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Recording Academy to Honor Jimmy Douglass at Producers & Engineers Wing 25th Anniversary Celebration

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jimmy-douglassThe Recording Academy will mark the 25th anniversary of its Producers & Engineers Wing during GRAMMY Week 2026 by honoring five-time GRAMMY winner Jimmy “The Senator” Douglass. The celebration will take place on January 28, just days ahead of the 2026 GRAMMY Awards.

Douglass, a veteran producer, engineer, and mixer, is being recognized for a career spanning more than four decades and collaborations across multiple genres. His credits range from early work with artists such as Aretha Franklin, Foreigner, and Led Zeppelin to later collaborations with Timbaland on projects by JAY-Z, Missy Elliott, Justin Timberlake, and others.

Originally scheduled to be honored in 2025, Douglass’ recognition was postponed following changes to GRAMMY Week programming amid Los Angeles wildfire response efforts. The 2026 event will now coincide with the Producers & Engineers Wing’s milestone anniversary.

Founded in 2001, the Producers & Engineers Wing represents thousands of music creators working behind the scenes in recording, mixing, production, and audio technology. The group has played a key role in shaping technical standards, education initiatives, and innovation within the recording industry.

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Guns N’ Roses Announce 2026 World Tour With New Music

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guns-n-rosesGuns N’ Roses will launch a major 2026 world tour next spring and summer, with dates across the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, the UK, and Europe. The run includes stadiums, arenas, amphitheaters, and festival appearances, marking the band’s return to LA’s Rose Bowl for the first time in more than three decades.

The tour announcement arrives alongside news of two new singles, “Nothin” and “Atlas,” set for release December 2 via Geffen Records. They mark the band’s first new tracks since 2023.

Fan presales will roll out beginning November 25 in Europe and December 2 in North America, with general onsales set for November 28 (EU) and December 5 (NA). Nightrain Fan Club members receive early access. Details and ticket links are available at gunsnroses.com.

The 31-date run follows the group’s extensive 2025 tour and the recent release of the Live Era ’87–’93 deluxe box set. The 2026 lineup features Axl Rose, Slash, Duff McKagan, Dizzy Reed, Richard Fortus, Isaac Carpenter, and Melissa Reese.

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Mötley Crüe Announces 2026 North American Tour Marking Major Band Milestones

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motley-crueMötley Crüe will hit the road next summer for The Return of the Carnival of Sins, a 33-city North American tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of the band’s 2005 to 06 Carnival of Sins run and the group’s 45th anniversary.

Produced by Live Nation, the tour brings the Crüe’s signature high-intensity staging and catalog of arena rock staples back to U.S. and Canadian venues. Tesla and Extreme will join as special guests.

The original Carnival of Sins tour was known for its chaotic, theatrical production and outsized spectacle. The 2026 edition promises a reimagined version of that show with updated visuals and a refreshed setlist.

“Bringing back the spirit of Carnival of Sins has been a blast… we can’t wait to see you next summer,” the band said in a joint statement.

Tickets go on sale Friday, November 21 at 9 a.m. local time, with VIP packages available starting November 19. Full details are available at motley.com.

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Meghan Trainor Announces New Album Toy With Me and 2026 Get In Girl Tour

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Meghan-TrainorMeghan Trainor has announced her seventh studio album, Toy With Me, set for release on April 24, 2026 through Epic Records. Alongside the album reveal, Trainor has released the lead single “Still Don’t Care” and confirmed plans for The Get In Girl Tour, a North American arena run launching in June 2026.

Produced by Live Nation, the tour will include more than 30 dates and mark Trainor’s return to major venues such as Madison Square Garden in New York and the Kia Forum in Los Angeles. Icona Pop will join as support.

A portion of ticket proceeds will benefit The Trevor Project, and Trainor is partnering with HeadCount to promote voter registration throughout the tour.

Toy With Me follows Trainor’s 2024 album Timeless, which was accompanied by her first headlining tour in eight years.

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The Offspring Announce 2026 North American Leg of Supercharged Worldwide Tour With Bad Religion

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The-OffspringFresh off sold-out tours across Australia, Europe, the U.K., and the U.S., punk rock veterans The Offspring will bring their Supercharged Worldwide in ’26 Tour to North America early next year.

Promoted by Live Nation, the 24-date run begins January 16 in Bakersfield, California, and concludes February 24 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Fellow punk icons Bad Religion will appear as special guests on all dates. Tickets go on sale October 10, with artist presales beginning October 7 via LiveNation.com
and TheOffspring.com.

The tour follows a landmark year for The Offspring, whose album Supercharged produced the chart-topping single “Make It All Right,” reaching No. 1 on Billboard’s Rock & Alternative Airplay, Active Rock, and Alternative Airplay charts. The band also earned multiple entries on Spotify’s Billions Chart and made appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and CBS This Morning.

Known for collaborations with artists ranging from Yungblud and Ed Sheeran to Queen’s Brian May, The Offspring continue to celebrate three decades as one of punk’s most enduring acts.

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Yungblud Sets 2026 North American Tour, Teams With Aerosmith for Upcoming EP

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YungbludFollowing his sold-out North American run earlier this year, Yungblud will return to the road in 2026 for a 24-date headline tour. The Live Nation–promoted trek kicks off May 1 in Michigan and includes stops at New York’s Radio City Music Hall and Los Angeles’ Greek Theatre.

The announcement comes on the heels of his performance of “Zombie” on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and the debut of his single “My Only Angel,” which entered Billboard’s Hot Hard Rock Songs chart at No. 1. The track is the first release from One More Time, a collaborative EP with Aerosmith due November 21 via Capitol Records.

Yungblud recently honored Ozzy Osbourne with a live tribute at the MTV Video Music Awards and released his fourth studio album Idols earlier this year. His feature-length documentary Yungblud: Are You Ready, Boy?, directed by Emmy and BAFTA winner Paul Dugdale, premiered in U.K. and European theaters this summer, with North American release details forthcoming.

Tickets and presale information for the tour are available at yungbludofficial.com
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Ariana Grande Announces The Eternal Sunshine Tour With Multi-Night Arena Shows in North America and the UK

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ariana-grande-the-eternal-sunshine-tourAriana Grande will return to the stage in summer 2026 with The Eternal Sunshine Tour, her first concert run in six years. Produced by Live Nation, the tour will feature extended stays in major cities, including four-night runs in Los Angeles and Brooklyn, and a five-night residency at London’s O2 Arena.

The tour supports Grande’s seventh studio album Eternal Sunshine (2024) and its 2025 deluxe follow-up Eternal Sunshine: Brighter Days Ahead. It launches in Oakland, CA, before stops in Austin, Chicago, Atlanta, and more, followed by UK dates in September.

Tickets for North American shows go on presale September 9, with general onsale September 10. UK presales begin September 16, with general onsale September 18. VIP packages will also be available, offering early entry, exclusive merchandise, and access to a pre-show lounge.

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Dan Aykroyd to Appear at Comic-Con for New ‘Blues Brothers’ Graphic Novel Panel

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blues-brothers-graphic-novelSan Diego Comic-Con will host a special panel on Thursday, July 24, featuring Dan Aykroyd and the creative team behind the new Blues Brothers graphic novel, The Escape of Joliet Jake. The event, set for 4:15–5:15 PM in the Indigo Ballroom at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, celebrates the 45th anniversary of the original Blues Brothers film.

Aykroyd will be joined by writers Stella Aykroyd, Luke Pisano, and James Werner, along with Z2 Comics’ Rantz Hoseley and Josh Bernstein. The graphic novel is billed as a sequel to the 1980 film, developed with input from the Aykroyd family and the late Judy Belushi Pisano. Artist Felipe Sobriero leads the visuals for the project.

The Escape of Joliet Jake marks the first major expansion of the Blues Brothers universe in years, with plans for additional media projects underway. The panel will explore the creative process behind adapting the franchise into graphic form and honoring its legacy.

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Francis Ford Coppola to Host Live Megalopolis Screenings and Discussions This Summer

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Francis-Ford-Coppola---MegalopolisLegendary director Francis Ford Coppola will appear live in select U.S. theaters this summer for a special event series, An Evening With Francis Ford Coppola and Megalopolis Screening.

Each event includes a screening of his 2024 epic Megalopolis, followed by an interactive Q&A and discussion titled “How To Change Our Future.” The tour begins July 20 in Red Bank, NJ, with additional stops in New York, Chicago, Denver, and San Francisco.

Megalopolis, set in a futuristic New Rome, stars Adam Driver, Giancarlo Esposito, Nathalie Emmanuel, and more. The film premiered at Cannes in 2024 to a 10-minute standing ovation and is not currently available on streaming platforms.

Tickets are available now via Ticketmaster.com.

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2025 American Music Awards: Full Winners List

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ama-2025The 2025 American Music Awards aired live from Fontainebleau Las Vegas, with Jennifer Lopez returning as host and kicking off the night with a performance. The fan-voted show recognized the year’s most popular artists across genres, with nominees based on streaming, sales, airplay, and touring data.

Billie Eilish was the night’s standout, winning all seven of her nominated categories, including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year. Eilish, currently on tour in Europe, did not attend the ceremony.

Kendrick Lamar led with 10 nominations but won only one (Favorite Hip-Hop Song for “Not Like Us”). Post Malone, nominated in eight categories, took home two awards including Favorite Country Song and Favorite Male Country Artist.

Beyoncé won Best Country Album, following previous snubs at other country music awards. Taylor Swift, despite six nominations, was absent from the event and did not take home any awards.

This year’s performers included Lopez, Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton, Lainey Wilson, Gloria Estefan, Benson Boone, Renée Rapp, and others. Janet Jackson received the Icon Award; Rod Stewart was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award and closed the show with a performance.

Presenters featured a mix of artists and personalities, including Shaboozey, Dan + Shay, Cara Delevingne, Tiffany Haddish, and Wayne Brady.

Artist of the Year
Billie Eilish — Winner
Ariana Grande
Chappell Roan
Kendrick Lamar
Morgan Wallen
Post Malone
Sabrina Carpenter
SZA
Taylor Swift
Zach Bryan

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