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Willow Avalon Covers "You're So Vain" for Spotify Singles
The Nashville artist recorded the Carly Simon classic with an all-female band, following her sophomore album Pink Pocket Pistol on Atlantic Outpost.
August 26, 2026
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Queens of the Stone Age Announce New Album Perfecth
Queens of the Stone Age reveal Perfecth, out October 30 on Matador, with new single 'Insignificant Other' dropping now.
August 26, 2026
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Queens of the Stone Age Announce New Album Perfecth
QOTSA drop new single 'Insignificant Other' and confirm fall release date for Perfecth.
August 26, 2026
IndustryLuminate Is Adding AI Music Labels to Its Platform This Year
Luminate announces a framework to tag AI-generated music across streaming data and artist profiles.
August 26, 2026
CultureOzzy Osbourne Prince of Darkness Haunted House Opens at Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando's Ozzy Osbourne haunted house debuts August 28 for Halloween Horror Nights 35.
August 26, 2026
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Dan + Shay Release New Album Young on Warner Records
Dan + Shay's most personal album yet, Young, arrives after a near-breakup, new management, and a viral national anthem moment.
August 26, 2026
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Mrs. GREEN APPLE New Album Drops September 30 on EMI
Japanese pop-rock band Mrs. GREEN APPLE announces their sixth album, out September 30, following a historic stadium run in Tokyo.
August 26, 2026
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Charli xcx Nominated for Best Original Song at World Soundtrack Awards
Charli xcx's 'House' from Wuthering Heights earns a World Soundtrack Awards nod, keeping Oscar buzz alive.
August 26, 2026
CultureSoundgarden and Taylor Momsen to Headline Seahawks Halftime Show
Taylor Momsen joins Soundgarden for the Seattle Seahawks home opener halftime show on September 9.
August 26, 2026
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Renny Conti Shares New Single "Leaving The Zoo"
The Brooklyn singer-songwriter previews his debut Mom + Pop album 'Split Second,' due September 25, with a new single built around grief, distortion, and a leap into the unknown.
August 26, 2026
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Jackboy Drops "Far From Average" Video from New Album
The EMPIRE artist and 1804 Records founder releases the intro track visual from 'I Can't Do No Wrong'
August 25, 2026
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Surf7 Drops New Single and Video "Get In Mode"
The Philly rapper follows a breakout summer with a new solo release dropping August 26.
August 25, 2026
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The Game on Drake Verse Cut From No Brakes
The Game says he pulled a Drake verse from 'No Brakes' to keep the peace on the West Coast.
August 25, 2026
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greek Drops EP 'DANCE BREAK' and 'Hold Me' Video
The Virginia-raised multi-hyphenate releases a five-track project and kicks off a North American headline tour the same week.
August 24, 2026
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Shudder To Think Announce 'Who Sent You?' EP
The DC post-hardcore band returns with a three-song EP on Dischord Records and three fall tour dates including a Los Angeles stop at Hollywood Forever.
August 24, 2026
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Olivia Rodrigo Drops 'Serena Joy' CD Single at Indie Record Store
Rodrigo surprise-released 'Serena Joy' exclusively at a Southern California indie shop ahead of Daisy Chain Fields.
August 24, 2026
CultureZara Larsson and PinkPantheress Perform Stateside Live Together
The two pop stars shared a stage for the first time at All Points East in London.
August 24, 2026
Tour NewsKehlani World Tour Hits Barclays Center With Cardi B Surprise
Kehlani's sold-out Brooklyn stop proved queer, vocal-forward R&B can headline arenas.
August 24, 2026
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Small Pond Announce Album "Soft Burn" Out October 21
The Portland, ME indie rock band releases lead single "Silver Coin" and shares six tour dates ahead of their sophomore LP produced by Alex Farrar.
August 22, 2026
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Sophie Lloyd Reimagines Carmel "More! More! More!" EP
The Glitterbox resident gets vault access to London Records' back catalogue for the four-track London Revisited EP, out September 18.
August 22, 2026
CultureUnidos por los Nuestros Benefit Concert Raises $1.37 Million
The Miami benefit concert featuring Feid, Marc Anthony, and 30-plus Latin artists raised over $1.37 million for earthquake relief.
August 22, 2026
CultureYEONJUN Plays Intimate Troubadour Set in Los Angeles
YEONJUN brought his solo momentum to the Troubadour for a rare 500-person showcase in LA.
August 22, 2026
IndustryMaluma and Quevedo Join Billboard Latin Music Week 2026
Billboard Latin Music Week 2026 expands its lineup with Maluma, Quevedo, Bebeshito, and more for Miami's biggest Latin industry gathering.
August 22, 2026
Tour NewsPhoebe Bridgers Cancels UK Shows Due to Appendicitis
Bridgers is sidelined by appendicitis just days after releasing her new album Lost Weekend.
August 22, 2026
CultureKehlani Named Billboard R&B Artist of the Year 2026
Kehlani earns Billboard's R&B Artist of the Year honor as 'Folded' hits double platinum and 52 weeks on the Hot 100.
August 22, 2026
CultureKehlani and Leon Thomas Cover Billboard, Talk R&B's Future
Kehlani opens up about wellness, friendship, and why R&B is far from dead.
August 22, 2026
CultureBad Bunny Super Bowl Bushes Return in NFL Season Promo
The iconic sugarcane bushes from Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX halftime show appear in the NFL's new 2026 season campaign.
August 22, 2026
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The Roots Are Releasing Endgame, Their First Album in a Decade
Questlove and Black Thought confirm Endgame is coming and reflect on 30-plus years of creative partnership.
August 22, 2026
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Shygirl Drops New Single Alyse With a Six-Minute Video
Shygirl returns with 'Alyse,' her first single of 2025, co-produced with Karma Kid and JD Reid.
August 22, 2026
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Diane Warren Oscar Bid Pairs With Isley Brothers David Kushner Song
Diane Warren targets her 18th Oscar nomination with 'By Any Means,' featuring David Kushner and the Isley Brothers.
August 22, 2026
Tour NewsRobbie Williams Headlines Melbourne Cup Day 2025
Robbie Williams brings his Britpop Tour to Flemington Racecourse on November 3.
August 22, 2026
Tour NewsJorja Smith Announces 2027 Australia Tour Dates
Jorja Smith returns to Australia in November 2027 for three dates supporting her new album What Are the Odds.
August 22, 2026
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The Game Drops Documentary III Amid Kendrick Lamar Diss Claims
The Game denies dissing Kendrick Lamar on Documentary III, his 11th solo album featuring Drake.
August 22, 2026
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BJRNCK Drops 'A Girl Like Me' Deluxe With Fetty Wap, Tink, G Herbo
The Chicago R&B singer expands her debut album with five new tracks and a video for 'Radio Love' featuring Fetty Wap, out now on Interscope/Geffen.
August 21, 2026
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MAJOR. Releases New Single "May This Moment Never End"
The soul singer debuted the track at T.I. and Tiny Harris' vow renewal in Jamaica before its official release via nowthatsMAJOR Music Group/UnitedMasters.
August 21, 2026
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Hanzel La H and Kris R Drop Single "La Perlita"
The Puerto Rico and Colombia collab blends trap weight with melodic romance on a new single out August 21.
August 21, 2026
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Mia Moretti Drops New EP 'GET READY!' August 2026
The LA producer and DJ releases a five-track EP on her own Spaghetti Moretti Records, with live dates at Pacha NYC and an Ibiza residency still to come.
August 21, 2026
- Tour News
YOASOBI Live at Grammy Museum LA September 14
The J-pop duo plays an intimate rooftop show at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles, with a moderated interview and fan Q&A the same night.
August 20, 2026
- Tour News
Calle 24 Brings Eterno Tour to Irving Texas
Diego Millán performed at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory on August 14, with Chuyin joining as a surprise guest. Four Mexico dates follow.
August 19, 2026
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Told Slant 'What's Up' Album Out September 4
Felix Walworth returns with a New York record six years in the making, tracked to eight-track reel-to-reel upstate with a full band for the first time.
August 18, 2026
- Charts
KATSEYE on How Gnarly Backlash Shaped Their Artistry
KATSEYE reflects on the polarizing reception to 'Gnarly' and why controversy changed how they think about their music.
August 18, 2026
Tour NewsAriana Grande Opens Sold-Out London O2 Run on Eternal Sunshine Tour
Ariana Grande's 10-night O2 residency kicks off her final Eternal Sunshine Tour leg after 'Petal' hits No. 1.
August 17, 2026
CultureKCON LA 2026 Opens With Full Sets and HYBE Showcases
KCON LA 2026 kicks off at Crypto.com Arena with expanded headliner sets and a packed week of K-pop events across Los Angeles.
August 17, 2026
CultureThe Greatest Showman Musical Opens West End Spring 2027
Disney Theatrical brings The Greatest Showman to Theatre Royal Drury Lane with a new stage cast.
August 17, 2026
Tour NewsK-pop 2026 Tour Guide: BTS, aespa, KATSEYE, Lisa, and More
Every major K-pop concert and world tour hitting the US in 2026, including LA dates.
August 16, 2026
- Industry
Slipknot Parts Ways With Sid Wilson After 27 Years
Slipknot officially cuts ties with DJ and keyboardist Sid Wilson, ending a run that started in 1998.
August 16, 2026
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KATSEYE EP WILD Features Charli XCX Sucker Outtake
KATSEYE release new EP WILD featuring a reworked Charli XCX deep cut and an Ed Sheeran co-write.
August 14, 2026
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KATSEYE Drop 'Hootie Fruitti' Video From WILD EP
KATSEYE's rain-soaked, Latin-influenced 'Hootie Fruitti' video arrives ahead of their WILDWORLD TOUR.
August 14, 2026
Tour NewsCardi B Headlines BZR WKND Jamaica 2026 in Kingston
Cardi B makes her Caribbean stadium debut at BZR WKND Jamaica on October 18 in Kingston.
August 14, 2026
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Just Jayne Debut EP 'Jayne' Out Now on The Core Records
The Nashville trio drops a seven-track project with co-writes from Meghan Trainor, Kid Harpoon, and Sasha Alex Sloan
August 14, 2026
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benny blanco Drops Latin Album "Hermoso" With 8 Features
The producer's new studio album spans cumbia, reggaeton, and French house with Selena Gomez, Becky G, Myke Towers, and more.
August 14, 2026
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Cavetown Drops "Big Strong Man" Single, Tour Starts Sept 21
Robin Skinner heads out on the 21-date Running With Scissors Tour with Chloe Moriondo, hitting The Wiltern in LA on October 8.
August 14, 2026
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Mark Ambor Drops New Single "The Proof" With Video
The Capitol Records artist wrote the song solo on a walk after returning from tour, then brought in producer Noel Zancanella to help finish it.
August 14, 2026
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Atarashii Gakko! Drop "TTTTokyo" Video, Album Out Now
The 88rising group releases their fourth studio album "From Tokyo With Love" and a new music video directed by Mackenzie Sheppard, with festival dates across the Americas this fall and December.
August 14, 2026
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KIMIKO Releases Debut EP 'Modern Dance'
Kimiko Glenn drops a five-track pop EP about the chaos of modern dating, alongside a split-screen music video for the title track
August 14, 2026
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Carín León Drops "Qué Andas Haciendo" With Ke Personajes
The new single lands alongside a seven-show Sphere residency starting September 4 and a string of California tour dates in September.
August 14, 2026
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Icona Pop Drop New Album "RITUAL" With Fall Tour
Caroline Hjelt and Aino Jawo release their second album in three years via Ultra Records, with U.S. dates starting September 25 in Brooklyn.
August 14, 2026
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Isabel Dumaa Releases New Single "All American"
The San Francisco singer-songwriter drops her second single under a new deal with Lucille Records and Republic Records
August 14, 2026
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KIMIKO Releases Debut EP 'Modern Dance'
Kimiko Glenn drops a five-track dance pop EP about dating, frustration, and moving on, alongside a DEATHCATS-directed video for the title track.
August 14, 2026
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Out In Front Release "Medicine" via AWAL, Join Charlotte Sands Tour
The LA alt-rock trio drops a bass-driven single about the emotional cost of chasing a dream, then hits the road across North America this fall.
August 14, 2026
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