Music News Tracker

Music News Tracker

Music News Tracker Stay in tune with the latest happenings in the music industry with "Music News Tracker." This podcast delivers up-to-the-minute news, exclusive interviews, and insightful analysis on all things music. From chart-topping hits to underground sensations, we cover the stories that matter most to music enthusiasts. Whether you're a fan of pop, rock, hip-hop, or electronic, our dynamic episodes ensure you're always in the know. Join us as we track the trends, spotlight emerging artists, and explore the cultural impact of today's music scene. Subscribe now and never miss a beat with "Music News Tracker." For more info https://www.quietperiodplease.com/

Episodes

Exciting Music Landscape: Aerosmith, Stray Kids, Rosalia, and the Rise of Generative AI

November 20, 2025 • 2 mins
The music world is humming with fresh energy and big moves. Aerosmith teamed up with Yungblud for their new single One More Time, while Stray Kids dropped their latest album Do It, both making waves on the charts. Rosalia’s new album Lux is out now, and Kelsea Ballerini released her Mount Pleasant EP, adding to a packed week of new country and pop sounds. Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl continues to dominate, and Sabrina Carp...
Mark as Played
Transcript

"Music World Insider: Latest Releases, Live Performances, and Industry Trends Uncovered"

November 19, 2025 • 3 mins
Listeners, Lenny Vaughn here, keeping you close to the heartbeat of the music world where every spin is a story and every chart tells a tale. Today’s cycle brings a wave of new releases, game-changing deals, electric live shows, and some headline-making moments that’ll have every genre diehard tuning their dials.

Shinedown kicked things off this morning, dropping their new single "Searchlight," while rock heavyweights Bad Omens are ...
Mark as Played
Transcript

"Miley's Avatar Soundtrack, Neighborhood's Introspection, and the Vinyl Resurgence: Navigating Music's Evolving Landscape"

November 18, 2025 • 3 mins
Listeners, the vinyl spins and the stories roll—let’s cut straight to the heart of the latest music news lighting up the grooves across genres and generations. Today, Miley Cyrus drops “Dream as One,” the soulful ballad featured on the upcoming “Avatar: Fire and Ash” soundtrack, teasing movie and music lovers alike according to the Baylor Lariat. The Neighbourhood’s fresh release “Holy Ghost” from their new album “(((((ultraSOUND))...
Mark as Played
Transcript

"Seismic Shifts in the Music Industry: Live Nation Faces Antitrust Scrutiny, Adele's Triumphant Return, and More"

November 17, 2025 • 3 mins
Well listeners, it's Monday November 17th and we've got some serious industry moves shaking up the music world. Let me walk you through what's happening out there.

First up, Belgium's competition watchdog just launched an investigation into Live Nation's acquisition of Pukkelpop, one of the country's largest music festivals. This is significant because Live Nation already operates three major Belgian festivals—Rock Werchter, Dour, a...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Taylor Swift Dominates with "The Life of a Showgirl" Album Debut at #1 on ARIA Charts

November 16, 2025 • 3 mins
Taylor Swift leads the headlines once again with her new album "The Life of a Showgirl" debuting at number one on the ARIA Top 50 Albums, continuing her streak of chart supremacy across genres. Paul Kelly’s "Seventy" is also making waves, topping several charts and proving that veteran songcraft still has power in a landscape shifting under the winds of pop and streaming. Meanwhile, the world of country music is in tumult: an AI-ge...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Skillet's Holiday Hymn, Thanksgiving Tunes, and Music Industry Shifts: A Roundup of the Latest Hits and Headlines

November 15, 2025 • 2 mins
The past twenty-four hours have brought a fresh wave of music, from holiday anthems to orchestral tributes and industry shifts that keep the pulse of the scene alive. Skillet, the rock band known for their anthemic sound, has stepped into new territory with their first-ever Christmas track, O Come O Come Emmanuel, a powerful take on the classic hymn that blends reverence with their signature intensity. Meanwhile, The Bitter Chills ...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Headline: Eclectic Music Landscape Explodes with Highly Anticipated Releases Across Genres

November 14, 2025 • 3 mins
Listeners, today’s music scene is alive and restless, spilling over with new releases and headlines drawn from every corner of the industry. This Friday, fresh drops are stealing the show. Celeste returns with Woman of Faces, FKA twigs unveils Eusexua Afterglow—an expansion on her earlier Mercury Prize-shortlisted project—and Ellie Goulding claims the synth-pop spotlight again with Destiny. Meanwhile, The Neighbourhood arrives with...
Mark as Played
Transcript

"Mega Music Release Day: New Albums, Reissues, and Industry Shakeups"

November 14, 2025 • 3 mins
Listeners, the past 24 hours in music have seen a surge of notable releases and breaking news across genres. Starting with major album drops, listeners can find new records from 5 Seconds of Summer with Everyone’s A Star, Josh Groban’s Hidden Gems, and a collaboration between The Avett Brothers and Mike Patton titled AVTT/PTTN. The Rolling Stones have reissued their classic Black and Blue in a deluxe edition, while Green Day mark a...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Rosalía Shines, Trisha Yearwood Spreads Cheer, and Rock Legends Reunite: November's Vibrant Musical Landscape

November 12, 2025 • 2 mins
Rosalía’s latest album, Lux, released this week, has been hailed by NYU News as a showcase of her ascending musicianship, seamlessly blending pop, flamenco, and experimental sounds. The November release calendar includes diverse offerings from electronic artist Charlotte de Witte, country icon Trisha Yearwood’s Christmastime album, and rap releases such as Beluga and Aura by emerging voices. Listeners craving rock have been treated...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Grammys, Streaming Shake-ups, and Iconic Farewell Tours: Unpacking the Packed Music Landscape

November 10, 2025 • 3 mins
The past 24 hours in music have delivered a packed slate of releases, industry shifts, and headline-making moments across genres. According to Daily Music Headlines, the 2026 Grammy nominations are out with Kendrick Lamar leading all artists, notching nine nominations and positioning himself as a dominant force this award season. The industry saw a notable development with Luminate partnering with Tencent Music, which will for the ...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Headline: Discover the Latest Music Trends and Controversies: A Recap of the Past 24 Hours

November 9, 2025 • 3 mins
Listeners, the last 24 hours in music have been a whirlwind of new releases, electrifying performances, industry news, and some controversies that have caught everyone’s attention. November kicked off with a burst of new music across genres, with highlights including the release of The Beatles’ expanded Anthology set featuring previously unreleased material, Cheap Trick’s cheekily titled album "All Washed Up," and Aerosmith’s surpr...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Captivating New Music Releases and Industry Trends: Your Weekly Music Roundup

November 7, 2025 • 3 mins
Listeners, the music world over the past 24 hours has been buzzing with new releases, high-profile performances, and noteworthy developments spanning genres. Today, listeners are celebrating new music from acclaimed artists such as DJ Snake and Armand Hammer, both of whom headline this week’s album drop according to Soap Central. Rock fans are treated to notable releases including Alexisonfire’s covers EP “Copies of Old Masters: Vo...
Mark as Played
Transcript

"The Beatles, Aerosmith, and Carly Pearce Dominate Music News: A Comprehensive Update"

November 5, 2025 • 3 mins
In music news from the past 24 hours, listeners witnessed major developments across multiple genres. Most notably, the Beatles are capturing attention with the reissue of their Anthology set, including an expanded documentary, book, and the new Anthology 4 disc featuring never-before-heard material, as reported by Ultimate Classic Rock and AOL.com. Classic rock stays in the spotlight, with Aerosmith teaming up with punk star Yungbl...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Headline: Blockbuster Music Week: New Albums, Industry Shakeups, and Legendary Performances

November 3, 2025 • 2 mins
It’s been a dynamic day in the music world with new releases, industry shake-ups, and major performances making headlines. Florence + the Machine have returned with a fresh album that’s catching immediate attention; The Daily Campus, as well as The Daily Music Report, highlight its impact and note how listeners are excited by its new direction and high energy. Blues prodigy Christone “Kingfish” Ingram is drawing critical acclaim fo...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Unleashing the Rhythm: A Vibrant Mix of Music News Across Genres

November 2, 2025 • 3 mins
Listeners, the past 24 hours have brought a dynamic mix of music news across genres, with fresh releases and significant events that are shaping the industry. According to Ultimate Classic Rock, November kicks off with multiple Beatles-related projects, particularly a major reissue of their Anthology series. This includes the newly unveiled Anthology 4 featuring previously unreleased material, while Cheap Trick’s 21st album, All Wa...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Taylor Swift Makes History as First Female Artist to Surpass 100 Million Certified U.S. Album Sales

October 31, 2025 • 3 mins
Taylor Swift made history by becoming the first female artist to surpass 100 million certified U.S. album sales according to the RIAA, joining ranks with The Beatles and Garth Brooks. She commemorated the milestone with her twelfth album, The Life of a Showgirl, which features a reimagined version of George Michael’s “Father Figure” and is accompanied by a cinema-style event, The Official Release Party of a Showgirl. Early forecast...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Headline: Explosive Hip-Hop Feuds and Music Industry Shakeups: Your Weekly Roundup

October 29, 2025 • 3 mins
Hip-hop is ablaze this week with a surge of high-profile feuds capturing the genre’s spotlight. The enduring rivalry between Nicki Minaj and Cardi B has reignited, surging from a subtle jab about album discounts into a storm of public mockery and deeply personal attacks, with both artists trading barbs on social media that quickly escalated to involve their families and inspired widespread commentary from industry figures and fans ...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Unleashing the Music World: A Melodic Explosion on October 27th

October 27, 2025 • 2 mins
In rock history today, October 27th holds significance for several pivotal moments spanning decades. Back in 1975, Bruce Springsteen released his landmark album Born to Run along with its iconic title track. The date also marks the tragic loss of Velvet Underground singer Lou Reed, who died in 2013 at age 71 from liver disease.

Looking at the current music landscape, as reported by various music outlets, today brings new releases fr...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Country Stars Shine, Music Legends Honored, and New Releases Captivate Listeners: A Roundup of Notable Music News

October 26, 2025 • 3 mins
With notable developments across the music world in the past 24 hours, listeners are seeing both legacy and innovation take center stage. Luke Combs and Eric Church were honored with the Country Radio Seminar Humanitarian Award after raising more than $24.5 million for Hurricane Helene relief through their Concert for Carolinas event, which also featured appearances by Billy Strings, James Taylor, Keith Urban, and The Avett Brother...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Megan Thee Stallion Leads Diverse Slate of New Music Releases

October 24, 2025 • 3 mins
Megan Thee Stallion headlines this week’s new releases with a single that taps into viral TikTok energy, exploring her so-called lover girl era and stirring buzz across social platforms, as covered by BET. Fans of R&B and genre-blending artistry can dive into Leon Thomas’s new EP, which displays creative evolution and personal lyricism, while Halle Bailey steps confidently into her solo career with a debut album praised for its voc...
Mark as Played
Transcript

Popular Podcasts

    Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang

    Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang

    Ding dong! Join your culture consultants, Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang, on an unforgettable journey into the beating heart of CULTURE. Alongside sizzling special guests, they GET INTO the hottest pop-culture moments of the day and the formative cultural experiences that turned them into Culturistas. Produced by the Big Money Players Network and iHeartRadio.

    Crime Junkie

    Crime Junkie

    Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.

    Stuff You Should Know

    Stuff You Should Know

    If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

    Dateline NBC

    Dateline NBC

    Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

    The Breakfast Club

    The Breakfast Club

    The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

Explore

iHeart

Live Radio

Podcasts

Artist Radio

Exclusives

News

Features

Events

Contests

Photos

Information

About

Advertise

Blog

Brand Guidelines

Contest Guidelines

Subscription Offers

Jobs

Get the App

Automotive

Home

Mobile

Wearables

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.