{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67cf07a2de20851680b82124/68935f1bb84a51f5121fb785?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Daily Music Headlines August 6, 2025","description":"<p>BTS denies involvement in a rumored Michael Jackson tribute album. A report claimed they recorded at Grouse Lodge Studios, but BTS says they never visited the studio or worked on the project. <a href=\"https://deadline.com/2025/08/bts-deny-michael-jackson-tribute-album-recording-1236478802/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">More</a></p><p>Lady Gaga leads 2025 MTV VMAs with 12 nominations, followed by Bruno Mars (11). Other top contenders include Kendrick Lamar, ROSÉ, and Sabrina Carpenter. Airs Sept 7 on CBS. <a href=\"https://www.billboard.com/music/awards/2025-mtv-vmas-full-nominations-list-analysis-lady-gaga-1236035884/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">More</a></p><p>VMAs add a country category for the first time in 2025. This follows the Recording Academy's recent addition of a fifth Grammy country category. <a href=\"https://www.billboard.com/music/country/mtv-vmas-add-country-category-for-2025-1236035894/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">More</a></p><p>Diddy denied bail again, even after offering $50M. He awaits sentencing for charges related to prostitution transport. His ex supported release citing personal reform and family ties. <a href=\"https://hiphopdx.com/news/diddy-denied-50-million-bail/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">More</a></p><p>GWAR celebrates 40 years with “LET THERE BE GWAR,” an LA gallery exhibit featuring costumes, props, and instruments. Runs Sept 13–Nov 2 at Beyond The Streets. Free entry. <a href=\"https://www.kerrang.com/gwar-announce-40-year-retrospective-gallery-in-los-angeles-oderus-scumdogs-hunter-jackson\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">More</a></p><p>The U.S. State Dept. proposes a pilot visa bond program, possibly requiring up to $15K from visitors, including touring musicians from select countries. Smaller acts may face financial barriers. <a href=\"https://metalinjection.net/its-just-business/u-s-state-department-proposes-up-to-15000-visa-bond-for-visitors-from-certain-countries-bands-musicians-included\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">More</a></p><p>Spin’s partnership with AI firm Producer.ai sparks backlash from artists like Wolfgang Van Halen. Critics fear AI’s growing role in music threatens creative integrity. <a href=\"https://loudwire.com/spin-magazine-ai-criticism/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">More</a></p><p>Sweden’s Way Out West festival offers a “Kidney Pass” to fans who register as organ donors. No guaranteed ticket, but raises awareness and promotes donation. <a href=\"https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/sweden-way-out-west-fans-pledge-kidney-ticket-1236037639/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">More</a></p><p>Want more daily music headlines? Visit <a href=\"http://dailymusicheadlines.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">DailyMusicHeadlines.com</a> or join our subreddit at <a href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/dailymusicheadlines\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">r/dailymusicheadlines</a></p><p>Produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt. Theme by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players.</p><p>Join our <strong>live stream</strong> Thursday, Aug 7 at 5 PM ET: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/dailytechnewsshow\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">YouTube.com/dailytechnewsshow</a></p>","author_name":"Subrilliant LLC"}