John Lydon, also known as Johnny Rotten, expressed surprise and disappointment that his former bandmates in the Sex Pistols are not in contact with him, especially after the death of his wife Nora. The band members have had a long-standing feud, with recent reunions happening without Lydon, and he has no interest in reuniting with them. Lydon criticized the recent Pistol series and revealed ongoing tensions with his former bandmates, who have publicly distanced themselves from him.
Sabrina Carpenter criticized the White House for using her song in a video promoting ICE raids, calling it 'evil and disgusting,' as part of a broader backlash against the Trump administration's use of celebrities' content in immigration-related videos.
Olivia Rodrigo criticized the Department of Homeland Security for using her song in an ICE video promoting self-deportation, leading to a response from DHS urging her to thank law enforcement instead. This incident adds to her history of speaking out against immigration policies and her support for immigrant communities.
Lizzo is sued by GRC Trust for allegedly sampling their song 'Win or Lose (We Tried)' in her 2025 track 'I'm Goin' In Till October,' which was shared on social media but not commercially released. The trust claims unauthorized use for commercial gain, seeking damages and an injunction, amid previous music disputes involving Lizzo.
Country singer Zach Bryan responded to criticism from Kristi Noem and others over his lyrics about immigration and law enforcement, asserting his words were misunderstood and emphasizing the divisiveness in the U.S. political climate. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions between entertainers and conservatives regarding immigration policies and cultural issues.
Zach Bryan released a music snippet mentioning ICE raids, sparking controversy and divided reactions online amid ongoing immigration crackdowns in the U.S.
Taylor Swift responds to mixed reactions to her album 'The Life of a Showgirl,' embracing the chaos and emphasizing her artistic intent to reflect her current personality and experiences, while also celebrating the fun and mischievous side of her music.
D4vd, a rising Gen Z musician known for dark-themed songs, is under investigation after the body of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez was found in his Tesla trunk. The artist, who gained fame through social media and a multimillion-dollar record deal, remains silent amid the investigation, which is exploring possible connections between him and the victim. His career has been abruptly halted as authorities seek to understand the circumstances surrounding her death.
Sammy Hagar claims he was falsely portrayed as leaving Van Halen voluntarily, asserting he was pushed out and unfairly criticized by Eddie Van Halen, which caused ongoing tension and public disputes about their breakup.
Brent Hinds publicly confirmed he was kicked out of Mastodon and criticized his former bandmates on social media, while Mastodon continues their tour with a new guitarist, Nick Johnston.
Nicki Minaj and SZA are involved in a social media feud on X, with Minaj criticizing SZA and referencing a personal dispute involving ROC Nation's CEO, while SZA dismisses Minaj's comments, leading to confusion among fans.
AI-generated music on streaming platforms is producing increasingly provocative and controversial tracks like 'Taste My Ass' and 'I Caught Santa Claus Sniffing Cocaine,' making it harder for listeners to avoid such content, raising concerns about the influence of AI in entertainment and media.
Nick Cave declined to participate in a new Morrissey song that featured a provocative spoken-word intro, citing a desire to keep politics out of his music, despite being offered to sing or provide backing vocals. Cave appreciated the song but was uncomfortable with Morrissey's anti-woke speech, reflecting ongoing tensions around Morrissey's controversial views and musical activities.
Skillet frontman John Cooper criticizes Demi Lovato's pro-choice song 'Swine', calling it "pure narcissism" and "pure evil" for promoting abortion and sexual freedom. Cooper has a history of making controversial comments, previously facing backlash for comparing Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's performance to Adolf Hitler's speeches and questioning the authenticity of Rage Against The Machine's political opinions.
