Fans Choose Melanie Martinez’s ‘HADES’ as This Week’s Favorite New Music
Melanie Martinez’s fourth studio album, HADES, captured 67% of the votes in Billboard’s weekly fan‑voted poll, outpacing releases from Conan Gray, RAYE, Charlie Puth and Miley Cyrus. The 18‑track alt‑pop record dropped on March 27, supported by singles “Possession” and “Disney Princess.” Martinez promoted the project with a staged “Listening Chamber” event in London, underscoring the album’s cinematic vision. HADES follows 2023’s Portals, which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard 200.
Guns N’ Roses Kick Off 2026 World Tour in Mexico: Here Is the Complete Setlist
Guns N’ Roses launched its 2026 world tour at the Tecate Pa’l Norte festival in Monterrey, Mexico, drawing an estimated 100,000 attendees. The band debuted two new singles, “Nothin’” and “Atlas,” originally recorded for the 2008 Chinese Democracy sessions. A...
Tyler, The Creator, Deftones & Jackson Wang Among Best of Day 1 of Tecate Pa’l Norte 2026
The first day of Tecate Pa’l Norte 2026 in Monterrey featured a genre‑spanning roster headlined by Tyler, The Creator, Deftones, Interpol, Morat, Myke Towers and a birthday‑themed performance by K‑pop star Jackson Wang. Thousands attended eight stages, enjoying acts from...
‘Amen’ Again: Shaboozey & Jelly Roll Earn a Rare Multi-Week No. 1 Collab
Shaboozey and Jelly Roll’s duet “Amen” added a second week at No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart, earning 32.1 million audience impressions, a slight 2 percent dip from the prior week. The track becomes only the 27th co‑billed song in chart history...
Maná Proves Why It’s Rock en Español Royalty During Miami Stop of Vivir Sin Aire Tour
Maná’s Vivir Sin Aire tour landed in Miami with a sold‑out show, drawing nearly 20,000 fans to the Kaseya Center on March 27. The setlist spanned hits from the 1995 *Cuando Los Ángeles Lloran* album to classic anthems, highlighted by a...
UMG Blasts Drake Appeal in Lawsuit Over Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’: ‘That Is Not the Law’
Universal Music Group (UMG) has rejected Drake’s appeal to revive his defamation lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar’s Grammy‑winning diss track “Not Like Us.” A federal judge dismissed the original case in October, ruling that rap battle lyrics are hyperbolic opinions, not...
Jazz Musician Sued by Kennedy Center Over Canceled Show Asks Judge to Dismiss Lawsuit
Chuck Redd canceled a Christmas Eve concert at the Kennedy Center after the venue added President Donald Trump’s name to its signage, prompting the Center to sue him for roughly $1 million in breach‑of‑contract damages. Redd’s attorneys filed a motion to...
Niall Horan Avoids Doing This at Shows When His Former 1D Bandmates Are Also Touring: ‘It’d Be a Bit Stupid’
Niall Horan revealed he deliberately skips One Direction songs that his former bandmates are performing on their concurrent tours, opting instead for personal favorites. He explained that playing “What Makes You Beautiful” while Harry Styles does would be “a bit...
Houston Vs. Illinois: How to Watch the March Madness Sweet 16 Game on Sling TV
The 2026 NCAA March Madness Sweet 16 pits No. 2 seed Houston against No. 3 seed Illinois on March 26 at 10:05 p.m. ET. Houston entered the game after an 88‑57 rout of Texas A&M, while Illinois advanced with a 76‑55 win over VCU. Both...
3Quency On Their Collab With Nelly & Message to Their Haters On New Single “Telephone” | iHeartRadio Music Awards 2026
At the iHeartRadio Music Awards 2026, emerging act 3Quency announced a new single titled “Telephone” featuring veteran rapper Nelly. The duo used the red‑carpet interview to highlight the track’s blend of nostalgic flow and modern production. They also addressed online...
How to Watch BTS Perform on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’ Online Free
BTS is returning to NBC’s The Tonight Show for a two‑night stint on March 25‑26, coinciding with the launch of their new album ARIRANG. The group will interview Jimmy Fallon and perform two songs, with the first segment airing live...
Miley Cyrus ‘Flowers’ Case Must Go to Trial, Her Accusers Say: ‘Where There’s Smoke, There’s Fire’
Tempo Music, which owns the rights to Bruno Mars' co‑writer Philip Lawrence, has filed a motion urging a federal judge to reject Miley Cyrus' request to dismiss the copyright lawsuit over her 2023 hit “Flowers.” The plaintiff claims the song...
BE:FIRST’s ‘BE:FIRST ALL DAY’ Tops Japan Hot 100
BE:FIRST’s hip‑hop single “BE:FIRST ALL DAY” entered the Billboard Japan Hot 100 at No. 1 on the March 25 chart, delivering the group’s 11th chart‑topping hit. The track dominated radio airplay, digital downloads and video views while landing at No. 6 for streaming....
Stray Kids Celebrate 8th Anniversary With New Single ‘별, 빛 (STAY)’: Stream It Now
South Korean boy band Stray Kids marked their eighth anniversary on March 25 by releasing the single “별, 빛 (STAY),” a guitar‑piano ballad dedicated to their fanbase, known as STAY. Members HAN and Seungmin co‑wrote and composed the track, while...
Jack Harlow Announces Dates for 2026 North American Monica Tour
Jack Harlow announced a 16‑city North American tour supporting his new R&B‑leaning album Monica, kicking off on August 4 in Brooklyn and concluding on September 21 in Oakland. Tickets enter a Citi‑exclusive presale on March 26, with general sales opening March 27. The album,...
Bad Bunny, Paul McCartney, Rihanna & More: The Highest Grossing Artists at Each MLB Stadium
Billboard identified the highest‑grossing concerts ever held at each of the 30 MLB stadiums, highlighting Coldplay’s four‑night, $27.6 million run at Toronto’s Rogers Centre as the top taker. The analysis notes that only 17 shows have sold more than 100,000 tickets,...
W Hotels Is Redefining All-Inclusive Luxury With Its Adults-Only Resort In Punta Cana, Here’s Why
W Hotels has launched its first all‑inclusive, adults‑only resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, marking a strategic entry into the upscale all‑inclusive market. The 340‑room property, designed by Zanobia Arquitectura, blends jungle foliage with beachfront views and offers expansive rooms,...
Ocean Alley Wrap Biggest Headline Tour of Their Career With Over 80,000 Tickets Sold
Ocean Alley concluded their largest headline tour, selling over 80,000 tickets across 11 shows in Australia and New Zealand. The tour coincided with their fifth album Love Balloon reclaiming the ARIA Australian Albums Chart No. 1 spot for a third week. The...
Earl Sweatshirt and MIKE Set Australian Tour Dates Ahead of Joint Album Release
Earl Sweatshirt and MIKE announced a four‑city Australian‑New Zealand tour for May, culminating with a Vivid LIVE performance at the Sydney Opera House on May 24. The dates—Auckland, Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney—support the upcoming collaborative album *POMPEII // UTILITY*, slated...
Ashnikko Has a ‘Slumber Party’ With Princess Nokia & Crowns a ‘Smoochie Girl’ at LA’s Shrine Auditorium: See the Full Setlist
Ashnikko opened her Los Angeles show at the Shrine Auditorium on March 20 with the high‑energy track “Working B—h,” kicking off a nearly two‑hour set as part of her Smoochies world tour. The concert featured a 23‑song setlist that blended half of...
Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’: Can You Spot Whether the Lyric Is About Texas or Tennessee?
Ella Langley’s single “Choosin’ Texas” has become the longest‑running female‑led No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, logging four consecutive weeks at the summit. The track also dominates the Hot Country Songs chart with a 17‑week reign and tops the Streaming Songs...
Bad Bunny Wants $466,000 Legal Bill Reimbursed After Defeating ‘Un Verano Sin Ti’ Sample Lawsuit
Bad Bunny’s legal team is demanding that African publisher emPawa Africa reimburse $465,612 in attorney fees after a federal judge dismissed a copyright lawsuit alleging an unauthorized sample on the hit track “Enséñame a Bailar.” The suit claimed Bad Bunny...
Barry Manilow Announces First New Studio Album of Mostly New Material in Nearly 15 Years
Barry Manilow will release his 33rd studio album, *What a Time*, on June 5, marking his first collection of mostly new material in nearly 15 years. Produced primarily by Manilow and longtime collaborator Michael Lloyd, the record features guest appearances...
Harry Styles Spends Second Week Atop Billboard 200 With ‘Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.’
Harry Styles' third studio album "Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally." held the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 for a second consecutive week (chart dated March 28). The album moved 99,000 equivalent album units in its second tracking week, a 77%...
Tokischa Shaves Her Head Live on Stage at New York’s Madison Square Garden
Dominican rapper Tokischa dramatically shaved her head during a live performance at Madison Square Garden on March 21. The stunt occurred while she opened for FKA Twigs on the second night of the Body High Tour, where she also debuted...
The Wailers and The Pogues Confirm Australian Tours Despite Bluesfest Collapse
The Wailers and The Pogues have confirmed they will still tour Australia despite the cancellation of Bluesfest 2026. The Wailers will play a series of East Coast shows celebrating the 50th anniversary of Bob Marley’s Rastaman Vibration, while a Melbourne...
Chance the Rapper Defeats Pat the Manager’s Claims in Chicago Contract Trial
A Chicago jury rejected former manager Pat Corcoran’s $3.8 million claim against Chance the Rapper, finding no enforceable oral "sunset" agreement. The jury also upheld Chance’s 2021 countersuit for fiduciary breach, but awarded only $35 in damages, far below the $1 million...
ACM Radio Awards 2026 Winners Revealed: See the Full List
The Academy of Country Music announced its 2026 Radio Award winners at the Country Radio Seminar in Nashville, highlighted by B‑Dub’s historic double victory as National Daily and Weekly On‑Air Personality of the Year. Veteran personalities such as Chris Carr...
Friday Dance Music Guide: The Week’s Best New Tracks From Zhu, Innellea & More
Billboard’s weekly dance roundup highlighted a bustling SXSW weekend where Dutch producer Mau P performed for thousands, even after a wind‑forced venue shift. Calvin Harris and Kasabian topped the WARM Global Radio Dance Chart with over 800 spins, while William Orbit...
Gone But Not Forgotten: Musicians We Lost in 2026
In early 2026 the music world mourned the loss of several iconic artists across genres. Nashville songwriter Jim McBride (78) died Jan 6, followed by Colombian singer‑songwriter Yeison Jiménez (34) in a plane crash on Jan 10. The week also saw the deaths of...
BTS, Niall Horan, Lizzo & More: Which Is Your Favorite New Music Release This Week? Vote!
BTS spearheads this week’s New Music Friday with the long‑awaited album *Arirang*, featuring 14 tracks produced by Diplo, Kevin Parker, Mike WiLL Made‑It and Ryan Tedder. The group will follow the release with a livestreamed comeback concert at Gwanghwamun Square on...
March Madness on Sling TV: How to Watch UCLA Vs. UCF Online
The 2026 NCAA March Madness first round features a matchup between No. 7 UCLA Bruins and No. 10 UCF Knights on March 20 at 7:25 p.m. ET, broadcast on TBS. Viewers can stream the game via Sling TV, which offers Blue, Orange, and combined...
In Canada: Ontario Government Wants to Ban Resale Tickets That Exceed Face Value
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a province‑wide ban on ticket resale above face value, aiming to curb scalpers and protect consumers. The IFPI Global Music Report shows Canada’s recorded music revenues rose 5.6% in 2025 to $957.9 million, driven largely by...
‘Descendants,’ ‘ZOMBIES’ & ‘Camp Rock’ Stars Join Forces for 2026 Worlds Collide Concert Tour: See Full List of Dates
Disney and AEG announced the 2026 Worlds Collide Concert Tour, a 48‑arena North American trek that runs from September 25, 2025 to December 13, 2025. The pop‑concert will feature music from the Descendants, ZOMBIES and, for the first time, Camp...
Norah Jones to Receive Ray Charles Architect of Sound Award & Perform at 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala
Norah Jones will receive the Ray Charles Architect of Sound Award at the 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala on May 8 in Beverly Hills. The honor, created to celebrate artists who embody Ray Charles’ spirit of originality and lasting impact, follows Jon Batiste’s...
Every No. 1 Hot Country Songs Hit That Landed a Grammy Nod for Record of the Year
Ella Langley's "Choosin’ Texas" dominates Billboard, three weeks at Hot 100 #1 and 16 weeks atop Hot Country Songs. The track could become one of the rare country No. 1 hits to earn a Grammy Record of the Year nomination, a distinction...
Indie Distribution Company Too Lost Raises Investment From TA Associates, Goldstate
Independent distribution platform Too Lost announced strategic investments from Goldstate Music Group and private equity firm TA Associates on March 16. The funding, supplemented by a senior credit facility from Pinnacle Financial Partners, will support global expansion, technology upgrades, artist...
6 Must-Hear New Country Songs From Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson & 1 Bonus Video
Billboard highlights a packed week of new country releases, featuring Luke Combs’ pre‑album single “I Ain’t No Cowboy,” Lainey Wilson’s high‑energy “I Can’t Sit Still,” and a surprise duet between Bailey Zimmerman and Christian crossover star Brandon Lake. Veteran Jo Dee Messina returns...
Gene Kelly, Prince, J.Lo, Pavarotti & All the Presenters of Best Original Song at the Oscars: Full List
The article chronicles every presenter of the Academy Award for Best Original Song from its inception in 1935 through the 2026 ceremony, highlighting notable patterns and milestones. Gene Kelly holds the record with four appearances, while Lionel Richie became the...
Jack Johnson’s ‘SURFILMUSIC’ Honors Friend Tamayo Perry, Who Died in Shark Attack
Jack Johnson’s new documentary SURFILMUSIC premiered at SXSW, dedicated to his late friend Tamayo Perry, the North Shore surfer and lifeguard who died in a 2024 shark attack. The film blends rare surf footage, personal archives, and interviews with Kelly Slater...
Alex Warren Returns to Australia and New Zealand for Seven-Date Arena Run
Alex Warren announced a seven‑date arena tour across Australia and New Zealand for August‑September 2026, marking his return less than a year after a sold‑out 2025 run. The itinerary hits major venues from Christchurch’s Wolfbrook Arena to Perth Arena, with general‑public tickets...
Junior H Talks Embracing Vulnerability, Disney Obsession at SXSW: ‘You Could Say I’m the Godfather of Sad Kids’
Junior H, the corridos tumbados star, discussed his chart‑topping fifth album *DEPR</3$$ED MFKZ* and the concept of his “$ad Boy” persona at Billboard House during SXSW. He highlighted how vulnerability and emotional honesty have resonated with fans, challenging the genre’s...
The All-American Rejects’ Tyson Ritter & Nick Wheeler Talk Backyard Tour, Independence & New Album at Billboard House @ SXSW
The All‑American Rejects announced their first album since 2012, "Sandbox," set for release on May 15, 2026. In a Billboard House interview at SXSW, Tyson Ritter and Nick Wheeler explained their shift from Interscope to an independent model after the...
The All-American Rejects on New Music, House Party Tour Success & Advice for New Artists | SXSW 2026
At SXSW 2026, All‑American Rejects frontman Tyson Ritter and guitarist Nick Wheeler revealed details about their upcoming album and highlighted the unexpected commercial success of their recent House Party tour. The duo discussed how the band has sustained relevance in...
Superstar Q&A With Don Toliver: ‘Octane,’ Travis Scott, Y2K Pop & More | SXSW 2026
Don Toliver sat down with Billboard at SXSW 2026 to discuss his fifth studio album, Octane, which debuted at No. 1 with 162,000 units sold. All 18 tracks from the record entered the Hot 100, underscoring his streaming power. He detailed his...
Friday Dance Music Guide: The Week’s Best New Tracks From Kenya Grace, Claude VonStroke & More
This week’s dance music roundup highlights several major live‑event announcements and a key label acquisition. French pioneer Jean‑Michel Jarre will open ADE 2026 with an immersive performance, while LP Giobbi makes history as the first woman to lead Okeechobee’s superjam....
Jorge Drexler Breaks Down 5 Essential Tracks From ‘Taracá’: ‘An Album of Mourning With a Clear Celebratory Nature’
Uruguayan singer‑songwriter Jorge Drexler released his new album Taracá on March 13, his first record made in Uruguay in two decades. The 11‑track project weaves candombe percussion with themes of grief and celebration, reflecting the loss of his father and a...
Paris Jackson on Where She Stands With Colman Domingo Amid ‘Michael’ Biopic Drama: ‘Things Get Twisted’
Paris Jackson clarified her stance with actor Colman Domingo after a public spat over the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic. Domingo, who portrays Joe Jackson, messaged her to explain that his earlier comment was taken out of context, and she expressed...
The Pussycat Dolls Plot Major Comeback Tour With U.K., Europe & North America Arena Dates
Pop group The Pussycat Dolls announced a 2026 arena tour spanning the United States, Europe, and the United Kingdom, marking their first full‑scale tour since disbanding in 2010. The 53‑date run kicks off on June 5 in Palm Desert, California, and...
Natalie Waller Re-Elected Chair of ARIA Board
Natalie Waller has been re‑elected chair of the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) board, marking her second term since first breaking the glass ceiling in 2021. Sean Warner, president of Universal Music Australia & New Zealand, joins as deputy chair, bringing...
