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Next year marks the 25th anniversary of Gorillaz‘s self-titled debut album (which gave us one of the most inventive music videos of the 21st century), but the virtual band is getting the party started early with a series of one-off shows in London. The Damon Albarn-led group will play their first three albums, Gorillaz, Demon Days, and Plastic Beach (complete with visuals!), along with a mystery show, at Copper Box Arena.

The limited-capacity residency kicks off with Gorillaz on Friday, August 29, followed by Demon Days on Saturday, August 30; Plastic Beach on Tuesday, September 2; and lastly, the mystery show on Wednesday, September 3.

The shows mark the final week of the House Of Kong exhibition. Here’s more:

“Visitors to House of Kong will take a jaunt behind the curtain of Gorillaz’ extraordinary world. A journey through the band’s life of misadventures, musical innovation and ground-breaking virtual ways since these four outsiders — bassist Murdoc Niccals, singer 2D, drummer Russel Hobbs and guitarist Noodle — first came together to blow up a pre-digital world with the release of ‘Tomorrow Comes Today’ in 2000. An exhibition like no other, House of Kong is an experience for the brave and bold.”

For tickets and more information, click here.

It’s been about a year and a half since Pink Friday 2, the latest album from Nicki Minaj. That’s not that long, but it may not be that much longer before we get another LP from Minaj. At the very least, what is confirmed is that one is definitely in progress.

In a new interview with Vogue Italia, Minaj said of her next album:

“I’ve got a bunch of really strong tracks, but I don’t want to rush. I want the record to mean something, both for the fans and for me. I’ll never be one of those people who puts out songs just to put them out. I love music. I respect it.”

Of touring, she added, “[I want] to experience it all again, as soon as possible. For me, and for the Barbz.”

She was also asked about new artists she likes and she said, “Sabrina Carpenter. I didn’t know she’d been around that long when I started listening to her. A breath of fresh air. I like Billie Eilish. I love everything she does. Then there’s a dancehall artist… his name’s Skeng.”

The admiration between Minaj and Eilish is mutual, as the latter recently named the former as the best female rapper ever.

A few days ago, Jennifer Lopez revealed that while rehearsing for a 2025 American Music Awards performance (she hosted the show, too), she sustained an injury. It ultimately wasn’t serious and she looked unscathed when it was finally time to take the stage.

Fans who liked that are now met with some great news: Also last night, Lopez took advantage of the spotlight that was on her to announce Jennifer Lopez: Up All Night Live In Las Vegas, a new residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.

Lopez shared a promo image on Instagram and wrote, “SURPRISE JLOVERS! We’re back! I’m doing a residency in Las Vegas! Join me for Up All Night Live In Las Vegas At The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.” She also told Las Vegas’ 8 News Now:

“We just feel things out. There’s not a… you know, like, ‘We’re going to do this at this time.’ I just feel like I’m ready to perform again. I had to cancel my tour last year, and so I’ve been thinking of performing a lot, and I had such a great time when I was here in Vegas.”

As Variety notes, performances are currently set for December 30 and 31, 2025; January 2 and 3, 2026; and eight additional dates between March 6 and 28, 2026.

Taylor Swift is an American Music Awards darling. The “Fortnight” singer was even featured in several promotional clip and visual packages of this year’s ceremony.

Despite it all, Swift did not attend the 2025 American Music Awards. While, she was not the only A-lister to skip the event, Taylor Swift’s recent Reputation (Taylor’s Version) teasers and her long history with the AMAs, fans believed she would use the show to officially announce the highly anticipated project.

Disappointed by Swift’s absence and the lack of Reputation (Taylor’s Version) update, Swifties took to social media platforms such as X (formerly Twitter) to air out their frustrations.

“Mini ‘rant’ over, WHERE TF IS TAYLOR SWIFT, AND WHY DID THE AMA’S END EARLY,” wrote one user. “AND WHERE. IS. REP. TV.”

“Watched the entire AMAs and Taylor Swift didn’t even show up and announce ‘Reputation TV,’” penned another.

“Propaganda I unfortunately fell for: Taylor Swift announcing ‘Rep TV’ on the AMAs,” chimed another.

To which a supporter replied, “Real as f*ck.”

“How much did they pay Taylor Swift to drive AMA viewership up for her to announce NOTHING ,” sarcastically joked another.

Taylor Swift’s mission to own all of her masters is nearly over. The only pieces missing are the re-recordings of (or Taylor’s Version) her 2006 self-titled debut album and 2017’s Reputation.

In the eyes of fans, Shaboozey is a country music rookie. However, before his “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” success, Shaboozey’s career dated back to 2014. His love for the genre runs even further back.

But tonight (May 26), Shaboozey’s knowledge of country was put to the test. During the 2025 American Music Awards, Shaboozey took to the stage as a category presenter. Before handing off the award for Favorite Country Duo Or Group, co-presenter Megan Moroney informed Shaboozey of some country music history and the genre’s supposed founding family–the Carters.

“That same year, Favorite Female Artist went to Lynn Anderson, and this award [Favorite Country Duo or Group] went to the Carter family,” said the singer. “Who basically invented country music.”

But based on Shaboozey’s hilarious reaction (viewable here), he does not seem to agree with Moroney’s declaration. While Shaboozey is familiar with the Carter family as a Cowboy Carter collaborator of Beyoncé (Knowles-Carter), he appears to have some hesitation in crowning the other Carters (the Carter Family, Carter Sisters, June Carter Cash, or Carlene Carter).

Well, Shaboozey is going to need a double shot of whiskey soon now that the momentary facial reaction has sparked a viral debate across social platforms such as X (formerly Twitter).

Today (May 26), musicians from across genres descended onto Fontainebleau Las Vegas for the 2025 American Music Awards. The night is dedicated to crowning the year’s most impactful recording artists.

With Kendrick Lamar leading the pack with 10 nominations, Post Malone following with eight nods, and Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, as well as Shaboozey with 7 nods, the nominations are stacked. But the other most competitive title of the ceremony is best dressed.

Continue below to view some of our favorite red carpet looks from the 2025 American Music Awards. View the full nomination list here.

Benson Boone

Benson Boone’s onstage fashionable inspiration draws from the late rock legends Little Richard and Queen frontman Freddie Mercury. In short, most of the “Mystical Magical” singer’s looks are dripped in stones and are skin tight. However, Boone saved the theatrics for his performance. On the red carpet, Boone sported a simple yet sophisticated emerald green suit and cloud white blouse designed by David Yurman with matching jewelry from Yurman.

Ciara

The AMAs’ dress code is up for interpretation. With the ceremony being held in Las Vegas, Ciara was the ultimate showgirl. Dripped in jewels, Ciara pulled a crystal-embellished strapless top and fringe skirt from Bronx and Banco’s Fall 2023 “La Bohème” collection, paired with Dolce & Gabbana metallic sandals.

Lainey Wilson

Lainey Wilson is one of the biggest country music stars. So, the American Music Awards are a place to show off Americana fashion. Tonight that was a beautifully embroidered suit from Rahul Mishra.

Machine Gun Kelly

If only for one night, Machine Gun Kelly decided to ditch his signature street wear uniform for a shirt and tie. While his past studded look was a topic of viral discussion, tonight MGK’s brought up another conversation–how well he can clean up.

Rebecca Black

No, Rebecca Black isn’t lost at sea. Nor is she a runaway Navy bride. But given that the 2025 AMAs took place on Memorial Day, the singer’s stylist Dot found a way to pay homage to the armed forces, designed by Erik Charlotte.

Alex Warren‘s “Ordinary” is breaking some extraordinary records. The breakout hit from 2024’s You’ll Be Alright, Kid (Chapter 1) recently eclipsed Elvis Presley’s “It’s Now Or Never” to claim the longest-running No 1. single by a U.S. male solo artist in the U.K.

Warren performed “Ordinary” at the 2025 American Music Awards with a choir, harpist, and moonlit stage. It’s anything but ordinary.

“I am so forever grateful for all the support and will never stop saying thank you,” Warren told Variety about his success. “I wouldn’t have any of this if it weren’t for my fans, so I am so appreciative.” As for what’s next, he teased, “We have a lot up our sleeves for the next few months. I teased a duet with Jelly Roll at Stagecoach called ‘Bloodline’ that we’ll have out soon, as the reaction to that has been amazing. I think that I’ve grown a lot with the songs I’m writing now, and that there’s so much more variety, but it’s all fitting together perfectly for this next project that we’re working on.”

You can watch Alex Warren (who announced new dates on the Cheaper Than Therapy Tour from August until October) perform “Ordinary” at the 2025 AMAs here.

Janet Jackson is one of the most influential musicians of all time. If you don’t believe it, look no further than affirming statements from Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Britney Spears, and Lizzo.

Today (May 26) the “Rhythm Nation” singer’s career impact was put on full display at the 2025 American Music Awards. While accepting the Icon Award, Janet Jackson humbly pushed back against the label.

“I don’t consider myself to be an icon,” she said after a dazzling medley performance. “My family, myself–our dreams were never to be famous. We weren’t raised like that. We always had special love for music, dancing and singing. Fame came with the result of hard work and dedication.”

Friend, actress, and producer Tasha Smith, as well as Janet’s background dancer, encouraged her to graciously wear the title. Instead, Janet took a moment to encourage others to pursue their passions. “My story, my family’s story, it’s truly an American story,” she added.

Users online have begun to praise Jackson for using the time on stage to uplift aspiring musicians around the world.

Watch Janet Jackson’s full Icon Award acceptance speech at the 2025 American Music Awards here. View the full winners list for the 2025 American Music Awards here.

Last week, Reneé Rapp ended a near year-long drought of new music with the release of her rebellious new single, “Leave Me Alone,” along with its risqué video. Tonight, on the American Music Awards, Rapp brought the rambunctious new song to life on stage, starting out in a tagged-up bathroom stall and exploding out to take over and demand the right to have fun.

“Leave Me Alone” is the first single from Rapp’s upcoming sophomore album, Bite Me, which drops on August 1 via Interscope. In a statement, Rapp explained that the album “encourages listeners to embrace every facet of their personality, the chaotic and the confident, and to be authentically, unapologetically themselves. It’s a raw, unfiltered, and vulnerable album about self-acceptance in its truest form, and like Rapp herself, creates a community for unfiltered self-expression.” Bite Me will be the singer’s first full-length release in almost two years, following her 2023 debut, Snow Angel.

Rapp’s relatively quiet year so far was well-earned; she spent much of 2024 on the (rightfully) chaotic press tour for the Mean Girls musical movie, made her Coachella debut, headlined a slew of festivals including All Things Go in New York City, and even guest-starred on Sesame Street. But it looks like she’s gearing up for a comeback, and put the whole world on notice at the AMAs.

Watch Reneé Rapp’s AMAs performance here and here.

It’s Miss Jackson if you’re nasty. But, icon if you are the AMA organizers. Today (May 26), Janet Jackson showed just why she was bestowed the Icon Award during the 2025 American Music Awards.

Instead of picking a handful of musicians for a tribute set in her honor, the “Rhythm Nation” singer took to the stage. With a few of Janet’s trusted background dancers, she performed a medley of her greatest hits.

To open the dazzling performance, an audio clip to the cadence of “Control.” Although the song launched Janet into a new career pinnacle, she opted for two other tunes beloved by fans.

The first track Janet performed was 2001’s”Someone To Call My Lover.” Thanks to a growing trend on TikTok, the All For You song has been reintroduced to a new generation of pop music lovers.

For her last tune, Janet treated viewed to the album’s breakout title track, “All For You.”

Fresh off a year of touring and a Las Vegas residency, Janet Jackson did not miss a step showing why she’s the blueprint to several generations of entertainers.

Watch Janet Jackson’s full performance at the 2025 American Music Awards here. View the full winners list for the 2025 American Music Awards here.