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Lyndsey Parker
Since you’re gone: Remembering the Cars' rock pioneer Ric Ocasek, dead at age 75
Ocasek’s hiccuppy vocals, deadpan delivery, edgy pop smarts, and cool-cat persona made the Cars one of the most important bands not just of the ‘70s and ‘80s, but of all time.
Erin Donnelly
Singer Ric Ocasek of The Cars has died at age 75
The NYPD has confirmed the news of the rocker's death.
Variety
ABC Announces Behind-the-Scenes Special for Beyoncé’s ‘Lion King’ LP
ABC has announced a new behind-the-scenes look into the making of Beyoncé's "The Lion King: The Gift" LP, which is set to air September 16 on ABC at 10 p.m. EST. Titled "Beyoncé Presents: Making the Gift," the new hour-long special will allow viewers to "experience the process" behind the "Lion King" companion album, according […]
Lyndsey Parker
Remembering ‘Puttin’ on the Hits,’ the most bonkers TV talent show of all time
Decades before 'Lip Sync Battle' or RuPaul demanded that drag queens lip-sync for their lives, there was 'Puttin’ on the Hits.'
Lyndsey Parker
Rock legend Eddie Money dead at age 70
His death comes only one month after he announced that that he had been diagnosed with stage 4 esophageal cancer.
Variety
Eddie Money, ‘Two Tickets to Paradise’ Singer, Dies at 70
Eddie Money, the prolific singer and songwriter whose songs "Baby Hold On," "Two Tickets to Paradise," "Shakin'" and "Take Me Home Tonight" soundtracked popular music in the 1980s, died Friday (Sept. 13). He was 70. A statement provided by his family reads: "The Money Family regrets to announce that Eddie passed away peacefully early this […]
Elle
Fans Think Miley Cyrus Sent Liam Hemsworth a Message in Her New Song With Ariana Grande and Lana Del Rey
"Don't call me angel when I'm a mess..."
Yahoo Entertainment Staff
The It List: Jennifer Lopez's stripper film 'Hustlers' out in theaters, 'American Beauty' turns 20, Dennis Rodman gets ESPN doc and the best in pop culture the week of September 9, 2019
The It List is Yahoo’s weekly look at the best in pop culture, including movies, music, TV, streaming, games, books, podcasts and more. Here are our picks for Sept. 9-15, including the best deals we could find for each.
Lyndsey Parker
The tables turn for Ryan Tedder on dramatic 'Songland' finale
To be willing to hand the reins over to another songwriter demonstrated the OneRepublic frontman's trust in the 'Songland' process — a trust shared by NBC, which just renewed the show.
The Wrap
Daniel Johnston, Legendary Austin Singer-Songwriter, Dies at 58
Daniel Johnston, the legendary Austin-based singer/songwriter and visual artists who was the subject of the 2005 documentary “The Devil & Daniel Johnston,” has died from a heart attack Tuesday night at the age of 58. Johnston’s manager, Dick Johnston, confirmed the news of Johnston’s death to TheWrap.Johnston’s lo-fi, quirky folk tunes were covered by the likes Tom Waits, Pearl Jam and Yo La Tengo. Kurt Cobain could be counted as a supporter, most notably when he was spotted wearing a t-shirt sporting Johnston’s “Hi How Are You” album cover.Born in Sacramento before moving to West Virginia and finally settling in Austin in the 1980s, Johnston first rose to prominence in Texas for his home-recorded albums, beginning with 1981’s “Songs of Pain.” He had 17 albums overall. Johnston’s last album, 2012’s “Space Ducks,” featured a slew of guest musicians including Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Eleanor Friedberger, Deer Tick, Fruit Bats, and Lavender Diamond.Also Read: Haley Smith, Former 'American Idol' Contestant, Dies at 26In 2005, “The Devil & Daniel Johnston” doc sparked new interest in the singer. The film outlined Johnston’s struggles with manic depression and schizophrenia. It also showcased an immensely talented songwriter who was embraced by a rabid cult following.In recent years, according to the Austin Chronicle, his physical health deteriorated — which included falling, hospitalization and frequent adjustments to his medication, his sister Margy Johnston said.His final tour took place in 2017, where he was supported by the likes of Jeff Tweedy & Friends, Built To Spill, the Preservation All-Stars, Ben Lee, the Districts and Modern Baseball.Also Read: Roky Erickson, 13th Floor Elevators Singer, Dies at 71A tribute to Johnston, which took place in Austin in January to celebrate his 58th birthday featured the likes of Flaming Lips, the Black Angels, Gavin DeGraw, Bob Mould among others.Johnston had been working on a new album with Austin-based producer Brian Beattie for “years” he told the Chronicle and Vulture reported in April that the album would be titled “If.”Read original story Daniel Johnston, Legendary Austin Singer-Songwriter, Dies at 58 At TheWrap
Rolling Stone
Daniel Johnston, Cult Singer-Songwriter, Dead at 58
Outsider music hero had been hospitalized with a kidney malfunction before his death of natural causes
Taryn Ryder
Jennifer Lopez reportedly in talks for Super Bowl Halftime Show
A source says "it's a possibility" Lopez performs the 2020 halftime show.
Lyndsey Parker
How Tom Petty helped Rosanna Arquette mourn Alexis Arquette’s death: ‘That was such a beautiful gift’
When transgender actress Alexis Arquette died, Petty comforted Alexis’s sister... and later paid tribute to Alexis at his final concert.
Rolling Stone
Hear Lana Del Rey Cover Ariana Grande’s ‘Break Up With Your Girlfriend, I’m Bored’
Del Rey will release Charlie's Angels song with Grande, Miley Cyrus this Friday
Lyndsey Parker
Two side story: Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook reflect on 45 years of Squeeze
As Squeeze celebrate their anniversary, they still have mixed feelings about being compared to Lennon & McCartney by Rolling Stone, which turned out to be a double-edged sword.
Entertainment Weekly
Kelly Clarkson covers 'Señorita,' Billie Eilish's 'Bad Guy' for Jimmy Fallon's Beat Battle
Kelly Clarkson covers Señorita, Billie Eilish in Jimmy Fallon Beat Battle
USA TODAY Entertainment
Chester Bennington's widow Talinda announces engagement two years after his death
Talinda, the widow of Linkin Park's Chester Bennington, has found love again, taking to Instagram to announce she's engaged to her "angel on earth."
People
Teen Killed in Kylie Rae Harris Crash ID'd as Police Claim Country Singer Caused Fatal Accident
Kylie Rae Harris Crash: Killed Teen ID'd, Police Claim Singer Caused Accident
Entertainment Weekly
Watch Miley Cyrus as a dissatisfied party girl in new 'Slide Away' music video
Miley Cyrus is a sad party girl in Slide Away music video
Taryn Ryder
Country singer Kylie Rae Harris dies after car crash at 30
The Texan singer was heading to Taos to perform at the Big Barn Dance Music Festival.
Yahoo Entertainment Staff
The It List: Pennywise returns for more killer clown mayhem in 'It Chapter Two,' Sacha Baron Cohen takes surprising dramatic turn in 'The Spy,' NFL season kicks off and the best in pop culture the week of September 2, 2019
The It List is Yahoo’s weekly look at the best in pop culture, including movies, music, TV, streaming, games, books, podcasts and more. Here are our picks for Sept. 2-8, including the best deals we could find for each.
Rolling Stone
Watch Lil Nas X in New ‘Blade Runner’-Inspired ‘Panini’ Video
Disney actress Skai Jackson attempts to outrun rapper from recruiting her as a fan
People
Taylor Swift Fans Rally to Block Rock Band Tool's Comeback Album from Knocking Lover from No. 1
Taylor Swift Fans Rally to Block Tool Album from Knocking Lover from No. 1
Lyndsey Parker
Emotional Charlie Puth brought to tears over 'surreal' experience on 'Songland'
It was a roller-coaster night for the pop star, starting with a surprise reunion with his former Berklee College of Music classmate.
Indiewire
‘Wu-Tang: An American Saga’ Review: Hulu’s Scripted Series Is a Slow Burn Origin Story
Patience from the viewer is required in this telling, which is more of a character-driven, coming-of-age fictionalized account than a musical drama.

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