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Olivia O’Brien Shows Music Fans How She Enjoys #FrostyTime
Wendy’s® is giving Frosty® fans a new way to cool off this summer with a limited-edition strawberry flavor. To celebrate the new Strawberry Frosty release, Wendy’s created a new hashtag, #FrostyTime, dedicated to the 15 minutes it takes to eat the signature dessert. This time gives us all a much-needed opportunity to fully indulge in self-care. It is important to actively carve out time to take care of and treat yourself. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Billboard and Wendy’s tapped pop star Olivia O’Brien to kick off the hashtag challenge by playing a game of Would You Rather on Billboard’s Instagram Story. O’Brien first gained mainstream success after the massive debut of her collaborative track, “i hate u, i love u” with Gnash. The si...
Fall Out Boy Pledge $100K to Gun Safety After Highland Park Mass Shooting: ‘We Are Heartbroken’
Chicago rockers Fall Out Boy took to social media on Friday (July 8) to pledge a $100,000 donation to Everytown for Gun Safety following the mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in neighboring Highland Park, Illinois. “Chicago is where we grew up, and we are heartbroken for the families and entire community of Highland Park, as well as every single victim of wanton gun violence in America,” begins their message, which the band posted to Instagram and Twitter. “We will be donating $100,000 through The Fall Out Boy Fund to @Everytown for Gun Safety to help their continued efforts toward ending gun violence.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The band — Patrick Stump, Pete Wentz, Joe Trohman and Andy Hurley — announced The Fall Out Boy F...
Fall Out Boy Pledge $100K to Gun Safety After Highland Park Mass Shooting: ‘We Are Heartbroken’
Chicago rockers Fall Out Boy took to social media on Friday (July 8) to pledge a $100,000 donation to Everytown for Gun Safety following the mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in neighboring Highland Park, Illinois. “Chicago is where we grew up, and we are heartbroken for the families and entire community of Highland Park, as well as every single victim of wanton gun violence in America,” begins their message, which the band posted to Instagram and Twitter. “We will be donating $100,000 through The Fall Out Boy Fund to @Everytown for Gun Safety to help their continued efforts toward ending gun violence.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The band — Patrick Stump, Pete Wentz, Joe Trohman and Andy Hurley — announced The Fall Out Boy F...
After ‘Old Town Road,’ Lil Nas X Says He Doesn’t Want to ‘Milk Any of My Songs Like That Again’
Lil Nas X is making some adjustments to his music rollout plans. On Friday, the two-time Grammy winner revealed to his fans on Twitter that he had intended to release new music in April, following the highly successful October release of his self-titled debut album Montero, which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard 200.] When asked why he didn’t extend rollouts for some of his most beloved tracks, including “Scoop” and “Dead Right Now,” Lil Nas X tweeted Friday (July 8), “Yeah that was a mistake on my part i admit, i was hoping to have new album ready and new material by april of this year but God said no.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news He further addressed his music dilemma after another Twitter user suggested that he “milk” his newest ...
After ‘Old Town Road,’ Lil Nas X Says He Doesn’t Want to ‘Milk Any of My Songs Like That Again’
Lil Nas X is making some adjustments to his music rollout plans. On Friday, the two-time Grammy winner revealed to his fans on Twitter that he had intended to release new music in April, following the highly successful October release of his self-titled debut album Montero, which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard 200.] When asked why he didn’t extend rollouts for some of his most beloved tracks, including “Scoop” and “Dead Right Now,” Lil Nas X tweeted Friday (July 8), “Yeah that was a mistake on my part i admit, i was hoping to have new album ready and new material by april of this year but God said no.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news He further addressed his music dilemma after another Twitter user suggested that he “milk” his newest ...
Shawn Mendes Taking 3 Weeks Off Tour to Focus on Mental Health: ‘I’ve Hit a Breaking Point’
Shawn Mendes announced Friday (July 8) that he’ll be taking the next three weeks of his Wonder: The World Tour off to focus on his mental health. “This breaks my heart to have to say this, but unfortunately I’m going to have to postpone the next three weeks of shows through Uncasville, CT until further notice,” Mendes wrote on Instagram and Twitter. “I’ve been touring since I was 15 and to be honest it’s always been difficult to be on the road away from friends and family. After a few years off the road, I felt like I was ready to dive back in, but that decision was premature and unfortunately the toll of the road and the pressure has caught up to me and I’ve hit a breaking point. “After speaking with my team and health professionals, I need to take some time to heal and take care of mysel...
Shawn Mendes Taking 3 Weeks Off Tour to Focus on Mental Health: ‘I’ve Hit a Breaking Point’
Shawn Mendes announced Friday (July 8) that he’ll be taking the next three weeks of his Wonder: The World Tour off to focus on his mental health. “This breaks my heart to have to say this, but unfortunately I’m going to have to postpone the next three weeks of shows through Uncasville, CT until further notice,” Mendes wrote on Instagram and Twitter. “I’ve been touring since I was 15 and to be honest it’s always been difficult to be on the road away from friends and family. After a few years off the road, I felt like I was ready to dive back in, but that decision was premature and unfortunately the toll of the road and the pressure has caught up to me and I’ve hit a breaking point. “After speaking with my team and health professionals, I need to take some time to heal and take care of mysel...
Carlos Santana Postpones 6 Concerts After Collapsing Onstage
Out of an “abundance of caution for the artist’s health,” Carlos Santana’s management company announced late Friday (July 8) that the 74-year-old guitar legend will postpone his next six concerts. “I regret to inform you that the Santana band has postponed tonight’s show at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, Ind.,” the statement from Michael Vrionis, president of Universal Tone Management, begins. “And, we are postponing the July 9 show at Riverbend Music Center in Cincinnati, Ohio; July 10 at American Family Insurance Amphitheater – Summerfest Grounds in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; July 12 at Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion in Rogers, Arkansas; July 15 at Dos Equis Pavilion in Dallas, Texas; July 16 at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in Woodlands, Texas. Doctors have recommended that Mr. Santan...
Carlos Santana Postpones 6 Concerts After Collapsing Onstage
Out of an “abundance of caution for the artist’s health,” Carlos Santana’s management company announced late Friday (July 8) that the 74-year-old guitar legend will postpone his next six concerts. “I regret to inform you that the Santana band has postponed tonight’s show at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, Ind.,” the statement from Michael Vrionis, president of Universal Tone Management, begins. “And, we are postponing the July 9 show at Riverbend Music Center in Cincinnati, Ohio; July 10 at American Family Insurance Amphitheater – Summerfest Grounds in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; July 12 at Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion in Rogers, Arkansas; July 15 at Dos Equis Pavilion in Dallas, Texas; July 16 at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in Woodlands, Texas. Doctors have recommended that Mr. Santan...
Ricky Martin Denies Restraining Order Allegations in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rican superstar Ricky Martin on Sunday (July 3) denied allegations that led to a restraining order against him, with police noting that he has not been charged with any crime. Police said Saturday that a judge had issued the order against Martin, but authorities trying to serve the order were unable to find the singer in the Puerto Rican town of Dorado, where he lives. The order was filed under Puerto Rico’s domestic violence law and police spokesman Axel Valencia said he could not provide further details, including who requested the order. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Martin said in a tweet that the order is based on “completely false” allegations and that he will face the process “with the responsibility that characterizes m...
ENHYPEN Drops ‘Manifesto : Day 1’ Comeback Mini Album: Stream It Now
ENHYPEN has officially returned! The K-pop septet dropped their third mini album, Manifesto : Day 1, on Monday (July 4). To celebrate the new release, ENHYPEN is taking over Billboard‘s Instagram on July 4 with a behind-the-scenes look at the “media circus” surrounding their highly anticipated album. Check out the IG takeover here. The six-song project arrives just six months after the group’s first Studio Repackage Album Dimension : Answer was released in January. The superstar band teased Manifesto : Day 1 on social media in mid-June with a promotion calendar, which included dates for concept moodboards, photos, films and music videos leading up to the release. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news ENHYPEN premiered live performan...
Big Sean and Jhene Aiko Are Expecting Their First Child Together
Congratulations are in order for Big Sean and Jhené Aiko. The hip-hop power couple is expecting their first child together. Sean confirmed the exciting news on social media over the weekend. “Whole new motivation forreal!” the rapper wrote Sunday (July 3) on his Instagram Story. “Very grateful God continues to bless us, thank you.” “Can’t wait to be a Dad,” he added alongside a black heart emoji. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Sean and Aiko, both 34, were photographed walking alongside each other in Los Angeles on Saturday, where the singer-songwriter was seen with a baby bump. “The couple is overjoyed and looks forward to this next chapter,” a representative for Aiko told People. The songstress also subtly acknowledged her pregnancy on Instag...
