Daily Music Headlines

Ella Langley hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with “Choosin’ Texas,” her first chart-topper and the first by a woman to simultaneously lead the Hot 100, Hot Country Songs, and Country Airplay charts. The Miranda Lambert collaboration previews Langley’s upcoming album Dandelion.

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show triggered a massive streaming spike, with Spotify streams up 470% in the U.S. and 210% globally. Guests Ricky Martin and Lady Gaga also saw boosts, including a 145% jump for Martin.

The Ex-Faces, featuring former Mushroomhead members, expanded to seven with bassist Jack “Pig Benis” Kilcoyne, bringing both Kilcoyne brothers into the lineup and creating a near-complete classic-era reunion. Founder Jeff Hatrix says he will not join the project.

Chappell Roan has exited Wasserman Agency after reports linking founder Casey Wasserman to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Roan cited accountability and personal standards, following similar criticism from other artists.

Jonny Greenwood and director Paul Thomas Anderson are seeking removal of Greenwood’s Phantom Thread track “Barbara Rose” from a Melania documentary, saying Universal used the music without consent and breached his composer agreement.

Legendary metal label Combat Records will relaunch in 2026 under new owners Robert Dujmusic and Alex Stojak, focusing on new releases from established acts and emerging underground bands.

Rick Wakeman and Griff Rhys Jones debut a new weekly podcast, The Sound Of The Seventy Year Olds, on February 27, reflecting on life, culture, and events from the 1960s to today.

Top Albums (Billboard 200):
5. The Life Of A Showgirl – Taylor Swift
4. The Art Of Loving – Olivia Dean
3. I’m The Problem – Morgan Wallen
2. Debi Tirar Mas Fotos – Bad Bunny
1.Octane – Don Toliver

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Paul Simon, Mary J. Blige, Elvis Costello, and Hozier will headline the 10th annual Love Rocks NYC benefit concert on March 5 at the Beacon Theatre, supporting God’s Love We Deliver and its work with people living with AIDS.

Brad Arnold, founding vocalist of 3 Doors Down and co-writer of their breakout hit “Kryptonite,” has died at 47 after a battle with cancer. He continued performing with the band until his health declined.

Greg Brown, founding guitarist of Cake and co-writer of “The Distance,” has died following a brief illness. Brown helped shape the band’s early sound on their first two albums before leaving in 1997.

A lost 1980 rehearsal tape featuring Ozzy Osbourne, Randy Rhoads, and Bob Daisley has surfaced, capturing a 12-minute blues-rock jam recorded before Blizzard of Ozz. The tape offers a rare glimpse into their early chemistry.

Bad Bunny became the first Latin artist to headline a Super Bowl halftime show primarily in Spanish, celebrating Puerto Rican culture with a high-energy set and guest appearances by Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin.

Slash confirmed the new SLASH FEATURING MYLES KENNEDY & THE CONSPIRATORS album is finished and targeting a January 2027 release, followed by a full world tour after Guns N’ Roses commitments.

Slipknot will release Look Outside Your Window, a collection of unreleased and experimental tracks from the All Hope Is Gone sessions, on vinyl for Record Store Day April 18.

Steven Wilson launched Headphone Dust, a new immersive audio platform offering high-resolution, 5.1, and Atmos editions of his work, including a new Atmos mix of The Raven That Refused to Sing.

Role Model surprised fans by bringing out members of The Wiggles during his Laneway Festival Sydney set, part of his rotating live collaborations for the song “Sally.”

Hot Singles (Billboard Hot 100):
5. “The Fate of Ophelia” – Taylor Swift
4. “Golden” – HUNTR/X
3. “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean
2. “Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley
1.“Aperture” – Harry Styles

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• Bad Bunny Super Bowl LX – Bad Bunny says his 2026 Super Bowl halftime show will be a “huge party,” focused on fun, dancing, and celebration, with Puerto Rican cultural elements. He says fans won’t need to understand Spanish to enjoy it, and he’s staying quiet on surprises.
• Bad Bunny Podcast Deal – Bad Bunny has signed a multiyear partnership with iHeartMedia and Rimas Sports to launch his first podcast series, featuring conversations about music, culture, sports, and personal stories, expanding his reach beyond music.
• Kid ’n Play Health Update – Christopher “Kid” Reid has undergone a successful heart transplant following a public battle with heart disease. His family says he’s recovering well and grateful for the support from fans and his medical team.
• Twisted Sister Tour Canceled – Twisted Sister has canceled all 2026 50th-anniversary reunion tour dates after Dee Snider stepped away due to serious health issues, including degenerative arthritis and heart complications.
• BLACKPINK Tracklist – BLACKPINK has revealed the five-song tracklist for their mini-album Deadline, including last year’s “JUMP.” The release arrives February 27 and marks their first Korean project since Born Pink in 2022.
• Zayn 2026 Tour – Zayn announced the 2026 Konnakol Tour supporting his new album Konnakol, kicking off April 23 in Toronto with dates across North America and Europe, his first full tour in several years.
• New Music Friday Picks
Zayn – “Die For Me”
Tame Impala & Jennie – “Dracula (JENNIE Remix)”
EJAE – “Time After Time”
Sombr – “Homewrecker”
Ella Mai – “Might Just”
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• Harry Styles will mark the release of his new album Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. with a one-night-only £20 concert at Co-op Live in Manchester on March 6, release day for the album.

• Lil Jon’s 27-year-old son, Nathan Smith (DJ Young Slade), has been reported missing in Milton, Georgia after leaving home on foot Feb. 3 without a phone. Police say he may be disoriented as the search continues.

• Noel Gallagher has been named Songwriter of the Year ahead of the 2026 BRIT Awards, which will be held at Manchester’s Co-op Live, marking the ceremony’s return to the city.

• The 68th Annual Grammy Awards averaged 14.4 million viewers on CBS, down about 6 percent year over year, but still ranked as one of the season’s most-watched awards shows.

• American Idol will stream live on Disney+ for the first time starting March 30 with Season 24’s live shows, while continuing to air on ABC. An official American Idol podcast also launches alongside the season.

• Mexico’s consumer watchdog Profeco plans to fine Ticketmaster more than 5 million pesos over complaints tied to BTS’s Arirang Mexico City ticket sales, while also pressuring resale platforms to comply with local law.

• Billboard Japan Hot 100 Top 3:
No. 3 Hinatazaka46 “Cliffhanger”
No. 2 Mrs. GREEN APPLE “lulu.”
No. 1 Number_i “3XL”
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• Ramones Legal Battle Ends – Johnny Ramone’s widow Linda Cummings-Ramone bought out Joey Ramone’s brother Mickey Leigh, gaining full control of Ramones Productions Inc. and ending years of disputes over the band’s legacy and IP.

• Paul Simon Tour Returns – Paul Simon brings his A Quiet Celebration tour back to North America, featuring songs from Seven Psalms and career-spanning classics.

• Jive Records Relaunch – RCA revives Jive Records as a standalone label, naming former UnitedMasters execs Mike Weiss and David Melhado as co-presidents.

• Fred Armisen CNN Series – Fred Armisen hosts a new CNN series exploring Universal Music Group’s archives, spotlighting rare recordings from artists like Nirvana and Guns N’ Roses.

• Music Millennium for Sale – Portland’s Music Millennium, the Pacific Northwest’s oldest record store, is seeking a new owner as longtime steward Terry Currier looks to pass the torch.

• Tate McRae Olympic Campaign – Tate McRae fronts NBCUniversal’s “Legendary February” promo for the 2026 Winter Olympics and Super Bowl LX, filmed in the Italian Alps.

• Shkreli Sues RZA – Martin Shkreli claims RZA sold rights to Once Upon a Time in Shaolin twice. PleasrDAO counters that Shkreli forfeited any rights during his prosecution.

• Snoop Dogg at the Olympics – Snoop Dogg kicks off the Milano Cortina Winter Games as Team USA’s honorary coach, ghost-riding a Zamboni and filming cultural segments across Italy.

Hot Rock 100 – Billboard
5. “Purple Rain” – Prince
4. “Nice To Meet You” – Myles Smith
3. “Plastic Cigarette” – Zach Bryan
2. “End of Beginning” – Djo
“Back to Friends” – sombr
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