DJ & Music
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Sofar Sounds Debuts in Pittsburgh With Surprise Day-Of Show Tied to Sheetz
Pittsburgh welcomes Sofar Sounds with a secret, day-of venue concert—part of a fresh collaboration with Sheetz. No advance tickets, but a limited sweepstakes hints at an intimate, one-night experience and a new twist on the city’s live-music scene.
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John Williams Breaks Decades-Long Silence in New Biography
Decades of privacy collide with a rare, intimate portrait of the maestro behind cinema’s most enduring scores. A meticulous biographer pieces together interviews and archives to illuminate a life largely shielded from the spotlight. It’s a non-definitive, spellbinding glimpse into the man behind the music—and the mysteries that endure.
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Madison Beer Teases a New Era as Third Album Finishes and Lead Video in the Works
Cryptic behind-the-scenes posts have fans buzzing about a bold new Madison Beer era, hinting at a lead video and a redefined sound. With whispers that the album is finished and cinematic visuals on the way, a major career shift could be underway.
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BIGXTHAPLUG’s New Sound: Fatherhood, Heartbreak, and a Country-Inspired Shift
BIGXTHAPLUG opens up about the personal costs and rewards of touring as a father to Carter, who has autism. His evolving sound—moving from Amar to Take Care and into a country-tinged realm—reflects heartbreak, resilience, and a vow to stay close for his son. A candid look at how family, struggle, and art intersect to shape…
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Kali Uchis Brings Eclectic Vibes to Chase Center in San Francisco on Aug. 18
Kali Uchis headlines San Francisco’s Chase Center on Aug. 18, delivering her signature blend of R&B, soul, and indie. From early mixtapes to a buoyant, Grammy-winning catalog, her live show promises a vibrant night of artistry—tickets start at $67.
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Stevie Nicks & Lindsey Buckingham Tease Buckingham Nicks Remaster for September
Here are a few concise teaser options you can use: Option 1: Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham teases a refreshed listen of their Buckingham Nicks roots with a remastered edition headed for September. This revival promises brighter sound and a new perspective on a pivotal moment in their storied collaboration. Option 2: A remastered Buckingham…
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Angela Aguilar’s LA Return and Nodal Interview Leave Fans Guessing
Angela Aguilar lights up a major Los Angeles show, bringing bold style and onstage energy while whispers about her romance with Christian Nodal swirl in the spotlight. A candid interview from Nodal adds a new twist, promising drama, chemistry, and moments fans won’t forget.
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Hozier on the Cover as Hot Press Electric Picnic Special Delivers Festival Preview
Hozier headlines a deeply revealing 12-page Q&A, offering a candid glimpse into creativity, politics, and the books that shape him. The Electric Picnic Special then broadens the spotlight with intimate profiles, bold debuts, and wide-ranging previews across music, film, and literature—a festival-season snapshot that stirs curiosity and anticipation.
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Madonna’s 1990s Reinvention: The Quiet Revolution That Redefined Pop
Madonna’s 1990s were a masterclass in reinvention—where controversy met artistry and spirituality met pop. From provocative moments to a late-’90s sonic awakening, this decade reshaped how a superstar stays ahead and endures.
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Halsey Teases Badlands Double Feature, Deluxe Anthology for 10th Anniversary
Halsey marks Badlands’ 10th anniversary with a bold, multimedia celebration. New visuals for Gasoline and Drive, plus a Decade Edition Anthology with orchestral takes and unreleased demos, hint at a fresh chapter for the era. Neon-soaked nostalgia meets forward-looking artistry in a package that teases more surprises to come.
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Ghost Takes Madison Square Garden with Theatrical Rock Spectacle
Ghost’s Madison Square Garden moment wasn’t just a concert; it was a statement. A masked frontman, a battalion of Nameless Ghouls, and a theatre of dread — all tuned to arena-sized hooks — hint at a band redefining live rock with story-driven spectacle.
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Isabela Merced Reimagines Apocalipsis as Salsa Anthem with Tony Succar
Isabela Merced raises the heat with Apocalipsis, her high-energy salsa reinvention produced by Tony Succar. A bold blend of classic salsa and modern pop that honors Peruvian roots, it fuses tradition with contemporary energy. Could this be salsa’s breakout crossover moment in 2025?
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Billy Ray Cyrus Invites Bad Bunny to Puerto Rico Residency, Sparks Cross-Genre Buzz
Country icon Billy Ray Cyrus just sent a direct message to Bad Bunny, hinting at a crossover moment at Puerto Rico’s pink-casita residency. The tease has fans buzzing about a potential bridge between country and Latin urban sounds. If it happens, this could rewrite how two worlds collide on a single stage in San Juan.
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KROQ Contest: Win 2 Tickets to When We Were Young Las Vegas
Two lucky listeners could snag two tickets to a major Las Vegas festival. Up to 45 winners across five days, with a prize valued at about $850—exact date and entry requirements will be announced.
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Riley Green Teases Don’t Mind If I Do Deluxe Edition Ahead of Aug. 29
Here are a few short teaser options you can use as the post excerpt: – Riley Green stirs fan excitement with a cryptic Hangman puzzle and a chance to win a signed vinyl, hinting at a deluxe edition dropping later this summer. – A mysterious puzzle and teased new material set the stage for a…
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Riley Green Teases Deluxe Edition Rumors With Cryptic Fan Puzzle
Riley Green stirs fan excitement with a hands-on puzzle teasing an upcoming music reveal. The cryptic clue has fans buzzing about a possible deluxe edition and a wave of social-media interaction.
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LL Cool J to Host 2025 VMAs — What’s Next in Music News
LL Cool J takes the stage solo to host the 2025 MTV VMAs, as Backstreet Boys expand their Sphere residency and Pharrell launches a bold new creative platform. A week packed with premieres, tours, and cross-genre moments set the fall in motion.
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Donny Osmond: Michael Jackson’s Blunt Advice About His Name That Jumpstarted His Career
Donny Osmond reveals that his own name once hampered his career until blunt advice from a fellow icon sparked a bold branding rethink. A late-80s pivot set the stage for a chart comeback, underscoring how image and identity can steer a musician’s fate.
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Cardi B Teases Imaginary Playerz From Am I The Drama? Album
Cardi B drops a glossy teaser for Am I The Drama?, signaling a hip-hop–forward era built around a Jay-Z sample. Luxe visuals—private jets, yachts, and bold swagger—hint at a mood-driven project with wide-ranging appeal. If Imaginary Playerz is any hint, this rollout could redefine the coming era.
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Zach Top’s On-Stage Gender Reveal Mishap Sparks Laughs and Cheers
An on-stage gender reveal at the State Fair goes hilariously off-script, turning a stumble into a feel-good moment for a couple and their fans. A quick recovery, cheers, and a busy fall tour with new music on the horizon.
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Doechii Steals the Spotlight at Outside Lands 2025
Doechii steals the weekend with a breakout set that had the whole crowd in motion, even as San Francisco navigated new stages, rising food finds, and travel twists. Our on-the-ground look dives into intimate moments, high-energy highs, and the festival’s lingering questions as Outside Lands 2025 leaves its mark—and a few puzzles for 2026.