In a new Instagram post, renowned studio musician Carol Kaye announced that she has declined induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. “People have been asking: NO I won’t be there,” the 90-year-old Kaye wrote. “I am declining the RRHOF awards show. Turning it down because it wasn’t something that reflects the work…
Lorde Announces Release Of New Single, “Hammer,” Final Track Shared Before ‘Virgin’ Album Drop
On Wednesday (June 18), Lorde took to social media to announce the upcoming release of “Hammer,” her final single shared in advance of her highly-anticipated Virgin album drop on June 27. The post includes the track’s album art shot by Talia Chetrit, which features Lorde’s reflection repeating infinitely on bathroom mirrors. The Grammy-winning pop superstar…
Bluebird Cafe Manager Responds To Rumor Olivia Rodrigo’s Team Asked Them To Remove Taylor Swift Photos
On Wednesday (June 18), Erica Nichols, the manager of The Bluebird Cafe, posted a video where she addressed rumors that Olivia Rodrigo’s team requested the removal of Taylor Swift photos when she performed at the intimate Nashville venue. “We did have a filming with Olivia Rodrigo here. Olivia’s people did not ask us to remove…
Carly Simon Defends Sabrina Carpenter Over Criticism Of ‘Man’s Best Friend’ Artwork
In a new interview with Rolling Stone, Carly Simon defends Sabrina Carpenter’s provocative and controversial artwork for her upcoming album, Man’s Best Friend. Simon states that the image – which features Carpenter on her knees in front of a man as he grabs her hair – “seems tame,” despite criticism of being anti-feminist and over-sexualized.…
Bad Bunny Tries To Lower Fans’ Expectations For His Tour By Claiming “I’m Not Taylor Swift”
Bad Bunny is gearing up for his upcoming world tour that will hit stadiums throughout Latin America, Europe, and Australia starting in November. The run of shows is in support of his chart-topping album, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS. The ambitious global trek is set to break records after already selling over 2.6 million tickets, but…
Drake Publicly Discloses His Massive Sports Betting Losses In Order To “Share The Other Side Of Gambling”
In an Instagram Story posted on Wednesday (June 18), Drake shared the figures of the staggering amount of losses he’s experienced through sports betting over the past month. According to the post, the Canadian rap superstar placed nearly $125 million in bets during the last month, resulting in over $8 million in losses. “Gotta share…
Burna Boy Announces 2025 North American Tour
On Wednesday (June 18), Burna Boy announced the dates and details of his upcoming No Sign of Weakness Tour. The Nigerian Afrobeat artist’s 17-date, 16-city North American tour is in support of his upcoming album, No Sign of Weakness, which is set for release on July 11. The jaunt kicks off on November 12 at…
Lil Wayne’s ‘Tha Carter VI’ Debuts At No. 1 On Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart
Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter VI debuts at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. This marks Weezy’s 11th chart-topping album in this category, which includes the five most recent entries in his Carter series – the first installment, 2004’s Tha Carter, debuted at its No. 2 peak on the tally. Wayne becomes the eighth…
Ariana Grande’s Nonna Marjorie, Who Was Featured On ‘Eternal Sunshine,’ Dies At 99
Ariana Grande’s beloved “Nonna,” Marjorie Grande, has died at the age of 99. “Marjorie (Nonna) Grande passed peacefully in her home and was surrounded by her family and loved ones for every moment of her last few weeks,” reads a statement from the family. “We thank you for your love, support, and for respecting our…
Sabrina Carpenter Is Contemplating Banning Phones From Her Future Shows
In the new Rolling Stone cover story, Sabrina Carpenter revealed that she is contemplating the idea of banning cell phones from her future concerts. The pop superstar says that she was inspired by a phone-free experience at a recent Silk Sonic show in Las Vegas. “I’ve never had a better experience at a concert,” she…