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Kanye West has been put on notice by the Brazilian government. Officials have warned him not to promote Nazism at his upcoming show in São Paulo.
As per TMZ, Kanye West has been threatened with arrest if he brings any antisemitism onstage. The São Paulo State Public Prosecutor’s Office stated he will be detained if he performs his unreleased track “Heil Hitler.” São Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunes also made it clear that the city will not tolerate hate speech from anyone, regardless of celebrity. “No one who promotes Nazism will play or sing any words on public equipment belonging to City Hall,” he said in a statement.
The mayor added that local authorities will be fully prepared to enforce the order if Kanye crosses the line. “We do not accept it, and we will do everything necessary to ensure that no one who promotes Nazism has any kind of activity here in the city of São Paulo,” he explained. According to Metropoles, event organizers Guilherme Cavalcante and Jean Fabrício Ramos were separately warned that they, too, could face arrest if Kanye violates the restrictions.
This isn’t the first time Kanye’s plans in Brazil have hit turbulence. His original venue, Interlagos Racetrack, pulled out earlier this year specifically over concerns stemming from his antisemitic behavior.
Kanye West might be on a redemption tour. Travis Scott brought out the old Ye at his show in Japan, and the crowd went crazy.
According to Hip Hop N More, Travis Scott was in the Land of the Rising Sun for his Circus Maximus Stadium Tour. His performance was well-received as soon as he started his first song. Cactus Jack took ticket holders through a medley of his biggest hits and even tracks that only hardcore fans could probably sing line by line.
Midway into the evening, the stage lighting was turned off and the music stopped. Out of nowhere, the opening keys from “Runaway” started playing, which sent the crowd into a frenzy. Shortly after Kanye West came out wearing an all black outfit with his face covered.
Needless to say, the surprise electrified everyone at the Belluna Dome in Tokyo. He proceeded to perform a mini-set of his tracks, which included “Stronger” and “All of the Lights,” all the while being backed up by Travis Scott. Kanye then proceeded to add yet another memorable moment to the surprise appearance when he took off his mask at the end of “Can’t Tell Me Nothing.”
In recent weeks, the world has been treated to a more intentional Kanye West. Not long ago, the Chicago native sat down with Israeli Rabbi Yoshiyahu Yosef Pinto and apologized for his antisemitic behavior.
“It’s a big deal for me as a man to come and take accountability for all the things that I’ve said,” Ye said. “And I really just appreciate you embracing me with open arms and allowing me to make amends. And this is the beginning and the first steps, and the first brick by brick to build back the strong walls.”
You can view Kanye West’s surprise performance with Travis Scott below.
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The crowd at M2 in Miami didn’t need warming up — they were already lit by the time Anuel AA took the stage for Billboard En Vivo on Tuesday night (Oct. 21).
The Latin trap pioneer, arriving just before midnight, wasted no time proving why he’s built a reputation as one of the genre’s most dominant players. Backed by booming production, he charged through a whirlwind set that doubled as both nostalgia and foreshadowing, nodding to past hits and his forthcoming Real Hasta la Muerte 2 album — teased via silver-font graphics glimmering behind him.
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Striding onstage with all the swagger fans expect, Anuel AA sported a black leather jacket and jeans, a gem-encrusted baseball cap and sunglasses that shielded his face — not that he needed to make eye contact to hold the crowd. And, in keeping with his bad-boy persona, a red cup for sippin’ rarely left his hand as he launched into the opening number, “Reloj” — the Rauw Alejandro-collab hit from 2020.
But Anuel did not lean solely on smash singles. Half of his power lies in his ability to explore outside the mold, pushing through reggaetón into dancehall and Latin trap without losing command of the audience. A standout song was “Delincuente,” a head-boppin’-inducing interpolation of Chaka Demus & Pliers’ 1992 hit “Murder She Wrote,” originally also starring Ñengo Flow and Tokischa. Anuel, however, flipped the track on its head, rapping his own bars in their place.
The pacing shifted midway through when he delivered “WYA Remix Black and Yellow,” a slow-burning cut packed with glossy collaborations from Pirlo, Blessed, J Abdiel, and iZaak. While iZaak didn’t appear alongside Anuel during the track, the former artist had already prepped the crowd earlier that evening during his 9 p.m. opening set with serenely smooth vocals. Donning baggy blue jeans, a matching vest, and a silver chain, iZaak pulled fans into his orbit with his heart-on-sleeve delivery of the same remix, setting the tone for the meticulously curated lineup ahead, while performing other songs.
Then came FloyyMenor, who tore through his signature hits like Billboard No. 1 hit “Gata Only” and the Chilean reggaeton cut “Peligrosa.” His set leaned heavily into Y2K aesthetics with throwback visuals of old-school headphones and early cell phones looping overhead as choreographed dancers flanked him. Dressed simply in a black bomber and flashing a colossal gold chain, Floyy commanded the room during his 20-minute set.
The Billboard En Vivo event was part of Latin Music Week, the largest gathering of Latin artists and industry executives in the world. Latin Music Week also coincides with the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards, set to air Thursday, Oct. 23, on Telemundo and Peacock, where Bad Bunny will be honored as Top Latin Artist of the 21st Century.
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Alejandro Fernández couldn’t be prouder to carry on the family legacy through his children, including Camila Fernández, who is currently joining him on his De Rey a Rey tour across the United States.
The 27-year-old artist showcased great confidence and poise on Sunday (May 18) at the Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif., where she performed songs from her repertoire like “Todo Todo,” “Pudimos Ser,” and “Se Cancela la Llorada,” earning a roaring ovation from the audience.
“Thank you for your applause,” said Vicente Fernandez’s granddaughter, elegantly dressed in a charro outfit. “Now I leave you with the new king of ranchera music who honors another king who was my grandfather, my father Alejandro Fernandez””
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Also dressed as a charro, El Potrillo opened his set with his father’s classic “No Me Sé Rajar,” included in his tribute album De Rey a Rey (meaning From King to King).
“I want to tell you that I was born with two blessings: the first, being born in Mexico; the second, being born a Fernández,” expressed the superstar. “Let’s celebrate together the legacy of the great Charro de México the way he would have liked — singing his songs at the top of our lungs.”
The setlist included classics like “Lástima Que Seas Ajena,” “Estos Celos,” “El Rey,” “Volver, Volver,” “De Qué Manera Te Olvido,” “Por Tu Maldito Amor,” and more.
In a heartfelt moment, the father and daughter duo performed “Fue Un Placer Conocerte” and “Siempre Estoy Pensando en Ti,” paying tribute to Juan Gabriel and Rocío Dúrcal, who used to sing those songs together. The tender glances and undeniable connection between Alejandro and Camila, along with their beautiful vocal harmonies, deeply moved the fans, who applauded nonstop.
“I want you to know that in this family, there are at least three of us who will fight tooth and nail to keep Mexican music alive, and we carry it deeply in our hearts,” said Alejandro Fernández, also referring to his son Alex.
And while the show serves as a tribute to his father, some Alejandro’s biggest hits couldn’t be left out, including “Me Dediqué a Perderte,” “Si Tú Supieras,” “Caballero” and “Hoy Tengo Ganas De Ti,” which was originally recorded with Christina Aguilera but performed during the concert with his daughter Camila.
The De Rey a Rey tour, which continues on May 23 in Salt Lake City, Utah, includes stops in Denver, Chicago, Miami, New York, El Paso, and Las Vegas (for Mexican Independence Day celebrations), before wrapping up on September 21 in San Diego, Calif.
Check out a clip Alejandro and Camila Fernández singing together below:
Grammy-winning R&B singer-songwriter Coco Jones brought the house down during her sold-out NYC stop on the Why Not More? Tour — even in the middle of a rainstorm. On a wet and windy Wednesday night, fans wrapped around the block in ponchos and hoodies, eager to witness the rising star’s undeniable presence. For many, Coco […]
Following a star-studded 60th annual Academy of Country Music awards in Frisco, Texas on Thursday, May 8 – at which Jelly Roll was up for three trophies while Post Malone was competing in four categories – the pair got back to business on their Big Ass Stadium tour with a stop in Arlington, Texas’s AT&T Stadium, just outside of Dallas. But, most importantly, the stop was just a 20-minute drive south from Post’s hometown of Grapevine (where, as a young kid, he and his family moved to from Syracuse).
And while Posty’s love for his hometown runs deep, his love for the Dallas Cowboys runs deeper. Post even welcomed his dad onstage, telling the crowd how he worked at the Cowboys’ current and former stadium for a total of 14 years. To which Post’s dad said: “Let’s go Cowboys!”
Following a rousing opening set from Sierra Ferrell, it was Jelly Roll’s turn to warm up the sold-out stadium. “Y’all, get ready for your hometown hero,” Jelly repeated throughout his own set, hyping up his pal Posty throughout his hour-long performance.
By the time Post took the stage, emotions were already running high. He took a moment to tell the crowd he’ll be 30 this July, and that the milestone birthday has had him feeling reflective of late. “I’m the most grateful mother f—er on the face of this planet,” he said, speaking of his decade-long career. “You have given me the strength to keep going.”
He later said that though this was only the fourth show on his Big Ass Stadium Tour, “so far this has been the most beautiful experience of my life, ladies and gentlemen.” And for many in the crowd, the same was surely true for them. During “Goodbyes,” one fan even offered Posty a bouquet of flowers, which he happily reached for and cradled as he walked down the stage.
“I’m having the fucking time of my life,” he said, with a Texas-sized grin. “Seriously.”
Below are the best moments from his hometown show.
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Shakira paid an emotional tribute to Mexico with mariachi rhythms and regional Mexican music on Wednesday night (March 19) with first-time performances of “Ciega Sordomuda” and “El Jefe.” The songs were inspired by the country where the Colombian superstar launched her musical career 30 years ago.
With the surprising inclusion of a Mexican section in her repertoire, the artist kicked-off the first of seven scheduled concerts at the GNP Seguros Stadium in Mexico City in front of 65,000 people as part of her current Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, according to figures from promoter Ocesa.
Written more than 20 years ago, “Ciega Sordomuda” was one of Shakira’s first international hits, and it sparked euphoria among attendees. Accompanied by the mariachi group Gama 100, the singer delighted her audience with her famous MTV Unplugged (2000) version of the song, featuring Mexican trumpets and brass arrangements. Meanwhile, with “El Jefe” — a collab with Mexican-American band Fuerza Regida included in the 2024 album that gives its name to the tour, — she completed the Mexican segment of the show during her return to the Latin American country after a seven-year absence.
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“This is the first of seven nights in this city that has given me so much joy. Together, we are breaking a historic record, and that’s thanks to all the love you give me,” Shakira expressed with excitement.
Her run of gigs at GNP Seguros Stadium (March 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 28, and 30) make the Colombian star the first artist to sell out this iconic venue in Mexico City (formerly known as Foro Sol) seven times, collectively bringing together almost half a million attendees, according to Ocesa.
The 48-year-old artist opened her dazzling show with “La Fuerte,” produced by Argentine DJ Bizarrap, followed by hits such as “Girl Like Me,” “Las de la Intuición,” “Estoy Aquí,” “Inevitable,” “Te Felicito,” “TQG,” “Monotonía,” “Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53,” and “Don’t Bother,” showcasing a much more rock-oriented side of her artistry. The rest of the setlist was almost identical to what the Barranquilla native has presented throughout the Latin American leg of the tour tour, which began in Rio de Janeiro on February 11.
Before her unprecedented residency in Mexico City, Shakira achieved other milestones in the country, such as two sold-out shows at the BBVA Stadium in the border city of Monterrey, where she gathered 100,000 people on March 12 and 13. Additionally, she performed two concerts on Sunday (March 16) and Monday (March 17) at the Akron Stadium in Guadalajara, bringing together 90,000 people, according to the promoter.
Mexico City will also host the pop-up event “Shakira Estoy Aquí Experience Ciudad de México,” a free exhibition opening Friday (March 21) and running through March 30. The immersive experience will allow fans to dive into the universe of the Colombian artist through thematic spaces showcasing her evolution, creative process, and pivotal moments in her career.
Mexico also marks her second-to-last stop in the region before Shakira starts the U.S. leg of the tour on May 13 in Charlotte, N.C.
Nashville will host its first-ever professional rodeo this spring when the Music City Rodeo touches down at Bridgestone Arena fromMay 29-31. The partnership between Tim McGraw‘s Down Home entertainment group, Skydance Media and Humes Rodeo will feature McGraw, Jelly Roll and Reba McEntire headlining shows during Music City’s first Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) event.
“As a Nashville native, this felt like a chance to be a part of a history-making event for the city,” said Jelly Roll in a statement. “I have vivid memories when it was announced in Nashville that we were getting a hockey team with the Predators, or a football team with the Titans… and I watched Bridgestone Arena be built from the ground up. Headlining Music City Rodeo in my hometown as a part of the first rodeo brought to town feels like the same type of milestone.”
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Jelly also appears in a minute-long promo video for the Rodeo, jumping behind the bar at a nightclub and saying, “ain’t your usual stop, is it boys?” to a group of cowboys, as Reba says in voiceover, “right here in the heart of Broadway where honky tonk neon meets daredevil grit, rodeo and country music collide. “Three nights of guts, glory and history in the making,” McGraw adds over thrilling footage of the cowboys roping and riding.
According to a release, “each day will showcase 7 thrilling rodeo events from bull riding to barrel racing, team roping to broncs, featuring the world’s best cowboys and cowgirls going head-to-head for over $200,000.00 in prize money. Fans will enjoy the full pageantry of rodeo with additional family-friendly activities like mutton bustin’, clowns and Rodeo Queens, before culminating each night in a headlining arena concert.”
McEntire is slated to perform on opening night (May 29), followed by Jelly on the 30th and McGraw on the 31st.
McGraw, McEntire and Jelly Roll are serving as the founding members of MCR, with McGraw — who has played more than 20 historic rodeos across the country during his carer — saying in a statement, ““For eight decades, Nashville’s music stars have been the soundtrack to America’s iconic rodeos — country music and rodeo go hand in hand. So, it was time to bring the magic of the rodeo home to Nashville and I’m thrilled to be bringing it here.”
Tickets for MCR will go on sale on Friday (March 7) at 10 a.m. CT. A select amount of pre-sale tickets and VIP packages will be available starting Wednesday (March 5) at 10 a.m. CT here.
“It’s no secret that rodeo is in my blood, and I’m thrilled to be a part of starting a new Nashville tradition,” added McEntire. “Country music and rodeo coming together in Music City, what a perfect combination…I just knew I had to be part of it.”
MCR is partnering with Nashville’s Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt to benefit the patients and families it serves, with a portion of all event proceeds earmarked to support the hospital’s mission of providing world class pediatric healthcare and research.
“Having been involved in rodeo my entire life, both inside and outside the arena, there is no other city built better for rodeo than Nashville,” said Pat Humes of Humes Rodeo. “I knew it from the moment my boots first hit the ground here. You can feel it. The people here are genuine, kind, polite and they like to have fun. They act and live like cowboys. The city breathes country music. It’s woven into the fabric of life here. It’s the coolest thing I’ve ever experienced.”
Check out the promo video for the Music City Rodeo below.
