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Macklemore, an influential recording artist, performed on ABC’s ‘Good Morning America’ Summer Concert Series held at Central Park in New York on July 22, 2022. Meanwhile, renowned musician Ed Sheeran appeared at the film premiere of ‘F1 The Movie’ in London on June 23, 2025.
Celine Dion captivated audiences with her show during the opening concert of her ‘Celine Dion Paris 2026’ residency at the Plenitude Arena in Nanterre, near Paris, on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
The music community mourns the loss of Cassandra Wilson, a legendary performer who sadly passed away on September 2 at the age of 70. Her contributions to the music industry were celebrated worldwide.
Phoebe Bridgers continues to garner attention for her musical talents, contributing to a vibrant landscape of artistry.
‘New Music Friday’ highlights include albums released on August 14, offering listeners fresh tunes to explore.
Acclaimed Irish songwriter Glen Hansard, recognized for leading the band The Frames and winning an Oscar for ‘Falling Slowly’ from the film ‘Once,’ has died at age 56.
Emerging artist Stella Lefty started releasing music in 2024, gaining popularity with her song ‘Boston,’ which features a melody inspired by Noah Kahan’s ‘Stick Season.’
Bonnie Tyler, celebrated for her power ballad ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ passed away at the age of 75. Her music left a lasting impact on fans worldwide.
The Empire State Building served as a backdrop in New York City as celebrations marked the wedding of pop singer Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs’ star.
Olivia Rodrigo, known for transitioning from her Disney Channel career to pop stardom, dominates the charts with her latest album release.
Clive Davis, a music executive admired for championing legendary pop artists, has passed away at the age of 94.
Abdullah Ibrahim continues to influence music, noted for his performance in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 2017.
Ariana Grande’s new hit ‘Hate That I Made You Love Me’ debuts at number one, marking her tenth song to top the Hot 100, eight of which debuted at the chart’s top spot.
Drake’s song ‘Janice STFU’ leads the initial ‘Songs of the Summer’ chart, further intensifying competition among musicians.
Anthropic, an American AI company founded in 2021, takes steps towards an initial public offering (IPO).
The prominence of Drake in the charts this week signifies a continuing trend in pop music success.
Iconic saxophonist Sonny Rollins has passed at the age of 95, leaving behind a legacy in jazz music.
Kars4Kids advertisements use a catchy jingle but critics note that most profits benefit a Jewish nonprofit aiding young adults.
Shakira collaborates with Burna Boy on ‘Dai Dai,’ her fourth World Cup-associated song, following the success of ‘Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)’ sixteen years ago.
Noah Kahan and Michael Jackson each achieve noteworthy success on the Billboard charts.
An FBI promotional video bears striking resemblance to the Beastie Boys’ ‘Sabotage’ music video from 1994, with multiple shots closely aligned, possibly recreated using AI.