Brandy & Monica Announce ‘The Boy Is Mine’ Co-Headlining Tour With Kelly Rowland, Muni Long & Jamal Roberts: All the Dates

Actually, the boy is theirs. Nearly 30 years after they topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 13 weeks with their timeless duet “The Boy Is Mine,” Brandy and Monica are teaming up for their first-ever co-headlining tour.

As announced Tuesday (June 24), Brandy and Monica will launch their co-headlining The Boy Is Mine Tour on Oct. 16 at Heritage Bank Center in Cincinnati. The 24-city trek will visit arenas in major U.S. cities including Las Vegas, Los Angeles and New York before concluding Dec. 7 at the Toyota Center in Houston.

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Produced by Black Promoters Collective, The Boy Is Mine Tour will also feature an eye-popping lineup of special guests, including four-time Grammy winner Kelly Rowland, two-time Grammy winner Muni Long, and American Idol season 23 champ Jamal Roberts. Long dropped her fourth studio album, Revenge, last summer (Aug. 30, 2024), and Roberts recently notched a No. 1 debut on Hot Gospel Songs just weeks before tributing Kirk Franklin at the 2025 BET Awards. Earlier this month, Rowland was announced as The Voice UK‘s newest coach.

“This really is a full-circle moment,” Brandy, who landed at No. 41 on the Billboard staff’s 75 Best R&B Singers of All Time list, said in a press release. “Monica and I coming together again isn’t just about the music — it’s about honoring where we came from and how far we’ve both come. ‘The Boy Is Mine’ was a defining chapter in R&B, and to share the stage all these years later is bigger than a reunion — it’s a celebration of growth, sisterhood, and the love our fans have given us from day one.”

The R&B icons, who reunited on 2012’s “It All Belongs to Me,” announced their new tour with a cinematic short film helmed by filmmaker and production designer Ethan Tobman, who has worked with the likes of Beyoncé, Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift. Set in a maximum sound asylum, the tour trailer finds Brandy and Monica using their powerful and “forbidden” harmonies to break free.

“The love that ‘The Boy Is Mine’ continues to receive means everything to me,” Monica said in a press release. “This tour is a celebration of our history, our impact, and the fans who have grown with us. Brandy and I have been on our own unique journeys, and coming back together in this way is a reminder of the power of respect, strength, and real music. We’re giving the people what they’ve been asking for, and doing it with grace, love, and purpose. God’s timing perfectly aligned us.”

Last year, Brandy and Monica earned their 13th and fifth Grammy nominations, respectively, thanks to their featured turn on Grande’s “The Boy Is Mine” remix. Named after their duet, Grande’s Eternal Sunshine single reached No. 16 on the Hot 100 and soundtracked a Catwoman-inspired music video featuring cameos from all three ladies, as well as You actor Penn Badgley.

Tickets for The Boy Is Mine Tour go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster.com. Presales begin Thursday from 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. local time via the code “BPC.”

Check out the dates for Brandy and Monica’s The Boy Is Mine Tour and watch the trailer below.

10/16 – Cincinnati, OH – Heritage Bank Center
10/17 – Milwaukee, WI – Fiserv Forum
10/18 – Chicago, IL – United Center
10/19 – Indianapolis, IN – Gainbridge Fieldhouse
10/30 – Memphis, TN – FedExForum
10/31 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
11/1 – Greensboro, NC – First Horizon Coliseum
11/02 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena
11/7 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena
11/8 – Oakland, CA – Oakland Arena
11/9 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
11/13 – Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center
11/14 – Columbia, SC – Colonial Life Arena
11/15 – Birmingham, AL – Legacy Arena at BJCC
11/16 – St. Louis, MO – Enterprise Center
11/20 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center
11/21 – Newark, NJ – Prudential Center
11/22 – Atlantic City, NJ – Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
11/23 – Hampton, VA – Hampton Coliseum*
11/29 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena
11/30 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena
12/5 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center
12/6 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
12/7 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
*Muni Long Not Appearing

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BTS ARMY Documentary Announces Global Theatrical Release

A new feature-length documentary spotlighting the historic fandom of global superstars BTS is set to hit theaters worldwide this July.

Titled Forever We Are Young, the film centers on ARMY, BTS’s devoted global fanbase, and will open in cinemas on Wednesday, July 30 via Trafalgar Releasing. Tickets will be available beginning July 2 at btsarmymovie.com.

Directed by award-winning filmmakers Grace Lee and Patty Ahn, Forever We Are Young explores the passion, creativity and activism that defines BTS ARMY. From Seoul to Los Angeles, Lewisville to Mexico City, the film follows fans across continents who share one powerful connection: their love for BTS. The project dives into the fan-led movements that helped launch BTS into superstardom and reflects on how ARMY has become a global symbol of unity, inclusion and collective strength.

“There is no BTS without ARMY and no ARMY without BTS,” said co-directors Lee and Ahn in a joint statement. “We’re excited for audiences to go on an emotional journey and meet a fandom that made us laugh, cry, and think.”

Forever We Are Young made its world premiere at SXSW 2025 in Austin, Texas, to sold-out audiences and standing ovations, followed by screenings in cities like Copenhagen, Mexico City, and Los Angeles. The film features stories from ReactorCon in Texas, dance cover groups in South Korea, and longtime fans who have organized and mobilized ARMY since BTS’s 2013 debut.

Produced by Eurie Chung, Grace Lee, Nora Chute, and Patty Ahn, and executive produced by Oscar winner Morgan Neville (20 Feet From Stardom), Caitrin Rogers, and James Shin, the film blends personal stories with global milestones to illustrate ARMY’s profound cultural impact. Oscar Vazquez and Aldo Velasco serve as editors, with original music by Andrew Orkin and cinematography by Jerry Henry.

BTS, whose name stands for “Bangtan Sonyeondan” (Beyond the Scene), debuted in 2013 and have since become one of the most successful acts in pop history. With six Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hits and millions of albums sold globally, the group’s cultural influence extends well beyond music. ARMY, short for “Adorable Representative M.C. for Youth,” now boasts over 90 million members worldwide.

Trafalgar Releasing has a long history of distributing BTS content, including record-breaking concert films and live event broadcasts. “The global impact of BTS is undeniable,” said Kymberli Frueh, SVP of Content Acquisitions and Programming at Trafalgar Releasing. “We are proud to bring this film to big screens across the globe to celebrate the impact of the fans themselves.”

Select theaters will feature limited-edition posters and themed concessions for the release.

Forever We Are Young opens worldwide on July 30. For updates and tickets, visit btsarmymovie.com.

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Pete Doherty Pays Tribute to Late Babyshambles Guitarist Patrick Walden

Pete Doherty has shared a moving tribute to Patrick Walden, his former Babyshambles bandmate, following the guitarist’s death at age 46.

In a message posted to social media on June 24, Doherty recalled their creative bond and the joy Walden brought to others. “Jesus that’s a shot in the heart. You brought joy to so many f—ing people, mate,” he wrote. The Babyshambles frontman remembered nights spent writing music together, including their work on the band’s 2005 debut album Down in Albion, and recounted stories from their early days, such as both crashing on the floor at Rooz Studios or staying up until dawn working on songs like “Pipedown.”

“Used to call me Petey! Huh!?” Doherty began. “I was in Mexico lately, and a kid in the street had a tattoo of you and a Shambles French dog on his chest, so I got the French dog tattooed the next day. I meant to call and tell you. I’m telling you now, Pat mate.”

Doherty’s tribute followed a statement from Babyshambles on June 20 confirming Walden’s passing. No cause of death has been disclosed. The group wrote: “We feel very fortunate to have known/loved and worked with him and we kindly ask for respect and privacy during these difficult times.”

Walden joined Babyshambles in the band’s early days, co-writing several tracks on Down in Albion including fan favorites “Pipedown,” “Loyalty Song” and “F— Forever,” which peaked at No. 4 on the Official U.K. Singles Chart. He left the band shortly after the album’s release and was replaced by Mick Whitnall for 2007’s Shotter’s Nation. Despite his departure, Walden occasionally rejoined the group on stage over the years.

Earlier this year, Doherty, bassist Drew McConnell, and drummer Adam Ficek performed a surprise Babyshambles reunion set featuring “Albion” and “F— Forever,” leading to speculation that a full reunion might follow.

Walden’s work with Babyshambles—and his influence on early-2000s British indie rock—remains an essential part of the band’s legacy. “To know you were loved and will be missed. To all your friends and family, be at rest in peace, Pat,” Doherty concluded.

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Jessie J Shares Update as She Undergoes Breast Cancer Surgery

Jessie J is opening up about her breast cancer diagnosis and recovery, sharing an update with fans as she recovers from surgery and awaits further results.

In a new post shared June 24, Jessie (born Jessica Cornish) reflected on the highs and lows of the last 48 hours following her operation. “Blood warning!! This post is some of the honest lows and highs… I will always show the good and hard bits of any journey I go through,” she wrote, alongside photos and a short video from her hospital bed. “Grateful to my doctor / surgeon and all the nurses who cared for me and all my family / friends who came to visit.”

She added that she is now home to rest and awaiting results. “Still hugging everyone going through something tough right now. We all got this!”

The British singer performed what she described as her final show before surgery at Capital’s Summertime Ball earlier this month, telling the crowd of 75,000 at Wembley Stadium, “Today, this show is my last show before I go to beat breast cancer!… It’s the most special thing and I’m so grateful for this life, for you guys, for my career, for my son. My partner. My parents.”

The pop star revealed her diagnosis earlier this month in a June 3 Instagram post, telling followers that the news came just before the release of her April single, “No Secrets.” “I’m highlighting the word ‘early,’” she wrote at the time. “Cancer sucks in any form but I’m holding on to the word ‘early.’”

Since her diagnosis, Jessie has been candid about the emotional process, sharing that she’s been “in and out of tests” and chose to go public with her story not only to process her reality but also to be a source of strength for others. “I also know how much sharing in the past has helped me with other people giving me their love and support, and also their own stories,” she said. “I’m an open book. It breaks my heart that so many people are going through so much – similar and worse.”

In one lighthearted moment, she joked, “I’m getting to keep my nipples, that’s good,” she continued. “It’s a weird topic and a weird situation. And I know the press are going to say crazy stuff but you know what, to get diagnosed with this as I’m putting out a song called ‘No Secrets’ right before a song called ‘Living My Best Life,’ which was all pre-planned before I found out about this, I mean, you can’t make it up.”

Jessie has long been open about her health. In 2020, she revealed a diagnosis of Ménière’s disease, and in the years since has also shared her experience with miscarriage, OCD, and ADHD. She welcomed her son, Sky, in 2023.

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7 Best Moments From Lana Del Rey’s Biggest-Ever U.K. Show

Since her debut tour in 2011, Lana Del Rey’s UK appearances have been sporadic. A mere handful of headline shows, a string of 2020 gigs cancelled, and two consecutive summers of having her set cut off early by major festivals have conjured a feeling that, when it comes to Del Rey and British stages, the stars are never quite able to align.

So when she announced her first U.K. and Ireland stadium shows last year, it’s no wonder that 300,000 tickets promptly sold out. It was assumed, though, that the performances would follow the release of her highly anticipated 10th album Lasso, which has since been renamed The Right Person Will Stay and currently remains a bewilderment.

Yet rather than frustrating, for the legion of fans descending on Cardiff this week, these twists and turns are part of Del Rey’s charm – integral to the air of mystery that surrounds her like a cloud of her vape smoke. And, for an artist whose enigmatic presence on the charts has shaped modern pop in her image, she’s earned the right to be elusive.

It’s why Cardiff – proud host to her first ever U.K. stadium show – has stepped up to the occasion. Ahead of her performance, the entire city is bathed in a Honeymoon glow. Loose feathers torn from boas dance in the wind, girls in white dresses and veils adjust each other’s flower crowns and the bridge of ‘Ride’ leaks from the open doors of every other bar. It’s a testament to Del Rey’s enduring power and relevance as a songwriter, taking to the stage mere days after her 40th birthday and looking out onto a crowd mostly comprised of soon-to-be school leavers.

These are the best moments from Del Rey’s show at Cardiff Principality Stadium.

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Steven Van Zandt Undergoes Surgery, Will Miss Upcoming E Street Band Shows

Steven Van Zandt is recovering from an emergency surgery and will sit out several upcoming shows with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band as he recuperates.

The longtime guitarist and “Little Steven” bandleader shared the news via X on Monday (June 23), revealing that what initially felt like food poisoning turned out to be appendicitis. He was treated in San Sebastián, Spain, following a show in the city and praised the medical team for their swift care.

“Got a sharp pain in my stomach, thought it was food poisoning, turned out to be appendicitis. Got lucky with an exceptional hospital in San Sebastian,” Van Zandt wrote. “The operation was a complete success.”

Springsteen and the E Street Band are in the midst of a European stadium run, with the next stop scheduled for Gelsenkirchen, Germany, on Friday (June 27), followed by back-to-back dates at Milan’s San Siro Stadium on June 30 and July 3.

“I’m hoping to get back on stage for at least one of the shows in Milan,” Van Zandt added. “Thank you all for all the good vibes. See you soon.”

The guitarist last performed onstage with Springsteen in San Sebastián on Tuesday (June 24). No formal announcement has been made regarding a fill-in, though the band has adjusted their lineup in the past to accommodate health-related absences.

Springsteen and the E Street Band continue their 2025 world tour through Europe this summer before returning to North America later in the year.

In other Springsteen-related news, the Boss will soon be dropping Tracks II: The Lost Albums box set, an 83-track collection to be released on June 27 through Sony Music, which will “fill in rich chapters of Springsteen’s expansive career timeline — while offering invaluable insight into his life and work as an artist.”

In a statement in April, Springsteen said, “The Lost Albums were full records, some of them even to the point of being mixed and not released. I’ve played this music to myself and often close friends for years now. I’m glad you’ll get a chance to finally hear them. I hope you enjoy them.”

The box will include the lo-fi LA Garage Sessions ’83, described as a “crucial link” between the bare-bones Nebraska and the full-throated Born in the U.S.A., as well as the drum loop and synthesizer experimentation for the Streets of Philadelphia Sessions. The project covering the years 1983-2018 is a peek into 35 years of home recording and songwriting that the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer said provides insight into work that no one has heard before.

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Turnstile Soundtrack New Taco Bell Commercial Featuring Tony Hawk

Turnstile have landed a high-profile sync spot with two of their latest tracks appearing in a new Taco Bell ad campaign starring skateboarding legend Tony Hawk.

The ad features the hardcore band’s dual singles “SEEIN’ STARS” and “BIRDS” and promotes the fast-food chain’s new Build Your Own Luxe Cravings Box.

The 30-second spot, which began airing nationally this week, is part of Taco Bell’s collaboration with Hawk, who appears in the commercial alongside a group of young skateboarders.

In the ad, the skaters sit atop a ramp, eating Taco Bell, when they suddenly notice Hawk getting ready to drop in. One skater exclaims, “Is that Tony Hawk?” as Turnstile’s music kicks in and Hawk descends the ramp. The energetic placement underscores Taco Bell’s strategy of aligning with alternative and youth-focused music and culture, with Turnstile’s fast-rising profile making them an ideal fit.

“SEEIN’ STARS” and “BIRDS” were released in April as part of a dual single rollout ahead of the band’s third studio album, NEVER ENOUGH, which dropped earlier this month via Roadrunner Records. The project has garnered acclaim for expanding Turnstile’s sonic palette while retaining their punk-fueled core. The Taco Bell placement marks one of the band’s most significant brand collaborations to date.

The campaign also showcases Hawk’s own customized Luxe Cravings Box, which includes a cheese quesadilla, crunchy taco, and other items personally selected by the skate icon. Fans can also build their own version of the combo for $5, $7, or $9.

In addition to the commercial, Turnstile are preparing to hit the road this fall for a headline North American tour in support of NEVER ENOUGH. The tour launches Oct. 19 in Orlando, Florida, and includes a diverse support lineup featuring Amyl and The Sniffers, Blood Orange, Mannequin Pussy, and others. Dates run through early December and include stops in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles.

Turnstile’s crossover appeal continues to expand, with previous collaborations including work with Blood Orange and a 2022 Grammy nomination for Best Rock Song.

Watch the Taco Bell ad featuring Turnstile and Tony Hawk below.

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How ARIA Plans to Promote New Music With Major Chart Changes

The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) has announced a major overhaul to its official chart methodology, marking one of the biggest updates in the organization’s history.

Beginning Sept. 1, 2025, ARIA’s Main Charts for singles and albums—as well as its Australian Artist Singles and Albums Charts—will only feature music released in the past two years. Titles older than that will be moved to a new dedicated catalogue chart, ARIA On Replay.

The changes, announced June 24 and following more than 12 months of modeling and industry consultation, aim to increase visibility for new music—especially Australian releases—and inject greater movement into the charts.

In a briefing to industry and media, ARIA CEO Annabelle Herd described the move as a “simple” but necessary response to industry concerns that the charts had become stagnant, especially in the albums category. “It will open up space in all the charts for new music and new Australian music,” Herd said. “What we think we’re doing is giving more information to artists, to industry and people who are listening to new music and older music.”

The new ARIA On Replay chart will track the performance of catalogue titles—defined as those released more than two years prior. However, older tracks can re-enter the Main Charts under strict conditions: the track must not have appeared in the Top 100 for at least 10 years, be supported by a formal label request, and accumulate enough activity to chart in the Top 30. Any eligible re-entry will be allowed to remain on the Main Charts for a maximum of 10 weeks.

The changes are designed to align ARIA’s methodology with international best practices, following an extensive benchmarking process with organizations in the U.K., U.S., and New Zealand, and consultation with the IFPI. According to Herd, the revamped system aims to “get Australian artists the best deal from the charts.”

The decision to restructure the charts comes after a disappointing year-end result for domestic acts. No Australian releases appeared in the ARIA Top 50 Singles Chart in the most recent update, and just five local albums—including the top two—featured in the albums tally.

This overhaul is ARIA’s most dramatic structural change since the integration of streaming data in 2014 and the subsequent weighting adjustments made to reflect evolving consumption patterns. The shift to a two-year eligibility window is expected to bring more turnover and better highlight emerging talent.

An ARIA Talks session was hosted on June 24 at Sydney’s Ace Hotel to explain the new system and address industry queries. The updated methodology will take effect after the close of the ARIA Awards eligibility period, ensuring no disruption to the 2025 awards cycle.

“More exposure for Australian artists. More movement. That’s what this is about,” Herd said.

For more information and ongoing updates, visit aria.com.au.

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Royel Otis Set August Release for Second Album ‘Hickey’

Indie-pop duo Royel Otis have confirmed their hotly anticipated sophomore album Hickey will arrive on Aug. 22 via OURNESS/Capitol Records.

The follow-up to their breakthrough debut Pratts & Pain (2024), Hickey was officially announced on June 24. The album features the single “Moody,” which was first released on May 9 and teased during a sold-out show in Los Angeles. The track marks a confident return that showcases their distinctive blend of dream-pop hooks, jangly guitars, and melancholic lyricism.

According to Sydney-based bandmates Royel Maddell and Otis Pavlovic, the album’s title was inspired by the emotional intensity of love itself. “…because love bites harder than any other emotion in the world,” they explained in a statement.

The album’s first single, “Moody,” was co-written with Grammy-winning songwriter Amy Allen and produced by Blake Slatkin, known for his work with Gracie Abrams, Omar Apollo, and Charli XCX. The track is “about a girl,” they said simply, letting the emotionally-charged music speak for itself.

However, the single has attracted some criticism for its lyrical content. The chorus line, “My girl’s a b–h when she’s moody,” was flagged by fans and media outlets as potentially misogynistic. In a statement released via their legal team, Royel Otis responded: “This song is written from a specific perspective, it is not intended to convey a broader view or standpoint about women in general. We apologise if anyone understood those lyrics otherwise.”

Royel Otis first formed in 2019, releasing a series of EPs between 2021 and 2023 before issuing their debut album, Pratts & Pain in 2024. Though their “Sofa King” track reached No. 12 on the Alternative Airplay chart in 2023, the band found widespread fame last year following their cover of Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s “Murder on the Dancefloor” for Australian radio station triple j’s Like a Version series. 

The cover topped the Alternative Airplay charts and also peaked at No. 41 on the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart. The group’s penchant for covers was again felt when their SiriusXM session rendition of The Cranberries‘ “Linger” was released, giving them their first appearance on the Hot 100 when it reached No. 94.

In late 2024, the duo picked up four ARIA Awards from eight nominations, including Best Group and Best Rock Album. Producer Chris Collins also won for Best Produced Release and Best Engineered Release for Pratts & Pain.

Royel Otis are continuing their global ascent in 2025. Following a string of sold-out shows in New York City, Austin, and at home in Sydney, they’re heading to Europe for a series of major shows, including an appearance at Glastonbury Festival on June 29. From there, they’ll kick off their ‘meet me in the car’ headline tour across North America.

In a recent Rolling Stone AU/NZ interview, the band spoke candidly about their creative process. “We’ll start working on some stuff in early January,” Pavlovic said. “We’ve got a little bit of time away to just work on some music. I don’t know how anyone has an actual schedule or a routine of how they write songs. We just work together, bounce ideas off each other.”

“It’s always different,” Maddell added. “It’s like building a cake.”

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Go Inside Post Malone’s Big A** Stadium Tour With Jelly Roll | All Access | Billboard News

Post Malone’s BIG A** Stadium Tour stopped by L.A. at SoFi Stadium and we’re taking you inside everything you missed — from the VIP suite with Bootsy Bellow’s to Jelly Roll popping out for the night to exclusive merch, keep watching to see everything you missed!

Are you going to Post Malone’s BIG A** Stadium Tour? Let us know in the comments!

Fan 1:

Obviously, Post Malone is having quite the decade, so it’s amazing to see him at these heights at SoFi Stadium.

Tetris Kelly:

We got to check out the BIG ASS Stadium Tour at his L.A. stop at SoFi Stadium. And not only did we get to go to church with Jelly Roll, and get all the Post Malone hits around. We did it in style in Bootsy Bellow’s exclusive club, and we take you there in Billboard All Access. The fans came for a show, and as they packed into SoFi Stadium, we had to do a vibe check. And some fans were lucky enough for VIP. 

Fan 2:

I’m at Post Malone, and I got the VIP package. It came with a really cool lanyard, I got a bag. What is in here? It’s a poncho. There’s the hood. That’s so cool.

Tetris Kelly:

While some fans came as a family affair and for all the merch.

Fan 3:

So I had to buy some stuff. I wanted to spend time with him, and we both loved Post Malone, so why not?

Tetris Kelly: 

And inside and directly on the floor, we hung out with h.wood’s Bootsy Bellow’s that had the drinks flowing with the food spread, a cushy lounge, VIP table service and epic views of the show. 

Fan 4:

Posty is everything! We got drinks, the best view of the show. I mean, look at it, luxury, beautiful experience. Bootsy Bellow’s and the h.wood group have been at the cutting edge of hospitality.

Tetris Kelly:

We agree. And we caught up with more fans to see why everyone was there. 

Fan 5:

Oh, I love Jelly Roll. Yeah, I’m big fan. 

Keep watching for more!

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