MUSIC

ROY AYERS, JAZZ LEGEND AND 'GODFATHER OF NEO-SOUL,' DIES AT 84

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Renowned jazz vibraphonist, composer, and pioneer of jazz-funk, Roy Ayers, has died at the age of 84. His family confirmed his passing on March 4, 2025, in New York City following a long illness. "He lived a beautiful 84 years and will be sorely missed. His family ask that you respect their privacy at this time, a celebration of Roy's life will be forthcoming," read the statement on his official Facebook page.

JUSTIN BIEBER RAPS ABOUT BEING "HIGH" AFTER REP DENIES RUMORS

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Justin Bieber's latest social media post has stirred debate after the singer was seen rapping about being "high" just days after his rep dismissed rumors of drug use. The video, shared on Instagram late Tuesday, features the 30-year-old artist shirtless, casually munching on snacks while delivering lyrics that reference being high.

POP FACE-OFF IN MEXICO CITY: LADY GAGA, KATY PERRY SET TO PERFORM ON THE SAME DAY

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In an unexpected twist that recalls their 2013 airplay war, pop divas Lady Gaga and Katy Perry will play solo gigs in Mexico City on April 26, 2025, as news whips fans and industry observers into a frenzy.

UK POP STARS ABSENT FROM GLOBAL BESTSELLER CHARTS FOR FIRST TIME IN TWO DECADES

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For the first time since 2003, British music artists have not secured spots in the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry’s (IFPI) annual top 10 global charts for singles or albums. This marks a significant shift from previous years, where UK acts like Ed Sheeran, Adele, and Harry Styles consistently dominated international rankings.

JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE'S LAST-MINUTE SHOW CANCELLATION, LEAVES FANS FUMING AFTER HEALTH CRISIS FORCES

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In a last-minute announcement that left thousands of fans disappointed, Justin Timberlake canceled the final U.S. show of his "Forget Tomorrow World Tour" at Columbus, Ohio's Nationwide Arena on February 27, 2025.

LADY GAGA CONFIRMS BEYONCÉ COLLABORATION FOR 'TELEPHONE' SEQUEL AFTER 15 YEARS

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In a revealing Vanity Fair lie detector interview, Lady Gaga has finally confirmed that the promised continuation of her iconic "Telephone" music video with Beyoncé is indeed coming. The original video, which ended with a tantalizing "To be continued..." message in 2010, has kept fans speculating for over a decade about a potential sequel.

DRAKE POSTPONES AUSTRALIA-NEW ZEALAND TOUR DATES AMID SCHEDULING CONFLICT

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Drake has officially postponed the final four dates of his Australia and New Zealand tour, citing a "scheduling conflict." The affected concerts include Brisbane on March 4, Sydney on March 7, and two shows in Auckland on March 15 and 16.

BERLINALE 2025: A STAR-STUDDED SPECTACLE WITH SURPRISES IN STORE

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Berlin may be in the grips of winter, but the city is heating up as the annual Berlinale kicks off. Over the next ten days, the prestigious film festival will showcase groundbreaking cinema, star-studded premieres, and potential Oscar contenders.