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Fire alarm cuts Stephen Colbert and Yo-Yo Ma Harvard event short as graduate student union pickets outside

Tracy Brown — Mon, 9 Nov 2026 21:54:18 GMT

A Harvard event featuring Stephen Colbert and Yo-Yo Ma was cut short by a fire alarm as striking graduate student union members picketed outside.

Elvis rights holders and Eminem's publisher sue Suno, testing the ELVIS Act

Cerys Davies — Mon, 9 Nov 2026 20:47:44 GMT

Elvis Presley's rights holders and Eight Mile Style, the publisher of many of Eminem's early songs, filed separate federal lawsuits against Suno on Nov. 6. The Presley suit is one of the first major tests of Tennessee's ELVIS Act, which protects artists' voices and likenesses.

Hudson Westbrook isn't trying to be the 'perfect country singer'

Mikael Wood — Mon, 9 Nov 2026 20:36:15 GMT

The 22-year-old from Texas broke out in 2024 with a flirty TikTok hit. With his new album, he's aiming for something more raw and vulnerable.

Del Casher, inventor of the wah-wah pedal, dead at 88

August Brown — Mon, 9 Nov 2026 20:21:21 GMT

Casher's wah-wah pedal added an elastic, vocal-like tone to lead playing, which gave it its onomatopoeic nickname.

Macklemore accuses L.A.-area venues of rejecting 'Free Palestine' concerts

Wendy Lee — Sun, 8 Nov 2026 21:06:26 GMT

Music artist Macklemore says nine U.S. venues, including Crypto.com Arena and the Kia Forum, turned down being locations for the Free Palestine shows.

Richard Lloyd, guitarist for acclaimed NYC rockers Television, dead at 75

August Brown — Sun, 8 Nov 2026 03:28:17 GMT

Lloyd's playing in Television fulfilled the genre's promises of swaggering virtuosity and restless re-invention.

Mötley Crüe singer Vince Neil's girlfriend arrested for domestic assault

Deborah Day — Fri, 6 Nov 2026 22:28:40 GMT

The girlfriend of Vince Neil, lead singer of heavy metal band Mötley Crüe, was arrested on a charge of domestic assault.

'Freestyle: A Love Story' blends romance and Latino joy in 1980s New York

Andrea Flores — Thu, 5 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

This intricate history of freestyle sets the scene for "Freestyle: A Love Story," created by George Valencia. Starring Justina Machado, the musical will make its Los Angeles debut on Nov. 6 at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre.

Bryan Adams is thinking about war with America (in 1814)

August Brown — Thu, 5 Nov 2026 11:00:00 GMT

"It's about respect," said Adams, whose new album reflects Canada's conflicts with President Trump. "Have some respect for the past, and not just decide one day, 'Oh, this is better for America or whatever.'"

Latin Grammy winner Bobby Pulido wins Texas seat

Andrea Flores — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 23:11:02 GMT

Bobby Pulido becomes the first Latin Grammy winner elected to Congress. He will represent Texas' 15th Congressional District.

Moby is ready for this round of fame

Steve Baltin — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The legendary DJ/producer, who says he is now better equipped to handle fame, shares tales of hanging with David Bowie and Lou Reed ahead of his show at Pasadena's Brookside at the Rose Bowl on Saturday.

Paris Jackson seeks $600 million from Michael Jackson's estate to go to his three children

Alexandra Del Rosario — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 22:56:18 GMT

Michael Jackson's daughter Paris Jackson is seeking more than half a billion dollars in a preliminary transfer from her father's estate to a trust for the three siblings.

Disney has fought AI firms over copyright. Now it's testing AI lyric videos

Wendy Lee, Samantha Masunaga — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 22:32:04 GMT

Disney is working with AI startup OpenArt to conceptualize lyric videos, starting with 'Go the Distance' from 'Hercules.'

Nicole Taylor, one of country band Taylor Red's identical triplets, dies at 35

Deborah Day — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 22:26:52 GMT

Nicole Taylor, one of country band Taylor Red's identical triplets, has died. The singer succumbed to breast cancer at 35.

Juan Atkins, Detroit techno music pioneer, dead at 64

August Brown — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 23:19:12 GMT

As a member of Cybotron, Model 500 and the Belleville Three, Atkins helped invent a subculture: "I know I'm the first one to apply the word 'techno' to electronic music. I can't claim to be the inventor or originator of electronic music, but I can definitely say that I got that."

Latin Grammy nominee Milo J charts a new course for Argentine music

Ernesto Lechner — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 22:08:28 GMT

Nominated in six Latin Grammy categories this year, rising star Milo J talks his intrepid album from 2025, "La Vida Era Más Corta," his collaboration with Trueno and navigating criticism as an artist.

Jimmy Webb on the hits that got away and the 'wretched excess' of '70s L.A.

Mikael Wood — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 20:04:08 GMT

The Grammy-winning songwriter has a new PBS special and an album of old tunes he describes as his 'problem children.'

Olivia. Chappell. Devon Again? L.A.'s alt-pop star stares down life-changing fame

August Brown — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Devon Again is opening for Olivia Rodrigo's, and signed to Chappell Roan's label. Yet she worries fame "at its core, can be dark and isolating."

Phoebe Bridgers' phone-free Lost Tour lets an arena hear her think

Mikael Wood — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:44:52 GMT

The singer's first of three hometown shows at Inglewood's Intuit Dome was an intimate emotional spectacle.

Jack Antonoff and Margaret Qualley officially file for divorce, months after separating

Alexandra Del Rosario — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 23:13:11 GMT

It's official: Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff are ending their marriage. The former entertainment power couple filed for divorce on Friday in New York.

Phoebe Bridgers, My Chemical Romance and all your Halloween club needs

August Brown — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:41:24 GMT

Halloween in Los Angeles is not just Gay Christmas — it's become a pretty exceptional weekend for music, with top touring acts planning blowout stands around the occasion.

At the Hollywood Bowl, Aerosmith argues for a future

Mikael Wood — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:20:26 GMT

The veteran hard-rock band played Night 1 of a two-day extravaganza called California Dream On. Guns N' Roses and the Black Crowes also performed.

'Crypt Jam': Unearthing the Crypt Keeper's 1992 hip-hop hit

Chaz Kangas — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:28:53 GMT

With the Crypt Keeper back to host AMC's FearFest 2026, the Halloween season offers a reason to revisit "Crypt Jam," his 1992 hip-hop deep cut.

What Brothers Osborne have learned about home

Mikael Wood — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:44:08 GMT

The country duo have a new album, 'Watertown,' that looks back on their days growing up in a small fishing town in Maryland.

Flavor Flav gives everyone permission to skip work to watch Game 6 of the WNBA Finals

Tracy Brown — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:44:54 GMT

Flavor Flav has signed permission slips for everyone to use to skip work and watch Game 6 of the WNBA Finals between the Valkyries and the Dream.

A church, a casket and My Chemical Romance: inside L.A.'s fan tribute

Carlos Aguilar — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:30:21 GMT

A Koreatown church featured in My Chemical Romance's "Helena" video has become an immersive tribute, with a replica casket, fan photo ops and organ renditions of songs from "The Black Parade."

Tom Jones postpones L.A. and San Diego shows because of 'bad case of the flu'

Tracy Brown — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:56:11 GMT

Tom Jones postponed his L.A. and San Diego concerts last minute after 'unexpectedly' catching the flu. The shows have been rescheduled to November.

It's official! Jay-Z will headline the 2027 Super Bowl halftime show

Maane Khatchatourian, Laura Zornosa — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 01:52:13 GMT

Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show at Inglewood's SoFi Stadium on Valentine's Day.

Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders take legal action against My Chemical Romance over dancers' uniforms

Chuck Schilken — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:53:27 GMT

The company behind the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders is seeking a court order to stop My Chemical Romance from using dancers in costumes it says copy the squad's signature uniform.

Chris Brown gets suspended prison sentence in case over London nightclub bottle attack

Alexandra Del Rosario — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:20:51 GMT

Chris Brown avoids prison time, as a London judge suspends the Grammy winner's prison sentence for a year. The R&B star pleaded guilty to attacking a music producer at a nightclub in 2023.

Puerto Rican band Chuwi wooed Bad Bunny fans on his world tour. They go mask off in 'Libertad'

Juan J. Arroyo — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

De Los interviews Chuwi: the Puerto Rican quartet that famously opened for Bad Bunny on his world tour. The band's debut 'Libertad' dives boldly into the political history of Puerto Rico and the question of its sovereignty.

Why does this sad-song karaoke night in L.A. feel so good?

Juliet Bennett Rylah — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

At Blue Mondays at the Fable in Eagle Rock, expect ballads and belting, crying, camaraderie, free "prozac" shots and regulars. Oh, and the winner gets a Garfield "I hate Mondays" shirt.

Elvis Presley catalog owners sue Anthropic alleging copyright infringement

James Rainey — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 19:42:08 GMT

The partnerships that hold rights to 274 Elvis Presley songs, including "Don't Be Cruel" and "All Shook Up," claim AI giant Anthropic illegally used the songs to train its AI tool Claude. Anthropic denied the claim.

Jay-Z burnishes his legend at SoFi Stadium

Mikael Wood — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 19:46:50 GMT

After earlier stadium shows in New York, London and Paris, the 56-year-old rap superstar touched down in Inglewood for a set overflowing with hits.

Stevie Wonder files lawsuit to evict reported ex-fiancée living rent-free at his L.A. property

Alexandra Del Rosario — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:24:47 GMT

Stevie Wonder is taking legal action against a reported ex-fiancée, seeking to evict the woman after she has allegedly lived more than 30 years rent-free at the singer's Hollywood property.

Mary J. Blige won't let anyone ruin this for her

Mikael Wood — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:56:25 GMT

As she continues her residency in Las Vegas, the veteran R&B star looks back on her long career and considers a string of recent accolades.

Ex-Eminem employee, accused of stealing and selling rapper's unreleased work, pleads guilty

Alexandra Del Rosario — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:28:24 GMT

A former studio engineer for Eminem pleads guilty to a charge of criminal copyright infringement. Prosecutors accuse the man of stealing and selling the rapper's unreleased music.

50 Cent allegedly bailed out suspect who was accused of assaulting Rick Ross' son

Andrea Flores — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:24:51 GMT

50 Cent allegedly bailed out a 20-year-old man identified in police filings as Don Roberts, who is accused of pistol-whipping Rick Ross' son, 21-year-old William Roberts III. The two rappers have been feuding since the late 2000s.

Latina DJs reflect on 10 years of neoperreo: 'The weirder, the better'

Ana González Vilá — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:23:30 GMT

From digital networks to dance floor sanctuaries, the reimagining of reggaeton called 'neoperreo' — made by and for femmes and freaks — turns 10 this year. Founders say the movement goes beyond the sound.

The five best moments from CMA's Dolly Parton tribute

Whitney Friedlander — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:21:03 GMT

The two-hour CMA tribute to Dolly Parton, who died of cancer in August, offered touching performances but largely stayed within country music, despite her influence across genres.

Chappell Roan might just go on singing these songs forever

Mikael Wood — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:33:51 GMT

The pop star brought her old hits — and a surprise appearance by Christina Aguilera — to the first night of her Super Graphic Spectacular fundraiser at the Shrine Auditorium.

John Anderson, Country Music Hall of Famer known for 'Swingin,'' 'Straight Tequila Night,' dies

Emily St. Martin, August Brown — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:39:06 GMT

The country-western star known for twangy hits has died. He was 71.

Lou Gramm to reunite with Foreigner for concerts as he plans to retire with a 'bang'

Andrea Flores — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:08:51 GMT

Former Foreigner vocalist Lou Gramm shared plans to retire: 'The second most important thing to putting your heart and your mind and your body into ... a great band is knowing when to walk away.'

How Tony Berg is building a home for music's future

Mikael Wood — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:34:20 GMT

The veteran record producer has made his Van Nuys recording studio a haven for young acts like Sombr and Phoebe Bridgers.

Fontaines D.C.'s Grian Chatten is all about dystopia, but says AI is 'rendering our souls obsolete'

Julius Miller — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Fontaines D.C.'s Grian Chatten talks about the group's new album "Dopamine Chamber" and the shock of landing in an AI controversy.

The Paradox's pop-punk saviors are coming to a town near you

Christine Terrisse — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Riding the wave of a whirlwind two-year ascent, the Paradox is breathing new life into pop-punk, delving deeper into social issues with its sophomore EP, 'Proceed With Caution,' and embarking on its first headlining tour

Maná to bring 'intimate' fan experience to Yaamava' for 2027 residency

Andrea Flores — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:00:08 GMT

On Monday, the famed Mexican rock band announced an exclusive 2027 residency at the Yaamava' Resort & Casino in San Manuel with a total of six performances: April 6, 8, 11 and Sept. 1, 2, 6, 2027.

Muna 'all safe' after band's tour bus catches fire in Burbank

Tracy Brown — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:14:52 GMT

Members of L.A. indie-pop band Muna are 'all safe' after the band's tour bus caught fire on the southbound 5 Freeway in Burbank.

U2 will headline halftime show for Packers-Rams Thanksgiving eve game on Netflix

Chuck Schilken — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:51:49 GMT

U2 will headline the halftime show when the Rams host the Green Bay Packers at SoFi Stadium on Nov. 25, in the NFL's first Thanksgiving eve game, which will stream on Netflix.

How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to 'Weird Al' Yankovic

Eric Ducker — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

For the legendary pop parodist, Courage Bagels, Toi on Sunset and celebrating canceled plans are on the agenda.

Charli XCX is figuring out what happens after you win

Mikael Wood — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:12:16 GMT

The English pop star brought her tour behind this year's 'Music, Fashion, Film' to Inglewood's Kia Forum for two shows over the weekend.

Sasha Alex Sloan has a (hit) song for that

Mikael Wood — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:31:33 GMT

The songwriter has penned hits this year for Olivia Rodrigo and Karol G. She's also got an impressive album of her own on the way.

Miley Cyrus is an ambivalent comeback queen

Mikael Wood — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:03:15 GMT

The musician and actor played her first full headlining show in years Friday night at the Hollywood Bowl.

Los Retros frontman Mauri Tapia charged with unlawful acts on a child

August Brown — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:43:31 GMT

Mauri Tapia, frontman of SoCal indie rock act Los Retros, has been charged with four felony counts of unlawful acts with a child under 10.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs transferred to new facility after prison perks report, head injury

Andrea Flores — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:13:06 GMT

Sean Combs was transferred on Friday to FCI Allenwood, a low-security prison in Pennsylvania, following allegations of special prison perks and a head injury at FCI Fort Dix in New Jersey.

Geese shred Hollywood Forever (and Dodger fan egos) at their three-night stand in L.A.

August Brown — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:55:57 GMT

Cameron Winter had one last knife to twist for the Dodger faithful in the audience at Hollywood Forever on Thursday night.

Billy Joel can't drive or perform following brain disorder diagnosis

Andrea Flores — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:03:26 GMT

Billy Joel shared health updates following his 2025 brain disorder diagnosis, stating that he has to take "a series of tests" before being able to tour and drive again.

Los Tigres Del Norte take over Tiny Desk with classic songs and a pro-immigrant message

Carlos De Loera — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:28:13 GMT

Ahead of their performance in Anaheim this weekend, Los Tigres Del Norte made their Tiny Desk Concert debut, imbuing the set with their signature sound and political activism that highlights the struggles of the Latino community.

The Kelly Clarkson bird saga continues. Molly is worth $15 million

Andrea Flores — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:06:22 GMT

Kelly Clarkson accused Art of Play of disrespecting her and denying her the sale of a hand-cranked singing automata bird. Store owners set a new $15 million price tag following social media frenzy.

From disco-ball Truck Nutz to her first Spanish single, Kacey Musgraves loves life in the 'Middle of Nowhere'

August Brown — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:15:31 GMT

On her Middle of Nowhere tour, Kacey Musgraves turns arenas into irreverent dance halls, from a Ronnie Dunn drag-king cameo to floating above crowds in disco-ball Truck Nutz.

Janelle Monáe wants to be L.A.'s reigning Halloween queen

Marah Eakin — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Once again, Janelle Monáe brings Halloween festivities to Los Angeles, from Hollywood Forever to USC to a secret party location. Her hope is to bring people together over a shared love of creative expression.

Peter Hook on the highs and lows of recording New Order's "Brotherhood," 40 years later

Tina Benitez-Eves — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

In between touring with his band Peter Hook & the Light, the bassist reflected on New Order and Joy Division's upcoming induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the making of 'Brotherhood.'

Stephanie Mills calls Lady Gaga a 'culture vulture,' says star owes her an apology

Emily St. Martin — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 02:28:10 GMT

R&B legend Stephanie Mills addressed unresolved friction with Lady Gaga, explaining why she felt disrespected during a private surprise performance. 'I hope you remember what you did.'

This L.A. church is where the faithful can study My Chemical Romance lyrics and the Bible

Lina Abascal — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:31:27 GMT

Immanuel Presbyterian, featured in the My Chemical Romance video "Helena," is inviting people to attend its new October series pairing My Chemical Romance lyrics and Christianity.

Joni Mitchell celebrates new American citizenship after 62 years living in the United States

Deborah Day — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:09:25 GMT

'Big Yellow Taxi,' 'Woodstock' and 'Both Sides, Now' singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell is from Canada but has long resided in the U.S. She shared video of her naturalization ceremony on social media.

Ella Langley ponders the dream at L.A.'s Greek Theatre

Mikael Wood — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:33:09 GMT

The 27-year-old country singer brought her smash 'Choosin' Texas' to the Greek on Tuesday night in the first of two sold-out shows.

Universal Music Group's top Republic and Def Jam executives exit in restructuring

Cerys Davies — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:22:31 GMT

Executives at Def Jam, Republic Records and Interscope are leaving Universal Music Group as it completes a plan to save about $270 million a year.

Carter Faith believes in country music

Mikael Wood — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The 26-year-old singer has a breakout debut in 'Cherry Valley.' She's up for new artist of the year at the CMA Awards.

Rosé is LACMA's 'number one girl': She'll perform at its upcoming Art + Film Gala

Laura Zornosa — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Rosé, a member of the K-pop girl group Blackpink, is also a successful solo female artist. She'll perform at LACMA's Art+Film Gala this year.

Kicked off tour for loving Satan, Twin Temple head toward rock stardom

August Brown — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

After a decade of terrifying the squares, Twin Temple (with new champion Jack White) might be at the precipice of stardom.

Michael Stipe and Andrew Watt on what they've almost finished

Mikael Wood — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The former R.E.M. frontman has been working for years on his debut solo album. With producer Andrew Watt, he's finally in the home stretch.

The ghost of Brent Hinds haunts Mastodon's emotional Hollywood Palladium show

Steve Appleford — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 21:29:04 GMT

Mastodon's two-hour Hollywood Palladium show turned grief into thunder, with drummer Brann Dailor singing "Your Ghost Again," a tribute to former guitarist Brent Hinds, who died in a 2025 motorcycle crash.

Fight to Unite turns the Belasco into a punk-rock benefit for families affected by ICE

Josh Chesler — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 19:32:33 GMT

Fueled by anti-ICE themes and a benefit for families affected by immigration enforcement, the festival at the Belasco offered a high-energy celebration of community as well as music.

Aria Vega will bring 'Caribbean maximalism' to L.A. — and soon, the Latin Grammys

Lucas Villa — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Colombian pop singer Aria Vega shares a hometown with Shakira; come November, she'll be following in her idol's footsteps at the Latin Grammys. Catch her at the Roxy on Oct. 13.

Alt-pop songstress Julia Wolf tried to become a vampire. Plan B? Hypnotizing the internet with 'In My Room'

Katerina Portela — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Grunge-pop hit 'In My Room' shot Julia Wolf to internet fame. As she embarks on tour, arriving in L.A. on Oct. 25, Wolf is 'saying the crazy stuff out loud' and reflecting on a childhood of 'Twilight'-fueled escape.

'Toxicity' at 25: System of a Down exhibition revisits the album that changed everything

Alex Distefano — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

System of a Down is marking 25 years of 'Toxicity' with a free, all-ages exhibition at Beyond the Streets in Los Angeles, featuring artifacts, photographs and instruments from the album's era.

Adéla brings 'Nicole Kidman' — and the real Chappell Roan — to L.A.'s Fonda Theatre

Mikael Wood — Fri, 9 Oct 2026 21:04:38 GMT

The 22-year-old pop singer flamed out on a YouTube competition series. Now she's one of the year's viral breakouts.

Céline Dion takes a tumble, but goes on

Andrea Flores — Fri, 9 Oct 2026 19:21:31 GMT

Céline Dion slipped in front of live audiences while performing 'Dans un Autre monde' during her Paris residency on Oct. 7. But the French Canadian singer quickly got back up and signaled to fans that she was A-OK by flashing a thumbs-up.

Brandon Flowers has no plans to open a bar in Nashville

Mikael Wood — Fri, 9 Oct 2026 17:07:47 GMT

The Killers frontman went to Nashville to make his new solo album. He says country music is 'a soulful artistic endeavor.'

Minka Kelly and boyfriend Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons call it quits after four years

Andrea Flores — Thu, 8 Oct 2026 22:43:27 GMT

Minka Kelly and Dan Reynolds have ended their four-year relationship. The two met in 2022 after meeting through a mutual friend, following Reynolds' separation from wife Aja Volkman.

Sean Combs' release date is delayed following prison perks allegations

Andrea Flores — Thu, 8 Oct 2026 18:05:19 GMT

Sean Combs' release date from FCI Fort Dix was pushed back following allegations of a pampered prison lifestyle. His new release date is set for March 2, 2028, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons inmate database.

This L.A. dance party is a rare 'utopia' for trans women. But now it's in danger of closing

Candace Hansen — Thu, 8 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Since 2023, Trans*cendent has created a rare L.A. rave refuge for trans women. But rising warehouse rents to host events makes the party's future uncertain.

Dolly Parton's nephew accused of using 'no trespassing' sign, barbed wire to deter process server

Andrea Flores — Thu, 8 Oct 2026 00:50:42 GMT

Dolly Parton's estate is alleging that Bryan Seaver, the singer's nephew and former head of security, is avoiding being served in a lawsuit, which alleges he threatened and extorted her estate.

Kacey Musgraves tapped Intocable for a Spanish version of 'Uncertain, TX.' The Tejano vision was always there

Andrea Flores — Thu, 8 Oct 2026 00:44:55 GMT

On Tuesday, Musgraves released a Spanish version of her critically acclaimed 'Uncertain, TX' featuring norteño band Intocable. Incorporating a Tejano sound into the song was always her vision.

Aerosmith will play the Hollywood Bowl on Oct. 29 and Nov. 1

Mikael Wood — Wed, 7 Oct 2026 19:04:12 GMT

The veteran rock band announced two upcoming shows slated to feature a variety of guests.

The real headliner at Head Trip? Floating Points' one-of-a-kind sound system

Niyaz Pirani — Wed, 7 Oct 2026 17:48:28 GMT

The custom sound system pioneered by British multi-instrumentalist, composer and producer Sam Shepherd is ready for its North American debut at Head Trip.

Sheila E. outraged by death at Carson jazz festival: 'You guys have to do better. This was horrible.'

August Brown — Wed, 7 Oct 2026 00:04:03 GMT

The legendary percussionist criticized promoters, she said, for allowing the show to continue before the body was removed.

FKA twigs and ex-boyfriend Shia LaBeouf resolve dispute over NDA: 'terminated and void'

Alexandra Del Rosario — Tue, 6 Oct 2026 23:59:56 GMT

FKA twigs' latest legal dispute against Shia LaBeouf has ended. The nondisclosure agreement between the exes has been 'terminated and void.'

Freddie Jackson, fixture of '80s R&B, dead at 69

August Brown — Tue, 6 Oct 2026 19:23:07 GMT

A statement from Jackson's official social media accounts said on Tuesday that the Grammy-nominated 'You Are My Lady' singer died on Oct. 5.

'Rubber Soul' caught the Beatles on the cusp of change. A new box set opens the vaults

Darryn King — Tue, 6 Oct 2026 18:05:01 GMT

The new 'Rubber Soul' deluxe set brings together fresh mixes, demos, session recordings and an illustrated book across several formats, including vinyl and Blu-ray.

Sheryl Crow headlines the first 'Live on Sunset' event November 14

Katherine Turman — Tue, 6 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The Sunset Strip, will see Sheryl Crow play a free concert on November 14 as part of the newly minted concert series Live on Sunset.

Sara Bareilles is not your grief guru

Janine Schaults — Tue, 6 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

'Good Grief,' Sara Bareilles' first solo album in seven years, deals with the death of two close friends and her struggles with infertility.

How Bella Kay learned to listen to the universe

Mikael Wood — Tue, 6 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The 20-year-old singer and songwriter scored a viral hit this year. Now she's in the mix for a coveted best new artist nod at the Grammys.

Why Punk Rock Bowling took a year off — and why it's coming to Los Angeles

Dick Slaughter — Tue, 6 Oct 2026 00:14:46 GMT

Immigration concerns and the loss of its longtime Las Vegas venue helped force Punk Rock Bowling into an unexpected hiatus. Now the festival is bringing its community together in Los Angeles for Fight to Unite, a two-night all-ages benefit supporting immigrant families.

Sass Jordan, 'Make You a Believer' singer and 'Canadian Idol' judge, dies at 65

Tracy Brown — Mon, 5 Oct 2026 21:29:20 GMT

Sass Jordan, the Canadian rock star known for 'Make You a Believer' and a 'Canadian Idol' judge for six seasons, has died at age 65.

Olivia Dean song accused of lifting from Bill Withers' lasting 'Just the Two of Us'

Alexandra Del Rosario — Mon, 5 Oct 2026 21:22:21 GMT

A complaint recently filed in California alleges that Grammy winner Olivia Dean's song 'I've Seen It' lifts from Bill Withers' lasting hit 'Just The Two of Us.'

Video appears to show rapper Lucki caught up in bloody brawl at ComplexCon; 4 hurt, police say

Jasmine Mendez — Mon, 5 Oct 2026 01:50:30 GMT

Video appears to show the rapper with a laceration below the jaw. At least four people were hurt in a knife attack, police said.

In Metallica's hands, Sphere is a totally brutal Vegas vacation

August Brown — Sun, 4 Oct 2026 17:43:29 GMT

Metallica makes no bones about the group's ambitions. Of course the band members were curious about Sphere, a venue that could go toe-to-toe with their firepower.

Zach Bryan spotlights call for 'Free Palestine' during show at Robert Kraft's Gillette Stadium

Alexandra Del Rosario — Sat, 3 Oct 2026 18:35:18 GMT

Country music star Zach Bryan signaled his support with a 'Free Palestine' shirt at Robert Kraft's Gillette Stadium, a venue that recently banned rapper Macklemore over his efforts to do the same.

How a guitar tech from East L.A. made Olivia Rodrigo's custom heart-shaped guitar

Brenda Elizondo — Sat, 3 Oct 2026 15:35:14 GMT

Luis Muñoz made the distinctive heart guitar Olivia Rodrigo is playing on her Unraveled Tour. It took 'five prototypes before I got the body right.' See video.