01 / MUSIC NEWS • Apr 26
David Felker Departs Westwood One After 38 Legendary Years
Broadcasting veteran David Felker has officially stepped down from Westwood One, marking the close of an extraordinary 38-year career…
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LEAD STORY • Apr 26, 2025
Chappell Roan Says Break-Up Anthem ‘My Kink Is Karma’ Keeps Her Locked in Heartbreak
Chappell Roan is known for her bold lyrics and fearless pop energy — but sometimes, art imitates pain a little too closely. During a recent appearance on the Las Culturistas podcast, the Midwest Princess…
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02 / MUSIC NEWS • Apr 26
Code Orange’s Jami Morgan Confirms Band is “On the Shelf” — For Now
It’s been a minute since we’ve heard new noise from the relentless force that is Code Orange — and…
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03 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 28
Linkin Park Drops Explosive New Single “Up From The Bottom” Ahead of Deluxe Album Release
Linkin Park is officially back—and they’re not playing it safe. The legendary rock band just dropped a brand-new single…
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04 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 21
Betrayal in the Booth: Eminem’s Former Employee Charged with Stealing and Selling Unreleased Music
The music industry thrives on exclusivity, innovation, and timing. But what happens when an artist’s unreleased work—often years of…
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05 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 18
Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, and the North West Controversy: The Ethics of Parental Rights in the Public Eye
Kanye West, now simply known as Ye, has once again found himself at the center of a media storm.…
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06 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 16
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Clash Over Daughter North’s Involvement in New Song
The ongoing tensions between Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have once again surfaced in the public eye, this time…
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07 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 15
Diddy’s Defense vs. CNN: The Battle Over Cassie Ventura’s Assault Footage
The hip-hop world is no stranger to controversy, but the latest twist in the legal saga surrounding Sean “Diddy”…
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08 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 15
Kanye West vs. Kendrick Lamar: Just Another Ye Rant?
Playboi Carti’s long-awaited album Music just dropped, but the biggest headline isn’t about the music itself—it’s about Kanye West…
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09 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 14
Oasis Reunites After 16 Years – But Liam Gallagher Isn’t Happy About the Leak
It’s happening. After years of speculation, public feuding, and the occasional glimmer of hope, Oasis is officially reuniting for…
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10 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 13
Megan Moroney Wants Justin Bieber on Her New Track—But Will It Happen?
Megan Moroney is shooting her shot—and we love to see it. The 27-year-old country star is making waves again,…
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11 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 7
Why the Coldplay Hate Needs to Stop – James Blake Says What We’re All Thinking
Let’s get one thing straight: if you’re still bashing Coldplay in 2025, you’re officially late to the trend. The…
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12 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 4
The Ticketmaster Fiasco: How Scalpers Stole Sabrina Carpenter Tickets from Real Fans
Another day, another Ticketmaster disaster. This time, it’s Sabrina Carpenter fans who are left devastated, shut out of presale…
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13 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 4
Jay-Z’s Lawsuit Against Rape Accuser: A Power Move or a Dangerous Precedent?
Hip-hop has always been a battleground where reputations are built, tested, and sometimes shattered. But the latest legal battle…
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14 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 4
Hoops to Hits: How Joker OTV Traded Basketball Dreams for Drill Music Stardom
Joker OTV wasn’t just another rising name in the drill scene—before he became known for his raw, street-centered lyricism,…
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15 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 2
Monetizing Your Music in 2024: Stop Begging for Streams and Start Getting Paid
Let’s be honest—streaming revenue is a joke. Unless you’re pulling in millions of plays, that Spotify payout won’t even…
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16 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 2
Justin Bieber’s Birthday, Fatherhood, and the Manufactured Media Circus
Justin Bieber just turned 31, celebrating his milestone with his wife, Hailey, and their six-month-old son, Jack Blues. It…
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17 / MUSIC NEWS • Mar 1
Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ Secures Second Week at No. 1: A Victory for Real Hip-Hop?
It’s official—Kendrick Lamar’s Not Like Us has held its ground, securing a second week at No. 1 on the…
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18 / MUSIC NEWS • Feb 28
Diddy vs. Tony Buzbee: A Legal Battle That Could Reshape Hip-Hop’s Power Structure
The legal firestorm surrounding Sean “Diddy” Combs has reached new heights, and it’s not just about the allegations anymore—it’s…
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19 / MUSIC NEWS • Feb 28
The Cranberries vs. Island Records: A Fight for Fair Digital Royalties in the Streaming Era
In yet another battle between legendary musicians and major record labels, The Cranberries have filed a lawsuit against Island…
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20 / MUSIC NEWS • Feb 28
Lil Baby vs. The Media: Is He Being Unfairly Blamed for Teen Deaths?
The tragic deaths of 13-year-olds Lamon Freeman and Jakody Davis have ignited controversy after the Atlanta Police Department (APD)…
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21 / MUSIC NEWS • Feb 28
Jim Jones vs. 50 Cent: A Battle That Will Never Happen, and That’s a Good Thing
Hip-hop thrives on competition. Whether it’s friendly sparring or full-blown beef, rap battles have long been a proving ground…
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22 / MUSIC NEWS • Feb 28
Ela Minus: The Rebellion of Analog Sound in a Digital World
In an era where music is increasingly created with nothing more than a laptop and a DAW, Colombian artist…
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23 / MUSIC NEWS • Feb 28
Beats Beyond Borders: How Colombian Musicians Brought the Rhythm to Northern Ireland
Music doesn’t need a passport. It doesn’t care about borders, languages, or politics. It’s a universal force—one that can…
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