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Play video content TMZ.com Sean Paul is all set to release his new album “Scorcha” tomorrow … but he first stopped by TMZ Live to get a few things off his chest. The legendary reggae-dancehall artist spoke on his early days of coming up intertwined in the hip hop scene circa 2002 and how he

Depeche Mode founding member and keyboard player, Andy Fletcher, has died at the age of 60. The group announced Thursday, “We are shocked and filled with overwhelming sadness with the untimely passing of our dear friend, family member, and bandmate Andy “Fletch” Fletcher.” The statement continues, “Fletch had a true heart of gold and was

Bruno Mars‘ first collaborator, “Nothin’ On You” rapper B.o.B., owes several stacks — to the tune of $3 million dollars — to his former managers … at least according to a new lawsuit. In the legal docs, obtained by TMZ Hip Hop, Round Hill Music and Artists Rights Management claims B.o.B. violated a deal it

Just off the dome, Kentucky rapper 2KBABY has one hell of a rollout strategy for his “Scared 2 Luv” album — as in, the giant number “2” tatted smack in the middle of his head!!! 2KBABY debuted the new ink piece on Wednesday, captioning the pic “Scared 2 Luv (S2L) ❤️💔🖤” … which, while undoubtedly

Justin Bieber and his wife are checking out of the madness in America — temporarily, at least — with a trip down Mexico way, and it’s a true family affair. Hailey Bieber and her man soaked up the rays off Cabo San Lucas … doing a little snorkeling and hanging out on the deck of

Memorial Day Weekend means hip hop festival season is upon us, and the So What?! Music Festival in Texas — with some big name headliners — is pulling out all the stops for the safety of ticketholders. Juicy J, Trippie Redd, 2 Chainz, IDK, 24kGoldn are on the lineup for the Arlington concert, and the

Kanye West‘s back at it again, airing grievances about how his four children with Kim Kardashian are being raised … this time in a brand new single with the late XXXTentacion. Ye and X’s “New Love” was released on Thursday night, and while the song as a whole explores the struggles of being in a

Britney Spears has made one thing very clear — she loves being back in Vegas — but there are no plans to make Sin City her temporary home with a new concert residency … TMZ has learned. Britney had fans freaking out last weekend when she posted video and photos of herself at the new

It’s tough for anyone to beat the roller-coaster music career of country newcomer, Ryan Griffin. While he’s a fresh name to many, the Florida native actually moved to Nashville at was 17 years old to pursue his passion-fueled dream of becoming a singer. His early years saw him being a full-time student at the city’s

In celebration of Easter this weekend, Michael Ray is sharing with Sounds Like Nashville a special life and faith lesson he’s learned from his father. A Eustis, FL native, Ray grew up in the Christian faith with his family. Sundays would typically find them worshiping and getting their weekly dose of God’s word at Cassia

Happy birthday to the Queen of Country Music! Today (April 14) marks the 90th birthday of The Coal Miner’s Daughter, Loretta Lynn, and some of country’s biggest stars have sent her messages of love. Born on this day in 1932 in Butcher Hollow, Kentucky, the trailblazing songwriter and pioneer for female artists everywhere has famously

LeAnn Rimes began her career at the age of 13 with her classic country-inspired “Blue,” released in 1996. This song put the young vocalist on the map, and she went on to make a great impact on the country music of the 1990s and 2000s. Rimes has released various new albums in the past few

Country trio Lady A have announced plans for a new tour that offers fans a charming change of pace. Plotting 21 dates in theaters this fall, their Request Line Tour calls on fans themselves to become part of the innovative shows. Turning large and often historic theaters into intimate, interactive venues, each concert will find

Gayle King of CBS Mornings presented at the CMT Music Awards on Monday, April 11, and while onstage, she shared a story about Carly Pearce showing some true southern hospitality. King explained that when she landed in Nashville, she had a couple of hours before she had to get ready for the awards show, so

After a series of breakout hits and a job co-hosting the 57th annual ACM Awards, Gabby Barrett is one country’s most in-demand rising stars. But she’s not letting work get in the way of family life. Speaking with Gunner & Cheyenne on KMLE Country 1079 (Phoenix), the “Pick Me Up” singer says her whirlwind career

In his debut album, Ryland, independent singer-songwriter Ryland Fisher mastered the challenging dichotomy of hopeless romantic and rebel spirit. Now, leading up to the release of his second album, Black Sheep, he’s solidifying his place in country music as someone who doesn’t follow the herd.     After moving to Nashville in 2017, Fisher’s songwriting chops landed

Ashley Cooke has tapped on country superstar Brett Young to offer a duet rendition of her song, “Never Til Now.”  Originally released on her Already Drank That Beer EP last year, the new version features Young going solo on the second verse of the stirring love ballad.  “Out of all the prayеrs I’ve prayed /

Lately, rocker-turned-country artist Elle King has been having the time of her life. Earning her first country Number One alongside Miranda Lambert, the free-spirited star says she’s found an adoptive home that was totally unexpected — and totally delightful. “Ever since I’ve kind of tripped and fell into country, it has been so joyful and

Play video content @machinegunkelly / Instagram Machine Gun Kelly is clapping back at all the haters making fun of him for not knowing there’s no halftime in hockey … saying, “You know what I’m saying!” The “My Ex’s Best Friend” artist was trolled relentlessly on Saturday after he tweeted that he’d be performing at “half

Breakout country singer/songwriter SACHA has released her new EP, We Did. Out now, the four-track project proudly displays the Canadian’s powerful vocals, ear for well-written songs. The EP opens with its title track, which is a thunderous ode to lasting romance and the freedom it entails true love entails. “Whatever we wanted didn’t we baby