On Thursday (June 12), Twenty One Pilots announced the dates and details of The Clancy Tour: Breach 2025. The 21-date North American tour is in support of their upcoming album, Breach, which is set to be released in September via their longtime record label, Fueled by Ramen. The jaunt begins in the Grammy-winning duo’s home state of Ohio, with a show in Cincinnati on September 18, then hits cities like Toronto, Milwaukee, Tampa, and Dallas, before concluding in Los Angeles on October 25. “We are getting back on the road for one more trip around North America,” the band wrote alongside their video tour announcement on Instagram. An artist pre-sale begins on Tuesday (June 17), with on-sale for the general public starting on Friday (June 20). Twenty One Pilots also just shared the lead single from the album, “The Contract,” along with a Frédéric De Pontcharra-directed music video that continues the narrative explored on their previous albums. (Consequence of Sound)

On Wednesday afternoon (June 11), Fat Joe and Jadakiss hosted a Father’s Day luncheon at Sei Less NYC for 70 fathers and their families affected by the criminal justice system. The event featured heartfelt discussions led by the co-hosts of The Joe & Jada podcast, with some fathers even taking the opportunity to share their own music with the hip-hop veterans. The event emphasized the importance of fatherhood and the need for incarcerated individuals to be supported in their re-entry journey back into society as well as their families. “Just hitting that switch to let them know that they can come back and get right due to whatever hardships they went through,” Jadakiss said. “There’s some hope now when you come back to get readjusted. Hopefully change your financial situation.” The event was organized in collaboration with Sei Less co-founder Dara Mirjahangiry and the REFORM Alliance, aiming to bring joy and support to these families ahead of Father’s Day. (Billboard)

In a new interview with British Vogue, Dua Lipa revealed that she is engaged to actor Callum Turner, confirming rumors that have circulated since the pop superstar sported a diamond ring during the 2024 holiday season. “Yeah, we’re engaged. It’s very exciting,” Lipa disclosed. “This decision to grow old together, to see a life and just, I don’t know, be best friends forever – it’s a really special feeling.” Turner got some ring design advice from Dua’s sister, Rina. “I’m obsessed with it,” Lipa enthused about the custom-made diamond ring. “It’s so me. It’s nice to know the person that you’re going to spend the rest of your life with knows you very well.” Lipa shared that they are not in a rush to plan the wedding, as she is currently on her Radical Optimism World Tour and Turner is busy shooting a movie. Lipa will perform in Belgium on Friday (June 13), before a two-night stand at London’s Wembley Stadium London on June 20-21. (Billboard)

On Wednesday (June 11), Sabrina Carpenter surprised fans with the news of her upcoming seventh album, Man’s Best Friend, which is set for release on August 29 via Island Records. “I can’t wait for it to be yours x,” Carpenter captioned her post on Instagram, which also featured the provocative cover art for her forthcoming project. The anticipated follow-up to the chart-topping, Grammy-nominated, Short n’ Sweet, will feature Carpenter’s new single, "Manchild," which has already achieved massive success by reaching Number One on Spotify’s U.S. chart. Carpenter gave “Manchild” its live debut at Primavera Sound over the weekend, saying of the track: “It sounds like the song embodiment of a loving eye roll, and it feels like a never ending road trip in the summer!” Carpenter's summer is filled with a series of high-profile outdoor shows and music festivals, including headlining performances at London’s Hyde Park, Lollapalooza, and Austin City Limits. (Rolling Stone)

On Monday (June 9), Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and Three 6 Mafia announced the dates and details of their joint 2025 Thuggish-Ruggish-Mafia Tour of North America. The 24-date run will hit amphitheaters throughout the U.S. and Canada this summer and fall, and will feature special guest opening acts Tech N9ne and DJ Quik. The tour starts on August 21 in Rogers, Arkansas, stopping in cities including St. Louis, New York, Nashville, Dallas, and Houston, before concluding in Concord, California on October 4. All five members of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony – Bizzy Bone, Wish Bone, Layzie Bone, Krayzie Bone, and Flesh-n-Bone – will take part in the tour, which celebrates the 30th anniversary of the rap group’s landmark 1995 album, E. 1999 Eternal. “We couldn’t have made it without YOU — so this tour is a celebration for ALL of us! 🎉,” the Cleveland hip-hop crew wrote on Instagram. Bone Thugs-N-Harmony announced their reunion with a comeback single, "Aww Sh*t," in April, marking their first full collaboration since 2010. (Billboard)

Just after midnight on Saturday (June 7), Macklemore's Seattle home was burglarized by intruders who bear-sprayed his nanny. The thieves stole thousands of dollars worth of jewelry, shoes, and luxury watches, all while the Grammy-winning rapper’s three children were sleeping inside the home. The burglars entered through a patio door and maced the nanny who was caring for the children and stole her phone, but she eventually bit one of the criminals and managed to escape to seek help from neighbors and call 911. Police eventually arrived at the scene after the burglars – whose identities were hidden behind face masks, gloves and tactical vests – fled the home. Authorities safely brought Macklemore’s kids, who were unharmed, to the care of another family member. Macklemore was performing in Ireland at the time of the robbery, and has not released an official statement about the incident as of yet. (Billboard)

Nick Jonas has been cast to play Paul Stanley in the long-anticipated KISS biopic, Shout It Out Loud. In an unexpected casting, Jonas will put on the iconic Starchild makeup, play the guitar, and lend his own vocals to KISS classics in the authorized film co-produced by Stanley and Gene Simmons. The biopic is set to depict the first four years of KISS, and will be directed by McG. While the role of Simmons is yet to be filled, a screenplay draft by Darren Lemke is already finished. Despite his substantial departure from KISS' musical style, Jonas' diverse acting career includes roles in Disney films, Broadway performances, and multiple Hollywood movies, including a co-starring role in the upcoming Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon rom-com, You’re Cordially Invited. In addition to his acting responsibilities, Nick and his siblings are set to kick off the Jonas Brothers' 20th anniversary Living the Dream Tour on August 10 in their native New Jersey. (Rolling Stone)

The new documentary, Boy George & Culture Club, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on Thursday (June 5). The film delves into the iconic Eighties band's rise and fall, including the doomed romance between singer Boy George and Culture Club drummer Jon Moss. The doc is directed by Alison Ellwood, who has worked on movies about the Eagles, the Go-Go’s, and Cyndi Lauper in recent years. The film explores the band’s lasting cultural impact as well as the intense love affair that inspired their enduring U.K. No. 1 hit, "Do You Really Want to Hurt Me," and ultimately played a major role in the band's dissolution. “I was most surprised by how forthcoming George, Jon, Mikey [Craig, bassist], and Roy [Hay, guitarist/keyboardist] were in telling their story,” Ellwood says. “Their powerful testimony takes us on a very personal and immersive journey, with each member experiencing the trials and tribulations of fame and success.” Boy George & Culture Club will premiere on Netflix sometime this fall. (Rolling Stone)

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On Tuesday (June 3), Jessie J revealed in a candid Instagram Reel that she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, and wanted to share the news directly with her fans and supporters. “Before ‘No Secrets’ came out, I was diagnosed with early breast cancer,” said the British singer-songwriter, referring to her new track released in April on her own label, Jessie J Records. “I’m highlighting the word ‘early,'” she continued. “Cancer sucks in any form, but I’m holding on to the word early. I have been in and out of tests throughout this whole period.” Jessie emphasized the importance of early detection, while expressing gratitude for the support she has received throughout this challenging time. The singer has a high-profile festival appearance scheduled at Wembley Stadium in London on June 15, and will then take some time off to focus on her health. “I am going to disappear for a bit after Summertime Ball to have my surgery,” Jesse shared, before joking, “I will come back with massive t*ts and more music.” (Rolling Stone)

On Wednesday (June 4), Morten Harket, the frontman of A-ha, publicly disclosed that he has recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The 65-year-old vocalist stated that his recent struggles with his health have impacted his ability to sing, and that he has undergone advanced brain surgery to help manage his symptoms. "I’ve got no problem accepting the diagnosis,” Harket said, while revealing that “it’s a difficult balancing act between taking the medication and managing its side effects.” The Norwegian synth-pop band rose to prominence with their 1985 debut album, Hunting High and Low, which reached No. 2 in the UK and No. 15 on the Billboard album chart, on the strength of the International chart-topping single, "Take On Me," which earned the group a Grammy Award nomination for Best New Artist. While Harket is receiving medical treatment, he tells fans “don’t worry about me” while encouraging them to "spend your energy and effort addressing real problems, and know that I am being taken care of.” (People)

Steve Perry has revealed that he is auctioning off items from his personal archives to support victims of the recent California wildfires through the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund. Teaming up with Darkives Collectibles – a new archival memorabilia platform from George Harrison’s son Dhani and Dark Horse Records – Perry's auction features over 50 items, including handwritten Journey lyrics, platinum records, and vintage merchandise. The auction will run until June 13, with all proceeds going towards providing aid to those affected by the Los Angeles fires. “I’m excited to open up my personal archives and give fans who have supported me through the years a chance to own a piece of my musical journey,” the 76-year-old Perry said in a statement. “Most importantly, all the proceeds from this archive sale will go to support victims of the Los Angeles fires with the help of Sweet Relief Musicians Fund. Let’s help make a difference together.” (Rolling Stone)

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Seven long years since their latest studio offering, North German power metal collective MOB RULES returns with their eagerly awaited new album, entitled “Rise Of The Ruler”, that is slated for a release on August 22nd via ROAR. The follow-up to 2018's successful album “Beast Reborn” (which reached a sensational #37 in the German and #59 in the Swiss album charts) is not only a work brimming with creativity, wit and quality, but also the conceptual continuation of their two early albums “Savage Land” (1999) and “Temple Of Two Suns” (2000), with which MOB RULES laid the foundation for their career. Both albums are linked by an exciting concept story about life in a dystopian, hostile end-time world in which resources are becoming scarce. This is exactly where the band's new offering “Rise Of The Ruler” comes in and keyboardist Jan Christian Halfbrodt (who is responsible for all the lyrics) continues the thread. After previously-released songs, “Back To Savage Land” and "Future Loom", today, MOB RULES are  premiering an epic video clip for their new single “Trial and Trail of Fear"!  "The song 'Trial and Trail of Fear' is based on lumbering heavy metal riffs and creates an epic atmosphere," comments singer Klaus Dirks. "Lyrically, it deals with a scenario that many can relate to: one knows the feeling of diving headfirst into a new challenge, only to feel completely overwhelmed and fighting with all one's might to keep going."

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DUSTIN DOUGLAS & THE ELECTRIC GENTLEMEN’s fourth album IV (June 6, via MoMojo Records) is out now as the supercharged, dirty blues-influenced rockers gear up for summer tour dates launching this Wednesday, June 11 (see the itinerary below). 

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Black Sabbath's final all-star concert at Villa Park in Birmingham, England on July 5 will now be available to stream worldwide for $29.99. Fans can also purchase a livestream ticket bundled with a collectible T-shirt for $64.98, with the livestream set to be delayed two hours behind the actual show start time in the UK. It will begin at 10 a.m. ET / 7 a.m. PT on July 5th, and will also be available on replay for 48 hours after its start time. The historic event, dubbed Back to the Beginning, will include a solo set by Ozzy Osbourne, alongside a performance by the reunited Sabbath lineup featuring Ozzy, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward. The rest of the stacked lineup includes Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Tool, Slayer, Pantera, Alice in Chains, Anthrax, and many more. Ozzy is training his voice and his body in order to be ready for the upcoming show despite battling numerous health issues, saying that he’s having his “blood pressure taken 15 times a day,” while promising, “All I can say is I’m giving 120 percent.” (Consequence of Sound)

On Wednesday, the reunited Alice Cooper Group released a music video for “Wild Ones,” the latest single from their upcoming album, The Revenge of Alice Cooper, which is set to be released on July 25. The song and video draws inspiration from the rebellious spirit of Marlon Brando’s 1953 film, The Wild One, with the band – featuring surviving original members of Cooper’s classic lineup from his celebrated 70s albums – shown recording the rousing track in the studio together. The 14-song record will also feature a posthumous appearance by original guitarist Glen Buxton, who died in 1997, via the previously unreleased song, “What Happened to You.” While a box set edition will include a rediscovered 1970 version of “Return of the Spiders,” which was remixed by producer Bob Ezrin. This fall, Cooper will hit the road for a 22-date co-headlining tour of North America with Judas Priest. (Rolling Stone)

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