🔥 Tyler, the Creator Drops Surprise Dance Album

Tyler ventures into house and acid house on his new LP, with the psychedelic “End Of Summer” grabbing standout praise.

👑 Lola Young Earns Elton John’s Seal of Approval

Her new single “D£aler”, from the upcoming album I’m Only F**king Myself, is already making waves with major co-signs.

🎤 Confidence Man, JADE, and Oasis Ignite Festival & Nostalgia Feels

Glastonbury saw an electrifying debut from Confidence Man and JADE, while Oasis released a live cut of “Cigarettes & Alcohol” from Manchester’s Heaton Park.

🌍 Global Heat: Ayra Starr, Fireboy DML, and Wizkid Deliver Summer Anthems

New tracks like Ayra Starr’s “Hot Body” and DJ Tunez & Wizkid’s “One Condition” are heating up global charts.

🎧 Madonna Unleashes ‘Lost’ Remix Album — Veronica Electronica

This long-hidden remix album, companion to 1998’s Ray of Light, finally sees the light of day.

🌟 Chart Toppers & Awards Highlights

• Alex Warren tops the Billboard Hot 100 with breakout hit “Ordinary”.
• Travis Scott’s JACKBOYS 2 leads the album charts.
• 2025 American Music Awards: Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, and J.Lo lead the spotlight with wins and performances.

💔 Drama, Deals, and Departures in the Music Biz

• Charli XCX marries The 1975‘s George Daniel in London.
• Perry Farrell sued by Jane’s Addiction bandmates for $10M over on-stage conflict.
• Britney Spears detained after a mid-flight disturbance involving smoking and drinking.
• King Gizzard & Xiu Xiu pull their catalogs from Spotify in protest.

💐 Tributes to Musical Giants

Tom Lehrer, iconic for satirical songwriting, and Alfred Brendel, master pianist, both passed—leaving deep musical legacies.

📉 Soundside Festival Canceled, But Christian Pop Breaks Through

Bridgeport’s Soundside Festival was canceled unexpectedly, but contemporary Christian music is seeing new mainstream success thanks to artists like Forrest Frank and Brandon Lake.

🎧 Industry Wrap-Up: A Beat-Driven Business Boom

Whether it’s Tyler’s bold dance LP or Madonna’s unreleased remixes, this week shows that artists aren’t afraid to evolve—and neither is the music biz.

Streaming continues to dominate revenue, with the U.S. industry generating over $15 billion annually, 84% from digital platforms. But with AI, artist independence, and corporate clashes all on the rise, the business of music is redefining itself faster than ever.

From underground hits to global festivals, one thing is certain: music isn’t just being made—it’s being remade.