A$AP Rocky Enlists Tim Burton for Riotous ‘Air Force (Black Demarco)’ Video
The track appears on the rapper's new album, Don't Be Dumb, released last week
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Udio Strikes AI Licensing Deal With Merlin for Independent Labels
After sealing licensing deals with Universal and Warner, Udio is expanding again.
Wake Up, Babe: Hilary Duff Just Performed ‘What Dreams Are Made of’ for the First Time Ever
At her first concert in over a decade, the actress-singer closed the set with her Lizzie McGuire anthem
Nicki Minaj Blasts Don Lemon With Derogatory Remarks Over ICE Protest Coverage at Minnesota Church
The former CNN anchor clapped back, saying the rapper needs to “sit the f—k down” and “grow some brains.”
Billie Eilish Condemns Civil Rights Violations, ICE-Inflicted Violence Under Trump Administration
"It’s really hard to celebrate that when we no longer feel safe in our own homes or in our streets,” Eilish said while receiving the MLK Jr. Beloved Community Award for Environmental Justice
Brooklyn Beckham Accuses Parents of Trying to ‘Ruin’ His Marriage: ‘I Do Not Want to Reconcile With My Family’
"I'm standing up for myself for the first time in my life," Beckham wrote in a lengthy post
Watch Keith Urban’s Sweet Birthday Message for Dolly Parton
Parton turned 80 on Jan. 19, and Urban has a musical memory to share.
On… Warner’s cutbacks, and the bigger story.
The following article originally appeared in Tim Ingham’s latest ‘Tim’s Take’ email, issued exclusively to MBW+ subscribers. Source
Max Lousada and Julie Greenwald have quietly registered two companies together. The structure might be telling.
The two companies – 26.2 Music Ltd and 26.2 Services Ltd – were established in November last year, according to UK Companies House Source
Valentino, Fashion Designer to the Jet Set, Dies at 93 in Rome
The iconic Italian designer was adored by generations of royals, first ladies and movie stars.
AI music firm Udio is hiring for a Head of Artist Partnerships to lead negotiations with the music industry
Successful candidate will 'define and lead how artists engage with Udio at a pivotal moment in the company’s growth' Source
New Sphere Planned for Washington, D.C., Marking Venue’s Second U.S. Location
A scaled-down version of Las Vegas’ orb-shaped facility is coming to National Harbor in Maryland.
Jacob Alon Crowned 2026 BRITs’ Critics’ Choice Winner
Elton John heaped praise on Alon saying that that they were “destined for big things.”
Songs in the Key of Change: a Martin Luther King Jr. Playlist
Today, January 19, 2026, is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. From the team here at Hypebot, we're sharing a playlist of tracks that were inspired by or speak to the musical legacy of Dr. King's historic influence on the Civil Rights Movement.…
Bruno Crolot exits role as President, Label & Artist Solutions at Believe
MBW first reported last summer that Crolot was leaving his previous position as Spotify’s Senior Director, Head of International Music, for a role at Believe Source
Sphere Entertainment reveals first ‘mini Sphere’ location in US
The company has confirmed plans to develop a 6,000-capacity 'mini Sphere' at National Harbor in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area Source
Harri Davies joins The Other Songs as Head of A&R
Davies arrives following senior A&R role at RCA Records UK Source
Poison’s 40th Anniversary Tour Is Off Because They Can’t Agree on the Money Split
"We had a great offer, I thought," Poison drummer Rikki Rockett said. "Bret [Michaels] wanted the lion’s share of the money, like $6 to every one of our dollars"
Peso Pluma Announces 2026 Dinastía Tour: Here are the Dates
The 30-date U.S. trek is in support of his new collaborative album with Tito Double P.
Inside the Sound: BUNT. and Sonos reimagine “Clouds”
Some songs change your life. Most of the time, it happens unexpectedly.  In BUNT.’s case, it happened on a very crowded train.…