Gracie Abrams Calls Ariana Grande an ‘Unmatched Voice & Presence,’ Praises Her ‘Intimate’ Connection With Fans
Grace Abrams is definitely an Arianator. In a clip from her recent interview with BBC Radio 1 posted Wednesday (July 22), the singer/songwriter praised Ariana Grande up and down for her artistry and devotion to fans. Calling the pop powerhouse an “unmatched voice and presence,” Abrams said, “I do think her connection with her fanbase […]
Tate McRae Stars in Adidas’ New Originals Sport Collection Inspired by the Superstar Tracksuit
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. Fresh off its World Cup spotlight, Adidas is expanding its Originals line with the debut of Originals Sport, a new womenswear […]
Tseyin Foo Appointed President, Global Supply Chain at Universal Music Group
Tesyin Foo has been appointed president, global supply chain at Universal Music Group, the company announced Thursday (July 23). Foo previously served as head of global supply chain planning and strategy at Skechers. Foo will report to UMG’s chief operating officer, Boyd Muir, out of the company’s Los Angeles office. Within her new role, she […]
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Expand Funko Collab With Saja Boys Blind Box and Worldwide Chase
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 of HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys can get ready for a “Takedown” by collecting all their favorite characters in Funko […]
Olivia Dean & Lola Young Boost British Recorded Exports to New Record High
The international breakthroughs of British artists including Olivia Dean, Lola Young and PinkPantheress helped push U.K. recorded music exports past £800 million for the first time in 2025, according to new figures from the British Phonographic Institute (BPI). British recorded music exports totaled £800.3 million ($1.7 billion) in 2025, marking a new high since the […]
Tony Thorpe, Guitarist & Songwriter for Glam Rockers The Rubettes, Dies at 80
Tony Thorpe, the guitarist and vocalist who assisted in the propulsion of the English glam-rock group the Rubettes to international success in the 1970s, has died at the age of 80. Related Sharon Osbourne Ruminates On Ozzy One Year After His Death: ‘Turn the Music Up’ Tom Morello, Garbage, Violet Grohl and More Pay Tribute to […]
Belmont University to House Johnny Cash’s Personal Archives
A collection of late Country Music Hall of Famer Johnny Cash’s personal archives is set to have a permanent home at Nashville’s Belmont University. A partnership among the Cash family, the John R. Cash Revocable Trust and Belmont University allows the collection to serve as the anchor for the new Johnny Cash Learning Center at […]
The K-Beauty Brand Used by BTS’ Jin Is Letting You Create Your Own Lip Mask
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. Laneige is giving beauty lovers a new way to experience one of its most viral products. The K-beauty brand behind the […]
Lizzo Is ‘That Grrrl’ In ‘Sports Illustrated’ Swimsuit Cover Debut: ‘My Newest Fantasy Is Feeling Good in My Body & Enjoying My Life’
Lizzo is closing out the month in a “Special” way, making her Sports Illustrated cover debut for the magazine’s July 2026 Swimsuit digital issue. The “About Damn Time” singer wore her signature Yitty Swim bikinis and swimsuits for the poolside, Miami mansion-set shoot, marking a second of two recent Sports Illustrated moments. In the spring […]
‘Twilight’ Saga Sparkles Again With Alex and Ani’s New Vampire-Inspired Jewelry Line
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. Twilight fans, this is the moment you’ve been waiting for. Alex and Ani has launched a new jewelry collection inspired by […]