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BET CEO says network has 'suspended' Soul Train and Hip-Hop Awards

August 11, 2025

The Soul Train Awards and Hip-Hop Awards, two cornerstone events celebrating Black music and culture, have been suspended by BET. The news was confirmed by BET CEO Scott Mills in an interview with...

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GloRilla Goes Gospel: Why Her Kirk Franklin Collab Is Causing a Ruckus

August 11, 2025

When Memphis rapper GloRilla's October 2024 debut album Glorious, one track left everyone talking; "Rain Down on Me," featuring gospel heavyweights Kirk Franklin, Maverick City Music, Kierra...

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Machine Gun Kelly Reveals Taylor Swift’s Candid Super Bowl Moment as Chiefs’ Dreams Crumbled!

August 11, 2025

When the Kansas City Chiefs' three-peat dreams collapsed at Super Bowl LIX, the real drama wasn't just on the field it was in Travis Kelce's VIP box where Taylor Swift and Machine Gun Kelly were...

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Jelly Roll, Jonas Brothers, & More Unite for Stand Up To Cancer’s Nashville Debut Special!

August 10, 2025

In a powerful fusion of music and philanthropy, some of today’s most celebrated artists are stepping onto the stage not just to perform, but to make a difference. Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) returns...

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A long time coming,’ Canadian artists applaud first-ever Latin category in 2026 Juno Awards

August 10, 2025

The Juno Awards are officially recognizing the powerful rise of Latin music in Canada. Starting in 2026, the annual awards ceremony will feature a brand-new category: Latin Music Recording of the...

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Laufey & Clairo Just Dropped the Hottest Swiftie Takes (Literally) with Battle Spicy Wings on ‘Hot Ones Versus’

August 7, 2025

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“I Hated Music”: Yvette Young Gets Candid About Burnout & Tour Pressures

August 7, 2025

Guitarist, songwriter, and frontwoman of Covet, Yvette Young, is known for her intricate tapping technique, genre-bending sound, that creates a calm presence. But in a new interview, the math rock...

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Is Contemporary Christian Music, CCM, Just Secular in Disguise?

August 7, 2025

A June 13, 2025, Baptist News Global article highlights the long-standing conflicts between traditional Black gospel music and contemporary Christian music (CCM), which are exacerbated by racial...

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What Really Led to Zak Starkey’s Confusing ‘Firing’ from The Who

August 7, 2025

In April 2025, The Who unexpectedly fired long‑time drummer Zak Starkey during a Royal Albert Hall show, reportedly over performance issues. Starkey, son of Beatles legend Ringo Starr, had been...

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MTV VMAs snubs and shocks: See who was left out of nominations

August 7, 2025

The 2025 MTV Video Music Award nominations have been announced, boasting a diverse lineup with 33 first-time nominees. Pop icons Taylor Swift and Beyoncé even earned artist of the year nods without...

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Can a Christian Rapper Go Viral Without Compromise? DC3 Just Did

August 7, 2025

From church pews in Northampton to crowds in Zimbabwe, DC3 is more than just a popular TikTok artist; he is a devout musician who is setting a new standard for UK rap. Through ingenious videos...

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KATSEYE Makes History at Lollapalooza 2025 With Record-Breaking Festival Debut

August 7, 2025

Under the blazing Chicago sun, HYBE’s rising stars KATSEYE and BOYNEXTDOOR didn’t just perform at Lollapalooza—they owned it. From viral on-stage chemistry to career-defining sets, the two groups...

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Olivia Rodrigo & Gracie Abrams Speak Out Against Starvation Crisis in Gaza: "We Can’t Stay Silent"

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Olivia Rodrigo and Gracie Abrams are using their massive platforms to amplify the voices of those suffering in Gaza, where children are facing severe malnutrition due to the prolonged Israel-Hamas war. The two singers shared a powerful post from children’s educator Ms. Rachel, who has been vocal about the dire humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region.

“I never thought I’d see babies deliberately starved to death while stockpiles of formula sit untouched, miles away. I never thought people I respected who have always stood up for children would see them, too, and remain SILENT.”

The singers also liked the original post on Ms. Rachel’s feed, further solidifying their stance.

A Growing Humanitarian Catastrophe

The war, which began after Hamas’ October 7, 2023, attack on Israel—killing 1,200 Israelis and taking 251 hostages—has led to devastating consequences for Palestinians. According to Reuters, nearly 60,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israel’s military response, with countless more displaced, injured, or facing starvation due to blocked aid routes.

Rodrigo and Abrams are among a growing list of high-profile artists who have spoken out. Earlier this month, Olivia Rodrigo penned an emotional statement on social media, calling the situation in Gaza “horrific and completely unacceptable.”

“There are no words to describe the heartbreak I feel witnessing the devastation that is being inflicted upon innocent people in Palestine,” she wrote. “Mothers, fathers, and children in Gaza are starving, dehydrated, and being denied access to basic medical care and humanitarian aid.”

Artists Uniting for Ceasefire

Abrams, meanwhile, was one of the first major artists to sign the Artists4Ceasefire open letter in late 2023, alongside Drake, Jennifer Lopez, Dua Lipa, and others, urging world leaders to push for an immediate end to the violence.

Other musicians, including Billie Eilish and Lana Del Rey, have also voiced their support for Palestinians in recent weeks. Eilish condemned Israel’s reported plans to forcibly relocate Gazans as “horrifying,” while Del Rey told fans, The post, which both Rodrigo and Abrams reposted on their Instagram Stories, features a heartbreaking image of an emaciated Palestinian child with a caption that reads: 

Why Their Voices Matter

With millions of followers between them, Rodrigo and Abrams’ decision to speak out brings crucial attention to a crisis that many feel has been overlooked by mainstream media. Their advocacy aligns with a broader movement within Hollywood, where more celebrities are breaking their silence on Palestine despite potential backlash.

As the war continues with no clear resolution in sight, the plea from these artists is clear: the world must not stay silent while children starve.