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22 Nov 2024

What Inspired Miley Cyrus’ ‘Wrecking Ball’? ‘My Man Wasn’t Acting Right’

Miley Cyrus has six new pieces of hardware in her collection, one for each of her biggest hits. And in a new episode of Spotify‘s Billions Club: The Series, the 31-year-old pop star opened up about each of her tracks that have crossed into 10-digit territory on the streaming service, including 2009’s “Party in the U.S.A.” — which she lovingly referred to as the “ultimate grocery aisle music” — 2013’s “We Can’t Stop,” 2018’s “Nothing Breaks Like a Heart” with Mark Ronson and 2020’s “Angels Like You.”

The celebration of her milestones comes as her first-ever Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 single, “Wrecking Ball,” becomes her sixth track to reach a billion listens.

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While discussing the pop-rock heartbreak anthem with sister Brandi Cyrus, Miley revealed the straightforward inspiration behind “Wrecking Ball”: “My man wasn’t acting right.”

Released in 2013, the song is widely believed to be about the star’s ex-husband, Liam Hemsworth — as is “Flowers,” her second-ever Hot 100 chart-topper and the fastest of her tracks to reach a billion streams. It was also Spotify’s most-streamed song of 2023 and earned Miley her first and second Grammy Awards (record of the year and best pop solo performance) earlier this year.

Of the speculation into the subject matter of “Flowers,” Miley quipped, “The only rumor I can confirm to be true is that the gold dress I am wearing is museum-quality from Yves Saint Laurent that is in an exhibition in Paris right now.”

In another clip from the shoot shared exclusively with Billboard on Thursday (Nov. 21), the Hannah Montana alum reflected on how she’s inspired younger stars such as Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Rodrigo. “You never think about in the future, someone replicating what you do,” she said in the snippet. “You’re just doing it because it’s honest in the moment … It’s really important they do it their own way, because that’s what my career has represented above all else.”

Miley’s Billions Club episode makes her just the latest artist to be honored by the series, with past installments focusing on Ariana Grande, Cardi B, Billie Eilish, Ed Sheeran and more.

Watch Miley’s Billions Club episode above.

22 Nov 2024

Watch Erykah Badu Perform in a Raucous Club Scene From August Wilson’s ‘The Piano Lesson’ Film Adaptation

Erykah Badu is returning to a screen near you.

The singer has deeply immersed herself in the upcoming film The Piano Lesson, taking part in producing the score as well as joining the cast as bandleader Lucille at the Pittsburgh Hill District’s famed jazz club the Crawford Grill. In a clip shared exclusively with Billboard, the superstar curates a high-energy jazz performance, with patrons flooding the dance floor to groove along to the melody.

Badu has previously acted in films and TV series, including What Men Want, The Land, Hand of God and more.

The Malcolm Washington-directed film, adapted from August Wilson’s 1987 Pulitzer Prize-winning play of the same name, stars Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, Ray Fisher, Michael Potts, Skylar Aleece Smith, Danielle Deadwyler and Corey Hawkins, in addition to Badu. The story, set in 1936 following the Great Depression, follows the Charles family as they clash over an heirloom, the family piano, which is decorated with designs carved by an enslaved ancestor. As a result, they find “haunting truths about how the past is perceived and who defines a family legacy,” per the film’s logline.

Denzel Washington and Todd Black are The Piano Lesson‘s producers, while the music score was created by Alexandre Desplat. 

In addition to her portrayal of Lucille, Badu also wrote an essay for The Piano Lesson‘s accompanying Assouline book that features exclusive artwork celebrating the making of the film. “Ain’t no such thing as a wrong note. That’s the first thing you gotta understand,” she begins, sharing her personal journey with her own musical family heirloom, a piano from her grandmother. “Every time I pressed down [on the keys], even when the sound wasn’t ‘right’ by some textbook standard, I felt the vibrations of truth. Those so-called wrong notes? They were the universe whispering secrets, showing me paths that nobody else could see.”

The book will be available to order here starting Friday (Nov. 22), the same day The Piano Lesson hits Netflix. Watch the exclusive clip from the film above, and read Badu’s full essay via Billboard below.

Ain’t no such thing as a wrong note. That’s the first thing you gotta understand. When my grandmama gave us a used upright piano, made of wood with gold accents and keys yellowed and slightly out of tune, she wasn’t just giving us a musical instrument. She was passing on a portal to another dimension, a way to speak with the ancestors.

I was just a little girl of seven, with tiny hands stretching to reach those ivory bones. Every time I pressed down, even when the sound wasn’t ‘right’ by some textbook standard, I felt the vibrations of truth. Those so-called wrong notes? They were the universe whispering secrets, showing me paths that nobody else could see.

Fast-forward to the set of Malcolm Washington’s adaptation of The Piano Lesson. Initially, I’m there to produce music for the score, but next thing you know, I’m acting in the club scene, feeling August Wilson’s words pulse through me like they did back in my days as a theater major at Grambling State. And there’s this scene that was really heavy. Berniece is faced with this haunted piano, a sort of family heirloom with its carved figures, carrying generations of joy and pain. She’s scared and refuses to touch it, like it might burn her fingers with all that history.

But eventually, she relents. In order to exorcise the ghost, she bands on those keys repeatedly, wailing, ‘Help me, ancestors, help me!’ That’s when the magic happens. It ain’t pretty. It ain’t polished. But it’s real. It’s raw. And in those ‘wrong’ notes, in that discord of sound and emotion, both Berniece and the trapped spirit find release.

22 Nov 2024

Executive Turntable: AIM Sends Instant Message With CEO Hire, Plus Concord Forms Advisory Board

It’s time to drop the needle on Executive Turntable, Billboard’s comprehensive(ish) compendium of promotions, hirings, exits and firings — and all things in between — across music.

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Gee Davy was officially named chief executive of the Association of Independent Music (AIM), following her interim leadership since the April departure of Silvia Montello. Joining AIM in 2017 as head of legal and business affairs and becoming chief operating officer in 2020, Gee has played a pivotal role in championing the UK’s independent music sector. As CEO, she’ll continue to advocate for the music community, focusing on issues like funding, streaming reform, and the ethical use of AI. AIM chair Ruth Barlow commended Gee’s leadership over the past eight months and underscored the importance of protecting the independence of the industry amidst creeping corporate consolidation. “True independence remains a vital counterbalance to the consolidation of power that major corporations wield,” she said. “It’s never been more important for the independent community to stand together for integrity and values that genuinely support and respect artists and rightsholders.” At AIM’s annual general meeting this week, four new board members were also elected: Junior Foster, Leah Ellis, Matt Bristow and Rachel Buswell. They replace outgoing members Alice Whittington, Clare McKinney, Jason Rackham and Sarah Cole.

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CTS Eventim named Karel Dörner as chief technology officer of the German concert promoter and ticketing company, effective New Year’s Day. A seasoned expert in digital transformation among Europes’s business community, Dörner brings experience from leading McKinsey Digital Labs in Western Europe and co-founding eBay Europe. In this newly created role, he will oversee the IT, product and information science divisions, driving digitalization, data-centered business models and the integration of generative AI. Key team members, including Christoph Bodi and James Brooke, will report to him. This appointment allows COO Alexander Ruoff, the current point-person for IT and product, to focus on international development. Dörner’s expertise aligns with CTS Eventim’s growth strategy, with CEO Klaus-Peter Schulenberg lauding his “proven expertise” and “entrepreneurial skills,” adding that “he will bring fresh impetus to the company.”

Concord announced the formation of its new advisory board of noted executives who’ll guide the music company’s strategic direction and innovation. The board includes Greg Ballard, former CEO of Glu Mobile and Warner Custom Music; Liat Ben-Zur, a digital transformation expert with experience at Microsoft and Philips; Janicza Bravo, an acclaimed writer and director; Darien Dash, a business leader in music, technology, and finance; Marc Geiger, co-creator of Lollapalooza and founder of SAVELIVE; Nick Grouf, an entrepreneur and investor known for co-founding Firefly and Pluto TV; TJ Haynes-Morgan, chief audit executive at Raymond James Financial; Scott Pascucci, former CEO of Concord and current executive chairman of Morrison Hotel Gallery; Jim Weber, CEO of Brooks Running Company; Tom Whalley, a veteran music executive and founder of Loma Vista Recordings; and Jake Wisely, a co-founder and equity partner of Concord.

BOARD SHORTS: Michelle Escoffery was elected chair of The Ivors Academy Trust, a UK charity supporting disadvantaged songwriters and composers. As the Trust approaches its 25th anniversary in 2025, Escoffery’s dedication to music creators is clear, having joined as a Trustee in 2023. With over three decades in the music industry, she is currently president of PRS for Music Members’ Council, a Trustee of the PRS Foundation, and a member of ICMP’s Industry Advisory Board … Sarah Morris, general manager of NPR‘s affiliates in Kansas City, has been elected to the public broadcaster’s board of directors.

Vanessa Brennan of Orfium

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Vanessa Brennan joined Orfium as chief transformation officer, a newly created position at the Los Angeles-based music rights management tech firm. Reporting to CEO Rob Wells, she’ll align cross-functional teams for strategic growth. Brennan previously held senior roles at Slack, including director of engineering, and at Spotify, where she managed security and system monitoring. Wells praised her strategic insight and technological expertise as vital to Orfium’s growth, saying her “leadership abilities will be instrumental as we expand our global footprint and continue innovating to drive value for the entertainment industry.”

ADA, the independent music distribution and artist services division of WMG, is expanding in Southeast Asia with new operations in Indonesia and Thailand. Rasti Sryantoro, founder of Solar Sounds Jakarta and a veteran of Sony Music, will lead ADA Indonesia, while Arisa Maruekatat, with 18 years of expertise at LINE TV, TikTok and elsewhere, will head up ADA Thailand. In Indonesia, ADA has extended its partnership with DPM, connecting with 28 independent labels to amplify artists’ international profiles. Notable names like Armada and Marcell are part of this collaboration. Additionally, ADA signed an exclusive deal with Voice of Baceprot (VOB), the first Indonesian band to perform at Glastonbury, to further their global reach. These initiatives highlight ADA’s commitment to supporting independent music and strengthening its presence in Southeast Asia, fostering growth and international opportunities for regional artists.

ALL IN THE FAMILY: Michele Singer joined Penske Media as vice president and associate general counsel, overseeing legal matters for a swath of publications including Robb Report, SheMedia and the art-focused outlets Art News, Art in America and Artforum, while also supporting Fairchild alongside Nicole Brandofino. Based in New York, Singer will report to Judith Margolin, senior vp and deputy general counsel. Singer brings a wealth of media law expertise, having previously served as G to the C for JAF Communications and MRC Media, where she backed teams here at Billboard and at The Hollywood Reporter. Her skills encompass newsroom counseling, strategic partnerships, data privacy, litigation and advertising law. Before transitioning to media law, Singer spent two decades in the music industry with Sony Music, BMG and EMI Music, handling business affairs … Ex-Billboard news director Shirley Halperin is joining Maer Roshan as co-editor-in-chief of our sister publication, The Hollywood Reporter. It’s a sequel for Halperin, who previously had a seven-year tenure at THR before taking her talents to Variety and, most recently, Los Angeles Magazine.

Believe announced a new leadership structure in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), appointing Liliana Abudalo as head of label & artist solutions and Celine Hitti as head of artist services. Both will report to regional managing director Dolly Makhoul. Based in Dubai, Abudalo brings over 16 years of experience, having worked with YouTube and other key music companies in the region. Hitti, based in Paris, will focus on empowering independent artists through marketing strategies. Previously head of editorial & marketing partnerships, she has significantly contributed to the Arab music scene and was recognized in Billboard Arabia’s 40 under 40 list. “This new leadership team represents a bold step forward in our mission to deliver unique value to our partners and clients, accompanying them at every stage of their development,” said Dolly Makhoul, Believe’s regional managing director. “Through our MENA footprint, we aim at continuing to establish Believe locally as a leading music company in line with our own vision, model and values: independence, expertise, respect, fairness and transparency.”

Belinda Dinwiddie Havron of Musicians on Call

Belinda Dinwiddie Havron | Musicians On Call

Musicians On Call, which brings live music to hospitals, named Belinda Dinwiddie Havron as its first Chief Development Officer. Havron will lead all fundraising efforts, including support from individuals, corporate partnerships, events and grants. Over her 37-year career, Havron has raised millions for various causes, including $60 million for capital and special projects. She previously worked at the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, creating charitable funds and securing significant support for nonprofits. “Her incomparable reputation in Nashville and decades of experience helping charities grow and thrive will be invaluable as we build the future of our organization,” said MOC president and CEO Pete Griffin. “I know with her leadership we will see great success in expanding our programs to new communities.”

Independent distributor IDOL appointed Rayen Gonzalez as DSP editorial & partnerships manager (UK) to support its growing London roster. Gonzalez, previously with [PIAS], will report to UK general manager Roo Currier and head of DSP editorial & partnerships Paul Pétel. This appointment aligns with IDOL’s new global services deal with UK labels Full Time Hobby and Hassle Records. IDOL will manage worldwide digital distribution, marketing, and audience development for these labels, excluding Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The team will work closely with the labels and artists to expand international audiences using advanced analytics to track playlist performance and consumption trends.

Joanna Batemits launched CLUB S’AKOÚO, an independent music supervision and consulting agency in New York. She previously led the music department at Carousel Collective, working with brands like Victoria’s Secret, Pepsi, Spotify and Calvin Klein, among others. CLUB S’AKOÚO, which deals in music supervision, copyright clearance, licensing, production and talent negotiations, looks to help client integrate music thoughtfully into media projects and create impactful campaigns. Recently, the agency secured the Spice Girls’ “Never Give Up On The Good Times” for Victoria’s Secret’s holiday campaign.

Peter Ratcliffe is the new director of content protection at UK labels trade body BPI, effective immediately. With a 32-year career in The City of London Police, where he managed the UK Police Intellectual Property Crime Unit and served as Detective Superintendent, Ratcliffe brings extensive expertise in intellectual property protection. He will lead BPI’s 16-member Content Protection Unit, working closely with BPI’s legal team to address digital and physical music piracy. Reporting to CEO Dr. Jo Twist OBE and supported by Niki Haywood, Ratcliffe’s appointment underscores BPI’s commitment to safeguarding artists’ work in the evolving music landscape. Dr. Twist highlighted Ratcliffe’s invaluable experience in IP infringement as a crucial asset “at a pivotal time in the transformation of our industry, when human artistry needs more safeguarding than ever.”

Jack Clulow, tvg hospitality‘s group operations director, is relocating from the UK to New York to join the U.S. team. Since 2017, Clulow has been instrumental in launching and managing 13 music and hospitality venues in London and Alabama, with three more projects underway in the U.S., including a new venue in Los Angeles. Founded by Mumford & Sons’ Ben Lovett, tvg hospitality venues — including the Orion in Huntsville, Ala. and Flat Iron Square in London — and are known for their high quality designs and attention to hospitality that emphasize local character.

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Pam Matthews will retire next year from her role as executive director at the International Entertainment Buyer’s Association (IEBA) … Global Citizen has made two key appointments to their executive leadership team … Gerardo Mejía of “Rico Suave” fame got a promotion at UnitedMasters … Kevin Lipson was elevated to chief revenue officer at Republic … and Sony Music Nashville named Taylor Lindsey as chairman and CEO. [KEEP READING]
Last Week’s Turntable: Universal Hires Warner Veteran to Lead EMI Japan

22 Nov 2024

Jason Kelce Has Some Crafty Ideas For Christmas Gifts For Brother Travis and Taylor Swift: ‘Friendship Macaroni Necklaces!’

Jason Kelce stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Thursday night (Nov. 21) to talk about his new ESPN talk show, though the conversation naturally ended up pivoting to his younger brother Travis and Trav’s girlfriend, Taylor Swift.

After some perfunctory talk about the former Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl-winning center’s salad days with the team and how he keeps himself busy now that he’s retired, the pair got down to the really important stuff: what gifts is Jason getting Travis and Taylor for Christmas?

“At Christmastime will you buy individual gifts for Travis and Taylor, or will you buy them a couple’s gift?” Kimmel wondered. “And what do you get them?”

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“It’s tough to shop for people that can have anything that they want,” Jason admitted. “So you gotta go to handmade gifts, something sentimental maybe that is near and dear to them?” When Kimmel asked if Jason was crafty enough to make his own hand-made gifts, the former baller said he never has, but that it might work “really well” this holiday season.

“I’ve got something up my sleeve year… a macaroni necklace would be [a good gift]. It works on me with my kids,” said Kelce. “It would be funny if you make Taylor a macaroni necklace and then all of a sudden millions of girls are wearing macaroni necklaces,” Kimmel joked as Kelce coined the sure-to-be-viral-soon phrase “friendship macaroni necklaces.”

Jason Kelce will debut his new ESPN talk show, They Call it Late Night, on Jan. 3, with the post-season series slated to air every Friday during the playoffs. “I’ve always loved [late night shows]. I remember sleepovers watching Conan O’Brien with my friends,” he told Kimmel. “For me, the biggest thing players say they miss when they leave the sport is being around the guys, the locker room, the banter.” Which is why the new show will feature a rotating cast of legends, friends, celebrities, former teammates and a live band, all in Philadelphia, of course.

When Kimmel asked if Travis might be on the show, Jason said the Kansas City Chiefs tight end will “probably” be busy — the Chiefs are 9-1 and are on track to cruise to the playoffs again this year — but “hopefully” he can’t make it because he’s tied up trying to win an unprecedented third straight Super Bowl.

“If he says he can’t make it on a Friday and then we see him at one of girlfriend’s concerts on a Friday, we’re gonna have a problem probably,” Kimmel joked about Travis’ frequent trips around the world to catch Swift on her soon-to-conclude Eras Tour. “We all know who the priority is,” Jason said.

Watch Jason Kelce on Kimmel below.

22 Nov 2024

Cara Delevingne Recalls Living With Taylor Swift After a Bad Break-Up: ‘I Took Her For a Bit of a Wild Ride’

Model Cara Delevingne is opening up about one of her former A-list roommates. In a chat with comedian and uber-Swiftie Nikki Glaser for Interview magazine, the two, naturally, got around to talking about Delevingne’s longtime friend Taylor Swift, with Cara assured Glaser that the singer is exactly the kind of caring friend you want to move in with after a rough split.

“I was going through a really horrible breakup, and she let me live with her,” Delevingne said. “We’re very different people. She’s very homely, because she looked after me so well, but we got into some — not trouble, but I definitely took her for a bit of a wild ride. Just to get her to blush would be great.”

The model asked legendarily lacerating roast master Glaser — who said she attended 17 Eras Tour shows over the past year — who she would most like to roast in the future. The answer was, of course, you know who. “I mean, as a Swiftie, I would love a roast of Taylor Swift,” said Glaser. “But I actually wouldn’t because I would be angry if anyone was really mean.”

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Only Murders in the Building star Delevingne, 32, agreed that that would be awful, but assured Glaser that the singer could totally give as good as she got. “The thing about Taylor, though, is I’ve seen her do a speech at someone’s wedding before, and it was a roast,” she said. “She’s one of the funniest, most clever people. Anyone could roast her easily, but at the same time, she could f–k everyone up so hard.”

Swift is in the midst of the last run of dates on her globe-spanning Eras Tour. She will take the stage on Friday night (Nov. 22) at the Rogers Centre in Toronto for her penultimate gig there before moving on to Vancouver next month for the final three shows.

22 Nov 2024

PAWSA Announces His Biggest Ever Show With 2025 Date at London’s Gunnersbury Park

London DJ PAWSA has announced his biggest U.K. show to date, with a homecoming gig at the city’s Gunnersbury Park next summer.

The dance producer, born David Esekhile, will host PAWSA In The Park – All Day Long in the capital’s Gunnersbury Park on Aug. 8, with more acts to be revealed at a later date. The news follows the 34-year-old’s recent viral success with his latest single, a reimagined version of The Adventures of Stevie V’s iconic 1989 track “Dirty Cash (Money Talks).” Watch the video below.

A fan presale will begin at 10 a.m (GMT) on Nov. 27. General tickets are set to go live at 10 a.m on Nov. 29 via Ticketmaster.

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As one half of the duo behind scene-leading label Solid Grooves, PAWSA has enjoyed an ever-burgeoning career over the past decade. Since 2016 he has held annual residencies in Ibiza and regularly tours clubs across mainland Europe. In 2021, he won Best Producer at DJ Mag’s Best of British Awards.

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PAWSA released his debut EP, Pilot, in 2014 via the renowned Lost Records label, a key player in the U.K.’s techno and house music scenes. The following year, he founded Solid Grooves alongside DJ Michael Bibi – the sister company of Solid Grooves club night, which hosts regular happenings in London, Ibiza and Berlin.

This past summer has seen PAWSA perform at Circoloco Amsterdam and Chicago’s ARC Music, among many other major festivals. In July, he made a surprise appearance at Bibi’s One Live event at London’s Finsbury Park.

Meanwhile, Gunnersbury Park, which can hold up to 30,000 fans, has become something of a central hub for major British dance music events in recent years. Throughout summer 2024 alone, the park played host to the electronic-focused Waterworks Festival, a drum ‘n’ bass weekender (DnB Allstars), and headline gigs from Annie Mac and Fisher.

22 Nov 2024

Former ‘American Idol’ Singer Caleb Kennedy Pleads Guilty in DUI Case, Gets 8 Year Sentence

Former American Idol contestant Caleb Kennedy was sentenced to eight years in prison this week for a 2022 DUI car crash in South Carolina that killed 54-year-old Larry Duane Parris. According to WSPA, Kennedy, 20, plead guilty to driving under the influence resulting in death on Monday and was sentenced to 25 years in prison and fined $25,100 just before the case was slated to go to trial.

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The judge in the case reduced that sentence to eight years in prison and a $15,100 fine — with three of those eight years to be served in home detention — with Kennedy also ordered to serve five years of probation and undergo random drug testing and mental health counseling. The country singer will receive credit for time served since the crash and his initial arrest.

Kennedy was arrested in Feb. 2022 after the deadly crash in Spartanburg County, S.C., where the highway patrol said drove his pickup truck onto a private driveway, where he struck Parris and pinned the victim to a building. Toxicology reports revealed that Kennedy had THC — the active ingredient in marijuana — as well as prescribed Prozac in his system at the time.

Prosecutors said at the time that Kennedy told deputies after the crash that he had taken a “deep draw” from a vaping device and was feeling the effects while driving.

Then-teenager singer Kennedy was voted into the top five on the 19th season of Idol in 2021, but left the show after a Snapchat video surfaced that appeared to show him sitting next to a person wearing what looked like a Ku Klux Klan hood. Kennedy apologized for the incident at the time, saying, “There was a video that surfaced on the internet and it displayed actions that were not meant to be taken in that way. I was younger and did not think about the actions, but that’s not an excuse.”

22 Nov 2024

Oasis Confirm Details of 2025 Asia Shows in Japan and South Korea

The reunion tour rolls on: Oasis have announced a trio of shows to take place in Asia next year, the latest gigs added to their Live ‘25 reunion tour. 

The Gallagher brothers will head to Seoul, South Korea on Oct. 21. for a show at the Goyang Stadium before heading to Tokyo, Japan for a pair of shows at the Tokyo Dome on Oct. 25 and 26. Tickets for both shows will go on sale on Nov. 29 from the band’s website.

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The announcement was made on the band’s social media with messages to fans in both regions. “Korea. Our new best friends. Wait just a little while. Oasis coming soon,” they wrote, adding “Everyone in Japan. We haven’t forgotten about you boys.”

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Noel and Liam began teasing their shows in the region earlier this week with a billboard campaign, similar to how they’ve previewed other dates on their global tour. The pair last performed in Japan and South Korea in 2009, with shows in Nagoya and Osaka, as well as a night at Seoul’s Olympic Gymnastics Arena.

The announcement takes the number of dates on the band’s Live ‘25 tour dates up to 41. The global jaunt will kick off at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales on July 4, 2025 before heading throughout the U.K. and Ireland, then to North America, Asia, Australia, and Latin America. There has been no word of any additional dates to be announced. The final date of the tour is slated to take place with a pair of shows at Estádio Morum BIS in Sao Paulo, Brazil on Nov. 22-23.

Oasis last released music in 2008 with what now stands as their final album, Dig Out Your Soul, before splitting a year later. Lead songwriter/guitarist and occasional vocalist Noel and lead singer Liam had successful respective solo careers in the ensuing decades and announced a reunion in late August with a set of U.K. and Ireland tour dates. The onsale process was marred by long queues and the use of Ticketmaster’s controversial “dynamic pricing” model, which the band have since said will not be used on any further dates on the tour.

Check out their latest announcement below.

22 Nov 2024

Sam Fender Announces Massive U.K. Stadium Shows for Summer 2025

Sam Fender has announced he’ll embark on a run of huge stadium shows in the U.K. next summer.

After selling out his U.K. and Ireland arena tour slated for December, the 30-year-old will next year perform at London Stadium (June 6) and Newcastle’s St. James Park (June 12 and 14). The former will mark Fender’s first stadium show outside of his home city, and the biggest headline show of his career thus far with a venue capacity of 75,000. 

The new dates will also mark the third and fourth time the North Shields musician has performed at St James’ Park, meanwhile, having sold-out two nights there back in 2022. Fender first teased the dates yesterday (Nov. 20), sharing a clip to his Instagram account of a saxophone player performing in the media area of St James Park.

Support for all three shows will come from Mercury Prize-nominated singer CMAT, while Philadelphia rockers The War On Drugs – who produced Fender’s new single “People Watching” – will appear at the London date and night two of the Newcastle leg.

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Details of a special fan presale will be shared with those signed up to Fender’s newsletter, while remaining tickets will go live at 9.30 a.m (GMT) on Nov. 29. Further ticket sale information can be found via Fender’s official website.

Last week (Nov. 15), Fender confirmed news of his third LP People Watching (due Feb. 21 via Polydor Records) alongside sharing its eponymous lead single. The track is on course to debut inside of the Top 10 of the U.K.’s Official Singles Chart later today (Nov. 22).

Following his upcoming arena trek, Fender will then head to New York’s Webster Hall for a show on Feb. 11, before continuing the second leg of the tour in Europe through March 2025. The following month, he’ll return to North America for a further seven dates. He is also confirmed to appear at Germany’s Rock Werchter in early July, fuelling rumors that he may return to Glastonbury Festival in Somerset, south-west England, the week prior (June 25-29). 

Fender released his second record, Seventeen Going Under, in 2021, which saw him top the U.K. Official Album Charts and put out a live album of his massive gig at London’s Finsbury Park. Earlier this year, he collaborated with Noah Kahan on joint single “Homesick.”

Sam Fender U.K 2025 tour dates:

June 6 – London, England @ London Stadium
June 12 – Newcastle, England @ St. James’ Park
June 14 – Newcastle, England @ St. James’ Park

22 Nov 2024

Linkin Park Goes ‘From Zero’ to Chart Hero with ARIA No. 1 Debut

Linkin Park have made a triumphant return to the top of the ARIA Albums Chart with From Zero (via Warner Records and Machine Shop), their eighth studio album and the first release since 2017’s One More Light.

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Their latest milestone Down Under is especially poignant as it marks the debut of their new lineup, featuring Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, Joe Hahn, Dave Farrell, Emily Armstrong, and Colin Brittain, following the heartbreaking loss of former frontman Chester Bennington in 2017.

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From Zero adds to Linkin Park’s storied ARIA legacy, with every studio album they’ve released landing in the top three. This new chart-topper joins the ranks of Hybrid Theory (2000), Minutes to Midnight (2007), and A Thousand Suns (2010), cementing their place as one of the most successful rock acts in ARIA history.

Australian rapper Illy also delivered a standout performance on the charts, landing at No. 4 with Good Life. As his seventh studio album, Good Life marks his fourth trip to the Top 10, following the successes of Cinematic (No. 4 in 2013), Two Degrees (No. 1 in 2016), and The Space Between (No. 1 in 2021).

On the international front, Shawn Mendes debuted at No. 24 with his fifth studio album, Shawn. The Canadian hitmaker, who previously claimed the No. 1 spot in 2018 with Shawn Mendes and reached No. 2 with 2020’s Wonder, remains a force to be reckoned with on the ARIA charts.

In a posthumous triumph, U.K. hip-hop icon MF Doom makes his first-ever ARIA Albums Chart appearance. The 20th-anniversary edition of his classic MM.. Food enters at No. 29, proving the late legend’s music continues to resonate with fans old and new.

On the ARIA Singles Chart, Gracie Abrams is ruling the airwaves, holding steady at No. 1 for a second week with her track That’s So True.

She joins the ranks of powerhouse female artists like Mariah Carey, Taylor Swift, and Billie Eilish who have dominated the top spot this year, with female artists claiming the No. 1 position for 25 weeks in 2024, including an unbroken streak of 16 weeks.