Andrew Barker
Andrew Barker is a veteran music and entertainment journalist who served as Music Editor and Senior Features Writer at Variety, as well as contributing to the DGA Quarterly, Sotheby's Magazine, Pasadena Magazine, and WWD. He is the author of the book Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde.
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Elton John Attains EGOT Status With Emmy Win
With a win for his 'Farewell From Dodger Stadium' special, the music legend has now won an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar and a Tony,First Grammy Performers Announced: Dua Lipa, Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish to Take the Stage
All three are recent Best New Artist winners, and all were recently shortlisted for the Best Original Song Oscar.David O. Russell to Direct Selena Gomez in Linda Ronstadt Biopic
Gomez's involvement in the yet-untitled film was announced last week.New Paisley Park Legal Drama: Filing Claims Two of Prince's Heirs Attempting to Usurp Control of His Estate
The managers of Prince Legacy, one of the two companies that control the singer's estate, allege that two of Prince's half-sisters have attempted to oust them.New Music Roundup: 21 Savage, Buffalo Tom and a Surprise D'Angelo Track Lead 2024's First Major Release Weekend
With the typical holiday doldrums in the rearview, this weekend offers a bounty of new music.The Black Crowes Release First New Music in 15 Years: Listen Here
'Wanting and Waiting' is the first single from the band's upcoming tenth album, 'Happiness Bastards.'Ariana Grande Releases Music Video Trailer, Appears to Confirm New Album Title
Intrepid fans appear to have guessed the album title, 'Eternal Sunshine,' based on geographic coordinates and Grande's previously avowed Jim Carrey fandom. As one does.The Killers, Ed Sheeran to Headline Boston Calling Festival
Also on tap for the New England fest: Megan Thee Stallion, Tyler Childers, Trey Anastasio.Kraftwerk Announce Nine-Day Residency at Los Angeles' Disney Hall
The group will celebrate the 50th anniversary of 'Autobahn' by performing the album in its entirety, as well as others.Alleged Tupac Killer Duane 'Keffe D' Davis Granted Bail
Davis will be confined to house arrest as he awaits trial for the 1996 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur.D'Angelo and Jay-Z to Release Nine-Minute Collaboration This Friday
The song, 'I Want You Forever,' appears on the soundtrack to the film 'The Book of Clarence.'Red Hot Chili Peppers, Post Malone, Fred Again to Headline 2024 Bonnaroo Music Festival
Red Hot Chili Peppers, Post Malone, Fred Again to Headline 2024 Bonnaroo Music FestivalPearl Jam, Ed Sheeran, Stevie Nicks, Maná Set for Napa Valley’s BottleRock Festival
The three-day festival will take place from May 24-26 in California wine country.Prince's 'Purple Rain' to Become a Broadway Musical
Featuring songs from the film, the musical is set to be written by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, with Lileana Blain-Cruz on tap to direct.Billie Eilish and Finneas Win Golden Globe for Best Original Song
'What Was I Made For?' beat out competition from Dua Lipa, Bruce Springsteen and Lenny Kravitz.Nigel Lythgoe Steps Down From 'So You Think You Can Dance' After Paula Abdul Assault Allegations
Abdul accused the producer/host of forcing himself on her on two occasions in a Dec. 29 lawsuit.N.W.A, Gladys Knight, Donna Summer to Receive Grammy Lifetime Achievement Awards
Late country legend Tammy Wynette and avant-garde darling Laurie Anderson are also among the honorees.Listen to Liam Gallagher and John Squire’s New Single, ‘Just Another Rainbow’
The first single from the Mancunian heavyweights has arrived.Sleater-Kinney Share Music Video for 'Untidy Creature'
The song is the third single from the band's upcoming eleventh album, 'Little Rope.'Mary Timony Debuts New Single and Music Video, 'The Guest'
The song is the second single from Timony's upcoming solo album, 'Untame the Tiger.'Britney Spears Squashes Rumors of an Upcoming Album
'I will never return to the music industry,' Spears said in an Instagram post, following reports that she was planning a comeback album.Rage Against the Machine to Cease Performing, Says Drummer Brad Wilk
'I want to let you know that RATM...will not be touring or playing live again,' the drummer posted on Instagram.Charli XCX, Julia Michaels Reportedly Writing Songs for Britney Spears' Comeback Album (Updated)
Reports claim the two are working on material for Spears' first album since 2016.Skepta Announces New Album, 'Knife and Fork'
The British rapper promised a first single, 'Gas Me Up (Diligent)," is due later this month.Nigel Lythgoe Denies Paula Abdul Assault Allegations in Statement
The 'American Idol' producer calls claims made in Dec. 29 lawsuit 'an appalling smear.'Bram Inscore, Songwriter and Producer for Troye Sivan and BTS, Dies at 41
The musician was behind hits like Sivan’s ‘Youth’ and BTS’ ‘Louder Than Bombs,' and also recorded with Beck.Barack Obama's Songs of 2023 List Includes Beyoncé, Mitski, Big Thief
The former president's year-end lists have become a reliable source of debate.Today in Blackpink News: Group Members Will Pursue Solo Activities Apart From YG Entertainment
The group re-signed with YG earlier this month, but will not renew individual contracts with the South Korean entertainment giant.Jermaine Jackson Accused of Sexual Assault in Lawsuit
A woman claims Jackson assaulted her in 1988, in a suit filed in Los Angeles on Dec. 27.Chaka Khan Pledges 'I Will Not Do Another Tour' in Interview
The recent Rock Hall inductee does not plan to retire from performing, however.Metallica Share Footage From Inaugural Saudi Arabia Performance
The metal veterans performed as part of Riyadh's Soundstorm Festival earlier this month.Vinyl Had Its Best Year Since 1990 in the UK
Lead by releases from Taylor Swift and Lana Del Rey, vinyl sales rose 11.7% in the UK over the past year.Apple Music Sets Electronic New Year’s Eve Programming With Kaytranada, Peggy Gou, Honey Dijon
Gou, whose hit '(It Goes Like) Nanana' went viral this summer, will close the stream.New York City Council Proposes 'Jay-Z Day' in the City
The resolution would dedicate Dec. 4 to the Brooklyn rapper.John Oates Speaks Out on Relationship with Daryl Hall Amid Legal Battle
'The Hall & Oates catalog of hits will always trump almost anything that Daryl does on his own or I do on my own,' Oates told podcaster David Yontef.Mariah Carey's 'All I Want for Christmas' Is No. 1...Again
The singer's seasonally inescapable 1994 song notched a 14th week atop the newly holiday-friendly U.S. singles chart.Today in Blackpink News: A Britney Spears Cover, a New Company, and a VR Experience
Blackpink member Lisa released a Christmas cover of Spears' 'My Only Wish,' while Jennie launched her own company.Laura Lynch, Founding Member of the Dixie Chicks, Dead at 65
The group, now called the Chicks, became international superstars several years after Lynch's departure.KISS Tease Debut of Avatar Show in 2027
The band debuted the new 'avatars' at the close of its final concert earlier this month.Sydney Sweeney Defends Her Damon Albarn-Critiqued Appearance in Rolling Stones Video
Albarn felt the video 'objectified' the 'Euphoria' star. She disagrees.Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign Delay Release of Album 'Vultures' to Jan. 12
The album was previously scheduled to drop on Dec. 31, after missing its initial release date of Dec. 15.Jack Antonoff Talks Long-Term Collaborations, Disapproving Guidance Counselors on 'Seth Meyers'
The producer-songwriter performed with his band Bleachers, and discussed his work with Taylor Swift and Lana Del ReyPeso Pluma Is YouTube’s Most-Viewed Artist of 2023
The rising Mexican singer beat out the likes of Drake and Taylor Swift to claim the top spot.Massive Attack, Young Fathers and Fontaines D.C. Announce Gaza Benefit EP
All proceeds from the release will go to Doctors Without Borders.Jon Batiste, Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa and More Land on Oscar Shortlists
Shortlists for Oscar song and score categories also include Robbie Robertson, Lenny Kravitz and Halle Bailey.Finneas Reveals Billie Eilish's Third Album is '85% Done'
The songwriter-producer also discussed his scoring work for Alfonso Cuaron's upcoming 'Disclaimer' in an interview with Mr. Porter.David Byrne's Holiday Playlist Includes the Pogues, James Brown...and Himself
Byrne appeared on NPR's 'Fresh Air' to break down several of his favorite holiday songs.Kanye West Sets New Album for New Year's Eve Release, But Is Anyone Still Listening?
The star's first effort after a series of antisemitic remarks scuttled much of his career offers a test of his future viability.Watch Boygenius Cover Shania Twain for BBC Radio 1
The year's breakout trio took on Twain's 'You're Still the One.'Sublime With Rome Calling It Quits
The group's announced breakup comes a week after surviving Sublime members performed with Jakob Nowell, son of late Sublime frontman Bradley Nowell.
