Music News Today — November 5, 2026
Former KABC and KCBS News Anchor Harold Greene Dies at 82 and more — today's music signal.
The world of entertainment is reflecting on significant moments and losses. We're remembering Harold Greene, a veteran news anchor who passed away at 82, leaving behind a legacy in journalism. In the music world, nostalgia is in the air as The Chicks celebrate the 20th anniversary of their album 'Taking the Long Way', revisiting a pivotal moment in their career and even drawing comparisons between former US presidents.
Meanwhile, new projects are underway that are set to captivate global audiences. A new retelling of India's epic 'Ramayana' is being produced, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, with an all-star soundtrack featuring A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer. This ambitious project has garnered significant attention from major players like Amazon Music and T-Series. In other entertainment news, Pixar is undergoing a leadership shift, and 'SNL' recently saw a viewership high with Inde Navarrette's episode. With the midterms fresh in our minds, it's clear that music and pop culture continue to intersect with the wider world, often in unexpected and humorous ways.
Today's signal:
• Former KABC and KCBS News Anchor Harold Greene Dies at 82 (variety.com)
• Ranbir Kapoor and Yash’s ‘Ramayana’ Makers on Retelling India’s Epic for the World, as Amazon Music and T-Series Bet on A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer’s Soundtrack (variety.com)
• Pixar Names Jonathan Garson as President; Jim Morris Moves to Emeritus Role (variety.com)
• The Chicks Recall ‘the Incident’ and Compare Bush to Trump in ‘Taking the Long Way’ 20th Anniversary Shows: Concert Review (variety.com)
• The Midterms Gave Us a Blue Wave — And Some Hilarious Music Memes (rollingstone.com)
• Inde Navarrette’s ‘SNL’ Episode Hits Season High of 5.2 Million Viewers (variety.com)