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The Year in Music 2025: Welcome back — and other news

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

2025 saw some artists release long-awaited new music:-- In October, Mariah Carey released Here For It All, her first album of original material since 2018. It featured a cover of the Paul McCartney and Wings song "My Love," and collaborations with Anderson .Paak, The... Read More.

The Year in Music: 2025: Pop girlies continued to rule

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

Female artists took over the charts in 2024, and in 2025 they continued their winning ways - and added a new star to their lineup.Tate McRae was the year's new It girl, thanks to her album So Close to What. Upon its release in... Read More.

Gospel singer Richard Smallwood dead at 77

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

Grammy-nominated gospel singer Richard Smallwood has died at the age of 77. His team confirmed the news in an email to ABC, stating that he passed away Tuesday at the Brooke Grove Rehabilitation and Nursing Center due to complications from kidney failure.His family later... Read More.

‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ performers Goo Goo Dolls are manifesting ‘less chaos, more peace’ for 2026

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

Goo Goo Dolls are one of more than two dozen artists who'll be performing on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest, airing on ABC Dec. 31. During rehearsals, lead singer John Rzeznik recalled the first time the band performed on the... Read More.

The Year in Music 2025: Sabrina Carpenter is the charts’ best friend

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

2024 was the year that Sabrina Carpenter became a global pop superstar. In 2025 she became an even bigger star, topping the album and singles charts, racking up some career milestones and causing a bit of controversy.--In February, Sabrina won... Read More.

Watch Clay Aiken scare Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan & Carrie Underwood in new ‘American Idol’ promo

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

A new year means a new season of American Idol, and in a new promo, an old favorite makes a return.In the promo, host Ryan Seacrest welcomes judges Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan and Carrie Underwood to "American Idol University." "With... Read More.

DJ Cassidy says ‘it’s an honor’ to perform with Busta Rhymes, Wyclef Jean + T.I. on ‘New Year’s Rockin Eve’

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

DJ Cassidy is ringing in the new year on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest, bringing his Pass the Mic set to the celebration. The performance will feature Busta Rhymes, Wyclef Jean and T.I., who said joining the festivities was an... Read More.

On This Day, Dec. 31, 1984: Def Leppard’s Rick Allen loses arm in car crash

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

On This Day, Dec. 31, 1984 ...Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen lost his left arm in a car crash in Sheffield, England.After trying to pass a driver who had been taunting him on the road, Allen lost control of his vehicle and hit a... Read More.

Where should Taylor & Travis get married in 2026?

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

What was the biggest musical moment of 2025? For Ryan Seacrest, there was no contest.The host of Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest, who will preside over performances by 42 artists on Wednesday's broadcast, tells ABC Audio that one moment stood... Read More.

New Year’s 2026: Celebrations around the world

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- Countries across the globe are beginning to usher in 2026.The Pacific island nation of Kiribati was the first to ring in the new year, while Alaska and Hawaii will be among the last places to say goodbye to 2025.New ZealandAt... Read More.

Author: ABC News

The Year in Music 2025: Welcome back — and other news

The Year in Music: 2025: Pop girlies continued to rule

Gospel singer Richard Smallwood dead at 77

‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ performers Goo Goo Dolls are manifesting ‘less chaos, more peace’ for 2026

The Year in Music 2025: Sabrina Carpenter is the charts’ best friend

DJ Cassidy says ‘it’s an honor’ to perform with Busta Rhymes, Wyclef Jean + T.I. on ‘New Year’s Rockin Eve’

On This Day, Dec. 31, 1984: Def Leppard’s Rick Allen loses arm in car crash

Where should Taylor & Travis get married in 2026?

New Year’s 2026: Celebrations around the world

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