Daily Music Headlines May 7th, 2026

Drake Announces Final Iceman Livestream

Drake will livestream “Iceman Episode 4” on May 14, one day before the release of his upcoming album Iceman. The livestream series has been a major part of the rollout, previewing new music and cinematic visuals tied to the album’s icy theme.

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The Chemical Brothers Get Apex Streaming Boost

The Chemical Brothers’ 2015 song “Go” has surged after being featured in the Netflix thriller Apex, with Billboard reporting a 429% jump in streams following the film’s release.

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BTS Meets Mexico’s President

BTS met with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum at the National Palace in Mexico City ahead of their sold-out concerts at Estadio GNP Seguros. Sheinbaum praised the group’s messages of friendship, peace, and love, calling their return to Mexico “a historic moment.”

koreatimes.co.kr

Michael Biopic Passes $420 Million

The Michael Jackson biopic Michael has grossed more than $420 million worldwide in under two weeks, making it one of the highest-grossing music biopics ever and putting it within reach of Bohemian Rhapsody’s record.

digitalmusicnews.com

Austin City Limits Reveals 2026 Lineup

Austin City Limits Music Festival announced its 2026 lineup, led by Charli XCX, Lorde, Twenty One Pilots, RÜFÜS DU SOL, The xx, Skrillex, and Kings of Leon. The 25th anniversary festival takes place Oct. 2-4 and Oct. 9-11 at Zilker Park.

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Shakira’s Rio Concert Boosts Local Economy

Shakira’s free Copacabana Beach concert in Rio de Janeiro drew roughly two million fans and generated an estimated $160 million for the local economy, according to city officials.

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