Daily Music Headlines

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.
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Melissa Manchester, Victoria Williams, and Smashing Pumpkins touring guitarist Kiki Wong are the first announced honorees for the 2027 She Rocks Awards.
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Metepec 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.
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Duane “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.
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Def 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.
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Mariah Carey will mark the 25th anniversary of her Glitter soundtrack with its first vinyl release and an expanded digital edition featuring unreleased recordings.
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Foo 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.”
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And it’s Friday! Let’s check out the latest releases that dropped this week!

“Constant Companion” by Sam Smith
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“Say Yes” by Weezer
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“Hit the Sky” by Wolf Alice
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“Talk It Over” by Leon Bridges
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“Bloody Paradise” by ENHYPEN
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Demon Hunter sued Netflix and AEG Presents, alleging that the KPop Demon Hunters concert tour infringes its trademarks and confuses consumers.
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A 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.
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A 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.
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Phoebe Bridgers was hospitalized with appendicitis and canceled three UK shows, which she says will be rescheduled.
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Universal Music Group and Apple Corps formed a long-term global partnership to manage The Beatles’ merchandise, licensing, and online retail.
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Tyler, the Creator’s Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival returns to Dodger Stadium November 14–15 with Future, Don Toliver, Steve Lacy, Turnstile, and more.
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Green Day bassist Mike Dirnt will sell career-spanning instruments, amplifiers, and stage clothing through his Reverb shop beginning September 9.
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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 Fear
4. Nimrods – A Green Day Comedy
3. Ghost, 2 Big to Rig
2. Neil Peart: No One’s Disciple
1. Linkin Park: Unshatter.

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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. Billboard
Ellie 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. Billboard
Ricky Martin and Pedro Sampaio will headline the halftime show at the Sept. 27 NFL Rio Game between the Ravens and Cowboys at Maracanã Stadium. Billboard
System of a Down will headline a Jan. 15, 2027 Rio concert at Maracanã with Faith No More. Presale begins today; general sales Aug. 21. Billboard
Yungblud broke his leg in a motorcycle accident at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally but plans to continue his tour. Billboard
Round 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. Billboard
Ozzfest returns in 2027 at Birmingham’s Villa Park before coming to America. A U.S. venue has not yet been announced. Consequence
Phoebe 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. DIY
Pilpil Music’s “Faces & Places” presents 20 string-quintet works spanning Baroque through Stravinsky. Indie Boulevard
Duane “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 Stone
Columbia 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. Consequence
Top 5 Albums:
5. I’m the Problem — Morgan Wallen
4. Dandelion — Ella Langley
3. You Seem Pretty Sad For a Girl So in Love — Olivia Rodrigo
2. Petal — Ariana Grande
This & That — Stray Kids
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Ayra Starr’s “Starrgirl” topped Billboard’s new music poll with 87%+ of the vote, featuring Zayn and Rema.

Stray Kids scored their ninth Billboard 200 No. 1 with “THIS & THAT,” earning 369,000 U.S. equivalent album units, their biggest week ever.

Lin-Manuel Miranda won’t return for “Moana 3” due to scheduling conflicts. Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear will write the sequel, now in development.

Dolly Parton missed Dollywood’s NightFlight Expedition opening after her doctor advised against travel due to ongoing health issues, including dizziness and dehydration.

Ella Langley’s “Dandelion” produced three No. 1 Country Airplay singles, making it only the 13th album by a woman to reach the milestone and the first in more than a decade.

Tarja Turunen calls “Frisson Noir” her heaviest album yet, blending symphonic prog metal with tango, flamenco and Japanese folk influences. Guests include Dani Filth and Sayo Komada.

Rock critic and biographer Dave Marsh has died at 76. The longtime Creem editor championed Bruce Springsteen and wrote influential biographies of Springsteen, The Who and Aretha Franklin.

Sheryl Crow will release “Pick You Up” October 9, featuring the protest song “Freedom Bus” with Jesse Welles.

Blink-182’s Tom DeLonge says U.S. government officials questioned him for two days about an alleged UFO encounter, though he declined to reveal details.

Top 5 Singles:
5. “I Knew It,I Knew You” — Taylor Swift
4. “Petal” — Ariana Grande
3. “Been By Now” — Morgan Wallen
2. “Hate That I Made You Love Me” — Ariana Grande
1. “Choosin’ Texas” — Ella Langley.

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