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Techno Pioneer Juan Atkins Dies at Age 64
Juan Atkins, one of the founding figures of Detroit techno and a member of the influential Belleville Three, has died at age 64. His agency, Greensmit...
Wu-Tang Clan Set to Perform at Detroit Lions' Thanksgiving Game
Wu-Tang Clan will bring their legendary hip-hop catalog to Detroit this Thanksgiving, performing during the Detroit Lions' annual holiday game at Ford...
Janelle Monáe Debuts Theatrical Fish-Inspired Look at Santa Monica Pier
Janelle Mone brought another imaginative character to life for Halloween 2026, revealing an elaborate fish-inspired costume that showcased her love of...
Trump Entertains Idea of Nicki Minaj as White House Press Secretary
President Donald Trump has reacted positively to the idea of rapper Nicki Minaj taking on a new role in his administration as White House press secret...
Lizzo Honors Dolly Parton With a Special Jolene-Inspired Halloween Costume
Lizzo celebrated Halloween 2026 with a heartfelt tribute to Dolly Parton, recreating the country music legend's signature look from her 1973 hit Jolen...
Lil Baby Expresses Interest in Sabrina Carpenter Collaboration
Lil Baby is open to expanding his musical horizons, and Sabrina Carpenter is among the pop stars he would consider working with. During an October 29 ...
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