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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…
Episodes
Music News RadioThe 21 Best Songs About Being Uncool, From Taylor Swift to Echosmith (Staff Picks)
The top 21 songs about being uncool, featuring Taylor Swift, Echosmith and more all picked by Billboard staff.
Music News RadioHere’s How to Get Disney+ Online for Free
Although Disney+ doesn’t have a free trial, we found a clever workaround to get access to the streaming service for free: Here’s how to stream free.
Music News RadioBoy George pulls out of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ at London Palladium days before first show
Boy George has withdrawn from ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ at the London Palladium, days before he was due to make his first appearance.
Music News RadioCole Swindell’s ‘Girl Dad’ Connects Three Generations in a New Life Chapter: ‘These Kinds of Songs Are Why I Love Country Music’
Billboard looks at the writing and recording behind Cole Swindell’s “Girl Dad.”
Music News RadioMilo J & Trueno Double Down on Their Argentine Roots at LAMC: ‘The Best Thing We Could Do Was Make Music With Our Identity’
Milo J and Trueno highlight Argentine culture at LAMC, sharing how staying true to their roots and identity fuels their music’s global resonance.
Music News RadioTravis Scott Directs Visual for ‘Odyssey’ Song ‘When I’m Home’
Travis Scott has released the video for “When I’m Home,” the end-credit track from ‘The Odyssey,’ created with James Blake and Ludwig Goransson.
Music News RadioAriana Grande says ‘Petal’ was written from a place of “unfiltered rage”
Ariana Grande has said that her upcoming album ‘Petal’ was written from a place of “unfiltered rage”.
Music News RadioAphex Twin’s ‘Drukqs’ set for 25th anniversary vinyl reissue
Aphex Twin’s double album ‘Drukqs’ is set to receive a 25th anniversary reissue – see all the details below.
Music News RadioJam City Lines Up New Album My World
Listen to the title track of Jack Chatham’s Jam City Presents EFM follow-up
Music News RadioSam Smith announces engagement, which they say inspired upcoming album
Sam Smith has announced their engagement to fashion designer Christian Cowan, saying the relationship inspired their new album ‘Hazel Eyes’.
Music News RadioBarack Obama’s Summer Song List: Glen Hansard, the Strokes, Noah Kahan Lead Annual Playlist
Barack Obama has shared his annual summer playlist, which the former president started on a somber note by acknowledging the death of Glen Hansard.
Music News RadioWatch the Grateful Dead Tear Through ‘Brown-Eyed Women’ in 1991
The Grateful Dead play “Brown-Eyed Women” at Giants Stadium in June 1991, a show that will screen in theaters for the annual “Meet-Up At The Movies.”
Music News RadioKarol G Isn’t Holding Anything Back on New Album ‘No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto’
Karol G has announced her sixth studio album ‘No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto,’ which will be out Aug. 7.
Music News RadioBailey Zimmerman Cancels European Tour, Citing ‘Important Family Matters’
Country singer Bailey Zimmerman has canceled his European tour, citing ‘important family matters.’
Music News RadioUsher warns fans after viral incident from giving fan a lap dance on stage: “Don’t bring your ass up here if you don’t want to be here”
Usher has warned fans not to join him on stage unless they are comfortable taking part in his routine, after an awkward encounter went viral.
Music News RadioSee Glen Hansard Sing Moving, Unreleased Song at Final Performance
See Glen Hansard sing a seemingly unreleased song at his final performance before his death in Dublin.
Music News RadioJohn Legend Cast as Harry Belafonte in New Film
Bill Condon’s The Road Home delves into Paul Simon’s Apartheid-era Graceland tour
Music News RadioRachel Chinouriri announces new album ‘I Think I Spoke Too Soon’ with sonic single ‘One Song Away From Crying’
Rachel Chinouriri has announced new album ‘I Think I Spoke Too Soon’. Check out single ‘One Song Away From Crying’ and new tour dates.
Music News RadioAmy Winehouse’s Father Must Pay $1M to Her Friends After ‘Baseless’ Failed Lawsuit Over Auction
Amy Winehouse’s father must pay over $1 million to the late singer’s friends as punishment for filing a failed lawsuit over a memorabilia auction.
Music News RadioHere’s How Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s Wedding Raffles Worked, According to Rob Gronkowski
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding raffles were explained by Rob Gronkowski.
Music News RadioHow Do We Grade the Rollout for Charli xcx’s ‘Music, Fashion, Film’? Greatest Pop Stars Podcast
This Rollout Report Card episode of the Greatest Pop Stars podcast looks at Charli xcx’s ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ and grades every part of the era.
Music News RadioSiriusXM Holdings Adds 22,000 Net New Subscribers to Push Revenue Slightly Higher
Sirius XM gained 22,000 subscribers, boosting revenue by 1%, with increased demand for sports and music channels.
Music News RadioBLACKPINK’s Rosé’s New Puma Ballet Sneakers Won’t Stay in Stock for Long
The K-pop idol continues the ballet sneaker trend as the face of Puma’s newest Speedcat Ballet sneakers, now available in pastel pink, neutral beige and…
Music News RadioIFPI Backs Call for AI Music Labeling, Implements Immediate Change on Number of Key International Charts
The IFPI has implemented labeling for music created with generative artificial intelligence on a number of global charts.
Music News RadioChart Rewind: In 2011, Jason Aldean Added Another No. 1 ‘Anthem’
Jason Aldean’s “Dirt Road Anthem” became his sixth No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs chart dated July 30, 2011. Here’s the chart rewind.
Music News RadioWhy Some in the Music Industry Are Advocating for Psychedelic Drugs — This Time as Therapy
Grimes, Melissa Etheridge and more artists are pushing for greater access to psychedelic therapy as the drugs move closer to the medical mainstream.
Music News RadioSee Smashing Pumpkins Bring Out ‘Brady Bunch’ Actor for ‘It’s a Sunshine Day’ Cover
The Smashing Pumpkins brought out actor Barry Williams — or Greg from ‘The Brady Bunch’ — to perform the sitcom family’s hit “It’s a Sunshine Day.”
Music News RadioLollapalooza 2026: Hulu Livestream Schedule & Details
Here’s when to catch Charli XCX, Lorde, Turnstile, Zara Larsson, the xx, Olivia Dean, and more
Music News RadioWatch Katy Perry get stuck inside giant bottle as crowdsurf stunt goes wrong
Footage has been shared from when Katy Perry got stuck inside a giant inflatable bottle while trying to crowdsurf.
Music News RadioBella Kay, Slayyyter and Trueno: Photos From the Billboard Cover Shoot
Bella Kay, Slayyyter and Trueno: Photos from the 2026 Billboard cover shoot.
Music News RadioPost Malone Will Offer ‘A Little Help’ in ‘Storm on Sesame Street’ Special
Post Malone is giving Sesame Street special ‘Storm on Sesame Street’ “A Little Help” with his song.
Music News RadioTrueno, Slayyyter and Bella Kay on Breakthrough Moments, Their Journey As Artists and What’s Next | Billboard Cover
Trueno, Slayyyter and Bella Kay sit down with Billboard for our Up & Coming issue cover interview to talk breakthrough moments
Music News RadioKarol G Releasing New Album Next Week
The urbano superstar unveiled No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto at a Toronto concert last night
Music News RadioBono, Bruce Springsteen, Billie Eilish, Finneas, Hozier, Lin-Manuel Miranda Pay Tribute to Glen Hansard: ‘He Really Was Who You Thought He W
Bono, Bruce Springsteen, Billie Eilish, Finneas, Hozier and Lin-Manuel Miranda were among the many paying tribute to Glen Hansard following his death.
Music News RadioSee 12 Incarnations of Genesis Perform ‘The Carpet Crawlers’ Across Five Decades
The 1975 Genesis classic ‘The Carpet Crawlers’ has been reborn by various members of the band again and again over the past 50 years.
Music News RadioLollapalooza 2026: Here’s Where to Watch the Four-Day Music Festival Live Online for Free
Lollapalooza 2026 starts on Thurs, July 30 and goes until Sun, Aug. 2 at Grant Park in Chicago: Here’s how to find, watch, and livestream online free
Music News RadioSoundgarden Mixing Final Album Featuring Late Singer Chris Cornell’s Vocals: ‘It’s Been Kind of a Long Process Just to Get to Here’
Soundgarden drummer Matt Cameron said the band is in the process of mixing an album with the final vocals recorded by late singer Chris Cornell.
Music News RadioSoundgarden’s final album is now being mixed
Soundgarden’s final album featuring late frontman Chris Cornell is now being mixed.
Music News RadioWatch: Jennie Takes 1st Win For “Less than a Lover” On “M Countdown”; Performances By KARD, DAY6’s Young K, And More | Soompi
BLACKPINK’s Jennie has won her first music show trophy for her new single “Less than a Lover”! On the July 30 episode of “M Countdown,” the candidates for
Music News RadioSneakers Worn By Justin Bieber During 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Sold at Charity Auction For Nearly $30K, BTS Performance Gear Raises $300K
Sneakers worn by Justin Bieber during his 2026 FIFA World Cup final performance raised nearly $30K for a children’s charity, BTS items raked in $300K.
Music News RadioLinda Perhacs Found Safely, Manager Says
The cult singer-songwriter was reported missing in June
Music News RadioMusic fans react to Mercury Prize 2026 shortlist
Music fans are reacting to the Mercury Prize 2026 shortlist, which includes Paul McCartney, JADE, Dave and more.
Music News RadioKanye West settles lawsuit with ex-assistant after accusations of sexual assault, sex trafficking and wrongful termination
Kanye West has reached a legal settlement with his former assistant, following her accusing him of sexual assault, sex trafficking, and wrongful termination.
Music News Radio“Inkigayo” To Go Off Air For 2 Weeks | Soompi
“Inkigayo” will be off the air for two consecutive weeks. On July 30, SBS announced through its official social media account, “‘SBS Inkigayo’ will not
Music News RadioRAYE, Olivia Dean & Paul McCartney Among 2026 Mercury Prize Nominees – See Full List
RAYE, Olivia Dean and Paul McCartney are among the nominees for the 2026 Mercury Prize. See the full list.
Music News RadioFans are remembering Kavinsky for the iconic ‘Nightcall’ opening to ‘Drive’
Fans have been remembering Kavinsky’s hit song ‘Nightcall’ in the Ryan Gosling movie ‘Drive’, following the electronic music star’s death.
Music News RadioRide to play the classics on ‘Here And Now’ 2027 UK tour
Ride have announced their newest shows in three years on the ‘Here And Now’ 2027 tour. Find ticket details here
Music News RadioMercury Prize 2026: check out this year’s shortlisted albums
The full shortlist for the Mercury Prize 2026 has been revealed, with Paul McCartney, JADE, Suede, the War Child ‘Help(2)’ compilation and more
Music News RadioBlack Sabbath icon Tony Iommi announces first solo album in over 20 years, ‘From The Dark’: “It rocks!”
Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi has announced ‘From The Dark’ – his first solo record in over two decades. Check out lead single ‘World Alone’.
Music News RadioBillie Eilish and Finneas “would not be who they are” without Glen Hansard’s music as family pay tribute
Billie Eilish, brother FINNEAS and mother Maggie Baird have paid tribute to the late Glen Hansard, who died yesterday (July 29).
Music News RadioJared Leto responds to accusations of sexual misconduct from four women when they were teenagers
Jared Leto has responded to allegations of sexual misconduct from four women when they were teenagers.
Music News RadioShaboozey and Ciara Miller Give ‘Cowgirl’ A Whirl on Late-Night TV
Shaboozey performed “Cowgirl” on “The Tonight Show,” with some help from Ciara Miller.
Music News RadioTwin Temple Bring Satanic Panic to ‘Daily Show,’ Will Officially Open for Jack White
Twin Temple, who were kicked off a country music tour over their satanic imagery, performed ‘Haunt Me’ on ‘The Daily Show.’
Music News RadioGrammys CEO reacts to BTS’ backing out in protest to Asian pop category
The CEO of the Grammys has reacted to BTS backing out of the ceremony to protest the Asian pop category.
Music News RadioShaboozey Taps Ciara Miller for ‘Cowgirl’ Performance on ‘Fallon’
Shaboozey performed his song “Cowgirl” on ‘The Tonight Show’ with the help of Ciara Miller.
Music News RadioSinger Linda Perhacs ‘Found Safely’ After Being Reported Missing
Musician Linda Perhacs has been “found safely” after being reported missing by her former manager.
Music News RadioTXT’s “Good Boy Gone Bad” Becomes Their 11th MV To Surpass 100 Million Views | Soompi
TXT has reached another YouTube milestone! On July 30 at approximately 11:35 a.m. KST, the boy group’s music video for “Good Boy Gone Bad” surpassed 100
Music News RadioJohn Summit, Skepta Set For Australia’s Wildlands Festival
Wildlands Festival will go coast-to-coast at year’s end, covering a distance of about 2,700 miles and featuring a lineup with John Summit and Skepta.
Music News Radio‘Symptoms of TDS’: White House Snaps at Noah Kanan For Criticizing Unauthorized Use Of His Music
The White House has gone on the offensive after Noah Kahan criticized president Donald Trump for using “American Cars” in social media propaganda.
Music News RadioKarol G Sets New Album ‘No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto’
Karol G announces her new album ‘No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto’ will arrive next week.