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Watch Sheryl Crow Surprise Fans With New ‘Cars’ Song ‘Built to Last’ Ahead of Spin-Off Disney Jr. Series
The Grammy-winning singer/songwriter contributed 10 additional songs to Cars: Lightning Racers , following her original 2006 Cars track "Real Gone."
SEVENTEEN’s Vernon Says ‘I’ll Be Back’ With New Single as He Enlists in South Korean Military
The rapper turns a track into a meaningful moment for fans, giving them something to revisit while he's away for mandatory military service.
20 Questions With DJ Harvey: ‘Once My Rent’s Paid & I Can Eat Sushi, I Stop Working’
"For me, there's more money, more people, more parties, more everything, and it's generally very, very healthy," DJ Harvey says of the scene ahead of his Ministry Of Sound set this weekend.
Yungblud Crowd-Surfs in a Wheelchair During His Show After Breaking His Leg
The singer got creative with his performance at Portugal's Vilar de Mouros festival.
Bunnie Xo Is Having a ‘Baddie Bunnie Summer’ After Jelly Roll Divorce: ‘I’m Just Thriving’
"Ladies, they never should have let me back out in the streets because I love it here," she joked.
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Saja Boys Members Andrew Choi and Neckwav Set Live U.K. Performance Debut in London
The voices of Jinu and Abby from the Netflix global phenomenon are slated to play Outernet Live for one night only.
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Hillary Clinton and Paul Rudd Teaming Up For Karaoke Fundraiser in Defense of Democracy
The special Oct. 19 event will help support the Latino Victory Project and Onward Together.
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Bushes Make a Cameo in NFL’s New ‘Celly’ Dance Promo: Watch It Now
The recognizable foliage gets an unexpected encore in 2026 promo celebrating players' viral celebration dances.
Post Malone Is Engaged to Christy Lee
Malone and Lee were first linked in early 2025.
Cynthia Erivo to Be Honored at American Ballet Theatre’s 2026 Fall Gala
In a nod to the Halloween season, “Angels and Demons” is the theme of this year’s Fall Gala.
Niall Horan Asks Fans to Help Him Choose the Setlist for His ‘Dinner Party’ Tour
"It's gotten so much tougher with 4 albums now so I need your help," Horan wrote on Instagram.
Perennial Oscar Nominee Diane Warren Writes Title Song for Mark Wahlberg Film ‘By Any Means’
David Kushner and The Isley Brothers perform the song for the film, which is set in the civil rights era of the 1960s.
What to Expect From the Music of ‘MST3K: The RiffTrax Experiments,’ According to Mike, Kevin & Bill
As they return to the Satellite of Love, Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Murphy and Bill Corbett delve into the show's song parody history and what's yet to come.
Jamie T Shares Nostalgic New Single ‘3310’ & Upcoming Album Release Date: Here’s When It Arrives
The British indie icon will return with his sixth full-length effort later this year.
‘Lost Weekend’ In Space: How Artists Like Phoebe Bridgers Turn Planetariums Into Music Venues
Behind the scenes with astronomy experts from the Liberty Science Center, where Bridgers showed up on the eve of her acclaimed new album's release.
YEONJUN Takes Over The Troubadour for One Night Only
Billboard and HYBE brought lucky fans together for an intimate night celebrating YEONJUN
Solange Honors Late ‘Bring It On’ Costar Hayden Panettiere With Emotional Tribute: ‘The Light Surrounds You Now’
"The world watched you so courageously live in your radical truth, telling your story," the singer wrote.
miwa & Koganei Niko (hololive) Talk Collaborative Song ‘Seien,’ Power of Fans’ ‘Cheers’: Interview
Billboard Japan spoke with them in a roundtable-style interview about the emotions behind the track & more.
Beabadoobee, Jorja Smith & Nemzzz Set to Headline All-New Spotify ‘Hometown’ Series
The streaming platform will also partner with each artist to support local community initiatives.
Shakira Pledges $1.25 Million to Rebuild Colombia Schools After Earthquake
Shakira has committed an initial $1.25 million — with Global Citizen, Live Nation and CAF — to rebuild schools damaged by the earthquake in Colombia's Chocó region.
Hayden Panettiere’s Music Career, ‘Nashville’ & Beyond: 5 Things to Know
The actress charted country hits & even earned a Grammy nomination.
Jonas Brothers Are ‘Burning Up’ Again With New 45-City Tour
"The response was so overwhelming announcing the MSG shows that we knew we couldn't stop at New York," the band said.
John Summit Cancels Remaining August Shows, Saying ‘I Need To Recharge My Battery’ Before Fall Arena Tour
Summit will no longer play four European festivals this month.
Yungblud Breaks His Leg in Motorcycle Accident, Says He’s Still ‘Giggin”
Apparently, a broken leg is no problem for the British rocker's touring schedule.
Taylor Swift Praises Phoebe Bridgers’ New Album: ‘An Absolute Triumph in Every Way’
Swift's review comes just a few days after the release of Bridgers' Lost Weekend .
Looking Ahead: A Release Calendar of Upcoming Albums in 2026
We'll be updating our list as musicians announce their new music, so keep checking back for the latest!
Diplo Reveals He Has a 1-Year-Old Daughter in Family Vacation Photos
"id rather lose sleep with my family then at a club or a rave this summer," the producer wrote.
JENNIE Offers Heartfelt Apology After Fans Felt ‘Disappointed’ by BLACKPINK’s 10th Anniversary
"Our 10th anniversary should have been a moment where we could just celebrate and be happy together," she wrote.
Fan Army Face-Off 2026 Enters the Finals: Vote Now to Determine the Winner
Which artist's fan army is the strongest?
’10 Things I Hate About You’ Broadway Musical Adaptation With Music By Carly Rae Jepsen Coming in 2027
The reboot of the 1999 Shakespeare-inspired film will feature a book co-written by Girls ' Lena Dunham.
Glastonbury 2027 Potential Headliners Ranked: Who Could Lead Next Year’s Festival?
After taking a fallow year, the festival is gearing up for a blockbuster return next summer.
Fans Choose Ayra Starr’s ‘Starrgirl’ as This Week’s Favorite New Music
The Nigerian singer's new album brought in more than 87% of the vote.