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Behind the beats: Unveiling the unsung crew of the music industry

From rock 'n' roll to reggaeton, music shapes the world we live in. Most of us are familiar with the artist or composer, but what about the rest of the team that make your favorite songs a reality? Behind the scenes, there are dozens of individuals who come together to utilize their specific skill sets and contribute to the bigger picture of creating good music that people love and buy. This gallery looks at countless positions in the music industry that you might not have heard of before, but which are crucial to the process. Click through to explore the roles and responsibilities of the unsung heroes of music.

Singer-Focused Macy's Fireworks Telecast, Credits-Crunched Finale Ignite Complaints: ‘Disgraceful'

More like fire-didn’t-work, amirite? NBC and Peacock’s presentation of this year’s Macy's 4th of July Fireworks sparked a flurry of complaints from viewers who took issue with several deviations from the annual special’s tried-and-true formula. Produced by Grammy and Emmy winner Jason Howland and co-hosted by Zuri Hall (of NBCU’s Access Hollywood and American Ninja […]

Brad Pitt's movie about Formula 1 will simply be called 'F1'

LONDON (AP) — Brad Pitt's movie about Formula 1 coming to cinemas next year will simply be called “F1,” the racing series said Friday. Seven-time F1 champion Lewis Hamilton is a co-producer of the project, which collected footage at several F1 circuits around the world this year and last. Footage was taken at Silverstone — home of the British Grand Prix — and at the Hungaroring near Budapest; as well as the historic Spa Francorchamps in Belgium;...

The Shocking Truth About King George V's End

The royal family believed George V had passed in his sleep when his time came—but they didn't know the truth about that day.

Guillermo Del Toro Backs Campaign To Save Toronto's Revue Cinema

Pan’s Labyrinth filmmaker and Toronto resident Guillermo Del Toro has shared his support for an online campaign to save The Revue Cinema, the longest-running cinema in Toronto, Ontario. “Can you help save the REVUE, one of Canada’s most beloved, non-profit, cultural landmarks?” Del Toro tweeted Thursday afternoon to Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow. “If not you, […]

The 30 most essential cult films of all time

Cult classics include everything from major studio releases—particularly box office bombs—to low-budget independent films, but they all must have memorable characters, shocking scenes, and quotable dialogue. Check out this gallery of the most essential classics, and join their most fundamental element: the cult.

The entire world knows Vanessa Hudgens just welcomed her first child. She never got to share it.

Vanessa Hudgens is officially a mum, though she didn't get the chance to announce the news the way she had hoped. Every mother understands the vulnerability of giving birth, and for Hudgens, 35, the privacy of herself and her child was deeply violated when paparazzi snapped photos of her and father Cole Tucker leaving the hospital. Watch: Vanessa Hudgens raps Nicki ... Continued

Here Are the 20 Greatest Movies That Take Place on a Train

A subgenre with surprising versatility.

Missy Elliott wanted to 'push the envelope' with tour costumes

Missy Elliott wanted to "push the envelope" with her stage costumes for her first-ever headlining tour. The Work It rapper kicked off her Out of This World tour at the Rogers Arena in Vancouver, Canada, alongside Busta Rhymes, Ciara and Timbaland on Thursday night. She worked closely with her longtime collaborator, celebrity stylist June Ambrose, t...

Kendrick Lamar Takes More Shots at Drake and Whacks an OVO Owl Piñata in Victory Lap 'Not Like Us' Video — Watch!

The West Coast rap star dropped the video for his Drake diss track on Thursday, July 4

The best shows and movies about British politics

British politics can be pretty riveting stuff. As the UK has just elected a new prime minister by a landslide victory, it's only a matter of time until we see these events play out in TV and film. From 'Frost/Nixon' to 'Yes Minister', politics has always made good material for the screen. Take a look at some of the most memorable political dramas on British TV and film.

BAFTA winning comedian's beloved show to make shock return - seven years after being AXED

The series originally ran for five series and aired on the channel between 2013 and 2017.

'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?' Fans, There's a Brand-New Season Coming Soon

Prepare for tons of iconic celebrity appearances!

Aaliyah, the woman stealing the show from Germany at Euro 2024

'The Windsors' should not hold the British throne - Here's why.

These Actors Died On Set

There have been many tragic deaths in Hollywood—but some of them happened while the actors were still on the job. Here are the actors that have died on set.

Juliane Koepcke's Incredible Survival Story

When Juliane Koepcke finally came to a stop on the ground after her plane broke apart midair, she was miraculously still alive—but her nightmare was only beginning.

Slash Teases Further ‘Country Influence’ in His Music: ‘A Nashville Thing That's Gone Home with Me’ (Exclusive)

The artist also tells PEOPLE about how he secured Chris Stapleton's vocals on his latest album 'Orgy of the Damned'

Comedian Craig Ferguson puts his fairytale Scots castle up for sale

Comedian Craig Ferguson has put his luxury Scots castle up for sale for £3.95m after selling another stately home in Ayrshire.

Is 'Real Time With Bill Maher' New Tonight?

The talk/variety series "Real Time with Bill Maher," hosted by Bill Maher, has been running for nearly two decades now, and is showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, HBO has already renewed the series to continue through 2026. So don't expect Maher to leave airwaves anytime soon. Fans of the show may be wondering - is "Real Time with Bill Maher" new tonight? No, "Real Time" is not airing a new episode on Friday, July 5. Last week's episode,...

Things you didn't know about the 'Home Alone' movies

It's hard to believe that 'Home Alone' (1990) is over 30-years-old. What started out as a simple holiday film for families went on to smash box-office records, spawn a franchise that's now on its sixth movie, and make a superstar of actor Macaulay Culkin. The original movie is still required holiday viewing, and its sequel has stood the test of time, too. But before you cozy up for your festive 'Home Alone' fix, click through this gallery to discover some little-known facts about the films. Go on!

Inside billionaire Michael Rubin's A-list July 4 Hamptons White Party

The billionaire party king is expected to once again accommodate some big names this time around, including Kim Kardashian, Tom Brady and Emily Ratajkowski.

Bombshell as Second celebrity is linked to Matthew Perry drug death

The as-yet unnamed woman reportedly claimed to be sober but was described as a 'walking pharmacy' who would help the Friends star obtain ketamine.

Elvis Presley's Incredible Life in Photos

An up close and personal look at Rock 'n Roll's King. From the time Elvis Presley entered the music industry in 1955, he was different from everyone else. Teenagers flocked to his charismatic performances and soon The King toppled the Billboard charts. He made a lasting impression on not only the music industry, but pop culture as a whole. Here, we're taking a look back at the singer's groundbreaking 20-year music career, as well as his tumultuous personal life.

‘Despicable Me 4' Tops July 4th Box Office With $20.4 Million, ‘Inside Out 2' Crosses $500 Million Domestically

Fireworks, barbecues and Gru. That’s how many Americans celebrated the Fourth of July, as “Despicable Me 4” topped the box office, earning a commanding $20.4 million. The film, the latest entry in Universal and Illumination’s wildly successful franchise about a domesticated former supervillain, has earned $47.6 million in its first two days of release. It […]

‘The Chi' Boss on How That Major Finale Death Sets Up Season 7

[This story contains major spoilers from the season six finale of The Chi.] To say that Otis “Douda” Perry, played by Curtiss Cook, had a target on his back by numerous people on The Chi would be a major understatement. For five seasons on the Paramount+ with Showtime series Douda has served as the ultimate, […]

Behind the hit Thai movie 'How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies'!

Are Sam and Zara really on the rocks or was it all a desperate publicity stunt? Thompson claims he's a 'big softy' as he bickers with his girlfriend in toothpaste advert after breaking down in tears amid 'crisis talks'

It has been reported for weeks that the couple's relationship has been on the rocks amid crisis talks between the pair.

Celebrity Couples from 50 Years Ago You Forgot About

Celeb couples have always been a hot button topic for the gossip mags. Here are some from the 70s you might not remember.

Mae West Was The Queen Of Controversy

In 1926, Mae West wrote, directed, produced, and starred in a play titled Sex. The title was, of course, shocking, but the content was even more scandalous.

How BTS' Jin completed his military service

These Gabrielle Union Movies Will Make You Want to Grab a Pair of Pom-Poms

We totally forgot she starred in Bring It On!

Cher's Best Acting Roles, Ranked

Cher shines, whether singing on stage or acting on screen.

15 of Most Awkward 'American Idol' Moments Ever

These are downright

Rachel Reeves: Who is the UK's new chancellor?

In her maiden speech in the Commons in 2010, she vowed to fight for "jobs, growth and prosperity".

Most actors just pretend to be shady tough guys. George Raft was the real deal.

George Raft had a notorious past working for mobsters. It gave him a dark allure like no actor—yet few know this Hollywood heavy's twisted history.

Authors who hated their movie adaptations

From 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' to 'Lord of the Rings,' there are numerous movies based on books. A number of book-to-film adaptations are successful, winning Oscars and becoming cult classics, while others flop at the box office and are quickly forgotten. However, perhaps the biggest criticism comes from the authors themselves. Turns out there's plenty of authors who hated the Hollywood adaptations of their work. Acclaimed author James Ellroy has kept relatively quiet about the star-studded 1997 film adaptation of his novel 'L.A. Confidential' for more than two decades. The movie, directed by Curtis Hanson, starred Russell Crowe and Kim Basinger as the leads, along with Kevin Spacey, Guy Pearce, and James Cromwell. It was both a commercial and critical success, receiving nine Oscar nominations that year. Ellroy wasn't convinced, however. He has shared some misgivings about the movie over the years, and when Hanson died in 2016, he wrote a tribute to him that both praised his craftsmanship and described the film as "problematic." Ellroy recently spoke at the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books on April 22, and this time, he didn't hold back. “I think it’s turkey of the highest form. I think Russell Crowe and Kim Basinger are impotent. The director died, so now I can disparage the movie," he said in conversation with fellow crime author Michael Connelly. In the past, he explained in more diplomatic terms that he and Hanson's dramatic senses were always at odds, even though he respected him as an artist. Take a look at this gallery and meet the other novelists who weren't particularly pleased with these film adaptations.

‘Kill' Star Lakshya Defends Film's ‘Hardcore' Violence and Gore, Insists Movie Was Made With ‘Honesty' and ‘Sincerity'

SPOILER WARNING: This story contains descriptions of specific scenes in "Kill." "Kill" star Lakshya says his mother is very proud that he's starring in the new action movie. However, that doesn't mean she's actually watched the film. "She has seen the trailer and teaser, but she still has a little bit of a problem with […]

Captivating movies made in Hawaii

The Hawaiian Islands have served as Hollywood's favorite tropical back lot since way back in 1913, when two silent one-reelers, 'Hawaiian Love' and 'The Shark God,' both filmed on Oahu, became Tinseltown's first production made in the Pacific Ocean archipelago. Since then, endless movies have been shot partially or entirely in the state of Hawaii, the location often doubling up for another more remote and less accessible part of the world. Click through and say "Aloha" to these movies made in Hawaii.

20 HBO Shows You Totally Forgot Existed

Some of these may deserve a revisit.

Sabrina Carpenter breaks another UK chart record as Glastonbury acts get lift

Sabrina Carpenter breaks another UK chart record as Glastonbury acts get lift - Carpenter matches The Beatles, who also had three consecutive weeks at number one and two concurrently.

30 must-watch foreign films for your next movie marathon

Naturally, the world of cinema covers more than the Hollywood blockbusters. Indeed, there are hundreds of films that are produced around the globe every year, and some of them have even managed to garner international acclaim. But if you’re unsure of which foreign films are among the best to watch, you're in luck: we’ve taken the liberty of curating a list of some of the best! Intrigued? Click through this gallery to see which international movies will rock your cinematic world.

20 Old-School Action Movies That Are Underrated Classics

These action-packed thrillers prove that newer isn't always better.

Ellen DeGeneres Cancels 4 Shows During 2024 Stand-Up Tour

Four dates on Ellen DeGeneres' ongoing standup tour have been cancelled. According to the Tickemaster pages for "Ellen's Last Stand... Up," her dates in Dallas (July 10), San Francisco (July 21), Seattle (July 23) and Chicago (August 11) are now being listed as canceled. Two dates in Austin, the July 20 date in San Francisco, the July 22 date in Seattle and the August 10 date in Chicago are still set to happen. Representatives for DeGeneres did...

Guess Who! Former X Factor child star has lost his innocent image - and his fans love it: 'He's gone from cute to steamy'

He was just 14-years-old when he wowed fans as a contestant on X Factor back in 2013.

Lucky Daye Talks ‘Algorithm' Creative Process, Working With Bruno Mars & Teddy Swims | Billboard News

After songwriting for prolific artists including Beyoncé and Victoria Monét, Lucky Daye took the plunge to transition to being a solo artist in 2019. Since then, he's released four albums, with his most recent being Algorithm. Lucky Daye shares his creative process behind his newest release, working with Teddy Swims and Bruno Mars, his upcoming […]

These are the top-rated films produced around the world

Cinema reaches so far beyond the confines of Hollywood, and any cinephile limiting their movie-watching to a single language or region is missing out on a world of rich tales, intricate storytelling, and deeply nuanced adventures. Everyone, no matter where they're from, tells stories about love, loss, fantasy, violence, laughter, mystery, and romance, but the style of storytelling can vary in entirely innovative ways. Rave Reviews compiled a list of top films produced across 227 countries and territories around the world based on IMDb ratings, using films that were shot in the country instead only if there were no qualifying films produced there. So buckle in for a ride through some of the best international features, and get ready to mark these down in your watchlist.

Ed Sheeran announces 2025 European tour and will kick off concerts after launching scheme to help young musicians in UK schools - after previous shows raked in £400K A DAY

The singer, 33, will travel throughout Europe from May next year with shows in Spain , France , Italy , Germany , Norway, Switzerland, Belgium, Poland , Sweden , and Denmark.

All 28 Pixar Movies Ranked From Worst to Best

Do you agree? Let's start with this premise: Pretty much, Pixar movies are good. It's nearly impossible to find a studio with as good of a track record: Pixar has put out 28 feature-length movies since 1995, and none of them are total duds — each one has something to recommend, be it a technical achievement, an emotional ride or an unforgettable character. But that doesn't mean they're all created equal. Some dazzle with state-of-the-art visuals, others get the tears flowing and many of them make you feel good with tales of unlikely friendships. Here's the definitive ranking of all 28 Pixar feature films, listed from worst to best. If you have any gaps in your Pixar viewing, there’s never been a better time to catch up —or rewatch to see if you can spot all those Pixar Easter eggs! For one thing, all of the movies except for the newest, Inside Out 2, are available on Disney+. (Compare that to the longstanding Disney practice of “the vault,” where they took movies out of home-video circulation to increase demand for the VHS tapes and DVD/Blu-rays when they did become available.) Many are also available to rent through other services, like Amazon's Prime Video, though the prices vary by movie. And, if you're finished watching all those Pixar films and still need something good to watch with the kids, check out the best kids' movies of 2024. (And yes, Inside Out 2 is on the list, as are a couple of other Pixars that returned to theaters this year.)

Playboi Carti Spent ‘a Good Four Years' Perfecting New Album

"It's been crazy fun, just being able to wake up and he decides to drop a song you produced," Cardo said.