Music & Theater

Taylor Swift Dominates 2026 American Music Awards Nominations with Eight Nods

Taylor Swift leads the 2026 American Music Awards nominations with eight nods, followed by Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter, and SOMBR. The event will be hosted by Queen Latifah and air live on Memorial Day.

Bank of Korea Raises Rate to 3% in Second Straight Hike

The Bank of Korea raised its benchmark rate 25 basis points to 3.0% on Thursday, a second straight hike backed by a chip-led export boom.

Warsh Cuts Fed Statement to 130 Words, Drops All Rate-Cut Language

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh shortened the post-meeting statement to 130 words from 341, removing all mention of future rate cuts and hinting at higher-for-longer

Trump Demands FCC Punish NBC Host, Treasury Bars Reporters From G20

Trump called for FCC punishment of NBC host Kristen Welker on Sunday as the Treasury barred NYT, WSJ and Bloomberg reporters from G20 events.

Bessent Says U.S. Will Sanction Another Bank Over Iran Ties This Week

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. will sanction another bank this week to clamp down on Iran transactions, ahead of G20 meetings in North Caro

Jensen McRae’s Journey from Viral Song to Debut Album

In early 2021, as the Covid-19 vaccine rolled out, singer-songwriter Jensen McRae shared a humorous tweet predicting that Phoebe Bridgers would release a song...

K-pop Group Epex Set to Perform in Mainland China After Nearly a Decade

After nearly a decade of unofficial restrictions on K-pop performances in mainland China, there are signs that Beijing may be softening its stance on...

Igor Levit Takes on Vexations in a Marathon Performance Directed by Marina Abramovic

On April 24, classical pianist Igor Levit took to the stage at London’s Queen Elizabeth Hall for a remarkable performance that would test his...

Stephen Sondheim’s Legacy Lives On in “Old Friends” Broadway Show

Stephen Sondheim, the legendary theatre composer, was known for his love of puzzles, and upon his passing in 2021, he left behind a unique...

Chubby Checker, Cyndi Lauper, Soundgarden Among 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees

Chubby Checker, Cyndi Lauper, and Soundgarden are among the legendary artists selected for induction into the 2025 class of the Rock & Roll Hall...

Beyonce Kicks Off “Cowboy Carter” Tour with Daughters and Dazzling Country Flair

Beyonce officially launched her highly anticipated “Cowboy Carter” stadium tour on Monday night with a vibrant and theatrical performance at SoFi Stadium near Los...

PLAVE: The Virtual K-pop Group Redefining Global Stardom

PLAVE, one of the most talked-about K-pop groups today, is capturing attention not only for their music but also for their unique identity —...

Charli XCX, Wham! and Lola Young Lead 2025 Ivor Novello Awards Nominations

Charli XCX's acclaimed album Brat and Wham!'s timeless holiday hit Last Christmas are among the musical works nominated for next month’s Ivors, Britain's prestigious...

Kendrick Lamar Leads 2025 American Music Awards Nominations with 10 Nods

Kendrick Lamar leads the nominations for the upcoming American Music Awards, securing 10 nods, including artist of the year and song of the year...

Esther Abrami Celebrates Female Composers with New Album “Women”

French violinist Esther Abrami is shining a spotlight on female composers with her new album, Women, celebrating the often-overlooked contributions of women to classical...

Hans Zimmer’s Music Comes Alive in 24-City North American Arena Tour

Fans of Hans Zimmer’s iconic film scores will have the chance to experience his music live this fall during a 24-city arena tour across...

Alok Delivers Powerful Coachella Set Amid Visa Challenges for International Artists

Brazilian DJ and music producer Alok lit up the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival stage with a vibrant blend of electronic beats and...

Charli XCX, Green Day, and Travis Scott Electrify Coachella with Star Power and Statements

Strobe lights, pulsing bass, and a sea of fans in "Brat" T-shirts set the tone as English pop sensation Charli XCX lit up the...

Lisa and Jennie Shine as Solo Artists at Coachella Amid Rising K-pop Influence

Blackpink members Lisa and Jennie took the stage as solo performers for the first time at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, showcasing...

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