BIGHIT MUSICWhen a track reaches 1 billion streams on Spotify, the streaming platform gifts artists a special plaque. But because the plaque has a silver dish-shaped piece of metal attached to it, many artists have marked their milestone by literally eating off of it. Jung Kook is the latest one to indulge in the tradition. Jung Kook’s…… Read More…
Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times via Getty ImagesRihanna says A$AP Rocky might be the fan-favorite parent in their household. She told Access Hollywood that her two children are “obsessed” with their dad and that she’s OK with it. “My kids are obsessed with him. I’m just a background, I’m an extra,” Rihanna said. She added, “Yep! It happens! ……… Read More…
Weiss Eubanks/NBCUniversalKelly Clarkson and Fantasia Barrino both became American Idol champs early on — Kelly won season 1, while Fantasia won season 3 — so during Fantasia’s appearance on Kelly’s talk show, the two bonded over their experience. When Fantasia, who now goes by her married name, Fantasia Barrino Taylor, stopped by The Kelly Clarkson Show…… Read More…
Maddie Meyer/Getty ImagesTaylor Swift attracted some boos when she attended her boyfriend Travis Kelce’s game last Sunday. But while there are those — Taylor called them “dads, Brads and Chads” — who complain that the NFL focuses on her too much, or shows her on camera too much during games, a new poll finds that they’re…… Read More…
Trae Patton/NBCGwen Stefani won’t be on The Voice next season, but she won’t be sitting at home: she’s got new music coming. Speaking to Extra TV, Gwen says, “I am really excited about it … I’ve been working on music probably since 2020, like, just casually, like, going in the studio and finally hitting that…… Read More…
Lucas Flores Piran Ally Brooke has a lot to celebrate this holiday season: Not only did she reunite with her Fifth Harmony group mate Dinah Jane for a Christmas single, but she just got engaged. People reports that on Monday, Ally’s longtime boyfriend, music executive Will Bracey, proposed while the two were at a New…… Read More…
L-R: Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff; Kevin Mazur/TAS23/Getty Images for TAS Rights ManagementTaylor Swift’s songs often elicit strong reactions from people, but her producer and musical collaborator Jack Antonoff reveals that one of her recent songs shocked him so much it knocked the wind out of him. In an interview with Vulture, Jack talks about working with…… Read More…
SONGZBankYou wouldn’t guess it from their name, but the members of 98 Degrees thrive when the weather gets colder. The band has a growing catalog of holiday music, including 1999’s This Christmas, 2017’s Let It Snow and a special rerecording of “The First Noel” that’s been climbing the radio charts this holiday season. So why do fans…… Read More…
Dictionary.com has chosen the word ‘eras’ as the inaugural 2023 Vibe of the Year. It’s a playful new addition to coincide with its annual Word of the Year. According to a press release, “eras” was chosen for more than just its association with Taylor Swift — but noted Taylor had something to do with it. “In 2023, eras took on…… Read More…
L-R John Rzeznik, Marc Roberge, Pat Monahan; Noam Galai/Getty Images for Musicians On CallStarting December 18, staff and patients at more than 5,000 hospitals nationwide can enjoy exclusive performances from top artists, courtesy of Musicians On Call. Musicians On Call brings music programming to health care facilities across the country, including virtual, digital and live…… Read More…