The final of the Eurovision Contest arrives Saturday, with tight security and rainy weather failing to dent the enthusiasm of fans, or the opposition of critics who think Israel shouldn't be invited.

To mark America's Semiquincentennial, TIME asked 25 experts to share a song that captures the essence of American life today.

Music is everywhere. You could be in a cab or a café, or sitting on your couch, when a new song finds its way into your head and takes up residence. But the sweet joy of discovering a fresh favorite can turn bitter in an instant when you can’t name that ...

FIFA's official 2026 World Cup song is "Dai Dai" from Shakira and Burna Boy. There are a number of factors that shape which songs define a tournament — and endure beyond it.

Charli xcx released a video for 'Rock Music,' the first track from her next album, and her conflicting explanations of the style suddenly make sense.

Some of the most hilarious moments in our lives come to us not from stand-up comedians or corny puns, but from the unexpected: a toddler delivering a perfectly timed deadpan joke, a friend dropping a surprisingly loud object in a quiet room or a funny song ...

Paul McCartney recently discussed how he wrote his first song at 14 after his mother's death and shared a preview on his new song, 'Salesman Saint.'

“It’s easier to talk about your feelings in your native language,” said singer Pete Parkkonen, half of the Finnish duo who are oddsmakers’ favorite to win with scorching voice-violin duet “Liekinheitin,” or “Flamethrower.” “And the main language is love, obviously,” he said.