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1. Jay-Z burnishes his legend at SoFi Stadium

   After earlier stadium shows in New York, London and Paris, the 56-year-old rap superstar touched down in Inglewood for a set overflowing with hits.

2. Stevie Wonder files lawsuit to evict reported ex-fiancée living rent-free at his L.A. property

   Stevie Wonder is taking legal action against a reported ex-fiancée, seeking to evict the woman after she has allegedly lived more than 30 years rent-free at the singer's Hollywood property.

3. Mary J. Blige won't let anyone ruin this for her

   As she continues her residency in Las Vegas, the veteran R&B star looks back on her long career and considers a string of recent accolades.

4. Ex-Eminem employee, accused of stealing and selling rapper's unreleased work, pleads guilty

   A former studio engineer for Eminem pleads guilty to a charge of criminal copyright infringement. Prosecutors accuse the man of stealing and selling the rapper's unreleased music.

5. 50 Cent allegedly bailed out suspect who was accused of assaulting Rick Ross' son

   50 Cent allegedly bailed out a 20-year-old man identified in police filings as Don Roberts, who is accused of pistol-whipping Rick Ross' son, 21-year-old William Roberts III. The two rappers have been feuding since the late 2000s.

6. Latina DJs reflect on 10 years of neoperreo: 'The weirder, the better'

   From digital networks to dance floor sanctuaries, the reimagining of reggaeton called 'neoperreo' — made by and for femmes and freaks — turns 10 this year. Founders say the movement goes beyond the sound.

7. The five best moments from CMA's Dolly Parton tribute

   The two-hour CMA tribute to Dolly Parton, who died of cancer in August, offered touching performances but largely stayed within country music, despite her influence across genres.

8. Chappell Roan might just go on singing these songs forever

   The pop star brought her old hits — and a surprise appearance by Christina Aguilera — to the first night of her Super Graphic Spectacular fundraiser at the Shrine Auditorium.

9. John Anderson, country Hall of Famer known for 'Swingin,'' 'Straight Tequila Night,' dies

   The country-western star known for twangy hits has died. He was 71.

10. Lou Gramm to reunite with Foreigner for concerts as he plans to retire with a 'bang'

    Former Foreigner vocalist Lou Gramm shared plans to retire: 'The second most important thing to putting your heart and your mind and your body into... a great band is knowing when to walk away.'

11. How Tony Berg is building a home for music's future

    The veteran record producer has made his Van Nuys recording studio a haven for young acts like Sombr and Phoebe Bridgers.

12. Fontaines D.C.'s Grian Chatten is all about dystopia, but says AI is 'rendering our souls obsolete'

    Fontaines D.C.'s Grian Chatten talks about the group's new album "Dopamine Chamber" and the shock of landing in an AI controversy.

13. The Paradox's pop-punk saviors are coming to a town near you

    Riding the wave of a whirlwind two-year ascent, the Paradox is breathing new life into pop-punk, delving deeper into social issues with its sophomore EP, 'Proceed With Caution,' and embarking on its first headlining tour

14. Maná to bring 'intimate' fan experience to Yaamava' for 2027 residency

    On Monday, the famed Mexican rock band announced an exclusive 2027 residency at the Yaamava' Resort & Casino in San Manuel with a total of six performances: April 6, 8, 11 and Sept. 1, 2, 6, 2027.

15. Muna 'all safe' after band's tour bus catches fire in Burbank

    Members of L.A. indie-pop band Muna are 'all safe' after the band's tour bus caught fire on the southbound 5 Freeway in Burbank.

16. U2 will headline halftime show for Packers-Rams Thanksgiving eve game on Netflix

    U2 will headline the halftime show when the Rams host the Green Bay Packers at SoFi Stadium on Nov. 25, in the NFL's first Thanksgiving eve game, which will stream on Netflix.

17. How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to 'Weird Al' Yankovic

    For the legendary pop parodist, Courage Bagels, Toi on Sunset and celebrating canceled plans are on the agenda.

18. Charli XCX is figuring out what happens after you win

    The English pop star brought her tour behind this year's 'Music, Fashion, Film' to Inglewood's Kia Forum for two shows over the weekend.

19. Sasha Alex Sloan has a (hit) song for that

    The songwriter has penned hits this year for Olivia Rodrigo and Karol G. She's also got an impressive album of her own on the way.

20. Miley Cyrus is an ambivalent comeback queen

    The musician and actor played her first full headlining show in years Friday night at the Hollywood Bowl.