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This coming weekend, the city of Raleigh, N.C. will once more host the annual Dreamville Festival headlined by J. Cole, Nicki Minaj, and SZA. Ahead of the epic celebration of music and artistry, several Dreamville Festival Week events start this Wednesday across the city and are free of charge.
Dreamville Festival Week will begin on April 3 and runs through April 5 across the City of Oaks and the events will be free to attend and all-ages. Dreamville organizers have always centered businesses in the surrounding areas of the festival grounds to bolster the local economy and provide opportunities for small businesses and organizations to increase their visibility.
On Wednesday (April 3), Doctur Dot of EarthGang will be featured in a stand-up comedy showcase. On Thursday (April 4), Omen will host an adult game night event, and on Friday (April 5), OLU of EarthGang will host a morning yoga session and later that day, Lute will host an afternoon block party and car show and Bas will also play host for a kickback. There will also be educational panels at CAM Raleigh.
Along with all of these exciting events, fans can get Dreamville Festival fresh with apparel from the label at a downtown pop-up shop offering exclusive merch and other fashion items. As we shared above, Dreamville Festival Week is a way to give back to Raleigh for being great partners with the Dreamville team.
“Raleigh has embraced Dreamville Festival from the start, which is why our team is so excited to continue expanding the festival’s local impact beyond just the weekend dates. Our team looks forward to building upon last year’s success as Dreamville offers even more free programming for the locals and fans who come to visit Raleigh from around the world this spring,” said Dreamville Cofounder and Festival President Adam Roy.
The full schedule for the events can be found below. Dreamville Festival runs from April 6 through April 7. Learn more here.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3
Dreamville Pop-Up Shop
207 S West Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
Noon to 7:00 p.m.
Free, No RSVP Required (all-ages)
Punchella Comedy Clash with Doctur Dot and Friends
Goodnights Comedy Club (401 Woodburn Rd, Raleigh, NC 27605)
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Free, RSVP Link Coming Soon! (21+)
About: Hosted by Doctur Dot of EarthGang, Dreamville is bringing all the laughs this week. Featuring a mix of national touring and local comics at the top of their game, this event is sure to be one for the books.
THURSDAY, APRIL 4
Dreamville Pop-Up Shop
207 S West Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
Noon to 7:00 p.m.
Free, No RSVP Required (all-ages)
Omen’s Game Get Together
Kings and Neptunes (14 W Martin St, Raleigh, NC 27601)
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Free, RSVP Link Coming Soon! (21+)
About: Hosted by Dreamville’s Omen, the 21+ game night includes the games we know and love! From Connect 4, to Darts, Jenga, Uno, Monopoly, and more, this event is sure to bring back your inner child.
FRIDAY, APRIL 5
UP! with OLU (of EarthGang) x 4th QTR Performance Presented By COMPXSS
NC State Campus (location details coming soon!)
Free, RSVP Link Coming Soon! (all-ages)
Yoga begins at 10:00 a.m.
About: Return of the morning yoga session co-led by Dreamville’s very own OLU of EarthGang
Amazon Music Presents: Dreamville Public Access
CAM Raleigh (409 W Martin St, Raleigh, NC 27603)
11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Free, No RSVP Required (all-ages)
About: Curated by Dreamville, EngineEars, and Amazon Music, Public Access is a day-long program featuring panels and keynote discussions with creatives, music producers, and industry leaders. Informative and educational, the 2024 schedule is coming soon!
Dreamville Pop-Up Shop
207 S West Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
Noon to 7:00 p.m.
Free, No RSVP Required (all-ages)
Amazon Music Presents: Gold Mouf Garage with Lute
S Harrington Street (between W Martin Street & W Hargett Street, next to CAM Raleigh)
1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Free, No RSVP Required (all-ages)
About: Free block party featuring DJs, performances, food, low-riders, and other classic cars; hosted by NC native and Dreamville Records emcee Lute.
Everybody Fiends with Bas
3:00 to 8:00 p.m.
S Harrington Street (next to CAM Raleigh)
Free, No RSVP Required (all-ages)
About: Welcome to Everybody Fiends, hosted by Bas and The Fiends. Immerse yourself in our bespoke portrait studio and enjoy a creative gathering designed to inspire and connect like-minded individuals.
SATURDAY, APRIL 6
Dreamville Festival (Day 1)
Dorothea Dix Park (1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC 27603)
Gates open at Noon
SUNDAY, APRIL 7
Dreamville Festival (Day 2)
Dorothea Dix Park (1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC 27603)
Gates open at Noon
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Donald Trump’s social media platform Truth Social took a huge dive on the stock market as more details on its earnings were revealed.
On Monday (April 1), investors got their first look at the financial data of the parent company behind Truth Social, the social media platform of former President Donald Trump. And what they saw led to the values of shares in the company plummeting sharply, leading to a billion dollars shaved off of the value of Trump’s personal stake in the Trump Media and Technology Group.
According to reports, the regulatory finding released by the company to go public on the NASDAQ stock market led to Trump Media stock sinking 25% in value to $46 a share as opposed to $79 a share the week before. The data also revealed that the company made $4.1 million last year in revenue, closing out with a fourth quarter earning of $750,000 but a net loss of $58 million overall. As for Trump’s stake in the company, which is estimated to be 78.5 million shares or 57% of all shares, the value of those shares dropped to $3.64 billion on Tuesday (April 2), from $6.25 billion previously. Trump Media went public after a reverse merger with Digital World Acquisition Corp.
A further report from Forbes states that Truth Social is being viewed as a “meme stock” similar to the rise seen with AMC and GameStop stock in 2021, which surged thanks to the rush of consumers buying up the stock when it was so low. Trump supporters swooped in to buy shares as Truth Social went public, but it couldn’t prevent the value drop. “Trump Media’s 1,470 price-to-sales ratio, which compares a company’s total valuation to its last 12-month sales, is exponentially higher than social media peers Reddit and Snap’s respective 9 and 4 price-to-sales ratios,” the publication wrote.
The news comes as Trump managed to successfully post a $175 million bond late Monday evening in his appeal of a massive civil fraud judgment against him in New York to prevent the seizure of his assets. The bond, lowered from $464 million after Trump’s attorneys stated that bond companies refused to back him for the amount, was secured through the Knight Specialty Insurance Company, a company owned by the Hankey Group, whose owner is an avowed Trump supporter. As for Trump’s potential to sell his shares in Truth Social, he is barred from doing so for six months.
Billboard’s Latin Music Week, the most prestigious and longest-running week dedicated to the celebration of Latin music, will return to Miami this October.
Set for Monday, Oct. 14 to Friday, Oct. 18, Latin Music Week 2024 brings together top and emerging Latin music artists and executives from around the world for a week of showcases, networking, exclusive conversations, panels, workshops, activations and concerts.
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The event, which last year featured superstar Q&As with the likes of Shakira and Fonseca and in-depth panels anchored by Peso Pluma, Wisin, Fuerza Regida, Young Miko, Nicky Jam, Arcangel, Ivy Queen and Myke Towers, among others, is known as the top gathering place for the most influential and impactful artists today, both established and emerging, as well as the ultimate meeting ground for top music executives.
“We’ve created the single most important event in Latin music and the only gathering place for top artists to come together in art, conversation, and creativity,” says Leila Cobo, chief content officer of Billboard Latin/Español. “We’re thrilled to be returning to Miami to celebrate this over three-decade-long legacy, and we look forward to announcing this year’s roster of superstars, executives, and rising talent.”
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Over 5,000 registrants attended last year’s event, which featured over 50 artists, 40 artist and executive conversations, panels and workshops and more than 50 executives in an unprecedented five days of activities.
Marquee panels included Latin Music Week’s now-iconic Women’s Panel and “Making the Hit Live,” which last year featured Pedro Capó and Carin León, who wrote a song live that was released on Sony Music.
To see an overview of last year’s events, look here.
Programming will be expanded in this 2024 edition to accommodate audience demand.
Registration and additional details will be released in the coming weeks, with official registration opening soon and special rates available for returning attendees and students. Latin Music Week is expected to sell out, as it has for the past 10 years. For real time updates please visit BillboardLatinMusicWeek.com.
From Lady Gaga to Rick Springfield, here are the artists who have had roles on the creepy drama.
American Idol loves a bit of drama. Hollywood is a drama factory. Match it up, and Sunday night’s Hollywood Week episode of Idol delivered so much of the stuff you could chew on it.
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Ziggy, the so-called Dutch pop prince, has gone full diva during this 22th season, sporting colorful, custom suits with matching candy-colored hair. Ziggy isn’t just testing his talents, he’s keen to make his old man proud; the rocker passed away before the season began, before getting the chance to see Ziggy shine in the U.S. singing competition. Mackenzie Sol, a Las Vegas-based TikTok content creator known for his prank videos, has sailed through to LaLa Land, and made fans along the way.With a spot in the final 24, the drama intensified. Ziggy (real name: Ziggy Krassenberg) went first with “This Is Me” from The Greatest Showman. Sol followed up with a performance of The Beatles’ “With A Little Help From My Friends”.The judges couldn’t separate them, so a challenge was set: a sing-off to “Jealous” by Labrinth or Harry Styles’ “Falling,” with just one hour to prepare. “Jealous” it was. Drama.
Neither singer was happy about the scenario. Nerves were shredded. “I don’t like the fact I’ve got to sing against him, he’s incredible,” remarked Sol backstage.
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A crestfallen Ziggy took his concerns to another level. “This is just insane,” he stated. Sol is “such a good singer, such a pure soul.”
At one point, Ziggy was so freaked out, he stepped into Sol’s rehearsal space and asked him to stop singing. “I am so nervous and you’re making me really nervous,” was the explanation. More drama.
If Ziggy was mortified, he had right to be. Sol, we learned, isn’t just familiar with the song, he used to sing it with his ex, to whom he assured he’d never sing it again if they broke up. “Why not use that pain and sing it for the last time ever,” Katy Perry remarked.
The youngsters took their turn to belt it out. “They both are really good,” Perry later remarked. Good, however, isn’t enough for one competitor.
Perry, speaking on behalf of the three judges, praised Sol’s energy that is “a little unbridled.” Ziggy “you should be so proud because you were so pure and honest,” she enthused. “It’s going to take you to the highest of heights.”
Not in this competition.
Sol shone bright enough to secure a spot in the top 24, and progress to filming at Disney’s Aulani Resort & Spa in Ko Olina in Hawaiʻi.
Watch the sing-off below.
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Spring just started, and if you’ve already started obsessing over your summer body, you still have a few months to get it in gear.
Whether your fitness goal is to lose weight, tone up or simply improve and maintain your workout routine, a treadmill can help. From under-desk treadmills to foldable treadmills and portable stair steppers, there’s no excuse not to get your body moving, and you don’t have to leave home to do it.
Horizon Fitness treadmills are built for at-home, high-performance workouts. The brand’s 7.0 AT Treadmill, from its Studio Series, allows users to connect to various fitness apps and it folds up for easy storing whether you have a small exercise space or a home gym.
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Horizon Fitness 7.0 AT Treadmill
$999
$2,100
52% off
There’s also a Bluetooth heart rate monitor and USB charging port for your smart phone or tablet device. Horizon’s Studio series treadmills are on sale for $999 to $1,999 — up to 52% off.
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The AT 7.0 treadmill has a 20 x 60-inch deck and shock absorbing cushioning for flexibility and foot support and built-in speakers to stream music and more during your workout.
With Horizon’s Advanced Bluetooth capabilities, users can sync Horizon treadmills and bikes to Peloton, Zwift, STUDIO, Google Fit, Apple Health and other fitness apps. Additionally, Horizon offers a free AtZone app that includes on-demand classes and exclusive workouts.
Horizon’s 7.0 AT Treadmill, the more affordable among the brand’s trio of 7.0-7.8 treadmills, is designed for “tough workouts” and offers an unlimited variety of fitness classes when connected through the training app. The 7.4 AT Treadmill is a high-performance, running treadmill designed for “high-intensity training.”
If you’re an avid runner, the 7.8 AT Treadmill is for you. Horizon’s “ultimate runner’s treadmill” has an expanded running surface of 22 x 60 inches and 9.3-inch display screen to easily adjust speed and incline and follow along with fitness classes.
And don’t worry about putting your treadmill together. You have the option of standard delivery, in-room delivery and white glove delivery with full setup and assembly. Horizon also provides financing as low as 0.9 APR for qualified customers. Horizon Studio Series treadmills such as the 7.0 AT Treadmill, 7.4 AT and 7.8 AT Treadmill are up to 52% off for a limited time.
Interested in a budget treadmill? This Cursor Fitness treadmill is one of Amazon’s top-selling treadmills under $300. It’s more of a basic option without all the bells and whistles of a Horizon treadmill, but perfectly suitable for basic workouts, according to customer reviews. Click here to shop Walmart treadmills.
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Treadmills are a great workout tool because they’re so versatile, and they actually work — I personally started my fitness journey on a treadmill and a stair stepper, and it wasn’t until I committed to a running and walking routine (and diet) that I started seeing results and was able to branch out into other fitness options.
It’s no secret that walking provides a full-body workout, and a treadmill is a great choice for homebodies. The benefits to walking include reducing (and regulating) blood pressure, weight loss and stress relief. Walking can also improve your immune system and reduce the risks of strokes and diabetes as well as types of cancer.
Although walking tends to be the more popular among the two, running offers most of the same benefits including lower blood pressure, weight loss, stress relief and improved muscle strength. Running can also reduce your risk of disease.
For more shopping recommendations, check out the best deals on fitness equipment, best tech deals and popular athleisure brands to shop.
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Your book collection is about to get Beyoncified with the upcoming release of a fan-made book featuring illustrated pictures of the “Texas Hold ‘Em” singer. Titled Beyoncé Legends Alphabet, the new book aims to take you through the 42-year-old’s illustrious career using the letters of the alphabet.
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Beyhive members won’t want to miss out on expanding their Beyoncé merch collection with this collectors piece — and, if you’re looking for gifts for music lovers, this book will make a unique keepsake that can be paired with the “16 Carriages” singer’s official Renaissance tour merch or some chic Western apparel to show off while listening to Cowboy Carter.
Beyoncé Legends Alphabet book won’t be released until April 30, but online retailers including Amazon, Target and Walmart have opened preorders to help ensure you snag a copy the moment it’s released.
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“Beyonce Legends Alphabet”
The Beyoncé alphabet book comes with 56 illustrated pages detailing some of her major career landmarks including spotlighting hit songs like “Daddy’s Girl” and “XO.” You can preorder it now to guarantee yourself a copy of the book when it’s released. Prime members can also qualify for free one-day shipping for extra savings. Don’t have a Prime membership? Click here to start a 30-day free trial.
And for the younger Beyoncé fans, you can preorder a copy of Little Legends Alphabet: Beyoncé, which helps teach children about the award-winning singer through fun pictures (and the ABCs). Plus, it makes a thoughtful gift for the pregnant Beyhive moms in your life.
“Beyoncé Little Legends Alphabet”
Teach your loved one their ABCs with the help of this children’s book featuring Beyoncé and her music. Each page will focus on a different letter from the alphabet while using pictures and songs from the singer’s discography to assist in teaching your kiddo their letters.
You can preorder the younger version for $10 and expect it to arrive on your doorstep by July 30, when then title is released.
Both books join the growing collection of music books that author and illustrator Beck Feiner has published including genre-focused titles like Diva Legends, Hip-Hop Legends, Metal Legends and Country Legends as well as artist and band focused books like Taylor Swift Legends, Beatles Legends and an upcoming BTS book.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best female musician memoirs, jazz books and Taylor Swift books.
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Ahead of Sabrina Carpenter making her Coachella debut this month, the “Nonsense” singer is taking the spotlight for a new SKIMS underwear campaign. After finishing another leg of Taylor Swift’s record-breaking Eras tour, the “Feather” singer is showing off the latest SKIMS pieces for their Stretch Lace and Fits Everybody collections.
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You can catch a glimpse of the upcoming releases that include delicate pieces the brand is calling their most “alluring” collection yet, including halter neck styles, lace intimates with rosette accents, micro thongs and high-cut bodysuits.
The new collection will officially launch on Wednesday (April 3), but until then you can visit SKIMS.com to map out what star-approved looks you plan on adding to your cart and pairing with leggings or your chicest pleated skirts.
Sabrina Carpenter
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Carpenter was more than happy to join the growing list of musicians who’ve starred in the lifestyle brand’s campaigns including Usher, Lana Del Rey (who had a Valentine’s Day collection) and Nelly Furtado (who offered personal picks).
“I loved the femininity of the whole creative,” she said in a press statement. “I feel very excited SKIMS chose me to be the face of this campaign as I’ve always been a fan of the brand.”
As a longtime fan of the lingerie brand, she also noted which pieces were her most favorite.
“I love both collections, especially the delicacy of the Stretch Lace and the second-skin feel of Fits Everybody,” she said. “Every piece I wore was super flattering and so comfortable, which of course is always a given with SKIMS!”
The campaign video features nods to the ’90s as Carpenter poses in various pieces from the lingerie collection in a room filled with posters and stacks of CDs evoking some major nostalgia.
Check below to watch the official campaign video for Sabrina Carpenter x SKIMS.