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Smashing Pumpkins, Chris Stapleton to Perform America’s Block Party Benefit Concert
Proceeds after fees from tickets for the Fourth of July event in Los Angeles will benefit Feeding America
Jun 15
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Billboard’s Music Industry Events Calendar
A complete rundown of the most important events across the music business.
Jun 15
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Shakira Dances With Tigers & Debuts ‘Dai Dai’ at 2026 U.S. Tour Kick-Off: Best Photos
Welcome back, Shak!
Jun 15
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Digital Music News
Bonnie Tyler Emerges From Induced Coma in Portugal But ‘Very Unwell’ After Emergency Surgery
Bonnie Tyler is no longer in a coma, but remains “very unwell” in intensive care in Portugal following emergency surgery back in May. “Total Eclipse of the Heart” singer Bonnie...
Jun 15
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Quavo Lawsuit Over Ferrari Sculpture in ‘Trappa Rappa’ Promo Video Dropped by Artist
Sculptor Daniel Arsham is no longer suing the former Migos rapper for featuring his work in a video on Instagram and TikTok in 2024.
Jun 15
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Skechers Shouts Out OG Anunoby’s Shoes In Knicks Win: ‘They Said It Couldn’t Be Done’
The Knicks forward was spotted throughout the NBA finals series wearing basketball shoes from the popular mall brand.
Jun 15
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Digital Music News
Lil Baby v. Bay Smokes Legal Battle Intensifies — Hemp Company Fires Back With Countersuit After WHAM! Partnership Turns Sour
Back in April, Lil Baby sued hemp brand Bay Smokes over a marketing partnership turned sour. Now, we have a full-fledged legal battle on our hands, as the self-proclaimed “#1...
Jun 15
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French Montana Offers to Help Taxi Driver Whose Car Was Damaged in Knicks Championship Celebration: ‘Somebody Find Him’
The Knicks captured the franchise's first NBA title in 53 years on Saturday night.
Jun 15
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‘America’s Got Talent’ Hopeful Has the Judges ‘Beggin” With His Take on the Måneskin Hit: Watch
Army sergeant Isaac Atkins has the judges rockin' in this exclusive clip shared with Billboard.
Jun 15
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The Beatles, Taylor Swift, Drake, Mariah Carey & More: Acts With the Most Billboard 200 & Hot 100 No. 1s Combined
These artists stand at the pinnacle of chart success with both albums and songs.
Jun 15
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Artists With the Most No. 1 Songs on the Hot 100, From The Beatles to Rihanna to Drake & More
The Beatles have the most No. 1 hits among all acts in the chart's history, with 20.
Jun 15
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The Songwriters & Producers With the Most Billboard Hot 100 No. 1s
Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Martin and Max Martin rank among the most successful writers and producers over the chart's history.
Jun 15
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Fans Vote for BTS as Artist They’re Most Excited to See Perform at 2026 FIFA World Cup
LISA of BLACKPINK came in second place.
Jun 15
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Rolling Stone
Bonnie Tyler No Longer in Coma, But ‘Remains Very Unwell’ as Summer Tour Canceled
The “Total Eclipse of the Heart” singer’s family still expect her to make a full recovery, and potentially return to the stage this fall
Jun 15
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Rolling Stone
Sean Combs Wins Bid to Dismiss Dawn Richard’s Lawsuit
Richard’s lawyer said they will refile the heart of the Danity Kane singer’s case in New York state court
Jun 15
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Digital Music News
Wu-Tang Clan Re-Join the Knicks During a Full ‘Tonight Show’ Takeover Celebration
After the Knicks’ first NBA Championship win in over 50 years, the team will appear on The Tonight Show for a special episode featuring Wu-Tang Clan. New York City is...
Jun 15
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Digital Music News
Severe Storms Wreak Havoc on Bonnaroo Again This Year
Weather-related delays, evacuations, and logistical issues bombarded the final day of the 2026 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival in Tennessee. Bonnaroo 2026 was hit with inclement weather on its final...
Jun 15
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Digital Music News
After Spotify Eyes Concert Streaming, YouTube Launches ‘Music Nights’ Exclusive Live Concert Series
YouTube launches ‘Music Nights,’ a series of exclusive live concerts “for dedicated fans,” featuring album release parties and more. Just a week after Spotify reportedly began shopping around to secure...
Jun 15
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Rolling Stone
Julia Jacklin Previews New Era With Fuzzy Rocker ‘Get Away From Me (I Think I’ll Love You Soon)’
The Australian singer-songwriter’s new album The Gem arrives in September
Jun 15
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Digital Music News
HarbourView Scores Chaka Khan ‘Strategic Partnership,’ Acquiring a Catalog Stake and Teeing Up ‘New Creative Ventures’
HarbourView has scored a multifaceted partnership agreement, extending to catalog development, “new creative ventures,” and more, with former Rufus lead singer Chaka Khan.   Newark-based HarbourView and Chicago-born Chaka Khan...
Jun 15
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Music Business Worldwide
Sir Lucian Grainge highlights global opportunity for Japanese artists ahead of Music Awards in Tokyo, where UMG artists Fujii Kaze and Mrs. GREEN APPLE win top prizes
Grainge delivered remarks at an official gala for Music Awards Japan, according to UMG. Source
Jun 15
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Melanie Martinez Pays Tribute to Ex-Boyfriend Oliver Tree: ‘I Know You’re Making the Angels Giggle’
Oliver Tree was among six people killed in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday. He was 32
Jun 15
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Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter Have Something They Wanna Talk About in ‘Bring Your Love’ Video
Julia Garner also makes a cameo in the clip for the Confessions II single
Jun 15
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Rolling Stone
Before Activism Had a Playlist, There Was the Tibetan Freedom Concert
Thirty years on, the podcast Freedom Needs a Soundtrack revisits the star-studded benefit that brought Tibet’s struggle to a mass audience
Jun 15
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Music Business Worldwide
‘I didn’t want to jump from the majors onto a hamster wheel for investors and have them in my business every day.’
Having built his reputation at Interscope, Joie Manda now runs his own label (Encore Recordings) and publishing company (Platinum Grammar) – and is once again making waves and breaking artists… Source
Jun 15
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Music Business Worldwide
HarbourView strikes catalog deal with Chaka Khan
Chaka Khan is an 11-time GRAMMY Award-winner Source
Jun 15
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Digital Music News
Keeping Pace with Catalog Growth — Vydia Streamlines Rising Royalty Volumes with Tipalti Mass Payments
Vydia operates a cloud-based platform that supports labels, artists, and agencies across the music ecosystem. As its client roster expanded, each new label deal brought a surge in payees and...
Jun 15
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Music Business Worldwide
‘Michael’ becomes highest-grossing music biopic in history – overtaking ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ with $911M+ at global box office
Total comprises $358.6M domestically and $553.3M from international markets Source
Jun 15
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Music Business Worldwide
Lionel Richie files to trademark the sound of his voice, following Taylor Swift amid AI deepfake crackdown
The four-time Grammy winner filed four applications, each covering audio of him saying a phrase drawn from his songs. Source
Jun 15
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Music Business Worldwide
Amy Mackie appointed Managing Director, Ticketing at TEG
Amy Mackie will oversee ticketing strategy and operations across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the UK. Source
Jun 15
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Music Business Worldwide
The Weeknd’s After Hours Til Dawn tour has grossed more than $440M in 2026 alone – on over 3M tickets sold
The stadium tour has sold over 3 million tickets this year alone, making it the highest-grossing tour by a male solo artist, according to Live Nation Source
Jun 15
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Music Business Worldwide
KEY SONGS IN THE LIFE OF… Carletta Higginson
Warner Music’s Chief Digital Officer rifles through the record collection of her life to pick the songs that have soundtracked her journey so far… Source
Jun 15
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Digital Music News
‘Michael’ Officially Becomes the Highest-Grossing Musical Biopic in History
The King of Pop is now the King of Biopics, as Michael moonwalks past Bohemian Rhapsody to become the highest-grossing musical biopic in history. It’s official: Universal and Lionsgate’s Michael...
Jun 15
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Digital Music News
AI-Cloned Vocals Fuel Late Minnesota Rapper Eyedea’s New LP
The late Minnesota rapper Eyedea has a new LP, thanks to AI-cloned vocals and handwritten lyrics preserved by the artist’s mom. A new 14-song collection, 15-Year-Old Shit Talking, recreating the...
Jun 15
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Digital Music News
Fast-Rising Singer Oliver Tree Dies After a Horrific Helicopter Crash In Brazil — Here Are the Confirmed Details
Singer Oliver Tree has died after a helicopter crash in Brazil that resulted in the deaths of six people. He was just 32 years old. Oliver Tree, who first gained...
Jun 15
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Rolling Stone
Oliver Tree, ‘Life Goes On’ Singer, Dead at 32
Eccentric musician known for his viral videos among six people who died in when two helicopters collided mid-air in Rio de Janeiro
Jun 14
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Knicks-Loving Celebrities React to Team’s First Championship in 53 Years
Jennifer Lopez, Cardi B, Mariska Hargitay, Jon Stewart, Billy Joel and more turn to social media to celebrate New York team’s first title since 1973
Jun 14
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Bob Dylan Shares Pros and Cons of Turning 80 in Rare Op-Ed: ‘You’re Harder to Program’
"When you’re young you think that time moves forward. At 80 you know that it doesn’t, it stands still. We’re the ones that move," 85-year-old singer writes in op-ed tied...
Jun 14
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Music Business Worldwide
From UMG’s €1B bond sale to Warner Music’s Sureel AI acquisition… it’s MBW’s Weekly Round-up
The biggest headlines from the past few days... Source
Jun 12
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Music Business Worldwide
Warped Tour founder Kevin Lyman on rewarding superfans, breaking artists, and the business of festivals
Kevin Lyman on the festival's past, present, and future, and the one thing he'd change about the music business. Source
Jun 12