Destiny’s Child reunited for a surprise medley during the final night of Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour in Las Vegas on Saturday (July 26). Michelle Williams and Kelly Rowland delighted the sold-out crowd at Allegiant Stadium by joining Beyoncé on stage to perform “Lose My Breath,” “Energy,” and their iconic 2001 No. 1 hit, “Bootylicious.” This marked the celebrated trio’s first joint performance since Beyoncé’s 2018 Coachella appearance. The brief but electrifying reunion came about 40 songs into the show, with Beyoncé making a short but impactful introduction, “Destiny’s Child, bitch.” Williams and Rowland even nailed the “mute challenge” portion of “Energy,” with Kelly teasing the audience by mouthing “shut up.” The night also featured other special appearances, including Shaboozey recreating his “Sweet Honey Buckin’” duet with Beyoncé, while Jay-Z joined his wife on her Grammy-winning hit “Crazy in Love,” and his 2001 track, “N—-s in Paris,” making the closing show on the Cowboy Carter Tour a memorable celebration of Beyoncé’s collaborative history. (Variety)

Chappell Roan's long-awaited new single, "The Subway," seems poised for release next week. Ads featuring the singer have popped up around New York City, along with a cryptic message, “Going through a break up? Get Bangs!” Roan appears in the promo shots sporting bangs, with a rat and cigarette in her hair, along with a bread clip that reads, “Best Before August 1,” which hints at a potential release date for the new track. Fans are speculating that a studio version of “The Subway” is finally set to drop, after Roan had previously performed the song at a series of major festivals throughout the summer of 2024, including its live debut at Governors Ball in New York. Roan was also seen shooting a music video around New York City earlier this month. (Rolling Stone)

NBC's hit singing competition show, The Voice, is set to see the reunion of former coaches Kelly Clarkson, John Legend, and Adam Levine for its upcoming 29th season. This comes as the network has also announced the coaches for Season 28, which include Michael Bublé, Snoop Dogg, Niall Horan, and Reba McEntire. Both seasons are being filmed concurrently, leading to the early announcement of the Season 29 coaches. The 29th season, dubbed "The Voice: Battle of Champions," will feature various format revamps, including a "Triple Turn Competition" and an "In-Season All-Star Competition" during the knockouts. Additionally, the semi-final and finale week will involve a new voting block comprised of super fans and past Voice artists. (Deadline)

A two-part documentary series titled, Taylor, is in the works, which explores Taylor Swift’s historic rise to pop superstardom. The project is directed by Guy King, and is set to premiere on Channel 4 in the U.K. “Taylor Swift is an unprecedentedly powerful 21st-century voice for women and young people,” King shared in a statement. “Under the microscope of social media since the earliest days of MySpace and Tumblr, she came of age during a new feminist wave. With her fame came controversy, which she so skillfully wrestled to the floor. We’re excited to tell her story.” The docuseries will feature “rare archive” content and insights from experts and fans, aiming to capture Swift's evolution into one of the most important, influential, and best-selling artists of the modern age. The series will be produced by Sandpaper Films, with Jessica Brady leading production. An official release date for Taylor has not yet been announced. (Rolling Stone)

Prince's acclaimed 1987 live concert film, Sign O' the Times, will make its IMAX debut in a limited global run beginning on August 29. Prince directed, scored, and starred in the movie, which featured his new backing band, including longtime collaborators Wendy Melvoin, Lisa Coleman, Sheila E., Dr. Fink, Bobby Z., and his duet partner Sheena Easton. They performed hit singles from the multi-platinum album, including "Sign O' the Times," "U Got the Look," and "I Could Never Take the Place of Your Man," which were all Top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Alongside the live performances, the movie also includes scripted scenes, which have all been “enhanced with IMAX’s precision surround sound audio, customized theatre geometry, and crystal-clear images, Prince’s virtuoso performance is set to mesmerize fans old and new in the most epic format available.” Sign O' the Times will screen for one week only, with special invite-only events planned in New York, Los Angeles, and Minneapolis in August. (Billboard)

During Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball tour stop in Las Vegas on Saturday night (July 19), the singer slipped and fell while performing “Vanish Into You.” Gaga was heading off stage along a corridor to go into the crowd when she fell, but she quickly got to her feet and recovered, continuing the song as fans cheered their support. Moments before her fall, Gaga helped steady a cameraman who also fell near the same spot that Gaga eventually went down. The incident didn't deter Gaga from delivering an electrifying performance during the final show of a sold-out three-night stand at Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena, which kicked off her highly-anticipated Mayhem Ball Tour. The more intimate run of arena shows – instead of the stadiums featured during 2022's Chromatica Ball tour –  is in support of Gaga’s chart-topping album, Mayhem, which was released back in March. The Mayhem Ball is next scheduled to stop in San Francisco, before heading to Los Angeles, Seattle, New York City, Miami, Toronto, and Chicago throughout the summer. (People)

Demi Lovato is currently putting the finishing touches on her ninth studio album, which is expected to be released later this year. “Over the past few years, Demi has found love, joy, and newfound confidence, making the choice to approach life with much more lightness and fun,” says a source close to the project. “She took this sentiment into the studio, which can be felt in every track on this celebratory dance-pop album.” The album is executive-produced by Zhone, known for his work with Kylie Minogue, Troye Sivan, and Kesha. “It’s been so inspiring working with Demi and experiencing her journey of continued leveling up,” Zhone says. “She is such a master in the studio. This album is about letting inhibitions go, and we had so much fun making this music! It really comes across throughout.” Lovato, who recently got married to Jordan Lutes, has been sharing teasers of her new song, “Fast,” on social media, giving fans their first taste of DL9. (Rolling Stone)

On Monday (July 21), Mariah Carey officially announced details of her 16th album, Here for It All, which is set to be released on September 26 via Gamma, the independent music company that she signed a multi-record deal with earlier this summer. The new project will serve as Carey’s long-awaited follow-up to 2018's Caution. The announcement was made via an Instagram video where Carey revealed the title, cover art, and release date for the upcoming album, while also teasing a brief snippet of the title track. Another recent social media clip featured Carey mixing up a sweet treat in the kitchen while singing along to her forthcoming single, "Sugar Sweet." Last month, Carey released the lead single from the project, “Type Dangerous,” along with a music video, with the track recently getting remixed by collaborators Busta Rhymes, Method Man, Redman, Big Sean, DJ Snake, and Luísa Sonza. (Rolling Stone)

During her Manchester concert on Saturday night (July 19), Billie Eilish revealed the exciting news that a 3D collaboration with Oscar-winning filmmaker James Cameron is in the works. The nine-time Grammy winner hinted at a mysterious project that required her to wear the same clothing across all four of her performances at Co-op Live, which Cameron also attended. “So you may have noticed that there are more cameras than usual in here,” Eilish told the crowd. “I’m working on something very, very special with somebody named James Cameron and it’s going to be in 3D. These four shows here in Manchester, you and me are part of a thing that I am making with him. He’s in this audience somewhere, just saying. So don’t mind that, and also I’ll probably be wearing this exact outfit for like four days in a row.” Eilish is in Manchester as part of her ongoing Hit Me Hard And Soft World Tour, which eventually concludes on November 23 in San Francisco. (Variety)

Nicki Minaj and SZA got into a heated feud on social media on Tuesday (July 15), with Minaj launching into a lengthy diatribe on X and her Stationhead channel where the Grammy-nominated rapper blasted the chart-topping R&B superstar. “Wait. Does Sza think she’s more successful than me? Lol yall catch me up pls,” Nicki wrote. “Sza if every song you’ve ever done vanished right now the music business wouldn’t even miss you.” SZA initially got involved in the online spat by responding to Nicki’s criticism of Top Dawg Entertainment president Terrence “Punch” Henderson by writing “Mercury retrograde .. don’t take the bait lol silly goose.” Minaj later responded, “Boo im an icon. You’re not. The end.” Regardless of the dispute, both artists have achieved significant success in their careers, with SZA’s SOS remaining in the Top Five of the Billboard 200 years after its 2022 release, and has spent 135 weeks on the chart, while Minaj holds the record for the most Billboard 200 No. 1 albums by a female rapper, and has scored 149 Billboard Hot 100 hits. (Billboard)

Ariana Grande took to Instagram on Wednesday (July 16) to assure fans that she isn’t quitting music to focus entirely on film. “Very silly of you all to assume that just because i have my hands full with many things that i plan to abandon singing & music!” Grande wrote alongside a video clip of her performing “Into You” at the 2024 Met Gala. “It is and has always been my lifeline. there will need to be room made for all of it. ” Grande explained that she is feeling “grateful and excited and inspired,” and is currently “finding a balance between many projects and endeavors i love, and doing it my own way… so i’m working on a plan to sing for you all next year. even if it’s just for a little.” Though Grande released her Grammy-nominated album Eternal Sunshine in 2024, she hasn’t toured since 2019's Sweetener World Tour. Grande is starring in the upcoming Wicked sequel, Wicked: For Good, which hits theaters on November 21. (Billboard)

At the FIFA Club World Cup Final between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday (July 13), Coldplay made a surprise appearance during the halftime show, which also featured performances by J Balvin, Tems, Doja Cat, and Emmanuel Kelly. The 15-minute set, presented by Global Citizen and curated by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, opened with J Balvin's "Mi Gente," followed by Tems performing "Love Me JeJe," and Balvin returning for "Reggaeton." Doja Cat performed "Woman" before Coldplay closed the show, with Chris Martin and Emmanuel Kelly duetting "A Sky Full of Stars." The performance aimed to raise $100 million for global education access, and took place on an innovative stage setup in the upper level of the stadium. “By building our platform high in the stands, we ensured that the newly installed natural grass remains untouched while delivering an unforgettable show that is designed to be time-efficient and visually stunning,” said Hugh Evans, CEO of Global Citizen. (Rolling Stone)

Rosé surprised fans at Blackpink's second sold-out concert at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Sunday night (July 13) by inviting Bruno Mars to join her on stage to perform their worldwide chart-topping duet, "Apt." Fan shot footage of the collaboration captured the musicians sporting matching jackets for the performance, which culminated in a confetti-filled dance party alongside Blackpink’s backup dancers. The K-Pop group are in the midst of their highly-anticipated Deadline reunion tour, performing a series of 18 stadium shows throughout the world, including upcoming stops in Chicago, Toronto, and New York throughout July, followed by a scheduled performance at Japan's Tokyo Dome in early 2026. Blackpink launched their tour last week at Seoul’s Goyang Stadium, where the group debuted a new song, “Jump,” with the show marking their first live performance together in nearly two years. (Rolling Stone)

Travis Scott and Cactus Jack released the highly-anticipated JACKBOYS 2 compilation album on Sunday (July 13) in honor of ‘713 Day,’ paying homage to the area code of Scott's hometown of Houston. The set serves as a sequel to Scott’s 2019 JACKBOYS project, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. Scott hyped the new collection with an Instagram post on Friday, with a promotional image boasting, “The Jack is back with 17 new tracks full of trunk rattling classics in the making. Hosted by Bun B of UGK.” JACKBOYS 2 features Scott alongside hip-hop stars like Sheck Wes, Don Toliver, GloRilla, 21 Savage, Kodak Black, Waka Flocka Flame, and more. Scott also offered fans various merchandise collections tied to the release, and CD/vinyl bundles featuring alternate cover art. This continues a busy year for Scott, who headlined Coachella in April, after scoring another No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 with “4×4” in February. The rap star also made a series of surprise appearances at high-profile WWE events. (Billboard)

During a recent appearance on the StageLeft podcast, Olivia Rodrigo's guitarist, Daisy Spencer, revealed that the singer generously paid for free therapy for her crew throughout the Guts Tour, as well as during their time off the road. Spencer expressed gratitude for the accessible and free therapy, emphasizing the impact it had on her mental health and well-being. “I have never had anything like that,” Spencer said. “And that reignited the importance of therapy to me because I had just kind of fallen off for so long, and then suddenly I had this free resource of incredible therapists. Honestly, that was one of the coolest things that has ever happened on tour.” Spencer detailed how Rodrigo's gesture allowed her to regularly access therapy and work through unprocessed trauma from her younger years, describing it as one of the best gifts one can receive. The act reflects a growing trend of artists openly discussing mental health struggles, with Rodrigo being a leading proponent of prioritizing mental well-being. (Billboard)

Singer Lewis Capaldi has partnered with BetterHelp to offer 734,000 hours of free virtual therapy to those in need. This initiative reflects Capaldi's personal experience with therapy and its importance in his life. The number of hours corresponds to the days Capaldi took off to focus on his mental health following a challenging performance at the 2023 Glastonbury Festival. Capaldi expressed his ongoing commitment to therapy and his desire to give back to his fans who have supported him. The offer includes a free month of therapy for new users of BetterHelp until December 31, 2025. (Billboard)

Alex Warren’s “Ordinary” tops the Billboard Hot 100 once again, as his first career leader on the chart scores a fifth total week at No. 1. Meanwhile, Morgan Wallen notches his fifth week in 2025 with at least three songs simultaneously charting in the Hot 100’s Top Five, as “What I Want,” featuring Tate McRae, remains at No. 2, “Just in Case” rises one spot to No. 3, and “I’m the Problem” holds at No. 5. Wallen ties Kendrick Lamar for the most weeks with three or more concurrent Top Five hits in a single year among solo artists, with Lamar also posting three such weeks this year. Among all acts, only the Beatles have more such frames with eight, achieved during their historic breakthrough year of 1964.

Kelly Clarkson postponed her Las Vegas residency hours before the opening night due to vocal damage she suffered from rehearsals. In an Instagram post on Friday (July 4), the three-time Grammy-winning singer wrote: “I am devastated to have to postpone tonight and tomorrow’s opening at Caesars. The prep and rehearsals have taken a toll on my voice. I want the shows to be perfect for y’all and I need to protect myself from doing serious damage so I am taking this weekend and next week to rest up so that we can deliver what you all deserve.” Clarkson is aiming to officially kick off her Studio Sessions residency with scheduled shows on July 11-12 at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. The performances are slated to run every Friday and Saturday through August 16, with encore dates scheduled for November. Rescheduled dates for the postponed shows have not yet been announced. (Rolling Stone)

On Saturday (July 5), it was revealed that Ed Sheeran's Grammy-winning 2017 single, "Shape of You," has topped Apple Music's list of the 500 Most-Streamed Songs of the Decade. The British pop superstar’s smash hit – which topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for 12 weeks – surpassed The Weeknd's "Blinding Lights" (which came in at No. 2 on Apple’s list) and Drake's "God's Plan" (No. 3). The Top 10 is rounded out by popular tracks by Post Malone (“Sunflower” and “Rockstar”), Drake (“One Chance”), Travis Scott (“Sicko Mode”), Sheeran (“Perfect”), Chris Brown (“No Guidance”), and Billie Eilish (“Bad Guy”), in that order. Drake has the most songs in the Top 500 with 27, followed by Taylor Swift with 14. Apple released their list to celebrate the streaming service’s 10-year anniversary. “No one can take away the song,” Sheeran reflected to Zane Lowe in an interview surrounding the announcement. “I’ll be able to play it forever … I’m just grateful that I have songs like that, that you could be anywhere in the world and someone gives you a guitar and you can make someone happy with it.” (Billboard)

Oasis made a triumphant return at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on Friday night (July 4), as long-feuding brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher took the stage with their arms around each other before performing their first concert together in 16 years. Noel, 58, and Liam, 52, were joined by guitarists Gem Archer and Paul “Bonehead” Arthurs, bassist Andy Bell, and drummer Joey Waronker for the first show of Oasis’ highly-anticipated Live 25 reunion tour. The two-hour, 23-song set found the Britpop legends in fine form, delivering anthems like “Live Forever” and “Rock ‘n’ Roll Star” that thrilled the capacity crowd of 74,500 rabid Oasis fans from throughout the world, closing the encore with a trio of massive hits, “Don’t Look Back In Anger,” “Wonderwall,” and “Champagne Supernova.”

On Wednesday (June 2), Sean “Diddy” Combs was found guilty of two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, potentially facing up to 20 years in prison, while being found not guilty of the more serious charges of sex trafficking and racketeering. The split verdict prompted a jubilant reaction from Combs, who pumped his fist and mouthed “thank you” to the jurors. Members of his family shed tears of relief following the verdict, and they were shown leaving the courthouse amidst chants of “Freedom!” Following the gruelling eight-week trial, the defense advocated for Combs to be released on a $1 million bond before his sentencing date on the prostitution charges, while prosecutors felt he should continue to be held due to the severity of the conviction. The judge later ruled that Combs will remain in jail until his sentencing (with the date yet to be determined), citing his history of domestic violence. (Variety)

During Green Day’s performance in Luxembourg on Monday night (June 30), the punk legends invited a fan on stage to play their 5x-platinum 1997 hit, "Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)." The young man surprised the band and everyone in the crowd by playing Oasis' "Wonderwall" instead. Frontman Billie Joe Armstrong, realizing the switch, promptly snatched his guitar back from the fan, who was quickly ushered off the stage. “Nice try, nice try,” Armstrong said, before he launched into “Good Riddance” on his own. This incident is one of a few minor hiccups during Green Day's summer European tour, following an earlier incident where Armstrong had to pause the set to admonish a fan who was repeatedly spraying the singer with a water gun. Green Day have a few more gigs left in Europe, followed by a series of scheduled shows in North and South America through September. (Rolling Stone)

In their first collective WeVerse stream in almost three years, BTS confirmed their reunion and shared plans for a new group album and world tour in 2026. “We’ll be releasing a new BTS album in the spring of next year. Starting in July, all seven of us will begin working closely together on new music,” BTS shared. “Since it will be a group album, it will reflect each member’s thoughts and ideas. We’re also planning a world tour alongside the new album. We’ll be visiting fans all around the world, so we hope you’re as excited as we are.” This announcement comes after a lengthy hiatus that allowed members to fulfill their mandatory military service in South Korea and pursue solo projects. In addition to the reunion news, BTS’ record label Big Hit announced on Monday (June 30) that the first-ever live album from the K-pop group is arriving on July 18. Permission to Dance On Stage — Live will feature live performances of their hits, including Billboard Hot 100 chart-toppers “Dynamite” and “Butter,” recorded on BTS’ 2021-2022 Permission to Dance On Stage Tour. (Rolling Stone)

LL Cool J delves into the birth and evolution of rap in New York City in the new trailer for the upcoming docuseries, Hip-Hop Was Born Here. The five-part show features interviews with rap luminaries such as Method Man, Grandmaster Caz, Roxanne Shante, and Big Daddy Kane, while providing a historical and musical tour of the five boroughs, showcasing how the city shaped the genre. The trailer features LL visiting the birthplace of hip-hop, with the rap legend making a pilgrimage to the Bronx park where DJ Kool Herc set up his equipment and threw his groundbreaking first parties. Other NYC-centric stories will be featured in each episode, while also exploring the global impact of rap music. Hip-Hop Was Born Here will premiere on July 22 on Paramount+, with the docuseries hosted, executive produced, and co-created by LL Cool J, in collaboration with NFL Hall of Famer Peyton Manning. (Rolling Stone)

Good Charlotte debuted their brand new single, "Rejects," the band's first new song in five years. The track is the lead offering from their upcoming album, Motel Du Cap, which is set for release on August 8. This marks their first new studio record in seven years, following 2018’s Generation Rx. Joel and Benji Madden co-wrote “Rejects” with Jordan Fish (ex-Bring Me the Horizon) and Zakk Cervini, who also co-produced the track. The song is also accompanied by a claymation music video directed by Erik Rojas and Lenna Onto. “I don’t even think “Rejects” is necessarily the most obvious single type song, but it’s the one we feel like people should hear first,” says Joel Madden. “We think it’s a really great start and a representation of the record and the music.” To celebrate the release, Good Charlotte performed "Rejects" on Jimmy Kimmel Live on Wednesday (June 25), and they will also appear on Good Morning America’s Summer Concert Series in New York City on August 8. (Consequence of Sound)

Coldplay's 2000 song, "Sparks," is making its surprising debut on the Billboard Hot 100 chart this week. The track jumps all the way up to No. 93 due to a viral sensation on TikTok, 25 years after its original release on the British band’s 9x-platinum, Grammy-winning debut album, Parachutes. The social media resurgence was triggered by frontman Chris Martin's emotional performance of the track during a recent concert at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium on June 6 and 7, following his public breakup with actress Dakota Johnson. “Sparks” has never officially been released as a single, but it continues to be a fan favorite, with the song soundtracking more than 500,000 clips on TikTok as of late. “Sparks” earns Coldplay their 27th career entry on the Hot 100, and first chart appearance since 2024’s “We Pray,” featuring Little Simz, Burna Boy, Elyanna, and Tini. The renewed interest in "Sparks" has also caused Parachutes to surge back onto the Billboard 200 chart at No. 169. (Billboard)

On Saturday (June 21), lifelong Dodgers fan Ice Cube was honored with his very own bobblehead day during a game at Dodgers Stadium. Despite the home team’s loss to the Washington Nationals, the event drew a record-breaking attendance of 54,154 fans, surpassing the previous attendance record for the 2025 season. The bobblehead features the hip-hop legend sporting a matching Dodgers jersey and jacket with the team’s branding. In addition to the limited-edition collectible, an Ice Cube-themed drone show was organized by the Dodgers to honor the rapper. While Ice Cube couldn’t attend the event himself, TMZ caught up with the N.W.A.-alum at the airport. “It felt great,” Cube said of the bobblehead tribute. “Amazing — something I never expected to have. Sorry I can’t be there.” Cube performed before Game 2 of the 2024 World Series, with the Dodgers ultimately winning the championship against the Yankees, and he brought the World Series trophy into the stadium during opening day of the 2025 season. (Billboard)

Taylor Swift made a surprise appearance at a benefit concert in Nashville on Tuesday night (June 24), with the music superstar performing "Shake It Off" on an acoustic guitar at the 1,200 capacity Brooklyn Bowl. The impromptu performance took place at the end of Kane Brown's set, stunning the audience and delighting fans who had gathered for the 'Tight Ends & Friends' charity event, which was hosted by Swift's boyfriend, Travis Kelce. Swift used a guitar she borrowed from Chase Rice, who performed earlier that evening, playing a stripped-down version of her lead single from her Grammy-winning album, 1989. She took a moment mid-song to praise Brown’s contribution to her performance, “Honestly, have you ever seen a tambourine played like this? This is fantastic work over here by Mr. Kane Brown.” Brown later shared a photo of him with Swift and Kelce on Instagram, joking in the caption, “When you think you’re the special guest BUT you’re not 😂.” This impromptu performance marks Swift's first live appearance since The Eras Tour wrapped up in December. (Variety) 

U2 guitarist The Edge, who has lived in Ireland for over six decades, was officially granted Irish citizenship on Monday (June 23). The Edge was bornDavid Howell Evansin Essex, England to Welsh parents, though he was raised in Ireland. “I guess, you know, I’m a little tardy with the paper work,” joked the 63-year-old musician, who added, “I’ve been living in Ireland now since I was one year old. But the time is right. And I couldn’t be more proud of my country for all that it represents and all that it is doing.” The Edge shared his citizenship ceremony with thousands of others, which the rock icon described as “a monumental day for all of us.” The Edge praised Ireland for “showing real leadership right now in the world, and it couldn’t come at a better moment for me, so I am just so happy to be at this point to be in even deeper connection with my homeland.” (Rolling Stone)

Brandy and Monica just announced that they are launching their first-ever co-headlining The Boy Is Mine Tour, with special guests Kelly Rowland, Muni Long, and American Idol winner Jamal Roberts. The 24-date arena tour kicks off in Cincinnati on October 16, and includes stops in Atlanta, Los Angeles, and Brooklyn, before concluding in Houston on December 7. The tour is named after their iconic 1998 duet, “The Boy Is Mine,” which topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for 13 weeks, earning them a Grammy Award for Best R&B Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group. In 2024, Brandy and Monica teamed up with Ariana Grande for “The Boy Is Mine (Remix),” which scored them a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.“This really is a full-circle moment,” Brandy said in a statement. “To share the stage all these years later is bigger than a reunion—it’s a celebration of growth, sisterhood, and the love our fans have given us from day one.” Presale for the tour begins on Thursday (June 26), with general on-sale starting Friday (June 27). (Variety)

On Monday (June 23), Maroon 5 announced the details of their upcoming eighth studio album, Love Is Like, which is set to be released on August 15 via Interscope. The band also revealed that the record will be accompanied by a 23-date U.S. arena tour, which kicks-off on July 11 in Endicott, N.Y., hitting major music markets like Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Nashville, Houston, Chicago, and New York City, before finishing up on November 25 in Detroit. Claire Rosinkranz will be the opening act for the entire tour. A fan club presale begins on June 25, with general onsale starting on June 27. The band also dropped their latest single, “All Night,” on Monday, with a music video arriving on Thursday (June 26). While the official tracklist for Love Is Like hasn’t been shared yet, it will include the new single as well as the recent collaboration with Lisa of BLACKPINK, “Priceless,” which debuted at No. 76 on the Billboard Hot 100. (Billboard)

Seven years after her Grammy-winning debut album Invasion Of Your Privacy, Cardi B has announced the upcoming release of her highly-anticipated sophomore record. The rapper revealed that her new album Am I The Drama? will arrive on September 19th. Cardi shared the album cover on social media, which depicts her posing amid a flock of crows. In an Instagram post, Cardi expressed her eagerness for the album's release, saying "The time is here. The time is now." She recently informed fans that she had delivered the completed album to her label. Last week, Cardi premiered the new single "Outside" during a performance at the Cannes Lions festival, which includes references to her ex-husband Offset and her current partner, New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs. The album's release comes after Cardi has dropped numerous singles and guest features over the past several years. (Variety)

On Friday (June 20), Chris Brown pleaded not guilty to a charge of grievous bodily harm with intent in a London courthouse. The singer is accused of attacking music producer Amadou “Abe” Diaw with a tequila bottle in a nightclub in 2023. Brown is also facing two additional charges – for assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and another for carrying an offensive weapon –  with his trial scheduled for October 2026 after a follow-up hearing on July 11. Released on $6.7 million bail after a brief jail stint in Manchester back in May, Brown has since resumed his summer world tour, which began with a series of U.K. and European dates, and is scheduled to arrive in North America in late July. Rapper HoodyBaby, Brown’s longtime friend and collaborator, was also charged in connection to the incident, and pleaded not guilty to the assault charge against him on Friday. (Rolling Stone)

On Tuesday (June 17), Addison Rae announced the dates and details of her first headlining world tour, The Addison Tour. The 24-date jaunt features scheduled stops throughout the U.K., Europe, North America, and Australia, to showcase the pop star’s debut album, Addison, which debuted at No. 4 on this week’s Billboard 200 chart. “THE ADDISON TOUR IS REALLY REAL!!!!!!,” Rae wrote in the caption of her tour annoucement. “I can’t believe I get to sing and dance for you (and with you) this Fall. Are you coming? 🎀🌷🍭💕⚖️💎” The Addison Tour kicks off in Dublin on August 26, and hits major cities like London, Paris, and Berlin. The North American leg begins on September 22 in Austin, Texas, and finishes on October 19 in Los Angeles, while hitting Nashville, Atlanta, Brooklyn, Toronto, and Chicago along the way. General ticket sales start on Friday (June 20), with an artist presale beginning on Wednesday (June 18). (Rolling Stone) 

On Monday (June 16), Good Charlotte revealed that they are finally releasing their long-awaited eighth album, titled Motel Du Cap, on August 8. The band shared the news with a mysterious billboard on Melrose Ave in Los Angeles that featured a picture of the band along with the album title and date, with no other information provided. This marks the band’s first full-length album since 2018’s Generation Rx, and follows the release of their most recent single, "Last December," in 2020. Since then, band leaders and brothers Joel and Benji Madden have focused on various business ventures outside of music, including the livestream platform Veeps, Joel’s Artist Friendly podcast, and an artist management company called MDDN. In May, Good Charlotte reunited at Welcome to Rockville for their first show since 2023, where Benji told the crowd, “We got a record coming out in August, we’ll be on tour.” The band have a series of upcoming festival appearances scheduled, including Ocean’s Calling and Aftershock. (Rolling Stone)

On Monday (June 16), New Wave icons the B-52’s and Devo announced that they are set to  embark on the co-headlining Cosmic De-Evolution Tour this fall. The 11-date run kicks off on September 24 in Toronto, and concludes on November 2 in Houston, while hitting Mansfield, Massachusetts, Los Angeles, Charlotte, and Austin, Texas along the way, with Lene Lovich serving as the opening act for all dates. “When both of our bands performed at the recent SNL 50 concert at Radio City, we started talking and agreed we had to do these shows,” the B-52’s Cindy Wilson said. “Believe or not, we’ve never done more than a festival or two together in all this time. This will be amazing and I can’t wait for The B-52s to share these stages with Devo!” Tickets for the tour go on sale to the public on Friday (June 20), with pre-sales beginning on Monday (June 16). (Rolling Stone)

Sabrina Carpenter’s “Manchild” premieres at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking the Grammy-winning pop star’s second chart-topper and her fourth Top 10 hit of her career, while becoming her first single to debut atop the chart. Carpenter’s “Please Please Please” spent one week at No. 1 in June 2024, after debuting at No. 2. Carpenter co-produced “Manchild” with Jack Antonoff and co-wrote it with Antonoff and Amy Allen. The rest of the Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 is rounded out by Alex Warren’s previous chart-topper, “Ordinary,” which drops a spot to No. 2, Morgan Wallen’s “What I Want,” featuring Tate McRae, dips one slot to No. 3 , while the country superstar's “Just in Case” falls one place to No. 4, and the title track to his No. 1 album, “I’m the Problem,” slides down a spot to No. 6. Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s “Luther” drops a spot to No. 5, Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” falls one slot to No. 7, Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ “Die With a Smile” dips one place to No. 8, Teddy Swims’ “Lose Control” slips one spot to No. 9, and Benson Boone’s “Beautiful Things” falls one slot to No. 10. (Billboard)

On Friday (June 13), the Jonas Brothers announced the cancellation of six upcoming stadium concerts, opting to downscale their Jonas20: Living the Dream Tour to smaller venues on the same dates. Fans will need to purchase new tickets for the revised shows, but those who had tickets to the canceled concerts will receive immediate refunds, as well as priority pre-sale access to the new shows. The band's August 12 show at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., will now be at Jiffy Lube Live, while their August 14 gig at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia has been moved to the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion. Their August 26 concert at Wrigley Field in Chicago will instead take place at the Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre in the suburb of Tinley Park, while their August 28 show at Comerica Park in Detroit will now happen at Little Caesars Arena. Their August 31 show at Globe Life Field in Dallas will now be held in the Dos Equis Pavilion, and their September 6 concert at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles will now take place at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood. (Entertainment Weekly)

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)