Universal Music again demands streaming platform support over AI-created music as fake Drake goes viral

Rihanna surprised the crowd during the Paramount Pictures presentation at the 2023 CinemaCon in Las Vegas on Thursday.The 35-year-old mommy-to-be took the stage to reveal that she will star as Smurfette in an upcoming and untitled movie. Aside from lending her voice, the Fenty Beauty mogul also shared that she is  writing and producing original music for the film and will serve as the project's musical producer.Showing off her humor, the singer joked that she tried to get the role of Papa Smurf but the part didn't work out for her. Rihanna — who is expecting baby number two with A$AP Rocky — also noted that she hopes the role gives her some cool points with her kids in the future.Although her appearance was brief, Rihanna made a statement as she showed off her baby bump in a denim dress for the occasion.

Snap Inc. is continuing investors’ roller-coaster ride with another stomach-churning plunge downward.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Snap, still wrestling with an unpredictable advertising environment, reported first-quarter 2023 revenue that slightly undershot Wall Street expectations even as Snapchat’s user growth continued upward. The company said was not providing formal guidance for revenue or adjusted earnings for the second quarter of 2023. The Snapchat parent company’s Q1 revenue was $989 million, a decline of 7%. It posted a net loss of $329 million (versus $360 million in the year-earlier quarter), translating to an adjusted net loss of 1 cent per share. Shares of Snap dropped more than 19% in after-hours trading on the results. Wall Street analysts on average expected $1.01 billion in revenue and an adjusted loss of 1 cent per share, according to Refinitiv. Snap had previously told investors Q1 revenue could be down as much as 10% in the period.

Girls Aloud have announced a 20th anniversary reissue of their debut album ‘Sound Of The Underground’ – find all the details below.The record came out back in May 2003 after the group won the reality series Popstars: The Rivals the previous year. It landed at Number Two on the UK albums chart, and included the Number One single of the same name.Today (April 27), it’s been confirmed that a special deluxe edition of ‘Sound Of The Underground’ will be released on June 16 via Polydor/Fascination – pre-order/pre-save here.Per a press release, the forthcoming collection will serve as “the first in a series of exciting reissues of the band’s studio albums”.The 20th anniversary version of ‘Sound Of The Underground’ is due to arrive as a 3CD deluxe edition featuring two bonus discs of B-sides, rarities and remixes, as well as a 24-page booklet with brand-new sleeve notes and unseen photos.Additionally, the record is being pressed on vinyl for the very first time.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic In the four days since announcing U2’s first dates for a limited engagement at the massive new Sphere in Las Vegas, the number of shows has incrementally expanded. The mere five gigs announced on Monday got stretched to a dozen shows as of Wednesday, and now, come Thursday morning, five more were added, to make it 17 concerts going on sale this week. But if you must see this show, don’t sleep on these 17 dates under the assumption that the band will just keep adding more extensions. The extension through Nov. 4 that was announced Thursday could well represent the end of the run, since, in an earlier interview with Variety, the Edge said the band would likely be limited to six weeks in the venue — and that’s just how far these new dates take it.

Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Elizabeth Olsen calls herself an “unemployed” actor — even after playing Scarlet Witch in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and her latest role as Candy Montgomery in the HBO miniseries “Love & Death.” “I don’t want to work for work’s sake,” she tells Variety. “I don’t know how to half-ass stuff, so I have to love something a lot. And there are things I love, and it’s tough to raise money for them.” Olsen, 34, has multiple projects she wants to make with some unnamed first-time narrative directors but is finding it difficult to secure the financing that would allow them to have creative control. So, while she continues navigating Hollywood’s grounds during an unsteady economic time and a possible writer’s strike, she says she’s enjoying this break after working three years straight with Marvel (including two years of shooting and one year of promotion). “I don’t miss it,” she says.

Rihanna is about to be the only girl in the world. 

There they are! Netflix is giving fans of The Crown their first glimpse of young Prince William and Princess Kate in the upcoming sixth season.

Say hello to Michaela Coel! The British screenwriter is a fashionable force to be reckoned with.   

Red Table Talk—the co-hosted by , her daughter , and her mother Adrienne Banfield-Norris—has been canceled after five seasons, according to . The series, which launched on Meta's streaming service Facebook Watch in 2018, was reportedly axed amid a pivot away from original programming.

Atlantic City’s Borgata Casino Event Center on June 23, Seneca Niagara Casino in Niagara Falls, NY on July 14 and Westbury, NY’s NYCB Theatre on July 16.“I can’t wait to join you for a phenomenal and soulful evening,” Knight shared on an Instagram.And if you want to join her on this goodbye run of shows, you can for cheap.At the time of publication, we found some Gladys Knight tickets going for as low as $25 before fees on Vivid Seats.Now that’s a bargain to see a seven-time (!) Grammy Award winning singer live.Want to hear “That’s What Friends Are For,” “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” and “Neither One Of Us” live in person?Here’s everything you need to know about Gladys Knight’s Farewell Tour and more.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to buy the cheapest tickets available can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

Nick Cannon knows how to roast his friends.

Lisa Vanderpump‘s husband Ken Todd just dropped a BOMB in the new teaser for Vanderpump Rules‘ next episode!

A touching tribute has been posted in memory of a teenage girl who died suddenly at a boarding school. The body of Caitlyn Scott-Lee was found in a wooded area near the playing fields of Wycombe Abbey School, in Buckinghamshire, on Friday, April 21.

internal and external protests by LGBTQ employees and their allies — to the “Don’t Say Gay” law. “State leaders have not been subtle about their reasons for government intervention,” the company writes in the lawsuit. “They have proudly declared that Disney deserves this fate because of what Disney said.

A drugs boss caught in Amsterdam was dragged back home to face justice after spending 15 months on the run. Fugitive Francis McAnulty, 27, fled the country as police were about to pounce on him in his native Salford, when he had around £35,000 in cash and tens of thousands of pounds worth of cocaine stashed in his van.

When EastEnders fans found out that soap icon, Rita Simons, who played Roxy Mitchell for 10 years was returning to Albert Square, it’s safe to say that they were both excited and baffled. Mainly due to the fact that Simons’ character was killed off in 2017 alongside her on-screen sister, Ronnie Mitchell, who was played by Samantha Womack.

Iconic talk show host Jerry Springer has died at the age of 79 and while he's best-known for his eponymous talk show, he had a quieter life away from cameras with his wife and daughter.The American presenter was best known for hosting The Jerry Springer Show for almost three decades from 1991, but he was also a former lawyer and politician. On Thursday, a family spokesperson confirmed that Jerry, 79, had died following a brief battle with cancer.They revealed that his health had taken a turn for the worst in recent weeks, with the TV presenter passing away peacefully at his home in Chicago.

The Met Gala is one of the hottest tickets of the year, but it comes with a hefty price tag.

Ziggy Marley took to the stage to introduce the first footage from “Bob Marley: One Love.” The film, due for release on January 12, 2024, comes from writer/director Reinaldo Marcus Green, who previously helmed the Oscar-winning “King Richard.” Kingsley Ben-Adir stars as Bob Marley alongside Lashana Lynch, James Norton, Tosin Cole, Anthony Welsh, Michael Gandolfini, Umi Myers and Nadine Marshall.  Robert Teitel, Jeremy Kleiner, Dede Gardner, Ziggy Marley, Rita Marley, Cedella Marley are producers.We saw a massive concert audience waiting for the man himself to appear, followed by Marley preaching the value of reggae music amid otherwise conventional musical biopic imagery set to “Jammin with You.” A moment of gun violence kicks off the “downfall” portion of the trailer, while Marley intones that “My life is not important, my life is for the people.” “One Man, One Message, One Revolution, One Legend, One Love” the onscreen text declares.

Karol G is making history next.Starting Aug. 11 and running up until Sept.

Dolly Parton is taking her music in a new direction. ET's Rachel Smith spoke to the 77-year-old singer, and she dished all about her upcoming rock album, .Parton decided to put out a rock album after being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, an honor she initially declined. Eventually, though, sheopted to accept the distinction «gracefully,» and, in response, put out an album befitting of it.

Sometimes less really is more!

Kim Kardashian hasn’t publicly dated anyone since splitting from Pete Davidson back in August. But a source now tells ET that her family is motivating her to find love again.«Her family is encouraging her to get back out there again and everyone just wants her to be happy and continue to succeed in all ways,» the source says. Things between Kardashian and West are, «fine enough» and the beauty mogul does «her best to maintain a good co-parenting relationship with him,» the source adds.

Kylie Jenner is attempting to hold herself and her family accountable in the new trailer for season 3 of. The 25-year-old makeup mogul addressed a long-standing criticism of her famous family.«All of us just need to have a bigger conversation about the beauty standards that we're setting,» Kylie says to her sisters.

The Last Dinner Party have responded to claims that they are an ‘industry plant’ band.The much-hyped London group and NME 100 alumni – who are signed to Island Records – released their debut single ‘Nothing Matters’ last week to widespread acclaim.On Tuesday (April 25), the five-piece played a sold-out headline show at Camden Assembly in London, which followed support slots with The Rolling Stones and Nick Cave. The band will open for Florence + The Machine and First Aid Kit this summer, and are also due to embark on a UK and European tour.Off the back of their recent plaudits and achievements, some Twitter users have suggested that The Last Dinner Party could be an ‘industry plant’ act, ‘nepo babies’ or may have had prior connections in the music industry.Earlier today (April 27), the group responded to a tweet that claimed they were “nothing special” and had been “clearly made by a label”.They replied: “I know I shouldn’t engage but this is just a nasty lie.“We weren’t put together like a K-pop girl group, we’ve known each other since we were 18 as we met during freshers week, there are videos of us playing live as an unsigned band all last year and we got signed from those.”i know i shouldn’t engage but this is just a nasty lie.

Beach House have announced a full release of their Record Store Day exclusive EP ‘Become’.Initially released in a limited run as a Record Store Day exclusive on crystal clear vinyl on Saturday (April 22), the EP will now see a wider release on black vinyl, CD and CS platforms on May 19 via Sub Pop/Bella Union.The dream-pop duo, consisting of Alex Scally and Victoria Legrand, self-produced all tracks on the EP. The mixing was done by Alan Moulder, Trevor Spencer, and Caesar Edmunds with mastering done by Greg Calbi and Steve Fallone at Sterling Sound.“The ‘Become’ EP is a collection of 5 songs from the ‘Once Twice Melody’ sessions.

Rihanna will star as Smurfette in the Untitled “Smurfs” Animated Film, Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies announced at CinemaCon on Thursday.Appearing on stage, the singer and entrepreneur will also write and perform original music and serve as a producer for the film.“On behalf of our studio and our creative partners at LAFIG, we couldn’t be more excited to have found our Smurfette in one of the most beloved stars in the world,” Brian Robbins, President and CEO of Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon, and Ramsey Naito, President of Paramount Animation and Nickelodeon Animation said in a statement. “With Rihanna’s singular creative appeal and musical talents, there is an enormous opportunity to elevate the cultural touchstone of The Smurfs universe in a way that’s never been done before.”Based on the characters and works of Peyo, Untitled “Smurfs” Animated film is directed by Chris Miller, co-directed by Matt Landon, and produced by Rihanna, Jay Brown, Tyran “Ty-Ty” Smith, and Ryan Harris.Based on the popular animated TV series “The Smurfs,” Smurfette was created by the evil wizard Gargamel to spy on the Smurfs and sow jealousy among them.

The drama is back — and more heated than ever. Kourtney Kardashian and Kim Kardashian are at odds in the official season 3 trailer for The Kardashians.

Jessica Simpson is skipping Spring this year and going straight for Summer vibes. The Hollywood star has fans going crazy after sharing a photo wearing a two-piece bikini, from Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS collection.The 42-year-old actress took to Instagram to show off her incredible physique, posing in front of the mirror wearing a neon green bikini and pink Basima platforms from her brand.A post shared by Jessica Simpson (@jessicasimpson)“SKIMS Swim + Jessica Simpson Style Shoes = Neon Energy,” Jessica wrote on Instagram.

Rihanna is providing her iconic voice for an iconic role!

The trailer for season three of The Kardashians is finally here and a lot of drama is promised.

Dwyane Wade is opening up about his decision to flee Florida.

posted on Instagram after Black allegedly threw a drink over the celebrity, who also appeared on BBC gameshow “Unbreakable.”“I went out for a couple of quiet drinks with my friends last night, nothing crazy, and I bumped into Tom Daley and his husband in Soho, who… pretty much unprovoked he threw an entire drink over me in Freedom. I didn’t have a drink to throw back so I did choose violence, it wasn’t that violent, he got a little tap on the back of the head.”Black posted on social media the following month, writing of a concussion that caused him to pause creative activity in order to recover from the head injury.“A month ago I sustained a serious head injury that put me out of commission. Showing little improvement, my doctors ordered me to shut off my brain in hopes of it healing.

The recording label of country music sensation Morgan Wallen is dispelling rumors that led to the postponement of his Sunday night performance at Oxford, Mississippi’s Ole Miss stadium.

Summer is on the horizon and Scots will be planning to jet off to sunnier spots for some much needed relaxation.