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John R Kennedy

iHeartRadio Music News

With 34 years of experience, John R. Kennedy is Canada’s most-published music journalist.

A globally syndicated writer and photographer, his coverage has appeared in print and online at Cosmopolitan, GQ, Vanity Fair Italy, People, Hello!, The Globe and Mail, New York Post, Daily Mail and many others.

John has been the iHeartRadio Music News writer since 2016.

Articles

LISTEN: Jonas Brothers Share 'I Need You Christmas'

The original ballad will warm your chestnuts.
Shawn Mendes, Harry Styles Performing At iHeartRadio Jingle Ball

Billie Eilish, Doja Cat, Dua Lipa, Lewis Capaldi and Sam Smith are also in the line-up.
Wynonna Judd Reaches Out To Half-Brother

The country star recently called the 53-year-old.
LISTEN: Dua Lipa Debuts 'Fever' Ft. Angèle

The pop star paired up with the Belgian singer.
What Happened October 30th In Pop Music History

Here is what popped on this day.
Sam Smith Shares 'Kids Again' From New Album 'Love Goes'

The third studio album from the singer is finally here.
Ce qui s'est passé le 30 octobre dans l'histoire du pop

C’est le 30 octobre, et voici ce qui est arrivé en date d’aujourd’hui dans l’histoire de la musique pop
Lil Wayne Slammed For Praising Donald Trump

The rap star posed for a photo with the president.
Harry Styles Hangs Out In Fan's Bedroom

Another reason you should make your bed every day.
WATCH: Avril Lavigne Enlists Celeb Friends For Lyme Disease PSA

Shania Twain and Alessia Cara are among the music stars taking part.
Hayley Williams Says There's No Room In Paramore For Homophobia

The singer responded to the ignorance of a former bandmate.
Fraudster 'Maxed Out' Ozzy Osbourne's Credit Card

Sharon Osbourne recently found out the couple was victimized.
WATCH: Neil Young's Brother Bob Young Debuts 'Hey America'

It is the first release from the 78-year-old.
What Happened October 29th In Pop Music History

Here is what popped on this day.
Country Outlaw Billy Joe Shaver Dies At 81

His songs were recorded by Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Elvis Presley.
Ce qui s'est passé le 29 octobre dans l'histoire du pop

C’est le 29 octobre, et voici ce qui est arrivé en date d’aujourd’hui dans l’histoire de la musique pop
Sam Smith Reveals They Had Hair Transplant

The singer had the procedure done in Ireland.
Céline Dion Lands Role In New Movie: Report

The romantic drama will star Priyanka Chopra Jonas.
AC/DC's Brian Johnson Recalls Hunt For Loch Ness Monster

The singer teamed up with Malcolm Young to find the mythical creature.
Megan Thee Stallion Wins Big At BET Hip Hop Awards

Canadian nominees didn't fare well.
Phil Collins Wants Trump To Stop Playing His Song

The campaign ignored a demand from the singer earlier this year.

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