Daily Music Headlines

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.html
Robert 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-tour
George 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 Kahan
4. Prima — Adela
3. I’m the Problem — Morgan Wallen
2. You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love — Olivia Rodrigo
Dandelion — Ella Langley
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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”

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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 Lorelei

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Harry Styles says his Together, Together Tour will continue into 2027, with additional dates and cities still to be announced.
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BLACKPINK’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.
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Alanis Morissette has recorded her first holiday album, mixing traditional favorites with original songs and featuring a guest appearance by Martin Short.
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Wicked 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.
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Amazon 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.
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Ray LaMontagne recovered from heat-related dehydration after collapsing during his September 5 Nashville concert and returned to the stage in Louisville the following night.
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Elton John headlined Rock in Rio for roughly 100,000 fans with a career-spanning set that included a rare performance of “Skyline Pigeon.”
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Tom 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.
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EBiDAN’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!”
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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. Spin
SwayvoTwain, 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. Variety
As I Lay Dying previewed “Polarized” and “Retribution” and is letting fans help finalize the tracklist for its ninth album. The songs arrive Sept. 15. Loudwire
Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” remains No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for a record-tying 21st week. Billboard
Pantera 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. Consequence
Motörhead gets an exhibition at Las Vegas’ Punk Rock Museum Oct. 2, featuring handwritten lyrics, photos and one of Lemmy’s Rickenbacker basses. Consequence
A 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. Consequence
Jhené Aiko announced “Westside Whimsy,” her first album since 2020’s “Chilombo,” arriving Sept. 11. Inspired by ’90s music and California culture. Billboard
Billie 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. Source
Rolling 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
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