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Watch Audrey Hobert Twirl Her Way Through “Chateau” on Kimmel
She’s back for more late night after her viral “Sue Me” performance
New Music Releases and Upcoming Albums in 2026
A regularly updated guide to the new albums, EPs, mixtapes, and projects getting released in the coming weeks and months
Watch Metallica Spawn a Monster for Their Sphere Residency Opener
An array of ostentatious 3D graphics, including a giant Cthulhu, accompanied the band’s debut at the Las Vegas venue
Fontaines D.C. Plot 2027 North American Tour
The Irish band is headed to arenas across the pond with Iceage and Westside Cowboy
Turnstile and Taylor Swift Shared the SNL Stage
The Baltimore hardcore band were the musical guest, while Swift made a surprise appearance as Dakota Johnson’s “literal therapist”
Phoebe Bridgers (and Nine of Her Collaborators) Talk Injecting ‘Fresh Blood’ Into Her ‘Lost Weekend’ Album’s Sound
Here's a deep dive into how they made her expansive new album — which could well wind up a multicategory contender.
Wisin Signs With WME in All Areas: ‘I’m Ready to Expand Beyond Music’
The news comes on the heels of the Puerto Rican artist announcing his new management team last month.
Ashley Walters to make directorial debut with ‘Animol’ – check out these exclusive images
The brutal film takes place in a young offenders institution
Music Business Headlines You Need to Know: Warner, ADA, Estates & AI | Billboard On the Record News
From Warner Music executive shakeups to Dolly Parton’s inheritance, streaming fraud and big AI news from Suno Music and Eleven Labs, September shaped up to be a busy month in the music industry. On this special bonus episode of Billboard On The Record, host Kristin Robinson sits down with Billboard
Tom Morello Says He Didn’t Vote for Kamala Harris in 2024
The Rage Against the Machine guitarist said he "couldn't do it," while maintaining that voting still matters as one tool for political change. Tom Morello Says He Didn’t Vote for Kamala Harris in 2024 Alex Krinsky
Fuerza Regida to Receive the Billboard Vanguard Award at the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards
The trailblazing música mexicana group will perform at the Oct. 22 ceremony, which will be broadcast live on Telemundo.
Chance the Rapper Says He’s Thinking About Chopping His Stage Name In Half: ‘I Just Really Love the Art Form’
The Chicago MC born Chancelor Jonathan Bennett made the announcement on the Tea Time podcast with Raven-Symoné and Miranda Maday.
CMA Sets Dolly Parton Tribute with Ella Langley, Zac Brown, Reba McEntire & More
Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, Darius Rucker, and Kelsea Ballerini will also participate in the two-hour telecast airing on October 21st. CMA Sets Dolly Parton Tribute with Ella Langley, Zac Brown, Reba McEntire & More Alex Young
Performers Announced for CMA’s Dolly Parton Tribute Special
CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton is set to air on Oct. 21.
“Financial armageddon”: The reason Devin Townsend is back on the road after taking an “indefinite” break from touring
His rock opera blew a hole in his finances
Sweetwater Studio Gear Sale
Refresh your recording rig with my hand-picked deals from the Sweetwater studio and recording sale
808 Prince on his new project
Formerly known as Funkineven, the London-based producer/DJ has reinvented himself with Roland's classic '80s drum machine serving as inspiration
Oli Howe on his Instagram reworks
“David Foster commented and then he sent me a DM saying, ‘Where did you come from?’ And I was just like, ‘Oh my God, what do I say to that? Brighton?’”
The Raconteurs Announce Broken Boy Soldiers 20th Anniversary Vault Package
The package unearths 22 previously unreleased recordings, including demos and the band’s first-ever live performance. The Raconteurs Announce Broken Boy Soldiers 20th Anniversary Vault Package Karan S
All the Guests at Shakira’s Madrid Residency
Laura Pausini, Alejandro Sanz, Dua Lipa and more: These are the artists who have joined the Colombian superstar onstage at Shakira Stadium.