Grammy Categories Added for Country Albums & Cover Art

Bob Clearmountain 67th Annual Grammy Awards, Premiere Ceremony, Los Angeles, USA - 02 Feb 2025

The Grammy Awards are introducing several notable changes for the 2026 ceremony, especially with a focus on x. One of the most prominent adjustments announced by the Recording Academy is the addition of the Best Traditional Country Album category. This new category aims to distinguish traditional country music from its contemporary counterpart, the latter of…

Read More

Nominations Revealed for 2025 Americana Awards

Billy Strings 2025 MusiCares Persons of the Year Gala honoring the Grateful Dead, Los Angeles, California, USA - 31 Jan 2025

The Americana Honors & Awards continue to celebrate the rich tapestry of roots music with their 2025 nominations, which have been announced amidst great anticipation. This yearly event, organized by the Americana Music Association, recognizes outstanding albums, songs, and artists in the Americana genre. The awards ceremony will take place at the iconic Ryman Auditorium…

Read More

Kendrick Lamar Wins Album of The Year at 2025 BET Awards

Kendrick Lamar - Album of the Year - GNX 2025 BET Awards, Show, Los Angeles, California, USA - 09 Jun 2025

Kendrick Lamar’s triumphant return to the BET Awards stage was marked by taking home one of the ceremony’s most coveted honors—Album of the Year for GNX. This achievement further cements Lamar’s status as not just an artist, but a cultural force who continues to redefine the boundaries of hip hop. The 2025 BET Awards illuminated…

Read More

Ghost’s Tobias Forge Sings ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’

Ghost live on stage at Saab Arena in Linköping, Sweden, May 22, 2025. Ghost, Linköping, Sweden - 22 May 2025

The recent Polar Music Prize ceremony held in Stockholm became a memorable event, in part, thanks to a remarkable performance by Tobias Forge, the frontman of the Swedish band Ghost, and Fredrik Åkesson, guitarist of the band Opeth. Together with the Eric Ericson Chamber Choir, they delivered a compelling rendition of Queen’s iconic song “Bohemian…

Read More

Lainey Wilson Debuts New Song at 2025 AMAs

Lainey Wilson 2025 American Music Awards, Show, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA - 26 May 2025

In an electrifying and heartfelt performance, Lainey Wilson delivered her new song, “Somewhere Over Laredo,” at the 2025 American Music Awards held in Las Vegas. Dressed in an elegant all-white ensemble complete with her signature flares and a flowing cape, Wilson captivated the audience with a soulful rendition that pays tribute to Judy Garland’s classic…

Read More

2025 AMA Performers and Presenters Announced

Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton onstage at the Warner Music Nashville luncheon during CRS 2024 CRS 2024, Day 2, Nashville, Tennessee, USA - 28 Feb 2024

The 2025 American Music Awards (AMAs) promise to be a spectacular event held on Memorial Day, marking the first time the show will be broadcast from Las Vegas, specifically at the newly-opened Fontainebleau Las Vegas. The anticipation surrounding the AMAs is palpable, thanks in large part to the impressive lineup of performers and presenters. Hosted…

Read More

Lady Gaga, One Award Away From EGOT Status

Lady Gaga performs during a rehearsal before her concert in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 02 May 2025. Gaga will perform at a free concert at the popular Rio de Janeiro beach on 03 May 2025. Lady Gaga performs during a rehearsal, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil - 02 May 2025

Lady Gaga has recently achieved a significant milestone in her career by winning a Sports Emmy, positioning her just one award away from the elite EGOT status. Achieving EGOT status means winning an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony award, a feat accomplished by fewer than thirty artists. Gaga’s Emmy win came as a surprise to…

Read More

Steve Miller To Be Honored With ‘Les Paul Spirit Award’ in June

ms at The Pompano Beach Amphitheater, Pompano Beach, Florida, USA - 26 Mar 2023 The Steve Miller Band in concert at The Pompano Beach Amphitheater, Pompano Beach, Florida, USA - 26 Mar 2023

Legendary musician Steve Miller is set to receive the prestigious Les Paul Spirit Award on June 9, 2025, during an exclusive event at the Gibson Garage Nashville. This significant date marks what would have been Les Paul’s 110th birthday, adding an extra layer of sentiment to the occasion. The event also celebrates the fourth anniversary…

Read More

J. Lo Gets Stitches on Nose After AMA Rehearsals

Jennifer Lopez 15th Annual Governors Awards, Los Angeles, California, USA - 17 Nov 2024

Jennifer Lopez, a global superstar, recently suffered a notable facial injury while rehearsing for the highly anticipated 2025 American Music Awards. This setback arrived unexpectedly, as Lopez is preparing to take on dual roles as both a host and a performer at the event. The 55-year-old entertainer began garnering attention when she shared photos on…

Read More

Janet Jackson to Perform at The 2025 AMA’s & Receive ICON Award

Singer Janet Jackson.

Music legend Janet Jackson is set to be honored with the prestigious ICON Award at the 2025 American Music Awards (AMAs), marking a momentous occasion in her illustrious career. Her recognition comes as the AMAs prepare to celebrate an evening that highlights significant contributions to the music industry. Hosted by Jennifer Lopez, this esteemed event…

Read More

2025 ACM Award Winners Announced

Lainey Wilson 60th Academy of Country Music Awards, Press Room, Frisco, Texas, USA - 08 May 2025

The 60th Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards came alive with spectacular wins and performances, solidifying its reputation as a significant event in the country music calendar. Lainey Wilson captured the spotlight, taking home the prestigious ACM Entertainer of the Year award for the second consecutive year and also winning Album of the Year for…

Read More

Keith Urban To Be Awarded The Triple Crown At The 2025 60th ACM Awards

KEITH URBAN performs at Jack Daniel's New Year's Eve Live Nashville Big Bash held at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in Nashville. Nashville Big Bash 2025 New Year's Eve Live, Tennessee, USA - 31 Dec 2024

Keith Urban is set to receive the coveted ACM Triple Crown Award at the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards, a recognition that marks a milestone in his illustrious career. This achievement cements Urban’s status in the country music pantheon, joining the ranks of artists like Miranda Lambert, Dolly Parton, and George Strait. The Triple…

Read More