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28 Aug 2024

Billboard K POWER 100: SB19, FIFTY FIFTY & More at the Party

Billboard celebrated the launch of Billboard Korea with style Tuesday (Aug. 27), honoring numerous K-pop trailblazers and bringing together countless other business executives, entertainment leaders and global artists under one roof at the Billboard K POWER 100 event in Seoul.

Set at THE SHILLA Seoul Yeong Bin Gwan, the event recognized innovators in the Asian music industry. More than 30 acts were in the house to celebrate, including The Boyz, Jay Park, EXO-CBX, CHUNG HA, FIFTY FIFTY, BamBam, STAYC, Be’O, Kang Daniel, The Rose, Wave to Earth, ONE OR EIGHT and Louiza Sonja, while a handful of key people received honors for their contributions to the expansion of Asian music. Jeong Tae-young, for instance, won the Culture Impact Award for shaping music trends through his marketing work as the vice chairman of Hyundai Card, and CMO Todd Pendleton accepted the Exceptional Experience Award on behalf of Dolby Atmos for the company’s innovations in sound technology.

Plus, Lee Young-hee, head of global marketing at Samsung Electronics, took home the Innovative Brand Award, CEO Joseph Chang of Kakao Entertainment received the Power Players Award and Filipino groups SB19 and BINI won the Voices of Asia Award. Billboard also took time to honor the many K-pop stars who have achieved historic milestones on the Billboard Hot 100, presenting custom art panel music frames to acts such as Wonder Girls, PSY, 2NE1, BTS, BLACKPINK and more.

“We’re thrilled to officially launch Billboard Korea,” said Billboard CEO Mike Van in a statement. “Our mission is to champion the growth of K-culture and foster global recognition of its incredible talent.”

Acquired by PMC Group in 2020, Billboard Korea is the Korean branch of Billboard Media. On Aug. 27, the brand released a special edition of the 2024 Billboard K-Pop Artist Biographical Dictionary ahead of its inaugural issue in October.

“Our goal is to expand K-pop and K-culture worldwide and leverage our role as cultural ambassadors to make a positive impact,” publisher Kim Yuna, who will lead Billboard Korea, said of the venture.

“We’re eagerly anticipating the K-content we’ll create together with Billboard Korea,” added Billboard‘s Editorial Director Hannah Karp.

Below, see photos of some of the best moments, A-list guests, prestigious awards and more at the 2024 Billboard K POWER 100 event.

28 Aug 2024

Fuerza Regida’s JOP on Inspiration for ‘Secreto Victoria’ | How It Went Down | Billboard

JOP from Fuerza Regida shares how he and the band created the catchy, Jersey club vibe for “Secreto Victoria.” Let us know what you think of their new song in the comments! 

JOP:
Hey, what’s up? This is JOP and this is how it went down with my song “Secreto Victoria.” We were in Ciudad de México, and I remember we were in the studio working on the song “Bella” on the production. And we got a little irritated. We left two producers down there, and we went up to the top floor, and we just started writing that song. I remember Diego just started spitting a flow, and then we just finished the song. It was, like, 30 minutes.

The inspiration behind the lyrics of that song, I remember we were in Ciudad de Mexico with Diego, Angel Ureta, George — those are some of my writers on my label — and the inspiration for that song was the same inspiration for the album, Pero No Te Enamores, you feel me? The track was produced by Rabba, Charly, Twenty9, myself and Streamline Records, all the team. It’s my squad. I only work with my team most of the time. Here and there, I work outside the house, but most of the time it’s only my writers, my producers.

When we made this song, “Secreto Victoria,” the melody and everything, the lyrics were really catchy. I remember, I was like, “I want the song in the album.” I send it to get produced. They sent it back to me and they have Jersey club on it because they knew I wanted Jersey club on a lot of these songs.

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27 Aug 2024

Why We’re (Definitely Maybe) Excited About Oasis’ Unexpected Reunion Tour

You and I are going to live forever — or at least long enough to see Oasis reunite. On Tuesday (Aug. 27), 15 years since they last performed together, estranged brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher brokered a truce and announced 14 concerts in the U.K. and Ireland for next summer.

On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are talking about the unexpected reunion tour announcement and why Katie’s already planning her 2025 summer trip.

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Also on the show, we’re talking about Sabrina Carpenter’s new Short n’ Sweet album and her darkly hilarious music video for “Taste.” Plus, we’ve got chart news on how Post Malone’s first country album, F-1 Trillion, drives in at No. 1 on both the all-genre Billboard 200 and the Top Country Albums chart. Meanwhile, many of its songs cause a traffic jam on the Billboard Hot 100, including notable debuts from two country veterans: Dolly Parton, and Hank Williams, Jr. Plus, Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga’s “Die With a Smile” makes a big debut on the Hot 100.

The Billboard Pop Shop Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things pop on Billboard‘s weekly charts. You can always count on a lively discussion about the latest pop news, fun chart stats and stories, new music, and guest interviews with music stars and folks from the world of pop. Casual pop fans and chart junkies can hear Billboard‘s executive digital director, West Coast, Katie Atkinson and Billboard’s managing director, charts and data operations, Keith Caulfield every week on the podcast, which can be streamed on Billboard.com or downloaded in Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast provider. (Click here to listen to the previous edition of the show on Billboard.com.)

27 Aug 2024

Lil Baby Arrested in Las Vegas for Carrying a Concealed Weapon | Billboard News

Lil Baby has been arrested for carrying a concealed weapon in Las Vegas. Keep watching for the details.

Tetris Kelly: 

Lil Baby was arrested on Monday in Las Vegas and charged with carrying a concealed weapon, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police told Billboard. We’re letting you know what’s going on. Law enforcement sources told TMZ that Lil Baby was seen at a Las Vegas club called Encore. There is reportedly a video in which he is seen being passed a gun. When officers arrived and investigated, he was arrested for carrying a concealed firearm. Lil Baby’s attorneys have stated to Billboard, “To be clear, Dominique Jones has a valid Georgia Carrying a Concealed Weapon (CCW) Permit. On his behalf we are actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding his arrest in Las Vegas.” Nevada does not recognize “Carry Concealed Weapon” permits issued in Georgia. Billboard has reached out to Lil Baby’s rep for comment. Please check for updates on billboard.com.

27 Aug 2024

Twista, Vic Mensa & More Debate Best Get Up Anthems of Chicago | Billboard x Tres Generaciones Tequila

Billboard and Tres Generaciones Tequila are partnering to find out the Get Up Anthems of select cities, and for this stop, we’re in Chicago. In conversation with Rocsi Diaz, Chicago natives Twista, Vic Mensa, and Dreezy sat with Billboard’s Kyle Denis to curate their top 10 Get Up Anthems for Chicago. The list includes songs that inspired and energized their city, by Chicago artists, presented by Tres Generaciones Tequila. 

Be sure to follow the multi-city conversations at Billboard.com.

Dreezy:
Wait, so we’re going to put it as No. 1 for real?

Twista:
For now.

Rocsi Diaz:
For now. First of all, let me tell you something: This is one city I ain’t going to mess with nobody in Chicago. I want to be able to come back and get my Harold’s Chicken.

Hey there, I’m Rocsi Diaz alongside Billboard and Tres Generaciones Tequila. We’re embarking on a journey to celebrate the profound impact of music both personally and within the community. Our mission? To uncover the ultimate Get Up Anthems for cities across the nation.

Today, we’re in the iconic city of Chicago, where the winds blow strong and the blues rhythms thrive. Thank you, Tiana. Contributing to this discussion, I’m joined by Chicago’s very own legend Twista, known for his rapid-fire delivery that earned him a world record for speed. Also, Vic Mensa, known for his thought-provoking lyrics and diverse mix style. The dub princess of Chicago rap Dreezy, celebrated for her versatile flow and work life. And lastly, Billboard’s very own hip-hop writer Kyle Denis.

Just a few days ago, we began the selection process for Chicago’s Get Up Anthems. Now it was challenging, but with Billboard’s exclusive chart data, we narrowed it down to 15 tracks, now in this bowl. These selections are up for discussion as we finalize the top 10 list and crown Chicago’s No. 1 Get Up Anthem.

All right, guys. Before we jump into the conversation, let’s go ahead and raise our glasses to the city we love so much, the WIndy City. Chi Town with this Chicago Fire drink from Tres Generaciones Tequila. Cheers!  

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27 Aug 2024

Lizzo Defends Chappell Roan & Explains Her Gap Year In Music | Billboard News

Lizzo defends Chappell Roan after the pop star shared her thoughts on her rapid rise to fame. The “Truth Hurts” artist also shares why she hasn’t been making music recently. Keep watching for the details!  

Lizzo:
We all need a refresh on empathy. It’s very mindful. Very demure.

Tetris Kelly:
Lizzo’s giving fans an update and Chappell Roan support. 

Lizzo:
I’m gonna ride for Chappell because I see myself in her.

Tetris Kelly:
Lizzo hopped on TikTok to share a story about an aggressive fan after Chappell Roan got real about her feelings on fan interactions. 

Lizzo:
She has the right to speak up for herself. She has the right to feel what she’s feeling. Also, not what you signed up for.

Tetris Kelly:
As for Lizzo’s fans, many have been asking where she’s been since her last album released a little over two years ago. 

Lizzo:
Let’s jump rope in Bali.

Tetris Kelly: 
Well, she’s been working on her fitness and enjoying what she calls her “gap year” while protecting her peace and living it up while in Bali.

Lizzo:
Have a beautiful day!

27 Aug 2024

Omah Lay’s ‘Moving’ Story Behind His New Single, Working With Tyla & Justin Bieber & More | Billboard News

Omah Lay is making waves and an impact in the Afrobeats genre. The singer shares his “Moving” story behind his latest single, working with Tyla and Justin Bieber and how his move to London from Lagos further contributed to the vision. He also talks about his new album, ‘Clarity of Mind,’ what he hopes his fans can take away from the album and more!

Tetris Kelly:

Hey, it’s Tetris with Billboard News, and I’m hanging out with Omah Lay. How’s it going my man? 

Omah Lay:

I’m good. It’s going well, how are you doing?

I’m good. Man, I gotta tell you, congrats on the new single, “Moving.” Tell me about this song and what was the inspiration behind it.

“Moving” is the second single off of my next project. It was all inspired by by moving to a new place. I actually have not been spending a lot of time in Lagos recently. I’ve been spending a lot of time in London, especially making the album. It’s just a new environment being able to move from one place to another, to be your police then.

And tell me about the music video for the song. How involved are you in the visuals and what kind of story did you want to tell? 

I mean, recently, I’ve been emphasizing on telling the story of my music through the music videos. For “Moving” I am telling the story of how illegal immigrants travel to Europe through the desert, through Sahara, because the thing about Nigerians from Edo traveling, trying to get to Europe illegally, and going through the desert, and a lot of them don’t make it through and stuff. So yeah, that was just the story. That was what inspired the video for “Moving.”

Oh, man, that’s incredible now. I like that, you’re able to take kind of your life experience and apply it with something else that’s from your region, that kind of, give you that story.

I mean, I think it is, if it is something, it is the story of the whole world, like me, also having a Nigerian passport is very difficult. Traveling where it’s like, I’m just looking for peace. I’m looking for a place to call, of course, I have my home, but like, you know, I’m just looking for that place to like, feel accepted and stuff, because home is really bad where we can’t stay at home and like, enjoy the common things that is being provided by even God, by nature, which is like, what being able to live freely. It’s difficult in Lagos, so I feel like I’m telling the story of the whole world, where everybody’s looking for some place to find peace of mind, some place to just call home and feel relaxed.

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27 Aug 2024

SPIN Magazine Returning to Print With Editor-in-Chief Bob Guccione Jr.

After more than a decade out of circulation, SPIN is returning to print as a quarterly magazine, the media brand announced Tuesday (Aug. 27) — the same day its first new issue featuring cover star Lainey Wilson hits newsstands.

The revived magazine will again be run by SPIN founder and editor-in-chief Bob Guccione Jr., who will oversee a full editorial staff.

“This is more than just a return to our roots; it’s a bold leap into the future,” said SPIN CEO Jimmy Hutcheson in a statement. “We’re bringing back the raw, unfiltered spirit of SPIN that resonated with so many readers, and we’re doing it with a modern twist that reflects the evolving landscape of music and culture. It’s exciting to see others like The Onion, Nylon and even LIFE going back into print. In today’s noisy digital ecosystem, print plays a fun and new role for all readers of all ages.”

In addition to the cover story with Wilson, the inaugural issue of the revived SPIN features an interview with Suki Waterhouse; an article by Jane’s Addiction bassist Eric Avery, in which he recounts “the band’s rise and fall — and rise again” along with his struggled with addiction; an interview with Bill Maher; and a story by Matt Thompson “on spending time with America’s Number One fugitive, Ammon Bundy,” according to a press release.

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In addition to at-home delivery for subscribers, SPIN will be available at stores including Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, Indigo/Chapters (Canada), Hudson News, independent stores in New York City and independent record stores across the U.S.

Guccione founded SPIN in 1985 and established the magazine as a preeminent music publication before selling it to Miller Publishing in 1997 for $43.5 million. In late 2012, SPIN ceased publication of its print magazine after being acquired by Buzzmedia, which later became SpinMedia. In 2016, SpinMedia’s music brands (SPIN, VIBE and Stereogum) were acquired by the Hollywood Reporter-Billboard Media Group, which sold SPIN and Stereogum to private equity firm Next Management Partners in 2020. Guccione rejoined the SPIN brand as a creative advisor shortly thereafter.

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26 Aug 2024

Mariah Carey’s Mom & Sister Tragically Pass Away on the Same Day | Billboard News

Mariah Carey announces that both her mom and sister have tragically passed away on the same day over the weekend. Keep watching for the details.

Tetris Kelly:

Mariah Carey has suffered a major loss as both her mother and sister have died on the same day. We have the report. In an unimaginable tragedy Billboard has confirmed, Mariah’s mother, Patricia, and sister, Alison, have both died, passing away within hours of one another. In a statement shared with Billboard, Carey wrote, “My heart is broken that I’ve lost my mother this past weekend. Sadly, in a tragic turn of events, my sister has lost her life on the same day. I feel blessed that I was able to spend the last week with my mom before she passed.”

Her mother, also a singer, joined her on her Christmas album in 2010. She spoke about her relationship with her family in her 2020 memoir, ‘The Meaning Of Mariah Carey.’ Details of Patricia and Alison’s causes of death have not been confirmed, our thoughts are with Mariah and her family.

26 Aug 2024

BTS’ Suga Apologizes Again After Receiving DUI From Riding a Scooter Intoxicated | Billboard News

Suga released a second apology after he received a DUI from riding his scooter intoxicated throughout the streets of Seoul. Keep watching to see what his second apology says.

Tetris Kelly:

BTS’ Suga apologizes again for being intoxicated while riding his scooter, this time with a handwritten note. SUGA, aka Agust D, already spoke out a couple weeks ago. After being cited by police in Seoul and having his license suspended after falling off an electric scooter. Now he posted a note to Weverse saying: “I would like to apologize again to you with shame. I deeply apologize for the disappointment and hurt of my misbehavior to my fans and everyone who loves me. I’ve made a big mistake, forgetting the responsibility to repay you with actions worthy of the love I’ve received.”

In reference to his original post a day after the incident, he stated: “I should have thought more deeply and been careful, but I couldn’t.” Some fans have expressed concern online though most have been respectful. He added: “Due to this incident, I have greatly damaged the precious memories I made with the members and fans and put a lot of pressure on the name of the BTS. Once again, I sincerely apologize to the fans who were hurt by me. I sincerely apologize for causing a social stir and disappointing many people.”

We could never be disappointed in you, Suga. Wishing you the best as you complete military service.