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Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s “Lilac” returns to No. 1 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100, dated Jan. 8.
The Oblivion Battery opener gained in most metrics of the chart’s methodology from the week before: streams are up to 126%, radio airplay 172%, video views 126%, and karaoke 119%. The notable increase is most likely due to the group winning the Grand Prix at the 66th Japan Record Awards 2024 on Dec. 30 with this track (the threesome received this coveted award last year as well, with “Que Sera Sera”) and appearing on the prestigious live music show NHK’s Kohaku Uta Gassen on New Year’s Eve, and downloads have more than tripled from 4,794 units 15,585 units week-over-week. Also, the tracks the band performed on CDTV Live! Live! 2024→2025 — “I’m Invincible,” “Columbus,” and ”StaRt”— also climbed the chart, with “StaRt” reaching a new peak at No. 45.
Rosé & Bruno Mars’ “APT” slips a notch to No. 2. The global hit decreased in streaming, video and karaoke, but increased slightly in downloads and radio this week.
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6 of the tracks listed on the top 10 this week were performed on Kohaku. Creepy Nuts’ massive rap smash “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born” rose 6-3 and Kocchinokento’s breakout hit “Hai Yorokonde” more than doubled in downloads, rising 10-5. Omoinotake’s “IKUOKUKONEN” also gained in downloads more than twofold, rising a notch to No. 7, while tuki.’s “Bansanka” quadrupled in downloads, rising 17-9. Da-iCE’s “I wonder” tripled in downloads and returned to the top 10 for the first time in about 5 months.
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Other Kohaku performers who graced this week’s chart include Kenshi Yonezu, whose “Sayonara Mata Itsuka!” saw a six-fold increase in downloads to shoot to No. 17 from No. 40, and Fujii Kaze, whose “Michi Teyu Ku” returned to the Japan Hot 100 for the first time in about three months, hitting No. 27. Veteran rock duo B’z also return with two classic J-rock anthems, “ultra soul” and “LOVE PHANTOM.” The former re-enters the chart for the first time in about 7 years and 4 months at No. 49, fueled by radio and download points, while the latter comes in at No. 57, powered by gains in downloads and streams.
The Billboard Japan Hot 100 combines physical and digital sales, audio streams, radio airplay, video views and karaoke data.
See the full Billboard Japan Hot 100 chart, tallying the week from Dec. 30, 2024 to Jan. 5, 2025, here. For more on Japanese music and charts, visit Billboard Japan’s English Twitter account.
Chris Stapleton is extending his All-American Road Show through summer 2025, and the burly-voiced Kentucky native is using the trek to not only play some iconic U.S. venues such as New York’s Madison Square Garden, but also to highlight the talents of an array of artists who will be opening shows on the tour. Explore […]
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Donald Trump attacked California Governor Gavin Newsom, blaming him for the deadly wildfires in Los Angeles and demanding he step down.
As the nation is gripped by scenes of the deadly wildfires plaguing Los Angeles over the past few days, President-elect Donald Trump’s ire is reserved for California Governor Gavin Newsom. In a late-night post on his Truth Social platform, Trump took to his usual tactic of attack in using a derogatory nickname for the governor: “One of the best and most beautiful parts of the United States of America is burning down to the ground. It’s ashes, and Gavin Newscum should resign. This is all his fault!!!”
In a follow-up post earlier that evening, Trump alleged that Newsom’s policy of protecting the delta smelt, a small fish on the endangered species list, was a cause of restricting water flow. “Governor Gavin Newscum refused to sign the water restoration declaration put before him that would have allowed millions of gallons of water, from excess rain and snow melt from the North, to flow daily into many parts of California, including the areas that are currently burning in a virtually apocalyptic way,” he wrote. Izzy Gardon, Newsom’s director of communications, refuted that claim: “There is no such document as the water restoration declaration, that is pure fiction. The Governor is focused on protecting people, not playing politics, and making sure firefighters have all the resources they need.”
Governor Newsom was asked about Trump’s attack by CNN’s Anderson Cooper in an interview while both were in a neighborhood in the Pacific Palisades area where the fires were being fought. “People are literally fleeing,” Newsom said. “People have lost their lives, kids lost their schools. Families completely torn asunder, churches burned down, and this guy wanted to politicize it. I have a lot of thoughts and I know what I want to say – I won’t.” His office would reiterate that sentiment in a post on X, formerly Twitter, afterward which featured the interview.
Firefighters are combating five infernos in the areas surrounding Los Angeles, fueled by the intense Santa Ana winds which have reached gusts up to 100 miles per hour. Officials have said that so far, five people have died as a result of the fires with the tally expected to rise in the coming days. The Palisades, Eaton, Sunset, Hurst and Lidia fires have consumed over 28,000 acres to date.
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The legacy of Kobe Bryant continues to live on as Nike is set to commemorate the memory of the NBA legend with a new collection that’s poised to be a must-have for any hardcore Black Mamba fan.
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Earlier this week, Nike announced that they would be kicking off 2025 with a new Year of the Mamba collection that will consist of some classic Kobe Bryant Nike silhouettes in new color ways along with matching apparel. Front and center in the new collection are the Kobe 5 Protro “Year of Mamba,” Kobe VI Protro “Sail” and of course the Kobe 9 Elite High Protro “Masterpiece.” Each model will be remixed and laced with some new and vibrant colors that’s sure to stand out among color ways of the past.
Aside from the standout sneakers, the collection will also feature matching jackets, tees, crew necks, and, of course, sweatpants to round out the entire capsule collection.
“This collection is an introduction to the Year of the Mamba — and, for our younger athletes, a deeper education on Mamba Mentality and the tenacity Kobe brought to the game,” said Bronson Yim, Product Line Manager, Kobe footwear. in a statement. “With this capsule, we’re not extending athletes a year of good luck. We’re not saying, ‘Have a good year.’ We’re challenging athletes to have a tough year, proving to themselves that they can channel Mamba Mentality to unlock their goals.”
The Kobe 5 Protro Year of Mamba will be dropping today (Jan. 9) on Nike.com and select retailers while the The Kobe 9 Elite High Protro “Masterpiece” will release Feb. 8 followed by the The Kobe VI Protro “Sail” on Feb. 13.
Check out the spot for the upcoming Year of the Mamba collection and more detailed photos of the kicks and apparel in the gallery. And let us know if you’ll be trying to cop any of the pieces in the comments section below.
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Celebrate the Y2K era in style with this must-have Lizzie McGuire purse.
In partnership with Loungefly, a lifestyle brand owned by Funko, the famed Disney series releases a fun crossbody bag for fans. Made of vegan leather with adjustable shoulder straps, appliqué details, and metal zipper enclosures, the bag is riddled with nods to the show, including a cartoon rendering of Hilary Duff‘s popular character.
The fan-favorite animated alter ego of Lizzie McGuire, representing the character’s inner voice and thoughts throughout the series, has become a pop culture symbol for early 2000s fashion. Dressed in a classic pink tank, cut-off jeans and orange platform thong sandals, nothing screams zany Y2K chic more. The bag complements that style, featuring a similar vibrant color palette with a glitter finish. Selling exclusively on Amazon, the bag can be yours for $80.
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We may not be getting a Lizzie McGuire reboot anytime soon, but this release at least scratches the nostalgic itch we’ve been yearning for. Shop the bag below.
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After shopping the latest purse, it’s only right to binge the entire Lizzie McGuire series again, right? If you’re looking dive back into the popular early 2000 sitcom, here’s how you can stream the Disney series online now.
It being a Disney show, the best place to watch is on Disney+. The streaming platform offers a variety of subscription options starting at just $9.99/month, which grants you access to the entire Disney+ library, including many iconic sitcoms including That’s So Raven, Hannah Montana, and the Suite Life of Zack and Cody. There’s also many original and exclusive content from Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar to watch as well.
The state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter featured a number of reverent tributes to the nation’s 39th commander-in-chief. But one of the most touching moments during Thursday morning’s (Jan. 9) event came when country couple Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood performed a moving cover of John Lennon’s 1971 homage to peace, “Imagine.”
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Brooks played the song’s iconic melody on an acoustic guitar, singing, “Imagine there’s no heaven/ It’s easy if you try/ No hell below us/ Above us, only sky,” his voice echoing through the majestic 188-year-old Washington National Cathedral, which has hosted the funeral and memorial services for almost all of the 21 Presidents who’ve died since Congress approved its charter in 1893.
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The deliberate pace of the performance — and the addition of a piano accompaniment — appeared to move many of the dignitaries on hand, which included all the former living Presidents. Soon-to-be-ex-President Joe Biden bowed his head at one point as his successor, former President Donald Trump seemed to close his eyes briefly during the performance.
“You may say I’m a dreamer/ But I’m not the only one,” Brooks sang as wife Yearwood joined in, matching his vocals on the lines, “I hope someday you’ll join us/ And the world will live as one.” That final line was delivered as the couple looked into each other’s eyes and held the moment for a beat, with Brooks leaning in to give Yearwood a kiss on the cheek.
The choice of the song — which was one of three-time Grammy winner Carter’s favorites — was an interesting one, given the late 39th President’s deep faith. Carter taught Sunday school in his native Plains, GA nearly every weekend after leaving the White House in 1981 and often spoke of the importance of religion in his life. In contrast, Lennon’s song features the lines “Imagine there’s no countries/ It isn’t hard to do/ Nothing to kill or die for/ And no religion, too.”
The song’s messages of peace, unity and “no need for greed or hunger,” and the dream of a “brotherhood of man,” however, more closely mirror Carter’s humanitarian post-White House efforts, which included building houses with Habitat for Humanity, and a Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 for his efforts to promote human rights around the world.
The performance was one of the first public appearances by Brooks and Yearwood — who often joined Carter on his Habitat For Humanity efforts — since an anonymous woman filed sexual assault charges against Brooks in October, accusing him of sexual battery, assault and battery; Brooks has adamantly denied the claims.
Carter, who died on Dec. 29 at age 100, was the longest-lived President in U.S. history and the first to live to the century mark. In addition to Biden and Trump — as well as their wives, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden and Melania Trump — the funeral was attended by former Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and George W. and Laura Bush, as well as Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff; CNN reported that former First Lady Michelle Obama was unable to attend due to a scheduling conflict.
In addition to the Brooks/Yearwood performance and a number of other moving tributes from Carter’s family, the funeral included a eulogy by Biden, who is less than two weeks away from the end of his term, after which he will be replaced by twice-impeached former President Trump.
The President repeatedly hailed Carter’s deep faith and strong moral outlook, noting that he was likely the first Senator to endorse Carter’s long-shot 1976 candidacy, “based on what I believe is Jimmy Carter’s enduring attribute: character, character, character.” Biden added, “Jimmy Carter’s friendship taught me, and through his life, taught me, that strength of character is more than title or the power we hold. It’s the strength to understand that everyone should be treated with dignity, respect, that everyone, and I mean everyone, deserves an even shot.”
After the funeral, Carter’s body will be flown back to Georgia for a private family funeral before he is buried on the grounds of his home in Plains next to his late wife of 77 years, Rosalynn Carter.
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Lily Allen just gave fans another update on her mental health, shutting down rumors that she’s been using drugs.
On the latest episode of her Miss Me? podcast posted Thursday (Jan. 9), the 39-year-old singer told co-host Miquita Oliver that she’s “really not in a good place” lately. “I know I’ve been talking about it for months, but I’ve been spiraling and spiraling and spiraling and it’s got out of control,” she continued.
Noting that she’s having trouble feeling “interested in anything,” Allen detailed how panic attacks have forced her to leave events and hangouts with friends early. “I just can’t concentrate on anything except the pain that I’m going through,” she added.
That said, the “Smile” singer revealed that she’ll be taking an extended break from the podcast — but not for any other reason that might be gleaned from the “vicious rumors” Allen said she’s seen about herself in recent weeks. “I do want to reassure people, because there will be speculation … I’ve not relapsed,” she told listeners.
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Allen has been open in the past about her struggles with addiction. She got sober in 2019 and, the following year, married her husband, Stranger Things star David Harbour.
And despite what might be circulating online, Allen affirmed that she still hasn’t looked back since. “I know there’s been some horrible blind items on the internet about me being found by my husband in a crack den being surrounded by men,” Allen said on Miss Me? as Oliver laughed in disbelief. “I don’t know who’s spreading these vicious rumors, but that’s not true.”
Allen’s latest update comes a few weeks after she said on a December episode of the podcast that she’d been “going through a tough time over the last few months” as her eating had “become a real issue.” The English singer-songwriter has also previously opened up about being diagnosed with ADHD in 2023 and struggling with PTSD after delivering a stillborn son named George in 2010.
The podcaster is also Mom to daughters Ethel and Marnie, whom she shares with ex-husband Sam Cooper. On the latest episode, she also touched on how she’s been leaning on her family unit during her difficult period, telling Oliver, “We are a support network for each other and encourage each other to talk about our feelings, but I think the main thing is telling them we’re going to get through it and be fine.”
If you or anyone you know is struggling with mental health or substance abuse disorders, reach out to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration‘s national helpline 24/7 at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for confidential treatment referrals and information. If you or someone you know is struggling with disordered eating or an eating disorder, you can contact the ANAD helpline at 1 (888) 375-7767 or the National Alliance for Eating Disorders at 1 (866) 662-1235.
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Devastating wildfires have ravaged thousands of acres in and around Los Angeles over the past few days, burning homes and businesses and devastating communities including Pacific Palisades, Pasadena and Altadena. The wildfires also claimed a home in Pacific Palisades that at one time belonged to country singer Brad Paisley and his wife, actress Kimberly Williams-Paisley. […]
Travis Scott, SZA and Future are facing a copyright lawsuit over allegations that they stole key elements of their 2023 hit “Telekinesis” from an earlier track.
In a complaint filed Wednesday in Manhattan federal court, Victory Boyd (a singer signed to Jay-Z‘s Roc Nation record label) says the stars copied lyrics and other elements from her 2019 song “Like The Way It Sounds” and used them in “Telekinesis,” which spent 11 weeks on the Hot 100.
“Scott, Sza, Future and all defendants intentionally and willfully copied plaintiffs’ original work, specifically plaintiff’s lyrics, when they commercially released the infringing work,” write Boyd’s lawyers.
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Boyd claims that she initially shared “Like The Way” with Kanye West, who then recorded it as a track called “Ultrasounds.” West (who is not named in the lawsuit) then allegedly shared the song with Scott, who then shared it with SZA and Future.
“Scott gained access to the studio plaintiff left the original work in and began creating the infringing work,” Boyd’s lawyers write. “In May of 2023, Scott, SZA and Future agreed to create the infringing work by copying plaintiff’s original work.”
Notably, the lawsuit say the stars have essentially admitted to using her song. When “Telekinesis” was first uploaded to streaming platforms, Boyd’s lawyers say she was credited as a co-writer in the metadata. More recently, they say she’s been offered an 8 percent songwriting credit to resolve the dispute.
But Boyd appears focused on the fact that she “never granted permission” for her song to be used in the first place – saying the track had been taken without her “authorization, knowledge or consent.”
Also named as a defendant in the lawsuit is Audemars Piguet, a Swiss watchmaker that has partnered with Scott’s Cactus Jack brand for a collaborative line of watches. Boyd says the company used “Telekinesis” in advertising videos even after she and her publisher expressly refused their request for a license.
“The defendants and AP partnered to publish and commercially release an advertising campaign broadcasting the infringing work over the plaintiff’s objection,” her lawyers write.
The connection between “Telekinesis” and Boyd is hardly a secret. On the crowd-sourced lyrics database Genius, fans have noted that the song was “originally written by Victory Boyd as a gospel song” for West, then was “passed around many artists” before it “eventually ended up being a Travis song.”
Reps for Scott, SZA and Future did not immediately return requests for comment.
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Kodak Black recently found himself at the center of rumors claiming he had converted to Islam after a picture of him praying in a Muslim-like position surfaced online. The image quickly spread, sparking speculation about his religious beliefs. However, the Florida rapper was quick to set the record straight.
He took to social media to clarify the situation, expressing his frustration with the misinformation. In his post, he stated, “NO DISRESPECT TO THE MUSLIM COMMUNITY BUT IAM HEBREW ISRAELITE I FEEL VERY DISRESPECTED BY THE BLOG AND @bollywoodsaif FOR ALLOWING THEM TO RUN WITH A NARRATIVE THAT I’VE CONVERTED TO ISLAM!!!”
Kodak explained that the photo was taken when the person who posted it, @bollywoodsaif, asked him to take a picture on a prayer rug. Making it clear that the image was not an indication of any religious conversion but simply a photo op. Yak, who identifies as a Hebrew Israelite, emphasized that his beliefs were being misrepresented. His response was aimed at both correcting the public’s perception and addressing the blog’s role in spreading the rumor. Despite the controversy, Kodak stood firm in his identity and rejected the false narrative surrounding his faith.
Fans have been worried about Black lately, especially after tweakin’ off on Kai Cenat’s stream. He’s been open about his past with drugs, and it looks like things might be getting worse. Then, he randomly showed up in Baltimore for a Ravens game to support his boy Lamar Jackson. When fans saw him, they were shocked because his eyes were wide open, and he kept screaming, “I live in Baltimore!” It had people worried because he didn’t seem like himself, and fans were scared he might be going through some tough times.