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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 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.
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.
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.
Tennessee state Rep. Justin Jones brought resolutions to honor Paramore and Allison Russell for their Grammy wins, but Rep. Jeremy Faison objected to Russell's resolution, prompting accusations of racism. Paramore rejected an honor from the Tennessee House until Russell is recognized, with lead singer Hayley Williams calling out the "blatant racism" of state leadership. Russell, a folk musician and activist, has been critical of Tennessee's Republican lawmakers and organized a benefit concert in response to legislation she deemed as "legislative terrorism." Jones, who introduced the resolutions, attempted to address the issue on the House floor during Black History Month, but was interrupted and cut off by the House Speaker.
Paramore rejected an honor from the Tennessee government for their Grammy win after fellow winner Allison Russell was not given the same recognition, citing the state leadership's "blatant racism." The band criticized House Republicans for only acknowledging their win and blocking Russell's honor, vowing to continue advocating for equality in voting.
Paramore rejects a Tennessee House resolution honoring their Grammy wins after a lawmaker objected to a similar honor for singer/songwriter Allison Russell, accusing the Republican-led House of "blatant racism." Frontwoman Hayley Williams denounced the decision and stated that the band would not accept any acknowledgment until Russell is given the same recognition, emphasizing the importance of equality and encouraging young people to vote with equality in mind.
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 rejects an honor from Tennessee's House of Representatives in solidarity with singer Allison Russell, who was not given the same recognition despite her recent Grammy win, citing "blatant racism" in the decision. Frontwoman Hayley Williams denounced the state leadership's actions as "embarrassing and cruel," while the House Republican Caucus Chair defended the decision, leading to a public dispute. Russell and Paramore have expressed support for each other, with Russell reposting articles about Paramore's response and emphasizing the need for change in Tennessee.
Paramore has rejected a Tennessee resolution honoring their recent Grammy wins after the state's GOP-led House of Representatives snubbed fellow winner Allison Russell, a Black country singer. The band criticized the "blatant racism" of the state's leadership and vowed not to accept any acknowledgment until Russell is given the same recognition. This comes after House Republican Jeremy Faison led the effort to nix the resolution honoring Russell, sparking controversy and drawing attention to racial disparities in the recognition of musicians.
Paramore announces their decision to continue as independent artists after their contract with Atlantic Records ends, expressing excitement for a long career in the music industry. The band will serve as official Record Store Day ambassadors for 2024 and recently won two Grammy Awards. They also plan to perform at Lollapalooza Brasil and join Taylor Swift for the "Eras Tour."
Paramore, now independent after concluding their 20-year tenure at Atlantic Records, has been appointed as the 2024 Record Store Day Ambassadors. The band emphasized the importance of independent record stores and expressed excitement about their new role. They also hinted at a potential exclusive release for the occasion, marking the beginning of their "next era" as an independent band.
Billy Joel makes a long-awaited return to pop with his first new rock song in nearly two decades, "Turn the Lights Back On," expressing longing and regret in a stately piano ballad. Scottish indie-pop band Camera Obscura releases "Big Love," a foot-stomping single after an 11-year hiatus, while Paramore offers "Burning Down the House."
WWE star Bayley, who recently won the women's Royal Rumble match, is campaigning for rock band Paramore to perform her entrance theme at WrestleMania 40. She has previously requested to use Paramore's songs as her theme music and is using the hashtag #ParamoreForMania to advocate for the band. Bayley will reveal the world champion she wants to face at WrestleMania 40 on "WWE SmackDown," after being confronted by Women's World Champion Rhea Ripley on "WWE Raw."
Paramore cancels upcoming festival appearances in Mexico City, Bogotá, and São Paulo due to unforeseen circumstances, with Kings of Leon replacing them at the events. The band's cancelations have sparked speculation, but sources confirm it's due to scheduling conflicts, not a breakup. Despite the setbacks, Paramore is set to open for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in Europe and has teased a cover of "Burning Down The House" for a Talking Heads tribute album.