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Olivia Dean’s First U.S. Arena Tour Is Off to a Smashing Start, With L.A. Shows Proving She’s No One-Grammy Wonder: Concert Review

  • Olivia Dean's LA arena shows drew about 19,000 fans nightly.
  • Rapid rise from a 1,500-cap venue a year ago.
  • Tipped for major nominations at the February 2027 Grammys.

Olivia Dean's first US arena tour has opened strongly, with a two-night stand at Los Angeles's Crypto.com Arena showcasing her rapid rise from small venues to major stages within roughly a year. The performances, reviewed by Variety, dispel any suggestion that the British singer is merely a fleeting…

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Rick Ross Tells Joe Budden Relationship With Drake Wasn’t a ‘Facade’: ‘Nothing About That Was Fake’

  • Rick Ross denies his past friendship with Drake was fake.
  • Told Joe Budden that fallouts don't need an explanation.
  • Comes as Ross drops new album and tours "Port of Miami".

Rick Ross used a Patreon-exclusive episode of The Joe Budden Podcast to reject Budden's suggestion that his once-close public friendship with Drake had been a "facade" all along. Budden pressed Ross on why the pair, who were previously seen collaborating regularly and showing camaraderie in videos, never publicly…

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Sydney Sweeney’s ‘Rocky’ Replacement Is a Knockout on HBO Max

  • Sweeney's flop film "Christy" is now a top-10 hit on HBO Max
  • Christy made just $2.3m at the box office on a $15m budget
  • Contrasts with Sweeney's $400m hit "The Housemaid," now getting a sequel

Sydney Sweeney's boxing drama "Christy" flopped at cinemas late last year but has found a much larger audience since arriving on HBO Max, climbing into the global top 10 in more than 25 countries. The film's streaming success marks a notable turnaround for Sweeney, whose 2026 has been…

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10 new movies to watch this weekend on Peacock, Netflix, and Hulu (July 17-19)

  • Polygon lists ten new movies streaming this weekend, 17-19 July
  • Horror hits *Backrooms* and *Obsession* headline new releases
  • *Heartstopper Forever* concludes the Netflix romance series

Polygon has rounded up ten new films arriving on streaming and VOD platforms for the weekend of 17-19 July, spanning horror, romance and sci-fi releases across Peacock, Netflix and other services. The list highlights breakout work from young directors alongside a high-profile franchise conclusion, giving viewers a mix…

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3 of the Best Last No. 1 Hits in 90s Country Music

  • Article profiles three final No. 1 country hits from the 1990s by Diffie, Chesnutt, and Herndon
  • Each song achieved chart success through different strategies: thematic metaphor, rock cover adaptation, and vocal collaboration
  • Songs represent career milestones for established artists seeking to maintain radio prominence and relevance

GEORGE, WA - AUGUST 01: Mark Chesnutt performs at the Watershed Music Festival at The Gorge on August 1, 2015 in George, Washington. (Photo by Suzi Pratt/FilmMagic) From Joe Diffie to Ty Herndon, here are some of the best final No. 1 hits that country artists had in…

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Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo Finalize Divorce: Report

  • Country artist Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo finalized their divorce settlement in July after 10 years of marriage
  • Asset division includes property, vehicles, aircraft, and creative works; a confidential payment replaces traditional alimony
  • The former couple intends to co-parent a child and described their relationship as unconventional but rooted in ongoing friendship

The two split after 10 years of marriage

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Apple Increases Prices For Apple Music & Apple One Over “Rising Licensing Costs”

  • Apple raised Apple Music prices across all tiers (individual $1/month, family $3/month, student $1/month), citing increased licensing costs.
  • Apple One bundle prices rose for Family and Premier tiers, while Apple Music remains cheaper than competitor Spotify after increases.
  • First Apple Music increase since October 2022; part of broader trend of subscription service price adjustments.

Apple is raising prices for its music streaming service, Apple Music, for subscribers in the U.S. and other countries. The individual plan for Apple Music will not cost $11.99 a month, up from $10.99. “As a result of rising licensing costs, Apple Music is increasing its subscription price…

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Matt Damon’s 13 Best Performances: From Math Genius to Greek King

  • Matt Damon broke through with 'Good Will Hunting' (co-written whilst a Harvard student), earning an Oscar nomination
  • He has accumulated five Oscar nominations across four categories and produced award-winning films
  • Recent collaborations with Christopher Nolan showcase his versatility across prestige and blockbuster work

Matt Damon has cemented himself as one of the defining actors of his generation, building a career that balances blockbuster stardom with acclaimed dramatic work. To celebrate the actor, Variety is ranking his 12 best film performances. After getting his start with small roles in films such as…

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The 10 Best HBO Shows of All Time, Ranked

  • Collider ranks HBO's 10 greatest shows ever, judged on craft and impact.
  • Veep placed 10th; Game of Thrones ranked 9th in the countdown.
  • Notable omissions include Rome, Oz and Curb Your Enthusiasm.

Collider has published a ranked list of what it considers the 10 best HBO shows of all time, arguing the network has been the defining force in "prestige television" over the past 30 years despite operating since the early 1970s. The list is notable for what it excludes…

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