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  Daily Music Headlines September 15, 2026 15.09.2026 4min

  Wynton Marsalis premiered his Fifth Symphony, “Liberty,” at Wolf Trap. Written for America’s 250th anniversary, it combines jazz ensemble and traditional orchestra.https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/14/arts/music/wynton-marsalis-liberty-symphony.htmlRobert Kraft barred Macklemore from Ed Sheeran’s Gillette Stadium shows over alleged antisemitic rhetoric and a “Free Palestine” statement. Macklemore says Kraft pressured venues; Kraft denies it.https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/macklemore-dropped-ed-sheeran-tour-robert-kraft-statement-1235626352/Nile Rodgers launches “Before the Moment,” a podcast exploring pivotal moments in artists’ careers. First guests include Sienna Spiro, John Legend, Alex Warren, Miguel and Goo Goo Dolls.https://variety.com/2026/music/news/nile-rodgers-iheartmedias-before-the-moment-podcast-1236862129/Gabbie Gonzalez, Francisco Gonzalez and Kai Faron Cordrey pleaded not guilty to charges tied to an alleged dark-web plot against Jack Avery amid a custody dispute.https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/tiktok-gabbie-gonzalez-arraigned-why-dont-we-jack-avery-1235626190/Falling in Reverse released “Joseph,” featuring Slipknot’s Corey Taylor and System of a Down’s Serj Tankian in their first joint appearance.https://loudwire.com/falling-in-reverse-joseph-corey-taylor-serj-tankian-lyrics/Oasis announced a 38-date 2027 tour with Richard Ashcroft, ending at Knebworth and Slane Castle. UK sales begin September 25–27.https://diymag.com/news/oasis-announce-2027-live-return-with-38-date-world-tourGeorge Strait’s 50 Number Ones reached 400 weeks on the Billboard 200 and surpassed 500 weeks on Top Country Albums.https://www.forbes.com/sites/hughmcintyre/2026/09/14/george-strait-hits-a-chart-milestone-few-country-acts-will-reach/Styx announced a five-date winter 2027 Las Vegas residency, “The Hits,” at the Venetian Theatre.https://consequence.net/2026/09/styx-las-vegas-residency-winter-2027/Lin-Manuel Miranda announced Rise Up! Hamilton: The Anthology for Hamilton’s 10th anniversary. The 7-LP/5-CD set arrives September 25.https://consequence.net/2026/09/hamilton-rise-up-anthology-10th-anniversary-box-set/Australian paramedic and ranch worker Mack Geiger became a Billboard Hot 100 hitmaker with “String By,” signed to Nashville/Columbia Records and making his Grand Ole Opry debut.https://www.billboard.com/music/country/mack-geiger-billboard-up-and-comer-country-september-1236339441/Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” tied Mariah Carey’s record with 22 weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100 and earned nine CMA nominations.https://www.billboard.com/music/country/ella-langley-ties-mariah-carey-hot-100-record-reaction-1236339851/Top 5 Albums:5. The Great Divide — Noah Kahan4. Prima — Adela3. I’m the Problem — Morgan Wallen2. You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love — Olivia RodrigoDandelion — Ella Langleyhttps://www.instagram.com/billboardcharts/?hl=enJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord:http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines September 14, 2026 14.09.2026 4min

  Nashville airport to be renamed in honor of Dolly Parton after a unanimous board vote, with support from Tennessee’s governor and Nashville’s mayor.Overwatch plans to expand its music collaborations beyond East Asian artists, exploring partnerships with artists from the U.S., U.K. and other regions.Céline Dion makes her first concert appearance in six years at Paris’ La Défense Arena, marking her return after her 2022 stiff-person syndrome diagnosis.Judeline tops Spotify and Billboard global charts following her collaboration with Karol G.Gojira announces a last-minute Sept. 18 charity show in St. Louis, with proceeds benefiting Operation Food Search.Cheetah Chrome, co-founder of punk pioneers Dead Boys and a member of Rocket from the Tombs, dies at 71.Ella Langley’s Dandelion returns to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a third week. ADÉLA debuts at No. 4, while Ariana Grande’s petal and Beyoncé’s B’Day re-enter the Top 10.Dove Cameron’s “When in Rome” wins Billboard’s new music poll with more than 71% of the vote. The song is inspired by her engagement to Måneskin’s Damiano David.San Francisco Opera cancels its opening-night performance of Verdi’s Simon Boccanegra after orchestra musicians strike over contract and wage disputes.Gabby’s Dollhouse Season 14 premieres on Netflix, introducing Gabby’s sister Doozie and the new six-song Pawty Time EP.Top 5 Singles:5. Morgan Wallen — “Been By Now”4. Ariana Grande — “Hate That I Made You Love Me”3. Taylor Swift — “I Knew It, I Knew You”2. Stella Lefty — “Boston”1.Ella Langley — “Choosin’ Texas”Want to be the first to hear about future livestreams, discuss the latest news, talk about music, and help shape the future of the show? Join the Daily Music Headlines DiscordFor Hammond Chamberlain, working behind the scenes, this is Brian Ibbott. Thanks again for listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines September 11th, 2026 11.09.2026 4min

  Ella Langley leads the 2026 CMA Awards nominations with nine nods, including entertainer and album of the year. Miranda Lambert follows with seven, while Kacey Musgraves and Ben West earned five each. Lainey Wilson hosts the Nov. 18 ceremony.Rick Springfield says he was told a mortar he fired while touring Vietnam as a teenager killed a Viet Cong fighter. He told Joe Rogan the account has weighed on him for decades, though the reported death has not been independently verified.Alison Krauss & Union Station canceled the rest of their 2026 tour after doctors advised Krauss to rest her voice. The affected dates run from Sept. 11 through Oct. 3, with refunds available through the original point of purchase.Snoop Dogg will host the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards Sept. 27 at Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater. The show airs on CBS and MTV and streams on Paramount+, with Nirvana receiving the Video Vanguard Award.U2 is MusiCares’ 2027 Persons of the Year. The band will be honored Feb. 5 with a dinner and tribute concert benefiting MusiCares programs for music professionals.AC/DC’s Sept. 16 Toronto concert was canceled after a storm severely damaged Rogers Stadium. Original Ticketmaster purchases will be refunded automatically; resale buyers should contact their point of purchase.Ticketmaster is the first music partner for Meta’s Muse AI. Its optional connector can surface personalized live-event and real-time ticket options, with purchases completed through Ticketmaster.New music this week:“So Good” by Jhené Aiko featuring Kendrick Lamar“Made My Night” by LE SSERAFIM“Daylight” by John Legend“Backwards” by Quavo and T.I.“The Kid With the Crown” by This Is LoreleiJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines September 10th, 2026 10.09.2026 5min

  Harry Styles says his Together, Together Tour will continue into 2027, with additional dates and cities still to be announced.rollingstone.comBLACKPINK’s Rosé will release “New Trick” on September 17, accompanied by a Dave Meyers-directed music video filmed entirely on Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro.billboard.comAlanis Morissette has recorded her first holiday album, mixing traditional favorites with original songs and featuring a guest appearance by Martin Short.billboard.comWicked and Wicked: For Good are becoming live-to-film orchestral concerts, with Wicked: Part One in Concert previewing in San Francisco on January 16 before its official premiere in New York on January 23, 2027.billboard.comAmazon Music Live returns September 24 with a fifth season featuring tour performances by Noah Kahan, Don Toliver, Lainey Wilson and Doja Cat following Thursday Night Football.billboard.comRay LaMontagne recovered from heat-related dehydration after collapsing during his September 5 Nashville concert and returned to the stage in Louisville the following night.billboard.comElton John headlined Rock in Rio for roughly 100,000 fans with a career-spanning set that included a rare performance of “Skyline Pigeon.”billboard.comTom Jones says he was fired as a full-time coach on The Voice UK over insurance-related costs, while ITV says discussions about his future involvement are continuing.billboard.comEBiDAN’s “Yes! Tokyo” tops the Billboard Japan Hot 100, followed by Motoki Ohmori’s “Haiiro,” fav me’s “Nyan te Zurui no!,” =LOVE’s “Koi, Hajimemashita.” and Wasuta’s “Watta Life!”billboard.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines September 9, 2026 09.09.2026 4min

  Here’s a tightened version designed to stay well under 3,000 characters, including links:Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel and Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum open in Nashville Sept. 29. The 245-room hotel includes two venues and a café; the museum features artifacts and interactive exhibits celebrating Parton’s life and career. SpinSwayvoTwain, Bentley Green and G Perico join Universal’s Snoop Dogg biopic, playing Biggie, RBX and Big Reecie Cup. Directed by Craig Brewer, it opens Aug. 6, 2027. VarietyAs I Lay Dying previewed “Polarized” and “Retribution” and is letting fans help finalize the tracklist for its ninth album. The songs arrive Sept. 15. LoudwireElla Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” remains No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for a record-tying 21st week. BillboardPantera headlines The Great NOLA Trendkill in New Orleans Nov. 20–21, joined by Down, Corrosion of Conformity and Black Label Society. It marks Philip Anselmo’s first hometown performance in 30 years. ConsequenceMotörhead gets an exhibition at Las Vegas’ Punk Rock Museum Oct. 2, featuring handwritten lyrics, photos and one of Lemmy’s Rickenbacker basses. ConsequenceA previously unreleased 1974 Van Halen demo, “Glitter,” will appear with a limited-edition anthology book in November, including rare photos, memorabilia and Alex Van Halen spoken-word recordings. ConsequenceJhené Aiko announced “Westside Whimsy,” her first album since 2020’s “Chilombo,” arriving Sept. 11. Inspired by ’90s music and California culture. BillboardBillie Eilish makes her feature-film acting debut as Esther Greenwood in Sarah Polley’s adaptation of “The Bell Jar.” Production has wrapped; no release date is set. SourceRolling Stone’s top 5 cat songs: The Cure, “The Lovecats”; Al Stewart, “Year of the Cat”; Squeeze, “Cool for Cats”; Elton John, “Honky Cat”; Stray Cats, “Stray Cat Strut.” Rolling Stone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines September 8, 2026 08.09.2026 5min

  CD sales surged 45.7% in the first half of 2026 to 17.5 million units, driven by K-pop editions and younger collectors. Streaming revenue also grew to $4.9 billion. Country music is embracing more open sexuality, with Kacey Musgraves, Miranda Lambert and Riley Green among artists leading the trend.Rosanne Cash postponed three Wyoming and Montana shows due to an “unforeseen medical emergency.” She is recovering under doctors’ supervision and expects to return September 19. Dan Deacon released his soundtrack for HBO Max’s The Dark Wizard, a documentary series about free climber Dean Potter.Iron Maiden launched the U.S. leg of its Run For Your Lives 50th anniversary tour with a classic-era setlist. Anthrax opens, with Megadeth on select dates; Simon Dawson is on drums. The Earl Scruggs Music Festival opened with The Earls of Leicester honoring Flatt & Scruggs and Béla Fleck showcasing his innovative banjo playing. Carrie Underwood surprised fans at Iowa’s Velocity Festival with nu-metal covers including Limp Bizkit’s “Break Stuff,” plus Linkin Park and Papa Roach songs.Macklemore faces backlash from the Israeli-American Council after saying “Free Palestine” during his opening set for Ed Sheeran at MetLife Stadium. A petition calls for his removal from the tour. JISOO’s “Click” topped Billboard’s new music poll with more than 50% of the vote. LISA’s “SaWaDiKa” finished second with nearly 45%.Top 5 Albums:The Sin: Bliss — ENHYPENDandelion — Ella LangleyYou Seem Pretty Sad For a Girl So In Love — Olivia RodrigoI’m the Problem — Morgan WallenUltimate Dolly Parton — Dolly PartonJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines September 4th, 2026 04.09.2026 4min

  Suno pulled an ad featuring Mary J. Blige after backlash over the impression that she endorsed its generative-AI platform. Sources close to Blige say she participated only in a product demonstration and never agreed to become a Suno spokesperson.variety.comThe Soul Train Awards return Nov. 27 after a three-year hiatus, airing on BET and, for the first time, CBS. The ceremony will be taped in Chicago, where Don Cornelius launched the original Soul Train.variety.comMargo Price, Robert Plant, Brandi Carlile, I’m With Her and Kashus Culpepper are among the performers and presenters announced for the 25th annual Americana Honors & Awards, taking place Sept. 16 at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium.billboard.comMicky Dolenz celebrates the Monkees’ 60th anniversary with Timeless, a six-song EP featuring covers of songs by Paul Westerberg, Andy Partridge, Adam Schlesinger, Shelby Lynne and others.billboard.comCBS will air two retrospective MTV VMA specials hosted by Donnie Wahlberg and Vanessa Lachey on Sept. 13 and 20 ahead of the live Sept. 27 Video Music Awards.billboard.comAlanis Morissette is suing former tour manager Keren Urinov for civil extortion, fraud and negligent misrepresentation, alleging Urinov threatened to implicate her in a drug-trafficking case unless she received a lucrative 15-year employment contract and other assistance.rollingstone.comNew Music Friday:“Bass Persuades” — Mileymusic.apple.com“SaWaDiKa” — LISAmusic.apple.com“So Good” — Shay Lia & KAYTRANADAmusic.apple.com“Nicole Kidman” — ADÉLAmusic.apple.com“Boots” — Kane Brown feat. Shania Twainmusic.apple.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines September 3rd, 2026 03.09.2026 4min

  Cassandra Wilson, the Grammy-winning jazz singer, songwriter and producer known for her soulful contralto and genre-blending style, has died at age 70.billboard.comStevie Nicks and Olivia Rodrigo will both appear on the Practical Magic 2 soundtrack, with Fleetwood Mac’s “Landslide” and Rodrigo’s “The Cure.”billboard.comAriana Grande’s 41-date Eternal Sunshine Tour grossed $107.9 million and sold 638,000 tickets, setting new career highs for average gross and attendance per show.billboard.comSean Ono Lennon and longtime partner Charlotte Kemp Muhl have welcomed their first child, a son named Aurelius, the only grandchild of Yoko Ono and the late John Lennon.music-news.comAlex Van Halen has been appointed a Knight in the Order of the Netherlands Lion in recognition of his influential drumming and career.rollingstone.comDollywood announced permanent additions honoring founder Dolly Parton, including a memorial footpath, tribute kiosks, expanded exhibits and chapel renovations.rollingstone.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines Spetember 2, 2026 02.09.2026 5min

  Tupac Shakur’s family expressed relief following Duane “Keffe D” Davis’ conviction for Shakur’s 1996 murder, the first conviction in the nearly 30-year-old case. The family says Shakur’s legacy extends beyond the trial. The Warning will headline the NFL halftime show in Mexico City on Nov. 22, performing at Estadio Banorte before Vikings-49ers.Eladio Carrión’s “Polaroid” reaches No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart after 18 weeks, his second chart-topper. A judge dismissed much of a copyright lawsuit against Bad Bunny and other artists, ruling Steely & Clevie failed to establish copyright ownership of the dembow rhythm. Alanis Morissette sued former tour manager Keren Urinov, alleging extortion, blackmail and incompetence during her 2025 tour. “Weird Al” Yankovic released his 2009 educational short film “Al’s Brain” and “The Brain Song,” featuring Paul McCartney, Patton Oswalt and others. Miley Cyrus announced “Bass Persuades,” due Sept. 18, with 10 tracks and collaborations with Model/Actriz and Andrew Wyatt. She’ll perform it in full at the Hollywood Bowl Oct. 16 and 18. Tears for Fears’ Roland Orzabal’s memoir “Welcome to Your Life: An Astrological Memoir” combines his life story with astrology and debuted No. 3 on the New York Times bestseller list. Andrew W.K. surprise-released “Temptation to Exist,” his first album since 2021, a 10-track instrumental jazz noir project on which he performs every instrument. BABYMETAL appears on a limited-edition Marvel Zombies: War Zone #1 variant cover, inspired by their song “From Me To U.”Top 5 songs this week in 1986: 5. Friends and Lovers—Gloria Loring & Carl Anderson; 4. Dancing on the Ceiling—Lionel Richie; 3. Higher Love—Steve Winwood; 2. Take My Breath Away—Berlin; 1. Venus—Bananarama.Join the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines September 1, 2026 01.09.2026 5min

  Lionel Richie was hospitalized after his Aug. 29 St. Louis concert but is reportedly okay. He recently ended a Minnesota show early after becoming dizzy. He plans to resume touring with Earth, Wind & Fire in September and October. Rolling StoneA Rolling Stone review finds Prince’s new posthumous album “Timeless,” a collection of outtakes spanning decades, flat and disjointed, with little of the creativity and spark of his classic work. Rolling StoneKelly Clarkson ended her talk show after seven seasons with an emotional finale featuring her children and a special Kellyoke performance. She thanked viewers and the crew and will continue with other projects, including “The Voice.” Billboard“Lion King” composer Lebo M must pay comedian Learnmore Jonasi $39,560 in legal fees after dropping a defamation lawsuit over a joke about the “Circle of Life” chant. A California court ruled in Jonasi’s favor under the anti-SLAPP law. BillboardMike Judge plans to reclaim ownership of “Beavis and Butt-Head” from Paramount when his rights potentially revert in 2027, 35 years after the characters debuted. ConsequenceAI music company Suno is being sued by Gerencia 360 Music, which alleges Suno trained its model on copyrighted regional Mexican music. The label is seeking nearly $100 million in damages. BillboardSony Music and Warner are suing Anthropic over alleged unauthorized use of copyrighted compositions to train its AI models. The labels seek up to $150,000 per work. FuturismAtlanta producer Mr. 2-17 is turning his success remixing Ms. Rachel songs into educational content for children, while continuing his after-school programs, filmmaking lessons and community giveaways. CBS News AtlantaGhost frontman Tobias Forge announced a band hiatus following the “Skeletour,” saying exhaustion and uncertainty about the future prompted the break. He plans to focus on family and other creative projects before returning to Ghost. NMEMastodon drummer Brann Dailor recalled bonding with late Slipknot drummer Joey Jordison over “River’s Edge,” with their text-message movie-quote exchange eventually running Dailor an $800 phone bill. Louder SoundTop 5 Singles: 5. Ariana Grande — “Hate That I Made You Love Me” 4. Morgan Wallen — “Been By Now” 3. Taylor Swift — “I Knew It, I Knew You” 2. Stella Lefty — “Boston” 1. Ella Langley — “Choosin’ Texas” Billboard Charts on InstagramJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines August 31, 2026 31.08.2026 5min

  ENHYPEN’s “THE SIN : BLISS” debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 98,000 equivalent album units, their first chart-topper. Dolly Parton’s “Ultimate Dolly Parton” reenters at No. 5 following her death. BillboardThe Warning’s “Kerosene” hits No. 1 on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart, making the Mexican all-women band the first Mexican act and first all-women act to top the chart in its 45-year history. BillboardKATSEYE’s Sophia Laforteza will miss the European and UK dates of the Wildworld Tour to focus on her mental health and well-being. BillboardFinneas married Claudia Sulewski in an intimate Santa Barbara ceremony officiated by Billie Eilish. BillboardKacey Musgraves’ stage caught fire during her Boston show, apparently from pyrotechnics. The fire was quickly extinguished, and she continued her 23-song set. ConsequenceElla Langley returned to Auburn University and shared advice with the Phi Mu sorority about self-care, mental health and surrounding yourself with supportive people. Whiskey RiffOlivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields Festival raised $10 million for nonprofits supporting women and girls. Melinda Gates matched the donation, bringing the total to $20 million. VarietyFlorence + The Machine headlined Reading Festival for the first time since 2012. For the final song, Florence asked the crowd to put away their phones and experience the moment. NMEFear Factory released “Roboticist,” their first new music since 2021, featuring vocalist Milo Silvestro. RevolverBad Wolves guitarist AJ Rebollo quit over the band’s planned “Jolene” cover, saying its release following Dolly Parton’s death could appear exploitative. LoudwireTop 5 Albums: 1. KATSEYE – Wild; 2. Phoebe Bridgers – Lost Weekened; 3. Stray Kids – This & That; 4. Olivia Rodrigo – You Seem Pretty Sad For a Girl So in Love; 5. Ella Langley – Dandelion. Billboard Charts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines August 28th, 2026 29.08.2026 4min

  KATSEYE withdrew from Olivia Rodrigo’s Aug. 29 Daisy Chain Fields benefit festival after Megan Skiendiel sprained her ankle. Devon Again joins the Dandelion Stage at 1:05 p.m., while Santigold takes KATSEYE’s former 2:15 p.m. slot.Snoop Dogg’s Dr. Bombay and Deel are hiring a worldwide remote ice cream taster for a three-month contract paying $10,000 per month. No culinary experience is required; applications remain open for three weeks.Dolly Parton’s sister Stella said the singer offered to let doctors try experimental cancer drugs if her condition became hopeless, hoping the research might help future patients.The Weeknd topped Billboard’s monthly Top Tours chart for the first time after 16 July shows grossed $124.4 million and sold 892,000 tickets. Billboard Boxscore says the After Hours til Dawn Tour had grossed $910.1 million through Aug. 1, making it the highest-grossing tour by an R&B or Black artist.Selena Gomez asked a Delaware federal court to dismiss claims against her in a Wondermind investor lawsuit. Her lawyers call the allegations “absurd,” arguing that she was a minority shareholder and consultant who did not run the company.Friday’s new releases:“Fallen Angel” — Jennie“Mar Azul” — Natanael Cano“Emerald Eyes” — Alex Warren“Insignificant Other” — Queens of the Stone Age“Mainstay” — Rod Wave feat. Luv VonJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines August 27th, 2026 27.08.2026 4min

  British actor and singer Tim Curry has died at 80. The Rocky Horror Picture Show star also appeared in Clue, It, Annie and Home Alone 2, earned three Tony nominations and a Primetime Emmy nomination, and became a prolific voice actor.Beyoncé is donating $1 million to groups providing food and housing supplies after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia’s Chocó region.Post Malone has released a remastered edition of his 2016 debut mixtape August 26th on streaming services and vinyl for the first time, marking its 10th anniversary.Kehlani canceled shows in Camden, New Jersey, and Washington, D.C., after severe pain and an inability to swallow led to a hospital visit. The tour is expected to resume Aug. 29 in Richmond, Virginia.Queen Budapest, documenting Queen’s final filmed live performance with Freddie Mercury, opens Oct. 7 in more than 2,000 cinemas, including select IMAX screens. The restored film and remixed audio arrive on Blu-ray, DVD, CD and triple-LP Oct. 30.Stage Tour, a rhythm game developed by Guitar Hero veterans at RedOctane Games, launches Dec. 10 for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X/S with more than 90 licensed songs.Japan Hot 100:“Setsuna Hanabi” — TOMORROW X TOGETHER“Suki-ish” — AKB48“Yes! Tokyo” — EBiDAN“ONIGOTO” — Kento Nakajima“Brand New” — Mrs. GREEN APPLEJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines August 26, 2026 26.08.2026 4min

  Dolly Parton, the iconic singer and songwriter, died at 80 in Nashville. Her career spanned more than five decades, crossing country and pop and producing countless hits. Donations are encouraged to her Imagination Library. Eminem shared a heartfelt letter from Dolly Parton praising his talent and describing an “unexplained connection” to him. Paul Thomas Anderson’s film of Geese frontman Cameron Winter’s sold-out Carnegie Hall performance will tour North America beginning November 20. The 35mm film features songs from Winter’s solo album and unreleased tracks. Amy Winehouse’s Back to Black gets a 20th-anniversary reissue October 23 with the original album, demos, rarities, a live album and new liner notes on triple-CD and triple-LP editions. Soundgarden will perform at the Seattle Seahawks’ NFL season opener with Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready and Taylor Momsen. It will be the band’s fifth performance since Chris Cornell’s death. Bruce Dickinson recruited horror icon Bill Moseley for a music video filming in Nevada. Dickinson’s next solo album is expected in early 2027 and features 16 songs recorded with his touring band, including a collaboration with son Austin. Kanye West’s October concerts in St. Petersburg, Russia, were canceled after Gazprom Arena said no agreement had been signed. Spiritbox singer Courtney LaPlante released her first signature vocal plugin with MixWave, featuring seven vocal-processing modules. Universal Studios is bringing “Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness” haunted houses to Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando and Hollywood, featuring scenes inspired by Ozzy’s solo career. TOP 5 ALBUMS — THIS WEEK 20 YEARS AGONow That’s What I Call Music 22 — Various ArtistsYear of the Dog Again — DMXKidz Bop 10 — Kidz Bop KidsCome What(ever) May — Stone SourLeToya — LeToyaJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscordFor Hammond Chamberlain, working behind the scenes, this is Brian Ibbott. Thanks again for listening.That’s it for today. We’ll catch you on the flip side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines August 25, 2026 25.08.2026 4min

  Sony Music is suing Kroger over nearly 400 TikTok and Instagram ads allegedly using songs by Beyoncé, Billy Joel, Michael Jackson and Outkast without permission. Sony says Kroger exploited the songs’ popularity to boost its social media reachJessica Simpson’s fall Walmart fashion line arrives as she returns to music after a 15-year hiatus, alongside a new Netflix documentary about her career and personal journey. Stray Kids’ concert film The dominATE Experience, filmed during their SoFi Stadium shows, is now on Blu-ray and DVD with a bonus “ITEM” performance. A Seoul concert Blu-ray is also available. Lindsey Stirling announced her 25-city 2026 Snow Waltz Holiday Tour, beginning November 18 in Hollywood, Florida, with ARKAI. Tickets go on sale August 28. North West released her six-track debut EP N0rth4evr, blending rage rap, emo, hyperpop, alt-rock and metal as she works to establish her own musical identity. Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” has spent 19 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, tying the record for the longest-running non-holiday song. Alice Cooper’s 24th annual Christmas Pudding fundraiser is set for December 12 in Phoenix, featuring Dee Snider, Lzzy Hale, Joe Hottinger and John 5. Proceeds benefit Solid Rock Teen Centers. Tickets go on sale August 28.Australia’s ARIA has banned entirely AI-generated songs from its charts and Music Awards. Generative-AI music must be “substantially human made” to qualify. Top 5 Albums:5. Dandelion — Ella Langley4. You Seem Pretty Sad For a Girl So in Love — Olivia Rodrigo3. This & That — Stray Kids2. Lost Weekend — Phoebe Bridgers1.Wild — KatseyeJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscordFor Hammond Chamberlain, working behind the scenes, this is Brian Ibbott. Thanks again for listening. That’s it for today, we’ll catch you on the flip side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines August 24, 2026 24.08.2026 4min

  KATSEYE’s “WILD” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 170,000 equivalent album units, their biggest week yet and making them the fourth all-woman group to top the chart this decade. Phoebe Bridgers’ “Lost Weekend” debuted at No. 2 with 118,000 units, her first solo top-10 album. ENHYPEN’s “THE SIN: BLISS” won Billboard’s new music poll with nearly 73% of the vote. It’s their first release since Heeseung’s departure. Dolly Parton is exploring avatar performances as health issues limit her appearances. She’s in early talks with companies producing the technology. Bret Michaels canceled the rest of his 2026 tour to recover from surgeries, including kidney-stone removal and a ureteral stent. Foo Fighters performed a career-spanning set with the LA Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl honoring departing music director Gustavo Dudamel, including several rare songs. Olivia Rodrigo released “Serena Joy,” a non-album track inspired by The Handmaid’s Tale character. The song was initially available only on a limited-edition CD and is now streaming digitally.Céline Dion is preparing for her Paris residency with an intensive fitness regimen including Pilates and ballet, marking her first live performances since 2022. Big Thief debuted their surprise triple album “Horsepower” at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, performing the entire album during a three-hour show with guests including Iris DeMent, Gillian Welch and Lucinda Williams. W.A.S.P.’s Blackie Lawless is writing an autobiography, “Tales From The Square Mile,” focusing on Hollywood’s influence on his life and career rather than a typical rock memoir. Musical Spirograph is a browser-based generative music tool that uses geometric patterns to create compositions, with customizable rotors, scales, synths and more. Top Five Singles:5. Hate That I Made You Love Me — Ariana Grande4. Boston — Stella Lefty3. Been By Now — Morgan Wallen2. I Knew It, I Knew You — Taylor Swift1.Choosin’ Texas — Ella LangleyJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscordFor Hammond Chamberlain, working behind the scenes, this is Brian Ibbott. Thanks again for listening.That’s it for today, we’ll catch you on the flip side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines August 21st, 2026 21.08.2026 4min

  Madonna leads the 2026 MTV VMAs with 11 nominations, while Taylor Swift follows with nine and could become the most-awarded artist in VMA history with one win.⁠nme.comMelissa Manchester, Victoria Williams, and Smashing Pumpkins touring guitarist Kiki Wong are the first announced honorees for the 2027 She Rocks Awards.⁠billboard.comMetepec authorities canceled Luis R. Conriquez’s May 15 fair appearance over concerns that his music could potentially glorify crime, following violence at a previous concert where fans became angry after he declined to perform corridos associated with criminal activity.⁠billboard.comDuane “Keffe D” Davis is facing trial over prosecutors’ allegation that he orchestrated Tupac Shakur’s 1996 drive-by killing in retaliation for an assault on his nephew, Orlando Anderson.⁠rollingstone.comDef Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell says his Hodgkin lymphoma has returned after he announced he was in complete remission in 2025, and he may need another stem-cell transplant.⁠rollingstone.comMariah Carey will mark the 25th anniversary of her Glitter soundtrack with its first vinyl release and an expanded digital edition featuring unreleased recordings.⁠rollingstone.comFoo Fighters will open for AC/DC for one night only in St. Louis on September 8, replacing the Pretty Reckless, with Dave Grohl calling the opportunity a “dream come true.”⁠nme.comAnd it’s Friday! Let’s check out the latest releases that dropped this week!“Constant Companion” by Sam Smith⁠music.apple.com“Say Yes” by Weezer⁠music.apple.com“Hit the Sky” by Wolf Alice⁠music.apple.com“Talk It Over” by Leon Bridges⁠music.apple.com“Bloody Paradise” by ENHYPEN⁠music.apple.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines August 20th, 2026 20.08.2026 4min

  Demon Hunter sued Netflix and AEG Presents, alleging that the KPop Demon Hunters concert tour infringes its trademarks and confuses consumers.⁠reuters.comA Los Angeles judge allowed Ariana Grande to immediately subpoena records to identify alleged hackers she says stole and sold unreleased material, including dozens of songs.⁠rollingstone.comA federal judge dismissed The Twigs’ trademark-infringement claims against FKA Twigs, finding the band waited about a decade to pursue them after dropping an earlier case.⁠music-news.comPhoebe Bridgers was hospitalized with appendicitis and canceled three UK shows, which she says will be rescheduled.⁠music-news.comUniversal Music Group and Apple Corps formed a long-term global partnership to manage The Beatles’ merchandise, licensing, and online retail.⁠music-news.comTyler, the Creator’s Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival returns to Dodger Stadium November 14–15 with Future, Don Toliver, Steve Lacy, Turnstile, and more.⁠rollingstone.comGreen Day bassist Mike Dirnt will sell career-spanning instruments, amplifiers, and stage clothing through his Reverb shop beginning September 9.⁠rollingstone.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines August 19, 2026 19.08.2026 4min

  ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard died at 77 after stepping away from touring earlier this summer due to health issues. Beard, Billy Gibbons and Dusty Hill formed ZZ Top’s classic lineup for 50 years. Calle 24 canceled the remaining dates of his U.S. Eterno Tour after his work visa was unexpectedly revoked, affecting seven shows. Jay Worthy and Sean House’s LNDN DRGS released the 16-bit video game P of the Week, coinciding with their upcoming Generation P album featuring Snoop Dogg, George Clinton and others. Lady Gaga won a trademark lawsuit over her Mayhem album title, with a judge ruling the case lacked merit and that the First Amendment protected its use. A Harvard study found U.S. traffic fatalities increased 15% on days major albums were released on streaming services, potentially due to distracted driving. Charley Crockett says Twin Temple fabricated the reason for their removal from his tour, insisting production demands—not “Satanic imagery”—led to the decision. Milwaukee rapper Funny $Money, born Quentene Williams, died at 33 in a shooting. The National Symphony Orchestra will perform 60 concerts across six Washington-area halls and tour nationally during the Kennedy Center’s two-year renovation.Maynard James Keenan and his wife are opening Queen B Sushi in Cottonwood, Arizona, September 4, near their Queen B Vinyl Café. Top 5 rock films coming summer/fall 2026: 5. Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear4. Nimrods – A Green Day Comedy3. Ghost, 2 Big to Rig2. Neil Peart: No One’s Disciple1. Linkin Park: Unshatter. Join the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Daily Music Headlines August 18, 2026 18.08.2026 5min

  Jonas Brothers announced a 45-city North American “Burnin’ Up Tour All Over Again,” starting Sept. 25 with Magnus Ferrell, Franklin Jonas and All Time Low. Tickets Aug. 21. BillboardEllie Goulding sued former TaP Management managers Ben Mawson and Ed Millet, alleging they failed to disclose Live Nation’s controlling stake in the company, creating a conflict that hurt her business opportunities. BillboardRicky Martin and Pedro Sampaio will headline the halftime show at the Sept. 27 NFL Rio Game between the Ravens and Cowboys at Maracanã Stadium. BillboardSystem of a Down will headline a Jan. 15, 2027 Rio concert at Maracanã with Faith No More. Presale begins today; general sales Aug. 21. BillboardYungblud broke his leg in a motorcycle accident at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally but plans to continue his tour. BillboardRound Hill Music sued AI companies Suno and Anthropic, alleging they used tens of thousands of copyrighted songs, including more than 500 Round Hill titles, to train AI models. Potential damages could exceed $1 billion. BillboardOzzfest returns in 2027 at Birmingham’s Villa Park before coming to America. A U.S. venue has not yet been announced. ConsequencePhoebe Bridgers released her third album, “Lost Weekend,” and a “I Can’t Wait” video following a fly through Los Angeles. She’s touring the UK and internationally. DIYPilpil Music’s “Faces & Places” presents 20 string-quintet works spanning Baroque through Stravinsky. Indie BoulevardDuane “Keffe D” Davis is on trial for Tupac Shakur’s 1996 murder. Prosecutors cite alleged confessions; his defense disputes their reliability and evidence placing him in Las Vegas. Rolling StoneColumbia House will shut its DVD/Blu-ray mail-order club Sept. 15, ending the latest chapter of the company famous for its 12-albums-for-a-penny deal. ConsequenceTop 5 Albums:5. I’m the Problem — Morgan Wallen4. Dandelion — Ella Langley3. You Seem Pretty Sad For a Girl So in Love — Olivia Rodrigo2. Petal — Ariana GrandeThis & That — Stray KidsJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: tiny.cc/dmhdiscord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.