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Former ‘American Idol’ Contestant Found Guilty of Murdering Wife

Caleb Flynn was charged with shooting his wife inside their Ohio home after telling his mistress he wanted her dead Caleb Flynn in court on Sept. 28, 2026, in Troy, Ohio. The former American Idol contestant and church worship leader who texted his mistress tha…

Roger Waters’ Son Harry to Lead Touring ‘Legacy – A Pink Floyd Show’ Celebrating Dad’s Music

“Harry has assembled a terrific band, and I can’t wait for fans around the world to see the special show we’ve created together,” Roger says Harry Waters and Roger Waters, 2008. Former Pink Floyd singer-songwriter Roger Waters has worked with his son, …

Rihanna Shooting Suspect Declared Competent to Stand Trial

Ivanna Ortiz allegedly posted about the superstar singer before the residential shooting, “Listen, Rihanna. When you die, God is taking me to my future” Rihanna and A$AP Rocky on January 18, 2026 in New York City. The woman accused of firing 20 rounds from…

Death From Above 1979 Announce New Album 'Private Lives' and Share Title Track

The Toronto band has also announced new dates for their postponed tour. Billy Eff is the Content Director for Rolling Stone Canada. An award-winning journalist and columnist, he has previously contributed to outlets including VICE and Urbania. A passionate adv…

Michael Bublé and Drew Scott to Star in New Youth Hockey Documentary Series 'Hometown Giants'

The co-owners of the WHL Vancouver Giants feature in a new six-part docuseries following their team. Billy Eff is the Content Director for Rolling Stone Canada. An award-winning journalist and columnist, he has previously contributed to outlets including VICE …

Rick Wakeman Performs For 150 Rescued Moon Bears: Watch

1:11 PM EDT on September 29, 2026 Things are generally quite difficult for the Asiatic black bear, sometimes known as the moon bear. The moon bear's bile is used in some traditional Chinese medicines, and many of the animals are being held captive in Vietnam a…

Céline Dion Makes Surprise Performance at Loréal Fashion Show in Paris

The diva surprised attendees with a performance of her 2002 hit ''I'm Alive''. Céline Dion kicked off Paris Fashion Week with a bang, making a surprise appearance at L’Oréal's runway show beneath the Eiffel Tower. The Québec superstar appeared at the end …

Matthew Perry’s Family Open Up About His $7 Million Addiction Battle in New Doc Trailer

The One About Matthew Perry will premiere on Netflix next month Matthew Perry Matthew Perry’s family and friends remember the late actor’s incredible talent, generosity, and long battle with addiction in the poignant new trailer for the upcoming documentar…

TV On The Radio Bring Back"Wolf Like Me" On 'Kimmel':Watch

12:04 PM EDT on September 29, 2026 Did you ever watch the video of TV On The Radio playing "Wolf Like Me" on David Letterman's Late Show in 2006? It's one of the all-time great TV performances. TVOTR were young and hungry, and they'd just made the single most …

Did ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ Need an Encore? And Where Is Taylor Swift Going Next?

After releasing four bonus tracks, Swift has made the next chapter of her career a mystery Taylor Swift has always loved a story. It’s what has set her songwriting apart for 20 years now — and what she has used to maintain her almighty superstar status. Bo…

Dennis Haskins, Principal Belding on ‘Saved by the Bell,’ Dead at 75

"Everyone loved Mr. Belding, and those of us who got to know Dennis loved him even more," his agent shared Dennis Haskins Dennis Haskins, the American actor and musician best known for playing the beloved Principal Belding on Saved by the Bell, died at 75. His…

Jay-Z Asks Appeals Court to Revive Extortion Case After Rape Accuser Recants

The rapper and entrepreneur is citing his accuser’s retraction as he asks a California appeals court to reconsider its refusal to revive his extortion case against her prior lawyer Jay-Z on September 13, 2026 in New York City. After the woman who accused him…

Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy Announce 2027 R.E.M. Tribute Tour

9:44 AM EDT on September 29, 2026 At this point, it's an annual tradition: The acclaimed, intense, Oscar-nominated actor Michael Shannon heads out on tour with his indie rocker buddy Jason Narducy, and they pay tribute to a different classic IRS Records-era R.…

Caroline Polachek, Angèle, and SebastiAn’s New Song Navigates a “Love Triangle”

Angèle faces a tough decision on her new song “Love Triangle”: how to choose between SebastiAn and Caroline Polachek. The trio’s single, which premiered today on BBC Radio 1, finds Polachek wooing the Belgian star in her native French over a killer elec…

Brakence Returns With New Album Marrow

Brakence is back in action. Today, the Ohio singer-songwriter returned with the announcement of Marrow, his first new album since 2022’s chronic pain-inspired Hypochondriac. Check out the album art and first single “Ready or Not” below. Marrow drops October 23…

The Strokes' Nick Valensi Joins Jack White In LA

9:14 AM EDT on September 29, 2026 Once upon a time, the Strokes and the White Stripes were the two biggest dogs in the early-'00s rock-revival moment. The White Stripes no longer exist, but Jack White continues to soldier on as a solo act. The Strokes are stil…

Megan Thee Stallion Revives Tina Snow on New Single

Megan Thee Stallion’s Act III era is beginning to take shape. After teasing the upcoming album in August, the Houston rapper has dropped her first single of the year, “Tina Tuesday Freestyle,” fulfilling her promise to reintroduce her alter ego Tina Snow on th…

Fatboy Slim has never been paid for playing Glastonbury

Fatboy Slim has never been paid to play Glastonbury. The superstar DJ - whose hits include Praise You and Right Here, Right Now - has never charged a fee despite playing the world-famous music festival countless times, insisting he's happy to accept free ticke…

Slipknot’s Jim Root warns new album will 'hurt some feelings' as band push into experimental territory

Hear Another Father John Misty Single

Father John Misty is back with another one-off single. “The X-panded Universe” is either Josh Tillman’s second or third new song of 2026, following “The Payoff” and “The Old Law.” (“The Old Law” had been floating around since 2024 under a different title, “God…