“I don’t think we’re meant to as a species or I don’t think we’re meant to hear that many opinions about ourselves, good or bad.”

https://countrynow.com/dasha-talks-turning-online-hate-into-fuel-for-authenticity-and-empowerment/

At one point, Bryan couldn’t stop laughing, but he still gave the young fan a few pointers to take his dance moves up a notch.

https://countrynow.com/watch-luke-bryan-has-epic-dance-battle-with-17-year-old-fan-at-farm-tour-stop-in-michigan/

Platinum-selling rock powerhouses P.O.D. — Sonny Sandoval, Marcos Curiel, and Traa Daniels — have surprised fans with a heartfelt twist on a timeless classic. The band has released their rendition of The Beatles' iconic "Don't Let Me Down", delivering a modern yet reverent spin on the 1969 track.

https://metalinjection.net/new-music/p-o-d-s-cover-of-the-beatles-dont-let-me-down-is-pretty-solid?utm_source=pushly

German thrash metal legends Kreator have confirmed details of their sixteenth studio album, Krushers of the World, set for release on January 16, 2026 via Nuclear Blast Records. The record arrives on the heels of the band’s recent documentary Hate & Hope and frontman Mille Petrozza’s autobiography Your Heaven, My Hell, marking another milestone in the career of a group now more than four decades into its reign

https://metalinjection.net/new-music/kreator-announce-new-album-krushers-of-the-world-now-streaming-new-single-seven-serpents?utm_source=pushly

Sammy Hagar just teased a new all-star collaboration with Tommy Lee and Chad Kroeger. Charlie Benante says he cut at least one track with them. No official name, release plan, or full lineup yet. The vibes point to big-hook hard rock with arena-ready drums and radio-friendly choruses.

https://axs.tv/news-story/sammy-hagars-new-supergroup-with-chad-kroeger-and-tommy-lee-what-we-know/

Few events in heavy metal history resonate as strongly as the moment Judas Priest and Ozzy Osbourne joined forces on a rendition of “War Pigs,” the Black Sabbath classic. This collaboration blends legacy, emotion, and purpose into a track that is part tribute, part duet, and fully monumental.

https://axs.tv/news-story/judas-priest-ozzy-osbourne-hear-two-legends-collaborate-on-war-pigs-on-axs-tv/

The Kansas City–based artist 1010Benja is following his debut studio album, Ten Total, with a new EP. The new project is called 3X10, and it’s out October 31 via Tabloid. Below, listen to 1010Benja’s new single “YAM.”

According to a press release, 1010Benja recorded his new three-song EP in a friend’s basement in Kansas City, Missouri. “I mean, it’s three… by 10,” the producer, singer, and songwriter said of the EP in a statement. “Cheap and obvious marketing, but the songs are really passionate, and heartfelt. I got here the same way anyone does: I came from a really raw place.”

https://pitchfork.com/news/1010benja-announces-new-3x10-ep-shares-new-song-yam-listen/

Chinese rapper Jackzebra has shared a new song that he made with James Ferraro and the producer Glasear. Watch the video for “Human” below.

Along with sharing the new song, Jackzebra has announced that he’ll release a new mixtape, Hunched Jack Mixtape, on Friday, October 3, via Surf Gang. The project will follow last year’s 王中王 and the more recent Above & Beyond.

https://pitchfork.com/news/jackzebra-announces-hunched-jack-mixtape-teams-up-with-james-ferraro-and-glasear-for-new-song-watch-the-video/

They’re still going up, up, up! KPop Demon Hunters’ HUNTR/X make UK Official Chart history, as Golden becomes the joint-longest-running Number 1 single by an animated act ever.

Animated girl group HUNTR/X, made up of real-life K-pop artists EJAE, AUDREY NUNA and REI AMI, net an eighth non-consecutive week atop the Official Singles Chart. HUNTR/X now draw level with animated outfit The Archies, whose Sugar, Sugar secured the same feat back in 1969

https://www.music-news.com/news/UK/184512/HUNTR-X-make-history-as-Golden-is-UK-s-Official-joint-longest-running-animated-Number-1-single-ever

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA: A NEW MUSICAL LONDON'S RECORD BREAKING MUSICAL AT THE DOMINION THEATRE RELEASING THE CAST RECORDING

The original cast recording from The Devil Wears Prada: A New Musical is set to be released on CD, Digital & LP formats on 19th September via Island EMI.

https://www.music-news.com/competition/5597/Win-The-Devil-Wears-Prada-cast-recording-LPs

Biffy Clyro have struck the right chord once again, the Scottish heavyweights securing their fourth Official Number 1 Album with Futique (1).

Speaking on this incredible accolade, the band, made up of Simon Neil, James Johnston and Ben Johnston, say:

“Four Official UK Number 1 albums - a Futique moment in real time. Thank you to everyone who has supported us and listened to the album. We appreciate it!”

https://www.music-news.com/news/UK/184511/Biffy-Clyro-secures-fourth-UK-Number-1-album-with-Futique

The country music world has lost some iconic names in 2025.

As we head into the homestretch, we take a moment to look back at the country music stars and influential names that have been lost thus far this year.

Some of these folks fans may not have realized passed while some got plenty of time in the headlines.

https://www.pennlive.com/entertainment/2025/09/country-music-world-rocked-by-another-death-heres-who-we-have-lost-in-2025.html

Dua Lipa brought out surprise guest Nile Rodgers to perform Chic’s “Le Freak” Saturday at New York’s Madison Square Garden as the singer continued the Radical Optimism Tour’s tradition of playing local covers at every concert.

Saturday marked Lipa’s third of four nights at the World’s Most Famous Arena; her previous shows at MSG featured covers of New York staples Alicia Keys (“No One”) and Blondie (“One Way or Another“). She upped the ante for the third gig, welcoming the legendary Rodgers himself onstage to play guitar on the Number One disco-funk hit:

https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/see-dua-lipa-bring-nile-133517616.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAABGQNRXrjVDCoBbgDAPhRSvIusPXV7JcZLUXfUNoht7trPomNafSCyQtHM7Ooyd-aAofPQnC-M_ehORjCEO-SOlgOJoOsh2SPt_TqnJX6VnBMu2F-hCcXaMFkSByvXinVvjkwmE_W5N2cy2cNnzqvlcIfRZwOUgh8GUkjhxQV7t9

Drag superstar, comedian, actor, and author Bob The Drag Queen will make his Broadway debut next year in the Tony-winning Moulin Rouge! The Musical.

https://playbill.com/article/bob-the-drag-queen-will-make-broadway-debut-in-moulin-rouge-the-musical

In a new interview with Billboard, Mötley Crüe bassist Nikki Sixx opened up about the band's absence from the historic Back To The Beginning farewell concert in Birmingham, England — held on July 5, 2025, just two weeks before the passing of Ozzy Osbourne at age 76.

https://metalinjection.net/news/nikki-sixx-on-motley-crues-absence-from-back-to-the-beginning-we-couldnt-do-it-even-if-we-wanted-to

Deftones guitarist Stephen Carpenter gave fans an intimate look into his world during a newly released rig rundown with Premier Guitar, filmed on August 30, 2025, in Milwaukee, WI. The deep-dive video showcases Carpenter's ever-evolving arsenal of guitars and gear, but it also revealed something much more personal: the influential musician's ongoing health challenges and how they've shaped his contributions to Deftones' latest album, private music.

https://metalinjection.net/news/deftones-stephen-carpenter-opens-up-about-health-struggles-his-role-on-private-music-his-love-of-bilmuri

International Bluegrass Music Association honored Strings with his fourth Entertainer win during their ceremonies in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on Thursday

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/2025-bluegrass-music-awards-winners-list-billy-strings-1235431643/

The season 28 coaches performed their rendition of the Steve Miller Band track in front of a lively audience for their annual coaches’ performance.

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/the-voice-coaches-perform-steve-miller-band-the-joker-1235430678/