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25 Jul 2024

Los Ángeles Azules & Emila Ignite Premios Juventud 2024 with No. 1 Mexican Cumbia Hit

Mexican cumbia icons Los Ángeles Azules and Argentine star Emilia joined forces to sing their chart-topping Billboard hit “Perdonarte, ¿Para Qué?” at Premios Juventud 2024. Their performance marked a milestone, celebrating Los Ángeles Azules’ debut No. 1 on the chart after an impressive three decades in the music industry.

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Emilia, clad in a shimmering purple ensemble with matching glittery eyeshadow and high-top boots, perfectly embodied a blend of retro flair and modern style. Together, they delivered an electrifying showcase of that beloved Mexican cumbia, highlighted by the riveting accordion riffs that had the crowd gyrating non-stop.

Their collaboration “Perdonarte, ¿Para Qué?” not only conquered radio waves but also propelled the Nogoyá-born singer to her first appearance on the Hot Latin Songs chart, debuting at No. 35. This achievement further underscores the timeless appeal of cumbia and its ability to resonate, proving that a really good cumbia jam knows no age or geographical limits.

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This year’s Premios Juventud — a fan-voted awards show — was held at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot in San Juan and hosted by Lele Pons, Clarissa Molina and Wisin.

For its 21st annual ceremony, Carin León, Maluma, Peso Pluma, Karol G and Shakira were among the most nominated acts. Meanwhile, Anitta, Los Tigres del Norte and Lele Pons each received an Agent of Change Award, which “recognizes and celebrates” young entrepreneurs and prominent stars who “selflessly contribute to creating a better world,” according to the awards show. See the list of this year’s winners here. 

25 Jul 2024

The Deals: K-Pop Giant YG Brings Catalog to African Streamer Boomplay, Hitmaker to Distribute Blac Noize!

South Korea-based music distributor YG PLUS, a subsidiary of K-pop powerhouse YG Entertainment (BLACKPINK, BabyMonster), signed a licensing deal with African streaming and download service Boomplay that will bring YG’s catalog to the platform. According to a press release, Boomplay boasts 70 million users. “We look forward to a successful partnership with YG PLUS that will bring their catalogue to new listeners and help connect their artists with music lovers and fans in the African region,” said Boomplay in a statement.

Hitmaker Distribution struck a distribution deal with indie label Blac Noize! Recordings, in which Hitmaker founder/CEO Tony Bucher is a partner. Blac Noize’s roster includes HitKidd, Jdot Breezy, Nevi, Toure and Marc Nasty.

Tunespotter, an audio-visual clip database that allows users to search, listen to and view “synch moments” from movies, TV shows, trailers, games and commercials, acquired What-song.com. The deal effectively combines “the data and search power of two leading music search platforms – letting users see, hear, and learn more about sought-after TV or movie moments in a single, easy-to-use place,” according to a press release. “The database we’ve established gives Tunespotter an immediate aggregator and audience,” added What-song.com founder Tom Andrew. “Their ability to empower the user journey with their incredible visual tool chest and social app capabilities extends our reach and consolidates our strengths, positively impacting consumers with more rewarding, long form engagement.” Tunespotter claims that What-song.com attracts more than 1 million unique users per month.

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Warner Music Brazil invested in and partnered with Sua Música Group, which owns the Sua Música Brazilian music platform and distributor Sua Música Digital. Through the deal, the companies will team up to develop regional artists and songwriters. According to a press release, Sua Música Digital manages the digital careers of and handles royalty management for more than 1,000 artists across Brazil, including Tarcísio do Acordeon, Vitor Fernandes and Thiago Aquino. “The combination of Sua Música’s significant presence in regional music with our national reach and global network will amplify the efforts of both companies and offer artists new creative and commercial possibilities and opportunities,” said Warner Music Brazil president Leila Oliveira in a statement.

Private equity company Goldman Sachs Alternatives acquired a majority stake in live experiences company TAIT from Providence Equity Partners, subject to regulatory approvals. No financial details were disclosed. “Goldman Sachs’ network and expertise will enable us to grow our global footprint and offerings, empowering the company to better serve clients, drive innovation, and pioneer new technology,” said TAIT CEO Adam Davis in a statement announcing the deal. TAIT has worked with artists and brands including Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Beyoncé, Royal Opera House, Nike, Google and The Olympics.

Downtown-owned business-to-business distributor FUGA announced partnerships with three U.K. music companies: One House, drum and bass label Critical Music and Berry’s Room, an imprint of British-Nigerian Afrobeats artist Maleek Berry. One House (Eliza Rose, Pretty Girl) will take advantage of FUGA’s global distribution and marketing services, including physical distribution, synch, YouTube channel management and access to FUGA’s trends and analytics platform. Critical Music (QZB, Mefjus, Waeys, Ivy Lab) will use FUGA’s global distribution and marketing services to support its current and future releases. And Berry’s Room will utilize FUGA’s distribution, marketing and YouTube channel management services for Berry’s catalog and the release of his upcoming debut album; FUGA will als help the imprint support other Afrobeats artists.

Shamrock Capital‘s Content Strategy division acquired a film, TV and music portfolio from Vine Alternative Investments. The portfolio boasts an ownership interest in more than 450 songs, according to a press release. Shamrock would not confirm which songs were included in the deal.

Producer and creative executive RedOne’s 2101 Records imprint signed a distribution deal with Vydia, a distribution service under the gamma. umbrella. Vydia will support 2101’s roster and manage the rights and distribution of RedOne’s back catalog.

Independent dance music label Armada Music partnered with electronic music duo Deep Dish in a deal that will see Armada managing part of Deep Dish’s music catalog — namely, the duo’s 2005 album George Is On. Through the deal, the album returned to DSPs and download portals worldwide on Friday (July 19) for the first time in several years.

Global growth firm Triple G Ventures, led by CEO Gregg Stein, announced a partnership with Revelator, which provides digital IP infrastructure to independent music businesses. Through the deal, Triple G will help to enhance Revelator’s market presence, drive growth and increase awareness of Revelator’s end-to-end digital rights and royalty management solutions. Stein will also now serve as Revelator’s new chief marketing officer.

25 Jul 2024

Los Tigres del Norte Talk 2024 U.S. Presidential Election: ‘We Can Realize the Dream We All Want’

You can always count on Los Tigres del Norte to tell it how it is, both onstage and off the stage.

On Thursday (July 25), the legendary Mexican group attended, for the first time ever, the Premios Juventud awards show, where they were honored with an Agent of Change Award for being La Voz del Pueblo. For decades, the band has used its platform to fight for social justice and amplify marginalized voices while advocating for immigration policies.

“It’s a great satisfaction but at the same time very big because Agent of Change means many things,” Hernan Hernández told Billboard on the red carpet, just ahead of the awards ceremony. “But especially the people who help without expecting anything in return, help the community. Our music has helped many things, but outside of music, it helps people who need it; that gives us great satisfaction, to be able to do something with those who have given you so much. That is the distinction.”

The band also shared a few words about the landscape of the 2024 presidential election in the United States. As artists who have encouraged the Latino vote, the band’s leader, Jorge Hernández, expressed, “We were a little nervous, but now that Mr. President has decided to leave a path for Kamala, well, I think that now we can realize the dream that we all want, and that she will be elected on this occasion, for various reasons.” Adding, “We invite you to vote, those who can vote, and make their own decision. We will be fighting at any time to continue communicating to the whole nation the great importance of voting.”

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During the show, Los Tigres del Norte gave a powerful performance of their latest hit “Aquí Mando Yo,” and later thanked their families and fans for the support.

The 2024 Premios Juventud — a fan-voted awards show — is taking place at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot in San Juan and hosted by Lele Pons, Clarissa Molina and Wisin. For its 21st annual ceremony, Carin León, Maluma, Peso Pluma, Karol G and Shakira are among the most nominated acts. Meanwhile, Anitta, Los Tigres del Norte and Lele Pons each received an Agent of Change Award, which “recognizes and celebrates” young entrepreneurs and prominent stars who “selflessly contribute to creating a better world,” according to the awards show. See the list of this year’s winners here.

—Additional reporting by Jessica Roiz

25 Jul 2024

Ariana Grande Is Working on Touring Plans: ‘I Love & Miss My Fans So Much’

Ariana Grande has her fans on her mind!

The pop superstar recently opened up about touring plans amid her busy schedule balancing music, filming Wicked and working on her makeup line, R.E.M. Beauty.

“It’s something we are trying to figure out because I have to spread my focus quite thin these days but it’s something really important to me that I figure out because I love and miss my fans so much,”

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It’s been an exciting year for Grande, who stars as Glinda the Good Witch in the upcoming film adaptation of Wicked, which is set to arrive in November.

After several weeks of tinkering in the studio, Eternal Sunshine arrived March 8. It debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and stayed in the top spot for two weeks, led by the Hot 100-topping “Yes, And?”

And though she’s still busy with Wicked press obligations and her R.E.M. Beauty business, Grande has managed to keep the album era running strong. Most recently, she dropped a music video for “The Boy Is Mine” starring Penn Badgley, shortly after which she recruited icons Brandy and Monica for an all-star remix of the track. 

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“i cannot wait for everything that has yet to come within this eternal sunshine cycle (that has only just begun & may it never end),” she teased back in April. “thank you for your love.”

25 Jul 2024

The Kid LAROI Takes Billboard Behind the Scenes of His ‘The First Time Tour’ | Tour Stop | Billboard

The Kid LAROI takes Billboard behind the scenes of his LA tour stop. The Australian star shares how he preps before taking the stage, his appreciation for his fans, a moment with Akon and more!

The Kid LAROI:

I’m so f—ing tired, I’m sorry, I feel like I’m giving you guys absolutely nothing. Hey baby! We’re at The Torch Coliseum, pretty crazy how you talk to people. Came a long way. This is just, I don’t know who this is for. I’m in that one, right? Yeah, it takes me a second to like warm up with meeting new people. I feel like me and [photographer] Adam [Kargenian] have been working on it for years. Well, we just got to a point like a year ago. Adam like is fully in the studio and like I can’t even notice him.

Adam Kargenian:

Him trusting me and, you know, vice versa, reading him and being able to get good shots, knowing when I can poke him to be a little outside of his comfort zone in certain situations. But yeah, it’s really, it’s relationship first.

The Kid LAROI:

This is the choir, I’ve never met them before.

Adam Kargenian:

An honor to get to know him. He’s truly like one of the most gracious kind people I know. And I know that’s not something fans get to see every day on a day-to-day level. But it’s really true with him. He just wants the best for everyone he loves and I feel like he’s loyal to the people he loves even to a fault.

The Kid LAROI:

Awesome, sounds incredible. What’s up, how are you guys doing?

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25 Jul 2024

Wisin & Sergio George Open Premios Juventud 2024 With Energetic Salsa Celebration

Premios Juventud 2024 kicked off in a spirited spectacle led by the illustrious salsa producer Sergio George and reggaetón heavyweight Wisin, setting the stage ablaze, equipped with red lighting, at Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot.

Celebrating tropical rhythms, their opening performance of “La Vida Es Una Fiesta” — which they live-premiered Thursday (July 25) — coursed through the audience like a vibrant pulse, epitomizing the night’s jubilant theme.

Wisin, rocking a black leather outfit and badass baseball cap — and looking tough and apocalyptic — sang, “Life is a party, day or night, break it down and don’t stop. I bring good rumba for you to dance and forget your sorrows.” Meanwhile, Sergio George, wearing a white long-sleeve and matching pants, played the keys while flanked by an energetic full brass section.

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This electrifying pair not only heralded the night’s festivities in San Juan but also perfectly embodied the essence of the awards ceremony’s jubilant spirit, setting the stage for pure revelry.

The 2024 Premios Juventud — a fan-voted awards show — is hosted by Lele Pons, Clarissa Molina and Wisin. For its 21st annual ceremony, artists Carin León, Maluma, Peso Pluma, Karol G and Shakira were among the most nominated acts. Meanwhile, Anitta, Los Tigres del Norte and Lele Pons each received an Agent of Change Award, which “recognizes and celebrates” young entrepreneurs and prominent stars who “selflessly contribute to creating a better world,” according to the awards show. See the list of this year’s winners here.

25 Jul 2024

Here Are the 2024 Premios Juventud Winners (Updating)

Peso Pluma, Carin León, Maluma, Karol G and Shakira are among the top nominees at the 2024 Premios Juventud, taking place Thursday (July 25) at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot in San Juan.

Hosted by Lele Pons, Clarissa Molina and Wisin, Premios Juventud — a fan-voted awards show — recognizes artists in categories like Premios Juventud male artist/female artist, favorite group or duo of the year and new generation male artist/female artist.

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According to a press release, this year, the ceremony will give prominence to “creators,” figures who “lead on social media, by introducing new award categories to spotlight those who are making significant waves in la cultura.”

Find the 2024 Premios Juventud winners below (updating):

Premios Juventud Male Artist

Bad Bunny
Carín León
Maluma
Peso Pluma
Sebastián Yatra

Premios Juventud Female Artist

Anitta
Becky G
Karol G
Maria Becerra
Shakira

Favorite Group or Duo of The Year

Fuerza Regida
Ha*Ash
Los Ángeles Azules
Mau y Ricky
Reik

New Generation – Female Artist

Ela Taubert
J Noa
Joaquina
Rainao
Zhamira Zambrano

New Generation – Male Artist

Christian Alicea
Dei V
Izaak
Jere Klein
Los Esquivel
Luar La L
Luck Ra
Milo J
Omar Courtz
Venesti

New Generation – Regional Mexican

Chino Pacas
Delilah
Gabito Ballesteros
Jasiel Nuñez
Michelle Maciel
Nathan Galante
Oscar Maydon
Xavi

The Best Beatmakers

Big One
Bizarrap
Chris Jedi
Edgar Barrera
Gaby Music
MAG
Ovy on the Drums
Sky Rompiendo
Tainy
Zecca

The Perfect Collab

“ALV” — Arcángel, Grupo Frontera
“Bellakeo” — Peso Pluma, Anitta
“Cosas de la Peda” — Prince Royce, Gabito Ballesteros
“De lunes a Lunes” — Manuel Turizo, Grupo Frontera
“El Jefe” — Shakira, Fuerza Regida
“En Esta Boca” — Kany García, Young Miko
“Las Mujeres” — Carlos Vives, Juanes
“Ni Me Debes Ni Te Debo” — Carín León, Camilo
“Por el Contrario” — Becky G, Ángela Aguilar, Leonardo Aguilar
“Según Quién” – Maluma, Carín León

OMG Collaboration

“Celular” — Nicky Jam, Maluma, The Chainsmokers
“Contigo” — Karol G, Tiësto
“Dientes” — J Balvin, Usher, DJ Khaled
“Esta Vida” – Marshmello, Farruko — WINNER
“Freak 54 (Freak Out)” — Pitbull, Nile Rodgers
“K-Pop” — Travis Scott, Bad Bunny, The Weeknd
“Muñekita — Kali Uchis, El Alfa, JT
“Niña Bonita” — Feid, Sean Paul
“Puntería” — Shakira, Cardi B
“Vocation” — Ozuna, David Guetta

Girl Power

“En Esta Boca” — Kany García, Young Miko
“La_Original.mp3” — Emilia, TINI
“Labios Mordidos” — Kali Uchis, Karol G
“Nadie De Ti” — Ana Bárbara, Majo Aguilar
“Puntería” – Shakira, Cardi B

My Favorite Dance Track

“Celular” — Nicky Jam, Maluma, The Chainsmokers
“Contigo” — Karol G, Tiësto
“Dientes” — J Balvin, Usher, DJ Khaled
“Esta Vida” – Marshmello, Farruko
“La_Original.mp3” — Emilia, TINI
“Las Babys” — Aitana
“Rauw Alejandro: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 56” — Bizarrap, Rauw Alejandro
“Vocation” — Ozuna, David Guetta

Best Urban Track

“Funk Rave” — Anitta
“LALA” — Myke Towers
“Monaco” — Bad Bunny
“Niña Bonita” — Feid, Sean Paul
“Qlona” — Karol G, Peso Pluma
“Un Cigarrillo” — Chencho Corleone

Best Urban Mix

“Bubalu” — Feid, Rema
“Borracho y Loco” — Yandel, Myke Towers
“Quema” — Ryan Castro, Peso Pluma, SOG
“Podemos Repetirlo” — Don Omar, Chencho Corleone
“Tucu” — Ozuna, Amarion

Best Urban Album

Att. — Young Miko
Cosmo — Ozuna
Forever King — Don Omar
LVEU: Vive La Tuya…No La Mía — Myke Towers
Mañana Será Bonito (Bichota Season) — Karol G
Mor, No Le Temas a la Oscuridad — Feid
Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana — Bad Bunny
Sol María — Eladio Carrión

Best Pop/Urban Song

“Bonita” — Daddy Yankee
“Coco Loco” — Maluma
“Corazón Vacío” — Maria Becerra
“No Te Enamores de Él” — Danny Ocean
“Pasa_je_ro” — Farruko
“Una Noche Sin Pensar” — Sebastián Yatra

Best Pop/Urban Collaboration

“Arranca” — Becky G, Omega
“Baby Hello” — Rauw Alejandro, Bizarrap
“Copa Vacía” — Shakira, Manuel Turizo
“Esta Cida” — Marshmello, Farruko
“Manos Frías” — Mau y Ricky, Reik, Beéle
“Vagabundo” — Sebastián Yatra, Manuel Turizo, Beéle

Best Pop/Urban Album

.MP3 — Emilia
Bailemos Otra Vez — Chayanne
Don Juan — Maluma
Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran — Shakira
Sincerándome — Carlos Rivera

Tropical Hit

“Bailando Bachata” — Chayanne
“Bandido” — Luis Figueroa
“Mambo 23” — Juan Luis Guerra 4.40
“Me EnRD” — Prince Royce
“Punta Cana” — Marc Anthony

Tropical Mix

“El Yate (Salsa Version)” — Lenny Tavárez, Sergio George
“Las Mujeres” — Carlos Vives, Juanes
“No Es Normal” — Maffio, Nacho, Venesti
“Plis” — Camilo y Evaluna Montaner
“Si Tú Me Quieres” — Fonseca, Juan Luis Guerra 4.40

Best Tropical Album

Clásicos de la Provincia 30 Años (Remastered & Expanded) — Carlos Vives
Llamada Perdida — Prince Royce
Radio Güira — Juan Luis Guerra 4.40
Voy a Ti — Luis Figueroa
Yo — Christian Alicea

Best Regional Mexican Song

“Como Quieras Quiero” — Edén Muñoz
“Dios Bendiga Nuestro Amor” — Banda El Recodo de Cruz Lizárraga
“Indispensable” — Carin León
“La Diabla” — Xavi
“No Es Que Me Quiera Ir” — Alejandro Fernández
“No Se Vale” — Edwin Luna, La Trakalosa De Monterrey
“Obsesión” — Intocable
“Te Quiero Ver” — La Maquinaria Norteña
“Un Cumbión Dolido” — Christian Nodal
“Vengo de Verla” — Calibre 50

Best Regional Mexican Collaboration

“Alch Si” — Carin León, Grupo Frontera
“CCC” — Michelle Maciel, Eden Muñoz
“La Cumbia Triste” — Los Ángeles Azules, Alejandro Fernández
“Lady Gaga” — Peso Pluma, Gabito Ballesteros, Junior H
“Santo Patrón” — Banda MS de Sergio Lizárraga, Fuerza Regida

Best Regional Mexican Fusion

“De Lunes a Lunes” — Manuel Turizo, Grupo Frontera
“El Amor de mi Vida” — Los Ángeles Azules, Maria BecerraA
“Peso Pluma: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 55” — Bizarrap, Peso Pluma
“Por el Contrario” — Becky G, Ángela, Leonardo Aguilar
“Según Quién” — Maluma, Carín León

Best Regional Mexican Album

Colmillo De Leche — Carín León
Como En Los Viejos Tiempos — Edén Muñoz
El Comienzo — Grupo Frontera
Esquinas — Becky G
Exótico (Deluxe) — La Maquinaria Norteña
Forajido EP2 — Christian Nodal
Génesis — Peso Pluma
Modus Operandi — Intocable
Pa Las Baby’s y Belikeada — Fuerza Regida
Tiempo Al Tiempo — Calibre 50

Creator of the Year

Basi Cedran
Dani Valle
Tammy Parra
Wendy Guevara
Yeri Mua

Creator that Inspires Me

Carlos Eduardo Espina
Daniel Habif
Nilda Chiaraviglio
Sofia Bella
Vanesa Amaro

Creator with a Social Cause

Alexis Omman
Jake Ceja
Juan González — WINNER
Juixxe
Manuel Nunez

Best LOL

Andres Johnson
Jezzini
Karla De La Torre 
La Jose
Mr. Chuy

My Favorite Actor

Daniel Elbittar — El Amor No Tiene Receta
Emmanuel Palomares — Perdona Nuestros Pecados
Gabriel Soto — Vencer La Culpa
Marcus Ornellas — Eternamente Amándonos
Matías Novoa — Cabo

My Favorite Actress

Bárbara de Regil — Cabo
Carolina Miranda — Tierra de Esperanza
Claudia Martín — El Amor No Tiene Receta
Coco Máxima — El Amor No Tiene Receta
Livia Brito — Minas de Pasión

They Make Me Fall In Love

Angelique Boyer, Daniel Elbittar — El Amor Invencible
Carolina Miranda, Andrés Palacios — Tierra de Esperanza
Claudia Martín, Daniel Elbittar — El Amor No Tiene Receta
Livia Brito, Osvaldo de León — Minas de Pasión
Marcus Ornellas, Alejandra Robles Gil — Eternamente Amándonos

25 Jul 2024

The Best 2024 Premios Juventud Red Carpet Photos: See All the Looks

Black was the color of the night at the 2024 Premios Juventud red carpet on Thursday (July 25). Among the first to walk and pose was Anitta, who wore a crisscross halter top see-through black dress. Meanwhile, Domelipa wore a flowy black dress that was perfect for the hot and muggy weather in Puerto Rico.

Others that walked the red carpet included La India, also in black, who will perform alongside Anitta in a salsa tribute to Fania. Also in full black were Argentine hitmaker Emilia with a long, leather, tight black dress and Prince Royce, who arrived in a minimalistic, yet elegant two-piece accessorized with silver jewelry and chains.

Meanwhile, Lele Pons, one of the night’s hosts, arrived in a gorgeous metallic, cutout dress. Representing regional Mexican music, Joss Favela stood out with an off-white ensemble that included a tejana (cowboy hat) and pointy boots.

Others who walked the red carpet before the show included Fariana, Oscar De León, Mau y Ricky, Reik and Los Tigres del Norte, who made their debut at the awards show.

The 2024 Premios Juventud — a fan-voted awards show — is taking place at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and hosted by Lele Pons, Clarissa Molina and Wisin, For its 21st annual ceremony, Carín León, Maluma, Peso Pluma, Karol G and Shakira are among the most nominated acts. Meanwhile, Anitta, Los Tigres del Norte and Lele Pons each will receive an Agent of Change Award, which “recognizes and celebrates” young entrepreneurs and prominent stars who “selflessly contribute to creating a better world,” according to the awards show.

Here are the best photos of the artists on the red carpet as they arrived at the gala.

25 Jul 2024

Deezer’s New CEO Is Alexis Lanternier

Alexis Lanternier was named CEO of French music streamer Deezer, replacing interim CEO Stu Berger, the company announced Thursday (July 25).

Lanternier, who will be based at Deezer’s Paris headquarters, most recently co-founded and developed Branded, a digital-first consumer goods company. Prior to that, Lanternier was an executive vp of Walmart Canada e-commerce and also held positions at Lazada, an e-commerce company in Southeast Asia. He will lead a staff of 600 people. Available in more than 180 markets, Deezer generated 485 million euros ($525 million) of revenue in 2023, up 7.4% from the prior year, and had 10.5 million subscribers at the end of the first quarter. The company will report second-quarter earnings on July 30.

“I’m thrilled to be joining Deezer at such a pivotal time,” Lanternier said in a statement. “Deezer is an inspiring French tech pioneer and is uniquely positioned to support the major changes happening in the global music industry while ensuring all stakeholders benefit. Its consistent strategy in favor of fair artist compensation, immersive and collaborative music experiences and its state of the art technology platform make it ideally positioned to seize future growth opportunities.”

Iris Knobloch, chair of Deezer’s board of directors, cited Lanternier’s experience in leading and transforming organizations. “His vision for Deezer is compelling, and we are confident that his leadership will propel the company to new levels of success,” she said in a statement. “As we continue to innovate and expand our offerings, Alexis’s expertise will be invaluable in navigating the evolving streaming landscape and delivering experiences to our users.”

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The previous Deezer CEO, Jeronimo Folgueira, left the company in February after a nearly three-year run in the role.

25 Jul 2024

Cordae ft. Lil Wayne “Saturday Mornings,” Smif-N-Wessun “Fifty Fifty” & More | Daily Visuals 7.25.24

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For a while now Cordae has been considered one of the best young lyricists of today’s Hip-Hop generation and though he’s been overlooked often by Hip-Hoppers across the board, his peers know he’s a problem and he’s joined by one of the game’s legends for his latest offering.

Linking up with Lil Wayne for the visuals to “Saturday Mornings,” Cordae and Weezy show what they can do on the same track as Cordae proves to be one of the young bulls in the game while Wayne continues to cement his GOAT legacy with bars so hard they’ll chip a tooth if you try to take a bite. Weezy’s still got it, man.

Back in Brooklyn some of the game’s triple OG’s, Smif-N-Weesun show that they still got that Bucktown grittiness in them and in their clip for “Fifty Fifty” the Boot Camp Click representatives roll through Kings County in style while keeping it gully like they’re known to do.

Check out the rest of today’s drops including work from Drizzy Juliano, Albee Al, and more.

CORDAE FT. LIL WAYNE – “SATURDAY MORNINGS”



SMIF-N-WESSUN – “FIFTY FIFTY”



DRIZZY JULIANO – “SOMETHING GOTTA GIVE”



ALBEE AL – “NO HOOK PO”



MEET THE WHOOPS – “WHERE I’M FROM”



FINESSE2TYMES – “PRETTY RICKY”



FAT TAY – “CRAZY”



WOLFACEJOEYY – “FINSTA”