Country music star Blake Shelton expresses his immense admiration for his wife Gwen Stefani’s electrifying performance at the 2024 Coachella festival. Despite not being physically present at the event, Shelton watched a video of Stefani’s set and was thoroughly impressed by her energy and connection with the audience.
Taylor Swift and Post Malone have teamed up for a new song, ‘Florida!!!’, which appears on Swift’s latest album, ‘The Thrilled Poets Department’. The track is one of only two collaborations on the album, the other being with **Florida Georgia Line** on the song ‘Some Night’. Swift announced on April 18 that ‘Fortnite feat. Post Malone’ would be the first single from the album, writing on Instagram: ‘I’ve been such a huge fan of Post for so long and love his songwriting, his experimental nature, and his haunting melodies. It was such an honor to collaborate with Post on ‘Fortnite’ and see the magic that was created. I can’t wait for you all to hear the song tonight and watch the video tomorrow at 8am.’ The music video for ‘Florida!!!’, which was directed by Swift herself, features Post Malone alongside **The Chainsmokers** and Josh Charles. The черно-белый visual features imagery that reflects the song’s themes of love-filled bliss and subsequent heartbreak. Swift has shared clips of the video on **TikTok**, which show her cooking with her boyfriend, Joe Alwyn, working out, and behind-the-scenes footage from the music video shoot.
In the rural community of Eriksdale, Manitoba, a couple has transformed a vacant space into a thriving music and art hub. Derrick McCandless and Dawn Mills have created the Eriksdale Music & Custom Frame Shop, a multi-faceted space that hosts open mic nights, summer concerts, and offers instrument repair and sales, pottery, and framing services. Their efforts have revitalized the community, bringing people together and showcasing local talent.
The 68th Eurovision Song Contest is set to take place in May 2024 in Malmö, Sweden. Founded in 1956, Eurovision is a competition where acts from 37 countries compete for the continent’s pop crown in a feel-good extravaganza that strives to banish international strife and division. The voting system, which awards points from juries of music industry professionals as well as viewers across Europe, makes winners notoriously hard to predict. This year’s contest will be aired by national broadcasters in participating nations, on streaming service Peacock in the United States, and on the Eurovision YouTube channel.
After retiring from sprinting in 2017, Usain Bolt has pursued his passion for music and received guidance from DJ Khaled. Bolt shared his musical journey with Khaled, revealing his love for songwriting and the drive that fuels his endeavors outside of track and field.
For over two decades, American Idol has been a platform for aspiring singers from across the United States to showcase their talent. This season is no different, with the names of the final 10 contestants being announced on Monday evening’s live broadcast on ABC. For over a decade now, Billboard has been first in line to sit down with each finalist and conduct their first in-depth interviews.
Emotions ran high on Sunday (April 19) as the top 14 performed songs by members of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (the Rock Hall’s Class of 2024 was also revealed during the episode by Ryan Seacrest and Rock Hall member Lionel Richie). At the end of the two-hour episode, Jordan Anthony and Nya were eliminated from the competition.
On Monday night, the theme was Billboard No. 1 Hits, a subject first presented in season two and again in season four. The end of the episode saw the end of two more journeys, with contestants Roman Collins and Jayna Elise leaving the show.
In total, 10 contestants remain in the competition. Here’s a look at each of them, in alphabetical order:
**Jack Blocker**
* Age: 25
* Hometown: Dallas, Texas
* Musical Influences: John Prine, Willie Nelson, Townes Van Zandt, OutKast, Tyler the Creator, White Stripes, Green Day
**McKenna Faith Breinholt**
* Age: 25
* Hometown: Mesa, Arizona
* Musical Influences: Adele, Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift
**Abi Car**
* Age: 19
* Hometown: Indio, California
* Musical Influences: Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, My Chemical Romance, Paramore
**Julia Gagnon**
* Age: 20
* Hometown: Guatemala City, Guatemala
* Musical Influences: Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Jennifer Hudson, Cynthia Erivo
**Triston Harper**
* Age: 15
* Hometown: McIntosh, Alabama
* Musical Influences: Johnny Cash, Charles Johnson
**Kaibrienne**
* Age: 20
* Hometown: Ogden, Utah
* Musical Influences: Katy Perry, Adele, Carrie Underwood
**Kaleb Lee**
* Age: 22
* Hometown: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
* Musical Influences: Bon Jovi, Journey, Whitesnake, Queen, Ed Sheeran
**Mia Matthews**
* Age: 18
* Hometown: Gadsden, Alabama
* Musical Influences: Dolly Parton, Kelsea Ballerini, Kacey Musgraves
**Will Moseley**
* Age: 23
* Hometown: Hazlehurst, Georgia
* Musical Influences: Bob Seger, Chris Stapleton, Luke Combs, Blackberry Smoke
**Emmy Russell**
* Age: 34
* Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee
* Musical Influences: Taylor Swift, Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez, Miley Cyrus
Usha Uthup and Mithun Chakraborty received the prestigious Padma Bhushan award for their contributions to music and Indian cinema, respectively. Uthup expressed her joy and gratitude, while Chakraborty said he was honored and humbled by the recognition.
Wendy’s new Orange Dreamsicle Frosty is a delicious blast from the past that will evoke fond memories of summer days. Inspired by the classic Dreamsicle, this refreshing treat combines the sweet, creamy taste of vanilla with the tangy flavor of orange. Whether you’re a fan of classic hits or the latest music, Wendy’s Orange Dreamsicle Frosty is the perfect way to cool down and enjoy the warm, fuzzy feelings of nostalgia.
Ten years after the success of ‘Take Me To Church,’ Hozier has achieved another milestone with the release of ‘Too Sweet.’ The song has ascended to the top spot on the Hot 100 chart, making it only the fifth No. 1 from an Irish artist and the first since Sinéad O’Connor’s ‘Nothing Compares 2 U’ in 1990. Despite being released as part of an EP for tracks that didn’t make the album’s final cut, ‘Too Sweet’ has captured the attention of listeners and critics alike.
Stephen A. Smith, the prominent sports personality, expressed his admiration for Taylor Swift’s latest album, ‘Tortured Poets Department.’ Smith, who has had a mixed relationship with Swift in the past, commended her talent and resilience. He also praised her candid lyrics and her financial success, noting her recent concert tours and album sales.
