Music Industry
Ella Langley’s ‘Dandelion’ Dominates Country Charts
The set becomes her first Top Country Albums No. 1, while 16 of its tracks hit Hot Country Songs.
Bad Bunny Accuser Criticizes Demand for Legal Fees Reimbursement
Bunny wants payback after beating a "frivolous" copyright case, but his accuser says it shouldn't be punished for filing a case it still believes it could have won.
AI's Impact on Record Contracts Sparks Debate Among Music Attorneys
Billboard investigates the ways labels accumulate AI training rights, either through explicit new contract language or novel applications of older provisions.
Sentury's 'Forever' Reaches No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
The Houston quartet takes the top spot from Olivia Dean’s "Man I Need."
How AI Rights Are Changing Record Contracts — and Why Music Attorneys Are Pushing Back
Billboard investigates the ways labels accumulate AI training rights, either through explicit new contract language or novel applications of older provisions.
Bad Bunny Accuser Blasts Star’s Demand to Repay $500K Legal Bill After Failed Sample Lawsuit
Bunny wants payback after beating a "frivolous" copyright case, but his accuser says it shouldn't be punished for filing a case it still believes it could have won.
Ella Langley’s ‘Dandelion’ Storms Billboard’s Country Charts
The set becomes her first Top Country Albums No. 1, while 16 of its tracks hit Hot Country Songs.
Young Miko to Receive Unstoppable Artist Award at Billboard Latin Women In Music Gala
The Puerto Rican rapper will be honored with the Unstoppable Artist Award at Billboard’s 2026 Latin Women In Music gala.
Karol G Announces 2026 World Tour For Tropicoqueta Album
The world tour is in support of Karol’s latest album, Tropicoqueta, which debuted at No. 1 on Top Latin Albums Chart.
Billboard China Launches Global 'SPOTLIGHT' Series Highlighting Top Artists
The inaugural Artist Book cover features seven members from SMTR25, SM Entertainment's trainee group.
ANOTR & 54 Ultra's 'Talk to You' Tops Global Dance Radio Chart for Third Consecutive Week
The chart ranks the top dance tracks worldwide, based on monitored airplay across 200-plus dance stations in more than 30 countries.
Mitch Winehouse loses legal battle over Amy Winehouse auction proceeds
Two friends of Amy Winehouse have defeated a lawsuit filed against them by her father, Mitch Winehouse. The dispute related to auctions of items connected to Amy, with Mitch claiming her friends “concealed” they were personally selling items alongside those put up for sale by his daughter’s estate
ANOTR & 54 Ultra’s ‘Talk to You’ Rules WARM Global Dance Radio Chart for Third Week
The chart ranks the top dance tracks worldwide, based on monitored airplay across 200-plus dance stations in more than 30 countries.
Karol G Unveils Dates for Global 2026 Viajando Por El Mundo TropiTour
The world tour is in support of Karol’s latest album, Tropicoqueta, which debuted at No. 1 on Top Latin Albums Chart.
Why Feid Says Young Miko Will Always Be Unstoppable: ‘There Are So Many Things That Make Her Incredibly Authentic’
The Puerto Rican rapper will be honored with the Unstoppable Artist Award at Billboard’s 2026 Latin Women In Music gala.
Remembering Prince: A Look Back at His 2013 Billboard Cover Story
Marking 10th anniversary of icon’s death, Gail Mitchell looks back at interview to include moments that didn’t make the published story.
Teddy Swims and Josh Groban to Perform at Grammy Hall of Fame Gala Honoring Warner Records
Atlantic Records and Republic Records were the label honorees at the two previous Grammy Hall of Fame galas.
Music Attorney Lisa Alter and Her Team Navigate Catalog Deals for Major Labels
As the co-founder of Alter Kendrick & Baron, Alter and her team have worked on catalog deals for Primary Wave, BMG and more.
Gloria Trevi to Receive Billboard Latin Woman In Music Lifetime Achievement Award
The Mexican pop star will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at Billboard's 2026 Latin Women in Music gala.
Justin Bieber's Catalog Sees Streaming Surge Following Coachella Performance
“Beauty and a Beat” and “Baby” hit the Hot 100 for the first time in more than a decade.