Ringo Starr on ‘Rewind Forward,’ writing country music, the AI-assisted final Beatles track and more

LOS ANGELES – There are rock stars, and then there is Ringo Starr — drummer for the Beatles, award-winning soloist, photographer, narrator, actor, activist. To call him prolific would almost shortchange his accomplishments. But it also feels right. “Rewind Forward,” out October 13, is his fourth extended play release in three years. “I’ve loved EPs … Read more

Insider: You could win a four-pack of tickets to the San Antonio Fall Home + Garden Show!

The San Antonio Fall Home + Garden Show will return to the Alamodome October 6-8, featuring home and garden-related products and services to help inspire your next home project. Connect with industry experts, and enjoy informative presentations from renowned local and international home professionals. KSAT Insiders have the chance to attend the event and get … Read more

US guitarist Al Di Meola suffers a heart attack on stage in Romania but is now in a stable condition

BUCHAREST – The award-winning U.S. guitarist Al Di Meola suffered a heart attack during a performance in Romania’s capital but is currently in a stable condition and receiving treatment, a hospital spokesperson said on Thursday. Di Meola, 69, began playing a concert at a venue in Bucharest at 9 p.m. on Wednesday night. Dragos Cristescu, … Read more

Hollywood actors to resume negotiations with studios next week, as protracted writers strike ends

LOS ANGELES – With the Hollywood writers strike over, actors will now get a shot at cutting their own deal with studios and streaming services. The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Radio and Television Artists announced Wednesday night that strike negotiations with studios would resume Monday. The guild said several studio executives will attend, much … Read more

Travis Kelce notes Taylor Swift’s bold appearance at Chiefs game but is mum about any relationship

Travis Kelce called an appearance by Taylor Swift at the Kansas City Chiefs’ victory over the Chicago Bears last weekend pretty bold, but the All-Pro tight end insisted Wednesday that he wants to keep future details about their relationship private. Kelce discussed the pop superstar’s well-publicized appearance in a suite at Arrowhead Stadium on his … Read more

Quincy Jones is State Department’s first Peace Through Music Award as part of new diplomacy push

LOS ANGELES – Quincy Jones, who once embarked on an international diplomatic tour with jazz great Dizzy Gillespie, will receive the U.S. Department of State’s inaugural Peace Through Music Award. A ceremony honoring the 28-time Grammy winning producer, musician and arranger will be held Wednesday night and as part of the launch of the State … Read more