The Rise of a Midwest (Pop) Princess: Chappell Roan Brings Spectacular, Theatrical Show to Pasadena

The Rise of a Midwest (Pop) Princess: Chappell Roan Brings Spectacular, Theatrical Show to Pasadena

Chappell Roan loves L.A. The 27-year-old pop superstar couldn’t stop telling the crowd at her massive Pasadena show Friday night. With nearly 40,000 people gathered, by Roan’s own estimation, it’s clear L.A. loves her right back. The fairy tale-themed concert, part of a string of pop-up shows Roan dubbed Visions of Damsels and Other Dangerous…

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The 5 biggest music news stories of this week

The 5 biggest music news stories of this week

From Chappell Roan’s long break to A.I. Ozzy Osbourne tributes, this is what The FADER editors are talking about. (L-R) Chappell Roan, Doechii, and MIKE   Photo by BG048/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images/Erika Goldring/WireImage/NPR Rod Stewart’s A.I. slop tribute to Ozzy Osbourne Oh dear, oh dear. While people are understandably sad at the passing of Ozzy Osbourne, this…

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Chappell Roan announces 2025 U.S. live shows

Chappell Roan announces 2025 U.S. live shows

Roan’s pop-up shows will take place in New York, Los Angeles, and Kansas City. Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Elton John AIDS Foundation Chappell Roan has announced a series of live shows due to begin in September. The all ages shows will take place in New York, Los Angeles, and Kansas City, Missouri starting…

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Primavera Sound believes in pop

Primavera Sound believes in pop

Chappell Roan, Charli xcx, and Sabrina Carpenter’s headlining sets was an ambitious booking for the traditionally indie rock festival — but it all paid off. Chappell Roan at Primavera Sound 2025.   By Clara Orozco This year’s edition of Primavera Sound was an overdose of musical wealth. The Barcelona festival has always been ahead of…

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Chappell Roan says she’s no longer approached by fans after statement decrying “creepy behavior”

Chappell Roan says she’s no longer approached by fans after statement decrying “creepy behavior”

The pop star said during her Call Her Daddy interview that she created a “force field” after comments criticizing entitled supporters. One of the most disheartening controversies of 2024 came in August when Chappell Roan forcefully – and completely understandably – spoke out against fans who aggressively approach her for photographs or hugs. A lot…

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