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John R Kennedy

John R Kennedy

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With 33 years of experience, John R. Kennedy is Canada’s most-published music journalist.

A globally syndicated writer and photographer, his coverage has been published in print and online by 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.

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What Happened April 5th In Pop Music History

Here is what popped on this day.
Ce qui s’est passé le 5 avril dans l’histoire du pop

C’est le 5 avril, et voici ce qui est arrivé en date d’aujourd’hui dans l’histoire de la musique pop
Marianne Faithfull In Hospital With COVID-19

The singer reportedly has pneumonia.
Katy Perry Reveals Sex Of Her Baby

Apparently the pop star and her fiancé found out with a cake.
Selena Gomez Talks About Having Bipolar Disorder

The pop star has always been open about her mental health struggles.
P!nk Calls For Better Testing As She Recovers From COVID-19

The big-hearted pop star is also donating $1 million to help others.
What Happened April 4th In Pop Music History

Here is what popped on this day.
Ce qui s’est passé le 4 avril dans l’histoire du pop

C’est le 4 avril, et voici ce qui est arrivé en date d’aujourd’hui dans l’histoire de la musique pop
Lorde On New Music: 'It Has Been A Very Productive Year'

The singer said she is doing a lot of baking while in isolation.
Christopher Cross, Sara Bareilles Test Positive For COVID-19

Two more music artists have gone public with a diagnosis.
'Lean On Me' Singer Bill Withers Dead At 81

The soul icon died Monday in Los Angeles.
LISTEN: Chantal Kreviazuk Shares 'Get To You'

The song is from the Canadian singer's forthcoming album.
The Weeknd To Play Himself On 'American Dad' Episode He Co-Wrote

The Toronto singer is evidently a fan of animated comedies.
WATCH: Drake Showcases His Home In 'Toosie Slide' Video

The Toronto rapper is self-isolating in his mansion during the COVID-19 outbreak.
LISTEN: Lindsay Lohan Drops Catchy 'Back To Me'

The former teen star is singing about rediscovering herself.
LISTEN: Dallas Smith Shares New Song 'Like A Man'

Check out the latest track from the Canadian country star.
6ix9ine Granted Early Release, YNW Melly Seeks Same

Prisons are hoping to avoid a COVID-19 outbreak.
What Happened April 3rd In Pop Music History

Here is what popped on this day.
Jennifer Lopez Goes To Gym On Eve Of Florida Lockdown

The pop star had to get in one last workout.
The Weeknd Debated Releasing 'After Hours' During Pandemic

The Canadian singer said delaying its release would have been a disservice to fans.
K-Pop Star Apologizes For Claiming To Have COVID-19

Kim Jae-joong said his April Fools joke was supposed to raise awareness.

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