Spotify Stock Declines 6%, Live Nation Rises 6% Amid Music Market Drop
Key Takeaways Live Nation performance: Live Nation’s stock increased by 6.0% to $139.33 despite ongoing legal challenges. Billboard Global Music Index: The BGMI fell 2.1% to 2,542.64, marking its ninth decline in 11 weeks. Spotify decline: Spotify’s shares decreased by…
The Doors’ Lasting Legacy: Insights from John Densmore
The Doors were more than just another band. That’s something that comes through time and time again as you listen to their music today. “It’s the drumming, man,” John Densmore jokes near the end of a conversation with UCR. “I…
2025 Spotify Wrapped Stats for 11 Rock and Metal Bands
It’s that time of year again, with Spotify announcing earlier this week that their annual Spotify Wrapped feature compiling your listening habits and following has been compiled for the past year. As such, some of the top rock and metal…
MGK Praises Halsey for ‘Fighting’ Through Illness in Duet
Key Insights MGK’s concert in Rosemont featured a surprise duet with Halsey. Halsey performed “Bad Things,” taking over Camila Cabello’s part. MGK praised Halsey for her resilience in battling health issues. Halsey has been open about her struggles with lupus…
Foreigner Announces New Tour Dates with Lou Gramm
Foreigner is updating the setlist with co-founding singer Lou Gramm during a series of December concerts. Check out the latest round of headlining U.S. dates, cities, and venues on the Foreigner 4 Deluxe Tour below. The group performed “Luanne,” the…
’90s Rock Album Adam Sandler Cherished Listening To
We all have our favorite records that we continually revisit, and during a recent interview, actor/comedian Adam Sandler recalled a period in the ’90s when he frequently listened to Hole’s Live Through This album. The question arose as he and…
Riyadh Music Week 2025 to Transform City with Fringe Events
أسبوع الرياض للموسيقى هو احتفال نابض بالموسيقى يجمع بين ألمع المواهب في الصناعة وعشاقها المتحمسين. هذا العام، ندعو الجميع للانضمام إلينا في رحلة موسيقية فريدة حيث نسلط الضوء على الأماكن الشعبية والفنانين الناشئين من خلال فعالياتنا المثيرة. في الوقت نفسه،…
Aerosmith, Yungblud and Lainey Wilson Release New Collaboration
The recent EP by Aerosmith and Yungblud, One More Time, features five songs, with two now having special guest versions. In October, they released a version of “My Only Angel” featuring Steve Martin on banjo. Now, country star Lainey Wilson…
Unlock Avenged Sevenfold’s New Song in COD: Black Ops 7
Avenged Sevenfold has released new music as part of a video game tie-in that allows players to hear it before anyone else. “Magic” is the first new music from the band since their 2023 album, Life Is But a Dream……
Music Sustainability Summit 2026 Reveals April Event Program
Key Takeaways Event Date: The 2026 Music Sustainability Summit is scheduled for April 15. Location: It will take place at Solotech Studios in Hollywood, California. Topics Covered: The event will feature discussions on sustainability in the music industry. Registration: Early…
Boston’s Secret Plan by Tom Scholz for Revival
Tom Scholz built Boston’s sound in his basement, pioneering recording techniques that redefined arena rock. But by the early 1980s, his perfectionism and resentment of the industry brought the band to a standstill and put him on a collision course…
New Music Friday: The Game, Lil Baby, Westside Gunn & More
Key Highlights New Releases: This week features exciting new albums and singles from top artists. Featured Artists: The Game, Lil Baby, and Big K.R.I.T. are among the notable names releasing music. Collaborations: Erick Sermon’s album includes many heavyweight collaborations. Winter…