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GORDO on Producing Drake’s ‘MAID OF HONOUR’ Album & Why He Considers Him ‘The GOAT’
The producer/DJ chats with Billboard about collaborating with Drake on his new album MAID OF HONOUR and the rapper's legendary status in music.
Justin Timberlake and Tiger Woods Settle Lawsuit Over Unpaid Sports Bar Wages
The lawsuit was brought by two bartenders alleging underpayment and tips being taken at T-Squared Social in New York, a sports bar Timberlake and Woods own. Justin Timberlake and Tiger Woods Settle Lawsuit Over Unpaid Sports Bar Wages Travis Bland
Gojira Announce 20th Anniversary Edition of From Mars to Sirius on Zoetrope Vinyl
The new double gatefold zoetrope picture disc comes out July 31st. Gojira Announce 20th Anniversary Edition of From Mars to Sirius on Zoetrope Vinyl Langdon Hickman
The Disco Express Returns With XPRESS Singles Vol.2
The Disco Express returns with XPRESS Singles Vol.2: Nothing But The Music / 20 Buck Funk, a four-track package built for DJs who want records that get to the point quickly. The release dropped back on May 15, 2026 on digital, vinyl, and streaming formats, with a limited vinyl run of 300 copies. The
Splice partners with ElevenLabs to power AI music creation tools
Splice said it 'will leverage ElevenLabs' foundational music models to build next generation AI-powered creative tools, set to be released later this year'. Source
Alex Wann And JUNO Talk Allo, Crosstown Rebels, And DJ Taste In The Streaming Era
Alex Wann and JUNO make their Crosstown Rebels debut with Allo, a two-track EP which dropped on May 8, 2026, on Damian Lazarus’ label. The title track brings the two artists together for a warm, groove-led collaboration, while “IDONE” gives Alex Wann a solo cut built around piano chords, textured sy
Mandy Moore Speaks Out on ‘Upsetting’ Mom Group Drama, Wishes Ashley Tisdale Handled It ‘Face-to-Face’
"I wouldn't have handled the situation this way," the singer-actress said.
Live Nation and Ticketmaster should still be split up, lawmakers told, as US government’s antitrust settlement criticised in Congress
The US Department Of Justice’s decision to settle antitrust claims against Live Nation was slammed in Congress yesterday, with President Trump accused of siding with an “illegal monopoly”. Congress members also said they still hope Live Nation and Ticketmaster will be split up by the courts
Leon Thomas Set to Receive 2026 ASCAP Vanguard Award
Thomas won two Grammys in February and an iHeartRadio Music Award in March.
After raising $5M, Adobe-backed Tamber officially launches its AI music-making platform
The suite is powered by what Tamber calls “sonic intelligence” – a set of tools designed to work alongside artists. Source
Metric Acceleration: Analyzing the Rising Engagement for SPFDJ
A 25% increase in Spotify followers for SPFDJ signals a significant spike in digital engagement, reflecting a period of rapid audience acquisition within the electronic music landscape.
“A barometer is if I wouldn’t say it out loud, then I probably wouldn’t use it as a lyric”: How Olivia Dean’s joyous breakthrough song was crafted
Setting out her stall as one of the greatest artists of the 2020s, Olivia Dean’s 2023 breakthrough cribbed from the past to evoke the euphoria of falling in love
The Silent Ascent: Decoding SPFDJ's Underground Momentum
Despite a deliberate anonymity, SPFDJ's influence in electronic music continues its quiet yet undeniable expansion, marked by a recent surge in dedicated followers and an uncompromising sonic signature.
Brighton Music Conference 2026 to Feature Industry Leaders and Networking Events
AFEM returns to Brighton Music Conference from 20 to 22 May 2026 with four panels, a welcome mixer, members dinner and the return of Meet the Experts. Ten industry leaders join Meet the Experts on Fri
Brighton Music Conference 2026 details announced by AFEM
AFEM returns to Brighton Music Conference from 20 to 22 May 2026 with four panels, a welcome mixer, members dinner and the return of Meet the Experts. Ten industry leaders join Meet the Experts on Fri
Brighton Music Conference 2026: AFEM Announces Full Schedule
AFEM returns to Brighton Music Conference from 20 to 22 May 2026 with four panels, a welcome mixer, members dinner and the return of Meet the Experts. Ten industry leaders join Meet the Experts on Fri
Lawmakers Criticize Live Nation Settlement, Call for Ticketmaster Separation
Congressional Democrats held a so-called "shadow hearing" about Live Nation on Monday (May 18).
‘Sweetheart Deal’: Lawmakers Slam Live Nation’s DOJ Settlement & Urge Ticketmaster Breakup
Congressional Democrats held a so-called "shadow hearing" about Live Nation on Monday (May 18).
Brighton Music Conference 2026 details announced by AFEM
AFEM returns to Brighton Music Conference from 20 to 22 May 2026 with four panels, a welcome mixer, members dinner and the return of Meet the Experts. Ten industry leaders join Meet the Experts on Fri
Billboard & Montauk Yacht Club Announce the Return of Marina Music Series With Washed Out DJ Set
More lineup announcements will be shared throughout the summer.