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PPL reveals that its collections grew 4.8% in 2025 to £315.3m
UK music-licensing company PPL has published its figures for 2025, revealing that its revenues grew by 4.8% to £315.3m last year – $426.7m at current exchange rates. What’s driving the growth? It’s very much about international collections, because they were up 16% to £94m last year. PPL noted that
Sofia Isella: Cultural Critique and New EP
The Los Angeles alt-pop star and NME 100 alum delivers cultural critique that’s cutting and captivating. Ahead of her new EP ‘Something Is A Shell .’, she talks to NME about misogyny, religion and mor
Sofia Isella looks into the abyss
The Los Angeles alt-pop star and NME 100 alum delivers cultural critique that’s cutting and captivating. Ahead of her new EP ‘Something Is A Shell .’, she talks to NME about misogyny, religion and more
Iron Maiden Talks Rock Hall Induction, Upcoming Documentary: ‘Let’s Do This the Hard Way’
The iconic metal outfit's impending induction to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame corrects a longtime snub.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Reveals Class of 2026: See Who Made It In This Year
The 2026 inductees were once again unveiled on American Idol.
Coachella 2026 Weekend 1 Recap: Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber & Karol G’s Iconic Performances | Billboard News
This is partner content. Weekend one of Coachella 2026 was full of iconic performances from Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Karol G, Kehlani, KATSEYE and so many more! We take you through everything you missed from interviews with BINI & KATSEYE to Don Toliver’s set and more! KATSEYE: Bonkers. It
Jorginho speaks out on Chappell Roan security incident as a “misunderstanding”
“I reacted as any father would"
The Anchoress returns with ‘I Had a Baby Not A Lobotomy’: “An anthem for anyone who has ever been written off for daring to procreate”
Check out the Depeche Mode-inspired new single featuring Gwenno as the acclaimed Welsh star and Manics collaborator tells us about her "star-studded" and "most sonically adventurous" album yet, 'As We Once Were' The post The Anchoress returns with ‘I Had a Baby Not A Lobotomy’: “An anthem for anyone
Jay Weinberg Expresses Shock Over Slipknot Dismissal
Weinberg opened up about his firing from Slipknot in an extensive interview with Rolling Stone. Jay Weinberg Remains Confused by Slipknot Firing: “My World… Bottomed Out from Under Me” Langdon Hickman
BTS Addresses Super Bowl Possibilities, Talks Being ‘Competitors’ With Taylor Swift & Bruno Mars
"We’re just a boy band from Korea," RM said.
Jay Weinberg Remains Confused by Slipknot Firing: “My World… Bottomed Out from Under Me”
Weinberg opened up about his firing from Slipknot in an extensive interview with Rolling Stone. Jay Weinberg Remains Confused by Slipknot Firing: “My World… Bottomed Out from Under Me” Langdon Hickman
Massive Attack’s Robert Del Naja Speaks Out Against “Unlawful” Pro-Palestine Protest Arrest
He was arrested in London's Trafalgar Square on Saturday afternoon. Massive Attack’s Robert Del Naja Speaks Out Against “Unlawful” Pro-Palestine Protest Arrest Eddie Fu
Liam Fray talks Courteeners’ legacy, survival and unfinished business: “To be still breathing and wanting to do it is a fucking miracle”
We catch the Manchester indie legends playing Night & Day Café for the first time since 2007 as frontman Liam Fray tells NME why Courteeners’ staying power “is not to be sniffed at”, and why their next album will be a “left turn” after their ‘best of’ compilation ‘God Bless The Band’ The post Liam F
Preview Riley Green’s New Song ‘My Way’ Before He Performs It on ‘Marshals’: Exclusive
Dann Huff produced the studio version of the song, which Green had teased on social media.
"The good news is, I can still play music. I can still play guitar": No Doubt guitarist Tom Dumont reveals that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease
Band’s Sphere shows will go ahead as planned
The music industry has long prioritized creative output over operational foundations. AI does not alter that imbalance; it exposes it.
Deviate Digital founder Sammy Andrews digs deep into how the business globally is actually using AI – and detects that the conversation is finally evolving beyond linear arguments over rights… Source
Flowerovlove curates pop and R&B hits on ‘My Ears Adore’, an exclusive playlist to accompany The Cover
The rising British pop star has chosen tracks by Donna Summer, Jeff Buckley, Solange and more
BIA Talks “WE ON GO (RAGE MIX),” Bringing Out OhGeesy & Denzel Curry at Coachella & More | Billboard News
BIA shares what her prep process was for her first solo set at Coachella 2026, bringing out OhGeesy & Denzel Curry, and what inspired her to do the “WE ON GO (RAGE MIX).”
No Doubt’s Tom Dumont Reveals Early Onset Parkinson’s Disease Diagnosis: ‘It’s Been a Struggle’
The Gwen Stefani-led band will launch its Las Vegas residency in May.
No Doubt guitarist Tom Dumont reveals early onset Parkinson’s diagnosis
He confirmed he will still be playing at the band's upcoming Las Vegas Sphere shows