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It was a star-studded weekend at Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour stop at LA’s SoFi Stadium and it was extra special on Monday to celebrate the Queen B’s birthday. Nicki Minaj unveils the cover art for her highly anticipated ‘Pink Friday 2’ album, Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion announce a new song, Zach Bryan tops […]
Billboard counts down the top five songs that ruled the summer of 2023. Rania Aniftos:It’s here… the official song of the summer. We’re going through the top five songs that you’ve been rocking to all summer long. Two country songs made the list along with some songs of the summer faves. Let’s jump right in […]
Nelly Furtado talks to Billboard’s Executive Music Director, Jason Lipshutz about her anticipated return to music, reminisces on her career re-defining album ‘Loose,’ teases her new music, what it’s like to work with Justin Timberlake and Timbaland again and more!
Jason LipshutzOh, oh sh*t, okay. This is the most fun I’ve ever had during a video.
Nelly FurtadoHi, I’m Nelly Furtado This is Billboard News
Jason LipshutzHere with the one and only Nelly Furtado.
Jason LipshutzNelly, I’m so happy you’re here. I’m such a huge fan.
Nelly FurtadoOh, for real?
Jason LipshutzThe hugest fan seriously. I want
Nelly FurtadoI had a feeling that you might be a fan but I wasn’t sure.
Jason LipshutzI listened to on my walk here. I listen to all of the ‘Spirit Indestructible’
Nelly FurtadoYeah, right.
Jason LipshutzI swear to God.
Nelly FurtadoNo way.
Jason Lipshutz“Parking Lot” just blasting in my ears.
Nelly FurtadoOh my god.
Jason LipshutzAnd meanwhile, like you’ve been kind of slowly, as you said, playing shows put out the single top dollar like, what is it been like kind of dipping your toe back into the music world a bit more.
Nelly FurtadoIt’s been so fun. I’m just like, more grateful than ever. I’m, I’m super grateful. I feel like the place I’m at right now is kind of like the same place I was at when I was like, I would say 20. And I first signed a record deal. And like, I spent all my time obsessing over music, listening to music, and making music and collaborating with friends who make music and family actually. And so I’m there again, like I’m in it for the craft I’m in it for for the right reasons. And I just, it’s so pure for me right now. It’s just pure inspiration. Like, all day.
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It’s Friday and we have a ton of new music picks for you today! Doja Cat’s new track “Demons,” Nicki Minaj dropped the lead single off of ‘Pink Friday 2,’ SEVENTEEN and NKOTB have come together for an iconic boy band collab and more! During Miley Cyrus’ “Used to Be Young” TikTok series, she reflected […]
Taylor Swift is releasing “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour” concert film, and it’s coming to a movie theater soon. Victoria’s Secret reveals its promo for their Victoria’s Secret World Tour featuring models Hailey Bieber, Gigi Hadid and Honey Dijon as well as Victoria’s Secret Angels Candice Swanepoel, Adriana Lima, Lily Aldridge and more. Doja […]
Billboard looks back and counts down the top five songs that ruled the summer of 2022. Rania Aniftos:We’ve made it to the last week before our big reveal. What were the big songs of the summer last year? Let’s dive right into our top five. Coming in at No. 5: a song that had a […]
Travis Scott announces his Utopia – Circus Maximus Tour. Doja Cat’s upcoming album ‘Scarlet’ will arrive on September 22nd. TXT announced their upcoming new album ‘The Name Chapter: FREEFALL.’ We spoke with K-pop star Leo at KCON LA. And more! Tetris Kelly:Travis Scott is taking his No. 1 album on tour. New music is on […]
When Shakira and Jennifer Lopez joined forces for their Super Bowl LIV Halftime Show performance, it was one of the history books. Celebrate iconic moments of the past, present and future in this Pop Culture Rewind. Evan Burke:They danced again because their “Hips Don’t Lie.” Jennifer Lopez and Shakira joined forces for the 2020 Super […]
K-pop newcomer LEO opens up about his new track “One Look,” the fan reaction to his new music, being inspired by Drake, PARTYNEXTDOOR and Bryson Tiller and more at KCON LA 2023.
Tetris Kelly:We’re hanging out at KCON with brand new artist LEO. Man, welcome to L.A.! How’s it been treating you?
LEO:Oh, thank you so much. It’s been good. It’s been chill. Yeah.
Tetris Kelly:I’m glad it’s been chill, but it hasn’t been chill in your life. You recently joined 131 Label. I’ve been following your updates online. So tell me what the average day is like for you?
LEO:Yeah, well, actually, we’ve been busy just making music and we’ve had a lot of sessions and obviously filmed a music video. Song’s just out a few days ago. It’s been pretty busy.
Tetris Kelly:And I mean, you’ve traveled all the way from Australia to Korea to start your career. So what made you want to do that?
LEO:Obviously, I was inspired a lot by Korean culture, Korean music and obviously, I love music too. So natural.
Tetris Kelly:Oh, it’s natural! Well, what’s one word to describe LEO for those of you out there who want to get to know you?
LEO:Shy?
Tetris Kelly:Oh, he says he’s shy. We’ll find out about that. And then your new music. Tell me about your next single.
LEO:Yes. “One Look” came out a few days ago. I’m very pleased for it to come out. And you know, a lot of people have been showing it a lot of love, so I’m very, very happy.
Tetris Kelly:Who are some artists that inspire you?
LEO:I think my favorite artists are Drake, PARTYNEXTDOOR, Bryson Tiller, just to name a few.
Tetris Kelly:Well, Drake is playing at this arena, I think last week, so we’re sharing the Drake energy right now. You got to channel that.
LEO:Yeah. Well, I went … I went actually, but yeah, it was amazing. Yeah.
Tetris Kelly:That’s super awesome. And tell me what’s something you want to tell to your fans out there.
LEO:Obviously, thank you for listening to “One Look,” showing it a lot of love and thank you for just supporting me, and can’t wait to see you guys on stage.
Tetris Kelly:We’re excited for you. Thanks for hanging out with Billboard.
LEO:Thank you so much.
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K-pop boy band ATEEZ talk about the success their album ‘The World EP 2: Outlaw’ had on our Billboard chat, their fans dancing to their hit “Bouncy,” Mingi’s emotional solo song, and more! ATEEZHello we’re ATEEZ and this is Billboard News. Tetris KellyIt’s Tetris with Billboard News and I’m hanging out with ATEEZ, thanks guys […]
