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At 2025 Brits, Chappell Roan, Myles Smith & The Last Dinner Party Send Strong Messages in Their Acceptance Speeches

Using your moment on stage to actually say something important — what a concept! Chappell Roan wins international song of the year during the BRIT Awards at The O2 on March 1, 2025 in London, England. JMEnternational/Getty Images Chappell Roan seems to have started a trend with her pointed acceptance speech at the Grammys on Feb.

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Charli XCX Jokes ‘We’re in the Era of Free the Nipple’ in Stunning, Sheer Dress at 2025 BRIT Awards

The ‘Brat’ star, who revealed she’ll”probably do something completely different” on her next album, was the night’s top winner. Charli XCX poses on the red carpet upon arrival for the BRIT Awards in London on March 1, 2025. Henry Nicholls/AFP via Getty Images 2025 BRIT Awards winner Charli XCX was gorgeously draped in a Dilara

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BINI Talks ‘BINIverse’ EP, Loving LISA, Their World Tour & More | Music You Should Know | Billboard News

BINI released their new EP ‘BINIverse,’ and the girl group shares the inspiration behind it, what they’re looking forward to on tour, their love for LISA and more! What’s your favorite track off ‘BINIverse?’ Let us know in the comments! Tetris Kelly: So tell me about ‘BINIverse’ and how excited you guys were to release

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10 Months After Voting to Unionize, DistroKid Employees Say Management Needs to Return to the Bargaining Table

After the National Labor Relations Board was effectively rendered powerless by President Trump, the union is ramping up its public pressure campaign. DistroKid Courtesy ofDistroKid Employees of DistroKid are still working without a contract 10 months after they voted to unionize — and now their union is hoping to raise awareness of their plight after

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Yves Discusses Being Unrecognizable in LOONA, Caroline Polachek’s Influence at First U.S. Solo Tour

While the K-pop scene is an ever-evolving landscape whose definition has expanded beyond a specific genre of music, Yves wants her career to change preconceived notions that tend to separate K-pop idols from being considered complete artists. Explore Explore Billboard See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Back in November 2017 when

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Taemin Talks Long Road to First U.S. Tour, Control In His Career and Why He’s No Longer ‘A Frog in a Well’

At Taemin‘s concert at Kings Theatre in New York, the opening show for the K-pop star’s first U.S. tour as a soloist, the 31-year-old thrusts, lunges, and splays his body in an assortment of impromptu, interpretive positions that captivate the sold-out venue. A less experienced performer could have easily fumbled committing to such dauntless dancing.

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Myriam Hernández Triumphantly Returns to Viña del Mar After 23 Years: ‘I Dreamed of This Moment’

“I dreamed of this moment,” says the iconic singer on her first concert at the festival in 23 years. Myriam Hernndez at press conference in Via del Mar. Fernando Gutirrez Espaol Iconic Chilean songstress Myriam Hernández graced the stage on Monday (Feb. 24) at the Viña del Mar International Song Festival, marking her first performance

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John Legend Wins Over Olivia Kuper Harris After Jazz-Infused ‘Voice’ Audition

Taking on Doris Day’s timeless ballad “Dream a Little Dream of Me,” the Dallas-born singer draped the room in nostalgia. Olivia Kuper Harris performed in ‘The Voice: Blind Auditions’. The Voice/NBC Olivia Kuper Harris didn’t just step onto The Voice stage—she transported it to another era. Taking on Doris Day’s timeless ballad “Dream a Little

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Shakira’s Medellín Concert Postponed Due to Stage Safety Concerns

The roof of the stage installed at Estadio Atanasio Girardot endured damage, concert promoter Pramo Presenta said. Shakira performs onstage during the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 02, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Kevin Winter/Getty Images Espaol Shakira‘s concert in Medellín, Colombia, that was scheduled for Monday (Feb. 24) has been

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Experience Tyler, the Creator’s ‘Chromakopia: The World Tour’ in L.A. | All Access | Billboard News

Tyler, the Creator lit up L.A. with his ‘Chromakopia: The World Tour’ concert, and we’re taking you inside the Tyler-filled night. From fans sharing their favorite tracks to singing songs from his discography, keep watching to experience the fun! What’s your favorite track from Chromakopia? Let us know in the comments below! Tyler, the Creator:

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Dave Chappelle Accepts President’s Award at NAACP Image Awards: ‘We Got a Lot of Work to Do’

“Countless others have recognized him for his genius in comedy, but we’re honoring him for his fearless social commentary,” said NAACP president/CEO Derrick Johnson. Dave Chapelle during his “Saturday Night Live” monologue on Saturday, January 18, 2025. Will Heath/NBC via Getty Images “I won a lot of awards recently, but this one tonight is probably

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Keke Palmer, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar & More Win Big at 2025 NAACP Image Awards: Full List

Keke Palmer was named entertainer of the year at the 2025 NAACP Image Awards, which were held at Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, Calif. on Saturday (Feb. 22). The other nominees in the category were Cynthia Erivo, Kendrick Lamar, Kevin Hart and Shannon Sharpe. Palmer also won outstanding host in a reality/reality competition, game show or variety series or special

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‘Grosse Pointe Blank’ Director George Armitage Dead at 82

‘Grosse Pointe Blank’ Director George Armitage Dead at 82 Published February 21, 2025 6:13 PM PST George Armitage, famous for directing movies like “Grosse Pointe Blank” and “Miami Blues,” is dead … this publication has learned. The longtime Hollywood producer and director’s niece tells this publication … George died last Saturday surrounded by family, including his wife

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In Canada: Power Players Event Finds New Home, Indie Music Association Pulls Out of SXSW

Billboard Canada Power Players is returning in 2025, and it’s moving to Toronto’s NXNE. The authoritative ranking of the music business’s most powerful executives — an official extension of Billboard’s Power 100 list — expanded to Canada in 2024. The event brought a who’s-who of industry leaders to a packed celebration at Toronto’s tallest building

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Live Nation Shares Fall 2% After Record Earnings, YG Stock Jumps on BLACKPINK Tour Announcement

The 20-company Billboard Global Music Index dropped 2.9% despite bright spots like Cloud Music, which saw shares rise 20% following strong full-year earnings results. BLACKPINK performs at the Coachella Stage during the 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 22, 2023 in Indio, California. Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Coachella Strong earnings releases from

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Chantal Kreviazuk Changes Lyrics of ‘O Canada’ to Protest Trump’s Repeated ’51st State’ Comments: ‘I Believe in Democracy’

The slight switch came before Thursday’s (Feb. 20) 4 Nations Face-Off title game Canadian pop icon Chantal Kreviazuk sent a subtle, but unequivocal, message to Donald Trump on Thursday night (Feb. 20) with her tweak of the lyrics to the Canadian national anthem at the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game between the U.S. and Canada.

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Timbaland Joins ‘BE@RBRICK’ Apple TV+ Animated Series as Executive Music Producer: See Premiere Date

“I can’t wait for audiences to experience the magic we’ve created,” Timbaland tells Billboard Family. ‘BE@RBRICK’ on Apple TV+ Courtesy of Apple TV+ BE@RBRICK, a music-driven, CG-animated comedy series based on the collectible figures from Medicom Toy, is premiering globally on Apple TV+ on Friday, March 21. Timbaland, the Billboard chart-topping and Grammy Award-winning producer

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Drake & PartyNextDoor’s ‘$ome $exy $ongs 4 U’ Breaks Apple Music Record

The highly-anticipated joint album dropped on Valentine’s Day. PartyNextDoor and Drake attend Party Next Door Live at S.O.B.’s on Oct. 23, 2014, in New York City. Johnny Nunez/WireImage Drake and PartyNextDoor’s new album has already setting records on Apple Music following its Valentine’s Day release. After dropping on Friday (Feb. 14), the duo’s years-in-the-making project

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Kid Rock Calls Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show the ‘Epitome of DEI Blowing Up,’ Says He’s ‘Got to Respect It’

“This kid pretty much came out figuratively with both middle fingers in the air, doing what he does for the people who love what he does, unapologetically,” said Kid Rock. Kid Rock appears on ‘Real Time With Bill Maher’ on Feb. 14, 2025. Courtesy Photo Kid Rock showed some respect for Kendrick Lamar‘s Super Bowl

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‘Abracadabra’: Lady Gaga’s New Haus Labs Mascara Promises Longer Lashes in a Snap

Haus Labs says its haircare-inspired formula coats your lashes with bold color, flexible hold and buildable volume Haus Labs 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. Lady Gaga’s

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Former Eagles Guitarist Don Felder Is ‘Feeling Much Better’ After Onstage Medical Emergency

The rocker suffered from dehydration, according to his team. Don Felder performs at Pine Knob Music Theatre on August 23, 2024 in Clarkston, Michigan. Scott Legato/Getty Images Former Eagles guitarist, Don Felder, is recovering after he was abruptly rushed offstage after a medical emergency during a Rock Legends Cruise performance. In a video shared by

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Best Moments From the ‘SNL50’ Concert: Lady Gaga Sings ‘Dick in a Box,’ Nirvana Reunites & More

Skip to main content NBC’s celebration of its long-running sketch show brought back iconic musical guests and past cast members for an unforgettable night. Lady Gaga and Andy Samberg perform during SNL50 on Feb. 14, 2025. Theo Wargo/Peacock Far from comin’ to ya on a dusty road, NBC’s SNL50: The Homecoming Concert streamed live to

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Executive Turntable: Syracuse Grads Band Together, Plus the MSG Family Hires a People Person

This Valentine’s Day, show your love by sidling up to the latest Executive Turntable, Billboard’s weekly compendium of promotions, hirings, exits and firings — and all things in between — across the music business. There’s a full slate of personnel news this week, but first, peruse our second annual list of the most powerful people in

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Universal Music Group & Music Health Alliance Launch Mental Health Fund for Music Workers

The fund will expand upon the two entities’ four-year-old partnership that provides Music Health Alliance healthcare concierges to clients. Courtesy Photo Universal Music Group (UMG) and Nashville-based non-profit Music Health Alliance (MHA) are expanding their relationship to launch the Music Industry Mental Health Fund, which will provide comprehensive, high-quality outpatient mental health resources for music

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‘SNL’ At 50: The Show’s 50 Best Musical Shorts/ Original Songs, From ‘D–k in a Box’ to ‘More Cowbell’ and ‘King Tut’

You may not always be able to sing them at work in full voice, but over the past half century Saturday Night Live has given us some of the most hilarious, surprisingly tuneful (and often NSFW) musical shorts and original comedy tunes in TV history. From second season cast member Bill Murray’s smarmy Nick the

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TikTok Effect: New Report Says Artists See Double-Digit Lift in Streams After Viral Peaks

The platform released its second Music Impact Report to demonstrate its “added value to artists and the music industry.” In this photo illustration, a TikTok logo is displayed on an iPhone on February 28, 2023 in London, England. Dan Kitwood/Getty Images It’s well established that a song which becomes popular on TikTok often becomes popular

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Liam Payne’s Former Girlfriend Describes Singer’s Addiction, Pain in Years Before Death: ‘He Became Someone Unrecognizable’

Liam Payne openly struggled on-and-off with substance use and mental health issues during his years in One Direction and as a solo act. But in a new Rolling Stone investigative piece (paywalled), members of the late singer’s inner circle describe the chaotic days and hours before Payne’s death from a fall last October and the

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Travis Scott Reveals He Wants to Work With Taylor Swift & Sabrina Carpenter: ‘I Have Some Ill Ideas’

Last year, the rapper’s Days Before Rodeo competed against Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet on the Billboard 200. Travis Scott photographed Jan. 17, 2025 at Atlanta Daylight Studio in Atlanta. Gunner Stahl As proven by his expansive resume, Travis Scott is always open to collaboration. Whether he’s teaming up with The Weeknd or Beyonce, Scott’s imagination

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Sexyy Red On Working With Bruno Mars For “Fat, Juicy & Wet” | 2025 Fanatics Super Bowl Party

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Rob Gronkowski Is Excited to Hear Kendrick Lamar Perform “Not Like Us” | Fan Duel Super Bowl Party Powered by Spotify

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Brandon Marshall On Kendrick Lamar Halftime Show & How It’s A Huge Moment For Hip-Hop | Fan Duel Super Bowl Party Powered by Spotify

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Coi Leray Teases Her New EP & Shares Her Excitement For SZA At the Halftime Show | 2025 Fanatics Super Bowl Party

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Flavor Flav On What He’s Excited to See From Kendrick & SZA’s Halftime Show | Fan Duel Super Bowl Party Powered by Spotify

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Xavi & Manuel Turizo’s ‘En Privado’ & More: Which Is Your Favorite New Latin Music Release of the Week? Vote!

Check out this week’s new Latin music releases and vote for the one you think is best. Xavi & Manuel Turizo Igor Cardozo Espaol This week, Billboard’s New Music Latin roundup and playlist — curated by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors — features fresh new music from artists including collaborations by Xavi and Manuel Turizo, Calle 24 with Fuerza Regida, as well

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Fix the Tix Coalition Calls for TICKET Act Changes to Protect Consumers: ‘It Contains Gaps’

A letter authored by Fix the Tix chairman Stephen Parker implores Congress to strengthen the bill aimed at increasing price transparency, banning speculative ticket sales and more. ANDREY DENISYUK/Getty Images The Fix the Tix coalition is sounding the alarm about the TICKET Act currently making its way through the U.S. Senate, warning that the current

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In Canada: Kendrick’s ‘Tuxedo’ Was Hardly the Only Canadian Contribution to the 2025 Grammys

Canadians loomed large at Sunday’s Grammy Awards — even some who weren’t actually there in person — heading into it with many nominations for songwriting and producing. The Weeknd’s surprise performance, ending his Grammys boycott, was probably the most notable, though Kendrick Lamar’s multiple wins for “Not Like Us” — accepted in a Canadian tuxedo

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