MUSIC

Oprah Winfrey, Julia Roberts and Sabrina Carpenter joined more than 20 performers in a star-studded CMA celebration of Dolly Parton's music, generosity and enduring legacy.

Taylor Swift is reportedly concerned about public fatigue following her wedding to Travis Kelce, although her first post-wedding single, "Patient Zero", has topped charts worldwide.

A promotional post about Sabrina Carpenter's collaboration with Madonna has revived fan speculation about tension with Olivia Rodrigo, prompting a heated debate online despite no confirmation of a feud.

Friends and fans have paid tribute to Sulli on the seventh anniversary of her death, remembering the former f(x) member's career, influence and enduring legacy.

Spotify has released behind-the-scenes footage showing Travis Kelce supporting Taylor Swift on the set of her self-directed 'Patient Zero' music video, starring Dakota Johnson and Colin Farrell.

Lee Soo-man has launched A2O LITE, a nine-member girl group whose debut single "Neon" reflects his former SM Entertainment sound while sparking debate over the members' young ages.

Eminem appears alongside EZ Mil, Hideyoshi and Naruto voice actor Neil Kaplan on 'MADARA', a multilingual Shady Records single inspired by the anime villain.

Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl has returned to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a 14th nonconsecutive week, taking her career total at the top to 100 weeks.

BTS attracted about 151,500 fans to three sold-out concerts in Lima, its first performances in Peru, generating a major influx of visitors and economic activity for the city.

Eminem will feature on Kid Rock's upcoming Christian album, Halfway 2 Jesus, marking their first recorded collaboration in nearly three decades amid differing political views.

The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards averaged 8.43 million viewers, the show's biggest audience since 2015, as Madonna returned to the stage and Taylor Swift set a new awards record.

Big Bang returned to London for their first show there in 14 years, performing classic hits and new music as a trio during their 20th-anniversary tour.

South Korea's four largest entertainment agencies have seen their shares fall over six months despite strong global K-pop activity, highlighting concerns about artist concentration and profitability.

Kylie Minogue delivered a career-spanning 20-minute performance at the MCG, featuring major hits, collaborations with William Barton and G Flip, and a dramatic aerial finale.

Nashville marked its first Dolly Day with more than 145 events, performances and fundraisers celebrating Dolly Parton's music, philanthropy and enduring influence on literacy and the arts.

Taylor Swift has announced 'The Life of a Showgirl: The Encore', an expanded edition featuring four new songs, including 'Patient Zero', due for release on 25 September.

Duncan Sheik, known for the 1996 hit 'Barely Breathing' and the Tony-winning musical 'Spring Awakening', has died aged 56 after organ failure, his mother confirmed.

North London rapper Sway, the first unsigned artist to win a MOBO Award, has died aged 44. Fellow musicians and his label paid tribute, while no cause of death was disclosed.

Jeanie Poling, a San Francisco bluegrass and country performer known for her powerful voice, died of pneumonia after a three-and-a-half-year battle with cancer.

Macklemore has been removed from the remaining US dates of Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour after venues objected to his pro-Palestinian remarks at a September concert.

Billboard streaming data shows Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas' has spent more weeks at number one in 2026 than any other song, ahead of major hits by pop and hip-hop stars.

Stella Parton has shared that Dolly Parton's final request was for prayer, while explaining her sister's decision to keep her cancer diagnosis private until her death.

Harry Styles extends his 'Together, Together' tour into 2027, adding Los Angeles and more Madison Square Garden dates, addressing fan demand for additional shows.

BABYMONSTER's YouTube channel surpasses 10 billion views, highlighting the K-pop industry's focus on view-count milestones. This achievement raises questions about the true meaning of such metrics.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's return to the UK is partially funded by billionaire Ian Wace, highlighting their close friendship and ongoing financial arrangements amid their transatlantic move.

Music producer Benny Blanco used a therapist-guided checklist to find his ideal partner, leading to his marriage with Selena Gomez. Their relationship evolved from a professional friendship to romance.

Bruno Mars has added a fourth Sydney show to his Australian tour, joining Taylor Swift and Coldplay as the only artists to headline four stadium shows at Accor Stadium.

Olivia Rodrigo expressed her preference for Monica Barbaro to portray her in a hypothetical biopic during a conversation with filmmaker Cameron Crowe at the Grammy Museum, sparking fan discussions.

Dolly Parton's nieces, Heidi and Danielle, share personal memories and career advice from their late aunt, highlighting her down-to-earth nature and lasting influence on their lives.