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- Architects’ Sam Carter speaks out on impact “anxiety and constant focus” on his voice after online criticism
by Damian Jones on October 17, 2026 at 11:12 am“The more I tried, the crueler the comments over the summer got and it led me to a place where I was physically and emotionally shot” The post Architects’ Sam Carter speaks out on impact “anxiety and constant focus” on his voice after online criticism appeared first on NME.
- Watch Metallica share pro-shot footage of ‘…And Justice For All’ and ‘The Call Of Ktulu’ at Las Vegas Sphere residency
by Damian Jones on October 17, 2026 at 9:56 amThe ‘Life Burns Faster’ residency opened earlier this month The post Watch Metallica share pro-shot footage of ‘…And Justice For All’ and ‘The Call Of Ktulu’ at Las Vegas Sphere residency appeared first on NME.
- Liam Gallagher says Fontaines D.C. “are not good enough” to open for Oasis on their ‘Live ’27’ tour
by Damian Jones on October 17, 2026 at 9:07 amThe Irish band launched their new album ‘Dopamine Chamber’ yesterday (October 16) The post Liam Gallagher says Fontaines D.C. “are not good enough” to open for Oasis on their ‘Live ’27’ tour appeared first on NME.
- Harry Styles pays tribute to Liam Payne on anniversary of One Direction star’s death with moving new song ‘What Is Enough’
by Damian Jones on October 17, 2026 at 8:00 am“There are so many people in my life, friends and people that I’ve worked with that I wouldn’t have been able to do this without. And two years ago today, I lost one of those friends” The post Harry Styles pays tribute to Liam Payne on anniversary of One Direction star’s death with moving new song ‘What Is Enough’ appeared first on NME.
- My Chemical Romance share fiery unreleased song ‘Someone Out There Loves You’ ahead of ‘The Black Parade’ 20th anniversary reissue
by Liberty Dunworth on October 16, 2026 at 3:53 pmThe track was recorded at an intimate Hoboken show back in 2007, and comes ahead of the emo icons playing a record breaking five nights at The Hollywood Bowl The post My Chemical Romance share fiery unreleased song ‘Someone Out There Loves You’ ahead of ‘The Black Parade’ 20th anniversary reissue appeared first on NME.
- Altar: new London venue opening in Leytonstone with Simian Mobile Disco, Louis Theroux, Girl In The Year Above and more
by Liberty Dunworth on October 16, 2026 at 2:53 pmSuggs, Ed Harcourt and more are also on the bill, and the venue is also helping create opportunities for emerging talent The post Altar: new London venue opening in Leytonstone with Simian Mobile Disco, Louis Theroux, Girl In The Year Above and more appeared first on NME.
- Fontaines D.C. talk “very tough year” and launch ‘Dopamine Chamber’ at intimate Roundhouse gig
by Jordan Bassett on October 16, 2026 at 1:42 pmThe band performed fan favourites and new album tracks – including the live debut of ‘You Miss Me’ – in aid of mental health charity CALM The post Fontaines D.C. talk “very tough year” and launch ‘Dopamine Chamber’ at intimate Roundhouse gig appeared first on NME.
- Morrissey ranks his solo albums and singles
by Liberty Dunworth on October 16, 2026 at 12:13 pm“In my life I loved them all” The post Morrissey ranks his solo albums and singles appeared first on NME.
Alternative Press Magazine Rock On!
- AP A-sides: 10 songs you need to hear
by Alternative Press Magazine on October 16, 2026 at 8:21 pmOur favorite new songs, updated weekly.
- fish narc is living beyond emo-rap
by Neville Hardman on October 16, 2026 at 5:11 pmThe former GothBoiClique member opens up about making straight-ahead anthems with his latest album, Uncle.
- The Smashing Pumpkins reunite with Butch Vig on “Black Stars”
by Kelsey Barnes on October 16, 2026 at 4:42 pmIt’s the first time they’ve worked with the veteran producer since 1993’s Siamese Dream.
- AP teams with Knocked Loose and Denzel Curry for new zine
by Alternative Press Magazine on October 16, 2026 at 4:00 pmPreorder yours while their Hive Mind tour rages on.
- Blondie announce High Noon, their first album in 9 years
by Kelsey Barnes on October 15, 2026 at 3:37 pmLead single “Spectral Eyes” is a reimagining of a track Johnny Marr originally released as a B-side.
- Hear Alien Boy cover Pavement’s “Spit on a Stranger”
by Kelsey Barnes on October 14, 2026 at 5:02 pmThe Portland band’s upcoming LP, Rearrange My Mind, will put an acoustic spin on new and old songs.
- Erin LeCount is no longer at war with herself
by Kelsey Barnes on October 14, 2026 at 4:12 pmThe songwriter and producer discusses creative insecurity, comparison, and allowing the work to exist beyond her.
- Watch Destroy Boys’ Backrooms-inspired video for “Hysteria”
by Kelsey Barnes on October 14, 2026 at 3:01 pmTheir new album, FOIE GRAS, includes a feature with My Chemical Romance’s Frank Iero.
Music Business Worldwide News, jobs and analysis for the global music industry
- From Universal Music’s fresh round of layoffs to Spotify’s catalog surge… it’s MBW’s Weekly Round-upon October 16, 2026 at 5:29 pm
The biggest headlines from the past few days… Source
- SeatGeek, Vivid Seats, others sue Washington, D.C., to block its 10% cap on ticket resale priceson October 15, 2026 at 10:35 pm
The plaintiffs are seeking a preliminary injunction against the District’s RESALE Act, which is set to apply from January 1, 2027. Source
- Warner Chappell Music signs My Chemical Romance to exclusive worldwide publishing dealon October 15, 2026 at 5:35 pm
Warner Chappell will oversee the catalog’s global rights administration, copyright protection, and sync licensing across film, television, and video games. Source
- Live Nation calls FTC’s BOTS Act lawsuit ‘misguided,’ says agency is trying to ‘flip the Act on its head’on October 15, 2026 at 5:26 pm
If the FTC wins, ticketing companies that run their own resale marketplaces could be held liable for reselling tickets they knew, or should have known. Source
- AEG Presents acquires Auguri Productions, which has worked with Stromae, Angèle, and David Guettaon October 15, 2026 at 5:24 pm
Auguri Productions is the Paris-based artist development and concert production company co-founded by Charles Bensmaine. Source
- Chance the Rapper wins second trial against ex-manager Pat Corcoran, who must hand over merch vendor payments – and up to $1.5M in fees, according to Chance’s teamon October 15, 2026 at 1:48 pm
The ruling does not put a number on what Corcoran owes, but representatives for Chance say he is likely to forfeit up to $1.5 million in management fees. Source
MusicRow.com Nashville’s forefront music industry trade publication
- MusicRow Weekly (Publisher Issue, News, Charts, More…)by Madison Hahnen on October 16, 2026 at 7:58 pm
This week’s edition of the MusicRow Weekly covers the release of MusicRow Magazine’s 2026 […] The post MusicRow Weekly (Publisher Issue, News, Charts, More…) appeared first on MusicRow.com.
- New Vinyl Version Of Brad Paisley’s ‘Snow Globe Town’ To Arrive In Novemberby Lorie Hollabaugh on October 16, 2026 at 7:55 pm
Brad Paisley is celebrating the holiday season this year with a new vinyl edition of his […] The post New Vinyl Version Of Brad Paisley’s ‘Snow Globe Town’ To Arrive In November appeared first on MusicRow.com.
- GoldenSky Festival To Return To Sacramento In 2027by Lorie Hollabaugh on October 16, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Zach Bryan, Megan Moroney, Wyatt Flores, and more are set to play the GoldenSky Festival, […] The post GoldenSky Festival To Return To Sacramento In 2027 appeared first on MusicRow.com.
- CRB/CRS Opens Applications For Rusty Walker Scholarshipby Lauryn Sink on October 16, 2026 at 6:48 pm
Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB) is now accepting applications for the Rusty Walker Scholarship […] The post CRB/CRS Opens Applications For Rusty Walker Scholarship appeared first on MusicRow.com.
- Get Engaged Joins SAMYby Lauryn Sink on October 16, 2026 at 5:59 pm
Get Engaged has joined SAMY, a global independent social-first agency. Founded in 2016 by Alex […] The post Get Engaged Joins SAMY appeared first on MusicRow.com.
- The Chicks Celebrate Two Decades Of ‘Taking The Long Way’ [Recap]by Madison Hahnen on October 16, 2026 at 3:51 pm
The Chicks brought their “Taking the Long Way 20th Anniversary Tour” to The Truth in Nashville […] The post The Chicks Celebrate Two Decades Of ‘Taking The Long Way’ [Recap] appeared first on MusicRow.com.
- Cody Johnson Championship Event & Gala Raises Over $600K For Charityby Lorie Hollabaugh on October 16, 2026 at 3:32 pm
Cody Johnson recently hosted his third annual “Cody Johnson Championship Event,” presented […] The post Cody Johnson Championship Event & Gala Raises Over $600K For Charity appeared first on MusicRow.com.
- Riley Green Remains Atop The MusicRow Radio Chartby John Nix Arledge on October 16, 2026 at 3:16 pm
Riley Green remains atop the MusicRow Radio Chart with “Think As You Drunk.” The track is the […] The post Riley Green Remains Atop The MusicRow Radio Chart appeared first on MusicRow.com.
- Emily Ann Roberts Spins Some Captivating Tales On New EP ‘Thread’by Lorie Hollabaugh on October 16, 2026 at 3:12 pm
Emily Ann Roberts has released a new collection of songs, Thread, today via RECORDS […] The post Emily Ann Roberts Spins Some Captivating Tales On New EP ‘Thread’ appeared first on MusicRow.com.
- MCA Nashville Impacted By Universal Music Group Layoffsby Lauryn Sink on October 16, 2026 at 1:51 pm
MCA has reportedly laid off eight employees in the Nashville office, according to Country Aircheck. Those affected […] The post MCA Nashville Impacted By Universal Music Group Layoffs appeared first on MusicRow.com.