Cathy Applefeld Olson

Cathy Applefeld Olson

Cathy Applefeld Olson is a veteran entertainment industry journalist with more than 30 years experience covering music, television, film, digital and culture. Cathy’s current passion is the intersection of the entertainment industry and mental health sector. She is the founder of

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Aug 12, 2026

AI Music Generator Suno Inks Major Music Label Licensing Deal

Suno, the AI music generator that continues to divide the industry, inked a licensing deal with BMG, marking its second partnership with a significant music rights holder.

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Aug 10, 2026

Mind Reading: Pop Artist Jordy Exited A Toxic Industry Relationship, Wrote A Soaring Album About Navigating Change

It’s difficult enough to exit a toxic personal relationship. When that relationship is also intertwined with your profession, it can be even more painful to unwind. Pop musician Jordy could write a book about this. Instead, he wrote his fourth studio album.

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Jul 29, 2026

Legendary Elton John Songwriter Bernie Taupin Steps Out On His Own

It’s almost impossible to hear the name Bernie Taupin and not think Elton John. But there’s another side to Taupin’s artistry. In this scenario, he is both scribe and showman, a fact that’s unbeknownst to many fans.

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Jul 15, 2026

Field Of Dream Entertainers Assembled For World Cup Final

Post Malone is set to headline the closing ceremony for the FIFA World Cup Final, joining a star-studded lineup that’s been swelling in recent weeks.

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Jul 14, 2026

Mind Reading: Top Creator Dhar Mann’s One Daily Non-Negotiable

Dhar Mann leads a creator-driven studio that’s generated an estimated $65 million in gross earnings. His daily schedule can get hectic but there's one part of his routine he refuses to forgo.