Megan Moroney’s Cloud 9 debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 while Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” tops the Hot 100, marking a rare simultaneous chart victory for female country artists and signaling a shift in mainstream country representation.

Rapper Ghetts (Justin Clarke-Samuel) was sentenced to 12 years in prison and banned from driving for 17 years after a DUI hit-and-run that killed a 20-year-old student.

Tech N9ne and E-40 reunite for the 27-date Strange Wid’ It Tour starting April 12 in Nebraska, with King Iso opening.

Damon Whiteside will step down as Academy of Country Music CEO in June after six years, remaining CEO Emeritus through year’s end. He expanded membership, improved profitability, and moved the ACM Awards to Prime Video.

The DOJ’s antitrust case against Live Nation and Ticketmaster heads to trial, alleging monopoly practices that harm artists, venues, and fans. The companies deny wrongdoing.

BTS revealed the 14-song track list for Arirang, out March 20, with collaborators including Mike WiLL Made-It and El Guincho. A world tour launches April 9 in Goyang.

Lit is suing Sony Music over streaming royalty calculations tied to a pre-Spotify contract, alleging reduced pension and health contributions.

Robin Beck announced her 11th album Living Proof, arriving May 15, blending modern production with classic AOR style.

Sebastian Bach will front Twisted Sister’s 50th anniversary shows, replacing Dee Snider, who stepped down due to health issues. A Sept. 4 Alaska State Fair date is confirmed.

Charlotte de Witte canceled Australian shows due to escalating Middle East conflict affecting travel safety. Sydney is postponed pending a new date.

Billboard Comedy Albums Chart:

No. 1 Hazbin Hotel Season 2 Soundtrack

No. 2 Hazbin Hotel Season 1 Soundtrack

No. 3 Bo Burnham – Inside (The Songs) (247 weeks)

No. 4 Afroman – The Good Times (320 weeks)

No. 5 Mewgenics soundtrack

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