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Ariana Grande (Courtesy of Republic Records) Ariana Grande is laying the groundwork for her upcoming Petal era. The global pop icon announced on Friday (May 8) that “Hate That I Made You Love Me” will serve as the lead single from her highly anticipated eighth studio album, with a release scheduled for later this month....

Billie Eilish wearing an “ICE Out” pin at the 68th GRAMMY Awards in Los Angeles, Feb. 1, 2026. (Credit: Gilbert Flores/Billboard) Billie Eilish is standing firm in her convictions. After facing a wave of criticism for asserting that it is impossible to genuinely love animals while consuming meat, the pop icon responded by sharing unsettling...

PNAU (Photo: Evan Tetreault) With their upcoming seventh studio album, AHHCade, Australian electronic heavyweights PNAU are aiming directly for the listener’s soul. “There is a profound sense of belonging inherent in this music, reflecting the journey we’ve taken,” says PNAU’s Nick Littlemore. “Whether it’s Peter and me or our various collaborators, our goal is to...

RAYE Confronts the Cruelty of Unsolicited Comparisons RAYE’s ascent in the music industry over the past few years has been nothing short of meteoric. However, this increased visibility has brought with it an influx of intense public scrutiny. Among the various critiques she faces, one persistent and deeply personal narrative involves comparisons to the late...

Charli XCX arriving at the 2026 Met Gala at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City, May 4, 2026. Gilbert Flores/Variety Charli XCX is literally taking an axe to the status quo. In a provocative teaser for her upcoming single, “Rock Music,” the pop visionary is seen violently stomping on an electric guitar, shattering...

BLACKPINK Shares Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Snapshot from 2026 Met Gala Rosé, Jennie, Jisoo, and Lisa capture a rare, candid moment together. The 2026 Met Gala took an unexpected turn when the members of BLACKPINK turned a mundane restroom break into a viral highlight of the evening. Jisoo, Rosé, Jennie, and Lisa gathered around a sink to...

While the title might suggest otherwise, Harry Styles is anything but static in the vibrant new music video for his latest single, “Dance No More,” featured on his album Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. The One Direction alum delivers an energetic performance from start to finish, punctuating his fluid choreography with a bold fashion...

Even global superstars have their own fan moments. In a recent installment of the Instagram original series Close Friends Only, the members of KATSEYE sat down with YouTuber Larray to discuss life on the road, the creative spark behind their music, and the excitement surrounding their upcoming EP, WILD. The episode kicks off in a...

Ariana Grande Katia Temkin While the title of Ariana Grande’s upcoming album, Petal, suggests something soft and delicate, the artist warns that the content is anything but. In an Instagram video shared this Thursday (May 7), the pop icon gave her team a candid update on the project, admitting that she’s stepping away from her...

President of Mexico Claudia Sheinbaum greets fans alongside BTS on a balcony at the National Palace, May 6, 2026. Photo: Haarón Álvarez/ObturadorMX/Getty Images Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum hinted on Thursday (May 7) that global superstars BTS might return to Mexico in 2027. This exciting prospect follows the band’s landmark visit to the National Palace the...