Trupa Trupa’s ‘Mourners’ Is a Song for This Moment

What are we going to do in response? If youre a musician, one answer is to sing a protest song. Once you know that, the noise they make takes on a different character. Trupa Trupa in Chamonix, France in 2018 (from left): Wojtek Juchniewicz, Tomasz Pawluczuk, and Grzegorz KwiatkowskiAdam Furtak* It starts to sound like a scream against the rising drone of right-wing authoritarian politics around the world. Its a bit like a band of gravediggers, isnt it?...

February 4, 2025 · 2 min · 246 words · Christian Smith

Usher Gives Kendrick Lamar Thoughtful Super Bowl Halftime Show Advice: ‘Savor the Moment’

Kendrick Lamarjust got some high-powered advice for his upcomingSuper BowlLIX halftime performance. His overall message was to be present. Kendrick Lamar, Usher.Johnny Nunez/Getty Images/The Recording Academy; Ezra Shaw/Getty Images

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 29 words · Mark Harrison

Waxahatchee Drops Single ‘Mud,’ Joins Outlaw Fest Lineup

But I cant help you, I cant stick around. (The track was produced by Brad Cook.) (Sierra FerrellsTrail of Flowerstook home the award.) WaxahatcheeKevin Morby* I think you have to take a stab at find some sort of comfort in the discomfort. Waxahatchees last drop came in October 2024 with Much Ado About Nothing, a single followup to MarchsTigers Blood. Shes been releasing albums as Waxahatchee since 2012sAmerican Weekend.

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 69 words · Brandy Henry

25+ Luxury Gifts to (Really) Treat Your Valentine This Year

Shop them all now. And right now,Celestyal Cruises a budget-friendly cruise line is having one of their biggest sales yet. Plus, theyre currently on sale, which is a rare coup when it comes to this best-selling brand. Burberry/Cartier/Baccarat Consider a good espresso machine, like this best-sellingBreville Barista Express. Plus, it looks great on the counter. Loro Piana Cashmere Scarf $600 This is not a regular scarf its aLoro Piana scarf....

February 3, 2025 · 2 min · 361 words · Michele Williams

25+ Unique Valentine’s Day Gifts They’ll Actually Use (and Love)

We chose Valentines picks for any budget, ranging from under $20 to under $400. you’ve got the option to pick between multiple color aesthetics too. Its available in color and black and white and the frame can also be personalized. Homesick/Barefoot Dreams/Crate & Barrel Its just 7-inches tall so your loved one can set it on their desk, nightstand, or bookshelf. Plus, its handmade, which means each bear bobblehead will be unique....

February 3, 2025 · 2 min · 354 words · Melissa Floyd

Beyoncé Announces 2025 ‘Cowboy Carter’ Tour Dates

Beyonce captioned an Instagram post announcing the tour with the words: She Coming. Beyonces tour will kick off on April 28 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. She will perform four shows in the city before heading to Chicago for two performances at Soldier Field. Beyoncé accepts Best Country Album at the 67th Grammy Awards.Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The MetLife Stadium in New Jersey is up next with another four shows....

February 3, 2025 · 1 min · 134 words · Lawrence Perez

Beyoncé Finally Wins Album of the Year for ‘Cowboy Carter’ at the 2025 Grammys

Beyoncehasfinallywon Album of the Year. I just feel very full and very honored, the singer said as she teared up. Its been many, many years. Beyoncé accepts the Album of the Year award for “COWBOY CARTER” onstage during the 67th Annual GRAMMY AwardsKevin Winter/Getty Images for The Recording Academy I hope we just keep pushing forward opening doors. God bless yall, Beyonce said. In 2023, Beyonce became themost-awarded artistin the history of the Grammy Awards with 32 wins....

February 3, 2025 · 1 min · 151 words · Jason Adams

Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Wins Best Country Album at 2025 Grammys

Taylor Swiftwas on hand to present the category. (She won this category 15 years ago forFearless.) Then, she announced Beyonce as the winner. Beyoncé accepts the Best Country Album award for “Cowboy Carter” from Taylor Swift onstage during the 67th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 02, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.Amy Sussman/Getty Images Beyonce looked genuinely shocked as she took the stage. She is the most-nominated artist in Grammy history, with 99 nominations....

February 3, 2025 · 1 min · 89 words · Michael Adams

Billie Eilish, Finneas Pay Tribute to L.A. Community With ‘Birds of a Feather’ Grammys Performance

I feel like this album is me, EilishtoldRolling Stoneat the time. It feels really hopeful and good in here, she told the FireAid crowd. I just feel honored to be here. Billie Eilish, Finneas O’Connell perform at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards in on Feb. 2, 2025.VALERIE MACON/AFP/Getty Images Its a really, really scary time and its been so devastating. L.A. is my favorite place in the world and my only home....

February 3, 2025 · 1 min · 116 words · Megan Lopez

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Trial May Start Early Unless Lawyers Limit Press Engagement: Judge

Pre-trial proceedingshave begun in the legal fight betweenBlake Livelyand herIt Ends With Usco-starJustin Baldoni. It was a concern raised by Livelys legal team in regards to Baldonis lawyer Bryan Freedman. Their statements are being amplified on social media. Pre-trial proceedings have begun in the legal battle between Blake Lively and her ‘It Ends With Us’ co-star Justin Baldoni.Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images; John Nacion/Variety/Getty Images Liman maintained that Freedman doesnt have enough evidence to attribute the article to Gottlieb....

February 3, 2025 · 1 min · 96 words · Kari Bruce

Brad Paisley, Sheryl Crow, John Legend, St. Vincent, Brittany Howard, Dawes Open Grammys With ‘I Love L.A.’

I Love L.A. originally appeared on Newmans 1983 LPTrouble in Paradise. I do too and the Beach Boys and riding in an open car. Brittany Howard (L) and Taylor Goldsmith (C) perform onstage during the 67th Annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 2, 2025.VALERIE MACON/AFP/Getty Images

February 3, 2025 · 1 min · 45 words · Matthew Brown

Canadian Sports Fans Are Booing ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’

Donald Trumphas trained his sights on the closest geographical allies of the United States:Canadaand Mexico. Canada and Mexico both plan to implement retaliatory tariffs. The same scene unfolded as the Star-Spangled Banner played before the game. Canadians are not happy with Trump’s tariffs.Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Trump better be careful what he wishes.

February 3, 2025 · 1 min · 52 words · Connie Carter

Celebrate ‘The Day the Music Died’ With New Big Bopper, Ritchie Valens Bobbleheads

Taken far too early, both musicians made lasting marks and the bobbleheads will be must-haves for music fans. The Valens camp is also prepping another biopic with the cooperation of originalLa Bambadirector Luis Valdez. before a second Valens film. Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper have been immortalized as bobbleheads, on the anniversary of their death in one of rock’s most legendary plane crashes.Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images, 2 And shouldnt Roger Peterson, who piloted the plane, get a movie too?...

February 3, 2025 · 1 min · 85 words · Vicki Arroyo