Dance Acts Need to Strive More to Headline Festivals
John Summit recently sat down with Billboard‘s Kristin Robinson for an episode of her On the Record podcast to talk about life as a high-flying dance star. While acknowledging that the dance world functions differently than many other areas of…
Win a Signed ‘New Haven 1986’ Live Album by Van Halen
Key Takeaways Prize Details: UCR is offering an autographed vinyl of Van Halen’s Live in New Haven, CT 1986. Concert Significance: The album features a performance from the 5150 tour, marking Sammy Hagar’s debut as lead singer. Release Date: The…
Sleep Theory Statement on Fan’s Death at Missouri Festival
Sleep Theory has issued a statement and contributed to a GoFundMe account following the recent death of 28-year-old Danielle Uskiwich after an incident during their performance at the 2026 Pointfest in St. Louis last month. What Did Sleep Theory Say…
Julia Roberts, Patti Smith, Bette Midler: Iconic Legends
Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment, featuring performances and appearances by artists including Bette Midler, Patti Smith, and Rufus Wainwright, added more star power to its lineup on Monday (June 1). Billboard can reveal that actresses…
Triumph Creates a Joyful Noise in Michigan: Photos and Video
Rik Emmett of Triumph had the understatement of the night: “Good things come to those who wait.” Those seven words could be our whole review when it comes to what Detroit music fans witnessed for nearly two hours on Saturday…
Emotion Factory Reset: Insights from Armored Saint’s Singer
Key Takeaways Album Title: John Bush credits Phil Sandoval for the title Emotion Factory Reset, which reflects the band’s emotional range. Creative Process: Bush describes the band’s dynamic as a factory where each member contributes to a cohesive sound. Songwriting…
Chappell Roan Discusses LGBTQ Issues with Elton John, Receives Award
Key Takeaways Bailey’s Advocacy: Bailey launched The Shameless Fund to support LGBTQ+ charities, highlighting his commitment to representation. Personal Experience: Both actors discuss the importance of being open about their sexuality and its impact on their careers. Community Influence: They…
Prince’s Supernatural Influence on His Band
Key Takeaways Prince’s passing: The legendary musician died in April 2016 from an accidental overdose at his Paisley Park home. Legacy and unreleased material: Over 100 unreleased songs have surfaced, showcasing his extensive musical catalog. Prince Celebration 2026: A five-day…
Bret Michaels Exits Freedom 250 Concert, Rikki Rockett Responds
This past Friday (May 29), Loudwire reported on Poison frontman Bret Michaels revealing that he won’t be playing at President Trump’s newly announced Freedom 250 event (which will take place in Washington, D.C. from June 25 to July 10). Naturally,…
Andrew Jenkins Steps Down at Universal Music Publishing Group
Key Takeaways Leadership Departure: Andrew Jenkins will leave his role as President of UMPG on July 1 after nearly two decades. Career Progression: Jenkins joined BMG Music Publishing in 1993 and became President in 2005, continuing after UMPG’s acquisition. Industry…
Art Garfunkel Performs ‘The Boxer’ with Charlie Puth at MSG
Art Garfunkel made a surprise appearance on the Madison Square Garden stage Friday night, joining Charlie Puth for a performance of “The Boxer.” “He learned how to make his records from me and Paul [Simon],” Garfunkel said that evening (via…
Six Feet Under Parts Ways with Marco Pitruzzella, New Drummer Announced
The American death metal band Six Feet Under has officially parted ways with longtime drummer Marco Pitruzzella, as announced in a social media statement last week. They also revealed that Ruston Grosse will take over Pitruzzella’s role. Read Six Feet…