Tay Keith, Visionary Hip-Hop Producer Behind Chart-Topping Hits, Dies at 29
The music world is mourning the unexpected loss of BryTavious Chambers, professionally known as Tay Keith, the prodigious hip-hop producer who passed away on Thursday, June 18, at the age…
Zara Larsson’s ‘Midnight Sun’ Shines at No. 1 on Billboard’s Pop Airplay Chart
Swedish pop sensation Zara Larsson has etched her name into the annals of music history, securing a groundbreaking achievement on Billboard’s Pop Airplay chart. Her latest single, "Midnight Sun," ascended…
Billboard’s Friday Music Guide Presents a Global Array of Essential New Releases Featuring FKA twigs, Myles Smith, PJ Morton, and More
This week’s edition of Billboard‘s essential Friday Music Guide serves as an indispensable compass for navigating the vast ocean of New Music Friday releases, spotlighting the key tracks and albums…
Naoki Shimizu on Creativeman’s Global Ascent, Festival Innovation, and the Future of Japanese Music
Naoki Shimizu, President of Creativeman Productions, a pivotal force in Japan’s live music landscape, has been recognized among Billboard’s Global Power Players, a prestigious list acknowledging leaders driving the music…
Post Malone, Noah Kahan, Salt-N-Pepa, Shaboozey to Play Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Special
The 50th annual Macy’s 4th of July fireworks special, a cornerstone of America’s Independence Day celebrations, is set to captivate millions with an unparalleled lineup of musical talent and a…
New York Judge Greenlights Rape Lawsuit Against Russell Simmons, Rejecting Jurisdiction and Release Claims
A New York state court has delivered a significant ruling, allowing a civil rape lawsuit against music mogul Russell Simmons to proceed despite his residency in Indonesia and his legal…
Howie D Embraces His Puerto Rican Roots in ‘Coqui’: ‘I’ve Held Myself Back, But Now is the Time’
In a significant artistic evolution, Howie Dorough, a pivotal member of the iconic Backstreet Boys, has officially launched his solo Spanish-language single, "Coqui," which premiered exclusively on Billboard on Wednesday,…













