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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.

• BTS will reunite for a live comeback special, BTS The Comeback Live | Arirang, and a documentary, BTS: The Return, both premiering on Netflix in March. The live event marks the first global livestream from Korea celebrating their fifth studio album, while the Bao Nguyen–directed film traces the group’s rise and reunion. • Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show announcement drew criticism from right-wing commentators and President Trump. Turning Point USA responded by announcing a counterprogram featuring Jason Aldean, Jason Barrett, Kane Brown, and Kid Rock. • Kelly Clarkson announced The Kelly Clarkson Show will end after its current season to prioritize time with her children. Since its 2019 debut, the show earned 24 Daytime Emmys and averages about 1.2 million same-day viewers. • Josie Scott of Australian metal band The Mark of Cain came out as a trans woman, saying younger trans people inspired her to live authentically. She confirmed her transition will not affect the band’s music or performances. • Minneapolis’ Orpheum Theatre revealed its 2026–27 musical lineup, running October through July, including The Sound of Music, Hadestown, Hell’s Kitchen, Operation Mincemeat, The Outsiders, and Maybe Happy Ending. • Chuck Negron, founding member and lead singer of Three Dog Night, died at 83. Known for “Joy to the World” and “One,” he later became an advocate for addiction recovery and hepatitis awareness.• Netflix’s The Rise of the Red Hot Chili Peppers premieres March 20, focusing on the band’s early years and original guitarist Hillel Slovak. The film centers on Slovak’s legacy rather than a full band history. • President Trump announced a planned two-year closure of the Kennedy Center for major reconstruction, sparking backlash and legal questions from critics over funding, authority, and transparency. • KISS’s “I Was Made for Lovin’ You” music video surpassed one billion YouTube views. Released in 1979, the disco-leaning hit remains one of the band’s most successful and debated songs. • Billboard 200 Top 5 Albums: 5. Don’t Be Dumb – A$AP Rocky 4. With Heaven on Top – Zach Bryan 3. The Art of Loving – Olivia Dean 2. I’m the Problem – Morgan Wallen1.Megadeth – Megadeth• Join the Daily Music Headlines Discord to talk news, livestreams, and shape the show’s future: tiny.cc/dmhdiscord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

• MEGADETH landed its first-ever No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with its final, self-titled album, released via Dave Mustaine’s Tradecraft imprint. The album also topped charts in Australia and Austria. A farewell tour is planned for 2026. • Courtney Love’s documentary Antiheroine premiered at Sundance without Love in attendance. Told in her own words, the film spans her career, marriage to Kurt Cobain, move to London, and return to music.• Whispering Jack: The John Farnham Musical, starring Michael Paynter, opens in Sydney on Nov. 15, 2026, focusing on the creation and legacy of Farnham’s landmark album Whispering Jack.• K-pop made Grammy history as “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters, performed by HUNTR/X, won Best Song Written for Visual Media. The track also earned multiple major nomination• The Cure won their first Grammys after 50 years, taking Best Alternative Music Performance for “Alone” and Best Alternative Music Album for Songs of a Lost World. The band missed the ceremony due to a funeral for Perry Bamonte.• 2026 Grammy highlights: Album of the Year (Bad Bunny), Record of the Year (Kendrick Lamar feat. SZA), Song of the Year (Billie Eilish), Best New Artist (Olivia Dean). Lady Gaga won Best Pop Vocal Album and Best Dance Pop Recording. • KnuckleBonz announced a limited-edition Paul Di’Anno Rock Iconz figure honoring the late Iron Maiden vocalist, available now for pre-sale.• Billboard Hot 100 Top 5: No. 1 “I Just Might” – Bruno Mars No. 2 “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean No. 3 “The Fate of Ophelia” – Taylor Swift No. 4 “Golden” – HUNTR/X No. 5 “Ordinary” – Alex Warren billboard.com/charts/hot-100/• Join the Daily Music Headlines Discord for news, livestreams, and show discussions: tiny.cc/dmhdiscord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 68th Annual Grammy Awards will air this Sunday with performances from nominees and first-timers including Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga, Rosé in her first solo Grammys appearance, Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber returning after four years, all Best New Artist nominees, and special collaborations from Clipse and Pharrell Williams, plus a star-studded In Memoriam tribute.rollingstone.comShakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour has become the highest-grossing Hispanic tour of all time, earning $421.6 million from more than 3.3 million tickets sold across 86 shows, surpassing Luis Miguel’s previous record and earning Shakira a Guinness World Record for the most successful tour by a Latin artist.music-news.comHarry Styles will debut new music live at the BRIT Awards on February 28 at Manchester’s Co-op Live, performing songs from his forthcoming fourth album Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally., marking his first BRITs appearance in three years and the first televised performance of his new era.music-news.comMötley Crüe has won arbitration in its legal dispute with former guitarist Mick Mars, with the arbitrator rejecting all claims, upholding the band’s actions, and ordering Mars to repay more than $750,000 in unrecouped tour advances.variety.comSony Pictures has released first-look images from Sam Mendes’ four-film Beatles biopic project The Beatles – A Four-Film Cinematic Event, revealing Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney, Harris Dickinson as John Lennon, Joseph Quinn as George Harrison, and Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr, with all four films slated for release in April 2028.digitalmusicnews.comNew ReleasesStreets of Minneapolis – Bruce SpringsteenApple MusicThe Great Divide – Noah KahanApple MusicBody – Don ToliverApple MusicStarlight – CannonsApple Music1+1 – Maluma & Kany GarcíaApple Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Morello is organizing a benefit concert titled A Concert of Solidarity & Resistance to Defend Minnesota! at First Avenue in Minneapolis on January 30, with all proceeds going to the families of Renée Good and Alex Pretti, who were killed in separate shootings involving federal immigration agents.BillboardGrammy-nominated singer Teddy Swims will headline the 2026 Super Bowl LX Tailgate Concert on February 8 outside Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, with the performance livestreamed on Peacock and broadcast on iHeartRadio, while Bay Area rapper LaRussell opens and serves as the in-stadium house band.BillboardLady Gaga appears in a new Super Bowl commercial for Redfin and Rocket Mortgage, performing a heartfelt cover of “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?”, the theme from Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, in a campaign centered on kindness and human connection.PitchforkHarry Styles has expanded his 2026 Together, Together tour with a record-breaking 12-night residency at Wembley Stadium, surpassing Coldplay’s 10-show record and Taylor Swift’s eight-show solo-artist mark at the iconic venue.BillboardPaul McCartney’s documentary Man on the Run, which focuses on his post-Beatles career and the formation of Wings, will receive a one-night-only theatrical release worldwide on February 19 ahead of its Prime Video streaming debut on February 27.NMEJustin Bieber will perform at the 2026 Grammy Awards on February 1, marking his first major live television appearance in more than four years, as he enters the night with four nominations including Album of the Year for SWAG.VarietyJ. Cole has surprise-released a five-track EP titled Birthday Blizzard ’26, hosted by DJ Clue and available on a pay-what-you-want basis, serving as a prelude to his upcoming album The Fall-Off, due February 6.PitchforkWorldwide Billboard chart leaders:Japan: “Lulu” by Mrs. Green AppleApple MusicUK: “Raindance” by Dave & TemsApple MusicItaly: “2 Giorni Di Fila” by Geolier feat. Sfera Ebbasta & AnnaApple MusicTaiwan: “Sun & Earth” by Crowd LuApple MusicColombia: “LA VILLA” by Ryan Castro, Kapo & GangstaApple Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Morgan Wade and Carter Faith have dropped off the Rock the Country tour, following Ludacris’ earlier removal, leaving Kid Rock and Jason Aldean headlining the eight-city U.S. run.billboard.comBMG founder Hartwig Masuch has joined Swedish startup Hyph, a remix-focused music platform launched in 2025 that offers a free sound catalogue with optional commercial release subscriptions.musically.comJeff Buckley’s “Lover, You Should’ve Come Over” has entered the Billboard Hot 100 at number 97 nearly 30 years after his death, driven by renewed popularity on TikTok.rollingstone.comPhilip Glass has withdrawn his Symphony No. 15, Lincoln, from the Kennedy Center, citing a conflict between the work’s message and the institution’s current direction under Trump-approved leadership.musicradar.comBenson Boone will make his Super Bowl commercial debut in an Instacart ad alongside Ben Stiller, and says he is excited for Bad Bunny’s halftime show to reach a new audience.billboard.comSpotify paid $11 billion in royalties in 2025, bringing total payouts to $70 billion, with half of last year’s payments going to independent artists and labels.hollywoodreporter.comWilco announced their 2026 tour, An Evening With Wilco, beginning in April with U.S. and European dates, with presales starting today and general sales on Friday.ultimateclassicrock.comBillboard Hot Alternative Songs Chart5. Punk Rocky - A$AP Rocky4. 12 to 12 - Sombr3. Nice to Meet You - Myles Smith2. End of Beginning - DjoBack to Friends - Sombr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson say new Rush music is possible after their 2026 reunion tour, with Lee telling MusicRadar that if they survive the tour and get some rest back in Canada, he suspects some music will eventually come out.guitar.comHarry Styles will donate £1 from every ticket sold on his 2026 UK stadium tour to help support struggling grassroots music venues, a move welcomed by the Music Venue Trust.bbc.comNeil Young is offering a year of free access to his music catalog for residents of Greenland, saying he hopes it helps ease stress caused by President Trump’s interest in the territory, while reiterating that his music will not return to Amazon as long as Jeff Bezos owns it.techradar.comZac Brown won a legal battle against ex-wife Kelly Yazdi, who was ordered to return 170 confidential business emails and files she took after being fired, with Brown’s attorneys arguing she breached her employment contract.pennlive.comSly Dunbar, the legendary drummer and producer who formed one of music’s most influential rhythm sections with Robbie Shakespeare, has died at the age of 73.musicradar.comZach Nahome, executive producer of Olivia Dean’s The Art of Loving, has signed a publishing deal with Universal Music Publishing Group and NWS Music Group.billboard.comHoodoo Gurus condemned the use of their music at a One Nation rally, distancing themselves from the far-right party and urging it to stop using their songs.billboard.comPhil Collins said in a new BBC interview that he hopes to make music again despite ongoing health struggles, noting that he has both unfinished and completed material.everettpost.comIt’s Tuesday, and here’s a look at the Billboard 200 Album Chart this week:5. With Heaven on Top – Zach Bryan4. I’m the Problem – Morgan Wallen3. Debí Tirar Más Fotos – Bad Bunny2. The Sin: Vanish – ENHYPENDon’t Be Dumb – A$AP Rocky Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Grohl announced that the Foo Fighters have finished their new album and will return to Australia before his birthday, sharing a new single, “Asking For a Friend,” and performing in Tasmania for the first time since the death of drummer Taylor Hawkins.rollingstone.comUniversal Music Group’s 1824 has launched Universal Music Live, a new Twitch livestreaming channel designed to amplify music events and help artists build a presence on the platform, debuting February 1 from the UMG GRAMMY Afterparty red carpet.universalmusic.comYouTube Music now syncs the Now Playing queue across Android, iOS, and web, letting users seamlessly continue listening across devices.routenote.comLoudwire has ranked the 25 best prog rock albums of the 2000s, with the top three including two Spock’s Beard albums, V and Snow, and Gazpacho’s Night.loudwire.comChad Hugo is suing Pharrell Williams over unpaid royalties from the 2017 N.E.R.D. album No One Ever Really Dies, alleging withheld financial documents and up to $1 million owed, following an earlier trademark dispute in 2024.musicradar.comSpotify has launched Directed By, a new documentary-style series about the making of music videos, debuting with an episode featuring Maisie Peters and director James Ogram.newsroom.spotify.comSlipknot has dismissed its lawsuit against the anonymous owner of Slipknot.com, a bootleg merchandise site, with the case dropped without prejudice, allowing it to be refiled in the future.rollingstone.comAnd since it’s Monday, here’s a look at today’s Billboard Hot 100 top five:Ordinary – Alex WarrenMan I Need – Olivia DeanGolden – HuntrixThe Fate of Ophelia – Taylor SwiftI Just Might – Bruno Mars Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson talked about his new album How Did I Get Here? on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, including his creative process, a mix-up where Taylor Swift fans misread his Easter eggs, and his upcoming global arena tour starting March 23 in Hamburg.billboard.comRaye will release her second album, This Music May Contain Hope, on March 27, a four-season concept record following her UK No. 1 single “Where Is My Husband!” surpassing 600 million streams.musicweek.comPharrell Williams debuted unreleased music during a Louis Vuitton men’s runway show at Paris Fashion Week, using new tracks and collaborations as atmosphere pieces with no announced release plans.talk995.comBruno Mars’ virtual concert inside the Roblox game Steal A Brainrot drew 12.8 million concurrent players, setting a platform record, and generated 53 million social media views.musically.comVictoria Beckham’s 2001 solo track “Not Such An Innocent Girl” hit number one on the UK digital charts after a viral fan campaign tied to online jokes and a family-related social media moment.newsweek.comScorpions bassist Francis Buchholz has died at 71 following a private battle with cancer, with the band honoring his contributions to albums including Fly to the Rainbow and Crazy World.ultimateclassicrock.comNew ReleasesBoycott Heaven – The Format – Nate Ruess reunites with his pre-fun bandmates for a new album.World Gone Wrong – Lucinda Williams – A return to her blues-rooted sound for a turbulent moment.ElectroSoul – DJ Harrison – A genre-blending release featuring Yazmin Lacey, Yaya Bey, and Fly Anakin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bret Michaels responded to claims by Rikki Rockett that his pay demands derailed Poison’s planned 40th anniversary tour by congratulating Rockett on his Metal Hall of Fame induction and declining to address the accusation directly.ultimateclassicrock.comThe 2026 Academy Award nominees for Best Original Score include Jerskin Fendrix for Bugonia, Alexandre Desplat for Frankenstein, Max Richter for Hamnet, Jonny Greenwood for One Battle After Another, and Ludwig Göransson for Sinners.pitchfork.comThe Best Original Song nominees include tracks from Diane Warren: Relentless, KPop Demon Hunters, Sinners, Viva Verdi!, and Train Dreams, with winners to be announced March 15 at the 98th Academy Awards.inmusicblog.comA new Rolling Stone report details how urgent-care executive Mike Smith allegedly used bot accounts to generate fake streams of his own music, earning more than $10 million in royalties in what prosecutors say is the first U.S. criminal case tied to streaming fraud.rollingstone.comA study published in Nature Communications suggests genetics may play a major role in musical passion, finding that about 54 percent of variability in how much people enjoy music can be linked to DNA.americansongwriter.comNearly 800 artists including Cyndi Lauper, Bonnie Raitt, LeAnn Rimes, R.E.M., and OneRepublic signed an open letter titled “Stealing Isn’t Innovation,” criticizing AI companies for training on copyrighted work without permission.musicbusinessworldwide.comDef Leppard released a new song called “Rejoice” ahead of their upcoming Las Vegas residency, describing it as a hard rock anthem built around a tribal drum loop.ultimateclassicrock.comAnd finally, actor Ashton Kutcher says he’s writing a country music album despite admitting he’s not a great singer, explaining that he’s doing it simply because it’s something he’s always wanted to do.wideopencountry.comAnd taking a look at Billboard’s Official UK Singles Chart today:So Easy to Fall In Love – Olivia DeanWhere Is My Husband – RAYEThe Fate of Ophelia – Taylor SwiftRaindance – Dave & TemsEnd of Beginning – Djo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harry Styles will release his first new music in nearly four years with the single “Aperture” on Jan. 23. It’s the lead track from his fourth album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally., due March 6, 2026. A$AP Rocky has announced the 2026 Don’t Be Dumb World Tour, supporting his first album in eight years. The 42-date run starts May 27 in Chicago and spans North America, the UK, and Europe. Tickets go on sale Jan. 27.Sabrina Carpenter and all eight Best New Artist nominees — Addison Rae, Alex Warren, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, SOMBR, and The Marías — will perform at the 68th Grammy Awards on Feb. 1 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Taylor Swift has been inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at age 36, making her the youngest woman ever to receive the honor. While a record for female inductees, she joins a small group of songwriters inducted at 42 or younger. Rob Hirst, drummer, songwriter, and founding member of Midnight Oil, has died at 70 after a nearly three-year battle with pancreatic cancer. He was a key creative force behind songs like “Beds Are Burning” and “Blue Sky Mine.” Kim Petras has publicly criticized Republic Records, claiming months of no support, no release date for her finished album Detour, and unpaid collaborators. She says she’s asked to be dropped so she can release the album independently.Bruno Mars’s “I Just Might” has debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, his tenth career chart-topper and his first to enter directly at the top. The milestone adds momentum to his upcoming album The Romantic. With Mars, 87 songs have debuted at No. 1 on the Hot 100. The first was Michael Jackson’s “You Are Not Alone,” followed by hits like Mariah Carey’s “Fantasy,” Baauer’s “Harlem Shake,” Taylor Swift’s “Cardigan,” and BTS’s “Dynamite.” Drake holds the record with nine No. 1 debuts, starting with “God’s Plan” in 2018. Subscribe for daily updates at DailyMusicHeadlines.com. Email feedback@dailymusicheadlines.com. Join the Discord at tiny.cc/dmhdiscord.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.

Shania Twain is close to finishing her seventh studio album, the follow-up to 2023’s Queen of Me. Work began in early 2024, paused for touring after her Vegas residency and U.S. dates, then resumed in the studio. Scottish singer-songwriter Jacob Alon wins the 2026 BRIT Awards Critics’ Choice. His debut album In Limerence, also shortlisted for the 2025 Mercury Prize, helped him beat nominees Rose Gray and Sienna Spiro, marking him as a major emerging artist for 2026.Sphere Entertainment plans a second U.S. venue at National Harbor near Washington, D.C. The proposed 6,000-seat “mini-Sphere” will feature the same immersive tech as Las Vegas, including a 16K x 16K LED screen, spatial audio, haptics, and 4D effects. Morrissey has canceled his St. Petersburg, Florida show at the Mahaffey Theater, his fifth canceled date of 2026. The concert had already been rescheduled from 2025 before being scrapped again.Peso Pluma announces his 2026 Dinastía Tour, launching in March with dates across the U.S., Latin America, and Europe, including Los Angeles, Miami, Mexico City, Bogotá, Madrid, and Amsterdam. Tori Amos reveals her 18th studio album, In Times of Dragons, arriving spring 2026. Described as a metaphorical exploration of democracy and resilience, it will be supported by her largest UK and European tour in a decade. Sinatra The Musical will premiere in London’s West End this summer. Previews begin June 3, with an official opening June 24 at the Aldwych Theatre, featuring over 20 Frank Sinatra classics. Flight of the Conchords reunite for their first live show in eight years at the 2026 Netflix Is a Joke Festival. Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement perform May 9 at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles; tickets go on sale January 23.Top Billboard Albums This Week:5. KPop Demon Hunters Soundtrack4. Taylor Swift – The Life of a Showgirl3. Olivia Dean – The Art of Loving2. Morgan Wallen – I’m the Problem1.Zach Bryan – With Heaven on TopStay up to date every weekday at DailyMusicHeadlines.com. Email feedback@dailymusicheadlines.com. Join the Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord. 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.

Green Day will open the 2026 Super Bowl with a pregame opening ceremony performance on Feb. 8 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, celebrating 60 years of Super Bowl history with a set of classic anthems.ENHYPEN’s mini concept album THE SIN: VANISH won Billboard’s fan poll with 68% of the vote. The release leans heavily into vampire mythology and is described as the group’s most narrative-driven project yet.Zach Bryan debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with With Heaven on Top, earning 134,000 equivalent units, driven largely by streaming and a deluxe reissue. The Kid LAROI entered the top 10 at No. 6 with Before I Forget.Dolly Parton Day was proclaimed in Tennessee on Jan. 19, 2026, honoring Parton’s 80th birthday, six-decade career, and philanthropy. She marked the occasion with a new version of “Light of a Clear Blue Morning,” benefiting pediatric cancer research.Mudvayne re-uploaded singles “Hurt People Hurt People” and “Sticks and Stones” after remixing them with Dave Fortman, replacing mixes they were unhappy with. Fans have responded positively.Opeth frontman Mikael Åkerfeldt launched the label Moderbolaget primarily to avoid the Nuclear Blast logo on Opeth releases. While it could sign other artists, he has no current plans to expand the roster.Poison canceled their 2026 tour after Bret Michaels reportedly demanded significantly higher pay than his bandmates. Drummer Rikki Rockett says the door remains open for a 41st anniversary tour in 2027.Billboard Hot 100 Top 55. Ella Langley – Choosin’ Texas4. Olivia Dean – Man I Need3. HUNTR/X – Golden2. Alex Warren – Ordinary1.Taylor Swift – The Fate Of OpheliaStay current with music news every weekday: DailyMusicHeadlines.comFeedback: feedback@dailymusicheadlines.comJoin the discussion: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harry Styles has announced his fourth solo album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, arriving March 6 as his first full-length release in four years following Harry’s House.billboard.comBad Bunny and Apple Music released the official trailer for his Super Bowl LX Halftime Show on February 8 at Levi’s Stadium, teasing a high-energy performance centered on global dance and unity.billboard.comRobbie Williams has surprise-released his new album Britpop three weeks early, drawing inspiration from 1990s Britpop and marking his first full studio album of original non-holiday material in years.billboard.comHilary Duff released her new single and video “Roommates,” a synth-pop reflection on long-term relationships losing their spark and the second preview from her upcoming album Luck… or Something.billboard.comThe first-ever Eurovision Live Tour has been announced for 2026, bringing performances from Eurovision artists to venues across Europe and the UK, including a major show in London.nme.comBruno Mars broke the Live Nation and Ticketmaster records for single-day ticket sales, moving 2.1 million tickets worldwide for The Romantic Tour, his first major stadium run in nearly a decade.forbes.comNew ReleasesAir Force (Black Demarco) – A$AP Rockyapple.comWall of Sound – Charli XCXapple.com100 – Ella Maiapple.comRisk Takers – Herencia de Patronesapple.comKnife – ENHYPENapple.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sabrina Carpenter will appear in her first-ever Super Bowl commercial for Pringles, with a teaser showing her plucking petals from a Pringles-chip flower ahead of the full ad airing during Super Bowl LX.billboard.comBTS announced their new full-length album ARIRANG, arriving March 20, 2026, with a title referencing the traditional Korean folk song symbolizing longing, separation, and resilience.consequence.netBLACKPINK revealed their third mini-album Deadline, set for release on February 27, marking their first major group project in more than three years.billboard.comHarry Styles is fueling speculation about a musical comeback after fans discovered a cryptic website featuring a voice memo teasing a new era following his 2022 album Harry’s House.billboard.comPaul McCartney shared the trailer and release date for Man on the Run, a documentary exploring his post-Beatles reinvention and the formation of Wings, debuting on Prime Video February 27, 2026.nme.comFlea announced his debut solo album HONORA, featuring collaborators Nick Cave and Thom Yorke, along with an intimate solo tour across North America, the UK, and Europe.nme.comJ. Cole confirmed his seventh studio album The Fall-Off will be released February 6, 2026, marking his first full-length album since 2021’s The Off-Season.variety.comBruno Mars added more than 30 dates to his 2026 The Romantic Tour, expanding the global stadium run due to overwhelming demand across North America and Europe.variety.comSpotify Global Chart HighlightsTop Song Global & US - Djo - “End of the Beginning”Top Song UK & Australia - Olivia Dean - “Man I Need”Top Song Japan - Kenshi Yonezu - “Iris Out”Top Song Mexico - Peso Pluma & Tito Double P - “dopamina” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julio Iglesias has been accused by two former employees of sexual assault, sexual harassment, and human trafficking. The complaint, supported by Women’s Link Worldwide, alleges incidents in 2021 at his residences in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas. BTS announced a massive 2026–2027 world tour with 79 shows across 34 markets. The run begins in South Korea and spans North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific, featuring a 360-degree stage. The tour is projected to generate over $1 billion. Dolly Parton is the subject of a new biography, Ain’t Nobody’s Fool by Martha Ackmann. Released December 30, the book traces Parton’s rise from poverty to global icon, spotlighting both her music and business legacy. John Forté, Grammy-nominated musician and Fugees collaborator, has died at 50. He was found in his Massachusetts home; the cause of death is under investigation. Forté contributed to The Score and released several solo albums, including Poly Sci. Kelly Clarkson covered “What It Sounds Like” from the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack on The Kelly Clarkson Show. The song, originally performed by EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI, is a fan favorite from the Netflix animated film. Fender has rebranded PreSonus Studio One Pro as Fender Studio Pro, integrating it into a unified recording ecosystem. Fender Studio Pro 8 includes Mustang Native Guitar and Rumble Native Bass plug-ins, blending Fender tone with PreSonus performance. Trevor Noah will host the Grammy Awards for the sixth and final time on February 1. The show airs live on CBS and streams on Paramount+. Kendrick Lamar leads this year’s nominations with nine. Apple unveiled new Logic Pro updates for Mac and iPad, adding AI-powered tools like Synth Player and Chord ID. The features roll out as part of the new Creator Studio bundle, priced at $12.99/month or $129/year. A biopic about Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne is in development at Sony. Written by Lee Hall, the film centers on their love story and will feature music from Black Sabbath and Ozzy’s solo catalog, aiming for a realistic portrayal of their lives. Billboard Hot Dance/Electronic Top 5:5. HAVEN feat. Kaitlin Aragon – “I Run”4. KATO feat. Jon – “Turn the Lights Off”3. Chris Grey, R3BEL & Kryd – “Let The World Burn”2. Tame Impala – “Dracula”Disco Lines & Tinashe – “No Broke Boys”Stay current with music news every weekday at DailyMusicHeadlines.com. Feedback: feedback@dailymusicheadlines.com.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.