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Hayley Williams announced her first solo tour, 'Hayley Williams at a Bachelorette Party,' set for March to May 2026, revealing the dates via a leaked image after dropping her song 'Showbiz' from her album Ego Death. The tour includes North American dates and a European leg, marking her first solo trek in six years since her initial plans were disrupted by the pandemic.
Hayley Williams publicly revealed that she is calling out Morgan Wallen as the 'racist country singer' referenced in her song 'Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party,' following his past controversy involving a racial slur.
Hayley Williams confirmed that the 'racist country singer' referenced in her song 'Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party' is Morgan Wallen, calling him out explicitly in an interview with the New York Times. She has previously criticized Wallen's Nashville bar and openly challenged him, highlighting ongoing tensions. The album marks her first solo release as an independent artist after ending her deal with Warner/Atlantic, and she discussed Paramore's hiatus and their recent activities.
David Byrne is getting married to Mala Gaonkar and shared a wedding playlist of instrumental songs. He also released a new single with Hayley Williams, 'What Is the Reason for It?', from his upcoming album 'Who is the Sky?', and previewed it at a listening event. Byrne has a fall tour scheduled, and Williams recently released her solo album 'Ego Death At a Bachelorette Party'.
Hayley Williams has released her new solo album 'Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party,' featuring 17 tracks and a bonus song, available on streaming services and physically from November 7, with collaborations from longtime associates and contributions from Jim-E Stack.
Hayley Williams has officially released the sequenced version of her album 'Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party,' which includes 17 tracks plus an additional song, with various physical editions available for pre-order ahead of its November 7 release.
Hayley Williams has released a collection of 17 singles marking her first solo project since ending her contract with Atlantic, showcasing her independence, exploring her Southern roots, addressing mental health themes, and hinting at personal changes and possible relationship updates, all with a shift towards synth-pop sound.
Paramore's debut album 'All We Know Is Falling' marked a revolutionary moment in emo and pop-punk, showcasing the band's raw talent and empowering young women in the scene. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the album remains influential, highlighting Paramore's role in shaping the genre and inspiring future generations of musicians.
Hayley Williams publicly denounced the Christian music industry and expressed support for alleged victims of Michael Tait, criticizing the industry's handling of accusations of sexual assault and his struggles with sexual identity, amid recent revelations and Tait's own confession of misconduct.
Turnstile celebrated the release of their new album 'Never Enough' with a high-energy outdoor show in Brooklyn, featuring live debuts of new tracks, a surprise appearance by Hayley Williams, and a mix of hardcore roots and genre-defying moments, leaving fans eager for more.
Paramore's Hayley Williams rejected an honor from the Tennessee House of Representatives in solidarity with musician Allison Russell after the GOP blocked a resolution to honor Russell. Williams and Paramore will not accept any acknowledgment until Russell is given the same recognition, citing the state leadership's blatant racism as embarrassing and cruel. Russell, a talented musician and songwriter, has been vocal against anti-LGBTQ legislation in Tennessee and has received support from Williams and others in the music industry.
Paramore's Hayley Williams criticized Tennessee House Republicans for allowing a resolution honoring the band's Grammy win while blocking a similar resolution for Black musician Allison Russell. Williams called out the "blatant racism" of the state leadership and pledged to continue encouraging young people to vote with equality in mind. The resolution controversy highlights ongoing tensions between House Republicans and Rep. Justin Jones, who brought forth the resolutions.
A24 is working on a Stop Making Sense tribute album, and Paramore is one of the bands involved, with a teaser video showing Hayley Williams receiving David Byrne's giant suit and a cassette copy of the movie's soundtrack. The band's cover of Talking Heads' "Burning Down The House" will be featured on the album, following their recent album release and heavy touring.
Hayley Williams opens up about the challenges and uncertainties that Paramore faced while creating their latest album, "This Is Why," and reflects on the band's reunion and growth over the past 20 years. Williams discusses her personal journey, the band's evolving sound, their Grammy wins, and the anxiety of returning to the stage after a lung infection. She also explores the distinction between selfishness and self-preservation and expresses excitement for the future of Paramore.
Paramore's Hayley Williams reveals that her friendship with Taylor Swift was initiated by Swift's mom, Andrea, who approached Williams at a Grammy party and asked for her number because Taylor didn't have many friends her age in the music industry. Williams expressed admiration for Andrea and shared that their friendship is characterized by their signature thumbs-up pose in every photo. The two artists have remained close over the years, with Williams set to open for Swift on her upcoming Eras Tour.