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The good news is that “Golden,” the KPop Demon Hunters smash nominated for the best original song Oscar, will be performed at the Academy Awards telecast in March. The bad news is that it’s one of only two nominated songs that will be performed — and at least one of the nominees is not happy about it.

Deadline has printed a letter that the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences sent to nominees on Thursday, informing them that only “Golden” and “I Lied to You,” from Sinners, would be performed on the telecast due to “limited time,” the addition of a new category, and a “desire to create a fast-paced, entertaining and cohesive show.” 

That means the other three nominated songs — “Dear Me,” “Train Dreams” and “Sweet Dreams of Joy” — won’t be performed on the show.

Hit songwriter Diane Warren, who received her 17th Oscar nomination for “Dear Me,” isn’t happy about the decision.

“It is unfair to me and my fellow nominees,” she told Deadline. “Here is how I look at it. Put all the songs on. It is all of us or none of us, and that is what it should be.”

Calling it a “diss,” Warren added that because the announcement went out while voting is going on, “It is sending the message that these songs don’t matter, including mine.”

Warren hopes the producers will change their minds, as they did in 2019 when they tried to do the exact same thing. That year, Warren and Lady Gaga refused to perform unless all of the nominated songs were featured; in the end, the producers caved.

“That is honestly what should happen with the other performers [this year],” she told Deadline.

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The Grand Ole Opry is offering Tennessee residents $10 tickets for Friday and Saturday night’s shows as Nashville continues to deal with winter weather. 

You can check out the title track of Ella Langley‘s Dandelion album now, ahead of its release April 10, in addition to the track’s visualizer, which she co-directed.

Frankie Ballard‘s new song, “Money Runs Out,” has arrived, along with its accompanying music video. It’s the follow-up to 2025’s The Messenger album. 

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Cardi B announced she’s headed to the Super Bowl after boyfriend Stefon Diggs and the New England Patriots secured a spot in the big game against the Seattle Seahawks on Feb. 8. But before the showdown, according to Billboard, she’ll take the stage at Michael Rubin’s Fanatics Super Bowl Party in San Francisco Feb. 7.

Cardi played the Fanatics Super Bowl Party in Atlanta in 2019, when the Patriots beat the Los Angeles Rams.

Past Fanatics Super Bowl Party performers include Travis Scott, Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat and Meek Mill.

Cardi is also set to appear as the musical guest on the upcoming episode of Saturday Night Live. She is nominated for best rap performance for “Outside” at Sunday’s Grammy Awards and will kick off her Little Miss Drama tour, her first headlining trek, on Feb. 11 at the Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, California.

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After being nominated for best new artist and songwriter of the year in 2025, RAYE will compete for the best music film trophy at Sunday night’s Grammy Awards. She received the nod for Live at the Royal Albert Hall, which documented a show she did with a full orchestra and gospel choir at the iconic London venue in 2023. RAYE told ABC Audio that the Grammy nod was a validation of her vision.

“It’s funny, everyone in my environment back home told me how stupid we all was [sic] to put on a show like this, and then to spend what we did filming it,” the “Where Is My Husband!” singer said.

“We put so much effort and heart into that for one night, you know. And I just think to get the highest level of recognition from the Grammys is just a joke, really,” she laughed. “So, ‘OK. You’re all wrong!'”

RAYE also feels her performance at last year’s Grammy Awards was the ultimate sign she’d made it.

“It was just thrilling. And I was with my band, my guys who I’ve been with since I was a little girl, do you know what I mean? And we were just taking in that moment together,” she recalled.

“I can’t explain the adrenaline,” she said, comparing it to “the most amazing roller coaster.”

“Two minutes, 35 seconds long, or however long our slot was, and then the screen goes down and then you get off the ride and you’re like, ‘Ahhhhh!'” 

Even if she loses in the best music film category, RAYE is still going home with an award. On Saturday she’ll receive the Harry Belafonte Award for best song for social change for “Ice Cream Man.,” from her debut album, My 21st Century Blues. 

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After being nominated for best new artist and songwriter of the year in 2025, RAYE will compete for the best music film trophy at Sunday night’s Grammy Awards. She received the nod for Live at the Royal Albert Hall, which documented a show she did with a full orchestra and gospel choir at the iconic London venue in 2023. RAYE told ABC Audio that the Grammy nod was a validation of her vision.

“It’s funny, everyone in my environment back home told me how stupid we all was [sic] to put on a show like this, and then to spend what we did filming it,” the “Where Is My Husband!” singer said.

“We put so much effort and heart into that for one night, you know. And I just think to get the highest level of recognition from the Grammys is just a joke, really,” she laughed. “So, ‘OK. You’re all wrong!'”

RAYE also feels her performance at last year’s Grammy Awards was the ultimate sign she’d made it.

“It was just thrilling. And I was with my band, my guys who I’ve been with since I was a little girl, do you know what I mean? And we were just taking in that moment together,” she recalled.

“I can’t explain the adrenaline,” she said, comparing it to “the most amazing roller coaster.”

“Two minutes, 35 seconds long, or however long our slot was, and then the screen goes down and then you get off the ride and you’re like, ‘Ahhhhh!'” 

Even if she loses in the best music film category, RAYE is still going home with an award. On Saturday she’ll receive the Harry Belafonte Award for best song for social change for “Ice Cream Man.,” from her debut album, My 21st Century Blues. 

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After being nominated for best new artist and songwriter of the year in 2025, RAYE will compete for the best music film trophy at Sunday night’s Grammy Awards. She received the nod for Live at the Royal Albert Hall, which documented a show she did with a full orchestra and gospel choir at the iconic London venue in 2023. RAYE told ABC Audio that the Grammy nod was a validation of her vision.

“It’s funny, everyone in my environment back home told me how stupid we all was [sic] to put on a show like this, and then to spend what we did filming it,” the “Where Is My Husband!” singer said.

“We put so much effort and heart into that for one night, you know. And I just think to get the highest level of recognition from the Grammys is just a joke, really,” she laughed. “So, ‘OK. You’re all wrong!'”

RAYE also feels her performance at last year’s Grammy Awards was the ultimate sign she’d made it.

“It was just thrilling. And I was with my band, my guys who I’ve been with since I was a little girl, do you know what I mean? And we were just taking in that moment together,” she recalled.

“I can’t explain the adrenaline,” she said, comparing it to “the most amazing roller coaster.”

“Two minutes, 35 seconds long, or however long our slot was, and then the screen goes down and then you get off the ride and you’re like, ‘Ahhhhh!'” 

Even if she loses in the best music film category, RAYE is still going home with an award. On Saturday she’ll receive the Harry Belafonte Award for best song for social change for “Ice Cream Man.,” from her debut album, My 21st Century Blues. 

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DaBaby has released his fifth studio album, Be More Grateful. It features 23 tracks, as well as his daughter Twin, and guests Hunxho and Coi Leray. The album, according to a press release, “captures the many sides of the rapper’s current chapter, where he’s found the perfect balance of fast-paced, club-ready records with deeper reflections rooted in family, growth, and perspective.”

The soundtrack for the Omar Epps-starring film Moses the Black is out now. Executive produced by Wiz Khalifa and released in partnership with his Taylor Gang Ent. LLC, the album echoes the film’s themes of redemption, perseverance and second chances, according to a press release. The film is officially out in theaters nationwide.

Mýa talks about honest communication in her new song, “ASAP.” “This is for my core R&B fans who love feel good music, with meaningful lyrics that hit the soul,” she said in a statement. “‘ASAP’ highlights one reaching a crossroad and choosing clarity by being honest about your wants and needs in times of uncertainty, without fear or hesitation.”

The Game has followed up DJ Drama Gangsta Grillz: Every Movie Needs A Trailer with the release of its deluxe. DJ Drama Gangsta Grillz: Every Movie Needs A Trailer-The Credits features 12 new tracks, as well as guests Swizz Beatz, Conway the Machine, Benny the Butcher, 21 Savage, Ty Dolla $ign, Eric Bellinger, Dom Kennedy and Boosie Badazz. On the opening track, “Whatever,” Game mentions Kendrick Lamar, rapping, “If I ain’t the best rapper from Compton, it got to be Kendrick/ And if Kendrick the best rapper, tell him step up and end it.”

Other new releases:

Don Toliver, Octane

BNYX feat. Kid Cudi, “Everywhere I Go (Remind Me)“

The Alchemist and Budgie, The Good Book III

Tory Lanez, “S.L.I.D.E,” “Planet Bass/NBLYB“

Terrace Martin, Passion

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