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- Releases
ZHU and KamJam Drop New Single "Party Goin'"
Two San Francisco-raised producers connect across generations on a funky, groove-driven electronic track
November 13, 2026
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Ari Abdul Drops Debut Album 'THE VOID' on RCA
The Brooklyn-raised artist's 12-track LP was produced by Stint and Ella Boh and draws on addiction, loneliness, and old-school New York hip-hop.
November 13, 2026
- Culture
Davido, Ludacris, Organized Noize Join 2027 BMEWOF Class
The Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame announces its Black History Month Class of 2027, with the induction ceremony set for February 11 in Atlanta.
November 13, 2026
- Releases
Tori Kelly and HILLARI Release New Duet "Wash"
The Epic Records single pairs the two vocalists ahead of Tori Kelly's European and UK tour dates starting November 19.
November 13, 2026
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YoDogg Drops "Make It Out" Feat. CHiNO on Epic Records
The Southside Atlanta rapper teams with Fort Valley singer CHiNO and producer Needlz on a new single about survival, loyalty, and what it costs to chase something better.
November 13, 2026
- Industry
Cameron Kooklanfar Promoted to Director of A&R at Prescription Songs
The LA-based exec oversees a roster that spans global dance, Afrobeats, hip-hop, and pop songwriters and producers.
November 12, 2026
- Releases
Gang of Youths Announce Album 'Compañero' and North American Tour
The Australian band shares new single 'Benny's Video' and sets 19 North American dates starting March 17 in Boston, including two Coachella appearances.
November 11, 2026
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Big Soto "A KMs de Casa" Fan Music Video Shoot
The Venezuelan artist invited fans to star in the upcoming single's official video alongside Cosmic Kid and Strange Human in Mexico City.
November 11, 2026
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Molly Santana Signs to Epic Records, Drops "A Girl Is A Gun"
The Fontana rapper releases her first single and video under Epic alongside a November 27 project date for BLACK PUNK
November 6, 2026
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Mai Anna Drops "Baby Blue EP" Before Debut LP
The Queens-born R&B artist releases a five-track EP on Epic Records, featuring two reimaginings of earlier singles and two Givēon tour dates this November.
November 6, 2026
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Duncan Laurence Drops New Single "Heal Me"
The Eurovision winner follows "New To You" with an orchestral-electronic ballad about vulnerability and rediscovering yourself through love.
November 6, 2026
- Releases
Coi Leray Announces Album "MULTI" Out February 26
The Epic Records rapper drops new single "Spin Back" to introduce her third studio album
November 6, 2026
- Culture
Jeezy's Sixth Annual Sno Ball Gala Returns November 10
Bill Bellamy hosts the Street Dreamz Foundation fundraiser in Atlanta on November 10, 2026
November 6, 2026
- Tour News
Genesis Owusu Starts Sold Out U.S. Tour
The Ghanaian-Australian artist kicks off six dates behind his third album 'Redstar Wu and the Worldwide Scourge'
November 5, 2026
- Releases
LAUREL Drops "Bow Down" Single and Self-Directed Video
The British singer-songwriter-producer previews her third album, Crying on the Tennis Court, due January 22, 2027 on 3 Vultures Records.
November 5, 2026
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Grace Ives Featured on Dominic Fike Album "HONEYLOVE"
The Brooklyn singer-producer adds vocals to "HONEYLOVE" on Dominic Fike's new album HOW TO QUIT SMOKING, capping a year that also includes arena tour dates with Gracie Abrams and Olivia Rodrigo.
October 30, 2026
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Jalen Chords Drops New Single "WYO" on Cash Money
The Virginia R&B singer follows "My Boo" with a bounce-driven new record aimed at late-night energy
October 30, 2026
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Filly Drops New Single "Kate S.O.S." Feat. The Stylist
The Vienna-based pop-electronic artist channels Y2K fashion fantasy on her latest release via Interscope Records.
October 30, 2026
- Releases
Melly Mike Drops Debut EP 'TIME4WAR' on Epic Records
The Minneapolis Army veteran turned rapper releases his eight-track debut, anchored by the viral hit 'Young Black & Rich'
October 30, 2026
- Releases
Epic Records Drops 14-Track 'Holiday Radio' Compilation
Coi Leray, GIVĒON, Mariah The Scientist, BIA, Meghan Trainor and more appear on Epic Presents: Holiday Radio, out now.
October 30, 2026
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CHVRCHES Release 'Overthinker' Single From 'All The Kings Men'
The Glasgow trio's second single off their January 2027 album is out now, with a North America and UK/Ireland tour starting February
October 27, 2026
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Ghostboyrj Drops Double Single "Fade Away / Ceremony"
The Toronto rapper's first single from his upcoming album State of Being features Joey Rose and Sport Mathews over production from Pudgegawd.
October 26, 2026
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Isabel Dumaa Drops EP "Reverie" via Republic Records
The LA-based singer-songwriter releases her major label debut with production from Dave Cobb, Sammy Witte, and Rob Moose, plus three tour dates this fall.
October 23, 2026
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Daniel Pickard Drops Debut Album 'Behaviour' via AWAL
The London-based synth pop artist releases a 10-track debut featuring Owen Pallett and Michael Stein, plus a London headline show in November.
October 23, 2026
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Baby Snakes & The Electric Co. Drop Debut Album 'Ouroboros'
The Dallas project led by producer Jeff Saenz releases a 12-track record on Spaceflight Records alongside new single 'Valleys' and upcoming live dates in Texas.
October 23, 2026
- Culture
Ken Carson Headlines Roblox Virtual Concert Oct 30 and 31
The Atlanta rapper brings his live show to 'The Block' for a two-night Halloween event, with in-game activations across multiple Roblox experiences.
October 22, 2026
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CHVRCHES Announce Album 'All the King's Men' and 2027 Tour
The Glasgow trio returns January 22 with an 11-track indie rock record on Futures Music Group, backed by a North America, UK and Ireland run starting in February.
October 21, 2026
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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