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"Shots Fired": Megan Thee Stallion Talks About Grammys, Erykah Badu, and the Year 2020

In an interview with V-103 Atlanta, Megan Thee Stallion opens up about her Grammy nomination, chatting with Erykah Badu, the lessons of 2020, and her latest single "Shots Fired."
Black Friday Alert! Get Deezer's Premium and HiFi at its Lowest Price EVER

Get yourself some great music to listen to this coming Black Friday - and Deezer has an irresistible offer up its sleeve.
Lucas & Steve Gets 360 Reality Audio Version of “Letters to Remember” on Deezer

House duo Lucas & Steve gets a musical upgrade on Deezer's music streaming platform, with their debut album "Letters to Remember" now available on 360 Reality Audio.
Today in Music History (July 23, 1966): Frank Sinatra's "Strangers In The Night" top US charts

Today in music history, July 23, marks the 54th year since Frank Sinatra regained the throne as "Strangers In The Night" tops the US album charts.
Tim Smith, the Cardiacs frontman, dies at 59

Tim Smith, frontman for the British cult rock band Cardiacs, died on Wednesday, July 22. Tim Smith, frontman for the British cult rock band Cardiacs, died on Wednesday, July 22.
LL Cool J on his Black Lives Matter acapella: “It was just about the truth”

LL Cool J opens up about his viral Black Lives Matter rap, specifically the decision to go acapella, in an interview with HipHopDX on Tuesday, July 21.
10 of the most calming music pieces, according to science [STREAM]

To start managing your daily stress, here are ten of the most calming music pieces, according to science.
Today in Music History (July 21, 1987): Guns N' Roses debuts with "Appetite for Destruction"

Today in music history, July 21, marks the 33rd anniversary since one of hard rock's landmark albums was released. Rock legend Guns N' Roses dropped their debut studio album, "Appetite for Destruction," on this day back in 1987.
3 Meat Loaf (singer) duets with female artists

Bringing his signature theatrics into the mainstream music scene, Meat Loaf has released a number of hit songs in collaboration with female artists. Here are three of 3 duets from Meat Loaf, the singer, with female singers.
Mariah Carey to unearth archives for her 30th Anniversary

According to a press statement, Mariah Carey will be releasing a trove of archived performances in celebration of her career's 30th anniversary.
Gorillaz, ScHoolboy Q pay tribute to “PAC-MAN” in latest Song Machine episode [WATCH]

British virtual band Gorillaz taps American rapper ScHoolboy Q for the "PAC-MAN" music video, as a part of their ongoing "Song Machine," Monday, July 20.
Chris Cornell’s family releases his cover of Guns N’ Roses’ “Patience” [WATCH]

The family of Chris Cornell, late frontman for Soundgarden, shared a previously unreleased cover of Guns N' Roses' "Patience" on Monday, July 20.
Top 3 songs featured on "13 Reasons Why" Season 3

To look back at one of its most controversial parts yet, here are three songs featured on "13 Reasons Why" Season 3.
Emitt Rhodes, powerpop pioneer, dies at 70

Emitt Rhodes, a staple of the 1960's psychedelia scene and later pioneered powerpop, died at 70.
3 of the most expensive Funko Pop figures based on musicians

Funko pops are now among the most sought-after collectibles, for professional toy collectors or otherwise.
Juice WRLD sets Billboard 200 record with “Legends Never Die”

Juice WRLD's first posthumous release, "Legends Never Die," debuts on the top of Billboard 200, marking the largest debut week of the year.
3 sad songs with equally sad stories behind them

Aside from their inherent musicality, delivering as they intended to do, these songs have also spawned stories that are just as miserable. Here are three sad songs with equally sad stories behind them.
The Masked Singer: 3 of the most surprising reveals

To relive the fun of not knowing who the masked celebrity is, here are three of the most surprising "The Masked Singer" reveals.
Tamar Braxton taken to the hospital after being found unconscious

Grammy-nominated singer Tamar Braxton, a founding member of the R&B act The Braxtons, was hospitalized following a possible suicide attempt on Thursday evening, July 16.
3 Dua Lipa songs in the Billboard Mainstream Top 40 [WATCH]

To further appreciate the British singer-songwriter who has taken pop music by storm, here are Dua Lipa's three songs in Billboard's mainstream Top 40.
Top 4 trap music tracks from the last five years [WATCH]

Here are four of the most successful trap hits from the last five years to witness the rise of trap music towards mainstream audiences.
Today in Music History (July 17): "Yellow Submarine" in 1968; Lennon's battle in 1974

Today in music history, July 17, marks two events in Beatles history. First was the premiere of their animated film "Yellow Submarine" in 1968. Six years later, in 1974, it was reported that Lennon was told to leave the United States.
Kygo updates Tina Turner's "What's Love Got To Do With It" [WATCH]

Tina Turner returns to the spotlight with Kygo's remix of "What's Love Got To Do With It," on Friday, July 17.
Vinyl Record: Top 3 Chicago albums to make you feel alive again [Amazon]

To add color to your world, here are three Chicago albums, all in vinyl format, you still can find on Amazon.
Upcoming "No Pressure" will be Logic's last album before retirement

American rapper Logic has announced the release date for his upcoming studio album, "No Pressure," while also announcing his retirement, Thursday, July 16.
Tekashi 6ix9ine to start a legal custody battle for his daughter

Tekashi 6ix9ine will be getting into another legal battle after his house arrest ends on August 2, 2020. This time will be for the custody of his young daughter.
Love yourself with these 3 Justin Bieber fragrances [Amazon]

One of the product lines that carry the Justin Bieber brand is a series of signature fragrances. Show some self-love with these three signature fragrances from Justin Bieber, now available on Amazon.
Today in Music History (July 16, 1782): Mozart premieres "Die Entführung aus dem Serail"

Today in Music History, July 16, goes a little bit further back as it marked the premiere of a Mozart opera Singspiel. This year will be the 238th anniversary since "Die Entführung aus dem Serail," was first performed.
Vinyl Records: Top 3 Katy Perry albums to keep you “Chained to the Rhythm” [Amazon]

Experience the pop phenomenon adored by millions of her "KatyCats" around the world. Here are the top three Katy Perry albums in vinyl record format, only on Amazon.
Country Music Hall of Fame: Meet 3 of the youngest inductees

For country music artists everywhere, an induction to the Country Music Hall of Fame is one of the highest honors. Here are three of the youngest living inductees to the Country Music Hall of Fame: