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OutKick columnist Austin Perry argues the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s latest nominees are top‑heavy with non‑rock acts and overlook major rock/metal bands, calling the branding misleading. He suggests renaming it to a broader “Music Hall of Fame” and rethinking inductees to better reflect the rock genre’s legacy, noting debates over Madonna, ABBA, Tupac, Mariah Carey, and others as examples of the Hall’s evolving (and controversial) identity.
Billy Steinberg, the prolific songwriter behind hits for Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, the Bangles and more, died at 74 after a cancer battle; teamed with Tom Kelly to pen chart-toppers like Like a Virgin, True Colors, So Emotional and I’ll Stand By You, later continued writing with Rick Nowels and Josh Alexander, and was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2011.
Billy Steinberg, the prolific songwriter who co-wrote Madonna’s Like a Virgin, Cyndi Lauper’s True Colors and other ’80s anthems, died in California after a long cancer battle, aged 75. A longtime collaborator with Tom Kelly, he penned hits for Whitney Houston, The Bangles, Heart and more, was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2011, and left a lasting legacy as a lyricist and hitmaker across generations.
Ringer critic Adam Nayman analyzes Charli XCX’s The Moment as a sharp meditation on fame and persona, placing it in a long lineage of pop-star cinema from Madonna to David Bowie and Lady Gaga. The film satirizes the gaze of the industry while showcasing Charli’s growing acting presence and suggesting she’s beginning a rebranding as a film-ready artist within this tradition.
Madonna is embracing her attraction to younger men, showcasing her provocative style in a Dolce & Gabbana campaign and dating 29-year-old Akeem Morris, with whom she shares a close relationship. Despite concerns from her friends about her pattern of dating significantly younger men, Madonna remains confident and focused on her personal and professional life, influenced by her current relationship and her spiritual beliefs.
The article highlights highly anticipated album releases in 2026 from artists like BTS, Madonna, Olivia Rodrigo, and others, covering a diverse range of genres including pop, rock, emo, and hip-hop, with some albums still untitled and release dates to be confirmed.
Madonna shared a series of festive photos on Instagram, including family Christmas images and more provocative, NSFW lingerie shots with her boyfriend Akeem Morris, highlighting her bold holiday celebration at age 67.
Madonna criticized President Trump for directing government agencies not to commemorate World AIDS Day, calling the decision 'unthinkable' and highlighting the ongoing human toll of AIDS, while the administration defended the move as a matter of strategy amidst cuts to health programs.
The Vatican has issued a decree clarifying that Mary is not a co-redeemer, emphasizing that Jesus alone saves humanity, in response to exaggerated Marian devotions spreading on social media. The move aims to prevent confusion and maintain doctrinal harmony, aligning with previous papal stances that oppose the title of co-redeemer for Mary.
Madonna revealed in a podcast interview that she contemplated suicide during her difficult custody battle with ex-husband Guy Ritchie over their son Rocco, and credited her spirituality and faith for helping her through the dark times. She also discussed reconnecting with her estranged brother and the importance of forgiveness and spiritual life for success.
Madonna discussed her journey of forgiveness towards her estranged brother Christopher, who died of cancer, highlighting how her near-death experience and spiritual beliefs helped her let go of grudges and find peace.
Madonna discusses her spiritual journey and its importance to her success and well-being in her first-ever podcast interview with Jay Shetty, emphasizing the role of spirituality in revealing light and guiding her through life's challenges.
Madonna is returning to Warner Records after nearly two decades to release a new dance album in 2026, her first full-length since 2019, and is reuniting with producer Stuart Price for a sequel to her 'Confessions on a Dance Floor' LP.
Madonna has rejoined Warner Records after nearly 20 years and is working on a new dance album set for release in 2026, her first in seven years, with producer Stuart Price, promising a high-energy, club-driven sound that could reignite her chart dominance.
Madonna announced a new dance album set for 2026, marking her return to Warner Records after nearly two decades, and reuniting with producer Stuart Price for her first album in seven years.