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Steve Albini Shellac Frontman & Nirvana Engineer Dead at 61 Indie rocker Steve Albini, who was best known for being the front man for the rock bands Big Black and Shellac, has died. His employees at his Chicago-based studio, Electronic Audio, confirmed the sad news Wednesday … sharing that the musician’s cause of death was

“Gimmie A Light” will arrive four months after her last solo single “Think U The S— (Fart),” which is her highest-charting Hot 100 solo single to date. Ice Spice Coughs Ice Spice gave her beloved Munchkins a sneak peek of her upcoming single “Gimmie a Light” Wednesday (May 8) with a super smoky video clip.

In today’s episode of ‘How It Went Down,’ Craig David reveals what inspired him to create “7 Days,” the core theme of the song, how he was able to collaborate with Mark Hill to create something magical and more! David Craig:  Hi, I’m Craig David and this is How It Went Down with my song

Go full out with this mini karaoke set. It includes everything you need to your next party started from wireless mics to colorful LED lights. Karaoke Seahorse Vector/Getty Images All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer

Drake’s Toronto Home Visited by Alleged Attempted Trespasser … Stopped at Gate by Security Drake had another security scare at his Toronto home — only this one was stopped dead in its tracks before things could get ugly … and now, a man is in police custody. Sources with direct knowledge confirmed to this publication …

The dynamo collaboration also enters the top 10 on Latin Airplay, at No. 5. Grupo Frontera x Christian Nodal “Ya Pedo Quién Sabe” Courtesy Photo Grupo Frontera and Christian Nodal‘s first collaboration, “Ya Pedo Quien Sabe,” glides 3-1 on Billboard‘s Regional Mexican Airplay chart (dated May 11). The new joint champ marks the eighth No.

“It makes you lose faith in humanity, knowing that someone told these shooters where we were going to be,” the English producer said on social media after the ordeal in Rio de Janeiro. Hot Since 82 Mitch Payne In a video statement posted to Instagram over the weekend, longstanding English DJ Hot Since 82 shared

Tom Selleck Danced w/ Princess Di to Stop Rumors … Too Many Travolta Jigs!!! Tom Selleck once jumped to Princess Diana’s aid by taking her for a spin on a dance floor — and he says he did it to spare her from petty gossip about John Travolta and her. The actor tells this interesting

Johnny Depp’s French Flick Not ‘Pulled’ from Theaters … Just Had Limited Run Johnny Depp’s new movie has been accused of being a stinker in terms of getting asses in seats — and some have even claimed it’s getting yanked because of that … but it’s BS. Here’s the deal … there are social media

Take on some of Met Gala’s eye-catching fashion looks and turn it into your own for less. Nicki Minaj at the 2024 Met Gala: “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 6, 2024 in New York City. Gilbert Flores All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors.

Kim Kardashian Netflix Edited Out Her Getting Booed … At Tom Brady’s Roast Netflix Kim Kardashian getting booed at Tom Brady’s roast came and went in the live broadcast — and you’re not gonna find it again in the current version on the platform … it’s been edited. Indeed … the awkward moment from Sunday’s

Holland and Zendaya have been dating for at least three years. Tom Holland and Zendaya attend the Los Angeles premiere of Sony Pictures’ ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ on December 13, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. Emma McIntyre/GI Tom Holland continues to be the sweetest boyfriend. The actor took to Instagram on Tuesday (May 7) to

The short film features the “Gin & Juice (Another Shot from Dr. Dre)” remix. Country singer HARDY links up with Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg for his short film “Gin & Juice” and to promote his new song “Gin & Juice (Another Shot From Dr. Dre).” The short film features appearances from Snoop, Dre and

On the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are wondering if “Espresso,” “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” or “Million Dollar Baby” has the best chance at No. 1. Sabrina Carpenter “Espresso” Courtesy Photo There’s a lot of fresh blood in the top five of the Billboard Hot 100 this week, with Tommy Richman’s “Million Dollar

Amazon is making it easy to serve moms on Mother’s Day. Here’s how to order a Mother’s Day brunch online. Mother’s Day Brunch jenifoto/Getty Images All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable

50 Cent Sues Daphne Joy for Defamation … I Never Raped You!!! 3:52 PM PT — 50’s attorneys, Reena Jain and Blank Rome, tell this publication … “Despite being given ample opportunity to retract a false and malicious retaliatory accusation, Ms. Narvaez has shamefully chosen to interfere with her 11-year-old son’s relationship with his loving father

Tom Selleck I Might Lose My CA Ranch … W/ ‘Blue Bloods’ Ending Tom Selleck is apparently still very much a working actor — to the point that he says he’s worried about losing one of his properties now that his famous show is going off the air. He made the startling revelation on CBS

Richard Simmons Posts Audio Message … 1st Time Voice Been Heard in Years!!! Richard Simmons seems to be poking his head out from where he’s been hiding for about a decade now — ’cause he just let the world hear his voice anew … and he hasn’t changed. The legendary fitness instructor threw up an

Jump on the skort trend & level up your style in just minutes — while staying cool all summer long. Tennis player holding racket Getty Images All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain

Several tuxedo-clad men fluffed out Cardi’s larger-than-life gown on the green carpet. Cardi B attends The 2024 Met Gala Celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 06, 2024 in New York City. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images Cardi B shut down the green carpet of the 2024 Met Gala Monday evening

The star wore a dress designed by Paris-based label Weinsanto. Lizzo attends The 2024 Met Gala Celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 06, 2024 in New York City. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images Lizzo walked through the “Garden of Time” upon stepping onto the Met Gala red carpet on Monday

The rapper arrived at the Met Gala looking like a fairy queen. Nicki Minaj attends The 2024 Met Gala Celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 06, 2024 in New York City. Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue “New York, stand the f— up!” Nicki Minaj arrived at

“I knew it wasn’t going to blend in too much, and I don’t really like to blend in,” the Hot 100 chart-topper says on the red carpet. Doja Cat attends The 2024 Met Gala Celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 06, 2024 in New York City. Jamie McCarthy/Getty

2024 Met Gala All The Must-See Looks From Fashion’s Biggest Night!!! The biggest night in fashion is underway and the biggest names from around the world are ready to climb the iconic Metropolitan Museum Of Art stairs … and they all look wide awake! Vogue’s EIC Anna Wintour spared no expense to create an eye-popping

Kate Beckinsale Fires Back at Surgery Claims … Calls Accusers Bullies Kate Beckinsale’s fed up with trolls claiming she’s had work done … firing back in a lengthy Instagram caption and letting people know their bullying’s taken a toll. The actress took to the popular social media site early Sunday morning to address haters who

Nicolas Cage’s Son Weston Accused of Beating His Mom … Photos Show Awful Injuries Nicolas Cage’s son is on LAPD’s radar, as cops investigate allegations that he got violent with his mother … and, new photos capture the brutal alleged injuries. Law enforcement sources tell us Weston Cage has been named a suspect in a

Plus: PARTYNEXTDOOR debuts in the top 10. Taylor Swift Beth Garrabrant Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department holds steady at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 (dated May 11) in its second week, earning 439,000 equivalent album units in the U.S. in the week ending May 2 (down 83%), according to Luminate. It arrived atop

“I hope I see y’all there,” the country star said during one of his three headlining shows in Music City. Morgan Wallen Matt Paskert Morgan Wallen‘s Nashville bar will soon be open for business, according to the “Last Night” hitmaker. During his headlining set at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium on Saturday (May 4), the country music

The pop star appeared as host and musical guest on May 4. Dua Lipa appears as host and musical guest during “Saturday Night Live” on May 4, 2024. Courtesy Photo Dua Lipa was all about positivity during her Saturday Night Live monologue. The 28-year-old pop star — who pulled double duty as host and musical

Chance Perdomo ‘Gen V’ Character Won’t Be Recast … After Motorcycle Crash Chance Perdomo will forever be the only Andre Anderson for “Gen V” … producers announced Sunday they won’t cast another actor in the role after his untimely death. The team behind the popular “The Boys” spin-off announced the news on the show’s official

The concert at Copacabana Beach on May 4 attracted more than 1.6 million fans. Madonna performs during a free concert at Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on May 4, 2024. Pablo Porciuncula/AFP via Getty Images Español Madonna wrapped her Celebration Tour with a massive free concert in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The Queen

The pop star’s new album brought in 35% of the vote. Dua Lipa Tyrone Lebon Dua Lipa‘s Radical Optimism has topped this week’s new music poll that features artists in various genres of music. Music fans voted in a poll published Friday (May 3) on Billboard , choosing the pop star’s third studio album as

Travis Kelce Trading Horses for Horsepower … Attends Miami Grand Prix!!! Travis Kelce’s in his Industrial Revolution era … trading horseback riding for car racing — ’cause he just arrived at the 2024 Miami Grand Prix! Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media. Videos of the Kansas City Chiefs star are starting to

Darius Morris Ex-NBA Player Dead At 33 Former Los Angeles Lakers guard Darius Morris died this week, this publication Sports has confirmed. He was just 33 years old. “With great sadness we announce the passing of our dearly beloved son, Darius Aaron Morris,” the former NBA player’s family said in a statement to us on Saturday

“These guys are in shambles,” the 6 God wrote on social media. Drake attends the ‘Amsterdam’ World Premiere at Alice Tully Hall on Sept. 18, 2022 in New York City. Dia Dipasupil/GI Drake is making light of Kendrick Lamar‘s new claim that he has a secret daughter. In the early hours of Saturday morning (May

Usher Raising Lovers & Friends Fans’ Spirits … Show After Festival Cancelation this publication.com Usher said the show must go on … pulling up to perform a show in Vegas despite the Lovers & Friends festival’s last-minute cancelation — and raising fans’ spirits. Video obtained by this publication shows the popstar taking the stage at Jewel Nightclub

“Thank you…you know who you are,” the singer-songwriter wrote. Charlie Puth Kenneth Cappello Charlie Puth seems to be taking Taylor Swift‘s recent lyrical shout-out as a sign to release his new song. On Friday (May 3), the “See You Again” singer teased his upcoming single “Hero” just days after responding to Swift name-dropping him on

All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Fans across the galaxy are celebrating Star Wars Day on Saturday (May 4), the annual celebration of all things Star Wars

‘I wanted to make sure it captured my personal style and would be affordable to fans,’ Hayes says. Walker Hayes x JCPenney JCPenney All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for

The R&B icon was set to perform his “Celebration” album at the Las Vegas festival. Usher Bellamy Brewster Usher is sharing his frustration over the cancellation of the Lovers & Friends Festival 2024 in Las Vegas. Shortly after organizers announced on Friday night (May 3) that the one-day music festival was called off due to

Amy Schumer Boob Out For Jimmy Buffett … Dropped Top at Memorial Amy Schumer knows how to perk up a room … playing a prank at Jimmy Buffett’s memorial to ease the melancholy in the room — all by pulling her top down! The actress/comedian was honored at the Variety Power of Women event in

Rachel Zegler Rings in 23rd Birthday Ominously The ‘Hardest Year of My Life’ Rachel Zegler just hit the big 2-3 this week — and while she’s looking forward to a new year of life, she notes age 22 was brutal for her … and a big reason seems to be ‘Snow White.’ The actress posted

Darvin Ham Fired After 2 Seasons W/ Lakers Darvin Ham is out of the job — the Los Angeles Lakers just fired their head coach after two seasons on Friday … days after the Purple and Gold were booted from the playoffs in the first round. Rumors of a change on the bench started right

The star has been serving up looks since her Disney Channel days. Zendaya attends the 29th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at Fairmont Century Plaza on Feb. 26, 2023 in Los Angeles. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images Zendaya has been serving up game-changing looks since before she was even an adult, a fact that sometimes makes it

The 150th Kentucky Derby is coming up this weekend, and Wynonna Judd is set to sing the national anthem. Kentucky Derby Gregory Shamus/Getty Images All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for

Plus, Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” debuts. Ashley Cooke Robby Klein Ashley Cooke notches her first top 10 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart as “Your Place” rises from No. 11 to No. 9 on the list dated May 11. It advanced by 5% to 17.9 million audience impressions April 26-May 2, according to Luminate. The

Gypsy Rose Blanchard Ultimate L.A. Tourist Experience … this publication Tour, Beach, SUR!!! this publication.com Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s brief trip to Los Angeles this week ended up chock-full of memories — and it’s because she had the ultimate tourist experience … with some help from this publication! GRB hopped on the this publication Celebrity Tour Thursday … and, she

It’s Friday, May 3rd, and we have lots of new music to get through. Kendrick Lamar hits back at Drake again this week with a second diss track, “6:16 in LA.” The track comes out days after releasing “euphoria.” Dua Lipa released her new album ‘Radical Optimism,’ and she shares the meaning of it and

The hit, originally released in 2016, continues to live up to its name. Aptly given its title, Sia’s “Unstoppable” becomes the first song in nearly a quarter-century to spend 100 weeks on Billboard’s Adult Contemporary chart. The track hits triple-digits on the list dated May 11, where it holds at No. 4. It notched 12

Ole Miss Black Protester Called ‘Lizzo’ by White Guys … Receives Monkey Taunts X/@StaceyJSpiehler A Black pro-Palestine protester was called “Lizzo” by a group of white counter-protesters during a heated faceoff this week … and she received racist taunts likening her to a monkey. The ugly scene went down Thursday at the University of Mississippi

Britney Spears Paramedics, Police Called to Hotel … Guests Feared Mental Breakdown Britney Spears got into a huge fight with her boyfriend Wednesday night, and she ended up out of control, crying, possibly cut, and almost driven away in an ambulance … this publication has learned. Britney got to the Chateau Marmont late Wednesday night with

Beyoncé Added to French Dictionary … Check Out the Definition!!! Beyoncé is making French history — as her name is set to be added to the Larousse dictionary … and you gotta peep their definition for Queen Bey. According to UK’s The Times, the singer is 1 of 40 notable names — both French and

Anne Hathaway & Nicholas Galitzine star in the romantic dramedy premiering Thursday (May 2) on Prime Video. Anne Hathaway as ‘Solène’ and Nicholas Galitzine as ‘Hayes Campbell’ star in ‘THE IDEA OF YOU.’ Courtesy of Prime All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through

“Who wants Grasa!” the artist shouted as she served pizza in Manhattan, in celebration of the announcement of her May 24 LP. After a four-year hiatus, Nathy Peluso will return with her third studio album Grasa on May 24, she announced Thursday (May 2). To mark the occasion, the Argentine-Spanish rapper and singer made a

The bachata group launched its trek in Sacramento, Calif., on May 1. Bachata group Aventura has kicked off its Cerrando Ciclos tour, and the band — led by frontman Romeo Santos — is singing all the fan favorites. The first show took place in Sacramento, Calif., on May 1 with a sold-out show at the

‘The Fall Guy’ Ryan Gosling Movie Blasted By Fans … Depp/Heard DV Not Funny!!! Ryan Gosling’s new action flick is stirring up controversy … ’cause fans are pissed about a throwaway line in the final film — and, it’s all about Johnny Depp and Amber Heard. “The Fall Guy” — which is out Friday, but

It’s Thursday, May 2nd, and Nicki Minaj brings out Cyndi Lauper & Kai Cenat at her concert, Selena Gomez turns off her Instagram comments and Britney Spears settles divorce. We sat down with Billboard cover star T-Pain and went down memory lane to find out the stories behind some of his biggest hits including: “Buy

Britney Spears is speaking out on Instagram after she was photographed exiting the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles barefoot around the same time an ambulance was dispatched to the hotel. Tetris Kelly Britney Spears has responded to reports of allegedly being escorted out of a LA hotel with paramedics after a fight with her boyfriend.

Mo’Nique Reignites Oprah & Tyler Perry Feuds … ‘Coon Motherf*****s’!!! X / @ArtOfDialogue_ Mo’Nique is once again slamming Oprah and Tyler Perry — reigniting her years-long feud with them … and using some racially-charged language that questions their Blackness. The comedian hit the stage during Katt Williams’ latest stop — remember, she’s currently touring with

Tyra Banks I Had My First Boozy Beverage Ever … To Ring In Age 50, No Less!!! Tyra Banks apparently just had her first alcoholic beverage as an adult — and she downed it to ring in the big 5-0 … but it sounds like she ain’t gonna indulge again anytime soon. The supermodel says

Conner Smith earned his first top 20 single when his swampy speedster, “Creek Will Rise,” worked its way to No. 12 on Country Airplay. Its torrid pace and pickup truck motif likely made more than a few listeners think of Garth Brooks’ “Ain’t Goin’ Down (Til the Sun Comes Up).” Explore See latest videos, charts and news

Tiger Woods My Daughter’s Not Into Golf … Sport ‘Took Daddy Away From Her’ NBC Don’t expect Tiger Woods’ daughter to be twirling a club on a fairway anytime soon … the golfing legend just revealed his 16-year-old offspring isn’t the world’s biggest fan of the sport — because it “took Daddy away from her.”

The DJ shared a clip of the track alongside a video of waves crashing on the sand. Calvin Harris performs during Radio 1’s Big Weekend on the Main Stage at War Memorial Park on May 28, 2022 in Coventry, England. Joseph Okpako/WireImage It looks like Calvin Harris is getting ready to drop a potential song

It’s Wednesday, May 1st, and Drake possibly responded to Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “euphoria.” Drake joined Nicki Minaj during the Toronto stop of her tour, and although he didn’t respond to the diss track on the stage, he may have made a reference to it on his Instagram Story with a monologue from Julia Stiles’

Kahan’s blue-colored pressing of I Was/I Am was the top-selling RSD 2024 album, while Kahan and Olivia Rodrigo teamed up for the top single. Noah Kahan and Olivia Rodrigo perform onstage during the Olivia Rodrigo Sold-Out GUTS World Tour at Madison Square Garden on April 5, 2024 in New York City. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images Vinyl

The song follows his September 2023 single, “Just Love.” Joshua Bassett Luke Rogers* Joshua Bassett is in a nostalgic mood. The 23-year-old star took to Instagram on Wednesday (May 1) to share a snippet of his upcoming single, “Golden Years.” In the clip, he’s standing on the beach near the Santa Monica Pier in Los

Harvey Weinstein Set to Be Retried Criminally in NYC … After Tossed Conviction 12:29 PM PT — Harvey Weinstein’s attorney, Juda Engelmayer, tells this publication … their legal team is curious to see if prosecutors can whip up the right witnesses to do this again. He says he believes one of the original complainants perjured herself

Chris Brown No Names, But This Rapper Killed Club’s Vibe!!! Fans Think It’s Ye Chris Brown’s sharing a hilarious story about the time a “rapper” ruined the vibe at the club … but fans are picking up all clues that the guy he’s talking about is Kanye West!!! CB was the 100th guest on Tank

Justin Timberlake Defies Gravity on Floating Tour Stage How’s He Not Falling Off?!? X/@austin_r_ogers/@Hoda_one Justin Timberlake kicked off his new tour this week — and his stage is already the talk of the town … ’cause it defies the laws of physics Newton worked so hard to confirm! JT debuted an awesome set design Monday

“Slightly higher churn” from the impact of auto sales in the first quarter overshadowed the company’s revenue, which beat analysts’ expectations. SiriusXM CEO Jennifer Witz speaks on stage as SiriusXM and The Smithsonian’s National Museum Of African American History And Culture officially unveil The SiriusXM Neighborhood Record Store at NMAAHC and a live recording Of

It’s Tuesday, April 30th, and we have lots to go through with your favorites. Kendrick Lamar just dropped his new diss track aimed at Drake, titled “euphoria.” Katy Perry is seen rocking a new ‘do for ‘American Idol,’ Dua Lipa shares new blonde hairdo and Blue Ivy Carter is making her film debut alongside Beyoncé

“Días Buenos, Días Malos” also hits the top 10 on the Latin Airplay chart. “We always say, ‘This is our second family,’” says Gaxiola (left), “but really, we spend so much time together, it’s like our first family.” Adds Ramos (second from left), “Like a shotgun marriage!” Courtesy of UMLE/Disa Calibre 50 continues its domination on