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Semisonic just reminded everyone they still exist—by dragging the White House for using their 1998 hit “Closing Time” in a deportation video. The Trump administration, apparently clueless about the song’s meaning, used it in a clip featuring Border Patrol agents sending handcuffed immigrants onto a plane. The band fired back, saying they “did not authorize or condone” its use and that the government “missed the point entirely.” Given that the last time Semisonic was relevant, flip phones were cutting-edge, this could’ve been a rare moment of positive exposure—too bad they had to spend it shutting down political nonsense.

A$AP Rocky just set the bar sky-high—literally. At Rolling Loud California 2025, the Harlem icon made a dramatic helicopter entrance before unleashing new music, sending the crowd into a frenzy. Rihanna was front and center as Rocky delivered banger after banger, including an unreleased Metro Boomin-produced track. Is Don’t Be Dumb finally on the way, or is he just keeping us guessing?

Lizzo’s not just back—she’s doubling down. The self-love queen just announced her new single Still Bad, dropping this Thursday at noon, proving she’s still THAT girl. Following her recent comeback track Love in Real Life, this latest release promises to bring the confidence, sass, and high-energy funk Lizzo fans crave. Read on for the details.

Jack White’s Corporation just got a political makeover—and Trump and Musk were the prime targets. White unleashed a fiery takedown during his Boston show, flipping lyrics to call out billionaires and bad decisions.

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Some performances are career-defining—and others are soul-shakingly terrifying. RAYE found herself smack in the middle of both when she took on Adele’s powerhouse Bond theme “Skyfall” at the 2025 Oscars as part of an all-star 007 tribute performance featuring BLACKPINK’s Lisa and Doja Cat. RAYE’s thoughts after stepping off the stage? “Absolutely nerve-wracking.” Because, let’s be real, covering Adele in front of Hollywood royalty is like trying to out-moonwalk Michael Jackson. A Bond Tribute Fit for the Oscars The 97th Academy Awards decided to honor six decades of cinematic espionage with a James Bond tribute featuring three of music’s biggest stars: 🎤 Doja Cat tackled Shirley Bassey’s Diamonds Are Forever 🎸 Lisa delivered Paul McCartney’s Live And Let Die 🔥 RAYE braved Skyfall—and lived to tell the tale. RAYE admitted she was shaking in her stilettos before taking the stage. “It was terrifying but also so incredible at the same time. No one can sing Adele like Adele.” She even confessed to keeping her eyes shut through most of the song—only to open them at the end and see Ariana Grande giving her a standing ovation. “It doesn’t matter what anybody else thinks because Ariana loved it, and I’m happy with that.” Social Media Buzz & Fan Reactions The internet, as expected, had thoughts. The Bond tribute got mixed reviews, with some praising the unexpected collaborations, while others weren’t sure the performances lived up to the legendary original tracks. Even Doja Cat admitted to hitting a few flat notes, and let’s just say Bond fans online weren’t as forgiving. Meanwhile, RAYE took to Instagram the next day, posting a clip of her performance with a humble, heartfelt caption: “Was sooo nervous to sing this song because no one can sing Adele like Adele, but I tried my very best. I am just so grateful to the Oscars Academy for this invitation to sing on this stage.” The Bigger Bond News? Amazon Just Took Over the Franchise While the tribute had people talking, the real shocker for Bond fans came just days before the Oscars: 💰 Amazon MGM Studios now owns the James Bond franchise. 🚫 The Broccoli family’s 60-year reign over 007 is over. Longtime fans aren’t taking it well. One user summed up the internet’s general vibe: “It’s clearly the end of the franchise for long-time Bond fans.” Will the next Bond film be a Prime Video exclusive starring an AI-generated Sean Connery? Only time will tell.

Cypress Hill made hip-hop history when they brought their ‘90s rap classics to the Royal Albert Hall—backed by the London Symphony Orchestra. Now, the mind-blowing concert film and live album are finally being released.

Drake has abruptly canceled the final four dates of his Australia & New Zealand tour due to “scheduling conflicts”—but after Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl diss, fans are wondering if there’s more to the story.

Bike Week 2025 is roaring into Daytona Beach, and live music is taking over the city! Here’s your guide to the best shows, venues, and must-see performances—plus how to find the full schedule on StaticLive.app!

Travis Scott threw the first pitch at the Houston Astros’ spring training opener, but let’s be real—the bobblehead stole the show.

Rico Nasty is back with Lethal, her first album since Las Ruinas. The first single, “Teethsucker (Yea3x),” is already setting the tone for an album packed with chaos.

Mark Hoppus is swapping tour buses for bookstores as he takes Fahrenheit-182 on the road. Expect pop-punk nostalgia, dark humor, and plenty of Blink-182 madness.

John Lydon has zero interest in the Sex Pistols’ upcoming tour, calling it a “karaoke act” and insisting the band can’t exist without him.

Lady Gaga’s Mayhem is shaping up to be a genre-bending deep dive into fame, self-destruction, and chaos. Here’s what we know about her upcoming album.

The 2025 Super Bowl ads delivered everything from Harrison Ford wisdom to Seal becoming an actual seal. Here’s Static Live’s definitive ranking.

The Prince of Darkness is calling it quits with one last legendary show in Birmingham. Black Sabbath, Metallica, and Slayer will join Ozzy for his farewell.

Kelly Clarkson turned her Kellyoke stage into a ’90s rock dream, tackling Harvey Danger’s Flagpole Sitta with epic vocals and manic energy.

Kanye West and Bianca Censori made a brief—but headline-grabbing—appearance at the 2025 Grammys. Did they get kicked out, or was it all part of Ye’s master plan?