RAYE wins 2026 Mercury Prize for debut album, ahead of Royal Albert Hall show
The Mercury Prize is the UK's most prominent album award, and RAYE's win caps a run of chart and critical success for the British singer-songwriter.
Neon Music · +6 outlets
Elvis Presley estate sues Anthropic and Suno over use of iconic songs to train AI
The Presley estate joins a widening set of music rights holders litigating against AI developers over unlicensed training data.
Billboard · +5 outlets
Drake becomes first act to pass 350 million RIAA-certified units, extends record to 18 diamond plaques
The certifications cement Drake's position as the most commercially certified singles artist in RIAA history.
Billboard · +1 outlets
Fontaines D.C. debut at No. 1 on Irish Albums Chart with Dopamine Chamber
The Irish band's chart-topping debut adds to a run of strong album performances by guitar acts in the UK and Ireland.
Hotpress · +8 outlets
Tate McRae scores first Australian No. 1 as Housewife tops ARIA singles chart
McRae's Australian chart debut marks one of her strongest international singles results to date.
Rockum · +4 outlets
Drake turns 40 with New York birthday bash, Backstreet Boys duet and $1M game show
The celebration drew wide coverage as Drake marked a milestone birthday with a star-studded event.
Billboard · +6 outlets
Jay-Z brings out Blue Ivy, John Legend, DJ Khaled and Scarface at SoFi Stadium night one
The Los Angeles shows mark Jay-Z's return to touring after a long live hiatus.
Billboard · +12 outlets
BTS' Swim surpasses 1 billion Spotify streams, first 2026 release to hit the mark
The milestone underscores BTS' continued streaming dominance even around group hiatuses and solo projects.
조선일보 · +12 outlets
Greta Van Fleet's Palace for the People debuts at No. 1, extending chart streak
The rock band's latest No. 1 continues its run of top-charting releases in the US.
Vermilion County First · +9 outlets
Cardi B releases Don't Chart track from Grand Theft Auto VI: The Album
The track ties a major pop star to the heavily anticipated GTA VI soundtrack rollout.
The Hype Magazine · +13 outlets
The Rolling Stones release Who You Callin' Crazy, new single featuring saxophonist Courtney Pine
The single adds to the band's recent run of new material and guest collaborations.
voz.us · +14 outlets
Babydoll becomes first Welsh artist to top UK singles chart in 15 years
The chart feat marks a notable first for Welsh artists on the UK singles tally.
BBC · +13 outlets
Sam Fender announces 2027 stadium tour with two Wembley nights
The stadium run marks a major step up in scale for the British singer-songwriter.
That Eric Alper · +14 outlets
Sienna Spiro expands sold-out My House Tour with 22 North American dates for 2027
The added dates follow sold-out shows and rising profile for the emerging artist.
That Eric Alper · +14 outlets
Hailee Steinfeld covers The Cars' Magic for Hexed movie, voices lead role
The cover pairs her music release with her starring voice role in the upcoming animated film.
Billboard · +6 outlets
Olivia Rodrigo gives Sienna Spiro her flowers at Montreal concert
The on-stage gesture drew fan attention as a co-sign between two prominent pop acts.
Billboard · +1 outlets
Don Toliver releases E85 video with Kali Uchis, featuring arrest and helicopter escape
The visual is part of the rollout for Toliver's recent project and features Kali Uchis.
That Eric Alper · +1 outlets
Alex Warren announces major UK and European outdoor shows for next summer
The outdoor run follows a breakout year for the singer.
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