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Dolly Parton’s estate drops lawsuit against nephew

• Parton’s estate company has withdrawn its case against Bryan Seaver.
• The dismissal was without prejudice, so the case could be filed again.
• Seaver denies that his messages were threats.

Dolly Parton’s estate has dropped its lawsuit against her nephew Bryan Seaver, ending a months-long legal dispute over his conduct and his dismissal as her head of security. The case’s end may ease tensions within the family, but the company could bring it again because it was dismissed…

Justin Timberlake was told his 2006 single “wouldn’t work”. Now, it’s been streamed over 1,500,000,000 times

• Timberlake’s label doubted “SexyBack” would work.
• The song topped the US Hot 100 for seven weeks.
• Timberlake says trusting his instincts changed everything.

Justin Timberlake says his record label doubted that “SexyBack”, the lead single from his 2006 album *FutureSex/LoveSounds*, would succeed. The song became a major hit, and his account highlights how trusting an unconventional creative choice can pay off. Speaking on Complex’s Re-Rank series, Timberlake said he and co-writer…

Mark Lee Announces New Album ‘Windmill’ and Drops New Video For ‘Happiest’

• Mark Lee’s 12-track album *Windmill* arrives on 4 December.
• New single “Happiest” centres on joy found in human connection.
• Its video features Lee and his brother Jon at a holiday dinner.

Mark Lee has announced his 12-track album *Windmill*, due on 4 December through Upper Room, and released its third track, “Happiest”, with a music video. The single pairs an upbeat alternative pop and R&B sound with a reflection on finding contentment through human connection, giving an early indication…

Showing Teeth Share Bludgeoning New Track ‘Hellraiser’

• Showing Teeth have released their first song since their debut EP.
• “Hellraiser” addresses religious hypocrisy and oppression.
• Its video features drag artists who inspire the band.

Showing Teeth have released “Hellraiser”, their first new track since their debut EP, “A FATE WORSE THAN LONELINESS”, came out in September. The band describe the song as an expression of anger at their upbringing and at people who use religion to justify oppression while protecting abusers. The…

Conley projected to oust Lawler as NASA unveils X-70 Fractal

Cait Conley is projected to win New York’s 17th District, while NASA announces a crewed aircraft to test new flight technologies. Robbie Avila is cleared for a fifth season at Saint Louis, and Bill Skarsgård praises his role in Kojima’s Physint.

Born 85 Years Ago Today in the Lone Star State, the “King of Texas Troubadours” Whose Songs Were Recorded by Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, and Vince Gill

• Guy Clark was born in Texas on 6 November 1941.
• His songs were recorded by major artists despite limited mainstream success.
• His Nashville home helped nurture songwriters and Americana.

Guy Clark, born in Monahans, Texas, on 6 November 1941, became a respected songwriter and mentor whose work was recorded by artists including Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan and Vince Gill. Though he did not achieve mainstream success himself, his songs and the community he built in Nashville helped…

Jamiroquai announce 2027 European arena tour including three nights at The O2

• Jamiroquai will play seven European arena shows in July 2027.
• Three concerts at London’s O2 mark the venue’s 20th birthday.
• The band’s first album since 2017 is expected, but details are unconfirmed.

Jamiroquai have announced a UK and European arena tour for July 2027, with three London dates at The O2. The concerts will take place ahead of the band’s ninth studio album, whose release details have not yet been confirmed, and form part of celebrations for the venue’s 20th…

Django Django’s ‘Doveland’ Is Framed By Maturity

• Django Django have released ‘Doveland’ in full.
• The album explores maturity and grief.
• A UK and European tour is planned for early 2027.

Django Django have released their new album, ‘Doveland’, in full. The band describe it as a more mature record, with open songwriting that explores grief and broadens their psych-pop sound. Dave Mclean said it had taken him until the age of 46 for the band to make a…

‘Behind Blue Eyes’: The Who’s rock opera that was never a rock opera

• “Behind Blue Eyes” began as part of the abandoned Lifehouse project.
• The Who released it on 1971’s Who’s Next.
• The song retains hints of Townshend’s larger rock opera vision.

Pete Townshend’s “Behind Blue Eyes” grew out of Lifehouse, an ambitious project The Who abandoned after the success of their rock opera Tommy. The song carries traces of the larger concept, but became a standalone track on Who’s Next and one of the band’s most enduring songs. The…

The 10 Greatest ’80s Soundtracks That Outshine the Movie

• Some 1980s film soundtracks outlasted the films they accompanied.
• *Over the Top* underperformed at the box office but produced radio hits.
• Queen’s *Flash Gordon* music helped give the film a lasting identity.

The article examines 10 1980s films whose soundtracks achieved greater success or lasting recognition than the films themselves. It argues that hit songs and strong musical identities helped connect cinema with pop radio and MTV, sometimes giving disappointing films a longer cultural life. The examples include *Over the…