A crowd sings, "God Bless America," as they wait to watch the removal of President Donald Trump's name from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, June 12, 2026.

The story behind America’s greatest patriotic songs

Iconic tunes that have inspired unity and challenged the nation to live up to its ideals

BTS skip Grammys as Salim Merchant weighs in

The Indian composer says BTS' decision reflects long-standing concerns about Grammys

BTS have decided not to submit any music for the 2027 Grammy Awards, a month after the Recording Academy announced a new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category.

Backlash over Israel song sees Boy George leave show

Singer withdraws from Jesus Christ Superstar following criticism over his pro-Israel track

British singer Boy George

Oscar-Winning musician Glen Hansard dies at 56

‘Once’ star and The Frames frontman Glen Hansard killed in motorcycle accident

Glen Hansard performs at Lollapalooza in Chicago's Grant Park on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2014

Katy Perry slams White House over 'Firework' in a video

She says the White House never sought permission and misused a song written about hope

Katy Perry

Top 10 entertainment moments from World Cup 2026

Shakira, Ghetto Kids and global stars made 2026 feel like a music festival with goals

Tonight, the World Cup final got its own halftime show for the first time in 96 years, and it went as big as you'd expect from a lineup that included Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Justin Bieber, Coldplay, an orchestra, and, somehow, the Muppets.

Did Justin Bieber choose the wrong song at World Cup?

Halftime spectacle sparks debate over Bieber’s song as Shakira channels football’s spirit

Justin Bieber, Shakira and BTS perform during the Topps Final Halftime Show the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

BTS FIFA halftime show: Hidden moments spotted

ARMY spotted lyric changes, fan interactions and backstage moments beyond the broadcast

RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook of BTS perform during the Topps Final Halftime Show in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

FIFA halftime show: Best moments from Madonna, BTS

Madonna, BTS, Shakira, Justin Bieber and Coldplay delivered a historic halftime spectacle

Tonight, the World Cup final got its own halftime show for the first time in 96 years, and it went as big as you'd expect from a lineup that included Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Justin Bieber, Coldplay, an orchestra, and, somehow, the Muppets.

Shakira lights up FIFA halftime show with 'Dai Dai'

Colombian star performed the official World Cup anthem with a spectacular dance-filled set

Shakira performs during the Topps Final Halftime Show the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Madonna opens FIFA World Cup halftime show

The pop icon opened the historic halftime show before segueing into Seven Nation Army

Ronaldinho, Madonna and Ronaldo perform during the Topps Final Halftime Show in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

BTS share heartfelt message ahead of FIFA halftime show

The K-pop group called the performance a privilege and highlighted music's power to unite

BTS share heartfelt message ahead of FIFA World Cup final halftime show: 'Music is a universal language'

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