CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso Bring ‘Free Spirits’ to Life at NYC Spotify Show & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music
From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week. CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso Usher in Wellness Session, Channel ‘Free Spirits’ in NYC It’s not every day you see a conga line break out at a […]
‘Amen’ Again: Shaboozey & Jelly Roll Earn a Rare Multi-Week No. 1 Collab
Shaboozey and Jelly Roll add a second week at No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart (dated April 4) with “Amen,” which earned 32.1 million audience impressions (down 2%) March 20-26, according to Luminate. Related Britney Spears Speaks Out for First Time Since DUI Arrest: ‘Thank You Guys for All Your Support’ ‘Good News’! Shaboozey […]
Live Nation Trial Week 3 Recap: Ticketmaster-OVG Secret Fees & Competition for Superstar Tours
The third week of Live Nation’s antitrust trial featured testimony from the new CEO of Oak View Group (OVG) about the company’s controversial client-steering arrangement with Ticketmaster, while Live Nation’s first defense witness said there are “lots of promoter options” for top touring acts. You’re reading Billboard’s weekly Live Nation trial recap, a weekly one-sheet […]
Ye Live in Los Angeles: Where to Shop Last-Minute SoFi Stadium Tickets Online
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. Ahead of the release of his latest album Bully, Ye (formerly Kanye West) announced a pair of upcoming shows in Los […]
UMG Blasts Drake Appeal in Lawsuit Over Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’: ‘That Is Not the Law’
Universal Music Group (UMG) is firing back at Drake’s appeal seeking to revive his lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us,” arguing the superstar is trying to “critically undermine” the art of hip-hop because he’s upset he lost a rap beef. Drake’s case accused UMG of defaming him by releasing Lamar’s Grammy-winning diss track, which […]
Jazz Musician Sued by Kennedy Center Over Canceled Show Asks Judge to Dismiss Lawsuit
Chuck Redd, the musician who canceled a Christmas Eve performance at the Kennedy Center in protest of President Donald Trump’s influence over the venue, is asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit the performing arts institution brought against him. In a motion filed in D.C. Superior Court on Friday, lawyers for Redd said the breach of contract suit should […]
Rebecca Black Talks New Music: Entering a ‘Heavier, Harder, Faster, Louder’ Era
–196 Vodka Seltzer transformed a New York City venue into a Tokyo-style convenience store pop-up with help from Rebecca Black, marking yet a buzzy moment for the rising star ahead of new music. Billboard attended the event, dubbed Konbini Backroom, on Thursday night, March 27, where we spoke with the pop star-turned-DJ about her partnership with the fruit-flavored vodka seltzer brand. “I am so […]
The Oscars to Move to Downtown’s L.A. Live in 2029
The Oscars is moving to Downtown Los Angeles. On Thursday (March 26), the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced a multi-year partnership with AEG that will see L.A. Live become the new home of the show starting with the 101st annual ceremony in 2029 and continuing through 2039. The ceremony will take place […]
Fuerza Regida Spills That Shakira Slid Into Their DMs to Collab, What Barriers They Think Mexicans Face to Hit No.1 & More | iHeartRadio Music Awards 2026
Fuerza Regida caught up with Billboard’s Tetris Kelly on the red carpet at the iHeartRadio Music Awards 2026.
JO1 Wants Taylor Swift to Join Their Group & How They’re Preparing For Their Performance At the Tokyo Dome | iHeartRadio Music Awards 2026
JO1 caught up with Billboard’s Tetris Kelly on the red carpet at the iHeartRadio Music Awards 2026.