Kylie Minogue shares memories of meeting Duke of Edinburgh
Kylie Minogue has shared photographs from her meeting with the Duke of Edinburgh, ahead of his funeral.
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Taylor Swift overtakes Beatles with Fearless chart record
Taylor Swift’s re-recording of her album Fearless has topped the UK album chart and snatched a long-held record from The Beatles.
Gustavo Dudamel named musical director at Paris Opera
Gustavo Dudamel will become music director of the Paris Opera while continuing his commitment to the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
James Newman reveals chart-topping inspiration for Eurovision song
Eurovision Song Contest hopeful James Newman has said he looked to chart-topping dance music producers such as Joel Corry for inspiration to give the UK its best shot in this year’s competition.
Brian May’s surprise revelation about A Night At The Opera album
Queen guitarist Brian May has recalled how the band may have had to break up had their album A Night At The Opera not been a success.
Harry Styles trends after photos emerge of him dressed as The Little Mermaid
Fans of Harry Styles got the singer trending on social media after pictures emerged of him dressed as Ariel from The Little Mermaid.
Sea shanty stars The Longest Johns recruit thousands-strong virtual choir
Viral sea shanty sensations The Longest Johns have recruited thousands of fans, including fishermen and whole families, for their latest music video.
Singer Birdy reveals she rescued abandoned duckling during lockdown
Singer Birdy says she felt like a “successful mother” after nursing a duckling back to health during lockdown.
Mick Jagger auctions online artwork in aid of grassroots music venues
Sir Mick Jagger is selling a digital artwork inspired by his new song in a bid to raise money for independent venues hard hit by the pandemic.
Madness frontman Suggs laments decline of London at documentary premiere
Madness frontman Graham “Suggs” McPherson has lamented the loss of pubs in London and said the capital was “better” when he was young.
Annie Lennox and daughter Lola join forces for radio performance
Annie Lennox has joined her daughter Lola for an on-air performance featuring the BBC Concert Orchestra.
R Kelly to be transferred to New York ahead of ‘sex crimes’ trial in summer
A US federal judge gave the green light to move jailed R&B singer R Kelly to New York City to go on trial this summer after several delays.
Arlo Parks and Headie One to perform at the Brit Awards
Singer Arlo Parks and rapper Headie One are to perform at this year’s Brit Awards.
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez call off engagement after denying split
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez have called off their engagement after weeks of speculation about their relationship.
Rapper Mystikal breaks silence on dropped rape charge
US rapper Mystikal, who was convicted of sexual battery 20 years ago and recently cleared of a second allegation of rape and kidnapping, has spoken of his desire to move on from the sexually charged songs of his past and is seeing his career rekindle.
Keith Urban reveals how Taylor Swift approached him to feature on Fearless album
Country music star Keith Urban revealed he was doing last-minute Christmas shopping when Taylor Swift asked him to appear on her re-recorded album.
Bobby Brown says he blames Nick Gordon for the death of Whitney Houston
Singer Bobby Brown said he holds Nick Gordon responsible for the deaths of his ex-wife Whitney Houston and their daughter Bobbi Kristina.
Rap music’s popularity in the UK has soared since 2000, industry body says
The popularity of rap and hip hop music in the UK has soared since the turn of the millennium and accounted for more than a fifth of all singles listened to last year, the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) has said.
Coldplay and Brian Eno curate playlists to combat climate change
Coldplay, Brian Eno and Anna Calvi have joined a campaign using playlists to encourage action against climate change.
Morgan Wallen announces summer plans after backlash over racial slur
Country music star Morgan Wallen says he has been “working” on himself during his time out of the spotlight but will not be playing any concerts or festivals this summer.
Drivers License singer Olivia Rodrigo announces debut album
Pop star Olivia Rodrigo has announced she will release her debut album next month.
Sir Mick Jagger treats fans to new music and a surprise collaboration
Sir Mick Jagger has revealed a surprise music track that features a collaboration with Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl.
Justin Bieber admits first year of marriage to Hailey was ‘tough’
Justin Bieber has said the first year of marriage to his wife Hailey was “tough” because there was “lack of trust”.
Selena Gomez and Jennifer Lopez headline vaccination concert for poorest nations
Backed by an international concert hosted by Selena Gomez and headlined by Jennifer Lopez, Global Citizen is unveiling an ambitious campaign to help medical workers in the world’s poorest countries quickly receive Covid-19 vaccines.
Business-seeking singer Akon attracts political criticism in Uganda
American rap artist and singer Akon has attracted criticism from rights activists over his meetings with Uganda’s president as he pursues the development of a futuristic city in the East African country.
Wigmore Hall announces plans for reopening and anniversary celebrations
Wigmore Hall will reopen in May in time to celebrate its 120th anniversary, the venue said.
Kanye West responds to Kim Kardashian’s divorce petition
Kanye West agrees with estranged wife Kim Kardashian West’s request they share joint custody of their four children, court documents show.
Taylor Swift’s re-recorded album on course to top UK chart
Taylor Swift’s re-recording of her album Fearless is on course to top the UK album chart.
Ofcom to take no action against Capital Xtra over pay-for-play claims
Ofcom has said it will not take action against Capital Xtra over claims that one of the radio station’s DJs asked for payments of £200 to play songs on his weekly show.
Kylie Minogue: I’m relieved I didn’t find fame in social media age
Kylie Minogue says she is relieved that she did not rise to fame in the age of social media.