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Ayra Starr has announced her sophomore album, ‘The Year I Turned 21’ – find out more below.Last night (May 1), Starr took to social media to announce the record, sharing its release date, cover art and tracklisting in the process. The album is due for release on May 31 via Mavin Records.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music The months-long standoff between Universal Music Group and TikTok over royalty payments and AI policies is finally over, at least for the time being, with the announcement that the two entities have struck a deal to bring the label’s music back on the platform. As part of the agreement, the companies stated that they will “deliver improved remuneration for UMG’s songwriters and artists, new promotional and engagement opportunities for their recordings and songs and industry-leading protections with respect to generative AI.” UMG’s music will return to the platform imminently, and the companies will collaborate on realizing “new monetization opportunities utilizing TikTok’s growing e-commerce capabilities and will work together on campaigns supporting UMG’s artists across genres and territories globally.” “This new chapter in our relationship with TikTok focuses on the value of music, the primacy of human artistry and the welfare of the creative community,” said Lucian Grainge, chairman and CEO of UMG.

Selena Gomez celebrated her boyfriend’s book release in such a naughty way! Ha!

Randy Travis is gearing up to release Where That Came From, his first newly-recorded song since before his 2013 stroke.

Alex Hall is slamming affair allegations days before the return of her Netflix show.

Former Deputy First Minister John Swinney will launch his leadership bid for the SNP in Edinburgh today.

Benny Blanco is sharing about his romance with Selena Gomez.

Justin Timberlake knows his legacy. Despite all the records and the success, there’s one thing he achieved that he never sought out: a meme that has lasted years. As we enter the month of May, Timberlake shared a video making fun of the now iconic meme and the mispronunciation that started it all.

Queen of Tears is making history!

chose a sculptural, asymmetrical dress from Australian designer Tony Maticevski. The Amber cocktail dress (in an off-white shade called Pearl Crush) is a mix of cotton and polyester, and , if you need it for a summer gathering.The Only Murders in the Building star accessorized with gold jewelry, a slicked-back ponytail and a white handbag. And before you make a comment about the crinkly texture of the dress, know that it is intentional.

Normani is looking back on her time in a girl group.

Chris Morris Music Reporter Duane Eddy, who became the first stand-alone rock ‘n’ roll guitar star with a string of instrumental hits in the late ‘50s and early ‘60s including the theme to TV series “Peter Gunn” and “Rebel Rouser,” died April 30 in Franklin, Tenn., He was 86. A rep for the guitarist said he was surrounded by his devoted wife Deed and his family. “Duane inspired a generation of guitarists the world over with his unmistakeable signature ‘Twang’ sound.

BBC Radio Humberside newsreader Peter Levy warned listeners to be careful after revealing he had been scammed out of half his life savings.

Joe Leydon Film Critic The thin line between cheating death and chasing it appears to have been smudged, repeatedly, by maverick video journalist Margaret Moth, the subject of first-time filmmaker Lucy Lawless’ fascinating documentary “Never Look Away.” At least, that’s the impression we’re left with at the end of this compact yet complex portrait of a singularly and aggressively unconventional war correspondent who inspired equal measures of admiration and anxiety among her friends, colleagues and lovers throughout her 20 years of assignments in the world’s trouble spots — Baghdad, Sarajevo, Afghanistan, Lebanon, Zaire, you name it, she was there — for CNN. Something of an enigma even to those closest to her — “I never fully understood what was ticking inside of her” is a comment typical of responses by interviewees questioned by an off-camera Lawless — Moth was fond of proudly proclaiming, “I live life to the fullest.” But it was a life she repeatedly risked by going places, doing things and recording wartime horrors with such little regard for her own safety that a CNN teammate warned her: “There’s only so much Russian Roulette you can play.” It was also a life that she more or less reinvented herself to portray.

Way back in 2021, an account with the handle carl92 posted a brief snippet on Whatzatsong, a website that lets its users collaborate to track down obscure tunes. carl92’s snippet was a lo-fi rip of an energetic ‘80s pop tune.

Dua Lipa is talking Radical Optimism.

SAG-AFTRA members have nearly unanimously approved the union’s new Sound Recordings Code.

Former Coronation Street star Stephanie Davis has been compared to a late British icon as she shared an update on her career since leaving the cobbles The actress recently played Courtney Vance in the ITV soap.

Gold House kicks off Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM) with the reveal of its annual A100 List — which recognizes the 100 Asian Pacific leaders who have impacted American culture and society in the last year — as well as several special honors for transformative impact and a brand new category, New Gold to honor 10 leaders on the rise across various industries.

The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show there are now 3.5 million people across Great Britain claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP), including nearly 219,000 living in Scotland. The number of people receiving the disability benefit is at an all-time high, even though the overall total does not take into account some 109,385 Scots who have transferred from PIP to Adult Disability Payment (ADP).

Meghan Markle has been criticised for her decision not to accompany Prince Harry during his upcoming UK visit for a poignant event, with one royal expert branding the move "sad".

Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa has said the plot of the first episode in the new series “seemed mad” to him.

King Charles has expressed a heartfelt aspiration for Princess Charlotte's future, hinting at the title she might one day hold. In addition to his royal duties as King, Charles is also a devoted grandfather.

A travel blogger has shared an amazing video of an 'Amethyst Cave' in Scotland, and has urged other Scots to "see it for themselves".

Prince Harry has been urged to 'step down' from the Invictus Games by veterans who feel it has 'lost meaning', with critics saying that his and Meghan Markle's recent involvement in the event is "too royal".The 39 year old Duke of Sussex, who co-founded the Invictus Games in 2014 and was initially lauded for his efforts, is now facing calls to resign as some veterans believe the games have strayed from their original purpose. According to the Express, a royal commentator has noted that what used to be one of Harry's "great achievements" is now "imperilled".

A pregnant mum who died from a catastrophic blood clot after a series of tests was 'let down', an inquest has heard. A doctor admitted there were 'significant failings' in the care of Laura Barnes., who collapsed and died in May 2022.

Furious activists are set to lodge a formal complaint against councillors who failed to oppose Flamingo Land’s controversial Loch Lomond mega resort.

SAG-AFTRA‘s Duncan Crabtree-Ireland urged lawmakers to move forward with an AI bill which seeks to provide historic protection against generative artificial intelligence.

Taylor Swift made history on the Billboard charts this week and she’s the first person to occupy the top 14 slots of the Hot 100 singles chart.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Amazon raked in $11.82 billion in ad revenue for the first quarter of 2024, topping analyst expectations, fueled by the ecommerce giant’s move to serve advertising by default in Prime Video in multiple markets. Advertising sales for the quarter were up 24% year over year and marked a new Q1 record. The revenue beat Wall Street expectations for the quarter of $11.7 billion, according to StreetAccount.

Brian Steinberg Senior TV Editor These days, it’s never too early to start talking about the Super Bowl. Fox Corp’s 2025 broadcast of Super Bowl LIX is nearly a year away, slated to air Feb. 9 from New Orleans.

pic.twitter.com/mspRqD8GCG— Hospital Records (@HospitalRecords) April 30, 2024He then began touring internationally and also turned to producing under the name Con+Natural., later founding the label Resonance. He championed digital distribution and became an early advocate of DJ podcasting in 2013, later making hits in the drum’n’bass scene with producers such as Makoto and Total Science.The drum’n’bass scene has paid tribute.

A Scottish woman accused of being the real-life stalker Martha in Richard Gadd's hit Baby Reindeer series says she plans to sue Netflix over the show.

A number of former players and pundits have backed Manchester City to win all four of their remaining Premier League matches, which would see them lift the title.

A health warning has been issued by police after thieves stole boxes of Botox and a potentially dangerous weight loss drug from a Scots business.

Taylor Swift fans to get “up to speed” on their knowledge of the artist before she comes to the UK in June.Altogether, 219,000 fans will descend on Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh to across three nights to see the ‘Eras’ tour. The crowd numbers are expected to beat Harry Styles’ record in 2023 for the biggest show in Scotland.The one-off 90-minute course, which will be delivered by Glasgow Clyde College (GCC), teaches parents and plus ones about Swift’s back catalogue, the setlist, her wardrobe and hairstyles and even the crowd chants.“Taylor mania doesn’t seem to be slowing any time soon, and we expect it’ll reach its peak here in Scotland in June,” said Robert Anderson, curriculum assistant principal at GCC [via The Independent].“We understand that not everyone will be up to speed on all things Taylor and might not get the full Eras experience.“That’s why we created this masterclass – to prepare those who’ll be heading along to the gig with their superfan kids, friends or partners to ensure they have just as memorable a time.“Taylor’s gigs are known for being so well crafted, and unless you’re a fan yourself, you might miss some of the iconic moments.“Our expert will take you through everything you need to know – leaving you a Swiftie in no time.”The course will take place on May 7 from 6 till 7:30pm – you can get hold of a free ticket here.Meanwhile, Swift has shared a video from rehearsals for the ‘Eras Tour’ – fuelling speculation that her new album could be added to the setlist.