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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 RadioAriana Grande Taking a ‘Step Back’ From Public Life After Tour
Just days after Ariana Grande released her new album ‘Petal,’ the singer will take a “step back” after the end of her current tour, her rep revealed.
Music News RadioMassive Attack Banned from Singapore After Displaying Palestine Flag Onstage
“We did not imagine that merely holding up the flag of a sovereign state recognized by 157 countries (Palestine) would violate any law,” the band said in a…
Music News RadioMadonna Brings Out Kylie Minogue for ‘Love Sensation’ Performance at WorldPride Amsterdam
Madonna surprised fans by bringing out Kylie Minogue for a special performance during WorldPride Amsterdam 2026.
Music News RadioWatch David Byrne join Anna Calvi on stage in Halifax and Cardiff for ‘Strange Weather’
David Byrne joined Anna Calvi on stage in Halifax and Cardiff for performances of their collaborative track ‘Strange Weather’.
Music News RadioSEVENTEEN, BOYNEXTDOOR, NEXZ, And PLAVE Earn RIAJ Million And Gold Certifications In Japan | Soompi
The Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) has announced its latest batch of official certifications! This month, SEVENTEEN earned an official
Music News RadioMorgan Wallen’s ‘I’m the Problem’ Back at No. 1 on Billboard 200 for 14th Week
Morgan Wallen’s “I’m the Problem” returns to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a 14th week, while Charli xcx’s latest debuts in the top three.
Music News RadioRobyn and Zara Larsson team up for new collab ‘Talk To Me, Zara’
Robyn and Zara Larsson have joined forces for a new collaborative single, ‘Talk To Me, Zara’ – check it out below.
Music News RadioSee Madonna Bring Out Kylie Minogue to Preview ‘Love Sensation’ Remix in Amsterdam
Madonna brought out Kylie Minogue during her Amsterdam concert to preview the pair’s “Love Sensation” remix.
Music News RadioPhil Collins reveals alcohol addiction left him on life support in 2024: “People were coming to say goodbye”
Phil Collins has revealed he nearly died in 2024 after his alcohol addiction left him in intensive care, with his family “coming to say goodbye”.
Music News RadioLollapalooza 2026 Shortens Wolf Alice and Cortis Sets Due to Severe Flooding
Day three of Lollapalooza 2026 was hit by severe flooding that delayed the festival schedule and pushed back performances from several artists.
Music News RadioListen to Tom Waits’ New Spoken-Word Track “The Fly”
It’s the B-side to his recent collaboration with Massive Attack, “Boots on the Ground”
Music News RadioWatch Harry Styles Recover in Style From a Fall During His Second Night in Mexico City
Watch Harry Styles recover in style from a fall during the second show of his Mexico residency.
Music News RadioCheck out New Radicals’ first new original song in 28 years, ‘One Night Only (Break Loose Break Free!)’
New Radicals have shared their first new original song in 28 years in the form of ‘One Night Only (Break Loose Break Free!)’.
Music News RadioPhil Collins Reveals He Nearly Died in 2024 Amid Battle With Alcohol Addiction
Phil Collins reveals in a new interview that he nearly died in 2024 amid his battle with alcoholic addiction.
Music News RadioWatch Madonna bring out Kylie Minogue for ‘Love Sensation’ at WorldPride Amsterdam
Madonna brought out Kylie Minogue for a surprise performance of ‘Love Sensation’ at WorldPride Amsterdam – watch footage below.
Music News RadioTrueno & Milo J Close LAMC 2026 at New York’s SummerStage & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music
Trueno & Milo J headline LAMC 2026 finale at SummerStage as panels highlight Latin music’s global rise and emerging artists shine at showcases.
Music News RadioBOYNEXTDOOR Announces Comeback Dates For Repackaged Album And New Japanese Single | Soompi
Mark your calendars: BOYNEXTDOOR has big plans for the months ahead! On August 2, BOYNEXTDOOR held the third and final night of their “KNOCK ON Vol.2”
Music News RadioMassive Attack say entire band were detained and some had passports confiscated in Singapore after Palestine flag display
Massive Attack said the entire band were detained and some had their passports confiscated in Singapore after displaying the Palestinian flag.
Music News RadioWatch Olivia Rodrigo Play “Thirty-Three” with The Smashing Pumpkins at Lollapalooza
Melissa Auf der Mar and Yungblud also popped up during the band’s headlining set at the Chicago festival on Friday
Music News RadioLollapalooza 2026 Day Three: Olivia Dean, Sienna Spiro, and Rain Delays
Olivia Dean brought out surprise guest Sam Fender for her headlining set on Day Three of Lollapalooza 2026 in Chicago.
Music News RadioFights with Bob Dylan, Magic with U2: Daniel Lanois on His Life in Music
Lanois goes deep on making some of the greatest albums ever, from U2’s ‘The Joshua Tree’ to Bob Dylan’s ‘Time Out of Mind″to Peter Gabriel’s ‘So’
Music News RadioBTS Return to MetLife Stadium With a Full ARIRANG World Tour Show: 15 Best Moments
Two weeks after BTS’ World Cup Final Halftime Show performance in MetLife Stadium, BTS gave New Jersey the complete ARIRANG concert with Nas watching.
Music News RadioATEEZ, CORTIS, Yeonjun, LE SSERAFIM, BTS, BOYNEXTDOOR, aespa, Stray Kids, And More Sweep Top Spots On Billboard World Albums Chart | Soompi
Billboard has published its World Albums chart for the week ending on August 1! ATEEZ’s latest mini album “GOLDEN HOUR : Part.5” returned to No. 1 this
Music News RadioNew Radicals Release First New Song in 28 Years for ‘One Night Only’ Rom-Com
New Radicals, of Nineties hit “You Get What You Give” fame, have released their first new song in nearly 28 years for the film ‘One Night Only.’
Music News RadioWatch Sam Fender join Olivia Dean for ‘Rein Me In’ at Lollapalooza 2026
Olivia Dean surprised the Lollapalooza crowd by bringing out Sam Fender for ‘Rein Me In’ - check out footage of their performance here.
Music News RadioWargasm sign to Hopeless Records and share frenetic new single ‘Get Down’
Wargasm have announced they have signed to Hopeless Records, sharing the frenetic new single ‘Get Down’ – listen here.
Music News RadioRoger Waters shares “reimagined” version of Pink Floyd’s ‘Comfortably Numb’ with Palestinian singer Mona Miari, hopes it will be seen as “pr
Roger Waters has shared a “reimagined” version of Pink Floyd’s ‘Comfortably Numb’ with Palestinian singer Mona Miari – check it out below.
Music News RadioPhil Collins Recalls Being ‘Blown Away’ by Taylor Swift Before Her Superstardom
Phil Collins has praised Taylor Swift, saying the pop superstar “deserves” her place as “the hugest thing in the world” after seeing her perform.
Music News RadioWatch Fiddlehead and Walter Schreifels cover Sick Of It All’s ‘It’s Clobberin’ Time’ in tribute to late Lou Koller
Fiddlehead and Walter Schreifels joined forces to cover Sick Of It All’s ‘It’s Clobberin’ Time’ in tribute to the late Lou Koller
Music News RadioWatch Tori Amos cover ‘Falling Slowly’ in tribute to Glen Hansard
Tori Amos has paid tribute to the late Glen Hansard by covering The Swell Season’s ‘Falling Slowly’ in Boston – watch footage below.
Music News RadioLollapalooza shortens Wolf Alice and Cortis sets after severe flooding causes delays
Lollapalooza was hit with a series of delays, with severe flooding pushing back several artists’ sets for the 2026 edition.
Music News RadioKylie Minogue Joins Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds for ‘Where the Wild Roses Grow’ in Brighton
Kylie Minogue joined Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds during the band’s concert at Preston Park to perform their 1995 duet “Where the Wild Roses Grow.”
Music News RadioUNCHILD To Make 1st-Ever Comeback In September | Soompi
High Up Entertainment’s rookie girl group UNCHILD is gearing up for their first-ever comeback! Following the group’s celebration of the 100th day since
Music News RadioRosé’s “APT.” Becomes Fastest MV Led By Female Artist To Hit 2.6 Billion Views | Soompi
BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Bruno Mars’ “APT.” continues its record-breaking run on YouTube! On the morning of July 31 KST, the music video for “APT.” surpassed
Music News RadioCORTIS’s Lollapalooza Set Shortened Due To Intense Flooding | Soompi
CORTIS’s set at Lollapalooza 2026 was shortened due to the heavy rainfall and flooding in Chicago. On August 1 local time, Lollapalooza delayed the start
Music News RadioBillie Eilish’s ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour’ Film Hits Streaming This Week
Billie Eilish’s concert film, directed by James Cameron, debuts on streaming on Aug. 6.
Music News RadioWatch: fromis_9 Takes 3rd Win For “Vitamin ME” On “Music Core”; Performances By KARD, DAY6’s Young K, And More | Soompi
fromis_9 has won a third music show trophy for “Vitamin ME”! On the August 1 episode of MBC’s “Music Core,” the candidates for first place were RESCENE’s
Music News RadioPatti Smith Reflects On Meeting Pope Leo XIV: ‘A Moment That Will Forever Produce a Smile’
Patti Smith was giddy and almost at a loss for words when she met Pope Leo XIV.
Music News RadioWatch Knocked Loose and Denzel Curry perform ‘Hive Mind’ at Brooklyn skatepark
Knocked Loose and Denzel Curry have performed their single ‘Hive Mind’ live for the first time at a surprise show in Brooklyn.
Music News RadioParker McCollum Welcomes Second Baby With Wife Hallie Ray
Parker McCollum and his wife, Hallie Ray McCollum, have welcomed their second child together.
Music News RadioWilliam Shatner leaks that he and his metal band are on the line-up for Coachella 2027
William Shatner appears to have revealed that he and his new heavy metal band The *uckers will perform at Coachella 2027.
Music News Radio‘¡Viva México!’ Harry Styles Kicks Off His GNP Seguros Stadium Residency: 5 Best Moments
Harry Styles kicked off his six-night run at the GNP Seguros Stadium in Mexico City on July 31, part of his Together, Together tour.
Music News RadioModest Mouse Replaces Guitarist Simon O’Connor Amid Allegations
Modest Mouse guitarist Simon O’Connor won’t join the band’s tour after allegations he sent inappropriate messages to a minor on social media.
Music News RadioSee Phish Bust Out XTC’s ‘Melt the Guns’ for First Time Since 1987
Phish unleashed the biggest “bust out” in their history Friday in Boston, playing XTC’s “Melt the Guns” live for the first time since 1987.
Music News RadioWarren Ellis shares story of guitar gifted to him by Glen Hansard: “Everyone Glen crossed in life was richer for the experience”
Warren Ellis has shared the story of a guitar gifted to him by Glen Hansard, noting that “everyone Glen crossed in life was richer for the experience”.
Music News RadioGlen Hansard’s Family Announces Public Memorial and Funeral Details in Dublin
The family of Glen Hansard has announced details of the Irish singer-songwriter’s public memorial and funeral following his death.
Music News RadioBoy George parts ways with “gutless” record label manager who refused to release pro-Israel song
Boy George has parted ways with his record label manager after he refused to release the singer’s pro-Israel song ‘We Will Dance Again’.
Music News RadioPatti Smith meets Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican: “A spark was lit”
Patti Smith has met with Pope Leo XIV during a 40-minute private audience at the Vatican.
Music News RadioHere’s Where to Watch WWE SummerSlam 2026 Live Online for Free
WWE SummerSlam is here. Kicking off this weekend, here’s how to watch Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, Liv Morgan, CM Punk in action live online for free.
Music News RadioFood stall shut down after dozens fall ill at Truck Festival 2026
A food stall at Truck Festival 2026 has been shut down after dozens of attendees reported falling ill.
Music News RadioSee Kylie Minogue Join Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds for ‘Where the Wild Roses Grow’ at Brighton Show
Two Australian legends reunited in Brighton, England as Kylie Minogue joined Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds onstage during the band’s concert on Friday.
Music News RadioLollapalooza 2026 Day Two: Smashing Pumpkins, Charli XCX Deliver Rock Music to Massive Crowds
Charli XCX and Smashing Pumpkins headlined Lollapalooza 2026 on Friday night.
Music News RadioPatti Smith Meets Pope Leo XIV: ‘A Moment That Shall Forever Produce a Smile’
Patti Smith met Pope Leo XIV on Friday at the Vatican, with the singer and the pontiff, two Chicago natives, sitting down for a 40-minute conversation.
Music News Radio50 Years Ago Today: An Exhausted Elvis Presley Plays a Lackluster Matinee in Virginia
Elvis Presley was not in good health, and was running on little sleep, when he took the stage at the Hampton Coliseum on Aug. 1, 1976.
Music News RadioListen to Tom Waits’ darkly comic new spoken-word track ‘The Fly’
Tom Waits has released the full version of his sardonic spoken-word track ‘The Fly’ – give it a listen here.
Music News RadioWatch Kylie Minogue reunite with Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds at mammoth Brighton gig
See photos, footage, the setlist and more from Kylie Minogue joining Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds at Brighton’s Preston Park with Flaming Lips and more
Music News RadioWatch Sombr bring out 5 Seconds of Summer at Lollapalooza set
Sombr brought out 5 Seconds of Summer at Lollapalooza, joining forces with the band for a rendition of ‘She Looks So Perfect’.
Music News RadioGlen Hansard’s family announce details of public wake and funeral
Glen Hansard’s family have announced details of a public wake and funeral for the late Irish singer-songwriter.
Music News RadioWhite House slammed for using Bad Bunny song in new ICE deportation video
The White House has come under fire for using a Bad Bunny track in promotional videos for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Music News RadioWatch The Smashing Pumpkins bring out Olivia Rodrigo and Yungblud for Lollapalooza 2026 headline set
The Smashing Pumpkins brought out Olivia Rodrigo, Yungblud and Melissa Auf der Maur during their headline set at Lollapalooza Festival 2026.