The long-running British avant-garde music magazine The Wire has announced it has opened its online archives to the public for the next week. “We’re giving everyone one week’s FREE access to our online archive containing every issue of The Wire ever published,” a tweet reads. “That’s more than 430 issues to while away the time.”
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Country music legend Kenny Rogers died Friday evening at his home, surrounded by his family. Kenny was under hospice care at the time of his passing … according to a rep for the singer, who also says Kenny died of natural causes. The County Music Hall of Famer was known for his impressive string of
Travis Scott and Young Thug have shared a new music video for their JACKBOYS track “Out West.” Travis and Thug throw a party in the grainy visual, co-directed by Scott and White Trash Tyler. Guests at the rager include 21 Savage and Quincy Jones—who just wants to wash his hands and make a sandwich (crusts
Exclusive Ariana Grande urgently needs court-ordered protection from an obsessed fan … we’ve learned she just filed for a restraining order. The “7 Rings” singer filed legal docs Friday seeking a temporary protective order from the man who was arrested Saturday following a disturbing and scary visit to her Los Angeles home. Ariana’s mother is
The Weeknd’s new album After Hours has arrived. It’s his follow-up to My Dear Melancholy, and Starboy. The record was led by “Blinding Lights,” “Heartless,” and “After Hours,” as well as “Scared to Live,” which the Weeknd debuted with Daniel Lopatin on SNL. Revisit the Weeknd’s “After Hours” short film, and hear the whole new
Exclusive Kodak Black‘s giving back to his community despite being behind bars, by donating hundreds of books and much-needed school supplies to students now learning from home. The incarcerated rapper’s attorney, Bradford Cohen, tells TMZ … Kodak’s sending out 625 reading comprehension books to 625 schoolkids in Broward Country, FL to help offset the impact
Pitchfork is pleased to announce the launch of a new video series, “Under the Influences.” In the series, artists who are experts in their field break down the music that has influenced their own style and development. They’ll share favorite or important moments from their genre, whether that’s analyzing the intricacies a track’s rhythm section,
Exclusive Tekashi 6ix9ine damn near had one of his former friends killed when the rapper ordered a hit … so claims that ex-friend who is now suing the rapper. Shane Hardy claims he had a falling out with Tekashi back in January 2018 over the rapper’s gang affiliation with Nine Trey Bloods. According to docs,
The Avalanches have shared the music video for a new song called “Running Red Lights,” and it features Pink Siifu and Weezer’s Rivers Cuomo. During his verse, Pink Siifu raps lyrics from David Berman’s Purple Mountains song “Darkness and Cold.” Listen to it, and find the band’s statement about the song, below. The video for
Exclusive TMZ.com Juice WRLD may have barely been old enough to buy beer but he was loaded … worth MILLIONS before his tragic death. According to new legal docs obtained by TMZ … the late rapper’s estate was worth $3,278,867.49. This included a condo in Miami worth around $1,490,000 and several bank accounts … including
Thousands of people across the globe have been diagnosed with coronavirus (COVID-19). As the outbreak continues, organizers of large public gatherings (such as music festivals and concerts) are being forced to assess whether or not to hold their scheduled events as planned. Among the first big events to be canceled was South by Southwest, which
Exclusive TMZ/Getty Composite It seemed inevitable, but TMZ has learned later today Joel Osteen and Kanye West will pull the plug on their big plan to throw a massive service at Yankee Stadium … at least for the time being. Sources involved in the production of the event tell us … Osteen’s people were in
With music fans responsibly self-isolating and social distancing and venues on lockdown, artists are finding creative ways to navigate the coronavirus outbreak and its profound impact on the entertainment industries. To help you keep track, Pitchfork is rounding up a daily slate of concert streams, digital gatherings, community support efforts, and other endeavors artists are
Exclusive TMZ.com R. Kelly is a man truly trapped now that coronavirus lockdowns are in full swing — he can’t get to his lawyers … even though prison officials insist it ain’t personal. Kelly’s legal team tried going to see their client last Thursday at MCC Chicago — where he’s currently behind bars — but
Tonight (March 16), Bernie Sanders is livestreaming a digital rally featuring guest appearances by Neil Young and Daryl Hannah, as well as performances by Jim James and Anderson .Paak’s backing band the Free Nationals. Watch the event live here. The rally will also feature speeches by Senator Sanders, Nina Turner, and more. “There are so
Backgrid Demi Lovato is covering her bases during the coronavirus outbreak … by covering up. The singer was out grocery shopping Sunday at the ritzy Erewhon Market in L.A. She sorta went incognito thanks to a fancy air mask. She’s taking no chances with her hands … as you can see, she’s also wearing blue
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has announced an executive order that will go into effect Tuesday, March 17 at 9:00 a.m. The order will limit restaurants, bars, and cafes in the city to take-out and delivery service. It will also shutter all nightclubs, movie theaters, small theater houses, and concert venues. The order
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Diane Warren says nothing’s gonna stop Joe Biden‘s march towards the White House … and she’s offering up one of her #1 hits to help him get the job done. We got the legendary songwriter and staunch Democrat outside Madeo in Bev Hills and she couldn’t stop gushing over Biden
It looks like Childish Gambino is back with a new album. A bunch of new songs are streaming on a website called DonaldGloverPresents.com, and the link to the site was retweeted by Glover’s manager Fam Rothstein. The website is streaming Gambino’s 2018 track “Feels Like Summer,” as well as songs that appear to feature Ariana
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Pete Wentz says people running to their local grocery stores for toilet paper and water are not just screwing themselves (and others) … they’re also not thinking ahead. The Fall Out Boy bassist gave us his take on the chaos surrounding coronavirus lately — including folks stockpiling crucial supplies and
Genesis Breyer P-Orridge died this morning (March 14) after a battle with chronic myelomonocytic leukemia first diagnosed in 2017. P-Orridge was 70 years old. Collaborators, labels, and friends of the the avant garde icon and founding member of cult experimental bands Throbbing Gristle and Psychic TV posted remembrances and condolences on social media. Find reactions
Exclusive Getty Nicki Minaj‘s husband really wants to get back to surfing the Internet … something he’s currently barred from doing due to his pending criminal case. Kenneth Petty just submitted legal docs, obtained by TMZ, begging a California judge to allow him to use the World Wide Web. Department of Justice As you know
The Grand Ole Opry announced today (March 13) that it will suspend performances that involve a live audience until April 4 “in an effort to maintain health and safety amid current COVID-19 concerns.” The Nashville, Tennessee institution posted a statement on its website stating that “the Opry’s first priority has always been the safety of
Breaking News TMZ.com R. Kelly‘s pile of legal issues just got bigger … he’s been hit with several new charges by federal prosecutors in New York, and they include crimes against a minor. According to legal docs — obtained by TMZ — Kelly’s been hit with a new indictment related to 2 new alleged victims,
Jamaican reggae star Chronixx has announced his next album. Dela Splash is out later this year. Ahead of the LP, Chronixx has shared lead single “Dela Move” along with a visual directed by Nabil Elderkin, who has made music videos for the likes of Frank Ocean, Kanye West, Dua Lipa, and more. Check it out
Exclusive Getty Composite Ja’Net DuBois‘ family is revealing an amazing hidden fact about the “Good Times” star — her biological father was none other than jazz legend Cab Calloway … or so they believe. It’s turning into quite a showbiz mystery, actually … one that started when Ja’Net’s death certificate was released this week by
My Chemical Romance have postponed their Australian and New Zealand dates on the band’s upcoming reunion tour. MCR were scheduled to kick off the trek on March 20 in Melbourne, Australia, then play Sydney the following night before heading to a concert in Auckland New Zealand on March 25. Now, the shows have been pushed
Exclusive TMZ Composite Billie Eilish is celebrating her history-making night at the Grammys with some shiny new bling … and the piece is an ode to her sweep of the show’s top awards. The custom pendant is 14-karat gold with black diamonds and was crafted by celebrity jeweler Boodaddy Diamonds of Koosh Jewelers. As for
The Spike Jonze-directed Beastie Boys documentary is coming to IMAX theaters on April 3 and will then stream on April 24 via Apple TV+. Following a teaser earlier this year, the film’s first full-length trailer was shared tonight. It features archival video as well as new footage of Mike D and Ad-Rock talking about the
Exclusive TMZ.com DaBaby is vehemently denying a woman’s claim she was on the receiving end of his vicious slap — the rapper admits hitting someone, but says alleged victims are coming outta the woodwork. We broke the story … DaBaby brutally assaulted a fan before his Saturday night gig in Tampa while walking through the