New Music Friday Guide Highlights Latest Releases
Billboard's New Music Friday guide features must-hear releases of the week from artists including Lady Gaga and Doechii, KATSEYE, and The Strokes.
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Billboard's New Music Friday guide features must-hear releases of the week from artists including Lady Gaga and Doechii, KATSEYE, and The Strokes.

Chiquis will host the Billboard Latin Women in Music event in 2026, which is scheduled to broadcast live on Telemundo on April 23.

Canadian artist Peter Peter, known for his work on 'Heated Rivalry' and recent Billboard charts debut, has signed a deal with Range Music.
Japanese idol group =LOVE's song 'Gekiyaku Chudoku' has reached the number one spot on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 chart, amidst a rise in popularity for cherry blossom-themed songs.

Billboard highlights the distinct sound and numerous chart-topping achievements of Pharrell Williams on the Billboard Hot 100.
Slayyyter has achieved her first No. 1 on any Billboard chart with her album 'Wor$t Girl in America,' which has reached the top spot on the Top Dance Albums Chart.

Ivy Queen and Young Miko are set to be honored at the Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026 event, joining previously announced honorees like Becky G, Joy, and Julieta Venegas.

RAYE's latest album, 'THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE.', has made a Top 10 debut on four Billboard Album Charts, including No. 8 on Top Album Sales.
Billboards displaying the phrase 'I Must Die' have triggered significant public backlash in Jakarta due to concerns over their potential to promote or normalize suicide messaging.

The song 'Swim' by the K-pop group BTS has moved down one spot to No. 2 on the Billboard singles chart, reflecting its current performance.

Billboard's Chart Rewind looks back at 1996, when Wynonna Judd's ballad 'To Be Loved by You' achieved her 18th Hot Country Songs leader as a soloist or duet member.
Bon Jovi has reached a significant milestone on Billboard's Albums Chart, further cementing their legacy in the music industry.
Despite recent controversies, Ye's new album "Bully" has debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 chart, marking his 14th top 10 album.

A Michigan billboard reading "Help Dale Find Dee" has gone viral following Dale Warner's conviction for second-degree murder in his wife Dee's 2021 disappearance.

Billboard provides a recap of the fourth week of the Live Nation antitrust trial, focusing on defense witnesses supporting Ticketmaster and the judge's consideration of alleged intimidation.

Billboard asks readers to vote for their favorite new music releases, featuring artists like Jack White, Anne Hathaway, Arlo Parks, and Thundercat.
Billboard ranks all 24 tracks from Filipino boy group SB19's album 'Wakas At Simula,' highlighting its significance as a musical marker of their last five years, featuring breakout singles and new collaborations.
Billboard has revealed the official lineup for its 2026 Women in Music event, featuring honorees such as Ella Langley, Kehlani, and Mariah the Scientist, who will receive the Rising Star Award.
Keanu Reeves' band Dogstar has made a comeback, with their song 'All In Now' debuting on the Mainstream Rock Airplay charts.
Billboard is hosting its invite-only 'The Arrival' party on April 9 in Indio, California, ahead of one of the year's biggest festival weekends, featuring performances by Louis The Child, Jonas Blue, and Arlo.

A lawyer has put up a massive billboard addressing sexual harassment, following a legal battle with an airport that had previously rejected her original sign for being 'intimidating' to men.

BTS's new album 'Arirang' has seen impressive chart success, with 13 of its songs, including 'Swim' at No. 1, debuting on the Billboard Hot 100, while only one track failed to chart.
Billboard has curated an ultimate timeline celebrating Selena's enduring legacy, detailing her journey from her first big hit to 'Dreaming of You'.

A bonus 'Greatest Pop Stars' podcast episode examines Billboard's recently published list of the 100 Best Songs of 2006, reflecting on the state of pop stardom from two decades prior.
Seoul has implemented measures to turn down the brightness of billboards across the city, aiming to reduce light pollution and improve urban aesthetics.

K-pop supergroup BTS said Tuesday it was deeply honored to top the U.S. Billboard charts with its new album, "Arirang," adding it hoped the album and its lead track, "Swim," provided listeners around…
Billboard has released its list of 10 new must-hear reggae, dancehall, and soca songs, featuring artists such as Shemmy J, Jah9, Sharon Marley, Adam O, and Masicka.
Billboard has highlighted several emerging Latin female artists, including Las Posada and Odalys Velasco, as ones to watch, celebrating their talent during Women's History Month.
Billboard has released its R&B/Hip-Hop Fresh Picks of the Week, highlighting new must-hear songs from artists including Victory, Jessie Reyez, Fetty Wap, Noah Guy, Anella, and 89 the Brainchild.
The Pussycat Dolls discussed their Billboard chart history and shared behind-the-scenes stories from their iconic career, including collaborations and music video productions for hits like 'Don’t Cha' and 'Buttons.'
Local governments in Poland can introduce landscape resolutions to completely ban billboards in natural zones and all advertising devices on undeveloped properties.

Strange billboards featuring artificial intelligence jargon have emerged in San Francisco, with their coded messages understood only by a niche audience familiar with AI terminology.
Billboard has published a ranking of all 21 tracks from Yeat's sixth studio album, 'ADL,' which was released on Friday, March 27, and features collaborations with artists like Elton John and Kid Cudi.

Billboard Canada has announced the opening of nominations for its 2026 Power Players list, alongside reports on Spotify's earnings for Canadian artists and discussions surrounding Canada's Online Streaming Act.

Billboard highlights Zhamira as its Latin Artist on the Rise for March, detailing her journey of regaining power in the music scene and her unwavering commitment to her career.
Billboard hosted an event in Miami to celebrate its first Dance Power Players list in seven years, honoring industry figures near the shores of South Beach.
Country music star Nate Smith engaged in a candid conversation with Billboard, touching upon his hit song "After Midnight," the controversial Morgan Wallen moment, political statements, and upcoming music.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić accused 'blockaders' of causing an incident in Kula, where ruling SNS activists guarding a billboard were attacked, linking the event to renewed separatist ideas in Vojvodina.
Johnny Blue Skies' Mutiny After Midnight reigns on the Top Rock & Alternative Albums tally, while Lamb of God's Into Oblivion rules Top Hard Rock Albums.

The High Administrative Court has confirmed new regulations for the placement of advertising billboards in Zagreb, as announced by the city's administration.

Miley Cyrus has celebrated the 20th anniversary of 'Hannah Montana' with a special, revealing behind-the-scenes details and past relationships, while also promoting related music and merchandise, and playfully labeling superfan Alex Cooper 'kinda creepy'.

Madeline Montoya has been named the new Creative Director for Billboard, where she will lead the design team across various editorial, multimedia, and experiential initiatives.

The municipality of Pécs, Hungary, has decided to ban government billboards that are described as "scaring with war," with the mayor stating that the community deserves not to see such "oppressive, fear-mongering" advertisements.

PinkPantheress and Zara Larsson have achieved their first No. 1 on both the Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts with their song 'Stateside'.
Pop superstar Harry Styles has earned his first No. 1 position on a specific Billboard chart, marking a new milestone in his career.

The General Mayor of Bucharest is calling for urgent interventions in the city center, highlighting critical issues such as rusty streetlights, illegally parked cars, degraded green spaces, and illegal billboards that detract from the urban appearance.
BTS returns with their new album, ‘ARIRANG,’ and we had the chance to chat with Derrick Milano who wrote “SWIM” and more tracks for the new album.

In advance of his two July dates, Billboard looks at the biggest Yankee Stadium shows in Boxscore history.

Check out the latest action across Billboard's dance charts.
Mark Cuban joined Billboard On The Record for the first-ever live taping of the podcast at SXSW to share his take on the music industry — and why breaking through as an artist has never been harder.

The Colombian superstar talks with Billboard about her rock roots and what this nomination means to her.

Le Sserafim extended its stay on the Billboard Global Excl. US chart to 20 weeks straight with “Spaghetti (Feat.
The singer's latest album debuted atop the Billboard 200 Albums chart.
"I always wanted to create an event of this magnitude to support this city that has given me so much," León told Billboard about his event in Hermosillo, Mexico.

Styles scores his third No. 1 on the Global 200 and second on Global Excl. U.S.
Billboard was inside the Dolby Theatre for two elaborately staged production numbers, Barbra Streisand’s touching tribute to a former co-star, Josh Groban’s comic moment and more.
MAU P sits down with Billboard’s Katie Bain for the Superstar Q&A at SXSW 2026 to chat about his unique sound in dance music, making his debut album, and how he navigates being both underground and…
Sam Asghari caught up with Billboard’s Tetris Kelly on the red carpet of Elton John’s Annual Oscars Party 2026.

All four of his solo albums have debuted at No. 1.

Toliver will hit the road for the OCTANE Tour in May.

Amsterdam is set to implement a ban on advertising for climate-damaging products, including fossil fuels, on city billboards starting this summer, prompting discussion on the effectiveness of such measures.
The All-American Rejects’ Tyson Ritter and Nick Wheeler discuss their new album, the surprising success of their House Party tour, longevity in modern rock music and how up-and-coming artists can…
Mavin CEO Don Jazzy joins Billboard's prestigious global power players list The Guardian Nigeria News
Billboard names EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami Women of the Year The Daily Star

Akos Hadházy and the mayor of Zugló are covering district advertising pillars, which predominantly feature government propaganda, citing a municipal decree that prohibits their use.

San Diego Veterans for Peace place sign outside of California base urging Armed Forces not to bow to orders they believe to be illegal

The advertising billboards "Vjesnik" and "Večernji list" have not yet been removed from the iconic Zagreb building damaged in a fire more than three months ago.
Tatsuya Endo’s 'SPY×FAMILY' Vol. 17 has reached the top of the Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 chart, while 'ONE PIECE' Vol. 114 also maintained a strong position in the top 10.
Billboard's 'Makin' Tracks' column delves into the writing and recording process behind Jacob Hackworth's new single, 'What Took You So Long,' marking his debut with MCA.
Billboard News provides a breakdown of what to expect from Coachella 2026, including potential headliners and performances for one of the biggest music festivals.
Billboards promoting the Indonesian movie 'I Must Die' have triggered a backlash due to concerns that their messaging could be interpreted as promoting suicide.

Singer Melanie Martinez spoke about her new album 'Hades', the "killing" of her Cry Baby persona, and her favorite artists in a new episode of Billboard's 'In Conversation'.

Rising star Bella Kay's pop hit 'iloveitiloveitiloveit' has reached a new high of No. 17 on the Billboard Hot 100, with the artist discussing its unique writing process.
Nyali MP condemns removal of voter awareness billboards.
As Ella Langley prepares to release her new album 'Dandelion', Billboard spotlights five of her essential songs beyond her biggest hits.

The Billboard Pop Shop Podcast discusses the latest pop music news, highlighting new releases and developments from artists including Lady Gaga, Doechii, Sabrina Carpenter, and Olivia Rodrigo.
The Bangladesh government has issued an order for a 7pm lights-out for fairs, cultural events, and billboards across all districts. In response, filmmakers and producers are urging cinemas to be allowed to keep their evening shows open.
Ella Langley's song 'Choosin' Texas' has maintained its No. 1 position on the Billboard Hot 100 for a fifth consecutive week, joining an elite group of initial chart-toppers by women.

BTS's album or song 'Arirang' has achieved a historic milestone for K-pop by topping the US Billboard 200 chart for a second consecutive week, as reported by Yonhap News Agency.
Residents of Vuda–Saweni in Fiji have united to erect a billboard opposing a proposed incinerator in their area.
The iconic American band, The Beach Boys, has secured an unexpected new victory on a Billboard chart, marking a notable achievement in their enduring music career.

Justin Moore's song 'Time's Ticking' has achieved a new record for the longest ascent to reach the No. 1 spot on Billboard's Country Airplay Chart.
Zion has released his new EP titled 'The Perfect Melody II', which is highlighted alongside other new Latin music in Billboard's weekly playlist.

Sexual harassment lawyer Megan Thomas successfully sued a New York airport authority after it rejected her ad copy, leading to a judge ruling in her favor and her ads now being prominently displayed.

BLACKPINK's Jisoo is featured as the cover star of Billboard Brasil's 21st edition, marking a new, more mature phase in her career that includes running her own company and new projects.
Billboard staff have compiled a list of the 40 best non-singles from albums released in 2006, highlighting tracks worth remembering from two decades ago.

The Bank of Ghana reported that mobile money transactions surpassed 2.8 billion cedis in value during the first quarter of 2025, indicating the widespread adoption of digital finance in the country.

K-pop group BTS held a livestream to express gratitude to their fans for helping them achieve a No. 1 debut on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. Member RM shared his surprise and appreciation for the overwhelming support.

Taylor Swift had a busy weekend in Los Angeles, securing seven wins at the iHeartRadio Music Awards. She also attended a star-studded Paul McCartney concert at the Fonda Theater, as discussed on the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast.

Billboard asks readers to vote for their favorite defining song from 2006, highlighting lasting hits from superstars like Rihanna, Justin Timberlake, and Beyoncé from two decades ago.

K-pop group BTS has released a new performance video titled 'Live Clip II' for their song 'SWIM', which is currently No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government has announced the nation’s first comprehensive guidelines to reduce excessive screen brightness from the increasing number of large outdoor LED billboards across the capital.

ShopBillboard's ecommerce writer Amina Ayoud tested on-ear headphones to find the best of the best.

The 2026 Femmy Awards, produced by LP Giobbi and Hermixalot's Femme House organization, returned to Miami Music Week on March 26, with Billboard highlighting six of its best moments featuring artists like Ultra Naté and John Summit.
The KPop group 'KPop Demon Hunters' has surpassed one of Rosé's Billboard records, marking a new achievement in the music industry.
Billboard provides a retrospective timeline highlighting the history-making K-pop group BTS's most significant career achievements and milestones.
Billboard has released its weekly selection of new country music, featuring tracks from artists such as Ashley Monroe, Amy Grant, Ruby Amanfu, Drayton Farley, and The Del McCoury Band.

Jin, a member of BTS, has reached 1.2 billion streams on Spotify with his second solo EP "Echo," which also debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 chart.

Rebecca Black spoke with Billboard about her upcoming music, describing it as a shift into a "heavier, harder, faster, louder" era, ahead of a pop-up performance.
Yami Safdie and Alejandro Sanz have officially released their highly anticipated sweet ballad 'Cuéntame,' following its live debut earlier in March, and the song has now been highlighted in Billboard's weekly Best New Music Latin playlist.

British-Jamaican Little Mix alumna Leigh-Anne Pinnock has been named Billboard's Caribbean Rookie of the Month for March, making history with her solo music career.
Forbes reports that Harry Styles has doubled his total number of No. 1 hits on a specific Billboard chart.
The Liberal Party is grappling with a significant debt crisis, reportedly amounting to a $400,000 hole, which is impacting the Bennelong electorate.

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has urged activists of the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) to stop guarding billboards in Kula, advising them not to fall for provocations.
Activists in Hungary have 'corrected' billboards featuring Prime Minister Orbán, stating their intention to demonstrate that they are not afraid.

Founders of digital marketing agency Chaotic Good shared insights on Billboard's 'On the Record' podcast, detailing the secret tactics marketers use to simulate trending songs and control online discourse, emphasizing that 'everything on the internet is fake' in the quest for viral music.

Zagreb's High Administrative Court has upheld new rules regarding the placement of advertising billboards in the city, a decision that will lead to the removal of many advertisements from public spaces.
Various artists, including Harry Styles, John Summit & Rohaan, and Milky & Mall Grab, have reached new peak positions across Billboard's dance charts.
Leader Ruru Dambara and sub-leader Rei Inoue share their perspectives on where the group stands now and how they envision its future.

Billboard has compiled a list of 10 powerful Latin albums, including Bad Gyal's new studio album and an all-female project led by Ivy Queen, to celebrate Women's History Month.

Sturgill Simpson's latest album, 'Mutiny After Midnight' by Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds, debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200, achieving this success despite being released exclusively in physical formats.

K-pop group P1Harmony has achieved a new milestone, with their ninth EP 'Unique' entering the Billboard 200 chart at No. 4. This marks the first time the group has landed in the top five on the main albums chart.
Harry Styles' latest album has debuted, maintaining his perfect track record and spending its second consecutive week at the top of the Billboard 200 chart.
“This is our biggest domestic tour ever," Pressure tells Billboard. "So, it's been an overwhelming success, and it's nice to know there's still heads there for us.”

Searchlight Pictures has released the trailer for “Wild Horse Nine,” the latest film from Oscar winner Martin McDonagh.

If you've noticed a billboard with someone's name and a somewhat personal-sounding question lately, you're not alone. "Tomislav, do you owe a beer?" At first glance, it seems like an inside joke.

“Working with Sting has been an immense honor,” Juan Luis Guerra tells Billboard.

A rundown of acts with at least 40 No. 1s on individual Billboard charts, led by Madonna’s 50 dance dominators.

Enhypen is showing strong staying power on Billboard charts in the US, continuing upward momentum weeks after the last release. According to the latest chart dated March 21, the group’s seventh EP, “The Sin : Vanish,” jumped 74 spots to No. 61 on the Billboard 200. Since debuting at No. 2 on the Jan. 17 chart, the album has remained on the ranking for eight consecutive weeks. The release also performed well across other album charts. It reclaimed the top spot on Billboard's world albums chart, a

Don Toliver, Junior H & Mau P headlined Billboard Presents THE STAGE and took part in Superstar Q&As at Billboard House.

Presented as part of Billboard Presents THE STAGE at SXSW, the set moved to the new venue as high winds forced the cancellation of outdoor events. The pop-up show became an instantly classic night.
Harry Styles’ “American Girls” debuts in the top five of the Hot 100 and Taylor Swift nabs two spots, but who will take No. 1 this week?

Illit will drop its fourth EP “Mamihlapinatapai” on April 30, the group announced at the end of the concert it held in Seoul on Sunday. The upcoming set will include the main track “It’s Me,” according to agency Belift Lab. The new EP will be Illit's first new album in about ten months, since the third EP “bomb,” which entered the Billboard 200 at No. 171 as its third entry on the main albums chart. It sold over 400,000 copies in the first week, marking a career best for the group. The five-memb
Edgar Barrera & Jonas Cuaron sit down with Billboard Espanol’s Associate Editor, Isabela Raygoza, at SXSW 2026 to discuss their groundbreaking film ‘Campeón Gabacho,’ which tells a timely and…
Noah Kahan sits down with Billboard’s Co-Chief Content Officer Jason Lipshutz and documentary director Nick Sweeney at SXSW 2026 to discuss his deeply personal Netflix documentary ‘Out of Body,’ opening up about family, mental health, and the vulnerable process of letting cameras into his most intimate moments.

Bailey Rae and Lenae get candid about dealing with the dark sides of success in the music industry.
Junior H sits down with Billboard’s Co-Chief Content Officer, Leila Cobo, for the Superstar Q&A at SXSW 2026 to chat about his chart-topping album ‘DEPR</3$$ED MFKZ,’ his journey from recording…

Air cargo prices are skyrocketing due to disruptions in key shipping lanes caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This has forced many carriers to reroute their vessels, leading to longer transit times and increased operational costs, which are then passed on to consumers.
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"Aperture," the lead single from Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, debuted at No. 1 on the Hot 100 upon its January release.
The quartet’s latest project also makes a top 10 start on the Billboard 200 and Independent Albums charts.
One Of Disco’s Last Great Hits Debuts At No. 1 On Multiple Billboard Charts Forbes

Corridos singer LENCHO breaks through six Billboard charts thanks to the reimagined version of “chiclona.”
Students at Toronto Metropolitan University were the first to hear the new single at the historic course dedicated to Diljit Dosanjh in partnership with Billboard Canada.

Ziggy Marley sits down with Billboard at his favorite vegan spot, Crossroads Kitchen in L.A., for a real conversation about his new album, Brightside.

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has made his solo debut on the Billboard charts with his jazz album ‘Honora,’ reaching the top 10 on multiple rankings.

Billboard's senior music correspondent breaks down the high-stakes booking, ticketing, and overall economics that have made Coachella the biggest festival in America and a game-changer for live music.

BTS's lead single 'Swim' from their album 'Arirang' charted at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, while the group also announced the addition of three new shows to the Latin American leg of their 'Arirang' world tour in October.

On Billboard Arabia's March cover, Dalia Mubarak opens up about her experiences with motherhood, heartbreak, her upcoming album, and her next chapter on 'The Voice Kids.'

Senator Solomon Adeola, representing Ogun West Senatorial District in Nigeria, has appealed to his supporters in Ogun State to stop erecting premature campaign billboards for the 2027 governorship election, emphasizing the need for due process.
The Member of Parliament for Nyali has condemned the removal of billboards intended for voter awareness.

A Trump-themed billboard for a gut health clinic in Chennai, located near the US Consulate, sparked public debate and was subsequently removed.

BTS's track 'Swim' has maintained its No. 1 position on the Billboard Global Charts for a second consecutive week, while Tame Impala and JENNIE's 'Dracula' also entered the top 10.
Billboard highlights new must-hear songs from various R&B and Hip-Hop artists, including Rjtheweirdo, Sekou, Lazer Dim 700, Marlon Craft, S!MONE, and Joy Postell.
Dembow artist Tokischa sat down for an unfiltered interview with Billboard's Leila Cobo, discussing her impact on the genre and clarifying details about a controversial dress.

A comprehensive list details all K-pop albums that have topped the Billboard 200 chart, noting BTS as the first K-pop act and BLACKPINK as the first female K-pop act to achieve this milestone.
K-pop group BTS reportedly came close to reaching the No. 1 spot on a Billboard chart they had not previously topped, marking a new achievement for the band.

BTS's fifth full-length album, "Arirang," has set new K-pop records by topping the Billboard 200 chart, with its lead track "Swim" also reaching No. 1 on the Hot 100, and most of its tracks entering the charts.
Billboard has compiled a special playlist featuring 35 recently released Latin Christian songs, including artists like Daddy Yankee and Alex Campos. The selection is presented as a musical offering for Easter 2026.
The latest Billboard dance charts show BONNIE X CLYDE achieving their first No. 1, alongside debuts from artists like deadmau5, ILLENIUM, and Dean Turnley.
Bin Kusamizu and Saburo Megumi’s 'Solo Leveling' Vol. 24 has reached the top of the Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 chart, with 'GIANT KILLING' and 'The JOJOLands' following closely.
Billboard is celebrating 2006 Week by looking back at the year's 10 highest-grossing concert tours, detailing their box office numbers.

Billboard highlighted BTS's numerous No. 1 hits on both the Billboard 200 and Hot 100 charts, noting how songs like “ARIRANG” and “Swim” continue to extend their chart domination.

Hopes of making downtown Seoul as dazzling as Times Square have faced a setback due to new guidelines requiring digital billboards to be dimmed.
Music catalogs from artists like Bob Dylan, Taylor Swift, and Miles Davis have emerged as highly valuable assets in the entertainment industry, with experts discussing the future of music ownership.

Fuse Media and Billboard are partnering to launch Billboard Español TV, a new streaming channel dedicated to highlighting Spanish-language music and culture for Latino audiences across the U.S. and beyond.

Luke Combs' latest album, 'The Way I Am,' has debuted at the top spot on the Top Country Albums Chart and secured the No. 2 position on the Billboard 200, also driving 14 entries on Hot Country Songs.
As Bruce Springsteen's "Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour" begins, Billboard takes a look back at the ten biggest tours of "The Boss'" career.

BTS has earned its seventh No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 with 'Arirang,' scoring the biggest sales week for an album by a group in over a decade, moving 641,000 equivalent album units, including 532,000 pure album sales, in its first week and breaking a decade-long group record.

ShopBillboard has published its list of the best laptop bags for 2026, evaluating various brands for their style, functionality, and commuter-proof features.

Jai’Len Josey, named Billboard’s R&B Rookie of the Month for March, is releasing her debut LP 'Serial Romantic' with the ambition to invigorate the R&B genre with Detroit ghettotech influences.

Prominent hip-hop lawyer Drew Findling, whose clients include Cardi B and Lil Durk, shared his insights on navigating the music business, addressing racism in law enforcement, and the complexities of RICO laws in an interview with Billboard.
Billboard presents a list of all singles, from artists like Michael Jackson to Taylor Swift, that have debuted at No. 1 on the Hot 100 chart.

Billboard has announced Becky G, Joy, and Julieta Venegas as the first honorees for the 2026 Latin Women in Music event, which will be broadcast live on Telemundo.
Billboard details every song performed during Paul McCartney's first night of his two-night stand at the Fonda Theatre in Hollywood, where he delighted the audience with a 21-song set.

Billboard's New Music Friday guide highlights the must-hear releases of the week, including new tracks from artists like Miley Cyrus, Raye, Charlie Puth, British-Sudanese singer-songwriter Elmiene, and Grammy-nominated pop star Charlie Puth.

PinkPantheress has achieved a global No. 1 hit with her song 'Stateside' on both of Billboard's global charts, with Atlantic's Alana Dolgin recognized for her role in the song's success.
Atlanta native Belly Gang Kushington has been recognized as Billboard Hip-Hop's Rookie of the Month for March, celebrating his motivational approach to rap music.
'Umamusume: Cinderella Gray' Vol. 23 has debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 chart, while 'Project Hail Mary' re-enters the top 20.

Billboard's "Ask Billboard" column highlights Ella Langley's achievement in stopping the recent rapid turnover at the No. 1 spot on the Hot 100 chart. The past two months had seen historic changes at the top of the music charts.

Carnival Cruise Line partnered with Billboard to create playful and high-energy experiences, including joke-filled phone booths and secret shows, at SXSW 2026.
Billboard has compiled a list of Lady Gaga's top 40 hits on the Hot 100 chart, spanning her career from "Just Dance" to "Die With a Smile."
An incident occurred in South Mitrovica when citizens attempted to prevent the removal of a billboard displaying former KLA leaders Hashim Thaçi and Kadri Veseli, who are currently on trial in The Hague.

An arrest of Banksy in 2000, when he was a largely unknown street artist in Manhattan, for attempting to deface a billboard, is now being revisited as a potential key to unmasking his identity.
Billboard highlighted ten key takeaways from Jay-Z's first GQ cover story in nearly a decade, offering insights into the artist's perspectives.

A historical "Chart Rewind" notes that Harry Belafonte's album was the first to reach No. 1 on the Billboard 200 when the premier albums chart in the U.S. launched as a weekly fixture on March 24, 1956.
The Billboard Hot 100 countdown for March 28, 2026, sees Olivia Dean enter the top 10 with "So Easy" and other songs rising, while last week's Harry debut falls to number 10.
Billboard has released its R&B/Hip-Hop Fresh Picks of the Week, featuring new must-hear songs from artists including Alex Isley, 6LACK, Afroman, Jorja Smith, Jastin Martin, and Mudbaby Ru.

Harry Styles' album, 'Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.', has spent its second consecutive week at the top of the Billboard 200 chart.

A Czech article offers a guide to safe foreign investment, using Dubai apartments and the Burj Khalifa as an example, noting a related billboard near Brno's main train station.
Tech startups in San Francisco are increasingly using old-fashioned roadside billboards for advertising, often with intentionally cryptic messages that don't clearly state what they are selling.
At No. 2 is Famiresu Iko. Part 2, the sequel to Yama Wayama's comedy manga Karaoke Iko! (Let’s Go Karaoke!).

Pál Milkovics, a Hungarian businessman living abroad, has re-entered the Hungarian market in a completely different sector, after previously building and collapsing a media portfolio that included print, electronic media, and billboard companies.

Billboard's Makin' Tracks column looks at the writing and recording behind Jason Aldean's "Don't Tell n Me."

San Francisco's streets are plastered with cryptic ads from AI startups. The strategy is intentional — but it's not without cost.

Netflix's animation sensation "KPop Demon Hunters," which won two Oscars earlier this week, saw its original soundtrack climb on both the main singles and albums charts of the US Billboard, the latest charts showed Wednesday. "Golden" from the soundtrack rose one place to No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100, logging its 38th consecutive week on the chart. Another hit song from the soundtrack, "How It's Done," held steady at No. 86. The film's soundtrack album climbed two spots to No. 11 on the Billbo
Billboard JAPAN had the chance to speak with Lola Amour and Kohatsu and learn about how their collaboration has impacted each other.
The stars were out with Billboard in Austin.
Rihanna’s Decade-Old Song Debuts On A Billboard Chart Forbes

The current Billboard cover star plays a headlining set on Sunday (March 15) at The Concourse Project in Austin, Texas.

The Mexican superstar delivered an emotion-packed performance at the Moody Amphitheater on Saturday (March 14) at Billboard The Stage.
A hip-hop and R&B-themed day one ruled Friday (March 13).

“But it has never been easy. That is why you don’t see me in adverts or billboards. It is painful.” The post ‘I am suffering; I’ve no house, no car of my own,’ Papa Ajasco actor laments appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Mexican artist sat down with Billboard for a Q&A ahead of his performance at THE STAGE @ South by Southwest.
Don Toliver sits down with Billboard’s Mike Saponara for the Superstar Q&A at SXSW 2026 to chat about his chart-topping fifth album, ‘Octane.’ The Houston artist reflects on the album debuting at No.

The film has had a truly "Golden" run since its premiere.

Styles did his take on TFF's 1985 Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 smash "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" during his BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge set this week.
Jujutsu Kaisen ≡ (Modulo) Vol. 2 by Yuji Iwasaki and Gege Akutami follows at No. 2.
Bob Marley Bookends A Billboard Chart With Two Of His Biggest Albums Forbes

The country star's single made history when it simultaneously topped Country Airplay, Hot Country Songs & the Billboard Hot 100.