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U2’s Bono and The Edge meeting with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on May 14, 2026, in Mexico City. Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social U2’s stay in Mexico City took an unexpected turn this Thursday (May 14) when the iconic Irish rock stars appeared alongside Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. The band members were special...
Anastacia Brings Her Signature Wit to New Australian Comedy ‘Urzila’ Anastacia attends The Breast Cancer Research Foundation’s The Very Hot Pink Party at the Waldorf-Astoria. (Credit: Fairchild Archive/Penske Media/WWD) She might be famously “outta love,” but these days, Anastacia is finding plenty of reasons to smile. The powerhouse American vocalist makes a surprise, comedic appearance...
Jack Antonoff Voices Strong Opposition to AI in Music Creation Jack Antonoff speaking at the 2025 Variety Hitmakers event in Los Angeles. (Credit: Gilbert Flores/Variety) Jack Antonoff is pulling no punches when it comes to the rise of artificial intelligence in the music industry. The Bleachers frontman took to Instagram on Wednesday, May 13, to...
Avicii captured during his 2013 performance at the MLB Fan Cave in New York City. Mike Lawrie/Getty Images On Thursday, May 14, Madame Tussauds Las Vegas officially unveiled a new wax figure honoring the legendary producer, Avicii. The display captures the artist in his signature element: stationed behind the DJ booth, sporting a casual flannel...
Britney Spears Michael Buckner/PMC Britney Spears is forcefully pushing back against recent sensationalized claims regarding her behavior at a local restaurant. The pop icon dismissed the reports as entirely unfounded, characterizing them as part of an ongoing, unfair smear campaign aimed at tarnishing her reputation. In an official statement provided to Billboard this Thursday (May...
Copa del Rave 2026 Residency Courtesy of Copa del Rave Since its inception in 2019, the charity-focused DJ soccer tournament, Copa Del Rave, has become a staple of the Los Angeles scene. Now, the organization is gearing up for a major expansion to coincide with the 2026 FIFA World Cup this June. In harmony with...
Pasquale Rotella at EDC Las Vegas 2025 While official museums dedicated to electronic dance music are rare, you might argue that the most comprehensive archive of rave culture is tucked away inside Pasquale Rotella’s office. The Insomniac Events headquarters in Calabasas, California, functions as a living museum. It is packed with vinyl records, vintage rave...
Prince onstage at the 36th Annual NAACP Image Awards in Los Angeles, March 2005. Kevin Winter/Getty Images Beginning Thursday, May 28, the Grammy Museum will unveil its latest exhibition, “Tower of Song: Iconic Songwriters & Recordings.” This immersive showcase celebrates the legacy of the Grammy Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame (SHOF),...
A scene from the “Fear Us” music video, featuring Joey Bada$$ and RZA. Courtesy Photo Awich has officially premiered the striking music video for “Fear Us,” a standout track from her latest project, Okinawan Wuman, featuring heavy-hitting contributions from Joey Bada$$ and RZA. At its core, “Fear Us” acts as a profound exploration of identity....
Rihanna attending the 2026 Met Gala at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Michael Buckner/Penske Media While global icons like Rihanna, Elton John, and Shakira are accustomed to accolades for their musical triumphs, TIME is now spotlighting a different, perhaps more profound legacy: their dedication to humanitarian efforts. On Thursday, May 14, the publication unveiled its...
