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Miley Cyrus: A Grammy, sobriety, and a beautiful new chapter

Ahead of her new album Something Beautiful, Miley reflects on healing, reinvention, and the unexpected power of holding a trophy in her hands. As Miley Cyrus gears up to release her highly anticipated album Something Beautiful on May 30, she’s doing more than just talking about music. She’s opening up — candidly, bravely — about her personal evolution, the role sobriety has played in her growth, and how winning her first Grammy for “Flowers” became a deeply healing experience. “Sobriety is my God” In a soul-baring interview with Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1, Miley didn’t shy away from describing the pivotal role sobriety has taken in......

Charli XCX says she’s fine if her next album flops: “I did this for me”

After the cultural tidal wave that was Brat, Charli isn’t chasing charts — she’s chasing truth. Charli XCX is riding high on the unexpected, unfiltered success of her latest album Brat — but she’s not clinging to the momentum. In fact, she’s already thinking about what comes next, even if it crashes and burns. In a refreshingly honest interview with Culted, the pop provocateur opened up about where she’s at creatively. “I made this for myself. I didn’t expect people to connect with it the way they did,” she said. “I don’t feel pressure. My next album might be a total flop — and I’m okay with......

Jennifer Lopez and the AMAs: From backup dancer to unstoppable headliner

With 34 years of unforgettable performances, J.Lo’s relationship with the American Music Awards is a true legacy in motion. If it feels like Jennifer Lopez has always had a presence at the American Music Awards, that’s because she has. Her AMA journey began in 1991, when a then-21-year-old J.Lo took the stage as a backup dancer for the New Kids on the Block. Since then, she’s gone from the background to center stage — and she’s never looked back. In 2001, she returned to the show not as a dancer, but as a star, opening the night with a show-stopping performance. By 2015, she was hosting the entire ceremony, and this year, on May 26, she returns once again......

Katy Perry on internet hate: “I thought i was the most hated online”

Katy Perry took the stage at Chicago’s United Center with confidence, sparkle, and — in a now-viral moment — a touch of cheeky self-awareness. “I thought I was the most hated person on the internet,” she laughed to her cheering audience during her Lifetimes Tour set. The crowd roared even louder in response.“Maybe that’s not true after all!” she added, her grin matching the mood of the night: bold, joyful, and completely unfazed. Still Standing — Online and On Stage Her 2024 album “143” serves as the heartbeat of this tour — a sonic comeback following a period of intense public scrutiny. Just weeks ago, Perry made......

Lady Gaga once pretended to be Greek as a waitress: “I Said ‘Kalispera’ for bigger tips”

Before the Grammys, the Oscars, and the global stardom, Lady Gaga was just another hustling New Yorker — and she had a little trick up her sleeve. During her May 12, 2025 concert in New York City, the superstar opened up to the crowd with a charming and unexpected confession:She used to fake being Greek to get better tips. With her signature sense of humor and self-awareness, Gaga recalled her days working in local Greek restaurants like Aegean and Metsovo — two well-loved spots in the city — back when she was simply Stefani Germanotta trying to make rent. “I used to say ‘Kalispera’ with a thick Greek accent — just to get a better tip!” she......

The Weeknd on ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’: “Maybe this is the end or the beginning of someone else”

For months, The Weeknd has been preparing fans for what many thought might be the final chapter of his music persona — a project that could close the book on over a decade of enigmatic artistry. But with the release of “Hurry Up Tomorrow”, both as a film and an album, Abel Tesfaye is leaving the door open: maybe it’s the end — or maybe it’s just the beginning of someone new. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, Tesfaye addressed the speculation head-on.“I’ve thought about ending The Weeknd before,” he admitted. “But maybe this is a rebirth. Who knows?” A 15-Year Journey from Shadows to Spotlight The Weeknd......

Celine Dion's emotional message lights up Eurovision 2025

On the evening of May 13, the Eurovision 2025 stage in Basel paused for a moment of reflection — and magic. A pre-recorded message from Celine Dion played during the first semi-final, and though the legendary singer wasn’t physically present, her presence was undeniable. Soft-spoken and sincere, Dion spoke from the heart. “Music is our power,” she said — and proved it, even without singing a note. She reminisced about the night that changed her life forever: her victory at Eurovision 1988, where she represented Switzerland and won with “Ne Partez Pas Sans Moi.”“Switzerland will always be in my heart… Eurovision was the beginning of......

Tate McRae covers Taylor Swift’s “The 1” in emotional soundcheck moment

Just before the lights, the noise, and the spectacle — Tate McRae took a quiet moment to connect with her audience on a deeper level. Ahead of her show in Stuttgart, Germany, the Canadian singer surprised fans during soundcheck with a heartfelt acoustic cover of “The 1” by Taylor Swift — a fan favorite from Swift’s introspective folklore album. Wearing a bright blue tracksuit and sitting casually on a stool, McRae held her phone with the lyrics as she softly sang lines like: “I have this dream you’re doing cool sh— / Having adventures on your own…”“And if my wishes came true / It would’ve been you.” Her......

Rihanna returns with “Friend of Mine” for the Smurfs soundtrack

The pop icon is back with a danceable Afrobeats-inspired single — and she's also voicing Smurfette Take a deep breath, Rihanna fans — your wait is over. The superstar is officially back in the music game with “Friend of Mine,” her first new single in nearly three years. The song will feature on the soundtrack of the upcoming Smurfs movie and is set for release on Friday, May 16. Infused with Afrobeats energy and a danceable vibe, “Friend of Mine” already made a splash after being featured in the film’s latest trailer. In a teaser that has fans buzzing, Rihanna delivers the catchy line: “You’re looking like a friend of mine” over......

Katy Perry’s “Thinking of You” is back thanks to TikTok’s nostalgic heartbeat

All it took was a wave of TikTok virality to bring back a side of Katy Perry many had forgotten: raw, emotional, and far from the glossy pop sheen of her later hits. “Thinking of You,” a soulful ballad from her 2008 One of the Boys era, is finding new life online—even though it’s absent from the setlist of her current Lifetimes Tour. Originally peaking at No. 29 on the Billboard Hot 100, the song has become a surprise darling of TikTok. Some users parody Perry’s dramatic delivery; others use it as a wistful soundtrack to stories of longing, heartbreak, and memories that don’t quite fade. The momentum is real: U.S. streams for the track nearly doubled in......