Arts Apr 28 Taylor Swift files new trademark applications. One expert says it is to curb AI threats By Maria Sherman, Associated Press
Politics Apr 15 Ticketmaster and Live Nation had monopoly over big concert venues, jury finds A Manhattan federal jury deliberated for four days before reaching its decision Wednesday in the closely watched case, which gave fans the equivalent of a backstage pass to a business that dominates live entertainment in the U.S. and beyond. By Larry Neumeister, Associated Press
World Apr 07 Rapper Ye blocked from entering Britain to headline festival The rapper formerly known as Kanye West has been barred from entering the U.K., where he was scheduled to perform at the Wireless Festival in July. By Jill Lawless, Associated Press
Arts Apr 06 Watch 7:08 People in recovery find a fresh start by crafting Troublesome Creek instruments In eastern Kentucky, the heritage of folk and traditional music, rooted in instruments like guitars, mandolins and dulcimers, is deeply seated. There's an effort to capitalize on this rich culture while providing a fresh start for people in addiction recovery. By Jeffrey Brown, Sam Weber
Arts Feb 19 Watch 7:08 Lucinda Williams channels earlier protest music era on new album Lucinda Williams has been making music for decades. With her new album, she's speaking and singing to this moment, calling it a battle cry and finding grit and grace in a world on edge. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown sat… By Jeffrey Brown, Anne Azzi Davenport, Jenna Bloom
Feb 10 Watch 7:19 Opera singer Denyce Graves takes her final bow on stage By Jeffrey Brown, Anne Azzi Davenport, Jenna Bloom After singing on the world’s top opera stages for more than 40 years, acclaimed mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves took a final bow last month and is pivoting to teaching the next generation. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown joined Graves in the… Continue watching
Feb 09 Watch 8:19 The cultural impact of Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show By Amna Nawaz, Jackson Hudgins Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show delivered a powerful message and made international headlines. The show was dense with symbolism, including messages of Puerto Rican pride and independence. But it also quickly became a magnet for criticism from President Trump. Continue watching
Feb 02 How music's biggest stars protested Trump's immigration crackdown at the Grammys By James Pollard, Associated Press Entertainment's awards season has coincided with the Trump administration's mass deportation campaign in Minneapolis, forcing artists to decide whether and how to join the growing cultural revolt against immigration crackdowns. Continue reading
Feb 02 Bad Bunny wins album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards, making history for a Spanish-language album By Maria Sherman, Associated Press Many artists used their time on stage to spread a pro-immigration and anti-ICE message. Continue reading
Feb 01 How to watch the 68th annual Grammy Awards By Maria Sherman, Associated Press The 68th annual Grammy Awards will take place Sunday with a dramatically different tone than last year and where Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny and more will go head-to-head. Continue reading