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Kelly Clarkson ALLEGED STALKER Hit with 6 Charges … Serious Jail Time Possible 2/3/2023 12:20 AM PT Kelly Clarkson’s alleged stalker is now facing a slew of criminal charges after the singer claimed the woman keeps showing up at her home … even with a restraining order against her. The L.A. City Attorney’s Office tells

Reznor and Ross won their first of two Oscars working on Fincher’s “The Social Network.” Atticus Ross and Trent Reznor attend the Los Angeles Premiere of Searchlight Pictures “Empire of Light” at Samuel Goldwyn Theater on December 01, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross are getting back into the David

David Bither has something on his mind. Sitting at his desk at the Warner Music Group’s midtown Manhattan offices, he pulls up a recording he heard the night before on SiriusXM’s Beatles Channel: accomplished jazz pianist Brad Mehldau performing his solo interpretation of “I Am the Walrus,” off his upcoming album of Beatles covers out

Lewis Capaldi, Alanis Morissette, Denzel Curry, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Yo La Tengo are also on the bill. Lizzo at Global Citizen Live on September 25, 2021 in New York City. GC Images The Foo Fighters, Lizzo and The Strokes are among the headliners for this summer’s 2023 Fuji Rock Festival in Japan. The event

Wonder has amassed 25 Grammys over the years and is the only artist ever to win album of the year with three consecutive studio albums. Stevie Wonder performs onstage during The Art of Elysium presents Stevie Wonder’s HEAVEN – Celebrating the 10th Anniversary at Red Studios on Jan. 7, 2017 in Los Angeles. Emma McIntyre/GI

You can listen to the 50 top-charting love songs from the 1970s to today on the SXM App through Feb. 16. Love is in, and on, the air as SiriusXM kicks off its Billboard Cupid Countdown, spotlighting the top 50 love songs from the 1970s to today, as ranked by performance on the Billboard Hot

Tyre Nichols City Officials in talks to Name Skate Park After Him … In Memphis, Sacramento 2/3/2023 12:40 AM PT Tyre Nichols, who loved to skateboard, could soon have his name emblazoned on skate parks in Memphis and Sacramento … this publication has learned. A rep for the City of Memphis tells this publication … leaders are

Beyoncé Tour Date Release Shuts Down Mirror Ball Hat Seller … Too Many to Make Now!!! 2/3/2023 1:00 AM PT The Etsy designer behind Beyoncé’s fabulous disco-style cowboy hat now has firsthand experience with the Bey effect … after the Renaissance tour announcement forced her to shut down her shop. Abby Misbin AKA “Trending by

Dallas Zoo Stolen Monkeys OK After Health Check … Reward Up To $25K 2/1/2023 1:03 PM PT The 2 monkeys found in the closet of an abandoned home seem to be healthy after vanishing from a Dallas Zoo … now officials are upping the stakes to find the culprit. The Dallas Zoo gave a health

NBA YoungBoy I Hate My ‘Murder’ Raps … Converting to Mormonism Soon!!! 2/1/2023 2:06 PM PT NBA YoungBoy released 8 full-length projects in 2022, but it doesn’t look like he’ll be cosigning his own catalog in the near future. In a new revelation to Billboard, the Louisiana-born rap star is showing remorse for the content

Keanu Reeves Alleged Stalker Thinks We’re Family … I Need Protection, STAT!!! 2/1/2023 2:48 PM PT Keanu Reeves is getting protection from a man he claims showed up at his home, apparently hell-bent on trying to prove they’re somehow related. The “Matrix” star’s lawyer, Mathew Rosengart, beelined it to court Tuesday asking the judge for

The legend also discussed working with the late Taylor Hawkins on his Grammy-nominated album & reveals what excuse Paul McCartney once gave him for not collaborating. At the upcoming 65th annual Grammy Awards, legendary rocker Ozzy Osbourne is nominated in four categories for his Patient Number 9 album, including its title track, which features the late

Warren Zevon’s daughter Ariel says that “tears came to my eyes” when she learned that her father was finally nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. But she and her brother Jordan were all smiles as they discussed the nod with Billboard via Zoom on Wednesday (Feb. 1). Explore See latest videos, charts

Songs written and performed by Anaïs Mitchell and Aoife O’Donovan tied for song of the year. Janis Ian photographed at the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago on August 8, 2008. Paul Natkin/GI Janis Ian had a memorable night at the International Folk Music Awards, which were held at the Westin Kansas City at Crown Center

49ers’ Fred Warner Wife Didn’t ‘Feel Safe’ At Eagles Game … I’m Never Going Back!! 2/1/2023 2:57 PM PT The wife of 49ers star Fred Warner won’t be showing up to Eagles games in the future after she says Philly fans treated her horribly, berating her during the NFC Championship game, and it made her

R. Kelly Feeling No ‘Relief’ As Chicago Sex Abuse Charges Dropped 1/31/2023 6:40 AM PT R. Kelly is no longer facing sex-abuse charges in Chicago, where a prosecutor’s decided to drop several pending charges, but that news isn’t swinging his mood … the singer still has plenty of other troubles. Kelly’s attorney, Jennifer Bonjean, tells

H.S. Basketball Coach Fired After Posing As 13-Year-Old … In JV Basketball Game 1/31/2023 6:49 AM PT UPDATE 12:10 PM PT — this publication Sports has confirmed Arlisha Boykins, the junior varsity coach AND varsity head coach were all fired as a result of the incident. UPDATE We also spoke with a rep for the Virginia

Real 92.3’s J Cruz Offset Ruined My Wedding … When He Won Back Cardi!!! 1/31/2023 7:09 AM PT Real 92.3 radio host J Cruz says he was all set to get married on the Rolling Loud stage — that is, until Offset made his grand onstage gesture to Cardi B back in 2018 … stealing

After two pandemic-induced years of touring shutdowns, the return of the Country Music Association’s annual celebration feting country music’s touring industry was rung in with a heightened sense of joy and gratitude. On Monday evening (Jan. 30), members of country music’s touring elite gathered at Nashville’s Marathon Music Works for the much-anticipated event. Explore See

The singer/songwriter is up for best new artist, plus best R&B song and best R&B performance for her viral hit “Hrs & Hrs.” Following her three Grammy nominations, Muni Long is feeling… well, she’s not so sure yet. “I think everything that’s happening right now is surreal,” she shared with Billboard R&B/hip-hop reporter Neena Rouhani

Four-episode docuseries features pioneers Ice-T, Roxanne Shanté, Run-D.M.C., MC Lyte, Melle Mel, Fat Joe and more; Public Enemy co-founder also has new book ‘Livin Loud.’ Chuck D Travis Shinn One of the first salutes honoring the yearlong celebration of hip-hop’s 50th anniversary takes place Tuesday night (Jan. 31) with the PBS premiere of Fight the Power: How

Naomi Osaka Dinner Date With Mom In NYC … After Pregnancy Announcement 1/31/2023 7:15 AM PT Tennis superstar Naomi Osaka had a night out with her mom in the Big Apple on Monday … hitting up a Japanese restaurant three weeks after announcing she’s preggo with her first child. The 25-year-old and Tamaki Osaka arrived

Yarbrough’s most famous track was sampled in Fatboy Slim’s 1999 crossover hit “Praise You.” Kelly Clarkson is ready to sing your praises, and she’s using a very fitting Camilla Yarbrough track to do it. On Tuesday (Jan. 31), the American Idol alum brought down the house with a cover of Yarbrough’s “Take Yo’ Praise” on

The superstar updated fans with a charming video on Instagram. Ed Sheeran Zakary Walters He’s back! Ed Sheeran returned to social media with a candid Instagram video on Tuesday (Jan. 31). “Hi guys, so I realize I haven’t been that engaged in my social media or my fan base online over the last couple of

The Rock Cosigns Kelce’s Postgame Speech ‘My Boy Said What He Said’ 1/31/2023 8:30 AM PT Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson gave Travis Kelce a ringing endorsement … after the NFL superstar ripped the Cincinnati mayor, calling him a “jabroni” following the Chiefs’ victory over the Bengals in the AFC Championship Game! Of course, Kansas City’s

Guess Who This Fancy Gal Turned Into! 1/30/2023 12:01 AM PT Before this “fancy pants” teen turned into an actress and a tv personality in “The O.C.”, she was growing up in Chappaqua, New York and schooling everyone with her superior vocabulary at Syracuse University. After playing a New Jersey bartender on the television series

‘Gossip Girl’ Star Jordan Alexander Reboot Was Canceled … But I’m Happy It Even Happened!!! 1/30/2023 12:15 AM PT this publication.com “Gossip Girl” star Jordan Alexander isn’t shedding any tears or holding a grudge after the reboot series was canceled … instead, she’s finding the positive in an awesome experience. We caught up with Jordan shortly

“The peace i feel is far beyond what i thought possible,” the singer-songwriter wrote on Instagram Stories. Joshua Bassett attends the premiere of Disney’s “Better Nate Than Ever” at El Capitan Theatre on March 15, 2022 in Los Angeles. Amy Sussman/GI Joshua Bassett has a message for fans who are worried about his well-being: Don’t

Arriving during the ongoing revolution in Iran, the playlist includes music and commentary from women artists and allies like Googoosh, Snoh Aalegra and Shervin Hajipour. People participate in a demonstration against the death of Iranian Mahsa Amini on October 1, 2022 in Brussels, Belgium. Thierry Monasse/GI Spotify has launched a new playlist to amplify the

“Let’s take a trip down memory lane.” Few expressions are more clichéd. Different usages of “memory lane” or “memory’s lane” began showing up in the late 1800s, and the phrase has become a common way to think of nostalgia. Old Dominion’s new single, which Arista Nashville released to country radio via PlayMPE on Jan. 4, puts

Eva Longoria Buy My Former Aston Martin … From ‘Desperate Housewives’!!! 1/30/2023 12:45 AM PT Wanna look as hot as Eva Longoria on “Desperate Housewives”? Love cars? Got deep pockets? Then do we have the auction for YOU!!! That’s right … you could be the lucky owner of the 2007 Aston Martin DB9 Volante Eva

Miley Cyrus’ “Flowers” holds at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, reigning for a second frame a week after it soared in at the summit, as it continues its dominance in both streaming and sales. Meanwhile, David Guetta and Bebe Rexha’s “I’m Good (Blue),” at No. 6 on the Hot 100, becomes the most-heard

He just couldn’t help himself. Joe Jonas leaked a snippet of the Jonas Brothers‘ new song “Wings” on social media on Sunday (Jan. 29). “Guys, we got the mix of our new song ‘Wings’ and, umm, I don’t care, I just want you to hear it. C’mon,” the middle JoBro says before heading inside to

Lisa Marie Presley Back on Opioids … Dramatic Weight Loss Leading Up to Death 1/30/2023 1:00 AM PT Lisa Marie Presley was on an extreme weight loss regimen in the months leading up to her death, because she wanted to look her best to celebrate the “Elvis” movie during the various awards ceremonies … family

Top Air Force General Sends Memo … Warning of War with China in ’25 1/28/2023 11:38 AM PT A top U.S. Air Force official sent a stunning confession to his subordinates this week that warns of a looming war with China that he believes will manifest in the next couple years. General Mike Minihan —

Olivia Wilde & Jason Sudeikis Turning a New Leaf in 2023 … Hug It Out After Nasty Year 1/28/2023 2:00 PM PT Olivia Wilde and Jason Sudeikis seem to have waived their white flags following a drama-filled year in the wake of their split — because they’re out here looking very simpatico. The former couple

Tyre Nichols MPD Shuts Down SCORPION Unit … Involved in Brutal Death 1/28/2023 2:44 PM PT The special task force to which all 5 officers involved in Tyre Nichols’ death belonged is being dismantled for good … an about-face after the top dog said she wouldn’t do it. The Memphis Police Department announced Saturday they

Other Hollywood celebs also weighed in after footage was released from the Memphis traffic stop showing the violent encounter. Justin Timberlake attends the Los Angeles Premiere FYC Event for Hulu’s “Candy” at El Capitan Theatre on May 09, 2022 in Los Angeles. Jerod Harris/GI Justin Timberlake, Questlove, Ciara, Viola Davis and Tyler Perry were among

Verlaine died peacefully and surrounded by friends in New York City. Television’s Tom Verlaine performs at the Phoenix Concert Theatre on May 6, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. Darren Eagles/Getty Images Tom Verlaine has died after a brief illness, a representative for the innovative guitarist and founding member of Television confirms to Billboard. He was 73.

“Women don’t cry anymore, women dance merengue!” the Colombian star wrote, referencing her hit song with Bizarrap. Shakira attends the screening of “Elvis” during the 75th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 25, 2022 in Cannes, France. LOIC VENANCE/AFP via GI Shakira is seemingly reacting to her ex-boyfriend Gerard Piqué’s newly

“I woke up and spoke up for myself … can you believe it ??? Honestly I couldn’t either … so with that said, please again know I’m doing the best I can,” Spears wrote on Twitter. Britney Spears arrives for the premiere of Sony Pictures’ “Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood” at the TCL Chinese

This year’s festival revolves around the theme “Adscendo” and takes place on July 21-23 and July 28-30. Courtesy of Tomorrowland The lineup for Tomorrowland 2023, set for two weekends in Belgium this summer, has been revealed — and it’s a big one. This year’s festival revolves around the theme “Adscendo,” takes place on July 21-23

Television Frontman Tom Verlaine Dead at 73 1/28/2023 3:29 PM PT Tom Verlaine — the frontman and lead guitarist for the band Television — has died. His former partner’s daughter, Jesse Smith, confirmed his death to the New York Times Saturday, saying he’d passed away in Manhattan after a brief illness. No other details were

Damar Hamlin Speaks on Camera for First Time … Since Emergency Incident 1/28/2023 4:42 PM PT Damar Hamlin is speaking to the public for the first time on camera since his life-threatening health scare on the field — and he has a lot to say … including a ton of thank-yous. The Bills safety posted

Priscilla Presley Challenges Lisa Marie’s Trust … Claims Amendment May Be Fraudulent 1/27/2023 9:51 AM PT Things have gotten almost immediately contentious in the wake of Lisa Marie Presley’s death. Turns out there’s apparent beef between Lisa’s mom and her oldest daughter. Priscilla Presley has filed legal docs, asking a judge to set aside an

Attorney Ben Crump Details ‘Heartbreaking’ Tyre Nichols Attack Ahead Of Body Cam Release 1/27/2023 9:53 AM PT this publication.com Attorney Ben Crump, representing Tyre Nichols’ family, is detailing the horrors of the brutal beatdown he saw in body cam footage from the incident … telling us what he expects will happen once it’s released to the

As Chris Stapleton has been announced as this year’s national anthem singer, we look back at previous Super Bowl national anthem performances from more of country music’s biggest artists. Chris Stapleton Becky Fluke* Eight-time Grammy winner Chris Stapleton will become the latest country artist to usher in the Super Bowl, with a performance at Super

Colorado Bear Poses Fur 400 Selfies!!! 1/27/2023 9:59 AM PT Move over Yogi, there’s a new bear influencer in the game — this furry fella in Colorado is striking hundreds of poses, turning a trail camera into its personal glam cam. The motion-detection cameras at Open Space and Mountain Parks system (OSMP) were placed in

These are Billboard’s top products across all categories from the latest Consumer Electronics Show. CES, the world’s largest annual consumer technology trade show opens its doors to visitors on January 5, 2023 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu Agency via GI All products and services featured are independently chosen

Here’s Doja Cat’s style evolution, from 2014 to present day. Doja Cat wears red off shoulder dress, red boots outside Schiaparelli during Paris Fashion Week – Haute Couture Spring Summer : Day One on Jan. 23, 2023 in Paris. Christian Vierig/GI Doja Cat — aside from being one of the biggest Billboard Hot 100 hitmakers

Vote for your favorite new Latin music release of the week in our poll. Rauw Alejandro Jora Frantzis This week, our First Stream Latin roundup — which is a compilation of the best new Latin songs, albums, and videos recommended by the Billboard Latin editors each week — is powered by new music from Christian

The pop star managed to out-do herself after setting the record the week before. Miley Cyrus on Dec. 31, 2022. Vijat Mohindra/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via GI Give her all the flowers…again! On Thursday (Jan. 26), Miley Cyrus‘ “Flowers” became the most streamed song in a week in Spotify history for the second week in a

Paul Pelosi Chilling 911 Call … After Intruder Smashed in Back Door 1/27/2023 10:16 AM PT Paul Pelosi’s attacker cased the family’s home before making a move inside, leading to a chilling 911 call from Paul where he subtly relayed to the operator he was in danger. We’ve obtained additional footage from outside the Pelosi

TMZSports.com It looks like Jamahal Hill’s going to get his wish — the newly crowned UFC champ tells this publication Sports he wants Jiri Prochazka next — and the 31-year-old fighter says Dana White’s on board! We spoke to Hill days after he thoroughly beat the legendary Glover Teixeira, during the main event at UFC 283

Juice WRLD’s Ex Ally Lotti Takes Plea Deal in Drug Case … Dodges Jail Time 1/26/2023 12:30 AM PT Juice WRLD’S ex-girlfriend, Ally Lotti won’t be spending any time behind bars if she stays out of trouble for 6 months … thanks to the plea deal she struck in her cocaine possession and shoplifting case.

Michael Peña Wishes Jeremy Renner a Speedy Recovery … Marvel Has a REAL Hero Now!!! 1/26/2023 12:40 AM PT this publication.com Michael Peña has nothing but well wishes for Jeremy Renner after his snowplow accident … saying he hopes he makes a full recovery, after saving lives on and off camera. We caught up with Michael

The state-of-the-art spectacle is produced by Meta and iHeartRadio. Meta and iHeartRadio have partnered to bring to life “J Balvin Futurum: A VR Concert Experience,” Billboard can exclusively announce Thursday (Jan. 26).  Created specifically for VR, the 180-degree concert experience will offer state-of-the-art visuals and performances such as a custom-built lighted stage, seven backup dancers

The duo will perform at the newly-redesigned event on Feb. 5. Rae Sremmurd attend the 2022 BET Awards at Microsoft Theater on June 26, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. FilmMagic The NFL announced today the musical lineup for its inaugural Pro Bowl Games, the multi-day programming slate that is replacing the traditional Pro Bowl exhibition

The singer-songwriter’s trek will feature his guitar work. John Mayer Frank W. Ockenfels III John Mayer is headed on the road — this time, with a twist. On Thursday (Jan. 26), the singer-songwriter announced an 19-date solo arena tour across North America in 2023 that will consist of him leaning heavily on his acoustic guitar

Kelsea Ballerini & Chase Stokes Hold My Hand … We’re Going Honky-Tonkin’!!! 1/26/2023 12:50 AM PT this publication.com Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes are hanging out in her home state … and we’ve got them looking cute and getting flirty on date night. The country music singer and “Outer Banks” star went out Tuesday night in

The singer excitedly captured the moment on TikTok. Lady Gaga attends the 28th Screen Actors Guild Awards at Barker Hangar on Feb. 27, 2022 in Santa Monica, Calif. Dimitrios Kambouris/GI for WarnerMedia Lady Gaga just got to dance, dance, dance with her hands, hands, hands above her head, head, head to one of her older

Pantera have been dropped from another European festival. After the organizers of Germany’s Rock am Ring and Rock im Park announced on Monday that the reunited thrash metal band will not be performing at this summer’s events, on Wednesday (Jan. 25), the organizers of Vienna, Austria’s Gasometer Festival also crossed the group off their roster.

Britney Spears ‘Annoyed’ by Fans Calling for Welfare Check After Instagram Disappears 1/26/2023 1:00 AM PT Britney Spears was anything but thrilled to have sheriff’s deputies knocking at her door close to midnight … all thanks to some fans who thought their favorite singer may be in danger. Sources connected to Spears tell us Brit

AEW Honoring Jay Briscoe After Death … Special Tribute Match 1/24/2023 12:32 PM PT AEW will honor Jay Briscoe with a tribute match this week … just days after the wrestling star tragically died in a car crash. AEW honcho Tony Khan announced the details of the match on Tuesday … explaining Jay’s brother and

Babyface I Have Super Bowl Jitters … But This Gig Bigger Than Butterflies!!! 1/24/2023 1:32 PM PT this publication.com Babyface will be belting out “America the Beautiful” at Super Bowl LVII next month … and the R&B legend tells us he never expected in a million years he’d be tapped for the honor. this publication Hip Hop

Shy Glizzy Denies Sky Bri Allegation … I’m Too Playa to Drug Anyone!!! 1/24/2023 2:19 PM PT Shy Glizzy is defending his name after OnlyFans star Sky Bri accused him of slipping her a pill while they were shooting his “White Girl” music video. The D.C. rapper addressed the allegation for the first time while

The official video comes four months after the single was released. Camilo & Camila Cabello Cristian Saumeth Español Camilo and Camila Cabello unveiled a music video for their first collaborative effort “Ambulancia” on Tuesday (Jan. 24).  Directed by Camilo’s wife and singer/actress Evaluna Montaner, the VHS-inspired clip finds Camilo and Camila riding on top of

The five dates will take place this June at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. James Taylor photographed at Kensington Garden Hotel in London on April 27, 2015.  Joby Sessions/Guitarist Magazine/Future via Getty Images You’ve got a friend coming to Sin City. James Taylor and His All Star Band announced Tuesday (Jan. 24)