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If you’re a fan of super-shiny lips and glittery eyeshadows that capture the light, the disco glam trend is for you.
This trend has been showing up everywhere from music videos and movies to red carpets and at music festivals — it’s even transcended from a nighttime trend to an around-the-clock option. Celebrity makeup artist Hannah Jaclyn created a stunning disco glam looks on Miley Cyrus in the past, similar to the one seen in her new “Something Beautiful” music video. We spoke with different makeup artists to find out how to create this look so you can try out the trend for yourself.
How to Create a Disco Lip Look
To create a more sheer but glitter-heavy look, Jaclyn starts with a lip oil that helped smooth the lips so that the base was hydrated and devoid of any flakiness or texture. From there, she uses Jouer’s lip topper, which is super shiny and incredibly long-lasting.
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If you want even more depth and shine, Urban Decay’s head of global artistry Steve Kassajikian explains how to use eyeshadow on the lips. While it may seem odd, he suggests starting by setting your lips with a translucent setting powder before applying your favorite lipstick. “Then take a loose or pressed glitter eyeshadow and press it against the lips with your finger and finish it off with a gloss,” Kassajikian told Billboard. “For depth, you can line the lips as well to give the glitter a bit of dimension.”
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Kassajikian notes that liquid lipsticks are often known for their long-lasting qualities, so they may be the best option for music festivals when you need real staying-power. Here are the products recommended by Jaclyn and Kassajikian.
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Urban Decay Vice Lip Bond Glossy Longwear Liquid Lipstick
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How to Create a Disco Eye Look
Both Jaclyn and Kassajikian suggest applying a base layer to the lid, either a cream or liquid eyeshadow or a primer intended specifically for the lids. This not only helps the glitter pop, but it will help the shadows really stick and prevent fallouts. “You can also use a powder glitter first and then use a liquid glitter on top with a fluffy eyeshadow brush,” says Kassajikian.
From there, press powder shadows into the lid with your fingertip or a dense flat brush. If you’re partial to a brush, Kassajikian suggests spraying it with a setting spray before dipping it in the shadow. To further prevent fallouts, apply a layer of translucent setting powder under the eyes so that any glittery particles can be swept away with a brush. Kassajikian also notes that liquid eyeshadow formulas can be easier to use and more long-lasting. Here are product recommendations from both artists.
Jouer Cosmetics Crème Eyeshadow Stick
Jouer Paris Lights Eye Paints
Urban Decay 24/7 Glaze-On Shimmer Liquid Eyeshadow
Urban Decay All Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting Spray
PROME shares what inspired the group’s debut EP Prometheus, how PROME came up with the band name and more in this Q&A with Billboard China.
Major, Timmy, X Yi, Yuanyu Xie
Timmy: I was too excited to sleep the night before rehearsal.
X Yi: We barely spoke beyond “hello” at first.
Timmy: Can I be the God of Wealth?
Major: Cupid.
Timmy: Let’s grab a bite together.
Billboard, hello, Billboard! We’re PROME.
Billboard China: Describe each teammate in one sentence.
X Yi: Timmy the most handsome man I’ve ever seen
Major: Timmy — talented and ridiculously good looking.
Yuanyu Xie: Timmy — the definition of cool.
Timmy: X Yi — effortlessly cool
Major: X Yi — a virtuoso guitarist.
Yuanyu Xie: X Yi — a next-level guitarist.
Timmy: Major — adorably clueless.
X Yi: Major — the cutest guy.
Yuanyu Xie: Major — pure sunshine.
Timmy: Yuanyu — fiery yet chill.
X Yi: Yuanyu — the most handsome drummer.
Major: Yuanyu — a human drum explosion.
Billboard China: How did PROME form?
Timmy: Fate really. Our name PROME comes from the first five letters of Prometheus. We want to pass the fire of music to listeners — we’re a young rock band experimenting with genres but always aiming to share raw energy.
Billboard China: How was your first rehearsal?
Yuanyu Xie: Exactly as expected. Everyone nailed their parts and the chemistry was instant.
X Yi: Shockingly smooth. We thought it’d take ages to sync up, but it just clicked.
Major: Way better than I imagined, everyone was so passionate and in tune — literally.
Timmy: I was too excited to sleep the night before rehearsal. The rehearsal? Lightning-fast synergy. Unreal, but also totally meant to be.
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Following the recent release of their debut EP’s lead single “MORE AND MORE,” PROME Band — formed and fronted by Timmy Xu (许魏洲) — has officially dropped their first EP, Prometheus.
The band’s name draws inspiration from the Greek titan Prometheus, with “PRO+ME” symbolizing “transcending oneself.” The lineup includes lead vocalist Timmy Xu, guitarist X Yi (易鑫), bassist Major (马际朝), and drummer Yuanyu Xie (谢渊宇). Titled Prometheus, the EP embodies the theme of “guarding the inner spark”: Everyone can become their own Prometheus, igniting their fire.
The lead single “MORE AND MORE” showcased the band’s boldness and fearless spirit, reflecting the raw passion of a rock band. However, Prometheus is not merely a rock album defined by genre conventions. Instead, it emphasizes authentic band chemistry, infused with improvisational energy, creating a cohesive and dynamic listening experience.
The EP is produced by Howe Chen (陈君豪), a Golden Melody Award-winning producer known for his work on albums like Jolin Tsai’s Ugly Beauty, Wu Qingfeng’s Mallarmé’s Tuesday and Faith Yang’s Flow. Blending pop sensibilities with indie authenticity, Chen ensures the EP’s premium quality. Timmy Xu contributed to the lyrics, while all band members collaborated on arrangements, resulting in a powerful synergy of creativity.
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Prometheus features three songs: the title track, “Pandora” and “X.” Rooted in rock, the EP fuses classical, funk and electronic elements, crafting a mythic yet modern sonic universe. The songs intricately narrate the struggles of overcoming adversity, seeking hope in uncertainty, and marching collectively toward the future.
The title track serves as the band’s introspective anthem, declaring that “everyone can be a Prometheus.” With maximalist instrumentals, the band reignites the spark within listeners. “Pandora” empowers audiences to cling to hope amid despair, blending genre-defying innovation. Meanwhile, “X” juxtaposes retro and contemporary vibes, evoking a time-traveling journey that celebrates humanity’s boundless potential when guided by original aspirations.
PROME Band’s mission — to warm dream-chasers with their fiery spirit — came to life during the Prometheus EP launch concert in Shanghai, held one day after the EP’s release. Dressed in sleek black suits, the band delivered a high-energy performance of “MORE AND MORE” and all three EP tracks. Timmy Xu’s explosive vocals, brimming with raw power and emotion, intertwined with guitarist X Yi’s riffs, bassist Major’s grooves, and drummer Yuanyu Xie’s thunderous beats, creating an electrifying synergy. Each crescendo and emotional shift ignited the crowd, culminating in a profound connection between the band and audience as the final notes faded.
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The EP’s narrative resonates beyond music: “Allowing oneself to be authentic” and “letting others be themselves” transform life’s fractures into channels for light. Through their rich musical language, PROME mirrors our battles against the unknown. Even when trauma fragments memory or reality dims our inner fire, time heals, and hope’s flame returns — unapologetically bright.
Cazzu’s Latinaje album has topped Billboard’s latest new Latin music poll published on Friday, April 25. In support of the weekly New Music Latin roundup and playlist, curated by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors, music fans voted for the Argentine artist’s new studio album as their favorite music release of the week.
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The 14-track set, helmed by her longtime producer Nico Cotton and released via Dale Play Records and Rimas Entertainment, generated more than 93% of the vote, beating out other new album releases last week including Boza’s San Blas, Natalia Lafourcade’s Cancionera, Javiera Mena’s Inmersión, and Bunbury’s Cuentas Pendientes.
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Latinaje is home to the previously-released singles “La Cueva,” “Dolce,” and “Con Otra”—the latter two also won the fan-related poll on Billboard.
If these tracks were any indication, lyrically and musically, Cazzu has evolved since her 2022 set Nena Trampa. On Latinaje, the artist born Julieta Cazzucheli is vulnerable and mature, singing about overcoming a heartbreak, finding her self-worth, but most importantly, motherhood—”Inti” is a sweet dedication to the daughter she has with ex-boyfriend Christian Nodal.
The very diverse album is home to trap, cumbia, salsa, merengue, flamenco, and tango melodies, and collaborations with Elena Rose, Maka, and WIU.
On the previous New Music Latin poll, Kenia OS and Anitta’s “En 4″— a provocative fusion between perreo and Brazilian funk— won the fan-related music poll. See the results of the latest one below that also included new songs by Elena Rose, Camilo, and Los Ángeles Azules; Juanes; Ivy Queen; and Young Miko.
See the complete poll results below:
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It looks like Love & Hip Hop Atlanta star, Karlie Redd got herself caught in quite the pickle, as she was just pinched in Dekalb County on some felony charges.
According to 11 Alive, Benzino’s ex-boo was booked on a burglary charge last week in Georgia as authorities say this past January she entered a private home without permission where she caught a case of sticky fingers and began lifting personal items that did not belong to her. An arrest warrant for Karlie Lewis (Redd) was approved by a judge on April 4 along with $15,000 bail bond in the matter.
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The documents state the incident happened between Jan. 13 and Jan. 15 at a residential property. Prosecutors allege that Lewis entered the home through the rear master bedroom door and took items, including a birth certificate, a watch, and a card belonging to the resident. A video cited in the affidavit reportedly shows Lewis in the garage, looking through a window and entering the property.
While police have not released the name of the person listed as the victim, Lewis’ attorney confirmed it was her estranged husband, Teleau Belton.
Karlie must’ve thought her ex-husband wouldn’t call the law to handle the situation. She thought wrong. Karlie Redd turned herself in on April 24 and was released on consent bond.
“The warrant taken out on April 4 alleges Karlie’s husband is the claimed “victim.” As everyone knows, Karlie and her husband are in the midst of a divorce proceeding, and her husband has previously been charged in Fulton County with family violence battery against her. I am very confident Karlie’s case will be resolved favorably,” Sadow said in a statement.
No court date has been set, but we’re sure it’ll serve as a storyline to a future season of Love & Hip Hop Atlanta. Heck, they could use a ratings boost.
What do y’all think about Karlie Redd getting pinched for robbing her ex-husband? Let us know in the comments section below.
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On Monday (April 28), President Donald Trump issued an attack via his Truth Social media platform. This time, it was directed at polls from The New York Times, ABC News/The Washington Post, and Fox News who reported underwater approval ratings for him. “They are negative criminals who apologize to their subscribers and readers after I win elections big, much bigger than their polls showed I would win, loose a lot of credibility, and then go on cheating and lying for the next cycle, only worse,” he wrote.The approval numbers were at 42 percent, 39 percent, and 44 percent respectively. The data comes as Trump is close to marking 100 days in office for his second term. In a poll by CNN, his approval rating was at 41%. The decline is historic – Trump’s current numbers are the worst for any president at the end of their first 100 days, even beating his own numbers in his first term.“They suffer from Trump Derangement Syndrome, and there is nothing that anyone, or anything, can do about it,” Trump concluded. “THEY ARE SICK, almost only write negative stories about me no matter how well I am doing (99.9 percent at the Border, BEST NUMBER EVER!), AND ARE TRULY THE ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE! I wish them well, but will continue to fight to, MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”Trump’s allegations come in the face of striking data from all the polls. In the ABC News poll, 6 percent of Trump’s own voters stated their regrets in voting for him. Concerning political independents, his approval rate has dropped to 31%, matching the low set in January 2021. Those polled also were disapproving of his handling of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and even disagreeing with his handling of immigration, with 45% approving now, down 6 points from March.“It’s not only that he’s in the short term in bad shape, there’s also evidence in the poll that…even if he gets his way on certain things like tariffs, that he’s not good in the long run,” said conservative pundit and former Trump adviser Karl Rove in an interview with The Independent. Rove also declared that “Trump fatigue” has set in among the public in a recent op-ed with The Wall Street Journal.
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Another Monday and another weekend filled with Kanye West social media outbursts that would’ve been deemed outrageous in any other normal timeline, but in this MAGA one it’s become par for the course.
A week after Kanye West admitted to having same-sex relations with his own cousin, the embattled and obviously off kilter rapper has decided to once again rehash his beef with the dearly departed and much revered designer, Virgil Abloh. During a livestream with Sneako over the weekend, Kanye West decided to take shots at the Off-White founder again and said that Virgil Abloh’s passing was basically karma for the designer stealing from Kanye West.
After going off on Cam’ron and 50 Cent for criticizing him, Kanye West suggested that he’s some sort of deity amongst humanity and said “Ni**as who go against me be dead, bro. Ni**as who steal, bro. Look at Virgil, he dead bro. Ni**as who steal from me and try to take the king position be dead bro.”
Virgl Abloh passed away from cancer in 2021. We’re not sure how Kanye West can associate a rare cardiac angiosarcoma diagnosis with someone stealing from him, but like we said, in this timeline it is what it is. Continuing to explain his status amongst us mere humans, Kanye added: “When we say ‘watch the throne,’ it’s only one throne. It’s only one king, and we know who the king is obviously. Who y’all watching, who y’all care about?”
Yeah, we can’t call it.
While many fans hope Kanye West seeks some kind of help or therapy to help him conquer whatever demons has him claiming Nazism and throwing shots at damn near every one of his Hip-Hop peers, it seems like this version of Kanye West is going to be sticking around for a while, and there’s nothing we can do about it.
We truly do miss the old Kanye West.
What do y’all think about Kanye West once again talking down on Virgil Abloh? Let us know in the comments section below.
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ “Die With a Smile” adds an 18th week at No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200 chart. The song also scores a 15th week atop the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. survey. The ballad first led both lists last September.
The Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts, which began in September 2020, rank songs based on streaming and sales activity culled from more than 200 territories around the world, as compiled by Luminate. The Global 200 is inclusive of worldwide data and the Global Excl. U.S. chart comprises data from territories excluding the United States.
Chart ranks are based on a weighted formula incorporating official-only streams on both subscription and ad-supported tiers of audio and video music services, as well as download sales, the latter of which reflect purchases from full-service digital music retailers from around the world, with sales from direct-to-consumer (D2C) sites excluded from the charts’ calculations.
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“Die With a Smile” continues its Global 200 command with 83.9 million streams (down 8% week-over-week) and 6,000 sold (down 6%) worldwide April 18-24. At 18 weeks, the song moves to within one week of potentially tying the longest No. 1 run since the chart began:
19 weeks at No. 1, “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” Mariah Carey (2020-25)
18 weeks, “Die With a Smile,” Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars (2024-25)
15 weeks, “As It Was,” Harry Styles (2022)
14 weeks, “Flowers,” Miley Cyrus (2023)
12 weeks, “APT.,” ROSÉ & Bruno Mars (2024-25)
Alex Warren’s “Ordinary” holds at its No. 2 Global 200 high; “APT.” is steady at No. 3; Billie Eilish’s “Birds of a Feather” keeps at No. 4, following three weeks at No. 1 last August; and Benson Boone’s “Beautiful Things” bumps 7-5, after it logged seven weeks on top in February-April 2024.
“Die With a Smile” tallies a 15th week at No. 1 on Global Excl. U.S., with 67.7 million streams (down 8%) and 3,000 sold (down 3%) outside the U.S. The song solely claims the second-longest rule in the chart’s archives:
19 weeks at No. 1, “APT.,” ROSÉ & Bruno Mars (2024-25)
15 weeks, “Die With a Smile,” Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars (2024-25)
14 weeks, “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” Mariah Carey (2021-25)
13 weeks, “Flowers,” Miley Cyrus (2023)
13 weeks, “As It Was,” Harry Styles (2022)
The rest of the Global Excl. U.S. remains in place from a week earlier: “APT.” at No. 2; “Ordinary” at its No. 3 best; JENNIE’s “like JENNIE” at No. 4, after hitting No. 3; and “Birds of a Feather” at No. 5, following three weeks at No. 1 last August.
The Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. U.S. charts (dated May 3, 2025) will update on Billboard.com Tuesday, April 29. For both charts, the top 100 titles are available to all readers on Billboard.com, while the complete 200-title rankings are visible on Billboard Pro, Billboard’s subscription-based service. For all chart news, you can follow @billboard and @billboardcharts on both X and Instagram.
Luminate, the independent data provider to the Billboard charts, completes a thorough review of all data submissions used in compiling the weekly chart rankings. Luminate reviews and authenticates data. In partnership with Billboard, data deemed suspicious or unverifiable is removed, using established criteria, before final chart calculations are made and published.
Born: Aug. 22, 2001 – Cairo, EgyptMusical Influences: Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Mariah Carey, Celine DionCurrently Listening To: Bruno Mars, Beyoncé, AdeleFirst Idol Experience: “I’ve been watching since I grew up in Egypt. As a little kid I was pulling up videos of the show any way I could. I remember Carrie [Underwood’s] journey, the compilation of every performance of hers. And Kelly Clarkson and Fantasia.Favorite Alums: Kelly Clarkson, Fantasia, Carrie Underwood, Ruben Studdard, Katharine McPhee, Phillip Phillips, La’Porsha Renae, Quintavious, Roman Collins
For the first seven years of his life, Filo lived with his family in Egypt, where he was introduced to music by the hymns at his Coptic Orthodox Christian church. “It was very much traditional, group singing with just melody, no instruments. That is where I started using my voice, but I didn’t put any thought into it. It wasn’t until I was 10 years old and my brother started downloading music on our iPad where I was introduced to mainstream music. That’s when I first got to hear Mariah Carey, Bruno Mars, John Legend and Meghan Trainor. From there, I sang in the shower and then my uncle said to my mom, ‘Are you hearing this?’”
But Filo says he never got approval for his “shower shows.” “We had moved to Abu Dhabi and there was a church choir we had put together. I loved the message of one particular song and auditioned to sing the solo. A lot of heads turned around when I started singing and that’s when I noticed, ‘Wow, maybe there’s something there. I love this. I love singing for people.’”
Filo’s mom, who has been an emotional presence on Idol this season, realized her son was interested in music and arranged for him to have voice and piano lessons. “That didn’t last long because after two months we moved to the States,” says Filo.
It was a turbulent time for the family. “There was a big revolution in Egypt where Christians were targeted. They burned mom’s hometown church in Minya down. We were lucky to get a visa to the States from the UAE. Luckily, the U.S. opened its doors and now we’re citizens, which is great.”
Along with his mother and older brother, Filo relocated to San Francisco. “It took a minute for me to fit in. Society here is so different to how it was back home and it was really a challenge finding a community. Luckily there were a few Coptic churches around where we lived, so it was slightly easier to transition. I was this awkward kid in eighth grade until I saw a poster for a school musical. I didn’t even know what a musical was. But I thought I would audition for it – it was the junior version of Shrek the Musical.”
Filo says that everyone else was prepared for the audition but he didn’t know any of the show’s songs and so tried out with Bruno Mars’ “When I Was Your Man.” And then? “I got the part of Shrek! That’s when I first felt like I belonged. People enjoyed what I was doing and I thought, ‘This is what I’m meant to do.’”
Moving on to high school, Filo was cast in all of his school’s musicals: Urinetown, In the Heights, Grease and Rent. He joined the choir and competed in local and national choir competitions, including one at Carnegie Hall. “In high school, everything revolved around my music activities.”
Filo was then accepted by the University of the Pacific in Stockton, Calif., where he studied classical music. But people back home had other expectations. “In Egypt, there are only three acceptable careers: Engineer, doctor or lawyer. That’s it, and nothing else matters. The most random people would come up to me and say, ‘So you’re doing this music thing, but what are you actually doing?’ ‘No, I’m doing music.’ ‘As a hobby. So what are you actually doing?’ I’d reply, ‘Great, thank you for your input.’ I didn’t know what to tell them.”
As a result, Filo studied for a music degree while also following a premed route. “Then, in my senior year, COVID happened.” That’s when Filo told his family he was going to dedicate his life to music.
Being on Idol has reinforced that decision. “I’ve learned how much I love to do this. This has not been an easy journey. You’re putting yourself out there for people to criticize and to have opinions. Often people don’t see the vision that you’re seeing or they’re not seeing the career that you want to have. Choosing music has proven to me how resilient I can be. It affirms not just my singing ability, but my character. Like, I’ve got this. No matter what happens on Idol, I’ve still got a vision and I’ve still got the love for the music. That’s what I’ve discovered about myself.”
Cyndi Lauper is bopping into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and she couldn’t be happier. “I’m humbled to be in the company of so many of my heroes – Aretha, Tina, Chaka, Joni, Wanda, to name just a few,” she shared in an Instagram post on Sunday (April 27), after the class of […]
