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Taylor Swift: “The Tortured Poets Department” is the best-selling album of 2024

Taylor Swift’s latest masterpiece, “The Tortured Poets Department”, has officially been crowned the best-selling album of 2024 in the United States, according to data from Luminate. With a staggering 6.955 million sales, the album has set new benchmarks across physical sales, streaming, and digital downloads. Breaking Records of the Year The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 on April 19, 2024, with opening sales of 2.61 million copies. It dominated the charts, remaining in the top spot for 17 weeks, surpassing some of the most successful releases of its genre. Taylor Swift also made history by becoming the first artist ever to have three different albums top......

Beyoncé’s BeyGOOD foundation donates $2.5 million to Los Angeles wildfire relief

Beyoncé has pledged a significant contribution of $2.5 million (£2 million) through her BeyGOOD Foundation to assist those affected by the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, which have claimed 24 lives and displaced thousands since their eruption on 7 January. Supporting Families in Need The donation, announced on Sunday, is aimed at aiding families in the Altadena and Pasadena neighborhoods of Los Angeles who have lost their homes. In addition, funds will go to churches and community centers to address the immediate needs of displaced residents. Beyoncé's team wrote on social media:"BeyGOOD is taking action by announcing the LA Fire Relief Fund with a donation of 2.5......

Travis Kelce hints at new Taylor Swift music

Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs star and boyfriend of Taylor Swift, has dropped hints about the possibility of new music from the global pop icon. Appearing on the Pat McAfee Show, Travis revealed that his 35-year-old partner might have some fresh tracks in the works following the conclusion of her record-breaking Eras Tour. "I Hear Music Everywhere" When asked about potential new Taylor Swift songs, Travis teased:"There might be a few new tunes in the works." Pressed for more details, he responded cryptically, saying:"Come on now, you know it. I'll never chime in, but you already know I'm here to support it. I'm here to see where it can go." Though he refrained from sharing specific......

Coldplay to release "A Film For The Future" - A visual companion to ''Moon Music''

Coldplay is set to debut "A Film For The Future", a 44-minute visual companion to their critically acclaimed album "Moon Music". The film, described as a “kaleidoscopic patchwork quilt”, will premiere worldwide on January 22, offering fans a breathtaking multimedia experience. A Collaborative Global Effort The project, executive-produced by Ben Mor, who directed Coldplay’s 2016 music video "Hymn For The Weekend" featuring Beyoncé, was created by a team of over 150 visual artists from 45 countries. Each artist was given snippets of the album to inspire their own unique contributions to the film. Mor shared, “It was a huge privilege to have a bird’s-eye......

The Weeknd delays album release to honor victims of LA wildfires

The Weeknd has postponed the release of his highly anticipated album, ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’, out of "respect and concern" for the victims of the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County. Originally set for release on 24 January, the album – which marks the final chapter of his trilogy following ‘After Hours’ and ‘Dawn FM’ – will now come out on 31 January. Additionally, a planned performance at Los Angeles' Rose Bowl on 25 January has been canceled. A Statement of Support In a heartfelt statement, the 34-year-old musician, whose real name is Abel Tesfaye, expressed his solidarity with those affected by the wildfires:"This city has always......

Celine Dion honors late husband René Angélil on ninth anniversary of his passing

Celine Dion has shared a heartfelt tribute to her late husband, René Angélil, on the ninth anniversary of his death, reflecting on the enduring impact he continues to have on her life and their family. An Emotional Instagram Post In a touching Instagram post on Wednesday, the Canadian music icon expressed her love and longing for René, who passed away in January 2016 at the age of 73 after battling cancer. "René, we can't believe you've been gone nine years already," Celine wrote."Not a day goes by that we don't feel your presence, RC, Eddy, Nelson, and I." The post was accompanied by a family photo featuring Celine with her three sons: René-Charles,......

Robbie Williams confirms turning down King Charles III’s coronation performance

Robbie Williams has revealed that he declined an invitation to perform at King Charles III's coronation concert in May 2023. The event featured a star-studded lineup including Paloma Faith, Olly Murs, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie, but the 50-year-old singer was absent from the historic celebration. The Reason for His Absence Appearing on Watch What Happens Live, Robbie explained to host Andy Cohen why he didn’t perform at the royal ceremony, which was broadcast to an audience of 12.3 million viewers in the UK alone. "I was working. I got something I couldn't turn down because of money," he admitted, suggesting that a prior engagement with significant financial benefits took......

Jason Derulo opens up about near-death experience

Jason Derulo, the chart-topping singer behind hits like "Savage Love", has shared the harrowing story of how he came dangerously close to death after breaking his neck in a horrific accident in 2013. The incident forced him to cancel his Future History World Tour, leaving him questioning whether his life had just ended. The Life-Threatening Fall Speaking on the Great Company Podcast, the now 35-year-old artist recalled the moment he fell while practicing backflips for stamina during rehearsals for his tour. "I was preparing for my tour and working on these back tucks for stamina," Derulo explained."We were doing back-to-backs—20 in a row. I slipped on one, and I bailed. You're......

Drake files defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group

Drake has filed a lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG), accusing the label of defamation for promoting Kendrick Lamar's diss track "Not Like Us". The Allegations In legal documents filed in a New York court on Wednesday and obtained by Reuters, lawyers for the Canadian rapper alleged that "Not Like Us" was intended to falsely label Drake as a "criminal paedophile" and to encourage the public to enact "vigilante justice" against him. Drake, whose real name is Aubrey Drake Graham, claimed the song put both him and his family at risk, forcing him to hire extra security and remove his seven-year-old son from school in Toronto for safety concerns. The rapper is seeking damages for......

Liam Payne's cause of death confirmed three months after tragic fall

The official cause of Liam Payne’s death has been confirmed as "polytrauma," a term describing multiple traumatic injuries. The 31-year-old former One Direction member tragically fell from a hotel balcony in Argentina on October 16, 2024. The findings were revealed during an inquest hearing held on December 17 at Buckinghamshire Coroner's Court. Senior Coroner Crispin Butler emphasized that understanding the exact circumstances surrounding Payne's death remains a complex process."While investigations in Argentina into the circumstances of Liam's death are ongoing—over which I have no legal jurisdiction—it is expected that obtaining the relevant details, particularly about......