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With 30 million albums sold and hit tracks such as “Out Last Night” and “The Boys of Fall” under his proverbial belt, Kenny Chesney has done it all.
Now, the country music star can add author to his long list of accomplishments with the release of his first book, titled Heart Life Music. The novel speaks to Chesney’s more than three decades in the music industry through ups and downs. It is cowritten alongside journalist Holly Gleason.
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For those looking to learn more about the Tennessee native, you can preorder a hardcover version of his book right now on Amazon for $21.12. A Kindle version retails for $14.99, while a paperback version goes for $36. The book will officially ship on Nov 4. You can also preorder a signed copy of the book at Barnes & Noble for $32.50.
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The book explores the “She Thinks My Tractor’s Sexy” singer’s humble beginnings playing for tips at bars in college, fostering his love of connection and music, to rocking stadiums and founding a massive fanclub. Along the way, readers are treated to anecdotes about some of Chesney’s most influential tracks, namely “You and Tequila” off the star’s hit 2010 album, Hemingway’s Whiskey, featuring fellow musician Grace Potter.
From an excerpt published by CBS News in a chapter simply titled “Grace,” Chesney explains how the song is a cover of a track of the same name cowritten by Deana Carter and Matraca Berg for Carter’s 2003 album, I’m Just a Girl. The country singer recalls first coming into contact with Potter’s music, saying he’d felt “blessed” after listening. Chesney wanted something to make his track “shine,” and Potter was the one to do it. “When you’re a dreamer, you can’t not take Door No. 3. That mentality fuels you. Seeking inspiration, wanting to find out has risk involved. Some Door No. 3s don’t work out. But Grace Potter? She’s the epitome of why Door No. 3 is always better than playing it safe,” Chesney writes.
The book offers a rare perspective when it comes to producing music. It’s a look into how the sausage is made, a peek behind the process. If you’re interested in country music or just a big fan of Chesney, we suggest you shop this book now. Fair warning: Once you pick it up, you won’t be putting it down anytime soon.
Trending on Billboard Jung Kook’s new Calvin Klein campaign is so steamy, it could melt butter. The BTS star’s latest campaign with the fashion brand launched Tuesday (Oct. 28), complete with a series of eye-catching photos shared with Billboard as well as new ad spot. In the video, Jung Kook zips through city streets on […]
Trending on Billboard Sometimes singers on The Voice move the celebrity judges with the power or emotion in their voice. But on Monday night (Oct. 27), Team Reba’s Aubrey Nicole got right to the heart of the matter for her crew’s leader by singing a tune whose lyrics hit home in the most personal way. […]
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When Jerrell Melton and Ralph Edwards sang “I Lose Control” on NBC‘s The Voice, they weren’t telling the whole truth.
Team Snoop’s singers went toe-to-toe Monday night (Oct. 27) for season 28’s fourth and final Battle night, hitting a rendition of Teddy Swims’ mega-hit from 2024. Both oozed control, not a lack of it.
Edwards, the 30-year-old native of Fresno, California, with his burly, oak-flavored tones, and Melton, the 29-year-old from Fayetteville, Georgia, whose soulful voice has a hint of sweetness, could barely be separated.
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Mind, this is no ordinary song. “Lose Control” in July became the first number in the history of the Billboard Hot 100 to spend triple-digit weeks on the chart, as it cleared its milestone 100th frame.
Niall Horan “loved” Melton’s voice, remarking that it’s “really pure, really clean.” And Edwards, the Irishman remarked, his energy, his power and rasp, “it’s aggressive but it’s controlled.”
Reba McEntire read from her notes a performance she described as “powerful, smooth like butter. Raspy, smooth like velvet.” The country ace admitted the decision to split them would be a tough one. If she had to, she’d pick Melton.
Both contestants laid it all out. Melton with a “gorgeous smoothness,” was reminiscent of the very best in the business, Michael Bublé remarked. While Edwards, or “Wreck-It Ralph,” as the Canadian crooner and others like to call him, should “go far on the show.”
Just how far was up to Snoop Dogg, who had the final call.
“You just showed the world that you two are superstars,” the rap legend noted. “Jerrell, you overachieved. We gave you something that was out of this box, and you did what you were supposed to do,” he added. “Ralph, knock it out of the park. This is what we do.”
Snoop took a moment to consult with the “Gangsta Holy Ghost” and he called it. “Wreck-It Ralph” Edwards wins, and progresses to the Knockouts, which start next Monday, Nov. 3. Melton won’t be there, an unlucky loser.
The Knockout episodes will air every Monday on NBC until Nov. 24. Then, the Playoffs will beam out on Monday, Dec. 1 and Monday, Dec. 8 on NBC, with the Season 28 Live Finale set to spread over the two nights of Dec. 15 and 16.
Watch Melton and Edwards’ Battle below.
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Back by popular demand, Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty just launched a second limited-edition collaboration with Arcane, Riot Games’ Emmy award-winning animated series based on the online game and global phenom League of Legends.
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After a successful product launch in 2023, Arcane and Fenty Beauty are back together again, and this second collaboration is a major one. The collection launched Monday (Oct. 27), and includes four exclusive Gloss Bombs, all for $22, and a Hydra Vizor Mystery Box for $44. Both products are inspired by the two-season show created by Christian Linke and Alex Yee. The 2023 collection was a major success, selling out quickly upon its release. If you’re a fan of League of Legends and Arcane, you’ll want to snag this collection before it’s gone for good.
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Fenty Beauty Arcane-inspired glosses.
The new Gloss Bomb colorways include Risky Rulin, a sparkling warm gold inspired the character Mel; Rogue On Riche$, a shimmering peach nude inspired by Caitlyn; Rebel Rais’r, a vibrant holographic pink inspired by the character Vi; and Kaboom, a holographic black inspired by the character Jinx. Every shade features sparkling reflex, giving the lips a juicy, light-catching look. Every gloss comes in a special Arcane-inspired package, depicting the character associated with the gloss.
Fenty Beauty’s Gloss Bombs are a non-sticky, high-shine formula gloss that delivers pigmented payoff upon the first swipe. The gloss is equipped with an extra large doe-foot applicator that gives users more control of their lip look. No matter the colorway, each formula is equipped with shea butter that conditions the lips, keeping them hydrated while looking absolutely stunning.
Arcane Hydra Vizor Mystery Box Moisturizer Sunscreen + Collector’s Case
A sunscreen and collectors case mystery box inspired by Arcane.
Along with the glosses, fans and followers of Arcane and Fenty will be able to shop a mystery box featuring the brand’s Hydra Vizor Moisturizer Sunscreen packaged in one of four collector’s case. Much like any blind box, you’ll have the opportunity to pull a special package inspired by characters Vi, Jinx, Caitlyn and Mel.
The Hydra Vizor sunscreen contains SPF 30 and is formulated with niacinamide, a form of vitamin B3 that works to strengthen your skin barrier, reduce inflammation and improves the appearance of your skin, among other things. This means that the product not only protects your skin from the sun’s harmful rays but keeps it healthy too.
If you didn’t know, Arcane is based on League of Legends, often referred to as League, an exceedingly popular multiplayer online battle arena video game. Arcane is a sort of spinoff show inspired by the game. It is a science-fantasy drama and a Netflix original that follows the conflict between the cities of Piltover and Zaun, focusing on the origin stories of sisters Vi and Jinx.Both characters are playable in LOL.
The series has major ties to the world of music. In its second season alone, the soundtrack featured a slew of A-list artists including K-pop boy band Stray Kids and Twenty One Pilots, who recorded singles called “Come Play” and “The Line,” respectively, along with Young Miko, King Princess, Stromae, Marcus King, Ashnikko, d4vd, Sheryl Lee Ralph and more.
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Did Kanye West really kick his former employee YesJulz out of his plane and leave her to fend for herself in Poland, allegedly?!
We don’t know, but given her recent story (where she withheld names), many people have come to the conclusion that she was talking about Kanye West when she spilled the beans on one of the wildest experiences she underwent just a few years ago.
Over the weekend, YesJulz, born Julianne Goddard, sat down for a livestream interview with N3on and discussed a bevy of interesting topics. When she was asked about some of the craziest things she’s experienced in Hollywood, she responded as one would expect, saying, “That’s such a broad question. Everything’s crazy.”
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With many everyday people who’ve worked in the industry having referred to Hollywood as “Hollyweird” for decades now, we’re not surprised at YesJulz’s response to the question.
She then went into a personal story about a working experience she had years ago and though she didn’t name who her employer was at the time, many listeners assumed she was referring to her time working with Mr. West.
YesJulz was telling a story about a flight she took on a private plane after making a “public statement” in which she was “clearing up” her stance on a certain situation. Unfortunately, she says “the person who was in charge of the plane I was on did not like the statement that I made.”
Apparently, that statement was enough to land her in unfamiliar territory (literally), as the trip she thought she was taking ended up landing her in a place she was not expecting.
“I was sleeping. I was thinking I was gonna wake up in Dubai or Saudi Arabia for this thing we were heading to, and I woke up and there was snow on the window and ice on the tarmac. And so clearly, where we had landed was not Saudi Arabia. And I learned I was getting kicked off the plane in Poland, which I’ve never been to, because I made this statement. I had to literally get off the plane. I had taken a Xanax to go to sleep, so I was out of it. And I was in the middle of an abandoned airport in Poland.”
When asked who said person in charge was, Julz didn’t name any names, but did refer to the person as a “f*cking loser.” While that term could be referring to a number of insecure celebrities these days, many quickly assumed she was talking about Kanye West, as at the time that she and West parted ways, he had visited Dubai to perform Vultures with Ty Dolla $ign and Lil Durk.
Couple that with Kanye West’s well-noted pettiness, compulsiveness and overall behavioral issues, we wouldn’t be surprised to learn that he’d kick a person off his private plane in the middle of nowhere. That’s just how rich people get down these days. Rather Trumpian of him, really.
Check out the full interview and her Poland story around the 21-minute mark, and let us know if you think Kanye West was the man who kicked her to the Polish curb in the comments section below.
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As someone born and raised in New York City, I’ve seen sneakers move from simple staples to symbols of culture — defining how we express ourselves in the streets, on stage, and beyond. These days, I can’t walk a block in SoHo or through Union Square without spotting someone rocking a pair of Salomons. What started as a French outdoor brand known for trail running has become one of the city’s most unexpected style codes — a perfect mix of function, comfort, and flair.
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And now, Colombian superstar Feid just gave Salomon one of its most exciting crossovers yet with the XT-Pathway 2 FERXXO — his first-ever creative-directed sneaker.
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Feid has been stepping deeper into the fashion space since becoming a Salomon ambassador in Spring 2024. After showcasing an XT-4 collab last summer, his latest project takes things to another level. The XT-Pathway 2 FERXXO brings Feid’s world — Medellín’s lush green mountains, his signature bright green aesthetic, and his genre-blending energy — into the Salomon universe.
This sneaker isn’t just about style; it’s a reflection of identity. The color green has always been personal for Feid — it represents hope, his hometown, and, of course, a little bit of money. That same energy lights up the XT-Pathway 2, featuring near-fluorescent shades of green across glow-in-the-dark panels, custom charms on the Quicklace™ system, and a hand-drawn caricature by Feid himself.
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The connection between fashion and music has always run deep — especially here in NYC, where artists have long dictated what’s next in style. Feid knows this better than most, showcashing this sneaker during NYC’s Governor’s Ball. During his Hard Summer Festival set in Los Angeles this August, he brought out none other than Snoop Dogg, who hit the stage in an unreleased pair of Feid x Salomon XT-4 Friends & Family sneakers.
It was a moment that did more than break the internet — it broke boundaries. Seeing a hip-hop legend like Snoop cosign Feid’s vision connected two cultures in real time: Latin music’s global rise and hip-hop’s lasting influence. And while the Friends & Family pairs might never see shelves, they built the anticipation for the XT-Pathway 2 — the pair everyone can actually buy.
Snoop Dogg and Feid at Hard Summer Music Fest in Los Angeles on August 3rd, 2025.
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The XT-Pathway 2 FERXXO hit North America and Latin America on October 25 (with a global launch following October 28), just as the temperature started to drop. Winter in NYC means darker days, heavier fits — and for those who know, it’s the best time to let a bright sneaker shine. Those neon green tones pop even more against the city’s gray streets and subway stations.
These aren’t just hiking sneakers — they’re statements. In a city where Salomon has quietly climbed from niche outdoor gear to a mainstay of streetwear rotations, Feid’s collab feels right at home. You’ll see them lined up outside stores from the LES to Flatbush — people wanting a piece of this global connection between fashion, music, and movement.
Feid’s Salomon XT-Pathway 2 FERXXO
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Salomon’s rise in NYC mirrors Feid’s rise in global music. Both are breaking boundaries, blending worlds that weren’t supposed to meet, and redefining what “performance” means — whether it’s on the trails or on stage. The XT-Pathway 2 FERXXO celebrates that exact intersection of sport, style, and sound.
As Feid put it, “This shoe was made to stand out.” And in a city like New York, standing out isn’t just about being loud — it’s about being intentional.
For me, this one’s a Flex — without question. The design, the comfort, the cultural crossover — everything about this release feels authentic and forward-thinking. It’s not just a sneaker you wear; it’s a story you step into.
Because whether you’re on the subway, in a studio, or out in the streets of NYC, the XT-Pathway 2 FERXXO reminds you that the real trail is wherever you make your mark.But now we want to hear from you: Flex, Trade, or Fade? Will you add the XT-Pathway 2’s to your rotation, hold for trade value, or skip entirely? Drop your take in the comments.
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Trending on Billboard At this point, Hailey Bieber is used to seeing insults about her online, but in a new interview, she pointed out there’s one particular brand of disparaging comment that she just doesn’t understand. Appearing on Owen Thiele’s In Your Dreams podcast on Friday (Oct. 24), Bieber began talking about rude comments shared […]
