# genre pop (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover genre pop. Page: Feed: --- ## [Dolly Parton Cited by Judge as He Strikes Down Texas Drag Law as Unconstitutional](https://www.billboard.com/pro/dolly-parton-cited-by-judge-striking-down-texas-drag-law/) _2026-08-26 · Bill Donahue · Billboard_ The judge said the law was so broad that it might have even been turned against Parton for her "flamboyant clothes and breast exposure." ## [Tim Curry, Star of ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show,’ Dies at 80](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/tim-curry-death-rocky-horror-1236324959/) _2026-08-26 · Gil Kaufman · Billboard_ The acclaimed British actor, author, comedian and singer was best known for playing cross-dressing Dr. Frank-N-Furter in the iconic late night movie classic. ## [Juan Gabriel’s 20 Best Songs of All Time, Ranked (Staff Picks)](https://www.billboard.com/lists/best-juan-gabriel-songs/) _2026-08-26 · Isabela Raygoza · Billboard_ A decade after his death, Billboard celebrates Gabriel's greatest hits of all time. From heartbreak anthems to pop gems and mariachi classics, see which song takes the No. 1 spot. ## [Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Program Honored by Library of Congress: ‘Titan of Children’s Literacy’](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/dolly-parton-imagination-library-of-congress-1236324296/) _2026-08-26 · Hannah Dailey · Billboard_ The icon and literacy advocate died at the age of 80. ## [JAŸ-Z & Rick Rubin’s HBO Max Docuseries Has a Release Date: Watch a New Trailer](https://www.billboard.com/culture/tv-film/jay-z-rick-rubin-hbo-max-docuseries-release-date-trailer-1236324532/) _2026-08-26 · Angel Diaz · Billboard_ JAŸ-Z in 8 will feature eight episodes, with two airing every Friday starting in September. ## [Ella Langley Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton: ‘You Paved The Way For So Many To Be Brave’](https://www.billboard.com/music/country/ella-langley-dolly-parton-tribute-1236324882/) _2026-08-26 · Jessica Nicholson · Billboard_ The country icon passed away on Tuesday (Aug. 25) at age 80. ## [Alex Warren Talks New Album ‘Wild Child,’ Grief & Success of ‘Ordinary’ | Billboard News Interview](https://www.billboard.com/video/alex-warren-wild-child-interview/) _2026-08-26 · Stefanie Tanaka · Billboard_ Alex Warren opens up about the stories behind his new album Wild Child in this Billboard News Interview—from writing through grief and honoring his late parents to processing the life-changing success of his Billboard Hot 100 hit “Ordinary.” Alex WarrenYou have to think how many love songs I’ve written about this girl, you know? Like, \[…\] ## [SoundCloud to Allow Direct Music Purchases](https://www.billboard.com/pro/soundcloud-announces-direct-music-purchases/) _2026-08-26 · Ariel King · Billboard_ The new feature rolls out in beta with 200 Artist Pro users to provide their feedback ahead of a wider launch in the fall. ## [Pablo Alborán Cancels 2nd Show Due to Pneumonia: ‘I’m Recovering Little by Little’](https://www.billboard.com/music/latin/pablo-alboran-cancels-spain-concert-severe-pneumonia-1236321329/) _2026-08-26 · Sigal Ratner-Arias · Billboard_ The Spanish star provided an update on his health on Wednesday (Aug. 26). ## [Charli xcx Nominated for Best Original Song at 2026 World Soundtrack Awards: Will Oscar Nod Follow?](https://www.billboard.com/music/awards/2026-world-soundtrack-awards-nominations-list-charli-xcx-1236308817/) _2026-08-26 · Paul Grein · Billboard_ The 26th edition of the World Soundtrack Awards Ceremony & Concert is set for October. ## [Web Coding With AI, Live (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/tDiE709Xr8uD) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ Collaborative screen sharing with simultaneous remote control, open source. ## [Lil Nas X Says Fans Are Being ‘OD Nice’ to Him Since He Got Out of Rehab](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/lil-nas-x-after-rehab-fans-nice-1236324464/) _2026-08-25 · Angel Diaz · Music News – Billboard_ The "Old Town Road" rapper/singer seems to be in positive spirits since finding himself in legal trouble last summer. ## [A Timeline of Dolly Parton’s Good Deeds](https://www.billboard.com/lists/dolly-parton-good-deeds-timeline/) _2026-08-25 · Rania Aniftos · Music News – Billboard_ A timeline of the country superstar’s biggest philanthropic efforts. ## [Bruce Springsteen & Alex Warren to Play Stand Up for Heroes on 20th Anniversary of Veterans Benefit Show](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/stand-up-heroes-2026-lineup-bruce-springsteen-alex-warren-1236324015/) _2026-08-25 · Hannah Dailey · Music News – Billboard_ The show will also feature comedy performances from Jon Stewart, Josh Johnson and Hasan Minhaj. ## [Olivia Rodrigo to Guest Host on iHeartRadio One Day Before Her Inaugural Daisy Chain Fields Festival](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/olivia-rodrigo-daisy-chain-fields-radio-specials-1236323880/) _2026-08-25 · Hannah Dailey · Music News – Billboard_ iHeart will also exclusively broadcast sets from the festival. ## [Lady Gaga’s Fiancé Michael Polansky Has a Biotech Startup Involving AI & Living Skin](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/lady-gaga-fiance-polansky-biotech-startup-1236323749/) _2026-08-25 · Gil Kaufman · Music News – Billboard_ Outer Biosciences is also using AI to predict the next gen of skin-disease treatments by sourcing skin that would typically be discarded after surgery. ## [Harry Styles Reveals the Surprisingly Deep Reason He Takes a Shower Immediately After Every Show](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/harry-styles-showers-after-shows-surprisingly-deep-reason-1236323794/) _2026-08-25 · Hannah Dailey · Music News – Billboard_ It's not just about hygiene for the singer (although that's important, too). ## [Billboard Affirms Commitment to Transparency Around AI-Generated Music](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/ai-generated-music-billboard-transparency-1236323619/) _2026-08-25 · Katie Atkinson · Music News – Billboard_ Billboard is optimistic about new tools that will tag and identify AI-created songs, including Luminate's proprietary AI detection program. ## [Reggie Watts Dropped From Podcast Intro & Comedy Festivals After Report Alleging Disturbing Behavior in Romantic Relationships](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/reggie-watts-dropped-comedy-festivals-disturbing-report-1236323431/) _2026-08-24 · Hannah Dailey · Music News – Billboard_ A recent piece brought to light several claims of "reckless" drug use, psychological abuse & more. ## [Adam Scott Reveals the Impression Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s Wedding Left on Him](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-wedding-left-impression-adam-scott-1236323290/) _2026-08-24 · Alicia Urrea · Music News – Billboard_ The Severance star shared that he also earned some points with his daughter, who's a Swiftie. ## [Rosalía’s ‘La Perla’ ‘Wouldn’t Exist’ Without Paquita la del Barrio’s ‘Rata de dos Patas’](https://www.billboard.com/music/latin/rosalia-la-perla-paquita-la-del-barrio-rata-de-dos-patas-1236322559/) _2026-08-23 · Sigal Ratner-Arias · Billboard_ Read Rosalía's explanation from her first of five nights at Mexico City's Palacio de los Deportes, where she welcomed Kenia Os into her "confessional." ## [Stream Torrents and IPTV Instantly (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/bYKQipmaUm5E) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Search, index, and play music, movies, books, and live TV in your browser. ## [ZZ Top Returns to Stage for First Show Since Drummer Frank Beard’s Death](https://www.billboard.com/music/rock/zz-top-first-show-drummer-frank-beard-death-1236322554/) _2026-08-23 · Mitchell Peters · Billboard_ "We’re all here for a celebration," frontman Billy Gibbons said. ## [Dolly Parton Says She’s Exploring ‘Avatar Performances’](https://www.billboard.com/music/country/dolly-parton-health-update-1236322526/) _2026-08-23 · Jessica Lynch · Billboard_ "I am dealing with some health issues that I just didn't pay attention to when I was watching over Carl," Parton said. ## [King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard Bring Out Max Weinberg at Forest Hills Stadium](https://www.billboard.com/music/rock/king-gizzard-and-the-lizard-wizard-max-weinberg-1236322524/) _2026-08-23 · Jessica Lynch · Billboard_ The E Street Band drummer filled in for his son Jay Weinberg, who has become a recurring guest with the band. ## [Dale Morris, Nashville Manager Who Guided Careers of Alabama & Kenny Chesney, Dies at 89](https://www.billboard.com/business/management/dale-morris-death-manager-alabama-kenny-chesney-dies-1236322517/) _2026-08-22 · Mitchell Peters · Billboard_ The longtime Nashville manager also represented Martina McBride, Barbara Mandrell andJake Owen. ## [Olivia Rodrigo Drops ‘Handmaid’s Tale’-Inspired ‘Serena Joy’ as CD Single at Indie Record Store](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/olivia-rodrigo-serena-joy-cd-single-indie-record-store-1236322505/) _2026-08-22 · Mitchell Peters · Billboard_ A limited number of copies were available at Analog Music Shop, near the site of her upcoming Daisy Chain Fields festival in SoCal. ## [Kehlani Delivers Superstar Set at Brooklyn Stop of Triumphant World Tour: 5 Best Moments](https://www.billboard.com/lists/kehlani-brooklyn-concert-best-moments-cardi-b/) _2026-08-22 · Kyle-Brandon Denis · Billboard_ The Oakland R&B savant proved exactly why she's the cover star of Billboard 's 2026 R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players issue. ## [Janie Bradford, Early Motown Songwriter & ‘Money (That’s What I Want)’ Co-Writer, Dies at 87](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/janie-bradford-death-motown-songwriter-dies-1236322487/) _2026-08-22 · Mitchell Peters · Billboard_ She also co-wrote songs recorded by Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and Mary Wells. ## [BigXthaPlug Faces Drug and Gun Charges One Year After Last Arrest](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/bigxthaplug-arrested-texas-drug-gun-charges-1236322443/) _2026-08-22 · Mitchell Peters · Billboard_ The rapper was forced to miss his performance at Winnipeg’s Country Rising Festival. ## [‘The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only LIVE’: Here’s How to Watch the Concert Special Online for Free](https://www.billboard.com/culture/product-recommendations/vampire-lestat-one-night-only-live-watch-stream-online-free-1236320217/) _2026-08-22 · Camila Quimper · Billboard_ The actor took the stage in character as Lestat for a special performance featuring six songs written by the series’ composer Daniel Hart. ## [Here’s Where to Watch 2026 U.S. Open Tennis Championships: Best Ways to Livestream the Grand Slam Online](https://www.billboard.com/culture/product-recommendations/us-open-tennis-championships-2026-watch-online-free-1236318601/) _2026-08-22 · Rudie Obias · Billboard_ The tennis tournament begins on Aug. 23. Here's how to watch the action online for free. ## [Non-custodial Crypto Payments & Escrow (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/16WmcMnWkSWs) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto with trustless escrow, instant confirmations, and no KYC ## [Karol G, Maluma & More Unite for Colombia Earthquake Relief & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music](https://www.billboard.com/music/latin/karol-g-maluma-colombia-earthquake-relief-mana-apple-music-1236322398/) _2026-08-22 · Isabela Raygoza · Billboard_ Plus, Maná becomes the first Latin act to perform for Apple Music's Rediscovered series, and Elvis Crespo returns to NYC for a free concert. ## [Holly Humberstone Sets Biggest Australian Tour Yet for 2027](https://www.billboard.com/music/concerts/holly-humberstone-australian-tour-2027-1236322391/) _2026-08-22 · Jessica Lynch · Billboard_ The run supports Cruel World , Humberstone's second studio album, released April 10 through Polydor Records. ## [Robbie Williams to Perform at Australia’s Melbourne Cup Day](https://www.billboard.com/music/concerts/robbie-williams-2026-melbourne-cup-1236322393/) _2026-08-22 · Jessica Lynch · Billboard_ The record-breaking British pop star will play the Flemington mounting yard before kicking off his BRITPOP arena run. ## [Jorja Smith Sets Three Australian Dates for 2027 Tour](https://www.billboard.com/music/concerts/jorja-smith-2027-australian-tour-1236322387/) _2026-08-22 · Jessica Lynch · Billboard_ The British singer brings her new album, What Are the Odds , to Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne in November next year. ## [Tupac Murder Trial Week 1 Recap: An ‘Act of Revenge,’ Heated Testimony & Police Tapes](https://www.billboard.com/pro/tupac-murder-trial-week-1-recap/) _2026-08-22 · Rachel Scharf · Billboard_ Billboard is summing up the key moments from the first week of the epic murder trial over the hip-hop legend's 1996 killing. ## [Fivio Foreign Pivots to Christian Rap, But Don’t Call Him a Gospel Artist: ‘I Don’t Want to Put It in a Category’](https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/fivio-foreign-christian-rap-gospel-1236322293/) _2026-08-21 · Angel Diaz · Billboard_ The Brooklyn rapper is trying to make rap music that's positive and is working on a new project. ## [The Game Responds to Allegations That He Takes Shots at Kendrick Lamar on New Album: ‘Ain’t Diss Nobody on That Song’](https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/the-game-kendrick-lamar-drake-diss-allegations-response-1236322291/) _2026-08-21 · Angel Diaz · Billboard_ The Compton rapper alludes to Kendrick & Drake's beef multiple times on The Documentary III , but claims he's not throwing shots. ## [What to Wear to Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields Music Festival, From ’70s Boho to 2010s Alt-Pop](https://www.billboard.com/culture/product-recommendations/what-to-wear-daisy-chain-fields-music-festival-shop-online-1236321135/) _2026-08-21 · Sophie Dunne · Billboard_ Get your festival 'fits ready for KATSEYE, Doechii, Chappell Roan, Stevie Nicks & more. ## [In Canada: Drake Dominates 80% of Spotify’s Global Impact List for the First Half of 2026](https://www.billboard.com/pro/drake-spotify-global-streaming-list-canada-music-news/) _2026-08-21 · Chris Eggertsen · Billboard_ Also up north this week: Montreal's LASSO country festival sees rapid growth and Drizzy celebrates the opening of Ottowa's newest music hub. ## [Los Lobos Settles Sony Music Lawsuit Over ‘Desperado’ Movie Soundtrack Royalties](https://www.billboard.com/pro/los-lobos-settles-sony-music-lawsuit-desperado-soundtrack/) _2026-08-21 · Rachel Scharf · Billboard_ The Chicano rock band is still suing a different Sony subsidiary over the La Bamba film soundtrack. ## [Mattel’s ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Dolls Sing ‘Golden’ & Sport Iconic Outfits From the Award-Winning Film](https://www.billboard.com/culture/product-recommendations/mattel-kpop-demon-hunters-dolls-shop-online-1236294177/) _2026-08-21 · Sophie Dunne · Billboard_ The collection includes a Jinu doll and six HUNTR/X-inspired figures who also sing. ## [Los Ángeles Azules & TINI’s ‘Pa’ Él’ & More: Vote for the Best New Latin Music Release This Week](https://www.billboard.com/music/latin/best-new-latin-music-poll-los-angeles-azules-tini-yuridia-1236321919/) _2026-08-21 · Jessica Roiz · Billboard_ Which new Latin music release is your favorite? Vote below! ## [Phoebe Bridgers Earns Her First Billboard Airplay No. 1 With ‘Lost Boys’](https://www.billboard.com/music/chart-beat/phoebe-bridgers-lost-boys-number-1-adult-alternative-airplay-1236322148/) _2026-08-21 · Kevin Rutherford · Billboard_ The lead single from Lost Weekend tops the Adult Alternative Airplay chart. ## [Executive Turntable: Valeisha Butterfield Joins Guitar Center Music Foundation As CEO & Executive Director](https://www.billboard.com/lists/valeisha-butterfield-ceo-guitar-center-music-foundation/) _2026-08-21 · Ariel King · Billboard_ This week's column features the Neal Agency partnering with WIN and more music industry promotions and hires at Mediabase, UTA, Oak View Group and more. ## [Why I’m Entering the Grammys’ New Asian Pop Category Despite the Backlash (Guest Column)](https://www.billboard.com/pro/grammys-asian-pop-category-why-entering-backlash-op-ed/) _2026-08-21 · Chris Eggertsen · Billboard_ While the controversy over the new category is understandable, we shouldn’t overlook its possibilities. ## [Luke Combs Claims His 21st Country Airplay No. 1 With ‘Be By You’ — Here’s Why It’s an Outlier](https://www.billboard.com/music/chart-beat/luke-combs-be-by-you-number-1-country-airplay-chart-1236322133/) _2026-08-21 · Russ Penuell · Billboard_ It’s the star’s third leader from his album The Way I Am . ## [The Dance Floor Isn’t Dead: Can Dance Music’s New Mainstream Surge in the U.S. Last?](https://www.billboard.com/pro/dance-music-booming-slayyyter-john-summit-can-it-last/) _2026-08-21 · Katie Bain · Billboard_ The genre is growing faster than the wider industry, bringing renewed attention to the scene. ## [City Pop Waves Proves Japan’s Retro Sound Is Still Making New Fans in London](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/city-pop-waves-london-recap-masayoshi-takanaka-junko-yagami-1236322108/) _2026-08-21 · Katie Atkinson · Music News – Billboard_ The three Japanese artists who graced the stage for the U.K.'s City Pop Waves were Masayoshi Takanaka, Junko Yagami & Himiko Kikuchi. ## [Sam Smith, ENHYPEN, Weezer & More: Which New Music Release Is Your Favorite This Week? Vote!](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/sam-smith-enhypen-stella-lefty-best-new-music-this-week-poll-1236322033/) _2026-08-21 · Kyle-Brandon Denis · Music News – Billboard_ Stella Lefty, Destin Conrad, The Game and Rapsody also dropped fresh projects. ## [Keigo Higashino’s Posthumous ‘Eien no Kioku’ Tops Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 With Record Points for a Novel](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/keigo-higashino-eien-no-kioku-billboard-japan-book-hot-100-1236322097/) _2026-08-21 · Katie Atkinson · Music News – Billboard_ Eiichiro Oda's ONE PIECE Vol. 115 climbs 17-2 following the release of its digital edition, topping the e-books metric.