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Rolling Loud Florida Returns May 2027

September 15, 2026

Rolling Loud Florida takes over Camping World Stadium on May 7 through May 9, with a presale beginning this Thursday, September 17. "The World's Largest Hip-Hop Festival" returns to Orlando for Rolling Loud ... Read More...

American Idol filming moves to Atlanta Georgia

After 24 Seasons, American Idol Moving Filming from Los Angeles to Georgia

Ashley King

September 15, 2026

"American Idol" is moving production to Georgia for its 25th season after more than two decades in Southern California. After 24 years in Los Angeles, "American Idol" will move production to Atlanta for its ... Read More...

Now You Can Exclude Kids’ Music From Spotify Wrapped and Recommendations

Ashley King

September 15, 2026

Spotify finally lets parents exclude their kids' music from recommendations, end-of-year Wrapped, and other personalized playlists. Tired of fighting off "Baby Shark" from your personal Spotify recommendatio... Read More...

Ed Sheeran speaks out about Macklemore removal

Ed Sheeran Breaks Silence on Macklemore’s Removal From His Tour—’Those Who Come to My Shows Do Not Expect a Political Forum’

Ashley King

September 15, 2026

Ed Sheeran speaks out on the decision to remove Macklemore from the remainder of the singer's US tour following his Palestine remarks during two sets. Ed Sheeran has finally broken his silence regarding the ... Read More...

Multiple Supporting Acts Quickly Withdraw From Ed Sheeran’s Tour After Singer’s Statement Following Macklemore’s Ousting

Ashley King

September 15, 2026

Four supporting acts have announced their withdrawal from Ed Sheeran's tour after he spoke out regarding venue owners' push to remove Macklemore from the remaining US dates. Since Ed Sheeran released a state... Read More...

EU Set to Propose Sweeping Ban on Social Media and More for Kids Under 15

Ashley King

September 15, 2026

The European Union is set to propose a strict ban on social media, video sharing platforms, AI chatbots, and online games for kids under 15. The European Union will propose a ban restricting kids under 15 fr... Read More...

Santa Monica Ocean Way Festival canceled

Santa Monica’s Inaugural Ocean Way Festival Abruptly Canceled In the Aftermath of Hurricane Marie

Ashley King

September 15, 2026

The inaugural Ocean Way Festival in Santa Monica has been canceled due to erosion of the beach caused by Hurricane Marie. Coachella organizer Goldenvoice has announced the cancelation of Santa Monica's Ocean... Read More...

Robert Kraft Responds to Macklemore After Removal From Ed Sheeran’s Tour

Ashley King

September 14, 2026

Gillette Stadium owner Robert Kraft confirms Macklemore's claim that the billionaire urged Ed Sheeran's team to oust the rapper from the tour. Macklemore claimed that Patriots owner Robert Kraft pushed for t... Read More...

Oasis Announces Ambitious 2027 Tour Dates (With Limited Stateside Gigs)

Ashley King

September 14, 2026

Oasis' Liam and Noel Gallagher have announced a slew of 2027 dates in the US and Europe after the duo's historic return to the stage last year. If you couldn't secure tickets to the highly anticipated Oasis ... Read More...

Kennedy Center Faces Imminent Shutdown Amid ‘Fiscal Collapse’—Building Deemed ‘Unsafe for Continued Occupancy’ After Ceiling Partially Collapses

Ashley King

September 14, 2026

The Kennedy Center's board will vote on whether to close for renovations amid a court battle over their renewed attempts to add Trump's name to the facility. On Tuesday, the Kennedy Center's Trump-appointed ... Read More...

Promoter’s Payout Ruling Upheld Over Cancellation of Robbie Williams Concert

Ashley King

September 14, 2026

Australian Grand Prix organizers failed to overturn a music promoter's payout ruling over the cancellation of a Robbie Williams concert during COVID. A panel of three Court of Appeal justices backed the 2024... Read More...

Macklemore dropped by Ed Sheeran following politically charged set

Macklemore Nixed from Ed Sheeran’s Tour Following Politically Driven Set; Rapper Blames Robert Kraft for the Removal

Ashley King

September 14, 2026

Macklemore has been dropped from Ed Sheeran's tour following his controversial "free Palestine" performance during his opening set on September 4th. Earlier this month, Macklemore made headlines for his cont... Read More...

SRR Capital Launches With a VC-Style Approach to Music Investing

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BTS Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Over ‘Swim’ Abruptly Dropped After a Few Months

Rolling Loud Florida Returns May 2027

After 24 Seasons, American Idol Moving Filming from Los Angeles to Georgia

Now You Can Exclude Kids’ Music From Spotify Wrapped and Recommendations

Santa Monica’s Inaugural Ocean Way Festival Abruptly Canceled In the Aftermath of Hurricane Marie

Robert Kraft Responds to Macklemore After Removal From Ed Sheeran’s Tour

Oasis Announces Ambitious 2027 Tour Dates (With Limited Stateside Gigs)

Kennedy Center Faces Imminent Shutdown Amid ‘Fiscal Collapse’—Building Deemed ‘Unsafe for Continued Occupancy’ After Ceiling Partially Collapses

Promoter’s Payout Ruling Upheld Over Cancellation of Robbie Williams Concert