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SiriusXM Launches $7 Monthly Subscription Service

SiriusXM launched a low-cost subscription service this week as the audio giant seeks solutions to reverse a persistently declining subscriber-base and increase its earnings from advertisers. The new, ad-supported service, called SiriusXM Play, will cost less than $7 a month –less than SiriusXM’s $25 all access plan or its $9.99 app subsciption–and will become available […]

Alexandre Desplat Brings His Film Scores to the Hollywood Bowl: 6 Best Moments

Like every other contemporary film composer, Alexandre Desplat works in the shadow of the great John Williams. And so it was on Tuesday (July 15), as Desplat made his Hollywood Bowl debut, conducting the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra on a program of music from his film scores. Before the show began, overhead screens promoted upcoming […]

Taylor Swift’s Dad Scott Doing ‘Fantastic’ After Undergoing Heart Surgery

Taylor Swift‘s father, Scott Swift, is on the mend after undergoing heart surgery, with a rep for the pop star telling Billboard on Wednesday (July 16) that the stockbroker is “doing fantastic.” Related George Kittle Recalls Getting to Sing His ‘Favorite Taylor Swift Song’ With the Pop Star at… 07/14/2025 According to reports that emerged […]

Whitney Houston Legacy Foundation Auction to Feature Rare Stage Outfits, Shoes, Jewelry, ‘Bodyguard’ RIAA Plaque

The 40th anniversary of Whitney Houston‘s music career will be celebrated on Aug. 11 when Julien’s Auctions hosts the Whitney E. Houston Legacy Foundation Auction featuring a treasure trove of the iconic singer’s stage clothes and personal effects, including a RIAA multi-platinum sales award for her legendary 1992 hit and Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 […]

Grammys 2026 Big Four Predictions: Who Could Score a Nomination?

Kendrick Lamar had a big night at the 67th annual Grammy Awards in February, winning all five categories in which he was nominated, including record and song of the year for “Not Like Us.” Expect him to make another strong showing at the 68th Grammys on Feb. 1, 2026, where he could become the first male […]