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Tune in daily for your 5-minute music update! 🎧 Stay ahead of the trends and keep your finger on the pulse of the music world with quick, fresh headlines covering breaking news, artist announcements, chart-toppers, industry buzz, and more. Perfect for music fans on the go—never miss a beat in under five minutes. Hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Daily Music Headlines April 24, 2026

    2 HR AGO

    Daily Music Headlines April 24, 2026

    Taylor Swift has been named Spotify’s most-streamed artist of all time as the platform marks its 20th anniversary. Music-News.com Thomas Bangalter of Daft Punk will release Mirage - Ballet for 16 Dancers on June 5, collecting his electronic score for a contemporary ballet created by Damien Jalet and Kōhei Nawa. Billboard.com Kylie Minogue is the subject of an upcoming three-part Netflix documentary exploring her life, career, personal archives, home footage, and interviews with friends, family, and collaborators. Music-News.com A former North Carolina police officer was arrested in Florida after authorities said he was planning a mass shooting at a major New Orleans music festival, possibly Jazz Fest. USAToday.com Tyla has announced her second album, APOP*, set for release July 24, continuing her popiano blend of pop, R&B, and amapiano. NME.com YouTube is expanding its likeness detection tool to help celebrities, artists, and entertainment figures identify unauthorized AI-generated videos using their likeness and request removal. DigitalMusicNews.com Spotify is testing optional AI Credits in its mobile Song Credits section, showing disclosed AI use when artists provide that information through labels or distributors. MusicBusinessWorldwide.com And it’s Friday, so here are some of the freshest songs dropped this week: “Window” - Foo Fighters Apple Music “Reward the Scars” - Korn Apple Music “REDRED” - Cortis Apple Music “Shoulda Never” - Kehlani feat. Usher Apple Music “Celebration” - Le Sserafim Apple Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  2. Daily Music Headlines April 23, 2026

    23 HR AGO

    Daily Music Headlines April 23, 2026

    Ticketmaster says it found scalpers holding thousands of Harry Styles tickets for his 30-date Madison Square Garden residency, and some of those seats will go back on sale through a fan request form opening April 30. Billboard Several D4vd collaborations, including tracks involving Laufey, Damiano David, and Kali Uchis, have been removed from streaming services as artists and teams move quickly to distance themselves following his arrest and criminal charges. Billboard KCON LA 2026 has added more performers, including EVAN, formerly Heeseung of ENHYPEN, in one of his earliest major appearances of his solo era. Billboard The 2026 CBGB Festival returns to New York on September 26 with a lineup including Morrissey, Patti Smith, Interpol, the Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter, Bikini Kill, Buzzcocks, and Violet Grohl. Billboard Shania Twain will host the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards on May 17 in Las Vegas, with the ceremony streaming live on Prime Video. Music-News Kanye West is facing mounting pressure to cancel a planned headline appearance at Italy’s Hellwat Festival, where backlash over his past antisemitic remarks continues to grow. NME Coachella has announced its 2027 festival dates for April 9-11 and April 16-18 at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, with passes going on sale May 1. NME Kraftwerk has suffered a setback in its long-running “Metall auf Metall” sampling case after Europe’s top court ruled the disputed Sabrina Setlur sample may qualify as legal pastiche under EU law. Variety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    Daily Music Headlines April 22, 2026

    Blackpink’s Jennie released a new track tied to an Apple Beats campaign for Beats Solo 4 (Onyx Black), featuring Jennie-inspired design elements. Launch set for April 24. Second Beats collab following 2025’s Ruby Red edition. Katseye will perform at the 2026 American Music Awards (May 25), with nominations for New Artist, Best Music Video, and Breakthrough Pop Artist. Recently played Coachella as a five-piece. Dave Mason died at 79. Retired from touring in 2025 due to health issues. Career spanned six decades, including “Feelin’ Alright” and work with Jimi Hendrix and Paul McCartney. Anthropic argues its Claude chatbot training on song lyrics is fair use, calling it transformative with no proven market harm. Case reflects broader industry fight over AI and copyright. The Michael biopic starring Jaafar Jackson earned mixed reviews—praised for performances, criticized as incomplete. Opens Friday. Drake announced ninth album “Iceman,” due May 15, revealed via a Toronto promo stunt. Project teased since 2024. Walrus Audio launched Highpoint analog compressor pedal with VU meter, hi-pass filter, and detailed control set. Priced at $349. EU court sided with Moses Pelham in a sampling case against Kraftwerk, ruling parody/pastiche exceptions can apply if new works are distinct. Major implications for sampling law. Devin Townsend will release 24-track orchestral album “The Moth” on May 29, featuring Noord Nederlands Orkest. Long-gestating concept project on transformation. Kacey Musgraves, Demi Lovato, and Miley Cyrus shared UFO experiences, describing sightings and interest in extraterrestrial phenomena. Billboard Hot Soundtrack Albums: Kpop Demon HuntersMoana (491 weeks)Purple Rain (757 weeks)Frozen: The SongsTwisters: The AlbumJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord Produced by Hammond Chamberlain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  4. 3 DAYS AGO

    Daily Music Headlines April 21, 2026

    Coachella headliners Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and Karol G all saw major Billboard 200 gains post-performance. Bieber landed seven albums on the chart, including SWAG in the top 10; Carpenter’s Man’s Best Friend and Short n’ Sweet rose; Karol G’s Tropicoqueta re-entered. Madonna reported vintage costumes stolen after her Coachella appearance with Carpenter. Missing items include a jacket, corset, and dress; a reward is offered. Shaboozey will release The Outlaw Cherie Lee & Other Western Tales July 31, a concept album about revenge and redemption. Lead single “Born to Die” arrives Friday. Gary Van Miert announced LP Music Sounds Better When You’re Stoned (June 19), blending country, blues, and psychedelia; title track is out now. Awakening at Wynn Las Vegas continues nightly, mixing music, dance, puppetry, and magic with ticket and dinner packages available. Phish wrapped a nine-night Sphere residency, using real-time reactive visuals and immersive tech as part of their improvisational performances. A previously unreleased 1991 track, “With This Tear,” from Prince is out now, marking the 10th anniversary of his death and previewing more archival releases. Grimes says her new album Psy Opera is nearly complete and discussed a “machine consciousness” documentary and renewed creativity after a K-pop collaboration. Windham Hill Records marks its 50th anniversary with a documentary (A Quiet Revolution), Berkeley concert, and crowd-funded compilation. Billy Strings broke his leg skateboarding backstage, postponing tour dates; plans to resume in July. Top 5 Albums: 5. The Art of Loving – Olivia Dean 4. Octane – Don Toliver 3. Arirang – BTS 2. I’m the Problem – Morgan Wallen Dandelion – Ella Langley Join the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  5. 4 DAYS AGO

    Daily Music Headlines April 20, 2026

    Emily Saliers of Indigo Girls revealed diagnoses of cervical dystonia and essential tremor, affecting her voice. She outlined treatment plans and said her voice will change, but she and Amy Ray will continue touring and performing. Tina Knowles previewed an excerpt from her memoir Matriarch at a Kurt Geiger London Mother’s Day event. The book covers raising Beyoncé and Solange and her breast cancer journey; she also launched a five-piece handbag collection with the brand. Ella Langley’s Dandelion debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 169K units, the biggest week for a woman in 2026 and for a female country artist in two years, driven largely by streaming. Stewart Copeland and naturalist Martyn Stewart released Wild Concerto, blending orchestration with decades of animal recordings to promote conservation awareness. Olivia Rodrigo’s “drop dead” leads the UK chart race, aiming for her fourth No. 1. Record Store Day and Coachella activity also boost releases from Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, and others. Gigs, a new iOS app from Now Playing creators, lets users relive past concerts by importing Setlist.fm data, tracking venues, and notifying when artists return. Coachella 2026 Weekend 2 outshined Weekend 1 with surprise guests like Madonna, SZA, and Olivia Rodrigo, as artists saved bigger moments for the second weekend. FC Basel canceled a Ye concert over value conflicts, adding to multiple cancellations across Europe amid ongoing controversies. Babymetal released a Major Lazer remix of “from me to u,” previewing Metal Forth (Deluxe Edition) out June 26. Top 5 Singles: 5. BTS – “Swim” 4. Alex Warren – “Ordinary” 3. Bruno Mars – “I Just Might” 2. Olivia Dean – “Man I Need” 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 Discord at http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord The show is produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. It's written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Tom Merritt is our executive producer. Theme music by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players. Thanks for listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  6. Daily Music Headlines April 17, 2026

    17 APR

    Daily Music Headlines April 17, 2026

    Adele is reportedly returning to the studio to record a new song tied to Tom Ford’s upcoming historical drama Cry to Heaven, which would also mark her acting debut and her first major new music in about five years.  Music-News Singer D4vd, born David Burke, was arrested in Los Angeles on suspicion of murder in connection with the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose body was found in the trunk of his impounded Tesla, and he is being held without bail while prosecutors review the case.  Variety Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball has become the biggest tour of her career, with Billboard reporting $362.9 million in gross revenue and 1.6 million tickets sold.  Billboard Moby says he will donate all of his profits from Coachella 2026 to four animal-rights organizations, extending his long-running activism into this year’s festival performances.  Billboard Lana Del Rey has released “First Light,” the official theme for the upcoming James Bond video game 007: First Light, created with veteran Bond composer David Arnold.  Billboard The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has clarified that original Oasis bassist Paul “Guigsy” McGuigan will be inducted with the band, and former drummer Alan White has also been added after the initial listing caused confusion.  NME Meghan Trainor has canceled her 2026 Get In Girl tour, saying that balancing a new album, tour prep, and life with her growing family became too much to take on right now.  Variety HYBE, SM, YG, and JYP are reportedly discussing a joint K-pop mega-festival called “Fanomenon,” with plans being explored for a Korean debut in late 2027 and possible global expansion after that, though the project does not appear to be finalized yet.  Digital Music News And it’s Friday, so here are some of the freshest releases of the week: “Drop Dead” - Olivia Rodrigo Apple Music “First Light” - Lana Del Rey Apple Music “Middle of Nowhere” - Kacey Musgraves Apple Music “Stick With You” - TOMORROW X TOGETHER Apple Music “Boots on the Ground” - Massive Attack and Tom Waits Apple Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  7. Daily Music Headlines April 16, 2026

    16 APR

    Daily Music Headlines April 16, 2026

    Live Nation and Ticketmaster were found by a New York jury to have illegally monopolized major concert venues, with jurors saying consumers in 22 states were overcharged by about $1.72 per ticket, setting up potentially huge damages while penalties are still to come. apnews.com CBS set the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards for September 27 and the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards for November 14 as part of its new season rollout. billboard.com Enrique Bunbury joked that Bad Bunny fans who accidentally bought tickets to his show are still welcome to come, but he is not planning to offer refunds. billboard.com Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, postponed his June 11 show in Marseille as French officials weighed blocking the concert over backlash tied to his past antisemitic remarks. music-news.com Australian police are investigating Ruby Rose’s allegation that Katy Perry sexually assaulted her at a Melbourne nightclub more than a decade ago, while Perry has denied the claim. nme.com Madonna says her new album Confessions II will arrive July 3, reuniting her with Stuart Price for a dance-focused follow-up to Confessions on a Dance Floor. nme.com Taylor Momsen says she is recovering after a venomous spider bite in Mexico sent her to the hospital while The Pretty Reckless toured with AC/DC. variety.com Usher and Chris Brown announced a 33-date co-headlining stadium trek called The R&B Tour, starting June 26 in Denver and ending December 11 in Tampa. variety.com Now let’s look at this week’s Billboard Japan Hot 100. Nogizaka46 is at No. 1 with “Saigo ni Kaidan wo Kakeagatta no wa Itsu da?”, followed by M!LK’s “Bakuretsu Aishiteru” at No. 2, OWV’s “ROCKET MODE” at No. 3, M!LK’s “Sukisugite Metsu!” at No. 4, and Kenshi Yonezu’s “IRIS OUT” at No. 5 on the chart published April 15, 2026. billboard-japan.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  8. 15 APR

    Daily Music Headlines April 15, 2026

    Joe Walsh addressed recent health issues during Long Goodbye Las Vegas residency, thanking fans and confirming he plans to continue shows. Taylor Swift leads 2026 American Music Awards nominations with eight, followed by Olivia Dean and Sombr with seven each. Ceremony is May 25 in Las Vegas. INXS will receive the Ted Albert Award at the 2026 APRA Music Awards, honoring their legacy, with a tribute performance planned. ENHYPEN announced the “BLOOD SAGA” world tour starting May 1 in Seoul, including first Latin America dates; wider global dates follow into 2027. Major labels hired Paul Clement to challenge a ruling allowing global enforcement of U.S. copyright termination rights, seeking Supreme Court review. Spotify and major labels won a $322M judgment against pirate site Anna’s Archive; enforcement may be difficult due to anonymous operators and domain changes. Rezz canceled Coachella weekend two due to health issues, joining other artists who pulled out of the festival. Moog released a limited Bob Moog Tribute Minimoog Model D reissue (500 units), with $500 per sale benefiting the Bob Moog Foundation. Record Store Day takes place Saturday, featuring exclusive vinyl from artists including The Cure and Bruce Springsteen. Argentina Hot 100: #1 “Swim” – BTS; #2 El Bogueto x Yung Beef; #3 Ryan Castro/Kapo/Gangsta; #4 TINI & Ulises Bueno; #5 La T y La M. 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 Discord at http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord The show is produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. It's written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Tom Merritt is our executive producer. Theme music by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players. Thanks for listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Tune in daily for your 5-minute music update! 🎧 Stay ahead of the trends and keep your finger on the pulse of the music world with quick, fresh headlines covering breaking news, artist announcements, chart-toppers, industry buzz, and more. Perfect for music fans on the go—never miss a beat in under five minutes. Hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    2025 - 2026
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