Country singer Gavin Adcock sparked controversy June 30, 2025, calling Beyoncé’s *Cowboy Carter* non-country, citing lack of authenticity.

Wendy James, lead singer of 1980s band Transvision Vamp, is reuniting with the band for a U.S. tour in February 2026.

Taylor Swift surprised fans with an acoustic "Shake It Off" at a Nashville charity show on June 24, 2025, marking her first live performance since the Eras Tour.

Drummer Gerry "Jellybean" Johnson, 69, died Nov. 21, 2025, leaving behind a legacy in Minneapolis funk and R&B.

Machine Gun Kelly secured Bob Dylan to narrate the trailer for his August 2025 album *Lost Americana*, following a chance meeting at Willie Nelson’s festival.

Wolfgang Van Halen tours with Creed in 2025, joins them again in 2026, and launches his own U.S. tour in March 2026.

Ben Platt and Khalid surprised fans with their first live duet on December 15, 2025.

Paris honors Jane Birkin, Anglo-French icon, by renaming a bridge after her.

Madonna releases limited silver vinyl remix album 'Veronica Electronica' on July 25, 2025, featuring new club remixes and a rare demo.

On December 15, 2025, country musicians Bobby, Eddie, and Matt Stell revealed the three albums that most influenced them on The Bobby Bones Show.