Brian Polson
Writer and lover of all things music. Pop culture maven and streaming aficionado. I probably already have an opinion on your favorite band or movie.
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Global Goal: Unite for Our Future lit up by Shakira’s guitar-fueled 'Sale El Sol': ‘Sun should come out for all’
"We must do everything we can to help avoid catastrophic damage," she said, adding, thousands of lives were at risk due to poverty and hunger and urged everyone to contribute to global relief efforts
Global Goal: Unite for Our Future kicks off with uplifting Jennifer Hudson performance as Dwayne Johnson hosts
Hudson began by encouraging us all to create good change in the world, before starting things off with a soothing number called 'Where Peaceful Waters Flow', made famous by Gladys Knight and the Pips
'I'm Coming Out': Nile Rodgers says he lied to Diana Ross about meaning of song as she thought it would end her
The disco-funk legend said that the song was originally vetoed by radio supremo Frankie Crocker, who told Ross that releasing the gay pride anthem could be career suicide
JoJo Siwa blasts haters after being outed for use of 'blackface' in 'Nonstop' video: 'They dressed as animals'
The popstar clarified that it was actually a performer in an animal costume for the circus-themed music video
'Untenable' Review: Bad Moves' dark yet uplifting power-pop opus is a remedy for our anxiety-ridden lives
Their second full-length studio offering shows how the band deals with the anxieties of living and times of constant crisis via 12 powerful power-pop tracks
'Mordechai' Review: Khruangbin's dreamy album is smooth funk psychedelia served with a dash of surf and soul
Featuring lyrics as a focal point for the first time ever, their song structures are sophisticated and multi-dimensional with musical concepts plucked from different corners of the globe
LGBTQ+ icons Elton John and Jonathan Van Ness discuss progress in fighting AIDS, stress need to keep testing
The legendary pop star met with the 'Queer Eye' poster boy to talk about a variety of issues in a recently unveiled pre-quarantine conversation on Instagram.
'Global Goal: Unite for Our Future' concert: How, when to watch, host and who's performing for Covid-19 relief
The concert will feature music performances, expert insights, and commitments from government and corporate leaders to support the COVID-19 response
'Stick That in Your Country Song': Eric Church reveals how the new track 'found itself', fans love his message
The country music star also revealed that the social commentary was about 'real people, real lives, real places... from the frontline to the food line'
'Riding With The King' 20th Anniversary Edition: Blues icons Eric Clapton and BB King unveil 2 new bonus tracks
It's a delight to revisit the exploits of these blues-rock legends and the two previously-unreleased bonus tracks are the cherry on top of this groovy reissued masterpiece
Pop star Lauv drops heartfelt 'Without You' EP accompanied by 'Dishes' music video
The four-track EP was written and produced during the coronavirus quarantine period in collaboration with Amy Allen, DallasK and Johnny Simpson, among others
SOAD: Serj Tankian defends John Dolmayan's pro-Trump stance, fans say band's music 'no longer feels authentic'
The System of a Down band members had made headlines for their radically opposing political views, with fans surprised to learn that Dolmayan was a Trump supporter
Eminem says he never meant for leaked Revolt TV diss track to be heard, surprised fans laud his maturity
Revolt TV had previously called out Eminem after the rapper was heard throwing barbs at Diddy's media outlet and host Joe Budden in the leaked 2019 Conway track 'Bang'
Jadakiss and Fabolous to locks horns in next Verzuz Instagram Live Battle, fans say it's 'gonna be dope'
The New York rappers have collaborated with each other in the past as friends, with both emcees dropping the hit album 'Friday On Elm Street' back in 2017
'Agricultural Tragic' Review: Corb Lund presents a groovy, melodic slice of life from his Canadian ranch days
According to Lund, this new album is 'hat it feels like to have six generations of cowboy heritage thrown into the crazy 21st Century urban setting. But I approach it with abandon and irreverence'
Pandemic Playlist: Top 5 tracks which celebrate LGBTQ+ icon Lou Reed and his remarkable songwriting skills
Need something to keep you entertained since you can't go out and play? Let our daily Pandemic Playlist give you some company
Pride Month 2020: How Miley Cyrus and Cody Simpson helped open dialogue on gender identity and cross-dressing
As young and talented performers, these young stars have helped expand the boundaries and limitations on what it means to be a queer person, or anyone on the gender spectrum
'America's Got Talent' Season 15: Alan Silva is a 'giant on stage' with his death-defying acrobatic skills
The Brazilian aerialist was performing his dangerous high-flying act with the support of his loving wife and adorable kids, who were watching him for the first time
'America's Got Talent' Season 15: Venezuela's card magician Winston wows with his wonderful tricks
All four judges were mindblown by Winston's phenomenal skills and presentation
'America's Got Talent' Season 15: Ex-military man Ty Barnett tickles with his hilariously relatable humor
Ty Barnett was one of the few comedians who made Simon Cowell laugh out loud and showed that he was well on his way to emulating his idol Richard Pryor