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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 […]
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Lil Baby is setting the record straight after Atlanta police linked him to the tragic deaths of two teenagers at his music video shoot.
In a statement, he expressed gratitude for public concern and urged against believing “fake news,” asserting, “I’m overly good.”
Atlanta PD says the violence popped off because Lil Baby chose to film his video in a neighborhood already heated with tension. Cops believe that decision sparked the tragic deaths of 13-year-old Lamont Freeman and another victim. They’re saying Lamont barely had 27 minutes to live as a kid before gang violence snatched his life away.
Atlanta Police Homicide Commander Maj. Ralph Woolfolk criticized Lil Baby’s decision to film in a known gang area, labeling it a “cowardly act” and suggesting it contributed to the subsequent violence. In response, Lil Baby’s attorneys, Drew Findling and Marissa Goldberg, issued a statement dismissing the allegations as “complete and total nonsense.”
They emphasized that the location for the music video shoot was chosen by a professional team, not by Lil Baby personally. As the investigation continues, Lil Baby maintains his innocence, asserting that he is “overly good” and urging the public to be cautious of misinformation.
Lil Baby recently dropped his highly anticipated album WHAM, and it’s already making waves in the rap scene. One of the biggest moments on the album is the feature from Young Thug, marking his first verse since being released from prison. Fans were hyped to hear Thug’s voice again, and his verse adds a special touch to the project. With star-studded features and powerful moments like Thug’s return, WHAM is solidifying Lil Baby’s status as, and still is, one of rap’s biggest forces.
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With the best and brightest in music, including Charli XCX, Dua Lipa, Beabadoobee and others, flocking to London, the Brit Awards will surely be a star-studded ceremony in 2025.
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And if you want to watch online, the 2025 Brit Awards livestreams from the O2 Arena in London, England on Saturday (Mar. 1) on the United Kingdom’s ITV1 and ITVX.
British comedian Jack Whitehall hosts this year’s ceremony. Keep reading for nominees and presenters, plus ways to watch and stream from anywhere.
How to Watch the 2025 Brit Awards: Ways to Stream
The Brit Awards will broadcast live on ITV1 at 3:15 p.m. ET/12:15 p.m. PT in the United States. The show livestreams on ITVX.
No cable? No worries! American viewers can stream the English broadcast of the Brit Awards with a VPN (virtual private network), which lets you access a number of streaming platforms, like ITV1 and ITVX, legally on a smartphone, tablet, laptop or smart TV — even if you’re outside of the country.
Although ITV1 and ITVX are free to watch online in England, viewers in the U.S. can’t access it without a VPN. And one of the best ways to stream is with ExpressVPN, NordVPN or PureVPN.
With prices starting at $4.99 per month, ExpressVPN encrypts all your data in a virtual “tunnel,” so can switch your online location to another country, like the United Kingdom. Once your internet service provider reroutes your activity, you can livestream the 2025 Brit Awards on ITV1 and ITVX online. Learn more about ExpressVPN here.
Additionally, it’s also available on YouTube, TikTok, Twitter and Facebook.
During the awards ceremony, hit recording artists Sabrina Carpenter, JADE, Myles Smith, Ezra Collective and Jorja Smith, Teddy Swims and The Last Dinner Party are set to perform.
Watch the Brit Awards 2025 on Saturday, Mar. 1 at 3:15 p.m. ET/12:15 p.m. PT. The best ways to watch ITV1 and ITVX are with ExpressVPN. Check out a complete list of nominees here.
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According to XXL, Texas rapper BigXthaPlug, real name Xavier Landum, got locked up in Arlington after a late-night traffic stop.
Cops pulled him over just after midnight because his tags were expired, and when they walked up to the car, they caught a whiff of weed. A quick search of the vehicle turned up not only marijuana but also a firearm tucked away in the door. BigX was hit with a charge for having less than two ounces of weed. The rapper wasn’t alone though—his passenger, Cleodist Landum (who seems to be a relative), was arrested too.
Cleodist had an active warrant out in Bexar County, Texas, and he was charged with weed possession and unlawful carrying of a weapon. BigXthaPlug, known for his 2024 album ‘Take Care’, which made noise on the Billboard charts, is no stranger to the spotlight. He’s had several Hot 100 hits and was scheduled to tour with Lil Baby this summer. But this arrest puts a bit of a wrench in his plans.
While Texas keeps it strict when it comes to weed, the rapper’s situation reminds everyone that even in the game, you’ve got to play by the rules—no matter who you are. This incident’s got the streets talking, and it’s just another example of how quick things can go left.
More news to come as the story develops.
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There’s a big fight in Brooklyn! For Premier Boxing Champions, Gervonta “Tank” Davis (30-0-0) defends his WBA Lightweight World Title against WBA Super Featherweight World Champion Lamont “The Reaper” Roach (25-1-1) in a heavily-anticipated match on Saturday (Mar. 1).
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Read on for details on how to livestream the fight online.
Tank vs. Roach: Schedule, Undercard & Where to Stream
The Tank vs. Roach takes place at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Boxing fans can livestream the event for $79.95 on Prime Video and PPV.com.
The main card event is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. Tank and Roach’s ring walks are scheduled around 11 p.m. ET/8 p.m. PT.
The undercard includes five of the following bouts:
Jose Valenzuela (champion) vs. Gary Antuanne Russell (Super Lightweight World) — co-main event, title fight
Alberto Puello (champion) vs. Sandor Martin (Super Lightweight) — title fight
Yoenis Tellez vs. Julian Williams (Super Welterweight) — title fight
Jarrett Hurd vs. Johan Gonzalez (Middleweight)
Geo Lopez vs. Alex Dilmaghani (Super Featherweight)
How to Watch Boxing on Prime Video
Premier Boxing Champions is streamable as a pay-per-view event for $79.95 on Prime Video. You don’t have to be an Amazon Prime members to purchase the livestream, but you have to sign up for an Amazon account to watch the boxing event online.
However, if you’re not an Amazon Prime member, you can sign up for a 30-day free trial to take advantage of all that the subscription service has to offer, including access to Prime Video, Prime Gaming and Amazon Photos; fast free shipping in less than two days with Prime Delivery; in-store discounts at Whole Foods Market; access to exclusive shopping events — such as Prime Day and Black Friday — and much more. Learn more about Amazon Prime and its benefits here.
How to Watch Boxing on PPV
PPV is home to boxing matches, like PBC: Tank vs. Roach, concerts and other live events. No subscription is needed to watch the fight on PPV.com. It’s $79.95 to stream live on PPV starting at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.
Although PBC has yet to announce each boxer’s walkout music for the main event, they usually go out to the ring to the same songs during their matches. Tank typically walks out to “That’s Facts”” by Lil Baby & Lil Durk, so this song will likely make an appearance during the boxing event. Meanwhile, Lamont Roach’s ring walk music is usually “W.A.R (We Are Ready)” by Killa Cal.
How to Buy Last-Minute Tickets to PBC: Tank vs. Roach
Want to attend the Tank vs. Roach fight? There are still last-minute tickets available via Vivid Seats (get $20 off purchases of $200 and over with code BB30), SeatGeek (your first purchases can get $10 off ticket order $250 and with code BILLBOARD10), StubHub. Prices vary depending on seat availability.
Moreover, you can save $150 off when you spend $500 with promo code BILLBOARD150, or $300 off when you spend $1,000 with promo code BILLBOARD300 at TicketNetwork.com.
Premier Boxing Champions: Tank vs. Roach goes for $79.95 to stream live on Prime Video and PPV.com. The fight is available to stream in English and Spanish.
If you’re streaming from outside of the U.S., ExpressVPN gives you access to boxing matches and more.
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Tamera “TEE” Kissen has made her mark everywhere, from TV screens to social media, becoming a powerhouse entertainer.
Known for her roles as a TV personality, actress, influencer, and artist, she’s now taking things to the next level with her new single, “Bad.” This anthem is all about embracing womanhood in all its strength, beauty, and complexity, and flipping the script on what it really means to be a “Bad B*tch.” TEE is showing women everywhere how to own their girl boss energy with confidence, reminding them that being “bad” goes beyond looks, money, or partying.
As TEE puts it, “Being a Bad Btch isn’t just about money, partying or looks – it’s about owning your emotions, your strength, and your true self. Bad Btches have feelings.” With “Bad,” she proves that being a boss isn’t just about outer power—it’s about emotional intelligence and owning your story. This track is a huge step in TEE’s music career, blending R&B and pop while showcasing her range and versatility. With her undeniable charisma and ability to fuse different genres, she’s letting the world know she’s a force to be reckoned with.
Music has always been part of TEE’s journey, from her love for musicals to live performances. That passion shines through as she steps into the spotlight as an artist. “Bad” is just the beginning of her musical evolution, showing that being a Bad B*tch is about independence, emotional strength, and owning your unique power.
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UFC is heading back home to Sin City. Two premiere flyweight fighters are set to go head-to-head in the octagon as the main event for UFC Fight Night. Manel Kape (20-7-0) faces off against Asu Almabayev (21-2-0) on Saturday, Mar. 1.
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UFC Fight Night: Kape vs. Almabayev takes place at UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, with a start time of 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT. The main card is expected to begin at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT.
If you want to watch UFC Fight Night: Kape vs. Almabayev online, the MMA event livestreams on ESPN+ for subscribers only.
Not a subscriber? A monthly subscription to ESPN+ goes for $11.99 per month. However, you can go with an ESPN+ annual subscription for $119.99. This saves you 15% compared to the month-to-month subscription price.
Check out the complete UFC Fight Night: Kape vs. Almabayev fight card below:
Main Card, 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT — ESPN+
Manel Kape vs. Asu Almabayev (Flyweight) — Main Event
Cody Brundage vs. Julian Marquez (Middleweight)
Nasrat Haqparast vs. Esteban Ribovics (Lightweight)
Hyder Amil vs. William Gomis (Featherweight)
Danny Barlow vs. Sam Patterson (Welterweight)
Prelims Card, 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT — ESPN+
Austen Lane vs. Mário Pinto (Heavyweight)
Ricardo Ramos vs. Chepe Mariscal (Featherweight)
Douglas Silva de Andrade vs. John Castañeda (Bantamweight)
Danny Silva vs. Lucas Almeida (Featherweight)
Andrea Lee vs. JJ Aldrich (Women’s Flyweight)
Charles Johnson vs. Ramazan Temirov (Flyweight)
Montana De La Rosa vs. Luana Carolina (Women’s Flyweight)
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What Is Kape vs. Almabayev’s Walkout Music for UFC Fight Night?
While UFC has yet to announce each fighter’s walkout music for the main event of UFC Fight Night, the fighters usually go out to the octagon to the same songs during their matches. Manel Kape typically walks out to “Minha Terra” by Portuguese duo Supa Squad with Mariza & Apollo G, while Asu Almabayev prefers to walk out to “Jumry Kylysh” by Ulytau, a folk metal trio from Kazakhstan. So these songs will likely make an appearance during the MMA event.
UFC Fight Night: Kape vs. Almabayev is streaming on ESPN+ on Saturday, Mar. 1, starting at 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT. The main card begins around at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT on ESPN+.
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As Barbie celebrates its 1-year anniversary of winning three Grammys and 11 nominations for Barbie the Album, the brand is continuing its celebration in the world of music by unveiling the 2025 Career of the Year: Women in Music collection, with special honors for multi-Grammy award winning artist, Alicia Keys.
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The “Girl On Fire” singer is being celebrated with her very own “She Is the Music” Barbie doll. Alongside the announcement, the doll brand is also dropping a duo set inspired by women within the music industry, specifically a female music star and a tour manager Barbie.
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According to Mattel, “The 2025 Barbie Women in Music: Career of the Year set features two distinct industry roles – Musical Artist and Tour Manager – designed to inspire the next generation to explore careers in music, both on stage and behind the scenes.” While most girls are more than aware of their favorite music artists, Barbie wants to highlight the role of tour manager, a career in the music industry where women are often underrepresented.
For the musical artist doll, Barbie recognizes that “only 22% of artists across music charts are female, the Barbie Musical Artist doll celebrates the women leaving their hearts on the stage by performing and singing their own music across genres.” In the same vein, the tour manager doll honors the 31% of tour managers worldwide who are women and encourages girls to explore the limitless careers in music, on and off the stage.
Bringing the dolls to life are Keys and her recording and mix engineer, Ann Mincieli. For those unfamiliar, Mincieli is a four-time Grammy award-winning engineer and producer, most known for engineering Alicia’s second studio album, The Diary of Alicia Keys, as well as, Keys’ Girl On Fire. Their one-of-a-kind dolls feature a matching “She is the Music” t-shirt, with Alicia repping a sharp, dark denim suit in black heels and Ann sporting a blue jacket with ripped jeans and high-top sneakers.
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The Alicia and Ann one-of-a-kind dolls will be auctioned off via Bidding for Good, with proceeds benefitting, She Is The Music. The auction opens on February 27th and closes on March 2nd.
Recently, the brand dropped an Aaliyah Barbie doll as part of Mattel‘s growing Music Collector series, which has been flying off the shelf. So, act fast to grab the new “Women in Music” set featuring a music star and tour manager Barbie doll, available now on Amazon.
Barbie ‘Music Star & Tour Manager’ Doll Set
Other celebrities featured in the Barbie Music Collector Series including David Bowie, Gloria Estefan, Elvis Presley, Elton John, and Stevie Nicks. Shop below.
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