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1. Lady Gaga Announces 'Intimate' Tour for New Album 'Mayhem'

Lady Gaga has unveiled plans for an "intimate" tour to promote her latest album, "Mayhem," starting with a series of performances in Las Vegas. ​

2. Meghan Trainor's Stunning Appearance at Billboard Women in Music Awards

At the Billboard Women in Music Awards in Los Angeles, Meghan Trainor turned heads with her stylish outfit, showcasing her toned figure. She received the Hitmaker Award, acknowledging her success with hits like "All About That Bass" and her work for other artists. ​

3. Ángela Aguilar Celebrates Married Life and Career Milestones

Ángela Aguilar expressed her happiness about married life with Christian Nodal at the Billboard Women in Music Awards. She praised Nodal for his support and performed "Cielito Lindo" with the Harmony Project choir. Ángela received the Breakthrough Award and dedicated her acceptance speech to immigrant women, emphasizing dignity and the right to dream. ​

4. Usher's Star-Studded London Residency and Exclusive Afterparties

Usher commenced his ten-night residency at London's O2 Arena with a spectacular show featuring a 36-song setlist.Celebrity attendees included Maya Jama and Daniel Kaluuya. Usher hosted exclusive afterparties, including one at Soho's The Box, where he performed mini-sets and celebrated with guests like Raye. ​

5. Morgan Wallen Returns to 'SNL' After Controversial 2020 Debut

Morgan Wallen returned as a musical guest on "Saturday Night Live" on March 29, 2025, five years after his controversial debut in 2020. He performed "I'm the Problem" and "Just in Case" from his upcoming album, "I'm the Problem," set to release on May 16. ​

6. Music Industry Mourns the Loss of Iconic Figures

In 2025, the music industry bid farewell to several iconic figures, including Marianne Faithfull, Roberta Flack, Sam Moore, and Angie Stone. Each individual left an indelible mark on the music world, and their contributions are being fondly remembered. ​

7. Controversy Over Amazon's AI Song Generator

The music industry is urging Amazon to halt its collaboration with Suno, an AI music generator accused of using copyrighted materials without authorization. Amazon introduced Suno with the Alexa+ relaunch, allowing users to generate personalized songs through voice commands, sparking backlash from artists and labels. ​

8. Highlights from the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards

The 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on March 17, 2025, hosted by LL Cool J. Mariah Carey was honored with the Icon Award, Lady Gaga received the Innovator Award, and Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour was named Tour of the Century. Swift led the nominations with ten and won nine awards, making her the most awarded artist of the ceremony. ​

9. Electronic Dance Music Awards Recognize Industry Leaders

The 2025 Electronic Dance Music Awards took place on March 28, 2025, at the Eden Roc Hotel during Miami Music Week. Afrojack and Crystal Waters received Icon Awards, Mike Weiss was honored with the Industry Achievement award, and Above & Beyond received the Legend Award. ​

10. Charli XCX Dominates Brit Awards 2025

The Brit Awards 2025 were held on March 1, 2025, at The O2 Arena in London, hosted by Jack Whitehall. Charli XCX led the nominations with six and won five awards, including British Album of the Year and British Artist of the Year. The Beatles were nominated for Song of the Year for their "final song" "Now and Then," marking their first nomination since 1983. ​

These events highlight the dynamic and evolving landscape of the music industry in 2025.​

Top Music Industry News Stories - March 2025

Billboard Women in Music Awards 2025 Honors Leading Female Artists
The Billboard Women in Music Awards 2025 celebrated influential women in the industry. Jennie received the Global Force Award, Doechii was named Woman of the Year, and Gracie Abrams earned Songwriter of the Year. The event featured stars like Becky G and Meghan Trainor, who showcased stunning fashion on the red carpet. 

Will Smith Releases First Album in 20 Years, 'Based on a True Story'
Will Smith launched his first studio album in two decades, "Based on a True Story," featuring collaborations with DJ Jazzy Jeff, Teyana Taylor, and Jac Ross. The album addresses personal experiences, including the 2022 Oscars incident. 

Usher's London Residency and Exclusive Afterparties
Usher commenced a ten-night residency at London's O2 Arena, delivering performances spanning his three-decade career. The shows included AI elements and were attended by celebrities like Maya Jama and Daniel Kaluuya. Usher also hosted exclusive afterparties, including one at Soho's The Box, where he performed mini-sets. 

Lucy Dacus Explores Artistry and Intimacy in New Album
Singer-songwriter Lucy Dacus released her solo album, "Forever Is a Feeling," delving into personal themes of love, honesty, and self-discovery. She emphasizes authenticity in her music, opting out of artificial intelligence in music creation. 

Spotify Surpasses $10 Billion in Music Royalties for 2024
Spotify reported distributing over $10 billion in music royalties in 2024, increasing payouts tenfold over the past decade. The company has paid out approximately $60 billion since its inception, with music publishing payouts surpassing $4.5 billion in the past two years. 

Innovative Music Companies Leading the Industry in 2025
Companies like pgLang, Seeker Music, SoundCloud, and Red Hot have been recognized as the most innovative in the music industry for 2025, contributing to the evolving landscape of music creation and distribution. 

AI Controversies and Major Licensing Deals Mark Early 2025
The music industry faced AI controversies, streaming shake-ups, and significant licensing deals in early 2025, reflecting the dynamic nature of the industry. 

Emerging Music Trends to Watch in 2025
The industry anticipates bold new genres and cutting-edge production tools as key music trends to watch in 2025, indicating a shift towards innovative music creation. 

Rapper Giggs Praises Stormzy and Central Cee for Elevating UK Hip Hop
Giggs acknowledged the contributions of Stormzy and Central Cee in transforming the UK rap scene, highlighting their influence on the genre's evolution. 

Meghan Trainor's Stunning Appearance at Billboard Women in Music Awards
Meghan Trainor turned heads at the Billboard Women in Music Awards with her stylish outfit, showcasing her toned figure. She received the Hitmaker Award, acknowledging her success with hits like "All About That Bass" and her work for other artists. 

Lady Gaga Announces 'Mayhem' Album and Intimate Tour
Lady Gaga announced her latest album, "Mayhem," accompanied by an intimate tour starting with performances in Las Vegas.

Ángela Aguilar Celebrates Married Life and Career Milestones
Ángela Aguilar expressed her happiness about married life with Christian Nodal at the Billboard Women in Music Awards. She received the Breakthrough Award and dedicated her acceptance speech to immigrant women, emphasizing dignity and the right to dream.

Morgan Wallen Returns to 'SNL' After Controversial 2020 Debut
Morgan Wallen returned as a musical guest on "Saturday Night Live," performing "I'm the Problem" and "Just in Case" from his upcoming album, "I'm the Problem," set to release on May 16.

Music Industry Mourns the Loss of Iconic Figures
The industry bid farewell to several iconic figures, including Marianne Faithfull, Roberta Flack, Sam Moore, and Angie Stone, each leaving an indelible mark on the music world.

Controversy Over Amazon's AI Song Generator
The music industry urged Amazon to halt its collaboration with Suno, an AI music generator accused of using copyrighted materials without authorization.

Highlights from the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards
The 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards honored Mariah Carey with the Icon Award, Lady Gaga with the Innovator Award, and Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour as Tour of the Century.

Electronic Dance Music Awards Recognize Industry Leaders
The 2025 Electronic Dance Music Awards honored Afrojack and Crystal Waters with Icon Awards, Mike Weiss with the Industry Achievement award, and Above & Beyond with the Legend Award.

Charli XCX Dominates Brit Awards 2025
Charli XCX led the nominations with six and won five awards, including British Album of the Year and British Artist of the Year, at the Brit Awards 2025.

TikTok's Return to the US Market
After regulatory challenges, TikTok made a successful return to the US market, impacting music promotion and discovery.

Artists Protest Against AI in Music Creation
Musicians organized protests against the use of AI in music creation, advocating for the preservation of human artistry.