‘NSync is back, and so are their classic poses. Ahead of the group’s “Better Place” release for theTrolls Band Togethersoundtrack — their first new song in 23 years — Justin Timberlake, JC Chasez, Joey Fatone, Chris Kirkpatrick, and Lance Bassreunited for a throwback clip posted to their Instagram on Tuesday. …
Read More »Ed Sheeran Secretly Recorded a Live Version of New LP 'Autumn Variations' in Fans' Homes
Ed Sheeran has revealed that he recorded a live version of his forthcoming LP Autumn Variations by doing surprise pop-up gigs in fans’ houses. Writing on Instagram, Sheeran shared that “each song is recorded in a different fan’s living room, but all of it was a total surprise.” The singer …
Read More »Johnny Marr Previews New Compilation Album With Single 'Somewhere'
Johnny Marr will release a 16-track compilation album, Spirit Power: The Best Of Johnny Marr, on Nov. 3 via BMG. The musician has teased the forthcoming LP with a new single, “Somewhere,” which he wrote while on tour with the Killers and Blondie in 2022. “I’ve played a lot of …
Read More »The Breeders and J Mascis Deliver Consecrated Alt Rock on 'Divine Mascis'
The Breeders and Dinosaur Jr.’s J Mascis are keeping the dream of alternative nation alive and rocking on their (sorta) new collaboration, “Divine Mascis.” “Divine Mascis” is a kind of alternative (pun intended) take on “Divine Hammer,” a track off the Breeder’s 1993 classic, Last Splash. “Divine Mascis” — which …
Read More »Boygenius Ring in the Fall Season With Chilling 'Cool About It' Video
The autumnal equinox isn’t until Saturday, but boygenius are ringing in the fall season a couple of days early with the chilling animated video for “Cool About It.” Directed by Lauren Tsai, the clip features hauntingly gorgeous imagery, portraying the relationship between a dog and a toy with Tim Burton-esque …
Read More »George R.R. Martin, John Grisham Lead Authors Guild Class Action Lawsuit Against ChatGPT
George R.R. Martin, John Grisham, Jonathan Franzen, and George Saunders are among the authors who have filed a class action lawsuit against the company behind ChatGPT, accusing them of “feeding” and “training” the AI software on the authors’ copyrighted works. The Authors Guild — which also represents bestselling writers like …
Read More »Jack Antonoff and Bleachers Rock, While a Tomato Rolls, in 'Modern Girl' Video
Jack Antonoff and Bleachers are back with a new song, “Modern Girl,” marking their first new song since 2021. The track is quintessential Bleachers, with its distinctly 21st century, anxious energy paired with heart-on-sleeve E Street nostalgia. There are gang vocals on the chorus, tributes to New Jersey, a little …
Read More »Russell Brand YouTube Channel Monetization Suspended Amid Assault Allegations
YouTube has suspended monetization on Russell Brand’s channels amid allegations of rape and sexual assault. Though Brand’s channels remain on YouTube, the Google-owned company has halted advertisement on videos by the comedian. “If a creator’s off-platform behavior harms our users, employees or ecosystem, we take action,” a YouTube spokesperson told …
Read More »Sum 41's Deryck Whibley Recovering After Hospitalization for Pneumonia, Possible Heart Failure
Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley is recovering at home following a health scare that left him hospitalized with pneumonia and potential heart failure over the weekend. On Sunday, the singer’s wife Ariana Cooper Whibley shared an update on his condition, writing: “The pressure and strain on his heart and lungs …
Read More »50 Cent Is Back on the Drug Cartel Beat With New Season of 'Surviving El Chapo' Podcast
Noted podcaster 50 Cent and investigative journalist Charlie Webster are back with the second season of their hit show, Surviving El Chapo, which tells the story of two brothers who helped bring down the notorious drug lord. The show, which premiered last year, is centered around the first-ever interviews with …
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