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Performing at Poble Espanyol in Barcelona, May.Maclay Heriot Having withdrawn their music from Spotify, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard are once more rewriting the rules by allowing listeners to download their complete discography on Bandcamp at a pay-what-you-want rate. The endlessly creative Australian psychedelic rock collective has set every available album to “name your...
Image: Esad Ribić / Marvel Comics We’re still roughly 14 months out from Avengers: Doomsday, so don’t expect a steady drip of reveals from Marvel Studios before then. Beyond the film’s title and initial casting news, details have been scarce. Still, directors Joe and Anthony Russo recently posted a grainy, cryptic tease to their shared...
Roger Daltrey of The Who performs with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra at Royal Sandringham Estate on August 28, 2023 in Sandringham, Norfolk. — Katja Ogrin/Redferns Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp is set to celebrate its 30th anniversary in January 2026, welcoming The Who’s legendary frontman, Roger Daltrey, as its marquee guest. Taking place from...
Elias Ronnenfelt performs at ESNS 2025. Ben Houdijk ESNS 2026 Lineup Unveiled: First Wave of European Talent Announced ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag), the year-opening showcase spotlighting Europe’s most exciting new music, has revealed its initial slate of performers for the 2026 festival. The milestone 40th edition will run from January 14–17, 2026, in Groningen, Netherlands. Organisers...
Bill Patrick & Seth Troxler Courtesy of Flirting With Friendship Veteran DJs and close companions Seth Troxler and Bill Patrick have unveiled a brand-new podcast that centers on candid, free-spirited dialogues between the hosts and a rotating weekly guest. Available now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts, Flirting With Friendship is a one-hour, visually driven...
Ariana Grande at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, UBS Arena, New York. Gilbert Flores/Billboard Fans of Ariana Grande will be delighted to know that she has just unveiled nine additional shows for her 2026 Eternal Sunshine Tour, extending the run beyond her previously announced stops in Los Angeles, Austin, New York and Atlanta. In...
Josiah Queen – Courtesy Photo Renowned for his earthy acoustic-folk timbre, Josiah Queen—a contemporary Christian singer-songwriter—possesses a troubadour’s gift for turning everyday moments into stirring melodies. His breakthrough tracks “Fishes and Loaves” and “The Prodigal,” as well as his latest single “Dusty Bibles,” showcase his keen lyrical insight. With his sophomore LP, Mt. Zion, the...
Photo: Erica Harris DeValve Billboard returned to New York City for an exhilarating week dedicated to Hip-Hop and R&B, reaffirming its dedication to spotlighting the genre’s innovation. In partnership with UBS and powered by Feeture, the marquee gathering—The Future of Music & Money—sparked insightful conversations about music’s emerging role as a marketable asset. Industry visionaries,...
Michael Polansky and Lady Gaga at the UK Premiere of “Joker Folie à Deux” at Cineworld Leicester Square, London, September 25, 2024. Karwai Tang/WireImage After selling out arenas, winning four trophies at the 2025 VMAs, and releasing a critically acclaimed album, Lady Gaga remains at the pinnacle of her career. Now, she’s shining a spotlight...
Odeal onstage at Webster Hall in New York on September 5, 2025. Deanie Chen Following his dynamic performance at Billboard’s Hip-Hop/R&B LIVE 2025, Odeal has been named Amazon Music’s newest Breakthrough Artist, joining the platform’s signature program dedicated to uplifting emerging talent. “My global journeys have deeply shaped my sound, weaving the vibrant cultures I’ve...
