Daily Music Headlines April 13, 2026

Britney Spears has voluntarily entered a treatment facility following a March 4 DUI arrest in Ventura County. Her team says she is complying with legal requirements and seeking positive life changes.

BTS’ album “ARIRANG” holds No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a third straight week with 124,000 units, marking the longest group run atop the chart in over a decade.

Tom Dumont revealed an early onset Parkinson’s diagnosis but will still perform in No Doubt’s upcoming Las Vegas Sphere residency.

Offset returned to the stage April 11 at University of Arkansas Rowfest, days after being shot in Florida. Lil Tjay was arrested in connection and released on bond.

Hip-hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa died at 68 from prostate cancer. His legacy remains complicated due to past sexual abuse allegations and a 2025 lawsuit loss.

Cathy Erickson, known as the “Queen of Polka,” was inducted into the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met Deep Purple in Tokyo, gifting drummer Ian Paice signed sticks and praising the band she’s followed since childhood.

Hilde Limondjian, longtime Metropolitan Museum of Art concerts director, died at 89. She was known for innovative programming and introducing major artists to new audiences.

Evanescence released new single “Who Will You Follow” from upcoming album “Sanctuary” (June 5). A world tour begins in June with Spiritbox and Nova Twins.

Top 5 Singles:

“Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley
“Swim” – BTS
“Man I Need” – Olivia Dean
“I Just Might” – Bruno Mars
“Ordinary” – Alex Warren

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