Yesterday, music stole the show again, but not only on stage. On Sunday, January 11, 2026, the lights spilled from concert halls onto the red carpet: the Golden Globes gave fans both winning songs and new debate topics, and the New York jazz scene pulled off one of those nights when you can feel the city breathing in rhythm. At the same time, one of the year’s most interesting “festival-vacation” formats also wrapped up, so the internet stayed full of impressions and beach clips.
Today, January 12, 2026, the focus returns to what matters most: who’s performing tonight, who’s pushing their way into conversations and guest spots, and what’s worth listening to right now while it’s still hot. If you’re hunting tickets, this is also a deadline day: some sign-ups and presale mechanics close today on U.S. time, which in Europe means you don’t have much room for “I’ll do it tomorrow.”
Tomorrow, January 13, 2026, the story broadens: new presale rounds start, festival finales land, and the first serious announcements for the coming weeks arrive. If you’re the kind of fan who likes being “ahead” and getting in before the crowd, tomorrow is a day for your calendar, your card, and a reminder.
Yesterday: what artists did and who impressed
Ejae & co.: “Golden” from Kpop Demon Hunters took the moment
On Sunday, January 11, 2026, the Golden Globes—amid a sea of film and TV titles—gave music fans a pure “wow” moment: the award for Best Original Song went to “Golden” from Kpop Demon Hunters. It wasn’t the typical “big name and big PR,” but a win for a team of writers and performers who found themselves at the center of mainstream conversation overnight.
For a fan, that means two things. First: this is the industry’s signal that a “new sound” can break through even without the classic pop playbook, if it has a story, emotional charge, and timing. Second: when a song wins a prize like this, algorithms and playlist curators usually react fast, so it’s worth jumping in right away—before “Golden” becomes background in every other Reel.
(Source)Ludwig Goransson: a win that didn’t make the broadcast
That same night, Ludwig Goransson won the Golden Globe for Best Original Score for a film, but with the bittersweet twist composer fans recognize instantly: the category wasn’t shown on the TV broadcast because it was “cut” for time. The award is real, but the on-screen moment vanished, and industry reactions were loud enough for the story to spill into music circles, not just film circles.
If you follow scores and producers, this is an important reminder of how real the fight for visibility is even when you win. And for fans who like to “read between the lines”: when this kind of dust-up happens, the winning soundtrack often gets a new listening wave because the audience goes to check “what they kept quiet.”
(Source)Miley Cyrus: an engagement ring and a nomination that held attention
Miley Cyrus arrived at the Golden Globes on January 11, 2026 with a “double headline”: a look dissected frame by frame and an engagement ring that instantly became the topic, alongside a nomination for Best Original Song “Dream as One.” It’s that showbiz moment that splits fans into two camps: some chase ring and styling details, others grab onto the song and the story behind it.
For a career, moments like this are often stronger than a classic promo campaign: an audience that never planned to listen to the song now has a reason to click and “see what everyone’s talking about.” And for fans it’s also a small confirmation that Miley is playing it smart right now: balancing private and public just enough to spark interest, without losing focus on the music.
(Source)Andrea Bocelli: an Olympic moment aimed at emotion
On Sunday, January 11, 2026, confirmation came that Andrea Bocelli will perform at the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. This is a move that tells fans everything: organizers are playing for big emotion and a globally recognizable voice, and Bocelli gets a platform you don’t get “just” from touring.
If you’re a fan of live spectacle, this is an announcement you remember, because Olympic ceremonies often create a new wave of interest even for artists the public has known “forever.” And yes—performances like this often pull the catalog along in the background: people return to the hits, hunt for live recordings, and compare “how it sounds now” with what they remember.
(Source)Winter Jazzfest: Nublu had that “real” club night on Sunday
New York’s Winter Jazzfest on Sunday, January 11, 2026 dropped into Nublu with a lineup that was more “scene energy” than classic gala programming: Next Jazz Legacy, Ruly Herrera, MAE.SUN, Cochemea, and Melvin Gibbs. Doors at 18:30, show at 19:00, which gave fans ideal timing: early enough for a first round, late enough to feel the night.
What does that mean for a fan? If you love jazz and improvisation, Nublu nights are the ones people retell—not because they’re the “biggest,” but because they’re closest to the artist. These shows are often where you catch future collaborations: someone appears as a guest, someone “plugs in” onstage, and suddenly you have a reason to follow those people for the next few months.
(Source)Out of the Blue: Noah Kahan’s “festival-vacation” closed the loop
Sunday, January 11, 2026 marked the end of the Out of the Blue format in Riviera Cancun, at the Moon Palace Cancun resort. The concept is simple and genius for fans: you’re not buying just a concert, but a package of experience, travel, and community, with Noah Kahan as the face and main magnet.
For fans, this is the kind of event that creates an “inner circle”: people recognize each other by wristbands, share itineraries, compare sets, and plan the next year before they’ve even gone home. And for an artist’s career, this kind of model builds loyalty that lasts longer than a single tour: anyone who’s been once often wants to go again, because the memory isn’t just the song but the whole context.
(Source)Little Feat: the start of a farewell on the road
For classic rock fans, January 11, 2026 carries extra weight: according to their own announcement, Little Feat entered the “Last Farewell Tour” story, designed as a big goodbye ride. Tours like that are always emotional, but also practical: tickets get chased earlier, merch disappears faster, and the crowd shows up with the “maybe the last time” mindset.
From a fan perspective, this is the moment to stop postponing. Farewell tours rarely stay “just this one more,” but they often become the last big, consistent touring cycle. If you love the band, this is the year it’s worth traveling for a concert, precisely because you know it isn’t just another night.
(Details)Today: concerts, premieres, and stars
Performing tonight: a concert guide
If you’re in “I want something live right now” mode, January 12, 2026 is more than a solid day—especially for those who love jazz, crossover, and club energy. Winter Jazzfest closes its week-long story with another program round, and that means the city gets that nice chaos: audiences hop from venue to venue, and artists often feel more relaxed because “the story is already rolling” and the atmosphere carries itself.
In New York, tonight’s focus is on (L)e Poisson Rouge with the program “My Country ’Tis of Thee,” and later it moves to Nublu for another festival night. If you love Japan pop and want something completely different, today is also the date of LiSA’s concert in Ise—another reminder of how serious and precisely planned Asian touring routes are today.
- Winter Jazzfest, (L)e Poisson Rouge: tonight the program “My Country ’Tis of Thee” is announced (start at 19:00) and part of the festival finale. Details
- Winter Jazzfest, Nublu: tonight a festival showcase is announced (start at 20:00) as the later “second act.” Details
- Carnegie Hall, MET Orchestra Chamber Ensemble: if you prefer a more refined program and “sit and listen” energy, tonight that option is on the table too. Details
- LiSA, Ise (Japan): today the concert slot is announced for J-pop fans. Details
- Info for fans: if you’re aiming for Winter Jazzfest, think through logistics before you go out. The festival concept means crowds and entry lines are part of the experience, but it’s often worth arriving early for a better spot.
- Where to follow: check official announcements and any schedule changes on organizer and venue channels, because “subject to change” notes are a reality of festival weeks.
What artists are doing: news and promo activity
Today is the day when fans often get “post-awards” content: interviews, quick backstage comments, and follow-up explanations of who was with whom, who congratulated whom, and why a category disappeared from the broadcast. The Golden Globes last night (January 11, 2026) opened a conversation about how the industry treats music creators in a film context, and that topic will keep spinning today too.
In parallel, today is also a concrete “ticket day” for pop fans. For Bruno Mars “The Romantic Tour,” Ticketmaster says you must sign up for the artist presale by 10:00 Pacific Time on Monday, January 12, 2026—which is 19:00 in Croatian time. If you’re the kind of fan who remembers late, today is the last moment to even get into the presale story.
- Info for fans: Bruno Mars presale sign-ups have a cutoff in Pacific Time. If you’re in Europe, count on an early-evening deadline and don’t leave it for “after dinner.”
- Where to follow: for Bruno Mars presale and terms, the most reliable route is the official info on Ticketmaster. Official document
New songs and albums
If today is your “headphones day,” January 12, 2026 brings at least one clear signal for the Americana and folk crowd: Emily Scott Robinson released the album Appalachia. It’s not a “mainstream drop” that will pop up everywhere, but it’s the kind of release fans like to discover early—before playlist editors and radio shows start pushing it.
And if you want a broader picture, Pitchfork’s new releases guide for January keeps the framework of what’s fresh and worth attention, so it’s worth using as a compass—especially after the holiday lull when suddenly too much appears at once.
- For a calmer mood: Emily Scott Robinson - Appalachia (release January 12, 2026). Details
- For a wider releases list: you can track what’s coming out through January via editorial guides. Details
- Info for fans: when an album drops early in the week, it often flies “under the radar” until the weekend. If you like the artist, today is the day to boost it through listening and sharing.
- Where to follow: Bandcamp and artists’ official pages often give the cleanest signal on dates, formats, and pre-orders.
Top charts and trends
After the holidays, charts usually reset and open space for songs that were pushed down by the Christmas wave. An analysis from NPR’s music desk (via Boise State Public Radio) describes exactly that effect: a pile of holiday songs dropped off the Hot 100, so old and new favorites returned to the top. In that story, it’s especially noted that “Golden” from Kpop Demon Hunters is holding high, which neatly links last night’s Globe win with real listening “momentum” on the ground.
If you want a “hard” snapshot, Billboard’s charts for the week ending January 10, 2026 give a clear picture of who’s dominating singles and albums in this transition from the holidays into a new season.
- A trend worth watching: the post-holiday return of songs to the top and the rise of tracks that survived December without a “Christmas boost.” Source
- Reference point: Billboard Hot 100 (week of January 10, 2026). Details
- Album story: Billboard 200 (week of January 10, 2026). Details
- Info for fans: today it’s worth watching how Globe “buzz” affects streaming. If you see a sudden jump for a song, that’s often the moment the broader audience is just tuning in.
- Where to follow: alongside Billboard, follow media analyses that explain why shifts happened—not just what happened.
Tomorrow and the next days: get your wallets ready
- Winter Jazzfest, Nublu: on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 another Nublu date is announced (Milena Casado, BIGYUKI, Made Kuti, and Isaiah Collier). Details
- Chris Stapleton: according to official information, the artist presale starts on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 (follow the terms and channels). Official document
- Chris Stapleton, presale rules: Ticketmaster has separate instructions for presale access and verification. Official document
- Bruno Mars: after today’s cutoff (January 12, 2026), the next ticket-sale phases for “The Romantic Tour” follow. If you missed sign-up, check general sale and alternatives. Official document
- Wilco: the Sky Blue Sky festival returns in mid-January (January 15 to 19, 2026) in Mexico, with multiple band sets and a strong lineup. Source
- Saturday Night Live, musical guests: in the coming weeks, performances by A$AP Rocky, Geese, and Cardi B are announced (episode dates are in January). Source
- Little Feat: the farewell tour kicked off on January 11, 2026 and now enters its “now or never” period for fans who want to catch a date near them. Details
- Beach festival format, next wave: after Out of the Blue ended (January 8 to 11, 2026), fans of this type of event are already looking at what’s next in the same resort circuit. Details
- Golden Globes repercussions: expect more conversation in the coming days about how music categories are treated and who will speak up after the broadcast cuts. Source
- For those hunting a “hit before it’s a hit”: watch how “Golden” behaves on the charts after the win, because that’s where a second viral wave usually starts. Source
In short for fans
- Spin “Golden” while the story is fresh and see whether you’re in the hype or outside it.
- If film music interests you, check out Goransson’s score and follow the debate about category cuts.
- If you’re hunting Bruno Mars tickets, today (January 12, 2026) is a key day for presale sign-ups in U.S. time.
- For live energy, tonight choose between Winter Jazzfest’s club route and “sit and listen” options like Carnegie Hall.
- Add Emily Scott Robinson to your listening if you like Americana stories that grow slowly but last long.
- Tomorrow (January 13, 2026) set an alarm for presale rounds, especially if you’re targeting Stapleton.
- If you love destination festivals, Out of the Blue has ended, but the model is expanding: follow resort calendars and festival announcements.
- Keep an eye on the charts: the post-holiday reset often throws up unexpected returns and new jumps.
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