The voice behind countless classics is getting the recognition she deserves, not just for her music, but for her heart. MusiCares has named five-time GRAMMY winner Mariah Carey as the 2026 Person of the Year, celebrating both her legendary career and her decades of giving back. The tribute gala goes down January 30, 2026, at the Los Angeles Convention Center, just two nights before the GRAMMYs. 🎤✨

Carey's philanthropic work runs deep. She's provided relief for Hurricane Katrina and COVID-19 communities, founded Camp Mariah with the Fresh Air Fund for underserved youth, and championed initiatives advancing health and education. The evening will feature performances from renowned artists, with proceeds supporting MusiCares' programs including health services, addiction recovery, and disaster relief for music professionals. From Mariah's five-octave range to her five-star compassion, this honor celebrates an icon who's been hitting the high notes in every sense. 💝🌟

Metal legends Judas Priest put their money where their music is. Before their show at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles on October 19th, the band presented a $100,000 check to the Los Angeles Fire Department as relief for those impacted by the devastating January 2025 wildfires. The band met with six firefighters to hand over the donation, showing that heavy metal has an even heavier heart. 🎸🔥

The wildfires, which included the catastrophic Palisades and Eaton fires, burned over 57,500 acres, destroyed more than 18,000 homes, and caused tens of billions in property damage. Hurricane-force winds and record drought conditions turned the blazes into one of Southern California's worst disasters. While the music community previously rallied with FireAid concerts that raised $100 million, Judas Priest's contribution adds to the ongoing recovery efforts. When it comes to giving back, these rock icons are breaking the law in all the right ways. 🤘💙

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The pop-punk powerhouse celebrates his genre-defining album's fifth anniversary with a limited 17-date arena run (Nov. 15–Dec. 19) performing Tickets To My Downfall front to back. Stops include LA's Kia Forum, Denver's Ball Arena, TD Garden, Barclays Center, and Warped Tour Orlando. The trek launches "The Lost Americana Tour," his biggest global run yet with 67 dates through summer 2026. Support from Wiz Khalifa, Julia Wolf, De'Wayne, and more. Limited tickets available now.

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The 11-time Grammy winner launches her first major tour in support of new album Returning To Myself (dropping Oct. 24) with an arena run spanning North America, the UK, and Europe. "The Human Tour" kicks off Feb. 10 in Philadelphia and hits Madison Square Garden, Scotiabank Arena, Kia Forum, The O2 London, and Amsterdam's AFAS Live before wrapping Nov. 1 in Lisbon. Fresh off a sold-out Red Rocks three-night stand that grossed nearly $3 million, Carlile brings The Head & The Heart as support on North American dates. Bramily presale begins Oct. 28 at 10 a.m. local, with general on-sale Oct. 31.

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The heavy music festival returns to Las Vegas Festival Grounds on April 25 after a two-year hiatus, with System Of A Down and Korn headlining alongside Bring Me The Horizon, Evanescence, Marilyn Manson, Danny Elfman, Knocked Loose, Ministry, and AFI. The Live Nation-produced event expands with its inaugural Texas edition on Oct. 24 at Fort Worth's Texas Motor Speedway, featuring System Of A Down, Deftones, and Slayer performing Reign in Blood in full. Vegas presale begins Oct. 23 at 10 a.m. PT, Texas presale Oct. 24 at 10 a.m. CT, with general on-sale same day for both.

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The Gov't Mule frontman's 33rd annual charity concert returns to ExploreAsheville.com Arena on Dec. 13 with Warren Haynes & Friends, Stone Temple Pilots, MJ Lenderman & The Wind, Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country, and a special Phil Lesh tribute featuring Grahame Lesh, Jimmy Herring, John Molo, and Jason Crosby. The event holds added significance as Asheville's first Christmas Jam since Hurricane Helene, benefiting Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity and BeLoved Asheville. Since 1988, the annual benefit has raised nearly $3 million, constructing over 50 homes. Local in-person presale Oct. 23 at 10 a.m. ET, national presale Oct. 24, public on-sale Oct. 28.

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The alt-pop singer/songwriter hits the road in support of her acclaimed sophomore album i feel everything with a 32-date run across North America and Europe. The tour kicks off Feb. 17 in San Diego and wraps the North American leg March 21 at LA's Regent Theater, hitting Webster Hall, 9:30 Club, House of Blues Chicago, and Paradise Rock Club along the way. The European routing launches April 14 in Dublin with stops at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, Melkweg Amsterdam, and Berlin's Hole 44. The 16-track album explores obsession, grief, and survival through Lindemann's fusion of pop, rock, and punk. Presale begins Oct. 22 at 10 a.m. local, general on-sale Oct. 24.

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The country superstar returns to Sphere for five summer 2026 dates (June 19, 20, 24, 26, 27) following his successful 16-show residency earlier this year. Fresh off his Country Music Hall of Fame induction, Chesney promises a reworked setlist featuring new songs and reconfigured versions from his 2025 run at the immersive Las Vegas venue. The No Shoes Nation leader continues to deliver his signature Sandbar experience through Sphere's cutting-edge technology. KC Community presale begins Oct. 24 at 10 a.m. PT, with general on-sale Oct. 31.

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The legendary rock band returns to the road with their first extensive dates since Jon Bon Jovi's vocal cord surgery, launching a seven-date run supporting their album Forever. The tour kicks off with a four-night Madison Square Garden residency (July 7, 9, 12, 14) before hitting UK and Ireland stadiums including Edinburgh's Murrayfield (Aug. 28), Dublin's Croke Park (Aug. 30), and London's Wembley Stadium (Sept. 4). The run coincides with Friday's release of Forever (Legendary Edition), featuring collaborations with Bruce Springsteen, Jelly Roll, and Lainey Wilson. Presale begins Oct. 27 at 10 a.m. ET, general on-sale Oct. 31.

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The Kentucky music festival returns to The Infield at Red Mile in Lexington on June 6-7 with Tyler Childers and The Lumineers topping the bill. The two-day lineup features Zach Top, Ella Langley, Caamp, Mt. Joy, Muscadine Bloodline, Margo Price, Watchhouse, Shakey Graves, The Wallflowers, Robert Earl Keen, and Stephen Wilson Jr. among others. One-day and two-day GA, GA+, VIP, Platinum tickets, plus Superfecta and Cabana packages go on sale Wednesday, Oct. 22.

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Mr. Worldwide returns to Europe with a massive summer 2026 run spanning festivals, open-air venues, and stadiums across 17 dates (June 23–July 31). The Live Nation-produced tour kicks off in Stockholm and hits BST Hyde Park London, GelreDome Arnhem, Budapest's Puskás Aréna, and Glasgow Summer Sessions, with Lil Jon joining on most dates. Fresh off sold-out UK performances that grossed over $5 million in 2025, including Manchester's Co-op Live (18,279 tickets, $2.08M) and two Dublin arena shows, Pitbull continues his global dominance. Bald-E fanclub presale begins Oct. 22 at 12 p.m. local, general on-sale Oct. 24.

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Before Queen or Ziggy Stardust existed, a young Freddie Mercury was working at a Kensington Market stall when cash-strapped David Bowie walked in wanting boots he couldn't afford. Despite Space Oddity's chart success, Bowie was broke, so Freddie sized him up and sent him out the door for free. Eleven years later, the two icons created "Under Pressure." Read more here.

That’s a wrap for this week! Until next time, catch you in the pit—or next week’s email. 🎵🔥

Signing off,

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