During an interview published October 7, Rodrigo revealed that she paid $25,600 for the vintage Gunne Sax dress at auction. The garment had originally been estimated to sell for between $4,000 and $6,000.

The dress is instantly recognizable to fans of The White Stripes, appearing alongside Jack White on the cover of one of the band’s most celebrated albums. Elephant includes the Grammy-winning hit Seven Nation Army.

Rodrigo considered wearing the dress at her Daisy Chain Fields music festival in Irvine, California, in August 2026. However, she ultimately decided against it because of the summer heat.

The purchase reflects Rodrigo’s longtime admiration for The White Stripes and their influence on her musical interests.

For now, the historic dress remains part of Rodrigo’s personal collection, connecting a new generation of rock music with one of the genre’s most recognizable album covers.

During an October 6 episode of Celebrity Substitute, the singer and songwriter guided a group of young students through the creative process, using familiar sounds to build an original musical track.

The lesson began with students recording noises made by everyday items, including a comb and masking tape. Puth then transformed those recordings into a beat, encouraging the children to contribute lyrics, vocals, and rap performances.

The classroom experience also carried a personal connection for Puth. His mother worked as a music educator, giving him an early appreciation for the role music can play in children’s lives.

Students also had an opportunity to ask questions about his music career and his experience becoming a father.

The appearance offered a look at Puth’s approach to songwriting while introducing young students to basic recording and production techniques. It also highlighted how creativity and collaboration can turn simple classroom activities into a shared musical experience.

The exhibition, titled Tim Walker’s Fairyland: Love and Legends, opens October 9, 2026, and runs through February 7, 2027. It explores LGBTQ+ identity, love, community, and activism through photography.

Styles has collaborated with Walker on several occasions. The photographer created the artwork for Styles’ 2019 album Fine Line, including a nude photograph released with the album. The pair also worked together on a 2022 photoshoot for Better Homes & Gardens.

Although the newly displayed portrait has been described as an outtake from the Fine Line sessions, its precise origin remains unconfirmed. A connection to the 2022 photoshoot has also been suggested but has not been independently established.

The exhibition features approximately 250 portraits celebrating LGBTQ+ culture and history, including images of musicians, performers, artists, and activists.

Styles’ portrait joins a broader collection highlighting Walker’s distinctive approach to photography and personal expression.

The group consists of Caden Adamonis, Tyler George, Bryan Chan, Recker Eans, and Toby Green. In a recent interview, the members discussed their journey together, their musical influences, and their ambitions as performers.

Rather than following a traditional casting process, the members helped select one another before beginning intensive training in Los Angeles. Their preparation included vocal development, choreography, and live performance rehearsals.

JYT draws inspiration from groups including Backstreet Boys, One Direction, and BTS, combining elements of classic boy band pop with contemporary production.

Signed to Republic Records, the group introduced itself with the single What U Want in December 2025 and has continued releasing new music throughout 2026.

The members have also emphasized their interest in performing live and building connections with audiences. With a growing catalog and a shared focus on music and choreography, JYT is establishing its identity in the pop landscape.

During a Fenty Beauty TikTok livestream on October 7, the singer answered a fan’s question about how much unreleased music she has. She compared her collection to the brand’s Gloss Bomb Vault, explaining that if each vault contains 10 products, she has enough music to fill at least 17 vaults.

The comparison suggests a collection of at least 170 unreleased tracks, although Rihanna did not provide an exact song count.

The revelation comes as fans continue waiting for her ninth studio album, widely known as R9.

Her last full-length album, ANTI, arrived in January 2016 and featured songs including Work, Needed Me, and Love on the Brain. Since then, Rihanna has focused on her beauty and fashion businesses while occasionally releasing new music.

In August, her partner A$AP Rocky also indicated that Rihanna had been spending time in the recording studio.

Despite the substantial collection, Rihanna has not announced a release date for her next album.

The Canadian pop star confirmed the release date in an October 7 social media announcement, sharing promotional artwork that shows her wearing a red bikini beside a baby stroller filled with cash.

The announcement signals another step in McRae’s music career following the release of her 2025 album So Close to What. The project featured songs including “Sports Car” and helped maintain her presence in mainstream pop music.

Fans had already seen hints of new material during McRae’s festival appearances in August, when she introduced visual elements that suggested a possible change in creative direction.

For now, McRae has kept details about “Housewife” limited. She has not publicly revealed the full song, its lyrics, or whether it will be part of a larger project.

The October 15 release will give listeners their first opportunity to hear the new track and see how it fits into her growing catalog.

The proposal happened during Mars’ October 2 show at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. As Mars performed Marry You, Williams got down on one knee while confetti filled the stadium. Timan accepted, drawing cheers from the crowd around them.

Mars also acknowledged the moment from the stage, adding to the celebration as the couple embraced.

Williams, a professional basketball player who recently joined the Lakers, has now added an engagement to an already eventful stretch in his life and career. Timan has also built her own profile as a model and social media personality.

The public proposal matched the upbeat mood of Marry You, a song that has long been associated with weddings and romantic celebrations. For Williams and Timan, the concert became the setting for a memorable new chapter in their relationship.

Among the newly announced releases, KATSEYE will issue The Dance Breaks on 12-inch yellow vinyl. The project features dance-break arrangements of Debut, Gnarly and Gabriela from the group’s Beautiful Chaos Tour, along with a KATSEYE logo etching.

Joji is also part of the lineup with a deluxe edition of Piss In The Wind featuring additional tracks and instrumentals.

Noah Kahan has two releases planned. Draw You Out, his contribution to The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping soundtrack, will arrive on 7-inch vinyl. The Last of the Bugs will also be released as a 12-inch EP on 180-gram Alpenglow-colored vinyl.

The wider lineup includes special releases from Prince, Joni Mitchell, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Nicks, Billy Joel, and other established artists.

The latest chart results also place her closer to The Beatles, who still hold the all-time record with 20 Hot 100 No. 1 songs. Swift now sits four chart-toppers behind that mark.

Patient Zero is one of several bonus tracks from the expanded edition of The Life of a Showgirl to make a strong debut. Four of those songs entered the top five, extending the album’s already significant presence on the chart.

The new No. 1 is also Swift’s third of 2026. Earlier this year, Opalite and I Knew It, I Knew You also reached the top spot.

Swift’s total now places her firmly among the artists with the most No. 1 singles in Hot 100 history. Mariah Carey also remains near the top of that list, while The Beatles continue to hold the record.

The latest result adds another milestone to Swift’s long run of chart success.

The appearance marked the first time the pair had performed their 2013 collaboration together in roughly 12 years. Instead of recreating the song’s original electronic production, they presented a stripped-down version built around piano and Williams’ vocals.

Stay the Night became one of Zedd’s major crossover hits after its release, while Williams was already widely known as the lead singer of Paramore. Their latest performance gave the song a quieter live arrangement while keeping its familiar melody at the center.

The reunion came during Williams’ current solo tour, which has included several nods to earlier moments in her career. Recent shows have also featured guest appearances and songs connected to past collaborations.

For longtime listeners, the Hollywood Bowl performance offered a rare chance to hear Williams and Zedd revisit one of their best-known songs together.