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07 Nov 2024

ROSÉ Delivers Tearful Last Words to Beloved Dog Hank While Struggling to ‘Survive’ on ‘Hot Ones’

BLACKPINK‘s ROSÉ was almost taken down by the spicy wings on Hot Ones, but not before she could deliver a final message to someone very important in her life — her dog Hank.

Appearing on an episode posted Thursday (Nov. 7), the singer found her body turning against her as the series’ famously intense hot sauces got increasingly spicy. Her nose started running, she couldn’t help but let out several screams of anguish and she furiously struggled to quell the pain with ice cream and ice cubes before joking that the wings were “going to kill me.”

After coming to that realization, ROSÉ looked into the camera and shared some heartfelt “last words” with her beloved canine, whom, she explained earlier in the video, was named after actor Tom Hanks. “Hank, I love you so much,” she said as off-camera violins swelled and a photo of the dog appeared onscreen. “I hope I survive this, but if I don’t ever see you again, I love you — just know that.”

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Of course, the New Zealand native did make it out of the Sean Evans-hosted series alive, but not before admitting: “This is hurting my ego … I thought I’d be better.” Elsewhere in the clip, ROSÉ spoke about her “raw and honest” upcoming debut solo album rosie and explained what unites her and BLACKPINK bandmates JENNIE, JISOO and LISA.

“The one thing that’s so strong about BLACKPINK is the fact that each one of us, we want such big things for ourselves and we work so hard everyday,” she said on the latter subject. “I’ve never seen someone that’s just like, ‘I just want to rest.’ Even if we’ve said that before, I don’t think anyone means that. BLACKPINK is really hardworking.”

Ahead of rosie‘s Dec. 6 release date, ROSÉ and Bruno Mars dropped a single titled “APT.” in October. The track has since spent two weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200 and peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100.

As the star explained to Evans, “APT.” was inspired by a Korean drinking game of the same name. “It’s one of many drinking games, but that seemed to be the one that all my friends in the studio were like vibing to,” ROSÉ said on Hot Ones. “I was like, ‘Huh, this is interesting’ … I was really lucky enough to have Bruno jump on it. Craziest experience of my life.”

Watch ROSÉ on Hot Ones above.

07 Nov 2024

25 Years of Latin Grammys: A Timeline of Top Winners, Person of the Year & More

The 2024 Latin Grammys are a week away, and in celebration of its 25th annual ceremony this year, Billboard has curated a timeline of notable winners at the ceremonies throughout the years. 

The first annual awards, which took place on Sept. 13, 2000 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, was co-hosted by Gloria Estefan, Jennifer Lopez, Antonio Banderas, Andy Garcia, and Jimmy Smits. Luis Miguel, Santana, and Maná were the top winners of the night, taking home three gramophone’s each. The former of the three nabbed album of the year for Amarte es un Placer, and the latter two won record of the year for their collaboration “Corazón Espinado.” 

Emilio Estefan Jr. was named The Latin Recording Academy’s first-ever person of the year. He has since been joined by prestigious titleholders Julio Iglesias, Shakira, Alejandro Sanz, Rubén Blades, and Laura Pausini, to name a few. Carlos Vives has been named the 2024 person of the year.

Over the years, the Latin Grammys has hosted its gala in different locations — including Miami, Houston, Las Vegas, and most recently abroad in Seville, Spain for its 2023 edition. 

As the 2024 awards approach, take a look back at the top winners including record of the year, album of the year, song of the year, and best new artist, as well as person of the year of the last 25 years in the timeline below. 

The 25th annual Latin Grammy Awards will air at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Nov. 14 via Univision, Galavisión and ViX. Preceding the telecast will be the Latin Grammy Premiere, where the winners in most categories will be announced. To see the complete list of nominees, click here.

07 Nov 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris Concedes To Donald Trump During Howard University Speech

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Vice President And Presidential Nominee Kamala Harris Delivers Concession Speech At Howard University

Vice President Kamala Harris was not victorious in her quest to become the first woman elected to the office of the President of the United States but was gracious in defeat. Speaking at her alma mater Howard University this week, Kamala Harris conceded the race to Donald Trump but vowed to keep the energy of her campaign going.

On Wednesday (November 6), Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at Howard University and shared that she is hoping to work with Donald Trump toward a peaceful transfer of power despite the testy nature of both campaigns.

From the speech:

A fundamental principle of American democracy is that when we lose an election, we accept the results. That principle, as much as any other, distinguishes democracy from monarchy or tyranny. And anyone who seeks the public trust must honor it. At the same time, in our nation, we owe loyalty not to a president or a party, but to the Constitution of the United States, and loyalty to our conscience and to our God. My allegiance to all three is why I am here to say, while I concede this election, I do not concede the fight that fueled this campaign—the fight: the fight for freedom, for opportunity, for fairness, and the dignity of all people. A fight for the ideals at the heart of our nation, the ideals that reflect America at our best. That is a fight I will never give up.

The video of Vice President Kamala Harris’ concession speech can be viewed below courtesy of PBS NewsHour.

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07 Nov 2024

Maren Morris Looks for a Light in the Dark After the Election With New Song Snippet: Listen

After the 2024 presidential race was called for Donald Trump on Wednesday (Nov. 6), plenty of people flocked to social media looking for catharsis. One such person was singer-songwriter Maren Morris, who decided to give those people something to listen to.

In a post to her Instagram Stories on Wednesday night, the “Push Me Over” singer shared a snippet of an unreleased song, telling her fans that she “felt like sharing on this day.” Accompanied only by a piano, Morris’ voice rings out in the clip as she sings about searching for a silver lining in dark times.

“Feels like the worst year’s always the one you’re in/ Haven’t heard a ‘hallelujah,’ but I ain’t been listenin’,” she croons in the clip. “I’ve looked every direction for a good way to climb out/ Maybe my reflection’s the only one who can help me now/ Little change of weather, it’ll make it better/ When it finally does, it’ll feel like water in the desert.”

Morris joined a growing group of artists in expressing her dismay at Trump’s re-election on Wednesday. Billie Eilish called the election results “a war on women,” while Cardi B insisted that “I hate y’all bad” after she found out Trump won. Ethel Cain, meanwhile, sent a message to Trump’s supporters, telling them that “I hope that peace never finds you … I hope clarity strikes you someday like a clap of lightning and you have to live the rest of your life with the knowledge and guilt of what you’ve done and who you are as a person.”

Morris was a vocal supporter of Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign for office, even performing her protest anthem “Better Than We Found It” from the stage of the Democratic National Convention in August. Just one week before the election, the singer-songwriter shared a fired-up funk track titled “People Still Show Up,” celebrating the power community and using it as a soundtrack on social media to encourage her fans to get out the vote.

07 Nov 2024

TOMORROW X TOGETHER Take a Sunny Road Trip in ‘Over The Moon’ Video: Watch

TOMORROW X TOGETHER dropped the colorful video for the English-language version of their latest single, “Over the Moon (Our Sanctuary ver.),” on Thursday (Nov. 7). In it, the six-member K-pop boy band embark on a road trip — under the full moon, naturally — with SOOBIN, YEONJUN, BEOMGYU, TAEHYUN, and HUENINGKAI spreading love and good vibes as they enjoy a sunny day and special night in the countryside.

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The clip directed by HEADHEAD for the group’s latest single from their seventh mini-album, The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY, finds the gentlemen looking for love in all the right places, while chilling in the grass and munching on oranges, climbing trees to listen to tunes, taking a drive on rural roads and riding a bicycle through verdant fields.

“You bring me back to myself/ I’ better and stronger because/ You’re the sunlight, when the day is gone/ Yeah, you know you are my favorite/ You know you got it baby/ Shining on me like the moon and the stars,” they sing over the song’s bouncy, jazzy rhythm.

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TXT released The Star Chapter on Monday (Nov. 4), which dropped seven months after minisode 3: TOMORROW. “The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY will open a new chapter in Gen Z Icons’ one-of-a-kind narrative, building upon the intriguing saga established throughout The Dream Chapter [2019] The Chaos Chapter [2021] and The Name Chapter [2023],” read a press release in reference to three of the group’s previous studio albums.

The group has been criss-crossing the globe this year on their ACT: PROMISE run off gigs, with just two more tour dates left on their roster this year, Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 gigs at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan.

Check out the video for “Over the Moon (Our Sanctuary ver.)” below.

07 Nov 2024

Chevron’s Re-Fuel Zone Energizes Billboard Latin Music Week Attendees

From October 14 to 18, 2024, the Fillmore Miami Beach came alive with the return of Billboard Latin Music Week, celebrating its 35th Anniversary in style. This year’s event showcased over 70 artists, reinforcing its position as the premier gathering of Latin artists and industry executives globally. Since its inception, it has highlighted the growth and cultural impact of Latin music in the U.S.

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The vibrant lineup featured exclusive panel discussions, electrifying performances, and a range of workshops that engaged both fans and industry professionals. Attendees gained valuable insights from industry leaders and participated in events that celebrated the rich culture of Latin music.

A standout element of this year’s celebration was Chevron’s Re-Fuel Zone. Guests were able to refuel their devices at a charging station, helping them continue capturing special moments throughout the week.

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Additionally, fans had the opportunity to pose in front of a Chevron-themed car for a fun photo moment, creating lasting memories of the event. Attendees enjoyed a selection of snacks, refreshing beverages, and delightful paletas, keeping everyone energized. Plus, stylish branded tote bags were given away as keepsakes from the event.

One of the week’s highlights was the special appearance by Latin GRAMMY Award-winning artist Luis Figueroa. Chevron Rewards members had a special opportunity to meet and greet with him, and he participated in a rapid-fire interview, sharing captivating stories about his tour experiences and life as a rising star.

Singer-songwriter Luis Figueroa has merged his innate musical talents with his Puerto Rican heritage to become an up and coming force in the Latin music scene.

As Billboard Latin Music Week continues to evolve, this year’s celebration not only honored the rich history of Latin music but also set the stage for its vibrant future. If you weren’t able to join us in Miami, stay tuned to Billboard.com and Billboard’s socials for more content from the 35th anniversary of Billboard Latin Music Week.

Chevron is a paid sponsor of Billboard Latin Music Week.

07 Nov 2024

A.J. & Big Justice’s ‘We Bring the Boom!’ Reaches TikTok Billboard Top 50’s Top 10

Yeah Yeah Yeahs’ “Maps” tops the TikTok Billboard Top 50 for a fifth week, while social media stars A.J. & Big Justice snag their first top 10 on a Billboard chart with “We Bring the Boom!” on the Nov. 9-dated ranking.

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The TikTok Billboard Top 50 is a weekly ranking of the most popular songs on TikTok in the United States based on creations, video views and user engagement. The latest chart reflects activity from Oct. 28-Nov. 3. Activity on TikTok is not included in Billboard charts except for the TikTok Billboard Top 50.

“Maps” leads Alphaville’s “Forever Young” and Akon’s “Akon’s Beautiful Day” at Nos. 1-3, respectively, maintaining a hold on the top three that’s persisted for the past three weeks (while the top two has remained intact for even longer, a four-week run).

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The rest of the chart’s top 10, however, sees movement – including TikTok stars’ A.J. & Big Justice’s “We Bring the Boom!,” which jumps 15-7 in its second week on the tally. The father-and-son duo’s catchphrase-addled theme song was uploaded to streaming services in early July, with remixes adding new verses from affiliated stars like The Rizzler coming last month.

It’s the latter that drives the lion’s share of the activity for “We Bring the Boom!,” with a dance trend highlighting The Rizzler’s verse among the most-engaged-with uploads in recent weeks. A.J. & Big Justice’s original dance to the song also continues to trend on the platform.

In the tracking week ending Oct. 31, “We Bring the Boom!” earned 434,000 official U.S. streams, a boost of 33%, according to Luminate.

Ahead of “We Bring the Boom!,” The Cramps’ “Goo Goo Muck” leaps into the top five of the chart for the first time, lifting 9-4. The 1981 track from the band’s album Psychedelic Jungle sports a yearly gain around Halloween these days, particularly after its synch in the 2022 Netflix series Wednesday, but this year it scores additional prominence thanks to a trend where a creator is running from a serial killer or some sort of danger, only to turn back around (and often beginning to disrobe) when learning that their pursuer is attractive.

“Goo Goo Muck” earned 1.9 million streams in the week ending Oct. 31, with its gain of 126% also attributable to general Halloweentime jumps.

Two songs debut within the top 10, led by 21 Savage and Metro Boomin’s “Runnin,” which debuts at No. 5. The Savage Mode II track, released in 2020, benefits from a photo collage-based trend involving misdirection (example: “he didn’t like my red hair, so I went brown,” but the user choosing a new significant other who has brown hair).

“Runnin” is up 4% in the Oct. 25-31 tracking week to 2.7 million streams. It debuted and peaked at No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 in October 2020.

A brand new song in Tyler, the Creator’s “Like Him” joins “Runnin” in the TikTok Billboard Top 50’s top 10, debuting at No. 6. It’s one of 14 new songs from the rapper’s album Chromakopia released Oct. 28, with “Sticky” also joining it on the latest survey at No. 50.

“Like Him” is driven by a TikTok trend featuring edits showing often complicated relationships between children and their parents, fictional or otherwise, while others use the tune to make comparisons between athletes past and present.

The Lola Young-featuring song debuts at No. 45 on the Hot 100, as previously reported, via 12.4 million streams in its first four days of availability.

And while the latest TikTok Billboard Top 50 is inundated with Halloween-themed material (Crystal Knives and Lex Allen’s “Spooky, Scary Skeletons” ranks at No. 11, while The Party Cats’ “This Is Halloween” cover shows up at No. 25, some users got a head start on the Christmas season, as Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” bows at No. 17, followed by Wham!’s “Last Christmas” at No. 48. Carey’s holiday standard reigned for two weeks last year, while “Last Christmas” peaked at No. 2.

See the full TikTok Billboard Top 50 here. You can also tune in each Friday to SiriusXM’s TikTok Radio (channel 4) to hear the premiere of the chart’s top 10 countdown at 3 p.m. ET, with reruns heard throughout the week.

07 Nov 2024

Offset’s Style Playbook: A Personal Look Into His Fashion World | Billboard

Offset takes us into his world as he goes shopping on Dover Street. He shows what he looks for when cultivating pieces for a look, his inspiration behind his sense of style, moments with Kulture and Wave, hints at his own brand in the works and more!

Wave:

Dad!

Offset:

What’s up, boy?

Wave:

What’s up, Dad? 

Offset:

What’s up, Billboard? It’s your boy Offset and y’all are going to come shop with me. Say what’s up, Wave.

Wave:

What’s up? 

Offset:

What’s your name? 

Wave:

Say Wave.

Offset:

Wave.

Wave:

Wave, yeah!

Offset:

We’re at Dover Street. We going shopping today. We’re going to go shopping? 

Wave:

Yeah! 

Offset

Yeah, say yeah. Since I got Comb on, I gotta, I’m gonna check out some of these Comb pieces. Streetwear is at an all-time high. It’s crazy. It’s so many young street designers that get they whole style copied from the bigger brands in the first place you catch those vibes and those waves of the young people, the streetwear people you an adult man. You don’t gotta spend all that money. 

Wave:

Dad!

Offset:

Yes, sir. 

Wave:

What are you doing? 

Offset:

I’m doing an interview with Billboard while we shopping. Talk about clothes you wanna get up. Come on, get up. All right. Appreciate it. Thank you, big man. Oh, shopping for kids are easy, man. You feel? I feel like, well, it’s kind of hard too, though, because it’s not a lot of kid clothing. I’m not saying I don’t do it, but like paying $300 for a shirt, a high-brand shirt for a child that’s 6, 7 months, or a year or 2 years, you know, every couple months they grow out of stuff. You know where’s a good place to go? It’s Zara, man. Shout-out to Zara, because they got good selection for kids. Give me five. Ah, come on. Let’s go over here. Wave. Let’s look at this Rick Owens.

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07 Nov 2024

Deezer Appoints Pedro Kurtz as Director of Operations for Americas

Deezer has appointed Pedro Kurtz as director of operations for the Americas, Billboard can exclusively announce today (Nov. 7).

Kurtz—who joined the company in 2020 as head of music in Brazil and served as director of content for LATAM—will be based at Deezer’s Brazil headquarters in São Paulo and report directly to the global team in Paris.

“After four years leading the content department, it is a great pleasure to take on the responsibility of overseeing operations in this region, which has been a strategic focus for us and has shown solid growth year over year,” he expressed in a statement. “We have seen consistent progress, and it is a privilege to now take on the role of connecting our headquarters with operations in the Americas, ensuring that our successful strategy continues to be implemented effectively and in alignment.”

In addition to leading the content department, Kurtz will ensure that the strategic decisions made at the headquarters in France are effectively understood and implemented within the LATAM and U.S. operations.

Furthermore, his new role will involve ongoing alignment on local opportunities and challenges, ensuring that the company’s global vision aligns with the needs of the entire region, according to the press release.

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Deezer’s new organizational structure — which continues its expansion in Brazil, Latin America and the United States — includes the appointments of Romar Sattler to lead editorial for LATAM; Daniel Aguiar joining as music editor for LATAM; Helena Gaia named artist relations for LATAM; and Juliana Sylvestre as AR manager for Spanish-speaking LATAM. 

07 Nov 2024

Young Thug Encourages Law Students to Become Defense Attorneys: ‘Everybody Makes Mistakes’

Young Thug has a new lease on life after being released from jail last week on a plea deal, and he’s thankful for attorneys like his lawyer Brian Steel.

Thugger made a virtual special guest appearance over FaceTime during Steel’s Emory Law School class lecture on Wednesday (Nov. 6), where he was preaching the importance of defense attorneys, as videos online show.

“We had a situation that was daunting towards my life and I think that the justice system could be bad,” Thug said to the group of students while reflecting on his 700-plus-day stint behind bars. “You know, sometimes it could be bad, and you gotta always look at it, like, they’re there to put us in prison and you guys are here to keep us from prison.”

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The 33-year-old Atlanta rapper then made the case for the aspiring legal experts to become defense attorneys rather than working as prosecutors.

“I think you guys should become lawyers,” he suggested. “I think it’s very important to help people out of the situations they’re in the best you can. I mean, what side do you wanna be on? You wanna put people in prison for mistakes? Because everybody makes mistakes — we’re human.”

Thugger added: “And everybody in this classroom, you always need to know that you want one mistake away. Anything you need from me, I’m here always. We need y’all.”

Thug got a belly laugh out of the class while hyping up Steel as “the best person possible” and claimed that defense attorneys are doing a version of “God’s work.”

Young Thug — born Jeffery Williams — reached a plea deal on Oct. 31, and was released with no more time to be served, but will be on probation for the next 15 years.

“I know you’re talented, and if you choose to continue to rap, you need to try to use your influence to let kids know that is not the way to go and that there are ways out of poverty besides hooking up with the powerful guy at the end of the street selling drugs,” Judge Paige Reese Whitaker said to Thug.

Thugger ended up serving more than two years in jail after repeatedly being denied bond since his arrest in May 2022. The YSL RICO case became Georgia’s longest-running criminal trial ever, and isn’t finished yet, with two co-defendants still on trial.