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Now that many artists have returned to the road following the lockdowns of 2020, ticket marketplace StubHub is able to once again announce who the most in-demand touring artists are this fall — and which stars fans are most looking forward to seeing in concert in 2022. That would be Harry Styles, Billie Eilish and Justin Bieber, respectively.

Based on StubHub ticket sales for concerts this month through December, Harry’s Love on Tour trek is officially the most in-demand tour, garnering more sales than any other artist this fall. By taking first place, he breaks Elton John‘s two-year streak on top.

The second and third most in-demand artists are country star Luke Combs and rock legends The Rolling Stones, respectively.  Machine Gun Kelly, Dave Matthews Band and country superstar Garth Brooks are all in the top 10.

But based on ticket sales for concerts next year, when even more artists will be back on the road, StubHub has declared Elton John to be the most in-demand artist of 2022, when he’ll resume his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, his health permitting.

Also making the top 10 on StubHub’s list of artists fans can’t wait to see next year: Billie Elilish, The Weeknd, Justin Bieber, Bad Bunny, and Rage Against the Machine.

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Scotty McCreery found more success in his teenage years than most, winning season 10 of American Idol when he was just 17 years old. Even so, now that he is 27 and has a successful career in country music, the North Carolina native knows exactly what he would tell a younger version of himself if he could go back in time.

“I would have probably told myself to be patient and let things happen, and dig into the songwriting aspect of it,” Scotty tells Billboard. “If I could give that advice from a 27-year-old me, to a 17-year-old me I would have taken it — but you have to grow up and you have to live life. I didn’t have a lot of those life experiences that I’m writing about today.”

Scotty just released his latest album, Same Truck. His latest single, “You Time,” is currently sitting at #1 on the charts.

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Britney Spears‘ sons are now at the age that they don’t want their mom posting pics of them on Instagram, but she managed to come up with a sweet Instagram birthday post for them, even without a photo.

The singer posted the quote, “There is nothing stronger than the love between a mother and a son,” and wrote, “My boys’ birthdays were last week … and unfortunately they are growing up and want to do their own things…I have to ask their permission to post them because they are extremely independent little men!!! Anyway we had a small party and the coolest ice cream cakes!!!”

She added of Sean Preston and Jayden James, who are 16 and 15, respectively, “It makes me crazy because they are so tall and geez they are still growing!!! They went to a dance last week and I cried for two days — my babies in a suit !!! It’s crazy!!! And girls get ready cause my boys are so handsome.”

Referring to the quote she posted, Britney continued, “I truly believe this quote which is why I wanted to share it…there’s a lot I can’t share with you all because my kids are very private which I love but I will tell you they are both extremely talented and I’m so incredibly blessed to have these two little men in my life!!!”T

The newly engaged singer concluded, “And if they’re reading this … which I’m pretty sure they’re not … I love you two little devils so much!!!”

Britney shares both boys with her ex husband Kevin Federline.

 

 

 

 

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Garbage has delayed the release date for the band’s upcoming beautifulgarbage 20th anniversary reissue.

Originally due out October 1, the package is now set to arrive November 5 due to “recent vinyl production issues.”

“We apologize for the delay and any disappointment caused but deeply appreciate your patience,” Garbage says.

Following the alt rock hits of 1995’s Garbage and 1998’s Version 2.0, 2001’s beautifulgarbage took a more experimental approach, introducing more electronic and pop elements into the band’s sound. The reissue includes the original album remastered, along with various bonus B-sides, alternate versions and remixes.

Garbage just released a new album called No Gods No Masters in June.

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Blake Shelton is back for Season 21 of The Voice, this time joining fellow returning coaches John Legend and Kelly Clarkson, along with newcomer, Ariana Grande. For this season, Blake has added a “win cam,” for contestants to pose with him when they choose him as their coach.

“If you watch this show, you know that I brag a little bit when somebody chooses me as their coach, and so I wanted a win cam,” Blake tells People. “It’s something I can put in people’s face, like, ‘This artist chose me.’ That’s really what keeps me coming back.”

Apparently, Blake didn’t need to look farther than his own ranch to find his new camera.

“It’s a nice piece of security equipment I tore off my house,” he jokes, adding that, “It’s been good for me, it’s been good luck. It brings bragging to a whole new level.”

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Lil Nas X‘s hit song “Industry Baby” as we know it features Jack Harlow, but in an alternate universe it could have sounded a bit different. 

Lil Nas, who released his debut studio album Montero last week, hosted a Q&A session on Twitter on Tuesday and revealed that he attempted to get his idol on the track. 

When a fan on Twitter asked, “Which song did u send Nicki Minaj,” the 22-year-old responded, “industry baby.” No further explanation was given on why a Lil Nas X and Nicki collaboration failed to come to fruition. 

Although the song with Nicki didn’t happen, Montero is full of collaborations with other talented artists like Megan Thee Stallion, Miley Cyrus, Doja Cat and Elton John. 

During the Q&A, the “Old Town Road” crooner also dished that he also wanted to team up with Lady Gaga on a record for his album “but [he] never finished writing to it & sending it to her.”

While Lil Nas clearly has no problem getting an assist from other artists on his songs, he surprisingly hasn’t done any features himself. Something he offers a simple explanation for when a fan inquired about it.

“[I] havent found the right song yet,” he replied. “i want it to feel like a moment.”

industry baby https://t.co/SqFiRMYLxt

— MONTERO 🦋 (@LilNasX) September 21, 2021

yes i actually wanted a song with her on the album but i never finished writing to it & sending it to her https://t.co/dnG29M15rB

— MONTERO 🦋 (@LilNasX) September 21, 2021

havent found the right song yet… i want it to feel like a moment https://t.co/TE9NjdPCkV

— MONTERO 🦋 (@LilNasX) September 21, 202

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This week, Lainey Wilson‘s debut single, “Things a Man Oughta Know,” becomes her very first #1.

While there’s no doubt that’s an impressive accomplishment, the Louisiana native is even more astounded at the impact the song she wrote is having on listeners.

“The power and healing of music really is unbelievable,” Lainey reflects. “And the messages I get daily, like it just continues to blow my mind…”

“I’ve heard from mothers, from single mothers, from dads who are trying to teach their girls a few things a man oughta know,” she reveals. “I’ve heard from guys who gave up and got it wrong.”

“I’ve heard from this one lady,” Lainey adds, “who was about to get a divorce, and she sent the song to her husband, and he listened to it and kind of snapped out of it.”

“Things a Man Oughta Know” makes Lainey the first female solo artist to top the chart with her debut single since Gabby Barrett did in April 2020 with “I Hope.”

“I’m just so grateful that my song is given the opportunity to change lives,” Lainey says. “And it’s crazy how people can latch on to a song, and it can really just set them free in a crazy kind of way.”

“Things a Man Oughta Know” is from Lainey’s Sayin’ What I’m Thinkin’ album. She’s currently out on the Back in the Saddle Tour with Jason Aldean.

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Dave Grohl is taking part in this year’s edition of The New Yorker Festival, an annual week-long event held by the famed magazine.

On October 8, the Foo Fighters frontman will join New Yorker staff writer Kelefa Sanneh for a conversation about his upcoming memoir, The Storyteller. Grohl is also set to perform.

The event will be held live and in-person at an outdoor venue in Brooklyn, and will also stream online. Tickets are available now via Festival.NewYorker.com.

Grohl’s New Yorker Festival appearance will fall in the middle of his fall book tour in support of The Storyteller, which will also make stops in London, Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles.

The Storyteller, Grohl’s debut book, will be released October 5.

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