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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.

Barbra Streisand Announces Duets Album With Huge Guest ListBarbra Streisand is back with The Secret of Life: Partners, Volume Two, out June 27. Guests include Mariah Carey, Ariana Grande, Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, Sting, and more. The first single, a duet with Hozier, dropped today.Kanye West Finally Releases Donda 2Kanye West has released the long-delayed Donda 2 to streaming platforms. Originally tied to the Stem Player, the full 18-track album is now credited to “Donda” and available on Spotify, YouTube Music, and Tidal.Metallica’s Load Gets Massive Box Set TreatmentMetallica will reissue Load on June 13, featuring 301 tracks—245 previously unreleased—including demos, rarities, and live shows, plus a restored version of “The Outlaw Torn.”Gene Simmons Defends $12K Roadie ExperienceGene Simmons says legal and insurance costs justify charging $12,495 for a fan to shadow him as a roadie. The experience was tied to his postponed North American tour, now aiming for early 2026.Charli XCX to Star in Takashi Miike FilmCharli XCX will star in and produce a film directed by Japanese horror legend Takashi Miike. Plot details and production timeline remain under wraps.HYBE Posts Strong Q1, Teases New Boy BandHYBE reported a 38% revenue spike driven by live tours from J-Hope, TXT, and others. The company plans 150+ concerts this year and will debut a new Big Hit boy band in Q3.Bruno Mars Extends Las Vegas ResidencyBruno Mars added nine more shows to his residency at Park MGM’s Dolby Live Theater. New dates run August 22 to September 6. Presales start today, general sales open Friday.Subscribe at DailyMusicHeadlines.com.Produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt.

Kneecap Under Investigation After Controversial Concert FootageKneecap is facing backlash over a 2023 concert where one member made inflammatory remarks. Counter-terrorism police are reviewing the incident, though no charges have been filed. Some are calling for the group’s removal from this year’s Glastonbury lineup.Spotify Beats Expectations in Q1 EarningsSpotify added 5 million Premium subscribers and grew to 678 million monthly users. The company reported paying over $100 million to podcast creators for the first time.KCON 2025 Reveals First Artist WaveKCON LA 2025 announced its first performers: HxW (Hoshi and Woozi), IVE, NMIXX, Zerobaseone, and P1Harmony. The event runs August 1–3 at the LA Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena.Haim Announces ‘I Quit’ Album and TourHaim will release I Quit on June 20 and launch a U.S. and U.K. tour beginning in September.Air Expands Moon Safari 25th Anniversary TourAir is bringing Moon Safari to North America, starting September 21 at the Hollywood Bowl with a full orchestra.Laufey Launches Youth Orchestra FoundationLaufey has founded the Laufey Foundation to expand access to youth orchestra programs worldwide, starting with grants to leading U.S. organizations.Jack Black’s Minecraft Song Breaks RecordJack Black scored the shortest charting song ever on Billboard’s Hot 100. “Steve’s Lava Chicken,” at just 34 seconds long, debuts at No. 77.Top 5 Billboard Hot 100 Songs This Week#5: “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” – Shaboozey#4: “Nokia” – Drake#3: “Ordinary” – Alex Arren#2: “Die with a Smile” – Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars#1: “Luther” – Kendrick Lamar & SZA (10th consecutive week)Subscribe at DailyMusicHeadlines.com.Produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Inductees AnnouncedThe 2025 Rock Hall class includes Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Soundgarden, and The White Stripes. Salt-N-Pepa, Warren Zevon, Thom Bell, Nicky Hopkins, Carol Kaye, and Lenny Waronker will also be honored. The induction ceremony takes place Nov. 8 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, streaming live on Disney+.SZA Returns to #1 on Billboard 200SZA’s SOS claims its 13th nonconsecutive week at the top. Doechii also scores her first top-10 album with Alligator Bites Never Heal.Incubus Announces New AlbumIncubus revealed their ninth studio album Something in the Water ahead of their sold-out O2 Arena show. It’s their first album since 2017 and features new bassist Nicole Row.Snoop Dogg’s Death Row Drops Gospel AlbumSnoop Dogg executive produced Altar Call, a new gospel album released by Death Row Records in honor of his late mother. The 21-track project features artists like Jamie Foxx and John P. Kee.Oasis Preps for Reunion TourOasis reunited for tour promo shoots in London, stirring excitement for their sold-out world tour starting July 4 in Cardiff. Rehearsals are set to begin in a few weeks.Mariah Carey to Headline 2025 Capital Summertime BallMariah Carey will headline the Capital Summertime Ball at Wembley Stadium in June, her first UK show in six years. Other performers include Benson Boone, Lola Young, and KSI.Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour Kicks OffBeyoncé launches her Cowboy Carter Tour tonight at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, supporting her Grammy-winning album. The tour will hit major U.S. cities before heading to Europe.Subscribe at DailyMusicHeadlines.com.Produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt.

Stagecoach 2025 Starts TodayStagecoach kicks off today in Indio, CA. The three-day country festival is streaming live on Prime Video, Amazon Music, and Twitch. Headliners include Zach Bryan, Jelly Roll, and Luke Combs, with appearances from Lana Del Rey, T-Pain, Goo Goo Dolls, and more. Full schedules are at stagecoachfestival.com.50 Cent Sues to Block Film Release50 Cent is suing the producers of Skillhouse, claiming they filmed and promoted his scenes without a signed contract. He’s seeking to block the film’s release.Noel Gallagher Launches Sunglasses for CharityNoel Gallagher released a limited edition sunglasses line, The Chiltern, to benefit the Teenage Cancer Trust. Gallagher’s global Oasis comeback tour kicks off July 4.Adam Levine and Lisa (Blackpink) Tease New CollabAdam Levine and Lisa teased their new song “Priceless” on social media. A pre-save link is available through Maroon 5’s Instagram account.New Music Friday Highlights“Stateside” by Pink Pantheress – Club anthem from upcoming mixtape Fancy That“Whenever” by Megan Thee Stallion – Her first new single of 2025“Heart by Heart” by Joe Jonas – A pop track with ’90s country and arena rock vibes“Mystical Magical” by Benson Boone – Debuted live at Coachella“Money on Money” by Young Thug and Future – First collaboration since Young Thug’s release“Aww Shit” by Bone Thugs-N-Harmony – First single with all five members in 15 years“I Don’t Know Why (I Just Do)” by Jeff Goldblum & Mildred Snitzer Orchestra feat. Ariana Grande – A jazz collaborationSubscribe at DailyMusicHeadlines.com.Produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt.