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On June 9, 2016, #Madonna performed “Borderline” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon marking its first major TV performance in decades. The moment showcased her ability to revisit early hits with new emotional depth like no other artist can. youtu.be/avqB1K0wcdo?...

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On June 8, 2001, The Immaculate Collection DVD was released in the UK. The release offered a remastered look at #Madonna’s groundbreaking first decade of visual pop artistry and reaffirmed her status as the defining visual artist of the MTV era.

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Madonna has finally announced plans to release her long-shelved 'Ray of Light' remix album, 'Veronica Electronica'

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On June 5, 1986, Rolling Stone hit newsstands with the headline “The New Madonna.” Photographed by Matthew Rolston and interviewed by Fred Schruers for a feature titled Can’t Stop the Girl, Madonna appeared in bold theatrical portraits that reflected her growing command of image and iconography.

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On June 4, 2008, Hard Candy was certified Gold by the RIAA. The album debuted at No. 1 in over 35 countries. With its fusion of urban beats and pop hooks, Hard Candy marked a bold, fresh direction for Madonna—and laid the foundation for the record-breaking Sticky & Sweet Tour that followed.

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On May 19, 1999, #Madonna released the psychedelic single Beautiful Stranger. The track became a global hit, earning critical acclaim and winning a Grammy Award for Best Song Written for Visual Media. It also received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Original Song from a Motion Picture.

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On May 18, 2019, #Madonna performed at the Eurovision Song Contest in Tel Aviv, Israel. Her rendition of Like a Prayer featured a bold reinterpretation, juxtaposing hip-hop beats with Gregorian chanting, creating a darker and more haunting version of the classic hit.

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On May 16, 1988, Spotlight reached number 3 on Japan’s Oricon International Singles Chart. Released exclusively in Japan as the lead single from her remix album You Can Dance, the track gained additional popularity when featured in a Japanese Mitsubishi VCR commercial.

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On May 10, 2003, #Madonna’s American Life debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, becoming her 5th U.S chart topper. It captured Madonna’s conflicted emotions about the American dream, exploring fame, consumerism, and self-reflection making it one of her most personal and thought-provoking records.

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On May 5, 2003, The Immaculate Collection was certified 11X Platinum in the U.S., by the RIAA. Released in 1990, the greatest hits album remains one of the best-selling compilations of all time. Its enduring appeal cements it as a cornerstone of #Madonna’s legacy and a pop culture essential.

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On May 4, 1999, The Power of Good-Bye was certified Silver in the UK by the BPI for over 200,000 sales. Co-written by #Madonna and Rick Nowels, and produced by Madonna and William Orbit, the haunting ballad was the fourth single from Ray of Light, and reached #6 on the UK Singles Chart

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On May 3, 1991, the New York Post ran its infamous front page declaring “WHAT A TRAMP!” in response to her Truth or Dare documentary. Critics attacked #Madonna’s bold sexuality but in hindsight, this cover stands as a snapshot of how threatened the media was by a powerful woman owning her narrative.

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On May 2, 1987, La Isla Bonita peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. Co-produced with Patrick Leonard, it blended Latin percussion, flamenco guitar, and layered synths to create a dreamy, tropical sound that was groundbreaking in pop at the time.

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On May 1, 1985, the first issue of Spin magazine hit newsstands with Madonna on the cover. Spin chose #Madonna as its debut cover star, signaling her dominance in both pop culture and the music industry. The move helped define the magazine’s tone and cemented Madonna as the face of a generation.

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On May 1, 1989, Like a Prayer spent its second week at number one on the Canadian Top 100 Singles chart, published by RPM magazine. The song’s blend of gospel, pop, and rock resonated strongly with Canadian audiences, holding the top spot as its global success continued to build.

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On April 30, 2020, Bedtime Stories hit Number One on the U.S. iTunes Albums Chart—26 years after release—thanks to the viral JusticeForBedtimeStories campaign led by fans in lockdown. #Madonna posted: “The Bedtime Stories album is currently #1 … thank you to all my fans who got it there.”

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On April 30, 1985, Crazy for You reached Number 2 on the UK Singles Chart. The tender ballad from Vision Quest revealed a new side to #Madonna showcasing her emotional range and vocal strength, and proving she was more than just a dance-pop star with fashion flair.

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On April 29, 2005, #Madonna hosted a private premiere of her documentary I’m Going to Tell You a Secret in New York. Directed by Jonas Åkerlund, the film followed her Re-Invention Tour, blending concert footage with intimate offstage moments. It explored her spiritual, political, and family life.

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On April 29, 2008, #Madonna released her 11th studio album Hard Candy in the U. S. Powered by the global smash “4 Minutes,” Hard Candy debuted at Number One in more than 37 countries, reinforcing Madonna’s reign at the top of the pop world after 25 years.

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On April 28, 1985, #Madonna performed the second of three sold-out shows at the Universal Amphitheatre in Los Angeles during The Virgin Tour. The setlist included early hits like Dress You Up,, capturing her first major headlining tour and the rise of the “Madonna wannabe” phenomenon.

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On April 28, 2001, What It Feels Like for a Girl debuted at No. 7 on the UK Singles Chart. It became #Madonna’s 47th Top 40 hit, extending her record for a female artist, and explored the pressures, expectations, and double standards faced by women.

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On April 28, 1998, Ray of Light was certified Platinum in the US. Driven by hits like Frozen and Ray of Light, it earned four Grammys and connected #Madonna with a new generation, cementing her place as one of music’s most fearless innovators.

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On April 27, 1985, Angel debuted on the Billboard Hot 100. The third single from her Like a Virgin album, Angel entered the chart strong and quickly became another major hit for #Madonna, eventually peaking at #5 and continuing her early dominance of 1980s pop.

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On April 27, 1985, #Madonna’s Crazy for You entered the UK Top Ten. Crazy for You would go on to become her first major ballad hit worldwide, peaking at Number Two in the United Kingdom and reaching Number One on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. youtu.be/DHutZXREZ0E?...

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On April 26, 1994, The Girlie Show – Live Down Under was released on home video. The concert captured #Madonna at her bold, theatrical best, blending cabaret, burlesque, and pop spectacle. The release became a fan favorite, preserving one of her most daring live eras on film.

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On April 25, 2008, #Madonna appeared on NBC’s Today Show to promote her documentary I Am Because We Are. In the interview, Madonna discussed her experiences in Malawi, the adoption of her son David, and her efforts to raise awareness about the AIDS crisis in Africa.

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On April 24, 1993, #Madonna’s Fever/Bad Girl topped Billboard’s Dance Singles Sales chart. Amid backlash from Erotica and Sex, she played it smart—pairing a moody ballad with a club cover, hitting two audiences with one release and proving her power where it still counted.

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On April 23, 1985, Like a Virgin was certified 4× Platinum in the U.S., just five months after release. Fueled by hits like “Material Girl” and the title track, it confirmed #Madonna’s takeover of the ’80s and her rise as a global pop phenomenon.

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On April 22, 2023, #Madonna’s American Life – Mixshow Mix (In Memory of Peter Rauhofer) was released as a Record Store Day exclusive. This 8-track 12-inch EP marked the 20th anniversary of American Life and paid tribute to the late Peter Rauhofer, a longtime Madonna collaborator.

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On April 21, 2003, #Madonna released American Life. The album mixed acoustic guitar with glitchy electronica to deliver sharp commentary on consumerism, war, and fame. divisive at the time, American Life topped the charts in over 15 countries and later gained recognition being ahead-of-its-time.

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On April 20, 1992, #Madonna signed a groundbreaking deal with Time Warner to launch Maverick, her own multimedia entertainment company. As chairwoman and CEO, she gained rare creative control and proved herself a sharp businesswoman—releasing career-defining albums from Erotica to Confessions.

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On April 17, 2003, #Madonna’s American Life was certified Silver in the UK by the BPI—four days before its official release. Awarded for over 60,000 copies shipped, it signalled strong anticipation for one of Madonna’s most daring and divisive albums.

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On April 16, 2021, The What It Feels Like for a Girl (Remixes) EP was released digitally for the first time. Originally issued in 2001, the reissued bundle brought long-awaited remixes giving fans a fresh way to experience one of Madonna’s best singles from the Music era. youtu.be/qYwgG2oyUbA?...

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On April 15, 1990, #Madonna’s Vogue hit number one on the UK Singles Chart. Blending house beats with Hollywood glamour and ballroom culture, it became her seventh UK number-one single. The song dominated the charts for four weeks—and the dancefloor for decades. youtu.be/GuJQSAiODqI

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