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CultureBeyonce, Taylor Swift, and Weezer Recordings Enter National Recording Registry
The Library of Congress adds 25 recordings to its permanent archive, including Beyonce, Taylor Swift, and Weezer.
May 15, 2026
CultureShania Twain to Host 61st ACM Awards and Tease New Album
Shania Twain hosts the 2026 ACM Awards on May 17, with surprises and a new studio album on the way.
May 12, 2026
CultureThe Beatles Museum at 3 Savile Row Opens in London Next Year
The first officially sanctioned Beatles museum will open inside the historic Savile Row recording and rooftop concert site.
May 12, 2026
CultureRiley Green Joins The Voice Season 30 as Country Coach
Riley Green announced as a coach for NBC's The Voice Season 30, joining Kelly Clarkson and Adam Levine.
May 11, 2026
CultureGrammy Hall of Fame Gala 2026: Janet Jackson, Erykah Badu, and George Clinton
The 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala honored 14 recordings, with standout moments from Janet Jackson and Erykah Badu.
May 10, 2026
CultureRolling Loud Movie Trailer Debuts Featuring Travis Scott and Owen Wilson
The Rolling Loud film drops its first trailer, with a theater release set for October 2, 2026.
May 10, 2026
CultureJanet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 Inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame
Janet Jackson and producer Jimmy Jam accepted the Grammy Hall of Fame honor for Rhythm Nation 1814 at the 2026 gala.
May 10, 2026
CulturePhoebe Bridgers Debuts New Songs at Roswell New Mexico Pop-Up Show
Bridgers played her first show in three years, previewing new material at a surprise Roswell pop-up.
May 9, 2026
CultureDua Lipa Joins Tame Impala Onstage at London O2 Arena
Dua Lipa made a surprise appearance at Tame Impala's O2 Arena show, performing 'Houdini' and new collab 'After Thought'.
May 9, 2026
CultureKaty Perry, Future, Tyla and More to Perform at 2026 FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremonies
A global roster of artists is set to headline the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremonies across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
May 8, 2026
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Avery Anna Wins 2026 ACM New Female Artist of the Year Award
Warner Music Nashville's Avery Anna takes home the ACM's top honor for new female country artists.
May 6, 2026
CultureBad Bunny Met Gala Old-Age Look Was Made by Mike Marino
Prosthetics artist Mike Marino explains how he transformed Bad Bunny into a distinguished elder for the 2026 Met Gala.
May 6, 2026
CultureUnder Armour Signs as Official Performance Apparel Partner for Rolling Loud 2026
Under Armour becomes the exclusive apparel sponsor for Rolling Loud's 2026 Orlando festival featuring Playboi Carti and Don Toliver.
May 5, 2026
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Teddy Swims Joins 2026 American Music Awards Performer Lineup
Teddy Swims is set to perform at the 2026 AMAs on CBS, nominated for collaboration of the year.
May 5, 2026
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Sabrina Carpenter and Stevie Nicks Perform Landslide Together at Met Gala
Sabrina Carpenter joined Stevie Nicks for a live duet of Fleetwood Mac's 'Landslide' at the 2026 Met Gala.
May 5, 2026
CultureBeyoncé Returns to the Met Gala for the First Time in 10 Years
Beyoncé co-chaired the 2026 Met Gala and made her first appearance at the event since 2016.
May 5, 2026
CultureMet Gala 2026 Brings Music and Fashion Together Under Controversy
The annual benefit drew major artists while Jeff Bezos's honorary role sparked public backlash.
May 5, 2026
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