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Olivia Rodrigo reveals ‘Sex and the City’ inspiration for new album, ‘good luck charm’ from Jack White

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

You'd think Olivia Rodrigo's life would be interesting enough to inspire her songs, but apparently, for her new album, she turned to the plotline of a TV show for inspiration.On The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Olivia said that "multiple... Read More.

Lady Gaga’s ‘Prada’ songs arrive as she hits touring milestone

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

Lady Gaga has just achieved something only four other female artists have done before her.She hit #1 on Billboard's monthly Top Tours chart for March, thanks to some of the final shows of her Mayhem Ball tour, which wrapped on... Read More.

Amid health concerns, ZAYN cancels US tour dates

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

ZAYN's first-ever headlining arena tour just got a lot shorter.The singer has canceled his U.S. dates following the release of his latest album, KONNAKOL. As previously reported, on April 17, the day the album came out, ZAYN posted a photo of himself in the... Read More.

Early Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers concert getting limited-edition vinyl release

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

The Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers concert recording Live at the Paradise Rock Club, 1978 was released on splatter vinyl for Record Store Day in April, and folks who didn't get their hands on the fan favorite now have a second chance to own... Read More.

It’s ‘so true’ that Gracie Abrams’ new single is coming May 14

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

After weeks of teases, we finally have some solid information about Gracie Abrams' new song.It's called "Hit the Wall" and will be out May 14 at 8 p.m. ET, she announced on Instagram. She added, "I love it with everything... Read More.

Noah Kahan’s ’The Great Divide’ debuts at #1 in the UK

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

The Atlantic Ocean may divide England from Noah Kahan's home of Vermont, but that didn't stop The Great Divide from landing at #1 across the pond.The Great Divide, Kahan's much-anticipated fourth studio effort, has debuted at the top of the Read More.

2nd missing USF student’s remains identified

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

(TAMPA, Fla.) -- Investigators said Friday they identified remains found this week as part of the investigation into the murders of two missing University of South Florida doctoral students as Nahida Bristy.Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister said that forensic investigators took several days to... Read More.

ICYMI: Rick Ross + French Montana, Latto and more

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

Rick Ross and French Montana are contenders in an upcoming Verzuz, taking place May 7 at Apple Music Studios in Los Angeles and streaming live on Apple Music at 9:30 p.m. ET. It marks Rick's second battle, following his 2020 competition against 2 Chainz,... Read More.

On This Day, May 1, 1966: The Beatles played what would be their final scheduled live UK show

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

On This Day, May 1, 1966 ...The Beatles performed a 15-minute set at the New Musical Express Annual Poll-Winners All-Star Concert at the Empire Pool in London.The performance, which took place in front of about 10,000 people, wound up being the band's final scheduled... Read More.

‘Pit crew’ car thieves arrested following over 250 Bronx heists: New York investigators

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- An alleged group of car thieves who worked fast and furious at night to steal over 250 cars and auto parts in the Bronx were arrested and charged Friday, investigators said.The Bronx District Attorney's office indicted 16 alleged members of the... Read More.

Author: ABC News

Olivia Rodrigo reveals ‘Sex and the City’ inspiration for new album, ‘good luck charm’ from Jack White

Lady Gaga’s ‘Prada’ songs arrive as she hits touring milestone

Amid health concerns, ZAYN cancels US tour dates

Early Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers concert getting limited-edition vinyl release

It’s ‘so true’ that Gracie Abrams’ new single is coming May 14

Noah Kahan’s ’The Great Divide’ debuts at #1 in the UK

2nd missing USF student’s remains identified

ICYMI: Rick Ross + French Montana, Latto and more

On This Day, May 1, 1966: The Beatles played what would be their final scheduled live UK show

‘Pit crew’ car thieves arrested following over 250 Bronx heists: New York investigators

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