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Ariana Grande & Thundercat Deliver Surprise Performance of ‘Them Changes’ at Adult Swim Festival
Ariana Grande and Thundercat dropped by the virtual Adult Swim Festival on Friday night (Nov. 13), delivering a surprise performance of the latter’s “Them Changes.” Both performed the funky track in cat ears, with Thundercat rocking the base while Grande provided her characteristically soaring vocals. This also isn’t the first time the pop singer covered “Them Changes.” Back in 2018, she performed the track in BBC’s Live Lounge. {“nid”:”9484117″,”type”:”post”,”title”:”How Ariana Grande Navigated Billboard's New Bundling Rules to Earn Top 'Positions'”,”relative_path”:”\/articles\/business\/9484117\/merch-bundles-chart-rules-ariana-grande-album-release...
Watch Ally Brooke Surprise a Super Fifth Harmony Fan & Blood Cancer Survivor Who’s a ‘BO$$’
Ally Brooke surprised a 16-year-old blood cancer survivor named Caitlin on Friday (Nov. 13) as part of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Random Acts of Light movement. At the age of 12, she was diagnosed with blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm (BPDCN) and had to be in isolation for 100 days in her hospital room to receive a stem cell transplant. That’s when she turned to the music of Bruno Mars, Meghan Trainor and Fifth Harmony. But she had no idea she’d meet Brooke and discuss “BO$$,” one of her favorite 5H songs that she said “brought light to my parents and all the nurses who saw” her sing it every day. “I’m so honored that I and we could be such a beautiful part of your journey to give you so much light and hope and jo...
Ben Platt Celebrates ’10 Gay A– Months’ With Boyfriend Noah Galvin
Ben Platt is celebrating a new milestone with boyfriend Noah Galvin. The “Grow As We Go” singer took to his Instagram Story this week to share an adorable selfie with his arm around Galvin. “10 gay-ass months,” he captioned the sweet snap. "dez meses muito gays" Ben Platt via Instagram Stories pic.twitter.com/KT3aftXrzD — Ben Platt Brasil (@benplattbr) November 12, 2020 {“nid”:”9457193″,”type”:”post”,”title”:”Ben Platt & Cynthia Erivo Team Up With The Trevor Project to Share Steps to 'CARE' for LGTBQ Youth”,”relative_path”:”\/articles\/news\/pride\/9457193\/ben-platt-cynthia-erivo-the-trevor-project-national-suicide-prevention-month-care\/”,”...
What’s Your Favorite Song From Justin Bieber’s ‘Purpose’ Album? Vote!
Justin Bieber has a purpose to celebrate today (Nov. 13): He released his fourth album Purpose five years ago. Which track remains your favorite to this day? From the deluxe album’s 19 tracks, he’s notched three No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100: “What Do You Mean?,” “Sorry” and “Love Yourself.” The “PURPOSE: The Movement” dance visual for “Sorry” remains one of the most-viewed YouTube videos with 3.3 billion views and counting. This album also marks the first time Bieber’s worked with Halsey (“The Feeling”) and Nas (“We Are”). {“nid”:”9482911″,”type”:”post”,”title”:”Listen to Justin Bieber's 'Rockin' Around...
First Beat: New Music From Future & Lil Uzi Vert, 2 Chainz, City Girls and More
For this week’s edition of First Beat, 2 Chainz dishes out his new album, Future and Lil Uzi Vert team back up and City Girls gift fans a mega-remix. Check it out below. {“nid”:”9472015″,”type”:”post”,”title”:”First Beat: New Music From Ty Dolla $ign, Saweetie, Jack Harlow and More”,”relative_path”:”\/articles\/columns\/hip-hop\/9472015\/first-beat-ty-dolla-sign-saweetie-jack-harlow\/”,”media”:{“width”:”1548″,”height”:”1024″,”extension”:”jpg”,”mime_type”:”image\/jpeg”,”type”:”image”,”path”:”https:\/\/static.billboard.com\/files\/media\/Ty-Dol...
Lali Breaks Down 5 Essential Tracks on New Album ‘Libra’
Lali surprised fans with the release of her fourth studio album Libra, showcasing her musical growth and versatility as an artist, from sensual trap to infectious pop fusions. Libra is home to 11 tracks, including the already-released “Laligera,” “Lo Que Tengo Yo,” “Fascinada,” and “Como Asi” featuring CNCO, in addition to collaborations with Mau y Ricky, Noriel, and the Cazzu-assisted focus track “Ladron.” If naming the album after her zodiac sign is any indication, the Argentine artist is more unapologetic and woke than ever. “This is the first album where all the songs are individual protagonists,” Lali tells Billboard, describing each song as having their own vibe. {“nid”:”9483161″,”type”:”post”,”title”:”20 Latina ...
Lil Nas X Brings the ‘Holiday’ Spirit to His New Single: Watch
Lil Nas X is putting his own spin on the “Holiday” season, dropping his new single on Friday (Nov. 13). The singer teased the song and its accompanying music video over the weekend during the New Orleans Saints vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers game. His “Old Town Road” leads him to a new adventure, as he’s given the role of Santa Claus after a day of drinking prevents the beloved holiday figure from completing his duties. {“nid”:”9476559″,”type”:”post”,”title”:”Lil Nas X Dazzles With Nicki Minaj-Inspired Halloween Costume”,”relative_path”:”\/articles\/columns\/hip-hop\/9476559\/lil-nas-x-nicki-minaj-super-bass-halloween-costume\/”,”media”:{“width”:&#...
Here Are the Lyrics to Trippie Redd’s ‘Weeeeee’
Trippie Redd has listeners screaming “Weeeeee” like they’re on the ride of a lifetime with his latest hit, which debuts at No. 80 on the Billboard Hot 100 this week (dated Nov. 14). The song is from his latest album Pegasus, which soared to No. 1 on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. {“nid”:”9482948″,”type”:”post”,”title”:”Trippie Redd\u2019s \u2018Pegasus\u2019 Flies Into No. 1 Slot on Top R&B\/Hip-Hop Albums”,”relative_path”:”\/articles\/business\/chart-beat\/9482948\/trippie-redd-pegasus-number-1-rb-hip-hop-albums-chart\/”,”media”:{“width”:1548,”height”:1024,”extension”:”jpg”,”mime_type”:&...
Jhay Cortez Says New Single ‘Kobe En LA’ Represents His Two Moods: ‘They’ll Get to Know the Real Me’
Still riding high from the success of his and Bad Bunny’s chart-topping collaboration “Dákiti,” Jhay Cortez is maintaining his momentum. The Puerto Rican singer-songwriter released his latest single “Kobe En LA,” an experimental uptempo reggaetón track, which he says showcases his two “big moods.” The song kicks off with a dramatic interlude the 27-year-old calls “el precio de la fama (the cost of fame),” featuring Buscabulla lead singer Raquel Berrios. “The cool thing about this song is that I wasn’t planning on releasing it this way,” Cortez tells Billboard. “Initially, these were two completely separate songs, but then I thought, why not just join them? And I loved how it turned out.” Toward the end of t...
Rapper Shyne Barrow Is Elected to Belize’s House of Representatives
Belize held its national elections on Wednesday (Nov. 11), and while Prime Minister Dean Barrow will be replaced by John Briceño of the People’s United Party, Barrow’s lineage lives on the country’s government. The prime minister’s son and former rapper, Moses “Shyne” Barrow, won the Mesopotamia seat in Belize City for the House of Representatives. His sister, Denise “Sista B” Barrow, won the Queen’s Square constituency. Shyne served in U.S. prison from 2001 to 2009, for his part in a nightclub shooting involving Diddy and was charged with attempted murder, assault and reckless endangerment. {“nid”:”266804″,”type”:”post”,”title”:”Shyne Makes First Public Appearance In Bel...
Who Should Win Best New Artist at the 2020 Latin Grammys? Vote!
The 21st annual Latin Grammys, led by 13-time nominee J Balvin, is officially a week away, and one of the coveted awards of the night is best new artist. This year, the Latin Recording Academy highlights 11 up-and-coming artists across the music spectrum, including Anuel AA, Rauw Alejandro, Mike Bahia, Nicki Nicole, Cazzu, Nathy Peluso, Pitizion, Conociendo Rusia, Soy Emilia, Kurt, and Wos. Returning with a “music makes us human” theme that highlights musical excellence and the power of music in times of despair, the event will also showcase diverse stories of hope, community, sense of purpose, and celebration. {“nid”:”9456846″,”type”:”post”,”title”:”Meet the 2020 Latin Grammy Best New Artist Nominees: Anuel AA, Nicki Nicole...
Latin Artist on the Rise: Nicki Nicole Goes From Rapping in the Streets of Argentina to Latin Grammy Nominee
Argentine trap artist Nicki Nicole is up for best new artist at this year’s Latin Grammys, sharing the eclectic category with heavy-hitter Anuel AA and fellow Argentine trap artist Cazzu, among others. The nod puts a spotlight on the 20-year-old newcomer, who has been turning heads for her slick rapping skills and fusion R&B and Latin trap. While she’s not a household name for many, she’s been recording music for the past three years, has charted on the Billboard Argentina 100 chart, and is a standout in Argentina’s trap scene, with songs including the uptempo “Colocao” and her latest single “Mala Vida.” Featured in our On the Rise panel during Latin Music Week, Nicki Nicole started freestyling in the streets of Argentina in her teen year...
