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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 RadioTaylor Swift Says Inspiration For ‘Patient Zero’ Came From Chat With Friends About This Awkward Relationship Request From an Ex
Taylor Swift revealed that the inspiration behind her new “Patient Zero” single came from a chat with friends about an awkward relationship request.
Music News Radio11 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now
Stream new releases from Tinashe, Gilla Band, Julia Jacklin, and M83
Music News RadioOlivia Rodrigo, KATSEYE, SOMBR & More to Perform on 2026 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour: Full Lineup
Here are the nine tour stops on the 2026 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One, with full details on each stop.
Music News RadioWhen George Michael Conquered the World as a Live Superstar -- Then Walked Away
George Michael’s 1988 Faith tour was the moment when he embraced his potential as a pop idol superstar onstage, just that once
Music News RadioOn 25th Anniversary of ‘Slave 4 U’ VMAs Performance, New Data Shows Nearly 30% Of Current Listeners Weren’t Even Born Yet When Britney’s Son
Spotify says the majority of recent streams for the Neptunes-produced track were from listeners identifying as Gen Z.
Music News RadioElton John to Perform Surprise Show to Open London’s Apple Music Hall: See Opening Season Lineup
Elton John will open Apple’s new live music concert venue in London with a last-minute show on Monday (Sept. 28).
Music News RadioSeven Artists, Three Days, One Album: Inside e.l.f. Cosmetics’ ’Mirror Mix
Discover how e.l.f. Cosmetics brought 50 creators together for ‘Mirror Mix,’ a new album spotlighting rising independent artists across genres.
Music News RadioLatin Music Revenue Grows 8.6% to $542M at Mid-Year, Outpacing Overall U.S. Market: RIAA
Latin music revenue soared to $542 million in 2026’s first half, according to RIAA’s mid-year report, driven by streaming, vinyl and more.
Music News RadioLatin Music Revenue Is Booming -- And Outpacing the Overall U.S. Market (Again)
A new RIAA report shows that Latin music made more than $542.2 million in the first half of 2026, marking an increase for the 13th mid-year in a row.
Music News RadioHermanos Gutiérrez’s ‘Los Ojos Del Cóndor’ Album Is an Ode to South America’s Andes Mountains: ‘It Felt Like a Dedication to This Whole Regi
Hermanos Gutiérrez’s new studio album, ‘Los Ojos del Cóndor’ arrived Friday as a love letter to South America’s Andes mountain range.
Music News RadioToday Is Dolly Parton Day – It’s 9/25
Today is officially Dolly Parton Day in California and in dozens of municipalities across the U.S. It’s 9/25, a nod to Parton’s hit single “9 to 5.”
Music News RadioGnarls Barkley Clarify That Upcoming Reunion Tour Will Only Feature Danger Mouse ‘In Spirit’
Gnarls Barkley clarified that their upcoming reunion tour will only feature singer CeeLo Green, with producer Danger Mouse performing only “in spirit.”
Music News RadioMusic Venue Trust Teams Up With Drowned In Sound to Launch Live Music Title
The Music Venue Trust has teamed up with Drowned In Sound to launch a new live music title.
Music News RadioFrom Top of the Australian Airplay Chart to the AFL Final: How G Flip Got Hot With ‘Bed On Fire’
When G Flip tackles the pre-game entertainment at the AFL’s Grand Final Day, they enter the big day as a winner.
Music News RadioAbbey Road Photography Awards Announce 2026 Winners
The winners of the 2026 Abbey Road Photography Awards were announced last night in London.
Music News RadioBeabadobee Blasts to No. 1 on ARIA Chart With ‘Pylon’
Beabadoobee bags her first crown on Australia’s ARIA Chart as “Pylon” debuts in the top spot.
Music News RadioCalvin Harris’ 2027 Tour of Australia Is Already a Record-Smasher
Calvin Harris’ 2027 tour of Australia has sold more than 330,000 tickets, reps say, a national record for a headline DJ.
Music News RadioLenny Kravitz Gets Into His Future Son-In-Law Harry Styles’ ‘Adore You’ at MSG
Lenny Kravitz danced to Harry Styles’ ‘Adore You’ at Madison Square Garden, where Styles also spotted Kravitz and his fianceé, Zoë, in the crowd.
Music News RadioTaylor Swift, Tinashe, Madonna and Charli xcx, Kenny Chesney & More: New Music Friday Guide
Taylor Swift leads Billboard’s new music guide this week, along with Tinashe, Madonna and Charli xcx, Kenny Chesney and more artists across genres.
Music News RadioCarrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie Will Return For ‘American Idol’ Season 25
Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie will return for season 25 of “American Idol,” auditions for which are being held across the U.S.
Music News RadioPhoebe Bridgers Rings in Spooky Season With ‘On Video,’ From the ‘Primetime’ Soundtrack
Phoebe Bridgers has dropped “On Video,” her contribution to the soundtrack for Lance Oppenheim’s ‘Primetime,’ which she makes her acting debut in.
Music News RadioJane Doe Who Accused Jay-Z of Sexual Assault Fully Recants: ‘No Truth to Any of My Claims’
The Jane Doe who accused Jay-Z of rape has fully recanted, saying that there’s “no truth” to her claims and she never even met the Roc Nation mogul.
Music News RadioBrakence Returns with New Song “Ready or Not”
It’s his first new solo release since his 2022 album Hypochondriac
Music News RadioListen to Phoebe Bridgers’ New Song for A24 Film Primetime
Bridgers stars in the Lance Oppenheim-directed movie opposite Robert Pattinson
Music News RadioMs. Rachel’s ‘I’m So Happy’: All 23 Tracks Ranked
Billboard ranks all 23 songs from Ms. Rachel and Mr. Aron’s debut album ‘I’m So Happy,’ from “I’m So Happy” to “I Love You to the Moon.”
Music News RadioTaylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ Retakes the Stage With ‘Encore’ Deluxe: Stream It Now
Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl: The Encore’ is here. Listen to the four new songs.
Music News RadioTinashe’s ‘POPSTAR’: All 16 Tracks Ranked
Tinashe’s eighth studio album is here. See how Billboard ranks each track on POPSTAR from worst to best, including “Too Easy” & “Melatonin.”
Music News RadioRough Weather Cancels Oceans Calling Festival’s Opening Day
A nor’easter expected to bring strong winds and flooding along the East Coast led organizers to cancel Friday’s performances at Oceans Calling.
Music News RadioJoe Jonas Falls Between Two Boats in ‘Terrifying’ Italy Accident: ‘I Just Need to Call My Kids’
Joe Jonas recalls falling between two boats during an Italy vacation and explains why the accident made him immediately want to call his daughters.
Music News RadioBono Says Dolly Parton ‘Sang Her Heart Out’ for Her Final Recording With U2
Bono talks about Dolly Parton’s final vocal recording, which was a duet with U2 on “Torn,” and says the late country icon approved the finished track.
Music News RadioDakota Johnson Says She and Taylor Swift ‘Work Really Well Together’ on ‘Patient Zero’ Video
Dakota Johnson opens up about working with longtime friend Taylor Swift on the ‘Patient Zero’ music video ahead of its MTV VMAs premiere.
Music News RadioMadonna and Charli XCX Are Forever Club Kids on Reworked ‘Danceteria’
Madonna and Charli XCX guide us through club lore on their new single, a reworked rendition of the acclaimed ‘Confessions II’ track “Danceteria.”
Music News RadioNCT WISH, TXT, ENHYPEN, RIIZE, TWS, ZEROBASEONE, LE SSERAFIM, And More Earn RIAJ Double Platinum And Gold Certifications In Japan | Soompi
The Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) has announced its latest batch of official certifications! This month, NCT WISH’s latest Japanese
Music News RadioGodflesh’s Stunning New Album, ‘Decay,’ Marks the End of an Era
Gdflesh’s new album, ‘Decay,’ reviewed by Rolling Stone.
Music News RadioMadonna and Charli XCX Unite for New Song “Danceteria Afterhours”
Ahead of Madonna’s VMAs opening performance this weekend
Music News RadioBlondshell Wants to Cry Onstage
Blondshell stopped by the Rolling Stone Studio to discuss her excellent new album ‘Violins,’ her sobriety, and having a wedding playlist.
Music News RadioB0YG1RL Announce Self-Titled Album
The Miami-based duo’s fourth release of 2026 is out in October
Music News RadioHow the Founder of Lady Gaga’s Biggest Fan Site Ended Up in Prison
Gaga Daily’s Kirill Nguyen is free—and streaming Mayhem—after being detained for protesting the Belarusian government
Music News RadioWait, What the Hell Is Going on With Dolly Parton’s Estate?
Dolly Parton’s nephew and security head Bryan Seaver faces a restraining order filed by a company led by the country legend’s manager, Danny Nozell.
Music News RadioJudge Poised to Slash $12.9 Million Jury Award in Chris Brown Dog Mauling Case
After Chris Brown was ordered to pay $12.9 million for a dog attack at his house, a judge signaled Thursday he was on the verge of slashing the award.
Music News RadioWomen Are Dominating Country Music. Why Don’t Festival Lineups Reflect That?
Ella Langley and Kacey Musgraves are among the women dominating country music this year; but why are festivals like Stagecoach booking so many men?
Music News RadioSugababes Announce First Album as Original Trio in 26 Years
After various lineup changes, the OG girl group have reunited for a self-titled record due out next year
Music News RadioCorey Kent Sang His Ballad ‘Empty Words’ Wearing Sweatpants. The Video Gave Him a Hit
Country singer Corey Kent opens up about the viral video that gave him a hit for ‘Empty Words,’ and his new album ‘Heartland Rock and Roll.’
Music News RadioMorphine Unveil Lost Album Cocoon
The album, led by the title track, was completed from recordings shelved soon before the death of frontman Mark Sandman
Music News RadioRandy Rainbow Slams President Trump’s ‘Corpse-Like Appearance’ in Toe-Tapping ‘Oklahoma!’ Parody
Randy Rainbow slammed President Donald Trump’s “corpse-like appearance” and mental state in a new ‘Oklahoma!’ musical parody.
Music News RadioU2 Announce First Album in Nine Years
Carnaval De Luz cut “Torn” features Dolly Parton’s last-recorded vocal performance
Music News RadioInside Dolly Parton’s Final Recording -- A Duet With Bono on the New U2 Album
Dolly Parton’s final song, a duet with Bono called “Torn,” is on the upcoming U2 Album. Bono says an ailing Parton “got out of bed” to sing the song.