Music covers the people, performances and recordings that shape what we hear, from classic rock and pop to newer artists and regional industries. It also includes the stories behind songs, albums, tours and the creative choices that give them lasting appeal.
For readers, music offers both discovery and connection: a chance to find new voices, revisit familiar favourites and understand how artists build their work and careers. Disputes over samples, reunions and the changing business of entertainment show how creativity, money and cultural influence intersect.
Jackson Wang has signed with WME for representation across all areas, with a focus on expanding into acting. The deal marks a new step for the singer, whose career spans music, fashion and business. Wang rose to fame with K-pop group GOT7 and launched his solo career with…
Jack Harlow has announced *Sweet Action II*, a seven-track EP due on 6 November. The sequel to his 2020 release revisits its playful tone while drawing on six years of experience to explore love, relationships and growing up. The tracklist includes “Signora”, “Too Soon”, featuring Babyface, and “610…
Billy Joel wrote ‘Piano Man’ in 1973, drawing on his six months playing piano at a Los Angeles bar while trying to escape a record contract. The song’s characters were based on people he knew there, and its popularity helped define his career and earned him a lasting…
A Hawk And A Hacksaw have announced *Volume 8*, their first album in nine years, due on 5 February via Rocket Recordings. The return also points to renewed touring plans, as Jeremy Barnes says events in 2026 prompted the duo to document their work more formally and go…
Roli has entered administration for a second time, leaving customers uncertain about orders, refunds and the future of the company’s music equipment. The UK insolvency process began on 20 October, and the company has not explained its plans to customers. Users report waiting months or years for products…
John Lydon, then known as Johnny Rotten and frontman of the Sex Pistols, tried to join the experimental German band Can in the late 1970s. Can co-founder Irmin Schmidt later said Lydon repeatedly left messages because he wanted to sing with them, but the band had already stopped…
Billboard is launching *Up & Coming With Kyle Denis*, a weekly video podcast about the career stories behind emerging music stars. The series aims to give listeners more context about artists gaining attention through streaming and social media, and is co-produced with SickBird Productions. The first episode is…
Los Angeles-based Nebula17 has expanded its team, publishing roster and label operations as it works to build a stronger audience for Japanese music in the United States. Founder Naoki Osada says J-pop is gaining momentum, and the company aims to help Japanese artists reach US listeners through cross-border…
*Slam Frank*, a hip-hop musical reimagining Anne Frank’s story, has extended its Off Broadway run through 4 January 2027 after strong demand. The extension gives audiences more time to see a production that has drawn considerable attention and divided critics. Created by Andrew Fox and Joel Sinensky, the…
Adobe is partnering with Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group to bring licensed music clips to Premiere mobile. The feature is intended to make recognisable songs easier to use in video edits and help Adobe compete with mobile editing apps such as CapCut. Adobe has not named…