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Australian Prime Minister “Unequivocally” Apologizes for Saying He Would “Shag” Kylie Minogue

Anthony Albanese drew backlash for saying he would “marry, shag, and date” the singer during a recent podcast appearance. Australian Prime Minister “Unequivocally” Apologizes for Saying He Would “Shag” Kylie Minogue Kiana Fitzgerald

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Pet Shop Boys' "Heavy Metal" Song and Catholic Themes

Hi-NRG meets Catholic orthodoxy - we analyse the Pet Shop Boys' masterwork

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Eric Clapton's Blues Discovery: The Influence of Freddie King

The discovery of Freddie King was the Eureka! moment in the origin story of Slowhand's ascent as the British blues scene's greatest player

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Brendan Canty Criticizes "Vans and Fugazi" Collaboration

The footwear company has since apologized for any confusion surrounding the new sneaker collaboration. Drummer Brendan Canty Condemns “Vans and Fugazi” Collab as “Tone Deaf” Langdon Hickman

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Robbie Williams Busks "Angels" in Seville

He came across a street performer playing the song and made the impromptu decision to join him

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5 Unofficial Songs That Went Viral During the 2026 World Cup

Juan Gabriel & Los Tucanes de Tijuana were among fan favorites.

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DistroKid Acquired by CVC Capital Partners

Terms of the deal were not disclosed, though the indie distributor was reportedly seeking a $2 billion valuation.

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Lauren Bennett, ‘Party Rock Anthem’ Singer & G.R.L. Member, Dead at 37

“We cannot express how much she meant to us,” the surviving members said in a statement.

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Watch Robbie Williams surprise fans by busking ‘Angels’ on streets of Seville

He came across a street performer playing the song and made the impromptu decision to join him

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Drummer Brendan Canty Condemns “Vans and Fugazi” Collab as “Tone Deaf”

The footwear company has since apologized for any confusion surrounding the new sneaker collaboration. Drummer Brendan Canty Condemns “Vans and Fugazi” Collab as “Tone Deaf” Langdon Hickman

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Lauren Bennett, ‘Party Rock Anthem’ Singer & G.R.L. Member, Dead at 37

“We cannot express how much she meant to us,” the surviving members said in a statement.

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DistroKid Acquired by CVC Capital Partners

Terms of the deal were not disclosed, though the indie distributor was reportedly seeking a $2 billion valuation.

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5 Unofficial Songs Mexico Made Viral During the 2026 World Cup: ‘Hasta que te conocí,’ ‘Esto es México’ & More

Juan Gabriel & Los Tucanes de Tijuana were among fan favorites.

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First Official Black Sabbath Book The Masters of Reality Coming This Fall

Limited editions of the book are signed by all four members, including the late Ozzy Osbourne. First Official Black Sabbath Book The Masters of Reality Coming This Fall Langdon Hickman

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Warner’s Spinnin’ Records names Marco Pantuso as General Manager; Frederick Pranger upped to A&R Head

Pranger will report to Pantuso, while Pantuso will report to Niels Walboomers, President, Warner Music Central Europe and Spinnin' Records. Source

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Eric Clapton's Blues Breakthrough

The discovery of Freddie King was the Eureka! moment in the origin story of Slowhand's ascent as the British blues scene's greatest player

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Morrissey's New Single at No. 6 on UK Sales Chart Amid BBC Controversy

"Notre-Dame" currently sits at No. 6 on the UK Official Singles Sales Chart. Morrissey Claims BBC Won’t Play New Single: “Diversity Is a Lie” Eddie Fu

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Morrissey Criticizes BBC Over "Diversity Is a Lie"

"When people say ‘Diversity is our strength’ they fail to mention how their notion of ‘diversity’ entails very strict Third Reich regulations and punishments"

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Hot 100 Top 10 Countdown July 11, 2026

Bruno Mars’ “I Just Might” returns to the top 10 of the Hot 100, while “Dracula” scales its way higher into the top 10, and Olivia Dean returns to the top five. Will Ella Langley hit a 12th week at No

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Morrissey says “diversity is a lie” as he hits out at BBC for not playing single

"When people say ‘Diversity is our strength’ they fail to mention how their notion of ‘diversity’ entails very strict Third Reich regulations and punishments"