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Jon Batiste Infuses Super Bowl National Anthem with New Orleans Soul
Grammy and Oscar winner Jon Batiste delivered a stirring jazz and R&B-influenced rendition of the national anthem at Super Bowl 59, performing from a colorfully adorned white piano. The former Late Show bandleader's soulful 2-minute performance showcased his New Orleans roots and moved spectators to tears.
Ed Sheeran's Surprise Street Performance in India Halted by Police
Pop superstar Ed Sheeran's impromptu performance on Bengaluru's Church Street was cut short when local police intervened due to lack of permits. The incident during Sheeran's India tour sparked mixed reactions on social media regarding crowd safety versus artistic spontaneity.
Buffy Sainte-Marie Stripped of Prestigious Order of Canada Amid Indigenous Heritage Controversy
Singer-songwriter Buffy Sainte-Marie has been stripped of her Order of Canada appointment following revelations challenging her Indigenous ancestry claims. The rare termination comes after a CBC investigation uncovered documents listing her and her parents as white, contradicting her previous statements about Cree heritage.
Kanye West's Latest Social Media Tirade Sparks Outrage with Hitler Praise and Diddy Defense
Rapper Kanye West ignites controversy with antisemitic posts praising Hitler while defending Sean 'Diddy' Combs amid sex trafficking charges. The incident adds to West's pattern of inflammatory behavior that has previously cost him major brand partnerships.
Elton John's Studio Tantrums: The Making of a Volatile Yet Remarkable Collaboration
Music icon Elton John openly admits to being 'a nightmare' during recording sessions with Brandi Carlile for their upcoming album. Despite dramatic outbursts and heated exchanges, the unlikely partnership produced what promises to be an authentically raw collaboration.
Michael Bolton Postpones London Concert Amid Brain Surgery Recovery
Grammy winner Michael Bolton cancels his 2025 O2 Arena show as he continues recuperating from emergency brain surgery performed in late 2023. The 71-year-old singer maintains an optimistic outlook while focusing on rebuilding strength for an eventual return to performing.
SZA to Drop New 'LANA' Tracks During Super Bowl Sunday Spectacle
Grammy winner SZA announces release of new songs for 'LANA', the deluxe version of 'SOS', coinciding with Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show appearance. The highly anticipated drop comes after leaked tracks prompted a complete restart of the project earlier this year.
David Byrne Teams Up with The Walkmen's Frontman for New Solo Album
Talking Heads icon David Byrne is collaborating with Hamilton Leithauser of The Walkmen on an upcoming solo project. The unexpected partnership brings together two generations of influential musicians, with Leithauser describing Byrne as 'really cool' and 'very polite.'
Alabama Shakes Announce Triumphant Return with 30-Date North American Tour
Grammy-winning band Alabama Shakes reveals plans for their first tour since 2017, set to begin July 2025. The 30-date North American trek will feature fan favorites and new material, with frontwoman Brittany Howard leading the charge alongside original members.