Daily Music Headlines July 17th, 2026

Daily Music Headlines July 17th, 2026

Lorde criticized Spotify’s beta “About the Song” AI feature after it inaccurately described her song “Current Affairs,” arguing that reducing music to an AI-generated explanation also limits listeners’ freedom to interpret it for themselves. Hollywood Reporter [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/music/music-news/lorde-calls-out-spotifys-ai-about-the-song-feature-1236650571/] Gracie Abrams released her third studio album, Daughter From Hell, and performed “Minibar” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon ahead of a North American tour beginning December 2nd in Denver. Billboard [https://www.billboard.com/music/pop/gracie-abrams-daughter-from-hell-thank-you-note-mom-1236296620/] Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey introduced the Great Divide Act, named after Noah Kahan’s album, which would cap resale ticket prices at 110% of face value and service fees at 10%. Billboard [https://www.billboard.com/pro/noah-kahan-massachusetts-ticketing-bill-cap-resale-prices/] Dave Kendall, the creator and former host of MTV’s 120 Minutes, has died; the British-born music journalist helped introduce audiences to emerging alternative artists while hosting the show from 1989 to 1992. Variety [https://variety.com/2026/music/news/dave-kendall-dead-mtv-120-minutes-1236811604/] Ludwig Göransson reunited with Christopher Nolan to score The Odyssey, blending ancient Greek instruments, scrap metal, gongs and vocals, including a song written with James Blake, Travis Scott and Nolan. Variety [https://variety.com/2026/artisans/news/the-odyssey-ludwig-goransson-film-score-1236813153/] Smoke from Canadian wildfires forced concert changes for Sebastian Bach, John Mellencamp and the Black Keys, with shows canceled, postponed or moved indoors because of hazardous air quality. Ultimate Classic Rock [https://ultimateclassicrock.com/wildfires-concert-postponements/] Ahead of his debut heavy metal album, William Shatner announced a Riot Fest performance and jokingly demanded a DeLorean, a bowl of sauerkraut and a billboard featuring himself and a fan on his backstage rider. Billboard [https://www.billboard.com/music/rock/william-shatner-insane-rider-demands-riot-fest-uckers-list-1236296646/] This week’s new releases include Gracie Abrams’ Daughter From Hell, Steve Lacy’s self-produced Oh Yeah?, Carly Rae Jepsen’s “After All,” and new music from Bella Kay, Dexter and the Moonrocks, Rick Ross and Buju Banton. Billboard [https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/gracie-abrams-steve-lacy-new-music-friday-guide-1236296440/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Daily Music Headlines July 16, 2026

Lily Allen is moving several upcoming North American shows from arenas to smaller theaters, including dates in Philadelphia, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Vancouver, while canceling her Montreal show entirely. hollywoodreporter.com [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/music/music-news/lily-allen-downsizes-tour-dates-for-upcoming-us-leg-1236648503/]⁠ Lana Del Rey has announced Spyda, a surprise companion album to her long-awaited country project Stove, though neither record currently has a release date. billboard.com [https://www.billboard.com/music/pop/lana-del-rey-stove-companion-album-spyda-details-1236295789/]⁠ Beck will release his 16th studio album, Ride Lonesome, on September 18th, reuniting with his original touring and recording band and previewing the project with the new single “In the Night.” billboard.com [https://www.billboard.com/music/rock/beck-ride-lonesome-album-video-in-the-night-single-listen-1236295748/]⁠ Florida Georgia Line could reunite onstage next year, with Tyler Hubbard confirming that he and Brian Kelley are eager to perform together again, while Luke Bryan recently rewarded one particularly enthusiastic dancing fan with free concert tickets for life. irishnews.com [https://www.irishnews.com/entertainment/florida-georgia-line-back-together-and-the-latest-news-from-the-world-of-country-music-ZEY6SB2CMNCLDOH5PCF6DY6XOQ/]⁠ Hacked data reportedly indicates that AI music platform Suno scraped millions of copyrighted songs, lyrics, podcasts, and other recordings from services including YouTube, Deezer, and Genius, as the company argues its training practices are protected by fair use and pursues a licensing partnership with Warner Music. musicradar.com [https://www.musicradar.com/music-tech/suno-scraped-millions-of-songs-from-youtube-deezer-and-stock-music-libraries-according-to-hacked-data]⁠ Kiss will honor late guitarist Ace Frehley with a tribute performance featuring music from throughout his career during the 2026 Kiss Kruise: Land-Locked in Vegas event. ultimateclassicrock.com [https://ultimateclassicrock.com/kiss-kruise-ace-frehley-tribute/]⁠ BTS will premiere the music video for “Normal,” a B-side from Arirang, exclusively on Spotify alongside three new versions of the song. koreaherald.com [https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10811068]⁠ Volvo has delivered native Apple Music support to more than two million vehicles through a wireless software update, demonstrating both the convenience and potential risks of automakers remotely modifying vehicle systems. yahoo.com [https://autos.yahoo.com/ev-and-future-tech/articles/volvo-just-beamed-apple-music-005000954.html]⁠ ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Daily Music Headlines July 15, 2026

Daily Music Headlines – Show Notes Napalm Death [ https://blabbermouth.net/news/napalm-death-makes-history-with-npr-tiny-desk-performance] became the first grindcore band to perform an NPR Tiny Desk Concert. Nickelback [https://www.billboard.com/music/rock/nickelback-everything-under-the-sun-album-rattle-the-cage-single-1236293832/] announced their 11th album, Everything Under the Sun, due Oct. 30, and released the lead single "Rattle the Cage." Veteran Nashville musician and musical director Jimmy Nichols [ https://www.billboard.com/pro/nashville-session-musician-jimmy-nichols-dies-at-64/] has died at 64. The FIFA World Cup [https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/world-cup-final-halftime-ny-philharmonic-venezuela-orchestra-1236810279/] Final halftime show will feature Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS, Shakira, and a tribute to Venezuela led by Gustavo Dudamel. Elena Rose [https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/elena-rose-karol-g-stadium-tour-opener-1235593291/] will open the U.S. leg of Karol G's stadium tour. Ella Langley' [https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-country/ella-langley-choosin-texas-may-tie-whitney-houston-1235593283/]s "Choosin' Texas" is poised to tie Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey for the most weeks at No. 1 by a female artist. Mike D [https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/mike-d-solo-album-beastie-boys-sampler-1235593149/] announced his solo album Thank You, created with Ad-Rock's vintage SP-1200 sampler loaded with classic Beastie Boys beats. Thundercat [https://pitchfork.com/story/thundercat-north-american-tour/] announced his North American Distracted AF Tour. Soundgarden [ https://ultimateclassicrock.com/soundgarden-final-album/]says its final album featuring Chris Cornell is expected in 2027. GWAR [ https://blabbermouth.net/news/gwar-celebrates-20th-anniversary-of-beyond-hell-with-fully-remastered-deluxe-edition] will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Beyond Hell with a remastered deluxe edition. KnuckleBonz [ https://blabbermouth.net/news/cliff-burton-estate-and-knucklebonz360-bring-late-metallica-bassists-story-to-life-in-3d-immersive-museum] and the Cliff Burton estate are creating a 3D immersive Cliff Burton Museum. Rolling Stone's Top 5 Most Disappointing Albums [https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-lists/most-disappointing-albums-ever-1235111528/bruce-springsteen-human-touch-1235112325/]: 5. Chinese Democracy - Guns N' Roses 4. Tonight - David Bowie 3. Self Portrait - Bob Dylan 2. Their Satanic Majesties Request - The Rolling Stones 1. Some Time in New York City (John Lennon) Join the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord [http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Daily Music Headlines July 14, 2026

L7 bassist Jennifer Finch [https://www.alternativenation.net/l7-bassist-jennifer-finch-has-been-diagnosed-with-aggressive-brain-cancer/] has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer. A GoFundMe has been launched to help cover her care, and the band will continue its Last Hurrah Tour at Finch's request. StubHub [ https://www.billboard.com/pro/stubhub-customer-fraud-lawsuit-ceo-ticket-broker-side-gig/]is facing a class action lawsuit alleging it misled buyers by failing to disclose CEO Eric Baker's financial interest in ticket-reselling fund Andro Capital. Plaintiffs seek damages from customers who believed they were purchasing tickets from individual fans. The 2026 Humanitas Prize [ https://www.billboard.com/music/awards/kpop-demon-hunters-nominated-2026-humanitas-prize-full-list-1236293600/] nominees have been announced, with KPop Demon Hunters, Song Sung Blue, and Billy Joel: And So It Goes among the honorees. Ashley Nicole Black will host the awards on September 9. Boosie Badazz [https://www.billboard.com/pro/boosie-badazz-trump-pardon-rapper-demands-refund-lobbyists/] is suing lobbyists Jacob Wohl and Jack Burkman for $300,000, alleging they failed to deliver on a promised presidential pardon after receiving $600,000. The lobbyists dispute the claims, saying no contract was finalized. BMG [ https://www.billboard.com/pro/bmg-acquires-hal-david-john-lee-hooker-arc-music-catalogs/]has completed its acquisition of the remaining publishing interests in the catalogs of Hal David, John Lee Hooker, and ARC Music, adding songs by legends including Chuck Berry, Etta James, and Howlin' Wolf. Garth Brooks [ https://925xtu.com/2026/07/13/garth-brooks-maintains-single-price-ticketing-policy-for-upcoming-tour/]will again use his single-price ticket policy on the Blame It All On My Roots Tour, with every seat costing the same. The tour begins August 21-22 in Indianapolis, with tickets on sale July 17. TXT's Yeonjun [https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10807955]'s solo single "Ice Cream" topped 10 million YouTube views in three days, while the accompanying EP sold more than 660,000 copies on its first day. PinkPantheress [https://pitchfork.com/story/pinkpantheress-to-make-acting-debut-in-new-movie-from-the-daniels/] will make her acting debut in a new film from Everything Everywhere All at Once directors the Daniels. The film, also starring Matt Damon and Sandra Oh, is scheduled for release in November 2027. Mastodon [https://www.revolvermag.com/music/mastodon-announce-new-album-debut-snakes-for-dinner-featuring-josh-homme/]announced Marrow Deep, their first album without Brent Hinds, arriving August 28 and featuring Josh Homme. The band will support it with The Poisonous Weapons Tour beginning September 16. Pophouse Entertainment has acquired a 50% stake in Iron Maiden' [https://www.billboard.com/pro/iron-maiden-sells-half-their-catalog-pophouse-entertainment/]s publishing, master recordings, and selected name, image, and likeness rights, including mascot Eddie. The partnership will expand the band's films and immersive fan experiences. Titaníque co-creator Tye Blue has joined the creative team behind The Pyramid: An Unauthorized "Dance Moms" Musical. [https://variety.com/2026/tv/columns/dance-moms-parody-musical-titanique-tye-blue-1236809314/] A Kickstarter campaign has launched ahead of the show's development. Top 5 Albums: [https://www.instagram.com/p/DavovN_pR_F/?hl=en] 5. Iceman – Drake 4. I'm the Problem – Morgan Wallen 3. Dandelion – Ella Langley 2. You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love – Olivia Rodrigo 1.Confessions II – Madonna Join the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord [http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Daily Music Headlines July 13, 2026

Madonna [ https://www.billboard.com/music/pop/madonna-club-confessions-new-york-city-1236292743/] celebrated her 10th No. 1 album, Confessions II, with a free NYC club show featuring Stuart Price, Honey Dijon and more, while Thriller joined her in the Billboard 200 top 10 for a rare chart reunion. The Rolling Stones' Foreign Tongues [https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/rolling-stones-foreign-tongues-best-new-music-poll-results-1236292705/] won Billboard's new music poll with 42% of the vote. The album features 14 tracks produced by Andrew Watt. Jay-Z [https://www.billboard.com/lists/jay-z-yankee-stadium-concert-blueprint-best-moments/] wrapped his two-night Yankee Stadium celebration of The Blueprint's 25th anniversary with surprise appearances by Slick Rick, Eminem and Pharrell. The CMA named Belmont University's Brittany Schaffer [ https://www.wsmv.com/2026/07/12/cma-names-new-ceo-following-sarah-traherns-retirement-announcement/]as its next CEO. She succeeds Sarah Trahern, who retires Jan. 1, 2027. Haircut 100 [ https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/haircut-100-eighties-comeback-new-album-1235591983/] reunited after 44 years with original members, a new album, Boxing the Compass, and a successful comeback tour. Nopia [https://www.musicradar.com/music-tech/we-got-an-exclusive-first-look-at-nopia-the-viral-chord-synth-and-harmony-machine-that-broke-the-internet]'s viral harmony synth is nearing release, offering simplified chord creation through an innovative interface. Expected price: about £550. A new Aviva [https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/retro-revival-third-adults-own-230100422.html] survey found 34% of adults own a vintage music player, with vinyl continuing to grow in popularity across generations. Billboard Top 5 Singles [ https://www.instagram.com/billboardcharts/?hl=en]: #1 Ella Langley – "Choosin Texas" #2 Taylor Swift – "I Knew It, I Knew You" #3 Ella Langley – "Be Her" #4 Drake – "Janice STFU" #5 Olivia Dean – "Man I Need." Join the Daily Music Headlines Discord: http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord [http://tiny.cc/dmhdiscord] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.