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Maren Morris to leave country music over industry’s “homophobia and transphobia”
Maren Morris has revealed that she will be departing from country music due to the industry’s “homophobia and transphobia.” The Texan singer has been an outspoken advocate for LGBTQ+ rights within the country music scene since the start of her career. She appeared as a guest judge on RuPaul’s Drag Race and apologised for country music’s historically poor relationship with its queer fans. In an interview with Los Angeles Times, Morris discussed her attempts to “burn to the ground and start over” as a way to make the genre more progressive and inclusive. She reflected on how her...
Soft Play, Nova Twins and Lambrini Girls announce surprise, intimate London show for Fender
Soft Play, Nova Twins and Lambrini Girls have announced that they will be playing an intimate London show for Fender guitars. READ MORE: Nova Twins talk new music and supporting other rock acts at Mad Cool In honour of the launch of the Vintera II series, Fender will be reviving London’s iconic Marquee Club for one night only. Emerging in 1958, the Marquee Club became a prominent figure within London’s West End. The legendary venue hosted the likes of the Sex Pistols, The Damned, Genesis and Jethro Tull, and was home to The Rolling Stones‘ first live performance in 1962....
Tim Burton unhappy with Nicolas Cage Superman cameo in ‘The Flash’: “I’m in quiet revolt”
Director Tim Burton has shared his thoughts on Nicolas Cage‘s cameo as Superman in The Flash, released earlier in the year – see what he had to say below. In the 1990s, Burton – who had directed 1989’s Batman and 1992’s Batman Returns starring Michael Keaton – was tapped to direct a Superman film led by Nicolas Cage titled Superman Lives. However, that film was scrapped just three weeks before it began filming, with the only public memories of the film being footage of Cage testing out costumed for the titular role. However, Cage’s take on Superman received a...
SF9’s Youngbin says he’s “conflicted” over Rowoon’s departure from the group
South Korean singer Youngbin, the leader of K-pop boyband SF9, has opened up about the departure of member Rowoon. Yesterday (September 18), FNC Entertainment announced that SF9’s Rowoon would be stepping back from the boyband. In its statement, the K-pop agency said the singer would “remain as the ninth member of SF9”, although South Korean news outlets such as The Korea Herald and Korea JoongAng Daily reported that Rowoon had left the group. SF9’s leader Youngbin has since addressed the news, in a letter posted on the boyband’s official fancafe website, as seen by The Qoo. There, the singer...
TWICE’s Jihyo says it’s “very funny” fans refer to her as “mother”
South Korean singer Jihyo, of K-pop girl group TWICE, has opened up about being called “mother” by her fans. According to The New York Times, “mother” is a term that stems from the “Black and Latino LGBTQ ballroom scene”, with its current use bring used as “a term of endearment for famous women with avid devotees”. In a new interview with Teen Vogue, Jihyo is informed by the publication that she’s often referred to as “mother” by fans and casual K-pop listeners alike. “I honestly didn’t know that,” she said. “I’m only finding out the meaning of it now.” Advertisement After...
(G)I-DLE work with Meghan Trainor, Ryan Tedder for English EP ‘HEAT’
K-pop girl group (G)I-DLE have worked with Meghan Trainor, Ryan Tedder and more for their upcoming English EP, ‘HEAT’. Today (September 19), (G)I-DLE released the tracklist for their first English-language EP, ‘HEAT’. The project will be led by the title track ‘I Want That’, alongside the previously released ‘I Do’ and three other songs. Notably, ‘I Want That’ is co-written by OneRepublic frontman Ryan Tedder. He is joined by Madison Love (Ava Max‘s ‘Kings & Queens’), as well as frequent TWICE songwriters Melanie Fontana and Michel “Lindgren” Schulz. Advertisement Tedder is also credited as a co-writer on ‘Eyes Roll’,...
The Last Dinner Party announces first-ever North American tour
The Last Dinner Party have announced their first-ever North American tour. Kicking off on October 31, the five-piece will make their way to the East Coast for their first show at The Atlantis in Washington D.C.. From there, they will make stops in New York City and Philadelphia before heading over to the West Coast to play a show at the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Their final show of the tour will take place on November 9 at the Bottom Lounge in Chicago. Fans can register for pre-sale access by signing up for the band’s official...
Hearing begins to determine the future of The Leadmill, as huge rally of support gathers in Sheffield
A hearing to determine the future of The Leadmill took place today (September 18) as protesters gathered outside Sheffield’s Town Hall in support of saving the venue. READ MORE: If Sheffield’s Leadmill – the venue that helped break Arctic Monkeys – goes, we all lose something Last March, the iconic Sheffield venue announced that it was facing threat of closure due to its landlord issuing a notice of eviction. It subsequently sparked outcry across the music industry and from gig-goers. The building’s owners, Electric Group, who bought the site’s freehold in 2017, previously told music fans that they had no...
‘The Young And The Restless’ actor Billy Miller dies aged 43
Billy Miller, known for roles in US soaps The Young And The Restless and General Hospital, has died at the age of 43. The actor’s death was confirmed by his manager on Sunday (September 17), on what would’ve been his 44th birthday. Miller died on Friday (September 15) in Austin, Texas. A statement confirming his death (via Variety) read: “The actor was struggling with manic depression when he died.” A specific cause of death has not been released. Advertisement Miller had his breakthrough role on soap All My Children in 2007, where he played Richie Novak. In 2008, he...Recent Posts
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