Daily Music Headlines October 2, 2026

The Recording Academy confirmed Best Asian Pop Music Performance will debut at the 2027 Grammys despite controversy. BTS declined to submit Arirang, saying music shouldn't be divided by region or language. Rolling Stone

Dolly Parton will receive the 2027 Artist Humanitarian Award posthumously at Country Radio Seminar, honoring decades of philanthropy through the Imagination Library and other causes. Billboard

Lady Gaga apologized after criticism that Haus Labs’ new bronzer lacked shades for darker skin. The brand paused the launch and expanded the range from six to 11 shades following feedback from beauty creator Golloria. Billboard

Rick Ross was arrested in Miami Beach on felony battery by strangulation and misdemeanor battery charges stemming from an alleged August assault. His attorney denied the allegations. Billboard

Mac Miller’s estate released a 10th-anniversary edition of The Divine Feminine with three previously unreleased tracks: “Butterflies,” “Grand” and “Channel 13,” plus a YouTube stream of The Divine Feminine Live. Billboard

Sia sold 50% of her music catalog to Pophouse for $180 million, covering publishing and master rights. She’ll also develop an immersive digital avatar show featuring her music and songs she wrote for other artists. Rolling Stone

John Mayer announced six April 2027 shows at Las Vegas’ Sphere, featuring solo, full-band and John Mayer Trio sets. Artist presales begin October 7; general sales start October 9. Variety

And it’s Friday...fresh tracks:

“Draw You Out” — Noah Kahan

“Danger, Danger” — Dom Dolla, Skepta & Solomun

“See You in My Dreams” — Victoria Monét feat. SZA

“Channel 13” — Mac Miller

“Solar Eclipse” — Drake & Don Toliver

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