If you’re anything like us, we see an interesting headline during our daily scroll—pause to read it—but then keep scrolling without reading the actual story. So at the end of each week, we’re rounding up all the buzziest, news-worthy headlines you might have missed. Think of it like the “saved” feature on Instagram but for news instead of aesthetically pleasing photos. Shania Twain is officially a Barbie, Lainey Wilson and Kelly Clarkson think country is cool, and Ariana Grande releases her new album—this is what you missed.
#1
Shania Twain Is Officially A Barbie
Shania Twain has been honored with her very own Barbie doll, and she shared her excitement in a humorous video on Instagram. In the video, Twain receives the doll dressed in her iconic “Man! I Feel Like A Woman” outfit, and after a brief moment of contemplation, she enthusiastically approves it with a nod. The video references a scene from the movie Barbie, adding to the humor. Twain expressed her gratitude for being recognized as a Barbie role model and shared her love for Barbie, stating that it means a lot to inspire women and girls through her music and now through this doll. She joins a group of eight celebrities receiving their own Barbie dolls to celebrate International Women’s Day and Barbie’s 65th anniversary.
#2
Lainey Willson & Kelly Clarkson Are Bringing Country Back
Lainey Wilson and Kelly Clarkson teamed up for a special duet performance of “Country’s Cool Again” on the Kelly Clarkson Show, showcasing the resurgence of country music. The song, from Wilson’s recent album of the same name, highlights the uniqueness and diversity within the genre. Clarkson, who has been featuring country music in her Kellyoke segment, praised Wilson’s talent and expressed her admiration for her career. In an interview, Wilson discussed her deep connection to country music and its significance as a way of life. She noted that the genre’s popularity has grown, especially during the pandemic, as people seek comfort and a sense of home. Wilson expressed pride in being part of the current generation of country musicians, emphasizing the genre’s variety and individuality
#3
Eric Church Gives His Fans A Piece Of His New Bar – Literally
Eric Church is launching Chief’s, a Nashville bar, as a unique space for his fans. Premium members of his Church Choir fan club receive a deed to a specific brick, granting access to a virtual community with perks like unreleased demos and vinyl albums. This initiative reflects Church’s commitment to involving his fans in his career, echoing his past surprises like the 2015 album release
#4
Ariana Grande Releases ‘Eternal Sunshine’
Ariana Grande has dropped her seventh studio album, Eternal Sunshine, inspired by the film “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.” The album, featuring 13 tracks, showcases Grande’s evolution as an artist and includes collaborations with producers Ilya Salmanzadeh and Max Martin. Grande describes the album as a concept piece, each song representing a different aspect of a unified story or experience. The first single, “Yes, And?” debuted at Number One on the Hot 100. Thank you Ari, it’s been a long 3 years.
#5
Kesha Teases New Music
Kesha has teased her upcoming musical era by sharing snippets of new music on social media. In a 42-second video, she sings a snippet of an ethereal unreleased song, accompanied by vintage footage of herself walking into a stream. She also directed fans to a new website and shared what seems to be official cover artwork for her next project. Additionally, during an Instagram Live broadcast, Kesha played part of a new track while expressing tears of happiness, indicating her excitement for the upcoming release.