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2025 American Music Awards: Full Winners List

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ama-2025The 2025 American Music Awards aired live from Fontainebleau Las Vegas, with Jennifer Lopez returning as host and kicking off the night with a performance. The fan-voted show recognized the year’s most popular artists across genres, with nominees based on streaming, sales, airplay, and touring data.

Billie Eilish was the night’s standout, winning all seven of her nominated categories, including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year. Eilish, currently on tour in Europe, did not attend the ceremony.

Kendrick Lamar led with 10 nominations but won only one (Favorite Hip-Hop Song for “Not Like Us”). Post Malone, nominated in eight categories, took home two awards including Favorite Country Song and Favorite Male Country Artist.

Beyoncé won Best Country Album, following previous snubs at other country music awards. Taylor Swift, despite six nominations, was absent from the event and did not take home any awards.

This year’s performers included Lopez, Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton, Lainey Wilson, Gloria Estefan, Benson Boone, Renée Rapp, and others. Janet Jackson received the Icon Award; Rod Stewart was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award and closed the show with a performance.

Presenters featured a mix of artists and personalities, including Shaboozey, Dan + Shay, Cara Delevingne, Tiffany Haddish, and Wayne Brady.

Artist of the Year
Billie Eilish — Winner
Ariana Grande
Chappell Roan
Kendrick Lamar
Morgan Wallen
Post Malone
Sabrina Carpenter
SZA
Taylor Swift
Zach Bryan

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Cannes 2025: ‘It Was Just an Accident’ Wins Palme d’Or Amid Strong Year for Global Cinema

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cannes-2025The 78th Cannes Film Festival concluded with Iranian director Jafar Panahi winning the Palme d’Or for It Was Just an Accident, a tense moral thriller inspired by his own imprisonment in Iran. The film, which follows a group of former detainees confronting their alleged torturer, marked Panahi’s first in-person appearance at Cannes in over two decades. His emotional return and the film’s urgent themes of oppression and justice drew widespread acclaim and a standing ovation at the ceremony.

Panahi, long banned from leaving Iran, dedicated the prize to artists exiled from their home countries. His win also extended indie distributor Neon’s streak to six consecutive Palme d’Or victories, including previous titles like Parasite and Anora.

Beyond Panahi’s triumph, the festival showcased a wide range of standout films. Joachim Trier won the Grand Prix for Sentimental Value, while the Jury Prize was split between Óliver Laxe’s Sirât and Mascha Schilinski’s Sound of Falling. Brazil’s The Secret Agent took home Best Director for Kleber Mendonça Filho and Best Actor for Wagner Moura. Best Actress went to Nadia Melliti for The Little Sister.

The Camera d’Or for best first film was awarded to Hasan Hadi’s The President’s Cake, the first Iraqi film to win at Cannes. A special award was given to Bi Gan for Resurrection.

Despite a power outage affecting the region hours before the ceremony, the festival concluded without major disruption, ending what many considered one of Cannes’ strongest years in recent memory.

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Sabrina Carpenter, Hozier, Doja Cat, Luke Combs, The Strokes, John Summit, Doechii, Feid And Cage The Elephant To Lead Austin City Limits Music Festival 2025

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austin-city-limitsThe 2025 Austin City Limits Music Festival has released its official artist lineup. Scheduled to take place across two weekends—October 3–5 and October 10–12—at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas, the event will feature performances by Sabrina Carpenter, Hozier, Doja Cat, Luke Combs, The Strokes, John Summit, Doechii, Feid, and Cage the Elephant.

Additional artists include T-Pain, Empire of the Sun, Djo, Pierce the Veil (weekend two), Rilo Kiley (weekend two), Maren Morris (weekend one), Mk.gee, Zeds Dead, Sammy Virji, Polo & Pan, ROLE MODEL, and others. Performances will take place across nine stages.

Tickets for the three-day festival go on sale at 12 p.m. CT today via www.aclfestival.com.

Several artists return to the event after previous performances on smaller stages. Luke Combs, who performed on the BMI stage in 2017, is among this year’s headliners. The 2025 lineup also includes a range of emerging performers such as Fujii Kaze (weekend two), ROLE MODEL, Gigi Perez, CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso (weekend two), Olivia Dean, Yoke Lore, flowerovlove, Royal & The Serpent, Amble, Good Neighbours, and Celeste (weekend one).
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SFFILM Announces the Lineup for the 68th San Francisco International Film Festival

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L to R top row: Josh O’Connor, Lily LaTorre in REBUILDING. Nicole Beharie, André Holland in LOVE, BROOKLYN. Asia Kate Dillon, Ridley Asha Bateman in OUTERLANDS. L to R, bottom row: filmmaker Chris Columbus, and actor André Holland. Top row photos and A. Holland headshot courtesy of rights holders. C. Columbus photo courtesy of Netflix; photo by Giles Keyte.

Today, SFFILM announced the full lineup for the 68th San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM Festival), the longest-running film festival in the Americas. Taking place April 17-27, the Festival returns to its full 11-day run bringing the best of this year’s global filmmaking to Bay Area audiences in theaters across San Francisco’s Marina and Presidio neighborhoods, the Mission, and in Berkeley. The festival lineup includes over 150 films from more than 50 countries including 11 World Premieres, 10 International Premieres, 10 North American Premieres, and six US Premieres. All feature films in competition, special events, and Marquee sections are California premieres. In addition to many filmmakers returning to the Festival, the program also includes 11 SFFILM Supported titles which are projects that received support from the organization’s youth education and artist development programs as grants, residencies, or funding, reflecting the year round mission of SFFILM.

“I am over the moon that we are back with 11 days of screenings, special Tributes, Awards, free talks, our annual Industry Days Conference, parties, city tours, and much more. It has been a delight to curate over 150 films for this year’s festival and we cannot wait to welcome local and international creatives to the city by the Bay,” said Jessie Fairbanks, SFFILM’s Director of Programming. “The program is packed with discovery titles, emerging storytellers, buzzy new films, A-list talent, and a special horror retrospective—that will be sure to delight audiences and filmmakers alike.”

The Festival opens with Max Walker-Silverman’s Rebuilding, a poignant exploration of communal love and resilience in the wake of devastating wildfires. This intimate, timely drama stars Josh O’Connor (Challengers, La Chimera, The Crown) as a man determined to restore his family’s ranch and rediscover his purpose. The Centerpiece presentation is Rachael Abigail Holder’s Love, Brooklyn, a layered romantic comedy exploring urban isolation and Black life in the modern age. Executive produced by Steven Soderbergh and starring André Holland, Nicole Beharie, and DeWanda Wise, the film generates plenty of sparks and humor. The Centerpiece film is presented alongside a Festival Tribute celebrating the career and craft of André Holland (Selma, Moonlight, Passing) who has been dazzling audiences on stage, television, and screen over the past two decades. Alongside the Centerpiece film, Holland offers a remarkable performance in Andre Gaines’s The Dutchman in the Marquee spotlight.
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The “Electric Lounge” Returns to Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival

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Electric-Lounge-Returns-to-WonderfrontThe “Electric Lounge” returns to Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival May 16-18, 2025.

Today, Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival, in collaboration with Tiki’s Music, makes its highly anticipated return from last year, bringing an exciting new experience to festival-goers! The Electric Lounge is back, bigger and better than ever, with an expanded space, a fresh vibrant look, and a dynamic lineup that promises to elevate the dance music scene The lounge will immerse attendees in a space filled with infectious beats, retro-inspired art, and unexpected surprises throughout the weekend. Get ready for a high-energy atmosphere that will keep you dancing all day and night.

This year’s Electric Lounge curates an eclectic mix of artists from across the country and South America, blending a range of dance music styles while maintaining a cohesive flow each day. With a nostalgic funk aesthetic, colorful lighting, and immersive décor, the space is designed to radiate electric energy, creating the perfect setting for free-flowing movement and expression.
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Green Day, Noah Kahan, Fall Out Boy To Headline Oceans Calling Festival 2025

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oceans-callingThe highly-anticipated lineup has been announced for the 2025 edition of Oceans Calling Festival with Green Day, Noah Kahan, and Fall Out Boy set to headline September 26-28 at the Ocean City, Maryland Boardwalk. The festival returns to Ocean City Inlet Beach with more than 40 artists performing across 3 stages including Weezer, Lenny Kravitz, Vampire Weekend, Good Charlotte, Train, The Black Crowes, Nelly, Devo, Modest Mouse, O.A.R., Vance Joy, CAKE, Ziggy Marley, Jack’s Mannequin, and many more.

The entire lineup by-day can be found at www.oceanscallingfestival.com. Tickets will be available this Friday, February 14 beginning with the Presale at 10AM ET, followed by the public on-sale at 11 AM ET with any remaining tickets.

In addition to the music, Oceans Calling celebrates the return of renowned Chef Robert Irvine alongside culinary stars new to the Oceans Calling stage: Michael Voltaggio, Brian Voltaggio, and Anne Burrell, who will all be presenting lively cooking demos hosted by Jason Biggs for a delicious weekend to remember. Festival goers will once again have access to the Ocean City Boardwalk and its businesses in residence as well as the iconic Jolly Roger at the Pier amusement park, both located inside the festival grounds, as admission will be included with the purchase of an Oceans Calling Festival ticket.
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Tyler Childers And Sturgill Simpson To Headline FairWell Festival 2025 In Central Oregon

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fairwell-festival-2025Tyler Childers and Sturgill Simpson are set to headline the third edition of FairWell Festival, happening July 18-19, 2025 at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond, Oregon. The festival brings fans over 30 artists across three stages with additional performances from Sierra Ferrell, Dwight Yoakam, Koe Wetzel, Cody Jinks, Flatland Cavalry, Ludacris, Tanya Tucker, Treaty Oak Revival, Wyatt Flores, Charles Wesley Godwin and more for the ultimate country music celebration held in the High Desert of Central Oregon.

The full lineup with performances by-day can be found at www.fairwellfestival.com, and presale tickets for Central Oregon residents are available now followed by the public on-sale this Friday, February 14 at 10AM PT.

Beyond the music, FairWell Festival continues to offer fans Central Oregon-sourced culinary options as well as beer and wine selections, a curated artisan market, and the iconic ferris wheel for unbeatable festival views at the top. Fans will also have access to shaded areas throughout the festival grounds with relaxed seating, dedicated bars, lawn games, dance lessons at the Three Sisters Saloon, and much more!
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Outlaw Music Festival Celebrates 10 Years With A Superstar Lineup For 2025 Tour

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outlaw-music-festivalThe Outlaw Music Festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary. Since its 2016 inception in Scranton, PA, the festival has become a hallmark of authentic Americana, developing into one of North America’s largest annual touring franchises.

The Outlaw Music Festival Tour, led by cultural and musical icon Willie Nelson, unites music legends with today’s superstars in celebration of the outlaw spirit and genre-defying music. Artists such as Bonnie Raitt, Brandi Carlile, Chris Stapleton, Eric Church, John Fogerty, John Mellencamp, Luke Combs, Neil Young, Phil Lesh, Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, Sheryl Crow, Sturgill Simpson, The Avett Brothers, Tyler Childers, Van Morrison, Zach Bryan, ZZ Top, and many more have been a part of the Outlaw Tour, creating unforgettable music memories.

This milestone year promises to be the biggest yet, with 35 stops across 22 states featuring an incredible lineup of artists, vibrant festival experiences, and special tributes to its storied history. Join us as we honor a decade of trailblazing music and memories, with the Outlaw Music Festival continuing to set the stage for the next generation of legendary performances. See the Outlaw Music Festival’s 10th Anniversary gallery at http://outlawmusicfestival.com/10years.

“What an amazing lineup to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Outlaw Music Festival Tour. I can’t wait to join friends and family in bringing this celebration to the fans we love,” says Willie Nelson.

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Romantic Thriller “Plainclothes” Premiered at Sundance Film Festival 2025

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The romantic thriller drama, directed by Carmen Emmi and starring Russell Tovey and Tom Blyth, premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, Jan. 26, 2025.

Set in 1990s, the film’s logline says: “A promising undercover officer assigned to lure and arrest gay men defies orders when he falls in love with a target.”

See photos from the premiere below.

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Sundance 2025: Psychological Horror Film “Rabbit Trap” Premiere

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Psychological horror film “Rabbit Trap” premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on Jan 24, 2025 in the Midnight section, with producer Elijah Wood, writer-director Bryn Chainey and cast and crew in attendance.

Logline says: “When a musician and her husband move to a remote house in Wales, the music they make disturbs local ancient folk magic, bringing a nameless child to their door who is intent on infiltrating their lives.”

Photos: aipimaging.com
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