How ‘SNL’ Music Bookers Bring the Biggest Names in the Biz to NYC’s Most Exclusive Stage
By Joe Lynch Executive Digital Director When it comes to live music gigs on television, few slots are more prestigious than Saturday Night Live. If you play SNL, there’s a sense that not only have you ...
Gene ‘Groove’ Allen, Groove B. Chill Rapper & Actor, Dies at 62
Gene 'Groove' Allen, a rapper and actor who was known for his role in rap trio Groove B. Chill, has died at the age of 62.
Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars’ ‘Die With a Smile’ Lands Top Gabb Music Songs No. 1
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars' "Die With a Smile" is the No. 1 song for January 2025 on the Top Gabb Music Songs chart.
Lawsuit Accusing Jay-Z, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs of Raping 13-Year-Old Girl Dismissed
The Jay-Z rape lawsuit was dismissed against the rapper and Sean "Diddy" Combs, who were accused of raping a 13-year-old-girl in 2000.
The War and Treaty Expands Its Musical Depth on ‘Plus One’: ‘Gospel Is Where Our Roots Are, But We Love Country Music’
The War and Treaty talk with Billboard about their genre-melding new album, country radio and building Strong World Management.
What’s Your Favorite New Music Release of the Week? Vote!
That’s just the tip of the icebergs. More of the star-studded music releases this week include The Lumineers’ Automatic, Sam ...
‘No Sign of Weakness’: Burna Boy, From Lagos to Paris
Explore Explore Burna Boy See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news In the Parisian night, an imposing entourage makes its way to the photo studio. About 10 people – ...
Universal & Warner Music Group Shares Rise on New Spotify Licenses
Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group stocks are up on new licenses with Spotify, which left analysts in an optimistic mindset.
Selena Gomez Says Benny Blanco Proposal Was ‘Really Sweet,’ But She’s Saving the Details ‘For Our Kids’
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco talked about love, their engagement and upcoming joint album, 'I Said I Love You First.' ...
Jon Stewart, Bowen Yang & More Are Nominated for 2025 Ambies, Presented by the Podcast Academy
The Podcast Academy has announced the 2025 nominees for its Awards for Excellence in Audio, The Ambies. Here are nominees in ...
Drake & PartyNextDoor Drop ‘$ome $exy $ongs 4 U’ | Music You Should Know | Billboard News
Drake & PartyNextDoor released their joint album, ‘$ome $exy $ongs 4 U,’ and he had some more words to say about his beef with Kendrick on the album.
New Nike Air Jordan 1 Retro ‘Black Toe’ Sneakers to Drop During NBA All-Star Weekend
The new Nike Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG "Black Toe" sneakers, for men and women, drop on Feb. 15: Here's where to find and buy a new pair online.