music
Alice Cooper Set Money Aside for His Crew When Pandemic Started
Live music was one of the industries hit hardest when the COVID-19 pandemic began. Shock rock icon Alice Cooper saw the writing on the wall and put money aside for his road crew as lockdowns hit last year. In a new interview with Forbes, Cooper revealed that he supported his crew during the tough time before the widespread return of concerts. He only hopes other major acts did the same. “When we saw this coming, we put money aside for our crew,” Cooper said. “We could see that it was… something. So we put money aside as a backup for them. Because we knew that their unemployment would run out, you know? And then they’d have something to go to. I think all responsible bands did that. Hopefully.” Advertisement Related Video Cooper is known for his elaborate stage show and theatrical set piece...
20 Latin Artists in Their 20s: Bad Bunny, Rosalia & More
Rauw Alejandro, Bad Bunny, Kali Uchis, and more artists in their 20s have entered Billboard‘s Hot Latin Songs chart more than once and/or have made chart history this year. Our annual “20 Latin artists in their 20s” list is composed of 18 artists who have placed the most titles on the survey this year — plus two editor’s picks, Nathy Peluso and Paloma Mami, who have yet to enter the tally but are making a name for themselves. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Below, see the list in order of who’s placed the most titles on Hot Latin Songs in 2021. Bad Bunny, 27 The Puerto Rican artist — who won big at the 2021 Billboard Latin Music Awards, taking home 10 trophies — has placed 14 titles on the survey. One of his latest solo efforts, “Yonaguni,...
Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott Working on Their ‘Forever Home’
She & Him singer/actress Zooey Deschanel and boyfriend Property Brothers star Jonathan Scott are taking the next big leap in their relationship. In a post on Monday (Dec. 27), Scott proudly announced that the couple had some “exciting news” to share. Explore See latest videos, charts and news “Zooey and I bought our OWN forever home! 🥰,” Scott, 43, wrote alongside a snap of the pair in an under-construction home, with Deschanel, 41, looking fashionably ready to swing a hammer in a burgundy jumpsuit and the fixer-upper star rocking jeans, a plaid shirt and a loaded work belt. “It’s a full blown reno and you can follow us through the journey over the next few issues of Drew + Jonathan Reveal (sneak peak in the new issue of #RevealMag on newsstands Jan 7th).” In a magazine essay f...
Chris Young Surprises His Dad With a New Truck: Watch
Chris Young has had much to celebrate in 2021, including a Billboard Country Airplay No. 1 hit with “Famous Friends,” his collaboration with Kane Brown. The song was also the most-played song on country radio this year, topping Billboard‘s year-end Country Airplay chart. Explore See latest videos, charts and news Young also gave his father, Michael Harris, something to celebrate this year, when the artist surprised him with a new Chevrolet truck. The singer-songwriter shared the moment via a video on Instagram Dec. 27, as the Michael Bublé rendition of “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot like Christmas” plays. Young captioned the video, saying, “My dad has been driving the same truck for well over a decade. I decided he needed a new one this year. I love you dad!” In the clip, Young walks with H...
SEVENTEEN’s Woozi Is Releasing His First Solo Mixtape Soon
SEVENTEEN‘s Woozi is getting ready to branch out. On Tuesday (Dec. 28), the group revealed via their social media accounts that the K-pop idol will release a solo mixtape, Ruby, set to arrive early next year on Jan. 3. “WOOZI Mixtape ‘Ruby’ 2022.01.03 6PM (KST)” the official announcement read along with a teaser image, which features the title Ruby in angular red letting. Explore Explore Seventeen See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Woozi opened up about his forthcoming mixtape in an interview with Marie Claire Korea, and revealed that he has been creating his solo debut over the past year. “Since it was my first time making songs solely for myself, I struggled with what direction I should go toward,” he shared. “After some time, I ultimately asked myself,...
Aloma ft. Zlatan, Idowest & Chinko Ekun – Holy Lamba
Aloma Music Worldwide presents a new music piece titled “Holy Lamba” by Aloma. The new single “Holy Lamba” by Aloma is his latest jam of the year. Aloma’s new single is graced with talented Nigerian artists with their energetic vocals. The “Holy Lamba” track features Zlatan, DMW rapper Idowest, and Chinko Ekun. The song is such a vibe to be added to your party playlist. Listen, enjoy Aloma ft. Zlatan, Idowest & Chinko Ekun – “Holy Lamba” below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Aloma_-_Holy_Lamba_ft_Zlatan_Idowest_Chinko_Ekun__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
Zinoleesky – Up All Night
Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Zinoleesky drops a new buzzing track titled “Up All Night“. The Marlian act, Oniyide Azeez also known as Zinoleesky, has a newly released hit single “Up All Night“. The Afrobeat singer was raised to stardom following the release of his singles “Gone Far” and “Naira Marley“. “Up All Night” single is dedicated to all fans of Zinoleesky and lovers of good music. Listen, enjoy & share Zinoleesky – “Up All Night” below. Download coming soon.
Tia – “Do Woman” (EP)
Rilan Omobolaji T known as Tia brand new three-tracks EP titled “Do Woman”. Tia’s new “Do Woman” Extended Play (EP) has three singles on it. “Do Woman” by Tia, has two features that are Blaqdee & DMW rapper Idowest on different tracks. The first track on the “EP” is “Do Woman”, followed by Omoba and Gba. Download & Share Tia – “Do Woman” (EP) below. Tia – “Do Woman“ Tia ft Blaqdee – “Omoba“ Tia ft Idowest – “Gba“
Ed Sheeran & Elton John’s ‘Merry Christmas’ Jingles to No. 1 on Adult Contemporary Chart
Ed Sheeran and Elton John‘s “Merry Christmas” dashes to No. 1 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary radio airplay chart (dated Jan. 1, reflecting play in the Dec. 20-26 tracking week, according to MRC Data). The coronation is historic for John, as he notches his record-extending 17th AC No. 1. The carol previously became his record-padding 41st top 10 and 75th entry overall on the tally. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news John extends his lead over the Carpenters, who logged 15 AC No. 1s in 1970-81. Next up: Barry Manilow (13), Celine Dion, Lionel Richie (11 each), Whitney Houston and Olivia Newton-John (10 each). Here’s a recap of John’s 17 AC chart-toppers: “Daniel,” two weeks at No. 1, beginning May 12, 1973“Don’t Go Breaking My Heart,” with Kiki...
LadBaby Cooks-up U.K. Christmas No. 1 With ‘Sausage Rolls’
LadBaby lands the coveted U.K. Christmas No. 1 with “Sausage Rolls For Everyone” (FRTYFVE) featuring Ed Sheeran and Elton John, setting a new chart record in the process. “Sausage Rolls” accumulates 136,000 chart sales, the OCC reports, and is LadBaby’s fourth consecutive Christmas leader, an effort that surpasses the previous record of three, jointly held by The Beatles and Spice Girls. Of its one-week total, 85% of the “Sausage Rolls” total is made up of digital downloads, with proceeds benefiting foodbank charity The Trussell Trust. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Before now, LadBaby (the YouTuber husband-and-wife duo of Mark Hoyle and his wife Roxanne) has had top spot at Christmas with “We Built This City” (in 2018), “I Love Sausage Rolls”...
Adele Unwraps U.K.’s Christmas No. 1 With ’30’
Adele’s 2021 Christmas present is a No. 1 in her homeland. The pop superstar’s latest album 30 retains top spot to rule the Official U.K. Albums Chart over Christmas, her second festival leader after 25 took the trophy in 2015. For its fifth straight frame at No. 1, 30 rakes in 70,800 full-week chart sales including 62,000 physical copies, the OCC reports. With that achievement, 30 draws level with Olivia Rodrigo’s Sour as the longest-running No. 1 album of the year, though Sour’s reign was completed in several stints. Adele’s fourth album holds off former leaders from Ed Sheeran (equals via Asylum), ABBA (Voyage via Polar) and Michael Buble (Christmas via Reprise), respectively, while Andre Rieu & his Johann Strauss Orchestra’s Happy Together (Decca) lifts 6-5, for a new peak. Explore...
Rihanna Remembers Her Late Cousin Tavon Four Years After His Murder in Barbados: ‘Miss You and Dat Smile’
Rihanna is paying tribute to her late cousin, Tavon Kaiseen Alleyne, four years after his murder in Barbados. The 33-year-old singer and Fenty founder took to social media on Sunday (Dec. 26) to honor Alleyne with a series of heartfelt photos, many of which featured her lovingly posing alongside him. “Miss you and dat smile cuz,” Rihanna captioned the emotional post on Instagram, adding the hashtag #Tavon. Explore Explore Rihanna See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Alleyne, 21, was shot and killed on Dec. 26, 2017. At the time, local news outlet Nation News reported that he was shot around 7 p.m. while walking by a track near his home in St. Michael, Barbados, when a man shot him multiple times and fled the scene. Rihanna shared the tragic news in a h...
