Miranda Lambert on Her ‘Palomino’ Album, Vegas Residency, ‘Queer Eye’ Song and Finally Getting the ACMs’ Top Prize

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticThe Palm Springs area will live up to its reputation for seediness under the cover of never-ending nights — irony intended — as the Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival returns to town for its 22nd annual marathon of vintage crime dramas this weekend. Leonard Maltin and TCM “Noir Alley” host Eddie Muller will be among the guest hosts joining festival curator Alan K.

Travis Scott will make his first major public appearance since the tragedy at his Astroworld festival in 2021, when he performs as part of this year’s Billboard Music Awards.The rapper – nominated in the Best Dance/Electronic Song category for a remix of his song ‘Goosebumps’ by HVME – has been added to the performer line-up for the ceremony at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas this Sunday (May 15).Other new additions to the bill are Ed Sheeran, Becky G and a collaborative performance from Elle King and Miranda Lambert. They join the likes of Mary J.

Kylie Minogue had no words to express how she was feeling on Sunday, so she took to Instagram and danced up a storm – much to her fans' delight.MORE: Kylie Minogue steals the show in breathtaking gown fit for the Met GalaIn a video posted to her feed, the Australian star can be seen dancing around, looking incredible in an all-white outfit consisting of silk palazzo trousers and a matching shirt.WATCH: Kylie Minogue dances around during Las Vegas night out"#thatshowifeel #thatsjusthowifeel # heygirl," she simply captioned the post, which mirrored the exact words she can be heard saying in the clip.WOW: Kylie Minogue commands attention in leather mini-shortsSEE: Kylie Minogue stuns as she dazzles in golden jumpsuitThe post had fans incredibly excited, with one presuming it was filmed behind Caesar's Palace, perhaps hinting at a future residency. However, it was later revealed she was actually dancing by Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, where there are several A-list residencies from the likes of John Legend, Shania Twain and Miranda Lambert."Work it Kylie!" one commented, whilst a second added: "Living your best life.

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Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticWho’s introspective? Pete Townshend is, in a new two-hour release from Audible that is effectively a casual audio sequel to his formal autobiography, 2012’s “Who I Am.” The part-talking, part-rocking project, “Somebody Saved Me,” which came out Friday, is an Audible Original that’s essential listening for anyone who cares about the Who, which is a demographic that has a pretty substantial overlap with people who care about rock ‘n’ roll generally.In the 27th installation of Audible’s laudable “Words + Music” series, the Who’s songwriter and guitarist goes deeper into what he calls the Who’s “middle age,” a period that’s bookended roughly by the death of drummer Keith Moon in 1978 on one end and the equally sudden passing of John Entwistle in 2002, a time frame he admits he didn’t deal with as much as he could have in his book. Townshend talks about the band’s on-again, off-again status in the wake of those tragedies and why he and singer Roger Daltrey ultimately carried on in both cases, even as the band’s main creative force has not been shy about sometimes preferring the less lucrative benefits of his solo career over dealing with the band legacy decades on.

Miranda Lambert has an incredible career and fans around the world flock to meet her during public appearances, so much so that she requires extra protection.MORE: Miranda Lambert provides glimpse into tour in denim and fringeThis is where her husband Brendan McLoughlin came into the picture, who was working with the security team on Good Morning America when the star was appearing on there with her band, The Pistol Annies.It was really a case of love at first sight when they met too, as the pair hit it off right away, although Miranda wasn't aware of it at the time.WATCH: Miranda's susprising love story revealed"My girlfriends, the Annies, saw him [Brendan] and knew I might be ready to hang out with someone," she previously told the New York Times.MORE: Miranda Lambert praises fans as she heads back out on the road after album releaseMORE: Miranda Lambert pays emotional tribute to country legend Naomi Judd"They invited him to our show behind my back." But, safe to say things turned out pretty well, as the pair got engaged just three months after meeting. Miranda and Brendan got married in secret too, making it even more special for the couple.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticWhen the song “This Love” appeared on Taylor Swift’s “1989” in 2014, it was a bit of a sleeper track that didn’t get undue attention amid the splashier run of singles off that blockbuster album. But fans won’t be sleeping on it today.

Miranda Lambert has thanked fans for "'singing so loudly" as she returned to the stage.MORE: Miranda Lambert risks wardrobe malfunction in revealing dress at 2022 CMT Music AwardsThe country star, who released her new album on 29 April, took to social media to share a video of herself on stage rocking a skintight denim dress with sparkly rights and tan cowboy boots. She paired the look with organ fringing along the sleeves and a diamante buckle.WATCH: Miranda Lambert returns to the stage after Palomino release"Back at it," she shared alongside a fire emoji."Thanks Alabama and Tennessee for singing so loudly with us this weekend.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticHaim’s homecoming show Sunday at the Hollywood Bowl felt a little bit like a block party first, and a big rock ‘n’ roll coronation secondarily. “We are Valley girls through and through!” declared Alana Haim, one of the three sisters who make up the core group, explaining why “there’s gonna be a lot of emotion tonight.” When they’d headlined the Greek Theatre across the hills in 2017, that might’ve seemed like the prime hail-the-conquering-heroes moment of their lives, but, of course, there were bigger nearby ravines to conquer.Now that they were assuming the dominative position in the Bowl, with Danielle getting something in her eye as she announced they’d been told right before coming on stage that the group had sold it out, leading to quick discussions of whether there is crying in baseball.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticKacey Musgraves has recorded a version of the 1961 Elvis Presley classic “Can’t Help Falling in Love” for the upcoming soundtrack to director Baz Luhrmann’s “Elvis” biopic, the singer has revealed.The country-pop star noted that she had covered the song Monday while walking the red carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute benefit gala. Musgraves was there with Luhrmann, Priscilla Presley and members of the film’s cast.Details on the soundtrack have been hard to come by before now, with little publicly revealed beyond the fact that the first single from the album, Doja Cat’s “Vegas,” which includes an interpolation of the Presley hit “Hound Dog.” will be out this Friday.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticThe Beach Boys got around to making their Stagecoach Festival debut Sunday, teaming up with the country duo LoCash on four songs to cap the latter act’s early-evening main stage fest. LoCash had a distinct advantage on any other Stagecoach artists who might ever have been tempted to ask the touring Beach Boys to charter a Palm Springs flight: They actually named their new single “Beach Boys.” Mike Love, Bruce Johnston and three members of their touring band first came out midway into LoCasg’s performance to add their harmonies to the new single — the recorded version of which they also harmonize on.

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Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticWhen Carrie Underwood’s band broke into the opening strains of “Sweet Child o’ Mine” at the Stagecoach Festival Saturday, it seemed like business as usual. The country superstar’s Guns N’ Roses fangirl-ism is well known, and she’s incorporated GNR numbers into her set on a regular basis before, even showing an aptitude for appropriating Axl Rose’s snaky frontman moves as her own.

Miranda Lambert joined in with the music industry to pay an emotional tribute of her own to country legend Naomi Judd following news of her passing at the age of 76.MORE: Miranda Lambert shares hilarious videos of husband and rescue petsThe singer shared a selfie of herself with Naomi and her daughter Wynonna at a recent event and paired it with a heartbreaking message.VIDEO: The Judds Naomi and Wynonna perform live at the 2022 CMT AwardsShe wrote: "I'm thankful I got to spend just a little time with you Naomi. True legend. Praying for peace for this family.

Miranda Lambert lives at home in Tennessee with her husband Brendan McLouglin but on Saturday the country singer gave fans a rare insight into what that looks like exactly.EXCLUSIVE: Miranda Lambert is preparing for an unexpected change to her appearanceThe 39-year-old shared pictures and video of her seven rescue pets hanging out with their parents, including one video that saw Brendan doing push-ups with Delta Dawn on his back and another that saw the pet in the swimming pool.WATCH: Miranda Lambert shares hilarious videos of husband and rescue pets"Happy Saturday y’all. It’s national adopt a shelter pet day!" she captioned the post, adding: "Here are some of my favorite moments with my rescue herd! Adopt, don't shop!"She then revealed their names, sharing that she has five dogs named Thelma, Louise, Delta Dawn, Cher, Bellamy, and two cats - Tequila and Macaroni.MORE: Miranda Lambert stuns in skinny jeans in first performance since sad loss"That baby on the float is my favorite," commented one fan, as another joked: "Delta Dawn is a QUEEN on her float.""Rescuing is the best! Thank you for promoting adoption!!" added another.A post shared by Miranda Lambert (@mirandalambert)The pictures also showed the Bluebird singer lying down on the ground, resting her head on Great Pyrenee Thelma, while in one Tequila and Macaroni cuddled together.The day before Miranda released new album Palomino and to celebrate her new record, the country music singer shared insight into some of the songs that hold significant importance to her.One, in particular, paid tribute to Brendan, as Miranda posted an audio clip of a song called Tourist alongside photographs from her travels around the world with her husband.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticThomas Rhett and Maren Morris were the top-billed attractions on the Stagecoach Festival’s opening day, Friday but when it came to heightened emotions, and pure enthusiasm per-square-inch, Tanya Tucker’s climactic set in the Palomino tent might have ruled the day at the desert gathering.The veteran of 50 years of country hitmaking seemed taken aback by the roar of the crowd, late in the set, and not just in a typical welcoming-the-roar way. “It’s hard for me to believe anybody would want to watch me,” she admitted, belying more than a hint of insecurity amid one of the brassier facades in the business.

New Music Friday! It's every audiophile's favorite day of the week, and some of our favorite artists from all different genres have blessed us with new tunes.Kehlani returned with their third album, the chill and confident country queen Miranda Lambert shared her eighth solo studio album,, and Sam Smith explored self worth on their new single, «Love Me More.»BTS' Suga produced and featured on a new PSY track, «That That,» Justin Bieber teamed up with Don Toliver on «Honest,» and Tokischa joined Marshmello on a new single, «ESTILAZO.»Plus, new music from Khalid, Ava Max, Arcade Fire, Giveon and more!Read on to check out some of our recommendations for new songs and albums to listen to this week — plus, where you can stream them now!Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify Stream it now: Apple / Spotify  Lady Gaga Releases Teaser for 'Top Gun: Maverick' Song Morgan Wallen to Give First Awards Show Performance Since Controversy Celine Dion Gets Emotional Announcing Another Tour Cancellation

A true wild card. Miranda Lambert is known for speaking her mind through her music — and she’s not afraid to get candid about the country music scene, either.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticWith Wilco’s first couple of albums in the mid-1990s, the band got saddled with an “alt-country” tag that was perhaps inevitable, especially coming out of the ruins of Uncle Tupelo, a group that helped form that subgenre as a movement. And for the last quarter-century or so, Jeff Tweedy and company have endeavored to shake it off.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticPost Malone has posted a release date for his long-promised new album: “Twelve Carat Toothache” will be out June 3, he announced in a social media message that contained little else besides a blurry red image and a link to pre-save the album on streaming services.The album will mark the performer’s first on the Mercury Records label, the revival of which was announced by Republic Records earlier in April. Tyler Arnold, the newly installed president of Mercury, signed and developed Post Malone at Republic, where he had been executive VP of A&R.Twelve Carat Toothache.

Andrew Barker Senior Features Writer“Palomino” is Miranda Lambert’s fourth studio album of the past decade, but that number doesn’t quite capture the tear she’s been on. That period also saw her release three albums with her trio Pistol Annies, as well as last year’s stripped-down demo collection “The Marfa Tapes,” on which Lambert and fellow Texans Jack Ingram and Jon Randall traded tunes and banter over a campfire.