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How the resurgence of vinyl led Blake Shelton to call his album ‘For Recreational Use Only’

Wednesday, July 23 by Lakes Media Music News

Blake Shelton is "fired up" about his latest radio single, "Stay Country or Die Tryin'."In fact, he believes the follow-up to his 30th #1, "Texas," is a song that can hold its own with some of his best-loved hits."I... Read More.

‘Duke & Roya’ cast talk collaborating, sensitively portraying war-torn Kabul in off-Broadway play

Wednesday, July 23 by Lakes Media Music News

Two worlds come together in the off-Broadway play Duke & Roya, a love story between American rapper Duke (Jay Ellis) and his Afghan interpreter Roya (Stephanie Nur). With the play set in the heart of war-torn Kabul, the cast credits writer... Read More.

Study finds Bon Jovi’s ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’ is the UK’s ultimate karaoke song

Wednesday, July 23 by Lakes Media Music News

Everybody who loves karaoke has a go-to song, and apparently in the U.K. one Bon Jovi tune hails above all others.A new study, commissioned by the telecommunications company Vodafone Three, finds that the New Jersey rockers’ #1 hit “Livin’ on a Prayer” is the U.K.'s ultimate... Read More.

Music notes: Maroon 5, Charli XCX and more

Tuesday, July 22 by Lakes Media Music News

In addition to LISA, who joins them on "Priceless," Maroon 5 has revealed features on their upcoming album, Love is Like. Lil Wayne joins the band on the album's title track, while rapper Sexyy Red is included on the song "I Like It." Following... Read More.

Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler share tributes to Ozzy Osbourne

Tuesday, July 22 by Lakes Media Music News

Ozzy Osbourne's Black Sabbath bandmates Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler have shared tributes to the late Prince of Darkness following news of his death Tuesday at age 76.Iommi and Butler had just performed with Ozzy, along with original drummer Bill Ward, at Sabbath's massive... Read More.

Sam Smith to release new song ‘To Be Free’

Tuesday, July 22 by Lakes Media Music News

Sam Smith is returning on Thursday with new music.Sam wrote on Instagram Tuesday, "To Be Free. Thursday, 5pm BST / 12pm ET. ... It’s one vocal and guitar take from start to finish, made complete by the beautiful injection of the incredible... Read More.

Kelly Clarkson, Adam Levine and John Legend returning to ‘The Voice’ next year

Tuesday, July 22 by Lakes Media Music News

Kelly Clarkson is coming back to NBC's The Voice in 2026.The singing competition announced Tuesday that for spring 2026 — season 29, if you can believe it — Kelly will return as a coach alongside Adam Levine and John Legend.... Read More.

The Weeknd headlining NYC’s annual Global Citizen Festival

Tuesday, July 22 by Lakes Media Music News

The Weeknd is headlining this year's Global Citizen Festival, the advocacy organization announced on Tuesday. He'll take the stage at Central Park's Great Lawn in New York City on Sept. 27, following performances by Tyla, Mariah the Scientist, Ayra Starr and fellow headliner Shakira.The Weeknd's set will mark seven... Read More.

Nashville notes: Luke Combs is ‘Back’ + Ian Munsick’s Cheyenne feat

Tuesday, July 22 by Lakes Media Music News

Old Dominion's new radio single is "Making Good Time" from their new album, Barbara, which arrives Aug. 22.Luke Combs' new song, "Back in the Saddle," comes out on Friday, along with its accompanying music video.Ian Munsick made history on... Read More.

Music world reacts to the death of Ozzy Osbourne

Tuesday, July 22 by Lakes Media Music News

The music world is grieving following the news Tuesday of metal icon Ozzy Osbourne's death at age 76. Here are some of the reactions:Black Sabbath: "Ozzy Forever."Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong: "No words. We love you Ozzy."Read More.

‘It’s a loaf story’: Taylor Swift bakes for Benny & Selena

Tuesday, July 22 by Lakes Media Music News

Taylor Swift fans know that she has mad skills in the kitchen, especially when it comes to baking. Most recently, her BFF Selena Gomez was on the receiving end of one of her home-baked treats — as revealed by Selena's fiancé, Benny Blanco.On Tuesday... Read More.

Kelsea Ballerini pares down her ‘Patterns’ in new special

Tuesday, July 22 by Lakes Media Music News

Kelsea Ballerini's stripping it down to give fans a new look at her 2024 album, Patterns.The new Patterns (Stripped Session) special includes acoustic performances of seven of the record's songs: current hit "Baggage," "Sorry Mom," "We Broke Up," "To the Men That Love Women After... Read More.