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NCT 127 Talk New Album & Song ‘Walk,’ Possible Tour Plans, More | Billboard News

NCT 127 stopped by the studio to share more about their sixth studio album, and the lead single from the album, “Walk,” along with the choreography and new energy that this album brings in addition to their growth. They talked about their favorite songs from the new album, their first performance at KCON in seven years, hinted at possible tour plans, and more!

So I’m happy to have you guys back. You got a new album out, new song, all titled “Walk.” So let’s talk about the song first, and how great it’s been to see the fans react in such a big way. 

It’s our sixth album, our sixth full-length album, and I think our fans are really, really liking it like we are. It’s been a while since we made a comeback in the summer, think the choreography really enhanced the charms of the song as well, seeing us perform “Walk,” and just hearing the song walk both ways, it’s really it’s bringing some good responses from the fans. So thank you very, very much.

Yeah, I mean, I was talking to some fans at KCON, and I asked them, like, if you could listen to one, NCT 127, song, what would it be? They said, “Walk.” They’re so excited about it. 

The energy was crazy. 

And tell me a little bit about the music video and creating it. You said, the choreography. I mean, you guys keep topping yourselves. So talk about filming the music video and what that process was like?

We usually have like individual scenes where we, like all have our own role. But this time it was like more with a, like a crew kind of vibe. So we mostly filmed it like all together, like everyone was on one screen throughout the whole music video. So it was like the new part of this one. 

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Could Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars Have a Collab Coming Soon? | Billboard News

There could be a possible Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars collaboration coming soon. Here are all the clues the duo have left for fans to pick up on!

Tetris Kelly: 

Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars? Oh my! Fans are speculating about a collab and wondering if the duo just hinted on socials. What’s going on? Now add Lady Gaga, and what does it sound like? After several prominent accounts posted about a rumored song between the two, Lady Gaga and Bruno are having fun on socials. Bruno followed the “Bad Romance” singer and he also posted a video on IG. She commented laughing with hearts and he chimed in and added a rose. Now that they are Instagram pals, do you feel like a song is coming? And what will it sound like? Let us know in the comments.

Sabrina Carpenter Receives Support From Kacey Musgraves & SZA | Billboard News

Sabrina Carpenter performed with Kacey Musgraves at Outside Lands, and SZA took to TikTok to show her support. We have the details!

Tetris Kelly:

Sabrina Carpenter and Kacey Musgraves did some walking at Outside Lands as SZA gets shook at some of Sabrina’s vocals. Grab a shot of espresso and let’s dive in. That was Sabrina Carpenter singing “In Love with Another Man” by Jazmine Sullivan and when noticing the video online, SZA commented “Wait huh !??????? Am I crazy for not know she got down like this ?” Well SZA now you know and fans are begging for a collab. Meanwhile at Outside Lands, Kacey Musgraves joined Sabrina onstage. The pair sang the Nancy Sinatra classic at the San Francisco fest on August 10th. Kacey gushed about the post online, even giving us an inside peek at rehearsals.

FIFTY FIFTY Announces New Members as Former Members Sign With New Label | Billboard News

FIFTY FIFTY announced that they’re coming back and who their new members are. Meanwhile, their former members signed with a new label, keep watching for the full story!

Tetris Kelly:

FIFTY FIFTY had one of the most popular songs of 2023, and after a legal battle between its members and their label, the group was left with one member: Keena. Last week, they dropped a video showing off the new members of the now-five-woman group. They also revealed the names of four of the members: CHANELLE MOON, YEWON, HANA and, of course, Keena. As for the mystery fifth member, we now know who she is: FIFTY FIFTY posted a video revealing their new youngest member, Athena, and her interests. They will reveal more of the new group and its new members over the rest of the week.

Chanelle Moon:

I’m Chanelle. I like to view the world a little differently than others.

Tetris Kelly:

Culminating in some surprise releases on the 21st, the 30th and their new mini-album on September 20th. Saena, Sio and Aran have signed to a new label. The IOK Company has created a subdivision, massive E&C, according to Newsen, and the three women plan to debut as a new group this year. We can’t wait to see what FIFTY FIFTY and their former members have been working on.

Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 Countdown for August 17, 2024 | Billboard News

Will “Not Like Us” go back to reigning at No. 1?

Tetris Kelly:

This is the Billboard Hot 100 top 10 for the week dated August 17. Dropping to 10 is “Too Sweet.” Teddy slips to No. 9, as “Please Please Please” moves up to 8 and Billie climbs to a new No. 7 peak. Chappell Roan also hits a new high, as “Million Dollar Baby” stays locked at 5. “Espresso” at 4, “Not Like Us ” at No. 3, and “I Had Some Help” at 2. And hanging on to the No. 1 spot for a fifth nonconsecutive week is Shaboozey. If you want more Billboard, make sure you hit the subscribe button and ring the bell to be notified on all our latest videos.

Zedd Announces ‘TELOS’: Running Through His Hottest Collabs | Billboard News

After nearly a decade without an album release, Zedd has just announced his third album ‘TELOS.’ To celebrate this announcement, we’re taking you back and reviewing all his most popular songs, featuring iconic singers like Ariana Grande, Selena Gomez, Foxes and more.

Zedd:

If you make music from the heart, then it’s timeless. There’s no expiration date. So I’m not worried about that.

Narrator:

Zedd gave us another taste of his third album, ‘TELOS,’ which boasts songs like “Lucky” featuring Remi Wolf and “Out of Time” featuring Bea Miller, which they performed live at Lollapalooza. It may be his first album in nine years, but since he released “Clarity” and “True Colors,” he’s not only gotten jacked, he’s dropped some major bops as well. Here are some of Zedd’s hottest collabs. “The Middle” with Maren Morris is one of Zedd’s longest-charting No. 1s. It’s so good, they collabed on “Make You Say” too. But his highest-charting Hot 100 hit was “Break Free” with Ariana Grande. He’s also charted with the help of Hayley Williams, Hailee Steinfeld and his onetime boo Selena Gomez. But he’s got some other hits you may not have heard if you haven’t been following the mega DJ. Zedd & Katy Perry’s “365” scratched the surface of the Hot 100, while his collab with Kehlani is a hidden gem for some. Three years ago he dropped a bop with Griff, and he’s got some bangers with the boys like Shawn Mendes and Liam Payne. But you can’t have a list of Zedd’s biggest collabs without including the one that most discovered the DJ from: “Clarity” featuring Foxes won Zedd a Grammy and he’s been unstoppable ever since. What’s your favorite collab and who do you hope he’s recruited for his third album ‘TELOS?’ Let us know in the comments. 

Rihanna’s Navy vs. Gracie Abrams’ Fandom: Can RiRi Win Fan Army Face-Off? | Billboard News

For our last match-up in the quarterfinals of Fan Army Face-Off, we have Rihanna versus Gracie Abrams. Which fandom will win? Vote now!

Vote here!

Tetris Kelly:
It’s the quarterfinals of Billboard‘s Fan Army Face-Off, and our final matchup is getting tight. Our final artists trying to make it to the semifinals are Rihanna and Gracie Abrams. Both have made their mark on music, but how do they stack up?

Rihanna took out Noah Kahan, Ice Spice and Sabrina Carpenter to reach the quarterfinals. RiRi’s been in the game since 2003, released eight albums. The latest dropped over eight years ago, yet she still has over 84 million monthly listeners on Spotify. She has 151 million followers in IG, 34 Grammy nominations, nine of which she won.

When it comes to Gracie, Benson Boone, Lim Young-woong and Justin Bieber were no match for her. Gracie has been in the biz for six years, has two albums in her catalog, the latest dropped in June. She has 21 million monthly listeners on Spotify and 3 million followers on the ‘gram. Earlier this year, she was nominated for her first Grammy for best new artist.

Who are you voting for? Head over to billboard.com to see who’s in the lead and cast your vote.

Bobby Shmurda & Loud Luxury Talk ‘Cool Like That’ Creation & Music Video Preview | Billboard News

Bobby Shmurda shocked the EDM world when he teamed up with Loud Luxury on “Cool Like That.” They stopped by the studio to share how they were able to link up, exploring different genres of music and more. Keep watching for a sneak peek of their new music video for “Cool Like That.”

Bobby Shmurda:

They brought something out of me that was in me for a long time. So I appreciate, no fingerprints.

Tetris Kelly:

Oh, y’all already got secret handshakes and everything. 

Bobby Shmurda:

Yeah, no fingerprints. 

Tetris Kelly:

This is family now.

Joe De Pace:

What’s up? Everyone, we’re Loud Luxury. 

Bobby Shmurda:

Oh, that’s it?

Joe De Pace:

You’re supposed to be like “I’m Bobby Shmurda.”

Bobby Shmurda:

Andrew, Joe.

Joe De Pace:

What’s up, everyone? We’re Loud Luxury.

Bobby Shmurda:

And I’m Bobby Shmurda.

Andrew Fedyk:

And this is Billboard News.

Tetris Kelly:

Hey what’s up it’s Tetris with Billboard News hanging out with Loud Luxury and Bobby Shmurda, how are you guys doing? 

Joe De Pace:

Hello, we’re good. We’re a little tired. 

Bobby Shmurda:

I’m Loud Luxury.

Tetris Kelly:

I mean, you just came back from Vegas, from what I heard, but that’s the life, right? 

Joe De Pace:

Yes I am, baby. 

Tetris Kelly:

Well, and you got here. So you’re doing good. You’re doing good so far. You guys got a brand-new song, “Cool Like That.” Tell me about this mash-up. How did you guys link up? 

Andrew Fedyk:

Start, Bobby.

Bobby Shmurda:

Y’all want me to start? 

Andrew Fedyk:

Yeah! 

Joe De Pace:

You kind of initiated it 

Andrew Fedyk:

Yeah. 

Bobby Shmurda:

So I kind of initiated it. Basically, I love EDM music. I did a video to “Body,” yeah, that’s one of my favorite songs. You know, “Body.”

Keep watching for more!

Yung Miami to Address Diddy Allegations on ‘Caresha Please’ | Billboard News

Yung Miami addresses how she feels toward the Diddy allegations on her upcoming episode of ‘Caresha Please’ with Saucy Santana. Keep watching for a sneak peek.

Narrator:

After several assault allegations and Diddy’s home being raided, fans have been asking how Diddy’s onetime girlfriend, Yung Miami, feels about the situation. Well, now she’s being candid in a new teaser and it’s all about to be unleashed. 

Yung Miami:

You ready for the smoke?

Saucy Santana:

I’m ready for smoke. Is you ready? Bartender can we get Caresha please?

Narrator:

She’s sitting down on her show ‘Caresha Please’ with her friend, rapper Saucy Santana, to open up about it all. 

Saucy Santana:

When all of these allegations and lawsuits came apart, why didn’t you speak?

Yung Miami:

I said I was gonna say my truth. 

Saucy Santana:

What was your experience like, you know, dating him?

Narrator:

And with the full episode arriving shortly, Caresha may not have been as candid as Saucy wanted her to be. 

Saucy Santana:

I don’t really feel like you addressed everything. Talk h*e

Cardi B Reveals ‘Freak Accident’ Nearly Caused Her to Miscarry | Billboard News

Cardi B opened up on X’s Spaces to share a freak accident that nearly caused her to miscarry her third child. Keep watching for more.

Cardi B:

I got into a little freak accident, but I injured myself. 

Tetris Kelly:

Oh no Cardi B! She has opened up about a scary medical crisis that she said almost resulted in a miscarriage. We have the story. 

Cardi B:

No it doesn’t really happen often, but it became something that was so big. I was literally paralyzed and that little thing almost cost me my little one to come.

Tetris Kelly:

Cardi B recently just announced her third child after her split from husband Offset and she got extremely candid on Spaces about a health scare that almost cost the baby’s life. After being dismissed from a hospital, she woke up still in pain.

Cardi B:

Today I woke up sober, honey, I’m dying like I’m dying. I swear to God if I don’t feel good in four hours I’m going to the hospital and I don’t give a f—. I’m gonna exaggerate the sh–, so I can get more morphine. Morphine me down, I don’t give a damn. 

Tetris Kelly:

We here at Billboard will keep you posted as we, of course, wish Cardi a speedy recovery and healthy pregnancy.