JC Villamere
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The Most Anticipated Movies of 2023
The new year brings a slew of movies to look forward to. From new installments of your fave franchises to fresh titles and superheroes galore, here are the films we're most excited to see in 2023. → Read More
The Hottest Celebrity Couples Of 2022
It's been a year of hook-ups, break-ups, splits and wedded bliss. Here, we take a look back at the biggest star couples who got together and stayed together in 2022. → Read More
The Best Celebrity Memes of 2022
From big events like the Super Bowl and the Oscars to big stars from Nicole Kidman to Jack Harlow, there were plenty of moments worthy of the meme treatment this year. Here, we look back at some of our faves. Hangin' With 50 Cent Back on Feb. 13 at the Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show… → Read More
Get Inspired By These Generous Canadian Music Stars
Even the smallest gesture of kindness can help create a more comfortable society for all of us. But big gestures are great, too. In a world that seems bent on unravelling, see how these Canadian music stars are helping to hold us all together with their philanthropic efforts. Let their generosity inspire you to help… → Read More
Chris Martin At 45: His Life In Pictures
Singer, songwriter, frontman, philanthropist, conscious uncoupler: Coldplay’s Chris Martin has worn many hats in his 45 years and here are pictures of some of them. (Full disclosure: That's not just an expression -- he is actually wearing a hat in only one of these photos. Can you tell which one?) → Read More
ABBA’s 20 Biggest Hits
With ABBA going digital and the announcement of their first album in 40 years with Voyage being released on Nov. 5, we're taking a look back at their biggest hits....so far. → Read More
Happy 60th, Billy Ray Cyrus! A Look Back
In his nearly 30-year career, Billy Ray Cyrus has brought us many things, from the "Achy Breaky" to mullet love to, of course, Miley. Here, we look back at the hair-raising highlights of Billy Ray's career to date. → Read More
Ringo Starr’s Career Highlights
Did you know that the Beatles recorded their first album in 1962 and released their last one in 1970? For Beatles drummer Ringo Starr, 81, that adds up to eight years of Beatles and 73 years of everything else. ET Canada reported that Ringo says the Beatles turned down a $50-million offer to reunite because… → Read More
Bob Dylan At 80: A Look Back
You know him. You've always known him. The folk-rock singer/songwriter has been famous for about 60 years. Mega-famous. "The greatest songwriter of all time!"-level famous. He could have a McDonalds-type sign that boasts more than 100 million records sold. That's not really his style, though. His style is more like that of Gordon Lightfoot or… → Read More
The Top Black Women Ruling Hip Hop
How do you determine the top Black women in hip hop? Science! We looked at Billboard’s year-end charts of the top female R&B/hip-hop artists going back to 2011. Here are the women who topped the list. → Read More
30 Facts About Ed Sheeran On His 30th Birthday
How can he only be 30 when he has already accomplished a lifetime of goals? Whatever will he do with the next 30 years? These are heavy questions and we like things that are fun and light. That’s why we made you this list of 30 pretty cute facts about our favourite ginger troubadour on the occasion of his birthday on February 17. → Read More
12 Surprising Facts About The Weeknd
He's not just the Weeknd; he's the Super Bowl Weeknd. That's right — on Feb. 7, Toronto's spooky, electro-pop crooner will be centre stage for the Super Bowl Halftime Show. To celebrate, we're whispering these Weeknd secrets into your ear. Pass 'em on. When your ears finish with that, you should set them to the… → Read More
Keep Your Season Bright With These Hot New Holiday Albums
Keep the flame burning, folks! We’ve made it this far through 2020 and now it’s time for some hard-earned holiday treats. From country to dance-pop to indie rock, we’ve got your holiday playlist covered with fresh takes on old classics and a few new Christmas tunes to boot from these top music artists. → Read More
12 Songs That Joined YouTube’s Billion Views Club In 2020
Just over 200 music videos have surpassed the one billion views mark on Youtube, the beloved streaming service that launched 15 years ago. The first video to reach a billion views was Psy's "Gangnam Style" in 2012. Then it was Bieber, naturally, with "Baby" in 2015. "Despacito" is near the top of the list, with… → Read More
Happy 30th SZA: Her Career Highlights To Date
Will 30 hit different for the R&B singer-songwriter or is “Hit Different” just the name of her September single featuring Ty Dolla $ign? Only time will tell for this star, who was born Solána Imani Rowe on Nov. 8, 1990. In the meantime, here are some of the many highlights from her career so far. → Read More
Happy 60th, Tilda Swinton: A Look Back At Her Most Memorable Appearances
Born into an aristocratic Scottish family on November 5, 1960, Swinton attended school with Lady Diana Spencer before she became the Princess of Wales. For her part, Swinton became a queen of the screen. From arthouse films to blockbusters, this statuesque alabaster goddess has been an enchanting presence on film since her 1986 debut. On… → Read More
Adele’s Biggest Hits
As we say 'Hello' to Adele's surprise new gig as "SNL" host, let's look back at some of the hits that helped make her one of the world's best-selling music artists of all time. → Read More
12 Music Stars Who Brought Politics To The ‘SNL’ Stage
Since its inception in 1975, "SNL"'s high-profile stage has been used by many a rock star to make political statements ranging from bizarre to compelling, from frivolous to essential. Here are 12 of the most memorable. → Read More
‘After the Gold Rush’ At 50: 12 Things You Didn’t Know About Neil Young’s Classic Album
He’s sold more than 75 million records and he’s regarded as the Godfather of Grunge. ‘After The Gold Rush’ is not just one of Neil Young's best albums, it's considered one of the best albums of all time and yet this legend remains full of secrets. Here, we reveal a few. → Read More
Garth Brooks and A Host Of Other Music Stars Who Have Shunned Awards
Whether it’s because of an embarrassment of riches, racism, perceived slights, cultural appropriation, discrimination, social activism, or general whining, there are varied reasons artists resist awards. Some are silly, some are essential, and many are listed here for your consideration. → Read More