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- Industry
Tyla Launches "That Girl" Music Scholarship for A*POP Tour
Sony Music and IIE will award $5,000 scholarships to 10 students near select A*POP World Tour stops, with priority given to HBCU students.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsEd Sheeran Gillette Stadium Shows Face Refunds and Cancellation
Ed Sheeran's Boston-area tour dates are in limbo as fans demand refunds and a nor'easter threatens the weekend shows.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsApple Music Hall London Opens with Elton John, Charli xcx
Apple Music Hall at Battersea Power Station launches September 28 with an Elton John surprise set.
October 13, 2026
IndustryLatin Music Revenue Hits $542M at Mid-Year 2026
RIAA data shows Latin music growing at 8.6%, outpacing the overall U.S. recorded music market for a 13th straight year.
October 13, 2026
CultureJay-Z in 8 Episode Four: What We Learned From Rick Rubin Talk
HBO's Jay-Z in 8 goes deep on fatherhood, loss, and the making of his rawest records.
October 13, 2026
CultureSZA Inducted Into New Jersey Hall of Fame
SZA joins Whitney Houston and Bruce Springsteen in the New Jersey Hall of Fame's Performing Arts category.
October 13, 2026
- Releases
Michelle Branch and Maren Morris Reunite on Goodbye to You
Michelle Branch and Maren Morris remake the 2002 hit as a duet, with a Laguna Beach video starring Kristin Cavallari.
October 13, 2026
CultureKATSEYE Make SNL Debut Performing 'Animal' and 'Hootie Frutti'
KATSEYE brought their Wild EP to Saturday Night Live, marking another major U.S. television milestone.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsOlivia Rodrigo Unraveled Tour Opens Strong in Hartford
Olivia Rodrigo launched her Unraveled Tour with a sold-out, hit-packed night in Hartford.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsStray Kids STRAYCITY Mexico City Show Draws 60,000
Stray Kids closed their Latin American tour with a festival-style blowout at GNP Seguros Stadium in Mexico City.
October 13, 2026
- Releases
PinkPantheress Wins First VMA and Remixes Tinashe
PinkPantheress took home a moonman at the 2026 VMAs and dropped a remix of Tinashe's 'Twentyfive Eight' the same night.
October 13, 2026
CultureMadonna Wins Seven VMAs 2026 With Charli xcx Sabrina Carpenter
Madonna took seven VMAs and closed the night dancing in a hotel room with Charli xcx and Julia Garner.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsShakira Madrid Residency Livestream October 3 on Amazon Music
Shakira streams her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran Madrid show live globally via Amazon Music and Prime Video.
October 13, 2026
- Releases
Dasha Vocal Surgery October 2026 New Album Warner Records
Country singer Dasha is taking a forced hiatus after vocal cord node surgery scheduled for October 22.
October 13, 2026
- Releases
Father John Misty Releases New Single The X-panded Universe
Josh Tillman drops his third 2026 single and announces his first solo tour since 2013.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsNick Valensi Joins Jack White at Hollywood Palladium
The Strokes guitarist Nick Valensi surprised LA fans at Jack White's Hollywood Palladium show.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsPusha T Joins Gorillaz at MSG for Let Me Out
Pusha T surprised the Madison Square Garden crowd by reuniting with Gorillaz on 'Let Me Out' for the first time in nine years.
October 13, 2026
CultureStreet Fighter Soundtrack Full Track List Revealed
Leo Birenberg and Zach Robinson reimagine 'Guile's Theme' for the Street Fighter film, out October 16.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsTaemin Cancels 2026 North American Tour Over Visa Issues
Taemin's WORLD TOUR LiMiNaL North American run is off due to visa delays affecting key production staff.
October 13, 2026
- Industry
2026 CMA Awards: Key Races to Watch This November
Final voting opens for the 60th CMA Awards, with Lainey Wilson chasing historic wins.
October 13, 2026
- Releases
Sienna Spiro Billboard Shoot and Debut Album Visitor
Sienna Spiro covers Billboard ahead of her debut album Visitor and a UK number one.
October 13, 2026
- Releases
Drake, Bruno Mars, and Karol G Tease a Possible Collab
A playful public love triangle between Drake, Bruno Mars, and Karol G has fans asking if a three-way collab is coming.
October 13, 2026
CulturePanteón Rococó Tiny Desk Concert Before Final Show
Mexican ska rock legends Panteón Rococó bring immigrant rights and 30 years of hits to NPR's Tiny Desk.
October 13, 2026
IndustryBillboard Latin Music Week 2026 Panels for Independent Artists
Six panels at Latin Music Week 2026 in Miami tackle indie artist growth, touring, and global expansion.
October 13, 2026
CultureTurnstile Make SNL Debut with Taylor Swift Cameo
Turnstile became the first hardcore band on SNL in 45 years, with Taylor Swift appearing alongside host Dakota Johnson.
October 13, 2026
CultureTurnstile Make SNL Debut Performing Never Enough
Turnstile became the first hardcore band to perform on SNL since 1981, playing three tracks from their Grammy-winning album.
October 13, 2026
- Releases
Taylor Swift SNL Cameo in Dakota Johnson Monologue
Taylor Swift crashed Dakota Johnson's SNL monologue in a bit tied to the 'Patient Zero' video era.
October 13, 2026
- Industry
Fuerza Regida Wins Billboard Vanguard Award at 2026 Latin Awards
The San Bernardino group earns the Billboard Vanguard Award on October 22 in Miami.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsPrimavera Sound 2027 Lineup: Doechii, Phoebe Bridgers, Fontaines D.C.
Primavera Sound 2027 announces its full lineup with Doechii, Phoebe Bridgers, and Fontaines D.C. headlining June in Barcelona.
October 13, 2026
- Industry
Chance the Rapper Considers Renaming Himself The Rapper
Chance the Rapper says he may drop 'Chance' and go by 'The Rapper' as his Coloring Book tour wraps.
October 13, 2026
- Industry
Drake Skips Grammy Submissions Again for 2027
Drake has pulled all three 2026 albums from Grammy consideration, extending his boycott into 2027.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsHayley Williams and Zedd Reunite at Hollywood Bowl
Hayley Williams performed 'Stay The Night' live with Zedd for the first time in 12 years at the Hollywood Bowl.
October 13, 2026
- Industry
A$AP Rocky Funds Full Scholarship at Roc Nation School
A$AP Rocky is covering four years of tuition for one incoming freshman at LIU Brooklyn's Roc Nation School.
October 13, 2026
- Charts
Miley's Bass Persuades Sets Billboard Record for Biggest Drop
Miley's debut album Bass Persuades fell from #1 to #157 in one week, a Billboard first.
October 13, 2026
- Releases
Sam Smith's New Album Hazel Eyes Is Out Now
Sam Smith releases fifth album Hazel Eyes via Capitol Records, a love record three years in the making.
October 13, 2026
IndustrySpotify Audiobooks Expanding to 180 Countries by 2026
Spotify is rolling its audiobook service out globally, with 180 countries covered and a $100M revenue run rate already in motion.
October 13, 2026
IndustryMLC Black Box Royalties: What the $7 Million Monthly Distribution Means
Starting April 2027, the MLC begins distributing unclaimed songwriter royalties to publishers under the Music Modernization Act.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsPitbull Breaks Guinness World Record at Hyde Park Show
Pitbull set a Guinness World Record for largest bald cap gathering at BTS Hyde Park, drawing over 70,000 fans.
October 13, 2026
Culture2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards Performers and How to Watch
Peso Pluma leads nominees as Ozuna, Karol G, and more perform live October 22.
October 13, 2026
CultureFuerza Regida Completes First U.S. Stadium Tour, $53M Gross
Fuerza Regida wraps a nine-show stadium run grossing $53.2 million and 369,000 tickets sold.
October 13, 2026
- Releases
Power Trip Return With First New Music Since Riley Gale
Power Trip release two new tracks, their first since frontman Riley Gale's death in 2020.
October 13, 2026
- Releases
Skillet Releases New EP After the Storm at 30 Years
Skillet's six-song EP After the Storm is out now, driven by John Cooper's personal reckoning with faith and betrayal.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsADÉLA Sells Out the Fonda Theatre on Red Bottoms Tour
Slovak pop artist ADÉLA brought her Red Bottoms Tour to a sold-out Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles behind her debut album PRIMA.
October 13, 2026
- Deals
Gunna Launches SB The Label With Atlantic Records
Gunna officially launches SB The Label imprint via Atlantic Records and drops 'Pop It' featuring Coco Gauff.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsHead Trip 2026 Night One Cut Short by Lightning Storm
Goldenvoice's dance music festival at the Coachella grounds ended early after a lightning alert halted the show.
October 13, 2026
CultureGolden Wins Best Original Song at 2026 World Soundtrack Awards
KPop Demon Hunters' 'Golden' adds a World Soundtrack Award to its Grammy, Oscar, and Golden Globe.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsSombr Brings Out Lindsey Buckingham at LA Kia Forum Show
Sombr surprised the Kia Forum crowd with Lindsey Buckingham for a live 'Go Your Own Way' moment.
October 13, 2026
Artist SpotlightBraiden Wang on Reclaiming Music and Building His Own World
Braiden Wang went from classical piano obligation to making music entirely on his own terms
October 13, 2026
Artist SpotlightH.O.T.-D.A.M.N. Explores Toxic Love on New Single Downfall
Peoria rapper H.O.T.-D.A.M.N. opens up about heartache, pain, and the push and pull of a toxic relationship on Downfall
October 13, 2026
Artist SpotlightZiah Marie Debuts as Producer with New Single Towards You
Singer-songwriter and producer Ziah Marie opens up about her debut production, Towards You, and reclaiming her power
October 13, 2026
Artist SpotlightWitch Cabin's New Single "Paper Boy" Explores the Heartbreak of Illusory Beauty
Witch Cabin opens up about "Paper Boy," a deeply personal new single arriving October 16th
October 13, 2026
- Releases
Rosalía Performs 'Reliquia' En Pointe on SNL
Rosalía brought her 2025 album Lux to Saturday Night Live with a ballet-infused performance.
October 13, 2026
Tour NewsNickelback 2027 Australia Tour Dates Announced
Nickelback returns to Australia in October 2027 behind their new album Everything Under the Sun.
October 13, 2026
- Releases
Britney Spears Drops Unreleased Track Co-Written With Timberlake
She'll Never Be Me surfaces from the 2001 Britney sessions ahead of the album's 25th anniversary reissue.
October 13, 2026
- Releases
Johnny Venus Drops Debut Solo Album "The 11th Hour"
The EARTHGANG co-founder releases a 12-track R&B and soul project executive produced by The-Dream, out now on Epic Records.
October 9, 2026
- Releases
Quail Drops EP "Macclenny" via TWNSHP/Epic Records
The blues-soul artist born Seth Paige named his debut EP after the Florida hometown that shaped him
October 9, 2026
- Releases
ScarLip Drops New Single "Come Outside" With Video
The Bronx rapper's first release since January arrives with a Harlem-shot video directed by IG Visualz
October 9, 2026
- Releases
DDG Drops "HIT-A-THON" Deluxe With Seven New Songs
The Epic Records rapper expands his Billboard-charting LP with new features from Cash Cobain, 42 Dugg, Trippie Redd, and more.
October 9, 2026
- Culture
Rolling Loud: The Movie Opens in Theaters Now
Owen Wilson and Matt Rife star in the festival comedy featuring Travis Scott, Sexyy Red, Ski Mask The Slump God, and Ty Dolla $ign.
October 2, 2026
- Releases
OMB Peezy Samples TLC on New Single "What She Wants"
The Oakland rapper teams up with Trap Dickey and flips "No Scrubs" on his second single ahead of the album Save Yourself.
October 2, 2026
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