Ella Langley hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with “Choosin’ Texas,” her first chart-topper and the first by a woman to simultaneously lead the Hot 100, Hot Country Songs, and Country Airplay charts. The Miranda Lambert collaboration previews Langley’s upcoming album Dandelion.

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show triggered a massive streaming spike, with Spotify streams up 470% in the U.S. and 210% globally. Guests Ricky Martin and Lady Gaga also saw boosts, including a 145% jump for Martin.

The Ex-Faces, featuring former Mushroomhead members, expanded to seven with bassist Jack “Pig Benis” Kilcoyne, bringing both Kilcoyne brothers into the lineup and creating a near-complete classic-era reunion. Founder Jeff Hatrix says he will not join the project.

Chappell Roan has exited Wasserman Agency after reports linking founder Casey Wasserman to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Roan cited accountability and personal standards, following similar criticism from other artists.

Jonny Greenwood and director Paul Thomas Anderson are seeking removal of Greenwood’s Phantom Thread track “Barbara Rose” from a Melania documentary, saying Universal used the music without consent and breached his composer agreement.

Legendary metal label Combat Records will relaunch in 2026 under new owners Robert Dujmusic and Alex Stojak, focusing on new releases from established acts and emerging underground bands.

Rick Wakeman and Griff Rhys Jones debut a new weekly podcast, The Sound Of The Seventy Year Olds, on February 27, reflecting on life, culture, and events from the 1960s to today.

Top Albums (Billboard 200):

5. The Life Of A Showgirl – Taylor Swift

4. The Art Of Loving – Olivia Dean

3. I’m The Problem – Morgan Wallen

2. Debi Tirar Mas Fotos – Bad Bunny

1.Octane – Don Toliver

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Paul Simon, Mary J. Blige, Elvis Costello, and Hozier will headline the 10th annual Love Rocks NYC benefit concert on March 5 at the Beacon Theatre, supporting God’s Love We Deliver and its work with people living with AIDS.

Brad Arnold, founding vocalist of 3 Doors Down and co-writer of their breakout hit “Kryptonite,” has died at 47 after a battle with cancer. He continued performing with the band until his health declined.

Greg Brown, founding guitarist of Cake and co-writer of “The Distance,” has died following a brief illness. Brown helped shape the band’s early sound on their first two albums before leaving in 1997.

A lost 1980 rehearsal tape featuring Ozzy Osbourne, Randy Rhoads, and Bob Daisley has surfaced, capturing a 12-minute blues-rock jam recorded before Blizzard of Ozz. The tape offers a rare glimpse into their early chemistry.

Bad Bunny became the first Latin artist to headline a Super Bowl halftime show primarily in Spanish, celebrating Puerto Rican culture with a high-energy set and guest appearances by Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin.

Slash confirmed the new SLASH FEATURING MYLES KENNEDY & THE CONSPIRATORS album is finished and targeting a January 2027 release, followed by a full world tour after Guns N’ Roses commitments.

Slipknot will release Look Outside Your Window, a collection of unreleased and experimental tracks from the All Hope Is Gone sessions, on vinyl for Record Store Day April 18.

Steven Wilson launched Headphone Dust, a new immersive audio platform offering high-resolution, 5.1, and Atmos editions of his work, including a new Atmos mix of The Raven That Refused to Sing.

Role Model surprised fans by bringing out members of The Wiggles during his Laneway Festival Sydney set, part of his rotating live collaborations for the song “Sally.”

Hot Singles (Billboard Hot 100):

5. “The Fate of Ophelia” – Taylor Swift

4. “Golden” – HUNTR/X

3. “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean

2. “Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley

1.“Aperture” – Harry Styles

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• Bad Bunny Super Bowl LX – Bad Bunny says his 2026 Super Bowl halftime show will be a “huge party,” focused on fun, dancing, and celebration, with Puerto Rican cultural elements. He says fans won’t need to understand Spanish to enjoy it, and he’s staying quiet on surprises.

• Bad Bunny Podcast Deal – Bad Bunny has signed a multiyear partnership with iHeartMedia and Rimas Sports to launch his first podcast series, featuring conversations about music, culture, sports, and personal stories, expanding his reach beyond music.

• Kid ’n Play Health Update – Christopher “Kid” Reid has undergone a successful heart transplant following a public battle with heart disease. His family says he’s recovering well and grateful for the support from fans and his medical team.

• Twisted Sister Tour Canceled – Twisted Sister has canceled all 2026 50th-anniversary reunion tour dates after Dee Snider stepped away due to serious health issues, including degenerative arthritis and heart complications.

• BLACKPINK Tracklist – BLACKPINK has revealed the five-song tracklist for their mini-album Deadline, including last year’s “JUMP.” The release arrives February 27 and marks their first Korean project since Born Pink in 2022.

• Zayn 2026 Tour – Zayn announced the 2026 Konnakol Tour supporting his new album Konnakol, kicking off April 23 in Toronto with dates across North America and Europe, his first full tour in several years.

• New Music Friday Picks

Zayn – “Die For Me”

Tame Impala & Jennie – “Dracula (JENNIE Remix)”

EJAE – “Time After Time”

Sombr – “Homewrecker”

Ella Mai – “Might Just”

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