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- Releases
Tyla Drops "That Girl" Video Directed by Aerin Moreno
The South African pop star's new live-action video premiered at her London A*POP World Tour show and brings choreographer Litchi HOV back into the fold.
October 16, 2026
- Releases
Wu-Tang C.R.E.A.M. Remix With Jay Park, Lee Youngji, E-Sens
RZA and Martin Wave produced the new version for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, out October 23
October 16, 2026
- Releases
Papa Jay and G Herbo Drop "Work Dat (Remix)"
Two Chicago artists connect on the remix to Papa Jay's summer single, out now on Epic Records.
October 16, 2026
- Releases
Tombochio Drops "STAR (Deluxe Edition)" With 7 New Tracks
The Música Mexicana artist adds seven songs to his STAR project, led by the heartbreak corrido "ÚLTIMAMENTE"
October 16, 2026
- Releases
Angela Drops Self-Titled Album 'Angela' on Universal
The Argentine tropical artist releases her new studio album featuring six previously dropped singles and a new focus track about love left unfinished.
October 16, 2026
- Releases
OhGeesy and Big Sean Drop New Single "LEFT RIGHT"
The Shoreline Mafia founder links up with the Detroit rapper for a retro-funk collab produced by Oh Ross, out October 15.
October 15, 2026
CultureLed Zeppelin Licensed Stairway to Heaven for Narnia Movie
Greta Gerwig's Narnia: The Magician's Nephew trailer secured the song no director could get.
October 15, 2026
- Releases
Jennie Drops 'Someone to Hold' for Netflix Film Steps
BLACKPINK's Jennie contributes a new solo song to the Netflix animated film Steps, out November 20.
October 15, 2026
- Releases
Blondie Announce New Album High Noon Due February 2027
Blondie's first album in nine years features Johnny Marr, Glen Matlock, and Zach Condon.
October 15, 2026
- Releases
Fendi P Drops "Favors and Funerals" Video Single
The MonstaBeatz-produced cut is the second preview of Fendi P's upcoming album Monsta P on Jet Life Recordings.
October 14, 2026
- 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
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