When J.J. Abrams was looking for a co-screenwriter for what became Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, he thought of someone he’d never worked with before: Chris Terrio, who won an Oscar for writing Argo (and went on to work on Batman v Superman and Justice League, but that’s another …

Usher has released a new song, “Don’t Waste My Time,” featuring British singer Ella Mai. The track, co-produced by Bryan-Michael Cox and Jermaine Dupri, is a smooth-talking R&B pop number. “Good lovin’, no questions,” Usher croons on the hooky track. “Reach out, and you’ll touch me/Bad habits, don’t judge me/Just …

This summer, Luke Combs released a country-rocker called “Let’s Just Be Friends.” Featured on The Angry Birds Movie 2 soundtrack, the song begins with a political parable set-up that’ll scan as familiar to anyone who’s listened to country radio over the past few years. You’re from one side of the …

Umphrey’s McGee embrace nostalgic country-rock in the new song “Ride on Pony.” The prog-minded jam stalwarts temper their typical improvisational exploration to take a trip down memory lane in the brawny heartland ballad, which features earnest acoustic strumming uplifted by arena-ready distortion-soaked chords and anthemic organ swells. The standalone single, …

Harry Styles served as guest host of The Late Late Show Tuesday, with the singer delivering the late-night show’s monologue, interviewing Kendall Jenner and sitting in the driver’s seat alongside passenger James Corden for a mini-version of Carpool Karaoke. During the four-minute ride to work, Corden offered up advice to …

John Moreland sings about war, religion, and commerce in his new song “Harder Dreams.” The track is the latest release off his upcoming album LP5, due February 7th. Minimally produced by Matt Pence, with a brushed beat and accents of plinking notes, the song is carried by Moreland’s pained vocal. …

The Doors have announced a new concert documentary to honor the legacy of late keyboardist Ray Manzarek. The Doors: Break on Thru – A Celebration of Ray Manzarek will premiere in theaters around the world in a one-night only event on February 12th, which would have been Manzarek’s birthday. Tickets …

Kanye West has announced the premiere of his new opera, Mary, which is set to debut on December 8th at Miami Marine Stadium in Miami, Florida. It follows the staging of his first opera, Nebuchadnezzar, in Los Angeles, California last month. West announced the news on Thursday evening via Twitter. …

Anthony Comello, 25, the conspiracy theory believer accused of killing alleged Gambino family boss Francesco “Frank” Cali was in court on Thursday where a judge ruled his statements to police after the murder were admissible. Comello’s attorney had argued the statements should be thrown out because of Comello’s mental and …

B illy Dee Williams,” says Billy Dee Williams, ticking off the syllables with a well-manicured index finger. “BILLY . . . DEE . . . WILLIAMS.” He repeats himself three more times in his musical baritone before unleashing one of the 20th century’s most seductive smiles, satisfied he’s made his point. “There are certain individuals whose legacy you …