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The 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 band’s summer tour. Arnold thanked fans and apologized for the sudden change.Eurovision Faces Protests Over Israel’s InclusionMore than 70 former Eurovision contestants have signed a letter urging the EBU to ban Israel from this year’s contest. The EBU has so far kept Israel in the lineup.BLACKPINK’s ROSÉ Drops Solo Single “Messy”ROSÉ released “Messy” with a cinematic video as part of the F1 soundtrack. She promises more solo music before BLACKPINK’s summer reunion tour.Stormzy Returns With Two New TracksStormzy dropped “Sorry Rach!”, a freestyle addressing McDonald’s backlash, and “Hold Me Down,” a reflective ballad on fame.Bad Bunny Expands 2025–2026 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.

Fiona Apple releases “Pretrial” 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 & SZA’s “Luther” ties Billboard record link. Amy Lee & Halsey drop song for “Ballerina” 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 “Raíces” 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.

André 3000 Releases Piano Collection André 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, André called it “the free-est emotionally” he’s felt. Full storyKim Thayil on Unreleased Soundgarden RecordingsSoundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil says he believes Chris Cornell’s 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 West’s DONDA 2 FlopsKanye West’s DONDA 2 had his weakest debut, selling only 5.9K units. More infoJHS Pedals Launch DIY Dumble-Style PedalJHS Pedals released the NOTADÜMBLË, 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 Kelley’s 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 “Hello” in SetlistLiam Gallagher denied rumors that Oasis would drop “Hello” from their reunion tour due to its Gary Glitter connection. More infoBillboard Hot 100 – Top 5Luther – Kendrick Lamar, SZA (11 weeks at #1)Ordinary – Alex WarrenDie with a Smile – Lady Gaga & Bruno MarsNokia – DrakeA Bar Song (Tipsy) – Shaboozey

GHOST Hits No. 1GHOST’s new album Skeletá debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, making it the first hard rock album to top the chart since AC/DC’s 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 hereBeyoncé Alters Viral Tour Clip After Legal ThreatSphere Entertainment issued a cease and desist over Beyoncé’s 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 years—and recorded a year’s worth of audio—capturing the sounds of a single pine tree in upstate New York. Hear it hereAdam Lambert, Cynthia Erivo Star in “Jesus Christ Superstar” Adam Lambert will play Judas opposite Cynthia Erivo’s Jesus in a gender-blind Jesus Christ Superstar production at the Hollywood Bowl this summer. Directed by Sergio Trujillo, it aims to recapture the show’s original rock intensity. Details hereMiley Cyrus Premieres “More to Lose” in NYC Miley Cyrus debuted a new song, “More to Lose,” 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-Octane’s “God & I” Tops Reggae Charts Dancehall artist I-Octane’s God & I debuted at #1 on Apple Music’s 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 “Reverb Award” by the Soulsville Foundation at the Stax Museum, recognizing his work at the intersection of music, activism, and innovation. More herePrimus Returns Primus released “Little Lord Fentanyl,” 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 weekday—subscribe to DailyMusicHeadlines.com.

R.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 “I Kissed a Girl,” 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 Nation’s Q1 revenue dipped 11% to $3.38B, but CEO Michael Rapino is optimistic. Full reportForeigner Releases Spanish Version of “Urgent” Legendary rock band Foreigner is celebrating its Latin American fanbase with a new Spanish-language rendition of “Urgent.” Listen hereNew Music Friday HighlightsStop The Rain – Epik High’s Tablo & BTS' RM: WatchPriceless – Maroon 5 feat. Lisa (BLACKPINK): WatchLose My Mind – Don Toliver feat. Doja Cat (F1 soundtrack): WatchOld Phone – Ed Sheeran, inspired by 2015 memories: WatchDope Boy Phone – Quavo & the late Takeoff: WatchSee You in the Afterlife – 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.

Kanye West’s 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.Apple’s F1 Movie Soundtrack Features Ed Sheeran, Doja Cat & MoreThe soundtrack for Apple’s F1, starring Brad Pitt, arrives June 27 with 17 original songs. Artists include Burna Boy, Raye, Chris Stapleton, and Rosé. Don Toliver and Doja Cat lead with the single “Lose My Mind.”Kneecap 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 Musk’s 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 femininity—“raw, primal, innocent, elegant.”Ed Sheeran Launches New Musical Era With PlayEd Sheeran’s upcoming album Play will arrive September 12, inspired by a concept he created at 18. The lead single “Old Phone” 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, Rosé, and the Wicked cast. Events to celebrate are planned for May 9–10.Subscribe at DailyMusicHeadlines.com.Produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt.