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Randy Travis drops the track ‘Horses In Heaven’

Randy Travis released his second new single in less than a year, “Horses in Heaven.”  Much like his single “Where That Came From” of last year, it will feature an AI-generated reproduction of Travis’s legendary voice, allowing fans to hear him sing once again despite the stroke that took his ability to perform over a decade ago.

The country legend shared via social media: “When I began my recovery almost 12 years ago many things changed, but one thing stayed the same – my desire to share new music and create new memories. I’m grateful to have the opportunity to continue doing that thanks to family, friends, fans, and God’s grace. After my last release I told you there would be more where that came from, and I’m excited to jump back in the saddle and release a brand-new recording, ‘Horses In Heaven.’ I still remember the first time I stepped into those stirrups as a little boy, and my horses have been family to me ever since.  This song is a special one, and I can’t wait for all of you to hear it. ”

Fans can catch Travis on the road alongside guest vocalist James Dupre – who performs his songs by his side – on the More Life Tour, a musical celebration of Travis with his original band and all of the hits. For tickets, head to Randy’s website.

Stream Horses in HeavenHERE.

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Kip Moore shares video for ‘Around You’ ahead of upcoming album

Kip Moore has shared his new song “Around You,” the latest sneak-peek from his upcoming album, Solitary Tracks.  

Moore has also announced Canada dates for his Solitary Tracks World Tour, which will be followed by US tour dates this summer with Billy Currington. The run will kick off in June in Florida and take them through Los Angeles, San Diego, Virginia, Texas, North Carolina, and more. Moore will take his Solitary Tracks World Tour across Europe and the UK this spring as well.

Check out the video for ‘Around You’ – HERE.
Pre-order the album Solitary TracksHERE.

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Jack Black and Paul Rudd announce cast of ‘Anaconda’ reboot

Sony Pictures announced the cast of the upcoming Anaconda reboot in a YouTube clip, which saw film stars Paul Rudd and Jack Black singing the names of the actors appearing in the film.

Black sings: “We gotta kill that snake, and the snake inside. Gotta kill it. We’re gonna break its neck and cook it a the stove. And when we bring that snake back home, we’re gonna have ourselves a movie.”

Thandiwe Newton, Steve Zahn, Selton Mello and Daniela Melchior will join Black and Rudd in the new movie (the original 1997 film featured Jennifer Lopez, Ice Cube, Eric Stoltz and Jon Voight.)

Per Variety, the new Anaconda follows the mishaps a friend group encounters in the jungle as they seek to film a new version of movie they enjoyed when they were younger.

Anaconda opens in theaters Christmas Day; see the video clip: HERE.

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Legendary R&B vocalist Roberta Flack dies at age 88

Legendary R&B vocalist Roberta Flack has died at the age of 88.

According to a statement from her rep: “We are heartbroken that the glorious Roberta Flack passed away this morning, February 24, 2025. She died peacefully surrounded by her family. Roberta broke boundaries and records. She was also a proud educator.”  A formal cause of death was not shared, but the music artist had been navigating ALS since 2022, causing her to lose her ability to sing (per NBC News.)

The Grammy-winning artist, who rose to stardom in the early ’70s with the iconic hit songs “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” and “Killing Me Softly With His Song,” started playing piano as a girl and earned herself a Howard University scholarship at just 15 years old. Eventually, she became a teacher, and sang in Washington D.C. clubs before releasing her first album, First Take, in 1969. It included the song “The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face,” which became popular after it appeared in Clint Eastwood’s Play Misty for Me, and earned the singer two Grammy awards.

Flack was honored with a Hollywood Walk of Fame star in 1999, and she later developed the Roberta Flack School of Music for the Bronx’s Hyde Leadership Charter School. Flack was married to jazz musician Steve Novosel from 1966 to 1972, and was the godmother of musician Bernard Wright, who died in May 2022.

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SAG Awards 2025: See the full list of winners

The 31st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards (SAGs’) were streamed live on Netflix Sunday, Feb. 23, hosted by Kristen Bell from the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles.

The top prizes of the night went to the casts of Shōgun, Only Murders in the Building and Conclave. Timothée Chalamet picked up the Best Actor in a Film trophy for A Complete Unknown, and Demi Moore won the Best Actress in a film award for The Substance. Kieran Culkin was named Best Supporting Actor in a Film for A Real Pain, and Zoe Saldana earned the SAG award for Best Supporting Actress in a Film for Emilia Pérez.

Shōgun stars Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai were also honored individually, winning the Best Actor and Actress in a Drama Series. Jean Smart earned the SAG Award for Best Actress in a Comedy Series for Hacks, and Martin Short was named Best Actor in a Comedy Series for Only Murders in the Building — which also earned the award for Best Ensemble in a Comedy Series.

For the full list of 2025 SAG Award winners, head HERE.

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Vatican says Pope Francis remains in ‘critical’ condition with early kidney failure

The press office for the Vatican said Sunday that Pope Francis, 88, has suffered from some kidney failure as he recovers from double pneumonia.  The Pope’s condition remained “critical” on Sunday, but according to the Vatican the pontiff hasn’t experienced any more “respiratory crises” since Saturday evening.

In its latest update on Sunday afternoon, the Vatican said the pope was given two units of concentrated red blood cells “with benefit and an increase in hemoglobin level. Thrombocytopenia has remained stable; however, some blood tests show an initial, slight, renal insufficiency, which is under control. High-flow oxygen therapy through the nasal cannula is continuing. The Holy Father continues to be vigilant and well oriented. The complexity of the clinical picture, and the time needed for the pharmacological therapies to produce results, mean that the prognosis remains uncertain.”

On the Pope’s official account on X, he shared on Sunday: “I have been particularly struck by the letters and drawings from children. Thank you for your closeness, and for the consoling prayers I have received from all over the world!”

Pope Francis has reportedly remained in good spirits and is not on any life support machines apart from oxygen during asthmatic episodes. He has now been hospitalized for over a week, with doctors telling reporters that their biggest concern is that the bacteria from his lung infections could enter his bloodstream and cause sepsis. Gemelli Hospital doctors have stated that his illness is not life-threatening, with Dr. Sergio Alfieri sharing: “Is he out of danger? No. But if the question is ‘is he in danger of death’, the answer is ‘no’.”

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Ukrainian Pres. Zelenskyy says he would give up presidency in exchange for peace or NATO membership

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said at a press conference in Kyiv on Sunday he would be willing to step down from the presidency if doing so meant peace for Ukraine — adding he would also do so if it meant Ukraine would be granted NATO membership.

Zelenskyy made the comments on Sunday during a forum of government officials in Kyiv (marking the three-year anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine): “If it is peace for Ukraine, and if you really want me to leave my post, I’m ready. Alternatively, I can trade this for NATO membership, if such conditions exist, immediately, so we don’t have lengthy discussions. I’m focusing on Ukraine’s security today, not in 20 years. And I don’t intend to stay in power for decades. This is my focus and my greatest aspiration.”

Zelenskyy’s statements come amid an ongoing public dispute with President Donald Trump, after the U.S. and Russia resumed high-level talks last week with several senior Trump administration officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, met with Russian officials in Saudi Arabia. Trump accused Zelenskyy of being a “dictator without elections”. Their war or words escalated last week when Trump suggested that the Ukrainian president was responsible for starting the war between Russia. In response, the Ukrainian president accused Trump of living in a “disinformation bubble” and pushing Kremlin talking points.

When asked about Trump on Sunday, Zelenskyy told reporters in Ukrainian: “we are partners and I want him on our side  There is no space for emotions. I have pragmatic position. I can’t name these words a compliment, but what can I do? I am the elected president by 73% of Ukrainian people. After the martial law, there will be elections. Perhaps he will say something good about me. It is more important what Ukrainians think about me.”

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See Parker McCollum in the video for ‘What Kinda Man’

Parker McCollum has shared his new music video for “What Kinda Man,” directed by CMA and ACM-Award winner Dustin Haney.

The cinematic clip fatures McCollum spinning tires and sinking shots in a game of pool, while performing the song’s lyrics.  Shares McCollum: “Excited for y’all to see this one! Working with Dustin has been such an incredible creative partnership. He has such a great eye for what I’m trying to accomplish and always over delivers. This video for ‘What Kinda Man’ was a whole lot of fun to make and I hope y’all enjoy it.”

“What Kinda Man” is the follow-up to McCollum’s four consecutive #1 singles (“Pretty Heart,” “To Be Loved By You,” “Handle On You,” and “Burn It Down”) and his first new music released in 2025.

Check out the video for ‘What Kinda Man’ – HERE.

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Kane Brown shares the video for ‘Gorgeous’

Kane Brown has released the video for “Gorgeous,” an acoustic ballad from his new album, The High Road.

Gorgeous is a heartfelt and intimate tribute to his wife Katelyn, who sings on two songs among the 18 tracks on “The High Road.” Brown previously released the tracks “Body Talk” (with Katelyn), as well as “Fiddle in the Band,” “Backseat Driver,” “Miles On It” (with Marshmello), and the Phil Collins-inspired anthem “I Can Feel It.”

In March, Brown will kick off his headlining “The High Road Tour” featuring Mitchell Tenpenny, Scotty McCreery, Ashley Cooke and Dasha joining Brown on select dates.

See the music video for ‘Gorgeous’ – HERE.
Stream The High RoadHERE.

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Mel B rejoins ‘America’s Got Talent’ after departure of Heidi Klum

Spice Girls alum Mel B is returning to the “America’s Got Talent” judges panel for the reality competition’s 20th season. Mel joins “AGT” veterans Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel and Sofía Vergara alongside host Terry Crews.

Mel B’s return coincides with longtime judge Heidi Klum’s hiatus from the series. Klum, who joined “AGT” in 2013, judged on Seasons 8-13. After a hiatus for Season 14, the German model returned to the NBC show for a four-year stint for Seasons 15-19.  Mel B was also brought on for “AGT’s” eighth season, following the departure of Sharon Osbourne. The singer exited the series alongside Klum after Season 13.

Mel B also appeared on the “AGT” spinoffs “America’s Got Talent: The Champions” and “AGT: Fantasy League” in 2019 and 2024, respectively.

Season 20 of “AGT” premieres May 27 on NBC at 8 p.m. ET/PT.

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