Ozuna Scores 37th Latin Airplay #1, Second All‑time
Ozuna, Beéle and Ovy on the Drums hit #1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart with "Enemigos," earning 8.2 million impressions, giving Ozuna his 37th career #1, the second-most in the chart’s history. https://t.co/s7Jnkig1G1
J Balvin Leads Latin Airplay with 40 #1s
Most No. 1s, Billboard Latin Airplay Chart: 40, J Balvin 37, Ozuna 32, Enrique Iglesias 31, Bad Bunny 30, Daddy Yankee 25, Maluma 24, Shakira 24, Wisin 23, Romeo Santos 21, Karol G
BTS Clinches Eighth #1 with “Swim,” Fills Top Nine Spots
BTS dominate the Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts as "Swim" debuts at #1, marking their record-extending 8th leader on both rankings, while tracks from 'ARIRANG' fill the top 9 spots, tying a historic chart record. https://t.co/7GaloLwZT6
BTS's 'ARIRANG' Tops Billboard 200 with Record Week
BTS dominate Billboard’s charts as 'ARIRANG' debuts at #1 on the Billboard 200 with 641,000 units, marking the biggest week of 2026 and the 8th-largest of the decade. The album earns BTS their 7th #1 on the Billboard 200 and...
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A&R Now Verifies Data, Not Discovering Talent
Labels used to find you. Now they verify you. The A&R process in 2026 isn't about discovering raw talent — it's about confirming what the data already shows. Read more: https://t.co/VcWxTssDlV
YouTube's 2008 April Fools Prank Births Internet Rickroll
On this day in 2008, YouTube pulled off the ultimate April Fools’ prank—every featured video linked to Rick Astley’s “Never Gonna Give You Up.” The world was officially Rickrolled. And just like that, internet history was made. https://t.co/8lVKU9jh5s
1985’s “We Are the World” United Stars for Famine Relief
On this day in 1985, USA for Africa released 'We Are the World', featuring the iconic anthem and rare tracks from Prince, Bruce Springsteen, Tina Turner, and more, all in support of Ethiopian famine relief. https://t.co/UUhQ34fvA6
Ambrosia Co‑founder Christopher North Dies at 75
Ambrosia co-founder Christopher North is gone at 75. He survived throat cancer and being struck by a car, only to lose the battle to pneumonia. His bandmates called him one of a kind. They were right. Read more: https://t.co/PCiPs6IwFD
When Drummers Take the Mic: 10 Iconic Tracks
Drummers don’t just keep the beat, they take centre stage too. From Phil Collins to Taylor Hawkins, here are 10 unforgettable tracks where drummers step up as lead vocalists: https://t.co/Q40OjNdlWK
Supertramp’s “Breakfast in America” Hides Five Secret Facts
Breakfast in America was almost called Hello Stranger? And“The Logical Song” features a toy football game. Supertramp’s biggest album is full of secrets. And saxophones. 🎷 Here are 5 mind-blowing facts: https://t.co/oCVjl1IEjy
Disco Lives On: 20 Timeless Party Anthems
Disco never died—it just waited for the lights to come back on. From Donna Summer to The Rolling Stones, here are 20 songs that prove disco is still the life of the party. https://t.co/CpMueqDY1z
Dylan's Shadow Kingdom: Intimate, Unfiltered Digital Release
Bob Dylan's Shadow Kingdom is now on digital. Intimate, unhurried, and completely absorbing. Early songs, small room, no theatrics. Just Dylan and the work. Exactly what it should be. https://t.co/uX2g7urJMy
Pink Floyd's Historic Live 8 Reunion Captivates Millions
Video: Pink Floyd's final concert as a complete band. Gilmour, Waters, Mason, and Wright together at Live 8 in 2005 for the first time in 24 years. Four songs. Over 46 million views. Watch it like it's amazing, because it...
Baseball's Rhythm: 10 Iconic Songs Honoring the Game
From Fogerty’s “Centerfield” to Count Basie’s ode to Jackie Robinson, baseball has inspired some absolute musical home runs. ⚾️🎶 Here are 10 great songs that celebrate the game, the legends, and the stories behind the swing. https://t.co/3MBVYS7wqD
Wolfgang Van Halen’s “The Spell” Shines Acoustic
Wolfgang Van Halen and Mammoth strip down their fourth number 1 hit "The Spell" for an acoustic session on The Zane Lowe Show. The song is great. The performance is even better. https://t.co/WZQ8zf7GyD
Gotye & Kimbra's Live Hit Still Resonates Worldwide
Gotye and Kimbra performing "Somebody That I Used To Know" live at You Oughta Know. Nearly 32 million views for a reason. Still one of the great songs. https://t.co/szk8inS2Sr
VIA Rail Seeks Musicians for 2026 Nationwide Tour
Canadian musicians, take your music on the rails. VIA Rail’s Artists on Board program is now accepting applications for summer 2026. Perform onboard, travel across Canada, and connect with new audiences. Details here: https://t.co/foIOLwhpNT
30 Years of History Ready for New Fire
If Billy Joel's song "We Didn't Start the Fire" was made today with references from the last 30 years, what are some of the moments or people that would be in the song?
Ambrosia Keyboardist Christopher North Dies at 75
Christopher North, founding keyboardist of Ambrosia and one of rock's most ferocious Hammond B3 players, has died at 75. "Biggest Part of Me," "How Much I Feel," and a legacy that defined a generation. Read more: https://t.co/beusxRQhbM
Marcels' Walt Maddox, “Blue Moon” Icon, Dies at 88
Walt Maddox, leader of The Marcels and the voice behind one of doo-wop's greatest moments, has died at 88. He kept "Blue Moon" alive for six decades. Read more: https://t.co/IyqvZi5c6Y
Guitar Maker Doug Irwin, Sound Behind Grateful Dead, Dies
The man who built the guitars that built the Grateful Dead's sound is gone. Doug Irwin, 76, died March 27. He never played a note on a stage, but without him, those legendary Dead performances sound different — maybe don't...
BoySetsFire's Raw Tribute Honors Lost Drummer Matt Krupanski
BoySetsFire's tribute to founding drummer Matt Krupanski is one of the most honest pieces of grief you'll read. No PR language. Just memories of basements and beaches and Madden games and a brother they lost. https://t.co/ojEiBvHAiH
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5 things you didn't know about the music industry this week. Every week. In your inbox. 10,000+ readers can't be wrong. https://t.co/7T5NIakIrF
1967: Beatles Capture Iconic Sgt. Pepper Cover at Chelsea Manor
On this day in 1967, The Beatles shot the cover of their Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album at Chelsea Manor Studios in London. Turned out pretty good, don't cha think? https://t.co/RqUDJrvHUI
DJ Dan’s Legacy: Global Dance Culture Beyond the Beats
DJ Dan built something that went far beyond records and festival sets. He built a culture. From the Funky Tekno Tribe to InStereo Recordings to dancefloors on five continents, he gave everything to the music. Gone at 57. The floor...
Houston Grand Opera Unveils Bold 2026‑27 Season
Houston Grand Opera's 2026-27 season is here, six productions, world-class casts, and a bold new chapter of leadership. This is what opera at the highest level looks like. https://t.co/zyewVcFjVq
Turnpike Troubadours Extend Wild America Tour, Tickets Friday
Turnpike Troubadours have extended their "Wild America Tour" through the fall, and with over 2.2 billion streams and 'The Price of Admission' still in heavy rotation, these shows are going to move fast. Tickets for the new dates go on...
From 183 JUNO to 45 Grammys, I’ll Champion Yours
Over 183 JUNO-nominated albums. 45 Grammy-nominated campaigns. And the thing I am most proud of? Every single artist I got to champion along the way. Let me champion yours. Happy to chat: Eric@ThatEricAlper.com
Prince's 1987 Sign O' The Times: His Best Album
"Sign o' the Times" "If I Was Your Girlfriend" "U Got the Look" "I Could Never Take the Place of Your Man" On this day in 1987, Prince released Sign O' The Times, the greatest album he ever released, and I will not take...
Tank & the Bangas End Balloon Trilogy With Powerful “Move”
Tank and the Bangas are closing out the balloon trilogy and "Move" featuring Lucky Daye is proof they're going out at full power. 'The Last Balloon' drops May 15, and it's going to be something. https://t.co/w2BFQEN6Og
Tanxugueiras Delivers Powerful Live KEXP Session From Bilbao
Tanxugueiras' full KEXP session from Bilbao's Iglesia de la Encarnación is now live, and it's exactly as powerful as you'd expect from one of Galician folk's most vital acts. https://t.co/08TLo0NA8l
Jay Sean’s “Down” Hits Diamond, 10 Million Sold
Jay Sean’s "Down" featuring Lil Wayne is now Diamond in the U.S., marking 10 million units sold. The global hit reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became one of the biggest crossover pop-R&B singles of its era. https://t.co/Uo67YQYpI2
Wiz Khalifa’s “Black and Yellow” Hits 9× Platinum
Wiz Khalifa’s "Black and Yellow" is now 9x Platinum in the U.S., officially selling 9 million units and cementing its status as one of the biggest hip-hop hits of its era. https://t.co/8m85ToEiWf
Gary Numan and Tremours Light Up Toronto Concert Hall
Photo Gallery: Gary Numan And Tremours At Toronto's Concert Hall On March 24, 2026 https://t.co/uoeZGPYjQn
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Dr. Hook Graced Rolling Stone Cover 53 Years Ago
53 years ago today, Dr. Hook & The Medicine Show, who have a hit with "The Cover Of 'Rolling Stone'," appear on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. https://t.co/J9Gpb5RCMP
Falco's "Rock Me Amadeus" Marks First German‑Language US #1
40 years ago today, Austrian singer Falco started a three-week run at #1 on the Hot 100 with 'Rock Me Amadeus', also a #1 in the UK. Falco became the first German speaking artist to achieve a #1 on the...
Madonna's 1985 Hit Surges Back Into UK Top 20
Madonna’s "Into the Groove" hits new peaks across U.K. charts, climbing to #17 on the Official Singles Downloads chart and #18 on the Official Singles Sales chart, four decades after its release. https://t.co/d1ue1QLhA7
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Golden Breaks K‑Pop Record with 33‑Week Adult Pop Run
"Golden" from ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ sets a new record with 33 weeks on Adult Pop Airplay, becoming the longest-charting K-pop song, while climbing to #3 and holding Top 10 spots across multiple Billboard charts. https://t.co/AZH0dFQGDB
Elvis Passed on “A Star Is Born” Over Manager Fees
On this day in 1975, during an Elvis concert at the Hilton in Vegas, Barbra Streisand offered him the lead in A Star Is Born. Elvis was interested, but his manager demanded too much. The role went to Kris Kristofferson...
Led Zeppelin's 'Houses of the Holy' Cover Censored as Porn
On this day in 1973, Led Zeppelin released their 5th studio album, 'Houses of the Holy.' The iconic cover has been flaggedas pornography by platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, so here’s a panda instead. https://t.co/yLXxJSUdcW
Beatles Sequenced Animal Sounds to Chase Each Other
On this day in 1967, The Beatles worked on 'Good Morning Good Morning' for 'Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band,' ending the track with animal sounds sequenced so each one could scare or eat the last. https://t.co/hOEhNVMpPt
Genesis' First Post‑Gabriel North American Tour Began 50 Years Ago
50 years ago this week, Genesis launched their first North American tour since Peter Gabriel’s departure, with Phil Collins stepping in as lead singer. The tour kicked off in London, Ontario. https://t.co/mgGdWXXdPN
BTS Announces Latin America Dates, 2.4M Tickets Sold
BTS confirm Latin American stadium dates for the "Arirang" world tour, 80-plus shows across 34 regions, 2.4 million tickets already sold. ARMY presale opens April 7 and details here. This is the one everyone is waiting for. https://t.co/nV5jiDCoCn
Teenage Montreal Punk Pack's New Single Packs Massive Punch
General Chaos drop "Busted" today, two-and-a-half minutes of Montreal teenage punk that hits harder than most bands twice their age. 'Can't Please 'Em All' arrives May 8 on Stomp Records. https://t.co/HkzU5a5jIq
Kronos Quartet Revives Mahalia Jackson’s 1937 Classic
Kronos Quartet release "God Shall Wipe All Tears Away" today, a stunning reimagining of a 1937 Mahalia Jackson recording ahead of their tribute album 'Glorious Mahalia' arriving April 3. History handled with extraordinary care. https://t.co/f7YbJImv9P
Kalsey Kulyk Releases ‘Her Rodeo’ Ahead of Tour
Kalsey Kulyk drops 'Her Rodeo' today, six tracks of hard-won Canadian country from one of the genre's most determined rising voices. The headline tour and festival season start in June. https://t.co/8bbRMXsklP
Ant Thomaz's 'Gaia' Celebrates Family, Resilience, Underdog Triumph
Ant Thomaz releases 'Gaia' today, a deeply personal album named after his daughter and built on family, resilience, and the radical act of believing in someone the world underestimated. This one stays with you. https://t.co/fYDt35yyOl