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Megan Moroney’s Cloud 9 debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 while Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” tops the Hot 100, marking a rare simultaneous chart victory for female country artists and signaling a shift in mainstream country representation. Rapper Ghetts (Justin Clarke-Samuel) was sentenced to 12 years in prison and banned from driving for 17 years after a DUI hit-and-run that killed a 20-year-old student. Tech N9ne and E-40 reunite for the 27-date Strange Wid’ It Tour starting April 12 in Nebraska, with King Iso opening. Damon Whiteside will step down as Academy of Country Music CEO in June after six years, remaining CEO Emeritus through year’s end. He expanded membership, improved profitability, and moved the ACM Awards to Prime Video. The DOJ’s antitrust case against Live Nation and Ticketmaster heads to trial, alleging monopoly practices that harm artists, venues, and fans. The companies deny wrongdoing. BTS revealed the 14-song track list for Arirang, out March 20, with collaborators including Mike WiLL Made-It and El Guincho. A world tour launches April 9 in Goyang. Lit is suing Sony Music over streaming royalty calculations tied to a pre-Spotify contract, alleging reduced pension and health contributions. Robin Beck announced her 11th album Living Proof, arriving May 15, blending modern production with classic AOR style.Sebastian Bach will front Twisted Sister’s 50th anniversary shows, replacing Dee Snider, who stepped down due to health issues. A Sept. 4 Alaska State Fair date is confirmed.Charlotte de Witte canceled Australian shows due to escalating Middle East conflict affecting travel safety. Sydney is postponed pending a new date. Billboard Comedy Albums Chart:No. 1 Hazbin Hotel Season 2 SoundtrackNo. 2 Hazbin Hotel Season 1 SoundtrackNo. 3 Bo Burnham – Inside (The Songs) (247 weeks)No. 4 Afroman – The Good Times (320 weeks)No. 5 Mewgenics soundtrackJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscordProduced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive producer Tom Merritt. Theme music by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bad Bunny tops Billboard’s monthly Top Tours recap for a record ninth time. His January dates on the Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour grossed $62.5M from 409,000 tickets, the biggest January since the chart launched in 2019. Lady Gaga ranks No. 2; The Mayhem Ball has grossed $296.7M and sold 1.4M tickets since July. Megan Moroney’s “Cloud 9” дебuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 147,000 units, the biggest week for a woman-led country album in nearly two years. It’s the first No. 1 country album by a woman since Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” in 2024. Metallica adds six shows to its Life Burns Faster Sphere residency in Las Vegas after strong demand. Fan club presale begins March 4. Joe Satriani and Steve Vai release “Dancing” with SATCHVAI, a reimagined Paolo Conte track. The song previews the Surfing With The Hydra tour launching April 1 in Seattle. Harry Styles’ Manchester concert will stream on Netflix March 8 as “Harry Styles: One Night in Manchester,” produced by Fulwell Entertainment, following his BRIT Awards performance. Black Sabbath will launch a classical tour featuring local orchestras, original arrangements, and state-of-the-art visuals, beginning in the U.K. and expanding globally. Blues guitarist and singer John Hammond has died at 83. He released more than 30 albums, won a Grammy in 1985, and earned multiple nominations. Live production giant TAIT acquires creative studio Silent House, expanding capabilities after collaborations on major tours including Backstreet Boys, Tyler, the Creator, Kendrick Lamar, and Jonas Brothers. Country singer JD Graham was seriously injured in a car crash that killed his dog. He suffered a broken back and ribs and is recovering at a Texas trauma center. Billboard 200 Top 5:“Cloud 9” – Megan Moroney“Debí Tirar Más Fotos” – Bad Bunny“Luck...or Something” – Hilary Duff“Casino” – Baby Keem“I’m The Problem” – Morgan WallenJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BRIT Awards: Olivia Dean won four prizes, including Album of the Year for The Art of Loving, Artist of the Year, and Pop Act, and shared Song of the Year with Sam Fender for “Rein Me In.” The Manchester ceremony featured performances from Dean and Harry Styles.Poll Win: RAYE’s “Nightingale Lane” topped Billboard’s fan poll with 43% of votes. The track previews her upcoming album This Music May Contain Hope. Shooting: Nine people were injured at Riverfront Live in Cincinnati during a DJ event. All are in stable condition; police continue investigating. New Music: Toadies released “The Charmer,” from their Steve Albini–produced album due May 1. A tour with Local H and Sparta follows. Neil Sedaka, known for “Bad Blood” and “Breaking Up Is Hard to Do,” died at 86. A Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, he leaves a decades-long pop legacy. Oliver 'Power' Grant, co-founder and executive producer of Wu-Tang Clan, died at 52 after pancreatic cancer. Jason Becker released The Strawberry Jams, featuring unreleased 1985–1992 recordings made before ALS ended his playing career. Gaming: Former Guitar Hero developers announced “Stage Tour,” a new rhythm-action title with Gibson; music from Static-X appears in the trailer. Shakira drew 400,000 to a free show at Zócalo, a record previously held by Los Fabulosos Cadillacs and Grupo Firme. Top 5 – Billboard Hot 100:5. “Ordinary” – Alex Warren4. “DTMF” – Bad Bunny3. “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean2. “Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley1.“Opalite” – Taylor SwiftJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nine Inch Nails are expanding their Tron: Ares universe with a companion album titled Tron: Ares: Divergence, a 44-track, roughly two-and-a-half-hour release featuring previously unreleased music from the film’s score.billboard.comCMA Fest 2026 will expand at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium with stadium shows featuring Tim McGraw, Keith Urban, Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, and Jason Aldean, plus rising acts like Ella Langley, Zach Top, and Cody Johnson as the June 4 to 7 festival spreads across stages citywide.variety.comThe Rolling Stones say they did not authorize the use of “Gimme Shelter” in a Melania Trump documentary, disputing a producer’s claim that Mick Jagger approved it.variety.comWu-Tang Clan affiliate Oliver “Power” Grant, a key early business figure for the group, has died at 52.music-news.comDolly Parton is being honored with a Tennessee children’s hospital renamed after her, recognizing decades of philanthropy supporting pediatric care and education initiatives.billboard.comNew ReleasesThe Romantic, Bruno Mars, new album out now.music.apple.com“Nightingale Lane,” RAYE, new single.music.apple.com“Made It On Our Own,” Yeat and EsDeeKid, new collab.music.apple.com“Dear Worry,” Common People, new track.music.apple.com“Go,” BLACKPINK, new single.music.apple.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alysa Liu’s Olympic Exhibition Gala routines helped boost PinkPantheress’ “Stateside” remix and also drove a sharp surge for Donna Summer’s “MacArthur Park,” with songwriter Jimmy Webb publicly thanking her.billboard.comMetallica announced an eight-show Las Vegas Sphere residency, Life Burns Faster, running across four October “No Repeat Weekend” pairs with different setlists each night.music-news.comDomenick Chavez, the driver in the 2023 crash that killed The Chicks co-founder Laura Lynch, pleaded guilty to manslaughter in a plea deal and was sentenced to 15 years in prison.billboard.comSinger d4vd has been named as a target of a Los Angeles County grand jury investigation connected to the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, with no charges filed as the process continues.digitalmusicnews.comHarry Styles will host and be the musical guest on the March 14 episode of Saturday Night Live, his second time doing double duty on the show.pitchfork.comMegan Thee Stallion will make her Broadway debut in Moulin Rouge! The Musical for an eight-week run from March 24 through May 17 at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.billboard.comGnarls Barkley announced their final album, Atlanta, and shared a new song, their first major release together in 18 years.pitchfork.comBillboard Japan Hot 100: M!LK hit No. 1 with “Bakuretsu Aishiteru,” Naniwa Danshi is No. 2 with “HARD WORK.,” and RIIZE is No. 3 with “All of You.”billboard-japan.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced 17 nominees for 2026: The Black Crowes; Jeff Buckley; Mariah Carey; Phil Collins; Melissa Etheridge; Lauryn Hill; Billy Idol; INXS; Iron Maiden; Joy Division/New Order; New Edition; Oasis; P!NK; Sade; Shakira; Luther Vandross; Wu-Tang Clan.Salt-N-Pepa and DJ Spinderella will be inducted into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame, recognizing their hip-hop legacy. Hosted by Deon Cole, the ceremony will also honor Colman Domingo (President’s Award) and Viola Davis (Chairman’s Award).Dr. Najja Baptist’s new book, “In the Spirit, In the Dark: Black Music and Political Activism,” examines how blues, jazz, and hip hop powered Black political movements. Baptist, director of African and African American studies at the University of Arkansas, launches the book Saturday in Springdale.Alan Jackson will play his final live show June 27, 2026, at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium, ending a 40-year touring career to focus on health and family.Google has acquired AI music startup ProducerAI, evolved from Riffusion, to expand its Google Labs tools. Powered by Google’s Lyria 3 model, the platform lets users create and refine music with detailed control.Iron Maiden’s documentary “Burning Ambition,” directed by Malcolm Venville, hits cinemas May 7. The film features interviews with the band and contributors including Javier Bardem, Lars Ulrich, and Chuck D.Luke Combs and Ella Langley debut in the top three of Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. “Be By You” opens at No. 2 with 13.6M streams; “Be Her” starts at No. 3 with 12.1M. Only 49 songs have premiered in the top three since 1958.Dead Kennedys will not book future Punk In The Park dates after learning the promoter’s owner donated to Trump’s 2024 campaign, but will honor existing commitments.U.K. Singles Chart Top 5:5. “DTMF” – Bad Bunny4. “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean3. “Lush Life” – Zara Larsson2. “So Easy (To Fall in Love)” – Olivia Dean1.“Rein Me In” – Sam Fender & Olivia DeanJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscordProduced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive producer Tom Merritt. Theme music by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor Swift’s “Opalite” hits No. 1 on the Hot 100, her 14th chart-topper, tying Rihanna for third-most all time. Driven by physical sales, remixes, and a new video, it’s her ninth No. 1 of the 2020s. BLACKPINK previewed their sci-fi “Go” video, arriving Feb. 27 with the DEADLINE mini-album, following “Jump.”PinkPantheress becomes the first woman and youngest BRITs Producer of the Year winner, rising from DIY roots to redefine UK pop. Gorillaz opened a Los Angeles pop-up shop with exclusive merch ahead of new album The Mountain, running through March 19.Former Seattle Police Captain Neil Low alleges inconsistencies in the 1994 death of Kurt Cobain and urges reopening the case; the Seattle Police Department maintains it was a suicide. Abbey Road Studios and Charles Jeffrey Loverboy released free Kontakt instrument The Big Nessie, inspired by John Cage and recorded in Studio Two. Yungblud takes Bludfest 2026 to Czechia for its first international edition, adding camping and a lineup including Biffy Clyro and Primal Scream. TINA – The Tina Turner Musical runs March 24–29 at Hershey Theatre, celebrating the life and hits of Tina Turner.Billboard 200 Top 5:Debí Tirar Más Fotos – Bad BunnyThe Fall-Off – J. ColeOctane – Don ToliverI’m The Problem – Morgan WallenThe Art Of Loving – Olivia DeanJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscordProduced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive producer Tom Merritt. Theme by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KATSEYE’s Manon is on temporary hiatus to focus on her health. The group will continue scheduled activities and plans to reunite when she’s ready. Salsa legend Willie Colón has died at 75. The trombonist, arranger, and producer helped politicize and globalize salsa, collaborating with Héctor Lavoe, Celia Cruz, and Rubén Blades. William Shatner is releasing an all-star metal album featuring 35 collaborators, with covers of Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, and Iron Maiden, plus new material. Tobias Forge will step away after GHOST’s “Skeletour” to focus on family, film projects, and new creative pursuits. No plans announced beyond the tour. Daft Punk shared a new video for “Human After All,” edited by Cedric Hervet using footage from their 2006 film Electroma. Subtext acquired North American rights to the Gregg Allman documentary “Music of My Soul,” directed by James Keach. The film features rare footage and interviews; release set for summer. Bad Bunny’s “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” returns to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a fifth nonconsecutive week. Brent Faiyaz debuts at No. 6 with “Icon.” Charli xcx enters at No. 8 with the “Wuthering Heights” soundtrack. At the 2026 British Academy Film Awards, Ludwig Göransson won Best Original Music for “Sinners,” his second BAFTA in three years. Top Singles:5. “Nuevayol” – Bad Bunny4. “Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley3. “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean2. “Baile Inolvidable” – Bad Bunny1.“DTMF” – Bad BunnyJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tinyurl.com/dmhdiscordProduced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive producer: Tom Merritt. Theme by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yungblud expands his Idols era with new chapter Idols II, following his Grammy win. The project continues the themes and sound of the original while launching a new creative phase.Bad Bunny lands his first leading film role in historical epic Porto Rico, centered on Puerto Rico’s history and culture. Summerfest 2026 runs June 18-20, 25-27, July 2-4 with headliners Post Malone and Garth Brooks, plus Ed Sheeran, Megan Moroney, Don Toliver, Muse, Jelly Roll, Carín León. $58 T-Mobile 9-day pass available through Feb. 25. Dashboard Confessional guitarist Armon Jay exits after eight years. No replacement announced. Feb. 26: Bruno Mars hosts “Romantic Radio With Bruno Mars: An iHeartRadio Album Preview,” debuting new LP tracks and reacting to fan love stories via iHeart Talkback. Streams on TikTok and iHeart stations. Foo Fighters announce new album Your Favorite Toy and release the title track, their first LP since But Here We Are. The Library of Congress teams with the North American tour of The Sound of Music for a traveling “Inside the Vault” exhibit featuring rare archival materials. New Music FridayLana Del Rey – “White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter” Hilary Duff – “Weather For Tennis” Foo Fighters – “Your Favorite Toy” Tainy, Rauw Alejandro, Jhayco – “Rosita”Yungblud – “Suburban Requiem” Join the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscordProduced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive producer Tom Merritt. Theme by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor Swift is IFPI’s Global Recording Artist of the Year for 2025, her sixth time topping the worldwide chart and extending her record as the category’s most-awarded artist.billboard.comSia has been named Australia’s top music export on Spotify for 2025, reflecting the continued worldwide strength of her catalog as both a performer and songwriter.billboard.comJacksonville rapper Lil Poppa has died at 25, with the cause and manner of death not announced publicly as tributes pour in from fans and fellow artists.billboard.comBourbon and Beyond 2026 will run Sept. 24-27 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville with headliners Foo Fighters, Chris Stapleton, Mumford and Sons, and Dave Matthews Band.billboard.comU2 released the six-track Days of Ash EP on Ash Wednesday, alongside a rebooted Propaganda zine, with planned donations supporting Amnesty International, CPJ, and UNHCR.billboard.comAmy Winehouse’s band will tour the UK for the 20th anniversary of Back to Black, performing the album’s songs live to celebrate her legacy.music-news.comBackstreet Boys have added six more dates to their Las Vegas Sphere residency, with new shows on July 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, and 25.music-news.comOn the Billboard Japan Hot 100 dated Feb. 18, 2026, King Gnu’s “AIZO” is No. 1, Kenshi Yonezu’s “IRIS OUT” is No. 2, Hey! Say! JUMP’s “Hanikami” jumps from No. 58 to No. 3, and both M!LK and HANA place two songs each in the top 10.billboard-japan.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Miley Cyrus will mark 20 years of Hannah Montana with a live studio “Hannahversary” special, streaming on Disney+ March 24. Details TBA; Cyrus calls it a thank-you to fans.Bad Bunny teams with Spotify for Billions Club Live in Tokyo, his first-ever show in Asia/Japan, performing 28 songs with 1B+ streams.Bruce Springsteen announces 2026 “Land of Hope and Dreams” North American tour with the E Street Band, 20 dates from March 31 (Minneapolis) to May 27 (D.C.). Tickets late February.Raye apologizes after 65 fans were denied entry to her Paris show due to a Ticketmaster error. Refunds issued; she’s offering affected fans free tickets to a future show plus signed vinyl.Johnny Blue Skies (alter ego of Sturgill Simpson) announces new album Mutiny After Midnight, credited to Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds.Following Scott Borchetta’s exit, HYBE America relaunches Big Machine Label Group as Blue Highway Records, led by CEO Jake Basden.Grace Jones will headline a major outdoor show at Crystal Palace Park in London, joined by Sophie Ellis-Bextor.Pitbull plans a Guinness World Records attempt at BST Hyde Park July 10—aiming for the largest gathering in bald caps. Kesha guests.Billboard Hot 100 Top 55. “Nuavayol” – Bad Bunny4. “Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley3. “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean2. “Baile Inolvidable” – Bad Bunny“DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” – Bad Bunny (first solo No. 1)Join the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscordProduced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive producer Tom Merritt. Theme by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jelly Roll (Jason DeFord) will receive the 2026 Artist Humanitarian Award from the Country Radio Broadcasters for work in addiction recovery and mental health, raising $500K+ for ACM Lifting Lives, donating meals to Nashville inmates, and gifting a Grammy to a county jail. Dave Mustaine’s memoir In My Darkest Hour arrives September 2027, detailing his 2019 throat cancer battle, recovery, family, and faith.Angela Gossow denied rumors she’s rejoining Arch Enemy after teaser clips surfaced, confirming she remains the band’s manager, not vocalist. J. Cole’s The Fall-Off debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 280K units, his seventh straight chart-topper and biggest hip-hop week since March 2025. Despite calling it his final album, It’s a Boy is still coming. Dwight Yoakam’s Lubbock show was delayed after a mechanical failure caused an aborted takeoff. He apologized for the confusion and poor communication. Austrian prosecutors charged a 21-year-old man with terrorism over an alleged ISIS-inspired plot targeting Taylor Swift’s August 2024 Vienna concerts. Authorities, aided by U.S. intelligence, thwarted the plan; the shows were canceled. Taylor Swift narrates a new NBC Olympics promo spotlighting Team USA figure skaters Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn, and Isabeau Levito, soundtracked by her song “Opalite.” Grammy-winning songwriter Billy Steinberg, co-writer of “Like a Virgin,” “True Colors,” “So Emotional,” and “Alone,” has died at 75 from cancer. Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2011. Extreme metal drummer Nick Barker is writing his autobiography, currently covering his Cradle of Filth years. He’s also awaiting a kidney transplant amid stage five kidney disease. Short link:The Ballad of Judas Priest premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival. Co-directed by Sam Dunn and Tom Morello, the doc explores the band’s legacy and political themes; Rob Halford reflects on channeling global injustices into lyrics. Billboard Top 5 Albums:5. Piss in the Wind – Joji4. OCTANE – Don Toliver3. Golden Hour Part 4 – ATEEZ2. DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS – Bad BunnyThe Fall-Off – J. ColeShort link: https://tinyurl.com/bb-top5Join the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscordProduced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive producer: Tom Merritt. Theme music by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harry Styles will host pre-release listening parties in 40 cities worldwide for his upcoming album Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, ahead of its March 6, 2026 release, with events beginning February 18 and open to fans who register online.BillboardNew York City has co-named West 8th Street as “Jimi Hendrix Way” to honor the late guitar legend and launch a national music education initiative inspired by his legacy.Music-NewsBTS will launch their ARIRANG World Tour with live cinema broadcasts from Goyang on April 11 and Tokyo on April 18 in more than 75 countries, alongside official livestreams of the Goyang dates via Weverse Concerts.VarietyTame Impala announced a 2026 North American arena tour running April 30 through June 14, marking Kevin Parker’s first full-band arena trek in years with support from Djo and Dominic Fike on select dates.NMERep. Andy Ogles and other Republican lawmakers have called for an investigation into Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX halftime show, questioning whether broadcast standards were violated.Digital Music NewsScott Borchetta has exited his role as CEO of HYBE America after less than a year, amid broader restructuring of the company’s U.S. operations.Music Business WorldwideJennifer Hudson will return to Broadway as a producer of a revival of Dreamgirls, aiming to reimagine the classic musical for a new generation.VarietyNew ReleasesCharli XCX - “Always Everywhere”Apple MusicMUNA - “Dancing on the Wall”Apple MusicLuke Combs - “Be By You”Apple MusicCentral Cee - “Iceman Freestyle”Apple MusicIVE - “Bang Bang”Apple Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Eagles announced their final 2026 tour dates, closing out their Hotel California residency at Sphere in Las Vegas this July, with fan club presales ahead of what are expected to be some of the band’s last touring performances.BillboardHilary Duff announced her 2026–2027 Lucky Me Tour in support of her new album Luck… or Something, marking her first major headlining run in over a decade, beginning June 22.BillboardMiguel kicked off his 41-date CAOS Tour in Atlanta with a high-energy opening show blending hits, deep cuts, and new material across North America and Europe.Music-NewsAdam Sandler will receive the ASCAP Founders Award at the 2026 ASCAP Experience on February 12 in Los Angeles, honoring nearly 450 registered works spanning comedy, film, and music.BillboardJack Harlow announced his upcoming album Monica, inspired by his move to New York City, with more personal songwriting and additional details still to come.Music-NewsAndrew Ranken, drummer and co-founding member of The Pogues, has died at 72, leaving behind a legacy that helped define the band’s Celtic punk sound.Music-NewsASCAP paid a record $1.75 billion in royalties to songwriters and publishers in 2025, the largest annual distribution in the organization’s history.Variety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX Halftime Show averaged 128.2 million U.S. viewers, topping the game’s 124.9 million broadcast average and ranking among the most-watched halftime performances ever while also setting new NFL social media engagement records.variety.comSpotify’s revenue rose 13% to $5.3 billion in Q4 with 290 million paid subscribers and a record 751 million monthly active users, putting it well ahead of Apple Music’s estimated 100 million subscribers and YouTube Music’s share of YouTube’s 100 million Premium subscribers.billboard.comDemi Lovato canceled five dates on her It’s Not That Deep tour to protect her health, with Orlando now set as the April 13 kickoff while Charlotte, Nashville, Atlanta, Las Vegas, and Denver shows have been scrapped.billboard.comBritney Spears has sold the rights to her entire music catalog to Primary Wave in a deal reportedly valued in the low nine figures, transferring long-term licensing and administration responsibilities to the publisher.music-news.comItalian ski racer and metal frontman Dominik Paris won bronze in men’s downhill at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, marking his first Olympic medal while continuing to lead his band Rise of Voltage.nme.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ella Langley hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with “Choosin’ Texas,” her first chart-topper and the first by a woman to simultaneously lead the Hot 100, Hot Country Songs, and Country Airplay charts. The Miranda Lambert collaboration previews Langley’s upcoming album Dandelion.Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show triggered a massive streaming spike, with Spotify streams up 470% in the U.S. and 210% globally. Guests Ricky Martin and Lady Gaga also saw boosts, including a 145% jump for Martin. The Ex-Faces, featuring former Mushroomhead members, expanded to seven with bassist Jack “Pig Benis” Kilcoyne, bringing both Kilcoyne brothers into the lineup and creating a near-complete classic-era reunion. Founder Jeff Hatrix says he will not join the project. Chappell Roan has exited Wasserman Agency after reports linking founder Casey Wasserman to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Roan cited accountability and personal standards, following similar criticism from other artists. Jonny Greenwood and director Paul Thomas Anderson are seeking removal of Greenwood’s Phantom Thread track “Barbara Rose” from a Melania documentary, saying Universal used the music without consent and breached his composer agreement. Legendary metal label Combat Records will relaunch in 2026 under new owners Robert Dujmusic and Alex Stojak, focusing on new releases from established acts and emerging underground bands.Rick Wakeman and Griff Rhys Jones debut a new weekly podcast, The Sound Of The Seventy Year Olds, on February 27, reflecting on life, culture, and events from the 1960s to today. Top Albums (Billboard 200): 5. The Life Of A Showgirl – Taylor Swift 4. The Art Of Loving – Olivia Dean 3. I’m The Problem – Morgan Wallen 2. Debi Tirar Mas Fotos – Bad Bunny1.Octane – Don ToliverJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: tiny.cc/dmhdiscordProduced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive producer Tom Merritt. Theme music by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Simon, Mary J. Blige, Elvis Costello, and Hozier will headline the 10th annual Love Rocks NYC benefit concert on March 5 at the Beacon Theatre, supporting God’s Love We Deliver and its work with people living with AIDS.Brad Arnold, founding vocalist of 3 Doors Down and co-writer of their breakout hit “Kryptonite,” has died at 47 after a battle with cancer. He continued performing with the band until his health declined. Greg Brown, founding guitarist of Cake and co-writer of “The Distance,” has died following a brief illness. Brown helped shape the band’s early sound on their first two albums before leaving in 1997. A lost 1980 rehearsal tape featuring Ozzy Osbourne, Randy Rhoads, and Bob Daisley has surfaced, capturing a 12-minute blues-rock jam recorded before Blizzard of Ozz. The tape offers a rare glimpse into their early chemistry. Bad Bunny became the first Latin artist to headline a Super Bowl halftime show primarily in Spanish, celebrating Puerto Rican culture with a high-energy set and guest appearances by Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin. Slash confirmed the new SLASH FEATURING MYLES KENNEDY & THE CONSPIRATORS album is finished and targeting a January 2027 release, followed by a full world tour after Guns N’ Roses commitments. Slipknot will release Look Outside Your Window, a collection of unreleased and experimental tracks from the All Hope Is Gone sessions, on vinyl for Record Store Day April 18.Steven Wilson launched Headphone Dust, a new immersive audio platform offering high-resolution, 5.1, and Atmos editions of his work, including a new Atmos mix of The Raven That Refused to Sing.Role Model surprised fans by bringing out members of The Wiggles during his Laneway Festival Sydney set, part of his rotating live collaborations for the song “Sally.” Hot Singles (Billboard Hot 100):5. “The Fate of Ophelia” – Taylor Swift4. “Golden” – HUNTR/X3. “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean2. “Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley1.“Aperture” – Harry StylesJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord to talk music, news, and livestreams: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

• Bad Bunny Super Bowl LX – Bad Bunny says his 2026 Super Bowl halftime show will be a “huge party,” focused on fun, dancing, and celebration, with Puerto Rican cultural elements. He says fans won’t need to understand Spanish to enjoy it, and he’s staying quiet on surprises.• Bad Bunny Podcast Deal – Bad Bunny has signed a multiyear partnership with iHeartMedia and Rimas Sports to launch his first podcast series, featuring conversations about music, culture, sports, and personal stories, expanding his reach beyond music.• Kid ’n Play Health Update – Christopher “Kid” Reid has undergone a successful heart transplant following a public battle with heart disease. His family says he’s recovering well and grateful for the support from fans and his medical team.• Twisted Sister Tour Canceled – Twisted Sister has canceled all 2026 50th-anniversary reunion tour dates after Dee Snider stepped away due to serious health issues, including degenerative arthritis and heart complications.• BLACKPINK Tracklist – BLACKPINK has revealed the five-song tracklist for their mini-album Deadline, including last year’s “JUMP.” The release arrives February 27 and marks their first Korean project since Born Pink in 2022.• Zayn 2026 Tour – Zayn announced the 2026 Konnakol Tour supporting his new album Konnakol, kicking off April 23 in Toronto with dates across North America and Europe, his first full tour in several years.• New Music Friday Picks Zayn – “Die For Me” Tame Impala & Jennie – “Dracula (JENNIE Remix)” EJAE – “Time After Time” Sombr – “Homewrecker” Ella Mai – “Might Just”• Join the Daily Music Headlines Discord to talk news, music, and livestreams:• Produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt. Theme music by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

• Harry Styles will mark the release of his new album Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. with a one-night-only £20 concert at Co-op Live in Manchester on March 6, release day for the album.• Lil Jon’s 27-year-old son, Nathan Smith (DJ Young Slade), has been reported missing in Milton, Georgia after leaving home on foot Feb. 3 without a phone. Police say he may be disoriented as the search continues.• Noel Gallagher has been named Songwriter of the Year ahead of the 2026 BRIT Awards, which will be held at Manchester’s Co-op Live, marking the ceremony’s return to the city.• The 68th Annual Grammy Awards averaged 14.4 million viewers on CBS, down about 6 percent year over year, but still ranked as one of the season’s most-watched awards shows. • American Idol will stream live on Disney+ for the first time starting March 30 with Season 24’s live shows, while continuing to air on ABC. An official American Idol podcast also launches alongside the season.• Mexico’s consumer watchdog Profeco plans to fine Ticketmaster more than 5 million pesos over complaints tied to BTS’s Arirang Mexico City ticket sales, while also pressuring resale platforms to comply with local law.• Billboard Japan Hot 100 Top 3: No. 3 Hinatazaka46 “Cliffhanger” No. 2 Mrs. GREEN APPLE “lulu.” No. 1 Number_i “3XL”• Join the Daily Music Headlines Discord: tiny.cc/dmhdiscord• Daily Music Headlines is produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive producer: Tom Merritt. Theme music by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players. Thanks for listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

• Ramones Legal Battle Ends – Johnny Ramone’s widow Linda Cummings-Ramone bought out Joey Ramone’s brother Mickey Leigh, gaining full control of Ramones Productions Inc. and ending years of disputes over the band’s legacy and IP.• Paul Simon Tour Returns – Paul Simon brings his A Quiet Celebration tour back to North America, featuring songs from Seven Psalms and career-spanning classics. • Jive Records Relaunch – RCA revives Jive Records as a standalone label, naming former UnitedMasters execs Mike Weiss and David Melhado as co-presidents. • Fred Armisen CNN Series – Fred Armisen hosts a new CNN series exploring Universal Music Group’s archives, spotlighting rare recordings from artists like Nirvana and Guns N’ Roses. • Music Millennium for Sale – Portland’s Music Millennium, the Pacific Northwest’s oldest record store, is seeking a new owner as longtime steward Terry Currier looks to pass the torch. • Tate McRae Olympic Campaign – Tate McRae fronts NBCUniversal’s “Legendary February” promo for the 2026 Winter Olympics and Super Bowl LX, filmed in the Italian Alps.• Shkreli Sues RZA – Martin Shkreli claims RZA sold rights to Once Upon a Time in Shaolin twice. PleasrDAO counters that Shkreli forfeited any rights during his prosecution.• Snoop Dogg at the Olympics – Snoop Dogg kicks off the Milano Cortina Winter Games as Team USA’s honorary coach, ghost-riding a Zamboni and filming cultural segments across Italy. Hot Rock 100 – Billboard 5. “Purple Rain” – Prince 4. “Nice To Meet You” – Myles Smith 3. “Plastic Cigarette” – Zach Bryan 2. “End of Beginning” – Djo“Back to Friends” – sombrJoin the Daily Music Headlines Discord: tiny.cc/dmhdiscordProduced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt. Theme music by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players. Thanks for listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.