How Drake and Producer Elkan Turned a Shower Hook Into One of the Year’s Biggest Hits with ‘Nokia’

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Producer Elkan turns a simple shower hook into Drake’s hit “Nokia,” blending retro ringtone vibes with future-leaning sounds and catchy melodies. Drake’s chart-topping single “Nokia” didn’t start in a studio — it began in a shower. For Sierra Leone–born producer Elkan, life was hectic, and his phone wouldn’t stop ringing. Needing a break from the … Read more

Trump Pardons Former Oak View Group CEO Tim Leiweke Following Bid-Rigging Indictment

Donald Trump on '60 Minutes' Nov. 2.

Trump pardons ex-OVG CEO Tim Leiweke months after his bid-rigging indictment, allowing the longtime entertainment executive to move forward. Former Oak View Group (OVG) CEO Tim Leiweke has received an official pardon from President Donald Trump, just five months after the Department of Justice indicted him on federal bid-rigging charges. The DOJ released the pardon … Read more

Taylor Swift Faces Backlash After Staying Silent on Trump’s Use of Her Song in White House TikTok

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Taylor Swift faces backlash after staying silent about the White House using her song in a TikTok video featuring Donald Trump. Taylor Swift is under fire online after the White House used her song The Fate of Ophelia in a TikTok slideshow featuring President Donald Trump — and the pop icon has yet to speak … Read more

Lloyd Slips and Falls Onstage Mid-Performance in Alabama

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R&B singer Lloyd slips onstage during an Alabama show, taking a fall mid-dance but laughing it off and assuring fans he’s perfectly fine. R&B singer Lloyd had an unexpected — and hilarious — onstage mishap during a performance in Alabama on Friday night. The “Girls Around the World” hitmaker was gearing up to launch into … Read more

Brandi Carlile Reflects on Fame, Family and Finding Peace: ‘I’m in a Sweet Spot’

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Brandi Carlile opens up about family, fame, past struggles and personal growth, calling her life today a “sweet spot.” Brandi Carlile is embracing a rare moment of balance in her life. In a candid new interview with The Guardian, the 44-year-old singer-songwriter opened up about family, fame and the personal growth that continues to shape … Read more

Sting Says He Knew The Police Had Reached Their Peak During Famous Shea Stadium Show: “This Is Everest”

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Sting says he decided to leave The Police during their iconic 1983 Shea Stadium show, realizing the band had reached a peak they could never surpass. Sting has opened up about the pivotal moment he realized The Police had reached the height of their powers — and why that moment also convinced him the band … Read more

AI Singer Xania Monet Signs $3M Record Deal, Sparks Debate Over Future of Music

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AI singer Xania Monet signs a $3M deal after becoming the first AI artist to chart on Billboard. AI-generated R&B singer Xania Monet has officially entered the music industry spotlight after securing a groundbreaking deal worth more than $3 million with Hallwood Media. The virtual artist, created with the help of artificial intelligence tools, has … Read more

Kehlani Condemns ICE for ‘Kidnapping’ People From Schools and Work

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Country music star condemns ICE for “kidnapping” immigrants and even U.S. citizens, calling their enforcement tactics “insane” during a recent radio interview. R&B star Kehlani is speaking out against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), accusing the agency of “kidnapping” immigrants — including American citizens — during routine parts of their daily lives. In a … Read more

Jelly Roll Reveals Clean-Shaven Look After a Decade: “I Feel Like a Ninja Turtle”

Jelly Roll Chenge Look after 10 Years.

Jelly Roll debuts a clean-shaven look after 10 years, revealing it after major weight loss and sharing why he chose a natural path in his transformation. Jelly Roll has officially unveiled his bold new look after shaving his beard for the first time in a decade. The country star, 40, debuted the transformation in an … Read more

Smokey Robinson Faces New Sexual Battery Claims as Male and Female Accusers Seek to Join Lawsuit

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New male and female accusers join the sexual battery lawsuit against Smokey Robinson, alleging unwanted touching and harassment, which he strongly denies. Motown legend Smokey Robinson is facing new allegations after a male accuser stepped forward seeking to join an existing sexual battery lawsuit filed earlier this year. The new claim comes as four Jane … Read more