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20 Mar 2025

Remember Me? ‘Coco 2’ In the Works From Disney & Pixar

Coco is getting a sequel. Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger said Thursday (March 20) that Coco 2 is currently in development at Pixar Animation Studios.

“While the film is just in the initial stages, we know it will be full of humor, heart and adventure,” Iger said at the company’s shareholders meeting.

The sequel will reunite the creative team behind the first, including directors Lee Unkrich and Adrian Molina. Coco followed Miguel, a 12-year-old boy with musical dreams who goes to the Land of the Dead to find out more about his family’s history.

The original grossed over $814 million at the worldwide box office and won two Oscars, for best animated feature and best song for the catchy hit “Remember Me.” It also won a Golden Globe and the BAFTA for best animated film.

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Coco was Pixar’s first feature film with a lead character from a minority group, and one of the largest American productions ever to feature an almost entirely Latino cast.

Coco 2 is reportedly eyeing a 2029 theatrical release.

20 Mar 2025

Billboard Celebrates Spain Music Industry With Special Event in Madrid: See Photos

Billboard celebrated Spain’s music industry leaders at a private event March 18 in Madrid attended by over 100 top executives, artists and creators. Held at the rooftop of Gynko at Hotel VP Plaza España Design, the event celebrated the publication of Billboard’s Spotlight on Spain included in the March 8 issue of Billboard magazine, but also served as an overall celebration of Spain’s vibrant industry, which in the last year reported its highest revenue ever, its highest streaming stats and record-breaking number of tickets sold.

Billboard’s Leila Cobo highlighted those achievements and the brand’s intent to continue growing its commitment to the Spanish music scene. “We want to be part of your story and amplify your voices. Our commitment to Spain and its music is complete,” she said. Cobo, Billboard’s Chief Content Officer for Latin/Español, flew in for the event along with Latin charts director Pamela Bustios and sales director Marcia Oliva.

Those who came to the VIP gathering were a veritable who’s who of Spain’s music industry, including Starlite CEO Sandra García Sanjuán; Sony Music Iberian Peninsula president José María Barbat; Narcis Rebollo, president/CEO of Universal’s Global Talent Service; Claire Imoucha, head of Amazon Music Spain; Maite Díez, GM of Believe Spain; Promusicae president Antonio Guisasola; concert promoter Jorge Iglesias; and Live Nation Spain president Pino Sagliocco.

Several major artists also attended, including multi-Latin Grammy nominee Rosana, Álvaro de Luna, Barry B, Chiara Oliver, Gara Durán, Las Migas, Lela Soto, Mafalda Cardenal, Marilia, Natalia Lacunza, Ona Mafalda, Salma and Walls, reflecting the rich diversity of Spain’s creative scene today.

Read more about the Billboard event in Madrid here, and check out the best photos below.

20 Mar 2025

Lizzo Announces Her New Album Is Officially ‘Done’

Lizzo is ready for fans to feel some Love in Real Life.

The superstar took to Instagram on Wednesday (March 19) to reveal that her upcoming album, Love in Real Life, is officially complete. “ALBUM IS DONE YALL!” she wrote, alongside a photo of herself in the studio, struggling to smile, which she explained in the second half of the caption: “ASTROLOGY EXPERTS Do my mercury got micro braids? Cus I got an emergency root canal, announced SNL & finished my album all in one day today.”

The astrology comment is play on the term Mercury retrograde, which is an astronomical illusion and phenomenon where the planet Mercury appears to move backward in its orbit from the Earth’s perspective. During the retrograde, astrology enthusiasts believe that communication, technology and travel is disrupted.

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The star will make her fourth appearance on Saturday Night Live as musical guest alongside host Jon Hamm for the April 12 show. She made her debut on the show in 2019, and returned twice in 2022.

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Lizzo has already released two songs from her upcoming album, “Still Bad” and the title track. Aside from “Pink” for Greta Gerwig’s 2023 Barbie soundtrack, the first singles from the project mark the Yitty founder’s first proper releases since 2022’s Special, which reached No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and spawned two-week Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 single “About Damn Time.”

In a recent interview with SiriusXM’s The Heat With Swaggy Sie, she revealed her inspirations for the album. “We can’t even cap in our rap and say that [Michael Jackson] didn’t inspire so much of [the ‘Love in Real Life’] video. Also, Beyoncé. Her visual albums, like, since ‘B’Day’ she’s been doing visual albums and that’s so f—ing cool to me.”

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20 Mar 2025

Jelly Roll’s HEYDUDE Collab May Be Sold Out, But You Can Slip Into One of These Wallys Instead

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If you’re looking for new ink, Jelly Roll‘s latest HEYDUDE collab is all tatted up. Teaming up for their second limited-edition sneaker, the black suede silhouette is riddled with tattoo-style detailing inspired by the “Liar” singer. But just like their first drop, the new Jelly Roll Wally sneaker has sold out a day after its release — thankfully, the brand’s Wally line has plenty of style alternatives to keep your feet happy.

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Jelly and HEYDUDE initially teamed up last October to release a limited-edition Wally Slip Canvas, inspired by his most recent album, Beautifully Broken. The collab was an instant hit and sold out in under a minute. Since then, fans have been eagerly waiting for the next release between the two, and it unfortunately came and went just as fast.

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Described by HEYDUDE as “even more intricate” than the debut show, the monochromatic suede sneaker features an ink-inspired design, nodding to Jelly’s many tattoos while honoring his “authenticity, individuality, and unwavering loyalty.” Luckily, the Wally shoe comes in many similar styles and colors, including a durable faux leather work shoe, a sleek all-black knit makeover, and a a cozy Stretch Sox silhouette.

Shop Jelly Roll x HEYDUDE Wally alternatives on the HEYDUDE website and below.

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HEYDUDE Wally Work CE Classic Slip Resistant Shoe

Looking for a durable everyday shoe? The Wally Work Classic is a workhorse featuring a water repellent upper and slip-resistant tread. Add on its trendy faux leather body, and the shoe is ready for anything the day throws at you.

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HEYDUDE Wally Funk Mono Shoe

A go-with-everything classic is one purchase away. These Funk Mono shoes are made with a polyester knit fabric that’s stretchy, breathable and comfy for a full day of walking.

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HEYDUDE Wally Stretch Sox Shoe

If you want your shoe to feel like a cloud, the stretch sox shoe is for you. These include the brand’s signature stretch mesh material, which will provide an easy slip-on feeling, comfort and lightness from top to bottom.

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HEYDUDE Wally Work CE Slip Resistant Wide Shoe

Spring wardrobe, meet the Wally Stretch Canvas. Show off your ankles this season with these low-top shoes featuring easy-on laces and a cushioned ankle collar.

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HEYDUDE Wally Work CE Slip Resistant Wide Shoe

Do you have a wide foot? No worries, the Wally Work CE Xtra Wide shoe will keep those feet snug and cozy. These also include a water-repellent and slip-resistant getup for maximum durability.

20 Mar 2025

Premios Heat 2025 to Be Held in Colombia For the First Time

The Heat Latin Music Awards, commonly known as Premios Heat, will have a new venue this year in Medellin, Colombia.

“IT’S OFFICIAL! Medellín, the city where everything blooms, becomes the home of the HEAT Latin Music Awards 2025. See you in this magical city where music lives and inspires us,” the organization announced early Thursday morning (March 20) in an Instagram post.

Set to take place on May 29, 2025 Premios Heat will take place for the first time in the history of the awards show outside of its usual venue in Cap Cana, Dominican Republic.

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Now, the birthplace of reggaeton in South America — and of great figures of the genre such as Karol G, J Balvin, Maluma, Feid, Ryan Castro, among others — will witness the ceremony that recognizes the best of Latin music through public voting.

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And it won’t just be the awards night, but an entire week of music with the Heat Medellin Festival, scheduled for May 26-30.

The event, held with the support of the Mayor’s Office of Medellín, seeks to promote the city as a cultural epicenter with this type of event that attracts both locals and tourists, this time to gather around the music industry. Throughout the week there will be different spaces open to the public free of charge, including international conferences, meetings with the press, different networking spaces and showcases.

The programing will be announced at a later date.

— This story was originally published in Billboard Colombia.

20 Mar 2025

Lawyer Tony Buzbee Withdraws From Multiple Cases Against Diddy

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After filing multiple assault lawsuits against Diddy, Tony Buzbee has been forced to withdraw from representing the alleged victims.

As per TMZ the Houston, TX. attorney will not be able to proceed with many of the lawsuits he has filed against Sean “Diddy” Combs. Last month the mogul’s legal representation filed a motion that he does not have authorization to practice law in the Southern District of New York. This week he submitted paperwork formally removing himself from 15 sexual assault cases. “I made an error in judgment by failing to inform you that I was not admitted to the Southern District” the paperwork read.

Tony Buzbee says he plans to remain involved while his New York based counsel will move forward with the high profile cases. U.S. District Judge Ronnie Abrams has yet to approve the request as per the order she filed on Tuesday, Mar. 11 demanding he explain why he didn’t make it clear he is not approved to practice law in the district.

In an exclusive statement to TMZ he details the reasoning for the move to withdraw. “I personally withdrew, not my firm, from the few federal court cases we have on file until such time as my admission is cleared up” he says. “I’m still attorney in charge in all the New York state cases and intend to file cases very soon in Nevada and California.”

This is not the first time Tony Buzbee has been accused of errors with regards to his legal practice. Back in January JAY-Z’s team called out the attorney for missing several “factual inconsistencies” in his client’s story that she was sexually assaulted by JAY-Z and Diddy back in 2000.

20 Mar 2025

Tina Knowles to Be Honored as Mother of the Year at 2025 Billboard Women in Music

Tina Knowles is the ultimate matriarch in Hollywood, and the businesswoman and beloved mom to Beyoncé and Solange Knowles will be receiving a special honor at this year’s Billboard Women in Music event.

Knowles will be the first-ever Mother of the Year honoree at the event taking place live at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood, Calif., on March 29.

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Knowles is gearing up to head out on a book tour this spring in support of her upcoming memoir, fittingly titled Matriarch (out April 22). The nine-city book tour launches in Washington, D.C. on April 30 with special guest and former First Lady Michelle Obama joining Knowles as the evening’s moderator. The press tour will conclude on June 4 in London.

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The 2025 Billboard Women in Music event, hosted by Laverne Cox, will recognize music’s top female artists, producers and executives for their contributions to music industry, their communities and beyond. Doechii is the 2025 Woman of the Year recipient, just two years after she was given the Rising Star honor in 2023.

Additional honorees include aespa (Group of the Year), Ángela Aguilar (Breakthrough Award), Erykah Badu (Icon Award), GloRilla (Powerhouse Award), Gracie Abrams (Songwriter of the Year), JENNIE (Global Force Award), Megan Moroney (Rulebreaker Award presented by Crown Royal Whisky), Meghan Trainor (Hitmaker Award), Muni Long (Rising Star Award Presented by Honda Stage) and Tyla (Impact Award presented by Bose).

The 2025 Women in Music Awards will stream on March 29, live on VIZIO WatchFree+ at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT on VIZIO TVs and in the VIZIO mobile app.

Tickets to attend the show in person can be purchased via Ticketmaster here, with more information at billboardwomeninmusic.com.

20 Mar 2025

No More Swipes: New York City Ending MetroCard Sales

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On Wednesday (March 19), the Metropolitan Transportation Authority made the announcement that transit riders in New York City were expecting the agency would end sales of the MetroCard at the end of the year. All stations would stop selling the MetroCard on Dec. 31, in conjunction with the stoppage of sales in retail locations and bodegas around the city. The OMNY tap-and-go system would then be the only one in use throughout the five boroughs.

“After 32 years, it’s time to say goodbye to the MetroCard and go all in on the fare payment system of the future,” said MTA Chairman Janno Lieber in the statement, adding that the move to OMNY “also opens the door for new discounts and promotions that’ll put money back in riders’ pockets.” OMNY, which was created by the Cubic company with the MTA as a result of their $573 million deal in 2017, had a slow installation and roll-out in 2019 exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The first wave of OMNY vending machines encountering manufacturing issues also delayed the MTA’s planned phaseout of the MetroCard by two years. 

OMNY users can purchase a card for $1 at participating retailers and load up with an online account or at OMNY vending machines. They can also use digital wallets on their smartphones and watches to pay the fare. In an interview with Gothamist, MTA spokesperson Joana Flores said that the end date for the MetroCard aligns with the agency’s plan to have at least one OMNY vending machine in all 472 subway stations by the fall.

The MTA encourages riders to spend down their remaining MetroCard balances, but they can use existing balances to pay fares on buses and subway trains until the end of 2026. The change is expected to save the MTA $20 million annually. Those wondering about the discounts they currently have with 30-day MetroCards may see that vanish as well – there is no option for that with OMNY, and a potential fare hike by the MTA later this year could prohibit that from being implemented. 

20 Mar 2025

‘The Carters’ Trailer Previews Emotional Conversations With Aaron & Nick Carter’s Loved Ones

A new Paramount+ documentary will dive into the struggles behind Nick Carter and Aaron Carter’s rise to fame, and a new trailer for The Carters shows how much the highs and lows affected the people closest to them.

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Told through the eyes of Angel — Aaron’s twin sister — the doc will piece together the Carter family’s “deeply disturbing path” through never-before-seen home movies and exclusive interviews with friends Melissa Joan Hart and Scout Willis.

In the two-minute trailer, Angel is heard getting emotional as she describes her brother’s troubles, as scenes of the Carters growing up weave through the screen. “Imagine being a child and working like an adult, and having your childhood taken away from you,” she says, before adding, “In our family, mental health disorders run very deep.”

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The two-part project will give viewers a “deeply personal look at the extreme highs and tragic lows of a family propelled into the spotlight” by Nick’s boy band career with the Backstreet Boys and Aaron’s rise to solo pop stardom.

Aaron, Nick and Angel are three of five children in their family. They also had a sister named Leslie, who died of an apparent overdose in 2012, and another sister, Bobbie Jean, who died of an accidental overdose in 2023. Aaron died the year prior in an accidental drowning. Nick is currently embroiled in legal battles with three women who have accused him of sexual assault.

Watch The Carters trailer below. The documentary will be available to watch on Paramount+ starting on April 15.

20 Mar 2025

Marcus Jordan Admits To Ketamine Use In DUI Case

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A few weeks ago, it was reported that Marcus Jordan was taken into custody for driving under the influence and the possession of a white powder, which was thought to be cocaine but turned out to be ketamine.

Now, TMZ is reporting that Jordan is admitting that he has a substance abuse problem weeks after the arrest, and a judge will be ordering him to seek counseling to address his problem going forward. Facing three charges, including a felony count of ketamine possession, a misdemeanor count of DUI with property damage, and another misdemeanor count of resisting an officer, Jordan originally pleaded not guilty. But apparently, he’ll be owning up to his actions and looking to make a deal as he was basically caught with his hand in the ketamine jar.

Per TMZ:

In a new court filing, obtained by TMZ Sports, Jordan and his attorneys revealed the 34-year-old has been dealing with “challenges” related to his “alcohol/substance use” … and now, he wants a judge to order him to complete a Pre-Trial Substance Abuse Education and Treatment Intervention Program in an effort to help him with these issues.

Jordan’s attorneys argued the program would “not only benefit him personally but also serve the community by reducing the likelihood of future offenses.” They added in the documents that Michael‘s son “is amenable to treatment.”

Marcus, according to the docs, would waive his right to a speedy trial if the judge grants the motion.

Well, at least he’s admitting he has a problem. That’s always the first step in cases like this. Hopefully he gets the help he needs and sobers up before he ultimately backdoors all his Trophy Room exclusive Jordans to ketamine pushers or something. Yes, us sneakerheads are still salty about that Air Jordan 1 “Freeze Out” release. Just sayin’.

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