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21 Jun 2024

Kendrick Lamar’s Pop Out Recap: What Will Drake Do Next? | Billboard Unfiltered

In the seventh episode of Billboard Unfiltered, Billboard staffers Carl Lamarre, Trevor Anderson and Kyle Denis break down Kendrick Lamar’s Pop Out event and how Drake should navigate his next move after the show. They also dive into the new Verzuz and X deal, their favorite albums that have been released in 2024 in hip-hop and R&B and more.

Carl Lamarre: 

When I saw YG come out, I felt the knife. I felt the knife turn a little bit. 

Trevor Anderson:

Just on a tech level like X and Amazon. That’s a whole ‘nother beast level that’s coming.

Kyle Denis:

Shoutout to GloRilla, that mixtape is really hard. The girls and the guys were coming back this year. They said, “we still got something to say.”

Carl Lamarre:

So, first day of summer, we are here.

Kyle Denis: 

Finally. 

Trevor Anderson:

It feels like it if you’re in New York because this heat is no joke! 

Carl Lamarre: 

It is like 95 degrees outside. 

Kyle Denis:

Yeah.

Carl Lamarre: 

Happy belated Juneteenth. 

Kyle Denis:

Right sir.

Trevor Anderson:

That’s because we were not working yesterday. 

Kyle Denis:

We was not working.

Carl Lamarre:

You know, being Black. 

Trevor Anderson:

Always a good feeling. 

Kyle Denis:

Being real proud. 

Carl Lamarre:

Being proud because last night was a hip-hop celebration, a celebration for L.A.

Kyle Denis:

A moment in history. 

Carl Lamarre

A moment in history. In case you guys missed it, Kendrick Lamar had a Pop Out concert. That’s what it’s being deemed now. The Pop Out concert for Juneteenth in L.A. Star-studded. DJ Mustard, DJ Head and of course Kendrick and friends. DJ Mustard brought out Tyler, the Creator Steve Lacy, Ty Dolla $ign…

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21 Jun 2024

Chappell Roan’s Rise to Pop Stardom | Billboard Explains

Chappell Roan’s music has skyrocketed in the last few months with her singles, “Good Luck, Babe!,” “Red Wine Supernova” and “HOT TO GO” all rising in the Hot 100, alongside her debut album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess entering the Billboard 200. But who is Chappell Roan and where did she come out from? Will she be pop music’s newest sensation? Keep watching to find out more!

Tetris Kelly:

Is Chappell Roan’s pop music’s next big sensation? The singer-songwriter has skyrocketed to pop stardom over the past year, but Chappell has been working towards this moment since she was a teenager. So who is Chappell Roan? What’s her story? And how did she make her way to the charts? This is Billboard Explains Chappell Roan’s Rise To Pop Stardom. Born Kayleigh Rose Amstutz, she adopted the name Chappell Roan in honor of her late grandfather Dennis Chappell and his favorite song “The Strawberry Roan” by Marty Robbins. Hailing from Willard, Missouri, Chappell started uploading covers to YouTube as a teenager. At 16, she wrote her original song “Die Young” and was signed to Atlantic Records at 17. She released her first EP School Nights in 2017, and then dropped “Pink Pony Club” in 2020. Unfortunately, her label didn’t think she was a profitable artist and she was dropped. Fast forward to October 2023, where Chappell made her Billboard chart debut jumping onto the emerging artists chart at No. 8. She later went on to be No. 1 for three weeks on the same chart beginning in May 2024. Chappell’s gradual rise to the big time also played out for her debut studio album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess. While it was released in September 2023, it didn’t enter the Billboard 200 until it debuted at No. 127 in April 2024 following her iconic Coachella performance and opening for Olivia Rodrigo on her Guts Tour.

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20 Jun 2024

ITZY Shares Experiences of ‘Born to Be’ World Tour, Working With ATEEZ & aespa | Billboard News

ITZY shares how their experience has been during their 2ND WORLD TOUR ‘BORN TO BE,’ upcoming music in the works and releasing their first Japanese single, “No Biggie.” They also talk about their collaborations with ATEEZ & aespa, the love for their MIDZY fans and more!

RYUJIN:

I’m looking forward to perform on-

Tetris Kelly:

On to bigger venues!

RYUJIN:

Hey, this is ITZY and this is Billboard News.

Tetris Kelly:

Hey it’s Tetris with Billboard News hanging out with the ladies of ITZY, how are you? 

ITZY:

Hi.

RYUJIN:

Great. 

Tetris Kelly:

Well, everybody doesn’t get to come to Billboard News twice. So you’re really special. 

RYUJIN:

Really? 

Tetris Kelly:

And you’re here for your North American tour. So how’s it been?

RYUJIN:

Yes, we just did the LA concert yesterday, the energy and the vibe was so great. 

Tetris Kelly:

Well, LA tries to bring the good energy. So I’m gonna give us credit on that. But you’ve been to a lot of places: South America, North America, Europe. So what’s been some of your favorite cities to visit so far?

RYUJIN:

We can’t pick a city because all the cities have their own vibe and they’re also welcoming us so warmly, so I can’t really choose one. All the cities was the best.

Tetris Kelly:

You’re talking about every city having their own vibe. So talk to me about like, culturally, how it is to go to cities. Do you guys get to experience the food and really check out where you’re going?

YEJI:

Yesterday I ate In-N-Out burger, yeah it was so delicious.

Tetris Kelly:

Nice. I mean, that’s California culture all the way. 

RYUJIN:

And also, like two days ago, before the concert, YUNA, and I go to the Venice Beach, and also we go to Santa Monica. And we have tacos there.

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20 Jun 2024

Travis Scott Arrested for Disorderly Intoxication & Trespassing | Billboard News

Travis Scott was arrested for disorderly intoxication and trespassing, he has since been released, keep watching to learn the details.

Tetris Kelly:

Travis Scott has been arrested in Miami for disorderly intoxication and trespassing, but is responding in the most Travis way. We have the details. The “SICKO MODE” rapper was arrested in the early morning hours of June 20TH, though he has since been released after posting bond. Miami Dade County Jail records show that Scott was arrested for trespassing property after a warning. According to the affidavit obtained by CNN, Travis allegedly got into a dispute with the crew while on a charter boat. Police who were wearing body cameras saw the rapper yell at the crew on the yacht and were able to sense a strong smell of alcohol on his breath. After being asked to leave, he returned shortly after and allegedly yelled at the crew again despite police telling him not to approach the boat, which led to his arrest. CNN quoted the affidavit saying the defendant later admitted that he had been drinking alcohol and stated it’s Miami. Travis has shared his mugshot on socials with a pair of white headphones and brown shades. Billboard has reached out to the rappers attorney and reps as well as Miami Dade police for comment.

20 Jun 2024

Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Pop Out:’ Exclusive Behind the Scenes & More | All Access | Billboard News

We give you an exclusive look behind the scenes of Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Pop Out’ where he sang “Not Like Us” for the first time live, brought out Dr. Dre, Mustard, YG and more!

Tetris Kelly:

Kendrick Lamar took over LA’s Kia Forum on Juneteenth for the ‘Pop Out’ with epic surprise guests, and five performances of “Not Like Us.” We take you there in Billboard All Access and then let’s talk about like West Coast Legends, you and Kendrick and Juneteenth like this show at the Forum man, that’s gonna be crazy. 

Mustard:

It’s like I’m in my backyard this is, this is like gonna be a cakewalk. 

Tetris Kelly:

Mustard knew exactly what was coming as he took the stage with the star packed set featuring Ty Dolla $ign. Roddy Ricch, Tyler the Creator, YG and so many more. But when Kendrick rose up from the stage, the crowd knew exactly what time it was, as he immediately started with Drake diss track “euphoria.” He went through several of his massive hits and “Freedom” felt perfect for the historic occasion. He reunited his iconic group, Black Hippy, and the crowd lost it when he was joined by Dr. Dre who gave “California Love.” But everybody was waiting on this moment. He performed “Not Like Us” five times. He eventually brought Mustard on stage and everyone else involved with this show. Fans even sang along to the track as they exited the venue a night for the culture and the history books.

20 Jun 2024

Sabrina Carpenter & Tinashe Dominate Top 3 of TikTok Billboard Top 50 | Billboard News

Sabrina Carpenter and Tinashe are coming for Tommy Richman’s No. 1 spot on the TikTok Billboard Top 50, but will they be able to dethrone him this week? Keep watching to find out!

Tetris Kelly:
The reign of “Million Dollar Baby” just won’t stop as Sabrina grabs another ‘Tok hit, and Tinashe hits a new peak. “Million Dollar Baby’ by Tommy Richman is No. 1 for the sixth week on the TikTok Billboard Top 50 for the chart posting June 20. Since the chart began in September 2023, only Mitski’s “My Love Mine All Mine” has ruled for at least six weeks, though Tommy is the only one to log the weeks consecutively.

He might not last for long, though, as Sabrina Carpenter’s “Please Please Please” vaults to No. 2 in its second week after debuting at No. 10. People are using the song for makeup tutorials, lip-synching and overall just enjoying the new track.

And everybody is still trying to find someone to match their freak. Tinashe’s “Nasty” climbs 7 to 3, a new peak in its fifth week on the tally as it also reaches a new high of No. 69 on the Billboard Hot 100, her highest ranking songs since “2 on” a decade ago.

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.

19 Jun 2024

Mustard Shares 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ | Billboard News

Mustard shares 5 Things You Didn’t Know about Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us,” including his reaction when he first heard it, confirming whether he sampled “Ether” from Nas and more!

Mustard:

What up, it’s Mustard, and here are five things you may not know about “Not Like Us.” One thing you may not know is I did not sample the “Ether” beat. Definitely seen somebody say that; I didn’t sample a Nas song. Second thing you might not know is I heard the song when everybody else heard it. I never heard it before. I wasn’t in the studio with them. I had never heard that song. So when everybody else heard it, I heard it. When I was making it, I was … in the back of my head is: What would Dr. Dre do if Lil Jon was in the studio and they were just clapping on the beat? That was my thought process. It took me approximately 30 minutes to make that beat. And five, I didn’t know he was gonna gas that beat like that. That’s it.

19 Jun 2024

Mustard on Working With Kendrick Lamar on ‘Not Like Us’ & Its Impact | Billboard News

Mustard shares what it was like to work with Kendrick Lamar on “Not Like Us” and its cultural impact. Stay tuned for the full interview!

Mustard:

You see, people like Kendrick, you just like, man, I want to get a song with Kendrick. I had gotten to a place where I was just like, you know, what, I’m just gonna send five beats a day. He never responded until like 12 at night and was like, “This is fire.” 

Tetris Kelly:

Wow!

Mustard:

I didn’t know what that– I mean, he I said that about a couple other beats, but I was just like OK, cool.

Tetris Kelly:

What do you think about the cultural impact as well? Because you know, obviously with the lyrics talking about colonizers and “they not like us,” the people singing at the club, at the barbecues. I mean, it’s everywhere. 

Mustard:

I’m like, shocked myself, you know? When I look and I’m seeing this is just like — how big that song is. I don’t think I even understood how big it was until it was like No. 1 [on the Billboard Hot 100], and I was like, “This is the biggest song I’ve ever had in my life.” I was more just happy to have a song with Kendrick. 

Tetris Kelly:

He just wanted the Kendrick track.

Mustard:

You come from California and you from here, like I’m born and raised in Los Angeles, Compton is right up the street, it’s not far.

Tetris Kelly:

And then let’s talk about like West Coast Legends, you and Kendrick, and Juneteenth? Like this show at The Forum, man that’s gonna be crazy. 

Mustard:

It’s like in my backyard. This is gonna be a cakewalk. This is gonna be like one of them things, this feels like wow. Like finally, at the height of my career, at the height of, you know, this success with the song and you get to do it at the Staples Center and The Forum? It’s like in between Compton and Los Angeles is… I don’t even know how to describe it.

18 Jun 2024

Charli XCX Dominates Dance Charts With ‘Brat’

Charli XCX blankets Billboard’s June 22-dated dance charts following the release of her sixth studio LP, Brat. The set opens at No. 1 on Top Dance/Electronic Albums (her first leader there), while all 15 of its standard-edition tracks – plus two bonus cuts – cover Hot Dance/Electronic Songs.

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Brat debuts with 77,000 equivalent album units earned in the week ending June 13, according to Luminate. That marks the biggest week of Charli’s career, by units. It also earns her highest rank on the all-genre Billboard 200, where it starts at No. 3.

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The album’s first-week sum includes 30,000 copies sold on vinyl, fueling its No. 1 debut on the Vinyl Albums ranking.

Brat drew 46.72 million on-demand official streams of its deluxe edition’s 18 songs, equaling 37,000 SEA units (streaming-equivalent albums).

Brat was released on June 7 with 15 tracks and its deluxe edition arrived three days later. The deluxe edition was aptly titled Brat and it’s the same but there’s three more songs so it’s not, dominates Hot Dance/Electronic Songs, with 17 of its 18 titles appearing on this week’s 50-position chart. That gives Charli more than one third (34%) of the dance chart’s total real estate. Only Skrillex has ever logged more simultaneous entries, when he had 20 songs on the March 4, 2023-dated edition.

Thirteen of Charli’s 17 appearances are debuts, led by “Talk Talk” at No. 5. Four more new cuts crack the top 20, including “Sympathy Is A Knife,” “365” and “Everything is Romantic,” all between Nos. 10-14.

Charli released a handful of singles in the lead-up to Brat, and those make big moves. “360” is the week’s Greatest Gainer/Streaming, up 95% to 6.6 million clicks, pushing it from No. 7 to a new peak of No. 3. “Von Dutch” is the Greatest Gainer/Sales, buoying 25-7, returning to its debut-week high. Plus, “Club Classic” and “B2B” both re-enter the list at new peaks, back at Nos. 11 and 19, respectively. 

The avalanche of Brat tracks nearly triples Charli’s history on Hot Dance/Electronic Songs, where she’d previously charted 10 songs. Notably, the new album’s “Von Dutch” and the other pre-release singles marked her first solo unaccompanied entries on the list. “360” scores her highest rank as a lead artist, while she had topped the chart in 2013 via her featured turn on Icona Pop’s “I Love It.”

Brat isn’t the only new release impacting this week’s dance charts. Kaytranada’s Timeless debuts at No. 2 on Top Dance/Electronic Songs with 21,000 units, while also hitting No. 2 on Top R&B Albums, No. 6 on Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and No. 28 on the Billboard 200.

Nine of the album’s tracks debut on Hot Dance/Electronic Songs, topped by “Witchy,” featuring Childish Gambino, at No. 12. Other entries include collaborations with Anderson .Paak, Don Toliver, and PinkPantheress.

18 Jun 2024

Ariana Grande Addresses Voice Change | Billboard News

After appearing on Penn Badgley’s Podcrushed podcast, Ariana Grande’s fans noticed how she changed her pitch from a lower to higher range. She addressed the change on TikTok. Keep watching to find out more!

Tetris Kelly:
Ariana Grande addresses fans saying she changed her voice. Some folks on TikTok pointed out this moment from Penn Badgley’s Podcrushed podcast, where Ariana’s voice is low pitch for a moment and goes back to a higher pitch. Ariana hopped on the app to address it, saying, “habit (speaking like this for two years) and also vocal health. I intentionally changed my vocal placement (high/low) often depending on how much singing I’m doing. I’ve always done this BYE.”

Ariana in the interview talked about the amount of vocal training she went through to play Glinda in the upcoming Wicked film. So if you didn’t know, now you do.