Author: rgultig

The results of the Greater Nashville 2024 Music Census were disclosed today during a press conference in downtown Nashville with many creatives and industry members voicing concerns surrounding the cost of living, low pay rates, opportunities for younger artists, and gender and racial disparities. The census was produced by Sound Music Cities and surveyed the Greater Nashville region, which includes the 14 counties in and around Nashville. The census, held from March 1 – April 1, drew 4,256 respondents, with music creatives making up 61% of respondents, industry members making up 31% and venue/presenters making up 7% of respondents. In…

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Eminem opened the 2024 VMAs on Wednesday (Sept. 11) with his recent hit “Houdini.” As it turns out, the show delivered a pretty neat magic trick of its own. In an era of flat, or even declining, ratings for awards shows, the VMAs delivered their biggest audience in four years, with more than 4 million viewers. MTV reports that combined ratings for the premiere and encore showings were up 8% compared to a year ago (4.09 million vs. 3.78 million). Ratings for the premiere simulcast at 8 p.m. ET/PT were up 25% compared to a year ago (3.11 million vs.…

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If there’s anyone who knows about a showstopping kiss on the MTV VMAs stage, it’s Britney Spears — and she had some thoughts on Sabrina Carpenter‘s own viral VMA lip-lock with an alien at Wednesday night’s show. Spears posted a selfie video to her Instagram account, where she brought up a few Carpenter moments from the awards show. “Did you guys watch the VMAs?” she asked her 42 million followers. “I didn’t watch the VMAs, but I did see stuff on my phone from YouTube of Sabrina Carpenter. Why is she kissing an alien onstage? I adore her. I love…

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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. Are you looking to elevate your fall skincare routine? Consider incorporating the Peter Thomas Pumpkin Enzyme Mask to your skincare lineup. This exfoliating treatment is designed to help rejuvenate your complexion and tackle dull and aging skin. The mask uses pumpkin enzymes, alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), and aluminum oxide crystals to deliver a powerful exfoliation process that may help smooth skin, boost radiance and even out…

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“Being soft when things are hard.” Lauren Manoogian’s approach to her dreamy new collection is a fitting description for the overall vibe of the spring 2025 season in New York, where flou prevailed and air was the predominant element. The designer said she was “really focusing on having lightness,” with knits and wovens both. That quality was present in the twisted “I-wandered-lonely-as-a-cloud” Cupro skirts and dresses, which were an evolution from her resort season’s bubbles. Among the most weighless of the knits were the pointelles, a few of which patchworked all the different stitches together. Manoogian referred to a group…

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Tejano hitmakers Grupo Frontera are giving fans an exclusive look at what a typical day on tour looks like, and how they spend the last few hours leading up to the show. Hailing from the border city of Edinburg, Texas, the six-piece band is currently halfway through its 38-date Jugando A Que No Pasa Nada Tour in support of their 2024 album of the same name, across the United States, Mexico and Canada. During a recent stop at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Aug. 29, the group invited Billboard backstage to share insights into the dynamics of their tour and…

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Halle Berry is sharing the secrets to her health and wellness routine. In a new cover story for Marie Claire, the 58-year-old actress said she feels “better and stronger” than she ever did in her 20s – thanks to red light therapy, daily workouts and completely nixing sugar from her diet. “Age is just a number that they stick on us at birth,” she dished, later adding, “I feel like I’m now at the pinnacle.” Halle Berry, 58, revealed her health and wellness secrets in her new cover story for Marie Claire. Yana Yatsuk for Marie Claire US The actress…

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The Neptunes are no more. During a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter for their September cover story, Pharrell admitted that he and his former friend Chad Hugo are no longer talking to each other. “But I love him, and I always wish him the absolute best, and I’m very grateful for our time together,” he told THR. However, he told the outlet that Chad is still voicing himself in Pharrell’s upcoming Lego biopic Piece by Piece. Earlier this year, Hugo took Williams to court, accusing the latter of trying to monopolize the naming rights to The Neptunes. Chad took issue…

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“The Karate Kid” star and son of Steve McQueen, Chad McQueen, has died. He was 63 years old. He died of organ failure at his Palm Desert, Calif., ranch on Wednesday, Chad’s longtime attorney Arthur Barens confirmed to TMZ, saying he was “a one of a kind guy and will be missed.” He died while surrounded by his wife Jeanie and his children Chase and Madison, Barens revealed. “The Karate Kid” star and son of Steve McQueen, Chad McQueen (pictured above in the 1984 film), has died. He was 63 years old. Columbia Pictures via YouTube He died of organ…

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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. On Thursday (Sept. 12), Pixar announced that Inside Out 2 will be coming to Disney+ on Sept. 25. This follows the film’s recent release this week on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD. Inside Out 2 holds the record of the highest-grossing film and the quickest animated film to surpass $1 billion worldwide, according to The Walt Disney Company. Eight years after the first film grossed around $857…

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