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05 May 2025

Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 Countdown for May 10, 2025 | Billboard News

Doechii hits a new peak in the top 10 with “Anxiety,” Alex Warren continues his rise on the Hot 100 with “Ordinary” and Kendrick and SZA continue their run on the Hot 100 with “Luther.”

Tetris Kelly:
This is the Billboard Hot 100 top 10 for the week dated May 10. Doechii’s “Anxiety” returns to the top 10. “Beautiful Things” hops to nine, while Morgan Wallen falls to eight. “Lose Control” is up again to seven. “Pink Pony Club” is locked at No. 6, as is “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” at five, and “Nokia” at No. 4. “Die With a Smile” is down to three. We see “Ordinary” hit a new No. 2 peak. And with 11 weeks at No. 1 are Kendrick Lamar and SZA with “Luther.”

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05 May 2025

Alanis Morissette, Sublime, Lenny Kravitz & More Hit the Sand for BeachLife Festival 2025: See the Best Photos

The vibes were both mellow and musical at the 2025 BeachLife Festival, which took over the sand for three days in Redondo Beach, California, this past weekend, from Friday through Sunday.

Lenny Kravitz headlined on Friday, bringing the first night to a close with massive hits including “Are You Gonna Go My Way?” and “Fly Away.” Saturday night’s lineup was led by Sublime, fronted by late singer Bradley Nowell’s son Jakob Nowell, who deftly took the reins of his dad’s SoCal band for “What I Got,” “Santeria” and more hits tailor-made for the oceanside fest. And the weekend came to a close with Sunday night headliner Alanis Morissette, whose set was jam-packed with her biggest hits, including Jagged Little Pill standouts like “You Oughta Know,” “Hand in My Pocket” and “Ironic.”

Other Friday highlights included Train starting their set with “Calling All Angels” and wrapping in epic fashion with the top five Billboard Hot 100 smash “Drops of Jupiter,” plus O.A.R. Aloe Blacc, The Struts and Digable Planets.

Saturday included Pretenders, with Chrissie Hynde wailing on “Back on the Chain Gang,” “Don’t Get Me Wrong” and more rock classics, as well as Cake closing their set with the one-two-three punch of “Never There,” “Short Skirt/Long Jacket” and “The Distance,” with frontman John McCrae’s between-song commentary keeping the crowd on their toes. Also on day 2: Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles, Skip Marley, Sugar Ray, Alo and the Sublime spin-off Long Beach Dub Allstars.

Finally, Sunday included a set from The Beach Boys, with longtime friend and collaborator John Stamos joining the Mike Love-led group just down the road from their Hawthorne, California, beginnings, as well as Jackson Browne, Mt. Joy, Marcus King and Big Head Todd and the Monsters.

To get a glimpse at the three-day festival, find some of the best photos from the weekend below.

02 May 2025

FIFTY FIFTY Explain ‘Day & Night’ EP, Break Down ‘POOKIE,’ ‘ADONIS’ & More | Music You Should Know | Billboard News

FIFTY FIFTY released their newest EP, ‘Day & Night,’ and the group shares the inspiration behind the concept album, how they created the music video for “POOKIE” and more!

What do you think of FIFTY FIFTY’s ‘Day & Night?’ Let us know in the comments!

FIFTY FIFTY:

For ‘Day & Night,’ our album ‘Day & Night’ is something… It’s definitely something new that we wanted to show everybody. It has a bunch of different genres incorporated in it. There’s three songs, it’s a total of six songs, but three of those songs kind of go with the day concept and three of those songs go with the night concept, so it’s an album you can listen to all day round that goes with any time of day. There’s a song for any moment. When we recorded “POOKIE,” we really focused on bringing out the cute lyrics and the bouncy rhythm. I personally really liked the rap parts, and during recording, those parts really stood out to me. Well, since we’re one team, there’s a part in the song where we all go ‘da-da-da-da’ together. We really captured our chemistry in that moment, and expressions looked genuinely happy- so it became the most memorable music video shoot for me. The hardest part- well, not really hard, but since we had to bring “POOKIE” to life, we needed to make cute while we were monitoring each other and giving feedback like “this part looks good,” or”that one works better,” I think our team really stood out in that process. Honestly, instead of any real difficulties, what I remember more is the effort we put into everything. For me, if you listen to the song it’s very rhythmical, very exciting and just like a happy, vibey song. 

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02 May 2025

Pharrell Williams’ Style Evolution: From 2002 to Now

Pharrell Williams has always had impeccable style. From his early days as a producer and performer with the Neptunes and N.E.R.D working on songs for Wreckx-n-Effects, the Clipse, Jay-Z and Nelly, Skateboard P always put a premium on looking good while sounding excellent.

When the world first met Williams — who is a co-chair for the 2025 Met Gala — he was rocking distressed, baggy jeans, track jackets and trucker hats before launching his own bespoke fashion label, Billionaire Boys Club in 2003, followed by spin-offs Ice Cream, Bee Line and Billionaire Girls Club. All along, the multi-hyphenate has relished being a bridge between what the kids are wearing in skate parks and clubs and what’s pushing the envelope on the runways in Milan.

As his client list expanded to include production, songwriting and collaborations with Ed Sheeran, Migos, Beck, SZA, J Balvin and Rauw Alejandro, Williams also branched out on the fashion side, co-designing a line of glasses and jewelry for Louis Vuitton in 2008, followed in 2013 with a sunglass line for Moncler.

Constantly juggling his own music, a heavy production schedule and voicing himself in the 2024 LEGO autobiographical film Piece by Piece, Williams also teamed with G-Star Raw in 2014 on the “RAW For the Oceans” denim collection made from recycled ocean plastic. He followed with a 2014 collab with Uniqlo called “i am OTHER,” then paired with Adidas on a 2016 “Human Race” edition of shoes, and in 2017 designed an $1,100 sneaker for Chanel/Adidas.

His crowning fashion achievement, though, was in February 2023, when Louis Vuitton announced that Williams had been appointed to serve as their men’s creative director, with his first collection for the famed fashion house hitting runways during Paris Men’s Fashion Week in June 2023.

Check out Billboard‘s chronicle of Williams’ fashion evolution.

02 May 2025

A$AP Rocky’s Style Evolution: From 2011 to Now

While A$AP Rocky‘s career in hip-hop came from his meteoric underground rise as part of Harlem’s A$AP Mob collective, the New York rapper quickly established himself as a budding fashionista as well. Even on his debut album, Long.Live.A$AP, he called himself a “Fashion Killa.”

For nearly a decade, he’s made the most out of that moniker, meshing colorful wardrobes together in unexpected ways.  In 2016, he walked the Grammy red carpet in a cozy knit sweater and patchwork jeans while carrying a Goyard bag. In 2018, he rocked a white lace button-up alongside some shimmering silver leather pants. The odd combination of clothes made him an unconventional fashion icon.

As time has gone on, Rocky’s style has gone from being more sophisticated to far more dad-focused. This is in part due to him becoming a father after welcoming sons RZA and Riot Rose with partner Rihanna.

“If I could define my dad style, I would say it’s way more focused,” Rocky said in an interview in December 2024. “Prior to that, it was really just like absurd outfits, just mismatching everything for the sake of it. But now I think it’s a bit more quiet luxury.”

He still makes room for some loud pieces, though. Earlier in 2025, Rocky — who is a co-chair for the 2025 Met Gala — rocked a snakeskin Bottega Veneta bag at the company’s spring show, even though he was wearing a casual suit jacket and pants combination. Regardless of the times, Rocky’s always gotta do something to make good on that “Fashion Killa” nickname.

Check out the evolution of A$AP Rocky’s unique style in the photos below.

02 May 2025

Fito Páez Reveals His Secret to Success & Shares His Opinion on Narcocorridos | Billboard In Conversation

Fito Páez has spent more than three decades crafting his new album, Novela. He opens up about why it took so long to create, the inspiration behind the album, his plans for an upcoming tour, how politics are impacting concert attendance, his views on narcocorridos and the secret to his longevity and success.

What are your thoughts on Fito Páez’s Novela? Let us know in the comments!

Sigal Ratner-Arias:
Good morning and welcome! We’re here with the legendary Fito Paez to talk about his new album, Novela, and so many more things. What is your favorite Billboard moment? Past, present or future. This moment. It has to be this moment. 

Fito Paez: 
Obviously it’s this one. Clearly, being here with you. You guys have always treated me well. You guys have always loved me, you’ve listened to me, you’ve given me your attention, so that alone is huge. I really appreciate that. I always feel very grateful when people follow you, they join you, they respect you.

You’re a classic, Fito. 

We have a quality bond. 

It’s your longest album. Why did it take you so long to finish?   

I think there are some works, some pieces that are made over time and that are outside the system of anxiety, outside the system of immediate requirements, outside of the industry and outside of productivity. Because someone can make music, but to start out you need to go back to school first. Here, no. One makes music because you want to express yourself because he needs to share or have that want to get it out from inside, or give it life. Or, to start enjoying the language of music, the language of words. So, behind the scenes of that experience, in my case, my whole life, and that’s how it’s going to be until the day I die.  

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01 May 2025

KATSEYE Eats Up ‘Gnarly’ New Hit | Music You Should Know | Billboard News

KATSEYE dropped their new single “Gnarly,” and they ate and left no crumbs with the new choreography for the song. Keep watching for all the details on KATSEYE’s new song!

What do you think of “Gnarly”? Let us know in the comments below!

Tetris Kelly:

Gang gang! The girls are back, and we’re giving you a view of what’s “Gnarly” from global girl group KATSEYE. And is that Jay??? In the high-octane new music video, the girls explain exactly what “Gnarly” is — and if you get it, you get it. Not only has Jay of ENHYPEN joined in, but actress Renee Rapp said, “Silence haters,” and now the girls have taken the explosive single and choreo to the stage. We can’t wait to see the journey the girls are about to take us on, and hint: We know it’s good. Keep it locked at Billboard!

01 May 2025

Rihanna’s Style Transformation Over The Years, From Red Carpet Newcomer to Fashion Icon

Rihanna holds a lot of titles. To date, the singer is a a nine-time Grammy award winning artist with eight albums under her belt, a makeup and lingerie mogul thanks to her successful Fenty Beauty and Savage x Fenty lines, once held the title as the youngest self-made female billionaire, and, of course, is also a dedicated mother.

But since day one, RiRi has been a style icon. Since stepping on the scene in 2005 with her debut hit, “Pon De Replay,” the multi-hyphenate superstar has rocked all kinds of looks on the red carpet, on stage and out and about. She always keeps it fun, classy and cool.

In 2025, Rihanna spoke about her love of fashion in an interview with Harper’s Baazar, saying that after finding herself lacking inspiration for her styling, she finally felt locked in once again. “Now I’m starting to just remember what I loved about [fashion and styling-: the juxtaposition, putting the things together that don’t make sense,” she told the publication at the time. “My fashion has always been driven by my mood, and my mood was on mom mode for a minute.”

Even Rihanna’s long-time partner A$AP Rocky has commented on how the star can make herself look good in just about anything — including his clothes. “For me, it’s not fair that my girl could just go in my closet and take anything from it and wear it,” he said in a podcast interview. “She does it to me all the time, man! Sometimes you just see her on an interview or see a paparazzi photo, like, ‘Wait, there goes my Miu Miu f–king jacket! What the f–k? I was looking for that since 2021!’”

Below, take a stroll down memory lane and witness Rihanna’s style evolution, from her rise to fame in 2005 all the way to today.

30 Apr 2025

Ariat Hosts Annie Bosko, Great Fashion & More at Stagecoach | Billboard News

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Ariat hosted an exclusive event featuring a showcase of their latest fashion, a captivating performance by Annie Bosko, and delicious food. Stay tuned for an inside look at Ariat’s presence at Stagecoach!

Narrator:

Stagecoach isn’t just about the festival, it’s also about all the amazing events, like the exclusive brunch at the Ariat house. Fashion, food and, of course, country music. Ariat was the hot cowboy boot of choice at Stagecoach this year. From head to toe, Ariat had festivalgoers looking sharp and staying comfy all day and all night. A brand beloved by writers, ranchers and cowboys alike, Ariat stole the spotlight as the ultimate pick for this year’s festival style. Rising star and Ariat ambassador Annie Bosko gave a private performance at the brunch just moments before her big debut on the Stagecoach Mane Stage. 

Annie Bosko:

From general admission and sleeping on an air mattress to staying at the Ariat house and playing the Mane Stage, this is big time! 

Narrator:

Celeb chef Tim Love served up an amazing spread based off his signature Fire and Ice menu.

Tim Love:

The menu today of fire and ice — for the fire, all things coming off the grill, grilled sea scallops with this aji Amarillo and clarified butter. These amazing, amazing head-on shrimp, marinated red chili. We’ve got some grilled New York strips, a la Fiorentina with special herbs, grilled lemon juice. And then for the ice — my favorite part, by the way, is shrimp cocktail, Porter and ceviche. It’s one tuna, one hamachi, one scallop, we call Michi Lada, and also escolar.

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30 Apr 2025

WrestleMania 41 Recap: Bianca Belair, Liv Morgan & More Prove Wrestling Is Real | All Access | Billboard News

WWE’s WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas showcased the best wrestlers and musicians. From meet-and-greets with fans to Travis Scott’s appearance, fan opinions on John Cena and Cody Rhodes, and catching up with Bianca Belair before SmackDown, keep watching to catch everything you missed during the big weekend!

Were you at WrestleMania 41? Let us know in the comments!

Fan 1:
It’s my first mania. I had to, I saved so much, went through so much, just to get here. And you know, the payoff is good. 

Carl Lamarre:
They were just like, “Yo, if we see New Day, we might have to jump.” 

The New Day:
For what? Who gonna jump us? Who gonna jump us?  They can barely get off the couch how are they going to jump at anybody?  Who said that? 

Fan 2:
Travis Scott is a b—h.

Fan 3:
These fans. I mean, they’re the best in the world. I mean, they’re so passionate about everything that happens around WWE. 

Excision, or Marilyn Manson because it’s angry and sexy.

Carl Lamarre: 
I love that. We spent the week in Las Vegas for all of the WWE activities before and after the main event. What’s going on y’all? I am deputy director of R&B/hip-hop, Carl Lamarre, and we are here live at WrestleMania in Las Vegas at WWE World. Billboard kicked off WrestleMania week on Thursday at WWE World. Think of it like Comic Con for wrestling fans. Wrestlers were signing top cards and belts. You could walk down the ramp to your favorite superstar’s entrance. Some pros were even giving wrestling demos in the ring. You could also catch a live podcast recording and thank John Cena for his 25 years in wrestling. Fanatics hosted a Make-a-Wish event with superstar wrestlers Tiffany Stratton and Braun Strowman in attendance. 

Tiffany Stratton:
I love the kids. That’s, like, my favorite part of being a superstar is getting to meet them and, like, do stuff like this, where they get to do their own entrances.

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