Felicity Lott, acclaimed British soprano known for Mozart and Strauss roles—especially the Marschallin in Der Rosenkavalier—died at 79 from lung cancer. She was also a noted recitalist, frequently collaborating with pianist Graham Johnson.
Congressional Democrats held a “shadow hearing” criticizing the DOJ’s Live Nation settlement as too lenient for allowing Ticketmaster ownership to remain. Lawmakers and witnesses, including California AG Rob Bonta, pushed for a breakup citing monopoly concerns; Live Nation plans to appeal.
Casting was announced for CrazySexyCool — The TLC Musical, with Holli’ Gabrielle Conway, Jade Milan, and Stoney B. Woods portraying T-Boz, Left Eye, and Chilli. The show runs June 12–Aug. 9 in Washington, D.C., ahead of TLC’s It’s Iconic Tour with Salt-N-Pepa and En Vogue.
Slipknot members’ long-shelved album Look Outside Your Window gets a worldwide release June 12 on vinyl and CD. The 10-track project includes guest vocals from Cristina Scabbia and was previously a Record Store Day exclusive.
Static-X canceled all 2026 tour dates due to serious medical issues requiring immediate attention, with plans to return in 2027.
Broadway’s Just In Time, a jukebox musical about Bobby Darin starring Jonathan Groff, has recouped its $12.5M investment after just over a year. A North American tour launches June 2027.
Spotify will drop its temporary disco-ball app icon—introduced for its 20th anniversary—after user backlash over readability and branding concerns, returning to its standard logo.
A Spanish court acquitted Shakira of tax fraud, ordering a ~$65M refund after ruling authorities failed to prove residency requirements. She called the decision vindication after years of scrutiny.
A Colorado elementary school staged a 75-minute musical based on Phish’s Gamehendge lore, featuring characters like King Wilson and the Famous Mockingbird.
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