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Michael McDonald, George Thorogood among the 2026 Musician Hall of Fame inductees

Monday, February 9 by ABC News

The Doobie Brothers' Michael McDonald and George Thorogood & The Destroyers are among the artists set to be inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame in Nashville this year.The 2026 class also includes Dolly Parton, the late session keyboardist Nicky Hopkins, country star Keith... Read More.

‘Billboard’ Hot 100 chooses Ella Langley, sends her to record-setting #1 spot

Monday, February 9 by ABC News

Ella Langley's best known as a country artist, but the overall popularity of the Alabama singer's current hit, "Choosin' Texas," has led her to an historic chart feat.This song has risen to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, while simultaneously... Read More.

Catherine O’Hara cause of death revealed

Monday, February 9 by ABC News

Catherine O'Hara's cause of death has been revealed.The actress died of a pulmonary embolism, according to her death certificate, released Monday by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office.Rectal cancer is listed on the certificate as the underlying cause of death.A pulmonary embolism is... Read More.

‘Practical Magic’ stage musical in development with Norah Jones, Gregg Wattenberg score

Monday, February 9 by ABC News

A musical based on the beloved film Practical Magic is on the way.This new production will be produced by special arrangement with Warner Bros. Theater Ventures. It will be based on the 1998 film directed by Griffin Dunne and starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole... Read More.

‘This One’s for the Girls’: Ella Langley makes ‘Billboard’ history with ‘Choosin’ Texas’

Monday, February 9 by ABC News

Lots of folks seem to be "Choosin' Texas" these days, and it's helped Ella Langley set a record. The Alabama native's just become the first woman ever to top the all-genre Billboard 100, Hot Country Songs and Country Airplay charts at the same time.... Read More.

How you can own an Opry guitar a century in the making

Monday, February 9 by ABC News

If you happened to spot the special guitar Vince Gill played on the Grand Ole Opry's 100th anniversary show on Nov. 28, 2025, you might be excited to know you can now own one. The Opry 100th Anniversary Martin HD-28 Guitar is now available,... Read More.

Noah Kahan earns highest-charting Hot 100 hit with ‘The Great Divide’

Monday, February 9 by ABC News

Noah Kahan's "The Great Divide" has made a great debut on the Billboard Hot 100.The title track and lead single off the "Stick Season" artist's upcoming album begins at #6 on the all-genre chart, giving him his first top-10 Hot... Read More.

Why invasive spotted lanternflies are thriving in the US

Monday, February 9 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Scientists are getting a better understanding of why spotted lanternflies, the invasive species wreaking havoc in the Northeast every spring, have been thriving since their invasion into the U.S.The flying insect, identified by its distinctive spotted wings, originated in Asia and... Read More.

Boyz II Men announce Sin City summer shows

Monday, February 9 by ABC News

Boyz II Men are heading back to Sin City for a summer run, announcing their third consecutive engagement at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. They first performed at the venue in August 2024, followed by a return in August 2025.The group... Read More.

Mary J. Blige to perform at the 10th annual Love Rocks NYC

Monday, February 9 by ABC News

Mary J. Blige is among the stars set to take the stage at the 10th annual Love Rocks NYC, a benefit concert that raises money for God's Love We Deliver, which provides medically tailored meals to New Yorkers living with severe illnesses.Mary joins a... Read More.

Author: ABC News

Michael McDonald, George Thorogood among the 2026 Musician Hall of Fame inductees

‘Billboard’ Hot 100 chooses Ella Langley, sends her to record-setting #1 spot

Catherine O’Hara cause of death revealed

‘Practical Magic’ stage musical in development with Norah Jones, Gregg Wattenberg score

‘This One’s for the Girls’: Ella Langley makes ‘Billboard’ history with ‘Choosin’ Texas’

How you can own an Opry guitar a century in the making

Noah Kahan earns highest-charting Hot 100 hit with ‘The Great Divide’

Why invasive spotted lanternflies are thriving in the US

Boyz II Men announce Sin City summer shows

Mary J. Blige to perform at the 10th annual Love Rocks NYC

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