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Member Feature: Elevatio Tech and Culture

In this edition, we’re featuring Elena Varo, Founder of Elevatio Tech & Culture and creator of Equinoccio Sound, whose work is focused on building collaborative, community-led spaces that connect DJ c

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Russian Rooftoppers from Netflix Doc Identified as Empire State Building Climbers

Ivan Beerkus and Angela Nikolau starred in the 2024 Netflix documentary Skywalkers: A Love Story. Russian Rooftoppers, Stars of Netflix Doc, Identified as Empire State Building Climbers Alex Young

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Members of Venezuelan Band Van Der Dijs Die in Earthquakes

The group were in their rehearsal space in the north of the country at the time of the disaster

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Russian Rooftoppers, Stars of Netflix Doc, Identified as Empire State Building Climbers

Ivan Beerkus and Angela Nikolau starred in the 2024 Netflix documentary Skywalkers: A Love Story. Russian Rooftoppers, Stars of Netflix Doc, Identified as Empire State Building Climbers Alex Young

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All four members of Venezuelan nu-metal band Van Der Dijs killed in earthquakes

The group were in their rehearsal space in the north of the country at the time of the disaster

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Marina Herlop Readies New Album Dja Dja

The Catalan composer and experimental musician will self-release her follow-up to 2023’s Nekkuja

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StubHub UK Ticket Sales Dominated by Three Sellers

“It’s time for a root-and-branch investigation into the entire ‘secondary ticketing’ sector"

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Village People's Billboard Chart Legacy

"Victor Willis’ talent and music were timeless," longtime promoter Howard Rosen tells Billboard after news of the singer's death broke.

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Trump Pays Tribute to Victor Willis

The president was a fan of playing the signature Village People song at rallies.

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Bryan Adams Releases Protest Song About Trump

The pointed rock tune was released on Wednesday (July 1) to coincide with Canada Day.

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Two Former Recording Academy Execs Help Steer Grammy Campaigns

At the Academy, a core value is being scrupulously non-partisan. Now, by definition, these execs are taking sides.

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Jennifer Lopez Explains Why ‘Breakups Are Not a Failure’: ‘We Should Have a Party’

Jenny From the Block knows a thing or two about heartbreak.

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Empress Of Readies New Album Dream House

“Wild Storm” leads the LP, which reckons with the fallout from the Altadena fires that destroyed the artist’s home

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Jennifer Lopez Explains Why ‘Breakups Are Not a Failure’: ‘We Should Have a Party’

Jenny From the Block knows a thing or two about heartbreak.

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Two Former Recording Academy Execs Help Steer Grammy Campaigns: ‘We’re Just Fortunate to Now Be on the Other Side of It’

At the Academy, a core value is being scrupulously non-partisan. Now, by definition, these execs are taking sides.

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Donald Trump Pays Tribute to ‘Great & Happy Guy’ Victor Willis Following ‘Y.M.C.A.’ Singer’s Death

The president was a fan of playing the signature Village People song at rallies.

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A Look at Village People’s Billboard Chart Legacy: ‘Macho Man,’ ‘Y.M.C.A.,’ ‘In the Navy’ & More

"Victor Willis’ talent and music were timeless," longtime promoter Howard Rosen tells Billboard after news of the singer's death broke.

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Hayley Williams Covers Sinéad O’Connor’s “Mandinka” in Dublin: Watch

Williams dedicated the cover to "all the Irish artists who use their voice." Hayley Williams Covers Sinéad O’Connor’s “Mandinka” in Dublin: Watch Paolo Ragusa

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Megan Thee Stallion Launches Fragrance

Early access purchases will be available starting in July.

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Marc Anthony's Chart History

Marc Anthony takes Billboard through his chart history of songs that built his legendary career. From early salsa breakthroughs like “Hasta Ayer” and “Y Hubo Alguien” to crossover hits including “I Ne