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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 RadioRiot Fest 2026 reveal stage times – with Morrissey opening for Tool
Riot Fest has revealed the stage times for its 2026 edition, including the prospect of Morrissey effectively opening for Tool.
Music News Radio13 Essential Hip-Hop Songs For 808 Day
The Roland TR-808 drum machine is one of the most important foundational elements of hip-hop beatmaking. Celebrate 808 Day with these songs.
Music News RadioFuerza Regida Wraps Stadium Tour at New York’s Citi Field Alongside 50 Cent, Bobby Shmurda, J Balvin & More
Fuerza Regida wraps U.S. stadium tour at Citi Field, uniting corridos and hip-hop with guests like 50 Cent, Bobby Shmurda, and more for an epic night.
Music News RadioHenry Rollins announces coming-of-age memoir, ‘Bait Dog Boy’
Henry Rollins has announced a new memoir about his challenging childhood and early life, to be titled ‘Bait Dog Boy’.
Music News RadioMadonna Pays Tribute to Producer William Orbit: ‘You Were My Ray of Light’
Madonna paid tribute to her ‘Ray of Light’ producer William Orbit following news of his death at the age of 69.
Music News RadioChris Brown & Usher’s Raymond & Brown Tour at MetLife Stadium: 7 Best Moments From Night 1
Chris Brown and Usher didn’t let the rain stop their parade, as they delivered more than 50 songs and brought out some of New York’s favorite legends.
Music News RadioMadonna pays emotional tribute to William Orbit: “Your music gave me a magic carpet to fly on”
Madonna has paid an emotional tribute to her former collaborator William Orbit, saying “in many ways you were my ray of light”.
Music News RadioTaylor Swift Removes ‘August’ From Team Trump TikTok Video
Days after a Trump-affiliated TikTok account used Taylor Swift’s “August” in a video, the singer has managed to get her song removed from the clip.
Music News RadioMon Laferte Will Receive Social Justice Award & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music
Mon Laferte to Receive Social Justice Award, Marc Anthony and Yandel to Be Honored as Agents of Change and More Inspiring News.
Music News RadioWatch 22 Different Versions of ‘Panama’ by Van Halen and Their Many Lead Singers
“Panama” is the perfect distillation of the Vane Halen sound, and one of their signature hits, which is why nobody in the band id able to let it die.
Music News RadioMorrissey Cancels Las Vegas Residency Due to ‘Unforeseen Logistical Challenges’
Morrissey has canceled his four-show Las Vegas residency at the Wynn next week, citing “unforeseen logistical challenges.”
Music News RadioPhoebe Bridgers to make acting debut in A24 drama ‘Primetime’
Phoebe Bridgers to make acting debut in ‘Primetime’ starring Robert Pattinson, which follows the rise of Dateline show ‘To Catch a Predator’
Music News RadioTaylor Swift’s ‘August’ removed from Donald Trump TikTok post that joked she would be “super excited” about its use
Taylor Swift’s song ‘August’ has been removed from a Donald Trump TikTok post that had quipped the artist would be “super excited” about it
Music News RadioWatch Olivia Rodrigo play intimate Brooklyn show as she launches Bandcamp page
Olivia Rodrigo has played a surprise intimate show in Brooklyn before launching her own Bandcamp page - check out footage below.
Music News RadioLindsey Buckingham teases new project with Stevie Nicks for 2027
Lindsey Buckingham teases new secret project with Stevie Nicks for 2027: “Next year should be pretty interesting”
Music News RadioFoo Fighters release Bandcamp live EP ‘Are Playing Where??? Vol. II’
Foo Fighters have surprise-released a new live EP, ‘Are Playing Where??? Vol. II’, on Bandcamp – check it out below.
Music News RadioBrandi Carlile postpones UK and European tour over “personal circumstances”
Brandi Carlile postpones UK and European tour over “personal circumstances”, saying she is “so profoundly anxious about this decision”
Music News RadioChappell Roan announces two-night Los Angeles fundraiser for trans youth and LGBTQ+ communities
Chappell Roan has announced a two-night benefit event in Los Angeles to raise money for trans youth and LGBTQ+ communities.
Music News RadioMorrissey cancels Las Vegas residency due to “unforeseen logistical challenges” a week before the first show
Morrissey cancels Las Vegas residency due to “unforeseen logistical challenges” a week before the first show
Music News RadioVera Blue covers Radiohead’s ‘Creep’ for triple j’s Like A Version
Vera Blue covered Radiohead’s “Creep” for triple j’s Like A Version.
Music News RadioTWICE’s “FANCY” Becomes Their 3rd MV To Hit 700 Million Views | Soompi
TWICE’s music video for “FANCY” has soared past 700 million views on YouTube! According to JYP Entertainment, on August 8 at around 12 p.m, TWICE’s music
Music News RadioBrandi Carlile Postpones U.K. and European Tour Citing ‘Personal Circumstances’
Brandi Carlile has postponed the U.K. and European legs of her tour, citing “personal circumstances,” the singer-songwriter.
Music News RadioStray Kids Tops YouTube And iTunes Charts All Over The World With “THIS & THAT” | Soompi
Stray Kids is back—and already topping charts worldwide! On August 7 at 1 p.m. KST, Stray Kids made their highly-anticipated comeback with their new mini
Music News RadioAngélique Kidjo to Become First African Musician to Receive a Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Angélique Kidjo will become the first African musician to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Music News RadioCharlie Worsham Talks New Album ‘Once Upon a Second Time Around,’ Collabs With Lainey Wilson, Stephen Wilson Jr.
Charlie Worsham discusses his new album ‘Once Upon A Second Time Around’ and his status as an essential part of Nashville’s music community.
Music News RadioSix Reasons Why You Should See Hilary Duff’s Tour Right Now
Hilary Duff’s comeback tour is pure millennial magic, packed with surprise guests and deep cuts.
Music News RadioRyan Castro and Feid’s ‘Mentira’ & More: Vote for the Best New Latin Music Release This Week
Feid and Ryan Castro’s “Mentira” is among this week’s new Latin music releases. Vote for your favorite song in Billboard’s poll.
Music News RadioMegan Thee Stallion Must Face Trial in Cameraman’s Lawsuit Over Alleged Car-Sex Incident: Judge
Megan Thee Stallion and Roc Nation must face trial in a lawsuit filed by a former cameraman who says he was forced to watch her have sex in a car.
Music News RadioThis Weighted Derpy Pillow Mimics a Hug From the ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Tiger to Help You Gently Fall Asleep - Shop Here
The feeling of holding the cuddly 18-inch Derpy plushie against the body provides a ‘comforting, cozy feel,’ per a product description.
Music News RadioKATSEYE’s Sophia Laforteza announces hiatus to focus on “mental health”
KATSEYE singer Sophia Laforteza has announced she is taking a break from the girl group to focus on her mental health.
Music News RadioIn Canada: Osheaga Festival Draws Near-Record Attendance With Tate McRae, Stella Lefty & More
The Osheaga Festival drew a near-record crowd this year and more Canada music news, including a recap of this year’s OVO Golf Classic.
Music News RadioMeshell Ndegeocello, Cat Power Give Human League’s ‘Don’t You Want Me’ a Reggae Rework
Listen to Meshell Ndegeocello and Cat Power give Human League’s “Don’t You Want Me” a reggae rework.
Music News RadioCORTIS Tells NYC to Put Their Phones Down at First U.S. Solo Concert: The 7 Best Moments
Less than a year on the scene, the CORTIS members performed like pros at their solo Put Your Phone Down concert in the U.S. at Infosys Theater at MSG.
Music News RadioDenise Welch reveals that Tiny Habits sang the first dance at Matty Healy and Gabbriette Bechtel’s wedding
Matty Healy‘s mum, Denise Welch has revealed that Tiny Habits sang the first dance at The 1975 frontman and Gabbriette Bechtel’s wedding.
Music News RadioA Timeline of Gracie Abrams & Paul Mescal’s Relationship
Gracie Abrams and Paul Mescal’s relationship has blossomed since 2024. Here’s an updating timeline.
Music News RadioStray Kids’ ‘THIS & THAT’ Album: All 7 Tracks Ranked
From new singles “This & That” and “RUN IT” to R&B, rock and EDM songs, Stray Kids deliver another musically diverse album for ‘THIS & THAT.’
Music News RadioRavyn Lenae Breaks Down Boundaries on ‘Blue Island’
Ravyn Lenae follows hit single ‘Love Me Not’ from ‘Birds’ Eye’ with third album ‘Blue Island,’ making a bold case for her place in pop and beyond.
Music News RadioKatseye’s Sophia Laforteza Announces Hiatus From Group
Katseye member Sophia Laforteza is taking a break from the group to focus on her mental health.
Music News RadioExecutive Turntable: SiriusXM Names Jenny Tartikoff Senior VP & Head of Communications
SiriusXM names a new head of communications, several companies announce their launch and more music industry jobs.
Music News RadioChappell Roan Announces Two-Night LGBTQ+ Fundraising Event
Chappell Roan has announced the Super Graphic Spectacular, a two-night event in Los Angeles to raise money for trans youth and LGBTQ+ communities.
Music News RadioNeil Young announces new album with the Chrome Hearts, shares soothing title track ‘Second Song’
Neil Young has announced details of his new album with The Chrome Hearts, ‘Second Song’ and shared the title track - check it out here.
Music News RadioHow Slayyyter, RAYE & Kehlani Won New Fans in 2026 — And Scored Their Biggest Tours to Date
Here’s how Slayyyter, RAYE & Kehlani scored chart wins and big tours in 2026, according to their agent, THE•TEAM’s Eli Gelernter.
Music News RadioElla Langley & Morgan Wallen’s ‘I Can’t Love You Anymore’ Tops Country Airplay
Ella Langley and Morgan Wallen’s “I Can’t Love You Anymore” is No. 1 on the Country Airplay chart.
Music News RadioChappell Roan Is Launching The Super Graphic Spectacular to Benefit Trans Youth & LGBTQ+ Communities
Chappell Roan is launching benefit event The Super Graphic Spectacular to benefit and support trans youth and LGBTQ+ communities.
Music News RadioAudrey Nuna Is Ready to Reintroduce Herself
After KPop Demon Hunters, Audrey Nuna is looking to recalibrate her sound and fanbase with her new “SuperHuman” single. Read the Billboard interview.
Music News RadioWomen’s safety campaigners call for Jared Leto’s Thirty Seconds To Mars 2027 UK tour to be axed
Women’s safety campaigners are calling for Jared Leto’s upcoming 2027 UK tour to be cancelled in the wake of sexual misconduct allegations.
Music News RadioOlivia Rodrigo Rocks Out at Surprise Underplay in Brooklyn’s Warsaw: 5 Best Moments
Olivia Rodrigo’s surprise Brooklyn pop-up at Warsaw. The 5 best moments.
Music News RadioWilliam Orbit, Grammy-Winning Producer of Madonna’s ‘Ray of Light,’ Dead at 69
William Orbit, the renowned British electronic music producer who helped guide Madonna’s ‘Ray of Light’ and Blur’s ’13,′ has died at the age of 69.
Music News RadioMax Styler Was Ready to Quit Dance Music, Now He’s One of Its Buzziest New Artists
The producer’s EP, I Don’t Think I Can Stop, is out today, Aug. 7. Here talks about his music, his rise and why four hours sets are his sweet spot.
Music News RadioSee Chris Stapleton Perform ‘Patience’ With Guns N’ Roses Members in Toronto
A night after Chris Stapleton joined Guns N’ Roses onstage in Toronto, band members returned the favor Thursday with “Patience.”
Music News RadioKurupt Reveals Eminem Helped Cover His Rehab Costs
Kurupt recently shared that Eminem quietly helped pay for his rehab treatment during one of the darkest periods of his life.
Music News RadioNeil Young and the Chrome Hearts Return With New Album Second Song
The group’s Talkin to the Trees follow-up is out September 18
Music News RadioNeil Young Releases Wistful, 11-Minute Title Track From New Album ‘Second Song’
Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts are releasing their new LP ‘Second Song’ on September 18, but you can check out the eleven-minute title track now.
Music News RadioEarth, Wind, and Fire Postpone San Francisco Concert Due to Band Member’s ‘Medical Emergency’
Earth, Wind, and Fire postponed their concert in San Francisco Thursday after an unnamed member of the band suffered a “medical emergency.”
Music News RadioJay-Z’s New Verse on a Beyoncé Outtake, Plus Karol G and More Songs You Need to Know This Week
Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Karol G, Ravyn Lenae, and all the songs you need to know this week.
Music News RadioFrom Karol G to Stray Kids, Stella Lefty & More, Which New Music Release Is Your Favorite This Week? Vote!
In the best new music of the week poll, vote for releases by Karol G, Stray Kids and more.
Music News RadioWyclef Jean and Lauryn Hill Have One-Word Answer About Possibility of First New Fugees Album in 30 Years
Lauryn Hill had a one-word answer, ‘absolutely,’ when asked if she and Fugees bandmate Wyclef Jean are considering the group’s first new LP in 30 years.
Music News RadioDowntown Music Can’t End Lawsuit Over Split With Partner It Linked to Streaming Fraud
A judge says Downtown Music must face a lawsuit over its decision to quickly end a partnership with a company it says was linked to streaming fraud.
Music News RadioShueisha Launches 100th-Anniversary MANGA MILLION Project With 400 Titles, Including ‘ONE PIECE’ Free in Over 100 Languages
Shueisha launched its MANGA MILLION project on Aug. 6, a global digital service commemorating the company’s 100th anniversary.
Music News RadioAriana Grande Earns Her Sixth Consecutive U.K. No. 1 Album With ‘Petal’
Ariana Grande’s ‘Petal’ is No. 1 on the U.K. albums chart, becoming her sixth consecutive project to top the list.