fact or fiction
Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the lesser known truths in the music universe.
Dolly Parton
The name Dolly Parton evokes a powerful sense of joy, resilience, and unparalleled talent. As a beloved singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist, she has been a constant and comforting presence in American culture for decades. However, with her advanced age—Dolly Parton is 78 years old—it's natural for fans to express concern about her well-being. Recent online searches like "Dolly Parton health," "is Dolly Parton sick," and "what happened to Dolly Parton" have surged, often fueled by the cyclical nature of internet gossip. This article aims to separate fact from fiction and celebrate the ongoing vitality of a true national treasure.
By KAMRAN AHMAD4 months ago in Beat
“Golden” Lives on Stage: KPop Demon Hunters Singers Make Late-Night Debut on The Tonight Show
On a buzzing Tuesday night, KPop Demon Hunters fans got something they had only dreamt of: a full live performance of the hit song “Golden,” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. The fictional K-pop trio Huntr/x — voiced by real singers EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami — took over the stage, bringing their chart-topping anthem from animation to late-night reality.
By Omasanjuwa Ogharandukun4 months ago in Beat
Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl”: Decoding the 12th Studio Album and the Real-Life Inspirations Behind Every Track
On October 3, 2025, Taylor Swift released her much-anticipated 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl. Fans have been buzzing about the project for months, eagerly awaiting the deeper meanings behind each track. After revealing some details in August during her appearance on the New Heights podcast with her fiancé, Travis Kelce, Swift shared that this album came from a place of joy, chaos, and drama.
By Lynn Myers4 months ago in Beat
Nicki Minaj's Solo Reign is Over, and She Knows It by NWO Sparrow
The Pinkprint is Broken: Cardi B’s Raw Honesty Made Nicki’s Persona Obsolete by NWO Sparrow . While one legend battles her successors, the other elevates them. Who is really more secure in their legacy?
By NWO SPARROW4 months ago in Beat
The Rumor Mill Churns
The Super Bowl Halftime Show is more than just an intermission; it's a global cultural event. Each year, speculation runs rampant about which artist will land the coveted spot. For Super Bowl 2026, one name dominates the conversation: Bad Bunny. The rumor that the Puerto Rican superstar will headline the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show has set the music and sports worlds ablaze, promising a potential performance for the history books.
By KAMRAN AHMAD4 months ago in Beat
El Pablo 1x Ignites Memphis Music Scene
Memphis, TN – El Pablo 1x is back, and the music world is feeling the energy. Fresh off a feature on Fox and a Midwest tour with Bubba Startz, El Pablo 1x is not just performing—he’s leading a movement. With his roots deep in Memphis, family close, and community at the heart of everything he does, he’s turning every project into a high-voltage experience.
By Independent Indie Artist Radar5 months ago in Beat
Five Songs That Should Find A Permanent Home In The Red Hot Center Of A Collapsing Star
I wasn’t going to participate in this. Music is like pizza toppings… most people like normal, good quality things, and some people are wrong and like pineapple. It’s not worth my time to argue with the neanderthals who like the latter. There’s plenty around to make my blood boil and delving into those songs I spend time consciously avoiding isn’t exactly what I want to do with my free time.
By Matthew J. Fromm5 months ago in Beat
d4vd: The Rise of David Anthony Burke, Beyond Rumors and Viral Searches
The internet moves fast. In the age of TikTok trends and overnight fame, artists like David Anthony Burke, better known as d4vd, have emerged as powerful voices in the music industry. But along with fame comes another side of online culture: viral misinformation.
By KAMRAN AHMAD5 months ago in Beat
Cheap Leather Friends...
“Maybe I should just let my phone die…” I thought to myself as I made my way across the foyer of my apartment. Exhausted, slightly burnt out, slightly irritated because it only takes one fucking idiot to fuck the entire course of traffic up. It usually takes a special kinda idiot. It’s exactly 8:37PM as I have finally…finally entered my home.
By Paulina Pachel6 months ago in Beat
