All you need to know about American Music Awards 2025: Performances, presenters, guest appearances, nominees
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BUZZ // 2025 American Music Awards Air Live on Memorial Day
The 2025 American Music Awards will air live on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT on CBS and stream on Paramount+ with SHOWTIME.
Viewers without cable can watch live with a Paramount+ premium subscription; basic tier users can stream it on-demand afterward.
Jennifer Lopez will host and perform during the event. Music legends Janet Jackson and Rod Stewart will be honored with the Icon and Lifetime Achievement Awards, respectively, and both will also perform. Additional performers include Benson Boone, Blake Shelton, Reneé Rapp, Lainey Wilson, Gwen Stefani, and Gloria Estefan.
Celebrities set to present awards or introduce performances include Alix Earle, Cara Delevingne, Ciara, Dan + Shay, Dylan Efron, Jordan Chiles, Kai Cenat, Megan Moroney, Nikki Glaser, Shaboozey, Tiffany Haddish, and Wayne Brady.
Kendrick Lamar leads nominations with 10, followed by Post Malone, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, and Shaboozey. Major categories include Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the Year. Contenders for Artist of the Year include Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, and Taylor Swift.
The fan-voted show highlights achievements across pop, hip-hop, country, and more.
EVENTS // Mumbai Became Paradise City for GNR fans
They came, they played, and they conquered!
Yes we are talking about none other than the legendary hard rock band Guns N’ Roses who made a jaw-dropping and thunderous return to India marking an end to the long wait of the fans for about twelve years. This performance at Mumbai’s Mahalaxmi Racecourse took place on May 17, 2025 as part of the band’s ongoing world tour, “Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things.”
As it was the band’s first show in the country since 2012, the excitement of the fans leading up to the event had been building for months and it is highly understandable because it was a chance to witness the iconic members, Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan back on stage together. Thus, what unfolded was a night that delivered a mix of nostalgia, the raw energy of rock music, and some special moments that die-hard GNR fans are going to cherish for a long time.
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PODCASTS // The Sinusoidal Podcast Episode 3
What it takes to be the Biggest Metal Band in India | Karan Katiyar of Bloodywood shares his story!
For the third episode of The Sinusoidal Podcast we sit down with Karan Katiyar — the creative powerhouse and guitarist of India's most explosive heavy metal export, Bloodywood.
From his early days discovering music in Delhi to shaping a global sound that blends Indian folk, rap, and crushing metal riffs, Karan takes us on a journey through his artistic evolution. He opens up about the band's DIY ethos, how they’ve stayed fiercely independent, and the deeper philosophies that guide his songwriting and musical direction.
Karan is not only incredibly insightful and knowledgeable throughout the conversation, but he’s also an absolute blast and quite a charmer! It was refreshing, grounding and absolutely inspiring to speak with him — we dive into hilarious tour stories, memories from the band’s viral breakout moments, and even some unexpected inspirations behind their signature tracks. Karan's candidness, wit, and passion make for a conversation that's as inspiring as it is entertaining.
This is a must-watch for fans of heavy music, artistic rebellion, and anyone curious about how a band from New Delhi is taking the global stage by storm — all while staying true to their roots.
PLAYLISTS // Indie Alchemy
The playlist combines the best of indie pop and rock, creating an exhilarating musical adventure, updated frequently!
REVIEWS // Rope by Doctor Black
Founded by Rob Rees-the band is symbolism of what rock has been and what it should be. Charging guitars, pummelling drums and a soul that never dies lays the foundation of this rock front. Their latest single will remind you of radio rock, except you get to put this on loop.
From the opening guttural chug, you know you have to be prepared.
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Doctor Black prescribe some hard rock medication with their latest, “Rope”