Snoop Dogg Will Host the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards
The rapper’s first VMAs hosting job extends a relationship with MTV that began on the awards stage more than three decades ago.
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UMG and ElevenLabs Plan an Opt-In AI Music Remix Platform
The multi-year deal promises licensed fan remix tools and artist participation, while leaving ElevenLabs’ existing music products outside the pact.
Harry Styles Says His 2027 Tour Dates Will Be the Final Cities
The singer is extending his arena and stadium run beyond its current New York and Australian dates, with the last markets still to be named.
Peso Pluma Leads the 2026 Billboard Latin Finalists
The Mexican star tops a nomination field where regional Mexican collaborations command major song, album and artist categories.
The War on Drugs Return With New Single “Who’s That”
Adam Granduciel turned a 10-minute morning idea into the band’s expansive first new studio song in several years.
Alex Warren’s “WILDCHILD” Opens at No. 2 in the US
The singer-songwriter scores career highs on the Billboard 200, Top Album Sales and Vinyl Albums with his second full-length set.
Glastonbury 2027 Tickets Cross the £400 Mark
The festival returns after a fallow year, with coach packages on sale October 1 and general admission following October 4.
Stevie Wonder Sets an 18-Date Anniversary Tour
The two-continent run celebrates 50 years of Wonder’s landmark album, with concerts scheduled from Birmingham to Los Angeles.
Jon Small, Billy Joel’s Early Bandmate, Has Died
The drummer and filmmaker shared Billy Joel’s earliest bands, then directed major music videos and concert films across several decades.
Radiohead Announces 21-Date Australia and Japan Tour
The band’s next reunion run uses multi-night arena stops and marks its first Australian tour since 2012.