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Meghalaya boy among top 10 finalists for 'Resonate: The EDM Challenge' under WAVES in Mumbai

Shillong, April 22: A 22-year-old boy from Meghalaya secured a spot in the top 10 of 'Resonate: The EDM Challenge' and he is now gear up to showcase his sound on the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) global stage in Mumbai from May 1 to 4, officials said on Tuesday.

Identity of Post Malone's ex-fiancee finally revealed in new custody filing

Los Angeles, April 19: After a lot of speculation, the identity of singer-songwriter Post Malone's ex-fiancee has finally been revealed.

Neha Kakkar makes a special tattoo for brother Tony, amidst tension with sister Sonu

Mumbai, April 16: Singer Neha Kakkar made a special tattoo for brother Tony Kakkar, amidst tension with their sister Sonu Kakkar.

Cardi B recalls how daughter Kulture wrote on her luxury bag

Washington, April 13: Rapper Cardi B recalled how her daughter, Kulture, doodled on her 60,000 dollars bag.

Sonu Kakkar announces she is 'no longer a sister' to Neha Kakkar & Tony Kakkar

Mumbai, April 12: It seems like all is not well with the Kakkar siblings. The eldest of the three, Sonu Kakkar has announced that she is no longer a sister to singers Neha Kakkar and Tony Kakkar.

Javed Ali says singing reality shows are a combination of popularity and artistry

Mumbai, April 9: Playback singer Javed Ali, who has crooned the song 'Koyal', has shared his opinion on the concept of reality shows. The singer said that reality singing shows are a combination of popularity and artistry.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' ex-partner Cassie Ventura to testify using her name

Los Angeles, April 6: Troubles continue to mount for disgraced rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs as his former partner Casandra “Cassie” Ventura is prepared to testify against him.

Cardi B accuses Offset of stalking, harassment, says, I'm so tired of it

Washington, April 2: Rapper Cardi B shared that her estranged husband, Offset, had allegedly been stalking and harassing her amid their divorce.

Zoya Akhtar, Reema Kagti's Tiger Baby Records joins hands with Sony Music India

Mumbai, March 27: Filmmakers Zoya Akhtar, Reema Kagti, and singer-songwriter Ankur Tewari's banner Tiger Baby Records has partnered with Sony Music Entertainment India in a strategic collaboration to foster emerging talent and connect artists with audiences and brands on a global scale.

Sia files for divorce from second husband after 2 years of marriage

Los Angeles, March 20: Singer Sia has filed for divorce from second husband Daniel Bernad after 2 years of marriage.

Lizzo expresses anger over 'lazy' criticism of her new music

Los Angeles, March 19: Singer-songwriter Lizzo is lashing out at the criticism of her new music, as she tagged the negative reviews of her song 'Still Bad' as "lazy".

Lady Gaga calls out industry 'ageism' in powerful 2025 iHeartRadio Awards speech

Washington DC, March 18: Lady Gaga has called out 'ageism' in the music industry while accepting the Innovator Award at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, reported People.

Sean Paul feels AI can make songwriters 'lazy'

Los Angeles, March 17: Known for belting out hits such as “Temperature”, “Get Busy” and “Move Your Body, singer Sean Paul has talked about the influence of AI (artificial intelligence) in the music industry and feels it can make songwriters “lazy”.

Will.i.am says, not AI but this platform has transformed music industry

Los Angeles, March 16: Singer-songwriter Will.i.am has said that the video platform TikTok has transformed the music industry.

Music Director AR Rahman hospitalised in Chennai

Chennai, March 16: Renowned music composer and Oscar winner A.R. Rahman has been admitted to a private hospital on Greams Road in Chennai after experiencing chest pain.

IIFA snub: Sonu Nigam slams IIFA, Rajasthan bureaucracy

Mumbai, March 11: Playback singer Sonu Nigam is known for being vocal about the problems within the music industry, and the society in general. This time as well, he is not holding back as he pointed his guns to the organisers of the recently concluded IIFA awards ceremony.

Udit Narayan takes a dig at himself over his viral kiss with a fan

Mumbai, March 10: Playback singer Udit Narayan, who has been in the news over his viral video of kissing his female fans, roasted himself at an event in the city on Monday.

Lady Gaga reveals she endured a lot during her initial phase of fame

Los Angeles, March 10: Singer-songwriter Lady Gaga recently shared that she had to "endure a lot" during her early days of fame.

SRK gives a warm hug to Shreya Ghoshal, singer calls it 'highlight of a lifetime'

Mumbai, March 10: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan walked up to Shreya Ghoshal and gave her a warm bear hug. Calling it the "highlight of a lifetime", the singer revealed that the global icon blessed her and asked “how are you?”

Rihanna shares throwback delivery room photos with her 2 kids

Los Angeles, March 9: Hollywood Singer-songwriter Rihanna recently celebrated motherhood on International Women's Day.

Lady Gaga talks about mental health condition that left her vulnerable

Los Angeles, March 8: Actress-singer Lady Gaga, who was recently seen in commercial dud ‘Joker’, has shared that she experienced psychosis five years ago.

On International Women's Day, Shalmali Kholgade says, equality to her is 'availability of level playing field'

Mumbai, March 8: Singer-songwriter Shalmali Kholgade, who is known for songs like 'Pareshaan', 'Balam Pichkari', 'Latt Lag Gayi', has shared that for her equality tantamounts to the availability of a level playing field.

Shreya Ghoshal reflects on completing 25 years in the industry: Couldn't be happier

Mumbai, March 8: Celebrated singer Shreya Ghoshal reflected on completing 25 years in the industry during IIFA 2025.

Tamil singer D Imman's X account hacked, requests fans to ignore misleading posts

Chennai, March 7: Popular Tamil music composer and singer D. Imman has revealed that his official X (formerly Twitter) account has been hacked.

National Award winning music director D Imman's X account hacked!

Chennai, Mar 7: National Award winning music director D Imman has now alerted his fans and followers that his official X handle has been hacked.

The best thing that has happened to me is my husband Prasad Prabhakar, says singer Kalpana Raghavendar

Chennai, Mar 7: Popular singer Kalpana Raghavendar, who was recently rushed to a hospital after being found unconscious in her residence in Hyderabad, has now put out a video clip in which she has made it clear that she was saved only because of the timely efforts of her husband Prasad Prabhakar.

Jackky Bhagnani: Gen-Z is changing the way music is created and consumed

Mumbai, March 6: Actor, producer and entrepreneur Jackky Bhagnani shared that independent music is giving healthy competition to mainstream norms because the Gen-Z is changing the way music is created and consumed.

Kalpana Raghavendar rushed to hospital after being found unconscious at home

Rangareddy, March 5: Renowned playback singer Kalpana Raghavendar was found unconscious at her residence in Rangareddy, Telangana. The 44-year-old singer was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital after being discovered in an alarming state.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces allegations from business partner

Washington, March 2: Kirk Burrowes, Bad Boy Entertainment's co-founder and former president, has sued rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs for what he describes as a "deeply disturbing pattern" of sexual assault, violence, and intimidation spanning more than a decade.

Shalmali Kholgade says one has to completely surrender to music composer's vision in film music

Mumbai, Feb 25: Playback singer Shalmali Kholgade, who is known for songs like 'Pareshaan', 'Balam Pichkari', 'Latt Lag Gayi', has shared what film music has taught her as an artist.

Exclusive! Singer Jaspinder Narula reveals the reason behind her reduced Bollywood presence

Mumbai, Feb 24: Singer Jaspinder Narula, who was recently awarded the Padma Shri, opened up about her limited presence in Bollywood in recent years.

I'm not hungry for it anymore: Genesis singer-drummer Phil Collins on his potential plans of returning to music

Washington DC, February 22: Singer-drummer Phil Collins of the rock band Genesis admitted that he won't be returning to the drum kit as he is very sick and has lost interest in creating new music, reported Variety.

Purva Mantri on juggling Bollywood playback & Independent music: Both journeys are unique

Mumbai, Feb 21: Singer Purva Mantri, known for her independent music, has lent her voice to the "Ishqa" track in Kunal Kohli’s directorial "Bobby Aur Rishi Ki Love Story". The singer recently shared her experience working in Bollywood, highlighting the stark differences between singing for a film and creating independent music.

Who linked up Selena Gomez, fiance Benny Blanco? Couple reveals

Los Angeles, Feb 17: Singer-actress Selena Gomez’s mother was the one to link them up. Selena ‘s mother revealed that she played cupid in her relationship with fiance Benny Blanco.

Sabrina Carpenter's 'biggest heartbreak' inspired album

Los Angeles, Feb 12: Singer Sabrina Carpenter has talked about how her own “heartbreak” inspired her acclaimed 2022 album.

Ben Stiller to star in dramedy 'The Band'

Washington, February 11: Actor-director Ben Stiller is all set to star in a dramedy called 'The Band' for HBO, as per The Hollywood Reporter.

Kanye West defends Diddy, slams Hollywood for silence on music mogul's arrest

Washington, February 8: Rapper Kanye West is back in the headlines. After his controversial entry at the Grammys with his wife Bianca Censori, West is now demanding US President Donald Trump's help in freeing music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs, who is currently in jail on serious charges, including alleged sex trafficking and racketeering.

Kanye West shares hakenkreuz T-shirt, calls it his 'greatest art' in new rant

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