CD sales surged 45.7% in the first half of 2026 to 17.5 million units, driven by K-pop editions and younger collectors. Streaming revenue also grew to $4.9 billion.
Country music is embracing more open sexuality, with Kacey Musgraves, Miranda Lambert and Riley Green among artists leading the trend.
Rosanne Cash postponed three Wyoming and Montana shows due to an “unforeseen medical emergency.” She is recovering under doctors’ supervision and expects to return September 19.
Dan Deacon released his soundtrack for HBO Max’s The Dark Wizard, a documentary series about free climber Dean Potter.
Iron Maiden launched the U.S. leg of its Run For Your Lives 50th anniversary tour with a classic-era setlist. Anthrax opens, with Megadeth on select dates; Simon Dawson is on drums.
The Earl Scruggs Music Festival opened with The Earls of Leicester honoring Flatt & Scruggs and Béla Fleck showcasing his innovative banjo playing.
Carrie Underwood surprised fans at Iowa’s Velocity Festival with nu-metal covers including Limp Bizkit’s “Break Stuff,” plus Linkin Park and Papa Roach songs.
Macklemore faces backlash from the Israeli-American Council after saying “Free Palestine” during his opening set for Ed Sheeran at MetLife Stadium. A petition calls for his removal from the tour.
JISOO’s “Click” topped Billboard’s new music poll with more than 50% of the vote. LISA’s “SaWaDiKa” finished second with nearly 45%.
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