Emily Yahr
Washington Post
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Jason Aldean thrives on controversy, but can the rest of country music?
“Try That In a Small Town” is a hit from an artist who spent years cultivating a provocative image. But Nashville insiders worry it could alienate untapped markets. → Read More
What to know about ‘Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)’ as it consumes the internet
Here are the answers to some burning questions about Taylor Swift's latest re-release, "Speak Now (Taylor's Version)." → Read More
The point of Shania Twain is to let her be Shania Twain
Even if her current concert tour isn’t exactly what anyone might expect, country-pop legend Shania Twain has defied odds for decades by doing exactly what she wants → Read More
Inside Morgan Wallen’s postponed tour and controversial country music reign
Morgan Wallen dominates the charts like few others and has become the face of country music. But it’s rarely smooth sailing for the 30-year-old star. → Read More
Explosive season of ‘Vanderpump Rules’ ended in predictable chaos
Producers teased a big twist in the reunion finale — but they didn’t need any extra gimmicks to get people to watch the show, which was already gruesomely riveting. → Read More
The cultural phenomenon that is ‘Fatal Attraction’ will never die
As the Paramount PLus reboot draws to a close, the enduring appeal of « Fatal Attraction » continues nearly 40 years after the movie shocked audiences. → Read More
The bonding experience of watching a Taylor Swift concert from a parking lot
Taylor Swift concert tickets are hard to come by. But that doesn't deter some Swifties, who have taken to experiencing the Eras Tour from venue parking lots. → Read More
The support system among Black reality TV stars who make history
"Big Brother" winner Taylor Hale and "Bachelorette" star Rachel Lindsay have formed a bond after both had the experience of being reality show "firsts." → Read More
James Corden was the late-night host celebrities loved and Twitter hated
James Corden grasped social media virality at a time when it became the mark of late-night success. It endeared him to some, while others relentlessly mocked him. → Read More
How Brad Paisley became the most outspoken country star to support Ukraine
Country star Brad Paisley recorded a new song featuring a spoken segment by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Then he went over to meet him in person. → Read More
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour opening weekend: Tears, joy and ‘therapy’
Fans descend on Glendale, Ariz. (a.k.a. "Swift City") for a long-awaited chance to commune with their pop icon, revel in her lyrics and express their true selves. → Read More
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour opener: A complete recap of all 44 songs
A song-by-song breakdown of the first night of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, live from Arizona. → Read More
Oscars 2023: ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ dominates, winning seven awards
Live news and analysis from the 2023 Oscars, including red carpet looks, winners and the biggest moments. → Read More
The story behind 'MILF Manor,' the reality show that seems like a fever dream
On a gorgeous winter day last year in Mexico, the sun was shining, the sea was sparkling, and a group of mothers and their sons stood around a bulletin board... → Read More
The rise and fall of the Chrisleys, the latest reality stars to go to prison
As Todd Chrisley and his wife, Julie, start their prison sentences, the reality TV culture that spawned them shows no signs of slowing down. → Read More
Amy Grant conquered Christian music. That was just her first act.
Amy Grant will become the first contemporary Christian music star to receive the Kennedy Center Honors. The award caps a traumatic year for the beloved singer. → Read More
In country music, nostalgia is the one thing everyone still agrees on
During CMAs week in Nashville, the divisions of the present took a backseat to the increasingly common practice of celebrating the past → Read More
Ken Jennings broke ‘Jeopardy!’ in 2004. In 2022, he helped save it.
The show fell into crisis after Alex Trebek died. Its biggest winner is making things right. → Read More
Why Taylor Swift’s self-loathing ‘Anti-Hero’ already hit a nerve with fans
Why Taylor Swift’s cryptic first single (“Anti-Hero”) off her new album (“Midnights”) is already seeing such a strong reaction online. → Read More
How the search for clues in Taylor Swift’s music became all-consuming
As “Midnights” nears release, her fans go down all the rabbit holes and work themselves into a frenzy. → Read More