Lorde’s Gov Ball 2026 setlist features new songs and “Girl, So Confusing”
It’s been nine years since Lorde last performed at Governors Ball in New York City, and the New Zealand native returned on Friday (June 5) to close out the first night of the 2026 festival. And with her time on the main stage, she chose to expand on Virgin’s world and, more importantly, deliver a […]
Black Crowes’ Chris Robinson makes comments on stage
Chris Robinson of the Black Crowes made the comments following controversy caused by comments he made during the band’s May 31 performance at the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheater in Tampa as part of the Southern Hospitality Tour. explore Check out the latest videos, charts and news The incident occurred after the band played “Soul Singing” […]
Italy’s 2026 Nameless Festival scales up without losing its soul
For three days, the city of Lecco in northern Italy became one of the live music capitals of Europe. By the end of Nameless Festival 2026, one thing was clear: this event accomplished something that many festivals struggle to achieve. That means growing bigger while staying true to the identity that made the event successful […]
Skrillex’s “Soma”: All 13 tracks ranked
Skrillex hinted that a new album was on the way earlier this week when he posted the tracklist for a project called Soma. So when the album was released today (June 5th), marking the fifth studio album in the producer’s catalog, it came as nothing more than a surprise of sorts. (To be fair, his […]
Interviews with women in the Japanese music world
Hitsuji Bungaku spoke with Billboard Japan for the latest installment of the “Women in Music” interview series. The initiative was launched in 2022 in the footsteps of Billboard’s annual Women in Music honors, which celebrate artists, producers and executives who have made significant contributions to music and entertainment and inspired other women through their work. […]
MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN WEEK featured events
As the internationally prestigious MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN (MAJ) approaches, local media are publishing articles about the award almost every day. The performers for the grand ceremony, where the main categories will be announced, have recently been announced, and Sam Smith will be coming to Japan for the first time in several years to give a […]
Taylor Swift, Role Models, Lizzo and more
June got off to a great start with new music releases from Taylor Swift, Role Models, and more. Billboard wants to know which one is your favorite. Perhaps the hottest new song to arrive on Friday (June 5) is “I Knew It, I Knew You,” which the Elas tour headliner wrote for the new Toy […]
Doja Cat, Massive Attack Address Primavera Sound Cancellation
Thousands of fans were shocked, and artists alike, were heartbroken to hear that Doja Cat and Massive Attack’s headliner Primavera Sound’s set was canceled due to extreme weather in Barcelona on Thursday (June 4). That night, both the rapper and the trip-hop group shared messages to fans after it was announced that high winds and […]
Phoebe Bridgers’ 2026 Lost Tour dates set for North America and Europe
Phoebe Bridgers is going on tour, but this time it’s for real. After playing last-minute pop-up shows across the country over the past few months and ending with a sold-out acoustic set at New York City’s Madison Square Garden, the singer announced Friday (June 5) that she will embark on a larger tour this fall. […]
MOBO founder and black music champion Kanya King dies at 57
MOBO founder and CEO Kanya King CBE has died at the age of 57, the organization has confirmed. MOBO (Music of Black Origin) announced in a press statement that Dr. King “passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 3, after a courageous and determined battle with colon cancer.” She also added that she was “surrounded by […]