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Radiohead returns after 7 years, announce 20 new live dates
NEW YORK (AP) — Something is in the water in England. After a summer defined by the Oasis reunion, yet another beloved British rock band is set to return to the live stage: Radiohead.
The band — made up of vocalist Thom Yorke,…
What to Stream: ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ ‘The Paper,’ MTV Video Music Awards and a Hollow Knight sequel
A follow-up TV comedy of “The Office” called “The Paper” and the buddy live action comedy “Lilo & Stitch” are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.
Also among the streaming offerings worth your…
Music Review: Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Man’s Best Friend’ is a sincere but still sexy breakup album
If Sabrina Carpenter's “Short n' Sweet” celebrated the start of a romantic relationship, the pop sensation's seventh studio album, “Man's Best Friend,” is where it all comes undone in messy pieces.
The former Disney Channel star has risen…
Music Review: Hayley Williams’ fierce ‘Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party’ is her best solo work
“Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party" is the Hayley Williams album listeners have been waiting for — whether they realize it or not.
Twenty years ago, the teenage emo band Paramore wrote and recorded their first song, “Conspiracy,” recalling…
Venice Film Festival set to begin as activists hope to shift the spotlight to Gaza
VENICE, Italy (AP) — As the Venice Film Festival kicks off this week, activists hope to redirect the spotlight from the Hollywood stars arriving on the Lido to Gaza, with an anti-war demonstration planned for one of the festival’s biggest…
Music Review: Irish pop singer CMAT’s ‘Euro-Country,’ is smart, energetic, cheeky pop
Seven years ago, Irish singer CMAT (born Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson) received life-changing advice from a fellow rising pop star. Charli xcx urged her to dump her boyfriend and take making music seriously. It turns out that Charli knows…
Mariah the Scientist’s ‘Hearts Sold Separately’ mixes love potions and pensive emotions
NEW YORK (AP) — If you were surprised when Mariah the Scientist’s “Burning Blue” hit No. 1 on Billboard’s rhythmic airplay chart, you weren’t alone.
“It’s shocking. It’s almost like impostor syndrome, feeling, ’I have a number one song on…
Ciara reinforces her passion for music with ‘CiCi.’ The album is her first since 2019
NEW YORK (AP) — Ciara will deliver a new bundle of joy on Friday, but it’s not the fifth child her husband publicly flirts with her about.
“It’s time. Honestly, I’ve been working on this album for almost five years,” said the R&B-pop…
Brent Hinds, former Mastodon singer-guitarist, dies at 51 in motorcycle crash
Brent Hinds, the former singer-guitarist for the Grammy-winning heavy metal band Mastodon, has died in a motorcycle accident in Atlanta, the band and authorities said. He was 51.
Hinds was killed while riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle…
Music Review: Jon Batiste opts for chill vibe on stripped-down album, ‘Big Money’
On “Big Money,” Super Bowl-sized singer Jon Batiste opts for a surprisingly intimate sound.
The just over 32-minute, nine-song set will be released Friday, and it’s not nearly as loud as the New Orleans' jazzman's eye-popping wardrobe. The…
Laufey’s new album, ‘A Matter of Time,’ explores anger, love and more
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Long before the Icelandic Chinese artist Laufey became recognized the world over for her neoclassical jazz-meets-pop music, she was a student, answering a familiar yearbook prompt: “Where do you see yourself in 10 years?”…
The story behind Devo’s ‘Whip It’ and their misunderstood legacy
The new Netflix documentary “Devo” explores the Ohio-born art-rock band known for their quirky style and misunderstood message. The film debuts on Tuesday and features archival footage and interviews, including appearances by fans like…
Tristan Rogers, who played super spy Robert Scorpio on ‘General Hospital,’ has died at 79
Tristan Rogers, known for his role as Robert Scorpio on “General Hospital,” has died. He was 79. Rogers first appeared on the show in 1980 and became a beloved character. Born in Melbourne, Australia, he initially pursued music before…
Bayreuth’s 2025 production of Wagner’s ‘Meistersinger’ features a Technicolor look — and a twist
BAYREUTH, Germany (AP) — In Wagner's home theater, a twist has been added to the classic opera “Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg.”
Instead of Walther joining the guild of master singers and preparing to marry Eva after he wins the song…
Music Review: Conan Gray’s ‘Wishbone’ further confirms his place as a tastemaker of Gen Z pop
NEW YORK (AP) — Rejection serves as inspiration for angst and contemplation on pop singer Conan Gray’s wistful fourth album, “Wishbone,” out Friday. It is a return to form for Gray with 12 diaristic tracks that oscillate between bold…
