Music Industry: News
Television guitarist Richard Lloyd (75) dies of cancer
Richard Lloyd, the co-founder and guitarist of the iconic band Television, has passed away at the age of 75.
Punjabi singer Kamal Grewal receives extortion threat of ₹5 crore
Punjabi singer Kamal Grewal has reportedly been threatened with an extortion demand of ₹5 crore.
Katseye postpones Chicago concert after controversial Detroit show cancellation
The popular pop group, Katseye, has announced the postponement of their second concert in Chicago due to the "illness" of one of their members, Megan Skiendiel.
Rocker Vince Neil's girlfriend arrested for assaulting him
Rain Hannah Andreani, the girlfriend of Mötley Crüe frontman Vince Neil, has been arrested for allegedly attacking the musician in Tennessee.
Weeknd sets male artist tour record with $1.3 billion gross
The Weeknd has set a new record for the highest-grossing tour by a male artist with his After Hours Til Dawn stadium tour.
K-pop group NewJeans's contracts lacked basic protections for minors?
The contracts signed by the members of K-pop girl group NewJeans with their record label Ador (a subsidiary of Hybe) reportedly omitted several crucial provisions.
'King' lyricist reveals SRK wants songs that 'reflect' his age
Lyricist Kumaar (Rakesh Kumar Pal) recently opened up about his latest song Tu Mil Jaaye from King.
Martin Garrix's upcoming India tour: See all his 10 stops
Martin Garrix is all set to return to India for a massive 10-city tour in March 2027.
'Teri Sexy Beauty': Salman Khan voices jazzy number from 'Maatrubhumi'
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has returned to singing for the upcoming film Maatrubhumi.
Who was Tony Butala? The Lettermen founder dies at 87
Tony Butala, the co-founder of the Grammy-nominated vocal group The Lettermen, has passed away at 87.
Singer Kanika Kapoor separates from husband after 4 years
Singer Kanika Kapoor has announced her separation from London-based businessman Gautam Hathiramani after four years of marriage.
Michael Jackson's daughter Paris accuses estate of withholding $600M inheritance
Paris Jackson, the daughter of late pop icon Michael Jackson, has filed a petition in Los Angeles Superior Court demanding an interim distribution of $600 million from her father's estate.
BTS wins copyright battle as US court dismisses 'SWIM' lawsuit
The US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia has dismissed a copyright infringement lawsuit against K-pop group BTS over their song SWIM, reported Korean media outlets.
Deep Purple's Ian Gillan hospitalized, band cancels concerts
Ian Gillan, the legendary lead vocalist of the iconic rock band Deep Purple, has been hospitalized due to a "medical emergency."
2-year-old enters record books for Tabla playing: What we know
A two-year-old girl from Karnataka, Swarshri Hegde, has made it to the India Book of Records by reciting and playing 12 taals on the tabla.
Taylor Swift inducted! Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame honors singer
Taylor Swift (36) was officially inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame on Monday.
Jay-Z to headline SuperBowl halftime show for the first time
The NFL has confirmed that Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show.
Sharon Osbourne visits husband Ozzy's grave daily
Sharon Osbourne, the widow of legendary rock musician Ozzy Osbourne, has revealed that she visits her husband's grave every day.
Why AR Rahman broke his no-collab rule for 'Ramayana'
Acclaimed music composer AR Rahman, who has worked on the music for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, spoke about his experience.
Diljit Dosanjh's Delhi concert is happening after all
The Delhi Police have granted permission for singer Diljit Dosanjh's upcoming concert at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on October 30.
'Living legend...': 'Dream Girl' director defends Daler Mehndi amid controversy
Director-writer Raaj Shaandilyaa has come to the defense of veteran singer Daler Mehndi amid the controversy surrounding his alleged inebriation during a performance.
Ryan Gosling's band Dead Man's Bones is back!
Hollywood actor Ryan Gosling and his bandmate Zach Shields are set to release new music on October 27.
Amy Winehouse set to get her own West End musical
A musical based on Amy Winehouse is reportedly in the early stages of development.
Country music legend John Anderson dies at 71
Renowned country music artist John Anderson, known for his hits in the 1980s and 1990s, has passed away at the age of 71.
Did Daler Mehndi perform drunk at event?
Punjabi singer Daler Mehndi recently found himself in a controversy when Uttarakhand cabinet minister Subodh Uniyal criticized his performance at the Siddhpeeth Maa Kunjapuri Tourism and Development Fair in New Tehri.
What's the controversy surrounding 'Vaanmathi' song?
Acclaimed singer Chinmayi Sripaada has responded to a legal notice sent by Hindustani classical vocalist Kaushiki Chakraborty.
Who was Mahesh Tinaikar? Legendary guitarist dies at 63
Mahesh Tinaikar, the legendary Indian rock guitarist and founding member of Rock Machine (later known as Indus Creed), passed away on Thursday in Mumbai. He was 63.
Billy Joel's brain disorder diagnosis has made driving 'iffy'
Legendary musician Billy Joel recently revealed that he is unable to drive or perform due to a rare brain disorder.
Diddy rushed to hospital after prison brawl with drug lord
Sean "Diddy" Combs, the 56-year-old rapper, was reportedly involved in a physical altercation with a notorious Jamaican drug lord at Fort Dix prison in New Jersey on October 9.
Honey Singh summoned again by Cyber Cell over concert remarks
Rapper Honey Singh has been summoned by the Maharashtra Cyber Cell in connection with a complaint regarding his alleged indecent remarks at a recent concert in Delhi.
When is Michael Jackson's Super Bowl documentary releasing?
Michael Jackson's historic 1993 Super Bowl halftime show will be the subject of a new documentary, Spectacle: Michael Jackson at the Super Bowl.
How long will ex-gangster spend behind bars for Tupac's murder?
Duane "Keffe D" Davis, the former gang leader convicted of orchestrating Tupac Shakur's murder, has been sentenced to a minimum of 40 years in prison.
Michael Jackson's brothers to tell their story in new documentary
The four founding members of The Jackson 5, Jackie, Jermaine, Tito, and Marlon, are coming together for their first documentary.
Diane Warren to compose song for Giorgio Armani biopic
Oscar nominee Diane Warren is set to write an original song for the upcoming biopic, Armani: The King of Fashion.
Sophia to rejoin KATSEYE soon; no news on Manon
Sophia Laforteza, a member of the popular girl group KATSEYE, will return to the band in January 2027 after a five-month hiatus for mental health reasons.
Sean Combs's prison in middle of a sex abuse scandal
Federal Correctional Institution Fort Dix, the New Jersey prison where Sean Diddy Combs is serving his sentence, has become the center of a sex abuse scandal.
Who is Freddie Jackson? R&B singer dies at 70
Freddie Jackson, the Grammy-nominated R&B singer known for his smooth '80s hits like Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake) and You Are My Lady, has passed away at the age of 70.
Scottish singer Lena Martell dies at 86
Lena Martell, the Scottish singer and Broadway performer, has passed away at the age of 86.
Olivia Dean faces plagiarism allegations over 'I've Seen It'
British pop sensation Olivia Dean is facing copyright infringement allegations over her song I've Seen It, from her Brit Award-winning 2025 album The Art of Loving.
Vishal Bhardwaj to release 200 original songs through his label
Acclaimed filmmaker and composer Vishal Bhardwaj is all set to focus on independent music with his label, VB Music.
Rick Ross arrested on charges of domestic violence against girlfriend
Rapper William Leonard Roberts II, popularly known as Rick Ross, has been arrested on charges of domestic violence against now-ex-girlfriend Jazzma Kendrick.
SC upholds Delhi HC ruling on Ilaiyaraaja's copyright dispute
The Supreme Court of India has declined to interfere with a Delhi High Court ruling that Ilaiyaraaja does not hold the copyright in the lyrics and sound recording of En Iniya Pon Nilave from the Tamil film Moodu Pani.
Ye's Russia concerts canceled amid contractual disputes
Two upcoming concerts by American rapper Ye (formerly Kanye West) in Russia have been canceled, the show's organizer, Say Agency, confirmed.
Has Jubin Nautiyal welcomed his first child?
Popular playback singer Jubin Nautiyal has embraced fatherhood!
Ariana Grande is 'doing great' after rekindling with Ricky Alvarez
Pop star and actor Ariana Grande is taking a break from the limelight, spending time in Los Angeles with her boyfriend Ricky Alvarez.
Will Linkin Park's 'Unshatter' documentary release in India?
The much-anticipated documentary and concert film, Linkin Park: Unshatter, will be released in India.
VMAs 2026: Kacey Musgraves pays emotional tribute to Dolly Parton
Kacey Musgraves paid a heartfelt tribute to the late country music legend Dolly Parton at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs).
How Taylor Swift scripted history, broke records at the VMAs
Singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has surpassed Beyoncé to become the most-awarded artist in MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) history.
VMAs: Taylor Swift honors 'ultimate showgirl' Dolly Parton in speech
Taylor Swift bagged the Video of the Year (The Fate of Ophelia) at the MTV Video Music Awards and paid tribute to the late legendary singer, Dolly Parton.