Apple Fined $2 Billion as Europe Sides With Spotify

Apple has a Spotify problem—and it just cost the iPhone maker a $2 billion fine from the European Commission. For years, the two companies have been at war as the streaming service lured users away from Apple’s iTunes and accused the tech giant of exploiting its dominance to stifle innovation. In their long-running conflict, each … Read more

What to stream this week: Ariana Grande, ‘Wonka,’ Garth Brooks, animal queens and ‘Poor Things’

A new album from Ariana Grande and Garth Brooks taking viewers behind the scenes to the opening of his bar in Nashville are some of the new television, movies, music and games headed to a device near you. Also among the streaming offerings worth your time as selected by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists: John … Read more

Beatles to get a Fab Four of biopics, with a movie each for Paul, John, George and Ringo

There are only two members of The Beatles still living — but all four will be treated to an individual biopic as part of a movie series created by an Oscar-winning director. It’s been announced the Fab Four are getting the big-screen biopic treatment in not just one, but four films that will give each … Read more

Fans rally together to find Adelaide Fringe performer replacement dress for Taylor Swift tribute show

Taylor Swift fans have rallied together to help an Adelaide Fringe performer find last-minute outfits for a Swift tribute show she is hosting this week. Singer-songwriter and former The Voice contestant Ella McClean travelled from Adelaide to Sydney on Thursday to watch her idol Taylor Swift perform one of her sold-out shows. She took two … Read more

Kylie Minogue honoured with Brit Awards global icon gong: ‘I’m just going to be sobbing’

After achieving massive success throughout her nearly 40-year music career, Kylie Minogue has earned the Brit Awards global icon title. Since breaking through in the late 1980s, the 55-year-old Australian pop superstar has sold more than 80 million records worldwide and became the first female artist to score a No.1 album in five consecutive decades … Read more

Music Review: Faye Webster’s indie ‘Underdressed at the Symphony’ journeys through a lifetime

Faye Webster, known for her thoughtful blend of indie rock, folk and country, has a new album titled “Underdressed at the Symphony.” The release journeys through a lifetime — looking back at childhood and ahead to adult relationships — without ever sounding rushed. The Atlanta-based singer-songwriter’s new record retains the warm, relaxed tone of her … Read more

Failed negotiations led to rock legend John Fogerty’s dumping from Country Fest Queensland line-up, organisers claim

Creedence Clearwater Revival founder John Fogerty’s shock dumping from the line-up of an Australian music festival was due to failed negotiations with his management, event organisers claim. Country Fest Queensland has hit back after the rock legend said he felt “blindsided” by the decision to cut him from the line-up of the March 31 festival … Read more

London’s Victoria and Albert Museum in search for Taylor Swift superfan to help guide curatorial direction

Taylor Swift might be saying So Long, London in her much-anticipated upcoming album but one of the city’s top museums is offering a dream job for any Swiftie. On Thursday, the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) released a job listing for a Taylor Swift superfan to advise its expert curators and explain the singer’s importance … Read more

Grammy-winning Iranian singer, awarded over Mahsa Amini protest anthem, sentenced to prison

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — An Iranian singer who won a Grammy presented by U.S. first lady Jill Biden has been sentenced to more than three years in prison over his anthem supporting the 2022 protests over the death of Mahsa Amini. Shervin Hajipour posted on Instagram on Friday, the same day that Iran held … Read more