Darius Rucker (Scott Dudelson/Getty Images for Stagecoach)
It’s sure to be a celebration that’s even bigger than “Bottle Rockets” with Scotty McCreery and Hootie & the Blowfish: Darius Rucker’s booked to play Fireworks on the Fairway at Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa this Fourth of July.
Given Darius’ fondness for golf, chances are also pretty good you might see him on the course.
The Dallas-area celebration kicks off at 6 p.m. CT that Saturday and goes until 10 p.m. CT, and will include a drone and fireworks show, carnival games, face painters, food and beverages, in addition to the concert by Darius.
Miley Cyrus performs on the ‘Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special’ (Disney/Ser Baffo)
Now that Miley Cyrus has pulled off her Hannah Montana 20th anniversary special, could a reboot be far behind?
When Variety’s Mark Malkin asked Miley that question Wednesday night, she smiled and said, “I don’t know about all that.” She added, “You always get me in trouble.”
Her comment refers to the fact that she’s credited Malkin with inspiring her to begin promoting a Hannah 20th anniversary celebration, even though she didn’t actually have any concrete plan for one. When the special did materialize earlier this year, it produced the single “Younger You” and boosted streaming numbers for Miley’s entire Hannah Montana catalog.
In December, prior to the announcement of the anniversary special, Miley was asked by Billboard about a reboot and if she’d like to see a new actress cast as Hannah.
“I don’t know if there is a new Hannah. This is the only Hannah,” she stated.
Meanwhile, Miley has just been announced as the recipient of a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Chino Moreno of Deftones performs during the Festival Pa’l Norte 2026 at Parque Fundidora on March 27, 2026 in Monterrey NL, Mexico. (Medios y Media/Getty Images)
Deftones’ show in Auckland, New Zealand, on Wednesday included a scary moment when frontman Chino Moreno fell onstage.
Fan-shot footage of the gig shows Moreno tripping and hitting the deck during a performance of the song “Hole in the Earth.”
While it might’ve felt like he fell through a hole in the earth, Moreno quickly got back up, resumed singing and continued the show as normal.
You may recall Moreno broke his foot in 2017, resulting in the cancellation of a show.
So far, Deftones’ current live schedule is unaffected — the band is set to resume touring on May 18 in Japan. They’re supporting their latest album, 2025’s private music.
Cover art for Beyoncé’s ‘I Am… Sasha Fierce,’ home of ‘Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)’ (Sony)
Beyoncé now has a song in the Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry. Her 2008 hit “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)” has been added to the list based on its “cultural, historical or aesthetic importance in the nation’s recorded sound heritage.” It marks her first recording ever chosen for the registry.
She’s in company with Ray Charles’ “Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music” and Chaka Khan’s 1984 hit version of Prince’s “I Feel For You.”
Chaka commented on the honor in a statement, saying, “For the Library of Congress to say this recording belongs in the permanent collection of American sound heritage, that means it wasn’t just a hit, it was history. And I am so very grateful to have been part of it.”
The Library of Congress received over 3,000 nominations this year, some of which were nominated by the public; 25 were selected. The full list of recordings that have been added to the National Recording Registry can be found in the Library of Congress’ newsroom.
Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey in 2003, during MTV Bash in Hollywood, California. (Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)
Nick Lachey and Jessica Simpson, whose reality show Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica made them household names, got divorced in 2006 and, according to Nick, hadn’t seen each other since — until they ran into each other on a flight to Hawaii in April. But, maybe surprisingly, Nick said it wasn’t awkward.
“It was strangely OK,” Nick told Bravo’s Andy Cohen on Watch What Happens Live! “You know it’s been 20 years since — and so we haven’t seen each other in those 20 years and then spent 6 1/2 hours on a flight to Hawaii together.”
Nick then clarified that they were simply “in the same vicinity” on the flight, they weren’t sitting together.
“Everyone was very very cordial, very respectful,” Nick added, noting that he was with his wife, Vanessa Lachey, and their three kids. As for Jessica, she was sitting with her mom, Nick said.
Nick added that he believed that Jessica’s three kids and their father, Eric Johnson, were seated in another section of the plane, but noted that he was unsure of Jessica and Eric’s status; they’ve reportedly been separated since 2025.
Overall, Nick said, “It was honestly, it was fine.”
A source told People in April of the encounter, “They all had a nice conversation. Nick, Jessica and Vanessa. It was very amicable and cordial.”
Nick, a member of 98 Degrees, and Jessica, a solo pop star, tied the knot in 2002 and split after four years. Nick married Vanessa in 2011; Jessica wed Eric in 2014.
The Rolling Stones ‘In The Stars’ artwork (Capitol Records)
The Rolling Stones are embracing their younger selves in the video for their latest single, “In the Stars.”
The official music video, directed by Francois Rousselet, is out now, with the clip centered around the band performing the song surrounded by other musicians, singers, and dancers from different eras and all walks of life. It also features Marty Supreme actress Odessa A’zion.
But it’s not The Stones of today that we see performing in the clip. The director uses deepfake technology, created by Deep Voodoo, to make it look like we’re watching ’70s-era Stones performing the track.
“Are you kidding me? It’s my dream,” A’zion says of appearing in the video. “The first record that I ever got that I listened to from start to finish was Tattoo You. I’m obsessed with The Rolling Stones. This is in my bucket list for sure.”
“In the Stars” is the first single off The Stones’ upcoming album, Foreign Tongues, which will be released July 10. The album is available for preorder now.
Poster for Chance the Rapper’s The Coloring Book 10 Tour (Live Nation)
Chance the Rapper is celebrating the 10th anniversary of his Coloring Book mixtape on the road. He’s announced The Coloring Book 10 Tour, a North American run starting Aug. 8 in his hometown of Chicago and wrapping Oct. 11 in Philadelphia. He’s also set to perform in Toronto, New York, Atlanta, Houston and Dallas, among other cities.
Ticket sales begin with an artist presale on May 19 at 10 a.m. local time. Fans can access the presale by signing up before Sunday at 11:59 p.m. PT. Additional presales will follow before tickets go on sale to the public on May 21 at 10 a.m. local time via ChanceStuff.com.
Released in May 2016, Coloring Book fused gospel, hip-hop and soulful live instrumentation, with features from Kanye West, Kirk Franklin, Lil Wayne, 2 Chainz, T-Pain, Justin Bieber and Saba. The project won best rap album at the 2017 Grammys, becoming the first streaming-only release to earn the honor. It also made Chance the first independent artist to win the award, marking a major breakthrough moment for independent artists.
Billy Idol Lifetime Achievement Award AMA artwork (Courtesy of CBS/Dick Clark Productions)
It’s a nice day for another big Billy Idol honor.
First the rocker was chosen for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year, and now it’s been announced that he’ll be receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 52nd American Music Awards.
In addition to receiving the award, the “Rebel Yell” rocker is set to take the stage for his first-ever AMA performance.
“Billy Idol is a true rock legend whose influence has transcended generations and genres. From his groundbreaking music to his electrifying stage presence, Billy has left an indelible mark on popular culture and the music industry,” executive producers Barry Adelman and Alexi Mazareas aid in a statement. “We are thrilled to honor him with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 52nd American Music Awards and celebrate his legacy with what promises to be an unforgettable performance.”
Previous AMA Lifetime Achievement Award recipients include Diana Ross and Rod Stewart.
The 52nd American Music Awards, hosted by Queen Latifah, will be held May 25 in Las Vegas, and will air on CBS and Paramount+.
The Byrds’ “Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season)” (Sony Music)
Recordings by The Byrds, Weezer and The Go-Go’s have been chosen by the Library of Congress for preservation in the National Recording Registry.
In total 25 recordings have been chosen this year “based on their cultural, historical or aesthetic importance in the nation’s recorded sound heritage.”
This year’s picks include The Byrds’ classic 1965 track “Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season)”; Weezer’s self-titled 1994 album, also known as The Blue Album; The Go-Go’s 1981 hit Beauty and the Beat; and Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble’s 1983 album Texas Flood.
Also chosen were Paul Anka’s “Put Your Head on My Shoulder,” Chaka Khan’s “I Feel For You” and Gladys Knight and The Pips’ “Midnight Train to Georgia,” as well as Taylor Swift’s 1989 and Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It).”
There were also recordings by The Charlie Daniels Band, José Feliciano, Ray Charles, Reba McEntire, Rosanne Cash, Vince Gill and more.
“The sweep and diversity of the National Recording Registry class of 2026 beautifully captures the scope of the American experience as we celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary,” said Robbin Ahrold, chair of the National Recording Preservation Board, adding that this year’s picks are “a thrilling reflection of America at its best.”
The public can nominate recordings to be considered. This year, the Library of Congress received over 3,000 nominations, with Weezer among the top nominated selections. With the new additions, the National Recording Registry titles are now at 700, part of a recorded sound collection of close to 4 million items.
Weezer’s 1994 self-titled debut album, aka the Blue Album, has been inducted into the Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry.
The Blue Album is one of 25 recordings chosen to be added as “audio treasures worthy of preservation for all time based on their cultural, historical or aesthetic importance in the nation’s recorded sound heritage,” a Library of Congress press release reads.
“Music and recorded sound are essential, wonderful parts of our daily lives and our national heritage. The National Recording Registry works to preserve our national playlist for generations to come,” says acting Librarian of Congress Robert R. Newlen. “The Library of Congress is proud to select these audio treasures and will work to preserve them with our partners in the recording industry.”
In selecting the Blue Album, the Library of Congress calls it “an enduring, essential classic of the alternative rock age,” specifically naming its singles “Buddy Holly,” “Say It Ain’t So” and “Undone – The Sweater Song.”
The Blue Album has been certified five-times Platinum by the RIAA. Weezer celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2024 with a deluxe reissue and their Voyage to the Blue Planet tour.
