Sabrina Carpenter Sets Album Release Date

Sabrina Carpenter has confirmed that her next album, Man’s Best Friend, drops August 29th. It follows her hit 2024 release Short and Sweet. The lead single “Manchild” arrived June 6th.

Beach Boys Legend Brian Wilson Dies at 82

Brian Wilson, co-founder and creative genius behind The Beach Boys, has died at 82. A pioneer of the “California sound,” Wilson leaves behind a catalog that forever shaped pop music, including Pet Sounds, “California Girls,” and “Good Vibrations.”

BTS Anniversary & Break-In Drama

Just hours after completing his military service, BTS’s Jungkook faced a break-in attempt. A woman in her 30s was arrested after repeatedly entering his home keypad code. Meanwhile, today marks BTS’s 12th anniversary. J-Hope celebrates with a new single, “Killin’ It Girl,” and a sold-out concert in Seoul.

Grammys Split Country Album Category

The Recording Academy is splitting its Best Country Album category. Starting in 2026, there will be two awards:

• Best Contemporary Country Album

• Best Traditional Country Album

Nominees for the 68th Grammys will be announced November 7th.

Bonnaroo to Stream Exclusively on Hulu

Can’t make it to Bonnaroo? Hulu’s got you. The festival streams June 12–15 and features Olivia Rodrigo, Tyler the Creator, Vampire Weekend, Avril Lavigne, and more.

Hozier Reschedules After Onstage Illness

Hozier has postponed two tour stops after struggling through his June 8th Governors Ball set. The June 10th and 12th shows will now happen July 15th and 22nd. He says he’ll be back in time for Bonnaroo.

Suede Share New Single, Announce Orchestral Show

Suede have released “Trance State,” the second single from upcoming album Antidepressants (out September 5th). They’ve also announced a four-night residency at London’s Southbank Centre, including their first-ever orchestral headline show.

Stormzy Launches Merky Films

Stormzy has launched Merky Films. Its first project, Big Man, stars Stormzy as a retired rapper and is directed by Oscar-winner Aneil Karia. It premieres June 18th on YouTube.

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