What Was Brandi Carlile Reciting on ‘SNL’? How Thomas Jefferson’s Proclamation About Separating ‘Church & State’ Made It Into a Blazing Rock Song

Singing 'Church & State,' 'Saturday Night Live' music guest Brandi Carlile recited a letter by Thomas Jefferson, along with ...
The Escapist

Hozier’s SNL Performance Reignites Christmas Song Controversy, Highlighting the Irony Behind Censored Slur

There is no Christmas song more controversial than The Pogues’ “Fairytale of New York.” It’s all because of one word, a homophobic slur that appears in one of the verses. Due to the inclusion of the ...
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SNL Season 50 Heads Into Holiday Break with Best Effort Yet: Review

When it comes to NBC's Saturday Night Live, the final episode of the calendar year comes with a ton of pressure built into its DNA. Along with being the holiday episode, it's also a chance for the ...
New York Post

Adam Sandler questioned over ‘SNL: 50’ song calling out antisemitic musician

Don’t mess with the Sandman. Adam Sandler is setting the record straight on the meaning behind a scathing lyric in his “SNL:50” song. During the 50th anniversary special of “Saturday Night Live,” the ...

NBC Sets Holiday Programming Including ‘Wicked’, ‘Saturday Night Live’ Specials, Returning Classics & More

EXCLUSIVE: Can you believe it’s that time of year again? Halloween is just two days away and we’re already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. NBC has unveiled its lineup of new ...