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Randy Travis drops the track ‘Horses In Heaven’

Randy Travis released his second new single in less than a year, “Horses in Heaven.”  Much like his single “Where That Came From” of last year, it will feature an AI-generated reproduction of Travis’s legendary voice, allowing fans to hear him sing once again despite the stroke that took his ability to perform over a decade ago.

The country legend shared via social media: “When I began my recovery almost 12 years ago many things changed, but one thing stayed the same – my desire to share new music and create new memories. I’m grateful to have the opportunity to continue doing that thanks to family, friends, fans, and God’s grace. After my last release I told you there would be more where that came from, and I’m excited to jump back in the saddle and release a brand-new recording, ‘Horses In Heaven.’ I still remember the first time I stepped into those stirrups as a little boy, and my horses have been family to me ever since.  This song is a special one, and I can’t wait for all of you to hear it. ”

Fans can catch Travis on the road alongside guest vocalist James Dupre – who performs his songs by his side – on the More Life Tour, a musical celebration of Travis with his original band and all of the hits. For tickets, head to Randy’s website.

Stream Horses in HeavenHERE.

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Kip Moore shares video for ‘Around You’ ahead of upcoming album

Kip Moore has shared his new song “Around You,” the latest sneak-peek from his upcoming album, Solitary Tracks.  

Moore has also announced Canada dates for his Solitary Tracks World Tour, which will be followed by US tour dates this summer with Billy Currington. The run will kick off in June in Florida and take them through Los Angeles, San Diego, Virginia, Texas, North Carolina, and more. Moore will take his Solitary Tracks World Tour across Europe and the UK this spring as well.

Check out the video for ‘Around You’ – HERE.
Pre-order the album Solitary TracksHERE.

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Jack Black and Paul Rudd announce cast of ‘Anaconda’ reboot

Sony Pictures announced the cast of the upcoming Anaconda reboot in a YouTube clip, which saw film stars Paul Rudd and Jack Black singing the names of the actors appearing in the film.

Black sings: “We gotta kill that snake, and the snake inside. Gotta kill it. We’re gonna break its neck and cook it a the stove. And when we bring that snake back home, we’re gonna have ourselves a movie.”

Thandiwe Newton, Steve Zahn, Selton Mello and Daniela Melchior will join Black and Rudd in the new movie (the original 1997 film featured Jennifer Lopez, Ice Cube, Eric Stoltz and Jon Voight.)

Per Variety, the new Anaconda follows the mishaps a friend group encounters in the jungle as they seek to film a new version of movie they enjoyed when they were younger.

Anaconda opens in theaters Christmas Day; see the video clip: HERE.

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Legendary R&B vocalist Roberta Flack dies at age 88

Legendary R&B vocalist Roberta Flack has died at the age of 88.

According to a statement from her rep: “We are heartbroken that the glorious Roberta Flack passed away this morning, February 24, 2025. She died peacefully surrounded by her family. Roberta broke boundaries and records. She was also a proud educator.”  A formal cause of death was not shared, but the music artist had been navigating ALS since 2022, causing her to lose her ability to sing (per NBC News.)

The Grammy-winning artist, who rose to stardom in the early ’70s with the iconic hit songs “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” and “Killing Me Softly With His Song,” started playing piano as a girl and earned herself a Howard University scholarship at just 15 years old. Eventually, she became a teacher, and sang in Washington D.C. clubs before releasing her first album, First Take, in 1969. It included the song “The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face,” which became popular after it appeared in Clint Eastwood’s Play Misty for Me, and earned the singer two Grammy awards.

Flack was honored with a Hollywood Walk of Fame star in 1999, and she later developed the Roberta Flack School of Music for the Bronx’s Hyde Leadership Charter School. Flack was married to jazz musician Steve Novosel from 1966 to 1972, and was the godmother of musician Bernard Wright, who died in May 2022.

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Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms announce 2025 co-headlining summer tour

Rock legends Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms have announced their co-headlining summer tour.

The 30 date tour, which also features Spin Doctors, will travel across the country after kicking off July 4 at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado, before wrapping-up Sunday, Sept. 14 at the Bourbon & Beyond Festival.

Jesse Valenzuela of Gin Blossoms said in a news release: “Hitting the road with our friends Blues Traveler is going to be an absolute blast. These shows will be packed with great songs, good vibes, and the kind of summer nights you never forget.”

John Popper of Blues Traveler shares: “Getting to play with dear old friends like Gin Blossoms and the Spin Doctors is one of the great benefits of a touring career that spans almost four decades now. These are exceptional players and performers, and they push us to play even harder. Everybody digs in and makes each other better. We are looking forward to a great year of music.”

Eric Schenkman, guitarist for Spin Doctors, added: “We are absolutely stoked to hit the road this summer with our old pals and 90s cohorts Gin Blossoms and Blues Traveler. It’s gonna be epic.”

For tickets, head to Ticketmaster.com.   Visit the Blues Traveler website or the Gin Blossoms website for more information.

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BottleRock Napa 2025 lineup includes Green Day, Justin Timberlake & Noah Kahan

BottleRock Napa Valley has revealed has revealed its 2025 lineup, headlined by Green Day,Justin Timberlake and  Noah Kahan.

The annual three-day festival, taking place in the heart of California’s Wine Country, is scheduled to return to the Napa Valley Expo on Memorial Day weekend – May 23-25.

Other artists on the lineup include: Benson Boone, Khruangbin, Cage the Elephant, Ice Cube, Sublime, Kaskade, Goose, Public Enemy, 4 Non Blondes, Remi Wolf, E-40, Flo Rida, Lauren Mayberry, Robby Krieger of The Doors, Kate Hudson, and more.

Visit the official BottleRock website for ticket and other details.

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BottleRock Napa 2025 lineup includes Green Day, Justin Timberlake & Noah Kahan

BottleRock Napa Valley has revealed has revealed its 2025 lineup, headlined by Green Day,Justin Timberlake and  Noah Kahan.

The annual three-day festival, taking place in the heart of California’s Wine Country, is scheduled to return to the Napa Valley Expo on Memorial Day weekend – May 23-25.

Other artists on the lineup include: Benson Boone, Khruangbin, Cage the Elephant, Ice Cube, Sublime, Kaskade, Goose, Public Enemy, 4 Non Blondes, Remi Wolf, E-40, Flo Rida, Lauren Mayberry, Robby Krieger of The Doors, Kate Hudson, and more.

Visit the official BottleRock website for ticket and other details.

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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo shares video for ‘Earthquake’ off solo mini-album ‘Amortage’

BLACKPINK’s Jisoo has dropped her debut solo mini-album, titled ‘Amortage,’ along with the music video for her song “Earthquake.”

Jisoo and her label Blissoo announced the K-pop star’s project would drop on Valentin’s Day, and included on the four-song mini-album are the tracks “Earthquake,” “Your Love,” “Tears” and “Hugs & Kisses.” Blissoo and The Wavys produced all the songs, while JISOO co-wrote all four tracks alonside Jordan Roman and a series of collaborators.

Amortage is Jisoo’s first solo material since she dropper her single album ‘Me’ in March 2023, which included the title track ‘Flower’ and one B-side, ‘All Eyes On Me’.  She will also star in Coupang Play and Prime Video’s original K-drama Newtopia, which will also feature ‘The 8 Show’ actor Park Jeong-min. The apocalyptic romantic-comedy series marks the singer-actress’ second leading role, following 2021’s Snowdrop.

Stream Amortage – HERE.

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SAG Awards 2025: See the full list of winners

The 31st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards (SAGs’) were streamed live on Netflix Sunday, Feb. 23, hosted by Kristen Bell from the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles.

The top prizes of the night went to the casts of Shōgun, Only Murders in the Building and Conclave. Timothée Chalamet picked up the Best Actor in a Film trophy for A Complete Unknown, and Demi Moore won the Best Actress in a film award for The Substance. Kieran Culkin was named Best Supporting Actor in a Film for A Real Pain, and Zoe Saldana earned the SAG award for Best Supporting Actress in a Film for Emilia Pérez.

Shōgun stars Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai were also honored individually, winning the Best Actor and Actress in a Drama Series. Jean Smart earned the SAG Award for Best Actress in a Comedy Series for Hacks, and Martin Short was named Best Actor in a Comedy Series for Only Murders in the Building — which also earned the award for Best Ensemble in a Comedy Series.

For the full list of 2025 SAG Award winners, head HERE.

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Vatican says Pope Francis remains in ‘critical’ condition with early kidney failure

The press office for the Vatican said Sunday that Pope Francis, 88, has suffered from some kidney failure as he recovers from double pneumonia.  The Pope’s condition remained “critical” on Sunday, but according to the Vatican the pontiff hasn’t experienced any more “respiratory crises” since Saturday evening.

In its latest update on Sunday afternoon, the Vatican said the pope was given two units of concentrated red blood cells “with benefit and an increase in hemoglobin level. Thrombocytopenia has remained stable; however, some blood tests show an initial, slight, renal insufficiency, which is under control. High-flow oxygen therapy through the nasal cannula is continuing. The Holy Father continues to be vigilant and well oriented. The complexity of the clinical picture, and the time needed for the pharmacological therapies to produce results, mean that the prognosis remains uncertain.”

On the Pope’s official account on X, he shared on Sunday: “I have been particularly struck by the letters and drawings from children. Thank you for your closeness, and for the consoling prayers I have received from all over the world!”

Pope Francis has reportedly remained in good spirits and is not on any life support machines apart from oxygen during asthmatic episodes. He has now been hospitalized for over a week, with doctors telling reporters that their biggest concern is that the bacteria from his lung infections could enter his bloodstream and cause sepsis. Gemelli Hospital doctors have stated that his illness is not life-threatening, with Dr. Sergio Alfieri sharing: “Is he out of danger? No. But if the question is ‘is he in danger of death’, the answer is ‘no’.”

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