HYBE and Geffen Records introduced new global girl group Saint Satine (Emily, Lexie, Samara, Sakura), formed via Dream Academy and World Scout. Debut single “PARTY b4 the PARTY” drew mixed reactions, including commentary on Sakura’s age (28).
Bring Me The Horizon’s Oli Sykes suffered a mild concussion after being struck by a thrown phone during a St. Louis show; band finished the set and Sykes expects to continue touring.
Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain announced memoir Hello Boys and Girls! (Oct. 22), covering his career; he retired from touring in 2024.
Green Day-inspired comedy NIMRODS opens Aug. 14, following friends on a road trip; produced by the band, starring Mason Thames, Mckenna Grace, Fred Armisen.
Ye found liable for copyright infringement over an uncleared “Hurricane” sample; jury awarded $176,153. Case may be appealed.
Maryland passed the PACE Act, restricting use of rap lyrics as criminal evidence unless relevance and literal intent are proven; follows California and Louisiana.
Jack Johnson premieres documentary SURFILMUSIC in Hawaiʻi, blending surf culture and music; includes companion album and live events.
Kelvin Lanier Evans sentenced to five years (two in prison) for stealing unreleased Beyoncé music from hard drives in Atlanta.
Ice Cube and Mike Epps host Friday 30th anniversary live show July 17 in Long Beach with Warren G, Scarface, comedy sets, and fan events.
Tejano Conjunto Festival (May 14–17) honors Flaco Jiménez with 30+ bands and tribute performances including Los Texmaniacs and Santiago Jiménez Jr.
Producer Jack Douglas (John Lennon, Aerosmith, Cheap Trick) died at 80; known for Double Fantasy, Rocks, Toys in the Attic.
“Weird Al” Yankovic jukebox musical Dare to Be Stupid in development, directed by Alex Timbers.
Wedding no-play list highlights: “Every Breath You Take,” “When I Was Your Man,” “It Wasn’t Me,” “All My Ex’s Live in Texas,” “I Touch Myself.”
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