Daily Music Headlines June 13, 2025

Kendrick Lamar Performs in Drake’s Hometown

Kendrick Lamar performed “Not Like Us” in Toronto during his Grand National Tour—his first appearance there since the feud with Drake began. Drake and Kai Cenat canceled a competing livestream at the last minute.

Shannon Sharpe Apologizes to Nicki Minaj

Shannon Sharpe apologized to Nicki Minaj for his “Nicki who?” comment, saying he thought the fan meant Nikki Haley. He expressed regret and invited Minaj to appear on Club Shay Shay.

Michael Tait Faces Multiple Allegations

Michael Tait, Christian music star from DC Talk and Newsboys, is accused of sexual misconduct by seven men. He admits to a “double life” of substance abuse and inappropriate behavior, and says he’s committed to healing.

Elvis Costello Launches ‘Radio Soul!’ Tour

Elvis Costello kicked off his “Radio Soul!” tour last night in Seattle, focusing on music from My Aim Is True to Blood & Chocolate. The North American tour runs through October.

Hudson River Festival Returns

The Hudson River Music Festival—a revival of Pete Seeger’s Clearwater Festival—returns this weekend to Croton Point Park, with acts like Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Steve Earle.

Gen-Z: The “Music Omnivores”

A new UK report calls Gen-Z “musical omnivores.” Based on a study of 500 young listeners, pop tops the genre list, but mood and familiarity drive choices more than labels.

ENHYPEN Wins Again on ‘Music Bank’

ENHYPEN took first place with “Bad Desire” on KBS’s ‘Music Bank’ and performed both “Helium” and “Bad Desire (With or Without You).” The episode showcased a wide range of K-pop talent.

Elvis Presley Box Set Announced

RCA/Legacy will release Sunset Boulevard, a five-CD set of Elvis Presley’s 1970s studio sessions. The collection includes 89 rarities—over half previously unreleased in the U.S.—and highlights his Las Vegas era. A vinyl edition will feature new mixes.

New Albums Out Today

Neil Young’s Talkin’ to the Trees debuts with Chrome Hearts, featuring members of Promise of the Real.

King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard release Phantom Island, their 27th album—this time with a full orchestra.

Van Morrison drops Remembering Now, revisiting Irish R&B, Celtic blues, country soul, and ballads.

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