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Forrest Frank onstage Photo courtesy of Shorefire Media “Who is ready to say, ‘Send me, Jesus?’” With this stirring call to action, contemporary Christian artist Forrest Frank ignited a massive, sold-out crowd at Nashville’s GEODIS Park this past Friday (June 19). Kicking off his highly anticipated The Jesus Generation Tour, Frank showcased his unique ability...
Tim Freedman of The Whitlams performing at the M One rock festival, 2002. (Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Images) The Whitlams are set to return to their roots this October with the announcement of the “Return to Rock Island” tour. This nine-show East Coast circuit promises a high-energy departure from the band’s recent, more formal “Orchestral...
In Memoriam: Justin Cary, Longtime Sixpence None the Richer Bassist, Dies at 50 Justin Cary of Sixpence None the Richer at the SiriusXM Studio, August 2012. (Photo by Cindy Ord/Getty Images) Justin Cary, the accomplished bassist who served as the rhythmic backbone for the beloved band Sixpence None the Richer, has passed away at the...
Oliver Tree takes the stage during the 2024 Exit Festival at Petrovaradin Fortress in Novi Sad, Serbia. Photo by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Images Following the tragic helicopter crash last weekend that claimed the life of Oliver Tree at age 32, the artist’s mother has shared a poignant and deeply moving tribute to her son. “Our dear...
FKA twigs Siniša Welcome back to Billboard’s weekly Friday Music Guide. We curate the essential new releases you need to hear, spotlighting the tracks and albums primed to dominate your playlists throughout the weekend and well beyond. Following last week’s highlights—which featured icons like Olivia Rodrigo and Jack White—we are shifting our focus to a...
Taylor Swift attending the Los Angeles world premiere of ‘Toy Story 5’ at the Dolby Theatre on June 9, 2026. Taylor Swift truly embraced the creative spirit while crafting the anthem for Toy Story 5, titled “I Knew It, I Knew You.” In a candid behind-the-scenes update shared on Instagram, the superstar revealed that she,...
John Waters. Credit: Greg Gorman / Courtesy of Pitch Perfect PR “Punks are my people,” declares John Waters. The legendary filmmaker, known for his transgressive, low-budget cult classics of the 1970s, helped define the “midnight movie” era—a period that mirrored the raw, rebellious spirit emerging simultaneously in the punk rock scene. Despite his penchant for...
Sakurazaka46 Claims the Top Spot on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 Sakurazaka46. Photo courtesy of the artist. In the latest Billboard Japan Hot 100 update released on June 17, Sakurazaka46’s new track, “Lonesome rabbit,” has officially ascended to the No. 1 position. Serving as the lead single for their latest release, “Lonesome rabbit / What’s...
Alicia Keys Electrifies New York City with “Empire State of Mind” at Knicks Victory Parade Alicia Keys takes the stage during the historic New York Knicks championship celebration on June 18, 2026. Credit: Angelina Katsanis/Getty Images After a decades-long wait, the concrete jungle finally witnessed its dream come to life: the New York Knicks have...
Role Model Announces North American Tour to Support Upcoming Album ‘Chuck Timely & the Hourglass’ Role Model captivates the audience at the Beacon Theater, October 2025. While the enigma surrounding the “Chuck Timely” persona continues to intrigue his fanbase, singer-songwriter Tucker Pillsbury—known to the world as Role Model—is preparing to take his latest artistic vision...
