TOKYO – Haruomi Hosono, the seminal Japanese musician whose career spans over five decades and includes pioneering work with bands like Happy End and Yellow Magic Orchestra (YMO), is embarking on a significant new chapter aimed at expanding his vast musical legacy across the globe. In a landmark announcement, a partnership has been formed between…
In a move poised to significantly amplify the international reach of one of Japan’s most influential musical figures, blackx, an investment firm with a dedicated focus on the music industry across Asia, has announced a major strategic partnership with legendary Japanese musician Haruomi Hosono. Announced on July 10, 2025, this collaboration marks a pivotal moment…
BUCHAREST, Romania – Global hip-hop superstar A$AP Rocky is set to make his historic debut performance in Romania, joining the ranks of headliners for the Beach, Please! 2025 festival. The highly anticipated event is scheduled to electrify the Romanian coast in Costinești from July 9–13, 2025, further solidifying its position as a major force in…
Cupertino, CA – As Apple Music concludes its extensive 10th anniversary celebrations, the global streaming platform has released a landmark compilation titled “10 Years of Apple Music: Top Songs.” This definitive playlist features the 500 most-streamed songs in the history of the service since its launch in 2015. The release, which is now live for…
More than 200 independent music industry leaders are urging European regulators to launch an in-depth investigation into Universal Music Group’s proposed $775 million acquisition of key assets from Downtown Music Holdings. The group, comprising executives, founders, and representatives from independent music companies worldwide, argues that the significant transaction, first announced in December, poses a substantial…
Los Angeles, CA – Kendrick Lamar, the Pulitzer Prize-winning artist widely regarded as one of hip-hop’s most influential voices, has achieved unprecedented success on the latest Billboard charts, dated July 5, 2025. Lamar has broken two significant records on the definitive rap music listings, further solidifying his enduring impact and commercial power within the genre….
Taipei, Taiwan – Anticipation is building across the Asian entertainment landscape following the announcement of the official hosts for ACON 2025, a major Asian music festival slated to take place in Taiwan this December. A lineup featuring prominent figures from the realms of K-pop and Mandopop is set to helm the highly anticipated event. The…
CNN Gears Up for Grand “Fourth in America” 2025 Independence Day Celebration CNN is set to mark the United States’ 249th anniversary of independence with the return of its highly anticipated “The Fourth in America” special. Now in its fifth year, the six-hour multi-genre musical event will air live on Friday, July 4th, from 7…
Washington D.C. – Rock music titans Foo Fighters are commemorating a significant milestone, marking 30 years since the release of their seminal 1995 self-titled debut album. To honor three decades of their enduring career, the band has released a new single titled “Today’s Song”. This latest track signifies the first new music from the acclaimed…
SEOUL – The globally acclaimed K-pop phenomenon BTS has officially signaled its return to full group activities, confirming plans for a new album in 2026 followed by a world tour. The announcement came during a significant Weverse livestream on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, which marked the first time all seven members appeared together since completing…
