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September 11 stands as a significant date in music history, marked by iconic releases, memorable performances, and notable birthdays. From Prince's groundbreaking album to the Rolling Stones' chart-topping hit, and the birth of influential artists like Harry Connick Jr. and Moby, this day has witnessed events that shaped the music landscape. Additionally, Australia has its own rich tapestry of musical moments associated with this date, including a birthday for the late Renée Geyer.

The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards took over New York’s UBS Arena for a night of spectacle, show-stopping performances and landmark wins. Hosted by LL Cool J, the ceremony balanced the best of today’s hitmakers with a nod to icons of the past, including a star-studded tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne that had the entire arena on its feet.

Major music events from 19 August. On this day in music history:

Lady Gaga has penned the new song, Dead Dance, for season two of Wednesday and will drop a theatrical music video to boot.

Lady Gaga electrified fans last night at Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City, wrapping the first of two back-to-back sold-out stadium shows. Fresh off her widely praised headline performances at Coachella, Gaga brought her signature energy, theatricality, and emotional depth to the Mexican capital, kicking off a series of major international appearances leading into her highly anticipated MAYHEM Ball Tour this summer.

Lady Gaga will perform a second Sydney show on Saturday December 13, 2025.

Lady Gaga will perform a second show for Melbourne on December 6.