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U.K. Jazz is Reaching New Heights, But the Scene Still Has a Major Gender Imbalance U.K. Jazz is Reaching New Heights, But the Scene Still Has a Major Gender Imbalance

New research from Women In Jazz says the genre has a long way to go in creating a level playing..
Lynne Small to Step Down as ARIA and PPCA Chief Operating Officer Lynne Small to Step Down as ARIA and PPCA Chief Operating Officer

Small has spent 28 years with the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) and Phonographic ..
The Deals: RCA Records Partners With Chinese Hip-Hop Label, EMPIRE Invests in un:hurd music The Deals: RCA Records Partners With Chinese Hip-Hop Label, EMPIRE Invests in un:hurd music

Also this week: A new music generative AI player emerges, J-pop company Asobisystem teams up with..
Chappell Roan, Violet Chachki & One Lucky Fan Turned the Internet Into Chaos Over an Earring Chappell Roan, Violet Chachki & One Lucky Fan Turned the Internet Into Chaos Over an Earring

The girls are (not actually) fighting over a piece of discarded jewelry!
UFC Fight Night 254 Livestream: How to Watch Marvin Vettori vs. Roman Dolidze 2 Online UFC Fight Night 254 Livestream: How to Watch Marvin Vettori vs. Roman Dolidze 2 Online

Live from Las Vegas, the MMA middleweight bout livestreams on Saturday (Mar. 15).
Playboi Carti Interviews FKA Twigs, Thanks Her For Being a ‘Day One’ Supporter Playboi Carti Interviews FKA Twigs, Thanks Her For Being a ‘Day One’ Supporter

The two eccentric stars chatted about their early days in a new interview.
Offset Sues ‘Set It Off’ Song Producer in Lawsuit Over Royalty Contract Dispute Offset Sues ‘Set It Off’ Song Producer in Lawsuit Over Royalty Contract Dispute

Attorneys for the ex-Migos star say a producer who worked on one of the album's tracks has been..
Which Rock Bands Have Reached the 1 Billion Stream Per Year Mark? Not As Many As You’d Think Which Rock Bands Have Reached the 1 Billion Stream Per Year Mark? Not As Many As You’d Think

Some of the biggest-selling rock artists in the world are not reaching benchmarks that many..
The Ultimate Guide to Family-Friendly Music Events in King County, Washington The Ultimate Guide to Family-Friendly Music Events in King County, Washington

Discover the best family-friendly music events in King County, Washington with this ultimate guide..
Jack Harlow’s ‘Whats Poppin’ Becomes His First Diamond-Certified Record Jack Harlow’s ‘Whats Poppin’ Becomes His First Diamond-Certified Record

The news was announced on his 27th birthday.
Everything But the Girl Announces First Live Shows in 25 Years Everything But the Girl Announces First Live Shows in 25 Years

The British dance duo will play live in London in April – but warn there'll be no club bangers.
The Growing Demand for VIP and Premium Tickets at Music Events in King County, Washington The Growing Demand for VIP and Premium Tickets at Music Events in King County, Washington

Discover the rising popularity of VIP and premium ticket options for music events in King County,..
The Supportive Music Network in Fayette County, Georgia The Supportive Music Network in Fayette County, Georgia

Discover the thriving music scene in Fayette County, Georgia and the supportive network that helps..
The Insider's Guide to Music Events in King County, Washington The Insider's Guide to Music Events in King County, Washington

Discover the typical duration of music events in King County, Washington and get insider tips from..
Free Our Art: RIAA-Backed Group Aims to Shield Artists From Legal Scrutiny Over Lyrics Free Our Art: RIAA-Backed Group Aims to Shield Artists From Legal Scrutiny Over Lyrics

Twisting creative expression into courtroom evidence isn’t just wrong — it’s a blatant attack on..
Myriam Hernández on How She Met Karol G G & Their ‘El Hombre Que Yo Amo’ Duet | Billboard.. Myriam Hernández on How She Met Karol G G & Their ‘El Hombre Que Yo Amo’ Duet | Billboard..

Myriam Hernández shares how she began hosting the Festival de Viña, recounts the story of how she..
MLB Players’ Union & Bad Bunny’s Rimas Sports Settle Lawsuit Over Agent Violations MLB Players’ Union & Bad Bunny’s Rimas Sports Settle Lawsuit Over Agent Violations

The settlement arrives after accusations that the sports agency violated MLBPA regulations by..
The Struggles of Being a Musician in Fayette County, Georgia The Struggles of Being a Musician in Fayette County, Georgia

Discover the unique challenges that musicians face in Fayette County, Georgia and how they overcome ..
Experience the Vibrant Music Scene in King County, Washington Experience the Vibrant Music Scene in King County, Washington

Experience the vibrant and diverse music scene in King County, Washington. From intimate coffee..
The Thriving Music Community in Fayette County, Georgia The Thriving Music Community in Fayette County, Georgia

Discover the tight-knit community of talented musicians in Fayette County, Georgia who support and..
Eminem Used Anthony Mackie’s Own Life Story to Diss Him in ‘8 Mile,’ the Actor Says Eminem Used Anthony Mackie’s Own Life Story to Diss Him in ‘8 Mile,’ the Actor Says

“Eminem is such a brilliant dude, Mackie shared in a new interview.
R. Kelly Assistant’s Defamation Lawsuit Over ‘Surviving R. Kelly’ Documentary Dismissed By Judge R. Kelly Assistant’s Defamation Lawsuit Over ‘Surviving R. Kelly’ Documentary Dismissed By Judge

A former employee alleged the Lifetime doc falsely portrayed her in a sinister light, but a federal ..
Watch Sting & Shaggy Sing About Donald Trump’s Economy & Elon Musk on ‘The Tonight Show’ Watch Sting & Shaggy Sing About Donald Trump’s Economy & Elon Musk on ‘The Tonight Show’

The duo also performed their new collaboration, Til a Mawnin.
Sabrina Carpenter Says Toora Loora to London With Lively Cover of ‘Come On Eileen’ Sabrina Carpenter Says Toora Loora to London With Lively Cover of ‘Come On Eileen’

The singer took on the beloved 1982 Dexys Midnight Runners hit at the O2 Arena on Sunday night.
White Men Continue to Dominate Music Executive Leadership Ranks: USC Annenberg Study White Men Continue to Dominate Music Executive Leadership Ranks: USC Annenberg Study

The latest report from the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative found that women and people of color..
SZA Calls Kendrick Lamar a ‘Wizard,’ Hints at ‘Insane’ Tour Plans SZA Calls Kendrick Lamar a ‘Wizard,’ Hints at ‘Insane’ Tour Plans

“Wizards tend to be solitary beings from my observation, SZA told Jimmy Kimmel.
How Lady Gaga Managed to Conjure the Past & Look to the Future on ‘Mayhem’ How Lady Gaga Managed to Conjure the Past & Look to the Future on ‘Mayhem’

On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are marveling at the high-wire act Gaga pulled ..
Carín León Rises Above All on Regional Mexican Airplay With ‘El Amor De Mi Herida’ Carín León Rises Above All on Regional Mexican Airplay With ‘El Amor De Mi Herida’

The song is the singer-songwriter’s fastest run to the top among seven rulers.
Carín León Rises Above All on Regional Mexican Airplay With ‘El Amor De Mi Vida’ Carín León Rises Above All on Regional Mexican Airplay With ‘El Amor De Mi Vida’

The song is the singer-songwriter’s fastest run to the top among seven rulers.
SiriusXM Lays Off Employees for Third Consecutive Year SiriusXM Lays Off Employees for Third Consecutive Year

On Tuesday (March 11), CFO Tom Barry said the company saw an advertising “drop-off” from tariff..
Country Publishers Quarterly: Warner Chappell Is On a (Jelly) Roll Country Publishers Quarterly: Warner Chappell Is On a (Jelly) Roll

For the fourth quarter of 2024, Pulse makes the Country Airplay top 10 for the first time, and WCM..
Bre Tiesi Explains Why She Isn’t ‘Threatened’ by Nick Cannon’s Relationships With His Other.. Bre Tiesi Explains Why She Isn’t ‘Threatened’ by Nick Cannon’s Relationships With His Other..

The reality star also revealed the closest she's ever come to feeling jealous of the other women.
Breaking Benjamin Talks Upcoming Album, Taking Time to Get the Music Just Right: Listen Breaking Benjamin Talks Upcoming Album, Taking Time to Get the Music Just Right: Listen

“We’re still trying to dodge the sophomore slump going into record [No.] 7, says guitarist Jasen..
Molotov Vocalist Tito Fuentes Announces Hiatus Due to Health Issues, Jay de la Cueva to Replace Him Molotov Vocalist Tito Fuentes Announces Hiatus Due to Health Issues, Jay de la Cueva to Replace Him

Fuentes said he is undergoing a physical and mental rehabilitation process.
Miley Cyrus ‘Flowers’ Lawsuit: Judge Skeptical of Her Bid to Escape Copyright Case Miley Cyrus ‘Flowers’ Lawsuit: Judge Skeptical of Her Bid to Escape Copyright Case

At a hearing in Los Angeles, a federal judge looks unlikely to immediately dismiss a lawsuit..
Stephen Schwartz to Receive Johnny Mercer Award at 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala Stephen Schwartz to Receive Johnny Mercer Award at 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala

Four of Schwartz’s songs have become top 20 hits on the Billboard Hot 100.
Tyler, the Creator Gives the Converse One Star CC Slip Pro a Grassy Makeover: Shop Here Tyler, the Creator Gives the Converse One Star CC Slip Pro a Grassy Makeover: Shop Here

The collaboration is offered in colorways of forest elf, forget me not and black beauty.
Rihanna Claps Back at Critic After Posting Delivery Pics & More | Billboard News Rihanna Claps Back at Critic After Posting Delivery Pics & More | Billboard News

Rihanna posted her delivery pictures of her sons RZA and Riot Rose, and when one critic had..
WMG CEO Robert Kyncl Says ‘Building’ an Indie Distributor ‘Might Be Better’ Than Buying One WMG CEO Robert Kyncl Says ‘Building’ an Indie Distributor ‘Might Be Better’ Than Buying One

Kyncl says the major is not willing to grow [indie distribution] at all costs in a talk that also..
ROSÉ & Bruno Mars’ ‘APT.’ Leases Record-Extending 17th Week at No. 1 on Billboard Global Excl. U.S.. ROSÉ & Bruno Mars’ ‘APT.’ Leases Record-Extending 17th Week at No. 1 on Billboard Global Excl. U.S..

Plus, Lady Gaga and Mars’ “Die With a Smile” tops the Global 200 for an 11th week.