Kennedy Center names 2026 honorees as Trump renovation battle moves show offsite
The Kennedy Center has announced that Paul Anka, David Foster, Andy Garcia, David Mamet and Barbara Mandrell will be honored…
WATCH: House Judiciary committee hearing on musicians and the 'American Music Fairness Act'
The House Judiciary committee held a hearing on musicians and the 'American Music Fairness Act' featuring artists and industry veterans including singer Gloria Estefan.
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