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Rihanna Performs First Full Concert in Almost 8 Years at Private Wedding Party in India: ‘The Show Was the Best’

Rihanna sang at a lavish pre-wedding event in a multi-day celebration for soon-to-be newlyweds Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. Rihanna attends the Christian Dior Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2024 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on Jan. 22, 2024 in Paris. Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images Rihanna made her return to the stage

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UMG Stock Rises on Record Earnings & Layoffs, Sphere Makes Big Gains Following CEO Share Trades

The Billboard Global Music Index rose 1.9% to a new high of 1,715.81, bringing its year-to-date gain to 11.8%. Universal Music Group corporate offices on Dec. 22, 2020 in Santa Monica, Calif. AaronP/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images Universal Music Group (UMG) shares rose 4.9% on Thursday (Feb. 29), the day after its fourth-quarter earnings revealed record revenue of

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TWICE Open Up on ‘With YOU-th’ Album Themes of Growing Up & Beyond K-Pop

It takes around 30 minutes, but eventually, TWICE relaxes enough in their New York City hotel room to chitchat and laugh out loud among their nine-member huddle — a stark difference from the professionally guarded and admittedly “nervous” girl group that Billboard spoke with at their first U.S. appearance in 2016. Explore Explore Twice See latest videos, charts and

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Live Nation Can’t Dismiss Shareholder Lawsuit Over ‘False and Misleading’ Earnings Reports, Judge Rules

Shareholders are suing the concert giant over drops in the company’s share price they say resulted from its lack of transparency. Live Nation Ringo Chiu A U.S. District Court judge is allowing a shareholder lawsuit against Live Nation to move forward, denying the concert promotion giant’s motion to dismiss it in a decision handed down Friday

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Taylor Swift’s ‘The Era Tour’ Prizes Up For Grabs With Marriott Bonvoy ‘Sweepstakes’

Marriott Bonvoy is offering chances to win several prizes, which include tickets to the show and concert packages on both sides of the Atlantic. Taylor Swift performs at Accor Stadium on Feb. 23, 2024 in Sydney, Australia. Don Arnold/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management Forget Willy Wonka’s Golden Ticket: Marriott Bonvoy is giving loyalty members

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Taylor Swift’s Father Scott Accused of Assaulting a Photographer in Sydney, Her Rep Responds

“Two individuals were aggressively pushing their way towards Taylor, grabbing at her security personnel,” a rep for Swift says. ARLINGTON, TX – APRIL 19: Scott Kingsley Swift (L) and his daughter, honoree Taylor Swift, attend the 50th Academy of Country Music Awards at AT&T Stadium on April 19, 2015 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ethan

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Emily Blunt Good Genes Or Good Docs?! 2/25/2024 12:20 AM PT Emily Blunt’s looks over the years are bluntly beautiful! Here is a 23-year-old version of the brunette beauty at the Hollywood Life’s Breakthrough of the Year Awards where she won the “Star Of The Year” award for her iconic role in “Devil Wears Prada”

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Matisyahu Says Jewish People Will ‘F***ing Win’ Israel-Hamas Conflict

Matisyahu Jewish People Will ‘F***ing Win’ Conflict … Performs on H’wood Street 2/25/2024 12:30 AM PT this publication.com Matisyahu’s fed up with the lack of concern for the hostages in Gaza … going on an expletive-filled tirade against perceived antisemitic behavior. We caught up with the singer-songwriter Tuesday when he decided to busk on the street

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21 Savage Performs ‘American Dream’ Songs With Summer Walker & Brent Faiyaz on ‘SNL’: Watch

The rapper delivered “Redrum” and a mashup of “Should’ve Wore a Bonnet” and “Prove It.” “Saturday Night Live” musical guest 21 Savage, accompanied by Summer Walker, performs “Should’ve Worn A Bonnet”/”Prove It” on February 24, 2024. Will Heath/NBC 21 Savage made his musical guest debut on Saturday Night Live, performing tracks from his latest album.

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WWE’s Grayson Waller Says Elimination Chamber’s Bigger Than Taylor Swift Concert

WWE’s Grayson Waller Forget Taylor’s Tour … Elimination Chamber’s Bigger Draw Down Under!!! 2/24/2024 12:30 AM PT TMZSports.com WWE superstar Grayson Waller says the biggest must-see event in Australia this weekend ain’t the Taylor Swift concert in Sydney … it’s something going down 2,400 miles away — the Elimination Chamber!! this publication Sports spoke with the

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Mau y Ricky on Upcoming Album ‘Hotel Caracas,’ Going Back to Venezuela, ‘Los Montaner’ Season 2 & More | Billboard News

Venezuelan brothers Mau y Ricky talk about their new album ‘Hotel Caracas,’ working with a non-Latin producer like Malay and how that was different from making their previous records, how their Venezuelan heritage inspired their new project, their experience going back to Venezuela after many years, tease what fans can expect from the second season

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Songwriters & Publishers Due Nearly $400M After Final Streaming Royalty Rate Determination

The Mechanical Licensing Collective expects another $10 to $15 million to be added to the total once additional reports come in from DSPs. Maarten Wouters/GI Songwriters and publishers are due nearly $400 million in additional payouts following the Copyright Royalty Board‘s Phonorecord III final determination in August, according to information the Mechanical Licensing Collective (the

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From Crowd Screams to Moments of Gratitude, Here Are 5 Best Moments From Olivia Rodrigo’s Guts Tour Kickoff

Here are the top moments from the 21-year-old star’s opening night of her Guts world tour. Olivia Rodrigo Nick Walker The ultimate all-American b—- kicked off the North American tour of her long-awaited Guts world tour on Friday (Feb. 23), as Olivia Rodrigo took the stage at Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, Calif. Explore See latest

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TMZ TV Recap: Wendy Williams Diagnosis, Taylor & Travis, Adrian Peterson

this publication TV Recap Wendy Williams’ Tragic Diagnosis Taylor, & The Zoo, Adrian Peterson 2/23/2024 12:10 AM PT We’re finally at the finish line in the week at this publication — but our TV topics are only ramping up. BANNER this publication Live this publication.com Starting on ‘this publication Live,’ Harvey and Michael talked about a tough subject in the

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Taylor Swift Announces ‘The Albatross’ Edition of ‘Tortured Poets,’ Duets With Sabrina Carpenter at Eras Concert

The star’s upcoming album now has three versions for fans to choose from. Taylor Swift performs with Sabrina Carpenter at Accor Stadium on Feb. 23, 2024 in Sydney, Australia. Don Arnold/TAS24/Getty Images The surprises just kept coming at Taylor Swift‘s Eras Tour show in Australia Friday (Feb. 23). During the pop star’s first night at

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Lil Jon Says This Was the ‘Hardest Part’ of Putting Together Usher’s 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show

The “Get Low” rapper described the importance of the hit “Yeah!” in his and Ush’s careers on Thursday’s (Feb. 22) “Jennifer Hudson Show.” Lil Jon on ‘The Jennifer Hudson Show.’ Courtesy Photo Lil Jon is known for his exuberant nature, but the “Turn Down For What” rapper was uncharacteristically quiet when he sat down on

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TMZ TV Recap: Tom Brady Calls BS on Gisele, Kelly Rowland, Marshawn Lynch

this publication TV Recap Brady Calls BS on Gisele’s New Love Kelly Rowland ‘Today,’ Marshawn Lynch 2/22/2024 12:10 AM PT We’re almost at the finish line in the week, but this publication’s just getting started on our TV shows! this publication Live this publication.com Let’s start at ‘this publication Live,’ where Harvey and Courtney discussed news of Gisele Bundchen and

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Snoop Dogg Pays Tribute to Late Half-Brother Bing Worthington: ‘Keep Mama Company Til We Get There’

The rapper shared an image from Worthington’s funeral on Tuesday. Snoop Dogg attends the World Premiere of Prime Video’s “The Underdoggs” at Culver Theater on Jan. 23, 2024 in Culver City, Calif. Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic Snoop Dogg paid tribute to his beloved half-brother, Bing Worthington, on Tuesday in an Instagram post featuring an image from the 44-year-old’s

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Garth Brooks Invites Travis Kelce to Sing ‘Friends in Low Places’ at Brooks’ Honky Tonk and Bar Opening

The move comes after the Kansas City Chiefs’ star drunkenly sang the tune at the Super Bowl champs’ victory parade. Garth Brooks performs onstage for Loretta Lynn: An All-Star Birthday Celebration Concert at Bridgestone Arena on April 1, 2019 in Nashville. John Shearer/Getty Images for Essential Broadcast Media, LLC Travis Kelce truly has at least

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Black History Month Spotlight: President, Founder and CEO of Femme It Forward Heather Lowery | Billboard News

For Black History Month, Billboard is celebrating by highlighting some of the greatest Black executives in music, and today we’re celebrating, President, Founder and CEO of Femme It Forward Heather Lowery. Heather Lowery I’m Heather Lowery, the president, founder and CEO of Femme It Forward. Heather Lowery Femme It Forward is a female led entertainment

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Bethenny Frankel Blasts Kelly Rowland For ‘Diva Expectations’ On ‘Today’ Show

Bethenny Frankel ‘Today’ Cohost Role is Honor … Blasts Kelly Rowland For ‘Diva Expectations’ 2/17/2024 3:39 PM PT Bethenny Frankel’s defending “Today” … blasting Kelly Rowland for reportedly bailing on cohosting the show because her dressing room wasn’t up to par. Here’s the deal … Rowland was supposed to cohost the popular NBC morning show

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Taylor Swift Debuts ‘Getaway Car,’ ‘August’ & ‘The Other Side of the Door’ Mashup Live in Melbourne: Watch

Fans got a surprise three-song mashup on guitar during the acoustic set on Swift’s Eras Tour on Feb. 17. Taylor Swift performs at Melbourne Cricket Ground on Feb. 16, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. Graham Denholm/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management Welcome to the acoustic section: Taylor Swift crossed eras to play an unexpected mashup of

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Black History Month Spotlight: Super Producer & Music Executive Quincy Jones | Billboard News

For Black History Month, Billboard is celebrating by highlighting some of the greatest Black executives in music, and today we’re celebrating, Quincy Jones. Quincy Jones To get to work with almost every major influencer in America, you know from Louis Armstrong to Billy Eckstine, Ella, Sarah, Ray Charles, Aretha, Paul Simon, everybody. Tetris Kelly For

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Prince Royce Overcomes Shyness for Ultra-Personal Album ‘Llamada Perdida’: ‘I Tried Not to Overthink’

The bachata star released the new set on Friday (Feb. 16) Español A lot has happened in Prince Royce’s life since his last studio album, Alter Ego (2020). Along with having his promotion and touring plans derailed thanks to the pandemic, the bachata star went through a divorce in 2022, following a 12-year relationship. Now, Royce presents what is

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Ariana Grande & Mariah Carey’s “Yes And ?” Remix, Met Gala Chairs Revealed & More | Billboard News

Ariana Grande remixes her Hot 100 No. 1 hit “Yes And ?” with her idol and iconic diva Mariah Carey, Dua Lipa is officially in “Training Season” with her latest drop, Bad Bunny, Jennifer Lopez, Zendaya and Chris Hemsworth will co-chair the 2024 Met Gala, Gunna drops his latest single “Bittersweet,” Billboard reporter Rania Aniftos

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Usher Adds Dates to Past Present Future Tour: Where to Get Tickets & How Much They Cost

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. After conquering Las Vegas, Usher is officially taking his show on the road, and fans can’t wait to see him live.

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Prince Royce Talks New Album ‘Llamada Perdida,’ Being Vulnerable About Heartbreak & More | Billboard News

Prince Royce talks in depth about his new album Llamada Perdida with Sigal Ratner-Arias, deputy editor of Billboard Español. He explains why he wanted to name his new album Llamada Perdida, being vulnerable and open about his heartbreak while making it, what his favorite songs are, what he learned about himself while making Llamada Perdida

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Nordstrom Winter Sale: Here Are the Top 10 Fashion Deals to Shop Ahead of Presidents’ Day

Save up to 50% off clothes, shoes, accessories, skincare, makeup and more from top brands like Free People, Steve Madden, Off White, Alo Yoga, Topshop, SKIMS, UGG, AllSaints and Nike. Nordstrom Smith Collection/Gado/GI All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail

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‘Jeopardy!’ Contestant Guesses Beyoncé in Category Based on Billboard’s ’50 Greatest Rappers’ List

“Different queen,” host Ken Jennings quips when the answer is Queen Latifah, not Queen Bey. Ken Jennings on ‘Jeopardy!’ set Christopher Willard/ABC via Getty Images There is an argument to be made that Beyoncé is, in fact, a rapper — look no further than Megan Thee Stallion’s Grammy-winning “Savage” remix for evidence — but she

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Australia’s 2024 Groovin the Moo Festival Tour Is Canceled

“Ticket sales have not been sufficient to deliver a regional festival of this kind,” reads a statement from organizers. Australia Rawpixel/Getty Images Australia’s Groovin the Moo, one of the country’s most popular touring festivals, has canceled this year’s edition due to poor ticket sales. Just weeks after announcing a bill that featured Alison Wonderland, DMA’S

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From Bobbleheads to Friendship Bracelets: Here’s a List of Gear to Celebrate the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl Win

Check out our list of sports merch and apparel for Kansas City Chiefs fans to sport before, during and after the 2024 Super Bowl parade. Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates with Taylor Swift after defeating the San Francisco 49ers 25-22 in overtime during Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium on Feb.

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The MLC Sues Pandora to Recover Unpaid Royalties, Late Fees

This is the first time the mechanical licensing organization has filed a lawsuit against a streaming service. The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC) has sued Pandora for allegedly failing to adequately pay and report its monthly royalties, including in its accounting for its ad-supported tier “Pandora Free” (also known as “radio” or “free Pandora”). Explore

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Donna Summer Estate Says Kanye West Used ‘I Feel Love’ Without Permission on ‘Vultures 1’ Track

“Copyright infringement!!!” said a statement posted on Saturday (Feb. 10) by Summer’s estate. Donna Summer posed for a portrait in London on April 29, 1976. Michael Putland/Getty Images Kanye West‘s Vultures 1 uses an unauthorized interpolation of Donna Summer‘s 1977 hit “I Feel Love,” the late Summer’s estate claims. The alleged copyright infringement is found

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Drake’s Got His Money on a Chiefs Super Bowl Win: ‘Can’t Bet Against the Swifties’

The rapper seemingly placed a cryptocurrency bet of $1.1 million in favor of the Kansas City Chiefs. Drake and Taylor Swift Courtesy OVO/Republic Records; Marcelo Endelli/TAS23/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management Drake‘s on Taylor Swift‘s team for the 2024 Super Bowl. He appears to have bet more than a million in cryptocurrency that the Kansas

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Arthur Hanlon Talks About ‘Legados’ Series, What Fans Can Expect From Upcoming Shows & More | Billboard News

Acclaimed pianist Arthur Hanlon talks about the newest editions to his ‘Legados’ series, what inspired him to start playing Latin music, working with other artists like Fonseca and Orishas, other artists he wants to work with, what fans can expect from his upcoming ‘Piano Magic’ tour and more! Arthur Hanlon I kinda feel like, you

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Judge Mathis Says ‘Club Shay Shay’ Feuds Embarrassing To Black Community

Judge Mathis on ‘Club Shay Shay’ Black Entertainment Beef’s Embarrassing … H’wood Laughingstock!!! 2/9/2024 1:45 PM PT Instagram /@judgegregmathis Katt Williams and Mo’Nique’s sharing their “truth” on “Club Shay Shay” was the worst possible move for the Black community … at least in Judge Mathis’ eyes. The man has been paid to have an honest

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Top Music Lawyers Power Players’ Choice Award: Vote for the Most Impactful Attorney (Nominees)

The peer-voted award allows the music business to participate in Billboard’s Top Music Lawyers ranking of the industry’s most influential executives. a For the first time, Billboard is expanding its peer-voted Power Players’ Choice Award to cover music’s top lawyers, asking industry members from all sectors to honor the attorney they believe had the most

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Mesita, Nicki Nicole, Emilia & Tiago PZK Add Fourth Week Atop Billboard Argentina Hot 100 With ‘Una Foto’

Plus, the Greatest Gainer goes to Twenty Six and Tayson Kryss’ “Buscando Money” with a 38-position surge. MESITA, NICKI NICOLE, EMILIA, TIAGO PZK “UNA FOTO REMIX” Courtesy Photo Mesita, Nicki Nicole, Emilia and Tiago PZK‘s “Una Foto” adds a fourth week at No. 1 on the Billboard Argentina Hot 100 chart as the team-up rules

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Arianne Zucker Sues ‘Days Of Our Lives’ Producers, Claims Sexual Harassment

4:32 PM PT — Albert Alarr’s attorney, Robert M. Barta tells this publication … “As Albert said when Ms. Zucker first leveled these outrageous claims through the press last year, her baseless allegations were examined in a detailed and entirely independent investigation that lasted for two months. Dozens of individuals cooperated and every claim was thoroughly

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