R&B icon D’Angelo has died at 51 after battling cancer. Known for Brown Sugar and Voodoo, he leaves behind a lasting neo-soul legacy. bit.ly/3ZAngelo

Two inmates, Rashid Gedel and Samuel Dodsworth, have been charged with the prison murder of Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins, who was serving a 29-year sentence. bit.ly/3WWatkins

Iron Maiden will reissue Live After Death on vinyl for its 40th anniversary Nov 28, featuring colored vinyl and a replica tour program. bit.ly/4Maiden40

Spotify partners with Netflix to bring video podcasts to the streamer in early 2026, reporting strong audiobook growth—up 36% YoY. bit.ly/3SpotNet

Irving Azoff’s Iconic Artists Group has acquired Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack’s name, image, and likenes. bit.ly/3IconicSinatra

The IFPI has shut down Y2mate.com. bit.ly/3IFPIban

Behringer unveiled the CZ-1 Mini. bit.ly/3CZmini

Steve Howe of Yes will release an EP of unreleased Bob Dylan covers, out Dec 5. bit.ly/3HoweEP

Panic! At The Disco reunites to perform at When We Were Young Fest in Las Vegas. bit.ly/3PanicFest

The Heavy Music Collective will recover unpaid streaming royalties for heavy music songwriters. bit.ly/3HMCroyalties

Dark Tranquillity and Alone Records announce a 17-cassette box. bit.ly/4DTbox

Billboard Hot Hip-Hop/R&B Chart:

5. Yukon – Justin Bieber

4. It Depends – Chris Brown ft. Bryson Tiller

3. Luther – Kendrick Lamar & SZA

2. Folded – Kehlani

1. Mutt – Leon Thomas

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