Archive snapshot · Music
Fri, Oct 2, 10:16 PM ET
Dolly Parton dies at 80 after brief battle with cancer
Parton, one of the most influential figures in country music and American popular culture, had remained active in music and business up to her death.
CBS News · +12 outlets
Taylor Swift scores U.K. chart double as Patient Zero and The Life of a Showgirl hit No. 1
The expanded edition of her album and the new single both top the Official Charts, extending her run of chart-topping releases in the U.K.
Billboard · +12 outlets
Ye's two Russian stadium concerts canceled after venue denies rental agreement
Promoters announced the cancellations with "sincere regret" after Gazprom Arena said it had not signed a rental deal for the St. Petersburg dates.
Billboard · +14 outlets
Universal Music Canada lays off staff across several departments
The cuts add to a wave of restructuring across the major label groups as recorded music operations tighten costs.
Billboard · +9 outlets
Take That announce 10th studio album Dreamers and release title track
The band's return with new material marks another comeback cycle for one of the U.K.'s most enduring pop acts.
Official Charts · +8 outlets
Bruno Mars and Karol G release Dance With Me video; Drake reacts to casting
The video's romantic pairing of Karol G and Bruno Mars drew a public response from Drake, continuing the trio's chart rivalry narrative.
Billboard · +13 outlets
Rosalia to receive Billboard Hall of Fame Award at 2026 Latin Music Awards
The honor recognizes the Spanish artist's commercial and critical impact across Latin and global pop.
Latin Times · +10 outlets
The Rolling Stones release Mr Charm video alongside new single as Ronnie Wood cites tour hold-up
The band's new material arrives as guitarist Ronnie Wood says one member is holding back plans for a tour.
Chaoszine · +13 outlets
Miranda Lambert returns with country-disco album Crisco
The album leans into upbeat, joyful material, marking a stylistic shift for the country star.
ABC News · +10 outlets
KATSEYE's Animal marks 10-week streak on U.K. and global Spotify charts
The sustained run extends the group's breakout performance on international streaming and singles charts.
조선일보 · +2 outlets
CORTIS' REDRED claims surprise No. 1 on Music Bank six months after release
The late chart surge for the track reflects continued fan-driven voting and streaming momentum in South Korea.
Chosunbiz · +3 outlets
BTS' Arirang tour reaches new milestone
The stadium tour continues to set marks for the group as they extend their global live footprint.
Netflix Junkie · +13 outlets
Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl returns to No. 1 in Australia
The album reclaims the top spot in the Australian market amid continued global chart strength.
Billboard · +14 outlets
Becky G to join 2026 Billboard Latin Music Week for superstar Q&A
The appearance adds a marquee name to the industry event's speaker lineup.
Billboard · +4 outlets
ILLIT's Magnetic hits triple platinum in Japan, fastest for an overseas female act
The certification underscores K-pop's continued crossover success in the Japanese market.
조선일보 · +5 outlets
ILLIT's Magnetic hits triple platinum in Japan, fastest for an overseas female act (2026-10-02)
The certification underscores K-pop's continued crossover success in the Japanese market.
조선일보 · +6 outlets
Drake, Karol G and Bruno Mars love triangle draws further attention in Dance With Me rollout
Drake's public comment on Karol G starring opposite Bruno Mars keeps the collaboration in the news cycle.
Billboard · +2 outlets
NiziU top Hanteo daily album chart with first Korean mini album Sour Grapes
The debut Korean-language release marks a strategic push into the domestic K-pop market for the JYP group.
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