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KPop Demon Hunters won two Golden Globes at the 83rd ceremony: Best Animated Motion Picture and Best Original Song (Motion Picture) for the track 'Golden,' besting competitors like Demon Slayer and Wicked.
Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters won the Golden Globes for Best Original Song for 'Golden,' with EJAE, Mark Sonnenblick and Lee Hee-joon accepting; EJAE spoke about overcoming rejection to inspire others, and co-director Maggie Kang became the first Asian woman to win in animation, as the film also claimed Best Animated Feature.
Kpop Demon Hunters and their co-writers won the 2026 Golden Globes Best Original Song for “Golden,” beating nominees including Miley Cyrus and other composers; it marked their first Globes nomination and win, with lead singer Ejae delivering a heartfelt speech about overcoming rejection. Ludwig Göransson also won Best Original Score for Sinners, while presenters at the ceremony included Miley Cyrus, Blackpink’s Lisa, and Snoop Dogg.
Miley Cyrus has written a song called 'Musical Medicine' for the upcoming film Avatar: Fire And Ash, inspired by her personal experience with fire and rebuilding, and she feels honored to be part of the project alongside other artists like The Weeknd.
Emmy Russell, granddaughter of country music legend Loretta Lynn, delivered an emotional barefoot performance of her original song "Skinny" on "American Idol," leading to tears and praise from the judges. The moving performance secured her a spot in the final 14, showcasing her talent as a songwriter and vocalist.
Loretta Lynn's granddaughter, Emmy Russell, impresses "American Idol" judges with her original song "Want You," earning praise for her emotional performance and songwriting skills. As a third-generation country performer, Russell is carving her own path in the music industry and is determined to make her mark. The judges, including Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie, lauded her performance, with Richie declaring her song a hit record and praising her as an incredible songwriter. Russell's journey on "American Idol" reflects the show's success in nurturing country music talent, with Bryan expressing his commitment to the show's role in developing successful artists.
Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell made Oscar history by becoming the youngest and second-youngest people ever to win a second Oscar for their original song "What Was I Made For?" from the movie "Barbie." Eilish, 22, and O’Connell, 26, previously won an Oscar for the James Bond theme song "No Time to Die." Eilish's win makes her one of the youngest Oscar winners, and they beat out other nominees including another song from "Barbie."
Loretta Lynn's granddaughter, Emmy Russell, auditioned on American Idol with an emotional original song about an eating disorder, stunning the judges and earning a ticket to Hollywood. The 24-year-old initially downplayed her familial connection to the country music icon before revealing her identity, leaving the judges visibly surprised. Despite the pressure of her family legacy, the judges praised Emmy's songwriting talent and encouraged her to embrace her own path. Loretta Lynn, a legendary country music singer, passed away in October 2022, leaving an indelible mark on the music world.
Ryan Gosling expresses openness to performing at the Oscars, despite not being asked yet, and credits the success of "Barbie" to Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie's vision. The film, in which he plays Ken, has garnered eight Oscar nominations, including best original song for "I'm Just Ken." Gosling also acknowledges his partner Eva Mendes' influence in helping him relate to the character and emphasizes the film's artistic significance beyond being a summer blockbuster.
Billie Eilish, Jon Batiste, and Diane Warren are among the nominees for best original song at the 2024 Oscars, with Eilish leading the pack for her track "What Was I Made For?" from Barbie. The tight race pushed out top acts like Lenny Kravitz and Dua Lipa, while surprise contender "Wahzhazhe" from Killers of the Flower Moon also made the cut. In the best original score category, nominees include Laura Karpman, John Williams, Ludwig Göransson, Jerskin Fendrix, and the late Robbie Robertson. Additionally, the documentary feature film category saw music-related recognition for "Bobi Wine: The People’s President."
Efforts are being made to get Ryan Gosling's song "I'm Just Ken" from the movie "Barbie" nominated for Best Original Song at the Oscars. Gosling released an EP featuring three new versions of the song, including a Christmas-themed remix. However, the push for the song contradicts the messaging of the movie, which is centered on Margot Robbie's Barbie. The song's nomination could potentially knock out another more deserving, female-led track from the "Barbie" soundtrack.
Bethesda has collaborated with Imagine Dragons to create an original song called "Children of the Sky (a Starfield song)" to promote the launch of their upcoming game, Starfield. The song's lyrics reflect the game's themes and can be streamed on various platforms. This is not the first time a high-profile band has created music for a video game, as Imagine Dragons previously wrote a song for the League of Legends TV series. Starfield preorders are currently discounted, and the game will be released on August 31 for certain editions and September 5 for others.
Meryl Streep's guest appearance on Hulu's Only Murders in the Building has captivated viewers with her acting and singing. In the latest episode, Streep performed an original song called "Look for the Light," written by Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Sara Bareilles. The song received widespread praise, with viewers expressing their desire for a full album. Streep's performance has been hailed as one of her best in recent years, and it has put her in the running for an Emmy Award. Only Murders in the Building, starring Steve Martin and Selena Gomez, streams new episodes on Hulu.
Meryl Streep and Ashley Park's rendition of "Look for the Light" from season three of Only Murders in the Building, written by Sara Bareilles, Benj Pasek, and Justin Paul, has been released on streaming platforms. The song is part of a season three soundtrack featuring new music from Broadway names like Marc Shaiman and an original score by Siddhartha Khosla. Bareilles expressed excitement about collaborating with Streep and praised her musicality, while Pasek and Paul called her a dream collaborator. The new season's storyline revolves around a Broadway murder investigation.
Meryl Streep impresses viewers with her acting and singing in the third season of Hulu's "Only Murders in the Building." In a recent episode, Streep performed an original song called "Look for the Light," which received widespread acclaim. The song was written by Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Sara Bareilles and also featured Ashley Park. Streep's performance has sparked excitement among fans, with many expressing their desire for a full album. "Only Murders in the Building" stars Steve Martin, Selena Gomez, and Martin Short and streams new episodes on Hulu.