Zayn Malik Announces New Album 'Room Under the Stairs,' First Single 'What I Am' Out March 15th

Steven J. Horowitz Senior Music Writer Noise For Now, a non-profit organization that supports abortion rights and benefits independent abortion providers through Keep Our Clinics, has announced its upcoming compilation “Noise For Now Vol. 2” as well as a partnership with ADA to distribute its label releases worldwide and digitally.

Thania Garcia Teddy Swims, the singer-songwriter behind “Lose Control,” has signed a new global publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music. The RIAA platinum-certified single “Lose Control” hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the latest tracking week after spending 32 weeks on the chart.

Jaden Thompson Sony Pictures has just released the trailer for “Bad Boys 4,” starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. The film’s official title is “Bad Boys: Ride or Die.” This is the fourth film in the popular action-comedy franchise that debuted in 1995, when Smith and Lawrence first teamed up as Miami PD detectives Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett, who investigate illegal drug trading in Miami.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music The U.S. recorded music industry grew its revenue by 8% in 2023, reaching an all-time high of $17.1 billion and marking eight consecutive years of growth. However, there’s no question that the streaming boom of the past decade, which produced years of double-digit growth, is leveling off and the industry is reacting with layoffs and talk of a “transformational moment” in the months and years to come.

Alex Ritman In the same week that the BBC faced backlash from viewers for using artificial intelligence in promotional material for “Doctor Who,” the head of the public broadcaster has revealed that it has bold plans for the use of AI going forward. In a major speech in London held by the Royal Television Society on Tuesday, director general Tim Davie outlined the “future direction of the BBC and its role for the U.K.,” which he revealed would include utilizing the new technology.

Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer Advertisers plan to increase spend on in-video-game advertising by 40% this year, according to a new study, with total ad spend set to reach $8.5 billion in 2024 and increase to $11.5 billion by 2027. In IAB‘s “Changing the Game: How Games Advertising Powers Performance” report, which was revealed Tuesday, 86% of advertisers surveyed said gaming ad spend is “brand safe” and 85% are confident in their ability to measure the reach of games advertising.

Anna Marie de la Fuente Macu Machín’s “La Hojarasca” (“The Undergrowth”) took home the top MiradaCanaria prize at the 17thMiradasDoc, which ran March 15-22 in Tenerife, Spain. Produced by El Viaje Films, Machin’s debut feature has been picking up accolades since its world premiere at Berlinale’s Forum, snagging Best Spanish Picture and director at the Malaga Film Festival’s Zonazine, a sidebar for edgier and sometimes smaller pics.

Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer “Dancing With the Stars” and “America’s Funniest Home Videos” staple Alfonso Ribeiro will host new wildlife series “Jack Hanna’s Passport” from Hearst Media Production Group (HMPG). The show will not star or feature wildlife expert “Jungle Jack” Hanna himself, but rather “take a fresh look at the most compelling stories from Hanna’s legendary career and his greatest past adventures across the globe.” “Jack Hanna’s Passport” will air weekend mornings starting April 6 on ABC owned and affiliated stations across the U.S.

Brian Steinberg Senior TV Editor Former Republican National Committee chair Ronna McDaniel has only appeared once on NBC News programming in her new capacity as a political news contributor, and already, senior executives are gathering to conduct a review. Top executives from NBC News were expected to meet Tuesday to hash out the growing controversy around her recent hire, according to two people familiar with the matter, in a bid to stop a growing insurrection by the NBCUniversal unit’s editorial staff.

Another day, another deal. IATSE Local 695 has officially reached a tentative agreement with the studios.

Prolific British writer Sarah Phelps, whose television credits include A Very British Scandal, Dublin Murders and long-running BBC soap drama Eastenders, encouraged an audience of writers at Dublin’s Storyhouse festival not to get discouraged by trolls or hate mail for their work. 

ReachTV, the largest streaming television network for travelers, is adding two major executives to the company.

Sydney Sweeney isn’t just dazzling in front of the camera, she’s working hard behind the scenes, too!

Taylor Swift’s father has escaped charges after being accused of assaulting a paparazzo.The incident allegedly took place in Sydney on February 27, and police began investigating Taylor’s father Scott Kingsley Swift after a complaint was made by paparazzo Ben McDonald regarding an alleged assault.According to McDonald, he was “just out on the job chasing Taylor” as she “got off a super-yacht at Neutral Bay and walked up the wharf with an umbrella over her head”. He added that she had “a couple of security [guards] around her,” and that they “sort of pushed us around with the umbrellas.”He continued, alleging that Swift’s “dad decided to add to the mix and throw a punch in”, leaving him sore but uninjured.

Dua Lipa is planning to use footage from Glastonbury 2024 for a new film, according to reports.The pop star is due to headline the iconic Pyramid Stage this summer alongside Coldplay and SZA, marking her first time topping the bill at Worthy Farm. She previously performed at the festival in 2016 and 2017.Lipa’s milestone set at Glasto in June will follow the release of her “psychedelia, trip-hop, and Britpop”-inspired third studio album ‘Radical Optimism’, out May 3.As the Mail Online reports, the singer will use backstage and behind-the-scenes footage from this year’s Glastonbury to include in a documentary-style movie.A source told the outlet: “[Lipa] wants to get the Glastonbury experience across to fans all over the world, as many will never get the chance to attend.“The plan is to use some of the footage to accompany her new single release.

Euphoria doesn’t seem to be arriving on screens anytime soon, following multiple delays.Fans of the hit HBO series, which stars Zendaya, Jacob Elordi and Sydney Sweeney, have been awaiting a third instalment for more than two years, after its cliffhanger season two finale aired in February 2022.The third season suffered delays to filming and production as a result of last year’s acting and writing strikes, as well as creator Sam Levinson’s delay in completing the script.A statement made by the network (as per Deadline) revealed: “HBO and Sam Levinson remain committed to making an exceptional third season. In the interim, we are allowing our in-demand cast to pursue other opportunities.”Elordi, who plays the toxic lead male character, Nate Jacobs, received acclaim for his recent feature films, dark comedy thriller, Saltburn and memoir-adapted biopic Priscilla, in which he portrayed Elvis Presley.Meanwhile Sweeney, who plays divisive and naïve Cassie, has been promoting her latest project, horror movie, Immaculate, after kicking off the year with romcom, Anyone But You.Zendaya, who has earned Emmy awards for her portrayal of the show’s central role, Rue, a troubled teenage drug addict, has been celebrating the success of Dune: Part Two, and will soon be promoting upcoming romantic sports film, Challengers.Also recognised for his performance in Euphoria is Colman Domingo, who received the award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama in 2022, for his portrayal of recovering drug addict Ali.

Maxïmo Park have shared a new single titled ‘Favourite Songs’ and announced details of an upcoming UK and European tour. Check out the track and find ticket details below.The newly-shared single marks the first new material from the band in over 18 months, and comes as somewhat of a salute to the impact that pop music can have on its listeners – celebrating how it can provide solace in times of need, and a place to retreat into with like minds.“My best years are behind me/ but I’ll be damned if I’m giving up/ your intervention was timely/ I was acceptable, at a push/ am I able to sit at the big boy’s table?” frontman Paul Smith questions at the start of the uplifting track, while a poppy guitar riff and shimmering synths sit behind.It also comes alongside a black-and-white music video, which shows the singer singing directly to the camera, as well as swirling visuals of the city around him.“Our aim was to create a peppy yet powerful ode to the consolation of music and companionship in the face of other people’s preconceptions,” Smith explained of the inspiration behind the song.

Roots Manuva has had his Mercury Prize trophy returned after moving house and accidentally leaving it behind.Manuva – whose real name is Rodney Hylton Smith – took home the award at the 2002 Mercury Prize for his album ‘Run Come Save Me’.Shared in August 2001, the LP marked his second studio album, following on from his 1999 breakthrough debut, ‘Brand New Second Hand’.

Fletcher has denied having any involvement with the controversial group MMS (Modern Mystery School).In a post on X/Twitter yesterday (March 25), the New Jersey singer – full name Cari Elise Fletcher – wrote: “I am no longer involved with MMS.“I was listed on the website because I took a few introductory classes followed by a one week course out of curiosity. Further insight into the organization did not resonate with me in any way.”She added: “I do not support, subscribe or condone any mission or rhetoric that is anti- LGBTQ+ in any form, spiritually, politically or otherwise.”You can see the statement in the post below.pic.twitter.com/UnafxAYFTD— FLETCHER (@findingfletcher) March 25, 2024Fletcher joined Modern Mystery School?!? #fletcher #mileycyrus #shawnmendes #modernmysteryschool @No Culty Vibes @No Culty Vibes @No Culty Vibes ♬ original sound – No Culty Vibes Replying to @Mir_el26 okayyy Fletcher’s not in a cult.

Kate Middleton, 42, out of the fold as they undergo their respective cancer treatments, the royals have been grasping at straws to have certain members step up and take on more work.And according to Grant Harrold, who worked for Charles for seven years when he was the Prince of Wales, Princess Eugenie is not looking to add anymore to her plate at this time.“Princess Eugenie is probably cautious to step up to Royal duties because it does take up your whole life. I’ve seen the schedules and you can’t switch it on and off,” Harrold told The Post.Eugenie, who welcomed her second son in May 2023 with husband Jack Brooksbank, is simply not prepared for the intense demands stepping up entails, Harrold notes.“Eugenie is very keen to have her own career and that’s something she is very passionate about – so yes, she probably is reluctant to take on royal duties,” he said of the Princess, who celebrated her 34th birthday over the weekend.“She’s currently a non-working Royal but as times become more desperate, it’s very likely we will see her move from that to become a working senior member of the family.”Elsewhere, Harrold notes that with Eugenie being close to both Prince William and Prince Harry, it could very much mean that she can act as a “peacemaker” between the feuding brothers.“Eugenie is very close to William and Harry, she always has been, always will be,” he notes.

Kate Middleton’s cancer diagnosis after he resurfaced rumors that Prince William had an alleged affair with British aristocrat Rose Hanbury. The “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” host, 59, spent two minutes discussing his comments during Monday night’s episode.