Daily Music Headlines June 5, 2025
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Tyson Ritter Teases OnlyFans Launch
All-American Rejects frontman Tyson Ritter has joined OnlyFans, promising “full-frontal rock n’ roll with all access.” He hasn’t shared specifics, but says the content will be affordable—and the band is supportive. He joins celebs like Cardi B, Rico Nasty, and Lily Allen, who’ve also used the platform.
Russell Simmons Sues HBO Over Assault Doc
Russell Simmons has filed a $20 million defamation lawsuit against HBO and the creators of On the Record, which details sexual assault allegations against him. He claims the filmmakers ignored exonerating evidence and damaged his reputation. HBO and Warner Bros. Discovery say they’ll defend the film.
A-ha’s Morten Harket Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis
Morten Harket, frontman of A-ha, has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s. On the band’s site, he shared that two surgeries in 2024 helped ease symptoms, but he’s currently unable to sing. He encouraged fans to focus on global issues and accept life’s changes.
ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus Using AI for Musical
At SXSW London, Björn Ulvaeus revealed he’s co-writing a musical with AI, calling it a creative tool to overcome writer’s block. While praising its utility, he emphasized protecting songwriters, saying: “These AI models wouldn’t exist without the songs that we wrote.”
BBC Keeps Kneecap in Glastonbury Broadcast
Controversial Irish rap group Kneecap will still appear in the BBC’s Glastonbury coverage, despite recent backlash and canceled shows in Germany over political imagery. The BBC says all coverage will comply with editorial standards.
ENHYPEN Drop New Mini-Album and Tour Plans
ENHYPEN released DESIRE : UNLEASH, their sixth mini-album, featuring eight tracks and lead single “Bad Desire (With or Without You),” produced by Grammy winner Cirkut. The group will tour the U.S. and Europe this summer on their Walk the Line Tour.
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