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09 Dec 2024

Fidel of Grupo Marca Registrada Plays ‘Fishing for Answers’ | Billboard

Fidel Oswaldo Castro from Grupo Marca Registrada shares the moment he knew his life changed, his fears and more!

Fidel Oswaldo Castro:

Hello, how are you friends? I am your friend from the Marca Registrada Group, and on this occasion we are going to play ‘Fishing for Answers’ with Billboard. What is your biggest fear? My biggest fear, really, is losing my family. I think it’s my biggest fear, personally and musically, to run out of ideas. Second question: What is your favorite vacation destination? I think Cancun, Mexico. If you were to make a movie about your life, who would play you? What a good question, isn’t it? There are quite a few very good actors. Let me think about it. I believe Adam Sandler. Adam Sandler would represent my life. 

Producer:

It’s a comedy?

Fidel Oswaldo Castro:

Yes, it’s a comedy of my life, really. When was the first time in your career that you thought: “I made it”? The first time I thought I made it was when I filled my first stadium, my first arenas, such as the Toyota Arena in California, among others, some of which are bull rings in Mexico. And when I heard my music in all the streets, of which great artists began to notice me and my talent. That was the first time. 

09 Dec 2024

Jay-Z Responds to Being Accused in Civil Lawsuit of Assaulting 13-Year-Old Girl Alongside Diddy | Billboard News

Jay-Z has been accused in a civil lawsuit of raping a 13-year old girl alongside Diddy in 2000, and the rapper has responded to the accusations. Keep watching for the full details on the case and Jay-Z’s response.

Tetris Kelly:

Jay-Z accused of assault? In a complaint filed in New York federal court, the unnamed Jane Doe has added Jay-Z as a defendant in the civil lawsuit allegedly along with Sean “Diddy” Combs at an MTV Video Music Awards afterparty back in 2000, according to a civil lawsuit filed in federal court on Sunday. Lawyer for the plaintiff Tony Buzbee claims that after the alleged victim was driven to the afterparty and forced to sign a non-disclosure agreement, she was given a drink that made her feel “woozy” and “light headed.” When she went into a bedroom to lie down, Buzbee claims she was assaulted by the two stars while a third female celebrity looked on. The music icon has strongly denied the allegations against him. Calling the lawsuit a “blackmail attempt” aimed at securing a settlement, he called Buzbee a “fraud,” a “deplorable human” and an “ambulance chaser in a cheap suit.” Jay released a statement Sunday evening addressing the lawsuit:

“You have made a terrible error in judgment thinking that all ‘celebrities’ are the same, I’m not from your world. I’m a young man who made it out of the projects of Brooklyn. We don’t play these types of games. We have very strict codes and honor. We protect children, you seem to exploit people for personal gain.”

Keep watching for more.

09 Dec 2024

BBMAs Performer Shaboozey Talks Travel in Interview Presented by Marriott Bonvoy | Billboard

Billboard Music Awards performer ‪Shaboozey spoke about all things travel during an interview at W Hollywood. Don’t miss out on the Billboard Music Awards presented by ‪Marriott Bonvoy this Thursday, and stay tuned for more updates on this year’s show!

Shaboozey: 

Whenever I go to a new city on tour, I like to stop at the vintage stores. Go shopping. That’s my favorite thing to do, honestly: shopping and eating. Love to find the best food in the area, just trying to see what the city has to offer, you know? Look for dive bars, things like that. Play pool with my friends. Love a new city. That’s like my second home, but I love Nashville. I’ve made a lot of music videos and a lot of songs about Nashville. Just different people I meet, different places I go, different music I hear walking down Broadway or going east and getting a hot chicken sandwich. Nothing beats that. Yeah, it’s really cool. So much, so much culture there, so many friends. I love something that feels like somewhere I could actually live, you know? Living in a separate living room situation, in a bedroom situation. I love a view. Yeah, you can’t beat a view in a hotel room. I love a large room. I’m a large – I’m a big guy, you know, I need a lot of room to just stretch my legs out, you know, like that. See, that works. My dream location to visit: I want to check out Wyoming. I haven’t been to Wyoming yet. I would love to visit Wyoming, Jackson Hole, and I love open spaces. I mean, cities are fun, you know, I love seeing buildings, architecture, but nothing beats being in the open field and it’s quiet, and seeing mountains and watching wildlife. Places with good weather is always a plus.

09 Dec 2024

Ovy on the Drums Teams Up With Valentina Mami for ‘Voces Del Futuro’ Mentorship | Billboard

In partnership with Billboard and Johnnie Walker, Ovy on the Drums reunited with rising star Valentina Mami to reflect on their first meet-up, listen to music and share a toast as part of the Voces del Futuro video series.

Ovy on the Drums:

The truth is that it’s a very great privilege. I feel very lucky to be able to do this and I always remember my first steps in music because they made me, for real. Ovy on the Drums here. I’m with Billboard and Johnnie Walker Blended Scotch Whiskey celebrating and advising the voices of the future. I’m here sharing with new artists to hear a little about their career, share music and give some advice. 

Valentina Mami:

Hey, what’s up? I’m Valentina Mami. And I’m here today with the one and only Ovy on the Drums. Well, I’m very, very excited to share with Ovy. He has a very special space in my heart because he gave me a chance a long time ago. I want to show him how much I have grown in that time. I want to show him that I’ve been able to implement his advice. OMG!

Ovy on the Drums:

How are you? When was the last time we saw each other?

Valentina Mami:

Honestly, seven years ago. 

Ovy on the Drums:

Seven years. Wow. 

Valentina Mami:

I sent you a DM on Instagram, “Hello, I’m a fan. Here’s my music.” I remember you told me, “You have a cool flow. Come to Colombia to work.” And i got on a plane by myself. 

Keep watching for more!

09 Dec 2024

Amirah Opens Up About Living Her Dreams | Billboard x Honda Stage

Watch Amirah talk about manifesting her career with Mustard and what’s to come, exclusively for Billboard and Honda Stage.

Amirah:

I’ve always loved music. I feel like what brought this huge discovery into me wanting to pursue music is my grandfather. He used to play old records all the time. That just really drove me into like, I really want to start singing. How me and Mustard met, I went viral. And I remember, I get this DM it said, “Yo, kid, I’m making chicken fajitas.” And I said, “Yo.” When me and Mustard are in the studio, he treats me like I’m family, almost like sometimes I say, “Hey, I want to make a pop song today.” He’d be like, “Okay, let’s hear it.” My very first time in the studio, we started recording a song that I wrote back in like COVID, and my mom was with me, and she started crying. My mom started crying because my 7-year-old dream, I’m living in it. Like, it’s here.

09 Dec 2024

Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 Countdown for December 14, 2024 | Billboard News

The holiday season is in full swing on the Hot 100.

Tetris Kelly:

It’s time, the holidays have arrived! This is the Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 for the week dated December 14. At 10 is “Holly Jolly Christmas.” Gaga and Bruno are down to nine. As is Shaboozey to No. 8, and last week’s No. 1 to seven. “Luther” is at No. 6. As “Jingle Bell Rock” jingles to five. “tv off” is strong at No. 4. “Last Christmas” hits a new No. 3 high. Brenda Lee is at No. 2. And for its 15th week at No. 1 and for the sixth season in a row, is “All I Want Dor Christmas Is You.” If you want more Billboard, make sure you hit the subscribe button and ring the bell to be notified on all our latest videos.

06 Dec 2024

BTS’ V Drops ‘White Christmas’ Rendition | Billboard News

BTS’ V is in the holiday spirit as he dropped his rendition of “White Christmas” with Bing Crosby. Keep watching to hear a snippet of his version and to see what other BTS members have done for the holiday season! 

Tetris Kelly:

One of our favorite crooners is bringing the Christmas spirit. We’re discussing V’s new holiday track and some of the times BTS has brought the cheer. Just today, the new rendition of “White Christmas” dropped including Bing Crosby, V’s favorite jazz singer growing up. We love it. Our boys love this time of year. V previously released “Christmas Tree.” And who could forget the holiday version of their Hot 100 No.1 “Dynamite.” Jimin released “Christmas Love” and Jung Kook joined him for Christmas Day. For more on V’s new track and BTS holiday tracks… head to Billboard.com.

06 Dec 2024

Mustard Talks Spirit of Collaboration and Getting Started | Billboard x Honda Stage

Watch Mustard share his start in music and how collaboration brings together greatness, exclusively for Billboard and Honda Stage.

Mustard:
The music is collaborative, you know, like, how I think is one way and how the next person may think is another way. And you put two great minds together, you know, you come out with something great every time. When did I discover my love for music? When I started DJing at 11. Uncle was a DJ. I always wanted to be like him, and I DJed a party. Well, he left me at a party. When I first came across Amirah, I just really was drawn into her voice, like her voice, how she sound. But then I I looked at her, like her other socials, and I was just like, “Oh, she has personality.” But if you ever meet her, you’ll be like, “Oh, she’s like, an interesting person.” When I’m working with Amirah, sir, you know, anything like that, I gotta already first believe in you, I think already have some type of level of respect before I’m even walking in the studio with anybody big or small.

06 Dec 2024

ROSÉ Debuts Solo Album ‘rosie’ | Music You Should Know | Billboard News

ROSÉ has finally dropped her highly anticipated solo debut album ‘rosie.’ Keep watching for a breakdown of her newest work!

Tetris Kelly:

Her and Bruno have had us all singing “APT” and now ROSÉ has arrived with her full project. We break it down in this week’s Music You Should Know: ‘rosie.’ “APT” with Bruno Mars became ROSÉ’s first solo Hot 100 top 10 song and after a hot Mama Awards performance, we couldn’t wait to see what she delivered next. She’s taken a break from her BLACKPINK sisters for 12 tracks, including fan favorite “number one girl.” And just today with rosie’s fresh release, she dropped a new single and video for ‘toxic till the end.’ We’re obsessed. And to be honest, we have been since “On the Ground,” a certified bop. Do you have a favorite track on ‘rosie’ yet? Let us know in the comments. It’s out now.

06 Dec 2024

Does Jay-Z Still Have Beef With 50 Cent? | Billboard News

50 Cent and Jay-Z still have beef? Fif discussed his theory that Jay-Z tried to keep him from performing at the 2022 Super Bowl halftime show with Dr. Dre and Snoop. Keep watching to see what 50 Cent has to say about their issues.

50 Cent:

Our culture’s competitive, but I think when it goes past the music itself to blocking things in business, then I don’t understand that.

Tetris Kelly:

50 Cent and Jay-Z still got beef? Always known to speak his mind, the legendary Queens rapper discusses his theory that Jay-Z tried to keep him from performing at the 2022 Super Bowl halftime show with Dr. Dre and Snoop. While appearing on Cam’ron’s new interview podcast, ‘Talk to Flee,’ the conversation turns to 50’s longtime rival Jay-Z. Cam’ron asks 50 to address the rumors of Jay-Z going to Dre and Em to get 50 off the show.

50 Cent:

Our culture’s competitive, but I think when it goes past the music itself to blocking things in business, then I don’t understand that. Right now, he’s not even competing for a slot. He doesn’t have a new song out that he wants to be top 10 and he’s still competing. It doesn’t make sense. What are we competing for? What’s the goal?

Tetris Kelly:

At the time of making this video, Jay-Z has yet to respond to 50’s comments. Can’t we all just get along? Here’s to hoping these rap icons squash this decades-old beef. Keep it locked here at Billboard for more hip-hop news.