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Lady Gaga's 'MAYHEM' Tops Billboard Album Chart
Lady Gaga's new album "MAYHEM" debuts atop the Billboard 200, becoming her seventh No. 1 album in the United States. The album debuts with 219,000 units, including 108.05 million streams and 136,000 pure sales. "MAYHEM" earns the biggest debut for a female artist this year and becomes Gaga's best streaming week ever. "MAYHEM" joins "Born This Way," "ARTPOP," "Cheek to Cheek" (with Tony Bennett), "Joanne," "A Star Is Born" (with Bradley Cooper) and "Chromatica" to become her seventh No. 1 album on the chart. Overall, "MAYHEM" is Gaga's eleventh Top 10 album. According to United World Chart, "MAYHEM" sold more than 362,000 units around the world in its first week, becoming the best selling album worldwide. The album has already debuted at No. 1 in the U.K., Australia, Germany, Italy, and over a half dozen more countries. Nine "MAYHEM" tracks appeared on this week's Billboard Hot 100, making it her album with the most charting songs: No. 2: "Die With a Smile" No. 20: "Abracadabra" No. 52: "Garden of Eden" No. 61: "Vanish Into You" No. 69: "How Bad Do U Want Me" No. 81: "Perfect Celebrity" No. 85: "Zombieboy" No. 93: "Killah" No. 95: "LoveDrug"
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RECAP: All of Lady Gaga's 'MAYHEM' Interviews
Lady Gaga was interviewed by many publications for the release of her seventh studio album "MAYHEM." Check out the full list of every "MAYHEM" interview. Billboard: Full Interview Rolling Stone: Article Video Vogue: Full interview Entertainment Tonight: Full interview ExtraTV: Part one Part two Rai: Full interview Good Morning America: Full interview Access Hollywood: Full interview Black Girl Nerds: Full interview Spotify's Little Monster Press Conference: Full conference Apple Music with Zane Lowe: Full interview SiriusXM: Part one Part two Vanity Fairs' Lie Detector Test: Full interview First We Feasts' Hot Ones: Full interview ELLE UK: Full interview ELLE: Full interview NRJ: Full interview BBC: Full interview New York Times: Article Podcast W Magazine: Full interview
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Vogue Interviews Lady Gaga about 'MAYHEM' and Her Artistry
Lady Gaga spoke to Vogue about her artistry and her brand new album "MAYHEM." Gaga talked about different feelings behind the songs on "MAYHEM": "I allowed myself to be lots of contradictory things, and I think that’s real. 'Blade of Grass,' in a way, has a lot of insecurity in it, and 'Killah' has none. But I’m definitely the same person and I definitely have both of those feelings." Speaking about the meta element in "Perfect Celebrity," she added: "It’s an angry song; I’m angry at myself. It felt like a song that had been inside of me for 15 years that I needed to get out. I’m still nervous for people to hear it. ... Because my life changed so much when I was in my early 20s, it took some of the realness of life away from me, and that really changed my songwriting. Now, as I’ve gotten older, I value my artistry before fame. Having an amazing relationship now—closer friendships, more time with family, and a more grounded life—has helped my writing and helped me think about fame in a different way. But [“Perfect Celebrity”] still came out in the way that it did, and I didn’t want to change it too much. I felt myself judging myself while I was writing, but then I was like, nope—just be honest! Because I really wanted Mayhem to be honest in all of its craziness." Speaking about her Coachella comeback, she teased: “I’m going to give it everything I’ve got.” Read the full interview HERE.
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Rolling Stone Interviews Lady Gaga about 'MAYHEM'
Lady Gaga was interviewed by Rolling Stone magazine, where she described the creative process behind her brand-new album "MAYHEM." Speaking about her inspiration for the album, Gaga mentioned "The Fame Monster" and "Born This Way," adding: “I wanted to traverse old ground while breaking new ground, which I think is hard to do. There are a few moments on the album where some people might say, ‘Oh, that reminds me of this,’ because I do have a style, but I made an effort musically to push myself to a new place.” She also shared what "MAYHEM" is about: “'MAYHEM,' to me, is ultimately about resilience and also chaos. We need to be resilient through chaos. So, it’s both. I do think I explored more sonically with bitterness on this album in a way that maybe I didn’t with some of my earlier records.” Talking about how the album ends with two love songs, she said: “So it was eerie, tense, really ominous chords. But then (‘Blade of Grass’ and) ‘Die With A Smile’ are really hopeful, dreamy, and classic, and that’s where the mayhem ultimately ends. The beauty of the album is that the mayhem doesn’t repeat. It ends.” Read the full interview HERE.
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Lady Gaga To Perform On Howard Stern Show
Lady Gaga will appear on The Howard Stern Show for an exclusive interview and performance on Tuesday, March 11th. Just a few days after MAYHEM's global premiere on March 7th, Lady Gaga is scheduled to appear at Howard Stern's radio show for a yet unspecified performance. The last time Gaga appeared on his show was back in 2016 for ‘Joanne’ promotion.
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BREAKING: Lady Gaga Announces MAYHEM Tour
Lady Gaga has just announced her concert tour in support of her seventh studio album, MAYHEM. This tour is a follow-up to Gaga's previous, the 2022 Chromatica Ball, where Gaga performed in stadiums worldwide. This time, Lady Gaga decided to choose arenas for "a more intimate experience: I wasn’t planning to tour this year after my shows in Singapore but the incredible response to the new album inspired me to keep things going. It came together super quickly thanks to Arthur Fogel and the amazing team at Live Nation, who planned a global tour in just a few weeks. We chose arenas this time to give me the opportunity to control the details of the show in a way you simply can’t in stadiums—and honestly, I can’t wait. This show is designed to be the kind of theatrical and electrifying experience that brings MAYHEM to life exactly how I envision it. The MAYHEM Ball Tour is officially coming your way. See you soon, monsters. Check out the tour dates: You can join the US presale here.
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Lady Gaga's New Choreographer On 'Abracadabra' Video
Lady Gaga's new choreographer and "Abracadabra" co-director, Parris Goebel, an acclaimed dancer and choreographer, shared the inspiration behind MAYHEM's brand-new viral single and music video. When asked about being the latest addition to the Haus of Gaga team, Parris responded: "...when her team reached out and I got to meet her and listen to her album and she welcomed me into her world, I just couldn't believe it. She has inspired me so much, and I think just as a woman, she knows no boundaries, and that, for me, is how I approach my artistry. Now, being a part of her world, it's really the coolest shit I've ever done." Delving further into the creation of the "Abracadabra" music video, she added: "This project explores different sides of Gaga and how they coexist in her life. Everything is very theatrical... From the styling to the casting to the set, how we design the club, to the lighting, everything just matters. You're creating a whole world from scratch. Everything was just done so delicately and meticulously and I got to bring on dancers that I've admired for years. I brought in choreographers to dance, which never happens in our world—all ages, all walks of life, and people I've worked with for years." Parris also discussed the rehearsals and the process behind the making of the video: "We were prepping, oh my goodness, maybe for about three weeks in total. ... But the shoot was two days long and was really demanding for everyone. You can see they're dancing from top to bottom, and we're doing take after take after take, but you can feel that hard work through the video. ... We should just build our own club. I think it's going to have such a different feel to actually be in this space. If we’re going to have 50, 60 dancers in the room, I think it's going to inspire everyone to really get lost in this world if we actually build the set out and make it feel like we're transporting everyone to a different dimension." Speaking about the many hidden details in the already viral music video and what fans can expect from the Mayhem era, Parris said: "I would say bringing pop culture back to life." Check out the full interview HERE.
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Lady Gaga Performs Live at FireAid Benefit Concert
Lady Gaga gave the closing performance at the FireAid Benefit Concert, an event dedicated to rebuilding communities that have been devastated by wildfires in Los Angeles, CA, at Intuit Dome on Jan. 30, 2025. She closed the show with performances of "Shallow," "Always Remember Us This Way" and a newly written song "just for tonight," "All I Need is Time." Gaga was last in a line-up of nearly 30 artists, including Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo and Stevie Wonder, to perform at the benefit concert. Listen to the new song below: Lady Gaga recently announced her new album "MAYHEM," coming out on March 7. You can find all album variants and pre-order it HERE
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'Die With A Smile' Hits No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars' record-breaking and chart-topping single "Die With A Smile" reaches No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for the week of January 11, 2025. "Die With A Smile" rises 16 spots in its 20th week of charting to top the Hot 100 after previously peaking at No. 2 for four weeks in November 2024. The single was the highest charting non-Christmas song throughout December. The smash-hit marks Bruno Mars' 9th chart-topper in the US, while it becomes Gaga's 6th No. 1 hit, following "Just Dance" feat. Colby O'Donis (2009), "Poker Face" (2009), "Born This Way" (2011), "Shallow" with Bradley Cooper (2019), and "Rain On Me" with Ariana Grande (2020). Gaga becomes one of the few artists with multiple No. 1 songs in three different decades and only the second female artist after Janet Jackson. "Die With A Smile" previously topped the Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. US charts for eight weeks in 2024, the second-longest running No. 1 of the year. It became the first song to earn over 100 million streams in ten consecutive weeks on the Global 200 chart. The record-breaking song is also up for two GRAMMYs for Best Pop/Duo Group Performance and Song of the Year. Additionally it became the fastest song to reach one billion streams on Spotify and one of the top five longest-running No. 1 hits in the chart’s history, with over 100 days and counting.
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Fortnite To Release New Lady Gaga Platinum Bundle
To celebrate the first anniversary of Fortnite Festival, a new Lady Gaga platinum bundle will be available in the game tonight. As part of the Christmas festivities, four iconic festival performers, including Lady Gaga, will make a comeback with fresh Platinum Icon bundles. These bundles feature music-reactive elements and new Jam Tracks, including Gaga's latest single: "Disease". Lady Gaga, who headlined the Fortnite Festival and brought the battle to Chromatica during Season 2, will see her new Platinum bundle include: Platinum Gaga Outfit – The dazzling platinum defender of the Kindness Punks. Platinum Chromatica Keytar – A sleek, platinum-plated dance powerhouse.
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Lady Gaga Scores 2 GRAMMY Nominations
Lady Gaga received two nominations at the 2025 Grammy Awards for her Bruno Mars duet "Die With A Smile". "Die With A Smile" is nominated in two categories: Song of the Year and Best Pop/Duo Group Performance. Gaga has now received 38 nominations total and 13 GRAMMY wins. Gaga was already nominated for three of the Big Four awards from the General Field (AOTY, ROTY, SOTY), even though she never won any of them, but Gaga has the most wins for the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance having won twice for "Shallow" with Bradley Cooper and "Rain on Me" with Ariana Grande. The 67th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony will be held on February 2, 2025.
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Lady Gaga Posts A Snippet From 'Disease' Music Video
Lady Gaga posted a short video snippet from the upcoming music video for her yet untitled seventh studio album's lead single 'Disease'. 'Disease' is coming out this Friday October 25. You can pre-save the song HERE.
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Lady Gaga Submissions For 'Joker Folie À Deux'
Warner Bros.' revealed that at the upcoming awards season, Lady Gaga will be submitted for the Best Supporting Actress for her role in the 'Joker Folie À Deux'. Gaga is also a part of the Best Ensemble Cast submission, along with the Joker 2 cast, including Joaquin Phoenix, Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener and Zazie Beetz. Lady Gaga's original song for the movie soundtrack 'Folie À Deux', which can also be found on her Harlequin companion album, will be submitted for Best Original Song. Warner also revealed that the Joker sequel will have screenings at the Tribeca Film festival, as well as the upcoming Producers and Directors Guild of America awards.
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'Die With A Smile' Nominated For An MTV EMA
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars received a nomination for Best Collaboration for their latest standalone single "Die With A Smile" at the 2024 MTV EMAs. "Die With A Smile" has been the longest running #1 song on the Spotify Global Charts with over 10 million streams daily, for over 30 days. It is still charting in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100, and it earned over 100 million streams globally in each of the last five weeks, the most for any song this year. This is Gaga's 40th MTV EMA nomination, and she previously won 12 EMAs. The 2024 MTV EMAs will be held on 10 November in Manchester, UK.
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RECAP: Lady Gaga on New Music and 'Joker' in Press Interviews
Lady Gaga did a series of press interviews for the upcoming "Joker: Folie à Deux", sharing in various interviews the creative process of her acting and the music. Gaga did an interview with Blavity's Shadow and Act, speaking about the music and the song choices form the movie. For the Jake's Takes, Gaga shared her passion for the costumes, fashion and makeup, and how that was one of the reasons to take part in the Joker sequel. Gaga also did an interview with Entertainment's Paul McGuire Grimes, where she told how she worked with her co-star Joquin Phoenix. Joker 2 is in theaters worldwide from October 4.
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Lady Gaga Attends 'Joker' Screenings and Press Junket
Lady Gaga attended the first press screenings of the upcoming Joker: Folie à Deux while also filming interviews as part of the press junket. Gaga posted mysterious messages on her Instagram, saying: "I'm ready for my interview" and "Don't tell me what to wear," hinting at the press interviews and screenings for the Joker sequel. She surprised moviegoers by attending several screenings, answering questions, and handing out popcorn to audience members. She also shared how the "art of darkness" healed her and inspired her work in movies, fashion, and music. Lady Gaga is expected to attend the Joker premiere in London on September 27 and in Los Angeles on September 30. Stay tuned as more interview will be published soon.
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Lady Gaga Shines On ‘Joker’ Premiere's Red Carpet In Venice
Lady Gaga arrived on red carpet for the “Joker: Folie à Deux” premiere at the 81st Venice International Film Festival. Earlier today Gaga was at the movie's press conference, arriving at Lido on the boat, just as she did 6 years ago for the premiere of "A Star Is Born.” You can check the full red carpet coverage here: "Joker: Folie À Deux" will hit theaters worldwide in less than a month.
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Lady Gaga At 'Joker: Folie à Deux' Press Conference In Venice
Lady Gaga joined Joaquin Phoenix and director Todd Phillips for the "Joker: Folie à Deux" press conference at the Venice Film Festival. Lady Gaga arrived in Venice yesterday with her fiancée Michael Polansky for the premiere of the Joker sequel. For today's press conference, Gaga arrived at Lido with her co-star Joaquin Phoenix and director Todd Phillips. They attended the press conference ahead of the movie premiere scheduled later today. Joaquin told the press that: "Stefani was like “we’re gonna sing live” and every part was sung live with a pianist on set." Gaga also mentioned why she loves to create music and movies. You can watch the full conference, from 2:08:28. Follow our socials for more coverage from the Venice Film Festival.
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'Die With A Smile' Debuts at No. 3 on Billboard Hot 100
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars' latest streaming hit "Die With a Smile" debuted at No. 3 on this week's Billboard Hot 100 Chart. After continuously beating new streaming records on Spotify and a No. 7 debut on the UK charts, the power ballad by Gaga and Mars made its U.S. chart debut this week. Gaga has amassed five No. 1 singles "Just Dance," "Poker Face," "Born This Way," "Shallow" and "Rain On Me" through her career, while Bruno has eight, as of now. "Die With a Smile" debuting at No. 3 marks Gaga's 18th Top 10 single and highest charting song since Chromatica's "Rain On Me" with Ariana Grande. Since its release on Aug. 16, "Die With a Smile" also cracked the Top 10 in Australia and New Zealand.
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New IMAX Poster For 'Joker: Folie à Deux'
Lady Gaga revealed on her socials the IMAX poster for 'Joker: Folie à Deux' movie, starring herself and Joaquin Phoenix. The movie will have its worldwide premiere at the Venice Film Festival from August 28 to September 7, 2024. The highly expected Joker sequel will be shown in IMAX technology and it will be in theaters this October.
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Lady Gaga Teases New Music and Debuts Black Hairstyle
Nearly three months after announcing "GAGA RETURNS," Lady Gaga continues to tease new music from a forthcoming project. On August 13, 2024, Gaga posted a short video of her playing the piano in Bruno Mars merchandise, captioned with a black heart and piano emoji.
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Lady Gaga Played Snippets from LG7 to Fans in Paris
After announcing on her Instagram story, Lady Gaga stepped outside her Paris hotel and shared a preview of her highly anticipated new album, LG7. Gaga had a busy day, watching the Olympics live with her fiancé, Michael Polansky, and mingling with other celebrities in Paris. She informed her fans via Instagram story that she would be teasing new music tonight. Excited fans gathered outside the hotel and captured snippets of the new tracks as Gaga played them from her laptop atop a car. Listen to the high-quality audio and video clips of the new music. The previews feature techno elements with pulsating beats and synths, accompanied by echoing vocals. In the first snippet, there's the word "abracadabra" repeated over and over, and the second snippet contains lyrics "I've become a notorious being". This sound is distinct from the snippet revealed at the end of her Chromatica Ball concert special.
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Lady Gaga Cheers Olympic Athletes with her Fiancé and Reunites with Ariana
After her highly praised performance at the 2024 Olympic Games opening, Lady Gaga stayed in Paris with her team and Michael Polansky, cheering for athletes, watching the competition and meeting with many other celebrities including Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and Tom Cruise. Gaga showcased her admiration for the US Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, cheering her up at the Bercy Arena in Paris, while her video of the gymnast went viral. The Olympic Games committee released a statement regarding her performance and why it was pre-recorded: "As heavy rain was forecasted, we wanted to ensure the performance took place on the majestic staircase by recording the sublime Lady Gaga an hour before the start of the ceremony. It was a matter of ensuring that the world could savor this electrifying moment while also paying homage to the French song." Check out more pictures of Gaga from today on GAGAIMAGES. Check out Gaga's appearance in Paris from yesterday and the highly expected second trailer for the Joker sequel, coming out in theaters this October.
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Lady Gaga Partakes In Olympic Games Ceremony
Lady Gaga made a spectacular appearance at the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. The ceremony took place this Friday, July 26th, and for the first time in the history of the Summer Olympic Games, it was not held in a stadium. The Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony was held in the heart of the city along its main artery, the river Seine. Gaga was part of the ceremony, performing a special version of "Mon truc en plumes" by Zizi Jeanmaire. The performance was pre-recorded a few hours before the ceremony to avoid technical issues from the heavy rain. You can rewatch the full performance below.
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'Joker: Folie à Deux' to Premiere at Venice Film Festival
“Joker: Folie à Deux,” starring Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn and Joaquin Phoenix as the titular character, will have its world premiere at the 81st annual Venice International Film Festival, held from August 28 to September 7, 2024, at Venice Lido, Italy. During the presentation, it was revealed that the official runtime of the movie is 2 hours and 18 minutes. The anticipated Joker sequel will follow the festival path of the first movie, which was awarded the Golden Lion, the festival's highest prize, to director Todd Phillips in 2019. This will be Gaga's second appearance at the iconic Mostra, after the premiere of "A Star Is Born" in 2018, when she and Bradley Cooper received an eight-minute ovation and successfully launched an awards campaign that resulted in Gaga's first Oscar. After the world premiere in Venice, “Joker: Folie à Deux” will hit theaters around the globe this October.