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The Casual Dots Announce First Album in 18 Years, Share New Song
The Casual Dots have announced their first new album in 18 years. The indie rock group, which includes singer and guitarist Christina Billotte (Slant 6), guitarist Kathi Wilcox (Bikini Kill, the Julie Ruin), and drummer Steve Dore, will…
FN Meka Backer Walks Away From Project; Rapper Claims to Be Unpaid for Work as Meka’s Voice
Ever since digital rapper and TikTok influencer FN Meka was removed from Capitol Records’ roster, more details about the project have started to come to light. Anthony Martini, who co-founded the Meka-backing company Factory New alongside…
Olivia Rodrigo Joins Billy Joel for “Deja Vu” and “Uptown Girl” at Madison Square Garden
Olivia Rodrigo brought out a lot of special guests during her tour, but tonight (August 24) it was her turn to return the favor. Billy Joel invited Rodrigo onstage during his headlining show at Madison Square Garden where the two sang her…
jaimie branch, Jazz Composer and Trumpeter, Dies at 39
jaimie branch, the jazz composer and trumpeter, died on Monday night. The label International Anthem, which released branch’s music, confirmed the news in the below statement. She was 39.
At 9:21 pm on Monday, August 22, composer and…
California Legislature Passes Rap Lyrics Bill, Which Awaits Gov. Newsom’s Signature
The California Senate and Assembly both unanimously approved a bill today (August 22) that would restrict the use of rap lyrics as evidence, Billboard reports. The bill would ban lyrics from being cited in court cases unless prosecutors can…