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Michael Jackson Rules Billboard Artist 100
The King of Pop is the sixth artist to reach No. 1 posthumously, and just the second this decade.
Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 Countdown for May 23, 2026
Ella Langley continues her dominant run in the top two spots with “Choosin’ Texas” and “Be Her,” Bruno Mars also gets two top 10 entries with “I Just Might” and “Risk It All,” Olivia Dean also appears
Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 Countdown for May 23, 2026 | Billboard News
Ella Langley continues her dominant run in the top two spots with “Choosin’ Texas” and “Be Her,” Bruno Mars also gets two top 10 entries with “I Just Might” and “Risk It All,” Olivia Dean also appears twice in this week’s top 10 with “So Easy (To Fall In Love)” and “Man I Need.” Tetris […]
Michael Jackson Rules Billboard Artist 100 for First Time, Thanks to Continued ‘Michael’ Biopic Success
The King of Pop is the sixth artist to reach No. 1 posthumously, and just the second this decade.
UMG CFO: Downtown Will Add 15 to 20 Million Euros to Virgin Music Group Revenue in the Coming Years
Virgin Music, physical distribution and publishing are currently growing at faster rates than the much larger recorded music division, Matt Ellis said.
Billboard & Montauk Yacht Club Announce the Return of Marina Music Series With Washed Out DJ Set
More lineup announcements will be shared throughout the summer.
Billboard & Montauk Yacht Club Announce the Return of Marina Music Series With Washed Out DJ Set
More lineup announcements will be shared throughout the summer.
UMG CFO: Downtown Will Add 15 to 20 Million Euros to Virgin Music Group Revenue in the Coming Years
Virgin Music, physical distribution and publishing are currently growing at faster rates than the much larger recorded music division, Matt Ellis said.
‘Adding Fuel to the Fire’: How Soaring Gas Prices Made a Difficult Touring Market Even Worse
With the Iran war sending the price of fuel skyrocketing, artists already squeezed by post-pandemic cost increases are being confronted with even tighter margins.
Mariah the Scientist Makes Her Award Show Performance Debut at Billboard Women in Music 2026
The Rising Star Award presented by Honda Stage turned the evening into an intimate, late-night dreamscape with surprise guest Kali Uchis
Jermaine Jackson Told to Pay $6.5 Million After Failing to Contest Rape Case
A default judgment was delivered in a lawsuit accusing Jackson of a 1988 rape
Mariah the Scientist Makes Her Award Show Performance Debut at Billboard Women in Music 2026
The Rising Star Award presented by Honda Stage turned the evening into an intimate, late-night dreamscape with surprise guest Kali Uchis
Michael Jackson's 'Billie Jean' Reaches No. 1 Globally
The two most recent top songs in the world are catalog classics, as “Billie Jean” dethrones Justin Bieber and Nicki Minaj’s “Beauty and a Beat.”
‘Adding Fuel to the Fire’: How Soaring Gas Prices Made a Difficult Touring Market Even Worse
With the Iran war sending the price of fuel skyrocketing, artists already squeezed by post-pandemic cost increases are being confronted with even tighter margins.
Blessd Says Being a Dad Is Something He Always Dreamed Of | Billboard News
Blessd says that ever since he was 15 years old, “I used to tell my friends that by 26, I wanted to be a dad.” He also talks about his new private jet, his new album and his hopes for Colombia in the World Cup. Blessd: Ever since I was 15, I used to tell […]
Michael Jackson’s ‘Billie Jean’ Thrills at No. 1 on Billboard Global 200
The two most recent top songs in the world are catalog classics, as “Billie Jean” dethrones Justin Bieber and Nicki Minaj’s “Beauty and a Beat.”
The Longest-Leading Billboard Hot 100 No. 1s
A select few hits have led the chart for at least 10 weeks.
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Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Notches Milestone 10th Week at No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100
Plus, feats for Olivia Dean and Bruno Mars.
SGAE Reports Record Revenue for 2025
The entity closed its best year to date, driven by major tours by international acts such as AC/DC and Ed Sheeran, and local artists such as Joaquín Sabina and Aitana.