Daily Music Headlines October 23, 2025

It’s Thursday, October 23rd, 2025. I’m Eileen Rivera, and here are your Music Headlines:

Miley Cyrus wrote “Dream As One” for Avatar: Fire and Ash, inspired by losing her Malibu home to wildfire.
billboard.com
Bad Bunny remains confirmed for Super Bowl LX halftime despite controversy, says the NFL.
billboard.com
The Cult will pause touring after current dates to focus on new music and “spiritual recharging.”
nme.com
Bon Jovi announce 2026 “Forever Tour” with NYC shows in July and UK stadium dates later that summer.
nme.com
Lizzo is being sued for copyright infringement over an unreleased song tied to a Sydney Sweeney ad.
variety.com
Broadway musicians have avoided a strike after a last-minute deal with producers secured raises, healthcare gains, and career protections.
abcnews.go.com
Supergroup MC50, featuring members of Soundgarden and Fugazi, announce live album 10 More for December 5.
consequence.net
Kenshi Yonezu’s “IRIS OUT” tops Billboard Japan for a fifth week, breaking solo artist streaming records.
billboard-japan.com
David Ball, co-founder of Soft Cell and co-creator of “Tainted Love,” has died at age 66.
billboard.com