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Music News Radio
Stay updated with the latest in the world of music through “Music News Radio.” Our podcast brings you the hottest news, trends, and updates from trusted music sources like Billboard, NME, Rolling Stone, and Pitchfork, all transformed into engaging audio with the help of AI technology. Whether you’re a casual listener or a devoted fan, you’ll find something fresh and exciting in every episode. Please note that while we reference these reputable outlets, this podcast is independently produced and…
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Music News RadioHow Concord’s Roster of Progressive Pop Producers Is Evolving Mainstream Music
Years after making bets on a slew of producers on the cutting edge of internet culture, the publisher is reaping the benefits as pop follows suit.
Music News RadioBehind Music Companies’ Stock Market Stumble: ‘They Are Caught in Crosswinds’
Music companies have had a stock market stumble recently. Here’s why it’s happening to Universal Music Group, Spotify and more.
Music News RadioBenson Boone Recalls ‘Embarrassing’ Bathroom Encounter With Fan: ‘I Was Horrified’
Benson Boone recalled the “embarrassing” bathroom encounter he had with a fan that the singer says left him “horrified.”
Music News RadioThe Chicks Never Abandoned Country Music. ‘Taking the Long Way’ Is the Proof
The Chicks’ 2006 album ‘Taking the Long Way’ redefined what country music meant to them. A new deluxe edition is out now.
Music News RadioSlash Ft. Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators Announce New Album and Tour
Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators have announced a new studio album titled Flying Blind, and have announced a 2027 world tour.
Music News RadioStray Kids Join BTS in Grammy Submission Boycott
Stray Kids have not submitted music for the 2027 Grammy Awards, apparently joining BTS in a boycott of the new Best Asian Pop Performance category.
Music News RadioHow Charli xcx Is Challenging Herself With Music, Fashion, Film Tour: ‘I’ve Really Climbed My Way Up From Nothing’
Charli xcx chats about her Music, Fashion, Film Tour and why the show is her “perspective on being an artist, but also being human.”
Music News RadioBrandi Carlile Played a Stonewall Fundraiser – and Stuck Around to Sing Celine Dion & Madonna Karaoke
Brandi Carlile played a Stonewall fundraiser, then sang Celine Dion & Madonna karaoke.
Music News RadioSienna Spiro Performs “Great Expectation” on Austin City Limits: Exclusive
Watch Sienna Spiro Perform “Great Expectation” in an exclusive clip from this week’s episode of the live music series Austin City Limits.
Music News RadioWatch Metallica Spawn a Monster for Their Sphere Residency Opener
An array of ostentatious 3D graphics, including a giant Cthulhu, accompanied the band’s debut at the Las Vegas venue
Music News RadioMetallica’s ‘Master of Puppets’ Crosses Came to Life -- Then Became Bigger Than Life -- at the Sphere
Metallica brought to life the covers of ‘Master of Puppets,’ Ride the Lightning’ and ‘And Justice for All’ at first night of their Sphere residency.
Music News RadioWatch Sienna Spiro Bring ‘Die on This Hill’ to ‘Austin City Limits’
Watch Sienna Spiro perform hit single ‘Die on This Hill’ from debut album ‘Visitor’ during ‘Austin City Limits’ set.
Music News Radio10 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now
Stream new releases from Greg Freeman, Quavo, B0YG1RL, and Victoria Monét
Music News RadioEVNNE Drops Promotion Schedule For Upcoming Album “on: our noise” | Soompi
EVNNE has kicked off the countdown to their comeback! On October 2 at 8 p.m. KST, EVNNE shared the promotion schedule for their upcoming comeback with
Music News RadioCORTIS Takes 12th Win For “REDRED” On “Music Bank” | Soompi
CORTIS has snagged a 12th music show trophy for “REDRED”! KBS 2TV’s “Music Bank” did not air a new episode on October 2, but the music show still
Music News RadioStray Kids Confirmed To Have Not Submitted Music For 2027 Grammy Awards | Soompi
Stray Kids did not submit any music for the 69th Grammy Awards. On October 2, Sports Kyunghyang reported that Stray Kids did not submit any work before
Music News RadioMel C Is Donating Some of Her Best Kit For a Good Cause
Spice Girl Mel C is fronting the Uber x Australian Red Cross Clothing Drive, a national spring clean which encourages Aussies to donate clothes.
Music News RadioStormzy, James Blake, Glastonbury’s Emily Eavis Recognized at Ivors Academy 2026 Ceremony
Stormzy, James Blake and more were recognized at the 2026 Ivors Academy Honours event in London on Oct. 1.
Music News RadioDrake’s ‘HABIBTI (FOMO)’ Deluxe: All 4 New Songs Ranked
Drake released his ‘HABIBTI’ deluxe album. Here are all four new songs ranked in order.
Music News RadioTake a Bow: Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life Of A Showgirl’ Returns to No. 1 In Australia
Thanks to the release of the “Encore” edition, Taylor Swift’s “Showgirl” returns to No. 1 in Australia and “Patient Zero” tops the singles chart.
Music News RadioAlexander Skarsgård Embraces His Magnetism in the Rolling Stones’ Video for ‘Mr. Charm’
The Rolling Stones released a music video for their song “Mr. Charm,” which stars Alexander Skarsgård.
Music News RadioMetallica Sphere Setlist: Every Song From Night 1 of ‘Life Burns Faster’ Las Vegas Residency
Metallica have officially arrived in Las Vegas, kicking off their Life Burns Faster residency Thursday at the Sphere. Here’s their full setlist.
Music News RadioDakota Johnson Insists She’ll Form a ‘Wall of Death’ For Turnstile In New ‘SNL’ Promo: Watch
Dakota Johnson insists she’ll form a “wall of death” for Turnstile in a new “SNL” promo.
Music News RadioNoah Kahan, Victoria Monét, Drake & Miranda Lambert with Ella Langley: New Music Friday Guide
Noah Kahan leads Billboard’s new music guide this week, along with Victoria Monét, Drake and more artists across genres.
Music News RadioNoah Kahan Unleashes ‘Hunger Games’ Cut ‘Draw You Out’: Stream It Now
Noah Kahan releases “Draw You Out,” the first single lifted from the official soundtrack for The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping.
Music News Radio‘The Cat in the Hat’ Soundtrack Is Going to Rule, Thanks to Hilary Duff
Hilary Duff has released “CATastrophe,” an original song from ‘The Cat in the Hat.’
Music News RadioNoah Kahan Delivers Heartache and Hope on New ‘Hunger Games’ Single
Noah Kahan has released his contribution to the upcoming ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’ soundtrack, ‘Draw You Out.’
Music News RadioDrake and Don Toliver’s “Choosin’ Texas” Remix Is Officially Here
”Solar Eclipse” arrives alongside other FOMO tracks “Quebec,” “Classic PT2,” and “Cold Shoulder”
Music News RadioHilary Duff Has a ‘CATastrophe’ on Her Hands With New Song for ‘The Cat in the Hat’ Movie: Watch the Video
Hilary Duff releases “CATastrophe,” her original song for The Cat in the Hat, as her 2026 comeback continues with a new tour honor.
Music News RadioMac Miller’s Estate Releases 10th-Anniversary Edition of ‘The Divine Feminine’ With 3 New Songs
Mac Miller’s estate released three new songs for the 10th anniversary of ‘The Divine Feminine.’
Music News RadioDrake Releases ‘FOMO’ Four-Pack as ‘HABIBTI’ Deluxe Featuring Don Toliver: Stream It Now
Drake has released ‘FOMO’ tracks packaged as the ‘HABIBTI’ deluxe.
Music News RadioVictoria Monét’s ‘Frequency of Love’: All 22 Tracks Ranked
Victoria Monet’s second studio album is here. See how Billboard ranks each track on ‘Frequency of Love’ from worst to best, including “Let Me.”
Music News RadioFuyumi Ono’s ‘Yumei no Kishi: Juni Kokuki’ Sweeps Three Metrics to Top Billboard Japan Book Hot 100
Fuyumi Ono’s ‘Yumei no Kishi: Juni Kokuki’ hits No. 1 on the Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 chart released Sept. 24.
Music News RadioKeisuke Kuwata Talks ‘Akane-banashi’ Themes, Japanese-Western Fusion & Staying Relevant for 50 Years: Billboard Japan Monthly Interview
Released as Keisuke Kuwata’s solo work, “Hitotarashi” serves as the opener for the anime series ‘Akane-banashi,’ set in the world of rakugo.
Music News RadioThe Game’s Label Sues UMG for Under-Promoting His 2022 Album: ‘Diminished Commercial Performance’
The Game has brought a lawsuit against UMG for allegedly under-promoting his 2022 album, “Drillmatic – Heart vs. Mind.”
Music News RadioStella Lefty Is ‘So Dead’ Over ‘Saturday Night Live’ Sketch Roasting the Debate Around Her Songwriting Credits
Stella Lefty is laughing along with a new Saturday Night Live sketch that pokes fun at her music.
Music News RadioAmerican Authors Are Taking ‘Best Day of My Life’ to a Whole New Generation With Kids Project Bogoo’s Best Day
American Authors are entering the world of family music with Bogoo’s Best Day, a new project led by puppets, storytelling and a debut album.
Music News RadioKelly Clarkson’s AI Hot Take Sparks Tons of Online Hate
Fans online admonish Kelly Clarkson for comments she made in support of AI music.
Music News RadioVince Staples Has a Message for Critics: ‘Albums Aren’t Supposed to Be Perfect’
The rapper sent the message during a recent episode of his Apple Music radio show.
Music News RadioChris Brown’s Ex-Housekeeper Accepts $9.5M Verdict in Dog Attack Case, Down From $13M
Chris Brown’s ex-housekeeper accepted a reduced $9.5 million verdict in the dog attack case that held Brown liable for her injuries.
Music News RadioJesse McCartney Is Going to Be a Dad of Two: ‘Archer Is Getting Promoted’
Jesse McCartney and wife Katie Peterson are expecting their second child, with baby No. 2 arriving in March 2027.
Music News RadioHow Latin Mafia Is Breaking Barriers With Vulnerability & Boundless Creativity: Billboard Latin Up & Comer
Latin Mafia shares how they conquered the Billboard charts with their collaborative album with Fred again.. ‘9 Months & 50 Hours.’
Music News RadioRay J Rushed to Hospital During Livestream
The singer, actor and media personality has stated that he’s been having issues with his heart.
Music News RadioAbadi Al Johar: Five Decades Along the Road of Saudi Music
Abadi Al Johar: Billboard Arabia cover star.
Music News RadioRiza & Pablo Alborán Drop ‘Deditos Cruzados,’ the Song They Created at Billboard Latin Music Week
Pablo Alborán and Riza released “Deditos Cruzados,” a song that was conceived at the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Week.
Music News RadioTalking Heads Set Fear of Music Super Deluxe Edition
The 3xCD set will compile a remaster of the 1979 album, unearthed live recordings, studio outtakes, and more
Music News RadioA 58-Year-Old Adopted Man Just Met His Biological Father: Michael McDonald
An adopted man discovered his biological father is musician Michael McDonald and the pair discussed meeting for the first time in a new interview.
Music News RadioChris Brown Housekeeper Accepts Reduced $9.5 Million Award for Dog Mauling
Chris Brown’s ex-housekeeper agreed to reduce her $12.9 million jury award to $9.5 million to avoid a new trial.
Music News RadioOlivia Dean’s ‘Art of Loving’ Song Accused of Copying Bill Withers’ ‘Just the Two of Us’
Olivia Dean’s song “I’ve Seen It” copied a distinctive melody from the Bill Withers’ hit “Just the Two of Us,” a new lawsuit claims.
Music News RadioSee Bruno Mars Serenade Karol G in New ‘Dance With Me’ Video
Bruno Mars serenades Karol G in the new video for “Dance With Me,” the latest single off ‘The Romantic.’
Music News RadioHow to Live Stream Austin City Limits Festival 2026
Charli xcx, Geese, the xx, Lorde, Skrillex,, the War on Drugs, and Turnstile are among the acts hitting the stage this weekend
Music News RadioSean “Diddy” Combs Placed Back in Solitary Confinement Following Report on Lavish Prison Life
Sean “Diddy” Combs has returned to solitary confinement at Fort Dix following reports and footage detailing his lavish prison lifestyle.
Music News RadioAustin City Limits Reveals 2026 Livestream Schedule
Austin City Limits has revealed the livestream schedule for Weekend 1, with Disney+ and Hulu streaming sets from Charli xcx, Lorde, and more.
Music News RadioTalking Heads Detail Massive ‘Fear of Music’ Reissue
Talking Heads’ ‘Fear of Music (Super Deluxe Edition)’ features previously unreleased music, including two concert sets from their 1979 tour.