Daily Music Headlines May 22nd, 2026

Daily Music Headlines June 2, 2026

Taylor Swift [https://www.billboard.com/media/podcasts/taylor-swift-toy-story-5-song-pop-shop-podcast-1236261729/]will release “I Knew It, I Knew You” from Toy Story 5 this Friday, marking a return to country and film soundtracks; the song is inspired by Jessie. Michael Jackson’s “Chicago [https://www.billboard.com/music/chart-beat/michael-jackson-chicago-hot-100-debut-1236261711/]” debuts at No. 30 on the Hot 100, his 52nd solo hit and first since 2018, boosted by the biopic and TikTok; he becomes the first artist with new Hot 100 entries in every decade since the 1970s. BTS [https://www.billboard.com/music/chart-beat/bts-swim-global-charts-june-6-1236261611/]’ “Swim” ties “Dynamite” with eight weeks at No. 1 on Global Excl. U.S.; Drake’s “Janice STFU” leads the Global 200 for a second week; Olivia Rodrigo’s “The Cure” hits top five on both charts. Kim Thayil [https://loudwire.com/soundgarden-kim-thayil-chris-cornell-death-memoir-screaming-life/]reflects on Chris Cornell’s final days in memoir A Screaming Life, recalling unusual behavior and regret ahead of its June 9 release. Sabrina Carpenter [https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/sabrina-carpenter-alleged-stalker-restraining-order-1235570948/] secured a restraining order against an alleged stalker after repeated trespassing and surveillance; hearing set for June 17. Sonny Mayo [https://blabbermouth.net/news/former-snot-and-sevendust-guitarist-sonny-mayo-undergoes-emergency-triple-bypass-surgery-after-a-heart-attack](SNOT/Sevendust) underwent emergency triple bypass surgery after a heart attack; a fundraiser supports his recovery. Mastodon [https://blabbermouth.net/news/mastodon-returns-with-new-single-your-ghost-again-a-tribute-to-bands-late-guitarist-brent-hinds]released “Your Ghost Again,” a tribute to late guitarist Brent Hinds and first single from their upcoming ninth album. Violet Grohl [https://www.kerrang.com/violet-grohl-announces-debut-london-headline-show-for-this-autumn-london-camden-assembly-be-sweet-to-me]announced her first London headline show at Camden Assembly on Sept. 1; tickets on sale June 5. StubHub [https://www.billboard.com/pro/stubhub-launches-festprotect-platform-festival-fans/] launched FestProtect, offering compensation tiers for festival disruptions like cancellations and lineup changes. The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival [https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/iheartradio-music-festival-2026-lineup-bts-cardi-b-lainey-1236261751/] (Sept. 18–19, Las Vegas) lineup includes BTS, Cardi B, Lainey Wilson, Benson Boone, Zara Larsson, Goo Goo Dolls, Kenny Chesney, Major Lazer, Muse, Snoop Dogg, and Weezer; tickets June 12, streaming on Disney+ and Hulu. Top 5 Singles: [://www.instagram.com/p/DZDcZyGxAET/?hl=en] 5. “The Cure” – Olivia Rodrigo 4. “Shabang” – Drake 3. “Be Her” – Ella Langley 2. “Choosing Texas” – Ella Langley 1. “Janice STFU” – Drake 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 June 1, 2026

Ariana Grande’ [https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/ariana-grande-hate-that-i-made-you-love-me-best-new-music-1236261121/]s “Hate That I Made You Love Me” topped Billboard’s Best New Music poll with over 50% of the vote. It’s the first single from her upcoming album “Petal,” due July 31. Other contenders included Latto and aespa. Drake’s [https://www.billboard.com/music/chart-beat/drake-iceman-second-week-number-one-billboard-200-chart-1236261032/] “ICEMAN” holds No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a second week with 225,000 units. LE SSERAFIM’s “PUREFLOW” debuts at No. 10, marking their fifth top 10. Ronald LaPread [https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/ronald-lapread-death-commodores-bassist-dead-1236261058/], founding bassist of The Commodores, died at 75 after a sudden medical event in New Zealand. He played with the group from 1970–1986, contributing to hits like “Brick House.” Bad Bunny [https://www.billboard.com/music/latin/bad-bunny-madrid-concert-night-one-myke-towers-1236260880/] launched his 10-date Madrid residency with a sold-out show at Riyadh Air Metropolitano. The run could draw over 550,000 fans and featured guest Myke Towers. Morgan Wallen [https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/morgan-wallen-flips-piano-sand-in-my-boots-glitch-denver-1236260822/] cut short a Denver performance of “Sand in My Boots” due to a piano glitch, then pushed the piano over. Fans praised his a cappella recovery. M.I.A. [https://variety.com/2026/music/news/mia-sues-kid-cudi-kicked-off-rebel-ragers-tour-1236763557/]is suing Kid Cudi for $2.8 million, claiming wrongful removal from his Rebel Ragers Tour despite contractual guarantees. The dispute follows controversy over her onstage remarks. Kanye West [https://variety.com/2026/music/global/kanye-west-travis-scott-concerts-banned-italy-1236763296/] (Ye) and Travis Scott canceled July shows in Reggio Emilia, Italy, citing security concerns amid backlash over West’s antisemitic remarks. Donald Trump called to cancel the Freedom 250 concert series [https://www.alternativenation.net/trump-calls-to-cancel-freedom-250-concerts/] and replace it with a political rally. Artists including Bret Michaels and Martina McBride withdrew over the event’s political ties. Yonkers will rename a street “Earl DMX Simmons Way [Earl DMX Simmons Way]” honoring DMX near his childhood home, alongside a new podcast, “Look Thru My Eyes: Becoming DMX.” “Heavy Metal Parking Lot [https://blabbermouth.net/news/heavy-metal-parking-lot-makers-to-commemorate-films-40th-anniversary-with-special-screening]” marked its 40th anniversary with its first full public screening, plus plans for a documentary, book, and tribute events. Top 5 Albums: [https://www.instagram.com/p/DYzr2g3OzXI/?hl=en] 5. Ella Langley – “Danelion” 4. Noah Kahan – “The Great Divide” 3. Drake – “Maid of Honor” 2. Drake – “Habiti” 1.Drake – “Iceman” ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Daily Music Headlines May 29th, 2026

Taylor Swift’s lawyer argued that The Life of a Showgirl is an expressive work protected by the First Amendment in response to trademark claims from Las Vegas performer Maren Wade over her show Confessions of a Showgirl. Billboard [https://www.billboard.com/pro/taylor-swift-life-of-a-showgirl-case-lawyer-fights-lawsuit/#recipient_hashed=92b3b2dbcae31aafaf0515ba290adbae2c32c641a727ade6630a8c1af157a7be&recipient_salt=5e937a981ea1d69e06ddce2ff2c27e84c0ab0794edcfa70381f809faff99289c&utm_medium=email&utm_source=exacttarget&utm_campaign=billboard_daily&utm_content=685073_05-28-2026&utm_term=9345173] Martina McBride and Bret Michaels have both withdrawn from Washington, D.C.’s Freedom 250 concert series, citing concerns that the event had been misrepresented and had become politically divisive. Ultimate Classic Rock [https://ultimateclassicrock.com/bret-michaels-freedom-250-concert/] Riot Fest 2026 will return to Chicago’s Douglass Park from September 18-20 with headliners Tool, Twenty One Pilots, Pierce the Veil, and Alanis Morissette. Billboard [https://www.billboard.com/music/concerts/riot-fest-2026-lineup-tool-twenty-one-pilots-alanis-morissette-1236259873/] Noah Kahan announced the 2027 Out of the Blue Festival lineup, featuring Kahan, Hayley Williams, Mt. Joy, The Head and the Heart, and more at Moon Palace Resort in Riviera Cancun. Billboard [https://www.billboard.com/music/concerts/noah-kahan-lineup-2027-out-of-blue-festival-hayley-williams-1236259862/] Boards of Canada and Warp Records denounced the Trump administration’s unauthorized use of the song “Deep Time” in a political video posted to White House social media accounts. BrooklynVegan [https://www.brooklynvegan.com/boards-of-canada-denounce-the-white-houses-use-of-their-song-in-social-video/] Cara Delevingne is officially launching her music career with two new Warner Records songs, “I Forgot” and “Out of My Head,” ahead of a debut album expected in late summer. Rolling Stone [https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/cara-delevingne-interview-music-career-fiona-apple-1235569688/] CMAT responded to misogynistic body-shaming comments after her BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend performance, saying she wishes she could enjoy her career success without constant abuse. Billboard [https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/cmat-body-shaming-comments-response-bbc-radio-big-weekend-1236259856/] New Releases Paul McCartney - The Boys of Dungeon Lane Kurt Vile - Philadelphia’s Been Good to Me Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts - As Time Explodes ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Daily Music Headlines May 28nd, 2026

Sting will star in a reimagined production of The Last Ship at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London from September 22 to October 3. variety.com [https://variety.com/2026/theater/news/sting-the-last-ship-west-end-drury-lane-1236760929/] A federal appeals court has revived Bernie Worrell’s estate’s copyright lawsuit against George Clinton and Thang, Inc. over ownership claims tied to P-Funk recordings from 1976 to 1979. musicbusinessworldwide.com [https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/george-clinton-must-face-late-bandmates-estate-copyright-suit-appeals-court-rules/] Spotify has launched more than 650 narrated long-form magazine articles from publications including Rolling Stone, The Atlantic, and Vogue. musicbusinessworldwide.com [https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/spotify-launches-650-narrated-magazine-articles-from-rolling-stone-the-atlantic-vogue-and-more/] Olivia Rodrigo pushed back on criticism of her babydoll dresses, saying the discourse shifts responsibility onto women for how men sexualize their bodies. hollywoodreporter.com [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/music/music-news/olivia-rodrigo-babydoll-dress-criticism-normalize-pedophilia-1236607304/] Drake celebrated several new chart records, including passing Michael Jackson for the most Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hits by a male solo artist. billboard.com [https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/drake-celebrates-number-1-albums-hot-100-number-1-hits-1236257938/] Paul McCartney says he would like to work on a studio version of Prince’s unearthed cover of “The Long and Winding Road,” though Prince once strongly rejected posthumous-style collaborations. musicradar.com [https://www.musicradar.com/artists/i-could-make-it-into-something-really-good-paul-mccartney-wants-to-get-his-hands-on-princes-unearthed-cover-of-a-classic-beatles-song-but-there-could-be-a-problem-with-that] Official UK Singles Chart “Dracula” - Tame Impala & JENNIE “Billie Jean” - Michael Jackson “National Treasures” - Drake “Janice STFU” - Drake “Rein Me In” - Sam Fender & Olivia Dean ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Daily Music Headlines May 27, 2026

* BTS [https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/bts-behind-the-scenes-mexico-national-palace-announced-1236257647/] will release a behind-the-scenes video of their visit to Mexico’s National Palace on May 27, including their meeting with President Claudia Sheinbaum and greeting 50,000 fans. The visit drew some criticism for being politicized, though Sheinbaum hopes to bring them back. * BTS partnered with Oreo [https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/bts-oreo-limited-edition-flavor-1236257296/] on a limited-edition hotteok-inspired flavor, featuring 13 unique cookie designs and packaging celebrating Korean street markets. Presale begins June 1, with retail availability June 8. * Carlos Vives’ [https://www.billboard.com/music/chart-beat/te-dedico-carlos-vives-back-number-1-latin-airplay-1236257629/] “Te Dedico” hits No. 1 on Latin Airplay, his 17th chart-topper and first solo No. 1 in nearly eight years. The track also leads Tropical Airplay and climbs to No. 24 on Hot Latin Songs. * Olivia Rodrigo [https://www.billboard.com/music/concerts/olivia-rodrigo-billions-club-live-concert-film-spotify-1236256896/]’s Spotify Billions Club Live performance in Barcelona will debut as a concert film May 27, featuring hits including her latest Hot 100 No. 1, “drop dead.” * Bad Bunny [https://www.billboard.com/music/latin/bad-bunny-toy-story-5-movie-character-reveal-1236257237/] will voice “Pizza with Sunglasses” in Toy Story 5, expanding his Hollywood work after roles in Happy Gilmore 2 and Caught Stealing. * Randy Travis [https://themusicuniverse.com/randy-travis-announces-final-more-life-dates/] will wrap his More Life Tour this fall with final dates across multiple U.S. states. Presales start May 27; general sales May 29. * Kehlani [https://variety.com/2026/music/news/kehlani-the-kehlani-world-tour-north-america-dates-1236759049/] announced a 33-date North American tour running August–October, starting in Minneapolis and ending in San Francisco. Presale begins May 27; general onsale May 29. * Universal Music Group and Sony Music [https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/umg-and-sony-seek-to-add-61000-copyrighted-works-to-suno-lawsuit-after-discovery-reveals-suno-trained-on-millions-of-their-recordings/] are seeking to add 61,000+ recordings to their lawsuit against AI company Suno, alleging unauthorized use of millions of copyrighted tracks in training data. * The Spider-Noir soundtrack [https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/spider-noir-soundtrack-listing-kris-bowers-1236758860/], starring Nicolas Cage, releases digitally May 27 and on vinyl August 28. Composed by Kris Bowers and Michael Dean Parsons, it blends noir and superhero styles. * Rolling Stone’s best TV theme songs [https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-lists/best-tv-theme-songs-of-all-time-1234630913/] list (2022): No. 1 The Jeffersons; No. 2 (tie) The Brady Bunch and Gilligan’s Island; No. 3 Sanford and Son; No. 4 Crazy Ex-Girlfriend; No. 5 Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. * * 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.