Listen up, music fans.
From must-see concerts to upcoming releases, reunions and more, we’re breaking down the hottest music news and events happening from Los Angeles to New York each month.
Follow along for the latest highlights featuring artists and bands across all genres.
July
MGK and Jelly Roll debut new music video featuring Megan Fox and Bunnie Xo
MGK admits he “cried” making the music video for “Lonely Road,” an emotional new track that shows him trading in his edgy pop-punk side for a soft, in-your-feels country vibe.
The rocker teamed up with Jelly Roll for the song and video, both released on July 26, that samples John Denver’s 1971 hit “Take Me Home, Country Roads.”
“Lonely road take me home / To the place where we went wrong,” MGK sings. “Where’d you go now / It’s been a ghost town / And I’m still here / All alone.”
The Sam Cahill-directed music video – which surpassed over 1.3 million views in the first 24 hours of its release – features cameos by MGK and Jelly Roll’s respective partners, Megan Fox and Bunnie Xo.
Some of the scenes feature Fox sporting a baby bump and later giving birth to a baby girl with MGK, seemingly alluding to the heartbreaking miscarriage they’ve been vocal about in recent years.
Meanwhile, Bunnie at one point shows Jelly Roll medical papers reading “infertility diagnosis and management.” The two announced in June that they were undergoing IVF in hopes of starting a family.
Both MGK and Jelly Roll spoke about how much the track meant to them in celebratory posts shared via social media on release day.
“Jelly you are [a] living breathing badass and a kindred soul who has shown me the path of redemption and what it looks like to believe in yourself against all odds,” MGK captioned an Instagram carousel showing a variety of behind-the-scenes images.
“From us beefing 12 years ago, and fast forward to us putting out what i believe will be the biggest hit of our careers yet im proud to call you my brother and life feels better knowing you got my back. this lonely road ain’t so lonely my friend.”
Jelly Roll echoed those sentiments in his own post, reflecting on his 15 years of knowing MGK but admittedly having a “tumultuous beginning” due to preconceived judgements.
“To my brother, I want you to know the positive energy radiating off of you. I can’t even shower you with enough praises for how incredible it has been to watch you become one of the greatest most multifaceted songwriters and musicians in the game,” he wrote in part.
“Thank you for picking me to be on this one brother. This song was going to be hit no matter who you called I’m just honored it was me,” he added. “I’m glad the world is getting to see your heart. You’ve been misunderstood for so long it feels a bit vindicating to watch the world see your soul.”
Lil Mosey releases new single ahead of full EP
Following the massive success of 2019’s “Blueberry Faygo,” Lil Mosey is back with another catchy track that will make you want to get up, snap your fingers and dance.
“Said you do your own thing / Shorty I could tell / I know you independent / So you don’t need no one else,” he raps on “By Yourself,” released on July 26 via his label Love U Forever and Cinq Music.
Lil Mosey shared in a statement that he created the song as an ode to “all the great women” in his life.
“The song is to express my appreciation and love for the women in my life and the women across the world,” the multi-platinum recording artist explained.
“Since the day I was born I was surrounded by independent women. Firstly, my mom, so this was for her and the rest of the independent women out there.”
The new track precedes Lil Mosey’s highly anticipated EP, “Love U Forever,” dropping Aug. 9.
Foster the People plots first live shows since 2021
Foster the People announced on July 26 that they will perform a pair of intimate live shows at the Bowery Ballroom in New York City on Aug. 12 and the Roxy Theatre in Los Angeles on Aug. 14.
The concerts — their first since 2021 — will celebrate the band’s latest album, “Paradise State of Mind,” which is out on Aug. 16.
Foster the People is also scheduled to take the stage at the Austin City Limits music festival in October.
Post Malone takes over Nashville
Post Malone previewed his forthcoming country album, “F-1 Trillion,” with a one-night-only concert in Nashville on July 16.
The Bud Light-co-hosted show, dubbed “A Night in Nashville,” saw the Grammy nominee perform his recent singles “I Had Some Help” and “Pour Me a Drink” and bring out Blake Shelton for the latter.
Hardy, Joe Nichols and Sierra Ferrell were also special guests.
Blink-182 headline largest stadium show to date in Los Angeles
Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge and Travis Barker hit a historic milestone on July 6 by headlining their largest stadium show yet during their “One More Time” tour stop in Los Angeles.
Taking the stage at SoFi Stadium, Blink-182 hyped up the star-studded crowd by playing a 25-song set list that featured hits like “Aliens Exist,” “All the Small Things,” “I Miss You,” “What’s My Age Again?” and “The Rock Show,” along with a mashup of their song “Dammit” mixed with Taylor Swift’s “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.”
Page Six spotted numerous celebrities vibin’ out at the venue for the rock band’s performance – and opening sets by Hot Milk and Pierce the Veil – including Megan Fox, MGK, Tyler Posey and Phem.
Earlier in the day, Barker hosted a 5K across the street at the Kia Forum with his wife, Kourtney Kardashian, by his side. The inaugural “Run Travis Run” health and wellness event brought thousands of fans together in Inglewood, Calif., to witness the drummer’s pre-concert ritual firsthand.
Page Six spoke to Barker on site, where he dished about his 20-year-old son, Landon, joining Blink-182 as an opener for select cities on their ongoing tour.
“I love it. Nothing makes me happier,” the proud dad shared, when asked about his rocker son following in his footsteps. “He’s [been] rehearsing, doing all of the things so he can have great shows.”
Landon Barker joins dad Travis on the road as tour opener for Blink-182
Just one day after Blink-182 rocked SoFi Stadium, Travis Barker took the stage again – this time at The Vermont Hollywood – to support son Landon’s own headlining show in LA on July 7.
The musician assisted Landon and his band on drums for “Friends With Your Ex,” which was followed up with a surprise cameo from MGK. The “Hotel Diablo” rapper came out to perform “Die in California” with Landon, a track off MGK’s “Mainstream Sellout” album.
The concert kicked off just days before Landon hit the road with his dad. He performed his first opening set for Blink-182 at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, on July 11.
“Being on tour with my father is an absolute blessing,” Landon exclusively shared with us. “I’m playing my three released singles, ‘Friends With Your Ex,’ ‘Over You’ and ‘Die In California,’ plus some unreleased tracks.”
He added, “The shows are huge and I’m beyond proud of my dad as he continues to sell out each show.”
Last October, Landon’s mom, Shanna Moakler, also exclusively spoke to Page Six about how proud she was to see her and Travis’ son following his dreams.
“To see him doing what he was doing was so [special] after seeing him on stage with Travis his whole life, just rocking out,” the model told us moments after Landon wrapped his debut solo show at the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles.
“He’s such a talented drummer as well, but to see him as a frontman is so cool. I’m like, ‘Super proud mommy moment,’ and I haven’t stopped crying.”
June
GXTP teams up with Sueco for new single and tour
GXTP is back with another collaboration – this time, with Sueco.
Following the success of 2023’s “Contraband” (featuring Mötley Crüe legend Tommy Lee), the rock group has teamed up with the “Fast” rapper for “My Devil at Home.”
“You’re the high coursing through my veins / My air-supply, don’t wanna break these chains,” lyrics from the catchy track read in part. “Craving your bedroom-eyes when we’re alone / My angel in public, my devil at home.”
GXTP is made up of Jason Paul (aka Poo Bear), Sasha Sirota and Triple Sixx. The group was formed in 2020 during the height of the coronavirus pandemic and has been busy at work ever since.
“’My Devil at Home’ reflects the ultimate synergy between love and passion, in a relationship, that I think everyone can relate to,” Triple Sixx said of GXTP’s latest single, which will be followed up with another collaboration titled “Te’KillYa” with Killer Mike and Santana.
“Sueco brings such incredible energy that definitely makes this one of our favorite songs!”
The song precedes the release of Sueco’s forthcoming full-length album, “Attempted Lover,” out July 19 and a tour to follow. GXTP will hit the road with the “Loser” singer starting Sept. 14 in Jacksonville, Fla., and wrapping Nov. 2 in Charlotte, NC.
Last summer, Page Six exclusively spoke to Sueco backstage at Lollapalooza, where he was making his debut at the four-day music festival at Chicago’s Grand Park.
“I’ve never been to Lollapalooza. I figured the first time I would come is when I perform,” he told us ahead of the energetic, crowd-favorite set. “I’m stoked. It’s going to be sick. We’re going to f–king turn up.”
Charli XCX ‘works it out’ with Lorde in ‘Girl, so confusing’ remix
Looks like Lorde has finally made her way into Charli XCX’s “brat” squad.
The “Royals” singer is featured on the remix of “Girl, so confusing,” a track off the British pop star’s b-b-bumpin’ “brat” album. The surprise release, which dropped on June 21, seemingly confirms speculation that Charli XCX penned the song about her years-long feud with Lorde.
“Yeah, I don’t know if you like me / Sometimes I think you might hate me / Sometimes I think I might hate you / Maybe you just wanna be me,” Charli XCX sings on the original track, later proclaiming, “One day we might make some music / The Internet would go crazy.”
On the remix, Lorde responds by singing, “Well, honestly, I was speechless / When I woke up to your voice note / You told me how you’d been feeling / Let’s work it out on the remix.”
She then sings about how she’d “cancel last minute” whenever Charli XCX asked her to go out – claiming she was “so lost” in her head at the time and “scared” to be in pictures.
“’Cause for the last couple years / I’ve been at war in my body / I tried to starve myself thinner / And then I gained all the weight back,” Lorde continues. “I was trapped in the hatred / And your life seemed so awesome / I never thought for a second / My voice was in your head.”
Ariana Grande recruits Brandy & Monica for ‘the boy is mine’ remix
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Ariana Grande recruited powerhouse singers Brandy and Monica for a new remix of “the boy is mine” (off her “eternal sunshine” album) on June 21. The remix dropped just weeks after the ladies appeared in the Christian Breslauer-directed music video for Grande’s OG version.
“[I] cannot believe this is real … my deepest and sincerest thank you to Brandy and Monica, not only for joining me for this moment, but for your generosity, your kindness, and for the countless ways in which you have inspired me,” Grande gushed via Instagram of working with the musical legends.
“It is near impossible to say how much this means to me,” she adds. “This is in celebration of you both and the impact that you have had on every vocalist, vocal producer, musician, artist that is creating today.”
Grande took inspiration from Brandy and Monica’s hit 1998 single “The Boy Is Mine,” which instantly topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart at the time and stayed at No. 1 for 13 weeks.
The track went on to win the Grammy Award for best R&B performance by a duo or group with vocals and became the best-selling song of the year and the best-selling female duet of all time.
“Love you @arianagrande – Thank you for embracing us with so much warmth and kindness,” Brandy wrote via Instagram following the release of the new remixed version. “Overjoyed to celebrate this moment with you and @monicadenise.”
Falling in Reverse achieve biggest Hot 100 hit with Jelly Roll collaboration
Falling in Reverse’s country-metal banger with Jelly Roll has earned them a spot on the Hot 100 chart.
Since its release on June 7, “All My Life” has already spiked to No. 1 across all Hard Rock Billboard Song Charts, generating an impressive 25,000,000+ streams in just two weeks.
“Bonding over their shared roots, modest upbringing and rebellious spirits, the collaboration between Ronnie Radkeon Feb. 26.
The “F*ck You, Goodbye” singer performed a selection of his hits old and new, including “Stay,” “Without You,” “Bleed” and “Sorry” to a crowd of fans who excitedly sang along to the lyrics throughout the duration of the concert.
“If there’s any song on the set list that you need to be 100 out of 10 for right now, it is this [one],” Laroi told the audience, encouraging concertgoers to open up the pit before performing “Diva” with assistance from his onstage DJs. “That’s the energy I want right there! Keep that s–t open.”
As for the new documentary, out now, the project showcases Laroi’s rise to international fame with help from mentors and collaborators like Justin Bieber, Post Malone and the late Juicewrld. It also features never-before-seen footage from his early days as an aspiring young artist, along with interviews with family members and longtime friends who’ve supported him since day one.
January
iHeartRadio’s ALTer EGO concert takes over the Honda Center
iHeartRadio always puts on a good show — and their 2024 ALTer EGO concert was no exception.
Held at the Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif., on Jan. 13, the lineup featured bands and artists like The 1975, Bush, Thirty Seconds to Mars, Yellowcard and Fall Out Boy.
One of the highlights from the jam-packed show was when Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park made a surprise appearance on stage to introduce Sum 41.
The rock band, made up of Tom Thacker, Jason McCaslin, Deryck Whibley, Frank Zummo and Dave Baksh, took the stage for “one of the band’s last” performances, belting out hits like “In Too Deep” and “Fat Lip” for the crowd of raging fans.
Sum 41 announced in May 2023 that they would be disbanding following their farewell tour. They’ve been together as a group since 1996.
“We are forever grateful to our fans both old and new, who have supported us in any way,” they shared in a statement posted to social media at the time.
A*Teens reunite to celebrate 25th anniversary of debut album
Page Six exclusively confirmed on Jan. 25 that the A*Teens — who originated as an ABBA cover band in Sweden in 1999 — were set to reunite in celebration of the 25th anniversary of their debut album, “The ABBA Generation.”
Insiders told us that the “Upside Down” singers would perform at the Swedish music competition Melodifestivalen on Feb. 3 to mark their first official appearance together in two decades.
The group’s original members, Marie Serneholt, Dhani Lennevald, Sara Lumholdt and Amit Paul, met up in Stockholm to prepare for their highly anticipated comeback.
Dead Poet Society hosts album release party in LA
Rock band Dead Poet Society — not to be confused with Taylor Swift’s latest project, “The Tortured Poets Department” — celebrated the release of their second studio album, “Fission,” in a big way.
The group, made up of lead singer Jack Underkofler, guitarist Jack Collins, bassist Dylan Brenner and drummer Will Goodroad, hosted a badass show for fans at Pico Union Project in Los Angeles on Jan. 24.
“This album is a lot about entering like a permanently altered state of mind, like a position in which you can’t change it. It’s like you’re forced to grow into a different person, and there’s no going back from that,” Underkofler exclusively teased to Page Six backstage.
“I hope that there’s people out there that have gone through similar things [that we’re exploring on the album]. It’s kind of the beauty of songwriting … the things we go through, although they feel very unique, they’re completely generic.”
Charli XCX and Julia Michaels write for new Britney Spears album
Sources told Page Six on Jan. 3 that Charli XCX and Julia Michaels had been tapped to write songs for Britney Spears‘ first album since 2016’s “Glory” — and the 2021 termination of her 13-year conservatorship.
Despite Spears’ team assembling songwriters for a potential project, our insiders cautioned that the Princess of Pop had not recorded any new material yet, as she has said she “will never return to the music industry.”
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