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Billy Corgan Explains Why Olivia Rodrigo Is Your Favorite Rock Star’s Favorite Pop Star: ‘She’s Not Afraid’

"She's figured out that the way to break free is to be free," The Smashing Pumpkins frontman said.

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AARP Celebrated the Power of Music, Reinvention and Legacy at Billboard Latin Music Week 2026

From the Latin Music Legacy Award presented by AARP to a cross-generational conversation with salsa icons Tito Nieves and Luis Figueroa, AARP championed the artists, stories and connections that kept Latin music thriving across generations.

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Will We Get Our First Seasonal Halloween No. 1 of the Century This Year? ‘Thriller,’ ‘Dracula’ & The Spookiest Hot 100 Race Ever

As Oct. 31 approaches, we look at the competition for the following week's No. 1 — which, for the first time, includes multiple thematically appropriate contenders for the top spot.

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Black Sabbath and Iron Maiden Members to Attend Texas Frightmare

Bill Ward, Geezer Butler, Bruce Dickinson, and Nicko McBrain will all be in attendance. Black Sabbath and Iron Maiden Legends to Appear at 2027 “Texas Frightmare” Horror Convention Langdon Hickman

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Jamie Miller Makes History on U.K. Singles Chart

"This is the biggest thing that's ever happened to me," the singer told the Official Charts Company.

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Billy Strings & East Nash Grass Top 2026 IBMA Awards

The International Bluegrass Music Association Awards were held Oct. 22 in Chattanooga, Tenn.

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Billy Corgan on Why He’s Stood By Marilyn Manson

"I personally didn't feel that he was guilty," The Smashing Pumpkins frontman said of the abuse claims against Manson.

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Black Sabbath and Iron Maiden Legends to Appear at 2027 “Texas Frightmare” Horror Convention

Bill Ward, Geezer Butler, Bruce Dickinson, and Nicko McBrain will all be in attendance. Black Sabbath and Iron Maiden Legends to Appear at 2027 “Texas Frightmare” Horror Convention Langdon Hickman

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Billy Corgan on Why He’s Stood By Marilyn Manson: ‘I Don’t Want the World to Tell Me Who My Friends Are’

"I personally didn't feel that he was guilty," The Smashing Pumpkins frontman said of the abuse claims against Manson.

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Billy Strings & East Nash Grass Lead 2026 IBMA Awards Winners

The International Bluegrass Music Association Awards were held Oct. 22 in Chattanooga, Tenn.

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Billy Corgan Defends Friendship with Marilyn Manson

Lead Pumpkin attended Manson’s 56th birthday party last year

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The Consequence Band Week Survey: 107 Artists Name Their Favorite Bands of All Time

See who Kenny Loggins, Paul Stanley, Pierce the Veil, Lizzy McAlpine, Danny Elfman, Tricky Stewart, Goo Goo Dolls' John Rzeznik, and more picked as their favorite bands. The Consequence Band Week Surv

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Two Door Cinema Club Announce 2027 US Tour

The band will once again perform their debut Tourist History in full throughout the run, with Friendly Fires joining as support. Two Door Cinema Club Announce 2027 US Tour Paolo Ragusa

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Paris Hilton Dresses as Britney Spears for Halloween

"I’ll always love celebrating her and the incredible impact she’s had on all of us," Hilton says of her friend & icon.

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Natalie Nunn Returns the Favor After North West Cosplayed as ‘Baddies’ Star

Nunn nailed North's gothy look in a series of videos responding to the "Piercing on My Hand" rapper's homage to the reality TV star.

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Two Door Cinema Club Announce 2027 US Tour

The band will once again perform their debut Tourist History in full throughout the run, with Friendly Fires joining as support. Two Door Cinema Club Announce 2027 US Tour Paolo Ragusa

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Cardi B Treats Herself to Extremely Rare $3M Pink ‘Barbie’ Rolex Daytona for Her Birthday: ‘Gift From Me to Me’

And don't forget the seven-carat diamond ring.

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“Basically a part of our family”: Billy Corgan defends his continued friendship with Marilyn Manson

Lead Pumpkin attended Manson’s 56th birthday party last year

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Natalie Nunn Hilariously Returns the Favor After North West Cosplayed as ‘Baddies’ Star For Halloween: ‘Uno Reverse’

Nunn nailed North's gothy look in a series of videos responding to the "Piercing on My Hand" rapper's homage to the reality TV star.

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Bono Criticizes Elon Musk and Political Stances

The singer questioned how people of faith could support international aid cuts that researchers warn could cost millions of lives