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Ryan Adams Cancels European Tour Because of “Bad Case of Meniere’s,” Deletes Video About Selling His Guitars, Posts Amazing New Song

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Ryan Adams Cancels European Tour Because of “Bad Case of Meniere’s,” Deletes Video About Selling His Guitars, Posts Amazing New Song

I don’t know much about alt-country pop rock singer Ryan Adams other than what I posted the other day.

He said he was having a big sale of all of his possessions. Now, that post has been removed.

Instead, Adams now says he’s cancelling his European tour due to illness. He’s suffering from Meniere’s disease. He wrote: “Tough times. Been sick. Fall tour cancelled.”

At the same time, I was mesmerized by this new song he posted called “Pennsylvania Moon.” It’s like the best new Neil Young record that Neil didn’t make. Adams says it’s an outtake from a trilogy of new albums he’s working on.

What does it all mean? I have no idea.

Paul McCartney’s Animated Film “High in the Clouds” — Which I Announced in 2011 — Was Finally Scored This Weekend, We May See it Soon

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Paul McCartney’s Animated Film “High in the Clouds” — Which I Announced in 2011 — Was Finally Scored This Weekend, We May See it Soon

In 2011, I broke the story about Paul McCartney’s animated film, “High in the Clouds.” It was based on his 200 children’s book.

Read my original story here.

Last year, French film company Gaumont released a list of voice actors including Ringo Starr, Celine Dion, and Jimmy Fallon.

This weekend, “High in the Clouds” finally was scored at Abbey Road Studios, the Beatles’ legendary recording home. We know this thanks to Nicolas Atlan, of Gaumont Television, who posted some photos of the sessions on Instagram. Paul was there, of course, because Paul is everywhere. We learn from the photos that Michael Giacchino wrote the score based on McCartney’s themes. How much better could that be?

This project was initiated in 2011 by Bob Shaye and Michael Lynn at New Line Pictures. So we can thank Bob, and Michael’s memory, when we finally see the film — maybe next spring at Cannes. Who knows?

World Cup Half Time: Tom Cruise Plugs Movie, Shakira Steals the Show, Jennifer Hudson Shines, Bieber Gets Somber, Madonna Gets Short Straw

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World Cup Half Time: Tom Cruise Plugs Movie, Shakira Steals the Show, Jennifer Hudson Shines, Bieber Gets Somber, Madonna Gets Short Straw

The World Cup halftime entertainment was saved by two performers: Jennifer Hudson and Shakira.

Tom Cruise, looking like he hadn’t slept, made an incongruous speech from the field about nothing, then turned up in a video that appeared to have been shot when he arrived at the stadium. The Fox announced then read the promo plug for Tom’s movie, “Digger,” which explained everything.

If Cruise wants that movie to be taken seriously, he’d better stop the shilling. It’s not working.

What happened to Madonna? Instead of singing “Like a Prayer,” she chose the terrible, “Music.” She was singing about “the bourgeoisie” to 100,000 of them who paid thousands to watch the match. Her set was short, and she never returned. It was a bad idea. She got the short straw, without a doubt. (Also, her introductory part was pre-filmed, and lip synced.)

Justin Bieber played a Temu version of the song, “Hallelujah.” Points to him for singing with an acoustic guitar, but it was all wrong in that setting. For once, he gets serious when it’s a big party. Talk about not reading the room.

Forget about classical conductor Gustavo Dudamel. His whole segment was a wreck. And nothing looked worse than Robbie Williams, Nicole Scherzinger, and Laura Pausini. The official World Cup song was terrible, and they looked like outcasts from “Star Search” or rejects from the Eurovision Awards. The bright blue latex outfits were very cheeseball, and frankly, looked uncomfortable.

What worked? Jennifer Hudson, a vision in white, defying the odds of singing in that unforgiving stadium, was sensational with the national anthem. God bless her. Her pipes are always at top speed.

BTS was inoffensive, which is the best thing you can say about them. They’re the bobbleheads of pop music.

And then there was Shakira. After Bieber’s dramatic calamity, Shakira not only saved the show, but stole it from Madonna. Her whole sequence was pitch perfect: thrilling, almost sexy, and heartfelt.

PS Let’s not get into Jason Sudeikis as Ted Lasso, introducing someone with “soul,” and then pulling out the whitest kid in the stadium. A low moment.

See it all here:

World Cup Halftime Show: Madonna Reportedly Singing “Like a Prayer” with Shakira and BTS, What About “Don’t Cry for Me, Argentina”?

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World Cup Halftime Show: Madonna Reportedly Singing “Like a Prayer” with Shakira and BTS, What About “Don’t Cry for Me, Argentina”?

So the World Cup half time show is now about four hours away.

America, this is your chance to look crass or classy.

Madonna is reportedly rehearsing “Like a Prayer” with Shakira and BTS. She’s said to be the opener, but that sounds like a closer. Maybe she’s on twice.

I’m taking bets on whether Justin Bieber will wear just underwear, no shirt, or shorts pulled down below his ass. The poor little guy is bound to take the whole scenario down a few slots.

And what of Tom Cruise? Will he fly over, repel in, wear his “Digger” costume? Or all of the above?

The only person I trust today — besides Lionel Messi — is Jennifer Hudson singing the Star Spangled Banner.

PS Hey wait, maybe Madonna will sing “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina” at the start. Keep that in mind! She did star in “Evita” decades ago.

World Cup Final Ticket Prices Getting Messi: Still Some Good Bargain Seats Left for $25K Apiece with Three Hours Left Before Game

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World Cup Final Ticket Prices Getting Messi: Still Some Good Bargain Seats Left for $25K Apiece with Three Hours Left Before Game

There are some cool deals to be had for World Cup tickets.

You can see on the map some nice seats for around $9,000 apiece.

Even better ones for almost $22,000 apiece. And they come with a good view of Madonna, Justin Bieber, and Tom Cruise.

If I were in town, I’d swoop a bunch up. I might even splurge for $24,500 apiece. Maybe they’ll give you a tortilla.

Who’s paying for all these celebrities? Who’s getting the ticket money? Right in the middle of all this is Donald Trump, who will be sleeping in Infantino’s box.

Box Office: “The Odyssey” Begins Journey with $124.5 Mil Opening Weekend in the US, Highest for Live Action Film So Far This Year

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Box Office: “The Odyssey” Begins Journey with $124.5 Mil Opening Weekend in the US, Highest for Live Action Film So Far This Year

Needless to say, “The Odyssey” is a major hit.

Chris Nolan’s all star blockbuster took in $124.5 million this weekend. That’s the highest opener for any live action film in 2026.

Only animated “Toy Story 5” opened higher.

“The Odyssey” will fill theaters for the rest of the summer, through Labor Day, with new customers and repeat viewers. The film — starring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, et al — will be the talk of awards season soon enough.

Meantime, Holland is ten days away from the release of “Spider Man: Brand New Day,” which we now know not only features Zendaya, but also Sadie Sink of “Stranger Things” fame added to the cast.

“Brand New Day” could debut at number 1 in two weekends, knocking off “Odyssey,” but Holland would the distinction — with Zendaya — of being in both.

Then, Zendaya and Robert Pattinson — also featured in “Odyssey” — will be in “Dune 3.” So they are the stars of 2026 if you need to answer a trivia question. Holland and Zendaya, now married, are each 30 years old. Pattinson is 40 but ageless because he’s a vampire. (Joke.)

Elsewhere, Disney’s “Moana” is moaning, still not near $100 million. “Supergirl” is dead from Kryptonite poisoning. Among new films, no one went to see “Gail Daughtry and the Sex Pass” because no one knew what it was or what was going on. Too bad. I heard it was fun. We’ll see it on streaming.

Here’s one that was really a mystery: the $20 million plus “Death of Robin Hood” from A24. Total take $6 million. Hugh Jackman stars, could not bring over the “Wolverine” crowd. Very weird story. I’m sure no one knows that it exists. Go back to “Robin Hood: Men in Tights,” is my advice!

Taylor Swift Is Using Her Private Plane without Gas Buddy, Sending it Back and Forth from Summer Home to Nashville and Texas Like a Taxi

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Taylor Swift Is Using Her Private Plane without Gas Buddy, Sending it Back and Forth from Summer Home to Nashville and Texas Like a Taxi

Listen, I like Taylor Swift. I bear her no ill will.

So she spent $20 million on a gaudy ‘told you so’ wedding. That was her decision.

Now I’m getting updates from a Twitter account called Taylor Swift’s Jet.

Apparently, Taylor — who is worth $2 billion, according to reports, uses her private plan like a taxi service once or twice a day.

The plane has been going back forth from Groton, Connecticut — a 20 minute drive over to her big pile of real estate in Watch Hill, Rhode Island, a tony enclave near Westerly.

Taylor’s house is 11,000 square feet, so you can imagine she’s constantly forgetting things at home in Nashville, or in Texas. New husband, Travis, has a lot of non football business in Texas. It’s also the home of his Kansas City Chief associate Patrick Mahomes.

Well, back and forth the plane — a $54 million Dassault Falcon 7X — goes, picking up and dropping people and no, doubt, items of the utmost importance.

Listen, with so many roundtrips a day. she could deliver packages for Amazon, no?

Taylor is not using Gas Buddy, unfortunately, she doesn’t fuel up with Regular because it’s cheaper than Premium.

The site estimate the following for one trip between Connecticut and Texas:
~ 1,147 gallons (4,342 liters).
~ 7,687 lbs (3,487 kg) of jet fuel used.
~ $7,833 cost of fuel.
~ 12 tons of CO2 emissions.

That’s each way!

Remember those days when she was country pop singer taking American Airlines to gigs and happy to get the free pretzels?

No more. And let’s face it: we knew it.

It’s sort of fun to follow along.

PS Note to Taylor — if you want to bring some food from Craig’s in Nashville and leave it for me at the Groton airport, I’ll drive out and get it. No worries.

Report: Madonna Will Open World Cup Halftime Show Sunday, Plus Other Act Justin Bieber Rehearsed Today at a Sports Clothing Event (Watch Video)

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Report: Madonna Will Open World Cup Halftime Show Sunday, Plus Other Act Justin Bieber Rehearsed Today at a Sports Clothing Event (Watch Video)

We’re waiting for tomorrow’s World Cup halftime show with baited breath.

According to Twitter account DrownedMadonna, the Material Senior Citizen will open the show that includes Justin Bieber, Shakira, and an appearance by Tom “Please come see Digger this fall” Cruise. There’s video of her rehearsal below.

Madonna is basking in the good press of her new “Confessions 2” album even if sales took a 73% dip in the second week.

Then there’s Justin Bieber. He rehearsed his part of the show today at a sporting goods event. At NY’s Fanatics store, Bieber disrobed for mindless fans and practiced atonal chanting. You can only wonder what he has planned for the World Cup TV audience tomorrow. (He always looks like he smells bad.)

And so we lurch toward the World Cup finale with America’s finest talent on display. Haven’t we angered the international community enough?

Mom! Dad! “The Odyssey” Takes in $51 Mil For Thurs-Fri Opening, Eyes $120 Mil Opening Weekend, Tops “Toy Story 5” And all Other 2026 Releases

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Mom! Dad! “The Odyssey” Takes in $51 Mil For Thurs-Fri Opening, Eyes $120 Mil Opening Weekend, Tops “Toy Story 5” And all Other 2026 Releases

Box office record for 2026 already broken.

“The Odyssey,” directed by Christopher Nolan, is a smash hit.

Numbers from Thursday and Friday suggest an opening night of $51.2 million from Thurs previews and Fri shows.

“The Odyssey” is aiming for a $120 million weekend.

That will make the three hour epic about the 500 page epic bigger than any movie this year, topping “Toy Story 5.”

Now every movie will be in iambic pentameter!

There isn’t much else going on this weekend at the box office. The next big release is “Spider Man: Haven’t We Made Enough of These?”

Seriously, “Brand New Day” overlaps with “The Odyssey” in that it stars newly married couple Tom Holland and Zendaya.

Meantime, you can now buy the Trojan Horse popcorn bucket in theaters for like 70 bucks. It’s a good place to store condoms, if not actual popcorn! Or toss in a quarter every time Trump says something irksome. You’ll have big savings quickly!

Seriously, all the popcorn buckets are inventive and collectible. But where would you store them? They’re all very big, take up a lot of room, and frankly, will not increase in value.

Music Star Ryan Adams Having a Fire Sale, Says He’s “Broke and Sick and tired and defeated but my heart is blasting with hope and love”

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Music Star Ryan Adams Having a Fire Sale, Says He’s “Broke and Sick and tired and defeated but my heart is blasting with hope and love”

This is sad and alarming.

Rock/pop star Ryan Adams is having a fire sale of belongings. The details are on his Instagram page. He’s selling guitars, studio equipment, and a Cadillac, among other things.

Adams says “this is an embarrassing post to make.” He says he’s “broke and sick and tired and defeated but my heart is blasting with hope and love and riff optimism and I appreciate anybody who can give these treasured things a new life.”

The rocker announces that he’s been sick with vertigo for four years after fans’ non-stop flash picture taking of him in concert. He says he’s working on a trilogy of albums, as well.

’m proud that I did this. That I remain transparent. This business is vile and full of snakes. But I’m proud to call it and man up to this.

He writes” “I’ll keep making records as long as I can afford to. Now I’m going to go sit in the sunlight with my cats and cry because I need to and I’m not sure how many more times I can hit this wall. When is it enough?”

Adams has had a rough ride. Though he’s made 30 solo albums, his career has been unfocused. He’s had substance abuse problems, and a variety of illnesses. He’s had public fights with artists and journalists. Several high profile romances went up in smoke, including a short marriage to actress-singer Mandy Moore.

Then there’s the real problem: in 2019, seven women (including Phoebe Bridgers and ex-wife Moore) said Adams offered to help them with their music careers in exchange for sex. They also claimed that Adams retaliated when they turned him down, hindering their careers and harassing them in text messages and on social media.

At first, Adams denied the accusations. But in July 2020, he issued a statement in the Daily Mail apologizing for his actions. He wrote: “There are no words to express how bad I feel about the ways I’ve mistreated people throughout my life and career. All I can say is that I’m sorry. It’s that simple. This period of isolation and reflection made me realize that I needed to make significant changes in my life.”

What a mess, because this guy is really talented. I’ve posted a video below, but check out his other songs.

See his page for lists of everything for sale.

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