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During a recent podcast with H2O's Toby Morse, Paramore's Hayley Williams recalled her band's first Grammy trip in 2008, when Beyoncé complimented 'Misery Business' from their Riot! album as they left the venue. Williams and stylist Brian O'Connor were stunned—Beyoncé had just performed a duet with Tina Turner that night. The story highlights Beyoncé's gracious side and has fans dreaming of a future collaboration, especially with her Cowboy Carter era still echoing.

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Hayley Williams froze in awe when Beyoncé tapped her stylist's shoulder at the 2008 Grammys, blurting out the only thing on her mind: 'You're Beyoncé!'

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Released on September 27, 2005, *A Fever You Can't Sweat Out* launched four Las Vegas teens—Brendon Urie, Ryan Ross, Spencer Smith, and Brent Wilson—to fame with its mix of pop-punk, baroque pops, and theatrical flair, eventually going quadruple platinum. Critics like Pitchfork trashed it with a 1.5/10 score, but anniversary posts sparked fresh arguments: detractors hit the 'soulless' production and warbling vocals, while fans hailed it as a no-skip pop belter full of campy fun. Even some skeptics now love a few tracks, and debates rage over whether it counts as real emo from the mid-2000s scene alongside Fall Out Boy and My Chemical Romance. Brendon Urie, who retired the band name in 2023, reunited with Spencer Smith last fall for a full-album show at Las Vegas's When We Were Young festival.

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Two decades after 'I Write Sins Not Tragedies' dropped, fans are reliving the chaotic energy of Panic! at the Disco's debut—defending its hooks or calling out its flaws.

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The satirical post mocked Democrats' outreach to Latino voters with a fake CNN graphic of the Puerto Rican star at a podium, drawing hundreds of replies amplifying the joke. In reality, Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger delivered the official response from Colonial Williamsburg on February 24, 2026, focusing on affordability issues like taxes on everyday services, while Senator Alex Padilla gave the Spanish version. Trump's first State of the Union of his second term covered economic wins and law and order, as fact-checks began rolling in and some lawmakers held a rival rally.

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Picture Bad Bunny stepping up to the podium for the Democratic rebuttal to Trump's State of the Union. That's the hilarious Babylon Bee gag that had nearly 9,000 likes buzzing before the real speech even started.

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Twitter user @barbarismcrit labeled an opinion on Puerto Rican artist Benito as 'too woke,' sparking discussions on whether criticism portraying Benito as a conquistador or privileged due to his whiteness is woke, ignorant, or xenophobic. Commenters debated power dynamics between Puerto Rico and the US, rejecting the notion that Benito's perceived whiteness grants privilege in that context. The conversation highlighted disagreements on applying US-centric worldviews to Latin America and accusations of hypocrisy among critics.

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Social media users are reacting to an AI-generated or photoshopped image that alters the cast of Disney XD's 'Lab Rats' to feature Billy Ray Cyrus as the character Adam Davenport. Additional alterations include Principal Perry depicted as Naruto. Reactions include childhood memories, surprise at the edit, and nostalgic comments about the show.

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Elijah Blue Allman, the 49-year-old son of Cher, was arrested in Concord, New Hampshire, for simple assault, trespassing, and related charges after acting belligerently at a private high school with which he has no association. The incident involved a disturbance at the elite prep school, leading to his release without bail.

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Videos from the Kia Forum shows revealed large cameras and steadicams obstructing sightlines for some ticket holders, prompting complaints about pauses for re-takes and blocked moments despite high prices starting at $900. Defenders noted pre-show filming warnings and refunds, praising Gaga's stellar vocals while highlighting the value of the upcoming concert film directed by Sam Wrench. Production reportedly adjusted camera placements in later shows amid the backlash, underscoring the clash between live immersion and filmed capture.

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Front-row fans shelled out over $1,500 for premium seats at Lady Gaga's Mayhem Ball in LA, only to spend the night staring at camera crew backs during key performances.

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The triple-Grammy winner kicks off the 11-date run on May 28 in West Palm Beach, Florida, at iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre, wrapping up July 22 in Walla Walla, Washington. Kashus Culpepper joins as special guest on most stops, slotted between Jelly Roll's Big ASS Stadium Tour dates with Post Malone. Tickets start with Citi presale February 24, artist presale February 25, and general onsale February 27 via LiveNation.com, with VIP options for premium perks.

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Jelly Roll is scaling down from stadiums to cozy amphitheaters for his new Little ASS Shed Tour, promising that raw energy fans love up close this summer.

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On the Mohr Stories podcast on Feb. 24, Dyson accused Lamar of reducing Black identity to Compton origins, comparing the track's 'not like us' hook to divisive rhetoric and noting Drake's Black heritage tied to figures like Aretha Franklin's babysitter. Fans split sharply, with some seeing attacks on Lamar—a dark-skinned Compton native who dominated 2024 with the track, swept 2026 Grammys including for 'Luther,' and headlined Super Bowl LIX—as rooted in colorism and media bias against his success. Others back Dyson, arguing Lamar first weaponized identity by labeling Drake a culture outsider, keeping debates alive on authenticity, skin tone, and hip-hop's cultural lines.

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Scholar Michael Eric Dyson called out Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' for drawing lines around Blackness that left out Drake's deep family roots in Memphis and beyond.

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The Real Housewives of Atlanta star used lines like 'I know you don't like me, you wanna fight me / Always on my page, never double-tap like me' to shade her haters, a post that has drawn over 8,500 likes. Nicki Minaj's recent pro-Trump comments, including calling herself his top fan and sharing a signed Bible from him, fueled backlash with critics urging Drew to drop the rapper unless she's MAGA too. Nicki's loyal Barbz celebrated with memes like one diagnosing 'Nicki Minaj Derangement Syndrome,' while mocking opponents' obsession, highlighting the rapper's lasting polarizing pull after 15 years.

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Drew Sidora shared glamorous selfies captioned with Nicki Minaj's 'Right Thru Me' lyrics, calling out online trolls who lurk without liking her posts.

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On February 18 and 19, Wizkid shared moody Instagram stories from Paris rooftops in sleek black outfits, dominating fans' feeds. Black-and-white photos surfaced of him linking up with Pharrell Williams, both in stylish gear, prompting speculation about a potential collaboration or studio session. Fans praised his superstar aura, tying it to recent releases like the acclaimed 2024 album Morayo and January 2026 EP REAL Vol. 1 with Mr Eazi, while style fans hailed his fashion game. Sightings continued with producer Lionel Talon, keeping the excitement alive without official word on new music.

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Wizkid leaned against a Paris rooftop, shades on, cigarette in hand, exuding that effortless cool fans love. Then came the shots with Pharrell Williams, sparking whispers of studio magic.

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The photo, taken by Lauren Carsley during the band's February 21 headline set at Innings Festival 2026 in Arizona, shows Joseph elevated on a platform with ancient-ruin backdrops matching their Clancy World Tour style. Fans lit up feeds with reactions like 'THIS PICTURE HOLY SHIT??????' and 'holy aura,' alongside nods to 'MATRIX VIBES' and the Clique's superfans dropping to their knees. It joins a wave of shared stage moments from recent shows, highlighting the raw thrill of live performances as festival season builds.

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A black-and-white shot captures Twenty One Pilots' Tyler Joseph from behind, trench coat billowing like a cape amid red lights and misty beams at Tempe Beach Park.

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On the *7PM in Brooklyn* podcast with Carmelo Anthony and Kazeem Famuyide, the 57-year-old actor behind Avon Barksdale in *The Wire* and Billy Hoyle in *Above the Rim* opened up about wanting that kind of repeat collaboration to elevate his career. Fans rallied hard, with podcaster Brittany Luse starting a 'prayer circle for the Wood Harris renaissance' and author Shea Serrano praising him as an actor who's never been bad. Harris's resume shines from *Remember the Titans* and *Creed* to his upcoming *Paid in Full* series reboot and Apple project with Mark Wahlberg, fueling calls for directors to team up with him now.

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Wood Harris shared a candid envy for Michael B. Jordan and Ryan Coogler's tight creative partnership, dreaming of making three or four movies with one director.

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Fans across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Australia, and New Zealand are voting daily up to 50 times per category at iHeartRadio.com/awards, with Power Hours doubling each vote's weight to boost their favorites ahead of the March 26 show on FOX from the Dolby Theatre. BTS members shine with j-hope up for K-pop Artist of the Year and collabs like 'Sweet Dreams' with Miguel, while Jimin and Jungkook compete in Favorite On Screen for their 'Are You Sure?!' series; Sabrina Carpenter leads with eight nods including Artist of the Year. Leaderboards from February 20 reveal tight races, like j-hope trailing in Favorite K-Pop Collab and Sabrina topping Favorite Tour Style, with voting open until March 19.

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BTS ARMY and Sabrina Carpenter fans are coordinating votes like a well-oiled machine during the double-impact Power Hour from 8 to 9 p.m. ET.

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