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Porridge Radio’s Dana Margolin Launches Debut Solo Single

The Brighton four-piece announced their breakup last year

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Pitchfork

Porridge Radio’s Dana Margolin Launches Debut Solo Single

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5 takeaways from the Latin Grammy nominations

The list includes veteran hitmakers, a fresh crop of best new artist nominees and a 19-year-old folk prodigy.

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5 takeaways from the Latin Grammy nominations

Pitchfork

Listen to Dexter in the Newsagent’s New Song “Fantasy”

The British singer-songwriter and producer’s first single of 2026

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Listen to Dexter in the Newsagent’s New Song “Fantasy”

Rolling Stone

Artists Stand With Macklemore Amid Ed Sheeran Tour Controversy: ‘True Integrity’

Kehlani, Finneas, Ms. Rachel, Rachel Chinouriri, Greta Thunberg, Pattie Gonia, and more have backed the rapper following his removal from the Loop tour over his public support of Palestinians

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Rolling Stone

Artists Stand With Macklemore Amid Ed Sheeran Tour Controversy: ‘True Integrity’

Rolling Stone

5 Things Drake Really Wanted Us to Notice in His ‘FOMO’ Livestream

The music was only part of the message, as Drake used FOMO to spotlight his people, revisit his past, and remind everyone he’s still here

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Rolling Stone

5 Things Drake Really Wanted Us to Notice in His ‘FOMO’ Livestream

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Aesop Rock and Blockhead Reveal Next Joint Album

Trouble Mountain was inspired by the rapper’s childhood trips to the Poconos

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Aesop Rock and Blockhead Reveal Next Joint Album

Rolling Stone

David Byrne Challenges the Idea of an Album With Expanded ‘Who Is the Sky?’

Listen to “My Madness,” “T Shirt,” and other songs from new version of album, which precedes the release of Byrne’s Sleeping Beauties book

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Rolling Stone

David Byrne Challenges the Idea of an Album With Expanded ‘Who Is the Sky?’

Rolling Stone

Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath's Final Concert Headed to the Big Screen

Back to the Beginning film, which captures Osbourne's star-studded farewell gig, has been mixed in surround sound for stadium feel

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Rolling Stone

Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath's Final Concert Headed to the Big Screen

Rolling Stone

Massive Attack Call Out Ed Sheeran: 'No Artist Should Tolerate the Censorship of Another Artist'

Garbage also responded, calling the response to Macklemore being dropped from Sheeran's tour "a major turning point"

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Rolling Stone

Massive Attack Call Out Ed Sheeran: 'No Artist Should Tolerate the Censorship of Another Artist'

Rolling Stone

Sean Combs' Attorneys Drop Him, Citing Six Months of Unpaid Fees

I won't let anyone take advantage of me by overcharging me and running up bills that were never approved," Combs said

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Rolling Stone

Sean Combs' Attorneys Drop Him, Citing Six Months of Unpaid Fees

Pitchfork

Kevin Morby Drops New Song “PBJ” and Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Flavor

Joining him on the single are Justin Vernon, Aaron Dessner, and Andrew Barr

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Kevin Morby Drops New Song “PBJ” and Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Flavor

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Tom Petty’s Origins Explored in New 1970s-Era Box Set

Watch a video for the unreleased “Parade of Loons,” from Petty and the Heartbreakers’ 5xLP Origins 1971-1978

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Tom Petty’s Origins Explored in New 1970s-Era Box Set

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Metallica Announce 2027 North American Tour Dates

The metal icons will hit the road following their Sphere residency

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Metallica Announce 2027 North American Tour Dates

Digital Music News

Blinding Talent Founder Mark Adams on Artist Management Consultancy and What Artist Development Really Means in 2026

The music industry loves the phrase "artist development" – but ask ten people what it actually means and you'll get ten different answers. The following comes from Blinding Talent, a partner of DMN. Mark Adams has spent 28 years on both sides of that question: first as a broadcaster behind some of ...

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Digital Music News

Blinding Talent Founder Mark Adams on Artist Management Consultancy and What Artist Development Really Means in 2026

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Ed Sheeran's tour in trouble after opening acts drop out in solidarity with rapper Macklemore

Ed Sheeran's tour of North and South America was plunged into chaos when four of his supporting acts quit in solidarity with the rapper Macklemore, who was dropped for making pro-Palestinian comments.

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Ed Sheeran's tour in trouble after opening acts drop out in solidarity with rapper Macklemore

Digital Music News

Disctopia Granted Patent to Tie Creator Payouts to Verified Listening

Disctopia was granted a US patent covering its ability to tie creator payouts to verified listening across music, podcasts, audiobooks, and video. Streaming fraud continues to plague artists trying to make their fair share of the payout pool, and it's getting even worse as artificial intelligence improves. ...

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Digital Music News

Disctopia Granted Patent to Tie Creator Payouts to Verified Listening

Digital Music News

After 24 Seasons, American Idol Moving Filming from Los Angeles to Georgia

"American Idol" is moving production to Georgia for its 25th season after more than two decades in Southern California. After 24 years in Los Angeles, "American Idol" will move production to Atlanta for its 25th season. Production and distribution company Fremantle confirmed the news to NBCLA, but details ...

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Digital Music News

After 24 Seasons, American Idol Moving Filming from Los Angeles to Georgia

Digital Music News

Ed Sheeran Breaks Silence on Macklemore's Removal From His Tour—'Those Who Come to My Shows Do Not Expect a Political Forum'

Ed Sheeran speaks out on the decision to remove Macklemore from the remainder of the singer's US tour following his Palestine remarks during two sets. Ed Sheeran has finally broken his silence regarding the decision to remove Macklemore as the opening act from the remaining dates of his U.S. tour. The ...

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Digital Music News

Ed Sheeran Breaks Silence on Macklemore's Removal From His Tour—'Those Who Come to My Shows Do Not Expect a Political Forum'

Digital Music News

Multiple Supporting Acts Quickly Withdraw From Ed Sheeran's Tour After Singer's Statement Following Macklemore's Ousting

Four supporting acts have announced their withdrawal from Ed Sheeran's tour after he spoke out regarding venue owners' push to remove Macklemore from the remaining US dates. Since Ed Sheeran released a statement regarding Macklemore's removal from the remainder of his U.S. tour dates, multiple supporting ...

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Digital Music News

Multiple Supporting Acts Quickly Withdraw From Ed Sheeran's Tour After Singer's Statement Following Macklemore's Ousting

Digital Music News

EU Set to Propose Sweeping Ban on Social Media and More for Kids Under 15

The European Union is set to propose a strict ban on social media, video sharing platforms, AI chatbots, and online games for kids under 15. The European Union will propose a ban restricting kids under 15 from accessing social media, video sharing platforms such as YouTube, AI chatbots, and even online ...

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Digital Music News

EU Set to Propose Sweeping Ban on Social Media and More for Kids Under 15

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Watch the 2026 AmericanaFest Day Stage live

Watch live performances from the AmericanaFest Day Stage, showcasing the best of Americana, folk and blues.

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Watch the 2026 AmericanaFest Day Stage live

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Watch the 2026 Americana Honors & Awards

Each year, the Americana Music Association honors distinguished members of the music community.

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Watch the 2026 Americana Honors & Awards

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Masego digs deep in new album 'Fix Your Face'

Singer Masego's latest album, 'Fix Your Face,' is his first release since losing his home in 2025 due to a wildfire.

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Masego digs deep in new album 'Fix Your Face'