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Bruno Mars Sets New Record with 11‑Week Run at No. 1
Bruno Mars’s single “I Just Might” has become his longest‑running number‑one on Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip‑Hop Songs chart, staying at the top for 11 consecutive weeks. The track also leads six additional Billboard charts, including Adult Pop Airplay and Radio Songs, surpassing his previous best of 10 weeks with “That’s What I Like.”
Cardi B won a federal court ruling that dismissed a Texas lawsuit alleging her 2024 single “Enough (Miami)” copied the unregistered track “Greasy Frybread.” Judge Fernando Rodriguez Jr. found the plaintiffs lacked factual support and could not establish personal jurisdiction over Cardi B in Texas. The case also threw out related claims against Atlantic Records and Warner Music Group because the alleged source work was never copyrighted. The decision comes as “Enough (Miami)” remains a top‑10 Billboard hit and a staple of Cardi B’s current arena tour.
Linea Personal, a Mexican‑American band from Stockton, released its sophomore LP “Todo ø Nada” on March 26, blending corridos tumbados with R&B, trap, blues and jazz influences. The three‑year project narrowed 50 recorded songs to a 13‑track album featuring a Future interpolation on...
The 2026 MAMA Awards will be held at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Japan from November 20-21. CJ ENM says in a press release it will "present a range of new on-site and online events, reflecting its commitment to delivering a truly...
The article spotlights five emblematic 1970s tracks that map the decade’s country music spectrum—from Buck Owens’ Bakersfield‑style "Made in Japan" to Dolly Parton’s Nashville‑Sound ballad, Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson’s outlaw anthem, the Eagles’ country‑rock crossover "Desperado," and John Prine’s folk‑infused...
In a 2013 Howard Stern interview, Ozzy Osbourne and bassist Geezer Butler disclosed how early Black Sabbath management siphoned off earnings and left the band burdened by massive tax bills. Their lack of business savvy meant they were paid far...
Whe that IG algo switched up artists been struggling… That TikTok don’t hit like it used to either… Now we gone see who loves the work in real life.
BrooklynVegan’s daily roundup highlights nine freshly released tracks spanning metal, indie rock, emo, and shoegaze. Notable releases include Division of Mind’s two singles from the upcoming “Exoterror” album, Robber Robber’s “New Year’s Eve” ahead of “Two Wheels Move the Soul,”...
Los Angeles indie rock outfit Lavelles has returned with a double single, "And I Roll / Funny," released through MV 11 Records. The A‑side, "And I Roll," mixes post‑punk aggression with garage‑rock riffs and a 1990s throwback vibe, drawing comparisons...
The Vice piece spotlights four quintessential hair‑metal acts—Ratt, Twisted Sister, Poison and Mötley Crüe—detailing their 1980s rise, signature looks, and lasting influence. Ratt’s 1984 debut *Out of the Cellar* cemented their stadium‑rock reputation, while Twisted Sister’s anthems like “I Wanna Rock”...
Sony Legacy Recordings will issue a Blu‑ray and DVD of Billy Joel’s *The 100th: Live at Madison Square Garden (The Complete Concert)* on May 29, 2024. The physical set adds 11 songs that were omitted from the CBS broadcast of the March 28, 2024...
Bob Dylan launched a $5‑a‑month Patreon called "Lectures from the Grave," offering AI‑generated monologues, a faux Mark Twain letter, a short story, and a vintage video. The pieces use synthetic voices and fabricated pen names, delivering historically themed content that...
Indie‑jam quartet Goose will headline Madison Square Garden on June 19‑20, 2026, marking a follow‑up to their sold‑out debut last summer. Dayglo Presents is extending the event with after‑parties featuring Ruthie Bandit, formerly Rivka Ruth, at nearby Hill Country BBQ....
Northern Irish composer Hannah Peel and Chinese percussionist Beibei Wang have released a new track, “Awaken the Insects,” as the second preview from their forthcoming album *The Endless Dance*. The piece reimagines a Chinese tongue‑twister with playful vocals and bamboo...
Disclosure has dropped its first 2026 single, "The Sun Comes Up Tremendous," featuring a rare lead vocal performance by Howard Lawrence. The track is accompanied by a visually striking video directed by Colt Grice and Moldyroom. The release follows the...
On June 12, 1964, a half‑million‑plus crowd gathered in Adelaide to greet The Beatles, marking the largest audience they ever attracted. Their meteoric rise was not just talent and hard work; a series of near‑misses, timing quirks, and serendipitous encounters—from...
British singer‑songwriter Liz Lawrence announced her fifth album, Vespers, set for release on June 5 via Chrysalis Records. The record, written in a three‑week span after her sister Jessie’s fatal 2024 accident, is a stark, unembellished tribute aimed at offering comfort...
Dennis Wilson’s 1977 solo track “Rainbows” has resurfaced after nearly five decades, appearing in the sci‑fi film *Project Hail Mary* and HBO’s series *DTF St. Louis*. The song underscores a scene where Ryan Gosling’s astronaut character marvels at Earth’s beauty, and a...
American artist YE, formerly Kanye West, will headline all three nights of the Wireless Festival in London from July 10‑12. The announcement follows the release of his delayed album “Bully,” which debuted with an exclusive listening party. This marks YE’s...
John Summit, formerly CPA John Schuster at Ernst & Young, leveraged his 2020 single “Deep End” to become a globally recognized electronic music DJ and producer. The track’s viral streaming success propelled him onto worldwide festival circuits, culminating in a...
Paul McCartney played a two‑hour set at the 1,200‑seat Fonda Theatre in Hollywood on March 28, 2026, surrounded by a celebrity‑filled audience that included Taylor Swift, Stevie Nicks and Ringo Starr. The concert offered a musical refuge while the city...
Alabama became the most successful country band in the 1980s, achieving eleven No. 1 albums and spending a total of 125 weeks atop Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart. A striking pattern emerged: each of their chart‑topping releases rose to No. 1 during...
On March 30, 1993, Onyx released their debut album *Bacdafucup* on Rush Associated Labels. The record, chiefly produced by Jam Master Jay with contributions from Kool Tee, Chryskillz and Jeff Harris, introduced the group’s raw, high‑energy style. Hit singles like “Slam” and “Throw Ya Gunz” propelled...
The Boo Radleys, the British shoegaze/Britpop veterans, announced their second post‑reunion album, “In Spite of Everything,” slated for release on May 1 via Boostr Music. Produced by bassist Tim Brown, the record was created while he mourned the loss of his...
Argentine‑born pianist and composer Emilio Solla released his new album Handmade on March 13 via Club del Disco. The record features his nine‑piece ensemble La Inestable de Brooklyn, recorded in May 2025 at Brooklyn’s The Bunker with support from a...
Greensky Bluegrass is releasing a new documentary, *Find Ourselves Lost, The Iceland Sessions*, premiering on April 5 via nugs and the band’s YouTube channel. The film marks photographer René Huemer’s directorial debut and follows the five‑member group recording the *Iceland Sessions* EP...
Romeo Void, a San Francisco new‑wave/post‑punk band formed in 1979, earned modest chart traction with 1984’s “A Girl In Trouble (Is A Temporary Thing)”, which reached #35 on the Hot 100. Their third album, Instincts, peaked at #68, but Columbia Records abruptly...
jmsbxtr, a Brazilian indie project formed in 2025, released its debut album nemodulita earlier this year. The new single “ŝlimo” is the first track with vocals, sung in English and Portuguese, delivering a sense of hopelessness. Its lo‑fi shoegaze production...
Ubisoft announced that Billie Eilish’s new single “Birds Of A Feather” will be added to the Just Dance+ streaming catalog on March 31, 2026. The track will be available through Just Dance+ subscriptions tied to the 2023, 2024 and 2025...
Toronto‑based alternative artist Teagan Johnston has released “My Luck,” an introspective track that delves into feelings of unluckiness and disconnection. The song blends alt‑country and indie‑pop textures, supporting Johnston’s vulnerable vocal delivery. She also directed a striking video shot at...
The Mosfets have unveiled their first 2026 single, “Take A Chance,” ahead of a self‑titled EP slated for May 29, 2026. The track fuses garage‑rock grit with neo‑psychedelic flair, featuring unconventional beat‑drop verses that heighten its rebellious vibe. Recorded at Yeah Yeah...
Mark Fenster and longtime collaborator Claude Laflamme have released a new single titled “Reflections,” a neo‑classical composition infused with world‑music textures. The track grew from Laflamme’s daily meditative piano improvisations, to which Fenster added lyrics that celebrate light, love, and collective...
New Zealand alt‑country/slowcore act Mudgoose released the album *Chasing Horse* earlier this year on Swamp Soul, featuring the lo‑fi track “Yum Cha Takeover.” The song was recorded on a Tascam 4‑Track cassette in a cold bedroom and draws its lyrics...
Scandinavian indie‑pop outfit Hater returns after a three‑year hiatus with their fourth album, *Mosquito*. The record leans into muscular indie rock, featuring cinematic choruses and a blend of distorted bass and bright guitar textures. Lead vocalist Caroline Landahl draws favorable comparisons...
On March 30, 1973, Eric Weissberg’s recording of “Dueling Banjos” unexpectedly vaulted to No. 1 on the Top Country Albums chart, despite the artist not being aware the album had been released. The track, originally recorded for the film *Deliverance*, was...
SM Entertainment, under co‑CEOs Daniel Jang and Dmitry YJ Tak, unveiled its SM NEXT 3.0 strategy, reshaping production with a matrix‑based, agile model, deeper AI integration and aggressive M&A. The company reported Q4 2025 consolidated revenue of about $220 million, a 16.6% YoY increase,...
Los Angeles hardcore collective Sweat is set to drop its third full‑length album, *Tear it on Down*, on April 3 via Vitriol Records. The 11‑track record was captured live to tape in July 2025 at Oakland’s Atomic Garden and was tracked, mixed and...
All-Time Largest #KPop Albums Sales Weeks in the U.S. 1. BTS, ARIRANG - 641,000 🆕 2. BTS, Map of the Soul: 7 - 422k 3. Stray Kids, KARMA - 313k 4. Stray Kids, Do It - 295k 5. Stray Kids, 5-Star - 249.5k 6. BTS, Be...
i like how the BTS album is capitalization agnostic. some song titles are in all caps, one is all lowercase, others are capitalized normally, it's all loosey goosey.
Thin Lear’s sophomore album *Many Disappeared* arrives on April 24 through First City Artists, following a string of narrative‑driven singles. The lead track “Silver Bridge” uses the Mothman legend to probe grief, while “Witness” reflects on a traumatic cat‑death incident....
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 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...
Drowning Pool guitarist C.J. Pierce confirmed the band will drop a full‑length album before the end of 2026, following three singles released since 2024. The release will coincide with the 25‑year anniversary of their debut "Sinner" album, which they plan to...
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 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...
"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 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' 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
Most @Billboard Hot 100 No. 1s Among Groups of All Time 1. @TheBeatles - 20 2. The Supremes - 12 3. @BeeGees & The @RollingStones - 8 (Tie) 4. @BTS_twt - 7 https://t.co/dMau3Dm6d7
It's official: SEVEN IS THE NUMBER @BTS_twt earns their 7th No. 1 album on the @Billboard 200 with 'ARIRANG' and biggest U.S. sales week of the year BTS also earn their 7th No. 1 single on the Billboard Hot 100 with "SWIM,"...
So wait…. what label is @Stovegodcooks on?? Where is that album? Wasn’t that supposed to be this week? Or am I a week early?
