Music Industry: News
Singapore police close Zubeen Garg's death case: No foul play
The Singapore Police Force (SPF) has concluded its investigation into the death of Assamese singer Zubeen Garg.
Diddy may be released from prison sooner
Sean Combs, popularly known as Diddy, is now set to be released from prison 10 days earlier than previously scheduled.
Why was Megan Thee Stallion suddenly hospitalized during Broadway show?
Megan Thee Stallion was rushed to the hospital on Tuesday night after suddenly falling "very ill" during a performance of Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway.
'President can't handle truth...': Bruce Springsteen slams Trump during concert
Legendary musician Bruce Springsteen has kicked off his 2026 Land of Hope and Dreams tour with a political statement.
'Tu Yaa Main' star Adarsh Gourav to release more music
Actor-singer Adarsh Gourav, who recently impressed audiences with his vocal performances in the film Tu Yaa Main, is now planning to release more music this year.
'I have a vision': BTS '2.0' teaser sparks fan frenzy
BTS, the popular boy band, has dropped a 30-second teaser for their latest track 2.0 from the album ARIRANG.
Taylor Swift sued over 'The Life of a Showgirl' title
In a surprising turn of events, pop icon Taylor Swift has been slapped with a lawsuit over her latest album title, The Life of a Showgirl.
Ye to headline Wireless Festival in London
Controversial US rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, has been announced as the headliner for all three nights of this year's Wireless Festival in London.
Eurovision Song Contest gets an Asia edition
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has announced the launch of the first-ever Asia edition of the popular Eurovision Song Contest.
'Not able to...': Rare hearing disorder still affecting Alka Yagnik
Veteran playback singer Alka Yagnik has revealed that she is still suffering from a rare hearing disorder, which has prevented her from taking on new singing assignments.
Indian K-pop girlies get ready! HYBE to form new girlgroup
HYBE India has announced plans to form a new girl group.
BTS tops Billboard Hot 100 with 'Swim'
K-pop sensation BTS has once again claimed the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart with their latest single, Swim.
BLACKPINK's Lisa becomes 1st K-pop star with Las Vegas residency
Lalisa Manobal, popularly known as Lisa from the K-pop sensation BLACKPINK, has announced her first-ever Las Vegas residency.
Celine Dion announces return to stage with Paris concerts
Celine Dion, the celebrated pop icon, has confirmed her return to the stage with a series of concerts in Paris.
Celine Dion to confirm Paris concerts tonight?
Canadian singer Celine Dion is reportedly set to confirm a series of concerts in Paris this evening, marking her return to the stage after a long hiatus.
BTS's 'Arirang' scores biggest group sales week in 10 years
BTS has made history by debuting their latest album, Arirang, at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. This achievement marks the South Korean septet's seventh top rank on this prestigious list.
Britney Spears breaks silence after DUI arrest
Pop icon Britney Spears has finally spoken out after her recent DUI arrest in California.
'Audiences are curious': Keinemusik talks India debut
The Berlin-based electronic music collective, Keinemusik, is all set to make its India debut in Mumbai on Friday at Mahalaxmi Racecourse.
BTS's new documentary shows group's struggles with fame, work pressure
In their latest Netflix documentary, BTS: The Return, the band opened up about their grueling work hours before the hiatus and the recording of their new album, Arirang.
iHeartRadio Awards 2026: Taylor Swift extends record as most-decorated artist
Taylor Swift has once again proven her dominance in the music industry by winning seven awards at the iHeartRadio Music Awards on Thursday night (local time).
Duffy to return with documentary on sexual assault, kidnapping
Welsh singer-songwriter Duffy, who shot to fame with her debut album Rockferry in 2008, is set to return to the limelight with a Disney+ (JioHotstar) documentary.
No foul play in Zubeen Garg's death: Singapore coroner
A state coroner in Singapore has ruled that the death of Indian singer Zubeen Garg was due to "an unfortunate and tragic accidental drowning" near an island in September last year.
BTS's comeback concert breaks records on Netflix
The K-pop sensation BTS made a grand return to the stage with their BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG concert at Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square.
Justin Timberlake hopes DWI footage release puts end to saga
Pop icon Justin Timberlake has finally settled his year-long battle over the release of body cam footage from his DWI arrest.
'Tu Hi Disda': Arijit Singh sings romantic track for Akshay-Wamiqa
A new song from the upcoming Bollywood film Bhooth Bangla, titled Tu Hi Disda, has been released. The romantic track features Akshay Kumar and Wamiqa Gabbi in a dreamy setting.
BTS's agency HYBE to conduct talent auditions in India
HYBE, the entertainment powerhouse behind K-pop sensation BTS, is on the lookout for fresh talent from India.
BTS's documentary hits Netflix this week: What to expect
The highly anticipated Netflix documentary BTS: The Return, directed by Bao Nguyen, is set to premiere on Friday, March 27, 2026.
'Tateeree' row: Haryana Police remove 857 links of Badshah's song
The Haryana Police have removed a total of 857 links related to rapper Badshah's controversial song Tateeree from various social media platforms.
Shakira's India concerts postponed indefinitely amid 'regional tensions'
The much-awaited return of global pop icon Shakira to India has hit a roadblock, with her concerts in the country being postponed due to "the prevailing geopolitical situation and regional tensions."
Justin Bieber-Usher get into 'heated' argument at Oscars after-party: Report
Pop sensations Justin Bieber and Usher were involved in a "heated exchange" at an Oscars after-party hosted by Beyoncé and Jay-Z, reported TMZ.
RM sustains ankle injury ahead of BTS's comeback concert
BTS leader RM has sustained an unfortunate ankle injury during rehearsals for the group's much-anticipated comeback concert at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul.
'Arirang': BTS unveils music video for lead track 'SWIM'
BTS, the globally renowned K-pop group, has finally released their fifth studio album Arirang.
Sony removes 135K deepfake music of Beyoncé, Harry Styles, more
Sony Music has asked streaming platforms to take down over 1,35,000 songs that have been created using generative AI and falsely claim to feature its artists, reported BBC.
Badshah summoned by NCW over 'Tateeree' lyrics, visuals
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has summoned rapper Badshah over alleged obscenity in his latest track, Tateeree.
What was singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka's cause of death?
The legendary singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, who passed away in Los Angeles last month, died due to atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
BTS's 'Swim' teaser 2: Members sail on a ship
BTS has dropped the second teaser for their upcoming title track Swim.
Shot 'Sarke Chunar...' in Kannada, didn't know meaning, clarifies Nora
Actor-dancer Nora Fatehi has distanced herself from the controversial song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke from the upcoming film KD: The Devil.
Shakira postpones India concert amid geopolitical tensions
The ongoing geopolitical tensions are starting to affect India's live music industry, with several international artists postponing or rescheduling their concerts.
'K-Pop Demon Hunters' kicks off new travel trends
The K-Pop Demon Hunters travel trend, linked to a Netflix film released in June 2025, is taking Korean culture to new heights.
Universal Music India partners with Anirudh's label: What to expect
Universal Music India, a division of Universal Music Group, has announced an exclusive partnership with Albuquerque Records, the independent record label founded by renowned singer-composer Anirudh Ravichander.
'ARIRANG': BTS's release title track 'SWIM' teaser
The popular K-pop band BTS is gearing up for the release of their fifth studio album, ARIRANG, on Friday, March 20.
Nora Fatehi's 'Sarke Chunar...' song removed after NHRC notice
The recently released song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke from the film KD: The Devil has landed in legal trouble.
'We are finally back': Netflix releases 'BTS: The Return' trailer
BTS has dropped the trailer for their upcoming documentary, BTS: The Return.
Ye's India concert postponed to May; here's what happened
Ye's (Kanye West) much-awaited debut concert in India has been rescheduled to May 23, 2026.
'Golden' makes history, wins Oscar for Best Original Song
The South Korean sensation Golden from K-Pop Demon Hunters has made history by winning the Academy Award for Best Original Song. This victory makes it the first K-pop song to achieve this feat.
Arrest Badshah, seize passport: Haryana Women's Commission over 'Tateeree' row
The Haryana State Commission for Women (HSCW) has ordered the arrest of rapper Badshah, whose real name is Aditya Prateek Singh, over his controversial song Tateeree.
Lil Nas X requests diversion in felony battery case
Grammy-winning artist Lil Nas X, whose real name is Montero Hill, has requested a diversion in his felony police battery case.
BTS drops first teaser for comeback album 'ARIRANG'
Korean group BTS has unveiled the first animated trailer for its upcoming album ARIRANG.
Pussycat Dolls are back! Iconic girl group drops new single
The iconic pop group The Pussycat Dolls has reunited as a trio, comprising Nicole Scherzinger, Kimberly Wyatt, and Ashley Roberts. To celebrate their comeback, they have released a new single titled Club Song.
Ye ordered to pay $140K in handyman lawsuit
A Los Angeles jury has ordered rapper Ye (formerly Kanye West) to pay $1,40,000 in a lawsuit filed by a handyman.
Jack Osbourne names daughter after late father, Ozzy Osbourne
Jack Osbourne, the son of legendary rock musician Ozzy Osbourne, has welcomed his fifth child and his second with wife Aree Gearhart.
Rihanna's home shooting was 'willful, deliberate'
According to a criminal complaint obtained by People, the shooting at Rihanna's home on March 8 was described as "willful, deliberate, and premeditated."
'Artists shape imagination...': Sona slams Badshah's 'Tateeree'
Singer Sona Mohapatra has slammed rapper-singer Badshah for his controversial song Tateeree.
K-pop star Heeseung leaves ENHYPEN to pursue solo career
Heeseung, a member of the popular K-pop group ENHYPEN, has officially left the band to focus on his solo music career.
'The Romantic': Bruno Mars tops Billboard 200 for first time
Bruno Mars's latest album, The Romantic, has debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. This marks the singer's first full-length project to debut at No. 1.