Yesterday–today–tomorrow in music: new albums from Megadeth and Poppy, Styles’ residency, and BTS’s global ticket hunt

Yesterday, January 23, 2026, was that kind of day when music and showbiz work overtime: new albums drop on streaming, tours get announced overnight, and family soap operas on Instagram suddenly come with concert dates. The loudest hit came from metal, where one big band is acting like this is its last lap and wants to run it full throttle, while the pop world is spinning again around one superstar and the question of who will actually snag tickets without getting swallowed by bots.

Today, January 24, 2026, is a day for fan logistics: who’s going to a concert tonight, what’s sold out, where it’s worth clicking, and where you’re just losing your nerves. On top of that, the big K-pop machine opens public ticket sales and tests the patience of everyone who thinks they’re used to queue systems and verifications.

Tomorrow, January 25, 2026, brings that classic combo: festival vibes and deadlines. While one metropolis is expecting a big festival night, elsewhere the last day expires for sign-ups in systems that hand out presale codes. In short: tomorrow you don’t just go to a concert—tomorrow you watch your calendar and your card.

Yesterday: what artists did and who impressed

Megadeth

On January 23, 2026, the metal crowd got a reason for shared listening and commenting: Megadeth’s self-titled album landed on streaming, and the most talked-about moment sounded like full circle. According to multiple reports from metal media, the album also includes their version of Metallica’s Ride the Lightning, a song that has always carried extra emotional weight because of Dave Mustaine and the history behind the whole story.

What does that mean for fans? First, they got material that listens like a statement, and second, they got a debate that lasts for hours: is this revenge, reconciliation, or just a good musical decision. Loudwire followed fan reactions and part of the story moved into comments and forums, where every guitar phrase gets dissected and the energy compared with the original. If you love backstage metal mythology, this is the day it gets fed again. (Source)

Poppy

Yesterday was also a day for a turn into the weird and addictive: Poppy released the album Empty Hands, and it’s the kind of release that immediately gives fans two things: songs for looping and a visual identity that gets shared in Stories. Apple Music clearly lists the release date as January 23, 2026, so the biggest dilemma was very down-to-earth: which three tracks go straight into favorites and which song is the strongest candidate to become a concert highlight.

For her career, this is a move that cements her status as an artist who can’t be shoved into a single box. For the fan, the message is simple: if you loved her in phases when she hit metal, and also in pop moments, here you’ve got a combination that plays without skipping. And yes—if you follow her rhythm, this is the album that will very quickly eat up half the setlist time, because the crowd expects the new era live right away. (Source)

Harry Styles

While metalheads were counting riffs, pop fans were counting nights: Pitchfork reported that Harry Styles is doing 30 nights at Madison Square Garden as part of the Together, Together story, and it’s the kind of announcement that instantly splits fans into two groups. Some are thrilled because a residency means more chances to catch a date; others are already panicking because they know what it looks like when sales go mass and everyone turns into professional clickers.

What does that mean for a fan in 2026? A residency sounds like “see you whenever you manage,” but in practice it’s a game of rules: Verified Fan deadlines, presale windows, cards, and everything that kills the romance but saves the odds. For his career, it’s a move that does two things at once: it confirms status and turns shows into the event of the season, and every night becomes a potential viral clip. (Source)

Cruz Beckham

Yesterday, showbiz stuck most to the Beckham story, but this time with a musical twist. People writes that Victoria Beckham publicly supported Cruz after his post about upcoming gigs with a band, at a moment when family tensions on Brooklyn’s side have been filling headlines for days. Translation: a concert post becomes a family message too, and fans and the curious get another layer to interpret.

For the fan, it looks like reality TV that accidentally moved onto a concert schedule. One part of the audience will follow out of curiosity; another will actually check the sound and whether the young Beckham delivers on stage. For a career, this kind of visibility is a double-edged sword: attention helps, but it also raises the pressure. If the plan is serious, the best move is for the music to “cover” the drama. (Source)

Blake Shelton

While the internet debates residencies, Blake Shelton yesterday did what makes residencies tangible: he stood on a stage in Las Vegas. His official tour schedule lists a show on January 23, 2026, at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, which is exactly the kind of info a fan loves: no guessing, just the date, the venue, and the ticket link.

For the fan, a residency is ideal if you want to plan a trip and pair the concert with the city, and realistically assess the budget. For Shelton, it reinforces his status as a “safe” live pick: the crowd knows what it’s getting, and Las Vegas loves artists who don’t risk too much but give a good night. If you missed yesterday, the good news is this mini run doesn’t stop right away. (Source)

Colter Wall

Yesterday was also the day country fans got a reminder that a more intimate artist can generate just as much hype as an arena headliner. On Colter Wall’s official site, the schedule shows he had a date in Fort Worth on January 23, 2026, and right next to it is January 24, with some dates showing sold-out or waitlist status.

What does that mean for fans? If you’re the type who likes a “real” concert without pyrotechnics, this is gold. But also a warning: when an artist like this “breaks” in demand, tickets vanish without big media pomp. For a career, that’s the best possible ad: sold-out dates speak louder than interviews. (Source)

Grand Ole Opry

In Nashville yesterday there was another “country ritual” with extra charge: Opry 100 keeps filling the calendar, and the official list of January events shows how the program is built in advance, with a note that the lineup can be updated. January 23, 2026, is logged as one of the Opry dates, and for fans it’s the kind of night you love because you never know who will show up as a surprise.

For the fan, this is more than a concert: it’s a check-in at the place where careers get “certified.” For artists, appearing on the Opry stage still carries the weight of tradition, and in 2026 it’s sold as an experience, not just a performance. If you follow the country scene, it’s a reminder that some institutions don’t get skipped. (Source)

Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit

Yesterday in Seattle was the first of two back-to-back dates for Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, according to the local promoter announcement and concert listings. Two nights in a row in the same city is always a sign an artist has an audience that comes back, and Isbell’s “quality over spectacle” image works especially well here.

For the fan, dates like this mean one thing: the atmosphere is usually better than in huge venues, and setlist logic can reward those who come multiple times. For a career, it’s the kind of touring routine that builds reputation long-term: you don’t need a viral trick if people recommend you with the sentence “go, it’s worth it.” (Source)

Today: concerts, premieres, and stars

Performing tonight: concert guide

Today, January 24, 2026, is a “practical fan” day: who’s in town, what’s sold out, and where you can still slip in. The safest trick is always the same: check the artist’s official site or the primary promoter before you go into resale.

Tonight’s standouts:

• Blake Shelton (Las Vegas): the official tour schedule lists January 24 at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, and tickets run through official channels. Where to follow: the official tour link and Live Nation/Ticketmaster pages.
• Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit (Seattle): the second night in a row at Paramount Theatre, per the Live Nation listing. Fan tip: if you’re hunting better seats, check for last-minute seat releases before the evening.
• Colter Wall (Fort Worth): the official site lists January 24, with sold-out and waitlist indicators depending on the market. Fan tip: this is the type of show where it pays to arrive early for entry and the merch line.
• The Beach Boys (North Myrtle Beach): Alabama Theatre lists two performances on the same day (matinee and evening) with a ticket price range. Fan tip: pick the time based on whether you want “earlier then dinner” or “later then after.”
• Grand Ole Opry: OPRY 100 (Nashville): the official events list shows tonight’s date and lineup, with a note that the bill can change. Fan tip: expect guests and surprises.

• Fan tip: if you’re buying last minute, stick to official sales channels and check entry rules (mobile tickets, ID, door time).
• Where to follow: the artist’s official website, Live Nation/Ticketmaster, and official venue pages.

What artists are doing: news and promo activity

The biggest “today” moment is sales and the infrastructure around sales. BTS, according to Pitchfork, announced a 2026 world tour, and Business Insider reported that public ticket sales start today, January 24, 2026, via Ticketmaster. It’s the kind of day when fans learn two things: what it means to be ready (account, card, details) and how quickly everything can flip to “sold out” or “limited availability.”

If you’re a fan entering this race, there’s no romance: preparation is part of the show. According to Ticketmaster guidance for presale systems, signing up and participating do not guarantee a ticket—only the right to try in the window you receive. And that’s the reality of 2026: a good plan is half the concert.

• Fan tip: for major artists today, the rule is “one device, one network, one account.” Don’t open ten tabs and block yourself.
• Where to follow: Source and Details

New songs and albums

Today is the day after a big Friday, so the “new” is listened to through reactions. Megadeth and Poppy both released albums yesterday (the January 23, 2026 release date is visible on their Apple Music pages), so today is really a day for fan recaps: which track goes on repeat, what could become a concert staple, and which song already looks like a candidate for a video or live highlight.

In practice, today one thing happens: comparison. The metal crowd compares Megadeth with earlier eras and dissects the cover as a cultural moment, while the Poppy crowd measures how well the album “holds” from first to last and how “raw” or “polished” the production is. These are micro debates that predict setlists: artists read them, management feels them through streams.

• Fan tip: if you like following an “official” trail, save the album on streaming and follow official profiles for announcements about videos and tour.
• Where to follow: Source and Details

Top charts and trends

If today you’re looking for “who’s up, who’s down,” the best indicator for the broader picture is the Billboard 200 (via the Official Charts view) and what’s being talked about on music sites. Official Charts notes that on the Billboard 200 list (dated at No. 1 in that snapshot) is the album With Heaven on Top by Zach Bryan, which is a good reminder that in 2026 dominance isn’t always the loudest news on TikTok, but a steady audience that listens every week.

At the same time, the “trend” in fan terms today is seen more in what gets shared: the Harry Styles residency and presale rules are the kind of story that fills group chats, and the BTS ticket sale is the kind of event that shows everyone how overloaded the systems are. The 2026 trend isn’t just a song—the trend is also the process.

• Fan tip: charts are useful, but for concert demand, watch how fast venues fill up, not just who is No. 1.
• Where to follow: Source

Tomorrow and the coming days: get your wallets ready

• Harry Styles: according to buying instructions and presale windows, tomorrow, January 25, is the key deadline for Verified Fan signup before the first windows. If you’re late, you’re late from the start. (according to available sale information)
• Harry Styles: the American Express presale starts January 26, and general sale (for New York windows) goes toward the end of the week, so tomorrow plan your account and details. (check exact windows by city)
• BTS: after today’s public sale, tomorrow the market will “settle” through additional drops and resale, so it’s smart to follow official channels, not panic, and not chase shady links.
• Lollapalooza India: the festival in Mumbai runs January 24 and 25, and Linkin Park is announced as one of the weekend’s key draws. Tomorrow is the festival day for those chasing a “big moment.”
• Winter Jam 2026 (Charlotte): according to venue information, tomorrow is an event with multiple artists and admission as a donation at the door, which is a rare model in 2026 when everything goes through apps.
• Blake Shelton: if you miss today, the official schedule shows the Vegas run continues through the end of the month, so tomorrow you can calmly pick another date.
• Jason Isbell: today’s date is one of those that gets retold, and tomorrow is the ideal time to catch the next cities on the tour and follow announcements about guests and setlist changes.
• Colter Wall: tomorrow check the waitlist and any additional releases, because for dates like this, more tickets can “drip” out at the very end.
• Grand Ole Opry: Opry 100 runs all year, so tomorrow you can plan the next weekends and chase the lineup that suits you best.
• The Beach Boys: after today’s two performances, tomorrow the fan comparisons of times and impressions start, so if you’re planning for the future, follow what the crowd says about the “early” and “late” show.

In short for fans

• Listen now: Megadeth and Poppy dropped albums yesterday; today is for picking favorites and adding them to a playlist.
• Don’t skip the rules: if you’re chasing Harry Styles tickets, tomorrow is the deadline you don’t want to miss because Verified Fan windows dictate everything.
• Don’t panic with BTS: today is public sale; tomorrow follow official channels and avoid shady resales.
• For tonight’s plan: Blake Shelton, Jason Isbell, Colter Wall, Opry, and the Beach Boys are today’s “safe bet” if you’re in their cities.
• For the showbiz radar: Cruz Beckham got a huge spotlight yesterday through the family story, but the real answer will be how he sounds live.
• For festival vibes: Lollapalooza India weekend is underway, and tomorrow is round two for those chasing the biggest sets.
• For budget: residencies and double slots (like the Beach Boys) mean more options, but also more costs if you get carried away.
• For smart buying: always start from the artist’s official web and the primary promoter, then only think about other options.

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