Music Industry: News
27 May 2024
HollywoodBruce Springsteen postpones two more shows due to 'vocal issues'
In a concerning turn of events, American rock musician Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band have announced the postponement of two more concerts due to Springsteen's ongoing "vocal issues."
26 May 2024
NetherlandsNicki Minaj's concert canceled following arrest for possessing 'soft drugs'
In a shocking turn of events, Nicki Minaj's anticipated performance at Co-op Live in Manchester on Saturday was unexpectedly postponed due to her arrest at a Netherlands airport.
26 May 2024
BLACKPINKZico pulls out of Akaraka Festival due to health concerns
Zico, the leader of the K-pop boy band Block B and a key figure in the Korean hip-hop scene, will not be participating in Yonsei University's Akaraka Festival.
25 May 2024
BadshahBadshah finally announces end of feud with Honey Singh
In a surprising turn of events, popular singer-rapper Badshah has finally ended his decade-long feud with fellow artist Honey Singh.
24 May 2024
CaliforniaRapper Sean Kingston arrested on fraud charges during concert
Jamaican-American rapper Sean Kingston was arrested "without incident" at Fort Irwin, a US Army base, during his concert on Thursday, reported the New York Post.
24 May 2024
BTSRM's 'LOST!' MV gives insight 'inside Namjoon's brain'
Kim Namjoon, popularly known as RM and the leader of the globally acclaimed band BTS, unveiled his new title track LOST! on Friday.
24 May 2024
K-PopHyeri signs exclusive contract with Sublime Artist Agency
Sublime Artist Agency announced on Friday that Hyeri, a member of the popular K-pop group Girl's Day, has officially signed an exclusive contract with them.
23 May 2024
BTSHYBE's leadership reshuffle: Min Hee-jin's replacement to be announced soon
HYBE Labels, in a significant corporate reshuffle, has identified potential successors to replace Min Hee-jin and the current executive board of ADOR.
23 May 2024
BBC'Burning Sun' documentary: BBC rectifies error following KBS's legal threat
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has issued an apology to the Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) for inaccuracies in its now-viral documentary Burning Sun: Exposing the Secret K-pop Chat Groups.
23 May 2024
HollywoodAmerican musician Charlie Colin slips in shower, dies at 58
Charlie Colin, a founding member and bassist of the American pop-rock band Train, has tragically passed away at the age of 58.
23 May 2024
Elvis PresleyForeclosure sale of Elvis Presley's home Graceland halted by judge
A judge has put a stop to the foreclosure sale of Graceland, the former home of music legend Elvis Presley, located in Memphis, Tennessee.
22 May 2024
BBCBurning Sun convict Jung Joon-young eyes comeback after prison release
Jung Joon-young, a former singer-songwriter who served a prison sentence for gang rape charges, is reportedly planning to resume his music career.
22 May 2024
HollywoodAll called-off deals, company break-ups amid Diddy's sexual assault allegations
Sean 'Diddy' Combs, the renowned hip-hop mogul, is currently facing significant business fallout.
22 May 2024
HYBEBELIFT LAB files defamation lawsuit against ADOR's CEO Min Hee-jin
The ongoing dispute between HYBE and ADOR's CEO, Min Hee-jin, has escalated with BELIFT LAB, the management company of the group ILLIT, filing a defamation lawsuit against Min.
22 May 2024
K-PopK-pop artist Chuu gears up for comeback with new album
ATRP, the agency representing K-pop sensation Chuu, announced on Wednesday that the artist is preparing for a comeback next month.
22 May 2024
BBCBurning Sun scandal: KBS threatens legal action against BBC documentary
The Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) has declared its intention to sue BBC News following the release of a documentary on the Burning Sun scandal.
22 May 2024
Sexual AssaultNew lawsuit filed against Diddy for sexually assaulting, drugging model
Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs is facing fresh accusations of drugging and sexually assaulting a model, Crystal McKinney, in his New York recording studio 21 years ago in 2003.
20 May 2024
LawsuitsKang Daniel files lawsuit against KONNECT investor for alleged fraud
Kang Daniel, the founder of KONNECT Entertainment, has initiated legal proceedings against a significant shareholder of the agency.
20 May 2024
Janhvi Kapoor'Mr. & Mrs. Mahi': Jaani says 'Dekhha Tenu' isn't 'recreation'
Musician Jaani has reimagined the 2001 hit track Shava Shava, turning it into a full-length song titled Dekhha Tenu, for the upcoming Bollywood film, Mr. & Mrs. Mahi.
20 May 2024
K-PopYG announces BABYMONSTER's single in July, TREASURE's new album
K-pop fans, gather!
20 May 2024
Billie EilishAbi Carter crowned winner of 'American Idol' Season 22
The 22nd season of the popular singing competition, American Idol, concluded with Abi Carter being crowned as the winner.
20 May 2024
Sexual AssaultSean 'Diddy' Combs publicly apologizes for 2016 assault on ex-girlfriend
American rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs has publicly apologized for assaulting his then-girlfriend, R&B singer Casandra "Cassie" Ventura, in a 2016 incident.
19 May 2024
Sexual AssaultNo charges for Sean 'Diddy' Combs in 2016 assault case
Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs will not be prosecuted for a 2016 assault on his then-girlfriend, Casandra 'Cassie' Ventura.
18 May 2024
HYBENewJeans band members stand with ADOR CEO in HYBE dispute
In the ongoing dispute between South Korean giant HYBE and ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin, all five members of the K-pop girl group NewJeans have reportedly filed a court petition supporting Min.
18 May 2024
Sexual Assault2016 surveillance footage shows Sean 'Diddy' Combs assaulting ex-girlfriend Cassie
A surveillance video from 2016, recently obtained by CNN, shows Sean 'Diddy' Combs physically assaulting his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura.
17 May 2024
K-PopStray Kids to perform on 'The Kelly Clarkson Show'
South Korean boy band, Stray Kids, is set to make their debut on the popular US talk show, The Kelly Clarkson Show.
17 May 2024
K-PopIconic K-pop group 2NE1 celebrates 15th anniversary with reunion photoshoot
The renowned South Korean girl group, 2NE1, marked their 15th anniversary with a special reunion photoshoot.
16 May 2024
HYBEHYBE 'writing novels' to ostracize Min Hee-jin, ADOR issues statement
ADOR has publicly refuted allegations made by HYBE against its CEO, Min Hee-jin, and Vice President 'S.'
16 May 2024
K-PopKep1er members extend contracts, two reportedly leaving
Seven members of the popular girl group Kep1er are reportedly extending their contracts, according to a report by STARNEWS.
16 May 2024
WinterMinor fire incident disrupts aespa's 'M Countdown' pre-recording
On Thursday morning, a minor fire occurred during K-pop group aespa's pre-recording for the weekly music show M Countdown.
16 May 2024
K-PopKim Hongjoong: Why K-pop group ATEEZ's leader is called Captain
Kim Hongjoong aka simply Hongjoong, the charismatic leader of the rising fourth-generation K-pop boy group ATEEZ, is fondly referred to as the 'Captain' by his bandmates and fans.
15 May 2024
SEVENTEENK-pop: SEVENTEEN and ILLIT secure triple crowns on Circle charts
Renowned K-pop groups SEVENTEEN and ILLIT have achieved triple crowns on the Circle Weekly and Monthly Charts, previously known as the Gaon Chart.
15 May 2024
South KoreaTrot singer Kim Ho-joong to continue performances amid hit-and-run investigation
Korean trot singer Kim Ho-joong, facing investigation for a hit-and-run, reportedly delayed responding to police summons despite multiple requests.
13 May 2024
SEVENTEEN'17 IS RIGHT HERE' scripts Billboard record for SEVENTEEN
The renowned music group, SEVENTEEN, has made a significant entry on the Billboard 200 with their latest Best Album, 17 IS RIGHT HERE.
13 May 2024
HYBEK-pop: HYBE responds to alleged email from NewJeans members' parents
South Korean entertainment giant, HYBE, addressed allegations stemming from an email allegedly sent by the parents of K-pop group NewJeans.
13 May 2024
HYBENewJeans members' parents accuse HYBE of 'mistreating,' 'exploiting' K-pop group
The ongoing conflict between entertainment companies HYBE and ADOR has taken a new turn.
12 May 2024
SwedenWho is Nemo? First non-binary winner of Eurovision Song Contest
Swiss rapper and multi-instrumentalist Nemo has scripted history by becoming the first non-binary winner of the Eurovision Song Contest.
12 May 2024
HYBEHYBE reshuffles ADOR leadership: Min Hee-jin out, new CEO in
South Korean entertainment giant, HYBE, known for managing renowned K-pop groups like BTS and SEVENTEEN, has reportedly appointed a new CEO and management team for its subsidiary, ADOR.
11 May 2024
BTSBTS's RM dominates iTunes chart with 'Come Back to Me'
BTS's RM aka Kim Namjoon has achieved international acclaim with his latest solo track Come Back to Me, which has reached the number one spot on iTunes charts in 82 regions worldwide.
11 May 2024
Sony MusicChristina Aguilera signs with 5020 Records after long-standing RCA association
Christina Aguilera, the renowned American singer-songwriter, has officially ended her 26-year-long relationship with RCA Records to join 5020 Records.
