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Sam Fender & Olivia Dean Make History as ‘Rein Me In Crowned U.K.’s Longest-Running No. 1 Single
The record had previously stood for 73 years.
Report: Samara Weaving Joins Marvel’s X-Men Cast as Emma Frost
Director Jake Schreier has found his first mutant. Report: Samara Weaving Joins Marvel’s X-Men Cast as Emma Frost Ben Kaye
Samara Weaving Joins Marvel’s X-Men Cast as Emma Frost: Report
Director Jake Schreier has found his first mutant. Samara Weaving Joins Marvel’s X-Men Cast as Emma Frost: Report Ben Kaye
Flowers On Monday On Slowing Down When Music Culture Speeds Up
Flowers on Monday (@flowers_on_monday) return alongside Rowee and Amega on “Lost in Space,” out now via Where The Shadow Ends. The release includes an extended mix from Rowee, Amega, and Flowers on Monday, plus a Madraas remix, with both versions sitting in the organic house lane. It i
BTS’ Decision to Sit Out the Grammys Brings New Attention to the Academy’s Asian Pop Category
The group’s decision has renewed discussion about how the new category may shape submissions, screening and recognition for Asian pop.
Arlene Smith, Co-Founder of Pioneering 1950s Girl Group The Chantels Dies at 84
Smith co-wrote and sang lead on the group's 1957 single "Maybe."
Ariana Grande (Literally) Hacks Away at Her Critics in Gory ‘Petal’ Music Video: Watch
The star is done being told she's "not good enough."
CMU Selects Standout Releases of the Week
Our selection of five releases that cut through the noise this week, from Pretty Sick, Headie One, BAMBII, Che Mario, Ray Laurél + H.LLS
Richie Sambora on Guitars and Women
Ex Bon Jovi man also discusses his love of Jimi Hendrix
Sadie Sink’s Role in Spider-Man: Brand New Day Explained — and Why It’s a Big Deal for the MCU
The Stranger Things star is part of a big change for the franchise. Sadie Sink’s Role in Spider-Man: Brand New Day Explained — and Why It’s a Big Deal for the MCU Liz Shannon Miller
Massive Attack Under Investigation in Singapore After Displaying Palestinian Flag
The public display of foreign national emblems, such as flags, without a permit or exemption is not allowed in Singapore. Massive Attack Under Investigation in Singapore After Displaying Palestinian Flag Eddie Fu
Massive Attack Members Banned from Singapore After Displaying Palestinian Flag [Update]
The public display of foreign national emblems, such as flags, without a permit or exemption is not allowed in Singapore. Massive Attack Members Banned from Singapore After Displaying Palestinian Flag [Update] Eddie Fu
“Try to have one in your hand as much as possible, maybe more than girls. Because if you really look at a shape of a guitar, it's really like a woman, you know what I mean?": Richie Sambora offers some eyebrow-raising advice to aspiring guitarists
Ex Bon Jovi man also discusses his love of Jimi Hendrix
Industry Proposes Chart Rules for AI Music
The major labels and an assortment of indies have proposed a set of rules for when AI-generated recordings should be eligible for the music charts. They say only AI-assisted tracks should be allowed t
Noah Kahan Jokes About Barack Obama's Summer Playlist Inclusion
Kahan joked about the chat at his Arlington show on Thursday night (July 30) after Obama put the bummer track "Doors" on his 2026 list.
Alexander Skarsgård's Unique Costume Element Sparks Online Frenzy
The star called it his "dream" to have the prosthetics made for his character
Karol G Launches New Reebok Campaign Focused on Community
"Born Classic. Work Together." marks the second installment between the Colombian star and the shoe brand.
Eladio Carrión Describes Near-Death Experience During Video Shoot
"Think Tom Cruise ... I did my own stunts," he shares in Billboard's new video series Cafecito Con.
Boy George Withdraws from 'Jesus Christ Superstar' Amid AI Song Backlash
The Culture Club singer was slated to play King Herod in the musical beginning next week.
Boy George Pulls Out of London Production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ In Wake of Backlash to AI-generated ‘We Will Dance Again’ Song
The Culture Club singer was slated to play King Herod in the musical beginning next week.