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21. Daily Music Headlines April 21, 2025
04:41||Ep. 21Zak Starkey Rejoins The Who After a brief shakeup, The Who drummer Zak Starkey is back with the band. Pete Townshend addressed the rumors, citing resolved communication issues. Starkey, a fixture since 1996, shared his appreciation for being part of the bandâs legacy.Loretta Lynnâs Story Heads to Broadway Coal Minerâs Daughter is being adapted into a Broadway musical, starring Sutton Foster as Loretta Lynn. Directed by Sam Gold with music by Jeanine Tesori, the production celebrates Lynnâs journey and influence on country music and culture.UK Music Pushes for Music Education Reform Concerned about the future talent pipeline, UK Music is calling on the government to:Hire 1,000 new music teachersBoost teacher training bursariesFund rehearsal spacesReform the English BaccalaureateStrengthen musicâs place in education overall Read more at UK Music.Apple Music Opens Tokyo Studio Apple Music has launched its first Asian studio in Tokyoâits seventh globally. The space will produce Japanese radio content and house video production for live sessions, documentaries, and interviews, reflecting a sharp rise in global J-Pop interest.Depeche Modeâs New Concert Film Depeche Mode: M, directed by Fernando Frias, captures the bandâs 2023 Mexico City shows. The film dives into the themes of life and death from their Momento Mori album and Mexican cultural influences.Marilyn Manson Covers Phil Collins Marilyn Manson returns with a chilling take on âIn The Air Tonightâ and drops a new track, âAs Sick As The Secrets Of (Sleep)â. Both songs are available now on streaming platforms.SAVATAGE Returns After a Decade SAVATAGE played their first live show in 10 years at Monsters Of Rock in SĂŁo Paulo, Brazil. The lineup featured classic members, though Jon Oliva was absent due to health issues.Snoop Doggâs Final Puff? Snoop Dogg dropped a new 4/20-themed video for âLast Dance With Mary Janeâ featuring Jelly Roll, Dr. Dre, and a portrayal of Tom Petty. Directed by Dave Meyers, the video follows Snoop through a fictional final farewell to marijuana.Alice Cooper Band Drops First Album in 50+ Years The original Alice Cooper band is releasing their first studio album in over five decades. The Revenge of Alice Cooper arrives July 25, with production by Bob Ezrin and a posthumous appearance by Glen Buxton.âStay informed on music every weekday at DailyMusicHeadlines.com. Produced by Hammond Chamberlain & Anthony Lemos Written & Hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera Executive Producer: Tom Merritt Theme: Lex Dallas and the State Street PlayersCatch you on the flip side.
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20. Daily Music Headlines April 18, 2025
05:11||Ep. 20New Pornographers Drummer ArrestedJoseph Seiders, drummer for the New Pornographers, was arrested on child pornography charges. The band has cut all ties, saying they are âshocked, horrified, and devastated.âDeezer Faces AI Music FloodDeezer reports that 20,000 bot-created tracks are uploaded dailyâaround 18% of all new content. The platform is urging responsible AI use to protect artistsâ rights.Eric Church Announces New AlbumEric Church will release Evangeline Vs. the Machine on May 2. The 8-track album includes solo and co-written materialâhis first release since 2021.Robbie Robertsonâs Final Music to DebutRobbie Robertsonâs last compositions, made with his son Sebastian, will feature in the History Channel doc Sitting Bull, airing May 27.Dolly Parton Gets the College Course TreatmentIndiana University is now offering a course on Dolly Partonâs cultural impact, covering her music, business, philanthropy, and fashion legacy.Def Leppard & Mötley CrĂŒe Headline Mexico FestivalRock the Tides will take place in Riviera Maya, Nov. 7â9, with Def Leppard, Mötley CrĂŒe, and more. Itâs billed as an all-inclusive rock getaway.Kyle Mooneyâs Music DebutSNL alum Kyle Mooney has released his first album, The Real Meâa parody project in line with his offbeat comedic style.A Killerâs Confession Drummer Quits Mid-TourA Killerâs Confession had a chaotic 24 hours as drummer Kegan King left mid-tour. Mushroomheadâs Daniel Fox stepped in for the rest of the dates.Subscribe at DailyMusicHeadlines.com.Produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt.
19. Daily Music Headlines April 17, 2025
05:58||Ep. 19Hereâs a shorter, emoji-free version of the April 17, 2025 Music Headlines summary:Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar EscalatesDrake amended his defamation lawsuit, claiming Lamarâs âNot Like Usâ and its promotion by UMG were intended to damage his reputation. UMG responded, calling the lawsuit âabsurd.âJin Launches Solo TourBTSâ Jin announced his first solo tour, Run Seok Jin, starting June 28. It follows his second solo EP, due May 16.Morgan Wallen Teams with Post MaloneWallen drops Iâm the Problem on May 16, featuring Post Malone, Tate McRae, and others. His tour starts June 20.Springsteen Shares New TrackSpringsteen released âBlind Spotâ from Tracks II, out June 27.Lil Wayne Reveals Star-Studded AlbumThe Carter VI arrives June 6 with features from Billie Eilish, Miley Cyrus, Bono, and Andrea Bocelli.Miley Cyrus Film to Premiere at TribecaCyrus debuts her visual album Something Beautiful at Tribeca in June. The album drops May 30.Fyre Festival 2 PostponedFyre Fest organizers canceled the May event, issuing refunds. No new date yet.Tracy Chapman Vinyl Tops ChartsChapmanâs 1988 debut album hit No. 1 after a vinyl reissue on April 4.Lorde Preps Comeback SingleLorde confirmed a new song, What Was That, her first in four years.Subscribe at DailyMusicHeadlines.com.Produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera.
18. Daily Music Headlines April 16, 2025
06:20||Ep. 18Blink-182 Gearing Up for MoreBlink-182 is already working on new material ahead of their Missionary Impossible.Read moreMusic Victoria Awards PausedThe 2025 Music Victoria Awards have been suspended following 2024âs voter fraud controversy.Details hereIce Cube Honored in HollywoodHip-hop icon Ice Cube left his handprints at the TCL Chinese Theatre.Watch the momentAncient Cymbals Found in OmanArchaeologists uncovered 5,000-year-old copper cymbals.Explore the discoveryJelly Roll Leads Recovery InitiativeJelly Roll will co-chair the Mobilize Recovery Campus Surge 2025, joined by Melissa Etheridge and Noah Thompson.Learn moreBrazil Tackles Streaming FraudBrazilian authorities dismantled JustAnotherPanelâs operations.Full storyDaft Punk in Fortnite?Rumors swirl about a Daft Punk reunion inside Fortnite.More infoThe Who Say Goodbye to Zak StarkeyZak Starkey has left The Who after nearly 30 years.Read onSnoop Dogg Drops Gospel AlbumSnoopâs new gospel album Altar Call.More hereZZ Top Hits the Road AgainZZ Top launches a 51-date North American tour this June.Tour datesTLC Musical in 2026TLCâs CrazySexyCool â The Musical debuts in D.C. in 2026.Read moreFarewell, Wink MartindaleRadio and game show legend Wink Martindale has passed away at 91.TributeWant music news every weekday? Subscribe at DailyMusicHeadlines.comProduced by Hammond Chamberlain & Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott & Eileen Rivera. Executive producer: Tom Merritt. Theme music by Lex Dallas & the State Street Players.Thatâs it for today
17. Daily Music Headlines April 15, 2025
06:16||Ep. 17Weezer Movie Confirmed Rivers Cuomo announced during Weezerâs Coachella set that the band is working on a movie. Read moreJin Announces New Album Jin of BTS will drop his second solo project, Echo, on May 16, following his 2023 debut Happy. More infoBarry Manilow Manilow is pausing his Vegas residency for a farewell tour running in May, June, and July. Details hereLil Nas X Suffers Partial Facial Paralysis The rapper posted a candid hospital video revealing right-side facial paralysis. Watch the videoKevin Shirley Catalog Acquired by Pythagoras Rock producer Kevin Shirleyâs catalog â featuring work with Iron Maiden, Aerosmith, and more â was acquired by Pythagoras Music Fund. Full storyUKâs âLearn To Playâ Weekend ExpandsThe UKâs biggest free music-making event, Learn To Play, returns Oct 9â12, 2025. The initiative encourages music engagement and supports local music providers. Get involvedArcade Fireâs âPink Elephantâ Live Debut Tour Arcade Fire will perform their full upcoming album Pink Elephant live on a short North American tour. The album drops May 9. Tour infoTay-K Convicted of Second Murder Rapper Tay-K, known for âThe Race,â has been found guilty of a second murder tied to a 2017 incident. MoreLes Binks, Former Judas Priest DrummerLes Binks has died at 73. He played on three Judas Priest albums and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022 TributeBillboard Hot 100 â Top 5 Luther â Kendrick Lamar & SZA ,Nokia â Drake, Die With A Smile â Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, All The Way â BigXthaPlug ft. Bailey Zimmerman, Pink Pony Club â Chappell Roan. Full chartProduced by Hammond Chamberlain & Anthony LemosHosted & Written by Brian Ibbott & Eileen Rivera Executive Producer: Tom Merritt Theme Music: Lex Dallas & the State Street Players Subscribe to DailyMusicHeadlines.comThatâs it for todayâcatch you on the flip side!
16. Daily Music Headlines April 14, 2025
05:49||Ep. 16Want 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.
15. Daily Music Headlines April 11, 2025
04:01||Ep. 15Want 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 Brian Ibbott and 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.