Morgan Evans is set to return to Australian stages in a rare, stripped-back setting, with Nova Entertainment announcing the country star will perform at an upcoming Nova’s Red Room event in Sydney.

The ARIA Award-winning artist will take the stage on May 15 at a secret location for an invite-only crowd of just 150 guests, marking one of the most intimate performances of his recent career. Known for his high-energy live shows, the Newcastle-born, Nashville-based singer-songwriter is expected to deliver a more personal set, blending new material with fan favorites.

“Nova’s Red Room shows are always special,” Evans said in a statement. “This one will be a small room, stripped back versions, with probably too much talking in between … new songs, old songs, let’s go!”

The event forms part of Nova’s long-running Red Room series, which has hosted more than 350 artists across its history, including major international names such as Ed Sheeran, Lizzo, and Billie Eilish, alongside Australian acts like Tones And I and The Kid LAROI.

Evans’ upcoming performance comes amid a busy period for the singer, who released his latest album, Steel Town, in March. The project continues his trajectory as one of Australia’s most globally recognized country exports, following the success of tracks like “Kiss Somebody” and “Day Drunk,” which have collectively helped him surpass 900 million global streams.

Following the Red Room show, Evans will embark on a wider tour across Australia and New Zealand, beginning May 21 in Perth. The run will see him perform at major venues including Melbourne’s Forum, Sydney’s Enmore Theatre and Brisbane’s Fortitude Music Hall, before heading across the Tasman.

Nova’s Red Room continues to position itself as a premium live music platform, offering fans access to exclusive performances in intimate settings while giving artists the opportunity to showcase a different side of their catalog.

Fans can enter to attend the Sydney event via the Nova Player, with winners gaining access to one of the most in-demand tickets of the month.

Megan Thee Stallion‘s final curtain call is coming a bit earlier than expected.

The rapper announced via Instagram on Monday (April 27) that she’ll be departing the cast of Broadway’s Moulin Rouge! The Musical after her performance on Friday. She was originally scheduled to perform in the show through May 17.

“Hotties, my last performance as Zidler in @moulinrougebway will be May 1,” Megan said in her caption alongside photos of herself meeting fans at the stage door after performances and posing with castmates and special guests. “It’s been such an honor to be part of thee Moulin Rouge family and I’ve met so many amazing people in this theater!”

She continued by sharing her gratitude for the cast and crew of the Broadway show for “[making] the experience so meaningful” and commending them on their dedication and work ethic. She concludes by thanking her fans for seeing the show.

“And to all the Hotties that showed up or planned to attend, thank you for supporting me during this incredible journey! I LOVE YALL See you soon,” Megan writes.

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Megan made her Broadway debut as Zidler in Moulin Rouge on TKTK, the first woman to every play the role in a production of the show. News of her early departure comes on the heels of her breakup with Mavericks shooting guard Klay Thompson. On Saturday (April 25), Megan took to her Instagram Story to share that she and Thompson, whom she dated for a little under a year, broke up due to his infidelity.

“Cheating, had me around your whole family playing house… got ‘cold feet,’” the three-time Grammy winner wrote. “Holding you down through all your HORRIBLE mood swings and treatment towards me during your basketball season now you don’t know if you can be ‘monogamous’????”

In a statement to Billboard afterward, Megan confirmed that she ended things with Thompson, citing “Trust, fidelity and respect” as “non-negotiable for [her] in a relationship.”

“I’m taking this time to prioritize myself and move ahead with peace and clarity,” Megan concluded in her statement on the breakup.

Lightning might not strike twice, but Zach Bryan will.

The country star had to delay and shorten his Saturday (April 25) show in Nebraska due to inclement weather. Prior to the start of the performance, Bryan took to X to let his fans know that the show would start later than originally intended, writing, “tour in the spring they said, it’ll be fun they said.”

Doors to the venue opened four hours after Bryan’s original post, and his opening act, Kings of Leon, did not take the stage. Unfortunately, the rough weather continued with lightning strikes hitting overhead, and Bryan had to get offstage earlier than planned.

Following the shortened show, Bryan posted a setlist to X the following day, apologizing to fans and letting them know that only the final six songs were cut. A few fans were not pleased with Bryan’s actions or follow-up post, with one person demanding partial refunds be delivered to fans at the show.

“I know a lot of this was out of your control but we got half a show. Very disappointing,” one fan replied to Bryan’s apology post. Bryan responded to the fan with his thoughts on her ask.

“Karen ahhhh tweet,” Bryan replied, to the dismay of another fan.

“What a scum response to a fan who probably waited all night to see you and the opening artists,” responded the next angry fan. “I paid over a thousand dollars to see this show and waited in my car for over 4 hours. Minimal communication by the stadium and zach bryan himself. Ridiculous.”

Bryan once again replied, relying on a line that he already knew worked: “Karen ahhh tweet.”

The country star did have some support in the X comments, with one fan replying: “They are acting like it was in your control, great show brother!” Bryan agreed with the commenter, sharing a photo of the scary weather and writing, “There were f—n lighting bolts?? Above?? Our?? Heads??”

Bryan’s next performance is set for Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville, Mississippi, on Saturday night.

When it comes to Madonna‘s Club Confessions dance party at The Abbey in West Hollywood, California, over the weekend, you just had to be there. And if you weren’t, let the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast take you inside.

On the new episode, Katie & Keith are reliving their Saturday night out, when Madonna previewed unheard tracks from Confessions II, the July 3 sequel to her 2005 classic dance album Confessions on a Dance Floor. Stuart Price — the producer behind both Confessions projects — was the night’s final DJ, and Madonna joined him for a surprise appearance behind the booth at the famed gay bar.

Listen to their full conversation below:

Also on the show, we’ve got chart news on how Olivia Rodrigo’s “Drop Dead” debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart, how Ella Langley’s “Dandelion” spends a second week atop the Billboard 200 albums chart, while Olivia Dean collects a second No. 1 on the Pop Airplay chart with “So Easy (To Fall In Love).” Plus, the Michael Jackson biopic Michael set box-office records in its opening weekend, becoming the biggest U.S. debut ever for a music biopic.

The Billboard Pop Shop Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things pop on Billboard‘s weekly charts. You can always count on a lively discussion about the latest pop news, fun chart stats and stories, new music, and guest interviews with music stars and folks from the world of pop. Casual pop fans and chart junkies can hear Billboard‘s executive digital director, West Coast, Katie Atkinson and Billboard’s managing director, charts and data operations, Keith Caulfield every week on the podcast, which can be streamed on Billboard.com or downloaded in Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast provider. (Click here to listen to the previous edition of the show on Billboard.com.)

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Since the release of the 2026 Michael movie, Michael Jackson fans have been insatiable for more content on the “King of Pop.”

The biopic debuted in theaters on Friday (April 24), and was a massive success at the box office, bringing in a record-breaking $97 million domestic opening and a global launch of $217.4 million, according to Sunday estimates, The Hollywood Reporter reports. The success speaks to the lasting power Jackson has had on the world of music and pop culture, despite his passing in 2009. That’s around 16 years without the “Beat It” singer, and yet, his legacy prevails.

The film, directed by Antoine Fuqua, had the biggest opening weekend ever for a music biopic. Jackson’s life and career are the major draw of the film, but another selling point was the casting, specifically of Michael, who is played by his nephew Jaafar Jackson (son of Jermaine Jackson).

It’s an interesting choice, and one that likely aided in the film’s success, given his portrayal has been applauded by many in the Jackson family. “I was flabbergasted. I have to tell you that you think it’s Mike,” MJ’s sister La Toya Jackson told The Hollywood Reporter of the portrayal. “You forget it’s Jaafar; you think it’s Michael.”

If you’re looking for even more Jackson content, below, we’ve included where you can watch a few other documentaries about him for free, along with a few books.

How to Watch Michael Jackson’s This Is It

This 2009 documentary chronicles Jackson’s supposed comeback. It was set to be a major moment in pop-culture history, culminating in a 50-show residency titled This Is It held at London’s O2 Arena. The concert residency never happened due to Jackson’s sudden death on June 25, 2009, just weeks before the July 13, 2009, opening date.

The footage shown in the documentary is exclusively from his private rehearsals in California. The documentary offers fans a closer look at Jackson’s life behind the scenes and a deep dive into his process. It’s a special look at what could have been. This is a longer watch at one hour and 52 minutes, something you’ll want to dedicate time to if you want to watch all the way through.

Prime Video

Michael Jackson’s This Is It is available to watch online now via Prime Video. To watch, you’ll need to subscribe to Amazon Prime, which will then give you access to Prime Video. A subscription to Amazon Prime will run you $14.99 a month. With your subscription, you’ll have access to Prime Video to watch the Jackson documentary. Better yet, Amazon Prime has a 30-day free trial, allowing you to stream the doc without spending a dime.

Apple TV

Apple TV also includes Michael Jackson’s This Is It within their streaming library. A subscription to the service will run you $12.99 a month or $99 a year. When you subscribe, you’ll gain access to the Jacksom documentary, along with Apple TV’s extensive library, along with Apple Originals, MLS matches and every Formula 1 race weekend. The service offers a seven-day free trial, allowing prospective subscribers the ability to test out the service before committing to anything.

Philo

Philo is another option for those looking to watch the This Is It documentary online. A subscription to the service’s Essentials plan goes for $25 a month and includes 70+ live TV channels along with 75,000+ on‑demand titles, including the Jackson doc, and one year of unlimited DVR. Philo offers a seven-day free trial, giving users the option to test out the streaming platform’s offerings before committing to yet another subscription.

How to Watch TMZ Presents: Michael Jackson: 30 Fatal Seconds

This 2026 documentary, produced by TMZ, reveals never-before-seen footage of the 30 fatal seconds that changed Michael Jackson’s life. Lifelong fans of Jackson might remember this specific moment where he’d been filming a Pepsi commercial in 1984. The star’s hair caught on fire during the shooting, causing  second- and third-degree burns to his scalp. While the premise is primarily fixed on that faithful day, the TMZ documentary also focuses on Jackson’s alleged obsession with plastic surgery, a severe addiction to narcotics and his eventual death. This is a short watch at 42 minutes, enough to get through in under an hour.

Hulu

You can stream the TMZ documentary via Hulu. As of now, a standard Hulu subscription with ads is $11.99 a month, while the ad-free plan goes for $18.99 a month. Students can get Hulu’s ad-supported plan for $1.99 monthly. Whichever plan you choose, subscribers will have access to Michael Jackson: 30 Fatal Seconds, along with tons of movies and TV shows via Hulu’s extensive library. The streaming site offers a 30-day free trial to new and returning members. After the 30 days, the subscription auto-renews at the standard monthly rate unless canceled.

Fubo

Another way to watch the documentary is on Fubo, which has a five-day free trial available here. Continue with one of Fubo’s streaming deals or cancel before your free trial is up to avoid being charged. See details here.

Can I Stream Leaving Neverland?

The 2019 documentary is not available to stream as of now. The Dan Reed-directed watch documents Jackson’s alleged sexual abuse of two boys, aged 7 and 10. The doc was removed from HBO platforms following a settlement in October 2024 regarding a lawsuit filed by the Michael Jackson estate, according to Rolling Stone.

Books on Michael Jackson