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The ACM Awards have a home on Prime Video for 3 more years

Tuesday, May 13 by ABC News

The Academy of Country Music Awards will remain on Prime Video through 2028.The streaming arm of Amazon has renewed its deal with the ACMs, ensuring one of country's most prestigious awards shows has a home through its 63rd ceremony."I feel like it's just another... Read More.

ICYMI: Latto, Lil Yachty and Kendrick Lamar + SZA

Tuesday, May 13 by ABC News

"Somebody" is Latto's upcoming single, set to arrive on Friday. The rapper announced the news Monday, sharing the release date and cover art on her Instagram. The cover is designed like a postcard with the tropical lands and waters of Jamaica surrounding... Read More.

Neil Young, John Mellencamp set for Farm Aid 40 in Minneapolis

Tuesday, May 13 by ABC News

This year marks the 40th anniversary of Farm Aid, and the milestone will be celebrated with an all-star concert in Minnesota.Farm Aid 40 will take place Sept. 20 at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, with Farm Aid board members Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Willie Nelson,... Read More.

Abrego Garcias lawyers challenge Trump administrations invocation of state secrets privilege

Tuesday, May 13 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Attorneys for wrongly deported Kilmar Abrego Garcia pushed back on the Trump administration's invocation of the state secrets privilege in a court filing Monday, saying that the government has produced no evidence "showing that it has made the slightest effort to... Read More.

Kelvin Harrison Jr. joins The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping cast

Tuesday, May 13 by ABC News

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping has revealed another cast member.Kelvin Harrison Jr. has been tapped to play Beetee Latier, a character played by Jeffrey Wright in the original series.The Lionsgate franchise previously revealed that Joseph Zada will star in the lead role of 16-year-old Haymitch Abernathy, while Whitney Peak will... Read More.

Goo Goo Dolls, Myles Smith & more to perform on American Idol finale

Tuesday, May 13 by ABC News

The American Idol finale, airing May 18, will be a three-hour, star-studded extravaganza.Judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan will perform together, as will artist-in-residence Jelly Roll. Plus, Goo Goo Dolls, Myles Smith, Josh Groban, Jessica Simpson, R&B icon Patti LaBelle, Rock &... Read More.

The 59th annual CMA Awards are on the books

Tuesday, May 13 by ABC News

You can mark your calendars for this year's CMA Awards.The Country Music Association will hold its 59th annual awards show Wednesday, November 19, at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena. You'll be able to watch live starting at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Last year, Luke Bryan and... Read More.

Kim Kardashian testifies in Paris trial over 2016 jewelry heist

Tuesday, May 13 by ABC News

Kim Kardashian thought she was going to die during a violent robbery at a luxury hotel suite in Paris in 2016."I absolutely thought that I was going to die," the reality TV star and entrepreneur said Tuesday in a Paris courtroom, where a trial is... Read More.

Cyndi Lauper explains why Rock Hall induction will be a full circle moment for her

Tuesday, May 13 by ABC News

Cyndi Lauper is one of this year's inductees into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, along with indie rockers The White Stripes, British rockers Bad Company, the late Joe Cocker, grunge pioneers Soundgarden, rap duo Outkast and "The Twist" singer Chubby Checker. But it turns out she has an unexpected... Read More.

Janet Jackson to receive ICON award at American Music Awards

Tuesday, May 13 by ABC News

Janet Jackson will be honored with the ICON award at this year's American Music Awards, which will air live from Las Vegas on May 26 and stream on Paramount+.The ICON award is given to artists "whose music has had undeniable cultural and global influence... Read More.

Author: ABC News

The ACM Awards have a home on Prime Video for 3 more years

ICYMI: Latto, Lil Yachty and Kendrick Lamar + SZA

Neil Young, John Mellencamp set for Farm Aid 40 in Minneapolis

Abrego Garcias lawyers challenge Trump administrations invocation of state secrets privilege

Kelvin Harrison Jr. joins The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping cast

Goo Goo Dolls, Myles Smith & more to perform on American Idol finale

The 59th annual CMA Awards are on the books

Kim Kardashian testifies in Paris trial over 2016 jewelry heist

Cyndi Lauper explains why Rock Hall induction will be a full circle moment for her

Janet Jackson to receive ICON award at American Music Awards

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