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September 14, 2026

Chappell Roan Announces a Fundraiser in Support of Trans Youth and LGBTQ+ Communities

Since singer Chappell Roan rose to fame, she has used her platform to draw attention to underserved communities. When she won the Grammy for Best New Artist, for example, she demanded better support systems for struggling artists. In 2025, she launched The Midwest Princess Project, which supports trans youth and LGBTQ+ communities. To raise money to further help these groups, Roan has announced The Super Graphic Spectacular, a two-night fundraiser in Los Angeles.

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September 4, 2026

95-Year-Old Willam Shatner To Debut His New Heavy Metal Band at Riot Fest l in Chicago

Is there anything that William Shatner can’t do? The 95-year-old actor has been to space; starred in Star Trek, one of the biggest franchises in the world; penned dozens of books; and even acted in an autobiographical one-man show on Broadway. For his latest endeavor, the Canadian icon is turning to heavy metal music. Shatner and his new band, The *uckers, will be making their live debut this September.

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August 27, 2026

Iceland Eclipse: How This Immersive Festival Celebrated the Last Total Solar Eclipse Until 2196 [Interview]

The Snæfellsnes Peninsula in Iceland was in an ideal location to view the total solar eclipse that happened across Europe on August 12, 2026. It was the last total solar eclipse in that area until 2196, which meant it was important to make it count. Iceland Eclipse, an immersive festival bringing together music, art, science, and wellness, certainly made the most of the fleeting moment.

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August 21, 2026

RIP Plas Johnson: Saxophonist Behind the Iconic ‘Pink Panther’ Theme Dies at 94

Embed from Getty Images You might not immediately recognize the name Plas Johnson, but you’ve almost certainly heard his saxophone. The musician behind the slinky, instantly recognizable tenor saxophone solo in Henry Mancini’s “The Pink Panther Theme” died on July 15, 2026, at the age of 94, just six days before his 95th birthday. Johnson’s contribution to The Pink Panther was only one part of a career that spanned decades.

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