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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 RadioBelicoFest San José Featuring Santa Fe Klan & More Called Off: ‘Canceling … Is the Right Decision’
BelicoFest San Jose has been canceled, with organizers calling it “the right decision.” Headliners had included Tito Double P and Santa Fe Klan.
Music News RadioQuality Control Co-Founder Pierre ‘P’ Thomas ‘Alive and Currently Hospitalized’ After Heart Attack
Quality Control co-founder Pierre ‘P’ Thomas is alive and receiving medical care following a heart attack that left the executive hospitalized.
Music News RadioCity Pop Waves Proves Japan’s Retro Sound Is Still Making New Fans in London
The three Japanese artists who graced the stage for the U.K.’s City Pop Waves were Masayoshi Takanaka, Junko Yagami and Himiko Kikuchi.
Music News RadioQuality Control CEO Pierre ‘P’ Thomas Hospitalized Following Medical Emergency
Quality Control CEO Pierre “P” Thomas is currently hospitalized and receiving care for a medical emergency.
Music News RadioSam Smith, ENHYPEN, Weezer & More: Which New Music Release Is Your Favorite This Week? Vote!
Sam Smith, ENHYPEN, Stella Lefty, Weezer and more have releases this week. Which do you think is the best new music this week? Vote in our poll.
Music News RadioKeigo Higashino’s Posthumous ‘Eien no Kioku’ Tops Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 With Record Points for a Novel
Keigo Higashino’s Eien no Kioku (which roughly translates to “eternal memory”) hits No. 1 on the Billboard Japan Book Hot 100.
Music News RadioKacey Musgraves Is Selling a Line of Sex Lube
Kacey Musgraves is collaborating with a sexual wellness company for her own branded line of sex lube.
Music News RadioJonas Brothers’ The Burning Up Tour All Over Again 2026: How to Buy Affordable Tickets Online
The Jonas Brothers are bringing their 2008 “Burnin’ Up” Tour back with a 45-city North American tour. Here’s how to find, shop and buy tickets online.
Music News RadioJonas Brothers Debut New Single ‘Listen When Sad’ on Tour: Here’s When It Arrives
The Jonas Brothers debuted new song “Listen When Sad” on the first night of their three Madison Square Garden shows. Here’s the track’s release date.
Music News RadioBrandon Flowers Goes Country But Gets a Little Lost on the Back Roads
On his new country album, ‘Thrasher,’ Killers frontman Brandon Flowers heads to Nashville, but gets a little lost on the backroads.
Music News RadioPhoebe Bridgers announces rescheduled intimate UK shows as she celebrates Number One album from hospital
Phoebe Bridgers has announced rescheduled dates for her intimate UK shows while celebrating her first solo Number One album from hospital.
Music News RadioWeezer, Rapsody, Westside Cowboy, and All the Songs You Need to Know This Week
Weezer, Rapsody, Westside Cowboy, and all the songs you need to know this week.
Music News RadioNew Translations Crave an Uncertain Life in Synth-Pop Gem ‘Modern Lovers’
Watch the video for New Translations’ new song ‘Modern Lovers,’ an irresistible gem that calls to mind the Killers and other kingpins of synth rock.
Music News RadioHere’s Why Drake Fans Think New Music Could Be on the Way
Drake may have new music coming, fans think. Here’s why.
Music News RadioBonnaroo Is Taking 2027 Off
The Tennessee festival will allow its storm-damaged grounds to recover before a 2028 return
Music News RadioTurnstile Enlist Elton John, Hayley Williams, Slayyyter for ‘Never Enough: Versions’ LP
Turnstile have enlisted Elton John, Hayley Williams, Slayyyter, A.G. Cook and more for a “reimagined” take on their 2025 album ‘Never Enough.’
Music News RadioListen to an Unreleased Song Off Mac Miler’s The Divine Feminine
It’s one of three unheard tracks off the upcoming 10th anniversary edition
Music News RadioTurnstile announce surprise reimagined ‘Never Enough’ ‘Versions’ album with Elton John, Hayley Williams, Blood Orange, A.G. Cook and more
Turnstile have announced a reimagined version of ‘Never Enough’, which features collaborations with Elton John, Hayley Williams, Blood Orange, and more.
Music News RadioViva the Cramps, Who Played ‘Pure’ Rock & Roll as Though the British Never Invaded
Celebrating the Cramps, one of America’s greatest ‘pure’ rock and roll bands.
Music News RadioPeople Can’t Stop Listening to TV on the Radio Thanks to ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’
TV on the Radio’s Tunde Adebimpe discusses how ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ used the band’s song, “Wolf Like Me,” and how the song blew up.
Music News RadioThe Game Takes Aim at Kendrick Lamar -- and He Brought Drake With Him
The Game makes his feelings about Kendrick clear on his new album, ‘The Documentary III.’ He got a little help from Kendrick’ biggest rival, Drake.
Music News RadioHollis Brown Had a Nasty Breakup. They Reunite for New Song ‘Garage Days’
Hear Hollis Brown’s new song ‘Garage Days,’ a reunion track after the group broke up in 2023.
Music News RadioBonnaroo Taking ‘Much-Needed Year Off’ in 2027
The Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival is taking a gap year: organizers announced the Tennessee festival will not be held in 2027.
Music News RadioOcto Octa and Eris Drew Ready Collaborative Album as Alchemical Sisters
The creative and life partners call the project “psychedelic chaos, acid rollers, and big beat, channeled through hardware instruments and animated by love”
Music News RadioJaafar Jackson Hopes ‘Michael’ Sequel Will Give ‘More Insight’ Into Allegations From Singer’s ‘Point of View’
Jaafar Jackson has shared his thoughts on the Michael sequel and how he hopes the film will tackle the allegations against the singer.
Music News RadioFormer Queen bassist Barry Mitchell dies as fans pay tribute: “Terribly sad news”
Fans have paid tribute following news that former Queen bassist Barry Mitchell has died. He was in the group in the early ’70s.
Music News RadioTurnstile Recruit Elton John, Slayyyter, and Panda Bear for Never Enough Remake
Out next week, Never Enough: Versions also features Four Tet, Oklou, Alex G, Hayley Williams, A. G. Cook, Blood Orange, and many more
Music News RadioAsk Billboard: These No. 2 Hot 100 Hits Were Actually No. 1s, Just on Other Billboard Charts
In the latest reader mailbag, Billboard celebrates songs that can rightfully be remembered as chart-toppers.
Music News Radio50 Years Ago Today: The Rolling Stones Right the Wrongs of Altamont at Massive U.K. Festival
Seven years after the disaster of Altamont, the Rolling Stones played a much more successful festival at Knebworth in England on this date in 1976.
Music News RadioRare Röyksopp ‘Melody A.M.’ vinyl with Banksy cover sells for £3,720 at auction
Rare Röyksopp ‘Melody A.M.’ vinyl with Banksy cover sells for £3,720 at auction. Banksy spray painted 100 copies of the record
Music News RadioJill Scott Continues to Follow Her Creative Compass in Her Legendary Career: ‘This Isn’t a Job That I Do — This Is a Mission’
Jill Scott on her album ‘To Whom This May Concern,’ her tour and getting cited as an influence by R&B stars such as SZA and Summer Walker today.
Music News RadioWhy The Roots Remain One of Hip-Hop’s Most Groundbreaking Acts: ‘The Curiosity Is Still There’
The Roots, Billboard’s 2026 Hip-Hop Hall of Fame honorees, on the Roots Picnic festival, Jay-Z, working with Jimmy Fallon and more.
Music News RadioJaafar Jackson Says ‘Michael’ Sequel Will ‘Give More Insight’ Into Uncle Michael Jackson’s POV About Child Abuse Allegations
Jaafar Jackson said the “Michael” sequel will “give more insight” into the allegations of sexual abuse against his uncle Michael Jackson.
Music News RadioJamie T previews new material and delivers fan favourites at intimate London gig as he announces 2026 UK tour
Jamie T made his return to the live stage with an intimate gig at London’s Scala before announcing a full-scale 2026 UK tour.
Music News Radio14 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now
Stream new releases from Lambchop, Julia Holter, GB, Denzel Curry, and Weezer
Music News RadioVictony on New Album ‘Starlife’ and How Breakout Hit ‘Soweto’ Encouraged Him ‘To Keep Experimenting’
Nigerian star Victony on his new album ‘Starlife’ and the success of his breakout hit ‘Soweto’.
Music News RadioMy Vitriol to celebrate ‘Finelines’ at London’s Shepherd’s Bush Empire with InMe and Yourcodenameis:milo
My Vitriol to celebrate 25 years of ‘Finelines’ at London’s Shepherds Bush Empire with InMe and Yourcodenameis:milo
Music News RadioActor Anthony Hopkins Finds His Truest Voice as a Composer on New Classical Album for Decca, ‘Life Is a Dream’: ‘I Write Out of Sheer Joy of
Actor Anthony Hopkins finds his truest voice as a composer on new classical album, ‘Life Is a Dream’
Music News RadioEarth, Wind & Fire Drummer John Paris Wakes From Medically Induced Coma Again, But Facing ‘Two Major Surgeries’
Earth, Wind & Fire Drummer John Paris has woken again from a medically induced coma, but is now facing “two major surgeries.”
Music News RadioDef Leppard Guitarist Vivian Campbell Reveals Cancer Has Returned After Failed Transplant: ‘Just Don’t Give In’
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell revealed in an interview that his cancer has returned following a failed transplant.
Music News RadioJorja Smith to headline The O2 as part of London venue’s 20th birthday celebrations
Jorja Smith has been confirmed as the latest artist to be performing at The O2 as part of the venue’s 20th birthday celebrations.
Music News RadioJaafar Jackson says ‘Michael 2’ will show child abuse scandal from Michael Jackson’s “point of view”
Jafaar Jackson has revealed the sequel to ‘Michael’ will cover Michael Jackson’s child abuse allegations from his “point of view”
Music News RadioWatch: Stray Kids Takes 5th Win For “This & That” On “Music Bank”; Performances By ENHYPEN, Mimi, And More | Soompi
Stray Kids has won their fifth music show trophy for “This & That”! On the August 21 episode of “Music Bank,” the candidates for first place were
Music News RadioTicketmaster cancels tout tickets to Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘The Unraveled Tour’, and fans can now get them at face value
Ticketmaster cancels tout tickets to Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘The Unraveled Tour’, and fans can now get them at face value
Music News RadioThe Mac Miller Estate announces ‘The Divine Feminine (10th Anniversary)’ and share the first of three new songs, ‘Butterflies’
The estate of Mac Miller has announced a 10th anniversary reissue of ‘The Divine Feminine’ with three new songs
Music News Radio‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Andrew Choi and Neckwav to play one-off gig in London next month
Two of the singing voices of The Saja Boys in ‘KPop Demons Hunters’ are set to reunite in a one-off concert at London’s Outernet Live.
Music News RadioCourtney Love praises Slayyyter’s cover of Hole’s ‘Violet’: “It’s a delight!”
Courtney Love has shared praise for Slayyyter after she shared a cover of Hole’s classic track ‘Violet’, saying it is “a delight”.
Music News RadioAriana Grande wins legal battle to reveal identities of hackers who tried to sell unreleased music on dark web for “significant sums of mone
Ariana Grande has won a legal battle, seeking to reveal identities of the hackers who tried to sell unreleased music of hers on dark web
Music News RadioBeabadoobee shares “one of the happiest songs on the new album” ‘Memories’
Beabadoobee shares “one of the happiest songs on the new album” ‘Memories’. Her fourth album ‘Pylon’ comes out next month
Music News RadioPhoebe Bridgers, KATSEYE Bag First No. 1s In Australia
Phoebe Bridgers and KATSEYE land their very first No. 1s in Australia with “Lost Weekend” and “Animal,” respectively.
Music News RadioHere’s the Song Diane Warren Hopes Will Extend Her Record-Setting Streak of Oscar Nods for Best Original Song: Listen
Diane Warren writes title song for Mark Wahlberg film By Any Means. Will it extend her record for most consecutive Oscar nods for best original song?
Music News RadioMTV VMAs 2026 have scrapped the ‘Best Rock’ category after 37 years
MTV VMAs 2026 have scrapped the ‘Best Rock’ category after 37 years. It has been replaced by ‘Best Alternative’
Music News Radio‘We Know What We Want’: With a New Recording Studio and Label Deal, DMA’S Are Just Getting Started
Billboard caught up with DMA’S Matt Mason to discuss the band’s self-recorded fifth album.
Music News RadioWatch Jonas Brothers Debut New Single ‘Listen When Sad’ Live at Madison Square Garden
Jonas Brothers debuted a new single, “Listen When Sad,” during their concert at Madison Square Garden on Thursday night.
Music News RadioEarth, Wind, & Fire Shares Health Update on Drummer John Paris: ‘Our Hope Is Strong’
Earth, Wind, & Fire shared an update on the band’s drummer John Paris after he suffered a medical emergency and was put into an induced coma.
Music News RadioBad Bunny sells out Puerto Rico tour finale after more than 1million fans queue for tickets
Bad Bunny sells out Puerto Rico ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ tour finale after more than 1million fans queue for tickets
Music News RadioHear Mac Miller’s Previously-Unreleased Song ‘Butterflies’
The Mac Miller Estate shared a new song, “Butterflies,” and announced the 10th anniversary edition of the rapper’s album ‘The Divine Feminine.’
Music News RadioAriana Grande hits out at Team Trump for using ‘We Can’t Be Friends’ in TikTok
Ariana Grande hits out at White House for using ‘We Can’t Be Friends’ in TikTok: “Never use my music again. Also, your truth is false”
Music News RadioWeezer’s Golden Era Has Arrived: Stream The ‘Gold Album’ Now
The process behind Weezer’s new self-titled collection, the so-called “Gold Album,” was a blast from the past, an LP made the old fashion way.
Music News RadioGarth Brooks’ ‘Blame It All On My Roots’ Tour: Every Song Played On Opening Night
Garth Brooks returned to the road for “Blame It All On My Roots.” For opening night in Indianapolis, the country star’s setlist was taken right out of 1997.