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Suspect Arrested for Arson Attack at Brooklyn LGBTQ Club
A man accused of setting a Brooklyn nightclub ablaze earlier this month has been arrested by U.S. Marshals. The Rash nightclub has only been operating in Brooklyn’s Bushwick neighborhood since October of last year. The venue had become a preferred spot among the community’s LGBTQ+ clubbers. But on April 3rd, Rash sustained a fire that reportedly left the property vastly unsalvageable. Now, 24-year-old John Lhota has been identified by security footage and charged with arson. NYC Mayor Eric Adams confirmed the arrest in a statement on Twitter. Sources say Lhota was seen leaving his apartment just a half-mile from Rash before purchasing and filling a red canister of gasoline. Lhota then allegedly entered the club, doused the floor with gasoline...
Carola Delivers Sultry Latin House Single, “Lunchadora”: Listen
Brazilian dance music producer Carola has returned with another sensational single, further cementing her reputation as one to watch from Brazil’s electronic scene. Carola is making a name for herself that extends beyond the borders of her home country. Now ready to make her debut at Tomorrowland this summer, the Brazilian tastemaker is adding to an already impressive studio output with another big production. In “Lunchadora,” Carola showcases her self-taught talent effortlessly by combining her tried-and-true house production prowess with the irrefutable sensuality of Spanish lyricism. Sultry yet elegant—and undeniably alluring—Carola’s new single can bring the heat to any dancefloor. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles “Spanish, for me, has a v...
The Midnight Drop Glam Metal Single “Change Your Heart or Die,” Announce New Tour
Grab your hairspray and sweatbands because The Midnight have dove headfirst into glam metal for their latest single. Released this weekend on Counter Records was the duo’s latest single, “Change Your Heart or Die.” The track has been played at The Midnight’s recent shows and quickly became their most requested ID. Reminiscent of a stadium-igniting rock song, “Change Your Heart or Die” steps away from their electronic-focused sound while also staying true to the niche genre wherein they thrive. Electrifying guitar riffs and anthemic vocals will conjure visuals of crazy hair, tight jeans and a sweaty crowd losing their mind. The bold shift to a glam metal direction was not always the duo’s intent. According to a press release, “Change Your...
Wiz Khalifa and Logic Announce Joint “Vinyl Verse” Tour
Wiz Khalifa and Logic are set to hit the road together for their co-headlining “Vinyl Verse” tour, which will feature special guests DJ DRAMA, C Dot Castro and Fedd the God. Set to kick off on July 27 at the FivePoint Amphitheatre in Irvine, California, the 28-date engagement will see the pair enjoy their summer across the US as they perform in areas like Houston, Atlanta, Brooklyn and Cincinnati before closing the curtain at St. Louis’ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre on September 2. The tour is produced by Live Nation while Citi serves as the official card, and card members will have access to presale tickets on April 19 until April 21. General members of the public can purchase tickets starting April 22 on Ticketmaster. Take a look at the complete list of tour dates below. VINYL VERSE...
Pusha T Announces ‘It’s Almost Dry’ Release Date
Pusha T has officially announced an April 22 release date for his highly-anticipated upcoming album, It’s Almost Dry. The followup to 2018’s DAYTONA is produced entirely by the artist known formerly as Kanye West and Pharrell Williams, and will feature the previously-released singles “Neck & Wrist” with JAY-Z, “Diet Coke” and “Hear Me Clearly” with NIGO, which also appeared on the KENZO creative director’s recently-released album I Know NIGO. “I had the best of both worlds in regards to production and in regards to two people that actually understand who I am and they like two different things from me that I feel are both really great…this body of work is untouchable because it doesn’t lean too heavy on either side…you get the whole spectrum. It’s my most well-rounded body of work,” Ki...
Swedish House Mafia Expand Tour, Announce Grimes and Kaytranada as Opening Acts
On the heels of their co-headlining performance at Coachella on Sunday, Swedish House Mafia have expanded their “Paradise Again Tour” with new dates in New York City, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. What’s more, they’ve confirmed the tour’s support acts, which include Grimes and Kaytranada on select dates. Grimes will appear at SHM’s tour opener in Miami on July 29th, and then again in Austin on August 25th. According to a publicist, she will be performing a DJ set at both shows. Meanwhile, Kaytranada will open SHM’s show in Las Vegas on August 27th. ZHU will open the majority of Swedish House Mafia’s North American shows, while Alesso will tour with the group in the Europe. You can find the tour’s full schedule (and who is opening when) below. Advertisement Related Video Tickets for the n...
3rd Secret, Featuring Nirvana and Soundgarden Members, Unveil First Live Performance: Watch
3rd Secret, the new band featuring former Nirvana bassist Krist Novoselic and Soundgarden members Kim Thayil and Matt Cameron (also of Pearl Jam), have unveiled their first live performance. In keeping with the group’s band name, the performance of the song “I Choose Me” was secretly filmed last month at the Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle. After keeping things tight-lipped, 3rd Secret revealed their existence and released their self-titled first album all in one day last week. In addition to the aforementioned grunge legends, the band is rounded out by guitarist Bubba Dupree (of the ’80s hardcore band Void) and singers Jillian Raye (of Novoselic’s group Giants in the Trees) and Jennifer Johnson. While the 11-song LP has been available to stream since the band went public, the performance...
Mac Miller Drug Dealer Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison
Ryan Michael Reavis, one of three men implicated in the overdose death of Mac Miller, has been sentenced to 10 years and 11 months in prison, Rolling Stone reports. Reavis, 39, was accused of being the middle man between Stephen Andrew Walter, who has pleaded guilty to selling counterfeit oxycodone laced with fentanyl, and Cameron James Pettit, who supplied the pills to Mac Miller. The rapper was found dead on September 6th, 2018 of a lethal combination of fentanyl, cocaine, and alcohol. Before his sentencing, Reavis addressed the court, saying he didn’t know the pills had been responsible for Miller’s death until he was arrested a year later in September of 2019. “This is not just a regular drug case,” he said. “Somebody died, and a family is never going to get their son ba...
How to Get Tickets to Los Ángeles Azules’ 2022 Tour
Los Ángeles Azules, considered one of the greatest ambassadors of cumbia worldwide, will return to the US for the “De Iztapalapa Para el Mundo Tour.” Taking place in Fall 2022 and Spring 2023, the expansive tour spans 34 dates and includes the group’s first-ever shows in cities such as Miami, Boston, and New Orleans. Get tickets here, and read on for more info including pre-sale details. What Is Los Ángeles Azules’ Next Tour? Advertisement Related Video Following the end of their most successful US tour, Los Ángeles Azules have announce their return to the states with their upcoming “De Iztapalapa Para el Mundo Tour.” Produced by Live Nation, the 34-date tour will begin on August 26th in Denver’s Bellco Theater making stops across the US before wrapping up in New Orleans, LA on April 1st, ...
Ohashi Chippoke Showcases Bouncy Next-Gen J-Pop Tunes in April Edition of Billboard Japan & TikTok’s ‘Next Fire’
Billboard Japan and TikTok kicked off the April edition of Next Fire, highlighting singer-songwriter Ohashi Chippoke as this month’s featured artist. Next Fire introduces some of the hottest rising J-pop acts of the moment, based on Billboard Japan’s Heatseekers Songs chart. The collaborative project on TikTok Live streams studio concerts and pre-recorded interviews by the featured artist of the month to present an in-depth look at their career and artistry. Ohashi is a solo artist whose bouncy pop song “Jouryoku” (“Evergreen”) released last year held the top spot on the Heatseekers tally for six consecutive weeks. The 23-year-old performed a live showcase set on Apr. 8, including this breakout hit and an upcoming new track called “Iya demone” due Apr. 29. Ohashi Chippoke appeared in the l...
Here Are 7 Things You Missed at Revolve Festival 2022
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Fashion retailer Revolve teamed up with Los Angeles hospitality company The h.wood Group last weekend to bring some of today’s biggest stars to the desert for Coachella’s most coveted party. Besides some star-studded performances — including a surprise appearance from Post Malone — guests were treated to some exclusive, immersive experiences that doubled as both a moment to try a new product or take a sweet Instagram photo. Billboard was on-site at the big event, so see below for eight of our favorite Revolve Festival moments that made it the ultimate Coache...
Here’s Why Snoop Dogg Says He Pulled Death Row’s Catalog From Streaming
Snoop Dogg’s first course of action after purchasing the Death Row Records brand and catalog in February was seemingly pulling the whole catalog off streaming services — now he’s explained why. In a new interview with REVOLT’s Drink Champs on Friday, Snoop said he removed Death Row’s music — including his 1993 debut Doggystyle and Dr. Dre’s seminal The Chronic — from traditional streaming services “because those platforms don’t pay.” Instead, the rapper claimed he’s planning to launch a standalone “Death Row app” that will host the label’s music. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “Those platforms get millions and millions and millions of streams and nobody gets paid other than the record labels,” said Snoop. “So what I wanted to do is snatch...
