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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 RadioThe Weeknd says he’s no longer retiring moniker: “I’ll never disappear”
The Weeknd has seemingly gone back on his plans to retire the moniker, telling fans at a recent show that he will “never disappear”.
Music News RadioFrankie Grande Voices Support for Sister Ariana After Hiatus Announcement
Frankie Grande has shared a message of support for his sister Ariana Grande after she announced she will step back from public life following her tour.
Music News RadioMartha Reeves blames botched US National Anthem performance on backing singers, attempts it again
Martha Reeves has blamed a recent botched performance of the US National Anthem on her backing singers and attempted it again on live TV.
Music News RadioThe Weeknd is obsessed with an indie fishing game demo
″‘About Fishing’ is beautiful and haunting in the right ways”
Music News RadioSuzi Quatro Announces 2026 Australian Tour With Baby Animals
Suzi Quatro will return to Australia in November and December for her Down Under 2026.
Music News RadioWatch Charli XCX leave Djo a voicemail during ‘Charlie’s Garden’ at Outside Lands 2026
Charli XCX made a brief video appearance during Djo’s set at Outside Lands 2026, during his performance of ‘Charlie’s Garden’.
Music News RadioNate Sib is lovestruck on ’Loveliife
Pop artist Nate Sib has chosen tracks by Calvin Harris, 2hollis, Justin Bieber and more for the playlist to accompany his NME Cover story
Music News RadioWatch Eddie Vedder Busk in Dublin in Honor of Glen Hansard
Eddie Vedder busked in Dublin to play tribute to Glen Hansard following his death.
Music News RadioUsher responds to viral claims that he was replaced by a body double at one of his concerts
Usher has responded to claims that that he was replaced by a body double at one of his concerts in New Jersey.
Music News RadioEddie Vedder pays tribute to friend Glen Hansard by busking in his spot in Dublin city centre
Pearl Jam‘s Eddie Vedder has paid tribute to late musician and actor Glen Hansard by busking in his spot in Dublin’s city centre.
Music News RadioUsher Addresses Claims He Used a Lookalike Onstage: ‘They Can’t Clone This’
Usher responded to fan claims that he used a lookalike during his stage shows.
Music News RadioLaneway Festival to Skip Adelaide and Perth for 2027 Return
Australia’s Laneway Festival will not visit Adelaide or Perth in 2027, organizers announced Monday (Aug. 10).
Music News RadioClementine Douglas Announces Debut Australian Headline Shows
Clementine Douglas has announced her first Australian headline tour, set for two shows this September.
Music News RadioPENTAGON Announces Stops For 10th Anniversary Tour “101010” | Soompi
PENTAGON is celebrating their 10th anniversary with a tour! On August 10, PENTAGON announced their 10th anniversary tour “101010.” After visiting Osaka on
Music News RadioUsher Reacts to Clone Conspiracy Theory Brewing After New Jersey Show With Chris Brown
The internet doubted the real “U-S-H-E-R R-A-Y-M-O-N-D” was on stage at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium, where the Usher and Chris Brown performed.
Music News RadioCLOSE YOUR EYES Confirms Comeback Plans | Soompi
CLOSE YOUR EYES is gearing up for their comeback! On August 10, the group’s agency UNCORE announced, “CLOSE YOUR EYES is currently preparing a new album
Music News RadioFans Choose Stray Kids ‘This & That’ as This Week’s Favorite New Music
‘THIS & THAT,’ Stray Kids’ new eight-song mini album, tops this week’s new music poll.
Music News RadioRufus Wainwright, Kathleen Hanna, Yo La Tengo Celebrate the Radical Music of Yoko Ono
Recap of the ‘Yoko Only’ concert at the Broad in L.A., a tribute to Yoko Ono’s music featuring Yo La Tengo, Kathleen Hanna, Rufus Wainwright and more.
Music News RadioAriana Grande Reacts to ‘Petal’ Debuting at No. 1 on Billboard 200
With Ariana Grande’s ‘Petal’ launching at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart, the singer took a moment to share her thoughts.
Music News RadioLA Jazz Festival featuring John Legend, Janelle Monáe and many more cancelled
The LA Jazz Festival featuring John Legend, Janelle Monáe, Ezra Collective and many more has been cancelled.
Music News RadioBenny Blanco teams up with Selena Gomez and Becky G on ‘Te Olvido (La La)’ with Danny Trejo-starring video
Benny Blanco has shared his new single with Selena Gomez and Becky G, ‘Te Olvido (La La)’ - check it out here.
Music News RadioMorrissey Cancels Las Vegas Residency Shows Days Before Opening Night
Morrissey has canceled his upcoming Las Vegas residency due to “unforeseen logistical issues.”
Music News RadioWatch: Performances From 2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer | Soompi
SBS wrapped up the first half of 2026 with a star-studded midyear celebration! On August 9, the 2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer took place at KINTEX in
Music News RadioWhitney Houston Joins Barbie Signature Family
There’s a new addition to the Mattel family: the Whitney Houston Barbie Signature Doll.
Music News RadioAriana Grande Achieves Seventh No. 1 Album on Billboard 200 With ‘petal’
Ariana Grande achieves her seventh No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 with “petal.”
Music News RadioTravis Barker says Blink-182 are working on a new album
Blink-182’s last album was 2023’s ‘One More Time…’
Music News RadioInaugural L.A. Jazz Festival Canceled at Last Minute
The inaugural LA Jazz Festival, scheduled to start this weekend and featuring shows by John Legend and Janelle Monae, was canceled at the last minute.
Music News RadioWatch Yungblud bring a couple onstage to reveal their baby’s gender: “What a beautiful fucking day”
Yungblud brought a couple up onstage to reveal their baby’s gender during a recent concert in Billings, Montana - check it out here.
Music News RadioLA Jazz Festival Featuring John Legend & Janelle Monáe Canceled at Last Minute
The inaugural LA Jazz Festival, scheduled to begin Friday (Aug. 7), has been canceled at the last minute by organizers.
Music News RadioWatch Charli XCX Join the Strokes for “Take It Or Leave It” at Outside Lands
“We’ve got a special little guest; a big guest. Well, a superstar.”
Music News RadioCORTIS, ATEEZ, Yeonjun, BTS, LE SSERAFIM, BOYNEXTDOOR, aespa, Stray Kids, And More Rank High On Billboard World Albums Chart | Soompi
Billboard has published its World Albums chart for the week ending on August 8! CORTIS’s latest EP “GREENGREEN” held steady at No. 2 in its 13th week on
Music News RadioTake a first look inside Leeds’ major new revamped music venue TESTBED
It is due to open its doors next month
Music News RadioEVAN (Heeseung) To Release 1st Mini Album In September | Soompi
Get ready for the release of EVAN (Heeseung)’s first physical album as a soloist! On August 10 at midnight KST, BELIFT LAB officially announced that EVAN
Music News RadioFans complain after Fugees set cut short at Lauryn Hill’s Diaspora Calling! festival: “The ending was ridiculous”
Fans have vented their frustration after the Fugees’ set was cut short at Lauryn Hill’s Diaspora Calling! festival.
Music News RadioBIGBANG Announces August Comeback Date With 1st Teasers For “BiiiG” | Soompi
The wait is nearly over: BIGBANG is back! On August 10 at midnight KST, BIGBANG officially announced their plans to make a comeback with a new single
Music News RadioWatch: Stray Kids Proves They’ve Got “This & That” In New Dance Practice Video | Soompi
Stray Kids has given fans a closer look at their latest choreography! On August 9, Stray Kids released the official dance practice video for “This &
Music News RadioRole Model on His New Album, Working with Dakota Johnson -- and a Possible Name Change
Role Model on bringing back heartland rock on his new album, avoiding pop stardom, acting with Natalie Portman, and more
Music News RadioTupac Shakur Murder Trial: Everything You Need to Know
The high-profile trial of the man accused of orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur is expected to begin on Monday. Here’s everything you need to know
Music News RadioSee Charli XCX Join the Strokes for ‘Take It or Leave It’ at Outside Lands
The Strokes brought out surprise guest Charli XCX to perform “Take It or Leave It” during the band’s headlining set Saturday at Outside Lands.
Music News RadioDrake Turns Kick Stream Into a 20-v-1 Dating Show, Warns Rap Rivals His ‘Pen Isn’t Dry’
Inside the rapper’s chaotic Kick stream, featuring Lena the Plug, an Hermès giveaway, and apparent subliminals involving Lil Yachty and Roc Nation.
Music News RadioStars Rock The Blue Carpet At 2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer | Soompi
Ahead of the 2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer, stars greeted fans on the blue carpet! The SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer is a midyear special that wraps up the first
Music News RadioBill Maher’s joke about Ariana Grande’s weight receives mixed reactions from ‘Real Time’ audience
Bill Maher’s joke about Ariana Grande’s weight, calling her “a stick-like figure” receives mixed reactions from ‘Real Time’ audience.
Music News RadioSelf Esteem lands first major film role in 1980s Welsh drama ‘Mountain’
Self Esteem has landed her first major film role in the 1980s-set Welsh coming-of-age drama Mountain due for release next year
Music News RadioBlossoms on the “playfulness” of album six as they reflect on 10 years of their debut: “Resting on our laurels was never on the agenda”
Blossoms tell NME about returning Manchester’s Deaf Institute to celebrate 10 years of their debut album, getting in the hot tub to write new music with Declan…
Music News RadioWatch Fontaines D.C. debut new songs ‘Marianne’ and ‘Six Shot Morning’ in first full headline show of 2026
Watch Fontaines D.C. debut two new songs, ‘Marianne’ and ‘Six Shot Morning’ in first full headline show of 2026
Music News RadioTyga admits he used AI on new album ‘$tarface’: “I don’t care”
Tyga has confirmed that he used AI as a “tool” on his new album ‘$tarface’ and said he doesn’t care if some listeners object to it.
Music News RadioBilly Strings performs in protective headgear after being hit by object on stage
Billy Strings performs in protective headgear after being hit by object on stage: “Maybe I shouldn’t have come back”
Music News RadioWatch Charli XCX join The Strokes for ‘Take It Or Leave It’ at Outside Lands 2026
Charli XCX made a surprise appearance during The Strokes’ set at Outside Lands to play ‘Take It Or Leave It’ – watch below.
Music News RadioJoe Jonas Says He Sought Therapy After His Solo Album Underperformed
Joe Jonas has revealed that the disappointing performance of his 2011 solo album ‘Fastlife’ triggered panic attacks that led him to therapy.
Music News RadioBaker Boy Takes Album, Song and Film Clip of the Year at 2026 NIMAs
Baker Boy won Album of the Year, Song of the Year and Film Clip of the Year at the 2026 National Indigenous Music Awards in Darwin.
Music News Radio“ARIRANG” Breaks BTS’s Personal Record From 7 Years Ago On UK’s Official Albums Chart | Soompi
BTS has just broken a seven-year-old personal record in the United Kingdom! This week, the United Kingdom’s Official Charts (widely regarded as the U.K.
Music News RadioFuerza Regida Ends Historic Stadium Tour With Star-Studded NYC Closer
The show-stopping finale at Citi Field included tons of surprises, including guest appearances from 50 Cent, J Balvin, and more.
Music News RadioWatch: RESCENE Takes 3rd Win For “Pretty Girl” On “Music Core”; Performances By Stray Kids, Red Velvet, BABYMONSTER, And More | Soompi
RESCENE has won a third music show trophy for their remake of KARA’s “Pretty Girl”! On the August 1 episode of MBC’s “Music Core,” the candidates for
Music News Radioaespa Kicks Off SYNK : COMPLæXITY Tour in Seoul: 6 Best Moments
aespa opened its fourth world tour in Seoul at with 27 songs, an expanded universe and a show that brought the group’s many sides into full view.
Music News RadioDaft Punk’s Thomas Bangalter says writing the score for ‘Tron: Legacy’ was “depressing” and “limiting”
Daft Punk’s Thomas Bangalter has said writing the score for Tron: Legacy was a “depressing” and “limiting” experience.
Music News RadioJoe Jonas says he sought therapy for his low album sales
Joe Jonas has revealed that disappointing sales for his first solo album led him to seek therapy after he began experiencing panic attacks.
Music News RadioGet Beats Earbuds for Just $69 As Part of This Back to School Deal
Beats’ Solo Buds used to be over $100 but they’re marked down to their lowest price ever.
Music News RadioTaylor Swift’s ‘August,’ ‘Father Figure’ & Other Songs Removed From Trump-Related TikTok Posts
Taylor Swift’s song “August,” “Father Figure” and others have been removed from a TikTok post by an account affiliated with President Donald Trump.
Music News RadioThe Guest List tear apart “the monotony of the every day” on anthemic new single ‘Mundane’
The Guest List have shared their monotony-busting and anthemic new single ‘Mundane’ – check it out below.
Music News RadioMadonna Remembers William Orbit With Emotional Tribute: ‘You Were My Ray of Light’
Madonna pays tribute to William Orbit and remembers their collaboration on her Grammy-winning 1998 album, “Ray of Light.”