Category Archives: Pop/CHR Music News
Michael Bolton Gives Update On His Brain-Cancer Battle During Rare Interview
In his first major interview since undergoing emergency surgery to remove a glioblastoma tumor over a year ago, 72-year-old singer Michael Bolton spoke with People about his ongoing fight against brai...
Erik Thompson Apr 30, 2025
Kelsea Ballerini Says She Had To “Differentiate” Herself From Taylor Swift To Avoid Early Comparisons
In a new interview with Variety for her Power of Women Nashville cover story, Kelsea Ballerini recalled the challenge of establishing her own identity separate from her idol, Taylor Swift, in order to...
Erik Thompson Apr 29, 2025
Neil Diamond Set To Receive Inspirational Lifetime Achievement Award During 2025 Carousel Ball
Neil Diamond will be honored with the Inspirational Lifetime Achievement Award at the 39th Annual Carousel Ball in Denver on October 11, benefiting the Children's Diabetes Foundation. Diamond will bec...
Erik Thompson Apr 29, 2025
Jack Black’s 34-Second ‘Minecraft’ Song Sets Billboard Record For Shortest Hot 100 Hit
Jack Black has made Billboard history with his 34-second Minecraft song, "Steve's Lava Chicken," which has broken the record for the shortest track to ever appear on the Hot 100 chart. The brief song ...
Erik Thompson Apr 29, 2025
Gracie Abrams Pays Tribute To Lorde By Covering “Liability” In New Zealand
On Tuesday night (April 29), Gracie Abrams paid homage to local legend Lorde by covering her poignant ballad, "Liability," during the Auckland, New Zealand stop on her Secrets Of Us World Tour. Abrams...
Erik Thompson Apr 29, 2025
Ed Sheeran Shares Never-Before-Seen Photos Ahead Of Release Of “Old Phone” Single
Ed Sheeran has launched a new Instagram account, @teddysoldphone, to promote his upcoming single, "Old Phone," offering fans a nostalgic glimpse into unseen photos from his retired mobile phone from 2...
Erik Thompson Apr 29, 2025
Beyonce Kicks Off Cowboy Carter Tour In LA With The Help Of Her Kids, Blue Ivy And Rumi
Beyonc launched her Cowboy Carter Tour on Monday night (April 28) with a nearly three-hour performance at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The 35-time Grammy winner looked resplendent in an all-...
Erik Thompson Apr 29, 2025
Luke Combs Joined By Garth Brooks And Good Charlotte At Stagecoach, Plays With Backstreet Boys After His Set
Luke Combs closed out the final night of Stagecoach on Sunday (April 27) by delivering a high-energy performance that featured surprise guest appearances by Garth Brooks and Good Charlotte. Starting t...
Erik Thompson Apr 28, 2025
Cyndi Lauper Says She Is “Humbled” To Be Inducted Into Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
Cyndi Lauper took to Instagram on Sunday (April 27) to express her gratitude and humility over the news that she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. "I'm humbled to be in the company of ...
Erik Thompson Apr 28, 2025
Katy Perry Is Blown Away After Attending Lady Gaga’s Mexico City Concert
After finishing off her three-night stand in Mexico City on Saturday (April 26), Katy Perry was seen in the crowd at Lady Gaga's Viva La Mayhem stadium show on Sunday night. During the performance, Pe...
Erik Thompson Apr 28, 2025