Welcome to ourweekly rundown of the best new music — featuring big singles, key tracks from our favorite albums, and more.This week, Lady Gaga goes back in time with a dance-ready throwback that could’ve been a The Fame Monster B-side, Lisa joins forces with Doja Cat and Raye, and Doechii …
Read More »Doechii, Shaboozey, and Other Best New Artist Nominees Perform Back to Back at Grammys
After performances from Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan earlier in the evening, the six additional Best New Artist nominees took the stage for a fiery medley of their biggest songs. Shaboozey, Benson Boone, Teddy Swims, Raye, Doechii, and Khruangbin performed back to back at the 2025 Grammys for a highlight …
Read More »Stevie Wonder, Janelle Monáe Will Lead Grammy Tribute to Quincy Jones
Stevie Wonder and Janelle Monáe will headline an in-memoriam tribute to legendary producer Quincy Jones at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, joined by Cynthia Erivo, Herbie Hancock, Lainey Wilson, and other, yet-to-be-announced artists. The tribute to Jones, who died in November at 91, has been in the works …
Read More »Raye Loses Songwriting Books in Car Theft: 'No Second Album Any Time Soon'
Birthdays are like a personal New Year celebration, a chance to start fresh with a clean slate. This took on a more literal meaning for Raye as she brought in her 27th birthday with some bad news: her car was recently stolen, along with the books full of songs she …
Read More »Watch Raye's Orchestral Performance of 'Genesis' on 'The Daily Show'
Raye appeared on The Daily Show to showcase her song “Genesis” alongside a group of musicians, including string and horn sections. The English singer gave an impassioned performance of the emotional song, which touches on issues of body image and spans three distinct acts. Raye released “Genesis,” which she co-wrote …
Read More »Green Day, Mariah Carey, Brad Paisley Set for American Music Awards' 50th Anniversary Special
Green Day, Mariah Carey, Brad Paisley, Raye, and Stray Kids are among the artists who will take the stage to help the American Music Awards celebrate its 50th anniversary next month. Gladys Knight, Kane Brown, Chaka Khan, and Jennifer Hudson are also among the first slate of performers for the …
Read More »Griff and Rachel Chinouriri Didn't Fit Into the Typical Pop Mold — So They Created Their Own
In late June, the singer-songwriter Griff stood in front of thousands at London’s Wembley Stadium and revealed just how far she was once willing to go for love. “You know, if you told me to run, jump, throw my body right off of a high-wire bridge ‘cause you’d meet me …
Read More »Stray Kids 'ATE,' SZA and Zedd Drop New Songs at Lollapalooza Day Two
While Chappell Roan and politics ruled Day One of Lollapalooza 2024, the second day of the Chicago festival held in Grant Park featured new song debuts from headliners SZA and Zedd, and a top billing from the chart history-making Stray Kids. It also featured surprise guests, including Chance the Rapper, …
Read More »Rita Ora Is Hot and Bothered in 'Ask and You Shall Receive' Music Video
Rita Ora has released a fiery new single, “Ask and You Shall Receive.” Raye co-wrote the song, which is accompanied by a music video directed byDano Cerny. “The song is full of upbeat, summery vibes and is about seizing the moment romantically, and diving straight in with that special someone,” …
Read More »Raye Calls Out Manipulative and 'Evil' Music Industry Practices That Exploit Songwriters
Raye first began building her portfolio as a songwriter when she was around 15 years old and was placed in writing rooms to craft hooks, melodies, and verses for other artists. So much has changed for her in the decade since then. Last year, the singer and songwriter released her …
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