Music News Today — October 4, 2026
‘SNL’: Dakota Johnson Confides in Taylor Swift About Dating Musicians and more — today's music signal.
The world of entertainment is abuzz with creativity and conversation, and today's headlines are no exception. In the music world, Dakota Johnson recently opened up to Taylor Swift on Saturday Night Live about her experiences dating musicians, sparking a relatable and humorous take on the ups and downs of love and fame. Meanwhile, artist Lawrence Rothman is making waves with their new album 'Here Lives Love/Sawdust to Stardust,' and they're also gaining recognition for their work producing for other artists - including a pivotal conversation with the legendary David Bowie that had a lasting impact on their career.
From music to film and television, there's a lot to unpack in today's entertainment news. The creative process is front and center, with 'Coven Academy' creator breaking down the intricacies of their show's storyline and 'Behemoth!' composer Tony Gilroy explaining his unconventional approach to scoring his latest film, which involved a team of nine composers. Even the world of boxing is getting in on the action, with a highly anticipated title eliminator match between Ben Whittaker and Conor Wallace. As these stories show, the entertainment industry is full of talented individuals pushing boundaries and exploring new ideas - and there's always something new to discover.
Today's signal:
• ‘SNL’: Dakota Johnson Confides in Taylor Swift About Dating Musicians (rollingstone.com)
• Lawrence Rothman on Their New Album, ‘Here Lives Love/Sawdust to Stardust,’ a Growing Legacy Producing Other Artists, and the Talk with Bowie That Changed Everything (variety.com)
• Jeremy Strong Defends Method Acting, Says He Doesn’t Feel the Need to ‘Apologize’ to Co-Stars Who May Think ‘I’m Taking It Too Seriously’ (variety.com)
• ‘Coven Academy’ Creator Breaks Down Briar’s Family Tree, Dark Magic as an Addiction Metaphor, ‘Misogyny’ Against Witches — and a Deleted Kiss Scene (variety.com)
• ‘Behemoth!’: Why Tony Gilroy Needed Nine Composers to Score His Latest Film, and a Guide to Who Did What in the Film (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Ben Whittaker vs. Conor Wallace: Here’s Where to Watch the Title Eliminator Boxing Match Live Online (variety.com)