Singer claims he’s “been robbed” by Ed Sheeran in ongoing “Shape of You

Singer claims he’s “been robbed” by Ed Sheeran in ongoing “Shape of You

Karwai Tang/WireImageThe trial continues for Ed Sheeran, who’s been accused by another singer for plagiarizing “Shape of You.” During the latest hearing, singer Sami Chokri took to the witness stand and claimed he was “robbed” by the Grammy winner. BBC was present for Tuesday’s proceedings and reports Chokri stated, “I feel like I’ve been robbed by someone I respect, or…Read More…

16 million: Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road” now the RIAA’s top-certified single of all time

16 million: Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road” now the RIAA’s top-certified single of all time

Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images for BETCongratulations are in order to Lil Nas X and Ellie Goulding, because the RIAA gave them additional bragging rights on Tuesday: They respectively earned all-new Diamond and Platinum certifications. Lil Nas X, who just recently returned to the public eye after an unexplained four-month hiatus, sees his smash hit debut single “Old Town Road” officially…Read More…

Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish, BTS among first announced Grammy performers

Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish, BTS among first announced Grammy performers

Amy Sussman/FilmMagicBTS, Olivia Rodrigo, Lil Nas X with Jack Harlow and Billie Eilish have just been announced as the first group of artists who’ll be performing on the Grammy telecast.  They’ll all take the stage next month, along with country duo Brothers Osborne and singer/songwriter Brandi Carlile. BTS is up for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance…Read More…

Music notes: Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Charli XCX

Music notes: Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Charli XCX

Samir Hussein/WireImageLady Gaga’s been keeping her relationship with Michael Polanksy pretty quiet, but she brought him as her date to two major public appearances on Sunday: the BAFTAs and the Critics Choice Awards. At the BAFTAs in London, host Rebel Wilson awarded Polanksy the “best plus one award.” Gaga, sadly, went home empty-handed at both…Read More…

Ed Sheeran joins country superstar Luke Combs onstage in London

Ed Sheeran joins country superstar Luke Combs onstage in London

Ed: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images; Luke: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for CMT/ViacomIn an apparent attempt to prove that he can work in every musical genre, Ed Sheeran made a surprise appearance Sunday night at a show in London by country music superstar Luke Combs. Luke was performing at London’s O2 Arena as part of the Country 2…Read More…

Dua Lipa’s “Levitating” sets new chart record for most weeks on the ‘Billboard’ Hot 100 by a female artist

Dua Lipa’s “Levitating” sets new chart record for most weeks on the ‘Billboard’ Hot 100 by a female artist

Jason Koerner/Getty Images for Permanent Press MediaWhile Dua Lipa’s “Levitating” recently made headlines for inspiring not one but two copyright-infringement lawsuits, it shows no sign of slowing down on the Billboard Hot 100. In fact, it’s just broken a longstanding record. “Levitating” has just racked up its 70th week on the Billboard Hot 100, which…Read More…

Kristin Chenoweth reveals the ‘Wicked’ advice she gave to Ariana Grande

Kristin Chenoweth reveals the ‘Wicked’ advice she gave to Ariana Grande

Trae Patton/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty ImagesKristin Chenoweth is sharing the advice she gave Ariana Grande ahead of her role as Glinda in the Wicked movie adaptation. 
 At Sunday’s Critics Choice Awards red carpet, Kristin — who originated the role of Glinda on Broadway — told Entertainment Tonight that she gave Ariana her blessing…Read More…