New Music Releases
Several artists released new albums and EPs this week, including Noah Kahan, Kehlani, Demi Lovato, Conan Gray, The Kid LAROI, Trueno, Foo Fighters, Meghan Trainor, Mercer Henderson, Gia Margaret, and Metric.
Singles released during the week feature contributions from Shaboozey, Madonna, Malcom Todd, Maisie Peters & Julia Michaels, jigitz, Sophia Stel, Lucy Dacus, Ruel, Smerz, Kim Petras, Infinity Song, Muse, and Baauer.
Noah Kahan’s album, The Great Divide, features the track ‘Doors.’ Ella Langley released ‘I Can’t Love You Anymore,’ a duet with Morgan Wallen, after releasing her second album last week.
Shaboozey’s ‘Born To Die’ is the first single from the forthcoming concept album, The Outlaw Cheri Lee & Other Western Tales. Madonna released ‘I Feel So Free,’ the lead single from her upcoming album, Confessions II, a sequel to Confessions on a Dance Floor.
Maisie Peters and Julia Michaels collaborated on ‘Kingmaker.’ Jigitz released ‘car crash’ featuring Charlotte Plank, following a performance at Coachella. The Red Clay Strays released ‘Demons In Your Choir’ ahead of their album release on June 5th.
The Norwegian electronic music duo Smerz released ‘Spring summer,’ their first single of 2026.
Upcoming Releases and Announcements
Artists planning new projects in the coming week include Kacey Musgraves, The Black Keys, ERNEST, Young the Giant, Tori Amos, American Football, Modern Woman, Maya Hawke, Melanie C, and Jessica Loop.
Drake, Thomas Bangalter, Tyla, Shaboozey, Suki Waterhouse, horsegiirL, The Red Clay Strays, Modest Mouse, Grimes, Old Crow Medicine Show, Beth Orton, aespa, Baauer, Ruth Garbus, Dante Spinetta, V, Tauren Wells, Tricky, Southall, Boards of Canada, Ian Sweet, and Lenny Kaye all announced plans for new albums this week.
Legal and Industry News
d4vd has been charged with first-degree murder, and authorities reportedly found a substantial amount of child pornography on his phone. Seoul police are requesting a warrant to detain HYBE founder Bang Si-hyuk.
UMG and Concord have filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against Quince regarding content on TikTok. This echoes recent concerns about content creation and rights, as discussed in recent legal battles over copyright and AI. The Tennessee State House did not pass a bill that would have provided $2 million in funding for independent venues.
Andrew Lloyd Webber has stated he is in recovery from alcoholism. A judge dismissed Diddy’s $100 million lawsuit against NBC and Peacock concerning a planned documentary.
The global electronic music industry is currently valued at $15.1 billion. The Grateful Dead have launched a new streaming platform. Shania Twain will host the ACM Awards for the first time.
Taylor Momsen will be honored with the Stevie Ray Vaughan Award at the 2024 BMI Trailblazers Awards.
The ongoing consolidation within the music industry continues, as evidenced by recent executive appointments at combined BMG and Concord Music Company.
For those interested in the broader financial landscape, reports on first quarter finances and forthcoming releases provide valuable insights.
