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Twenty years after Choi Seung-hyun helped rewrite the rules of K-pop with BIGBANG, the elusive star returns with "ANOTHER DIMENSION" to address art, his past and, above all, gratitude.
Texas Republicans have selected Ken Paxton as their candidate in November’s Senate race.
The video of their meeting with President Claudia Sheinbaum will arrive May 27 on the South Korean band's official accounts.
Nearly four years after Carlos Vives shared the No. 1 slot on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart with Camilo, the singer returns to the summit with the solo hit “Te Dedico,” as the song jumps 2-1 on the ranking dated May 30. The song is the first single from Vives’ 19th studio album, El Último Disco Vol. 1, and gives the artist his 17th champ.
He’s the only living soloist to achieve the feat since the chart combined stereo and mono albums in 1963.
The Missouri native whose dynamic voice gave Nashville a shot in the arm in the 2010s with hits like "Let It Rain" will release his first album in a decade this summer
There are a handful of pending bills before the 119th Congress that are being closely watched by the music industry. These pieces of federal legislation could affect artists, consumers and companies across many different areas of the business, including songwriting, licensing, tourism, royalties, ticketing and live performances.
Christina Aguilera headlined Ischgl’s “Top of the Mountain” concert in the Austrian Alps and spoke afterwards about her setlist and upcoming album.
Spotify now has audio versions of long-form magazine articles on the platform. Each article is included in Premium users’ audiobook allotment.
The “Samsung Galaxy x BTS World Tour Arirang” experience runs on select concert days, and is built around the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra smartphone.
Don’t lose your streak - here’s the answer for ‘Wordle’ today
We’ve put together ‘Connections’ #1081 hints, groups and answers for anyone looking to solve today’s game on May 27.
Globle tasks players with guessing a mystery country each day. Here’s todays hints and answer, as well as some tips for playing.
The last couple of years have seen a huge rise in browser-based puzzle games, tasking players with working out a certain kind of answer using limited guesses. Framed is one of the newest, following in the footsteps of Wordle, but offering a slightly different twist. You’ll still need to work out the answer using limited information and only six tries, but it’ll be movies that you’ll be guessing.
On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are talking about how Drake flooded our charts with the release of three new albums.
The official release date and cover art haven’t been confirmed, but you can already pick up the Blu-ray or DVD of ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ from Criterion.
In Light of Recent Events is the Melbourne garage rock band’s first proper LP since 2019
The cult singer and guitarist whose fingerprints are all over British music
Rap fans of a certain age are no strangers to the hot/cold relationship between Jim Jones and Cam’ron as the two Harlem rappers have fallen out numerous times over the years.
“I finally had to ask the road crew to get him off the stage,
The pair reached a deal after the Dipset rapper claimed Cole stiffed him on money related to "Ready '24" and declined to collaborate a song or appear on his podcast
The special cookie marks the first-ever collaboration between a snacking brand and the Bangtan Boys.
These are the acts with the most Billboard 200 and Hot 100 No. 1s combined. See who made the list.
Manchester clubbing institution The Warehouse Project will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a flurry of special projects and performances, along with a 2026 season starting in September.
Watch the teaser for ‘Billions Club Live with Olivia Rodrigo: A Concert Film,’ filmed earlier this month in Barcelona
The Beatles have the most No. 1 hits among all acts in the chart's history, with 20.
Drake knows a thing or two about trophies and breaking records. The 6 God celebrated surpassing Michael Jackson for the most No. 1s among male solo acts on Tuesday (May 26) after “Janice STFU” debuted atop the Billboard Hot 100.
On the evening of May 25, 1969, in an amphitheatre in Maryland,
The experience powerfully evokes the aftermath of the attacks, using original staging,
Bad Bunny is building one of the most unexpected Hollywood resumes in music today—now playing a new face inside Pixar’s ‘Toy Story’ universe.
Grammy Award-winning artist Bad Bunny has joined the cast of the upcoming Disney and Pixar film ‘Toy Story 5,’ which hits theaters on June 19.
Pacsun x Gov Ball Collection is available, ahead of Gov Ball starting on Friday, June 5: Here’s how to find, shop, and buy merch and apparel online.
J. Cole and Cam’ron reached a settlement to end a lawsuit over “Ready ’24,” a case in which Cam claimed Cole broke a promise to appear on his podcast.
Ziggy Marley discusses his new ‘Brightside’ album, reflects on 20 years of ‘Love Is My Religion’ and teases his next album. Read the full interview.
Ong, who was previously the global head of editorial at Spotify, will work alongside band managers Irving and Jeffrey Azoff.
Jamaican superstar Shaggy is back with a new dancehall album, a buzzy stage play role and upcoming film. Read the full Billboard interview.
Russell Crowe has commented on a viral encounter with fans in Paris, dismissing it as “clickbait”. Yesterday (May 25), the actor was captured on video as he interacted with a group of autograph-hunters as he was leaving his hotel and heading to the airport. As seen in footage shared by TMZ, he spoke in a low voice to the members of the public to say: “Are you listening? Stay where you are, don’t fucking push in on me and I’ll come to you. Give everybody space. As soon as somebody’s a dick, I’m going. Copy? Clear?”
A series of 15 covers popped up without warning on Cuomo’s YouTube page over the weekend
The very best of the best of Nirvana
Durand Bernarr, Isaia Huron, TheARTI$t and WASEEL will support the trek kicking off this summer.
KATSEYE embarks on a global arena tour in fall 2026 with multi-stops throughout North America. Here’s where to find and buy affordable tickets online.
The rising singer-songwriter talks about wanting to provide a "safe space" for listeners with her vulnerable and open music.
In this week’s Billboard Country Update, Stephen Wilson Jr. talks about how he found success in the music industry in his 40s.
Lupita Nyong’o has responded to the racist backlash against her casting as Helen of Troy in ‘The Odyssey’.
In 2025, Italy’s collection society surpassed 1 billion euros of revenue, and CEO Matteo Fedeli reflects on the challenges of copyright protection amid innovation.
Angus Young on AC/DC's most "regrettable" song
Arcángel continues to celebrate his two-decade trajectory by announcing the U.S. leg of his La 8va Maravilla 20 Aniversario tour on Tuesday (May 26).
The track will mark the lead single for upcoming album Petal.
Sam Barber was voted Breakthrough Country Artist at the 2026 American Music Awards. Here’s why fans know him.
Fans are convinced the Colombian superstar shared a snippet of upcoming music at the awards ceremony
St. Vincent has announced a vinyl release for her BBC Proms show at London’s Royal Albert Hall last September.
Music industry events calendar: All the festivals, awards, conferences and more across the business.
BTS’ Jimin edited the boy band’s AMAs artist of the year winner card to say ARMY won the prize instead of him and his bandmates.
Cardi B promised fans she’ll not only attend, but will perform at next year’s AMAs, and also celebrated the Knicks’ Game 4 win the same night.
Our weekly playlist highlights songs that our writers, editors,
Olivia Rodrigo has revealed the track list for her upcoming third album, ‘You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love.’
Donald Trump received a dental and health checkup at Walter Reed, raising additional questions about his health and cognitive ability.
Here’s where to buy New York Knicks T-shirts online, including the best Knicks tees to buy ahead of the 2026 NBA Finals.
All the joy and versatility of a metal-minded seven-string Ibanez,
In this week's Legal Beat newsletter, tax headaches for touring artists, a proposal to break up Live Nation and Ticketmaster, a Peanuts music battle and much more.
Drake surpassed Michael Jackson as the male solo artist with the most Number One songs on the Hot 100 chart thanks to ‘Janice STFU.’
Drake has become the first artist to earn 400 Billboard Hot 100 hits.
The Quincy Jones-founded magazine announces print issue return after 12 years and merging with ‘Rolling Stone.’
Good 4 u, Olivia Rodrigo fans: After a three-year wait, the pop star announced that she is finally releasing her third studio album in 2026.
Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love’ tracklist has been revealed.
Every new Drake release seems to bring another piece of Billboard chart history. Since first appearing on the Billboard Hot 100 dated May 23, 2009, with his breakthrough hit “Best I Ever Had” (which peaked at No. 2), Drake has shattered record after record and reached unprecedented chart heights. In 2015, he became just the fourth artist in history to earn 100 career Hot 100 entries.
Our recent interview with Bowie guitarist David Torn gave us a fascinating window into Bowie’s process when making his latter-era classic Heathen
Fat Joe claims the Cleveland Cavaliers denied his courtside seats for game four as the New York Knicks punched their ticket to the NBA Finals.
Drake adds his fourth Billboard Global 200 No. 1, “Janice STFU,” among eight new top 10s, all from his album “ICEMAN.”
Moog’s ‘80s poly gets emulated with modern enhancements including a multi-track arpeggiator and new modulators
In this 2001 interview,
The Scottish singer revealed that the two of them have been working on a new project,
Shinedown furthers its record for the most No. 1s in Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay chart history, scoring its 23rd on the May 30 tally with “Safe and Sound.” The ruler marks the band’s third in a row and second this year, following “Searchlight” in March and “Killing Fields” last September. Shinedown first led Mainstream Rock Airplay, which began in 1981, with the 12-week No. 1 “Save Me” in 2005-06. Most No. 1s, Mainstream Rock Airplay: 23, Shinedown 20, Three Days Grace 17, Five Finger Death Punch 16, Foo Fighters
The AMAs’ best performances of 2026 included BTS, KATSEYE and more. Vote for who you think had the best set in our poll.
Drake claims one of the most triumphant weeks in the history of the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart, led by his “Janice STFU” debuting at No. 1.
The three members of long-running Japanese action comic punk band Peelander-Z were seriously injured in a car crash last Monday (May 18) afternoon in Albuquerque, N.M. According to KOB4 TV, the band’s booking agent said the trio were driving westbound on I-40 an hour from the city when a semi-truck rear-ended their tour van.
He accepted the prestigious Academy Fellowship trophy on Michael’s behalf at the Ivor Novellos,
The rapper, poet and author took home his second trophy for Best Contemporary Song,
Weezer frontman uploaded “randum cuverz” playlist to YouTube, which also features his acoustic renditions of songs by Radiohead, Harry Nilsson,
CMAT has spoken to NME at the Ivor Novellos about winning her first UK award, and what it was like to join forces with “angel” Jamie Oliver.
From Hang On Sloopy to Rock And Roll, Hoochie Koo: A celebration of Rick Derringer,
The singer-songwriter called Billie Joe Armstrong a “little pussy” after claiming he stopped returning her calls after news leaked that she was set to helm the American Idiot follow-up
And he played his new single
Bella Kay shares new song ‘Say It Say’ and new single ‘Stop’ on the three-track EP ‘Are You Mad at Me’ featuring the previously released ‘Promise.’
“It really opened my eyes to the enormity of what I wanted to do – and it was humbling”
"I chopped up a bunch of other products and sampled the parts of them that I wanted,” he says
"Our story was a good one. And now it is done" The post Wife of Beartooth frontman Caleb Shomo shares emotional public statement after he came out as “a proudly gay man” appeared first on NME.
“What little interest I had in this game just completely evaporated”
The HUSH-X Live and Live Pro feature a neck-through build, stainless steel frets,
The head of the UFC has the ear of the president and the attention of the nation,
"He was a Debbie Downer and ruining the vibe" The post Linda Perry on why she had to tell Billy Corgan to leave the studio while working with Courtney Love appeared first on NME.
They got backlash from fans for working with Perry
Obsession director Curry Barker has pointed out a plot hole in his hit film, that even he doesn’t have a solution to.
Saxophonist was one of jazz’s greatest improvisers
Gamers are cancelling their subscriptions in protest
Nicolas Cage has discussed the advice David Bowie gave him about reinvention, and how it relates to his acting choices to this day.
The NME Magazine May/June 2026 issue, which is bundled with Guitar.com Magazine, goes on sale May 28 – here’s how to get your copy.
Lewis Capaldi on feeling “fucking dejected, disappointed,
Jack Osbourne spoke out in defense of the AI avatar of Ozzy Osbourne that is being developed.
Adult Swim have announced that the ‘Rick And Morty’ character President Curtis will be getting his own spin-off show, debuting this July.
"He wasn’t a disappointment at all" The post Paul McCartney recalls “pinch yourself” moment he met Elvis Presley with The Beatles appeared first on NME.
Nothing But Thieves have announced their new album ‘Stray Dogs’ with the anthemic new single ‘Evolution’ and their biggest ever headline tour.
The Sicilian guitar maestro wrote the breathtaking Solar Wind to be the most Steve Vai song he could possibly write – and for the man himself to guest on
Maluma returned to the American Music Awards’ stage on Monday to perform ‘Tu Recuerdo’ from new album ‘Loco x Volver.’
The tenor player was equally heralded onstage by his peers as he was offstage with prestigious awards
Teddy Swims performed ‘Mr. Know It All’ at the 2026 American Music Awards, where he was nominated for Collaboration of the Year with David Guetta.
On a new split 7", the ’90s alt-rock figures tackle Dinosaur Jr.
Watch Katseye perform their latest single ‘Pinky Up’ at the 2026 American Music Awards. The set marks their first awards show without Manon Bannerman.
Alongside his own pioneering albums as band leader, Rollins also recorded with Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, and the Rolling Stones, contributing the sax solo to "Waiting on a Friend"
Karol G received the International Artist Award of Excellence and delivered her first-ever AMAs performance on Monday with ‘Ivonny Bonita.’
The musician is one of the most nominated artists of the night with seven total nods including New Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Summer,
“Unfortunately, people identify it with David Bowie’s Space Oddity”
Iceman, Habibti, and Maid of Honour just made history
Good Charlotte have announced a UK and European tour for later this year – see all the dates and ticket info below.
Beartooth frontman Caleb Shomo has come out as gay in emotional Instagram post.
Former Why Don’t We singer Jack Avery has spoken out after his ex-girlfriend was charged over a conspiracy plot to murder him.
The Harlem MC, who was one-half of the duo Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock,
Richard Barbieri recalls joining Japan while being put off playing keyboards by Keith Emerson and Rick Wakeman
90 per cent of music fans have said they believe “authenticity” is the most important factor in establishing a connection with an artist.
Kali Uchis launched her For the Girls Tour at Sueños 2026, told Billboard she already has a “whole new album” done in Spanglish. Read Q&A and recap.
Ben Chapman, a Nashville songwriter behind popular ‘Peach Jam’ festival, talks fatherhood and new album ‘Feet on Fire.’
From a newly restored cult classic to a buzzy dramedy set in NYC’s queer club culture — these were the highlights of this year’s film fest.
Spencer Pratt, the right’s darling candidate for Los Angeles mayor, hasn’t changed, from his days on ‘The Hills’ to his foray into politics.
Geoff Downes has been the keyboardist in Yes since 2011, and he’s also a member of the Buggles and the prog rock supergroup Asia.
It was their final recording for 35 years
The Aerosmith guitarist traces his steps from student to master in this archive interview
’30 Rock’ actor Grizz Chapman has died,
Watch Miley Cyrus receive her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame: “A star isn’t something that you win like a seasonal game”
"Anxiety and depression, we're all happy to talk about that. But there's such a taboo around the idea of people who are sectioned"
"I thought maybe ten people would hear this song,” she said
The right winger is set to play his final match with the Premier League club on Sunday,
The second season of Daredevil: Born Again has wrapped up, but will it be back for a third run? Find out what we know below.
Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed is the new dark comedy from Apple TV, but what songs appear on the soundtrack? Find out below.
Smashing Pumpkins eye up ‘Mellon Collie’ show at Las Vegas Sphere. “It’s a no-doubter for us.
While speaking to NME recently, Linda Perry hit out at Green Day for dropping her from producing the follow-up to ‘American Idiot’
“I was in a band with one of the greatest songwriters of our generation,
The Boroughs is the Netflix show from the makers of Stranger Things, but do the team manage to bring down Mother? Find out below.
The set also saw her debut her new song 'Black Prada Dress' The post Watch Ellie Goulding cover Justin Bieber’s ‘Daisies’ at BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend appeared first on NME.
The Boroughs is Netflix’s new buzzy sci-fi show, but what songs appear on the soundtrack? Find the full list below.
Beartooth frontman Caleb Shomo has come out as a “proudly gay man”, telling fans: “I am trying to finally be proud of who I am.”
"It’s been an excruciating 23 hours without being on TV, so I am grateful to be here" The post Watch Stephen Colbert make surprise return to TV on Michigan public access station with Jack White appeared first on NME.
Two days after hosting the final episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on CBS, Stephen Colbert made one more surprise appearance — this time on a public access show in Monroe, Michigan.
Def Leppard made an album so huge that only Michael Jackson’s Thriller prevented it from reaching No.1 in America
His set proved that one of Colombian reggaetón’s architects can still command a festival crowd while making space for mental health and immigrant pride.
Taylor Swift sat courtside with fiancé Travis Kelce at Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals, as ESPN broadcasters avoided saying her name.
The Palestinian rapper and DAM co-founder discusses John Lennon, his solo album, and using hip-hop to tell stories of grief, identity, and survival.
Don’t lose your streak - here’s the answer for ‘Wordle’ today
We’ve put together ‘Connections’ #1078 hints, groups and answers for anyone looking to solve today’s game on May 24.
The last couple of years have seen a huge rise in browser-based puzzle games, tasking players with working out a certain kind of answer using limited guesses. Framed is one of the newest, following in the footsteps of Wordle, but offering a slightly different twist. You’ll still need to work out the answer using limited information and only six tries, but it’ll be movies that you’ll be guessing.
The Osbournes have come under fire for digital Ozzy but Jack insists his dad would have approved
Dick Parry, who played saxophone on some of Pink Floyd’s most iconic songs, has died. He was 83.
Paul McCartney has described his new Beatles biopic counterpart Paul Mescal as “very cute”.
Fresh off the release of her new song “SS26,” Charli XCX is giving fans another glimpse into her latest album era with the punky “Playboy Bunny.”
It is a taster of the singer's first album since 2023's 'Higher Than Heaven' The post Watch Ellie Goulding debut new single ‘Black Prada Dress’ at Radio 1’s Big Weekend appeared first on NME.
Race officials and drivers will honor Busch at Charlotte Motor Speedway after the driver’s sudden passing on Thursday.
"There are specifically sonic things about it that are extremely opposite to ‘SS26’ and I think that’s what made it a good B-side"
Radiohead frontman on getting excited about new music and not obsessing over the past
The cause of death for Kyle Busch, the legendary NASCAR driver who died Thursday at the age of 41, has been revealed.
The globe-spanning visual for the FIFA 2026 World Cup song includes cameos from numerous other soccer stars.
Here’s where to watch the 2026 French Open, including ways to livestream Roland-Garros online without cable and stream the French Open for free.
Dick Parry, the saxophonist best known for his work with Pink Floyd, has died at the age of 83.
Labels have learned that post-rockers will do whatever they want. But did anyone expect a collaboration with a pagan master and a 70-piece stone instrument over an Icelandic myth?
Neil Young performed solo versions of ‘After The Gold Rush’ and ‘Heart Of Gold’ at his first live appearance of 2026 – watch below.
Here’s the full list of winners from the 10th annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards, which were held in Tokyo on Saturday (May 23).
Bruce Springsteen stopped at Cleveland’s Rocket Arena on May 22 as part of his Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour. Here are the best moments.
Charli XCX has shared the new song “Playboy Bunny,” the B-side to her latest single “SS26.”
“There was always friction – but it all worked for the creation of what we had"
The killing of roadie and documentarian Joe Cole remains unsolved 35 years on
The jury has been discharged in the trial of two men accused of killing disgraced former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins in prison.
“Rob’s music, energy, and legacy helped shape a generation and brought joy to millions around the world"
Alejandro Marcovich, former guitarist of the Mexican band Caifanes, is in a coma after suffering a stroke on Tuesday night (May 19), his family informed on Friday (May 22) in a statement published on social media.
Neil Young took the stage for the first time this year at David Suzuki’s birthday benefit, where he played “After the Gold Rush” and “Heart of Gold.”
Shakira was acquitted of tax fraud and awarded €60 million for an overturned fine by Spain’s treasury, leading to tons of fan reactions and memes.
From Lenny Tavárez’s dance outreach to Shakira’s World Cup plans & Rauw Alejandro’s fan zone, discover Uplifting Moments in Latin Music this week.
Jack White, Jeff Daniels, and Steve Buscemi guest as Colbert makes return to his pre-Late Show hosting gig: "It’s been an excruciating 23 hours without being on TV"
“There’s no great difference between me and Metallica”
We create our own transient-heavy synth bass with leanings towards the trance-heavy sounds of the 90s. ‘Drop Dead’ you exclaim? No way! We were Born Slippy!
He's had one of the most unique career trajectories in metal - but now Rob is back where he belongs
Frontman/guitarist of NYC’s A Place To Bury Strangers, pedal designer, noise enthusiast,
It has been confirmed that Emily In Paris will end with its upcoming sixth season – but why has it not been recommissioned? Find out below.
He said the musicians have motivated him to "start properly giving a fuck about what I’
It comes after Spotify vowed to crack down on AI last year,
The fifth and final season of The Boys has come to an end, but was anybody able to stop Homelander? Find out below.
Phil Collins has ruled out performing at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame when he’s inducted as a solo artist later this year
The UWCL Final will pit nine-time champion Barcelona and Lyonnes
“Elvis died 50 years ago, and everybody knows Elvis,” Sharon Osbourne said, announcing the news. “I just want that for Ozzy"
The Mandalorian And Grogu has arrived in cinemas worldwide, but is there a post-credits scene? Find out everything below.
The Manchester-based romcom Finding Emily is in cinemas now, but what songs feature on the soundtrack? Find out below.
The rapper has increasingly aligned herself with conservative figures,
And with the money it made, the band bought an oil well!
Tom Hardy reportedly fired from ‘MobLand’ after second season wraps production. He allegedly clashed with producers while filming.
“I’ve been feeling in my gut for a long time that a lot of things in my professional life need to change"
In Does Rock ‘N’ Roll Kill Braincells?!, we quiz an artist on their own career to see how much they can remember .
From making poems in school to playing Reading, Leeds and Glastonbury,
