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35. Daily Music Headlines May 9, 2025
03:59||Ep. 35Lainey Wilson Sweeps 2025 ACM AwardsLainey Wilson won entertainer of the year, female artist, and album of the year at the ACM Awards. Alan Jackson received the first-ever ACM Lifetime Achievement Award named in his honor.Cody Johnson Wins and Announces Baby NewsCody Johnson won Song of the Year for âDirt Cheapâ and revealed on the red carpet that he and his wife are expecting their third childâa boy.Alice in Chains Cancels Show Due to Drummerâs HealthAlice in Chains canceled their May 8 show after drummer Sean Kinney experienced a non-life-threatening medical emergency. The tour resumes May 10.Avril Lavigne Teams Up With Simple PlanAvril Lavigne dropped a new single, âYoung & Dumb,â with Simple Plan. The bands will tour together this summer as part of her Greatest Hits extension.Motörhead to Release Lost 1976 AlbumMotörhead will release The Manticore Tapes on June 27 to celebrate their 50th anniversary. It features early versions of classic songs from their original lineup.The Weeknd Reveals Sleep Paralysis StrugglesThe Weeknd opened up about his sleep paralysis and how it inspired his upcoming surreal film Hurry Up Tomorrow. He shared his remedy: powering down electronics to calm his mind.Counting Crows Release New Album TodayCounting Crows return with Butter Miracle, The Complete Suite Sweets!, blending their 2021 EP with five new tracks. The âComplete Sweets Tourâ kicks off June 10.Other Notable New Albums Out Today:Pink Elephant â Arcade FireTall Tales â Thom Yorke & Mark PritchardAperture â The Head and the HeartDreamsicle â Maren MorrisWild and Clear and Blue â Iâm With HerSubscribe at DailyMusicHeadlines.com.Produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt.
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34. Daily Music Headlines May 8, 2025
03:10||Ep. 34The Who Announce Final North American TourThe Who will end their six-decade career with The Song Is Over Farewell Tour. The 16-date run begins August 16 in Florida and ends September 28 in Las Vegas.Smokey Robinson Sued for Sexual AssaultSmokey Robinson and his wife face a $50 million lawsuit from four former employees accusing him of decades-long misconduct. His legal team denies the claims.3 Doors Down Frontman Reveals Cancer DiagnosisBrad Arnold has stage four cancer and is canceling the bandâs summer tour. Arnold thanked fans and apologized for the sudden change.Eurovision Faces Protests Over Israelâs InclusionMore than 70 former Eurovision contestants have signed a letter urging the EBU to ban Israel from this yearâs contest. The EBU has so far kept Israel in the lineup.BLACKPINKâs ROSĂ Drops Solo Single âMessyâROSĂ released âMessyâ with a cinematic video as part of the F1 soundtrack. She promises more solo music before BLACKPINKâs summer reunion tour.Stormzy Returns With Two New TracksStormzy dropped âSorry Rach!â, a freestyle addressing McDonaldâs backlash, and âHold Me Down,â a reflective ballad on fame.Bad Bunny Expands 2025â2026 World TourBad Bunny added a second London show and will perform in Brazil, Japan, and Australia for the first time. His Puerto Rico run begins this summer with nine shows for locals.Subscribe at DailyMusicHeadlines.com.Produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt.33. Daily Music Headlines May 7, 2025
05:08||Ep. 33Fiona Apple releases âPretrialâ on U.S. cash-bail injustice link.Blues Brothers return in new graphic novel link.Within Temptation film on Ukraine war now on YouTube link..Austin City Limits 2025 lineup announced link. Keith Urban to get ACM Triple Crown Award link. Kendrick Lamar & SZAâs âLutherâ ties Billboard record link. Amy Lee & Halsey drop song for âBallerinaâ May 9 link. Blue Note Jazz Club opening London venue link. Mudvayne to tour for L.D. 50 anniversary link. CMG acquires Monstercat, invests $50M link. Gloria Estefan tops 3 Latin charts with âRaĂcesâ link. Jury selection begins in Diddy trial link.Want to know more about what's going on in music every weekday? Subscribe to DailyMusicHeadlines.com.The show is produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. It's written and hosted by (me) Brian Ibbott and (me) Eileen Rivera. Tom Merritt is our executive producer. Theme music by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players. Thanks for listening.That's it for today, we'll catch you on the flip side.32. Daily Music Headlines May 6, 2025
07:04||Ep. 32AndrĂ© 3000 Releases Piano Collection AndrĂ© 3000 has dropped 7 Piano Sketches, a seven-track instrumental follow-up to his Grammy-nominated New Blue Sun. Inspired by a trip to Texas, much of the music predates that album. Originally titled The Best Worst Rap Album in History, AndrĂ© called it âthe free-est emotionallyâ heâs felt. Full storyKim Thayil on Unreleased Soundgarden RecordingsSoundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil says he believes Chris Cornellâs final recordings with the band will eventually be released. Read moreJames to Play Laid on TourBritish band James will perform their album Laid in full during a North American tour from Sept 3 to Oct 5, hitting Riot Fest and Ohana Festival. Tour detailsKanye Westâs DONDA 2 FlopsKanye Westâs DONDA 2 had his weakest debut, selling only 5.9K units. More infoJHS Pedals Launch DIY Dumble-Style PedalJHS Pedals released the NOTADĂMBLĂ, a $119 DIY kit that emulates the coveted Dumble amp tone. Check it outThe Faces Record 11 New SongsThe Faces (Rod Stewart, Ronnie Wood, Kenney Jones) have recorded 11 new songs, but scheduling conflicts make a release unlikely before 2026. Read more Tim Rice Returns to AnimationAfter 25 years, legendary lyricist Tim Rice returns to animated film with The Land of Sometimes, writing three new songs. DetailsBrian Kelleyâs New ChapterBrian Kelley will release Sunshine State of Mind Season Two, Chapter One on June 20. MoreLed Zeppelin Lawsuit ResurfacesJake Holmes is suing Jimmy Page again over Dazed and Confused, claiming unauthorized use of his song in a recent documentary and live recordings. Case detailsOasis to Keep âHelloâ in SetlistLiam Gallagher denied rumors that Oasis would drop âHelloâ from their reunion tour due to its Gary Glitter connection. More infoBillboard Hot 100 â Top 5Luther â Kendrick Lamar, SZA (11 weeks at #1)Ordinary â Alex WarrenDie with a Smile â Lady Gaga & Bruno MarsNokia â DrakeA Bar Song (Tipsy) â Shaboozey31. Daily Music Headlines May 5, 2025
04:43||Ep. 31GHOST Hits No. 1GHOSTâs new album SkeletĂĄ debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, making it the first hard rock album to top the chart since AC/DCâs Power Up in 2020. Read moreLady Gaga Breaks Concert Record in BrazilLady Gaga performed to an estimated 2.5 million fans at a free show on Copacabana Beach in Brazil. More hereBeyoncĂ© Alters Viral Tour Clip After Legal ThreatSphere Entertainment issued a cease and desist over BeyoncĂ©âs use of the Las Vegas Sphere in a concert interstitial video. Full storyAmbient Artist Spends a Year Recording a TreeSound artist Joshua Bonnetta spent four yearsâand recorded a yearâs worth of audioâcapturing the sounds of a single pine tree in upstate New York. Hear it hereAdam Lambert, Cynthia Erivo Star in âJesus Christ Superstarâ Adam Lambert will play Judas opposite Cynthia Erivoâs Jesus in a gender-blind Jesus Christ Superstar production at the Hollywood Bowl this summer. Directed by Sergio Trujillo, it aims to recapture the showâs original rock intensity. Details hereMiley Cyrus Premieres âMore to Loseâ in NYC Miley Cyrus debuted a new song, âMore to Lose,â at a private New York show. The emotional ballad, part of her upcoming visual album Something Beautiful, reflects on past relationships and personal growth. Read moreI-Octaneâs âGod & Iâ Tops Reggae Charts Dancehall artist I-Octaneâs God & I debuted at #1 on Apple Musicâs Reggae/Dancehall charts. The album blends personal struggle, faith, and modern production in a spiritually introspective package. More infoChuck D Receives Award Chuck D was honored with the inaugural âReverb Awardâ by the Soulsville Foundation at the Stax Museum, recognizing his work at the intersection of music, activism, and innovation. More herePrimus Returns Primus released âLittle Lord Fentanyl,â their first new song in three years, featuring new drummer John Hoffman and guest vocals by Maynard James Keenan. Listen hereStay updated with the music world every weekdayâsubscribe to DailyMusicHeadlines.com.30. Daily Music Headlines May 2, 2025
05:56||Ep. 30R.E.M. Returns with Surprise EP After more than a decade of silence, R.E.M. has released Radio Free Europe 2025, a five-track EP featuring new songs and a remix of their early hit. Proceeds from the vinyl edition support Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, amid political pressures. Read moreJill Sobule Dies in House Fire Singer-songwriter Jill Sobule, known for her groundbreaking 1995 hit âI Kissed a Girl,â has died in a house fire in Minnesota. More on her legacyNew Bono Documentary Announced Bono: Stories of Surrender, based on the U2 frontman's one-man show, premieres May 30 on Apple TV+. Watch the trailerLive Aid Musical Heads to London Just For One Day, the official Live Aid musical, debuts May 15 at the Shaftesbury Theatre. Get tickets and pre-order the album DetailsLive Nation Faces Early-Year Slump, Predicts Record 2025 Live Nationâs Q1 revenue dipped 11% to $3.38B, but CEO Michael Rapino is optimistic. Full reportForeigner Releases Spanish Version of âUrgentâ Legendary rock band Foreigner is celebrating its Latin American fanbase with a new Spanish-language rendition of âUrgent.â Listen hereNew Music Friday HighlightsStop The Rain â Epik Highâs Tablo & BTS' RM: WatchPriceless â Maroon 5 feat. Lisa (BLACKPINK): WatchLose My Mind â Don Toliver feat. Doja Cat (F1 soundtrack): WatchOld Phone â Ed Sheeran, inspired by 2015 memories: WatchDope Boy Phone â Quavo & the late Takeoff: WatchSee You in the Afterlife â Foster the People, with Julia Garner in the video: WatchFor daily music updates, subscribe at DailyMusicHeadlines.comCredits: Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Executive producer: Tom Merritt. Theme by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players.29. Daily Music Headlines May 1, 2025
04:42||Ep. 29Kanye Westâs Donda 2 Pulled From Streaming Hours After ReleaseDonda 2 was removed from Spotify, Tidal, and YouTube Music due to a payment dispute. Producer reps claim West failed to compensate for eight tracks. West responded, accusing them of overcharging for beats.Appleâs F1 Movie Soundtrack Features Ed Sheeran, Doja Cat & MoreThe soundtrack for Appleâs F1, starring Brad Pitt, arrives June 27 with 17 original songs. Artists include Burna Boy, Raye, Chris Stapleton, and RosĂ©. Don Toliver and Doja Cat lead with the single âLose My Mind.âKneecap Fallout Grows: U.S. Visas Pulled, Festival Dates CanceledKneecap has lost their U.S. booking agency and visas following backlash from politically charged performances. Two major German festivals also removed them from their lineups. The UK investigation remains ongoing.Sheryl Crow Reveals Armed Intruder IncidentSheryl Crow says an armed man came to her Nashville property shortly after she posted a video of her Tesla being towed. The singer sold the car to protest Elon Muskâs politics and donated the proceeds to NPR.Lorde Reveals New Album VirginLorde announced her new album Virgin, arriving June 27. She described it as a reflection of her femininityââraw, primal, innocent, elegant.âEd Sheeran Launches New Musical Era With PlayEd Sheeranâs upcoming album Play will arrive September 12, inspired by a concept he created at 18. The lead single âOld Phoneâ draws from memories found on a long-unused device.Gold House Reveals 2025 A100 ListGold House honored top Asian Pacific figures in entertainment, including Tyla, Charli XCX, Nicole Scherzinger, Bruno Mars, RosĂ©, and the Wicked cast. Events to celebrate are planned for May 9â10.Subscribe at DailyMusicHeadlines.com.Produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt.