Katy Perry Condemns Trump Administration’s Use of ‘Firework’ in Military Strikes Video
Katy Perry is speaking out after the White House used her hit song “Firework” without her permission. The 41-year-old pop star took to social media on Saturday (July 25) to condemn the Trump administration for featuring the 2010 anthem in a White House TikTok post showing footage of military strikes. Earlier this week, the White […]
Natanael Cano Offers 1 Million Pesos to Loyal Fan & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music
From career milestones to new 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. Natanael Cano is Launching a Real-Life Treasure Hunt in Mexico City Tied to His Next Album Rollout Natanael Cano is putting fan loyalty to the test — […]
Sydney’s Former Qudos Bank Arena Officially Reopens as Afterpay Arena
Afterpay Arena — the Sydney venue formerly known as Qudos Bank Arena — officially opened on Thursday (July 23), marking the completion of a physical overhaul and the formal launch of the five-year naming rights partnership first announced in May. The launch ceremony, held in the arena bowl, was attended by Afterpay co-founder Anthony Eisen, […]
Watch Charli xcx’s Full Theatrical Film That Accompanies Her New ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ Album
Charli xcx continued to blend the worlds of cinema and music with the release of a short film to accompany her Music, Fashion, Film album on Friday (July 24). Shot entirely in black-and-white to maintain the album’s aesthetic, Charli begins the clip with what feels like more of a journal entry than an introduction, explaining […]
Luísa Sonza Makes Her Tomorrowland Belgium Debut, Joining Kris Kross Amsterdam for ‘My Oh My’
Luísa Sonza made her debut on the Tomorrowland Belgium stage Friday (July 24), joining the set of Dutch duo Kris Kross Amsterdam to perform — live for the first time — their track “My Oh My,” released in partnership with French singer and producer Willy William. The appearance took place on The Great Library stage, […]
Watch Niall Horan Surprise ‘Off Campus’ Star Ella Bright by Turning Her Cover Song Into a Duet
Ella Bright just became Niall Horan‘s latest collaborator without even realizing it. In an adorable video posted by Island Records, the Off Campus star reacts to the Irish singer/songwriter surprising her with a new version of her “Baby Now That I Found You” cover that features his added vocals. Related Why Songs On Shows Like […]
Cypress Hill Embrace Latin Roots on First All-Spanish Album ‘Dios Bendiga’: ‘It’s a Prayer for the Culture’
Some groups left an indelible mark on hip-hop history, and Cypress Hill is without a doubt one of them. Since the early ’90s, B-Real, Sen Dog, DJ Muggs and later Eric Bobo became key figures in a scene that captured the harsh social reality of California and Los Angeles, blending innovative sounds with a Latino identity […]
In Canada: The Inside Story Behind Angine de Poitrine’s Unprecedented Global Breakthrough
Angine de Poitrine are on the cover of Billboard Canada, with a cover story that gives an inside look behind their rise. Since the beginning of 2026, there’s arguably been no hotter band in the world. They’ve earned millions upon millions of streams, praise from idols from Jack White to Shania Twain (more on that later), […]
Nivea Reveals Leukemia Diagnosis: ‘Very Grateful for Life’
Nivea revealed an unfortunate health update during a recent drive around Atlanta with CadillacChroniclesTV. After she performed a couple of her classic hits plus a new track from an upcoming project, host Mr. Brian Freeman asked the R&B singer what she was thankful for and that when she broke the news that she’s been battling […]
PRS For Music Names Ben McOwen Wilson as Incoming CEO
PRS For Music has named Ben McOwen Wilson as the nonprofit collection society’s new CEO on Friday (July 24). McOwen Wilson replaces Andrea Czapary Martin, who announced her departure from the role in March after seven years. McOwen Wilson will assume the title on Oct. 12. Related Blur Drummer Dave Rowntree’s Proposed Class Action Against […]