Festivals & Events
CD revenue up by nearly 60 per cent in first half of 2026
It was reported earlier this year that the format had enjoyed a spike in sales
Ha*Ash Announces No Me Hablen de Amor Tour 2027: Here Are All the Dates
Sisters Hanna & Ashley will visit 18 cities in the U.S. and Canada, starting April 20 in Toronto.
Unit1 Studio raises $20m for its now-moveable avatar-concerts tech
We reported on startup Unit1 Studio when it launched in October 2025 with technology that could help artists turn themselves into digital avatars for concerts. The post is from Music Ally.
Ed Sheeran: ‘I am making mistakes, and I’m so, so sorry’
The show goes on for Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour, but without any support artists or backing band. They all pulled out last week following the decision to remove Macklemore from the tour following his ‘Free Palestine’ on-stage speeches. The post is from Music Ally.
UK roundup: National Album Day, Sheffield study, Official Charts Pro
There’s plenty going on in the UK this week, starting with the upcoming National Album Day, which takes place on 17 October. The organisers have published the list of albums that are getting limited-edition re-releases for this year’s event. The post is from Music Ally.
CD revenue up by nearly 60 per cent in first half of 2026
It was reported earlier this year that the format had enjoyed a spike in sales
Iceage Performs on The Adam Friedland Show
They performed "Star," "The Weak," "Ember," and "Tender Blades" from their latest album For Love of Grace & the Hereafter. Iceage Perform on The Adam Friedland Show: Watch Alex Young
Dropkick Murphys' Ken Casey on Artist Support
The punk singer thinks Sheeran should have stood in solidarity with his support act. Dropkick Murphys’ Ken Casey on Ed Sheeran-Macklemore Situation: You Should “Live or Die” With Your Support Act Spen
Karol G's Tropitour is a Celebration of Latinidad and Personal Growth
The MetLife spectacle featured surprise guests and the first full-cast performance of “Bby Wow.” Karol G’s “Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour” Is a Love Letter to Latinidad, Heartbreak, and the Woman Be
Death Cab for Cutie Announce Tour and Release New Video
A new video for “Stone Over Water” accompanies the announcement of North American dates
Hamilton Leithauser and Rostam Announce Tour
Their first official run of dates together is a celebration of the duo’s 2016 album
Disney+ responds to claims the streamer will now show ads on all subscription tiers
The streamer has clarified recent reports
“I am deeply worried that venues should pre-approve content of performers”: Ed Sheeran speaks out about censorship
He admits he wasn’t sure tour would carry on
“It’s been a weird week. I just feel like it happened very quickly”: Ed Sheeran speaks about censorship and the Israel-Palestine conflict on stage in Philadelphia
He admits he wasn’t sure tour would carry on
Iceage Delivers Performance on The Adam Friedland Show
They performed "Star," "The Weak," "Ember," and "Tender Blades" from their latest album For Love of Grace & the Hereafter. Iceage Perform on The Adam Friedland Show: Watch Alex Young
Dropkick Murphys' Ken Casey Comments on Ed Sheeran's Handling of Support Act
The punk singer thinks Sheeran should have stood in solidarity with his support act. Dropkick Murphys’ Ken Casey on Ed Sheeran-Macklemore Situation: You Should “Live or Die” With Your Support Act Spen
Karol G's Tropitour is a Celebration of Latinidad and Personal Growth
The MetLife spectacle featured surprise guests and the first full-cast performance of “Bby Wow.” Karol G’s “Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour” Is a Love Letter to Latinidad, Heartbreak, and the Woman Be
Death Cab for Cutie Announce 2027 Tour and Release New Video
A new video for “Stone Over Water” accompanies the announcement of North American dates
Hamilton Leithauser and Rostam Announce Tour
Their first official run of dates together is a celebration of the duo’s 2016 album
“A highly flexible compact mixer and USB interface that’s perfect for desktop recording and live performance”: Roland Go:Mixer Studio review
Packing a lot of power in your pocket