Melissa Ruggieri
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Vince Neil documentary details drugs, death, debauchery and 'a lot of heart, soul and love'
Vince Neil is known as the singer for Motley Crue, but a new documentary airing this month spotlights the man behind the debauchery. Neil explains. → Read More
Beyoncé hits the dance floor with new song, 'Break My Soul,' from upcoming 'Renaissance' album
Beyoncé is back! The Queen Bey dropped her new single, "Break My Soul," a glistening dance track, late Monday. → Read More
Justin Timberlake, T.I. join Pharrell's Something in the Water festival, but serious crowd issues persist
Pharrell's Something in the Water festival boasted Justin Timberlake and a Clipse reunion for Day 2, but overcrowding remained a serious issue. → Read More
Kenny Loggins talks 'Top Gun,' the return of 'Danger Zone' and writing his new memoir
Kenny Loggins - folk-pop troubadour and '80s soundtrack czar - shares tales of working with Michael McDonald, Jim Messina in memoir, 'Still Alright.' → Read More
Paul McCartney is turning 80, so naturally we ranked his 80 best songs
Paul McCartney is turning 80 and in honor of his brilliant songwriting, we've ranked his 80 best songs. See if you agree with our list. → Read More
Pharrell Williams' Something in the Water fest brings big names, cramped crowds, disorganization
Pharrell Williams moved his festival to Washington, D.C., but despite having Usher and T.I., the first day was supremely disorganized. → Read More
The Doobie Brothers return to 50th anniversary tour in peak form with Michael McDonald
The Doobie Brothers returned to the road in peak form for the second leg of their 50th anniversary tour with Michael McDonald. → Read More
Turning 50 in 2022: Essential albums from the Rolling Stones, Elton John, Eagles worth celebrating
Who is turning 50 this year? Landmark albums from Elton John, the Rolling Stones, Stevie Wonder and the Eagles are worth revisiting. → Read More
Kendrick Lamar delivers a raw, soul-baring musical odyssey on long-awaited double album
After a five-year wait, Kendrick Lamar dropped the double album, "Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers," a musical odyssey that stays true to his intensity. → Read More
The 2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees are Dolly Parton, Duran Duran, Eminem and more
A slew of first-timers earned entry into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's class of 2022, including Duran Duran, Dolly Parton, Eminem and Lionel Richie. → Read More
Earth, Wind and Fire saxophonist Andrew Woolfolk dead at 71: 'See you on the other side, my friend'
Andrew Woolfolk, a longtime saxophonist for Earth, Wind & Fire, has died at 71. Bandmember Philip J. Bailey announced his death on Monday, April 26. → Read More
What you didn't see on TV at the Grammys: Jon Batiste opens up about his wife's cancer, Carrie Underwood in tears
Tears, joy and mutual respect were shared backstage during Sunday’s Grammy Awards. Here's what you didn't see on TV, from Carrie Underwood to SZA. → Read More
Dionne Warwick says she's still 'waiting for a response' from Nicki Minaj and Tasha Cobbs
Dionne Warwick is experiencing a career renaissance at 81. She continues to be adored on Twitter for frank assessments and soon starts a Vegas show. → Read More
Mickey Guyton charms with respectful Super Bowl 56 national anthem
Rising country star Mickey Guyton performed the national anthem at Super Bowl 56 while Jhené Aiko sang “America the Beautiful.” → Read More
Eminem, Mary J. Blige, Snoop, Dre, Kendrick Lamar prove fiery mix in Super Bowl halftime show
Dr. Dre, Mary J. Blige, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar and Eminem put hip-hop center stage at the Super Bowl 56 halftime show at SoFi Stadium. → Read More
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2022 nominees: Dolly Parton, Duran Duran, Eminem top varied lineup
The 2022 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nomination list includes the varied musical styles of Dolly Parton, Eminem, Duran Duran and Dionne Warwick. → Read More
Elton John tests positive for COVID-19, postpones his Dallas concerts
Elton John has tested positive for COVID-19, forcing him to reschedule at least two shows on his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour. → Read More
Ronnie Spector, who rose to fame as leader of the Ronettes, dies at 78 after cancer battle
Ronnie Spector, potent voice behind Ronette's hits "Be My Baby" and "Baby I Love You," has died at the age of 78 after a brief battle with cancer. → Read More
Grammys postpone January awards show due to omicron surge
The Recording Academy will push this year's Grammys to a new date due to the surge in COVID cases. → Read More
Miley Cyrus tells fans to 'roll with the punches' after wardrobe malfunction on New Year's Eve special
Miley Cyrus experienced a wardrobe malfunction during her New Year's Eve special in Miami with Pete Davidson, but tells fans to 'roll with the punches.' → Read More