This week, we did a deep dive into South Africa’s amapiano scene and  heard from a roundtable of dance event promoters, who shared their experiences of getting shows back in motion amidst the lingering pandemic. We also saw Illenium and Swedish House Mafia make moves on the dance/electronic charts, with Illenium’s new LP Fallen Embers debuting at […]

Aretha Franklin’s legacy is getting the proper Respect it deserves in a new clip from the forthcoming biopic about the late superstar’s life. The minute-long clip features Jennifer Hudson portraying the Queen of Soul as she belts out her world-famous signature song “Respect.” Following a couple of teasers and trailers, the new video is the first

First Stream Latin is a compilation of the best new Latin songs, albums and videos recommended by the Billboard Latin editors. Check out this week’s picks below. Nicky Jam, “Miami” (La Industria Inc./Sony Music Latin) Nicky Jam is reminiscing about an old fling in his new single “Miami.” The track kicks off with a soft piano melody

It’s that time of the month again! As July comes to a wrap, Billboard is curious to know what’s the best Latin collaboration of the month, according to fans. Highlighted in the fan-based poll (not affiliated with any awards show) are all the Latin collabs featured on Billboard’s weekly First Stream Latin including Enrique Iglesias

Bob Dylan can rest easy that he won’t have to hand over a portion of his $300 million sale of his entire song catalog to Universal Music. On Friday, a New York judge rejected a complaint from the estate of Jacques Levy, who collaborated with Dylan on his 1976 album Desire. Levy’s widow targeted at

In February, Westworld star Evan Rachel Wood named Marilyn Manson as her alleged abuser. “I am here to expose this dangerous man and call out the many industries that have enabled him, before he ruins any more lives. I stand with the many victims who will no longer be silent,” she shared via Instagram on Feb 1. Wood and

Tom DeLonge, who was a longtime member of Blink-182, has shared a positive update about former bandmate Mark Hoppus’ health amid his battle with cancer. On Thursday (July 29), DeLonge posted a throwback photo of himself with Hoppus circa the mid-’90s, when they recorded and released Blink-182’s debut album, Cheshire Cat. “Me and @markhoppus about

As we inch closer toward the end of summer, it’s time to take another look at those summer playlists and add some new music from your favorite queer artists. Billboard Pride is here to help with First Out, our weekly roundup of some of the best new music releases from LGBTQ artists. From L Devine’s excellent new

Slipknot released a moving tribute video to honor drummer Joey Jordison, who died on July 26 at the age of 46. The band’s 8-and-a-half minute video highlights Jordison’s performances, as well as interview excerpts and behind-the-scenes clips. “Our hearts go out to Joey’s family and loved ones at this time of tremendous loss. Joey Jordison’s

Another celebrity has spoken out in support of Britney Spears, and this time it’s Dolly Parton. The iconic country singer sat down with Andy Cohen for Watch What Happens Live Thursday (July 29) and opened up about a whole host of topics, including the #FreeBritney movement. When Cohen asked the “Jolene” singer for her thoughts