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Oscars 2025: Anora Wins Best Picture

Anora has won the 2025 Academy Award for Best Picture. Sean Baker’s comic drama about a dancer and sex worker from Brooklyn who elopes with the son of a Russian oligarch beat out A Complete Unknown, The Brutalist, Dune: Part Two, Wicked, Conclave, Emilia Pérez, I’m Still Here, Nickel Boys, …
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Sebastián Yatra Talks New Single ‘La Peliroja,’ New Album & More

Ahead of Sebastián Yatra’s performance at Viña del Mar, the singer sits down with Billboard to share the inspiration behind his upcoming single, “La Peliroja,” reveals a new album is coming this year, his friendship with Carlos Vives, performing on Broadway and more! Leila Cobo:Hi, Sebas. Sebastián Yatra:Hi, Leila. How …
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David Johansen, New York Dolls Frontman, Dies At 75

David Johansen, whose flamboyant style turned glam-punk progenitors the New York Dolls into ’70s underground rock sensations and who later had an improbable second act as faux lounge singer Buster Poindexter, died yesterday (Feb. 28) in New York after a years-long battle with cancer. He was 75. In recent weeks, …
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Every Big Rock + Metal Album Released Each Day in March History

If you’re celebrating a birthday in March, there’s a good chance you share the day with the anniversary of one of rock and metal’s biggest albums. Some of the biggest releases from bands such as Metallica, Iron Maiden, Rush and KISS all came out during the month of March. READ MORE: Rock …
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Little Simz is Powerful on ‘Flood,’ Our Song of the Week

Every week, Consequence’s Songs of the Week column spotlights great new songs from the previous seven days and takes a look at notable releases. Find our new favorites and more on our Top Songs playlist, and for other great songs from emerging artists, check out our New Sounds playlist. This …
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Lizzo’s ‘Love in Real Life’: Stream It Now

Lizzo’s back! The superstar is launching her new album era with a brand new single, “Love in Real Life,” released on Friday (Feb. 28). She teased the song just a few days prior to its arrival, with a cinematic teaser over which she narrates: “Everything was so much simpler, and …
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Zendaya Surprises Fans with ‘Shrek 5’ Role in New Trailer

Shrek is making a comeback — and fans will hear a new voice in the swamp. Universal Pictures released a new teaser clip for Shrek 5 on Thursday, February 27, revealing that Zendaya will join the star-studded cast. Cameron Diaz, Mike Myers, and Eddie Murphy will reprise their iconic roles. …
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Fans Offer Strong Reactions to 2025 Vans Warped Tour Lineups

The “30 Days of Warped” social media rollout revealing the majority of the Vans Warped Tour lineup for the three stops on the 30th Anniversary comeback run has completed and fans are having some strong reactions to what organizers have put together for 2025. READ MORE: Whatever Happened to the …
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Buffy, Harriet the Spy Actress Was 39

Michelle Trachtenberg, the actress best known for her roles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Gossip Girl, and Harriet the Spy, has died at the age of 39. According to the New York Post, Trachtenberg passed away on Wednesday, February 26th. Her cause of death was not immediately known, but it …
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Pitchfork Announces New Quarterly Zine

Last summer, I joined Pitchfork as its new editor from the world of 2020s independent music blogging. It is an unglamorous world, but one I’m deeply fond of, all janky websites and Substack newsletters. It is where a lot of terrible, unedited writing is happening, but also where some of …
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Duke Dennis Reacts to GloRilla Asking Him Out on ‘ILBB2’

GloRilla has been in the gym fighting BBL allegations, and she’s feeling confident these days. The Memphis rapper shot her shot at popular streamer Duke Dennis at the end of her feature verse on Jorjana’s “ILBB2 (Remix),” in which she raps, “Like my n—as tall and brown (What else?) And …
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Wu-Tang Clan Assembling Once More For Final Tour

Rap legends the Wu-Tang Clan will embark on their last tour, dubbed The Final Chamber, beginning June 6 in Baltimore. Original members RZA, GZA, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Method Man, Inspectah Deck, U-God and Masta Killa, plus Cappadonna and the late Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s son Young Dirty Bastard, will all be …
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Oceano’s Social Media Wiped Following Farewell Tour Controversy

Oceano‘s social media profiles have been wiped following some controversy over their farewell tour announcement last week, which also results in one of the opening acts dropping off the tour. This past November, Oceano vocalist Adam Warren quit the band after receiving backlash online for being on the bill for Attila‘s …
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Justin Bieber Says He’s Not on Drugs

Through his representative, Justin Bieber has assured fans that is not using drugs, and criticized the ongoing speculation about his mental and physical health as “exhausting and pitiful and shows that despite the obvious truth, people are committed to keeping negative, salacious, harmful narratives alive.” The statement (via Rolling Stone) …
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Bill Fay, Cult British Singer-Songwriter, Dies at 81

Bill Fay, the cult British singer-songwriter who experienced a late-in-life career revival, has died, according to a statement from his label, Dead Oceans. “Bill was a gentle man and a gentleman, wise beyond our times,” it reads. “He was a private person with the biggest of hearts, who wrote immensely …
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Dave Chappelle Receives President’s Award at 2025 NAACP Image Awards

“I won a lot of awards recently, but this one tonight is probably the most special award I’ve ever gotten because it’s from this institution that represents these people, us people of color, Black people.” That’s how comedian and actor Dave Chappelle began his acceptance speech upon becoming the first …
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Dorothy Opens Up About Why Her New Album Is So Important to Her

Dorothy‘s new album, The Way, is out on March 14, and ahead of its release, she joined Loudwire Nights on Thursday (Feb. 20) to help fans get ready. Listen to the full conversation with host Chuck Armstrong in the player near the end of this article. “I think it’s full of …
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Ruston Kelly Covers Avril Lavigne’s “Complicated” for New EP

Ruston Kelly has announced a new EP titled Dirt Emo, Vol. 2, set for release on March 14th. As a preview, he’s shared a cover of Avril Lavigne’s “Complicated” featuring fellow Nashville musician Annie DiRusso. Stream it below. Get Avril Lavigne Tickets Here Besides Kelly’s rendition of “Complicated,” the five-track collection …
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New Music Releases and Upcoming Albums in 2025

New albums are getting announced and released constantly. It’s tough to stay on top of it all. So that’s where we come in. Pitchfork is tracking notable new music releases with our guide to upcoming albums. In the coming months, there will be big new releases from Bon Iver, Lady …
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DJ Paul Tells Bunnie XO Three 6 Mafia Was Not Satanic: Listen

Three 6 Mafia had been hit with Satanism allegations in the past and DJ Paul hopped on Bunnie XO‘s Dumb Blonde Podcast earlier this week to clear the air. Paul explained that the satanic imagery was essentially “just an image” for the Memphis crew, and it started with DJ Infamous …
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Billy Corgan Clarifies Who He’ll Play With at Black Sabbath Show

Smashing Pumpkins‘ Billy Corgan is among the many rock and metal legends that’ll perform at Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath‘s reunion show this summer, and in a new interview, he clarified exactly who he’ll play the show with. Black Sabbath and Osbourne are the two main acts on the bill, …
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A$AP Rocky Found Not Guilty in Shooting Trial

A$AP Rocky has been found not guilty on two counts of first-degree assault The Harlem rapper was charged with assault with a firearm in connection to the alleged November 2021 shooting of his former collaborator, A$AP Relli. The incident occurred in the Hollywood area during an argument between the two …
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High Vis Announce North American Tour

High Vis will embark on a tour of North America this spring, with support across the run from Militarie Gun. After the band wraps up its UK run behind last year’s Guided Tour this week, they’ll kick off the North American dates in Seattle, in April, and wrap up a …
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Tool Planning Three Months in Studio to ‘Organize Ideas’ for New LP

Tool bassist Justin Chancellor has provided an update into the band’s famously-protracted album release schedule, revealing that the Los Angeles quartet will be hitting the studio following their upcoming tour of South America. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Speaking to Summa …
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Dimash Qudaibergen: A Parisian Triumph of Music, Art, and Fashion

In the city of light, where centuries of culture and creativity converge, Dimash Qudaibergen orchestrated a masterful takeover, seamlessly blending his artistry with the storied worlds of haute couture and classical elegance. Over the course of a few transformative days, the Kazakh vocalist left an indelible mark on Paris, navigating …
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Amity Affliction Member Responds to Being Kicked Out of the Band

Last May, Australian metalcore/post-hardcore troupe The Amity Affliction’s founding bassist/co-vocalist, Ahren Stringer, claimed that he was “booted” from their 2024 tour. Now, Stringer has officially responded to getting “kicked out” of the group (with the band also posting their own statement on the situation). The Amity Affliction and Stringer’s Statements …
Tyra Banks Net Worth: How Much Money Does She Have After Americas Next Top Model?
Tyra Banks Net Worth: How Much Money Does She Have After Americas Next Top Model?
Gordon Ramsay Brings a Korean Twist to the Classic Juicy Lucy Burger
Gordon Ramsay Brings a Korean Twist to the Classic Juicy Lucy Burger
Jessica Simpson Recalls Pressure to Lose Weight in Early Career: Im Just Not Built That Way
Jessica Simpson Recalls Pressure to Lose Weight in Early Career: Im Just Not Built That Way
Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5: Release Date, How to Watch, Episode Guide & More
Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5: Release Date, How to Watch, Episode Guide & More
Disclosure Day review – distinctly lacking in patented Spielberg magic
Disclosure Day review – distinctly lacking in patented Spielberg magic
Tom Cruises Steven Spielberg Popcorn Bucket Is Better Than Disclosure Days Official Vessel
Tom Cruises Steven Spielberg Popcorn Bucket Is Better Than Disclosure Days Official Vessel
Why Isnt Jesse Eisenberg in The Social Network Sequel?
Why Isnt Jesse Eisenberg in The Social Network Sequel?
Time and Water review – a lament for a disappearing world
Time and Water review – a lament for a disappearing world
7 Times Jeopardy! Arguably or Actually Got It Wrong
7 Times Jeopardy! Arguably or Actually Got It Wrong
Gene Shalit, Longtime Movie Critic For NBCs Today Show, Dead At 100 – TVLine
Gene Shalit, Longtime Movie Critic For NBCs Today Show, Dead At 100 – TVLine
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2026 TCA Awards: Heated Rivalry, Industry & Widows Bay Lead Nominations
Casting News: Elisabeth Hasselbecks New Daytime Gig, Game Of Thrones Vet Joins Peaky Blinders, And More – TVLine
Casting News: Elisabeth Hasselbecks New Daytime Gig, Game Of Thrones Vet Joins Peaky Blinders, And More – TVLine
Ariana Grande Launches New Foundation After White House Uses Music in ICE Video
Ariana Grande Launches New Foundation After White House Uses Music in ICE Video
The-Dream Confirms New Album Amid Rape and Sexual Battery Lawsuit
The-Dream Confirms New Album Amid Rape and Sexual Battery Lawsuit
Rosalía Returns to Stage After Family Emergency, Tells Boston Crowd Loved Ones Need to Come First
Rosalía Returns to Stage After Family Emergency, Tells Boston Crowd Loved Ones Need to Come First
Interview – Mikkey Dee + Lex Legion Revisiting King Diamond Legacy Without Retreading
Interview – Mikkey Dee + Lex Legion Revisiting King Diamond Legacy Without Retreading
Immersive Worlds and Fierce Friendships: Exciting New Young Adult Books Youll Love – NewInBooks
Immersive Worlds and Fierce Friendships: Exciting New Young Adult Books Youll Love – NewInBooks
Nicole de Moulpied’s “Still a Snack” Is the Midlife Wake-Up Call Women Didn’t Know They Needed
Nicole de Moulpied’s “Still a Snack” Is the Midlife Wake-Up Call Women Didn’t Know They Needed
Interview with Karen Redman, Author of Flawed Innocence – NewInBooks
Interview with Karen Redman, Author of Flawed Innocence – NewInBooks
Interview with Anastasia Alexander, Author of Loving Mr. Impossible – NewInBooks
Interview with Anastasia Alexander, Author of Loving Mr. Impossible – NewInBooks
10 Fathers Day Gifts at Tecovas, From Bestselling Boots to Elevated Basics
10 Fathers Day Gifts at Tecovas, From Bestselling Boots to Elevated Basics
Timothée and Kylie Are the Best Dressed Courtside Couple – Shop Their Looks From
Timothée and Kylie Are the Best Dressed Courtside Couple – Shop Their Looks From $20
7 Summer Beauty Essentials Worthy of Wearing to the French Open
7 Summer Beauty Essentials Worthy of Wearing to the French Open
Turn the Page: The Second Chapter of Hermèss Fall 2026 Unfolds Behind the Gates of Bel Air
Turn the Page: The Second Chapter of Hermèss Fall 2026 Unfolds Behind the Gates of Bel Air
Robyn Symon Discusses Her Narrative Feature Debut Queen of Shock
Robyn Symon Discusses Her Narrative Feature Debut Queen of Shock
Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum Getting Remake
Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum Getting Remake
Horror Remembers Salems Bridget Bishop
Horror Remembers Salems Bridget Bishop
Every Generation Gets the Monster It Deserves: A look Through Horror Movie History
Every Generation Gets the Monster It Deserves: A look Through Horror Movie History