On This Day, April 29, 2008: Tom Petty’s first band, Mudcrutch, released their debut album

On This Day, April 29, 2008 … Mudcrutch, the band that helped launch Tom Petty’s career, released its self-titled debut album. Formed in Gainesville, Florida, in 1970, the band included Petty and future Heartbreakers guitarist Mike Campbell, along with Tom Leadon,
Janet Jackson to appear at Grammy Hall of Fame Gala for induction of ‘Rhythm Nation 1814’

Janet Jackson’s ‘Rhythm Nation 1814’ (A&M Records) Janet Jackson’s landmark album Rhythm Nation 1814 is being inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame this Year, and she will be on hand for the occasion. Janet will make
In brief: Darren Criss, Uzo Aduba to announce Tony Award nominations and more

We now know who will be announcing the Tony Award nominations. Darren Criss and Uzo Aduba are set to announce the actors who are nominated for awards at this year’s 79th annual Tony Awards ceremony. The nominations
Justice Department indicts ex-FBI Director James Comey for alleged threats against Pres. Trump

Former FBI director James Comey has once again been indicted, this time over a social media post that authorities say may have been interpreted as a threat toward President Donald Trump. The latest indictment underscores the controversy and
King Charles III meets with Pres. Trump at White House, stresses U.S.–U.K. unity in speech to Congress

King Charles III used a historic appearance before a joint session of Congress to highlight the enduring bond between the United Kingdom and the United States, urging both nations to strengthen their partnership at a time of
Sam Neill says he is cancer free after five-year lymphoma battle

Sam Neill attends the 2025 AACTA Awards presented By Foxtel Group at HOTA (Home of the Arts) on Feb. 7, 2025, in Gold Coast, Australia. (Chris Hyde/Getty Images for AFI) Jurassic Park star Sam Neill is opening
David Byrne releases reworked take on ‘Who Is the Sky?’ track ‘What Is the Reason For It?’

David Byrne’s ‘Who Is The Sky?’ (Matador Records) David Byrne has released a new version of the track “What Is the Reason For It?” from his latest solo album, Who Is the Sky? The original song featured Paramore’s
Netflix reimagines ‘Lord of the Flies’ in new limited series

Netflix has unveiled a gripping preview of its upcoming four-part adaptation of Lord of the Flies, bringing ‘Lord of the Flies’ to television for the first time. The series, written by Jack Thorne and directed by Marc
Laura Dern joins Season 4 of HBO’s ‘The White Lotus’ after Helena Bonham Carter’s departure

Laura Dern is officially boarding Season 4 of The White Lotus, stepping in after Helena Bonham Carter’s recent departure from the HBO series. Reports indicate Carter exited shortly after production began because her role “did not align