Merge 104.8 | 26 January 2026
Lady Gaga has become the first solo artist in history to achieve 2 billion Spotify streams with songs from three different decades: “Poker Face” (2000s), “Shallow” (2010s), and “Die With A Smile” (2020s). The only other act to accomplish this milestone is AC/DC, whose songs from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s have each surpassed 2 billion streams.
New research shows that even just six extra minutes of cuddling in the morning can make a real difference. It boosts your mood, helps calm your nervous system, and makes you more emotionally steady throughout the day. Those few minutes can gently lower cortisol (your main stress hormone), setting you up for better focus, calmer emotions, and a stronger sense of connection.
Bruno Mars has officially surpassed Taylor Swift for the highest single-day ticket sales, moving more than 2.1 million tickets for his upcoming tour. Due to overwhelming demand, he has added 32 new dates to The Romantic Tour, which kicks off in April and will span 70 shows across North America, Europe, and the U.K.