The Weekly Spin: Charts + Releases, Legal Drama, and More (June 23-29)

Chart & Releases:
- "I'm the Problem" by Morgan Wallen is No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for the sixth week.
- Jay Webb, a rising country artist, signed a global publishing deal with Sony Music.
- "American Heart" by Benson Boone debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200, followed by "Tropicoqueta" by Karol G at No. 3.
- The KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack reached No. 8 on the Billboard 200, making it the highest-debuting soundtrack this year.
- Sabrina Carpenter released an alternate album cover after online backlash.
- Lizzo released a surprise rap mixtape titled "My Face Hurts From Smiling".
- Brandy & Monica announced a co-headlining tour.
- An unreleased jazz demo by Joni Mitchell was included in a New York Times playlist.
- Bruce Springsteen discussed his box set "Tracks II: The Lost Albums" and upcoming music.
Performances & Festivals:
- John Travolta made an unexpected appearance at a "Grease" sing-along at the Hollywood Bowl.
- Beyoncé experienced a technical issue with a flying car during her Houston "Cowboy Carter" tour stop.
- Doechii made a successful debut at Glastonbury.
- Charli xcx responded to criticism regarding her autotune use during her Glastonbury performance.
- Neil Young's Glastonbury set was livestreamed on the BBC.
- Olivia Rodrigo and Ed Sheeran performed "The A Team" together in London.
- Lewis Capaldi returned to Glastonbury with a surprise set.
- Glastonbury organizers condemned Bob Vylan's "Death to IDF" chant.
Industry & Legal News:
- Snoop Dogg settled a copyright dispute related to his album "BODR".
- Flo Milli is facing a copyright lawsuit over her single "Never Lose Me".
- Spotify shares reached a record high, valuing the company over $160 billion.
- The Diddy trial has concluded with the prosecution and defense resting their cases.
- Charli xcx addressed criticism of her autotune use at Glastonbury.
Obituaries:
- Teen idol Bobby Sherman passed away at 81.
- Mick Ralphs, co-founder of Bad Company and Mott the Hoople, died at 81.
- Jim Parkinson, known for creating the Rolling Stone logo, died at 83.
- Walter Scott Jr. of The Whispers passed away at 81.
- Jack Kleinsinger, creator of Highlights in Jazz, died at 88.
- Jonathan Mayers, a co-founder of the Bonnaroo Music Festival, passed away at 51.
Other News:
- Paul Simon canceled shows due to back pain and will undergo surgery.
- Marilyn Manson's UK tour opener was canceled amid protests.
- All seven members of BTS have finished their mandatory military service.
- Sabrina Carpenter is considering banning phones at her concerts.
- A Syrian national was arrested in Germany in connection with a planned Taylor Swift concert attack.
- A background performer at the Kendrick Lamar Super Bowl halftime show was arrested over a flag.
- Bob Dylan and a song dedicated to a slain civil rights leader were featured in a New York Times article.
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