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Britney Spears Shares Emotional Tribute to Estranged Sons Jayden James & Sean Preston on Her 41st Birthday: ‘I Send My Love’
Britney Spears shared a sweet message with her estranged teenage sons on her 41st birthday. The pop superstar took to Instagram on Friday (Dec. 2) to post a loving shoutout to her boys Jayden James, 16, and Sean Preston, 17, whom she hasn’t seen in recent months following a public fallout. “To both of my boys … I love you … I would die for you !!! God speed my precious hearts !!! I would give anything just to touch your face !!! I send my love … Mamasita,” Spears wrote in separate posts dedicated to each son. The “Hold Me Closer” singer previously opened up about the painful, prolonged estrangement from Jayden James and Sean Preston, whom she shares with ex-husband Kevin Federline. “Since they’ve been gone, I’ve honestly felt like a huge part of me has died,” she said in an audio clip post...
Julianne Moore’s 10 Best Performances
Top Performances is a recurring feature in which we definitively handpick the very best performances from an iconic actor or actress. This article was originally published in 2015. We meet again, Miss Moore. Congratulations are in order for Julianne Moore. On Sunday night, she won a well-deserved, and long-hoped-for Oscar for Still Alice. She brought infinite grace, humanity, and incredibly affable qualities to a person stuck in a dire situation, and Moore walked away from the movie with Best Actress at the Oscars, for what might be remembered as her seminal role — not to mention one of the surest bets in recent Oscar history. But is it Moore’s best? Moore’s had an exhaustively diverse career, with one uniting quality: She’s really, really good in everything she’s in, and everybody l...
Pantera Play First Concert in 21 Years: Video and Setlist
Pantera — at the least the new incarnation of the legendary band — played their first show in 21 years on Friday night (December 2nd). The long-dormant act performed a 15-song set at the Hell & Heaven festival outside Mexico City. Classic members Philip Anselmo (vocals) and Rex Brown (bass) are joined by guitarist Zakk Wylde (Ozzy Osbourne, Black Label Society) and drummer Charlie Benante (Anthrax) in the band’s revamped lineup. The latter two have the daunting task of filling in for late brothers Dimebag Darrell and Vinnie Paul, respectively. Pantera kicked off the set with “A New Level” and then launched into “Mouth for War,” both from 1992’s Vulgar Display of Power. After that, it was four straight songs from 1994’s Far Beyond Driven (“Strength Beyond Strength,” “Becoming,” “I’m Bro...
Rita Wilson Enlists Sebastian Yatra for ‘A Man Called Otto’ Song ‘Til You’re Home’: Listen
Actress and singer/songwriter Rita Wilson and Grammy-nominated Latin pop star Sebastián Yatra have teamed up to record the new track “Til You’re Home” for the upcoming film A Man Called Otto starring Wilson’s husband Tom Hanks. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “I am extremely honored by Rita Wilson’s invitation to join her on ‘Til You’re Home’ for the A Man Called Otto soundtrack,” Yatra said in a statement. “The story behind the film is heartwarming and moving and I was inspired to convey that emotion in this song. Overall, this project has been very inspiring and I’m proud to be a part of it.” “Til You’re Home” was co-written by Wilson and Grammy-nominated songwriter/producer David Hodges. Its co-producers include Wilson and Grammy winner Matt...
The Ledger: Music Stocks Are Rebounding at the End of a Rough Year
The Ledger is a weekly newsletter about the economics of the music business sent to Billboard Pro subscribers. An abbreviated version of the newsletter is published online. After a miserable year for music stocks — and stocks in general — 2022 could end on a string of positive notes. As rising interest rates have hammered stocks and erased big gains made during the pandemic, the Billboard Global Music Index, a float-adjusted group of 20 publicly traded music companies, is down 36.1% in 2022, and shares of vital companies such as Spotify and Warner Music Group are down 65.7% and 20.5%, respectively. But in recent weeks, the momentum has reversed dramatically. The Billboard Global Music Index is up 12.6% over the last two weeks and 14.6% in the five weeks since Oct. 28....
The Ledger: Music Stocks Are Rebounding at the End of a Rough Year
The Ledger is a weekly newsletter about the economics of the music business sent to Billboard Pro subscribers. An abbreviated version of the newsletter is published online. After a miserable year for music stocks — and stocks in general — 2022 could end on a string of positive notes. As rising interest rates have hammered stocks and erased big gains made during the pandemic, the Billboard Global Music Index, a float-adjusted group of 20 publicly traded music companies, is down 36.1% in 2022, and shares of vital companies such as Spotify and Warner Music Group are down 65.7% and 20.5%, respectively. But in recent weeks, the momentum has reversed dramatically. The Billboard Global Music Index is up 12.6% over the last two weeks and 14.6% in the five weeks since Oct. 28....
Charlie Puth Confirms New Relationship as He Rings in 31st Birthday: ‘Happy Birthday to Me’
Charlie Puth celebrated his 31st birthday on Friday (Dec. 2) by going public with his new relationship on social media. The pop star shared a photo of himself adorably cuddled up with his girlfriend in a series of black-and-white photo-booth snaps. “Ohhhhh I’m NOT a loser…’cause I didn’t lose her!!! (Happy birthday to me.)” he captioned the post, referencing the lyrics to the fan-favorite song “Loser” from his latest album Charlie. While Puth didn’t tag the woman in the photo, Instagram sleuths determined the singer’s lady love was Brooke Sansone. The stylish brunette, who runs the Instagram account @theeclosetnextdoor, shared the same photo in her Instagram Stories with the caption, “birthday boy @charlieputh” using a white-heart emoji. Just before Thanksgiving, the “Left and Right” croon...
TikTok a National Security Threat Vulnerable to Chinese Government ‘Manipulation,’ FBI Director Warns
FBI Director Chris Wray is raising national security concerns about TikTok, warning Friday that control of the popular video sharing app is in the hands of a Chinese government “that doesn’t share our values.” Wray said the FBI was concerned that the Chinese had the ability to control the app’s recommendation algorithm, “which allows them to manipulate content, and if they want to, to use it for influence operations.” He also asserted that China could use the app to collect data on its users that could be used for traditional espionage operations. “All of these things are in the hands of a government that doesn’t share our values, and that has a mission that’s very much at odds with what’s in the best interests of the United States. That should concern us,” Wray told an audience at the Uni...
DJ Khaled Pays Tribute to His ‘Brother’ Takeoff at Soundstorm Festival, Reveals That Migos Was Scheduled as Surprise Guest
DJ Khaled took the stage at Soundstorm Festival in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Friday night (Dec. 2), where he took a moment to honor his friend and former musical collaborator, Migos‘ Takeoff, who was shot and killed at age 28 on Nov. 1. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “We love you brother,” Khaled declared from the stage, as captured by Billboard from the festival. “You’re one of the nicest people I ever met in my life. Every time I talk to you, you said you love me. I hit you back, and said I love you. I’ll never forget my last text with Takeoff. Long live forever Takeoff. He said, ‘Khaled, I’m so happy to call you my brother.’ I’m so happy to you call you my brother, Takeoff.” The Grammy winning producer went on to play a series of Migos hits ...
Dave East “No Promo,” Pheelz ft. French Montana “Finesse Remix” & More | Daily Visuals 12.1.22
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty Not too long ago Dave East dropped off a brand new project in Book of David, and though he’s been going hard promoting his latest mixtape today he comes through with new visuals for a cut that actually isn’t featured on the joint. In his latest video for “No Promo,” Dave East takes it to his Harlem roots to kick it on the block to burn some trees before hitting up a restaurant with his peoples and tearing up some grub which was definitely the result of the post-smoke munchies. Elsewhere, Pheelz seems to be living it up as well and in his clip to “Finesse Remix,” he and French Montana toast to life at an exotic eatery before hitting the dance floor and burning off those carbs and calories. Check out the rest of today’s drops including ...
Nasty C, Sarkodie, Black Sherif are the only rappers in Africa – Wizkid tackles Nigerian rappers
Nigerian pop superstar Wizkid is back in the news again for his takes on the rap music industry. The Starboy said Africa has only three rappers Nasty C, Sarkodie, and Black Sherif. The “Essence” crooner has been trending for hours on Twitter after he mentioned that rap is a dead genre during an interview with a popular magazine. This above statement triggered Nigerian rappers who came online to share their opinions about how rap is alive through them. Oladips apparently posted a diss track on social media aimed at Wizkid for dare saying rap is dead. Other Nigerian rappers like Blaqbonez made their own case for the rap genre. Wizkid once again decided to reply to his critics by saying Nigerian rappers are “broke”. “Can’t believe y’all broke boys really thought Big Wiz is talking about...
VIDEO: Mr Eazi – Patek ft DJ Tarico & Joey B
emPawa Africa boss Mr Eazi puts out an energetic music video for his hit single “Patek” featuring DJ Tarico and Joey B. Here is a brand new music video from Nigerian singer and businessman Mr Eazi for his song “Patek“. On the track, he featured DJ Tarico and Joey B. The clip features energetic dances doing their thing on the streets of Accra. The energy is high and everyone seems to have fun. The video was shot and directed by Ademola Falomo. Watch, enjoy & share Mr Eazi – “Patek” ft DJ Tarico & Joey B below. [embedded content]
