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Music's biggest stars help raise money for California wildfire victims
On Thursday, dozens of artists gathered to perform at two different venues in L.A. as part of a massive benefit concert to help victims of the California wildfires.CBS News - 11h -
The Biggest Game Releases Of February 2025
After a relaxed start to the year, it feels like the 2025 gaming year is truly kicking off in February thanks to several high-profile releases. While Assassin's Creed Shadows has slipped to March ...GameSpot - 13h -
Music's biggest stars come together to support L.A. wildfire victims at FireAid
A star-studded line-up of artists are slated to perform at tonight's event, which will raise money for Los Angeles-area wildfire victims.NBC News - 1d -
Tennessee teacher honored with 2025 Music Educator Award
Adrian Maclin, a music teacher in Memphis, Tennessee, is the winner of the 2025 Music Educator Award, which is presented by the Recording Academy and the Grammy Museum.CBS News - 2d -
Ladies and Gentlemen, 38 Key Musical Moments on ‘S.N.L.’
As the show celebrates its 50th season, look back at some of its most fiery, shocking and groundbreaking performances.The New York Times - 6d -
Trans musical 'Emilia Pérez' is winning awards and igniting controversy
“Emilia Pérez” is quickly becoming an awards-show favorite, raking in four Golden Globe wins and 13 Oscar nominations — plus SAG Award nods, too.NBC News - Jan. 24 -
The biggest 2025 Oscars snubs, surprises
The 2025 Oscar nominations were announced and Netflix's "Emilia Pérez" came out on top. CBS News' Jamie Waxx breaks down the most surprising news from the big screen announcement.CBS News - Jan. 23 -
Musical about trans drug boss leads Oscar nominations
Netflix's Spanish-language Emilia Pérez has 13 nominations, followed by Wicked and The Brutalist.BBC News - Jan. 23 -
The biggest Oscar nomination snubs of 2025
In a crowded field of potential acting nominees, many big names and winners of other awards were shut out Thursday from the Academy Award nominations — and one made Oscars history.CBS News - Jan. 23 -
Questlove explores 50 years of SNL music in new documentary
Oscar-winning filmmaker and drummer Questlove takes a behind-the-scenes look at "Saturday Night Live's" iconic musical performances in his new documentary, "Ladies & Gentlemen – 50 Years of SNL ...CBS News - Jan. 22 -
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Thomas Sondergard Brings Nordic Music and Hygge to Minnesota Orchestra
With the Nordic Soundscapes Festival, Thomas Sondergard puts his stamp on the Minnesota Orchestra (and its interior spaces).The New York Times - Jan. 21 -
At Trump’s Rally, the Contradictions Are in the Music
The president-elect danced along with Village People as his rally closed with a live performance of “Y.M.C.A.,” after Kid Rock and Lee Greenwood played.The New York Times - Jan. 20 -
'The Sound of Music' turns 60 this year. Salzburg has plenty in store for fans
Salzburg, Austria, is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the release of "The Sound of Music" film with special exhibitions, tours and performances in 2025.CNBC - Jan. 20 -
The Celtics are in a slump — and their biggest issue is surprising
Should Boston be worried or is this just a blip on the radar?Yahoo Sports - Jan. 17 -
Top music acts announced for FireAid, a concert to support L.A. wildfire victims
The biggest names in pop, rock and country are coming together to raise funds for victims of the Palisades and Eaton wildfires and assist with the recovery.The Hill - Jan. 17 -
A treasure house of composer Arnold Schoenberg's music destroyed in Palisades fire
Ninety years after composer Arnold Schoenberg fled the Nazis and moved to Los Angeles, the publishing company established by his heirs was destroyed in the Palisades fire.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 16 -
WATCH: Drake sues music label for defamation over Kendrick Lamar song
Drake filed a lawsuit against Universal Music Group alleging the company promoted "false and defamatory allegations against him," his attorneys said.ABC News - Jan. 16 -
Drake sues Universal Music for defamation related to Kendrick Lamar diss track
The leading hip-hop superstar beef has been cranked up another notch, with Drake suing Universal Music Group for defamation over rival Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us.”ABC News - Jan. 16 -
Kenny Chesney will bring country music to the Las Vegas Sphere in May
The country star announced Thursday that he'll play a dozen shows at Sphere starting May 22.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 16 -
Why Zane Lowe and Apple Music are betting on live radio in an on-demand era
The streaming platform just introduced three new radio stations at a moment when its competitors are relying on playlists and AI. Says Zane Lowe: 'Music doesn't get event-ized enough.'Los Angeles Times - Jan. 15 -
Drake lawsuit accuses Universal Music Group of defamation for 'Not Like Us'
The superstar rapper claims in a lawsuit that the record company he and Kendrick Lamar are both signed with have put his life and reputation at risk.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 15 -
Fire charred two L.A. music utopias. Will they ever recover?
In a cruel coincidence, the Palisades and Eaton fires wiped out two neighborhoods with unique significance in L.A.'s music industry.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 15 -
Titanique review – camp musical sails into silliness with Céline Dion onboard
Criterion theatre, London It goes on and on but this madcap spoof of the blockbuster film has a sparkling cast, including Lauren Drew as Dion and Layton Williams as the iceberg. Imagine James ...The Guardian - Jan. 9 -
A Ballerina Prized for Her Musicality Deals With Hearing Loss
Sara Mearns, the New York City Ballet principal, announced her 10-year struggle on Instagram. She tested out her new hearing aids in “The Nutcracker.”The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Researchers confirm 'Music City Miracle' star Frank Wycheck had CTE
Frank Wycheck, the NFL tight end best known for throwing the lateral that started the “Music City Miracle” and launched the Tennessee Titans’ run to the franchise’s lone Super Bowl appearance, had ...ABC News - Jan. 9 -
A highly musical movie year
Never in Academy Awards history have so many women from musicals been likely Oscar nominees in a single year.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 9 -
Why ‘Show Boat’ Is America’s Most Enduring, Unstable Musical
A revival called “Show/Boat: A River” joins a history of reimagining the musical that goes back nearly a century, to its first performances.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Julia Michaels on new music collaboration with Maren Morris
Julia Michaels, a six-time Grammy nominee known for writing hits for artists like Dua Lipa and Justin Bieber, shares a first look at "Scissors," her upcoming collaboration with Maren Morris.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Visual poetry through music
How the filmmakers behind 'A Complete Unknown' embraced the grit of the New York streets.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 8 -
Awards success of cartel boss musical Emilia Pérez prompts outrage in Mexico
The film about Mexico has just one main actor who is Mexican, and Mexicans say it’s heavy with stereotypes and treats violence with frivolity. A musical about a Mexican cartel boss who fakes their ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
'Music is back' as vinyl and streaming help sales hit a 20-year high
Albums by Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift and Coldplay pushed sales of recorded music to a record £2.4bn.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
BBC Sound of 2025: Barry Can't Swim is a new dance music superstar
The producer and DJ from Edinburgh is revealed in third place on the BBC's Sound of 2025 list.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
Opinion: If 'Baby Shark' represents the worst of children's music, this is the genre's best
The Armenian Canadian singer of "Baby Beluga" and "Bananaphone," who has been making music for kids since the 1970s, is an antidote to today's frenetic earworms.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 7 -
How the Brian Eno music documentary shifts its scenes with every viewing
The 500 hours of footage available for 'Eno' are assorted and resorted in abrupt, unpredictable ways that keep the eyes and mind jumping.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 6 -
Jimmy Carter and his love of America's music
"Sunday Morning" contributor Bill Flanagan remembers the former president's love of music, and how his celebrations of America's musical heritage spanned the genres of country, gospel, classical, ...CBS News - Jan. 5 -
Film concerts: Performing movie music live
An increasingly popular symphony orchestra concert is a screening of a movie such as "Jaws" accompanied by a live performance of the music—reeling in new audiences to the concert hall.CBS News - Jan. 5 -
Jimmy Carter and his love of America's music
"Sunday Morning" contributor Bill Flanagan remembers the former president's love of music, and how his celebrations of America's musical heritage spanned the genres of country, gospel, classical, ...CBS News - Jan. 5 -
Music brings New Orleans' French Quarter back to life
Buskers returned to the iconic streets one day after the New Year's Day tragedy.ABC News - Jan. 2 -
Bourbon Street reopens with music: 'Part of the healing process'
NBC News Correspondent Gadi Schwartz reports from Bourbon Street, bouncing with music, as it reopens after an attacker drove through a crowd on New Year’s Day, killing 14 and injuring dozens.NBC News - Jan. 2
