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Colombian vallenato singer Silvestre Dangond opens up about taking a break from music, playing famed blind Colombian vallenato singer Leandro Díaz, the great influence Diomedes Díaz has had on him, his new ‘Ta Malo Tour, how moving to Bogotá changed his life, sings “Cásate Conmigo” live and more!
Silvestre DangondHi, I am Silvestre Dangond, and you are watching Billboard News.
Leila CoboSilvestre Dangond, welcome to Billboard!
Silvestre DangondHere I am!
Leila CoboHere I am, here we are, getting ready for the “Ta Malo” tour. It kicks off on April 12th in Orlando, then moves to Miami.
Silvestre DangondI am anxious!
Leila CoboApril 12th, and then you will go to several cities across the U.S.
Silvestre Dangond17 cities!
Leila Cobo17 cities, 17 arenas?
Silvestre Dangond17.
Leila CoboOnly Vallenato?
Silvestre DangondOnly Vallenato Ventiao. Only Vallentato Ventiao. A 22-year career, many stories to tell. I think this is going to be one of those tours… I always say this, but there is something really important. Because of all that is happening in Colombia is going to be reflected in here in the U.S. tour.
Leila CoboLike what? What is happening in Colombia that we…
Silvestre DangondWell, for a time, for almost one year I kept away from the stage, and well now I came back kind of recharged in every sense.
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Billboard teamed up with Smirnoff Smash Vodka Soda to bring some fun to Austin, Texas, at SXSW. Tetris Kelly:From pickleball to custom cocktails, the merging of the unexpected took place when Smirnoff Smash Vodka Soda took over Billboard’s South by Southwest festivities. Fans of music, tech and more came together in Austin, Texas, for the […]
It’s Monday, March 25th and we run down all the Taylor Swift news! Shakira reveals she wants to collaborate with the “Cruel Summer” singer, while The Eras Tour opener, Sabrina Carpenter, reflects on her tour experience with her. Taylor Swift’s boyfriend Travis Kelce is in talks to host ‘Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader?’ Kendrick Lamar sparked a lot of conversation online after taking some pointed shots at Drake with his surprise feature on Future and Metro Boomin’s track “Like What” off their new album ‘We Don’t Trust You.’ The Canadian rapper has seemingly responded to being called out at his concert in Florida. Billboard reveals a new No. 1 on the Hot 100. Brazilian pop star Luísa Sonza talks about the importance of therapy. Tems reveals 5 things you didn’t know about her music and more!
Tetris KellyDrake turns the drama with him J.Cole and Kendrick Lamar up a notch. Well, Taylor Swift after learn Spanish for a new collab, as Sabrina carpenter thanks her and her boyfriend, maybe getting a new job. We got a friend on top of the Billboard Hot 100 and he pops in to talk to us. And we rewind back to women and music to hang backstage with Luísa Sonza and Tems.
Tetris KellyWelcome back to Billboard News. I’m Tetris Kelly is Monday, March 25th. And it’s a whole new week of news, but this first story is the latest in a long lasting feud.
DrakeI got my fckin head up high, my back straight, I’m ten fcking toes down.
Tetris KellyDrake seems to address Kendrick Lamar continuing the long standing feud.
DrakeThere’s not a ngga on this earth that could fck with me in my life.
Tetris KellyDrake had this to say it is recent concert and the internet is assuming he’s talking about Kendrick Lamar in the viral video.
Tetris KellyOn Friday Kendrick called out Drake and J. Cole on Future and Metro Boomin ‘s new track “Like That.”
Tetris KellyThat’s Kendrick Lamar addressing Drake and J. Cole song “First Person Shooter.” Where J. Cole tried to claim the three rappers are the best in the game, but this beef is over a decade old back in 2013 Kendrick had this to say on Big Sean’s “Control.”
Tetris KellyBack then Drake told Billboard, “It just sounded like an ambitious thought to me. That’s all it was. I know good and well that Kendrick is not murdering me at all in any platform. So when that day presents itself, I guess we can revisit the topic.”
Tetris KellyWell, it looks like we’ve come full circle, Drake.
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A pair of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ homes in Los Angeles and Miami were reportedly raided by law enforcement on Monday March 25. Fox 11 reports that the raids were executed by Homeland Security “in connection” with an ongoing federal sex trafficking investigation. Tetris KellyBreaking news Diddy’s LA and Miami homes have been raided by Homeland […]
Drake appeared to send a strong message to Kendrick Lamar and the rest of the rap game during his show in Sunrise, Fla. Drake:“I got my f–kin’ head up high, my back straight, I’m 10 f–king toes down.” Tetris Kelly:Drake seems to address Kendrick Lamar, continuing the long-standing feud. Drake:There’s not a n—a on this […]
Tetris Kelly:With a new track from Cardi B and a battle between two Warner Brothers, will anybody be able to unseat Ariana’s latest No. 1? Last time I talked to you, you were at No. 8 on the Hot 100, and now No. 4. Teddy Swims:Look at us. We’re going all the way. Tetris Kelly:This […]
It’s Friday, March 22nd and there’s a ton of new music to listen to! Shakira dropped her new album ‘Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran’ which features a track with Cardi B. Future and Metro Boomin released a collaboration album titled ‘We Don’t Trust You.’ Tyla’s self-titled debut album is finally here. And more. We went […]
Iván Cornejo talks about what it was like to play the Houston Rodeo, what fans can expect next from his upcoming music, memorable moments for him from his tour, the big boost Regional Mexican music has gotten over the past year, some of his new musical influences and more! Iván Cornejo:I was s—ting bricks. I […]
We tested Barbz at Rolling Loud to see who would know the most about Nicki Minaj. Tetris Kelly:So, I’m trying to find the biggest Barbz out here. I’m gonna ask you guys a couple of questions. OK: Where was she born? Barbz:Spain! Tetris Kelly:Spain? Barbz:Wait, can I start over? Tetris Kelly:Rewind! It’s being Friday at […]
Next week, on March 29, alternative veterans Chicano Batman will release its long-awaited fifth album, Notebook Fantasy. It will be the band’s first release since 2020, while the supporting tour will see the trio of Bardo Martinez, Eduardo Arenas and Carlos Arévalo headline a historic Los Angeles venue for the first time: The Forum.
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“It means everything, it’s a graduation of sorts,” Arenas tells Billboard News. “It’s a celebration for the city because L.A. built this band. Our fans built this. We could not get to this level without [them].”
Arenas believes the recording process for Notebook also forced the band to aim higher, as they worked from the iconic Sunset Sound studios in Hollywood. “The walls have something to tell you,” he says. “You level up. Like, if [The Doors]’ Jim Morrison did that right there, what am I going to do today?”
“I feel like every time we make a record we’re trying to do something different, and that’s certainly the case for all the songs on this record,” adds Arévalo.
Martinez agrees, saying he’s a big fan of David Bowie for the way in which he “personifies different things.” He compares the icon to a painter, saying, “I think that’s what make great artists, is they’re not afraid to be different and challenge norms [by] just being their authentic self.”
In addition to the band’s own forthcoming album, Chicano Batman will also appear on the star-studded Talking Heads covers compilation album Everyone’s Getting Involved: A Tribute to Talking Heads’ Stop Making Sense. While they can’t yet reveal what song they covered, they do share that they had just four days to rehearse, record and turn it in. But for Arenas, it was all worth it: “Stop Making Sense, for me, was life changing.”
For a band that formed 15 years ago, the trio is tighter than ever — both sonically, and by way of their lasting friendship. When asked if it feels as long as it’s been, they reply with a resounding “yes” before Arévalo doubles back. “Yes and no,” he says. “It feels like a blink, honestly, but we’ve put in the work.”
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