Brigitte Bardot Dies at 91
The French singer and actress captured the postwar pop zeitgeist before sliding into disgrace for racism
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The HITS Act Explained: How Immediate Write-Offs Fix a Cash-Flow Problem Artists Have Always Had
Why it exists, what’s actually new, and why “you could already deduct expenses” misses the point Every few years, something passes through Congress that sounds helpful to artists but gets misunderstood almost immediately.…
Harry Styles Surprise Releases Video for Tender Piano Ballad From Final Night on Tour
The clip, titled “Forever, Forever,” might just be a hint at a highly anticipated return
Kennedy Center President to ‘Seek $1 Million in Damages’ Against Musician Over Nixed Christmas Show
Richard Grenell threatened legal action against Chuck Redd after he canceled his appearance over Trump’s venue name change
Top New Music Industry News Last Week
Top new music industry news last week includes predictions for 2026 from experts, how musicians will get discovered in 2026, Songcards, the Measure of Music Conference, France honoring EDM and more.…
The Cure’s Perry Bamonte Dies at 65
The guitarist and keyboardist joined the band in 1990
Bizarrap and J Balvin Unleash New Song ‘BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 62’
The star duo teased the joint track on Christmas Day
Jane’s Addiction and Perry Farrell Reach Settlement After Public Apology Over Onstage Fight
“Jane’s Addiction will forever live in our hearts. We are proud of the music we created together,” the band wrote in a statement earlier this month
Peppa Pig Announces 2026 Tour, Recruits Baby Shark for Duet
The plucky young pop phenom is plotting her new era
How an Athletic Mindset Can Help Artists With Performance Anxiety
Dr. Noa Kageyama, PhD takes a look at research into how athletes deal with performance anxiety to extract a framework for musicians struggling with stage fright.…
Randi Zimmerman of Symphonic Shares Her 2026 Music Predictions
Hypebot's Future Predictions series is back. Join us as we ask the music industry's expert analysts what they think might unfold in the world of music in 2026. The post Randi Zimmerman of Symphonic Shares Her 2026 Music Predictions appeared first on Hypebot.
France Elevates Electronic Music to Cultural Heritage Status
“Electronic music has a rightful place in our national intangible heritage,” says French Culture Minister Rachida Dati, whose department labeled clubs as “places of artistic expression and celebration.…
Tyler, the Creator Takes a 2025 Victory Lap on “Sag Harbor” Freestyle
And drops a new “Sugar on My Tongue” remix
Chance the Rapper and Jeremih Gift Secret Santa EP
The latest Christmas-themed project from the duo
Sean “Diddy” Combs Requests “Immediate Release” From Prison
His attorneys accuse the district judge of acting “as a thirteenth juror”
Che Celebrates Christmas With REST IN BASS Deluxe
REST IN BASS: ENCORE includes 14 new tracks
Bob Vylan Won’t Face Charges for “Death to the IDF” Chant
U.K. police ended their investigation due to “insufficient evidence”
Happy Holidays from Hypebot!
Season's greetings and happy new year from the team here at Hypebot. The post Happy Holidays from Hypebot! appeared first on Hypebot.
Wayne Coyne: Steven Drozd’s Reason for Leaving the Flaming Lips Is a Lie
“It is HIS responsibility to tell everyone what happened”
How Musicians Get Discovered in 2026: Case Study & Downloadable Checklist
Music discovery and how musicians get discovered is no longer about landing one big moment.…