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music15 days ago•24 min saved

Taylor Swift Tops 2026 iHeartRadio Awards, Extends Historic Win Streak

Taylor Swift dominated the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards, winning Artist of the Year and seven total prizes (bringing her iHeart wins to 41). John Mellencamp was honored with the Icon Award, Ludacris received the Landmark Award, Miley Cyrus earned the Innovator Award, and Alex Warren took Song of the Year for Ordinary as well as Best New Artist (Pop). Swift made her awards-show debut with fiancé Travis Kelce, and the night featured performances from Warren, Mellencamp, Kehlani, Lainey Wilson, Luda, RAYE, TLC, Salt-N-Pepa and En Vogue. The show also introduced three new categories: favorite TikTok dance, favorite debut album, and favorite K-pop collab.

via Billboard|

#awards #iheartradio-music-awards #john-mellencamp

entertainment7 months ago•1 min saved

Farm Aid 40th Anniversary Concert to Air Live on CNN with Top Artists

Farm Aid's 40th anniversary festival will be held in Minneapolis on September 20, featuring headliners Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and John Mellencamp, with additional performances by Wynona Judd and Kenny Chesney, and will include local organic foods; CNN will broadcast the event, which supports family farmers and the Good Food Movement.

via CNN|

#entertainment #farm-aid #john-mellencamp

sports10 months ago•2 min saved

Pat McAfee and John Mellencamp's Feud Sparks NBA and Music Rivalry

Pat McAfee responded aggressively to musician John Mellencamp's criticism of Pacers fans' behavior during a game, escalating a feud between the two with fiery remarks and a warning of a potential future confrontation.

via New York Post|

#fan-feud #john-mellencamp #knicks

sports10 months ago•2 min saved

Celebrities Clash Over Pacers and Knicks Game Incidents

John Mellencamp apologized on behalf of Hoosiers for poor sportsmanship during the Pacers-Knicks game, blaming ESPN personality Pat McAfee for inciting fans to behave badly, which McAfee later confirmed. Mellencamp expressed embarrassment over the incident, which involved fans booing celebrity Knicks supporters, and distanced the team from the behavior. The controversy highlights tensions during the NBA playoffs and the influence of media personalities on fan conduct.

via Los Angeles Times|

#john-mellencamp #nba-playoffs #pacers-knicks

music2 years ago•1 min saved

"John Mellencamp Urges Concertgoers to Show Etiquette or Stay Home"

John Mellencamp has issued a warning to fans, stating that if they want to scream, yell, and get drunk at his concerts, they shouldn't come at all. The musician emphasized the need for etiquette at his performances, likening them to theater shows, and expressed frustration with unruly behavior from audience members, citing recent incidents where he left the stage in response to hecklers.

via Vulture|

#audience-behavior #concert-etiquette #john-mellencamp

music2 years ago•2 min saved

"John Mellencamp Urges Concertgoers to Show Etiquette or Stay Home"

Singer-songwriter John Mellencamp scolds loud and intoxicated audience members at his shows, urging them to have "etiquette" similar to a Broadway show, following a viral video of him yelling at hecklers during a concert in Toledo, Ohio. Mellencamp emphasized that his shows are performances, not just concerts, and threatened to cut songs from the set or even end the show if disruptions continued. This comes after previous controversies involving political statements and on-stage behavior.

via Fox News|

#concert-etiquette #hecklers #john-mellencamp

music2 years ago•1 min saved

"Outlaw Music Festival Tour: Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan Unite for Epic Summer Concert Series"

The 2024 Outlaw Music Festival Tour will feature headliners Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, and John Mellencamp, with Robert Plant & Alison Krauss and Billy Strings also making appearances at some tour stops. The tour, which kicks off in June in Georgia, is set to be the biggest and best yet, according to Nelson, who will be celebrating his 91st birthday in April. Tickets and VIP packages will go on sale soon, with a presale for Citi cardholders starting today.

via USA TODAY|

#bob-dylan #john-mellencamp #music

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Outlaw Music Festival: Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, and More Headline Massive Summer Tour"

Willie Nelson's 2024 "Outlaw Music Festival" in Michigan will feature legendary artists Bob Dylan and John Mellencamp, with the concert taking place at Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston on September 15. Tickets go on sale on March 1, and Nelson expressed excitement about hitting the road again with his family and friends to play music for their fans. The festival, which debuted in 2016, has previously featured renowned musicians such as Chris Stapleton, Neil Young, and Eric Church.

via MLive.com|

#bob-dylan #entertainment #john-mellencamp

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

John Mellencamp's 2024 Tour: Live and In Person in Columbia, Muncie, Worcester, and Rochester

John Mellencamp has announced his 2024 "Live and In Person Tour," which will include 27 cities across North America. The tour will kick off in Rochester, NY, and conclude in Savannah, GA. Ticket pre-sales begin on October 31st, with general sales starting on November 3rd. Mellencamp recently performed at the Farm Aid charity concert event alongside Neil Young and Willie Nelson.

via Consequence|

#concert #entertainment #john-mellencamp

celebrity-gossip2 years ago•2 min saved

Meg Ryan Warns John Mellencamp's New Girlfriend: He's Trouble

Meg Ryan reportedly wants to warn John Mellencamp's new girlfriend, Kristin Kehrberg, about his troublesome nature. Ryan believes Mellencamp is toxic and will make Kehrberg miserable, despite his initial charm. The couple had a tumultuous on-again, off-again relationship before finally splitting in 2019. Ryan is waving red flags, but it remains to be seen if Mellencamp and Kehrberg will heed her warning.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

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entertainment2 years ago•5 min saved

John Mellencamp Finds Love Again with Millionaire Socialite Kristin Kehrberg

John Mellencamp's new girlfriend has been identified as millionaire socialite Kristin Kehrberg. The couple was seen cozying up at his granddaughter's fashion show in Los Angeles. Mellencamp, who was previously engaged to Meg Ryan, spoke about his new love on a podcast, describing her as a beautiful 57-year-old woman who unexpectedly walked into his apartment. He also admitted to being a bad boyfriend to Ryan. The couple split in 2019 after eight years together.

via Daily Mail|

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entertainment2 years ago•7 min saved

John Mellencamp's Controversial Views on Rap and the N-Word

In a bizarre and controversial interview, singer John Mellencamp made shocking statements about race, claiming that only a small percentage of black Americans live better lives than slaves. He also criticized black rappers for using the n-word and suggested that if white people buy their music, it should be off-limits. Mellencamp expressed distrust in the government while advocating for gun control, and denied the existence of climate change while acknowledging that the core of the planet is heating up. The interview also touched on Mellencamp's strict religious upbringing, reminiscent of the movie "Footloose."

via Outkick|

#bill-maher #controversial-statements #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"2023 Colts Kickoff Concert Rocks with John Mellencamp and Special Guests"

The 2023 Colts Kickoff Concert at Lucas Oil Stadium will feature performances by John Mellencamp, The Jim Irsay Band, Stephen Stills, Ann Wilson, and Peter Wolf, with illusionist Criss Angel also taking the stage. Fans will have the opportunity to view The Jim Irsay Collection, a rare collection of artifacts from rock, pop culture, and American history. The event is open and free to the public, but tickets are required and will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis.

via IndyStar|

#concert #entertainment #jim-irsay-band

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"John Mellencamp Rocks the Stage at 2023 Colts Kickoff Concert"

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer John Mellencamp will be performing at the 2023 Colts Kickoff Concert in Indianapolis on September 8. The concert will also feature The Jim Irsay Band & Collection, along with special guests Stephen Stills, Ann Wilson, Peter Wolf, and Criss Angel. The event is free, but tickets are required and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Mellencamp, a native of Indiana, is known for his activism and is one of the most successful live concert performers in the world.

via Colts.com|

#colts-kickoff-concert #entertainment #jim-irsay-band

music-and-entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Farm Aid 2023: Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp Return to Indiana

Farm Aid, a nonprofit agricultural organization, is bringing its annual music and food festival back to Indiana in September, with headliners including Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and John Mellencamp. The festival will feature a day of music, family farmers, homegrown food, and agrarian experiences, with food concessions offering a diverse menu featuring ingredients produced by family farmers. Farm Aid aims to raise awareness and funds to support family-run farms and has raised over $70 million since its inception in 1985. Tickets for the festival will go on sale to the public on July 15.

via CNN|

#farm-aid #indiana #john-mellencamp