Happy New Music Friday! The weekend is here, which means more streaming, new playlists, and the best that music has to offer — and ET has you covered for everything in between.
Concert for Carolina Benefit Show
Artists are coming together for a benefit show to raise money for relief efforts across the Carolinas and the Southeast. Concert for Carolina will take place at Charlotte’s Bank of America Stadium and will include performances from Luke Combs, Eric Church, James Taylor, Scotty McCreery, Sheryl Crow, Keith Urban, and more. The concert will livestream on October 26 on Veeps.
MusiCares Person of the Year Gala
MusiCares has announced that The Grateful Dead will be honored at the 2025 MusiCares Person of the Year Gala. They will be recognized for their contributions to music and philanthropic efforts. The special night will also include posthumous tributes to Jerry Garcia, one of the band’s founders.
Jimmy Fallon’s Holiday Album and Special
Jimmy Fallon announced the track list for his holiday album Holiday Seasoning out November 1. Artists like Jonas Brothers, Justin Timberlake, The Roots, Will Ferrell, Cara Delevingne, Dolly Parton, and more will be featured. Jimmy will also have a holiday special Jimmy Fallon’s Holiday Seasoning Spectacular airing on December 4 on NBC with guest appearances and performances from top artists.
PEACE Through Music Award for Dolly Parton
The Recording Academy and the U.S. Department of State announced that Dolly Parton is the 2024 recipient of the PEACE Through Music Award, honoring her contributions to cross-cultural exchanges and global peace through music.
Shakira’s Upcoming Tour
Shakira is on the cover of GQ Spain for the November issue. She discussed how her latest album Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran was a healing process. Shakira is gearing up for her most ambitious tour yet, starting on May 13, 2025, in North America.
Kelsea Ballerini’s New Album and Tour
ET sat down with Kelsea Ballerini to chat about her new album PATTERNS and her upcoming tour, KELSEA BALLERINI LIVE ON TOUR starting on January 21, 2025. Kelsea shared insights about her music and tour plans.
New Music Releases
Plus, new music from Lady Gaga, Gwen Stefani, Megan Thee Stallion, Halsey, Jin, Maren Morris, and more!
“Disease” – Lady Gaga
“Swallow My Tears” – Gwen Stefani
MEGAN: ACT II – Megan Thee Stallion
Patterns – Kelsea Ballerini
The Great Impersonator – Halsey
“I’ll Be There” – Jin of BTS
“People Still Show Up” – Maren Morris
“Happiness” – U2
American Idiot 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition – Green Day
“(Isn’t It) Obvious – Alessia Cara
“Aquamarine” – Addison Rae
“Vicariously” – Anthony Ramos
“Over Each Other” – Linkin Park
“Michelle” – Luther Vandross
“Heart Of A Woman” – Summer Walker
Ed & Mary Margaret’s Son – Brian Kelley
Duets – Andrea Bocelli
“I’ll Be Home For Christmas” – Gabby Barrett
Whiplash – The 5th Mini Album – aespa
Full Bloom – 311
“Hide It” – Wiz Khalifa feat Don Toliver
“Born With A Broken Heart” – Damiano David
“With One Look” from SUNSET BLVD: THE ALBUM – Nicole Scherzinger
“This Party Sucks” – Ryan Hurd
“Stay in Your Grave” – The Black Keys feat Alice Cooper
“Escasez de Besos” – Natti Natasha
“My Favorite Holiday” – Ruben Studdard
“Say Yes” – Melanie Fiona
“One Eye Open” – Mimi Webb
“Close” – Skip Marley
Playing With Fire – JC Chasez & Jimmy Harry
“Pushing Daisies” – Ashe & Suki Waterhouse
love myself – Lindsay Ell
“Don’t Walk Away” – THE DRIVER ERA
“If You Can’t, Don’t” – Neil Perry
“Unconditional” – NCT’s JAEHYUN
Jigsaw – Spencer Barnett
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