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Katy Perry, Gracie Abrams, Tate McRae and NCT Dream are among the artists appearing on tonight’s Jingle Ball 2024 special on ABC.
Filmed at select stops on this year’s iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour, the two-hour special airs at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Watch the Jingle Ball Tour on TV through your local ABC affiliate.
How to Watch 2024 Jingle Ball Special Live Online
Don’t have cable? You can livestream the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball special on ABC through DirecTV Stream. The popular streaming service includes a live ABC feed as part of its packages, allowing you to watch Jingle Ball online without cable. DirecTV Stream currently has a free trial promotion going on that you can use to watch the Jingle Ball performances online for free. See full details here.
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Another way to livestream Jingle Ball 2024 online? Use Fubo, which has a week-long free trial available here. Get the free trial to watch Jingle Ball on ABC for free. Fubo’s package includes free DVR so you record the broadcast to watch all the performances back on-demand. Continue with one of Fubo’s streaming deals or cancel before your free trial is up to avoid being charged. See details here.
How to Watch 2024 Jingle Ball Special On-Demand
Don’t need to watch the network special live on ABC? You can stream the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour the next day on Hulu. Hulu subscribers can log in to watch all the Jingle Ball Tour performances on-demand from home. Not a subscriber: get a free trial to test out Hulu here.
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In addition to Perry, Abrams, McRae and the K-pop sensations NCT Dream, this season’s holiday music event features performances from Meghan Trainor, Teddy Swims, Twenty One Pilots, Benson Boone, Madison Beer, Kane Brown, Shaboozy, Paris Hilton and the Kid Laroi.
Watch the 2024 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball special tonight at 8 p.m. on ABC, or stream it online free with DirecTV Stream.
Twenty-five films have been selected for the Library of Congress’ National Film Registry in 2024 “due to their cultural, historic or aesthetic importance to preserve the nation’s film heritage.” They include two that had Billboard 200-topping soundtracks, Beverly Hills Cop and Dirty Dancing; one (Dirty Dancing) that featured an Oscar-winning song, “(I’ve Had) the Time of My Life”; and one (The Social Network) that featured an Oscar-winning score by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.
The selections span 115 years, from a silent film created to entice audiences at the dawn of cinema in 1895, Annabelle Serpentine Dance, to the newest selected film from 2010, The Social Network, a drama about social media.
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Popular Hollywood releases selected this year include the first Star Trek film added to the registry – 1982’s Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, as well as Eddie Murphy’s first feature film on the registry, Beverly Hills Cop.
Two films selected this year, American Me and Up in Smoke, were produced by Lou Adler, a music industry legend who produced Billboard 200-topping albums by the Mamas and the Papas and Carole King. Adler, 91, was voted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013 and received a trustees award from the Recording Academy in 2019. Adler has several other films on the registry including Monterey Pop, The Rocky Horror Picture Show and 20 Feet From Stardom, in which he made an appearance.
The 2024 selections feature diversity both in the filmmakers and in the stories depicted on screen.
Five films selected this year include prominent Hispanic artists or themes – American Me, Mi Familia, Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, Spy Kids and Up in Smoke.
Mi Familia and American Me both feature actor Edward James Olmos, who is now featured in eight films on the registry. American Me marks his first appearance as a director on the registry.
With this year’s addition of Mi Familia, director Gregory Nava now has three explorations of the Hispanic experience on the registry. Mi Familia joins previous selections El Norte and Selena.
Two films this year, Up in Smoke and Spy Kids, feature Cheech Marin. These are Marin’s first films on the registry. Up in Smoke is also the first Cheech & Chong film on the registry.
Several films this year were made by Black directors, including Ganja and Hess (1973, Bill Gunn); Uptown Saturday Night (1974, Sidney Poitier), Will (1981, Jessie Maple) and Compensation (1999, Zeinabu irene Davis). Will is considered to be the first independent, feature-length film directed by a Black woman.
Common Threads: Stories from the Quilt, an Academy Award-winning documentary selected this year, tells the story of the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, and an important period in LGBTQ history.
Deaf characters and culture are represented in two films this year: The Miracle Worker from 1962 and Compensation from 1999. In The Miracle Worker, director Arthur Penn depicted the Helen Keller story in a direct and unsentimental manner that was unusual for its time.
The selection Powwow Highway from 1989 stands out as one of the first indie films to treat Native Americans as ordinary people, navigating the complexities of everyday life, departing from long-perpetuated stereotypes.
“Films reflect our nation’s history and culture and must be preserved in our national library for generations to come,” Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden said in a statement. “We’re honored by the responsibility to add 25 diverse new films to the National Film Registry each year as we work to preserve our cultural heritage.”
Turner Classic Movies (TCM) will host a TV special on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at 8 p.m. ET to screen a selection of films named to the registry this year. Hayden will join TCM host and film historian Jacqueline Stewart, who is chair of the National Film Preservation Board, to discuss the films.
Under the terms of the National Film Preservation Act, each year the Librarian of Congress names 25 motion pictures to the National Film Registry that are “culturally, historically or aesthetically” significant. The films must be at least 10 years old. The Librarian makes the annual selections after conferring with the members of the National Film Preservation Board and a cadre of Library specialists.
This year’s selections bring the number of titles in the registry to 900. Also considered were 6,744 titles nominated by the public. Nominations for next year will be accepted through Aug. 15, 2025, at loc.gov/programs/national-film-preservation-board/film-registry/nominate/.
Here’s a complete list of the 25 films that were selected as 2024 additions to the National Film Registry. They are listed in chronological order.
Annabelle Serpentine Dance (1895)KoKo’s Earth Control (1928)Angels with Dirty Faces (1938)The Pride of the Yankees (1942)Invaders from Mars (1953)The Miracle Worker (1962)The Chelsea Girls (1966)Ganja and Hess (1973)The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)Uptown Saturday Night (1974)Zora Lathan Student Films (1975-76)Up in Smoke (1978)Will (1981)Star Trek II: Wrath of Khan (1982)Beverly Hills Cop (1984)Dirty Dancing (1987)Common Threads: Stories from the Quilt (1989)Powwow Highway (1989)My Own Private Idaho (1991)American Me (1992)Mi Familia (1995)Compensation (1999)Spy Kids (2001)No Country for Old Men (2007)The Social Network (2010)
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Looking to upgrade your tech for the holiday season? AT&T is offering a deal on the iPhone 16 Pro where you can save by trading in an eligible device.
The discount comes in the form of monthly bill credits, meaning the savings are spread out over a set period, typically 36 months. You’ll pay the full price of the iPhone 16 Pro upfront, but the trade-in credit within 3 billing cycles will be applied as monthly bill credits, reducing your overall cost. This allows you to enjoy the new device right away while benefiting from savings over time rather than a one-time discount. With up to $1,000 in credits over 36 months, it’s an affordable way to upgrade.
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Whether you’re shopping for a new phone, smartwatch or tablet, AT&T has great deals to keep you up to date with the latest tech. Plus, you’ll have access to flexible payment plans, discounts with trade-ins and a variety of devices to choose from. For those looking to upgrade your tech or finding a gift for someone special, AT&T makes it easy to get an iPhone 16 while saving you money.
Keep scrolling to learn more about AT&T’s iPhone 16 holiday offer.
Unlock Savings for the Holidays: AT&T’s iPhone 16 Trade-In Deal
AT&T’s iPhone trade-in deal makes a great gift for the tech lover in your life, offering up to $830 off the iPhone 16, based on your trade-in device.
The process is simple: first, check if your phone qualifies for trade-in. The phone must have a minimum trade-in value of $230 to qualify for up to $1,000 off the iPhone 16 Pro. Your new iPhone must be purchased on a 36-month 0% APR installment plan with payments up to $44.45/month. Well-qualified customers may pay $0 down because they meet AT&T’s criteria, but others might need to make a down payment if their credit history requires it. You’ll also need to be on or switch to an eligible postpaid unlimited plan, which starts at $75.99/month, along with taxes and a $35 activation fee.
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Without the trade-in deal, the iPhone 16 Pro is available for $27.78/month and the iPhone 16 Pro Max for $33.34/month on AT&T’s 36-month installment plan. These prices showcase the full cost of the devices, paid in equal monthly installments, with no trade-in discounts applied.
The iPhone 16 Pro is available in four different colors: Desert Titanium, Black Titanium, White Titanium and Natural Titanium. From 1 GB to 1 TB, you can find the storage solution that suits your needs.In addition to the iPhone 16 Pro deal, you can also get an Apple Watch SE 2nd Gen and an iPad 10th Gen for $0.99/month with qualifying purchase. The Apple Watch can be discounted for up to $264.36, and the iPad for up to $464.36, both spread across 36 monthly bill credits. These devices must also be purchased on a 36-month 0% APR installment plan.
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To qualify for this offer, you need to activate a new line for both the Apple Watch and iPad. Plus, you’ll also need a postpaid plan, starting at $10.99/month for the Apple Watch and $20.99/month for the iPad.
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Christmas and New Year’s aren’t the only reasons to celebrate this season; the NCAA College Football Playoff and NCAA Bowl Games are just around the corner too. And one of the best (and most affordable) ways to watch college football games is with a subscription to Sling TV — especially since YouTube TV just recently announced a price hike for their streaming service.
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The NCAA Bowl Games start on Wednesday, Dec. 18, with the Boca Raton Bowl: James Madison vs. Western Kentucky. The bowl game takes place at FAU Stadium in Boca Raton, Florida, with kickoff at 5:30 p.m./2:30 p.m. PT. You can watch the game on ESPN via Sling TV. Check out a complete schedule for all of the bowl games this season here.
How to Watch NCAA College Football Games on Sling TV
A subscription to Sling TV Orange + Blue — which comes with ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, TNT and Fox for the NCAA Bowl Games and the NCAA College Football Playoff — gets you access to live TV and local and cable channels, starting at $30 for the first month of service ($60 per month afterwards). That’s right: You’ll get 50% off your first month of service for all of Sling TV‘s plans, which are considerably less than YouTube TV’s $82.99 per month starting price.
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You can watch local networks such as NBC, while you can also watch many cable networks, including NFL Network, FS1, Lifetime, FX, AMC, A&E, Bravo, BET, Cartoon Network, Fuse, CNN, Food Network and many others. (CBS and The CW aren’t available on Sling TV.)
Please note: If you subscribe after Friday, Dec. 20, the monthly price goes up starting at $45.99 per month for Sling Orange. Prices and channel availability depends on your local TV market. Learn more about Sling subscription prices here.
If you’re looking for an affordable alternative to YouTube TV, DirecTV Stream, Fubo and Hulu + Live TV, then start with Sling TV.
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Digital cameras were thought to be dead after the introduction of the first iPhone back in 2007, but new research has found an increasing surge in sales — and it’s all thanks to Gen Z. Young adults aged 18-29 are supposedly the driving force behind the major growth in digital camera sales as the desire for a vintage ’90s aesthetic and Y2K style prevails.
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The average price for a digital camera has since increased to around $620, but that doesn’t mean you have to burn a hole in your wallet to hop on the instant camera trend. There are a number of good digital cameras under $100 that’ll provide better quality photos than what your smartphone and flip phones could ever produce.
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Below, Billboard Shopping breaks down the benefits of owning a digital camera as well as the best digital cameras under $100 to buy online. Just in time for the holiday shopping season, here are some budget cameras to put under the tree.
Are Digital Cameras Still Worth It?
The best digital cameras have evolved with the times to include an expanded list of features and upgraded technology. You’ll not only capture higher-quality photos than with a smartphone (especially in low-light conditions), you’ll also enjoy quicker shutter speeds, an increased amount of storage, and customizability.
Content creators can also use most point-and-shoot cameras as a vlogging camera due to its versatile nature, allowing you to switch from point-and-shoot to a video camera.
Is a Digital Camera Better Than An iPhone?
Apple’s latest iPhone 16 boasts 48 megapixels (the amount of detail a camera’s sensor can capture), which is at the same level of some cheap digital cameras. That doesn’t take into account the $1,000+ price tag attached to the smartphone in addition to not as much storage and a less crisp flash. Digital cameras are also designed with photography being the main use, whereas an iPhone and other smartphones have to be able to switch from a camera, to a phone and web browser.
What Are the Best Digital Cameras Under $100?
When determining the best digital camera under $100 to buy, you’ll want to decide what your main purpose of use will be. Whether you’re capturing memories from your lineup of tours and music festivals or looking for a beginner-friendly design to start a photography hobby, check below for some of the top-rated affordable digital cameras.
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4K Digital Camera for Photography
Amazon’s digital camera can capture 64MP (the most on the list!) as well as 4K resolution videos for the highest-quality content. The built-in anti-shake feature will also help you avoid snapping any blurry photos, while the rechargeable battery ensures you don’t have to stock up on disposable batteries.Amazon reviewers love how easy it is to use and the quality of pictures it takes for its low price, noting that it takes solid pictures, has easy controls and does a great job in different shooting situations. The stabilization is also handy for getting clear shots.
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Kodak PixPro FZ45-SL Digital Camera
$30.59
$109.99
72% off
Whether you’re shooting photos of your tropical vacation or family picutres, Wednkoly’s affordable digital camera makes it possible to capture professional-grade photos with 44 MP. Included is a 32 GB SD card to store your picutres on, face recognition, smile detection and continuous shooting for a more flexible shooting experience.One reviewer described it as a “very impressive little camera for the price,” commenting on how “at this price point, this camera is the best option out there.”
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beginner-friendly pick
Lecran Digital Camera
If you’re new to photography, Lecran’s cheap digital camera simplifies the process without sacrificing quality. It’s capable of capturing 44 MP and uses motion detection and face detection while setting up your shot. The anti-shake feature helps prevent blurry photos, while the self-timer allows you to take group pictures to make sure everyone is in the photo. The digital camera has “exceeded expectations” for one Amazon shopper who said “the image quality is superb with sharp details and vibrant colors. Its user-friendly interface makes it accessible for both beginners and experienced photographers.” This is a bestseller too, with more than 9,000 units sold in the last month alone.
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vlogging pick
Brewene 4K Digital Camera
$74.99
$99.99
25% off
Vloggers will appreciate the 48MP and 4K resolution of the Brewene digital camera paired with its 16X zoom abilities and built-in microphone. It’s also designed with a hot shoe mount, a rotatable LCD screen (great for self-tapes) and and CMOS image sensor that’ll precisely focus on your subjects. Amazon reviewers called the digital camera a “little gem for budding creatives” complimenting how “navigating through the settings was intuitive and the autofocus feature works like a charm making everything look professional.”
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travel pick
Camkory Digital Camera
$49.99
$69.99
29% off
Camkory’s compact digital camera will help keep you from feeling weighed down during your travels since it only weighs 9.13 ounces. Its slim design makes it easy to slip inside your backpack or fanny pack while and when it’s time to take pictures, you can enjoy 44MP quality.Reviewers can’t get enough of its portability with one verified Amazon reviewer saying, “the photo quality was impressive, showcasing the camera’s capabilities in diverse settings.”
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action pick
AKASO Brave 4 Pro Action Camera
$89.99
$139.99
36% off
Make sure to capture all your concert antics with an affordable action digital camera like the AKASO Brave 4 Pro. The outer shell is waterproof for any underwater or rain-filled shots while the electronic image stabilization (EIS) 2.0 uses a six-axis gyroscope that’ll detect positions and motion changes for more focused, straight shots.Reviewers enjoy the quality of photos and videos for the price point with one person saying “I wanted a camera with two screens, that was easy to use and has a good battery life — and this has all that. So far, the battery has lasted on a two-hour ride and I can take the spare if I go longer.”
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Finneas is laying it all on the table. The Grammy-winning musician and producer is set to appear in the upcoming Peacock series, Laid, and in a new preview clip shared exclusively with Billboard on Wednesday (Dec. 18), he sits down with the show’s star, Stephanie Hsu, on the duo’s third date. While enjoying dinner, Hsu […]
Kygo‘s work has long been the musical equivalent of a waterfront resort, and now he in his team have created the real thing.
Palm Tree Club is a hotel and restaurant project by Palm Tree Crew, the sprawling company created by the Norwegian producer and his manager Myles Shear. Set to open in Miami on Dec. 21, the property is in the former Shuckers Waterfront Bar & Grill, a 150-room hotel that’s been entirely remodeled to reflect Kygo and Palm Tree Crew’s laid-back, tropical aesthetic.
Built in the 1970s, the building reflects the Miami Modern (or MiMo) style of architecture common in the city and South Florida at large in the post World War II era. The hotel also embraces Art Deco with rooms styled in the aesthetic and also features a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, a 20-ship marina (so guests can cruise up in their boat for dinner) and other amenities.
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“Hospitality has always been at the heart of the live experiences produced by Palm Tree Crew,” Shear tells Billboard. “We’re thrilled to extend this ethos to a Palm Tree Crew venue, offering a curated year-round experience that combines exceptional hotel, dining and entertainment. Having grown up visiting Shuckers, I’m excited to honor its legacy while creating an elevated experience for both the local community and visitors.”
The resort opening also marks a new expansion the Palm Tree Crew empire, which also includes its ongoing Palm Tree Festival (which takes place in luxe locations like the Hamptons and Aspen), along with an artist management division, a record label and other food and beverage projects.
A resort has long been part of the plan, with Kygo and Shear telling Billboard in 2022 that they’ve taken inspiration from the late great Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville empire of music, resorts, restaurants, events and other lifestyle offerings.
“He created so many areas where [his fans] can come together — it doesn’t even need to be at his shows. It can be at his hotel or a Margaritaville bar,” Kygo said in 2022. “That’s what we’re trying to create: something that’s bigger than the music. A community, a movement.”
Palm Tree Club Miami is a collaboration between Palm Tree Crew, Miami-based management firm Think Hospitality and the Miami and New York City-based real estate development firm Continuum Company.
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If you’re looking for a new pair of sneakers for playing basketball, then Skechers is a fantastic pick for hooping on the hardwood or blacktop — thanks to the sneaker company’s signature “Comfort That Performs“, when it comes to style, comfort, and performance on the court.
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In fact, Skechers are the go-to sneakers for a number of NBA superstar players, such as Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers, Julius Randle of the Minnesota Timberwolves, Terance Mann of the Los Angeles Clippers, and Jabari Walker of the Portland Trail Blazers.
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The sneaker brand also signed their first WNBA superstar player Rickea Jackson of the Los Angeles Sparks this summer.
For basketball, there are four signature styles, the SKX Float, SKX Nexus, SKX Reign, and SKX Resagrip styles, that offer speed, quickness, mobility, balance, support and stability when hooping up and down the court.
Shop the Skechers Basketball sneakers, below:
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Skechers SKX Float
In white/black/orange
The Skechers SKX Float sneakers feature elements for performance and support with locked-down heels for stability and the company’s “HYPER BURST” cushioning for additional bounce. The sneakers are durable — thanks to Goodyear Rubber. Yup, the same Goodyear that makes car tires. These shoes are just that tough.
The SKX Float comes in three colorways and various unisex sizes.
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Skechers SKX Nexus
In black/purple/pink
For fast and super responsive performance on the basketball court, then the Skechers SKX Nexus are a fantastic pick with their low-top and breathable design. These sneakers are made with Goodyear Rubber for additional traction and grip on the hardwood or blacktop.
The SKX Nexus comes in four colorways and a number of unisex sizes.
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Skechers SKX Reign
In white/navy
The Skechers SKX Reign sneakers offer speed with the company’s “HYPER BURST PRO” and “Carbon Infused” design and traction with Goodyear Rubber. The shoes have a mid-top design with stability and support for your feet and ankles when playing basketball, while their “HYPER BURST” midsole gives players cushioning and bounce. They’re also vegan!
The SKX Reign comes in four colorways and sizes for men and women.
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Skechers SKX Resagrip
In black/white/orange
The SKX Resagrip is a lightweight court shoe that provides premier comfort and support with an enhanced collar foam for ankle control. Perfect for players who move at top speed, these court-ready sneakers also feature a TPU plate for midfoot support, as well as Skechers “HYPER BURST PRO” technology for increased cushioning and response.
The SKX Resagrip currently comes in six colorways and sizes for men and women.
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Bluey is coming to a movie theater near you. Don’t tell your kids just yet — you’ll have to wait a couple years to see it.
A CG-animated feature film based on the hit series is slated for a 2027 release from The Walt Disney Company and BBC Studios, according to The Hollywood Reporter. It’ll stream on Disney+, and it will air on ABC iview and ABC Kids in Australia, after the global theatrical run of the movie.
The feature is set to “continue the adventures of Bluey, a loveable, inexhaustible, blue heeler dog, who lives with her Mum, Dad and her little sister, Bingo,” reads a description from a statement announcing the film.
Vocal talent families already know — including Melanie Zanetti and David McCormack (as Bluey’s mum and dad, Chilli and Bandit Heeler) — are on board for the film, as well as the series’ music composer, Joff Bush.
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BBC Studios will finance and license the Bluey movie for distribution, while Disney will release it in theaters worldwide. Bluey creator Joe Brumm is writing and directing, and Ludo Studio is producing in collaboration with BBC Studios.
Series creator Brumm said, “I really enjoyed the experience of working with a longer format on ‘The Sign’ in Series 3, so going even further with a feature film feels like a natural extension of that. I’ve always thought Bluey deserved a theatrical movie. I want this to be an experiential event for the whole family to enjoy together.”
Last month the Bluey franchise’s latest soundtrack, Bluey: Rug Island, debuted at No. 1 on Billboard‘s Kid Albums chart. Available on vinyl (in a sunset orange edition, or as a picture disc), on CD and as a digital download, almost 60% of the Oct. 25 releases’s 3,000 first-week sales came from vinyl purchases.
Bluey: Rug Island is the third soundtrack album from the series, following Bluey: The Album (2021) and Dance Mode! (2023). At press time, Bluey: Rug Island ranks at No. 7 on the Kid Albums chart — the chart is currently led by the Vince Guaraldi Trio’s classic A Charlie Brown Christmas soundtrack as the holiday nears.
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The Billboard Family Hits of the Week compiles what’s new and worth your family’s time in music, movies, TV, books, games and more. Forget the mind-numbing scrolling and searching “what to watch for family movie night” … again. The best in family entertainment each week is all in one place, in this handy guide. Isn’t it satisfying to cross something off your list?
Leading up to winter break, you might be looking for ideas on how to entertain your kids while they’re out of school. If shiny new gifts and holiday cheer start losing their shine as the days go on, let Billboard Family step in with suggestions for what to check out together in mid-late December.
Need to get out of the house together? On Friday, Dec. 20, Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King opens in movie theaters, featuring a superstar mother-daughter duo on the cast list. Among the voices lending their talent to the film is 12-year-old Blue Ivy Carter as Kiara, Simba and Nala’s daughther. Blue Ivy is the real-life daughter of parents Jay-Z and Beyoncé, who reprises her role as Nala in the franchise’s latest theatrical release.
Would you rather stay in? Gather up some holiday treats (maybe you’d like to try baking Taylor Swift‘s chai sugar cookies with cinnamon eggnog icing) and cozy up at the couch for the Inside Out spin-off Dream Productions, a miniseries now streaming on Disney+. At just four 20-minute episodes, it’s about the length of a typical family movie.
We’re always looking for contenders to add to our holiday season playlist, and Lady Gaga‘s new rock cover of “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town” puts a fun twist on a classic.
Always here with a rec for the Swiftie in your home, I’ll say that if you haven’t watched them yet, this series of behind-the-scenes clips (just uploaded to YouTube on Swift’s birthday) are worth tuning in to with fans of any age. They give a glimpse at the work the singer puts in off the stage and behind the camera, in the less glamorous but just as creative role of director.
Find out more about this week’s top picks in the Billboard Family Hits of the Week:
Stream Pixar’s ‘Dream Productions’ on Disney+