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Lorde And Caroline Polacheck Featured On First New Blood Orange Album In Six Years, ‘Essex Honey’
Blood Orange continues to share previews of his first album in six years, Essex Honey, with the release of two new singles on Thursday (July 17): “Mind Loaded” featuring Lorde, Mustafa, and Caroline Polachek, and “Somewhere in Between.” This continues the recent collaboration between Lorde and Blood Orange mastermind, Dev Hynes, who did production work…… More
Kaytranada And Justice Set To Launch Co-Headlining North America Arena Tour
On Thursday (July 17), Kaytranada and Justice announced the dates and details of their fall 2025 co-headlining North America arena tour. The 13-date jaunt kicks off on October 16 in Vancouver, stopping in major music markets like Seattle, Denver, Chicago, Brooklyn, and Atlanta, before concluding on November 16 in Miami. The official tour poster includes…… More
New Kids On The Block Share Behind-The-Scenes Footage Of Their Las Vegas Residency
In a new video shared on Thursday (July 17), New Kids on the Block take fans behind the scenes of their just-completed Las Vegas residency, The Right Stuff. The clip showcases the chart-topping boy band’s blend of nostalgic hits with modern showmanship, including an extravagant Vegas stage show featuring aerial stunts and immersive special effects.…… More
Bonnaroo Will Return In 2026 With Modifications In Place To Prevent Weather-Related Cancellations
Following the cancellation of this year’s Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival due to heavy rains, event organizers initially cast doubts on whether the festival would return next year. Yet on Thursday (July 17), they officially announced that the festival will return to Manchester, Tennessee from June 11-14, 2026, with modifications to the grounds to prevent…… More
Connie Francis, First Female Artist To Ever Top Hot 100 Chart, Dies At 87
Connie Francis, known for memorable ‘50s And ‘60s hits like “Where the Boys Are” and “Who’s Sorry Now?”, has died at 87. Her death was confirmed by her friend Ron Roberts, and while the cause of death is unknown, Francis had been hospitalized earlier this month due to “extreme pain.” Her career began in the…… More
