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• Kris Kristofferson Gives Surprise Performance at Fargo Bar

  13-11-2019 07:07 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Kris Kristofferson surprised customers when he performed with an acoustic guitar at a North Dakota bar after a band taped a request to the singer-...
  
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• CMT Announces Next Women of Country Class of 2020, Names Tanya Tucker as Tour Headliner

  13-11-2019 06:06 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Rising talent in the country community was recognized on Tuesday morning (Nov. 12), when CMT revealed its Next Women of Country 2020 Class at CMA...
  
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• Pete Doherty Fined In Paris Over Double Set of Drug Arrests

  13-11-2019 05:43 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  The Paris prosecutor’s office says British singer Pete Doherty has been handed a three-month suspended sentence and a fine of 10,000 euros ($11...
  
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• Chaka Khan honours Joni Mitchell at Jazz Foundation gala

  13-11-2019 05:15 via Music News RSS feed
  
  Gala organisers also honoured saxophone legend Wayne Shorter at the benefit gig.
  
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• 'The Voice' Recap: Kelly Clarkson Pulls Slightly Ahead in Top 13 Reveal

  13-11-2019 04:25 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  The Top 13 were announced Tuesday night on NBC's The Voice, following Monday night’s performance-packed episode featuring the Top 20 of...
  
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• U2 Talk Climate Change, Blast the Hits on 'Joshua Tree Tour' Opener In Australia

  13-11-2019 03:59 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Good things, it is often said, come to those who wait. Australian fans of U2 have waited. 
  It’s been nine long years since the rockers...
  
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• Rapper Eric B, Jailed on 17-Year-Old Warrant, Released

  13-11-2019 03:44 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Rapper and actor Eric B. has been released from a New Jersey jail after spending two weeks behind bars on a 17-year-old warrant.
  NJ.com reports...
  
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• 'Little Mermaid' Live-Action Remake Finds Its Prince Eric in Jonah Hauer-King

  13-11-2019 03:36 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  London-based rising actor Jonah Hauer-King has nabbed the role of Prince Eric in Disney’s live-action remake of its animated classic The...
  
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• Summer Walker Cuts Down on Tour Dates While Struggling With Social Anxiety

  13-11-2019 03:25 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Summer Walker's fans know that the songstress struggles with anxiety, and on Tuesday (Nov. 12), she revealed that she will be cutting some First...
  
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• John Legend Is People's Sexiest Man Alive & Chrissy Teigen Had the Best Response

  13-11-2019 03:01 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  People has named John Legend their "Sexiest Man Alive" for 2019, and he admitted to the publication that he "was excited,...
  
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• Florida Georgia Line Perform 'Simple' & 'Blessings' on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live'

  13-11-2019 01:53 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Florida Georgia Line took the outdoor stage at Jimmy Kimmel Live on Monday (Nov. 11), where the duo performed two songs, "Simple...
  
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• Dave Grohl Heads to 'Sesame Street,' Travels Around the Country With Big Bird & Elmo

  13-11-2019 01:29 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Dave Grohl made his way down to Sesame Street recently, and hung out with fellow icons Elmo and Big Bird.
  In a video from the show uploaded...
  
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• Here's How to Watch the CMA Awards

  13-11-2019 01:05 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  The 53rd annual Country Music Association Awards are coming up on Wednesday (Nov. 13), hosted by Carrie Underwood for the 12th year in a row. Though...
  
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• CMA Awards 2019 Predictions: Who Should & Will Win

  13-11-2019 00:58 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  The 53rd annual Country Music Association Awards are less than 24 hours away and the evening is already proving to be a celebration of the women in...
  
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• Here Are the Lyrics to Arizona Zervas' 'Roxanne'

  13-11-2019 00:53 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Los Angeles-based rapper Arizona Zervas earned his first Billboard Hot 100 entry this week (dated Nov. 16) with "Roxanne," which...
  
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• Kanye West to Attend Service at Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church in Houston

  13-11-2019 00:38 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Kanye West is bringing his sprituality to Houston, Texas, this weekend, as the rapper will be attending Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church service on...
  
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• Here Are the Lyrics to Dua Lipa's 'Don't Start Now'

  13-11-2019 00:38 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Dua Lipa reminds her ex she's doing really well on "Don't Start Now," her new post-breakup banger, which notched a career-best...
  
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• Justin Bieber Reveals First Look at His Animated 'Cupid' Character

  13-11-2019 00:11 via Billboard.com Music News
  
   Justin Bieber and David Maisel and Scooter Braun's Mythos Studios on Tuesday (Nov. 12) teased their upcoming animated musical Cupid...
  
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• Here's a Full List of the Musical Offerings on Disney+, From 'High School Musical' to 'Lion King'

  13-11-2019 00:10 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  The much-anticipated Disney+ has officially arrived on Tuesday (Nov. 12), giving users in the USA, Canada and the Netherlands full access to the...
  
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• Walk The Moon, Santigold & More Plan Free LA Concert to Protest Banks' Role in Rainforest Destruction

  12-11-2019 23:46 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Walk the Moon, Santigold and Nanko will perform at a free, public concert on Saturday in Downtown Los Angeles to protest the role big banks are...
  
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• Jack Black, HAIM, Flaming Lips & More Team Up for New Hanukkah Album

  12-11-2019 23:36 via Billboard.com Music News
  
   Jack Black, HAIM, The Flaming Lips, Yo La Tengo, Loudon Wainwright III, Adam Green of Moldy Peaches and more are coming...
  
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• Pentagon Talk 'Prism,' World Tour & The Trust That Keeps the Group Together

  12-11-2019 23:10 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Last month, K-pop boy band Pentagon celebrated their third anniversary together. Formed back in 2016, the nine-member team has spent the past few...
  
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• Post Malone Returns to No. 1 on Artist 100 Chart, While R.E.M. Has a 'Monster' Week

  12-11-2019 23:00 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Rebounding from No. 2, Post Malone logs his 12th week at No. 1 on the Billboard Artist 100 chart, leading as the top musical act in...
  
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• Berry Gordy & Smokey Robinson Feted by Ryan Gordy Foundation

  12-11-2019 22:47 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  In celebration of Motown Records’ 60th anniversary, the Ryan Gordy Foundation (RGF) honored founder Berry Gordy and music legend Smokey...
  
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• Robbie Williams to Return to Las Vegas for 2020 Residency

  12-11-2019 22:28 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Robbie Williams is heading back to Sin City.
  Following the huge success of 16 sold-out shows this year during three residency runs, Robbie Williams...
  
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• WME Promotes Five Agents to Partner in Nashville

  12-11-2019 21:54 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  WME has announced that Abby Wells Baas, Kevin Meads, Braeden Rountree, Barrett Sellers and Nate Towne have been elevated to partner in the agency...
  
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• CNCO Teams Up With Forever 21 for First-Ever Clothing Line

  12-11-2019 21:48 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  CNCOwners are in for a real treat: On Tuesday morning (Nov. 12), CNCO announced its first-ever clothing line in collaboration with fashion retailer...
  
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• Michael Stipe 'proud' he was never in the closet

  12-11-2019 21:45 via Music News RSS feed
  
  Michael Stipe officially came out as queer in 1994, and in 2001 revealed he had been in a relationship with a man for three years.
  
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• 15 Ways the Grammys & American Music Awards Differ From Each Other

  12-11-2019 21:37 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Lil Nas X's record-breaking smash "Old Town Road" (featuring Billy Ray Cyrus) is competing in two categories at the American Music...
  
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• Marie Osmond Reinjures Knee Ahead of Las Vegas Finale With Brother Donny

  12-11-2019 21:27 via Billboard.com Music News
  
   Marie Osmond says she’s ready to perform the final week of an 11-year run with her brother, Donny, at the Flamingo Las Vegas, after...
  
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• Andrea Bocelli Calls it 'Absurd' to Shun Plácido Domingo Over Sexual Harassment Allegations

  12-11-2019 21:00 via Billboard.com Music News
  
   Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli is staunchly defending opera legend Plácido Domingo, calling it “absurd” that opera houses have...
  
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• Grace VanderWaal Dances Through Inner Turmoil in 'I Don't Like You' Video

  12-11-2019 20:48 via Billboard.com Music News
  
   Grace VanderWaal would bend over backward for her significant other, and she does just that in the angsty, acrobatic clip she created...
  
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• Films About Linda Ronstadt, Bob Dylan & More Music Stars Competing for Documentary Feature at 2020 Oscars

  12-11-2019 20:46 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Documentaries about such diverse music figures as Linda Ronstadt, Miles Davis, Luciano Pavarotti, Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash are among the 159...
  
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• Black Crowes Sign With CAA Ahead of Reunion Tour

  12-11-2019 20:28 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  CAA has signed rock band The Black Crowes for worldwide representation as the group reunites for a 30th anniversary tour.
  The Black Crowes, led by...
  
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• David Levy Parts Ways With Brooklyn Nets & Barclays Center After Less Than Two Months

  12-11-2019 20:12 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  The Brooklyn Nets and Barclays Center announced Tuesday (Nov. 12) they will be parting ways with recently-named CEO David Levy. Levy, a longtime...
  
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• Who Will Get Grammy Noms for Song of the Year? Taylor Swift, Maren Morris, Lizzo & More 2020 Predictions

  12-11-2019 20:00 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  The Billboard Pop Shop Podcast team has offered up 2020 Grammy nomination predictions for album of the year, record of the year and best new artist,...
  
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• Music Tectonics on Fire: Tech Conference Carries On While Dodging LA Blazes (Guest Column)

  12-11-2019 19:53 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Imagine finding out the music industry conference you spent the last year organizing was suddenly in jeopardy due to fast-moving wildfires. Los...
  
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• Five Burning Questions: Billboard Staffers Discuss Arizona Zervas' Viral Smash 'Roxanne'

  12-11-2019 19:50 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Established pop star Dua Lipa has the top debut on the Billboard Hot 100, with her new jam "Don't Start Now" bowing at No. 30 on this...
  
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• King Princess Will Be the Musical Guest On 'SNL,' Naturally, She Had the Best Reaction

  12-11-2019 19:45 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Just four days after making her U.S. television debut, King Princess is moving on to one of the biggest stages TV has to offer.
  Saturday Night Live...
  
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• Which Band Should Reunite Next? Vote!

  12-11-2019 19:35 via Billboard.com Music News
  
   
  After The Black Crowes announced their reunion for their 30th-anniversary Shake Your Money Maker Tour yesterday (Nov. 11), fans are holding...
  
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• FKJ Debuts Heartbreakingly Beautiful 'Ylang Ylang' EP, Made in the SE Asian Jungle

  12-11-2019 19:17 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  In a world of electronic musicians who strive to play live, FKJ (French Kiwi Juice) is the multi-instrumentalist poised to steal your heart.
  His...
  
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• FKJ Debuts Heartbreakingly Beautiful 'Ylang Ylang' EP, Made in the Costa Rican Jungle

  12-11-2019 19:17 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  In a world of electronic musicians who strive to play live, FKJ (French Kiwi Juice) is the multi-instrumentalist poised to steal your heart.
  His...
  
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• 'Good' News: Billie Eilish Rewrites Record in Alternative Songs Chart's Top 10

  12-11-2019 19:09 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Billie Eilish makes history on Billboard's Alternative Songs airplay chart dated Nov. 16, rising to the top 10 with her latest single, "All...
  
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• Lauren Alaina Breaks Silence After Split From Embattled Comedian John Crist

  12-11-2019 19:08 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Lauren Alaina broke her silence about her split from boyfriend John Crist during Monday night's episode (Nov. 11) of Dancing with the Stars...
  
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• Roger Waters to Keynote at SXSW 2020

  12-11-2019 19:05 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member Roger Waters has been announced as a keynote speaker at next year’s South by Southwest Conference in...
  
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• Liam Gallagher plays Oasis tracks 'Gas Panic!' and 'Acquiesce' for the first time solo

  12-11-2019 18:55 via Music News RSS feed
  
  Liam Gallagher played Oasis tracks 'Gas Panic!' and 'Acquiesce' for the first time as a solo artist at the opening night of his UK tour.
  
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• Julia Michaels Surprises Los Angeles Crowd With Selena Gomez: Concert Recap

  12-11-2019 18:46 via Billboard.com Music News
  
  The theme for Monday night's (Nov. 11) Julia Michaels concert was catharsis, which was made clear even prior to the songstress performing...
  
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• Pete Townshend says he's in still The Who because of his 'increasingly affectionate relationship' with Roger Daltrey

  12-11-2019 18:30 via Music News RSS feed
  
  The 74-year-old guitar hero has admitted that whilst he and the 75-year-old frontman didn't hate each other in their early days,
  
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• Blossoms will be heading back into the studio in December to work on their next record

  12-11-2019 18:29 via Music News RSS feed
  
  Tom Ogden and co's third studio album, ‘Foolish Loving Spaces’, is set for release on January 31, 2020, but the Stockport band are already itching to get started on the follow-up.
  
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• Soundgarden won't tour without late frontman Chris Cornell

  12-11-2019 18:28 via Music News RSS feed
  
  The 'Black Hole Sun' band's guitarist Kim Thayil has revealed he and the rest of the group - which was also comprised of Matt
  
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