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Ronnie Dunn and Kix Brooks of Brooks & Dunn, winner of the Vocal Duo of the Year Award, pose in the press room during the 59th Annual CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 19, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee

Whatever Happened to Brooks & Dunn?

The duo, who broke up in 2009, will perform on ‘New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash.’

NEW YEAR'S ROCKIN' EVE 1980(aka DICK CLARK'S NEW YEAR'S ROCKIN' EVE), host Dick Clark, (1980), 1972-.

Who Performed at the First ‘Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’?

The special first aired in 1972.

ROSWELL, Dwight Yoakam, 1994

Whatever Happened to Dwight Yoakam?

The country legend will appear on ‘New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash.’

Linda Perry of 4 Non Blondes performs onstage during the 2025 KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas at The Kia Forum on December 13, 2025 in Inglewood, California

Why 4 Non Blondes Are Playing ‘Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’

The ’90s rockers are unexpectedly returning to the spotlight.

Musicians who died in 2025 collage with Ozzy Osbourne, Brian Wilson, Ace Frehley, Bobby Sherman, Roberta Flack

Remembering the Musicians We Rocked Out to & Lost in 2025

The music industry lost some major titans and influencers this year. We pay tribute with some of their biggest hits.

(MANDATORY CREDIT Ebet Roberts/Getty Images) UNITED STATES - NOVEMBER 01: Photo of FOREIGNER; Mick Jones, Dennis Elliott, Rick Willis, Lou Gramm (front)

How to Watch Styx, Foreigner and More Perform on New Year’s Eve ‘Coast-to-Coast Countdown 2026’

Rock in the new year with classic rock stars including Cheap Trick, Kevin Cronin of REO Speedwagon, 38 Special and more.

2025 Celebrity deaths collage

Remembering the Classic Actors, Musicians and Celebrities We Loved & Lost in 2025

Remembering those who left us this year.

THE WICKER MAN, Christopher Lee, 1973

Did You Know Christopher Lee Released a Heavy Metal Christmas Album?

He actually recorded more than one!

SONG SUNG BLUE, from left: Hugh Jackman as Mike Sardina, Kate Hudson as Claire Sardina, 2025

What’s the True Story Behind ‘Song Sung Blue’?

The Milwaukee duo triumphed over hardship to create an impressive Neil Diamond tribute band.

SOUL BOYS OF THE WESTERN WORLD, Spandau Ballet at Live Aid, Steve Norman, Gary Kemp, Martin Kemp, John Keeble, Tony Hadley, 2014

How Many Versions of “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” Are There?

The hit 1984 version was just the start.

OZARK JUBILEE, Brenda Lee, 1956-1960

What Is Brenda Lee Doing This Christmas?

The “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” singer has a new vinyl album and a new book out!

Kiss, from left: Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Peter Criss, Ace Frehley, circa 1998

Whatever Happened to Kiss Drummer Peter Criss?

Did he reunite with the original surviving members of the band for the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors?

Michael Crawford, 1980s.

Whatever Happened To ‘Phantom of the Opera’ Star Michael Crawford?

The stage and screen star was a 2025 Kennedy Center honoree.

LAS VEGAS - MAY 26: Musician George Strait performs on stage at the

Whatever Happened to George Strait?

The musician was recognized at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors.

THE TEMPTATIONS, D.B. Woodside, Leon, Charles Malik Whitfield, terron Brooks, Christian Payton, 1998

Whatever Happened to the Cast of ‘The Temptations’ Miniseries?

The beloved 1998 mini-series will air on December 23 on the MOVIES! Network.

Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton’s Rare Photo With Sister Rachel Has Fans Seeing Double

The Queen of Country, 79, had a total of 11 siblings.

BOSTON PUBLIC, 'Chapter Fifty-Six', (Season 3), Counting Crows (Adam Duritz, Ben Mize, David Immergluck), 2000-04

Whatever Happened to Counting Crows?

The ’90s stalwarts are the subject of a new HBO documentary, premiering December 18 at 9/8c.

BONANZA, Lorne Greene, 1959-73

The ‘Bonanza’ Cast’s Forgotten Christmas Album

The cast sang holiday classics, in character.

Joe Ely

Country Icon Joe Ely Dead at 78 as Tributes Pour In

The Texas singer-songwriter fought multiple health battles leading up to his death.

Abraham Quintanilla, Selena's father

Selena Quintanilla’s Father Abraham Dead at 86

Selena, who was widely regarded as the “Queen of Tejano Music,” was shot and killed in 1995.

Raul Malo of The Mavericks

Raul Malo of The Mavericks Dead at 60 as Tributes Pour In

The frontman of the Latin-country band died on December 8, 2025.

Gene Simmons of US rock group Kiss performs live on stage, for a one-off Independence Day show as a fundraiser for the Help for Heroes charity, at The Kentish Town Forum on July 4, 2012 in London, England

Rocker Gene Simmons Hits on News Anchor During Cringey TV Interview

Watch as the interview turns awkward.

JULIE ANDREWS...THE SOUND OF CHRISTMAS, Julie Andrews, John Denver, 1987

Inside Julie Andrews’ Forgotten ‘Sound of Music’ Christmas Special

In 1987, Andrews revisited the world of the Von Trapps.

EAST HAMPTON, NY - SEPTEMBER 02: Sean

7 Shocking Details the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Docuseries Didn’t Tell You

These are the burning questions left out of the docuseries.

NEW ORLEANS - JULY 5: Singer Smokey Robinson performs at the 2003 Essence Festival at the 2003 Essence Festival July 5, 2003 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The performances were taped to air on the UPN Network on September 12, 2003

What Was the Original Motown Christmas?

The TV special airs on NBC on December 9 … but it’s part of a long Motown tradition.

KISS, Ace Frehley, Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Peter Criss.

KISS Reunites at Red Carpet Event After Ace Frehley’s Death

Simmons, Paul Stanley, and Peter Criss were celebrated at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors.

Charlotte Stewart and Alison Arngrim in 'Little House on the Prairie'

‘Little House on the Prairie’ Stars Dish on Charlotte Stewart’s True Relationship With Jim Morrison

Previously, the actress behind Miss Beadle insisted she and The Doors frontman were friends.

Bing Crosby's Merrie Old Christmas Bing Crosby David Bowie 1977

What’s the Worst Christmas Song Ever? Vote for Your Pick! (POLL)

Which of these tunes gives you the biggest holiday headache?

TLC (Tionne 'T-Boz' Watkins, Lisa 'Left Eye' Lopes (1971-2002) and Rozonda 'Chilli' Thomas), pop group, circa 1995.

TLC Member Chilli Reveals What the Group’s Name Really Stood For

It’s not a family-friendly explanation.

Backstreet Boys

Backstreet Boys Spark Fan Frenzy After Cryptic Countdown Post

AJ McLean’s new video teased an exciting announcement — and fans have theories.