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Offset Teases Migos’ Long-Awaited ‘Culture III’ Album Amid Quavo-Saweetie Split
The teaser prompted overjoyed reactions in the comments from numerous all-star rappers, including Snoop Dogg, Chance the Rapper and Rich the Kid. “LESSGOOOO,” Chance commented. “Time to go crazy,” Offset replied. Offset’s Culture III post arrived amid the highly publicized breakup between Migos’ Quavo and Saweetie. On Friday, the “Icy Girl” rapper tweeted that she was single, saying she’s suffered “too much betrayal and hurt behind the scenes.” Hours later, Quavo took to Twitter to express his discomfort with airing out dirty laundry from their relationship of nearly two years. After churning out Culture and Culture II in 2017 and 2018, respectively, Migos temporarily went on hiatus to test the waters on solo careers. I...
Demi Lovato Opens Up About Her Recovery After Drug Overdose: ‘I Had to Essentially Die to Wake Up’
The singer also opened up about the progress she’s made in dealing with her substance abuse issues since last appearing on CBS Sunday Morning in 2016. “I was probably 24 when we did the interview, Lovato says. “I’m in recovery for a bunch of things and I had been sober for how many years, but I’m still miserable. For the first time in my life, I had to essentially die to wake up.” Lovato’s CBS Sunday Morning interview — which airs March 21 at 9 a.m. ET — arrives ahead of the singer’s four-part documentary series, Demi Lovato: Dancing With the Devil, premiering March 23 on YouTube. The tell-all docuseries explores Lovato’s devastating overdose, which left her with three strokes and a heart attack, as well as blind s...
Nicki Minaj’s Mother Files $150M Lawsuit Against Driver Charged in Father’s Hit-and-Run Death
“He was not only irresponsible and negligent, but more concerned about running away and hiding than seeking help,” Crump’s post continued. “Polevich’s behavior was criminal, cowardly, and immoral. We will hold him responsible for his reckless actions that led to Robert Maraj’s death!” Polevich’s attorney, Marc C. Gann, sent the following statement to Billboard: “Mr. Polevich has expressed empathy and condolences to the Maraj family. While the civil suit is not unexpected, the criminal charges pending against Mr. Polevich have no bearing on the civil case. It has yet to be determined whether there was any negligence involved in the accident or the degrees of any negligence. I will add that the amount demanded is shocking to say the least...
Lana Del Rey Teases ‘Rock Candy Sweet,’ Her ‘Next Record’
“Just want to say thank you again for the kind articles like this one and for reminding me that my career was built on cultural appropriation and glamorizing domestic abuse,” she quipped via sideways text overlaying the article. “I will continue to challenge those thoughts on my next record on June 1 titled Rock Candy Sweet.” In her latest Instagram post, she repeated that album announcement: “ROCK CANDY SWEET,” she captioned a photo of herself. “June 1.” Billboard has reached out to a representative for Lana Del Rey for comment about Rock Candy Sweet. Her new album Chemtrails Over the Country Club, featuring singles “Let Me Love You Like a Woman,” “Chemtrails Over the Country Club” and “White Dress,” is av...
Lauren Alaina Tests Positive for COVID-19
“I’m so disappointed I won’t be at the show, but it may help cheer me up a bit if you go and send me videos and pictures,” she wrote. “Please go to the show tonight and celebrate my friends Jon Pardi, Jordan Davis, Travis Denning, and Priscilla Block. Thanks to WAMZ and WBUL for being so understanding.” On her Instagram Stories on Saturday, Alaina checked in with fans to give an update about her symptoms. “I am resting up and trying to feel a bit better,” said Alaina. “Some people have it way worse than me, so I just have a little bit of shortness of breath, a really bad headache, no taste or smell, pretty bad congestion and I feel pretty tired. But I overall feel like it’s going to be OK.” You Deserve to Make Money Eve...
5 Uplifting Moments in Latin Music This Week (March 20)
Chacal welcomes his baby Wearing his heart on his sleeves, Cuban artist Chacal dropped a heartfelt ballad called “Amén,” in honor of his son’s birth. In the music video, he’s seen wearing all white and playing the piano on a secluded beach, where he’s later joined by a potent choir. Other sweet scenes document a woman’s pregnancy to the birth of her child. “It’s dedicated to my son, Milan, and especially to all the sons in the world,” he wrote on social media. Los Rabanes celebrates 25-year trajectory Panamanian rock band Los Rabanes is celebrating their 25-year trajectory with the release of their album 25 (Live). On the 16-songs set, the reggae-rock group relives some of their biggest hits including “Bam Bam,” “...
Britney Spears’ Mom Encourages Star to Sing ‘Again’ With Throwback Video
Spears added, “I’ve actually never watched this performance … it’s definitely from a while ago !!!! It’s from one of the first trips I took alone … mostly I just remember saying ‘WOW Singapore.'” Spears’ post drew comments from thousands of supportive fans echoing her mom’s encouraging words. “Please sing again,” one fan pleaded. Another wrote, “Listen to your mom and release the album.” Elle King also chimed in on the comments, writing, “SING FOR US BRIT! We love you so much.” And Jordin Sparks shared several emojis with a smiling face and tear. See Spears’ Instagram post here. In February, Spears shared another throwback video of herself performing “Toxic” in 2017, reminding fans that she’s en...
First Spin: The Week’s Best New Dance Tracks From Baauer, Boys Noize, Sidepiece & More
Boys Noize & Kelsey Lu, “Ride or Die” feat. Chilly Gonzales When you think of Boys Noize, you probably think about pounding techno, acid disco, electro-hop and mind-melting modular synths. With “Ride or Die,” the German DJ and producer proves his prowess with emotional melodies. The Kelsey Lu collab builds off a melancholy harpsichord melody, originally recorded by pianist Chilly Gonzales on a spinet. The producer wanted to build a “big music contrast” around the recording, and the juxtaposition of the classical with the mechanical made him think of Lu, who he once saw shred on a cello patched through guitar pedals. Lu accepted the invitation, and when they got in the studio, Boys Noize says he felt “a rare, special energy.” “Like joining contrasting sounds to make something totally ne...
How ‘El Amor En Los Tiempos Del Perreo’ Defines Piso 21’s Musical Evolution
Lorduy, who had a solo career for nine years before joining Piso, admits he faced many insecurities upon joining the group because of their solid career and faithful fanbase. In the end, he jumped on board because “opportunities this big are not seen every day.” Now, 14-years into their journey and with a suitcase full of new music, Piso 21 feels confident of their musical proposal. “On the album, you’ll find a new Piso 21 with different sounds, flows, and structures,” notes Lorduy. “Pablo is more involved in the chorus, Dim harmonizes more, El Profe contributes more with his flow and lyrics, and I believe we are the perfect combination.” As for essential tracks on the album, each member recommends their favorites. “Dejalo,” says Dim, because it brings to the forefront Colombiana newcomer ...
Karol G & Anuel AA Call It Quits After Dating for Two Years: Report
The two have collaborated multiple times since, including Anuel’s “China” with Daddy Yankee, Ozuna and J Balvin; “Dices Que Te Vas”; Hear this Music’s “Tu No Amas”; the quarantine-born “Follow”; and, most recently, with Balvin on Karol’s country-tinged urban bop “Location,” which debuted at No. 6 on the Hot Latin Songs chart dated Feb. 27. Currently, Anuel is making the rounds with Los Dioses, his joint album with Ozuna, which debuted at No. 1 on the Top Latin Albums chart (dated Feb. 6), marking the first to debut atop the chart in 2021. Meanwhile, Karol revealed that her third studio album KG0516 will be released on March 25. She also unveiled the official “cover of my dreams,” shot by David LaChapelle. Billboard reached out to both Karol’s and Anuel’s camps for further comme...
M&Ms Launch Curated Spotify Playlists for Life’s Sweetest Moments
There are 28 different M&M’s messages packs available, each with its own unique message and complementary Spotify playlist to match the theme. Some themes include “Have a great day pretending to do work” matched with a playlist oozing boss energy and “Slay Girl,” which features a playlist filled with female artists. “Music and M&M’S have an incredible power to help us connect to one another and celebrate life,” said Allison Miazga-Bedrick, Mars Wrigley senior brand director, in a press statement. “Incorporating music into M&M’S Messages packs are a new way for us to help fans share their true selves and connect with others, which helps us live our purpose of better moments and more smiles.” “There̵...
Snoop Dogg, Post Malone & More Musician-Owned Wines You Need to Try
Mary J. Blige – Sun Goddess Wines To make summer of 2020 a bit more breezy at the beginning of quarantine, Mary J. Blige teamed up with Fantinel Winery to unveil Sun Goddess Wines. The Sun Goddess collection features an Italian Pinot Grigio Ramato and an Italian Sauvignon Blanc. The “Sun Goddess” name was inspired by Blige’s powerful childhood memories with her mother and an endless love for the warmth of the sun. Order it with one-hour delivery on Drizly here. Post Malone – Maison No. 9 The “Circles” star also created his own sip of summer in 2020, launching a French rosé wine called Maison No. 9 inspired by his love of the Mediterranean lifestyle and rosé. The wine is named after Post’s favorite taro...
