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Eurovision 2025 Grand FinalThe 69th Eurovision Song Contest wraps up this Saturday, live from Basel, Switzerland. 26 countries will compete for the Crystal Microphone. official Eurovision YouTube livestream Live Nation & AEG Investigated The DOJ and FTC are investigating Live Nation and AEG for potentially anti-competitive refund practices during COVID-19.https://bit.ly/LiveNationRefundsI Prevail Split With Co-Vocalist Brian Burkheiser The band announced Brian Burkheiser's departure, calling it an "amicable" but "difficult decision." https://bit.ly/IPrevailSplitTudum 2025Gaga will perform at Netflix's global fan event, Tudum, this Saturday. https://bit.ly/GagaTudum2025New Music Friday Highlights Albums: • A Matter of Time – Laufey • I Am The Problem – Morgan Wallen • Iz It A Crime? – Snoop Dogg • Echo – BTS’ Jin • 13 Months of Sunshine – Aminé • Even In Arcadia – Sleep Token Songs: • Friend of Mine – Rihanna (Smurfs Movie OST) • Quiero Saber Si Es Amor – Foreigner & Joy Huerta (Spanish version of “I Want to Know What Love Is”) • In the Name of the Father – President (fans suspect Charlie Simpson is the vocalist) Stay updated every weekday at DailyMusicHeadlines.com Join the conversation on Reddit at r/dailymusicheadlinesProduced by Hammond Chamberlain. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott & Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt Theme music by Lex Dallas and the State Street Players.That’s it for today—catch you on the flip side.

Chris Brown Arrested in UK for 2023 Nightclub AssaultChris Brown was arrested in Manchester in connection to a 2023 assault on producer Abe Diaw. The incident allegedly occurred at Tape nightclub in London. Diaw has filed a $16 million civil suit. Brown’s upcoming UK tour dates may be affected.Bruce Springsteen Announces Country AlbumSpringsteen will release Somewhere North of Nashville on June 27. The 12-track album features honky-tonk and country rock vibes, including two songs originally written for Born in the U.S.A.Rihanna Returns with New Music for The SmurfsRihanna will release “Friend of Mine” on May 16. The upbeat pop track is part of the new Smurfs film, where she voices Smurfette.Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross Launch New FestivalFuture Ruins, a new music and arts festival curated by Reznor & Ross, debuts Nov. 8 in Los Angeles. The lineup includes John Carpenter, Danny Elfman, and Questlove.Lord Buffalo Cancels Tour After Drummer DetainedLord Buffalo canceled their European tour after drummer Yamal Said, a Mexican citizen and U.S. resident, was detained by border agents at DFW Airport. The band is working to secure his release.SoundCloud Updates AI Policy After BacklashSoundCloud clarified it will not use artist-uploaded content for AI training without consent. CEO Eliah Seton emphasized transparency, artist control, and responsible AI use going forward.Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards Set for June 21Ariana Grande, Lady Gaga, and Kendrick Lamar lead the music nominations at this year’s Kids’ Choice Awards. Hosted by Tyla, the event airs live June 21 across Nickelodeon and Paramount platforms. Fan voting is now open.Subscribe at DailyMusicHeadlines.com.Produced by Hammond Chamberlain and Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt.

Diddy Trial NewsCassie detailed a heated moment where Combs left a party to confront Suge Knight. MoreApple Music & UMG Launch 'Sound Therapy'A new feature blending familiar music with sound waves to aid focus is now live on Apple Music. MoreSpotify Adds to AI DJPremium users in 60+ markets can now verbally request genres, moods, or artists. More.Publishers Amend LawsuitUMG and others updated their complaint. More infoICON AwardJackson will perform and be honored at the 2025 AMAs. AnnouncementHalle Bailey Granted Restraining OrderBailey claims DDG abused her physically. Read moreCandlemass Marks 40 Years Candlemass released Black Star featuring a cover of “Sabbath Bloody Sabbath”. Watch videoWeezer Bassist's Wife Faces ChargesJillian Lauren pleaded not guilty following an LAPD-involved incident. DetailsFFDP Masters Sold Without Band’s KnowledgeThey may re-record music after discovering their former label sold their masters without consent. More hereSTRYPER The Christian rock band is recording 10 holiday tracks to be released later this year. MoreDenver's Gets a FestivalThe Unhinged Festival will spotlight Denver’s metal/punk scene. Lineup & infoEurovision 2025 Track listNew Spinal TapA Fine Line Between Stupid And Clever Sept. 9, followed by Spinal Tap II Sept. 12.Book & film details

Billboard History for Spanish-Language Albums Bad Bunny’s Debí Tirar Más Fotos returns to No. 1 and Fuerza Regida’s 111xpantia debuts at No. 2—marking the first time two Spanish-language albums top the chart. 111xpantia is also the highest-charting Spanish-language album by a duo or group. bit.ly/3yqGlqzTina Arena Stops Show After Onstage Fight Tina Arena halted her Melbourne concert mid-performance after a physical fight near the stage, refusing to continue until calm was restored. This follows a previous night when she scolded fans for frequent bathroom exits. bit.ly/3WzBvW5John Mulaney: Give “Weird Al” His Due John Mulaney argues that Weird Al Yankovic deserves a spot in the Rock Hall for his musical influence and cultural reach. Despite being eligible since 2005, Yankovic has never been nominated. bit.ly/3WBY2I9Farm Aid Turns 40 in Minneapolis Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, and Margo Price will headline Farm Aid’s 40th anniversary on Sept. 20 in Minneapolis. Since 1985, the benefit has raised nearly $80M for family farmers. bit.ly/3K9LUxHDiddy Trial Begins Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sex trafficking trial kicks off with prosecutors alleging years of abuse, including toward Cassie Ventura. The defense claims the case revolves around consensual relationships. bit.ly/3UFykLNCopyright Chief Fired Over AI Report Trump’s administration fired Copyright Register Shira Perlmutter shortly after her office’s report warned that AI training on unlicensed music likely exceeds fair use. The move sparked concern over artist rights. bit.ly/4bgFV6TUK Lords Demand AI Copyright Transparency The UK House of Lords voted to require AI developers to disclose copyrighted works used for training. Backed by 400+ artists, the amendment could reshape how licensing works—if it survives final passage. bit.ly/3K9KgktSoundCloud Clarifies AI Terms Update After user backlash, SoundCloud confirmed it has not used artist content for AI model training. A recent ToS change was only to clarify internal AI tools like recommendation and fraud systems. bit.ly/3yqFyK8CBGB Festival Launches in Brooklyn A one-day CBGB Festival will take place Sept. 21 at Under the K Bridge Park, honoring the legendary NYC venue. Performers include Iggy Pop, Sex Pistols, Jack White, and Johnny Marr. bit.ly/3WBGUk4Slipknot Scraps Pandemic Material Slipknot’s Jim Root says the band ditched their COVID-era writing to start fresh. Despite heavy touring, they’ve teased new work including a single “Long May You Die” and the long-awaited Look Outside Your Window. bit.ly/4bnTCx4Henry Rollins Plans Punk Rock Archive Henry Rollins is working on his biggest project yet: a public space to showcase rare punk memorabilia. He hopes to launch within a year from his new home in Nashville. bit.ly/3yygXqATop 5 for the week:“Nokia” – Drake“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” – Shaboozey“Die With A Smile” – Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars“Ordinary” – Alex Warren“Luther” – Kendrick Lamar & SZA (24 weeks)Stay up to date with DailyMusicHeadlines.com and join the discussion on r/dailymusicheadlines

Pearl Jam Drops The Last of Us-Inspired Compilation Pearl Jam released a four-track compilation tied to The Last of Us franchise. 🔗 bit.ly/pearljam-lastofusConcord Acquires Broadway Licensing Global Concord expands its theatrical reach by acquiring Broadway Licensing Global (BLG). 🔗 bit.ly/concord-blgSteve Albini’s Closet Launches Weekly Sales A new site, Steve Albini’s Closet, will release items weekly from the late producer’s personal collection. 🔗 bit.ly/albini-closetWhisky a Go Go Hit by Dump Truck A dump truck crashed into the legendary Whisky a Go Go in West Hollywood. 🔗 bit.ly/whisky-crashKanye West’s “Heil Hitler” Pulled From Streaming Kanye West’s controversial track “Heil Hitler” was removed from platforms over hate speech concerns. 🔗 bit.ly/kanye-streambanNo Dead Kennedys Reunion with Jello Biafra Jello Biafra has declined to rejoin Dead Kennedys. 🔗 bit.ly/deadkennedys-biafraRevelator Hits 15 Billion Streams, Eyes 2025 Growth Revelator, a global indie music platform, surpassed 15B streams and aims to double revenue by 2025. 🔗 bit.ly/revelator-15bRobert Fripp Recovering After Heart Attack Robert Fripp, 78, is recovering from two emergency surgeries after suffering a heart attack. He was hospitalized in Italy while preparing for a show and is now on lifelong medication. 🔗 bit.ly/fripp-healthRock for People 2025 Lineup Announced Linkin Park, Slipknot, Sex Pistols, Avenged Sevenfold, and Guns N’ Roses will headline Rock for People 2025 in the Czech Republic. The festival takes place at Park 360, an old Soviet airfield, and expects 50,000 attendees. 🔗 bit.ly/rockforpeople2025Stay updated on music headlines every weekday at DailyMusicHeadlines.com Join the discussion: reddit.com/r/dailymusicheadlinesProduced by Hammond Chamberlain & Anthony Lemos. Written and hosted by Brian Ibbott & Eileen Rivera. Executive Producer: Tom Merritt. Theme by Lex Dallas & the State Street Players.

Lainey 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 “Dirt Cheap” and revealed on the red carpet that he and his wife are expecting their third child—a boy.Alice in Chains Cancels Show Due to Drummer’s 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, “Young & Dumb,” 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 “Complete Sweets Tour” kicks off June 10.Other Notable New Albums Out Today:Pink Elephant – Arcade FireTall Tales – Thom Yorke & Mark PritchardAperture – The Head and the HeartDreamsicle – Maren MorrisWild and Clear and Blue – I’m 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.

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