King Charles lands Apple show as Meghan’s Netflix series faces harsh reviews

Apple Music has announced the launch of a special music program, ‘The King’s Music Room,’ personally curated by His Majesty King Charles III. The show celebrates music from across the Commonwealth and offers a rare insight into the King’s diverse musical taste.

The program will premiere on Apple Music 1 on March 10 at 6 a.m. GMT, with additional broadcasts on Monday and Tuesday on Apple Music 1 and Apple Music Hits.

Recorded at Buckingham Palace, the playlist features a mix of 1930s classics, Afrobeats, reggae, and disco, showcasing the King's appreciation for a variety of global sounds.

Marking Commonwealth Day, the King also shares personal stories about meeting musicians and the significance of certain tracks. He remarked, “Music has the remarkable ability to bring back memories, provide comfort, and lift our spirits—especially when it unites us in celebration.”

The playlist includes icons like Bob Marley, Kylie Minogue, and Grace Jones, alongside modern artists such as Davido and RAYE.

Rachel Newman, Apple Music’s global head of Content and Editorial, called it an “honour” to share the King’s selections with listeners worldwide.

The show will be available for free on Apple Music 1 and can also be streamed on demand with an Apple Music subscription.

While a trailer for King Charles' show garnered applause online for its unique musical perspective, his estranged daughter-in-law's Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, is struggling with harsh reviews.

The Duchess of Sussex recently announced that the show had been renewed for a second season just days after its debut. However, the series—centered around Meghan’s lifestyle, including cooking, beekeeping, and event hosting—has received a lukewarm response from viewers.

While some fans found it "soothing" and "a peaceful escape," others labeled it "boring" and "self-indulgent." One viewer sarcastically wrote, “This show is as exciting as watching paint dry.”

Critics were even more merciless. Vulture said that the show "pioneers new frontiers in unreliability." The Daily Beast's Kevin Fallon said that he needed a lobotomy after watching the show. In a scratching review, Slate wrote that she should have remained a Royal, calling the show "eye-rolling". 

Despite the mixed feedback, Netflix has greenlit another season, with filming reportedly completed. However, speculation remains about the future of Meghan and Harry’s $100 million Netflix deal, which is set to expire later this year.