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Atlantic Records Signs Rapper Rozei, Thanks Partly to Fortnite Gamers: Exclusive

The artist's breakthrough track "Ooo La La" was embraced by the gaming community. Atlantic Records has signed 21-year-old Pennsylvania singer, rapper and producer Rozei, who premieres the futuristic music video for his breakout track “Ooo La La” exclusively below. The artist born Carter Perkins first started making music in a DIY studio he fashioned out […]

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Spotify Celebrates Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month With 'Our Roots. Our Sound.': Exclusive

“Visibility and inclusivity are more important than ever for Asian communities, and we’re proud to support,” says Marian Dicus, vp, co-head of music at Spotify. Spotify is using its platform to lift up the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community at a time that’s arguably more important than ever. Billboard can exclusively share the first details […]

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'Baby' One More Time: YoungBoy Never Broke Again's '38 Baby 2' Bounces DaBaby From No. 1 on Billboard 200

YoungBoy Never Broke Again scores his second No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart, as his latest release, 38 Baby 2, bounds in atop the tally. The set arrives with 67,000 equivalent album units earned in the U.S. in the week ending April 30, according to Nielsen Music/MRC Data. 38 Baby 2 is the […]

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Lil Nas X Shares Nude Photos of Himself Posing in a Hot Tub: See the Pics

Lil Nas X is baring it all for his fans. The 21-year-old “Old Town Road” artist took to social media Saturday (May 2) to share a series of nude photos of himself posing in a hot tub. The mini photo shoot finds the rapper in a variety of poses, ranging from muscle flexing to a […]

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Here's What Went Down at Highsnobiety Soundsystem On-Air

In the absence of parties during this global lockdown, Highsnobiety Soundsystem brought the party to your home this Friday. We linked with Bossy LDN for an epic nine-hour livestream, bringing the littest tunes and vibes to all of you self-isolating. Highsnobiety Soundsystem On-Air kicked off with a very special intro message by one of the show’s stars, Laz Alonso. […]

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Chris Evans Is Reuniting the Avengers for a Virtual Hangout

Chris Evans is bringing together the original six Avengers for a virtual hangout with fans – and it’s all for a good cause. This weekend, the Captain America actor joined Instagram. On his new profile, the star urged fans to take part in the “#AllinChallenge,” where celebrities raise money for charity through special experiences or events. “Here’s what […]

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Gorillaz & Skepta Pay Tribute to Tony Allen on New Song

Gorillaz have linked with Skepta to pay tribute to the late Afrobeat legend Tony Allen in the animated band’s new track “How Far?” Tony Allen passed away on April 30 at the age of 79. The Nigerian musician, and Fela Kuti’s longtime drummer, was largely credited with innovating Afrobeat and bringing it to a global audience. Allen was […]

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Artist Lushsux is Trolling 50 Cent With Hilarious Murals

50 Cent is wrapped up in another bizarre feud and this time he is getting a taste of his own medicine. An Australian street artist is trolling the rap mogul with hilarious murals depicting the rapper as other celebrities. Lushsux, the anonymous artist who has drawn comparisons to Banksy in Australia, has reimagined 50 Cent as pop culture figures such […]

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First Beat: New Music From YG, French Montana and Brandy

Another Friday in quarantine means jam-packed music in the hip-hop and R&B world for us to sit back and enjoy. Led by Drake’s surprise project Dark Lane Demo Tapes, fans will have a multitude of options today. See some of our favorite picks below. YG, “Laugh Now, Kry Later”  YG’s consistency can’t be understated. His […]

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Tiffany Haddish Reveals She's Quarantining With Common

Tiffany Haddish revealed in a social media livestream on Thursday (April 30) that she’s cozying up with none other than Common during quarantine. The moment came when the actress went on Instagram Live with pals Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union to chat about their new quarantine-themed PSA for Budweiser. “What kind of tea you got? […]