Wynton Marsalis premiered his Fifth Symphony, “Liberty,” at Wolf Trap. Written for America’s 250th anniversary, it combines jazz ensemble and traditional orchestra.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/14/arts/music/wynton-marsalis-liberty-symphony.html
Robert Kraft barred Macklemore from Ed Sheeran’s Gillette Stadium shows over alleged antisemitic rhetoric and a “Free Palestine” statement. Macklemore says Kraft pressured venues; Kraft denies it.
Nile Rodgers launches “Before the Moment,” a podcast exploring pivotal moments in artists’ careers. First guests include Sienna Spiro, John Legend, Alex Warren, Miguel and Goo Goo Dolls.
https://variety.com/2026/music/news/nile-rodgers-iheartmedias-before-the-moment-podcast-1236862129/
Gabbie Gonzalez, Francisco Gonzalez and Kai Faron Cordrey pleaded not guilty to charges tied to an alleged dark-web plot against Jack Avery amid a custody dispute.
Falling in Reverse released “Joseph,” featuring Slipknot’s Corey Taylor and System of a Down’s Serj Tankian in their first joint appearance.
https://loudwire.com/falling-in-reverse-joseph-corey-taylor-serj-tankian-lyrics/
Oasis announced a 38-date 2027 tour with Richard Ashcroft, ending at Knebworth and Slane Castle. UK sales begin September 25–27.
https://diymag.com/news/oasis-announce-2027-live-return-with-38-date-world-tour
George Strait’s 50 Number Ones reached 400 weeks on the Billboard 200 and surpassed 500 weeks on Top Country Albums.
Styx announced a five-date winter 2027 Las Vegas residency, “The Hits,” at the Venetian Theatre.
https://consequence.net/2026/09/styx-las-vegas-residency-winter-2027/
Lin-Manuel Miranda announced Rise Up! Hamilton: The Anthology for Hamilton’s 10th anniversary. The 7-LP/5-CD set arrives September 25.
https://consequence.net/2026/09/hamilton-rise-up-anthology-10th-anniversary-box-set/
Australian paramedic and ranch worker Mack Geiger became a Billboard Hot 100 hitmaker with “String By,” signed to Nashville/Columbia Records and making his Grand Ole Opry debut.
Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” tied Mariah Carey’s record with 22 weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100 and earned nine CMA nominations.
Top 5 Albums:
5. The Great Divide — Noah Kahan
4. Prima — Adela
3. I’m the Problem — Morgan Wallen
2. You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love — Olivia Rodrigo
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