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Ava Max talks about her excitement for her upcoming album and how she plans to celebrate when it’s released. 

She discussed with Shannon Burns how emotional the lyrics on her album became after experiencing a breakup and being able to create sad songs that people can still dance to. 

Ava Max discusses what the biggest creative difference was when putting together this album vs. her first one and how her personal life had an impact on the creative process. 

Ava opens up about dealing with heartbreak and having to relive those moments when singing on stage. 

Ava Max shares what her process was for narrowing down songs for her album and speaks about the various musical genres that influenced these songs. 

Ava Max shares that creating a well crafted pop song is one of the most difficult things to do (if she had to pick an artist that has mastered this, it would be Britney Spears and Katy Perry!)

Ava Max talks about how she hopes her fans feel stronger after listening to her album regardless of what they are going through, and to not allow anyone else to change them.  

Ava Max shares that her strong work ethic comes from her parents and that she would not be who she is today without them. She also shares how amazing it is to be able to give back to her parents who have given her so much.  

She reveals the reason why she changed her album art and why she pushed back the release date. 

Ava Max shares that if she wasn’t a singer she would be an interior designer and gives Shannon Burns some design tips for her new home!

Ava Max on ‘Diamonds & Dancefloors’, Dealing With A Breakup, and Her Relationship With Her Parents

Romi Shraiter (Samantha) and Katie Douglas (Abby) from Ginny & Georgia sit down with iHeartRadio's Shannon Burns to talk about the amazing script, how their lives have changed since acting on a massive streaming hit.

Romi and Katie tell Shannon what they do (and do NOT) have in common with their characters on Ginny & Georgia, and where they hope the characters go next.

Sam Smith speaks about their new song ‘Gimme’ and collaborating with Jessie Reyez, sharing some of their most amazing memories over the years, how they first met, and what they look forward to most about going on tour with Jessie. 

Sam Smith talks about the challenges that come with going on tour and shares the key to preventing burnout and managing some of the mental health challenges they may encounter while on tour. 

Sam Smith and Shannon Burns discuss their mutual love for Cheese (Cheddar takes the win!) 

Sam Smith talks about how they came to collaborate with Ed Sheeran and gives an update on the giant penis statue Ed Sheeran gifted them. 

Sam Smith talks about the unique writing process of their album ‘Gloria’ and the significance of Dorothy’s Interlude and what it signifies for the Queer community. 

Sam Smith opens up about imposter syndrome and shares their advice on dealing with mental health struggles.

Josh Duhamel, D'Arcy Carden, Cheech Marin and Steve Coulter from the new movie Shotgun Wedding give us all the details about working with Jennifer Lopez on the film, secretly becoming addicted to Lenny Kravitz songs on set, sharing music knowledge with each other, and of course - their love of Canada!

Shotgun Wedding is available on Prime Video January 27.

Snoop Dogg, Gloria Estefan and Sade are among the artists being inducted this year into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Lewis Capaldi halted his concert in Manchester, England on Thursday after spotting people fighting in the crowd.

Joe Trohman, founding guitarist in Fall Out Boy, told fans on Wednesday he is stepping away from the band to focus on his mental health.

A jury awarded Flo Rida a whopping $82.6 million (U.S.) on Wednesday after finding that an energy drink company breached its contract with the rapper.

Original Articles by John R. Kennedy:

Snoop Dogg To Be Inducted Into Songwriters Hall Of Fame

Lewis Capaldi Stops Concert When Fight Breaks Out

Joe Trohman Steps Away From Fall Out Boy To Work On Mental Health

Flo Rida Awarded $82.6M In Lawsuit Against Drink Maker

Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of rock 'n' roll icon Elvis Presley, died Thursday in hospital hours after being found unresponsive in her home.

Canadian musician Robbie Bachman, co-founder and drummer of Bachman-Turner Overdrive, died Thursday. He was 69.

The UK’s advertising regulator ruled this week that a poster promoting Demi Lovato’s 2022 album Holy Fvck breached its code.

In a decision published Wednesday, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) concluded that the poster violated its rules for “responsible advertising” and caused “harm and offence.”

Original Articles by John R. Kennedy:

Lisa Marie Presley Dies At 54

BTO's Robbie Bachman Dies At 69

UK Advertising Regulator Rules Demi Lovato Poster Breached Code

Days after acknowledging they will be “a different band going forward,” Foo Fighters have announced three music festival appearances this summer.

They will be some of the first official Foo Fighters performances since the sudden death last March of drummer Taylor Hawkins.

A Telugu-language earworm from the movie RRR was chosen as Best Original Song at the 80th Golden Globe Awards on Tuesday.

“Naatu Naatu,” written by M.M. Keeravani and Chandrabose, beat out nominated songs from big names like Rihanna, Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga.

Original Articles by John R. Kennedy:

Foo Fighters Announce 1st Shows Without Taylor Hawkins

'Naatu Naatu' Wins Best Original Song At Golden Globes

Paris Hilton found herself commenting on her own Instagram post on Saturday to shut down “absolutely ridiculous” conspiracy theories about Britney Spears.

Lizzo is one again taking aim at body shaming, declaring that the “discourse on bodies is officially tired.”

In a video she captioned “FOR THE PPL IN THE BACK,” the pop star spoke about some of the comments she gets about her appearance.

Morrissey fired back on Friday at claims that Miley Cyrus asked to be taken off their unreleased collaboration “I Am Veronica” over their political differences.

Original Articles by John R. Kennedy:

Paris Hilton Responds To 'Ridiculous' Britney Spears Theories

Lizzo Blasts Body Shamers: 'Do You See The Delusion?'

Morrissey Denies Miley Cyrus Bailed On Song Over Politics

At least 10 people were shot Thursday night while rapper French Montana was filming a music video outside a restaurant co-owned by DJ Khaled.

A man was arrested Thursday night after someone tried to break into Billie Eilish’s childhood home.

Police responded to the home in the Highland Park area of Los Angeles at around 9:15 p.m. local time after witnesses reported seeing a man in dark clothing jump a fence. KCAL News reported that the man was wearing a mask.

Fans are closer than ever to being able to see the highly-anticipated documentary about Rihanna, according to its director.

Original Articles by John R. Kennedy:

10 Shot Outside DJ Khaled Eatery As French Montana Films Music Video

Intruder Arrested At Billie Eilish's Family Home

Director Waiting For Rihanna To Sign Off On Documentary

BLACKPINK has become the first K-pop group to have one of its music videos hit 2 billion views on YouTube.

The video for “DDU-DU DDU-DU” passed the milestone on Wednesday – roughly four-and-a-half years after it premiered on the platform.

Hugh Jackman said Wednesday his life will become “insufferable” if “Good Afternoon” from Spirited is nominated for Best Original Song at this year’s Academy Awards.

Performed by Will Ferrell and Canada’s Ryan Reynolds, it was among 15 songs shortlisted for nominations at the 95th Academy Awards.

Kelly Osbourne and Slipknot's Sid Wilson have welcomed their first child together.

Original Articles by John R. Kennedy:

BLACKPINK Music Video Tops 2 Billion Views

Hugh Jackman Begs Oscars Not To 'Validate' Ryan Reynolds

Kelly Osbourne, Slipknot's Sid Wilson Welcome Baby Boy