Category Archives: Pop/CHR Music News

The White Stripes, Oasis, Cyndi Lauper, Mariah Carey Lead Rock Hall Of Fame Nominees
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's class of 2025 performer nominees were announced on Wednesday (February 12). This year's list features a total of 14 candidates, which includes eight first-time nomin...
Erik Thompson Feb 12, 2025

Sabrina Carpenter Says Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Influenced Her Short n’ Sweet Show
In a new Vogue cover story, Sabrina Carpenter credits Taylor Swift's Eras Tour for inspiring her Short n' Sweet Tour. Carpenter opened 25 shows on The Eras Tour, and Swift's stadium performances influ...
Erik Thompson Feb 11, 2025

Mariah Carey Fans Question If Singer Is OK As Video Of “Stiff” Las Vegas Performance Surfaces
Mariah Carey fans are expressing concern over a viral video capturing her recent performance in Las Vegas, with some viewers questioning her well-being due to her slow and seemingly stiff movements on...
Erik Thompson Feb 11, 2025

Liam Payne’s Ex-Fiancée Maya Henry Breaks Silence After Singer’s Death
In a new interview with Rolling Stone, Liam Payne's ex-fiance Maya Henry broke her silence about her volatile relationship with the late One Direction alum. Recalling their on-and-off relationship fro...
Erik Thompson Feb 11, 2025

A$AP Rocky Chooses Not To Testify In His Firearm-Assault Trial
A$AP Rocky has decided not to testify in his own defense in his firearm-assault trial. The rapper is facing charges of two counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, and after discussions with hi...
Erik Thompson Feb 11, 2025

Kanye West’s Website Taken Down After Selling Swastika T-Shirt
Ye, formerly Kanye West, is facing backlash after his Yeezy website sold a swastika T-shirt, which eventually was removed by Shopify on Tuesday (February 11) for violating their terms. "All merchants ...
Erik Thompson Feb 11, 2025

Travis Scott Wants to Collaborate With Taylor Swift And Sabrina Carpenter In The Future
In a new cover story feature in Billboard, Travis Scott expressed interest in potential future collaborations with pop superstars Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter, as well as Houston psych-rock trio...
Erik Thompson Feb 10, 2025

Taylor Swift Gets Booed At Super Bowl, Causing Serena Williams And Flavor Flav To Come To Her Defense
Taylor Swift attended the 2025 Super Bowl in New Orleans to support her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. When Swift's image appeared on the jumbotron during the game, some fans in...
Erik Thompson Feb 10, 2025

Ed Sheeran Responds Following Police Shutting Down His Surprise Street Concert In India
Ed Sheeran has publicly addressed Sunday's (February 9) incident in India where police abruptly ended his planned street performance. The pop superstar reassured fans on Instagram that he received app...
Erik Thompson Feb 10, 2025

Ariana Grande Says Labels Should Provide Young Artists With “Non-Negotiable” Therapy In Record Contracts
On a new episode of WTF With Marc Maron, Ariana Grande voiced her support for mandatory therapy in record label contracts for young stars. The pop star/actress cited her own experiences with intense p...
Erik Thompson Feb 10, 2025



