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Billy Joel Surprises Fans With First Performance Since Brain Disorder Diagnosis

Billy Joel surprised fans in Florida with his first performance since revealing he has a brain disorder. On Friday (Jan. 2), the 76-year-old music legend delivered a two-song set alongside Billy Joel tribute band Turnstiles at a village amphitheater in Wellington, Florida, which was celebrating its 30th anniversary. Related Billy Joel 2026 Carnegie Hall Tribute […]

EsDeeKid Calls Out The Chainsmokers Over ‘4 Raws’ Remix

UK rapper EsDeeKid has publicly called out The Chainsmokers after the duo shared a remix of his track “4 Raws” that he says was released without his approval. In a post on X on Jan. 2, EsDeeKid wrote that the remix was “getting NUKED,” writing, “that chainsmokers remix is getting NUKED mate wow please. don’t […]

Yungblud Releases Darker ‘Zombie’ Featuring The Smashing Pumpkins

Yungblud has kicked off 2026 with a high-profile collaboration, unveiling a new version of his song “Zombie” featuring The Smashing Pumpkins. The reimagined track marks the first time the Pumpkins have appeared on another artist’s recording, a notable moment in the band’s three-decade career. Originally released as part of Yungblud’s fourth studio album Idols, “Zombie” […]

Tommy Lee Jones Mourns Death of Daughter Victoria Jones at 34

Tommy Lee Jones and his family are mourning the death of his daughter, Victoria Jones, who was found dead in San Francisco on New Year’s Day. She was 34. In a statement shared on Jan. 2, Jones and his family asked for privacy as they grieve. “We appreciate all of the kind words, thoughts, and […]

Dina LaPolt Sues Ex-Mentee Who Allegedly ‘Declared War’ After Leaving Law Firm

Powerhouse music attorney Dina LaPolt is suing a former law partner for allegedly disparaging her to clients and industry professionals after opening a competing firm. LaPolt, a frequent Billboard honoree known for her representation of major artists and advocacy for legislation including the Music Modernization Act, filed breach of contract and defamation claims on Dec. […]

Drake Accused of Funding Fake Spotify Streams in Latest Gambling Lawsuit

A new class action lawsuit alleges Drake has used his partnership with online casino Stake to funnel millions of dollars towards artificial stream-boosting campaigns. The claims come in a legal complaint filed Wednesday (Dec. 31) against Drake, Stake, streamer Adin Ross and Australian national George Nguyen. It’s the latest in a series of recent class […]

In Canada: The Issues That Will Define the Canadian Music Industry in 2026

As the music industry returns from the holiday breaks and out-of-office replies expire, a number of issues continue to loom. With the calendar turning over to 2026, Billboard Canada takes a look at some of the political, legislative, financial and creative issues that continue to affect music in Canada. Many reflect broader conversations that have been hotly […]

‘Wicked’ Composer Stephen Schwartz Joins Growing List of Artists Pulling Kennedy Center Shows After Trump Takeover: ‘There’s No Way I Would Set Foot In It Now’

While the White House has assured Americans that things are going swell at the recently re-named John F. Kennedy Center in for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., the growing list of bookings falling off the beloved arts venue’s performance roster tells a slightly different tale. On Thursday (Jan. 1), Oscar-winning Wicked composer and lyricist […]