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Your Shot Courtesy of Your Shot Calling all aspiring DJs: the premier novice talent search, Your Shot, is officially returning to the United States. If you’ve been waiting for your moment to step behind the decks, now is the time to prepare. To join the ranks, candidates must complete the registration process before attending an...
NewJeans — Photo courtesy of ADOR (HYBE) Four years after their meteoric rise transformed the K-pop landscape, NewJeans is commemorating their journey with a heartfelt tribute to their global fanbase. On Tuesday (July 21), the group launched “2026 Summer of NewJeans,” an evocative anniversary film series. The collection includes four individual vignettes alongside a collective...
Sam Reid stars as the iconic vampire in AMC’s adaptation. Sophie Giraud/AMC In the climactic finale of AMC’s The Vampire Lestat, the titular protagonist confronts the harsh reality of his existence—including a humiliating struggle to dominate the music charts. Despite his status as an immortal icon, bringing Anne Rice’s legendary rock-star vampire to life proved...
Lizzo | Credit: Robin Harper Lizzo is ushering in the new month with a major milestone, gracing the cover of Sports Illustrated’s digital Swimsuit issue for July 2026. For the sun-drenched shoot, captured at a luxurious Miami estate, the “About Damn Time” icon showcased pieces from her own Yitty Swim collection. This marks her second...
Ben Folds testifies during the “Monumental Waste” congressional hearing. Source: Sen. Richard Blumenthal/YouTube During a congressional forum held this past Tuesday (July 21), musician Ben Folds offered pointed testimony regarding the controversial transformation of the Kennedy Center. The hearing, led by Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), aimed to scrutinize various “vanity projects” associated with Donald Trump,...
Music News July 21, 2026 Preservation Hall Jazz Band to Headline City Parks Foundation Benefit Honoring Joe Killian and Alex Blavatnik In a fitting tribute to his enduring legacy, the celebration will unfold at the iconic SummerStage main stage in Central Park. The Preservation Hall Jazz Band takes the stage at a recent festival appearance....
her0ism Ryuji Tatsumi During the 2026 MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN (MAJ), a prestigious gathering that drew music industry luminaries to Tokyo, the “SONG BRIDGE 2026” co-writing camp emerged as a highlight. The event united international talents—including UMI (USA), Cup of Joe (Philippines), and HINDIA (Indonesia)—with Japan’s top-tier songwriters for collaborative sessions, a practice still gaining traction...
Robbie Williams visits the Empire State Building to promote his film “Better Man” on Jan. 14, 2025. Kristina Bumphrey/Variety Robbie Williams has addressed the viral moment from the World Cup Final where a white substance fell from his mouth onto his microphone, effectively silencing rumors that he was using illicit substances during the live broadcast....
Music Industry News July 21, 2026 Finneas to Headline Guild of Music Supervisors’ 2026 Media Conference The star-studded lineup features acclaimed industry figures including Nora Felder, Kris Bowers, and Carlos Rafael Rivera. By Paul Grein Finneas O’Connell discusses his craft at the 2026 Tribeca Festival in New York City. Multi-hyphenate artist Finneas has been tapped...
Harry Styles performing at The BRIT Awards 2026, Co-op Live, Manchester, February 28, 2026. Zak Hussein/Billboard Live Nation has officially confirmed that Harry Styles’ performance scheduled for Tuesday, July 21, in São Paulo, Brazil, has been called off due to health complications affecting the tour. The “Together, Together” residency previously launched at the Estádio do...
