media, writing, “We are saddened to hear of the passing of the great …
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