Country Joe McDonald, frontman of the 1960s psychedelic-folk band Country Joe and the Fish and writer of the anti–Vietnam War song I-Feel-Like-I'm-Fixin'-to-Die Rag, died on March 7 in Berkeley, California. He was 84. The band announced his death through its official social media channels, stating that McDonald died from complications... Read More »
Jennifer Runyon, known for her roles in the 1980s comedy Ghostbusters and the television sitcom Charles in Charge, died March 6 after a brief battle with cancer. She was 65. Runyon’s death was confirmed by her friend, actress Erin Murphy, who shared the news in a message on social media.... Read More »
A woman was arrested Sunday after allegedly firing multiple shots toward the Los Angeles–area home of Rihanna, authorities said. The singer was reportedly inside the residence at the time of the incident, though no injuries were reported. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire... Read More »
In the weeks following the death of Bob Weir, guitarist and songwriter John Mayer has announced a new weekly radio program centered on the music of the Grateful Dead. The series, titled Grateful Dead Listening Party, is intended to create a shared listening experience for fans still processing the loss... Read More »
Comments made by Timothée Chalamet during a public interview have drawn criticism from several ballet and opera institutions, prompting a wider discussion about the continued relevance of classical performing arts. The remarks were made during a February town hall conversation in Austin, Texas, organized by Variety and CNN. Chalamet appeared... Read More »
Daryl Hannah has publicly criticized the television miniseries Love Story for what she describes as an inaccurate and damaging portrayal of her past relationship with John F. Kennedy Jr,. In an opinion essay published by The New York Times, Hannah argued that the series presents fictionalized behavior as fact and... Read More »
A memoir completed by Eric Dane shortly before his death will be published later this year. The book, titled My Book of Days: A Memoir in Moments, is scheduled for release on Nov. 3 and was finished during the final months of the actor’s life as he battled Amyotrophic Lateral... Read More »
Harry Styles is preparing to debut songs from his upcoming album during a special concert event that will be released as the streaming film Harry Styles. One Night in Manchester. The performance will take place at Co-op Live in Manchester, England, and will stream globally on Netflix beginning Sunday at... Read More »
A civil lawsuit involving Kanye West, who now goes by Ye, moved into another tense phase this week as testimony continued in Los Angeles over renovation work at the artist’s Malibu property. The case centers on Tony Saxon, a construction worker who claims he was improperly terminated and injured while... Read More »
Bruce Johnston, a longtime member of The Beach Boys, has stepped away from the group’s touring lineup after more than six decades of performances. Johnston, who first joined the band in 1965, confirmed that he is shifting his focus toward songwriting and new professional ventures after appearing in roughly 6,000... Read More »
The suburban home made famous by the television sitcom The Brady Bunch has officially been designated a historic cultural landmark by the city of Los Angeles. The decision was approved unanimously by the Los Angeles City Council, granting formal protection to the San Fernando Valley property long associated with the... Read More »
Netflix has acquired InterPositive, an artificial intelligence startup founded by Ben Affleck, marking a rare purchase for the streaming giant as it expands its investment in filmmaking technology. The financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. As part of the deal, InterPositive’s entire 16-person team, including engineers, researchers, and... Read More »
Britney Spears was arrested late Wednesday evening by the California Highway Patrol in Ventura County, according to records from the Ventura County Sheriff's Office. The singer was taken into custody shortly before 9:30 p.m. and later booked in the early hours of Thursday morning. Authorities have not formally confirmed the... Read More »
A potential reunion of the influential alternative rock band Hole may be on the horizon after frontwoman Courtney Love posted a cryptic teaser on social media suggesting the group could return to the stage. Love sparked speculation earlier this week when she shared an Instagram video featuring former Hole bassist... Read More »
A closely watched antitrust trial against Live Nation Entertainment and its ticketing subsidiary Ticketmaster began this week in federal court, with U.S. prosecutors arguing that the company’s dominance has distorted the entire live music industry. The case, brought by the U.S. Department of Justice, centers on allegations that Live Nation... Read More »
