Music Notes: KATSEYE, Charlie Puth, and More

New music videos, live performances, and festival lineups in the entertainment world

Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:30am

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KATSEYE has shared a teaser for the music video for their new single 'Pinky Up,' which is set to drop on April 9. Meanwhile, some fans are upset that group member Manon Bannerman doesn't appear to be in the video, as the band announced she would be taking a temporary hiatus. Charlie Puth will perform songs from his new album on a sports-centric show, and several big-name acts like Zedd, Marshmello, and Nelly are set to perform at the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix. Illenium has also released the official music video for his collaboration with Ellie Goulding, 'Don't Want Your Love'.

Why it matters

These music updates showcase the continued activity and evolving dynamics within the entertainment industry, from new music releases to live performances and festival lineups. They provide insight into the creative output, promotional strategies, and fan engagement of popular artists across different genres.

The details

KATSEYE has shared the first teaser for the music video for their new single 'Pinky Up,' which is set to drop on April 9 at 9 p.m. PT. Meanwhile, some fans are upset that group member Manon Bannerman doesn't appear to be in the video, as the band's record labels announced in February that she would be 'taking a temporary hiatus from group activities to focus on her health and wellbeing.' Charlie Puth, who has admitted he's not much of an athlete, will perform songs from his new album 'Whatever's Clever!' on the sports-centric show 'Amazon Music presents: In the Paint,' which will stream during the NBA Nightcap postgame show. Zedd, Marshmello, Nelly, Loud Luxury, and Kane Brown are among the acts providing entertainment for the Formula 1 @ Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix, set for May 1-3 in Miami Gardens. Illenium has released the official music video for 'Don't Want Your Love,' his collaboration with Ellie Goulding, which was co-written by Charli XCX.

  • The KATSEYE 'Pinky Up' single and music video will drop on April 9 at 9 p.m. PT.
  • Charlie Puth will perform on 'Amazon Music presents: In the Paint' on Saturday.
  • The Formula 1 @ Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix is set for May 1-3 in Miami Gardens.
  • Ellie Goulding welcomed her daughter Iris Edeline Minniear-Goulding on March 6.

The players

KATSEYE

A music group that has shared a teaser for the music video for their new single 'Pinky Up.'.

Manon Bannerman

A member of the group KATSEYE who is taking a temporary hiatus from group activities to focus on her health and wellbeing.

Charlie Puth

A musician who will perform songs from his new album 'Whatever's Clever!' on the sports-centric show 'Amazon Music presents: In the Paint.'

Zedd

An electronic music producer and DJ who is set to perform at the Formula 1 @ Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix.

Ellie Goulding

A singer-songwriter who collaborated with Illenium on the song 'Don't Want Your Love' and recently welcomed a daughter.

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What they’re saying

“Manon Bannerman would be 'taking a temporary hiatus from group activities to focus on her health and wellbeing'.”

— KATSEYE's record labels

The takeaway

The music industry continues to evolve, with artists releasing new music, collaborating on projects, and performing at high-profile events like the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix. These updates showcase the diverse creative output and promotional strategies of popular musicians across genres, as well as the ongoing dynamics within music groups and the impact on fan engagement.