- May 3, 2026
New Music Highlights: Kacey Musgraves, James Blake, Kim Gordon, and More
Discover this week's top new music: Kacey Musgraves' bold "Dry Spell," James Blake's orchestral finale, Kim Gordon's grunge-trap fusion, and more.
- May 3, 2026
Gracie Abrams Reveals Release Date for New Single Hit the Wall in May
Gracie Abrams announces new single "Hit the Wall," out May 14, with fiery artwork and hints at her third studio album, DFH.
- May 3, 2026
How Derek Trucks Came to Play Jerry Garcia’s Legendary Tiger Guitar
Experience the night the Grateful Dead debuted 'Althea' and Jerry Garcia's legendary custom guitar, Tiger, at the 1979 Oakland show.
- May 3, 2026
Junior H Commands SXSW with Emotional Depth and Bold $ad Boy Energy
Experience Junior H’s melancholy swagger live at SXSW 2026, as he opens with “En Dónde Estás” at Moody Amphitheater in a captivating Billboard The St...
- May 3, 2026
Ice Spice Turns Viral McDonald’s Fight Into Wendy’s Spicy Chicken Ad Deal
Ice Spice turns a viral McDonald's fight into a Wendy's ad deal, sparking debate over whether the brawl was staged.
- May 3, 2026
Rick Ross Joins African Music Icons in Lusaka for Royal Networking Event
Rick Ross lands in Lusaka for the Royal Networking Event at Ciela Resort, joining Davido, Koffi Olomide & Cindy Le Cœur for a historic night of music and in...
- May 3, 2026
Morgan Wallen Calls Out Celebs Who Flaked on Vegas Walkout Moment
Morgan Wallen calls out flaky celebrities for bailing on his Las Vegas concert walkout at the last minute.
- May 3, 2026
Teyana Taylor Overcomes Billboard Teleprompter Fail with Powerful Speech
Teyana Taylor faces a teleprompter disaster at Billboard Women in Music, then delivers an unforgettable comeback.
- May 3, 2026
Ambitious Pop Albums Demand Deeper Listening From Today's Audiences
British singer-songwriter Raye’s second album, *This Music May Contain Hope*, is a cinematic 17-track journey through despair, self-criticism, and resilience.
- May 3, 2026
DMC and Public Enemy Members Unite to Form Political Hip-Hop Supergroup FREEDOM
DMC and Public Enemy members form supergroup FREEDOM, releasing politically charged debut single "I'm On Your Side" on May 15.
- May 3, 2026
North West Shakes Music Scene With Emo Metal Debut EP at Age 12
North West, 12, shocks the music world with debut EP N0rth4evr—a bold blend of metal, punk, and rap that defies expectations.
- May 3, 2026
Edgar Barrera and Jonas Cuaron Discuss Campeón Gabacho at SXSW 2026
At SXSW 2026, Edgar Barrera & Jonas Cuaron discuss Campeón Gabacho, a film weaving Mexican immigration through music, boxing & resilience.
- May 3, 2026
New Country Hits From Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson, and Rising Stars in 2025
This week’s new country music drops include Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson, Bailey Zimmerman, and more—blending superstars, breakouts, and heartfelt returns.
- May 3, 2026
NOFX’s Eric Melvin Denies Lawsuit Claims Against Fat Mike Amid Documentary Launch
NOFX guitarist Eric Melvin denies suing bandmate Fat Mike ahead of SXSW documentary premiere, clarifying no lawsuit was ever filed.
- May 3, 2026
Carín León's La Cura Fest Debuts with Alejandro Sanz, Grupo Frontera & More
Carín León’s La Cura Fest debuted in Hermosillo, drawing 70,000 fans with a star-studded lineup blending regional Mexican, country, and pop.
- May 3, 2026
Ex-Kiss Guitarist Asks $2 Million for New Album Guitarmageddon Release
Former KISS guitarist Vinnie Vincent finishes first album in 30 years, 'Guitarmageddon'—but fans must pay $2 million to own the full release.
- May 3, 2026
Stefon Diggs Joins a Smiling Cardi B Backstage on Tour
Stefon Diggs and Cardi B reunite backstage during her Little Miss Drama Tour, sharing smiles and good vibes months after their breakup.
- May 3, 2026
Highlights from Rosalía’s Ambitious Lux Tour Launch in Lyon
Rosalía kicks off her massive Lux Tour in Lyon with a stunning 4-act spectacle, dazzling 13,700 fans in her biggest production yet.
- May 2, 2026
Harry Styles Sets Vinyl Sales Records with New Album
Harry Styles breaks his own vinyl record with 186,000 sales of *Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.*, debuting at No. 1 across multiple charts.
- May 2, 2026
Lion King Chant Creator Sues Comedian for Misleading Viral Podcast Remarks
Lebo M sues comedian Learnmore Jonasi over viral podcast clip mocking The Lion King chant's meaning, calling it royal praise poetry.