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Noah Kahan may say that “I just like to play the victim,” but he’s not afraid to applaud fellow artist Chappell Roan for calling out unacceptable behavior. Roan made headlines on the red carpet of the 2024 MTV VMAs Wednesday (Sept. 11), when she confronted a photographer who appeared to tell her to “shut the f–k up” when she turned away from the cameras for a moment. “You shut the f–k up!” the pop singer clapped back. “Not me, b—h.” The “Stick Season” singer reposted a clip of the encounter on X, telling fans about his own less-than-ideal experiences with…
Sabrina Carpenter is enjoying the taste of victory after bringing home her first-ever VMA win Wednesday (Sept. 11), while Taylor Swift and Post Malone will be celebrating their victories for at least a fortnight. Made up of three of the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards‘ most nominated artists, the trio took time to pose with their new Moon People backstage for a series of triumphant photos. In one picture of the group sitting in a row on a cushioned bench, Posty holds two of his trophies over his chest — making the “Please Please Please” artist cover her mouth and…
Tastemakers and sceneshakers — both in front and behind the scenes — were celebrated at Billboard’s 2024 R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players event on Thursday, September 5. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news At The New York EDITION, the likes of Playboi Carti (R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of the Year), Megan Thee Stallion (R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of the Year), Teezo Touchdown (Rookie of the Year), Rachelle Jean-Louis (Executive of the Year) and more were honored at the intimate ceremony in front of their peers and industry heavyweights. While the celebrations took place inside the venue, the neighboring…
Clean Bandit’s “Symphony” and Surf Curse’s “Disco” take the top two spots of the TikTok Billboard Top 50 for the third straight week, while Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ “Die With a Smile” inches nearer to the summit at No. 3 on the ranking dated Sept. 14. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The TikTok Billboard Top 50 is a weekly ranking of the most popular songs on TikTok in the United States based on creations, video views and user engagement. The latest chart reflects activity from Sept. 2-8. Activity on TikTok is…
In decades past, the BBC Proms were considered an austere, sometimes stuffy showcase of classical music at London’s Royal Albert Hall. But in recent years, pop and rock acts have risen to the challenge to be a part of the programming, with Sam Smith taking on a performance backed by the BBC Orchestra earlier this summer. Last night (Sep 11), Florence + The Machine played their 2009 debut Lungs in full for their first – and only – live performance in 2024, backed by conductor Jules Buckley and his orchestra. The Proms were first held in 1895, and have been…
In this episode of Billboard Unfiltered, Billboard staffers Kyle Denis, Trevor Anderson and Damien Scott explore the impact of Kendrick Lamar being selected to headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show, why other artists believe Lil Wayne was snubbed, why Beyoncé should have received a CMA nomination, whether she’s being snubbed and more! Damien Scott:That’s exciting to have the No. 1 rapper when he’s the No. 1 rapper headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show is incredible Kyle Denis:This was not an album made to be embraced by country if that was the case it would sound very, very different. Trevor AndersonAlright…
Regional Mexican music continues to surf a wave of unprecedented global popularity and expansion, with names like Peso Pluma, Luis R Conriquez, Edén Muñoz, Fuerza Regida and Grupo Frontera crowning Billboard’s global and U.S. charts. Yet women in the genre are almost nowhere to be found. Just one female artist-led song appeared among the 50 on Billboard’s year-end Regional Mexican Airplay Songs chart: Yuridia and Angela Aguilar’s “Qué Agonía.” And among the regional Mexican acts dominating the Hot Latin Songs chart, only one female name comes up: pop singer Kenia Os as a guest on Peso Pluma’s “Tommy & Pamela.” Behind the scenes,…
Following her performance at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards on Wednesday (Sept. 11), Halsey made sure to set the record straight about her relationship with Avan Jogia online. On X, pop news blog Pop Base posted a photo of Halsey with the actor-singer, writing that the star said that “she hopes to marry boyfriend Avan Jogia.” The post came after Halsey spoke with E! News on the red carpet at the awards show, and said “I hope so” when asked if the two would get married. Halsey then quote-tweeted the post and corrected Jogia’s title. “***fiancé Avan Jogia,” they…
In early 2018, the future looked bright for corridos singer-songwriter Codiciado. Grupo Codiciado, the band he’d co-founded three years prior, was rapidly rising: After breaking onto Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart in 2017 with “Gente de Accionar,” the act reached No. 8 on the Regional Mexican Albums chart with Miro Lo Que Otros No Miran (I See What Others Don’t). And with its success, the group was helping define the urban style of Rancho Humilde, the Los Angeles-based label known for its modern take on música mexicana. Then, on a cannabis possession charge, Codiciado’s visa was revoked at the U.S.-Mexico border that…
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. Teddy Swims can still remember being 12 years old when he got his first pair of Timberland boots. While the outerwear brand’s Yellow Boot has continued to top style charts for fashion-forward utility wear, for the 31-year-old singer, the shoes were simply a sturdy pair of work boots that helped him score some extra cash as a kid. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news…