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2026 Fall Cash Contest Rules
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2026 Fall Cash Contest Rules
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2026 Go Anywhere Getaway Contest Rules
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Back To School 2026 Contest Rules
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Back To School 2026 Contest Rules
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Choose Your Concert Rules 2026
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Choose Your Concert Contest Rules
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Father’s Day 2026 Contest Rules
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Father’s Day 2026 Contest Rules
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Your Concert Getaway 2026 Contest Rules
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Mother’s Day 2026 Contest Rules
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Spring Cash 2026 Contest Rules
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CHOOSE YOUR FESTIVAL FLYAWAY 2026 CONTEST RULES
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Jason Derulo signals the end of an era with ‘The Last Dance (Part 1)’
Jason Derulo has released his new EP, The Last Dance (Part 1). The project signals the end of an era, after he nearly considered ending his musical career entirely. “I had thoughts of wanting to stop in general,” he tells ABC Audio. “I was like, I’ve done so much in my life and maybe it’s time to ride off into the sunset and just chill and spend the rest of my life on the beach…Then I was [like] nah, you know, I love making music.
Chappell Roan to be honored at 2026 Resonator Awards
Chappell Roan is set to receive the Harmonizer Award at the 2026 Resonator Awards. The Resonator Awards, presented by We Are Moving the Needle, recognize the “artists, producers, and engineers whose craft shape the sound and culture of our time,” according to a press release. In particular, the Harmonizer Award “honors a creator who uses music to leverage social change.” Heart‘s Nancy Wilson will present Chappell with her award.
OneRepublic’s debut album, ‘Dreaming Out Loud,’ coming to vinyl
OneRepublic’s debut album is coming to vinyl for the first time ever. Dreaming Out Loud, originally released in 2007, will be available in two vinyl versions: a standard two-LP black vinyl available in stores and limited-edition two-LP blue galaxy color vinyl with an alternate cover available online. The album features the hit “Apologize,” along with “Come Home,” “Say (All I Need)” and “Stop and Stare.” The vinyl is available for preorder now and will be released on March 20.
Kermit, Miss Piggy and Sabrina Carpenter star in ‘The Muppet Show’ official trailer
Muppet fans, rejoice. Disney+ has released the official trailer for The Muppet Show special event that’s coming to the streaming service and ABC on Feb. 4. Along with the new trailer, the highly anticipated special has added Maya Rudolph as a guest star. Rudolph joins the cast that also includes special guest star Sabrina Carpenter, and the show’s executive producer and guest star Seth Rogen.
Watch Harry Styles tumble and dance through a hotel in ‘Aperture’ video
Harry Styles’ new single, “Aperture,” now has a visual to go with it. The music video for the song, released Friday, begins with Harry in a hotel room calling down to the front desk. When he heads to the lobby, he’s confronted by a man who charges at him and tackles him down a spiral staircase. The two eventually go from tussling to dancing, performing some impressive lifts and flips throughout the building.
RAYE announces her long-anticipated sophomore album, ‘THIS MAY CONTAIN HOPE’
RAYE announced on Thursday that she will release her sophomore album, THIS MAY CONTAIN HOPE, on March 27. The album is artistically set in four “seasons,” with each side of the vinyl being a different season, taking listeners on a journey from darkness and into light. “Music is medicine, I’ve always said that. I guess I’m in the process of making medicine for myself that I can share with the world,” says RAYE.
Jelly Roll’s coaching basketball after losing 300 pounds
Jelly Roll says his life has changed in “every way” after losing close to 300 pounds over the last three years. “Spiritually, I’ve gotten closer to God. I’ve gotten closer to myself,” he told Extra at the Wednesday premiere of Star Search on Netflix. “I’m a better father. I’m more present with my children. You should see it, dude. I mean, I’m coaching my son’s basketball team this year.
Harry Styles is going back on tour, highlighted by a 30-night New York City residency
Harry Styles announced Thursday that he will be going on a limited tour for the first time since 2023. Together, Together, which is promoted by Live Nation, will consist of 50 shows in seven cities: Amsterdam, London, São Paolo, Mexico City, New York, Melbourne and Sydney. The tours launches in May and wraps up in December. Notably, New York City is the only city in North America where Styles will perform for this tour, set to have 30 shows from August through October.
Martin Short became the talk of Selena Gomez’s wedding thanks to a cake incident
Only Murders in the Building star Martin Short nearly ruined co-star Selena Gomez’s wedding with music producer Benny Blanco last September when he almost sliced a piece of the wedding cake, in an act of faux pas. Short made an appearance Wednesday on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, telling host Jimmy Kimmel that as he was sitting with a group of the Only Murders cast, he noticed a small cake by their section. “I just assumed there was a wedding cake for each section in the back.
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ track ‘Golden’ earns Oscar nomination
KPop Demon Hunters is going to the Oscars. The Academy Award nominations were announced Thursday, with the hit Netflix film earning two nods, including best original song for the movie’s #1 hit “Golden.” The film is also in the running for best animated feature. In the best original song category, the track is competing against songs from such films as Diane Warren: Relentless, Sinners, Viva Verdi! and Train Dreams. “Golden” is performed by the voices of HUNTR/X — Audrey Nuna, EJAE and Rei Ami.
RAYE says touring with her sisters as her opening acts will be ‘beautiful and special’
It won’t get to North America until March, but RAYE officially kicks off her This Tour May Contain New Music tour Thursday in Poland. Opening for her during the entire tour are two rising artists — ABSOLUTELY and Amma —who just happen to be RAYE’s sisters. And while some people wouldn’t like the idea of being with their sisters 24/7 for months on the road, RAYE can’t wait. “Beautiful and special” is how the “Where Is My Husband!” singer described being on tour with her sisters.
Music notes: Taylor Swift, Nick Jonas and more
Years after their feud, Kim Kardashian is confirming that she does indeed listen to Taylor Swift’s music. She said on her sister Khloe Kardashian’s podcast, “I have some of her older songs in my playlist. I’ve always thought she’s like a super talented, great artist.” No word on if Taylor’s alleged diss track against Kim, “thanK you aIMee,” is one of the songs in rotation. Nick Jonas’ movie Power Ballad is set to close the Dublin Film Festival, Deadline reports.
Pre-Block (Second Date Update UPDATE: Aeron & Jenna) | Brooke and Jeffrey
VIDEO Source: YouTube One of our listeners asked his date a question that was RUDE, INSENSITIVE, and INAPPROPRIATE… at least we thought at first… Now he’s back for a special Second Date Update UPDATE! Make sure to subscribe to us on iHeartRadio, or anywhere you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode! https://www.facebook.com/brookeandjeffrey https://www.instagram.com/brookeandjeffrey/ https://www.brookeandjeffrey.com/
Mom Plus One (Second Date Update: Ethan and Breanna) | Brooke and Jeffrey
VIDEO Source: YouTube Ethan started his night meeting one woman, and ended up with a completely different one at his table by the end of the night! He’s desperate for a Second Date Update and we’re gonna give him one! Make sure to subscribe to us on iHeartRadio, or anywhere you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode! https://www.facebook.com/brookeandjeffrey https://www.instagram.com/brookeandjeffrey/ https://www.brookeandjeffrey.com/
TRAPPED while SKIING | Brooke and Jeffrey
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TRAPPED for HOURS (What's On Your Mind?) 1/14/26
VIDEO Source: YouTube Brooke was TRAPPED on a ski lift, Jose made a new friend, Alexis got ghosted by Granny, and Jeff is suspicious of a new trend he’s been seeing. It’s time to go around the room and share What’s On Our Minds! Make sure to subscribe to us on iHeartRadio, or anywhere you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode! https://www.facebook.com/brookeandjeffrey https://www.instagram.com/brookeandjeffrey/ https://www.brookeandjeffrey.com/
Music notes: Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez and more
Miley Cyrus took to Instagram on Tuesday to commemorate the anniversary of the release of her biggest chart hit. “3 years since the release of Flowers,” she wrote. “Still madly in love with this song. Thank you for continuing to listen, I love making music for you. XoMC.” “Flowers” won Miley her first Grammy and topped the Billboard Hot 100 for eight weeks. It also spent a record 57 weeks on top of the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart.
Ed Sheeran to join John Mayer, Dave Grohl for performance of Oscar short-listed ‘Drive’
Voting for the Oscar nominations is now underway, and Ed Sheeran probably hopes members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will tune in to Jimmy Kimmel Live! Wednesday to watch him perform “Drive,” the song he co-wrote for the film F1 that’s on the Oscar short list for best original song.
Noah Kahan’s new album is ‘done,’ he says it’s ‘frustrating’ he can’t tell fans why they have to wait
Noah Kahan has been teasing new music for months, and now he’s expressing his frustration about not delivering said new music to fans, for reasons he either can’t explain or he’s not allowed to reveal. Noah wrote on his Instagram Story on Tuesday, “It’s so hard to not be able to explain why this album took me so long to make or why we all have to wait even though it’s done.” He adds, “It’s frustrating to not be able to tell you guys more.
Backstreet Boys, Teddy Swims and more to perform at BottleRock Napa Valley festival
Backstreet Boys will emerge from the Sphere Las Vegas to perform at a major California festival this spring. The group is one of eight headliners at the BottleRock Napa Valley festival, which takes place May 22-24 in Napa, California. Other headliners include a collection of artists who span genres: Teddy Swims, Lorde, sombr, Zedd, Lil Wayne and Foo Fighters.
Madison Beer to open locket tour in May
Madison Beer‘s new album,locket, arrives Friday, and in May she’ll kick off a huge tour in support of the project. Madison’s the locket tour will start in Europe, launching May 11 in Poland. North American shows begin June 8 in Austin, Texas, and are expected to wrap up July 13 with a homecoming show at New York’s Madison Square Garden. You can sign up now at madisonbeer.com/live to access the Seated registration presale beginning Friday at 10 a.m. local time.
Miley Cyrus to sing with Dolly Parton on new version of her 1977 hit
On Friday you can hear Miley Cyrus singing with a close, personal friend of hers: her godmother, Dolly Parton. Miley is just one of several female artists who’ll be joining Dolly on a new rendition of the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer’s 1977 hit “Light of a Clear Blue Morning,” along with country icon and actress Reba McEntire, country superstar Lainey Wilson, and hip-hop icon and actress Queen Latifah.
Dynamite! BTS announces where they’ll be performing in 2026
BTS has announced where and when fans will be able to see them perform on their upcoming world tour, which kicks off in April and runs through 2027. The trek will include 79 shows across 34 regions. The tour begins in South Korea on April 9 before moving on to Japan and then North America. The reunited K-pop superstars will play 28 shows over 12 cities, starting on April 25 in Tampa, Florida. The first North American leg ends May 27 with a three-night stand in Las Vegas. BTS will then return on Aug.
Nerf Knights Forever (Awkward Tuesday Phone Call) | Brooke and Jeffrey
VIDEO Source: YouTube 99.9% of boyfriends would NEVER ask their girlfriends what Steven asked his. Now he wants our help with an Awkward Tuesday Phone Call! Make sure to subscribe to us on iHeartRadio, or anywhere you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode! https://www.facebook.com/brookeandjeffrey https://www.instagram.com/brookeandjeffrey/ https://www.brookeandjeffrey.com/
Meghan Trainor swears she’s innocent amid ongoing mom group drama
Meghan Trainor continues to insist that she has nothing to do with all the “toxic mom group” drama. After Ashley Tisdale French accused the members of her mom group of Mean Girl behavior, fans began speculating about who treated her poorly, as the mom group reportedly ncludes Mandy Moore, Hilary Duff and Meghan.
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Louis Tomlinson says some One Direction songs are now too ‘raunchy’ for him to sing
When Louis Tomlinson kicks off his upcoming solo world tour in March, chances are he’ll include some One Direction songs in his set list — but they may not be the ones you want to hear. Why? Louis says they’re too dirty for him to sing. Louis tells Billboard, “I like to pick one that I wrote — but the biggest challenge is finding a lyric that feels all right to sing as a 34-year-old guy.
Music notes: Nick Jonas, Camila Cabello and more
Despite what some people may think, Nick Jonas‘ guitar is plugged in when he’s onstage. After an Instagram user shared a video of Nick playing guitar during DNCE‘s “Cake by the Ocean” at a Jonas Brothers tour stop — implying he wasn’t actually playing — his guitar tech stepped in to defend his boss.
Taylor Swift scores 10-week #1 as ‘Stranger Things’ star joins her in top 10
Back in 2024, Stranger Things star Joe Keery aka Djo told The Spoutpodcast that he was shocked when Taylor Swift told him she was a fan of his song “End Of Beginning.” Now Joe’s in the top 10 alongside Taylor. Thanks to the final episode of Stranger Things, “End of the Beginning” has experienced a massive streaming boost, jumping from #16 to #6 on the Billboard Hot 100. It’s Djo’s first top-10 hit; it previously peaked at #11 in March 2024.
Kelly Clarkson acknowledges that the past year has been ‘a lot’ for her family
In 2025, Kelly Clarkson‘s ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, the father of her children River Blackstock and Remy Blackstock,passed away from cancer at age 48.
Charlie Puth announces Whatever’s Clever! World Tour
Charlie Puth touring the world? Sure — whatever’s clever. The “Changes” star will kick off the Whatever’s Clever! World Tour April 22 in San Diego. The U.S. legs wraps up June 13 in Houston, before Charlie heads overseas to the U.K. and Europe. During his North American run, Charlie will play theaters and arenas, including New York’s Madison Square Garden and LA’s Kia Forum. Opening acts include Daniel Seavey and Lawrence.
Cryptic Harry Styles website offers more proof that he’s about to return
Remember back in 2022, when a cryptic website called YouAreHome.com turned out to be a preview for Harry Styles‘ album Harry’s House? Well, it’s 2026 and another cryptic website is seemingly announcing that Harry is well and truly back. The website is called WeBelongTogether.co, which consists of a video of a crowd at a show. If you click it, you’re taken to a website titled HSHQ, which displays a phone number. If you click on that, it prompts you to text “we belong together.
Pop stars + boygenius = a winning combination for Chappell Roan, Sombr
Chappell Roan and Sombr have showed they’re both fans of the members of Grammy-winning indie-rock supergroup boygenius. Sombr has shared a cover of “Motion Sickness” by boygenius member Phoebe Bridgers for BBC Radio 1’s Piano Sessions series. The stripped-down rendition featured sombr singing lead vocals while backed only by a piano. Meanwhile, Chappell joined boygenius member Lucy Dacus onstage at a benefit concert in LA on Saturday.
Ariana Grande ‘open’ to being in Jennifer Lawrence & Emma Stone’s Miss Piggy movie
Ariana Grande has quite a few acting roles on her plate right now, but she’s says she’s “open” to one more. Speaking to Entertainment Tonight on the Golden Globes red carpet Sunday night, Ariana reacted to a rumor that she’s joining the Miss Piggy film that Jennifer Lawrence and Emma Stone are producing for Disney. “I mean, I’m open,” said Ari, who revived her signature ponytail for the evening.
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