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Silvertomb (Type O Negative, Danzig) Announce New Album, Unleash “No Way to Live”: Stream
The Interpretation of Nightmares arrives November 13th. Silvertomb (Type O Negative, Danzig) Announce New Album, Unleash “No Way to Live”: Stream Spencer Kaufman
From Universal Music’s $3.83B quarter to Suno’s German court defeat… it’s MBW’s Weekly Round-up
The biggest headlines from the past few days... Source
The Belly Up: A 50-Year Magnet for Music Legends in Solana Beach
For five decades, the 600-capacity Solana Beach, Calif., venue has welcomed legends from Etta James to No Doubt on a quiet street lined with Quonset huts.
Sony Music Achieves Over $3.5 Billion in Revenue, Driven by Vinyl and Live Sales
Streaming and sales of music by Michael Jackson, Ella Langley, Bad Bunny, Raye, SZA and Peso Pluma and Tito Double P made the music business the No. 2 sales generator in Sony Group overall.
North West’s Debut Headlining Tour Canceled
The Kimokawaii tour in support of West's NOrth4evr EP was slated to launch in Dallas on Wednesday (Aug. 5).
North West’s Debut Headlining Tour With Molly Santana Canceled Just Days Before Scheduled Kick-Off: ‘Sadly, It’s Not Happening Anymore’
The Kimokawaii tour in support of West's NOrth4evr EP was slated to launch in Dallas on Wednesday (Aug. 5).
Sony’s Global Music Biz Revenue Tops $3.53 Billion on 36% Surge in Vinyl, Live, Merch Sales
Streaming and sales of music by Michael Jackson, Ella Langley, Bad Bunny, Raye, SZA and Peso Pluma and Tito Double P made the music business the No. 2 sales generator in Sony Group overall.
Mick Jagger's Advice Prevented Duran Duran's Split, Nick Rhodes Reveals
Plus, the ever-present keyboard player reveals that he never wears jeans but does collect cheese labels
Lollapalooza 2026 Livestream Lineup Announced for Hulu and Disney+
The four-day broadcast will feature Charli xcx, Tate McRae, Lorde, The xx, Olivia Dean, The Smashing Pumpkins, and loads more. Lollapalooza 2026 Livestream Lineup for Hulu and Disney+ Revealed Alex Kr
Noah Kahan Jokes About Barack Obama's Summer Playlist Inclusion
Kahan joked about the chat at his Arlington show on Thursday night (July 30) after Obama put the bummer track "Doors" on his 2026 list.
Why The Belly Up in San Diego Is a Magnet for Music Royalty — From The Rolling Stones to Snoop Dogg
For five decades, the 600-capacity Solana Beach, Calif., venue has welcomed legends from Etta James to No Doubt on a quiet street lined with Quonset huts.
Noah Kahan Pretends to Call Barack Obama to Revel in Finally Making Ex-Pres’ 2026 Summer Playlist ‘After 15 F–king Years!’
Kahan joked about the chat at his Arlington show on Thursday night (July 30) after Obama put the bummer track "Doors" on his 2026 list.
Live Nation Reports Increased Q2 Revenue and Fan Attendance
Live Nation's Concerts division drew 49 million fans in Q2 Source
Hulu and Disney+ Announce Lollapalooza 2026 Livestream Lineup
The four-day broadcast will feature Charli xcx, Tate McRae, Lorde, The xx, Olivia Dean, The Smashing Pumpkins, and loads more. Lollapalooza 2026 Livestream Lineup for Hulu and Disney+ Revealed Alex Kr
Nieve Ella Discusses Insecurity and Authenticity on Debut Album
The former NME Cover star explains why she is embracing insecurity for her “epic” and “theatrical” debut album, and how she is taking notes from Wolf Alice and Girl In Red to make her upcoming tour th
Nieve Ella talks new album ‘How Long Will It Take?’: “The world is crumbling day by day, so we might as well just be open and honest”
The former NME Cover star explains why she is embracing insecurity for her “epic” and “theatrical” debut album, and how she is taking notes from Wolf Alice and Girl In Red to make her upcoming tour the best yet The post Nieve Ella talks new album ‘How Long Will It Take?’: “The world is crumbling day
Behind The Single Recap: The Second Voice’s “Let Me Be”
The Second Voice is an anonymous, mask-wearing artist from Zambia blending Afrohouse and Amapiano who recently secured his breakout with ‘Let Me Be’. Released on Spinnin’ Records, the track quickly became a global hit and served as the artist’s official entry onto the international stage. What makes
Live Nation generated $7.7B in Q2 revenue, up 9% YoY, driven by a 10% rise in fan attendance
Live Nation's Concerts division drew 49 million fans in Q2 Source
Eladio Carrión Reveals He ‘Nearly Died’ in Video Shoot With Cazzu: ‘But We’re Here & Alive’
"Think Tom Cruise ... I did my own stunts," he shares in Billboard's new video series Cafecito Con.
Live Nation revenue up 9% amid ‘highest 2Q concerts attendance’
Welcome to Q2 financials season, including Live Nation’s latest chance to rebut concerns about ‘Blue Dot Fever’ in the live-music market.