Music covers the people, performances and recordings that shape what we hear, from classic rock and pop to newer artists and regional industries. It also includes the stories behind songs, albums, tours and the creative choices that give them lasting appeal.
For readers, music offers both discovery and connection: a chance to find new voices, revisit familiar favourites and understand how artists build their work and careers. Disputes over samples, reunions and the changing business of entertainment show how creativity, money and cultural influence intersect.
The Tony Awards will remain on CBS through 2032, extending a broadcast partnership that began in 1978. The renewal stands out as other major awards ceremonies move to new broadcasters or streaming services, keeping the Tonys’ long-running home as the ceremony approaches its 80th anniversary. The 80th Annual…
Democrats’ midterm gains are expected to bring new congressional scrutiny of the live music business, particularly the way the Trump administration handled an antitrust settlement with Live Nation. The shift matters because Democrats will control both chambers from January and gain subpoena powers to pursue investigations. The settlement…
Following the 2026 midterm elections, Democrats’ gains and historic firsts inspired a wave of music-related jokes on social media. Music fans used songs, performers and familiar online memes to celebrate the results, making the story a snapshot of how political moments spill into popular culture. Halsey joined in…
The article argues that 1990s grunge bands used B-sides to give fans access to strong songs left off their albums, at a time when CDs and album-focused marketing were making standalone singles less central. It highlights five lesser-remembered tracks that merit another listen, while noting that well-known examples…
Nicki Minaj’s former lawyers have renewed their request for a default judgment, alleging she has not paid a legal bill of $295,605. The filing came as she appeared at a New Hampshire polling station in support of a Trump-endorsed Republican, drawing attention to the contrast between her political…
Natalie Portman said she was “absolutely terrified” of taking the lead role in *Jackie*, the 2016 film about Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis in the days after her husband’s assassination. She feared it would be easy to fail at portraying such a well-known historical figure, but chose the role because…
Blink has launched a range of wired and wireless home security cameras and accessories, available to buy online at Best Buy. Prices start at $49.99, with options for indoor monitoring, video doorbells and outdoor floodlight coverage. The range includes a 2K video doorbell and a pan-and-tilt indoor camera…
Paul Simon wrote ‘The Sound of Silence’ in 1964, but the song’s early commercial failure helped leave Simon and Garfunkel briefly considering their future as a band. A later folk-rock arrangement, made by a producer without Simon’s involvement, transformed the acoustic recording and helped turn it into a…
Bon Jovi’s 1986 album *Slippery When Wet* helped propel the band to American stardom, pairing polished arena rock with major hits such as ‘You Give Love a Bad Name’ and ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’. Its cover was changed after the record label became concerned that the original, more…
Dierks Bentley’s bourbon brand, ROW 94, is preparing a limited release called Trespasser’s Proof, inspired by his younger years sneaking into Nashville music venues, including the Grand Ole Opry. The Opry once restricted his visits, but Bentley later became a member and has now been invited to age…