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21 Nov 2023

Pop Culture Rewind: Tina Turner’s Hits, Career & Chart Achievements | Billboard News

Billboard looks back on Tina Tuner’s hits, career and chart achievements.

Evan Burke:
She’s “Simply the Best.” Today we celebrate the birthday of Tina Turner, one of music history’s most electrifying performers. From her charting hits to her amazing accolades, we run through it all in today’s Pop Culture Rewind.

Tina Turner was born on November 26, 1939. Ms. Turner kicked off her half-century career in the late 1950s, but it wasn’t until 1971 that she gained her first top 10 with Ike Turner and their version of the Creedence Clearwater Revival song “Proud Mary.”

Over the course of her career, she landed 18 songs on the Hot 100 with 1984’s “What’s Love Got To Do With It” becoming one of her most iconic hits. The song also won record of the year and best female pop vocal performance at the Grammys in 1985. She has a career total of eight Grammys. Tina has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice, once as a part of Ike & Tina Turner in 1991, and again in 2021, as a solo artist.

The prolific artist passed away on May 24, 2023. There is currently a Broadway show Tina that celebrates her life touring the United States.

We will have another huge moment for you next week in our Pop Culture Rewind.

20 Nov 2023

Snoop Dogg Isn’t Really Giving Up ‘Smoke’ After All: Here’s Why | Billboard News

Rap legend Snoop Dogg recently announced he had given up “smoke,” leaving fans and the general public in shock. However, on Monday, November 20th, he cleared the air and revealed that the “smoke” part of his statement was the key in unveiling his latest “smoke-free” endorsement deal.

Snoop Dogg:
I have an announcement. I’m giving up “smoke.”

Rania Aniftos:
Last week Snoop Dogg posted to his socials that he was giving up “smoke.” This is what the rapper really meant by that. Snoop Dogg pulled a fast one on all of us when he declared he was giving up “smoke,” posting, “After much consideration and discussion with my family, I’ve decided to give up ‘smoke.’ A lot of fans were confused by the announcement that seemed to come out of nowhere but now we know what the Doggfather is up to.

Snoop Dogg:
Solo Stove fixed fire. They took out the smoke.

Rania Aniftos:
He cleared the air, revealing he’s giving up smoke in his outdoor stove as part of his latest endorsement deal with Solo Stove fire pit company. The limited edition collab with Snoop features a $350 Snoop Stove featuring the rapper’s logo signature and a pair of dog paws emblazoned on the side as well as a bucket hat and sticker pack.

20 Nov 2023

HYBE x Geffen’s ‘The Debut: Dream Academy’ Reveals New Girl Group KATSEYE | Billboard News

KATSEYE is set to release its debut album in 2024.

Rania Aniftos:
After weeks of auditions, HYBE and Geffen Records have unveiled the final six members of their new global girl group. Plus, Tetris caught up with them after the big moment.

Tetris Kelly:
Give it up for your new global girl group KATSEYE.

Rania Aniftos:
We all watched The Debut: Dream Academy over the past couple of months as finalists from all over the world competed to be part of HYBE and Geffen’s new girl group. All six members of the new group called KATSEYE were unveiled during the live finale hosted by our own Tetris Kelly, and included girls from South Korea, Switzerland, the United States and more. Tetris caught up with KATSEYE after the exciting finale, and here’s their reaction.

KATSEYE:
I am feeling absolutely, like, filled with gratitude. I cannot wait, like, I’m so optimistic to debut with all of these amazing girls. I don’t know, I’m just filled with gratitude right now and I’m just super super excited.

Rania Aniftos:
And what do they think of their new name?

KATSEYE:
Honestly, this name is fierce, like, I freaking love it and I think it fits us perfectly, our vibes and what we want to tell the world with our music, and I can’t wait to make music with these girls. But yeah, the name I love it.

Rania Aniftos:
KATSEYE will now get to work on their forthcoming album, which is scheduled to be released in 2024. Plus, the process of creating the girl group will be featured in an upcoming Netflix documentary series also set to premiere in the summer of 2024. Congrats to all the winners, and make sure you stay tuned for our full interview with KATSEYE coming soon.

Watch the full video above!

20 Nov 2023

Dolly Parton & Måneskin Team Up for ‘Jolene’ Collab on ‘Rockstar’ Deluxe Edition | Billboard News

Dolly Parton dropped an expanded exclusive to her album Rockstar days after its initial release.

Rania Aniftos:
Italian rockers Måneskin teamed up with Dolly Parton for a cover of her classic “Jolene.”

After dropping her first rock album, Rockstar, Dolly Parton called upon Måneskin for an expanded exclusive download version with two bonus tracks. Dolly took to IG to announce the additions, writing, “Surprise! Did you all think I was done? I’m giving you not one but TWO more ‘Rockstar’ bonus tracks.”

The two tracks are her own “Jolene” featuring Måneskin, and a cover of Eddie Money’s “Two Tickets to Paradise.” Both tracks are available exclusively on Dolly’s website.

Watch the full video above!

19 Nov 2023

2023 BBMAs Recap: Best Performances, Biggest Winners & More | Billboard News

Here are the biggest winners, the best performances and all the highlights from the 2023 Billboard Music Awards Presented by Marriott Bonvoy.

Tetris Kelly:
From Karol G’s theatrical performance in water, to Peso Pluma bringing us into the ring with a very special guest, the reimagined Billboard Music Awards took over the world Sunday night with performances and acceptance speeches from all corners of the globe. Morgan Wallen rocked out the Braves Stadium in Atlanta with his latest “98 Braves.” It was the big winner of the night, taking home 11 awards, including top Hot 100 artist. And in a monumental move, Taylor Swift received 10 awards, while Drake took home five, making them tie with 39 each, making them both the most awarded artists in BBMA history.

Other memorable moments include Mariah Carey showing us why she is the queen of the season with “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” Both Stray Kids and NewJeans showed us why K-pop is so massive.

On the awards side, Karol G took home two awards for top Latin female artist and top Latin touring artist, and Peso Pluma won for top Latin song. It was a big night for our new K-pop categories as well, with Latto and Jung Kook grabbing top global K-pop song for their team up on “Seven.” Stray Kids walked away with top K-pop album, and NewJeans nabbed the award for top global K-pop artists.

For a full list of the night’s winners and to catch all the performances head to Billboard.com

17 Nov 2023

ENHYPEN Talks ‘Orange Blood’ Mini-Album, Collabs With Pokemon, Prada & More | Billboard News

ENHYPEN sits down with Billboard News’ Tetris Kelly to talk about their new mini-album ‘Orange Blood,’ making their first songs in English, their collabs with Pokemon and Prada, being in the ‘Baby Shark’ movie, and more!

ENHYPEN:
Hello, we are ENHYPEN, and this is Billboard News.

Tetris Kelly:
Hey, it’s Tetris with Billboard News and for the first time in our studio, I got my friends ENHYPEN. What’s up, guys? I am so happy to have you guys here finally. And I mean, I was at the show the other night, I had the time of my life. So tell me about your first time playing a stadium in the States. How did you feel?

ENHYPEN:
Yeah, first of all, I just want to say the energy was so amazing.

Tetris Kelly:
Well, you talked about their energy — your energy was crazy. There was so much dancing. I think Jungwon, one time you were like on the ground doing choreo and you looked at the camera and I was like, “How do you guys do all of this?” So how was it to concentrate on the dancing, the singing, the fans? How do you balance all of that?

ENHYPEN:
We can perform because of ENGENES’ cheers, ENGENES’ energy. I think we get used to it the more we do it. The cheers really pump us up, and the adrenaline rush keeps us going.

Tetris Kelly:
“Bite Me” towards the end of the show — I love seeing you guys perform that. So let’s talk about that single and how has it been to perform that for the ENGENES?

ENHYPEN:
The fans’ chants were mind-blowing. They were cheering so loudly.

Tetris Kelly:
Tell me Heeseung: How was it to direct the song in studio?

Watch the full video above!

17 Nov 2023

Cassie Sues Diddy, What to Expect From Billboard Music Awards, New Music From ENHYPEN & More | Billboard News

Cassie filed a lawsuit against her Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, in which she depicts enduring over a decade of violent behavior, disturbing demands and drug abuse. ENHYPEN debut their fifth mini album titled ‘Orange Blood,’ 2 Chainz & Lil Wayne drop their joint album ‘Welcome 2 ColleGrove,’ and André 3000 debuts the all-instrumental album ‘New Blue Sun.’ Latin music star Ozuna drops his new album ‘Cosmo,’ Drake releases ‘For All the Dogs Scary Hours Edition,’ Midland’s “Wichita Lineman” song is here and more!

Tetris Kelly:
Diddy gets slapped with a lawsuit. We catch up with the guys of ENHYPEN. The Billboard Music Awards are this weekend and we tell you what to expect. Plus, all the new music drops you need to know about.

Happy Friday, y’all. It’s BBMA weekend and we’re so excited here at Billboard News. But before we talk BBMAs, let’s see what new tracks are out in our Friday Music Guide.

Nothing is better than when two icons collide, and that’s exactly what’s happening with Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz on ‘Welcome 2 Collegrove.’ More new music to come during the show, but for now, let’s check out our top story of the day.

Sean “Diddy” Combs is facing accusations of rape and physical abuse from his former partner Cassie. R&B singer Cassie has filed a lawsuit accusing hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs of physical abuse and rape. Cassie, full name Cassandra Ventura, claims she endured over a decade of his violent behavior and disturbing demands, including repeated physical beatings and being forced to engage in sex acts with male sex workers while Diddy masturbated.

Watch the full video above.

17 Nov 2023

What Fans Can Expect From the Reimagined 2023 Billboard Music Awards | Billboard News

Here’s what fans can expect from the reimagined 2023 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday, November 19th, on BBMAs.watch.

Tetris Kelly
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: It’s time for the Billboard Music Awards. Ahead of the 2023 BBMAs, I’m telling you exactly what to expect.

Karol G
From my fans, they appreciate what I do. They respect what I do. They love what I do, and I really love them for the support that they give me.

Tetris Kelly
Stars will be performing for their biggest fans at custom locations around the world. We’re getting Latin heat from Karol G and Peso Pluma, K-pop heavyweights like Stray Kids and NewJeans, with pop girlies like Bebe Rexha and Tate McRae hitting the stage.

Tate McRae
It’s so wild.

Tetris Kelly
In the first-ever awards show performance of “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” and oh yeah, we’ll find out if Taylor Swift will win enough trophies to surpass Drake as the most-awarded BBMA artist of all time. It all goes down Sunday across social platforms and on BBMAs.watch beginning at 8pm Eastern Time and 5pm Pacific Time.

16 Nov 2023

Harry Styles’ New Buzz Cut, Tate McRae’s Billboard Cover & More | Billboard News

Rising pop star Tate McRae is Billboard’s newest cover star. The singer is set to take the stage at this year’s Billboard Music Awards. Harry Styles’ beauty and apparel line, Pleasing, shared a photo of the singer sporting a new buzz cut hairstyle on Wednesday, November 15th. Billboard takes a look back at when musical legend Elvis Presley and longtime friend and collaborator Otis Blackwell penned the 1957 musical hit “All Shook Up” inspired by shaking a can of Pepsi. And more!

Tetris Kelly:
Tate McRae is our brand-new cover star and she’s performing at the BBMAs. We’re running down the biggest songs on TikTok. Harry Styles is hairless. And we take a look back at Elvis.

This is Billboard News for November 16th and I’m Tetris Kelly. One of our favorite new stars is on the cover of Billboard. We get “Greedy” with Tate McRae in our new profile.

Tate McRae:
I remember the day, I was on a walk with my mom and I remember I was like, oh my God, I’m No. 1 in like the Bubbling Under the Hot 100 chart. And I was like, this is the biggest day of my life.

When “you broke me first” hit No. 17, it’s pretty wild because I feel like I’ve just been watching my favorite artists of all time on that chart. And I think at first, I didn’t realize the capacity of what “you broke me first” had done until I actually like got to LA and realized that it had, you know, gotten to a specific spot and gotten that big.

When I wrote “you broke me first,” I was 16. I was like, I have to put this song out. I really want to. The first time I like filmed my first ever like legit music video was with my friend back in Calgary on Video Star on my phone. It’s only two passes of the entire music video. It’s so crazy. It has like so many views now and it’s so strange to just look back and see that it was literally made on an iPhone.

Watch the full video above!

16 Nov 2023

Mitski Tops TikTok Billboard Top 50, Lil Mabu & Chrisean Rock Land at No. 2 | Billboard News

Mitski’s “My Love Mine All Mine” returns to the TikTok Billboard Top 50 for the fourth week, while Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is Your” breaks the top 10 as we usher in the holiday season. Lil Mabu and Chrisean Rock’s “Mr. Take Your B*tch” drops to No. 2, while Aliyah’s Interlude “It Girl – Sped Up Version” rises to the No. 3 spot on the list.

Tetris Kelly:
Mitski returns to No. 1 and Mariah Carey breaks into the top 10. Mitski’s “My Love Mine All Mine” returns to No. 1 on the TikTok Billboard Top 50 posted November 16th. It’s the song’s fourth week atop the chart and users are clearly resonating with the track.

Lil Mabu and Chrisean Rock “Mr. Take Your B*tch” drops to No. 2, while Aliyah’s Interlude, “It Girl – Sped Up Version” rises to the No. 3 spot. Ice Spice and Bad Bunny are reaching new heights with “Deli” at No. 4 and “Monaco” sitting at No. 5. Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You”  jumps from No. 11 to No. 6 after debuting on last week’s chart as users get into the holiday experience.

Every Thursday, Billboard will bring you the verified list of the hottest songs on TikTok by monitoring music discovery and engagement on the platform in the United States. To find the TikTok Billboard Top 50 each week, users can simply go to any sound detail page and tap the top right button to access the charts page.

Watch the full interview above!