Author: Amanda Collins
The Grateful Dead, which is now celebrating its 60th anniversary, contained multitudes. Its best music was both of the Sixties and out of time, improvised in the moment yet collected like relics by the faithful — first on traded cassettes, then CDs and now vinyl. Its members played as though they were of one mind, but they came together from very different places — Phil Lesh from the avant-garde, Pig Pen from R&B, Bob Weir from blues and country and Jerry Garcia from every genre all at once. And although the Dead disbanded in 1995, after Garcia died, they never…
TRiiiPSS, the project of Osaka-born, Georgia-raised singers, songwriters and producers Mick, Jay, and Kevin Litherland, share their brand new single Melon Fanta, a sun-soaked indie-pop gem! Melon Fanta finds the triplets singing about this drink which is found only in Japan, and how you can’t find anything like it in the world, comparing that uniqueness with being infatuated with someone. This is a vibrant and playful celebration of love and how their presence is as unique and irresistible as the drink’s sweet, bright and unforgettable experience. It captures the euphoric high of being drawn to someone who stands out from everyone…
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. WWE takes the show to “The Garden State” with the 38th annual SummerSlam going from Saturday, Aug. 2 until Sunday, Aug. 3. Featuring Jelly Roll (with Randy Orton) taking on Logan Paul (with Drew McIntyre) in a tag team match and John Cena battling Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship, the two-night pay-per-view event takes place live at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey,…
The July/August 2025 issue of NME Magazine, with Kwn on the cover, is out now – alongside a copy of MusicTech Magazine featuring Blake Slatkin. Having first launched in 1952, NME’s last printed edition of the weekly incarnation of the magazine ceased in 2018. In July 2023, NME announced our return to print with a bi-monthly global magazine that showcases the best new artists and bands on earth, alongside exclusive new franchises, unmissable features, industry insight and expert reviews of the latest music, TV, film, and gaming releases. We’re thrilled to announce that R&B force and sensual singer Kwn is…
Buoyed by hits by Morgan Wallen and Sabrina Carpenter, Universal Music Group (UMG) had revenue of 2.98 billion euros ($3.38 billion) in the second quarter, up 4.5% in constant currency, which removes the effects of foreign exchange changes. On a reported basis, which takes foreign exchange into account, revenue was up 1.6%. Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA), a common measure of profitability that removes some non-operational expenses, rose 7.3% in constant currency (4.2% as reported) to 676 million euros ($766 million). Adjusted EBITDA margin rose to 22.7% from 22.1%. Related “We are pleased with the strong…
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Red pill or blue? While you were busy following the white rabbit, Sheglam dropped the most epic The Matrix-themed makeup collections, aptly titled The Matrix Resurrections, the same name as the fourth film of the franchise. The brand is well known for its pop culture-inspired collections, referencing everything from classics such as The Wizard of Oz to animated shows including Adventure Time. Explore See latest videos,…
Battlefield 6 has finally been revealed, and we have now seen both the campaign and multiplayer. It looks like the series is heading back to the Battlefield 3 and Battlefield 4 era of games that led to a lot of success a decade or so ago. But, before launch, you will be able to go hands-on thanks to some Battlefield 6 beta dates in August. READ MORE: All 2025 game release dates for PS5, PS4, Xbox, PC, and Nintendo Switch Here is a full breakdown of what you can expect from the Battlefield 6 beta and how you can gain access…
Travis Scott left WWE superstar Cody Rhodes battered and bloodied on the mat of WWE’s Elimination Chamber event earlier this year, which saw Rhodes suffer a broken eardrum and other facial contusions following an open hand slap from the rapper. Explore See latest videos, charts and news Ahead of SummerSlam in New Jersey Aug. 2-3, Rhodes stopped by Hot Ones for the Thursday (July 31) episode, where he confirmed Scott busted his eardrum, but says he is still a fan of La Flame and hopes the rapper continues to be involved with WWE. “I wish I could tell you it…
London-based, Leeds-born singer and songwriter Eden Rain shares her brand new single I’ve Hidden Your Passport, a heartfelt piano-based gem! Taken from her upcoming EP, Can I Come Too?, set to arrive on September 25, I’ve Hidden Your Passport is a deeply personal, slow burning track about the pain of having her best friend move from London to Sydney, effortlessly carrying with it the relatable feeling of loss that we’ve probably all experienced at various junctures. Having your best friend move far away from you is quite heartbreaking as you won’t be hanging out that much and the moments together won’t…
Spotify has sought to play down reports that its UK subscribers could have their accounts deleted as the streaming platform complies with the new Online Safety Act and the requirement to check a user’s age before they access certain kinds of content. That legal requirement for websites to check a user’s age went into force last Friday, resulting in millions of British internet users logging onto online age verification services, and a simultaneous surge in people signing up for VPNs, which help users circumvent the UK-specific restrictions. Although the new legal requirement most obviously applies to pornography sites, other websites and digital…