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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. If you’re looking for a new smartphone, tablet, home audio system or even a new 4K TV, then now is one of the best times of the year to pick one (or two) up on the cheap — thanks to the Discover Samsung Fall Sale Event. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news We rounded up the best deals during the…
Here’s a full timeline of their relationship, stemming all the way back to 2016. Cardi B And Offset Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2023 at E11EVEN on Dec. 31, 2022 in Miami, Florida. Jason Koerner/Getty Images for E11EVEN From bumps in the road to baby bumps, Cardi B and Offset‘s relationship has been quite the roller coaster ride. The duo’s relationship began in early 2017, and has since brought cheating scandals, a secret marriage, kids Kulture Kiari Cephus and Wave Set Cephus, and some hot collaborative tracks. Cardi and Offset secretly married on Sept. 20, 2017, before the Migos rapper proposed to her onstage at Power 99’s Powerhouse concert in…
New legislation to protect concert goers from terror attacks at U.K. music venues has been presented in Parliament, following years of campaigning by the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of 2017’s Manchester Arena bombing outside an Ariana Grande concert. The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, better known as Martyn’s Law, received its first reading in Parliament on Thursday (Sept. 12). The legislation requires all venues with a capacity of more than 200 to take “appropriate action” to protect concert-goers from harm by having a number of measures in place, including mandatory safety training for staff and…
Congratulations are in order for Cardi B and Offset, who welcomed their third baby together a few days ago. The “WAP” rapper confirmed the news with an Instagram post Thursday (Sept. 12), sharing photos from the hospital where she gave birth and confirming that their new addition had been born five days prior. “The prettiest lil thing … 9/7/24.” Billboard has reached out to both artists’ reps for comment. In some of the pictures she shared, Cardi cradles her new bundle of joy — dressed in a pink onesie and cap to match the pink emojis in the musician’s caption…
BMI is taking SiriusXM to court after the two sides failed to reach a deal on royalty rates during more than two years of negotiations, arguing that the satcaster is “no longer a startup” and must pay more to songwriters. In a petition filed in court today, BMI asked a Manhattan federal judge to uphold a higher royalty rate it has asked SiriusXM to pay – citing increased revenue for the radio giant and a shift toward more lucrative digital streaming. “SiriusXM’s financial performance, and its expansion of its digital offerings, make clear it is no longer a startup in…
Tastemakers and scene shakers were celebrated at Billboard‘s 2024 R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players event. While the celebrations took place inside, the neighboring Time Square intersection was also flooded with congratulatory feels, courtesy of INFINITI. On a massive jumbotron outside of the venue, a victorious message showed love to all the recipients of this year’s R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players list. Kyle Denis:Chart-toppers, power players, execs and more. We have you covered with all of the highlights from Billboard‘s R&B and Hip Hop Power Players event. In celebration of all things R&B and hip-hop, some of the biggest movers and tastemakers in the genre…
Shaboozey‘s already sang about how he and Jack Daniels got a history, and now the country superstar is ready to link up with another famous name: Taylor Swift. Speaking to The Associated Press on the red carpet of the 2024 MTV VMAs on Wednesday night, Shaboozey revealed that he identifies as a “big Swiftie” and praised his fellow nominee. “Love T. Swift, love Taylor,” he told the outlet. “Big one.” The reporter then asked Shaboozey if he thought Swift’s high-profile endorsement of Kamala Harris gave “permission” to other artists to get more political. “I think you just do you, you…
A musical based on the play by Josefina López and HBO’s movie adaptation Real Women Have Curves will debut on Broadway in 2025. Featuring music and lyrics written by Grammy Award-winning artist Joy Huerta of the Mexican pop duo Jesse & Joy, producers Barry Weissler, Fran Weissler, and Jack Noseworthy announced on Thursday (Sep. 12) that Real Women Have Curves: The Musical will also feature music by composer and lyricist Benjamin Velez, a book by Lisa Loomer, additional material by Nell Benjamin, music supervision by Nadia DiGiallonardo, and direction & choreography by Tony and Olivier Award winner Sergio Trujillo. “I am thrilled to be a part of bringing Real…
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 a Kansas City Chiefs fan, or a Swiftie in your sports era? Level up your game-day look with this NFL Long Sleeve and Pullover Hoodie Set. Whether you’re cheering for your favorite team or just riding the Taylor Swift wave, this set has everything you need to rep your team in style. Originally priced at $78, you can now snag this must-have for just…
When Alejandro Fernández takes the stage Sept. 14-15 at Las Vegas’ MGM Grand Garden Arena, it will mark his record 22nd year performing at one of the hottest music events in Sin City. But the event he has been playing for more than two decades isn’t a recurring casino or club residency — it’s Fiestas Patrias, the ever-growing weekend of programming celebrating El Grito de Dolores (when Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla’s call to arms ignited the Mexican War of Independence in 1810) and Mexican Independence Day, which are officially celebrated Sept. 15 and 16, respectively. “Twenty-four years ago, I began what has become a…