News From the Music World
Jessica Simpson’s surprising VMAs comeback collides with K-pop sensations and A-list stars in a night where Lady Gaga’s 12 nominations could rewrite music history. The old guard meets new legends.
While Latin music’s biggest awards historically stayed in the US, Maluma, Farruko, and Grupo Firme are boldly taking them overseas—challenging tradition and creating unprecedented global opportunities. Latin music’s world domination is just beginning.
SESAC Nashville Music Awards secures 2025 date, kicking off music’s most glamorous week. While songwriters remain invisible to fans, they’ll finally steal the spotlight. The industry’s best-kept secrets will be revealed.
While grunge killed hair metal, the Grammy Museum resurrects the spandex-clad gods of excess in 2025. Original legends return to reclaim their rightful place in rock history. The spectacle awaits.
Carrie Underwood rejoins American Idol’s judging panel—but can the show survive without Katy Perry? Her unique contestant-to-judge journey breathes fresh life into the struggling franchise. Is “Idol University” enough to save it?
MTV shakes up VMAs with Doja Cat’s “Jealous Type” debut, Post Malone’s return, and country-rap disruptor Jelly Roll stealing nominations. The 2025 ceremony promises unprecedented genre collisions.
Black music’s new powerhouse: Inside the Recording Academy’s revolutionary leadership shift that’s smashing racial barriers after 65 years of inequity. How far will they go?
CBS snatches AMAs from ABC after 50 years in surprising 5-year deal while losing Grammys to Disney. Memorial Day broadcasts begin 2026. The music awards chess game intensifies.
At 56, Mariah Carey shatters age barriers as MTV’s oldest Video Vanguard recipient while preparing her first VMA performance in two decades. Her comeback is just beginning.
The Opry’s Centennial exhibit ignites debate over diversity and tradition as historic artifacts meet controversial discussions. Who truly belongs on country music’s grandest stage?
