50 Cent is the subject of a new three-part Hulu documentary directed by Mandon Lovett, covering his rise from Queens to mogul status. He’s also tied to the upcoming Street Fighter reboot.

Country icon Ray Stevens, 87, is recovering after breaking his neck in a fall. He remains mobile and in good spirits following a 2025 heart attack and surgery.

Kanye West’s UK travel request was denied, leading to the cancellation of Wireless Festival where he was set to headline. Officials cited public good concerns.

Lil Tjay was arrested in connection to Offset’s shooting in Florida, facing minor charges. His attorney denies any direct involvement.

Madonna will appear in Apple TV+ series “The Studio,” playing a fictionalized version of herself in a satire involving a revived biopic and the Venice Film Festival.

Netflix’s “KPop Demon Hunters” teams with McDonald’s on themed meals featuring Korean-inspired items and collectible cards, highlighting global Korean culture.

Elvis Presley’s 1968 Comeback Special Hagstrom Viking II guitar heads to Sotheby’s, expected to fetch $1–2 million.

Billboard World Albums Chart

5. Lux - Rosalia

4. Do It (EP) - Stray Kids

3. Unique (EP) - P1Harmony

2. Proof - BTS

1. The Sin: Vanish: 7th Mini Album (EP) - ENHYPEN

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Florence Welch partners with Planned Parenthood to offer reproductive healthcare resources at tour stops, emphasizing access amid ongoing rights debates.

BTS’ “Swim” holds No. 1 for a second week on Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S.; Tame Impala and JENNIE’s “Dracula” hits top 10, a first for Tame Impala and fifth solo top 10 for JENNIE.

Krooked Kings’ “In Another Life” explores addiction, heartbreak, and self-loathing; producer Yves Rothman pushed for lyrical vulnerability, reflecting the Utah band’s growth.

Method Man responds to backlash over missing Wu-Tang Clan’s Australia tour, saying he never committed and blaming promoters for misleading ads.

Offset hospitalized in stable condition after being shot outside a Florida casino; two suspects detained.

Disney releases “Main Street Country” EP featuring country covers of songs from Beauty and the Beast, Tarzan, Hercules, and more.

Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square proposes $64B merger with Universal Music Group, including U.S. listing; shares jump 12%.

Queen Latifah to host the 52nd American Music Awards May 25 in Las Vegas; nominations April 14, voting open until May 8.

Tekashi 6ix9ine released after 3 months for supervised release violation; claims he obtained a SpongeBob figurine signed by Nicolás Maduro while incarcerated.

Top 5 albums

5. ADL - Yeat

4. I'm the Problem - Morgan Wallen

3. Hades - Melanie Martinez

2. Bully - Ye

1. Arirang - BTS

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Sofia D’Angelo’s “Time” wins Billboard’s fan-voted poll with 69%+, beating releases from Anne Hathaway and Jack White.

BTS’ “ARIRANG” holds No. 1 on Billboard 200 (187K units); Melanie Martinez’s “HADES” No. 3 (84K); Yeat’s “ADL” debuts No. 5 (57K).

Monsta X announce 10 North American dates for 2026 “THE X : NEXUS” tour (Oct 3–24); tickets on sale April 14; I.M absent due to military service.

Kanye West’s “Bully” debuts No. 2 on Billboard 200 (152K units), continuing strong performance despite ongoing controversies.

Pepsi pulls Wireless Festival sponsorship over Ye headliner backlash; criticism from UK leaders ahead of July 10–12 event in London.

Tool’s Maynard James Keenan backs former West Point classmate Gen. Randy George after forced early retirement; Pentagon gives no reason.

Shiloh Jolie debuts in K-pop video for Dayoung’s “What’s a Girl to Do,” earning role through open audition.

Top 5 Singles:

5. Alex Warren – “Ordinary”

4. Bruno Mars – “I Just Might”

3. Olivia Dean – “Man I Need”

2. Ella Langley – “Choosin’ Texas”

1. BTS – “Swim”

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J. Cole has signed with the Nanjing Monkey Kings, marking his third stint in international basketball as he pursues one more run at the sport alongside his music career.

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A man was arrested for trespassing at Nicki Minaj’s Hidden Hills home after authorities found him on the property early Wednesday, though Minaj was reportedly not home.

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RAYE apologized to fans after revealing that the vinyl edition of This Music May Contain Hope was pressed before the final mix was completed and does not match the finished digital release.

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A rare 1.5-inch dreadlock from Bob Marley is heading to auction in the UK with an estimate of up to £25,000, making it an unusually scarce piece of authenticated memorabilia.

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Choreographer Darrin Henson is suing Sony Music over the use of NSYNC’s “Bye Bye Bye” dance in Deadpool & Wolverine, claiming he never gave up ownership of the choreography.

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SeatGeek has launched a ChatGPT integration that lets users browse event tickets with natural language prompts before being sent to complete their purchase.

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And since it’s Thursday, let’s check out some of the fresh tracks released this week:

“The Van” by Bleachers

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“ALL THE LOVE” by Kanye West & Andre Troutman

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“Reply To This” by Charlie Puth

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“Shine Again” by Weezer

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“Need Your Love” by OneRepublic

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Shakira has announced a limited U.S. leg of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, kicking off June 13 in Inglewood and running through late July. 

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London Mayor Sadiq Khan criticized Ye’s planned Wireless Festival shows, saying the artist’s past antisemitic remarks are offensive and do not reflect London’s values. 

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Lindsey Buckingham was reportedly attacked in Santa Monica by a woman who allegedly threw an unknown substance at him before fleeing. 

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Megan Thee Stallion was hospitalized after falling ill during a performance of Moulin Rouge! The Musical in New York, then later called the incident a wake-up call. 

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Jon Bon Jovi has received the 2026 James Beard Impact Award for his philanthropic work through the JBJ Soul Foundation and JBJ Soul Kitchen. 

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Japan’s latest Billboard Japan Hot 100 is led by King & Prince’s “Waltz for Lily,” followed by M!LK’s “Bakuretsu Aishiteru,” BTS’ “SWIM,” M!LK’s “Sukisugite Metsu!,” and Kenshi Yonezu’s “IRIS OUT.” 

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Journey singer Arnel Pineda says he tried to step away from the band’s farewell tour because of vocal struggles and a difficult divorce, but he is still performing as the run continues into 2027.

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Warner Music Group has signed global hip-hop group H//pe Princess, the Japan-Korea project formed through Unpretty Rapstar: Hip Pop Princess, ahead of the group’s debut later this year.

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Warner Music Group is also acquiring music distribution and rights management platform Revelator as it expands its artist services and technology pipeline.

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Kid Cudi launches his new weekly digital series Big Bro With Kid Cudi today, with guests including Kylie Jenner and conversations centered on creative journeys.

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Jon Bon Jovi received the James Beard Impact Award for his work through the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation and its nonprofit JBJ Soul Kitchen community restaurant.

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And in absolutely-real news, researchers working with Hellmann’s have classified mayonnaise as a musical instrument, arguing it can create controlled, intentional sound under established organology standards.

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New Zealand Billboard Hot 100:

1. “Man I Need” - Olivia Dean
2. “Rein Me In” - Sam Fender & Olivia Dean
3. “IloveitIloveitIloveit” - Bella Kay
4. “So Easy (to Fall In Love)” - Olivia Dean
5. “Stateside” - PinkPantheress and Zara Larsson

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BTS’ “Swim” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, knocking Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” down to No. 2 after four weeks on top.

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The Eurovision Song Contest is expanding to Asia, with its first Asian edition set for November 14 in Bangkok and artists from 10 countries taking part.

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Bandsintown added a new Apple Music integration that brings concert listings directly into the app with iOS 26.4.

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Céline Dion will return to the stage for a 10-show run in Paris this September as she continues living with stiff-person syndrome.

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Taylor Swift released a music video for “Elizabeth Taylor” built entirely around clips of the late actress, with Swift herself never appearing onscreen.

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Taylor Swift and UMG Recordings are being sued by Maren Wade, who claims The Life of a Showgirl infringes on her Confessions of a Showgirl trademark.

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Billboard 200 Album Chart

5. Octane - Don Toliver

4. Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally - Harry Styles

3. I’m The Problem - Morgan Wallen

2. The Way i Am - Luke Combs

1. Arirang - BTS

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Olivia Dean led the MOBO Awards with wins for Album of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Female Act, while Pharrell Williams received the Mobo Global Songwriter Award.

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BTS’ ARIRANG debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 641,000 equivalent album units, giving the group its seventh chart-topper.

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Fort Campbell will host a free Independence Day celebration featuring a Charlie Daniels hologram alongside Aaron Tippin and Eric Lee Beddingfield.

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Bob Dylan launched a Patreon called Letters From the Grave, offering videos and audio essays for $5 a month.

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Blackpink’s Lisa announced her first Las Vegas residency, Viva La Lisa, at Caesars Palace for two weekends in November.

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Lindsey Buckingham hinted that his renewed connection with Stevie Nicks could lead to a new collaboration, even if a full Fleetwood Mac tour remains unlikely.

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Top 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart

5. “Golden” - Huntrix

4. “Ordinary” - Alex Warren

3. “I Just Might” - Bruno Mars

2. “Man I Need” - Olivia Dean

1. “Choosin Texas” - Ella Langley

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Rihanna described hearing “10 loud bangs on metal” as gunfire hit her Beverly Hills property while she and her family were inside an Airstream trailer, leaving her shaken though no one was injured.

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Lebo M has sued comedian Learnmore Jonasi over a viral joke mistranslating The Lion King’s “Circle of Life” chant, seeking up to $27 million in damages.

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Lauryn Hill will bring her Diaspora Calling! Festival to the UK for the first time on August 7 at Milton Keynes National Bowl, with Wyclef Jean, YG Marley, and Zion Marley on the bill so far.

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Weezer announced their 32-city North American arena tour, The Gathering, with support from The Shins and Silversun Pickups, alongside news of the upcoming single “Shine Again.”

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Paul McCartney announced his new album The Boys of Dungeon Lane, due May 29, and released the lead single “Days We Left Behind.”

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KCON LA 2026 returns August 14 with a lineup led by TOMORROW X TOGETHER, P1Harmony, and NCT 127.

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New Releases

Miley Cyrus - “Younger You”

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Paul McCartney - “Days We Left Behind”

Fetty Wap featuring Divinity & Ymanie - “White Roses”

Melanie Martinez - “Uncanny Valley”

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Becky G & elkan - “Marathon”

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Netflix says BTS’ Seoul concert livestream drew 18.4 million viewers worldwide, making it the platform’s biggest non-sports livestream and its most-watched title of the week. 

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BTS has also teamed up with Major League Baseball for Opening Week hype videos featuring songs from the group’s new album ARIRANG. 

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Duffy is set to tell her story, including her kidnapping and assault ordeal, in a new Disney+ documentary. 

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Live Nation has agreed to improve accessibility at its festivals after legal action from the UK’s Equality and Human Rights Commission. 

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A Florida woman has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder and other felony charges after allegedly firing shots at Rihanna’s home. 

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Legendary songwriter Chip Taylor, who wrote “Wild Thing” and “Angel of the Morning,” has died at 86. 

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Willie Nelson is bringing back the Outlaw Music Festival Tour in 2026, with public on-sale set for Friday, March 27. 

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Top 5 on the current Billboard Japan Hot 100, dated March 25, 2026: No. 1 “BE:FIRST ALL DAY” by BE:FIRST, No. 2 “一秒” by SixTONES, No. 3 “サンダルだぜ” by SKE48, No. 4 “爆裂愛してる” by M!LK, and No. 5 “Five” by Arashi.  

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Ted Nugent will stream his Detroit concert film Stranglehold 50th Bash on April 4 to mark the 50th anniversary of his debut solo album, with a Blu-ray release to follow in May.

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Jay-Z says Blue Ivy has perfect pitch, is teaching herself piano, and has impressed him with her work ethic during Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour.

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Bruce Springsteen is set to perform his protest song “Streets of Minneapolis” at the No Kings rally in St. Paul on March 28.

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Veteran drummer Terry Cox, whose credits included David Bowie, Elton John, and Pentangle, has died at 89.

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Rolling Stone reports that AI music scams are increasingly hitting indie and smaller artists through fake uploads made under their names without permission.

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The 71st Ivor Novello Awards will be held May 21 in London, with nominees including Olivia Dean, Lola Young, Lily Allen, Coldplay, CMAT, and Florence + the Machine.

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UK Top 5 Songs Today

1. “Rein Me In” - Sam Fender & Olivia Dean
2. “ILoveItILoveItILoveIt” - Bella Kay
3. “Man I Need” - Olivia Dean
4. “American Girls” - Harry Styles
5. “Stateside” - Pink Pantheress with Zara Larsson

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Celine Dion will return to the stage this fall with shows at Paris La Défense Arena, resuming postponed dates following her battle with Stiff Person Syndrome.

n0trixx’s debut LP “A Catalogue Of Madness And Melancholia” blends metalcore, EDM, and industrial, with each track exploring different mental health struggles drawn from personal experience.

Ben Lovett has opened Pacific Electric Music Club in downtown Los Angeles, aiming to support artists through community-driven live programming.

The UK Government has scrapped its proposed AI copyright opt-out plan after industry backlash, opting instead for a new consultation to balance innovation and rights protection.

Parkway Drive has cut ties with former employee Jed Gordon after his guilty plea in an underage sex offense case, issuing an apology and expressing support for the victim.

Flea released his debut solo album “Honora,” a jazz project featuring Thom Yorke and Nick Cave, highlighting his trumpet work.

Ashnikko brought her “Smoochies” tour to Shrine Auditorium, delivering a nearly two-hour set spanning her catalog, including fan-favorite collaborations.

Top 5 Albums:

5. DTMF – Bad Bunny

4. Unique – P1Harmony (Debut)

3. Mutiny After Midnight – Johnny BlueSky and the Dark Clouds (Debut)

2. I’m the Problem – Morgan Wallen

1.Kiss All the Time, Disco Occasionally – Harry Styles

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BTS’ Arirang opened with 110 million Spotify streams, setting a new record for a K-pop album debut and ranking among the biggest first-day launches in Spotify history.

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BTS’ Arirang also won Billboard’s fan poll for favorite new release of the week with 94% of the vote.

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Country singer and former The Bachelorette contestant James McCoy Taylor was re-arrested in Texas in connection with a 2024 assault and unlawful restraint case.

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Foo Fighters have released “Caught In The Echo,” the first single from their upcoming album Your Favorite Toy.

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A new handwriting review questions whether the final lines of Kurt Cobain’s suicide note were written by someone else, though Seattle Police have not changed their conclusion that he died by suicide.

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Former Mötley Crüe singer John Corabi has sued the band for $4 million, alleging he was not properly credited for work connected to Generation Swine.

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The Sistine Chapel hosted the world premiere of James MacMillan’s Angels Unawares, a new sacred oratorio performed by The Sixteen.

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Top 5 Singles

1. “Choosin Texas” - Ella Langley
2. “Man I Need” - Olivia Dean
3. “I Just Might” - Bruno Mars
4. “American Girls.” - Harry Styles
5. “Ordinary” - Alex Warren

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Muse announced their 10th studio album, The Wow! Signal, due June 26, as the band leans into a sci-fi concept inspired by the real 1977 “Wow! signal.”

Music-News

The 2026 ACM Radio Awards honored top country stations and on-air personalities across multiple market sizes during Country Radio Seminar ahead of the 61st ACM Awards.

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Taylor Swift will appear at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards on March 26 in Los Angeles, where she leads all nominees with nine nods.

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Most of Tina Turner’s music catalog rights, along with her name, image, and likeness rights, have been acquired by Pophouse in a deal involving BMG.

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Netflix is reportedly exploring a large-scale live arena tour based on KPop Demon Hunters as it looks to expand the franchise beyond streaming.

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Michael Smith has pleaded guilty in a landmark AI-assisted streaming fraud case after prosecutors said he used bots and AI-generated songs to pull in more than $8 million in royalties.

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New Releases

SWIM - BTS

Loving Life Again - Ella Langley

Click Clack Symphony - RAYE

Dinner Party - Niall Horan

Be With You - Muse

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Miley Cyrus says a Super Bowl Halftime Show feels like “too much pressure,” though she has not ruled it out if she can make it a meaningful, career-spanning performance.

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BMG is suing Anthropic, alleging the AI company used nearly 500 copyrighted songs and lyrics without permission to train Claude.

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Roland has unveiled Melody Flip, an AI-powered tool that analyzes audio and suggests new melodies while positioning itself as a creative partner rather than a replacement for artists.

Digital Music News

Lorde says she has left Universal Music Group after her contract expired, making her independent for now as she pursues a clean slate and full creative control.

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Willie Nelson will release Dream Chaser on May 29, his 156th studio album, featuring a rare co-write with Bob Dylan.

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Global recorded music revenue hit $31.7 billion in 2025, up 6.4%, with paid subscriptions climbing to 837 million worldwide.

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Lil Wayne extends his Tha Carter 20th anniversary tour into 2026 with 25+ new North American dates. 2 Chainz joins most shows, The Game appears select dates; tickets on sale this week.

https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/lil-wayne-tha-carter-anniversary-tour-dates-2026-extended-1236201295/

J Balvin and Jay Wheeler hit No. 1 on Latin Airplay with “Si Te Vas.” Balvin earns his 40th chart-topper, extending his record for most No. 1s.

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Cardi B launches Grow-Good Beauty hair-care line inspired by her Dominican roots and DIY routines. The line debuts April 14 via her website.

https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/cardi-b-hair-care-line-1236201169/

Peter Frampton announces Carry the Light, his first album of new material in 16 years, out May 15. Features Tom Morello, H.E.R., and Sheryl Crow.

https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/peter-frampton-first-album-16-years-carry-the-light-1236201567/

The Wallflowers announce a 30th anniversary tour for Bringing Down the Horse, running April–November 2026 across North America and Europe.

https://pitchfork.com/news/the-wallflowers-announce-bringing-down-the-horse-anniversary-tour/

Tencent Music surpasses 20M “Super VIP” subscribers, signaling strong demand for high-priced, fan-focused streaming tiers with exclusive perks.

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Spotify hosts invite-only “Spotify x BTS: SWIMSIDE” NYC event March 23 for top listeners, featuring performance and Q&A tied to upcoming album ARIRANG.

https://www.digitalmusicnews.com/2026/03/17/spotify-bts-swimside-nyc-event/

Billboard Global 200:

#1 American Girls – Harry Styles

#2 Stateside – PinkPantheress ft. Zara Larsson

#3 Risk It All – Bruno Mars

#4 Man I Need – Olivia Dean

#5 DTMF – Bad Bunny

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BTS return is the focus of BTS: The Return, a Netflix documentary directed by Bao Nguyen, capturing their comeback alongside their upcoming album Arirang and a live concert.

Country band LANCO survived a tour bus fire in Iowa after a blizzard forced a stop. The driver sustained minor injuries, though the band lost some gear.

Metal band Soulfly had equipment stolen from a U-Haul in Albuquerque while traveling on tour with Gwar.

Palo Alto High School will receive a $239,000 Steinway Model D, sparking debate among students over funding priorities.

A piano used by John Lennon sold for $3.3 million at auction, alongside items from Ringo Starr and David Gilmour.

The U.S. music industry hit $11.5 billion in 2025 revenue, with vinyl surpassing $1 billion for the first time since 1983, driven in part by Taylor Swift releases.

The antitrust case against Live Nation resumed in New York City, as over 30 states push forward despite a proposed DOJ settlement.

Sturgill Simpson—now performing as Johnny Blue Skies—is pursuing action against those responsible for leaking his album Mutiny After Midnight on Bandcamp.

Top 5 Albums

5. Octane – Don Toliver

4. DTMF – Bad Bunny

3. I’m the Problem – Morgan Wallen

2. The Romantic – Bruno Mars

1.Kiss All the Time, Disco Occasionally – Harry Styles

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• KPop Demon Hunters won Best Animated Feature at the Academy Awards, with directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans becoming the first Asian female winners in the category. The film’s song Golden also won Best Original Song. The Netflix hit has broken platform records and a sequel is already in development. https://variety.com/2026/film/news/kpop-demon-hunters-win-oscar-best-animated-movie-1236680527/

• Composer Ludwig Göransson won Best Original Score for Sinners at the Academy Awards, his third Oscar this century. His previous wins include Black Panther and Oppenheimer, reinforcing his reputation as one of Hollywood’s most in-demand composers. https://www.billboard.com/music/awards/sinners-wins-best-original-score-oscars-2026-1236199879/

• Phil Campbell, longtime guitarist for Motörhead, died at 64. Campbell joined the band in 1984 and played on every album until the group disbanded after the death of Lemmy Kilmister in 2015. Musicians across rock and metal paid tribute. https://loudwire.com/motorhead-rockers-fans-tribute-phil-campbell/

• Country star Jo Dee Messina announced Bridges, her first studio album in more than a decade. The project arrives this summer and is led by the single Some Bridges. https://www.gratefulweb.com/articles/jo-dee-messina-announces-first-studio-album-over-decade-shares-first-song-video/

• iHeartMedia partnered with the Global Gaming League to produce podcasts and gaming-culture audio programming, expanding esports coverage across iHeart’s platforms. https://ramp247.com/programming/iheart-teams-up-with-global-gaming-league/

• New research suggests humans are born with innate “musicality”—a biological capacity to perceive and create music—supported by infant studies, cross-cultural research, and comparisons with other species. The findings could influence treatments for language and motor disorders. https://www.eurasiareview.com/15032026-from-speculation-to-science-humans-are-born-musical/

• Documentary We Are the Shaggs premiered at the SXSW, exploring the cult legacy of outsider rock trio The Shaggs and their enduring influence on experimental music. https://variety.com/2026/film/reviews/we-are-the-shaggs-documentary-band-sxsw-film-review-1236687955/

• Harry Styles debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, selling 430,000 units. It marks his fourth solo chart-topping album. https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/harry-styles-kiss-all-the-time-disco-occasionally-number-1-1235528505/

• HarbourView Equity Partners acquired select assets from the estate of Quincy Jones, including recordings, publishing, and ancillary rights, as part of an effort to preserve and manage the legendary producer’s catalog. https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/quincy-jones-estate-sells-catalog-and-ancillary-rights-to-harbourview/

• James Hetfield of Metallica announced his engagement to Adriana Gillett after an underwater shark-dive proposal. https://blabbermouth.net/news/metallicas-james-hetfield-proposes-to-girlfriend-underwater-during-shark-dive-thank-you-god-for-putting-us-together

Top 5 Singles (Billboard Charts)

1. I Just Might – Bruno Mars
2. Choosin’ Texas – Ella Langley
3. Man I Need – Olivia Dean
4. Risk It All – Bruno Mars
5. Ordinary – Alex Warren

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Finneas will compose the original score for season two of Netflix’s Beef, premiering April 16 with a new anthology cast led by Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan.

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The Pussycat Dolls announced their 53-date “PCD Forever Tour,” a trio reunion run launching June 5 in Palm Desert and ending October 13 in London.

Billboard

Billie Eilish is reportedly in advanced talks to make her feature film acting debut as Esther Greenwood in Sarah Polley’s new adaptation of The Bell Jar.

Music-News

David Gilmour’s Black Strat sold for $14.5 million at Christie’s, making it the most expensive guitar ever sold.

Louder

Quincy Jones’ estate sold a portion of its music and related rights to HarbourView Equity Partners in a deal covering select recordings, publishing, and name-image-likeness assets.

THR

Internal Slack messages revealed in Live Nation’s antitrust case showed two ticketing executives joking about overcharging fans and calling customers “so stupid” for paying inflated fees.

Variety

Netflix has green-lit a sequel to the hit animated film KPop Demon Hunters after the original became one of the platform’s biggest movie successes.

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New Music Friday

“Trade Places” - Jack Harlow

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“Dry Spell” - Kacey Musgraves

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“All I Did Was Dream of You” - beabadoobee feat. The Marías

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“Home” - Charlie Puth feat. Hikaru Utada

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“Porch Light” - Noah Kahan

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Singer Sombr paused a London show after spotting a fan who appeared to faint, calling out venue staff and security to pay closer attention to crowd safety.

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The 52nd American Music Awards have unveiled 50 categories, including 14 genre-neutral awards, ahead of the May 25 ceremony in Las Vegas.

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BELIFT LAB says Heeseung is leaving ENHYPEN to pursue a solo career while staying with the agency, with the group continuing as six members.

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A Bon Jovi biopic is in development at Universal, covering the band’s early New Jersey years and rise to fame with access to its music and input from Jon Bon Jovi.

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Lord Sear, the longtime Shade 45 DJ and influential hip-hop radio voice, has died at 54.

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Kelly Clarkson says she never received the car promised after winning the first season of American Idol, and that the widely promoted $1 million prize was tied to her recording contract rather than paid directly.

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Katy Perry has lost an Australian trademark battle over clothing, with the country’s High Court backing designer Katie Perry’s apparel brand.

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At No. 1 is Arashi with “Five,” the beloved five-member group’s first new song in five years.

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The Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music will open June 7 at Monmouth University, with a new 32,000-square-foot facility housing archives, exhibits, concerts, and educational programs.

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Metallica says its 24-show Las Vegas Sphere residency is now complete, with no more dates being added despite heavy fan demand.

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PRS for Music is suing Valve, alleging Steam has hosted unlicensed music since 2003 and seeking a licensing deal covering past and future use.

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TikTok and Apple Music are partnering on “Play Full Song,” a feature that lets users stream full tracks inside TikTok, along with a new interactive “Listening Party” rollout.

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Violet Grohl will release her debut solo album, Be Sweet to Me, on May 29, with her only currently announced live date set for September 12 at Shaky Knees in Atlanta.

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The creators of AI-generated “actress” Tilly Norwood released a music video defending AI creativity, but the clip is drawing fresh backlash over both its quality and its message.

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And with St. Patrick’s Day around the corner, here are the current top 5 songs on the Billboard Ireland chart:

1. IloveitIloveitIloveit - Bella Kay
2. Rein Me In - Sam Fender and Olivia Dean
3. Man I Need - Olivia Dean
4. Stateside - PinkPantheress with Zara Larsson
5. Homewrecker - sombr

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• Tommy DeCarlo, lead vocalist of Boston since 2007, has died at 60 after battling brain cancer. Discovered on MySpace, he later recorded lead vocals on the band’s 2013 album “Life Love & Hope.”

• A rare 1981 Danzig 7-inch single, “Who Killed Marilyn?”, sold for $10,000 on Discogs. The record was sold by its original owner, who said it was given to him directly by Glenn Danzig in 1983.

• Alice Cooper’s new autobiography, “Devil on My Shoulder,” arrives October 8. The book examines the connection between his stage persona and real life and will be promoted with a U.K. book tour.

• The Bloomington Symphony Orchestra presented “Between Silence and Strauss,” blending traditional Japanese music with Western classical works in partnership with the IU Asian Culture Center. The program featured guest musicians and highlighted the cross-cultural influence of composer Toshio Hosokawa alongside music from Richard Strauss.

• Squeeze’s upcoming album “Trixies” compiles songs written by Glenn Tilbrook and Chris Difford in the 1970s but never previously recorded. The release revisits the duo’s early songwriting era with melodic, polished arrangements.

• U.S. radio giant Cumulus Media filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to restructure roughly $600 million in debt. The plan eliminates existing equity and converts creditor claims into new ownership while maintaining operations.

• HYBE and Spotify announced a partnership to launch K-pop video podcasts produced by HYBE MEDIA STUDIO. The shows will feature HYBE artists and other creators beginning March 23.

• Former Dead Kennedys frontman Jello Biafra suffered a hemorrhagic stroke and has canceled upcoming tour dates. He remains hospitalized but stable and will begin rehabilitation.

Top 5 Albums (Billboard):

5. The Art of Loving – Olivia Dean

4. Octane – Don Toliver

3. I’m the Problem – Morgan Wallen

2. DTMF – Bad Bunny

1.The Romantic – Bruno Mars

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A woman was arrested after allegedly firing at least 10 shots at Rihanna’s Los Angeles home from a Tesla, striking the wall and gate. No injuries were reported; police detained the suspect with an assault rifle.

Live Nation reached a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice in its antitrust case, agreeing to about $200 million in damages and major changes to Ticketmaster, including opening the platform to competitors, limiting venue exclusivity, divesting amphitheaters, and capping service fees.

Country Joe McDonald, co-founder of Country Joe and the Fish and voice of the Vietnam War protest anthem “I-Feel-Like-I’m-Fixin’-To-Die Rag,” has died at 84 after battling Parkinson’s disease.

Norwegian progressive metal band Green Carnation will release A Dark Poem, Part II: Sanguis, the second installment of their trilogy, expanding the project’s introspective themes of past, present, and future while maintaining their melancholic sound.

Mabe Fratti’s album Sentir Que No Sabes blends experimental cello pop with industrial, jazz, goth rock, and new age influences, highlighting her melodic instincts within a lush, atmospheric sound.

Alissa White-Gluz announced her new band Blue Medusa with guitarists Alyssa Day and Dani Sophia, bassist Alicia Vigil, and drummer Delaney Jaster, revealing the project on International Women’s Day and emphasizing support for women in heavy music.

A new documentary, I Never Wrote Music for Films — We All Love Ennio Morricone, will explore the legendary composer’s life and influence. Directed by Massimo Privitera, filming begins summer 2026.

Moonspell will release the gothic-leaning album Far From God on July 3 via Napalm Records, recorded in Porto with producer Jaime Gomez Arellano. The title track arrives March 25 with a video.

Dogstar, the rock trio featuring Keanu Reeves, announced their fourth album All in Now arriving May 29 alongside a 25-date U.S. summer tour beginning May 28.

Top 5 Singles:

5. “I Just Might” – Bruno Mars

4. “Opalite” – Taylor Swift

3. “Ordinary” – Alex Warren

2. “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean

1.“Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley

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A six-meter, nearly 20-foot statue of Ozzy Osbourne will be unveiled at France’s Hellfest festival on June 18, with the Osbourne family expected to attend the tribute.

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Apple Music is introducing “Transparency Tags,” a new metadata system for disclosing AI use in music-related uploads across artwork, recordings, lyrics or compositions, and videos.

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The Outside Lands 2026 lineup includes Charli XCX, RÜFÜS DU SOL, The Strokes, The xx, and Baby Keem, with the festival returning to Golden Gate Park in San Francisco from August 7 to 9.

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Universal Music Group has put its plans for a secondary U.S. stock listing on hold, saying market conditions are undervaluing the business.

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And it’s Friday, so let’s take a listen to some new music released this week.

New Releases

“American Girls” - Harry Styles, from Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.

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“ALGO TÚ” - Shakira and Beéle

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“bad bitch alert” - Ty Dolla $ign

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“It’s Been Too Long” - Ringo Starr

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“Turn Your Heart Back On” - Gnarls Barkley

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Justin Timberlake is suing to block the release of police body-camera video linked to his June 2024 DWI arrest in Sag Harbor, New York, saying it would violate his privacy and unfairly harm his reputation.

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Charlie Puth has been named Chief Music Officer at AI music platform Moises, where he’ll help shape artist tools and product innovation around workflows like stem separation and mixing.

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BTS dropped a trailer for its upcoming Netflix concert special tied to the group’s ARIRANG comeback, with the live show set for Saturday, March 21 at 7 a.m. ET.

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Zeds Dead announced a Summer 2026 North American amphitheater tour that begins in July and runs into early October.

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Ringo Starr announced a 10-track album, Long Long Road, due April 24, and shared the lead single “It’s Been Too Long.”

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David Byrne said he’s not interested in a Talking Heads reunion tour, and Digital Music News reports he turned down a reported $80 million offer.

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Beach Boys touring member Bruce Johnston is stepping away from the road after more than six decades, with reports saying he’ll focus on songwriting and may still make select special appearances.

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Japan’s Billboard Hot 100 saw Snow Man hit No. 1 with “Odorouze!”, followed by M!LK’s “Bakuretsu Aishiteru” at No. 2 and AKB48’s “Nagorizakura” at No. 3.

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Rapper Ghetts (Justin Clarke-Samuel) was sentenced to 12 years in prison and banned from driving for 17 years after a DUI hit-and-run that killed a 20-year-old student.

Tech N9ne and E-40 reunite for the 27-date Strange Wid’ It Tour starting April 12 in Nebraska, with King Iso opening.

Damon Whiteside will step down as Academy of Country Music CEO in June after six years, remaining CEO Emeritus through year’s end. He expanded membership, improved profitability, and moved the ACM Awards to Prime Video.

The DOJ’s antitrust case against Live Nation and Ticketmaster heads to trial, alleging monopoly practices that harm artists, venues, and fans. The companies deny wrongdoing.

BTS revealed the 14-song track list for Arirang, out March 20, with collaborators including Mike WiLL Made-It and El Guincho. A world tour launches April 9 in Goyang.

Lit is suing Sony Music over streaming royalty calculations tied to a pre-Spotify contract, alleging reduced pension and health contributions.

Robin Beck announced her 11th album Living Proof, arriving May 15, blending modern production with classic AOR style.

Sebastian Bach will front Twisted Sister’s 50th anniversary shows, replacing Dee Snider, who stepped down due to health issues. A Sept. 4 Alaska State Fair date is confirmed.

Charlotte de Witte canceled Australian shows due to escalating Middle East conflict affecting travel safety. Sydney is postponed pending a new date.

Billboard Comedy Albums Chart:

No. 1 Hazbin Hotel Season 2 Soundtrack

No. 2 Hazbin Hotel Season 1 Soundtrack

No. 3 Bo Burnham – Inside (The Songs) (247 weeks)

No. 4 Afroman – The Good Times (320 weeks)

No. 5 Mewgenics soundtrack

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Megan Moroney’s “Cloud 9” дебuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 147,000 units, the biggest week for a woman-led country album in nearly two years. It’s the first No. 1 country album by a woman since Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” in 2024.

Metallica adds six shows to its Life Burns Faster Sphere residency in Las Vegas after strong demand. Fan club presale begins March 4.

Joe Satriani and Steve Vai release “Dancing” with SATCHVAI, a reimagined Paolo Conte track. The song previews the Surfing With The Hydra tour launching April 1 in Seattle.

Harry Styles’ Manchester concert will stream on Netflix March 8 as “Harry Styles: One Night in Manchester,” produced by Fulwell Entertainment, following his BRIT Awards performance.

Black Sabbath will launch a classical tour featuring local orchestras, original arrangements, and state-of-the-art visuals, beginning in the U.K. and expanding globally.

Blues guitarist and singer John Hammond has died at 83. He released more than 30 albums, won a Grammy in 1985, and earned multiple nominations.

Live production giant TAIT acquires creative studio Silent House, expanding capabilities after collaborations on major tours including Backstreet Boys, Tyler, the Creator, Kendrick Lamar, and Jonas Brothers.

Country singer JD Graham was seriously injured in a car crash that killed his dog. He suffered a broken back and ribs and is recovering at a Texas trauma center.

Billboard 200 Top 5:

1. “Cloud 9” – Megan Moroney
2. “Debí Tirar Más Fotos” – Bad Bunny
3. “Luck...or Something” – Hilary Duff
4. “Casino” – Baby Keem
5. “I’m The Problem” – Morgan Wallen

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Poll Win: RAYE’s “Nightingale Lane” topped Billboard’s fan poll with 43% of votes. The track previews her upcoming album This Music May Contain Hope.

Shooting: Nine people were injured at Riverfront Live in Cincinnati during a DJ event. All are in stable condition; police continue investigating.

New Music: Toadies released “The Charmer,” from their Steve Albini–produced album due May 1. A tour with Local H and Sparta follows.

Neil Sedaka, known for “Bad Blood” and “Breaking Up Is Hard to Do,” died at 86. A Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, he leaves a decades-long pop legacy.

Oliver 'Power' Grant, co-founder and executive producer of Wu-Tang Clan, died at 52 after pancreatic cancer.

Jason Becker released The Strawberry Jams, featuring unreleased 1985–1992 recordings made before ALS ended his playing career.

Gaming: Former Guitar Hero developers announced “Stage Tour,” a new rhythm-action title with Gibson; music from Static-X appears in the trailer.

Shakira drew 400,000 to a free show at Zócalo, a record previously held by Los Fabulosos Cadillacs and Grupo Firme.

Top 5 – Billboard Hot 100:

5. “Ordinary” – Alex Warren

4. “DTMF” – Bad Bunny

3. “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean

2. “Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley

1.“Opalite” – Taylor Swift

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CMA Fest 2026 will expand at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium with stadium shows featuring Tim McGraw, Keith Urban, Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, and Jason Aldean, plus rising acts like Ella Langley, Zach Top, and Cody Johnson as the June 4 to 7 festival spreads across stages citywide.

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The Rolling Stones say they did not authorize the use of “Gimme Shelter” in a Melania Trump documentary, disputing a producer’s claim that Mick Jagger approved it.

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Wu-Tang Clan affiliate Oliver “Power” Grant, a key early business figure for the group, has died at 52.

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Dolly Parton is being honored with a Tennessee children’s hospital renamed after her, recognizing decades of philanthropy supporting pediatric care and education initiatives.

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New Releases

The Romantic, Bruno Mars, new album out now.

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“Nightingale Lane,” RAYE, new single.

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“Made It On Our Own,” Yeat and EsDeeKid, new collab.

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“Dear Worry,” Common People, new track.

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“Go,” BLACKPINK, new single.

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Metallica announced an eight-show Las Vegas Sphere residency, Life Burns Faster, running across four October “No Repeat Weekend” pairs with different setlists each night.

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Domenick Chavez, the driver in the 2023 crash that killed The Chicks co-founder Laura Lynch, pleaded guilty to manslaughter in a plea deal and was sentenced to 15 years in prison.

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Singer d4vd has been named as a target of a Los Angeles County grand jury investigation connected to the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, with no charges filed as the process continues.

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Harry Styles will host and be the musical guest on the March 14 episode of Saturday Night Live, his second time doing double duty on the show.

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Megan Thee Stallion will make her Broadway debut in Moulin Rouge! The Musical for an eight-week run from March 24 through May 17 at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.

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Gnarls Barkley announced their final album, Atlanta, and shared a new song, their first major release together in 18 years.

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Billboard Japan Hot 100: M!LK hit No. 1 with “Bakuretsu Aishiteru,” Naniwa Danshi is No. 2 with “HARD WORK.,” and RIIZE is No. 3 with “All of You.”

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Salt-N-Pepa and DJ Spinderella will be inducted into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame, recognizing their hip-hop legacy. Hosted by Deon Cole, the ceremony will also honor Colman Domingo (President’s Award) and Viola Davis (Chairman’s Award).

Dr. Najja Baptist’s new book, “In the Spirit, In the Dark: Black Music and Political Activism,” examines how blues, jazz, and hip hop powered Black political movements. Baptist, director of African and African American studies at the University of Arkansas, launches the book Saturday in Springdale.

Alan Jackson will play his final live show June 27, 2026, at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium, ending a 40-year touring career to focus on health and family.

Google has acquired AI music startup ProducerAI, evolved from Riffusion, to expand its Google Labs tools. Powered by Google’s Lyria 3 model, the platform lets users create and refine music with detailed control.

Iron Maiden’s documentary “Burning Ambition,” directed by Malcolm Venville, hits cinemas May 7. The film features interviews with the band and contributors including Javier Bardem, Lars Ulrich, and Chuck D.

Luke Combs and Ella Langley debut in the top three of Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. “Be By You” opens at No. 2 with 13.6M streams; “Be Her” starts at No. 3 with 12.1M. Only 49 songs have premiered in the top three since 1958.

Dead Kennedys will not book future Punk In The Park dates after learning the promoter’s owner donated to Trump’s 2024 campaign, but will honor existing commitments.

U.K. Singles Chart Top 5:

5. “DTMF” – Bad Bunny

4. “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean

3. “Lush Life” – Zara Larsson

2. “So Easy (To Fall in Love)” – Olivia Dean

1.“Rein Me In” – Sam Fender & Olivia Dean

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BLACKPINK previewed their sci-fi “Go” video, arriving Feb. 27 with the DEADLINE mini-album, following “Jump.”

PinkPantheress becomes the first woman and youngest BRITs Producer of the Year winner, rising from DIY roots to redefine UK pop.

Gorillaz opened a Los Angeles pop-up shop with exclusive merch ahead of new album The Mountain, running through March 19.

Former Seattle Police Captain Neil Low alleges inconsistencies in the 1994 death of Kurt Cobain and urges reopening the case; the Seattle Police Department maintains it was a suicide.

Abbey Road Studios and Charles Jeffrey Loverboy released free Kontakt instrument The Big Nessie, inspired by John Cage and recorded in Studio Two.

Yungblud takes Bludfest 2026 to Czechia for its first international edition, adding camping and a lineup including Biffy Clyro and Primal Scream.

TINA – The Tina Turner Musical runs March 24–29 at Hershey Theatre, celebrating the life and hits of Tina Turner.

Billboard 200 Top 5:

1. Debí Tirar Más Fotos – Bad Bunny
2. The Fall-Off – J. Cole
3. Octane – Don Toliver
4. I’m The Problem – Morgan Wallen
5. The Art Of Loving – Olivia Dean

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Salsa legend Willie Colón has died at 75. The trombonist, arranger, and producer helped politicize and globalize salsa, collaborating with Héctor Lavoe, Celia Cruz, and Rubén Blades.

William Shatner is releasing an all-star metal album featuring 35 collaborators, with covers of Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, and Iron Maiden, plus new material.

Tobias Forge will step away after GHOST’s “Skeletour” to focus on family, film projects, and new creative pursuits. No plans announced beyond the tour.

Daft Punk shared a new video for “Human After All,” edited by Cedric Hervet using footage from their 2006 film Electroma.

Subtext acquired North American rights to the Gregg Allman documentary “Music of My Soul,” directed by James Keach. The film features rare footage and interviews; release set for summer.

Bad Bunny’s “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” returns to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a fifth nonconsecutive week. Brent Faiyaz debuts at No. 6 with “Icon.” Charli xcx enters at No. 8 with the “Wuthering Heights” soundtrack.

At the 2026 British Academy Film Awards, Ludwig Göransson won Best Original Music for “Sinners,” his second BAFTA in three years.

Top Singles:

5. “Nuevayol” – Bad Bunny

4. “Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley

3. “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean

2. “Baile Inolvidable” – Bad Bunny

1.“DTMF” – Bad Bunny

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Bad Bunny lands his first leading film role in historical epic Porto Rico, centered on Puerto Rico’s history and culture.

Summerfest 2026 runs June 18-20, 25-27, July 2-4 with headliners Post Malone and Garth Brooks, plus Ed Sheeran, Megan Moroney, Don Toliver, Muse, Jelly Roll, Carín León. $58 T-Mobile 9-day pass available through Feb. 25.

Dashboard Confessional guitarist Armon Jay exits after eight years. No replacement announced.

Feb. 26: Bruno Mars hosts “Romantic Radio With Bruno Mars: An iHeartRadio Album Preview,” debuting new LP tracks and reacting to fan love stories via iHeart Talkback. Streams on TikTok and iHeart stations.

Foo Fighters announce new album Your Favorite Toy and release the title track, their first LP since But Here We Are.

The Library of Congress teams with the North American tour of The Sound of Music for a traveling “Inside the Vault” exhibit featuring rare archival materials.

New Music Friday

• Lana Del Rey – “White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter”
• Hilary Duff – “Weather For Tennis”
• Foo Fighters – “Your Favorite Toy”
• Tainy, Rauw Alejandro, Jhayco – “Rosita”
• Yungblud – “Suburban Requiem”

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Sia has been named Australia’s top music export on Spotify for 2025, reflecting the continued worldwide strength of her catalog as both a performer and songwriter.

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Jacksonville rapper Lil Poppa has died at 25, with the cause and manner of death not announced publicly as tributes pour in from fans and fellow artists.

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Bourbon and Beyond 2026 will run Sept. 24-27 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville with headliners Foo Fighters, Chris Stapleton, Mumford and Sons, and Dave Matthews Band.

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U2 released the six-track Days of Ash EP on Ash Wednesday, alongside a rebooted Propaganda zine, with planned donations supporting Amnesty International, CPJ, and UNHCR.

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Amy Winehouse’s band will tour the UK for the 20th anniversary of Back to Black, performing the album’s songs live to celebrate her legacy.

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Backstreet Boys have added six more dates to their Las Vegas Sphere residency, with new shows on July 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, and 25.

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On the Billboard Japan Hot 100 dated Feb. 18, 2026, King Gnu’s “AIZO” is No. 1, Kenshi Yonezu’s “IRIS OUT” is No. 2, Hey! Say! JUMP’s “Hanikami” jumps from No. 58 to No. 3, and both M!LK and HANA place two songs each in the top 10.

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Bad Bunny teams with Spotify for Billions Club Live in Tokyo, his first-ever show in Asia/Japan, performing 28 songs with 1B+ streams.

Bruce Springsteen announces 2026 “Land of Hope and Dreams” North American tour with the E Street Band, 20 dates from March 31 (Minneapolis) to May 27 (D.C.). Tickets late February.

Raye apologizes after 65 fans were denied entry to her Paris show due to a Ticketmaster error. Refunds issued; she’s offering affected fans free tickets to a future show plus signed vinyl.

Johnny Blue Skies (alter ego of Sturgill Simpson) announces new album Mutiny After Midnight, credited to Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds.

Following Scott Borchetta’s exit, HYBE America relaunches Big Machine Label Group as Blue Highway Records, led by CEO Jake Basden.

Grace Jones will headline a major outdoor show at Crystal Palace Park in London, joined by Sophie Ellis-Bextor.

Pitbull plans a Guinness World Records attempt at BST Hyde Park July 10—aiming for the largest gathering in bald caps. Kesha guests.

Billboard Hot 100 Top 5

5. “Nuavayol” – Bad Bunny

4. “Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley

3. “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean

2. “Baile Inolvidable” – Bad Bunny

1. “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” – Bad Bunny (first solo No. 1)

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Dave Mustaine’s memoir In My Darkest Hour arrives September 2027, detailing his 2019 throat cancer battle, recovery, family, and faith.

Angela Gossow denied rumors she’s rejoining Arch Enemy after teaser clips surfaced, confirming she remains the band’s manager, not vocalist.

J. Cole’s The Fall-Off debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 280K units, his seventh straight chart-topper and biggest hip-hop week since March 2025. Despite calling it his final album, It’s a Boy is still coming.

Dwight Yoakam’s Lubbock show was delayed after a mechanical failure caused an aborted takeoff. He apologized for the confusion and poor communication.

Austrian prosecutors charged a 21-year-old man with terrorism over an alleged ISIS-inspired plot targeting Taylor Swift’s August 2024 Vienna concerts. Authorities, aided by U.S. intelligence, thwarted the plan; the shows were canceled.

Taylor Swift narrates a new NBC Olympics promo spotlighting Team USA figure skaters Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn, and Isabeau Levito, soundtracked by her song “Opalite.”

Grammy-winning songwriter Billy Steinberg, co-writer of “Like a Virgin,” “True Colors,” “So Emotional,” and “Alone,” has died at 75 from cancer. Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2011.

Extreme metal drummer Nick Barker is writing his autobiography, currently covering his Cradle of Filth years. He’s also awaiting a kidney transplant amid stage five kidney disease. Short link:

The Ballad of Judas Priest premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival. Co-directed by Sam Dunn and Tom Morello, the doc explores the band’s legacy and political themes; Rob Halford reflects on channeling global injustices into lyrics.

Billboard Top 5 Albums:

5. Piss in the Wind – Joji

4. OCTANE – Don Toliver

3. Golden Hour Part 4 – ATEEZ

2. DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS – Bad Bunny

1. The Fall-Off – J. Cole
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New York City has co-named West 8th Street as “Jimi Hendrix Way” to honor the late guitar legend and launch a national music education initiative inspired by his legacy.

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BTS will launch their ARIRANG World Tour with live cinema broadcasts from Goyang on April 11 and Tokyo on April 18 in more than 75 countries, alongside official livestreams of the Goyang dates via Weverse Concerts.

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Tame Impala announced a 2026 North American arena tour running April 30 through June 14, marking Kevin Parker’s first full-band arena trek in years with support from Djo and Dominic Fike on select dates.

NME

Rep. Andy Ogles and other Republican lawmakers have called for an investigation into Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX halftime show, questioning whether broadcast standards were violated.

Digital Music News

Scott Borchetta has exited his role as CEO of HYBE America after less than a year, amid broader restructuring of the company’s U.S. operations.

Music Business Worldwide

Jennifer Hudson will return to Broadway as a producer of a revival of Dreamgirls, aiming to reimagine the classic musical for a new generation.

Variety

New Releases

Charli XCX - “Always Everywhere”

Apple Music

MUNA - “Dancing on the Wall”

Apple Music

Luke Combs - “Be By You”

Apple Music

Central Cee - “Iceman Freestyle”

Apple Music

IVE - “Bang Bang”

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Hilary Duff announced her 2026–2027 Lucky Me Tour in support of her new album Luck… or Something, marking her first major headlining run in over a decade, beginning June 22.

Billboard

Miguel kicked off his 41-date CAOS Tour in Atlanta with a high-energy opening show blending hits, deep cuts, and new material across North America and Europe.

Music-News

Adam Sandler will receive the ASCAP Founders Award at the 2026 ASCAP Experience on February 12 in Los Angeles, honoring nearly 450 registered works spanning comedy, film, and music.

Billboard

Jack Harlow announced his upcoming album Monica, inspired by his move to New York City, with more personal songwriting and additional details still to come.

Music-News

Andrew Ranken, drummer and co-founding member of The Pogues, has died at 72, leaving behind a legacy that helped define the band’s Celtic punk sound.

Music-News

ASCAP paid a record $1.75 billion in royalties to songwriters and publishers in 2025, the largest annual distribution in the organization’s history.

Variety

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Spotify’s revenue rose 13% to $5.3 billion in Q4 with 290 million paid subscribers and a record 751 million monthly active users, putting it well ahead of Apple Music’s estimated 100 million subscribers and YouTube Music’s share of YouTube’s 100 million Premium subscribers.

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Demi Lovato canceled five dates on her It’s Not That Deep tour to protect her health, with Orlando now set as the April 13 kickoff while Charlotte, Nashville, Atlanta, Las Vegas, and Denver shows have been scrapped.

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Britney Spears has sold the rights to her entire music catalog to Primary Wave in a deal reportedly valued in the low nine figures, transferring long-term licensing and administration responsibilities to the publisher.

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Italian ski racer and metal frontman Dominik Paris won bronze in men’s downhill at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, marking his first Olympic medal while continuing to lead his band Rise of Voltage.

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Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show triggered a massive streaming spike, with Spotify streams up 470% in the U.S. and 210% globally. Guests Ricky Martin and Lady Gaga also saw boosts, including a 145% jump for Martin.

The Ex-Faces, featuring former Mushroomhead members, expanded to seven with bassist Jack “Pig Benis” Kilcoyne, bringing both Kilcoyne brothers into the lineup and creating a near-complete classic-era reunion. Founder Jeff Hatrix says he will not join the project.

Chappell Roan has exited Wasserman Agency after reports linking founder Casey Wasserman to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Roan cited accountability and personal standards, following similar criticism from other artists.

Jonny Greenwood and director Paul Thomas Anderson are seeking removal of Greenwood’s Phantom Thread track “Barbara Rose” from a Melania documentary, saying Universal used the music without consent and breached his composer agreement.

Legendary metal label Combat Records will relaunch in 2026 under new owners Robert Dujmusic and Alex Stojak, focusing on new releases from established acts and emerging underground bands.

Rick Wakeman and Griff Rhys Jones debut a new weekly podcast, The Sound Of The Seventy Year Olds, on February 27, reflecting on life, culture, and events from the 1960s to today.

Top Albums (Billboard 200):

5. The Life Of A Showgirl – Taylor Swift

4. The Art Of Loving – Olivia Dean

3. I’m The Problem – Morgan Wallen

2. Debi Tirar Mas Fotos – Bad Bunny

1.Octane – Don Toliver

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Brad Arnold, founding vocalist of 3 Doors Down and co-writer of their breakout hit “Kryptonite,” has died at 47 after a battle with cancer. He continued performing with the band until his health declined.

Greg Brown, founding guitarist of Cake and co-writer of “The Distance,” has died following a brief illness. Brown helped shape the band’s early sound on their first two albums before leaving in 1997.

A lost 1980 rehearsal tape featuring Ozzy Osbourne, Randy Rhoads, and Bob Daisley has surfaced, capturing a 12-minute blues-rock jam recorded before Blizzard of Ozz. The tape offers a rare glimpse into their early chemistry.

Bad Bunny became the first Latin artist to headline a Super Bowl halftime show primarily in Spanish, celebrating Puerto Rican culture with a high-energy set and guest appearances by Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin.

Slash confirmed the new SLASH FEATURING MYLES KENNEDY & THE CONSPIRATORS album is finished and targeting a January 2027 release, followed by a full world tour after Guns N’ Roses commitments.

Slipknot will release Look Outside Your Window, a collection of unreleased and experimental tracks from the All Hope Is Gone sessions, on vinyl for Record Store Day April 18.

Steven Wilson launched Headphone Dust, a new immersive audio platform offering high-resolution, 5.1, and Atmos editions of his work, including a new Atmos mix of The Raven That Refused to Sing.

Role Model surprised fans by bringing out members of The Wiggles during his Laneway Festival Sydney set, part of his rotating live collaborations for the song “Sally.”

Hot Singles (Billboard Hot 100):

5. “The Fate of Ophelia” – Taylor Swift

4. “Golden” – HUNTR/X

3. “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean

2. “Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley

1.“Aperture” – Harry Styles

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• Bad Bunny Podcast Deal – Bad Bunny has signed a multiyear partnership with iHeartMedia and Rimas Sports to launch his first podcast series, featuring conversations about music, culture, sports, and personal stories, expanding his reach beyond music.

• Kid ’n Play Health Update – Christopher “Kid” Reid has undergone a successful heart transplant following a public battle with heart disease. His family says he’s recovering well and grateful for the support from fans and his medical team.

• Twisted Sister Tour Canceled – Twisted Sister has canceled all 2026 50th-anniversary reunion tour dates after Dee Snider stepped away due to serious health issues, including degenerative arthritis and heart complications.

• BLACKPINK Tracklist – BLACKPINK has revealed the five-song tracklist for their mini-album Deadline, including last year’s “JUMP.” The release arrives February 27 and marks their first Korean project since Born Pink in 2022.

• Zayn 2026 Tour – Zayn announced the 2026 Konnakol Tour supporting his new album Konnakol, kicking off April 23 in Toronto with dates across North America and Europe, his first full tour in several years.

• New Music Friday Picks

Zayn – “Die For Me”

Tame Impala & Jennie – “Dracula (JENNIE Remix)”

EJAE – “Time After Time”

Sombr – “Homewrecker”

Ella Mai – “Might Just”

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• Lil Jon’s 27-year-old son, Nathan Smith (DJ Young Slade), has been reported missing in Milton, Georgia after leaving home on foot Feb. 3 without a phone. Police say he may be disoriented as the search continues.

• Noel Gallagher has been named Songwriter of the Year ahead of the 2026 BRIT Awards, which will be held at Manchester’s Co-op Live, marking the ceremony’s return to the city.

• The 68th Annual Grammy Awards averaged 14.4 million viewers on CBS, down about 6 percent year over year, but still ranked as one of the season’s most-watched awards shows.

• American Idol will stream live on Disney+ for the first time starting March 30 with Season 24’s live shows, while continuing to air on ABC. An official American Idol podcast also launches alongside the season.

• Mexico’s consumer watchdog Profeco plans to fine Ticketmaster more than 5 million pesos over complaints tied to BTS’s Arirang Mexico City ticket sales, while also pressuring resale platforms to comply with local law.

• Billboard Japan Hot 100 Top 3:

No. 3 Hinatazaka46 “Cliffhanger”

No. 2 Mrs. GREEN APPLE “lulu.”

No. 1 Number_i “3XL”

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• Paul Simon Tour Returns – Paul Simon brings his A Quiet Celebration tour back to North America, featuring songs from Seven Psalms and career-spanning classics.

• Jive Records Relaunch – RCA revives Jive Records as a standalone label, naming former UnitedMasters execs Mike Weiss and David Melhado as co-presidents.

• Fred Armisen CNN Series – Fred Armisen hosts a new CNN series exploring Universal Music Group’s archives, spotlighting rare recordings from artists like Nirvana and Guns N’ Roses.

• Music Millennium for Sale – Portland’s Music Millennium, the Pacific Northwest’s oldest record store, is seeking a new owner as longtime steward Terry Currier looks to pass the torch.

• Tate McRae Olympic Campaign – Tate McRae fronts NBCUniversal’s “Legendary February” promo for the 2026 Winter Olympics and Super Bowl LX, filmed in the Italian Alps.

• Shkreli Sues RZA – Martin Shkreli claims RZA sold rights to Once Upon a Time in Shaolin twice. PleasrDAO counters that Shkreli forfeited any rights during his prosecution.

• Snoop Dogg at the Olympics – Snoop Dogg kicks off the Milano Cortina Winter Games as Team USA’s honorary coach, ghost-riding a Zamboni and filming cultural segments across Italy.

Hot Rock 100 – Billboard

5. “Purple Rain” – Prince

4. “Nice To Meet You” – Myles Smith

3. “Plastic Cigarette” – Zach Bryan

2. “End of Beginning” – Djo

1. “Back to Friends” – sombr

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• BTS will reunite for a live comeback special, BTS The Comeback Live | Arirang, and a documentary, BTS: The Return, both premiering on Netflix in March. The live event marks the first global livestream from Korea celebrating their fifth studio album, while the Bao Nguyen–directed film traces the group’s rise and reunion.

• Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show announcement drew criticism from right-wing commentators and President Trump. Turning Point USA responded by announcing a counterprogram featuring Jason Aldean, Jason Barrett, Kane Brown, and Kid Rock.

• Kelly Clarkson announced The Kelly Clarkson Show will end after its current season to prioritize time with her children. Since its 2019 debut, the show earned 24 Daytime Emmys and averages about 1.2 million same-day viewers.

• Josie Scott of Australian metal band The Mark of Cain came out as a trans woman, saying younger trans people inspired her to live authentically. She confirmed her transition will not affect the band’s music or performances.

• Minneapolis’ Orpheum Theatre revealed its 2026–27 musical lineup, running October through July, including The Sound of Music, Hadestown, Hell’s Kitchen, Operation Mincemeat, The Outsiders, and Maybe Happy Ending.

• Chuck Negron, founding member and lead singer of Three Dog Night, died at 83. Known for “Joy to the World” and “One,” he later became an advocate for addiction recovery and hepatitis awareness.

• Netflix’s The Rise of the Red Hot Chili Peppers premieres March 20, focusing on the band’s early years and original guitarist Hillel Slovak. The film centers on Slovak’s legacy rather than a full band history.

• President Trump announced a planned two-year closure of the Kennedy Center for major reconstruction, sparking backlash and legal questions from critics over funding, authority, and transparency.

• KISS’s “I Was Made for Lovin’ You” music video surpassed one billion YouTube views. Released in 1979, the disco-leaning hit remains one of the band’s most successful and debated songs.

• Billboard 200 Top 5 Albums:

5. Don’t Be Dumb – A$AP Rocky

4. With Heaven on Top – Zach Bryan

3. The Art of Loving – Olivia Dean

2. I’m the Problem – Morgan Wallen

1.Megadeth – Megadeth

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• Courtney Love’s documentary Antiheroine premiered at Sundance without Love in attendance. Told in her own words, the film spans her career, marriage to Kurt Cobain, move to London, and return to music.

• Whispering Jack: The John Farnham Musical, starring Michael Paynter, opens in Sydney on Nov. 15, 2026, focusing on the creation and legacy of Farnham’s landmark album Whispering Jack.

• K-pop made Grammy history as “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters, performed by HUNTR/X, won Best Song Written for Visual Media. The track also earned multiple major nomination

• The Cure won their first Grammys after 50 years, taking Best Alternative Music Performance for “Alone” and Best Alternative Music Album for Songs of a Lost World. The band missed the ceremony due to a funeral for Perry Bamonte.

• 2026 Grammy highlights: Album of the Year (Bad Bunny), Record of the Year (Kendrick Lamar feat. SZA), Song of the Year (Billie Eilish), Best New Artist (Olivia Dean). Lady Gaga won Best Pop Vocal Album and Best Dance Pop Recording.

• KnuckleBonz announced a limited-edition Paul Di’Anno Rock Iconz figure honoring the late Iron Maiden vocalist, available now for pre-sale.

• Billboard Hot 100 Top 5:

No. 1 “I Just Might” – Bruno Mars

No. 2 “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean

No. 3 “The Fate of Ophelia” – Taylor Swift

No. 4 “Golden” – HUNTR/X

No. 5 “Ordinary” – Alex Warren

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Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour has become the highest-grossing Hispanic tour of all time, earning $421.6 million from more than 3.3 million tickets sold across 86 shows, surpassing Luis Miguel’s previous record and earning Shakira a Guinness World Record for the most successful tour by a Latin artist.

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Harry Styles will debut new music live at the BRIT Awards on February 28 at Manchester’s Co-op Live, performing songs from his forthcoming fourth album Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally., marking his first BRITs appearance in three years and the first televised performance of his new era.

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Mötley Crüe has won arbitration in its legal dispute with former guitarist Mick Mars, with the arbitrator rejecting all claims, upholding the band’s actions, and ordering Mars to repay more than $750,000 in unrecouped tour advances.

variety.com

Sony Pictures has released first-look images from Sam Mendes’ four-film Beatles biopic project The Beatles – A Four-Film Cinematic Event, revealing Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney, Harris Dickinson as John Lennon, Joseph Quinn as George Harrison, and Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr, with all four films slated for release in April 2028.

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New Releases

Streets of Minneapolis – Bruce Springsteen

Apple Music

The Great Divide – Noah Kahan

Apple Music

Body – Don Toliver

Apple Music

Starlight – Cannons

Apple Music

1+1 – Maluma & Kany García

Apple Music

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Billboard

Grammy-nominated singer Teddy Swims will headline the 2026 Super Bowl LX Tailgate Concert on February 8 outside Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, with the performance livestreamed on Peacock and broadcast on iHeartRadio, while Bay Area rapper LaRussell opens and serves as the in-stadium house band.

Billboard

Lady Gaga appears in a new Super Bowl commercial for Redfin and Rocket Mortgage, performing a heartfelt cover of “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?”, the theme from Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, in a campaign centered on kindness and human connection.

Pitchfork

Harry Styles has expanded his 2026 Together, Together tour with a record-breaking 12-night residency at Wembley Stadium, surpassing Coldplay’s 10-show record and Taylor Swift’s eight-show solo-artist mark at the iconic venue.

Billboard

Paul McCartney’s documentary Man on the Run, which focuses on his post-Beatles career and the formation of Wings, will receive a one-night-only theatrical release worldwide on February 19 ahead of its Prime Video streaming debut on February 27.

NME

Justin Bieber will perform at the 2026 Grammy Awards on February 1, marking his first major live television appearance in more than four years, as he enters the night with four nominations including Album of the Year for SWAG.

Variety

J. Cole has surprise-released a five-track EP titled Birthday Blizzard ’26, hosted by DJ Clue and available on a pay-what-you-want basis, serving as a prelude to his upcoming album The Fall-Off, due February 6.

Pitchfork

Worldwide Billboard chart leaders:

Japan: “Lulu” by Mrs. Green Apple

Apple Music

UK: “Raindance” by Dave & Tems

Apple Music

Italy: “2 Giorni Di Fila” by Geolier feat. Sfera Ebbasta & Anna

Apple Music

Taiwan: “Sun & Earth” by Crowd Lu

Apple Music

Colombia: “LA VILLA” by Ryan Castro, Kapo & Gangsta

Apple Music

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BMG founder Hartwig Masuch has joined Swedish startup Hyph, a remix-focused music platform launched in 2025 that offers a free sound catalogue with optional commercial release subscriptions.

musically.com

Jeff Buckley’s “Lover, You Should’ve Come Over” has entered the Billboard Hot 100 at number 97 nearly 30 years after his death, driven by renewed popularity on TikTok.

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Philip Glass has withdrawn his Symphony No. 15, Lincoln, from the Kennedy Center, citing a conflict between the work’s message and the institution’s current direction under Trump-approved leadership.

musicradar.com

Benson Boone will make his Super Bowl commercial debut in an Instacart ad alongside Ben Stiller, and says he is excited for Bad Bunny’s halftime show to reach a new audience.

billboard.com

Spotify paid $11 billion in royalties in 2025, bringing total payouts to $70 billion, with half of last year’s payments going to independent artists and labels.

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Wilco announced their 2026 tour, An Evening With Wilco, beginning in April with U.S. and European dates, with presales starting today and general sales on Friday.

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Billboard Hot Alternative Songs Chart

5. Punk Rocky - A$AP Rocky

4. 12 to 12 - Sombr

3. Nice to Meet You - Myles Smith

2. End of Beginning - Djo

1. Back to Friends - Sombr

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Harry Styles will donate £1 from every ticket sold on his 2026 UK stadium tour to help support struggling grassroots music venues, a move welcomed by the Music Venue Trust.

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Neil Young is offering a year of free access to his music catalog for residents of Greenland, saying he hopes it helps ease stress caused by President Trump’s interest in the territory, while reiterating that his music will not return to Amazon as long as Jeff Bezos owns it.

techradar.com

Zac Brown won a legal battle against ex-wife Kelly Yazdi, who was ordered to return 170 confidential business emails and files she took after being fired, with Brown’s attorneys arguing she breached her employment contract.

pennlive.com

Sly Dunbar, the legendary drummer and producer who formed one of music’s most influential rhythm sections with Robbie Shakespeare, has died at the age of 73.

musicradar.com

Zach Nahome, executive producer of Olivia Dean’s The Art of Loving, has signed a publishing deal with Universal Music Publishing Group and NWS Music Group.

billboard.com

Hoodoo Gurus condemned the use of their music at a One Nation rally, distancing themselves from the far-right party and urging it to stop using their songs.

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Phil Collins said in a new BBC interview that he hopes to make music again despite ongoing health struggles, noting that he has both unfinished and completed material.

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It’s Tuesday, and here’s a look at the Billboard 200 Album Chart this week:

5. With Heaven on Top – Zach Bryan

4. I’m the Problem – Morgan Wallen

3. Debí Tirar Más Fotos – Bad Bunny

2. The Sin: Vanish – ENHYPEN

1. Don’t Be Dumb – A$AP Rocky

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Universal Music Group’s 1824 has launched Universal Music Live, a new Twitch livestreaming channel designed to amplify music events and help artists build a presence on the platform, debuting February 1 from the UMG GRAMMY Afterparty red carpet.

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YouTube Music now syncs the Now Playing queue across Android, iOS, and web, letting users seamlessly continue listening across devices.

routenote.com

Loudwire has ranked the 25 best prog rock albums of the 2000s, with the top three including two Spock’s Beard albums, V and Snow, and Gazpacho’s Night.

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Chad Hugo is suing Pharrell Williams over unpaid royalties from the 2017 N.E.R.D. album No One Ever Really Dies, alleging withheld financial documents and up to $1 million owed, following an earlier trademark dispute in 2024.

musicradar.com

Spotify has launched Directed By, a new documentary-style series about the making of music videos, debuting with an episode featuring Maisie Peters and director James Ogram.

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Slipknot has dismissed its lawsuit against the anonymous owner of Slipknot.com, a bootleg merchandise site, with the case dropped without prejudice, allowing it to be refiled in the future.

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And since it’s Monday, here’s a look at today’s Billboard Hot 100 top five:

1. Ordinary – Alex Warren
2. Man I Need – Olivia Dean
3. Golden – Huntrix
4. The Fate of Ophelia – Taylor Swift
5. I Just Might – Bruno Mars

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Raye will release her second album, This Music May Contain Hope, on March 27, a four-season concept record following her UK No. 1 single “Where Is My Husband!” surpassing 600 million streams.

musicweek.com

Pharrell Williams debuted unreleased music during a Louis Vuitton men’s runway show at Paris Fashion Week, using new tracks and collaborations as atmosphere pieces with no announced release plans.

talk995.com

Bruno Mars’ virtual concert inside the Roblox game Steal A Brainrot drew 12.8 million concurrent players, setting a platform record, and generated 53 million social media views.

musically.com

Victoria Beckham’s 2001 solo track “Not Such An Innocent Girl” hit number one on the UK digital charts after a viral fan campaign tied to online jokes and a family-related social media moment.

newsweek.com

Scorpions bassist Francis Buchholz has died at 71 following a private battle with cancer, with the band honoring his contributions to albums including Fly to the Rainbow and Crazy World.

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New Releases

Boycott Heaven – The Format – Nate Ruess reunites with his pre-fun bandmates for a new album.

World Gone Wrong – Lucinda Williams – A return to her blues-rooted sound for a turbulent moment.

ElectroSoul – DJ Harrison – A genre-blending release featuring Yazmin Lacey, Yaya Bey, and Fly Anakin.

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The 2026 Academy Award nominees for Best Original Score include Jerskin Fendrix for Bugonia, Alexandre Desplat for Frankenstein, Max Richter for Hamnet, Jonny Greenwood for One Battle After Another, and Ludwig Göransson for Sinners.

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The Best Original Song nominees include tracks from Diane Warren: Relentless, KPop Demon Hunters, Sinners, Viva Verdi!, and Train Dreams, with winners to be announced March 15 at the 98th Academy Awards.

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A new Rolling Stone report details how urgent-care executive Mike Smith allegedly used bot accounts to generate fake streams of his own music, earning more than $10 million in royalties in what prosecutors say is the first U.S. criminal case tied to streaming fraud.

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A study published in Nature Communications suggests genetics may play a major role in musical passion, finding that about 54 percent of variability in how much people enjoy music can be linked to DNA.

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Nearly 800 artists including Cyndi Lauper, Bonnie Raitt, LeAnn Rimes, R.E.M., and OneRepublic signed an open letter titled “Stealing Isn’t Innovation,” criticizing AI companies for training on copyrighted work without permission.

musicbusinessworldwide.com

Def Leppard released a new song called “Rejoice” ahead of their upcoming Las Vegas residency, describing it as a hard rock anthem built around a tribal drum loop.

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And finally, actor Ashton Kutcher says he’s writing a country music album despite admitting he’s not a great singer, explaining that he’s doing it simply because it’s something he’s always wanted to do.

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And taking a look at Billboard’s Official UK Singles Chart today:

So Easy to Fall In Love – Olivia Dean

Where Is My Husband – RAYE

The Fate of Ophelia – Taylor Swift

Raindance – Dave & Tems

End of Beginning – Djo

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A$AP Rocky has announced the 2026 Don’t Be Dumb World Tour, supporting his first album in eight years. The 42-date run starts May 27 in Chicago and spans North America, the UK, and Europe. Tickets go on sale Jan. 27.

Sabrina Carpenter and all eight Best New Artist nominees — Addison Rae, Alex Warren, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, SOMBR, and The Marías — will perform at the 68th Grammy Awards on Feb. 1 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

Taylor Swift has been inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at age 36, making her the youngest woman ever to receive the honor. While a record for female inductees, she joins a small group of songwriters inducted at 42 or younger.

Rob Hirst, drummer, songwriter, and founding member of Midnight Oil, has died at 70 after a nearly three-year battle with pancreatic cancer. He was a key creative force behind songs like “Beds Are Burning” and “Blue Sky Mine.”

Kim Petras has publicly criticized Republic Records, claiming months of no support, no release date for her finished album Detour, and unpaid collaborators. She says she’s asked to be dropped so she can release the album independently.

Bruno Mars’s “I Just Might” has debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, his tenth career chart-topper and his first to enter directly at the top. The milestone adds momentum to his upcoming album The Romantic.

With Mars, 87 songs have debuted at No. 1 on the Hot 100. The first was Michael Jackson’s “You Are Not Alone,” followed by hits like Mariah Carey’s “Fantasy,” Baauer’s “Harlem Shake,” Taylor Swift’s “Cardigan,” and BTS’s “Dynamite.” Drake holds the record with nine No. 1 debuts, starting with “God’s Plan” in 2018.

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Scottish singer-songwriter Jacob Alon wins the 2026 BRIT Awards Critics’ Choice. His debut album In Limerence, also shortlisted for the 2025 Mercury Prize, helped him beat nominees Rose Gray and Sienna Spiro, marking him as a major emerging artist for 2026.

Sphere Entertainment plans a second U.S. venue at National Harbor near Washington, D.C. The proposed 6,000-seat “mini-Sphere” will feature the same immersive tech as Las Vegas, including a 16K x 16K LED screen, spatial audio, haptics, and 4D effects.

Morrissey has canceled his St. Petersburg, Florida show at the Mahaffey Theater, his fifth canceled date of 2026. The concert had already been rescheduled from 2025 before being scrapped again.

Peso Pluma announces his 2026 Dinastía Tour, launching in March with dates across the U.S., Latin America, and Europe, including Los Angeles, Miami, Mexico City, Bogotá, Madrid, and Amsterdam.

Tori Amos reveals her 18th studio album, In Times of Dragons, arriving spring 2026. Described as a metaphorical exploration of democracy and resilience, it will be supported by her largest UK and European tour in a decade.

Sinatra The Musical will premiere in London’s West End this summer. Previews begin June 3, with an official opening June 24 at the Aldwych Theatre, featuring over 20 Frank Sinatra classics.

Flight of the Conchords reunite for their first live show in eight years at the 2026 Netflix Is a Joke Festival. Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement perform May 9 at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles; tickets go on sale January 23.

Top Billboard Albums This Week:

5. KPop Demon Hunters Soundtrack

4. Taylor Swift – The Life of a Showgirl

3. Olivia Dean – The Art of Loving

2. Morgan Wallen – I’m the Problem

1.Zach Bryan – With Heaven on Top

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ENHYPEN’s mini concept album THE SIN: VANISH won Billboard’s fan poll with 68% of the vote. The release leans heavily into vampire mythology and is described as the group’s most narrative-driven project yet.

Zach Bryan debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with With Heaven on Top, earning 134,000 equivalent units, driven largely by streaming and a deluxe reissue. The Kid LAROI entered the top 10 at No. 6 with Before I Forget.

Dolly Parton Day was proclaimed in Tennessee on Jan. 19, 2026, honoring Parton’s 80th birthday, six-decade career, and philanthropy. She marked the occasion with a new version of “Light of a Clear Blue Morning,” benefiting pediatric cancer research.

Mudvayne re-uploaded singles “Hurt People Hurt People” and “Sticks and Stones” after remixing them with Dave Fortman, replacing mixes they were unhappy with. Fans have responded positively.

Opeth frontman Mikael Åkerfeldt launched the label Moderbolaget primarily to avoid the Nuclear Blast logo on Opeth releases. While it could sign other artists, he has no current plans to expand the roster.

Poison canceled their 2026 tour after Bret Michaels reportedly demanded significantly higher pay than his bandmates. Drummer Rikki Rockett says the door remains open for a 41st anniversary tour in 2027.

Billboard Hot 100 Top 5

5. Ella Langley – Choosin’ Texas

4. Olivia Dean – Man I Need

3. HUNTR/X – Golden

2. Alex Warren – Ordinary

1.Taylor Swift – The Fate Of Ophelia

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Bad Bunny and Apple Music released the official trailer for his Super Bowl LX Halftime Show on February 8 at Levi’s Stadium, teasing a high-energy performance centered on global dance and unity.

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Robbie Williams has surprise-released his new album Britpop three weeks early, drawing inspiration from 1990s Britpop and marking his first full studio album of original non-holiday material in years.

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Hilary Duff released her new single and video “Roommates,” a synth-pop reflection on long-term relationships losing their spark and the second preview from her upcoming album Luck… or Something.

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The first-ever Eurovision Live Tour has been announced for 2026, bringing performances from Eurovision artists to venues across Europe and the UK, including a major show in London.

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Bruno Mars broke the Live Nation and Ticketmaster records for single-day ticket sales, moving 2.1 million tickets worldwide for The Romantic Tour, his first major stadium run in nearly a decade.

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New Releases

Air Force (Black Demarco) – A$AP Rocky

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Wall of Sound – Charli XCX

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100 – Ella Mai

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Knife – ENHYPEN

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BTS announced their new full-length album ARIRANG, arriving March 20, 2026, with a title referencing the traditional Korean folk song symbolizing longing, separation, and resilience.

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BLACKPINK revealed their third mini-album Deadline, set for release on February 27, marking their first major group project in more than three years.

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Harry Styles is fueling speculation about a musical comeback after fans discovered a cryptic website featuring a voice memo teasing a new era following his 2022 album Harry’s House.

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Paul McCartney shared the trailer and release date for Man on the Run, a documentary exploring his post-Beatles reinvention and the formation of Wings, debuting on Prime Video February 27, 2026.

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Flea announced his debut solo album HONORA, featuring collaborators Nick Cave and Thom Yorke, along with an intimate solo tour across North America, the UK, and Europe.

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J. Cole confirmed his seventh studio album The Fall-Off will be released February 6, 2026, marking his first full-length album since 2021’s The Off-Season.

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Bruno Mars added more than 30 dates to his 2026 The Romantic Tour, expanding the global stadium run due to overwhelming demand across North America and Europe.

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Spotify Global Chart Highlights

Top Song Global & US - Djo - “End of the Beginning”

Top Song UK & Australia - Olivia Dean - “Man I Need”

Top Song Japan - Kenshi Yonezu - “Iris Out”

Top Song Mexico - Peso Pluma & Tito Double P - “dopamina”

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BTS announced a massive 2026–2027 world tour with 79 shows across 34 markets. The run begins in South Korea and spans North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific, featuring a 360-degree stage. The tour is projected to generate over $1 billion.

Dolly Parton is the subject of a new biography, Ain’t Nobody’s Fool by Martha Ackmann. Released December 30, the book traces Parton’s rise from poverty to global icon, spotlighting both her music and business legacy.

John Forté, Grammy-nominated musician and Fugees collaborator, has died at 50. He was found in his Massachusetts home; the cause of death is under investigation. Forté contributed to The Score and released several solo albums, including Poly Sci.

Kelly Clarkson covered “What It Sounds Like” from the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack on The Kelly Clarkson Show. The song, originally performed by EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI, is a fan favorite from the Netflix animated film.

Fender has rebranded PreSonus Studio One Pro as Fender Studio Pro, integrating it into a unified recording ecosystem. Fender Studio Pro 8 includes Mustang Native Guitar and Rumble Native Bass plug-ins, blending Fender tone with PreSonus performance.

Trevor Noah will host the Grammy Awards for the sixth and final time on February 1. The show airs live on CBS and streams on Paramount+. Kendrick Lamar leads this year’s nominations with nine.

Apple unveiled new Logic Pro updates for Mac and iPad, adding AI-powered tools like Synth Player and Chord ID. The features roll out as part of the new Creator Studio bundle, priced at $12.99/month or $129/year.

A biopic about Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne is in development at Sony. Written by Lee Hall, the film centers on their love story and will feature music from Black Sabbath and Ozzy’s solo catalog, aiming for a realistic portrayal of their lives.

Billboard Hot Dance/Electronic Top 5:

5. HAVEN feat. Kaitlin Aragon – “I Run”

4. KATO feat. Jon – “Turn the Lights Off”

3. Chris Grey, R3BEL & Kryd – “Let The World Burn”

2. Tame Impala – “Dracula”

1. Disco Lines & Tinashe – “No Broke Boys”

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• Louis Tomlinson praised BTS for repeatedly surpassing One Direction’s chart records, while noting that One Direction’s rejection of traditional boy-band formulas set them apart. His new album, How Did I Get Here?, arrives January 23.

• Taylor Swift’s “The Fate of Ophelia” logged a tenth week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming her first single to reach double-digit weeks on top. The song appears on The Life of a Showgirl.

• Blake Shelton scored his 31st country radio No. 1 with “Stay Country or Die Tryin’,” from For Recreational Use Only. The rural-pride anthem will feature in his upcoming Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace.

• Chris Stapleton’s version of “Tennessee Whiskey” became the first country song to earn double-diamond RIAA certification, surpassing 20 million units sold, fueled by his 2015 CMA performance with Justin Timberlake.

• NAMM 2026 runs January 20–24 in Anaheim, showcasing new music-tech launches and announcements from Roland, Korg, Akai, Native Instruments, Behringer, and more, with rumors pointing to new synths, software, and beat-making gear.

• Black Label Society will release Engines Of Demolition on March 27, featuring the Ozzy Osbourne tribute “Ozzy’s Song.” The 15-track album follows 2021’s Doom Crew Inc.

• Puscifer launched their first comic series, Tales From The Pusciverse, centered on the character Bellendia Black. Issue one, written by Maynard James Keenan, is available exclusively via Puscifer.com.

• Oasis fans can relive Live ’25 with new Funko Pop! figures of Liam and Noel Gallagher, priced at $29.99 and packaged in an Oasis-themed box, as Bond-theme rumors around Noel Gallagher continue to swirl.

• Billboard 200 Top 5 Albums:

5. Tate McRae – So Close To What

4. KPop Demon Hunters – Soundtrack

3. Olivia Dean – The Art Of Loving

2. Taylor Swift – The Life Of A Showgirl

1.Morgan Wallen – I’m The Problem

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• Morgan Wallen’s I’m the Problem returned to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a 13th week with 85K units. Olivia Dean’s The Art of Loving hit a new peak at No. 3 with 65K. Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl slipped to No. 2 after 12 weeks at No. 1

• Bob Weir, guitarist and co-founder of the Grateful Dead, has died at 78. A member since 1965, Weir helped define the band’s sound and co-wrote classics including “Truckin’,” “Sugar Magnolia,” and “Estimated Prophet.” Tributes poured in honoring his musicianship and generosity.

• Miranda Lambert will perform the pre-race concert at the 2026 Daytona 500, the 68th running of the event. She joins past performers including Brad Paisley, Luke Combs, Tim McGraw, Jon Bon Jovi, and Mariah Carey.

• Gunnar and Matthew Nelson detail their family’s entertainment legacy in the memoir What Happened To Your Hair?, addressing long-standing rumors, their upbringing, and the truth surrounding their father Ricky Nelson’s fatal plane crash.

• Jay Weinberg has exited Suicidal Tendencies after nearly two years to focus on personal projects and his growing family. He joined the band in March 2024 following his departure from Slipknot.

• Bella Mackenzie released the new single “Tombstone Desperado” featuring Jake Banfield. Inspired by the film Tombstone, the track highlights a tougher edge and will appear during Banfield’s Australian tour.

• Jack Osbourne says he, his wife, and daughters have all dreamed of Ozzy Osbourne since his 2025 death, describing Ozzy as laughing and telling them to stop crying.

• Billboard Hot 100 Top 5:

No. 1 “The Fate of Ophelia” – Taylor Swift

No. 2 “Golden” – HUNTR/X

No. 3 “Ordinary” – Alex Warren

No. 4 “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean

No. 5 “Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley.

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Bad Bunny faces a $16M lawsuit in Puerto Rico alleging a woman’s voice was used without consent in “EoO” and “Solo de mí.” The case could affect how recorded voices are cleared in music.

Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, and Alex Warren lead the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards nominations. The show airs live on FOX March 26.

Spotify confirmed ICE recruitment ads are no longer running, saying the campaign ended late last year after widespread backlash. The company says this was not a policy change.

Twenty One Pilots will release a global theatrical and IMAX concert film, More Than We Ever Imagined, documenting The Clancy World Tour with footage from Mexico City.

Fetty Wap was released from prison 11 months early due to time served and good-behavior credits, as he prepares to restart his career.

Salt-N-Pepa’s lawsuit against Universal Music Group was dismissed after a judge ruled the duo never owned the master recordings they sought to reclaim.

A fan-built site, MTV Rewind, recreates classic 24/7 MTV-style video channels with archived videos and no ads or algorithms.

New music this week:

Bruno Mars – “I Just Might”

A$AP Rocky – “Punk Rocky”

Zach Bryan – “Plastic Cigarette”

Robyn – “Talk to Me”

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Olivia Rodrigo marked five years of “drivers license” with a special cover by David Byrne, plus anniversary vinyl and related releases.

Yungblud says IDOLS: Part Two is arriving imminently. He calls it more cynical and grounded than Part One, again produced with Andrew Watt, opening with “I Need You to Make the World Seem Fine,” and leaning into a stripped-back band sound.

Foo Fighters guitarist Pat Smear will miss upcoming shows after breaking his shoulder in a home accident. He’s recovering and expected to rejoin once healed.

Spotify is rolling out new social features in in-app Messages: Listening Activity, showing what friends are streaming in real time, and Request to Jam, enabling synced listening and shared queues. Available now on iOS and Android where Spotify Messages is supported.

David Bowie would have turned 79 today. “Heroes” saw a nearly 500% streaming surge after appearing in the Stranger Things Season 5 finale end credits, released Jan 1, 2026.

Billboard Korea Hot 100 – This Week

5. Plave – “봉숭아 (Balsam)” apple.co/plave5

4. Hades – “Mega Piece Harmony” apple.co/hades4

3. Lim Young Woo – “A Moment Like Eternity” apple.co/lim3

2. Hwasa – “Good Goodbye” apple.co/hwasa2

1.Plave – “BBUU” apple.co/plave1

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Noel Gallagher says he’d like to write the next James Bond theme, insisting it should be by a Brit, and adds he’d be open to playing a villain in the franchise.

Taylor Swift’s “The Fate of Ophelia” rebounds to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. RAYE debuts at No. 13 with “Where Is My Husband!,” her highest Hot 100 peak. New top-40 entries include Myles Smith and Max McNown.

Netflix’s “Star Search” reboot premieres January 20 with judges Jelly Roll, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Chrissy Teigen. Hosted by Anthony Anderson, the series will feature live episodes and real-time voting.

ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live” will scale back music performances to a variable number per week, reflecting broader late-night budget cutbacks following Kimmel’s Disney contract renewal.

Béla Fleck canceled upcoming Kennedy Center appearances, citing political concerns after Donald Trump’s name was added to the venue. Other artists have also withdrawn in protest.

Universal Music Group and Nvidia announced a partnership using Nvidia’s AI infrastructure, including the Music Flamingo model, aimed at improving music creation and discovery while protecting artists and rightsholders.

Katy Perry wrapped her “Lifetimes” tour with more than $134M in ticket sales from 91 shows across five continents, supporting her “143” album and raising funds for multiple charities.

The Resonator Awards will be held January 27 at Chaplin Studios, honoring women and non-binary creators in recording. Honorees include Chaka Khan, St. Vincent, and Haim, with presenters like Olivia Rodrigo and Anderson Paak.

Hot Rock & Alternative Songs:

5. She & Him – “I Thought I Saw Your Face Today”

4. Myles Smith – “Nice To Meet You”

3. Djo – “End of Beginning”

2. Billie Eilish – “Birds of a Feather”

1.Sombr – “Back to Friends”

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• Taylor Swift’s “The Fate of Ophelia” leads the Billboard Hot 100 for a ninth week, becoming her longest-running No. 1, surpassing “Anti-Hero.” Ella Langley scores her first top 10 as “Choosin’ Texas” rises to No. 5. (Billboard)

• Ticketing startup Fanimal is suing Live Nation and Ticketmaster, alleging antitrust violations and exclusive venue contracts that blocked competition and led to Fanimal’s sale to TickPick. (Billboard)

• The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has voted to dissolve after Congress defunded its operations, aiming to protect PBS, NPR, and local stations from further political attacks. (Billboard)

• Aubrey O’Day spoke with Variety about the Netflix documentary Sean Combs: The Reckoning, detailing her experiences with Diddy, her firing from Danity Kane, and the emotional impact of revisiting the past during the group’s reunion. (Variety)

• Universal Music Group acquired a 30% stake in India’s Excel Entertainment, valuing the company at $267M. UMG gains global soundtrack distribution and will launch a dedicated Excel music label. (Variety)

• Depeche Mode: M, a concert film and documentary directed by Fernando Friar, begins streaming on Netflix Jan. 9, following the band’s Memento Mori world tour. (Rolling Stone)

• EXTREME has started work on their seventh studio album, following 2023’s Six. The band promises a fiery, classic rock-inspired return. (Blabbermouth)

• BABYMETAL re-recorded “Headbangeeeeerrrrr!!!!!” for their 15th anniversary, adding vocals from MOMOMETAL. A limited CD will be sold ahead of Tokyo shows. (Kerrang)

• Haken announced the departures of guitarist Charlie Griffiths and bassist Conner Green, thanking both for their major contributions to the band’s history. (Louder Sound)

Top Albums of the Week (Billboard 200)

5. Sabrina Carpenter – Man’s Best Friend

4. Olivia Dean – The Art of Loving

3. KPOP Demon Hunters Soundtrack

2. Morgan Wallen – I’m the Problem

1.Taylor Swift – The Life Of A Showgirl

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Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl” logged a 12th week at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, her second-longest chart run. Peso Pluma and Tito Double P debuted at No. 6 with “DINASTÍA,” while Olivia Dean hit a new peak at No. 4 as holiday titles exit the top 10.

Disney+ dropped a trailer for its reboot of The Muppet Show, premiering February 4. The preview features guest appearances from Sabrina Carpenter and Seth Rogen.

Andrea Vasquez released the official video for “Everything I Wish I Did,” directed by Oceanna and filmed in Nashville. The high-energy clip highlights a standout track from her project El Camino.

Morrissey has canceled 49 of his last 100 scheduled shows, citing exhaustion, label issues, and technical problems. His next performance is set for January 10 in San Antonio, a rescheduled date.

Billy Joel made a surprise appearance with tribute band Turnstiles in Florida, performing two songs in his first public outing since canceling touring due to a brain disorder diagnosis. He appeared upbeat and engaged.

Luke Combs is expected to announce his next studio album imminently after teasing “Sleepless in a Hotel Room,” a song written five years ago about life on the road and missing his wife.

Josh Ritter released I Believe in You, My Honeydew, an album centered on the idea of the muse. He plans a 2026 solo tour, viewing live shows as the final step in his creative process.

Peter Gabriel announced a new album, O/I, rolling out via lunar-timed single releases throughout 2026, with the full album due at year’s end. Gabriel frames the project around humanity’s technological future.

Holiday leftovers on the Hot 100:

1 “All I Want for Christmas Is You” Mariah Carey;

2 “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” Brenda Lee;

3 “Jingle Bell Rock” Bobby Helms;

4 “Last Christmas” Wham!;

5 “Santa Tell Me” Ariana Grande.

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Nick Jonas has released “Gut Punch,” the first single from his upcoming solo album Sunday Best, due out February 6.

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Yungblud and the Smashing Pumpkins have released a heavier new version of “Zombie,” featuring Billy Corgan’s guitar work, with a music video expected soon.

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Jack White criticized Rep. Tim Burchett for sharing a misleading AI-generated video falsely attributed to him, condemning both the misuse of AI and what he called a decline in political leadership.

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MTV has shut down its remaining music-only channels, ending nearly 40 years of music video broadcasting, with “Video Killed the Radio Star” airing last.

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Alex Van Halen confirmed he is working with Steve Lukather on a new project built around unreleased recordings by himself and his late brother Eddie Van Halen.

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U2 is preparing their first album of new music in nine years, reuniting with producer Brian Eno for a release timed to the band’s 50th anniversary.

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New Singles

• Doechii and SZA – Get Up, Girl
• KATSEYE – Internet Girl
• The Kid Laroi – Back When You Were Mine
• Joji – Love You Less

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Afrobeats star Asake said he was devastated by the death of 20-year-old fan Karen Lojore, who was killed in a crowd crush outside his Dec. 20 show at Nairobi’s Nyayo National Stadium, and called for accountability over safety failures.

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Bad Bunny and J Balvin ended their long-rumored feud by reuniting onstage at the final Mexico City stop of Bad Bunny’s Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour on Dec. 21, marking their first joint performance since 2021.

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France’s culture ministry has added electronic music to the country’s Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage, formally recognizing the genre’s cultural impact and importance to French artistic identity.

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Sean Ono Lennon said he is taking on a greater role in preserving the legacy of The Beatles and his parents, John Lennon and Yoko Ono, as his mother steps back from public life and younger audiences reshape listening habits.

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Queen guitarist Brian May debuted a previously unreleased Queen track, “Not For Sale (Polar Bear),” recorded during the 1974 Queen II sessions and set for inclusion in the album’s 2026 re-release.

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Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova welcomed their fourth child on Dec. 17, 2025, sharing the news days later in a joint Instagram post captioned “My Sunshine.”

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Billboard has released its list of the Top K-Pop Songs of 2025, ranking NMIXX’s “Blue Valentine” at number one.

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• Snoop Dogg will debut as an NBA analyst January 5, calling the second half of Clippers vs. Warriors alongside Reggie Miller and Terry Gannon. He’s been prepping with film study and team shootarounds.

• Snoop Dogg will also headline the NFL Christmas Day halftime show with HUNTR/X and Lainey Wilson. The Netflix special includes a holiday remix of “Drop It Like It’s Hot.”

• Spotify disabled accounts tied to scraping metadata and artwork for 86 million songs. The leak was linked to a so-called preservation group; Spotify says new safeguards are in place.

• Barry Manilow will undergo surgery to remove a cancerous lung spot. Doctors say it hasn’t spread. January shows are postponed, with a return planned for February.

• Former KISS guitarist Vinnie Vincent announced a $200 limited CD single, “Ride The Serpent,” launching his long-delayed album Judgment Day. He cited piracy concerns for the pricing.

• Lady Gaga will stream Harlequin Live: One Night Only on Christmas Eve, filmed at LA’s Belasco Theatre in September 2024.

• Yngwie Malmsteen slammed former vocalists for using his name and material, stressing they were paid contributors, not creative partners.

• Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” hits a record 21st week at No. 1 on the Hot 100, marking her 100th career week atop the chart.

• Metallica’s James Hetfield shared a gravel-voiced dramatic reading of “A Visit From St. Nicholas” on SiriusXM and Instagram.

Top Albums (Billboard 200)

5. Ultimate Christmas – Bing Crosby

4. Christmas – Michael Bublé

3. KPop Demon Hunters – Soundtrack

2. I’m The Problem – Morgan Wallen

1. The Life Of A Showgirl – Taylor Swift

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• Billboard 200: Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl logs a 10th week at No. 1, making her the first woman with four albums hitting that mark. 21 Savage debuts at No. 3 with WHAT HAPPENED TO THE STREETS? Six holiday albums fill the top 10, led by Michael Bublé.

• Spotify leak: A pirate activist group scraped Spotify metadata and audio files, releasing the metadata and planning P2P distribution. Spotify is investigating a potential massive open music archive leak.

• Kata Hay arrest: The Voice alum Kata Hay was arrested in Oklahoma on a vehicular homicide warrant tied to a Dec. 10 incident in Tennessee, plus leaving the scene and an open container charge.

• Chicago record shop threat: Bridgeport Records received a death threat over selling diverse house and dance music. Owners say they remain committed and the threat doesn’t reflect the community.

• Flaming Lips update: Drummer Matthew Duckworth Kirksey addressed Steven Drozd’s exit, praising Wayne Coyne’s leadership and announcing new music the band says is among their best in years.

• Kitt Wakeley: Grammy-nominated Seven Seasons turns shared experiences of grief into a classical work built from interviews with 41 people navigating loss.

• RIP Mick Abrahams: Original Jethro Tull guitarist and Blodwyn Pig founder Mick Abrahams has died at 82. He played on Tull’s 1968 debut before departing over musical differences.

• Healing with vinyl: An NPR feature spotlights ATX-VINyL, a palliative care program bringing bedside vinyl listening to patients to improve comfort and quality of life.

Hot 100 Singles:

5. Ariana Grande – “Santa Tell Me”

4. Bobby Helms – “Jingle Bell Rock”

3. Wham! – “Last Christmas”

2. Brenda Lee – “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”

1. Mariah Carey – “All I Want for Christmas Is You”

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