Category Archives: Pop/CHR Music News
Mark Ronson Ends Up In Hospital After Tearing Tendons During DJ Set
Following a recent DJ set gone awry, Grammy-winning producer Mark Ronson ended up in the hospital. Ronson suffered two torn bicep tendons while attempting to adjust a stage monitor mid-mix. Despite th...
Erik Thompson Apr 03, 2025
Jon Batiste Set To Receive Inaugural Ray Charles ‘Architect Of Sound’ Award At 2025 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala
Jon Batiste will be honored with the inaugural Ray Charles "Architect of Sound" Award at the Grammy Hall of Fame Gala on May 16 at The Beverly Hilton Hotel. The award recognizes artists who embody Cha...
Erik Thompson Apr 03, 2025
Kesha And Scissor Sisters Announce 2025 ‘Ti-s Out’ Tour
On Thursday (April 3), Kesha and Scissor Scissors announced details of their 2025 Ti-s Out Tour. The jaunt will promote the release of Kesha's first independently released album, Period (.), which is ...
Erik Thompson Apr 03, 2025
Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon Says Hearing Taylor Swift’s Crowd Sing ‘Exile’ Was “Out Of Body” Experience
Taylor Swift's beloved Folklore collaboration with Bon Iver, "Exile," was not a regular feature on The Eras Tour setlist. During the few times she surprised audiences by performing the song live, fans...
Erik Thompson Apr 03, 2025
Lil Wayne Reveals Official Release Date For ‘Tha Carter VI’
Lil Wayne announced the official release date of Tha Carter VI with a throwback clip on social media, revealing that his long-awaited album will finally drop on June 6. The video features snippets fro...
Erik Thompson Apr 03, 2025
Susanna Hoffs Re-Records The Bangles’ Classic, “Eternal Flame”
Susanna Hoffs has just recorded a new version of the Bangles' ballad, "Eternal Flame." The 66-year-old singer stayed true to the original Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hit released in 1988, which she co-wro...
Erik Thompson Apr 02, 2025
Cardi B Hints At “Surprising” Features Included On Her Long-Awaited Second Album
During a live X Spaces conversation on Monday (March 31), Cardi B got her fans excited about her highly-anticipated forthcoming sophomore album. The 32-year-old Grammy-winning rapper hinted at high-pr...
Erik Thompson Apr 02, 2025
Mustard Announced As Opening Act On Kendrick Lamar And SZA’s Grand National Tour
On Tuesday (April 1), Mustard took to Instagram to announce that he will be the opening act on Kendrick Lamar and SZA's upcoming Grand National Tour. The Grammy-winning producer will be performing a n...
Erik Thompson Apr 02, 2025
Ellen Pompeo Reflects On Appearance In “Bad Blood” Video, Says Taylor Swift Gave Her ‘Biggest Check’ For Children’s Charity
During an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show on Wednesday (April 2), actress Ellen Pompeo expressed gratitude for Taylor Swift's generous contribution to a children's hospital program. Pompeo remi...
Erik Thompson Apr 02, 2025
Lady Gaga Praises Lucy Dacus’ Cover Of “Abracadabra”
During a recent session on BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge, Lucy Dacus delivered a moody, stripped-down rendition of Lady Gaga's smash hit single, "Abracadabra." The boygenius star's cover caught the attent...
Erik Thompson Apr 02, 2025