Not ‘True Blue’: John Williamson Says Anti-Immigration Protesters ‘Hijacked’ His Song
John Williamson, the Australian “bush music” legend, has criticized a nationwide anti-immigration protest where his signature song, “True Blue,” was reportedly played without his approval. Thousands gathered in several Australian capital cities last Sunday, Oct. 19 for the “March for Australia” rallies, which formed as a collective voice against the federal government’s immigration policies, and for […]
Superstar Q+A with Kali Uchis | Billboard Latin Music Week 2025
Kali Uchis does a superstar q&a with Billboard’s Associate Editor of Billboard Español, Isabela Raygoza at Billboard’s Latin Music Week 2025.
Teenage Artist Behind Dance Hit ‘Passo Bem Solto’ Sues Broke Records to Break ‘Predatory’ Deal
Broke Records is facing a lawsuit from ATLXS, the 18-year-old Italian artist behind the hit dance track “Passo Bem Solto,” who alleges the indie label is refusing to release him from a distribution deal he signed as a minor. Broke, co-founded by Andre Benz and Brandon De Oliveira in 2023 in partnership with Create Music […]
Signed: Spice Girls Icon Melanie C Inks Virgin Label Deal; 156/Silence Raises Volume With Pure Noise
The sheer number of artist signings announced on a weekly basis makes it difficult to keep up, no matter how closely you pay attention to the industry news cycle. That’s why every other Tuesday, Billboard compiles the latest signings to labels, distributors, agencies, management companies and more, in an effort to provide a snapshot of […]
Breaking Stereotypes: Tokischa & Ivy Queen | Billboard Latin Music Week 2025
From feminism to sexuality, a conversation between legendary icon, Ivy Queen, and an icon in the making, Tokischa.
Louis Tomlinson Says He’ll ‘Forever Despise’ Logan Paul After Controversial Liam Payne Interview
Louis Tomlinson had some choice words for Logan Paul in a recent interview, with the former One Direction star saying he’ll “forever despise” the YouTuber for the way he handled an interview with late bandmate Liam Payne in 2022. In a profile for The Independent published over the weekend, Tomlinson didn’t hold back when asked […]
Kali Uchis Remembers Early Career Struggles at Latin Music Week 2025: ‘I Really Started at the Bottom’
Kali Uchis remembered her humble beginnings in music on Tuesday (Oct. 21) at Billboard Latin Music Week, where she sat for a Superstar Q&A moderated by Billboard Español‘s associated editor Isabela Raygoza at The Fillmore Miami Beach on the second day of the event. The Colombian-American artist — who just wrapped up her Sincerely, Tour in […]
David Geffen’s Estranged Husband Drops ‘Lifetime Support’ Lawsuit, But Divorce Fight Drags On
David Geffen’s estranged husband has dropped a scandalous lawsuit that leveled shocking abuse allegations against the music and film mogul while seeking lifelong financial support. Geffen will continue to fight it out in divorce court over temporary spousal support and potential asset division with Donovan Michaels, a former exotic dancer who married the 82-year-old billionaire […]
Drake Celebrates Toronto Blue Jays Making First World Series in 32 Years: ‘We’re Going to the Big Show’
Drake is always repping for Toronto, and he celebrated in style with the Blue Jays punching their first ticket to the World Series since 1993 on Monday. The 6 God was living and dying with every pitch of game 7 as the Blue Jays won a classic behind a George Springer go-ahead three-run homer to […]
How It’s Done: Here’s Where to Shop ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Monopoly Games Before It’s Gone for Good
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. No, you’re not dreaming. Hasbro just dropped a KPop Demon Hunters Monopoly game, and it’s currently available for preorder. The latest […]