musicMonday, June 22, 2026
Olivia Rodrigo's third album scores the biggest sales week of 2026 for a solo artist, while Stray Kids gear up for a world tour. Meanwhile, a music professor faces abuse allegations and Rod Stewart's health scare raises concerns about aging performers.
Two major acts made headlines today with new releases and tour announcements.
Olivia Rodrigo's third album sold 485,000 units in its first week, the biggest sales week of 2026 for any solo artist, knocking Drake from No. 1.
Stray Kids dropped a cinematic teaser for pre-release single 'RUN IT' and announced a new album and world tour, signaling their continued global expansion.
Troubling stories from the music world emerged alongside a quiet day of other developments.
Ten students at Musikene in San Sebastian and a Paris conservatory student accuse a harp teacher of psychological abuse and physical excesses dating back to 2011.
Rod Stewart, 81, needed oxygen onstage during a Utah show, following a string of canceled and postponed performances.
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