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Neil Young takes the stage at the Greek Theatre, April 2025. Kevin Winter/Getty Images Neil Young made a surprise return to the stage on Friday, May 22, delighting fans with an intimate acoustic set in Vancouver. The performance served as a tribute to the 90th birthday of his longtime friend and environmental advocate, David Suzuki....
Nicola Roberts Welcomes First Child With Fiancé Mitch Hahn Nicola Roberts at the SKN TO SKN x Laura Whitmore launch in London, April 2026. (Photo: Alan Chapman/Dave Benett/Getty Images) Singer-songwriter Nicola Roberts has officially shared the heartwarming news that she has welcomed her first child into the world. The 40-year-old former Girls Aloud star took...
Neutro Shorty featured in the “Yo Soy” music video. Credit: Courtesy of Neutro Shorty/YouTube Neutro Shorty has officially captured the top spot in this week’s fan-voted new music poll, with his latest project, El Disco de Salsa, emerging as the clear favorite. In a survey released by Billboard on Friday (May 22), audiences weighed in...
Selena Gomez attending the 83rd Annual Golden Globes in Beverly Hills, January 2026. Selena Gomez is clearly embracing her time in London, where she is currently stationed for the filming of the highly anticipated sixth season of Only Murders in the Building. The 33-year-old multifaceted star took to Instagram on Sunday (May 24) to offer...
Dick Parry and David Gilmour at The Royal Albert Hall, 2007. (Photo: Brian Rasic/Getty Images) Dick Parry, the legendary saxophonist whose soulful performances defined some of Pink Floyd’s most enduring masterpieces, has passed away at the age of 83. The news of his passing was shared on Friday (May 22) by David Gilmour, who penned...
Charli xcx Unveils “Playboy Bunny,” the Gritty B-Side to Her Latest Single “SS26” Charli xcx makes a bold statement in her “Playboy Bunny” visual. (Credit: Courtesy of Charli xcx/Instagram) Hot on the heels of dropping her latest anthem, “SS26,” Charli xcx is pulling back the curtain further on her current creative era. The 33-year-old visionary...
Shakira and Burna Boy Ignite Excitement with Official 2026 World Cup Anthem “Dai Dai” Shakira & Burna Boy’s vibrant visual for “Dai Dai.” The global anticipation for the 2026 World Cup has officially reached a fever pitch. On Saturday, May 23, Colombian icon Shakira unveiled the highly awaited music video for “Dai Dai,” her collaborative...
ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION: Reflecting on Three Decades and the Craft Behind ‘Fujieda EP’ ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION Photo: Yoshihiro Mori Japanese rock icons ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION have kept their momentum soaring, releasing the Fujieda EP and the powerful single “Skins” in quick succession. The four-track EP, captured within the historic walls of MUSIC inn Fujieda—a 130-year-old...
Olivia Rodrigo attends the premiere of “The Cure” music video at The Metrograph, New York City, May 21, 2026. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Olivia Rodrigo With Olivia Rodrigo unveiling “The Cure,” this New Music Friday promises a much-needed escape for fans everywhere. The three-time Grammy winner headlines this week’s release cycle with “The Cure,” the...
Olivia Rodrigo Adrian Martin Welcome to our weekly curation of essential releases. Each Friday, we spotlight the tracks and projects destined to define the conversation, dominate your favorite playlists, and set the tone for the weekend ahead. Following last week’s highlights from Gracie Abrams, Drake, and Maluma, we turn our attention to a fresh batch...
