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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 RadioSlipknot’s Jim Root responds to rumours of Sid Wilson’s exit from band: “Don’t believe everything you read”
Slipknot guitarist Jim Root has seemingly responded to rumours that Sid Wilson has been permanently axed from the band
Music News RadioLil Uzi Vert Drops Surprise Birthday EP After Lollapalooza Cancellation
Lil Uzi Vert’s Lollapalooza set was canceled Friday amid stormy weather in Chicago.
Music News RadioElastica tease their return: “Missed us?”
Elastica have teased their return after 25 years, telling fans that they have been “busy behind the scenes”.
Music News RadioOlivia Rodrigo and Yungblud Join Smashing Pumpkins for Surprise Lollapalooza Set
Smashing Pumpkins brought out Olivia Rodrigo and Yungblud for their headlining set at Lollapalooza.
Music News RadioOH MY GIRL’s Mimi Announces Plans For Solo Debut | Soompi
OH MY GIRL’s Mimi is gearing up for her official solo debut! On August 1, Mimi’s agency announced that she was preparing to debut as a solo artist later
Music News RadioOlivia Rodrigo and Yungblud Join Smashing Pumpkins for Nostalgia-Fueled Lollapalooza Set
It was the good old Nineties again during the Smashing Pumpkins stunning Lollapalooza performance as Olivia Rodrigo and Yungblud joined the band.
Music News RadioModest Mouse Drops Guitarist Simon O’Connor From Upcoming Tour
Modest Mouse announced Friday that guitarist Simon O’Connor would not join the band for the upcoming tour.
Music News RadioYungblud Makes Triumphant Return at Lollapalooza and Rocks Out With Fan Katie
Yungblud returned to Lollapalooza in Chicago on Friday, where he rocked the crowd with songs from his breakthrough album, 2025’s ‘Idols.’
Music News RadioIn Canada: Angine de Poitrine, PUP & More Make SOCAN Polaris Song Prize Short List
Angine de Poitrine is among the artists to make the SOCAN Polaris Song Prize Short List and more music news out of Canada.
Music News RadioBE:FIRST Is Ready for the World: Inside the J-Pop Superstars’ Long-Planned U.S. Breakthrough
BE:FIRST has announced its U.S. partners for the J-pop group’s new song, EP and more. The band sits with Billboard for an interview about its new era.
Music News RadioWhat Every Music Company Made in Q2 2026 (Updating)
Music company earnings results for Q2 2026 are rounded up. See what companies including UMG, Live Nation, HYBE, Sony and more made in the quarter.
Music News Radio‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Continues Blind Box Trend With New Phone Huggers
Collect all nine minifigures from ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ to accessorize a phone, tablet or computer screen.
Music News RadioKarol G Invites ‘Everyone To Be A Little More Dramatic, A Little More Extra’ With New Album ‘No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto’
Karol G opens up about her intimate new album, ‘No Me Arrepiento De Sentir Tanto’ and embracing vulnerability and deep emotions.
Music News RadioCam’ron Shares a Wild Story Involving DMX, a Dog and a Raccoon
Cam’ron shares a wild story involving DMX, a dog and a raccoon.
Music News RadioDIRECTV’s MiEspañol Genre Pack Lets Spanish-Speaking Users Stream Telemundo, Univision and More
The World Cup may be over, but DIRECTV’s MiEspañol Genre Pack keeps Spanish-speaking viewers connected with 60+ channels, live sports, entertainment and news.
Music News RadioSB19 Talks Performing ‘Lawless’ At Lollapalooza For the First Time & Being the First Filipino Group to Perform At the Festival | Billboard N
SB19 talks about performing “Lawless” at Lollapalooza, being the first Filipino group to perform at the Chicago festival
Music News RadioCharli xcx Says ‘Girl, So Confusing’ Feels ‘More Special’ After Singing It With Lorde at Lollapalooza
Charli xcx said that her and Lorde’s duet at Lollapalooza 2026 made “Girl, So Confusing” feel “more special.”
Music News RadioTom Corson Named COO at Warner Music Group
Tom Corson has been named COO at Warner Music Group, succeeding Armin Zerza. He was previously co-chairman and COO at Warner Records.
Music News Radio‘Game’ Back On: Michelle Branch’s Classic, Remade With New Radicals, Makes Billboard Chart Debut
Michelle Branch extends her history on Billboard’s charts to more than 25 years, as her new version of “The Game of Love” debuts on Adult Pop Airplay.
Music News RadioWarner Music Group CFO & COO Armin Zerza Steps Down After One Year
Warner Music Group CFO & COO Armin Zerza has stepped down after one year in the role, it was announced on Friday (July 31).
Music News RadioDoes Fender Own the Stratocaster Design? Inside a Legal Feud Dividing the Global Guitar Business
Does Fender own the Stratocaster guitar design? Go inside the legal fight that has been dividing the global guitar business.
Music News RadioPhish in the Nineties: What a Time It Was
A lifelong Phish fan traces his journey from discovering “Esther” in a Missouri frat house to touring the country and hosting Phish Radio on SiriusXM.
Music News RadioHow 26 Golden Retrievers Took Over Stateside
20+ Golden Retrievers and Free Popsicles Made For the Sweetest Surprise at Stateside
Music News RadioAtlanta’s ONE Musicfest Cancels This Year’s Festival, Wants to Build New Iteration
ONE Musicfest has decided to hit pause in 2026 to rethink their strategy in time for next year.
Music News RadioThe Insane Irony of the White House Using Bad Bunny’s ‘La Mudanza’ for Deportation Videos
The White House has used Bad Bunny’s ‘La Mudanza’ in a deportation videos on social media. It’s truly ironic.
Music News RadioDrake ‘Fraudulent Streams’ Case on Ice as Judge Sends Online Casino Claims to Arbitration
A judge has paused a lawsuit claiming Drake helped inflate his streaming numbers, saying the plaintiffs must first arbitrate with online casino Stake.
Music News RadioDrake Avoids Class Action Lawsuit Over Gambling Endorsements & Stream Bots – For Now
Drake avoided a class action lawsuit over gambling endorsements and “botting and streaming farm activities.” A judge says it must move to arbitration.
Music News RadioExecutive Turntable: HYBE Elevates Jenni Pfaff to Chief People and Transformation Officer
HYBE has elevated Jenni Pfaff to chief people and transformation officer’ Sony Music Publishing, K-LOVE and more music industry hires.
Music News RadioLollapalooza 2026: Best Photos From the Festival
Lollapalooza 2026 is in full swing! Here are the best photos from the festival.
Music News Radio‘Ted Lasso’ Returns for Season 4: How to Watch the Comeback Online for Free
Jason Sudeikis’ beloved coach is back on the sidelines Aug. 5 for Season 4 of ‘Ted Lasso,’ this time leading a women’s football team.
Music News RadioModest Mouse guitarist Simon O’Connor will not join upcoming tour following inappropriate messages allegations
Modest Mouse have said Simon O’Connor will not join their upcoming tour, following allegations of inappropriate messages to a 16-year-old fan.
Music News RadioErick Brian, Dale Pututi & Nesty’s ‘Efímero’ & More: Vote for the Best New Latin Music Release This Week
Erick Brian, Karol G, Los Tigres del Norte, and more dropped new music this week. Vote for the best Latin release this week in our poll.
Music News RadioPorter Robinson & Ninajirachi on Their Debut Collab: ‘I’m Getting Messages From People I Didn’t Even Think Would Like It’
“I’m getting messages from people that I didn’t even think would like it,” Robinson says of the collaborative single they debuted at Coachella 2026.
Music News RadioMorgan Wallen Repeats Rare Top-Two Takeover on Country Airplay Chart
Morgan Wallen repeats a rare top-two takeover on the Country Airplay chart while also debuting with “Been by Now.”
Music News RadioMadonna Earns Second Dance Airplay No. 1 From ‘Confessions II’ With ‘Love Sensation’
Madonna’s “Love Sensation” off new album ‘Confessions II’ reaches No. 1 on the Dance Airplay chart.
Music News RadioWhite House Uses Bad Bunny & Drake Songs in New ICE Deportation Videos: ‘You’re Going Home’
The White House uses Bad Bunny & Drake songs in TikTok videos promoting ICE immigration efforts, sparking debate over music usage.
Music News RadioGlen Hansard: Family Announces Memorial Arrangements, Public Funeral
Glen Hansard’s family has announced the details of his memorial arrangements following the death of the Irish singer-songwriter earlier this week.
Music News RadioBTS’ Grammy Decision: Was the Band Getting Ahead of Another Awards Show Sidelining? (Critic’s Take)
BTS’ decision not to submit to the 2027 Grammys isn’t a snub. Critic’s take.
Music News RadioBoy George responds to “genocide denier” criticism after pro-Israel song ‘We Will Dance Again’: “I come from a place of peace”
Boy George has responded to criticism of his pro-Israel song ‘We Will Dance Again’, insisting that he “comes from a place of peace”.
Music News RadioSimon O’Connor Dropped From Modest Mouse Tour
The guitarist was recently accused of sending inappropriate messages to an underage fan
Music News RadioFrom Ariana Grande to Cardi B & More, Which New Music Release Is Your Favorite This Week? Vote!
In the best new music of the week poll, vote for releases by Ariana Grande, Cardi B and more.
Music News RadioThe Best Moments So Far From Lollapalooza 2026
Here are the best moments from Lollapalooza 2026 so far.
Music News RadioNorth West Scraps Tour Plans: ‘It Isn’t Happening Anymore’
North West has cancelled her debut tour, on which she would have been joined by rapper Molly Santana, just days before it was scheduled to begin.
Music News RadioAriana Grande, Shaboozey, Rachel Chinouriri, and All the Songs You Need to Know This Week
Ariana Grande, Shaboozey, Rachel Chinouriri, and all the songs you need to know this week.
Music News RadioFrancisca Valenzuela’s ‘Maldita’ Is an Unflinching -- and Cathartic -- Look at Motherhood
The Chilean-American singer-songwriter goes deep and finds catharsis on her new album.
Music News RadioBTS Boycott the Grammys, But Will Other Artists Follow?
After the Grammys announced a Best Asian Pop category, BTS announced they won’t submit their album. Will other artists follow their lead?
Music News RadioMassive Attack members banned from re-entering Singapore after Palestinian flag display
Two members of Massive Attack have been banned from re-entering Singapore after the group displayed a Palestinian flag at a recent concert.
Music News RadioTom Waits Shares New Spoken Word Piece ‘The Fly’: ‘My Appreciation for the Winged Nuisance’
Tom Waits has shared a new spoken word piece titled “The Fly,” the B-side to his recent collaboration with Massive Attack.
Music News RadioSelena Gomez, Becky G, and Benny Blanco Just Dropped the Video of the Summer
Selena Gomez and Becky G have joined forces on Benny Blanco’s new song ‘Te Olvido (La La)’ and the Chicano-inspired video
Music News RadioSam Fender and Olivia Dean’s ‘Rein Me In’ becomes longest-running UK Number One single of all time
Sam Fender and Olivia Dean have broken the record for the longest-running UK Number One single of all time with their hit track ‘Rein Me In’.
Music News RadioAriana Grande’s Audition Goes Wrong in New “Petal” Video
The black-and-white visual for her new album’s title track gets stamped with a parental advisory warning
Music News RadioCarly Simon Gets Poetic on New Song ‘Peaches’
Carly Simon has dropped “Peaches,” the latest single off her upcoming album ‘Comes in Waves.’
Music News RadioAdele Bertei says Sinéad O’Connor “dumped” David Holmes from producing final album and accuses him of “exploiting” her memory
Adele Bertei has hit out at the post that producer David Holmes made about Sinead O’Connor’s final album, accusing him of “exploiting” the late singer’s memory.
Music News RadioWatch Lorde Surprise Lollapalooza Crowd With Special Guest Charli xcx on ‘Girl, So Confusing’
Lorde’s headlining Lollapalooza set featured Charli xcx swinging by for a duet on “Girl, So Confusing.” Multiple fans also passed out during the set.
Music News RadioBillboard’s 21 Under 21: See Who Made the 2026 List
Billboard’s 21 Under 21 list in music for 2025 includes KATSEYE, Bella Kay, Milo J and more.
Music News RadioShaboozey Thinks Big on ‘The Outlaw Cherie Lee & Other Western Tales’
Shaboozey wants to be more than just the ‘Tipsy’ guy on his new Wild West concept album, ‘The Outlaw Cherie Lee and Other Western Tales’
Music News RadioLollapalooza 2026: The Best Photos
See the best photos from Lollapalooza 2026, including Lorde, John Summit, Charli XCX, Olivia Dean, Smashing Pumpkins, and more.
Music News RadioMassive Attack Under Investigation for Palestine Support at Singapore Concert
Massive Attack are under investigation in Singapore after showing support for Palestine during their concert there Wednesday, a violation of local law.
Music News RadioNorth West’s Debut Headlining Tour With Molly Santana Canceled Just Days Before Scheduled Kick-Off: ‘Sadly, It’s Not Happening Anymore’
North West’s debut headlining tour with Molly Santana has been called off just days before its kick-off, according to the venues and the artists.
Music News RadioAlbert Hammond Jr says The Strokes’ ‘Angles’ was originally “more Stones-y” but ended up “flat” and “all over the place”
Albert Hammond Jr has revealed that The Strokes’ ‘Angles’ originally sounded “more Stones-y”, but said it ended up “flat”.