The Linda Lindas Sign to Reprise Warner Records And Announce Fall Dates With Bleachers
Los Angeles punk quartet The Linda Lindas have inked a deal with Reprise/Warner Records and debuted a new single, “Burning Out,” accompanied by a video directed by Nathan Castiel. The track reflects frontwoman Lucia de la Garza’s post‑high‑school transition, written during a Palm Springs retreat. The band, fresh off the critically praised 2024 album No Obligation, announced a fall tour that pairs them with Bleachers on the West Coast and lands them at Tom Morello’s Power To The People Festival.
The Biz: All Or Nothing Ackman Pulls Out Of UMG After Failed Takeover; Canada Nixes Streaming Tax Hike; NHL Revenues
Pershing Square exited its $64 billion takeover attempt of Universal Music Group after the board rejected the bid, selling 80.6 million UMG shares for roughly $290 million. The rejected proposal had offered €9.4 billion in cash and additional New UMG shares, valuing the deal...
Icon Concerts And MagicSpace Entertainment To Form ICON LIVE
LiveCo announced the merger of its two subsidiaries, Icon Concerts and MagicSpace Entertainment, into a single entity called ICON LIVE. The new platform blends Icon’s strength in comedy and concert promotion with MagicSpace’s expertise in touring productions such as Broadway...
Malcolm Todd Maps Out ‘Do That Again North American Tour’
Malcolm Todd announced his 2026 “Do That Again North Tour,” a 27‑date, two‑month trek across the United States and Canada following the release of his new Columbia Records album. The Live Nation‑promoted run opens on Sept. 2 in Irving, Texas, and...
Towa Bird Announces North American Tour
Singer‑songwriter Towa Bird announced a nine‑show North American tour this fall to promote her 2026 album "Gentleman." The tour kicks off on September 13 at The Independent in San Francisco and concludes on October 3 at The Foundry at The Fillmore in Philadelphia,...
Lady A Announces December Holiday Tour
Country trio Lady A has announced the 2026 “This Winter’s Night Tour,” a ten‑day holiday concert series running from Dec 10 to Dec 21. The itinerary kicks off in Northfield, Ohio, and concludes with two back‑to‑back shows at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. Fan‑club pre‑sale...
Mark Bradley And Legacy Concerts Join John Peters’ MassConcerts, Expanding Promoter’s Reach In Southeast US
MassConcerts announced the integration of independent promoter Mark Bradley’s Legacy Concerts, extending its reach across key Southeast markets such as Richmond, Nashville, Indianapolis, and Kansas City. Bradley, who founded Legacy in 2020 after a decade of independent promotion, will retain...
Madonna’s Surprise Times Square Takeover Debuts New ‘The Square’ Performance Space
Madonna surprised New York City with a six‑song performance that unveiled "The Square," a new multi‑use venue in Times Square. The space features a retractable stage that opens onto the iconic intersection, an 18,000‑square‑foot digital billboard, and proprietary Square Stream...
Randy Travis Cuts The Ribbon On Room Named In His Honor At The Nashville Palace
Country music legend Randy Travis officially opened the newly dedicated Randy Travis Room at Nashville Palace, marking the 40th anniversary of his debut album *Storms of Life*. The ceremony gathered longtime band members, rising stars and artists from other genres...
Laylo Launches New AI Ticket Sales Agent, Partners With DICE
Laylo has launched an AI‑powered Ticket Sales Agent that automatically follows up with fans in the voice of artists or promoters. The tool, already integrated with ticketing platform DICE and early adopter Stranger Than, claims to triple re‑engagement rates versus...
BTS, Cardi B, Lainey Wilson, Muse, Snoop Dogg And Others Will Perform At iHeartRadio Music Festival
The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival will take place September 18‑19 at the T‑Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, featuring a cross‑genre lineup that includes K‑pop megastar BTS, hip‑hop icon Cardi B, rock legends Muse, and rap pioneer Snoop Dogg. The two‑night event will be broadcast...
Travis Bolt Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut Before Upcoming CMA Fest Set And Summer Headline Shows
Rising Texas country singer Travis Bolt made his Grand Ole Opry debut on May 29, performing his TikTok‑viral hit “Never Tried Cocaine,” which has amassed over 45 million streams. The milestone follows a rapid ascent that includes opening for Paul Cauthen and...
Bryson Tiller Announces Dates For ‘The Neo Trapsoul Tour’
Grammy‑nominated R&B star Bryson Tiller announced a 61‑date "Neo Trapsoul" world tour, kicking off on Aug. 27 in Utah and wrapping in Australia on Jan. 27, 2027. The itinerary covers major markets in North America, Europe, the U.K., Australia and New Zealand, with...
The Neal Agency Signs Singer Landon Wilks
Rising Mississippi‑born country singer Landon Wilks has signed a booking agreement with The Neal Agency just ahead of releasing his debut EP, Young and Restless. Wilks broke through with the single “Leave Me Be,” which has already garnered millions of...
Caesars Entertainment Being Acquired For $6B By Golden Nugget / Houston Rockets Owner Fertitta
Fertitta Entertainment is set to acquire Caesars Entertainment for a cash price of $5.7 billion while assuming roughly $12 billion of Caesars' debt, bringing the total transaction value to about $17.6 billion. The deal offers Caesars shareholders $31 per share, a 49% premium...