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Kehlani Takes Risks and Stands Up: A Look into Their Journey

December 20, 2024

Kehlani, known for their versatile use of she/they pronouns, didn’t play it safe with their latest album, “Crash. ” They mixed R&B with rock, dance, rap, and country, diving into unfamiliar territory. This risk paid off big time, earning them three Grammy nominations. But this creative journey wasn’

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Boyz II Men Wins “The Masked Singer, ” Becomes First Group to Take the Trophy

December 19, 2024

In a surprising twist, iconic R&B group Boyz II Men emerged victorious on the season finale of “The Masked Singer. ” Dressed as the Buffalo, they outshone Mario, who finished as the runner-up. This marks the first time a group has won the show. The panelists were unanimous in identifying Boyz II Men

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SZA's New Album Artwork Revealed for 'Lana'

December 19, 2024

SZA has released the cover art for her upcoming deluxe album, Lana. This special edition follows her blockbuster album SOS, which she announced earlier this month on Instagram. The album, set to drop Friday through Top Dawg Entertainment and RCA Records, features a stunning teaser video starring Ben

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Pharrell Williams' New UNESCO Role: A Surprising Turn

December 19, 2024

Pharrell Williams, known for his 13 Grammy wins and numerous award nominations, has taken on a new challenge. On December 17, the singer, producer, and songwriter was appointed as UNESCO’s goodwill ambassador for artistic education and entrepreneurship. This rare honor, bestowed in a Paris ceremony,

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Shock Claim: Daddy Yankee Accuses Wife of $100 Million Theft

December 18, 2024

Puerto Rican reggaetón star Daddy Yankee has made a serious accusation. He claims his estranged wife, Mireddys González, took a whopping $100 million from two of his corporate bank accounts. This happened right after he warned her not to make any transactions. Yankee says González and her sister, wh

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Brian Baumbusch: Reimagining Music in Alameda

December 18, 2024

In a cozy home studio nestled in Alameda, composer Brian Baumbusch is crafting music that’s like a sparkling diamond—each listen reveals new depths. His recent album, "Polytempo Music, " is complex yet accessible, pleasing to the ear but with hidden layers begging to be discovered. Baumbusch, with a

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U. K. Consults on AI, Music Biz Says Keep Copyright Sacrosanct

December 18, 2024

The U. K. government is chatting about how and if AI developers can use copyrighted songs to train their AI models. Right now, it's a bit of a mystery for creators and AI firms, making it tricky to know who pays whom. A new normal could let AI companies use songs without permission, but only if crea

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Top Albums of 2024: Surprises and Standouts

December 17, 2024

Get ready to dive into the best albums of 2024! This year brought us some incredible surprises, like Kendrick Lamar's last-minute release, GNX. The album scene was packed with stunning projects that had us hitting the repeat button non-stop. Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter was a game-changer, reclaiming cou

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Readers' Picks: Top Entertainment of 2024

December 17, 2024

What did people really enjoy this year? We asked over a thousand readers about their favorite movies, TV shows, music, and theater. The films that came up the most were "Conclave, " "Challengers, " "Wicked, " and "Anora. " For TV, "The Bear" was a clear favorite, with others like "Slow Horses, " "Sh

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Tickets Skyrocket: How Concert Pricing Reached New Heights

December 17, 2024

In 2024, the concert business hit record highs, but it wasn’t just the music that was soaring. Ticket prices went through the roof too. The Rolling Stones, led by the ageless Mick Jagger, grossed $235 million from just 18 shows. How did they do it? By charging an average of $277. 16 per ticket. That