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Tanner Adell was proud to attend this year’s Billboard Women in Music at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood, California on Saturday, March 29. She walked the blue carpet in a gorgeous, corseted look with long blonde hair and a matching purse covered in blonde locks. Her gold jewelry and bedazzled nails shown in the sunlight as she posed for photographers.
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Tanner Adell Blue Carpet at the Billboard Women in Music 2025 held at the YouTube Theater on March 29, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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Tanner stopped to talk to Billboard’s Rania Aniftos on the carpet about tour life, working on new music, and how she would give this year’s Woman of The Year, Doechii a crown for being a queen in her own right. She also talked about presenting Megan Moroney with this year’s Rule Breaker Award presented by Crown Royal. Tanner spoke about the importance of going against the grain, saying “I think it’s important for artists to do what they want in general. Being kept to a box is not good for your creativity.”
Tanner Adell Blue Carpet, Interview at the Billboard Women in Music 2025 held at the YouTube Theater on March 29, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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After stunning on the carpet, Tanner headed inside to the exclusive VIP cocktail reception where she stopped by the Crown Royal bar to give a toast. “We have so many amazing and talented women in the building and I’m so proud to be one of them,” Tanner began while holding her signature cocktail, the Crown Blackberry Buckle Bunny. She thanked Billboard and Crown Royal for always supporting her and her music, finishing with “Tonight we raise a glass to celebrate all the women in music. Cheers!”
Crown Royal Crown Royal at the Billboard Women in Music 2025 held at the YouTube Theater on March 29, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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As the official Whisky partner for Billboard Women in Music, honorees were treated to a range of custom craft cocktails featuring Crown Royal. Tanner’s Crown Blackberry Buckle Bunny is a refreshing mix of Crown Royal Blackberry and lemonade. They also served the classic Royal Whisky Sour which uses Crown Royal Deluxe. Many chose a Royal 18, which is Crown Royal 18Y on the rocks. The most versatile cocktail of the evening was In The Name of Whisky, featuring either Crown Royal Deluxe, Blackberry, Peach, or Apple with fresh lemon juice, cane sugar and club soda.
Crown Royal at the Billboard Women in Music 2025 held at the YouTube Theater on March 29, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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As the program began inside the YouTube Theater, Tanner took the stage to present the first award of the evening. She helped present Megan Moroney with the Rule Breaker Award presented by Crown Royal. After letting the audience know that Megan originally thought she was going to be an accountant like her mother, Tanner listed off some of the most impressive accomplishments she has made in the first few years of her career including the charts success of her latest album Am I Okay? Tanner ended her speech with “Megan Moroney, I think it’s safe to say you are more than okay, girl.”
Tanner Adell Crown Royal at the Billboard Women in Music 2025 held at the YouTube Theater on March 29, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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It was Megan’s turn on stage to start the evenings performances off with a high energy rendition of “Am I Okay?” She entertained the audience and fellow honorees singing and shaking in silver fringe. She then accepted her award from Tanner Adell saying, “When I found out I was getting the Rule Breaker Award I thought it was kind of funny because, if you know me in real life, you know I’m an avid rule follower… But I’m just so grateful for it. I’m grateful to be here, in a room with such talented, confident, amazing women in music.”
Tanner Adell, Megan Moroney Crown Royal at the Billboard Women in Music 2025 held at the YouTube Theater on March 29, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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You can rewatch Billboard Women in Music 2025 and catch the highlights on Billlboard.com and Billboard’s YouTube channel.
Billboard’s iconic live music series The Stage at SXSW returned to Austin, March 13 to 15, 2025. This year they highlighted some of the biggest movers and shakers in Country, Latin and EDM. Billboard and Bulleit teamed up to elevate the experience and extend the celebration with an exclusive after party featuring the hottest music and the coolest cocktails.
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As the Official Whiskey Partner of The Stage at SXSW, Bulleit curated a vibe that uplifted artists that not only push the boundaries of music but broaden their respective genres. Koe Wetzel and Grupo Frontera showed how they do it in Texas, repping their home state with electrifying headlining performances for Country and Latin nights. While John Summit, fresh off a globe-trotting series of shows, amped up the energy in the amphitheater with infectious beats and mind-blowing pyrotechnics.
The Bulleit bar during the Billboard THE STAGE at SXSW held at Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park on March 15, 2025 in Austin, Texas.
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Billboard and SXSW deepened their connection this year thanks to Austin-native mixologist, Ryan Smith, who created custom cocktails with Bulleit to celebrate the creativity and innovation that can only be found at the festival. The Bulleit Bourbon Austin Calling enticed with notes of elderberry, while the Bulleit Rye Wildcard had the perfect balance of basil and strawberry. They perfectly captured the energy of the city and the culture it creates.
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Bulleit during the Billboard THE STAGE at SXSW held at Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park on March 15, 2025 in Austin, Texas.
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At The Stage, guests cooled down in the Bulleit Lounge with whiskey drinks while basking in the beautiful orange neon lights. On the other side of the venue, Bulleit set up a stylish bar where you could sample Bulleit Bourbon and Bulleit Rye on the rocks or mixed in a Whiskey Sour or a Mule. Whether attendees were there to kick up their cowboy boots, celebrate Latin cultures, or dance to melodic beats, there was libation for every occasion.
Bulleit during the Billboard THE STAGE at SXSW held at Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park on March 13, 2025 in Austin, Texas.
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John Summit may have closed out the stage, but the party continued downtown at the After Hours presented by Billboard and Bulleit. KSHMR, the producer and songwriter behind some of the biggest industry shifting hits, brought his one-of-a-kind sound to SXSW when he took to the stage, spinning high-energy tracks and pulse-pounding classics. Those lucky enough to make it to the after party before the venue reached capacity were treated to a performance from KSHMR and Izzy Bizu who performed an upcoming single live for the first time.
Izzy Bizu, KSHMR Bulleit during the Billboard THE STAGE at SXSW After Hours on March 15, 2025 in Austin, Texas.
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KSHMR took a second to share a toast with everyone. With a Bulleit Cocktail in hand, he said “Thanks to Bulleit and Billboard for putting on this amazing party! I wanna put on a little toast… Austin, are we having a good time?” Which was met with thunderous cheers from the audience.
KSHMR Bulleit during the Billboard THE STAGE at SXSW After Hours on March 15, 2025 in Austin, Texas.
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The evening offered the perfect amount of style and edge with genre blending tunes and classic cocktails like Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey Sours and Bulleit Rye Mules. Whether you’re into the tried and true or trying something new, Billboard and Bulleit created an intersection of music and spirits that could only by accomplished by this pairing.
Bulleit during the Billboard THE STAGE at SXSW held at Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park on March 15, 2025 in Austin, Texas.
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For even more coverage of Billboard The Stage at SXSW and Billboard and Bulleit Present The Stage After Hours, including exclusive photos and video coverage, check out Billboard.com and Billboard’s social channels.
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Billboard returned to Austin for THE STAGE at SXSW from March 13 to 15, 2025. Each night brought together fans of Country, Latin and EDM to the Moody Amphitheater. Heavy-hitters in each genre made every evening unforgettable. This year, headliners included Koe Wetzel, Grupo Frontera and John Summit. Artists were gifted Azzaro Parfums’ new Forever […]
Luxury and glamour met cutting-edge style at Keys in West Hollywood for Billboard’s No. 1’s Party celebrating the road to the 2024 Billboard Music Awards. The club was an emerald oasis with gold accents and plenty of Tres Generaciones cocktails to level up the vibe of the exclusive soiree. Explore See latest videos, charts and […]
Olivia Rodrigo and John Summit easily had two of the biggest tours in 2024. They will both appear on November 14 at the Billboard Live Music Summit and Awards in partnership with AEG Presents to talk about their experiences on the road and how they’ve grown as touring artists. AEG Presents is a world leader in the music and entertainment industry. From the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival to global tour promotion for superstars like Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter and many more, they are a part of every step of creating a live music experience, which will all be covered at the Billboard Live Music Summit and Awards. There will be panels featuring top agents, leaders in sound design, and Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour producer, Louis Messina.
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Olivia Rodrigo will take part in a superstar Q&A where she will talk about upgrading from theaters to arenas for her GUTS World Tour, selecting opening acts like Gracie Abrams and Chappell Roan, and integrating her Fund 4 Good initiative into her massively successful shows. She will also receive the Touring Artist of the Year award.
John Summit will sit down with his longtime manager Holt Harmon for a conversation moderated by Billboard’s Katie Bain. Inside the Rise of John Summit will explore how he went from playing small bars and clubs to selling out Madison Square Garden. They’ll share insights into his creative process and how he created his chart-topping hits.
Louis Messina will receive the Touring Titan Award and be recognized as the Executive of the Year for his work on Taylor Swift’s record-breaking Eras Tour. He will also sit down with Billboard’s Melinda Newman for The Power Players Conversation to talk about his past experiences working with artists like Ed Sheeran, Shawn Mendes, and Tim McGraw, and plans for the future, shaping the next generation of touring superstars.
This year’s Billboard Live Music Summit and Awards will also feature the Festival of the Future panel where top executives will discuss how innovations in sound, video, and immersive media are transforming the festival experience. The Agents Power panel will bring together top agents from WME, CAA, UTA, AGI, and Arrival Artists to cover all things related to artist development and representation.
Billboard Live Music Summit 2024 returns on November 14 in Los Angeles. Click here for more information, the programming schedule, and to buy tickets.
For artists like Danny Ocean and María Becerra, who have left their homelands to pursue global music careers, staying connected to their roots is vital. As they navigate the music scene in Miami, both find that food—whether through a favorite restaurant or home-cooked meals—helps bridge the distance between where they are and where they come from. In their stories, DoorDash plays an unexpected role, providing a way to access the comforting flavors of home, even in a new city.
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Danny Ocean’s deep love for Venezuela is woven into his music, even as his career has taken him to Miami. Born in Caracas, Danny’s sound reflects the vibrant culture he grew up with, blending reggaeton, tropical rhythms, and pop. Although Miami offers him exciting new opportunities, his connection to Venezuela remains strong. His music carries the essence of his homeland, serving as a reminder of the warmth and energy of his roots, even as he continues to evolve as an international artist.
In Miami, Danny finds comfort through the familiar tastes that bring him back to Venezuela. Thanks to the variety of options on DoorDash, he often orders from arepa.bar, indulging in arepas and other traditional dishes. For Danny, it’s not just about satisfying his hunger—it’s a way to stay connected to the culture and flavors he grew up with, offering him a sense of home in the midst of a bustling city.
Similarly, María Becerra, one of Argentina’s rising stars, carries her love for her homeland wherever she goes. Hailing from Buenos Aires, her music blends urban pop with Latin rhythms, reflecting the culture and energy of Argentina. Even though she’s made Miami her new home to advance her music career, Argentina remains close to her heart. The colors, flavors, and spirit of her country influence her work, reminding her of the vibrant streets and rich traditions of Buenos Aires.
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In Miami, María often seeks comfort in recreating the dishes she grew up with, keeping a piece of Argentina with her through food. Thanks to DoorDash’s wide variety of vendor options, she orders groceries to cook her favorite meals, like vegetarian guiso, a hearty stew she loves to prepare. Cooking these meals allows her to bring the flavors of home into her kitchen, turning the experience into a way to stay connected to Argentina. Each dish serves as a reminder of her roots, offering her a sense of nostalgia and comfort while navigating the fast-paced world of the music industry.
For both Danny Ocean and María Becerra, DoorDash provides more than just convenience—it offers a way to stay connected to the flavors of home. Whether it’s a traditional arepa from or ingredients for a comforting guiso, these meals are a reminder of the places and cultures that continue to shape their lives and music, even from afar. Through food, they find small moments of nostalgia and comfort, all made a little easier to access in their new lives abroad.
Hip-hop changed the course of Tim Hinshaw’s life in more ways than one as explained in the music executive’s new profile in partnership with Billboard and INFINITI.
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As an honoree of the 2024 R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players list and our 2022 Executive of the Year, the Compton native opened up about his family, humble beginnings, and relationship with hip-hop. “One of my best memories as a kid was my first road trip. My dad had the INFINITI Q45. He loved that car. It had gold BBS’s. It was like my first introduction to a luxury vehicle.” Hinshaw admitted in his interview in front of the all-new 2025 INFINITI QX80.“I grew up on the west side of Compton. I could find a CD and what they were saying on the songs was stuff I was going through in my everyday life. It was almost like a therapy session.” Hinshaw, the former Head of Hip-Hop & R&B for Amazon Music, has experienced his share of professional hurdles. In fact, some of his earliest memories of the music industry involved multiple accounts of rejection. “I just don’t accept ‘no’ and I think that’s just about how I came up,” he recalled. “I’ve seen my mom make her way around so many different ‘no’ situations, so you can’t tell me ‘no.’” Fast forward to 2023 and Hinshaw launched his own creative agency, Free Lunch. “I’ve always had a unique way of bridging culture and corporate. That is my superpower,” he admitted.
As a tastemaker in the industry, the exec admitted the car is his ideal setting to press play and turn the volume up. “The car test is the most important test, I think. I can’t really give an opinion until I hear it in the car,” he said.
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While the INFINITI QX80 boasts a range of features perfect for a road trip for eight, Hinshaw has his own relationship with the concept of luxury. “I’m a simple person. Being able to wake up with my kids, take them to school and having premium sound while driving, that’s luxury,” he told us.
Regarding his advice to folks hoping to make a mark on the industry, Hinshaw said it all boils down to redefining yourself. “You gotta tinker with yourself every day from a personal standpoint, from a career development standpoint, from a money management standpoint. You really have to take the time and effort to pick yourself apart and put yourself back together,” he explained.
Click here for the latest announcements on Hinshaw’s Free Lunch agency.
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Billboard Latin Music Week 2024 celebrated its 35-year anniversary and paid tribute to this year’s Power Players List on Monday, October 14. The intimate event, which took place at Casadonna Miami, was dedicated to the annual list of honorees across various sectors of Latin music with networking, speeches, awards, alongside custom cocktails like the Johnnie […]
Billboard Latin Music Week reached a milestone with its 35-year benchmark and the stars took to a culminating concert on Friday, October 18, to usher out the week on high note. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news At The Fillmore in South Beach, attendees took to the finale […]
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The loss of several Hip-Hop legends over the past few years has ushered in a somber spirit to the culture. As Hip-Hop turned 50, and with a constant stream of premature health tragedies, a chance encounter on Wall Street between a cardiologist, a health advocate, and a music artist led to The CHECK IN being born.
To help mitigate this ongoing health crisis in the culture, Dr. Joseph A. Puma of Sorin Medical, Health Advocate and Media Personality Kenya Gipson (Coach Kenya), and rapper, Maino decided to tackle some of the disparities in care affecting communities of color “head on” by creating a platform that’s both entertaining and informative. It’s designed to empower individuals everywhere to take the fate of their health into their own hands through a preventative approach. Since most health situations can be treated and avoided if detected early, the program aims to ease some of the anxieties faced daily when it comes to understanding and learning about one’s health to make informed and educated decisions.
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How is The CHECK IN – Hip-Hop’s first health platform – different from other platforms in the space?
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The CHECK IN is Hip-Hop’s first health and wellness platform designed, from inception, to change and save lives. By telling real stories of hip-hop artists and others in the game, The CHECK IN educates and informs in an entertaining way. One particular episode features artist and rapper Lady Luck, who had life-threateningly low blood counts that required four blood transfusions; these low counts were caused by chronic bleeding from uterine fibroids, which affect three in five women of color by age 50. Had she waited to connect with Dr. Puma, she would have run the risk of an extremely dangerous and potentially negative outcome. Hearing first-hand accounts from artists and executives in the hip-hop world in this program will highlight symptoms and diseases viewers have possibly never heard of, so they can seek out testing and treatments that could benefit themselves. For example, many signs of coronary artery disease can be missed using traditional diagnostic and stress tests. The advanced CT scan technology is a three-minute, non-invasive test that captures images of the heart and prostate in men, and fibroids in women. With education and awareness, we can reduce the morbidity and mortality of common illnesses that afflict the community.
What will people experience from The CHECK IN?
Authenticity. Each story featured on The CHECK IN has a unique background and covers real-life health scenarios with real-time solutions. The audience will immediately be able to understand these and relate to themselves and their family in order to take a positive step towards addressing their health. The goal of each story is to create healthier, more positive outcomes in communities of color.
For example, Steven “DJ Suss One” Sussman, a beloved radio DJ in the game who can be heard spinning across the airwaves and on The Sherri Shepherd Show, lost a loved one to heart disease. Like many of us who have lost a parent, it’s critical to consider the genetic connection to diseases. That’s what led him to The CHECK IN, where he underwent Sorin’s state-of-the-art Heart Scan that provides patients with HeartFlow’s AI software imaging technology so they can see firsthand how their heart is functioning.
Another story told on The CHECK IN is of music moguls like Dame Dash, founder of The America Nu Network, and his journey with Type 1 diabetes since age 15, and also explores the story of music executive Steve Lobel, who shares his recent encounter with a debilitating and near death health scare from prostate enlargement.
The CHECK IN is Hip-Hop, stories, health, and healing all rolled into one platform. Dr. Puma, Coach Kenya, and Maino are bringing the conversation of Hip-Hop and Health to the mainstream. Hopefully, by highlighting all of the resources available to the community and having some of Hip-Hop’s biggest players share their stories, we can help catch health complications early and prevent heart disease where possible, especially those affecting communities of color. To find out more about The CHECK IN and to see their latest episode, you can click here.
Connect: @sorinmedicalny @mainohustlehard @coachkenya