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Grammy nominee Addison Rae says people expected her to make ‘bad,’ ‘soulless’ music

Friday, December 19 by ABC News

Addison Rae has spent the year confounding people's expectations.Critics certainly didn't expect to like her debut album, Addison, but it earned rave reviews and a nomination for best new artist at the Grammy Awards in February. Addison tells the Los... Read More.

Music notes: Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish and more

Friday, December 19 by ABC News

If the colors of the gown Ariana Grande wears in her Saturday Night Live promos look like they're from the '70s, that's because they are. The dress is a Bob Mackie design... Read More.

Brown, MIT suspect had 200 rounds, laser sights as authorities feared hit list: US attorney

Friday, December 19 by ABC News

(BOSTON, Mass.) -- It was Thursday morning when investigators definitively determined the same individual opened fire on a study group at Brown University and, two days later, murdered an MIT professor -- raising fears among law enforcement officials that the killer may have... Read More.

Ye’s first solo performance in Italy announced

Friday, December 19 by ABC News

Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, is headed to Italy in summer 2026 for his first live solo performance in the country. He'll be playing at the RCF Arena in Reggio Emilia on July 18, as part of the Hellwatt Festival, taking place over... Read More.

Final installment of Freddie Mercury’s ‘Mr Bad Guy’ YouTube series released

Friday, December 19 by ABC News

The final installment of the three-part YouTube series looking back at Freddie Mercury's debut solo album, Mr Bad Guy, has just been released, and it focuses on the songs on the album.Once again, the clip features archival footage of the... Read More.

New Music Friday: Benny the Butcher, Polo G, DaBaby and more

Friday, December 19 by ABC News

DaBaby dropped two new songs for fans: "Paper Low" + "Out Ya Business." In announcing the songs, he shared that he has a "new album loading."Kali Uchis released the song "Read More.

Ella Langley & Miranda Lambert are making records — and setting them, too

Friday, December 19 by ABC News

Miranda Lambert couldn't be prouder of Ella Langley."Y'all sure are 'Choosin' Texas,'" Miranda wrote on her socials on Friday. "Proud of this song @ellalangleymusic."Miranda is personally involved with the tune, having both co-written and co-produced it.... Read More.

Styx announces lineup for 2026 Rockin’ in Paradise Florida festival

Friday, December 19 by ABC News

Styx has announced the lineup for their 2026 Rockin' in Paradise with Styx + Friends beach weekend.The festival, happening Oct. 8-10 in Miramar Beach, Florida, will feature Styx headlining two special shows. The lineup includes Yacht Rock Review, 38 Special,... Read More.

Bowen Yang departs ‘Saturday Night Live’: Report

Friday, December 19 by ABC News

Bowen Yang is saying goodbye to Studio 8H.The comedian is leaving Saturday Night Live after starring as a cast member on the late-night sketch comedy series for seven seasons, according to Deadline.Yang's final appearance on the show will take place... Read More.

Lainey Wilson’s going to ‘Snoop’s Holiday Halftime Party’ on Christmas Day

Friday, December 19 by ABC News

Lainey Wilson will be part of Snoop's Holiday Halftime Party Christmas Day on Netflix. Of course, Snoop Dogg will headline the show, with EJAE, Rei Ami and Audrey Nuna, the voices of HUNTR/X from Netflix's KPop Demon Hunters, set to appear as well. Netflix's... Read More.

Author: ABC News

Grammy nominee Addison Rae says people expected her to make ‘bad,’ ‘soulless’ music

Music notes: Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish and more

Ye’s first solo performance in Italy announced

Final installment of Freddie Mercury’s ‘Mr Bad Guy’ YouTube series released

New Music Friday: Benny the Butcher, Polo G, DaBaby and more

Ella Langley & Miranda Lambert are making records — and setting them, too

Styx announces lineup for 2026 Rockin’ in Paradise Florida festival

Bowen Yang departs ‘Saturday Night Live’: Report

Lainey Wilson’s going to ‘Snoop’s Holiday Halftime Party’ on Christmas Day

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