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Michael Jackson became the first artist with Top 10 Billboard Hot 100 hits in six decades as “Thriller” re-entered the chart at No.10. The Halloween boost and his upcoming biopic trailer fueled the surge.

Vince Gill will receive the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award at the 59th CMA Awards Nov. 19, honoring his decades of contributions to country music.

BTS is preparing new music for their 2026 comeback, with album photoshoots and videos underway for a planned March release.

An ultra-rare Mariah Carey demo tape from producer Arthur Baker’s archives goes to auction Dec. 2–11 via Wax Poetics, featuring early songs and covers that led to her discovery.

Sabrina Carpenter will star in and produce a new Alice in Wonderland musical film for Universal, directed by Lorene Scafaria.

GenAI country act Breaking Rust tops Spotify’s Viral 50 and Billboard’s Country Digital Song Sales, while far-right music dominates the Netherlands’ Viral 50 amid elections.

The Hollywood Bowl named its stage after composer John Williams — the first artist so honored in the venue’s 103-year history.

Cleto Escobedo III, longtime Jimmy Kimmel Live bandleader and childhood friend of Kimmel, has passed away.

A lost Frozen cover by Death’s Chuck Schuldiner has surfaced, recorded during his cancer battle using guitar and drum machine.

Ex-Mushroomhead frontman Jeffrey Hatrix reports his cancer is in remission after alternative treatments; he’s suing drummer Steve Felton for royalties.

EPICA postponed its Dec. 2025 Asian tour to Sept. 2026 due to Simone Simons’s health; tickets remain valid. blabbermouth.net/...health

Billboard Soundtracks Chart

5. F1: The Album – 19 wks

4. Wicked – 50 wks

3. A Charlie Brown Christmas – 228 wks

2. The Nightmare Before Christmas – 95 wks

1. Kpop Demon Hunters – 20 wks

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Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl holds No. 1 for a fifth week with 120K units. Florence + the Machine’s Everybody Scream debuts at No. 4, their fifth top 10 album. Tyler, The Creator’s CHROMAKOPIA reissue surges from 117 to 5.

Katy Perry’s Bandaids tops Billboard’s fan-voted poll with 44%, praised for its emotional honesty about moving on from a long-term relationship.

Perry’s manager Bradford Cobb reignites tension with Wendy’s after the chain’s planned closures and prior social media jabs. Perry responded with a post promoting self-belief.

Salt-N-Pepa, joined by DJ Spinderella, enter the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame—Spinderella becomes the first female DJ inductee. The trio also continues their legal battle with UMG over master rights.

Midnight Oil’s Rob Hirst releases A Hundred Years or More, written while battling stage 3 pancreatic cancer, featuring collaborations with his daughters and bandmates. Out Nov 14.

Country artist Colt Ford says he saw Toby Keith during a near-death experience following a heart attack; claims Keith told him to return. Ford, aka Jason Farris Brown, has faced multiple health challenges.

Stanley Simmons, the sons of KISS’s Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, debut Body Down Dec 5 with an accompanying video and full album in progress.

Evergrey drop Oxygen! ahead of a European tour with Katatonia. The band calls it their heaviest track yet, following 2024’s Theories of Emptiness.

Tesla announce a covers project highlighting Jeff Keith’s vocals, with tracks by The Temptations and Supertramp, produced by Brian Wheat.

Top Singles:

5. Man I Need – Olivia Dean

4. Opalite – Taylor Swift

3. Ordinary – Alex Warren

2. Golden – HUNTR/X

1. The Fate of Ophelia – Taylor Swift

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The 2026 Grammy nominations are out, with Kendrick Lamar leading all artists with nine nods.

People

Luminate has partnered with Tencent Music to include China’s streaming and sales data for the first time, expanding Billboard’s global charts and improving accuracy worldwide.

Music Business Worldwide

Journey announced their farewell Final Frontier Tour, kicking off February 28, 2026, in Hershey, Pennsylvania, with 60 North American dates celebrating five decades of music.

Music-News

Morrissey has canceled all remaining 2025 shows, citing “extreme exhaustion,” with refunds available for Latin America and Europe dates.

Music-News

Lionsgate says Antoine Fuqua’s Michael biopic isn’t yet confirmed as a two-parter, with the focus still on one complete story ahead of its February release.

NME

Mariah Carey faces backlash over her new Sephora Christmas ad, where she saves the holiday from striking elves led by Billy Eichner. Critics called the “It’s Time” spot tone-deaf amid economic struggles, prompting boycott calls.

Today

And it’s Friday—here’s some new music out today:

• “La Perla” – Rosalía & Yahritza y su Esencia
• Apple Music
• “Out the Window” – Kehlani
• Apple Music
• “New Trip” – Quavo, Yeat & BYNX
• Apple Music
• “On and On” – Sam Gellaitry
• Apple Music
• “Bandaids” – Katy Perry
• Apple Music

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Thursday, November 6, 2025

Live Nation posted record third-quarter revenue of $8.5 billion—up 11% year-over-year—fueled by stadium-show demand and 26 million tickets already sold for 2026.

Music Business Worldwide

50 Cent will invest $50 million in downtown Shreveport to build an entertainment hub under G-Unit Films & Television Inc., part of a new tax district aimed at reviving the city’s economy.

IBTimes

Former Guns N’ Roses manager Alan Niven is suing the band over claims they’re blocking his memoir Sound N’ Fury, arguing a 1991 confidentiality agreement was never valid.

Variety

Calvin Harris will headline a two-year Las Vegas residency at Wynn Las Vegas starting in 2026, performing at XS Nightclub and Encore Beach Club.

Billboard

Gwen Stefani released “Shake the Snow Globe,” an Amazon Music Original from the deluxe edition of You Make It Feel Like Christmas, arriving November 14 with an extra track titled “Hot Cocoa.”

Billboard

Amazon Music launched its holiday Originals lineup featuring Stefani, Kylie Minogue, Marc Anthony, and Mariah the Scientist, plus festive merch with Mariah Carey and others.

Digital Music News

A Very Awesome Yo Gabba Gabba! Christmas! features My Chemical Romance and Devo’s Mark Mothersbaugh on 20 tracks drawn from the show’s holiday episodes.

Billboard

Mandopop star JJ Lin dropped “Atlas of Tomorrow,” the Honor of Kings 10th-anniversary theme song, which debuted at No. 1 on multiple Chinese charts.

Billboard

BTS members Jimin and Jung Kook return December 3 on Disney+ for Season 2 of their travel series Are You Sure?!, filmed in Switzerland and Vietnam.

Billboard

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Bob Dylan received an honorary Doctor of Music from Berklee College of Music, his first from a U.S. school since 1970. A concert of Dylan classics marks the occasion. rollingstone.com/...9178Machine Gun Kelly’s Lost Americana Tour struggles with weak sales, blamed on high prices, hype, and no new music. Fans predict steep price drops.

Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong praised Taylor Swift for covering “Time of Your Life” and discussed his bond with son Joey, who’s forging his own path in music.

Nine Inch Nails’ Future Ruins fest was canceled over logistics; fans report delays in refunds, with organizers urging contact if none arrive after 30 days.

Katy Perry teases bruised artwork for her new single “Bandaids,” out tomorrow, following 2023’s 143 and her Lifetimes tour.

After a reported assault, Todd Snider’s tour was canceled; he was later arrested for disorderly conduct and threats after returning to a hospital.

Randy Travis joins the Nashville Symphony Nov. 15 for More Life Tour with James Dupré and his original band.

Drake faces a class-action suit claiming Spotify enabled fake streams via bots, inflating his 122B plays. Spotify denies wrongdoing.

New Orleans earns UNESCO Creative City of Music status, honoring its global cultural influence and musical legacy.

Amazon Music beta users can now test Alexa Plus AI, offering smart music recs, song ID from clues, and artist insights.

DOKKEN dropped “Hard Rock Woman,” a 1978 track with Levin, Lordon, and Allen—possibly their last release due to Don Dokken’s hand paralysis.

Behemoth’s Nergal and Misþyrming will perform Sventevith in full at Beyond The Gates 2026 for its 30th anniversary.

Adult Contemporary Chart

5. Stargazing – Myles Smith

4. Lose Control – Teddy Swims

3. Beautiful Things – Benson Boone

2. Die With a Smile – Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars

1. Ordinary – Alex Warren

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Hilary Duff returns after a decade with her new single “Mature” out Nov 6, alongside a docuseries chronicling her comeback. Collaborators include husband Matthew Koma.

The Grateful Dead mourn Donna Jean Godchaux, who passed at 78 after battling cancer. She joined in 1971, shaping their 70s sound.

Australia’s first Strummingbird Festival launched successfully with Jelly Roll and James Johnston. Live Nation plans a 2026 return.

Todd Snider canceled his High, Lonesome and Then Some 2025 tour after being assaulted before a Salt Lake City show.

Megan Thee Stallion’s “Lover Girl” debuts at No. 38 on the Hot 100, breaking a two-week rap drought in the Top 40.

Mitchell Tenpenny drops “Therapy,” a breakup anthem written with Andy Albert, Chris DeStefano, and Thomas Archer.

Bad Company won’t reunite for their Rock Hall induction; Paul Rodgers can’t perform due to health concerns.

Apple rebrands Apple TV+ to Apple TV, adding a new Finneas-composed intro sound and colorful logo animation.

Jimmy Eat World’s Something(s) Loud EP arrives Nov 14, featuring new track “Failure” and unreleased material.

Download Festival 2026 (June 10–14) will feature Limp Bizkit, Guns N’ Roses, and Linkin Park as headliners.

WWIZ-FM 103.9 switches to all-Christmas music through New Year’s as “Christmas 104,” continuing its holiday tradition.

Billboard 200:

5. Man’s Best Friend – Sabrina Carpenter

4. Deadbeat – Tame Impala

3. I’m The Problem – Morgan Wallen

2. KPop Demon Hunters – Soundtrack

1. The Life of a Showgirl – Taylor Swift

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Rush’s 2026 reunion tour is facing slow ticket sales despite high anticipation. alt.net/s/rush

Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl holds No. 1 on Billboard 200 for a fourth week. bb.com/s/taylor90

Billboard announced Billboard India, launching early 2026 with charts, events, and editorial coverage. bb.com/s/india2026

Alan Jackson’s farewell concert at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium sold out instantly. kcim.com/s/jackson

Marshall and Music Venue Trust launch Marshall Nights, over 20 UK gigs spotlighting 60+ grassroots artists. rocksound.tv/s/marshall

Ball State University hosts Tina — The Tina Turner Musical Nov. 19 at Emens Auditorium. starpress.com/s/tina

The Cure’s The Show of a Lost World concert film releases Dec. 11. pfork.com/s/curefilm

Savatage return after nearly 20 years with Prelude To Madness, a 2026 European tour. lsound.com/s/savatage

Mötley Crüe celebrate Theatre Of Pain’s 40th anniversary with a deluxe box set including vinyl, book, and unreleased demos. mi.net/s/crue40

Disturbed announce an indefinite touring hiatus. ms.net/s/disturbed

Sludge supergroup Sun Don’t Shine (Crowbar, Down, Type O Negative members) debut album Birth to Death arrives in 2026. revolvermag.com/s/sds

The Pretty Reckless release holiday EP Pretty Reckless Christmas, featuring a rock version of “Where Are You Christmas?” and four new tracks. bb.com/s/momsen

Top Singles:

5. Elizabeth Taylor – Taylor Swift

4. Opalite – Taylor Swift

3. Ordinary – Alex Warren

2. Golden – HUNTR/X

1. The Fate of Ophelia – Taylor Swift bb.com/s/hot100

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Billie Eilish is donating $11.5 million from her Hit Me Hard and Soft world tour to charities focused on food equity, climate justice, and carbon reduction.

Music News

A Seoul court has ruled that NewJeans must honor their contract with label ADOR until 2029, rejecting their attempt to terminate early and setting a major precedent for K-pop contracts.

Music News

Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham have reconnected after years of estrangement, appearing separately on Song Exploder to discuss the reissue of their 1973 album Buckingham Nicks.

Music News

Megadeth’s final album, due January 23 2026, will include a new version of Ride the Lightning, which Dave Mustaine co-wrote before leaving Metallica—a tribute meant as career closure, not reconciliation.

Variety

Simone Quilici, director of Rome’s Colosseum, has denied viral rumors of EDM raves at the historic site, clarifying that only acoustic, jazz, theatrical, or dance performances are being considered.

NME

New Music Friday – Fresh Tracks:

• Mother – Tyler, the Creator
• Apple Music
• Berghain – Rosalía, Björk & Yves Tumor
• Apple Music
• Sympathy Magic – Florence & The Machine
• Apple Music
• Leather Weather – The Neighbourhood
• Apple Music
• Mumble Rap – Kodak Black & Pharrell Williams
• Apple Music

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Mumford & Sons have announced their new album Prizefighter, out February 13 2026 via Island Records, featuring guest appearances from Gracie Abrams and Hozier.

Billboard

RM of BTS became the first K-pop artist to keynote the APEC CEO Summit in South Korea, comparing K-pop to “bibimbap” and urging leaders to embrace creativity and diversity.

Billboard

Sting will headline “Studio 60,” a special concert at San Francisco’s Palace of Fine Arts on February 6 ahead of Super Bowl LX, with tickets starting at $750.

Billboard

Drake has filed an appeal after a judge dismissed his defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us.”

Digital Music News

Cam’ron is suing J. Cole, claiming he was never paid for his work on the song “Ready ’24” and seeks at least $500,000 in unpaid royalties.

Music Business Worldwide

Nintendo and Laced Records will release the first official U.S. vinyl edition of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Original Soundtrack, available as an 8-LP deluxe box and 2-LP set.

Pitchfork

Adobe Firefly now includes two AI tools—Generate Soundtrack and Generate Speech—to create licensed, synchronized music and narration for videos.

Music Business Worldwide

Returning to #1 on both the Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts is “Golden” by HUNTR/X from the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack.

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Faith No More’s Roddy Bottum confirmed the band’s permanent breakup, citing lack of interest in reuniting. He’s proud of their legacy and past reunions but doubts a Rock Hall induction. altntn.net/fnm

Chappell Roan will induct Cyndi Lauper into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nov 8. The 40th ceremony also honors Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Outkast, and Soundgarden, who will reunite with surviving members, original bassist Hiro Yamamoto, and Taylor Momsen in tribute to Chris Cornell. rston.es/rrhof altntn.net/sg25

Suno replaced its free AI music model with v4.5 All, improving speed, sound, and vocals. The upgrade makes pro-level creation free, challenging paid rivals despite minor limits. techrad.ar/suno45

The Stray Cats canceled their tour after frontman Brian Setzer’s serious illness left him unable to play. The band’s last album, 40, came out in 2019. rston.es/scat

Soundgarden’s Kim Thayil will release his memoir A Screaming Life, detailing his career and how his immigrant roots shaped his art. rston.es/thayil

Instruments once owned by Florian Schneider (Kraftwerk)—including a likely Autobahn-era EMS Synthi AKS—hit auction Nov 19 at Nashville’s Musicians Hall of Fame. Over 450 personal and studio items included. musrad.ar/kraft

Kirk Hammett and Gibson Custom unveiled the Raven acoustic—limited to 100—with spruce top, mahogany back, raven skull inlay, and L.R. Baggs VTC+4 electronics. blbrmth.net/raven

Katseye celebrated Halloween by dressing as different Mariah Carey eras, earning a cameo and praise from Carey herself. rston.es/katseye

Top 5 Songs:

5. “Opalite” – Taylor Swift

4. “Where Is My Husband” – RAYE

3. “Golden” – HUNTR/X

2. “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean

1. “The Fate of Ophelia” – Taylor

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