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Photographer alleges he was forced to watch Megan Thee Stallion have sex and was unfairly fired
Read full article: Photographer alleges he was forced to watch Megan Thee Stallion have sex and was unfairly firedA photographer who worked for hip-hop star Megan Thee Stallion says she was an abusive boss who fired him unfairly after he was forced to watch her have sex.
Madonna calls out fan for sitting at concert before realizing they were in wheelchair
Read full article: Madonna calls out fan for sitting at concert before realizing they were in wheelchairFans are cringing online after Madonna questioned a concertgoer for sitting down during her show — before realizing they appeared to be in a wheelchair.
Music producer latest to accuse Sean 'Diddy' Combs of sexual misconduct
Read full article: Music producer latest to accuse Sean 'Diddy' Combs of sexual misconductSean “Diddy” Combs has been sued by a music producer who accused the hip-hop mogul of sexually assaulting him and forcing him to have sex with prostitutes.
Morgan Wallen reschedules Houston concert following postponement due to vocal cord injury
Read full article: Morgan Wallen reschedules Houston concert following postponement due to vocal cord injuryCountry superstar Morgan Wallen announced a new date for his concert following his May 26 postponement this week.
Allison Holker thanks fans for support after tWitch’s death: ‘It’s brought us so much hope’
Read full article: Allison Holker thanks fans for support after tWitch’s death: ‘It’s brought us so much hope’“It has been very challenging and emotional,” Holker said in a video Feb. 18. “But you guys have brought so much hope and inspiration to us by sharing stories and memories."
‘Sometimes a journey must end’: Panic! At the Disco announces break up following start of their European tour
Read full article: ‘Sometimes a journey must end’: Panic! At the Disco announces break up following start of their European tourAfter 19 years, members of the popular pop-rock band Panic! At the Disco will go their separate ways.
Christian music singer Lauren Daigle will make her RodeoHouston debut March 2
Read full article: Christian music singer Lauren Daigle will make her RodeoHouston debut March 2The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announced Tuesday that Christian music singer Lauren Daigle will make her RODEOHOUSTON debut on March 2.
Nicki Minaj, Maluma, Myriam Fares release World Cup anthem
Read full article: Nicki Minaj, Maluma, Myriam Fares release World Cup anthemHip hop star Nicki Minaj has teamed up with Colombian singer-songwriter Maluma and Lebanese singer Myriam Fares for the latest addition to the official soundtrack of the World Cup in Qatar.
Songs by Wu-Tang, Alicia Keys added to Recording Registry
Read full article: Songs by Wu-Tang, Alicia Keys added to Recording RegistryDebut albums by Wu-Tang Clan and Alicia Keys, along with the Latin pop megahit “Livin' La Vida Loca” and Queen's “Bohemian Rhapsody," are being inducted into the National Recording Registry.
Drake, Pink, The Weeknd win big at Billboard Music Awards
Read full article: Drake, Pink, The Weeknd win big at Billboard Music AwardsIt was a family affair at the Billboard Music Awards: Pink twirled in the air in a powerful performance with her daughter, and Drake was named artist of the decade, accepting the honor alongside his 3-year-old son.
‘Blessed and humbled’: Houston rapper Trae Tha Truth to be honored by Billboard Music with Change Maker Award
Read full article: ‘Blessed and humbled’: Houston rapper Trae Tha Truth to be honored by Billboard Music with Change Maker AwardRapper Trae Tha Truth is known for his philanthropic work across Houston, but now, the world will have the opportunity to see him being honored for those efforts.
Billie Eilish, J Balvin, A$AP to play NY's Gov Ball festival
Read full article: Billie Eilish, J Balvin, A$AP to play NY's Gov Ball festivalBillie Eilish completed the third stop of her massive tour, and was just two days away from headlining Madison Square Garden, before she had to cancel the trek because of the coronavirus pandemic last year.
Billboard Awards: 16 nods for Weeknd, 6 for Morgan Wallen
Read full article: Billboard Awards: 16 nods for Weeknd, 6 for Morgan WallenThe Weeknd was snubbed by the Grammys but he’s the leading nominee at the 2021 Billboard Music Awards, where rappers Pop Smoke and Juice WRLD earned multiple posthumous nominations, including top artist.
It was all a dream: Whitney, B.I.G. inducted into Rock Hall
Read full article: It was all a dream: Whitney, B.I.G. inducted into Rock Hallare among the inductees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 2020 class. (AP Photo)NEW YORK – In a normal year, the newly inducted Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class would have hit the stage and perform the well-known songs that made them famous and helped them enter the prestigious organization. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, this year’s all-star group was inducted Saturday night in a taped HBO special that told the stories of Whitney Houston, Notorious B.I.G. As she inducted Houston into the Rock Hall, Grammy-winning singer Alicia Keys gave a beautiful, heartfelt speech about one of the best singers in pop history. The Notorious B.I.G.
Post Malone owns Billboard Awards, Legend shines onstage
Read full article: Post Malone owns Billboard Awards, Legend shines onstagePost Malone accepts the top artist award at the Billboard Music Awards on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)NEW YORK – Walking into the show with 16 nominations, Post Malone won nine honors at the 2020 Billboard Music Awards, where John Legend gave a heartfelt performance that was dedicated to his wife. Garth Brooks accepted the Icon Award from Cher, who called the country star “a true music legend and my friend Garth Brooks." Guitar rock legend Eddie Van Halen, who died last week, was honored as the show aired a clip of his Billboard Awards performance from 2015. This year’s Billboard Awards were originally supposed to take place in April but were postponed because of the pandemic.
New this week: David Byrne, 'The Amazing Race' & Tommy Lee
Read full article: New this week: David Byrne, 'The Amazing Race' & Tommy LeeHere’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. — Gretchen Sorin and Ric Burns' “Driving While Black: Race, Space and Mobility in America” was, unfortunately, always going to be of the moment. — Rocker Tommy Lee is in a collaborative state of mind on his new album, “Andro,” out Friday. Sundance Now’s true crime drama “Des” stars David Tennant (“Doctor Who”) as Dennis Nilsen, a serial killer who targeted young men, including the homeless. The three-part “Des,” debuting Thursday on the streaming service, was a recent U.K. TV hit and drew raves for Tennant’s performance.
Killer Mike to earn Change Maker Award at Billboard Awards
Read full article: Killer Mike to earn Change Maker Award at Billboard AwardsNEW YORK – Grammy-winning rapper and social-political activist Killer Mike will receive the first Billboard Change Maker Award at the 2020 Billboard Music Awards. Atlanta-born Killer Mike first made waves in music with his appearance on Outkast's 2000 album, “Stankonia." But Killer Mike has made noise outside of music, too. Last year he hosted Netflix's “Trigger Warning with Killer Mike," a 2019 documentary series about issues affected the Black community. The Billboard Change Maker Award will be presented by Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms at the African American Panoramic Experience Museum in Atlanta.
Billboard Awards: Alicia Keys, Bad Bunny, Malone to perform
Read full article: Billboard Awards: Alicia Keys, Bad Bunny, Malone to performNEW YORK – Alicia Keys, Bad Bunny, Luke Combs and leading nominee Post Malone will perform at the 2020 Billboard Music Awards. With restrictions set due to the coronavirus pandemic, it wasn’t clear if the performances will be live or pre-taped. The awards show was originally supposed to take place in April but was postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic, which caused a halt to live performances and TV and film productions. Kelly Clarkson will host the Billboard Awards, and Garth Brooks will receive the ICON Award. Malone’s 16 nominations include top male artist, top rap artist and the show’s biggest prize, top artist.
Houston’s own Lizzo gets 11 Billboard nominations
Read full article: Houston’s own Lizzo gets 11 Billboard nominationsNEW YORK – Post Malone is the sunflower of the 2020 Billboard Music Awards. The multi-platinum 25-year-old star scored 16 nominations, dick clark productions and NBC announced Tuesday. Malone’s nominations include top artist, top male artist, top rap artist and top streaming songs artist. Lil Nas X follows Malone with 13 nominations, while Billie Eilish and Khalid each scored 12 nods. Four of the five songs nominated for top gospel song are from West.