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Simu Liu live from the JUNOs Media Room takes questions from the media on The JUNOs Streaker, His Cover Song Mixtape, Representation, Working With Michelle Yeoh, His Biggest inspiration, Ryan Reynolds. Recorded Live in the 2023 JUNOS Media Room Ft. Questions from: CBC Radio Newfoundland, CHUCK 92.5, Ryan Holt et al.

iHeartRadio and The Bear's Jess Jackson sits down with Nickelback before the 2023 Juno Awards to talk about their Canadian Music Hall of Fame Induction. The group jokes about what's next on their 'evil plans', where they were when they heard about their induction, and their tour prep! Jess tells Nickelback about how the 'Those Days' video touched her, and the guys tell her the luck story about it!

Meet Me at the Altar sit down for an interview with iHeartRadio's Shannon Burns to talk about their formation, their influences like the amazing Paramore and Hayley Williams, The Script, Megan Thee Stallion and Mark Hoppus!

Meet Me at the Altar tell Shannon all about how Past // Present // Future came to be, how they remain true to themselves always, and dispel 'Industry Plant' Rumours, and why the industry has a hard time seeing three women succeed in a rock band!

Finally, Meet Me at the Altar tell Shannon about their sweet Taco Bell endorsement!

The city where Taylor Swift is kicking off The Eras Tour next week is planning to temporarily change its name in honour of the pop superstar.

A feature-length documentary about Lewis Capaldi will premiere on Netflix next month.

Ye’s anti-Semitic rants last year could end up costing Adidas a whopping $527.5 million U.S., the company said this week.

CEO Bjorn Gulden told analysts Adidas has to decide how to get rid of $1.3 billion U.S. in unsold Yeezy sneakers.

Original Articles by John R. Kennedy:

Arizona City Temporarily Changing Its Name To Honour Taylor Swift

Lewis Capaldi Documentary Premieres Ahead Of 2nd Album

Adidas Ponders What To Do With Yeezy Merch 

BTS is not over, according to one of its members.

“When you are famous, staying on top is very difficult,” RM told Spain’s EFE, “but I think BTS will make it. It will come together again when we finish our military service, and we will look for new synergies between us to enter a second phase.

Should artists be doing afternoon concerts?

Actress Jamie Lee Curtis is pushing the idea of early shows so fans can go to bed at a reasonable time.

An episode of Family Feud that aired last month challenged teams to “name a female singer who can bring down the house when she performs live” – and the responses might surprise you.

Original Articles by John R. Kennedy:

RM Insists BTS Will Be Back But Admits 'Nothing Last Forever'

Jamie Lee Curtis Challenges Artists To Do Early Shows

Fans Stunned By 'Family Feud' Survey Results

One person died and two others were critically injured Sunday night as fans rushed to exit a concert venue in Rochester, New York where rappers GloRilla and Finesse2tymes had performed.

The Tragically Hip’s Paul Langlois said Saturday it is “highly offensive” that the band’s music was played at an event for Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre.

Lynyrd Skynyrd founding member and guitarist Gary Rossington died Sunday, the band announced. He was 71.

Original Articles by John R. Kennedy:

1 Dead, 2 Critically Injured In Crowd Crush At GloRilla Concert

The Tragically Hip Slams Conservative Party's Use Of Song

Lynyrd Skynyrd's Gary Rossington Dies At 71

Fefe Dobson sits down with iHeartRadio's Shannon Burns to talk about "What I Wouldn't Do/North Star Calling" with 50 other Canadian Artists in support of Kids Help Phone!

Fefe Dobson tells us how she heard about the opportunity via Serena Ryder, and how the cause felt very personal to her.

Fefe Dobson talks about the creation of the superstar music video, with iconic and new Canadian artists.

Fefe talks about her super-talented friends like the incredible Avril Lavigne, Nelly Furtado, and how the incredible SZA referenced her as an influence!

Finally Fefe Dobson talks about pop-rock revival, her iconic style and her upcoming release "Hungover"

Blink-182 has postponed several shows on its forthcoming tour to give drummer Travis Barker time to recover from injuries he sustained during rehearsals.

Riding high from the success of her album SOS, SZA used a day off from her tour to accept the Woman of the Year award at the Billboard Women in Music 2023 gala.

The sound engineer who was allegedly assaulted by rapper Travis Scott early Wednesday claims he suffered injuries to his neck and arm.

Original Articles by John R. Kennedy:

Blink-182 Postpones Tour Dates Due To Travis Barker Injuries

SZA Honoured With 'Billboard' Woman Of The Year Award

Alleged Victim Of Travis Scott Attack Speaks Up

Mod Sun said Tuesday his heart is broken after his fiancée Avril Lavigne called it quits.

“In 1 week my entire life completely changed,” the singer shared in an Instagram post. “I just know there’s a plan for it all. I’ll keep my head up + always listen to my heart, even when it feels broken."

Ed Sheeran announced early Wednesday that his new album - (Subtract) will be out May 5.

Shakira has opened up about her split from soccer star Gerard Piqué after 11 years together.

According to Spanish media reports last year, Shakira ended her relationship when she learned Piqué was cheating. In January, he went Instagram official with 23-year-old Clara Chia Martí.

Original Articles by John R. Kennedy:

Mod Sun Says Heart 'Feels Broken' After Avril Lavigne Split

Ed Sheeran Shares New Album Details

Shakira Opens Up About Split From Gerard Piqué

Thomas Rhett sits down with iHeartRadio's Shannon Burns to talk about his love of Canada, and if he's any good at any sports?

Thomas Rhett tells us about his incredible work ethic, and being an overthinker, a perfectionist, and competitive. 

Thomas Rhett and Shannon talk about touring, writing on the road, and how far ahead he thinks of new music.

Shannon and Thomas Rhett have an in-depth discussion about the sound of country music, and perfecting stage banter.

Finally, Shannon and Thomas tell us what goes in to a perfect duck hunt!