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No, Jessie Murph doesn’t have a mansion in Malibu — yet

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

Jessie Murph's music may be inspired by her real life and experiences, but that doesn't mean everything she sings is true. For example, despite what she says in her hit "Blue Strips," she didn't, in fact, just buy "a mansion in Malibu."“Not yet,” she... Read More.

The challenge of creating a Doobie Brothers set list: ‘There’s just so many songs’

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

The Doobie Brothers — featuring founding members Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald and Pat Simmons — are set to kick off the North American leg of their Walk This Road tour on Monday, their first time touring the States since releasing their new studio album, Walk This Road, in... Read More.

The dancing duet partner who tops Thomas Rhett’s list

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

Thomas Rhett just sold out Boston's Fenway Park with Teddy Swims, who also duets with him on a version of "Somethin' 'Bout a Woman." In the past, TR's also collaborated with Katy Perry, Riley Green and Jon Pardi. But the country star is still dreaming of... Read More.

PartyNextDoor teams with Fortnite for immersive concert event

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

PartyNextDoor is teaming with Fortnite to launch a playable concert experience in the video game. The interactive concert, a partnership between Sony Music Entertainment, Sony Immersive Music Studios and Drake’s OVO Sound, will take place Friday at 1 p.m. ET.Players will virtually get the private jet experience as... Read More.

Mikey Madison, Jeremy Allen White and Jeremy Strong eyeing roles in ‘The Social Network’ sequel: Report

Thursday, July 31 by ABC News

Several big stars are eyeing roles in Aaron Sorkin's upcoming sequel to The Social Network.Mikey Madison and Jeremy Allen White are circling the film's lead roles while Jeremy Strong is the supposed front-runner to take on the part of Mark Zuckerberg, according to... Read More.

Music notes: Olivia Rodrigo, Sam Smith and more

Thursday, July 31 by ABC News

Lollapalooza has announced its 2025 livestream lineup. You'll be able to watch sets by artists including Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, Gracie Abrams, Doechii and Ravyn Lenae via Hulu. For more info, visit Hulu.com/lollapalooza-2025. Lolla 2025 takes place Thursday through Sunday at Chicago's Grant Park.Meanwhile, Olivia is teasing something ahead of her... Read More.

Erykah Badu, The Alchemist to premiere Abi & Alan on tour ahead its release

Thursday, July 31 by ABC News

Erykah Badu and The Alchemist are going out on a limb and switching some things up.The two have ditched the conventional method of following their album with a tour and will instead use the tour to debut their project. Their Abi & Alan tour will feature a listening... Read More.

Foghat’s ‘Fool for the City’ getting 50th anniversary reissue

Thursday, July 31 by ABC News

Foghat's 1975 album Fool for the City, which gave us both the classic title track and their signature song "Slow Ride," is getting a 50th anniversary reissue.Available on double CD and double vinyl, the... Read More.

Nashville notes: Maren Morris’ ‘Songline’ + John Carter Cash’s ‘Snow’

Thursday, July 31 by ABC News

Maren Morris reimagines eight of her hits, including "The Middle," on Songline, available exclusively on Amazon Aug. 8. Craig Campbell raised more than $10,000 for the Kenny Campbell Foundation during July 24's benefit at the Ryman. Michael Ray, Bryan White... Read More.

Aaliyah’s ‘Gone,’ but her legacy lives on in new song

Thursday, July 31 by ABC News

August marks 24 years since Aaliyah passed away, but this year fans still in mourning will have something to be happy about. "Gone," a new song featuring Tank and archival vocals from Aaliyah, will be available on streaming platforms starting Friday.“Getting the call to be... Read More.

Author: ABC News

No, Jessie Murph doesn’t have a mansion in Malibu — yet

PartyNextDoor teams with Fortnite for immersive concert event

Music notes: Olivia Rodrigo, Sam Smith and more

Erykah Badu, The Alchemist to premiere Abi & Alan on tour ahead its release

Foghat’s ‘Fool for the City’ getting 50th anniversary reissue

Nashville notes: Maren Morris’ ‘Songline’ + John Carter Cash’s ‘Snow’

Aaliyah’s ‘Gone,’ but her legacy lives on in new song

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