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Katy Perry’s video team had applied for permit, had “verbal approval” to shoot “Lifetimes” video, says label

Katy Perry’s video team had applied for permit, had “verbal approval” to shoot “Lifetimes” video, says label

Aidan CullenKaty Perry’s video for “Lifetimes” has made headlines in the past few days over an accusation by local officials that the production team wasn’t authorized to film on a protected part of the beach of S’Espalmador, a small, uninhabited island belonging to Spain. On Thursday Katy’s record label issued a statement to ABC Audio…read more »

Ed Sheeran buys stake in his hometown soccer team

Ed Sheeran buys stake in his hometown soccer team

Zac Goodwin/PA Images via Getty ImagesFor years Ed Sheeran’s friend and mentor Elton John was the chairman of his hometown soccer team, Watford F.C., and helped turn its fortunes around. Now it looks like Ed is following Elton’s footsteps: He’s decided he wants to do something more than just sit in the stands and cheer for his hometown…read more »

Halsey rocks out on new song “Lonely is the Muse”

Halsey rocks out on new song “Lonely is the Muse”

Columbia RecordsHalsey is rocking out on the latest track she’s shared from her upcoming album.The song is called “Lonely is the Muse,” a possible reference to her Tumblr account, which is called Tired and Lonely Muse. The song is reminiscent of her work with Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, or her 2019 collaboration with Bring…read more »

Katy Perry to perform, receive Video Vanguard Award at MTV VMAs

Katy Perry to perform, receive Video Vanguard Award at MTV VMAs

Jack BridglandThis year’s MTV VMA Video Vanguard Award will be presented to a woman with multiple iconic videos: Katy Perry.The “Lifetimes” star will also perform during the Sept. 11 show, marking her first time taking the stage at the VMAs since 2017, when she hosted and performed with Nicki Minaj. Katy’s appearance will come less than…read more »

Lady Gaga confirms Bruno Mars duet “Die With a Smile,” coming Thursday

Lady Gaga confirms Bruno Mars duet “Die With a Smile,” coming Thursday

Streamline/InterscopeAfter several hints — including wearing each others’ T-shirts — Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars have officially confirmed that they’re releasing a duet.Gaga has posted on Instagram a photo of herself and Bruno wearing coordinating blue and red retro-style outfits, along with the title of the song. As expected, it’s called “Die With a Smile.”  Gaga makes it clear in her…read more »