Mumford & Sons' Ted Dwane details the group's new South African-influenced EP

The U.K. crew teamed up with The Very Best, Baaba Maal, and Beatenberg for a 5-song adventure. The move elicited an enormous outcry from listeners who liked Mumford & Sons just as they were. And whenWilder Minddropped last May, it receivedmixed reviewsfrom critics. Credit: Nardus Engelbrecht/Gallo Images/Getty Images (Fans proved easier to win over; the albumreached No. 1on the overall albums chart.) We dont make music except for the joy of making music, really and meeting people and sharing ideas....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 206 words · Cynthia Wells

Mumford and Sons new collaborative EP Johannesberg is here

Mumford & Sons new collaborative EPJohannesburgis now ready for your listening pleasure on iTunes and Spotify. We had two rooms going, simultaneously, Johan recalled during aninterview with EW. Johan was at the helm, producing, and everyone was writing and adding to ideas. Credit: Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images It was a true collaboration there was no real plan, and we just saw what happened. The songs utilize new mechanics for the group, including African drums mixed with their classic folk sound....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 91 words · Amanda Wilson

Muppets Most Wanted: Kermit Looks Back

Kermit:‘‘I wasn’t the star of the show and wasn’t even billed as a frog. But it was great preparation for my career. Most important, that’s when I met Jim Henson. Del Ankers I’m not exactly sure what Jim did, but whatever it was really moved me. He had a remarkable spirit that made you believe anything was possible. Kermit:‘‘Thanks toThe Muppet Show, I became an international star. Richard Termine She was, and is, a force of nature....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 303 words · Molly Anderson

Murder on the Orient Expresscast had to shoot toughest scene on first day

It was very interesting, every day, to be in that company. Its beyond my control! you know the line from one of her scenes with John Malkovich inDangerous Liaisons. Nicola Dove/Fox [But], its true that, working together, after a while, you relax. I said, No, this is a mistake,' the actress recalls. I asked if we could do it at least a week into the shooting and Kenneth said no....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 144 words · Kathleen Wallace

Muriel's Wedding musical coming to the stage in 2017

Muriel and Rhonda will live on as stage creations. (Songs by ABBA, which factor heavily in the originalMuriels Wedding, will also be included.) Hogan will update his original script for musical, which is not a sequel to the film. Credit: Photofest Ive been asked a lot, will there ever be a sequel? And to be honest, Ive never really… the story felt so complete to me, he said. They drive over a hill and you dont see them again....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 141 words · Stephanie Travis

Music Fandemonium Through the Years

Decades of Music Fandoms This month also known as Fanuary on EW.com we’re celebrating all things fans and fandoms. In honor of the devotees who make the industry move, let’s take a look back at music faithfuls through the years. Frank Sinatra with his fans in Los Angeles in 1943 Fans of Elvis Presley in Miami in 1956 Fans of Elvis Presley at a screening of Love Me Tender in 1956 Fans of Elvis Presley get autographs in 1956 Fans of The Beatles in New York City in 1964 Fans of The Beatles rallying in 1964 Fans of The Beatles in Toronto in 1964 Fans of Tom Jones in the UK in 1969 Fans of the Grateful Dead at a concert in 1977 Fans of Michael Jackson in New Orleans in 1979 Fans of James Brown at a concert in 1980 Fans of Michael Jackson gathering in 1985 Fans of Madonna in New York in 1986 Fan dressed as Madonna in Japan in 1987 Fans of the Backstreet Boys in Germany in 1996 Fans of the Backstreet Boys in Germany in 1997 Fans of the Spice Girls in Switzerland in 1998 Fans of Hanson in New York City in 2000 Fans of Britney Spears in Los Angeles in 2000 Fans of Beyonce in Scotland in 2003 Fans of *NSYNC in Florida in 2003 Fans of Britney Spears in Germany in 2004 Fans of the Spice Girls in London in 2008 Fans of Kiss in Nevada in 2008 Fans of Kiss in Colombia in 2009 Fans of Katy Perry in Florida in 2009 Fans of Taylor Swift in New York City in 2009 Fans of Justin Bieber in Toronto in 2009 Fans of One Direction in London in 2011 Fans of Katy Perry in Orlando in 2011 Fans of Beyonce in England in 2011 Fans of Psy in South Korea in 2012 Fans of Lady Gaga in Tokyo in 2012 Fans of Lady Gaga in Cape Town in 2012 Fans of Psy in Istanbul in 2013 Fans of Justin Bieber in Norway in 2013 Fans of One Direction in Madrid in 2013 Fans of Taylor Swift in Australia in 2013 Fans of Lady Gaga in London in 2014 Fans of Mariah Carey in Hollywood in 2015 Fans of Taylor Swift in North Carolina in 2015 Fans of the Grateful Dead in California in 2015 Getty Images...

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 537 words · Jasmine Martinez

Music We Loved This Week: Ghostface ft. the Weeknd, Foos, Aubrie Sellers, and more

Here are six tracks we cant stop spinning. (But yeah, you do still need Adele). West himself doesnt guest on the original version and the track has a conspicuous, stellar-rap-verse-sized hole. Credit: Ringo Starr And dont fear, Weeknd purists singer Abel Tesfayes vocal contributions remain intact on this extended remix. Her latest is about being stuck in a rut and seeing no way out. Labelmate Mac DeMarco hops on the track, which is produced by Jarvis Taveniere of Woods....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 97 words · John Whitaker

Music We Loved This Week: Ty Dolla $ign, Miike Snow x Run The Jewels, Movement, and more

Did you know thatAdele put out an albumtoday? While youre waiting for yours to download, heres a few other tunes to give a spin. And here, Francis infuses more of a party feel to it with a clubby take. The enhanced drums amp up the remixs replay-ability (sure, thats a word!) But that doesnt mean youll have to keep replaying their 2012 introductionAnother Boring Sunriseto tide you over until then....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 94 words · Alicia Rogers

Music: Greatest Albums of All Time

From Seattle to Liverpool, teenage symphonies to God to I’ma-let-you-finish bravura see our No. 1 10. Download it:AmazoniTunes 9. No, we cannot. But it’s harder to imagine anyone not getting swept up in this masterpiece of deeply emotional songwriting. Thank you, Michael. In fact, they’re all great songs even the one called ‘‘Turd on the Run.’’ Prince, Purple Rain (1984) Sexiest album ever? The PMRC thought so.

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 67 words · Tina Pennington

Musician-Actors: Best Album Better Than Best Role?

JT’s ‘‘FutureSex/LoveSounds’’ or ‘‘Social internet’? All thatandhe brought sexy back, y’all. The Pope may not have appreciated it at the time, but Her Madgesty’sPrayeranswered all ours. (right) Merrick Morton It’s all about balance, and Smith’s career has been exemplary in that regard. The Academy agreed, awarding her the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Both projects were telling us she wasn’t going anywhere. (right) Cinergi Pictures Well?you know which is really best....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 299 words · Michael Christensen

Musicians Who Turn Celebrities Into Fans

After the show, my brother tries to pressure me to get us backstage. Now that I have a movie in theaters, we think we can get backstage to meet Bruce. The only way to get out is through the tunnel underneath the stadium. Getty Images He knows how psyched you are to be there with him." “From the late ’60s to the mid-’70s… the first time I met Mick Jagger…...

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 368 words · Rebecca Sawyer

My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2: Nia Vardalos interview

The wait for the sequel is completely my fault. ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: Was there a specific event or experience that inspiredMy Big Fat Greek Wedding 2? She said, Just think, in 13 years theyll leave us and go to college! Credit: Don Arnold/WireImage And I went Gulp. I worked on the script for almost four years. What about your specific experience with motherhood was important to address in this movie? George Kraychyk...

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 475 words · Clifford Cole

My Chemical Romance's The Black Parade: Ranking the songs

(The bandofficially shared the newsThursday.) The Black Paradedebuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 when it came out in October 2006 and later went platinum. Credit: Chapman Baehler The record follows a character titled The Patient whos dying of cancer and visited by the Black Parade a.k.a. On the occasion of its upcoming reissue, weve ranked the songs secret track Blood included. Press play, then read on. 10, 9, and 8....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 122 words · Connie Kane