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Ariana Grande addresses decision to take break from public life: ‘I made it a long time ago’

In a prepared note read to fans during tour, singer said hiatus ‘was not a reactive or impulsive thing’

The Independent UK · Aug 4

Ariana Grande: Decision to step back from spotlight not an impulsive thing

The singer has broken her silence on her decision to take a break from the public eye.

Evening Standard · Aug 4

Taylor Swift Alleged High School Ex Leaves Millions Fooled Before Revealing One Cropped Photo Changed Everything

A viral post made fans think a man was Taylor Swift's high school ex, but a cropped photo revealed the surprising truth behind the joke.

International Business Times UK · Aug 4

“I was struggling at home and struggling on tour. I’ve had a real problem with alcohol again”: Inspired by a Neil Peart quote, Napalm Death’s Shane Embury embraced his prog tendencies to search his soul

The bassist’s desire to “jump into the unknown” inspired Bridge To Revolution, his most progressive album yet, as the Rush fanatic continues work on his Cardiacs-inspired project

Metal Hammer · Aug 4

Foreigner launch thousand-dollar VIP tickets that allow fans to sit onstage during shows

Celebrate Foreigner's 50th anniversary by getting up close with the current lineup

Louder · Aug 4

Superstar magician Penn Jillette has a wild secret rock 'n' roll past that no-one ever talks about, and the "bloody scars" to prove it

Friends with the Ramones and Lou Reed, ex-boyfriend of Debbie Harry, and underground rock musician, Penn Jillette is a Las Vegas entertainment legend with a rock 'n' roll past

Louder · Aug 3

Quote of the day by Justin Bieber: 'But the grass ain’t always greener on the other side, It’s...' Life lessons from motivational quote on personal responsibility, contentment, and active effort

Quote of the day by Justin Bieber reminds people that success and happiness come from caring for their own lives instead of comparing themselves with others. The quote encourages personal responsibility, daily effort, and contentment. It also highlights the importance of investing time in relationships, work, and personal growth. The…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Two-time Eurovision winner Loreen ‘truly sorry’ after postponing European tour including UK dates

The 42-year-old Swedish singer was due to perform at a number of UK venues

The Independent UK · Aug 3

Two-time Eurovision winner Loreen postpones European tour including UK gigs

The singer posted about her tour plans on Instagram.

Evening Standard · Aug 3

“Seal said to me while we were doing the first album, ‘I’ve got this song - it’s a bit like Greensleeves.’ I was like, ‘that sounds interesting’”: Trevor Horn on the waltz-time song with the "crazy" vocal harmonies that gave Seal a '90s US number one

"I was like, ‘Man, I don’t know where you thought of this stuff – it’s brilliant'"

MusicRadar · Aug 3