Universal Music GroupSure, 2023 brought us some great music, but according to Variety, there were quite a few clunkers, which the publication is happy to run down for us. And it turns out that a big chunk of the tunes that made Variety’s “Worst Songs of 2023” list are there because they were based –…… Read More…
Buda Mendes/TAS23/Getty A Swiftie mom who was hoping that Taylor Swift would see her TikTok message succeeded in attracting the singer’s attention with her emotional story about how Taylor’s music helped her and her daughter bond. The single mom, Ginny, posted the TikTok earlier this week. In it, she addresses Taylor directly, thanking her for…… Read More…
BIGHIT MusicBTS star Jimin began his military service earlier this month, but he still managed to give the group’s loyal fans, known as ARMY, the Christmas gift of a new single and video. The track, “Closer Than This,” is dedicated to ARMY, and the video features footage of him writing and recording the song, as…… Read More…
James Devaney/GC ImagesThe mysterious gifter of the opal ring Taylor Swift was rocking on her birthday has been revealed … and it wasn’t Travis Kelce. Taylor’s friend Keleigh Sperry, the wife of actor Miles Teller, posted a close-up of the ring in its box on her Instagram Story and wrote, “Love this ring I had…… Read More…
Aysia Marotta/@AyisamarottaNoah Kahan is nominated for Best New Artist at the Grammys in February, even though he’s released three albums and a couple of EPs over the past five years. But he says he doesn’t mind that it took so long for him to have his big breakthrough. Speaking to Variety, Noah says, “I’m appreciative for everybody discovering…… Read More…
Gwen Stefani is making spirits bright. She sent out Christmas cards with her husband Blake Shelton to celebrate the holiday season. The pair dressed to the nines and posed with Gwen’s three sons in the holiday photo. Tanning artist Isabel Alysa shared the card to her Instagram Story on Wednesday. “Happy Holidays,” it reads. “With love from Gwen, Blake and the Boys.”…… Read More…
Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Academy Museum of Motion PicturesSelena Gomez is planning new music for 2024, and she says all the songs are about “freedom.” Speaking to Vogue Mexico, Selena says that freedom is the “main theme of the album.” Freedom from what? “From the constraints I had when I was 20 years old,” she answers. The…… Read More…
AMPAS From an eligible field of over 90 songs, the potential nominees for the Best Original Song Oscar next year have been whittled down to just 15 — and Barbie has three chances for a nod. Dua Lipa’s “Dance the Night,” Billie Eilish’s “What Was I Made For?” and “I’m Just Ken” have all made the Best Original…… Read More…
TAS Rights ManagementUSA Today has put together a ranking of the Top 10 Best Concerts of 2023, and Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour show isn’t number one on the list. So who is? Well, let’s back up a bit. Number 10 on the list is a show that was part of the Trilogy Tour, featuring Pitbull, Ricky Martin and Enrique Iglesias. Number 9…… Read More…
dick clark productionsThe eclectic collection of artists who’ll be performing live in New York’s Times Square on Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2024 have been revealed. Jelly Roll, Megan Thee Stallion, Sabrina Carpenter and Tyla will all be performing at the iconic location on ABC, as Ryan Seacrest presides over the festivities with help from co-host Rita Ora. Jelly Roll…… Read More…