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Vince Staples' New Independent Era Begins with "Blackberry Marmalade" Video

On his first solo song in two years, the rapper ushers in his new era as an independent artist

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Dave Chappelle to Perform at Netflix Is a Joke Fest

The comedian will play the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles. Dave Chappelle to Perform Three-Night Run at Netflix Is a Joke Fest Travis Bland

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Dave Chappelle to Perform Three-Night Run at Netflix Is a Joke Fest

The comedian will play the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles. Dave Chappelle to Perform Three-Night Run at Netflix Is a Joke Fest Travis Bland

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Adrielle Bow Belle Returns With Cinematic New Single “Icey Roads”

Adrielle Bow Belle’s “Icey Roads” arrives on May 15, 2026, placing cinematic alt-pop, indie R&B, and political songwriting inside a track built around emotional restraint. The New York artist works with cold synth textures, minimal percussion, and close vocal layering, creating a single that keeps i

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'The Sims' Roasts Klay Thompson Following Megan Thee Stallion Breakup

"We lurv you Meg," the video game series also wrote.

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Klay Thompson Roasted by ‘The Sims’ After Megan Thee Stallion Breakup: ‘You Can’t Handle a Hottie’

"We lurv you Meg," the video game series also wrote.

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Twenty One Pilots Tie for Second-Most Alternative Airplay No. 1s With ‘Drag Path’

The duo adds its 14th leader, matching Linkin Park and trailing only Red Hot Chili Peppers.

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Vince Staples Releases "Blackberry Marmalade" Video, Marks New Independent Era

On his first solo song in two years, the rapper ushers in his new era as an independent artist

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Nedra Talley Ross, Last Surviving Founding Ronettes Member, Dies at 80

With her cousins Estelle Bennett and Ronnie Spector, Ross sang hits like “Be My Baby,” “Baby I Love You,” and “Walking in the Rain”

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“If you need a hammer, that’s a hammer, and everyone needs a hammer”: Fender releases the Brian Fallon ’59 Telecaster Custom, a high-end replica of the guitar that built the Gaslight Anthem sound

The Brian Fallon '59 Telecaster Custom has Righteous Sound “Fourth Man” pickups, Dual Stack wiring, a Journeyman Relic finish and an eye-watering price tag

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Vince Staples' New Video for "Blackberry Marmalade" Depicts Disarming a Mass Shooter

On his first solo song in two years, the rapper ushers in his new era as an independent artist

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Death Cab for Cutie Release New Single “Punching the Flowers”: Stream

It's the second single from their upcoming album I Built You a Tower, due out June 5th. Death Cab for Cutie Release New Single “Punching the Flowers”: Stream Travis Bland

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Olivia Rodrigo’s 4th No. 1 Hit, Ella Langley’s Chart Dominance & Bebe Rexha’s “New Religion” | Hot 100 Show

On this week’s Hot 100 show, we dive deep into the biggest chart movements with special guest Bebe Rexha discussing her independent era with “New Religion” and brand new single “Hysteria.” Bebe Rexha opens up about her “Dirty Blonde” era and filming 13 music videos in 3 days,Olivia Rodrigo debuts at

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Laura Dern Joins The White Lotus Season 4, Replacing Helena Bonham Carter

Creator Mike White is developing a new role for the Oscar-winning actress. Laura Dern Joins The White Lotus Season 4, Replacing Helena Bonham Carter Liz Shannon Miller

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Taylor Swift’s Dazzling Mejuri Heirloom Ring Is Finally Back in Stock – Here’s Where to Buy It

The singer was spotted wearing the 14k gold garnet ring at her fiancé's many football games.

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When Hot Girl Meets  Flamin’ Hot® Dill Pickle: Megan Thee Stallion x Nickelback Serve Up Unexpected Chaos in “Pickle’s Back”

From Vault heists to 16-wheel getaways, and Flamin’ Hot® chaos—grab a piece of the madness at the official Pickle’s Back charity auction

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Bono To Present Harry Belafonte Social Justice Award to Bruce Springsteen at 2026 Tribeca Festival

This year's event will also feature conversations with Katy Perry and Finneas and a restored 4K version of Daft Punk's "Electroma," followed by a chat with member Thomas Bangalter.

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Taylor Swift, Jay-Z, and Bad Bunny Honored on 'Greatest Living Songwriters' List

Dolly Parton, Mariah Carey, Carole King, Stevie Wonder were also honored by The New York Times.

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Vince Staples' "Blackberry Marmalade" Video and Independent Release

On his first solo song in two years, the rapper ushers in his new era as an independent artist

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Bruce Springsteen to Receive Harry Belafonte Award at Tribeca Festival

Bono, Robert De Niro, and Patti Smith will be on hand to honor the legend's activism. Bruce Springsteen to Receive Harry Belafonte Award at Tribeca Festival Liz Shannon Miller