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Benson Boone wasn’t on hand to perform at a birthday celebration for Mark Zuckerberg‘s wife, philanthropist Priscilla Chan, so the Meta CEO simply decided to do it himself. In a truly wild video posted to Zuckerberg’s Instagram Friday (Feb. 28), he jumps on stage at a black-tie party honoring his better half and spreads out […]
LISA is opening up about a negative side of fame.
The BLACKPINK superstar joined Thai radio talk show WOODY FM this week, where she recalled a particularly scary moment with a boundary-pushing fan. “I’ve never shared this before,” she said. “Last year, it was the first time I actually experienced [stalkers] myself. I’ve heard a lot about it from other idol friends, mostly from male idols. But it just happened to me.”
She continued, “Usually, when my flight lands in South Korea, fans will be there waiting at the airport. That’s normal, and I appreciate that they come. But when I got home, I saw them waiting. So I told that person, ‘I’m really not comfortable with this. If you want to see me, let’s meet somewhere public. Showing up like this at my house, I feel uncomfortable.’”
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Thankfully, the superstar noted that things did not escalate further from there and that she is safe.
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Despite the scary situation, LISA has reached a lot of positive milestones in recent months. The singer has officially made her foray into the acting world, taking on the role of Mook in the third season of HBO’s The White Lotus.
She also unveiled on Friday (Feb. 28) her long awaited debut solo album, complete with 15 new tracks and collaborations from Megan Thee Stallion, Future, Tyla and more. The project features the previously released singles “Rockstar,” “New Woman” featuring Rosalía, “Moonlit Floor (Kiss Me)” and “Born Again” with Doja Cat and RAYE.
LISA will soon be reuniting with BLACKPINK, as the foursome announced a summer 2025 world tour earlier this month. It’ll mark the ladies’ first trek together since 2022-2023’s Born Pink World Tour, which supported Billboard 200-topper Born Pink.
Now that A$AP Rocky was found not guilty of shooting his former friend A$AP Relli, he can focus on releasing his long-awaited fourth solo album Don’t Be Dumb. While sitting down to talk with GQ about his creative director role with eyewear maker Ray-Ban, the Harlem rapper gave fans updates on his album and his […]
Selena Gomez is turning up the heat on her next song with Benny Blanco. On Friday (Feb. 28), the singer/actress shared a teaser for a sultry new song titled “Talk” that is expected to appear on the couple’s upcoming joint album I Said I Love You First. In the clip, she sits in a car […]
The Damian Lillard and GloRilla saga took another turn this week when Dame’s Milwaukee Bucks teammate, Giannis Antetokounmpo, teased Lillard during a press conference by singing some of Big Glo’s lyrics.
Giannis loudly rapped bars from Glo and Sexyy Red’s “Whatchu Kno About Me” collab in the background of Lillard’s presser following the Bucks’ loss to the Houston Rockets on Tuesday.
“Big G-L-O in that GLE,” the Greek Freak can be heard rapping. Dame initially ignored his teammate to finish answering a question before he couldn’t hold it in any longer. “This dude is crazy, man,” Lillard replied. “I knew it, I knew it,” Giannnis said with a childlike innocence.
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It’s unclear if Giannis is familiar with the backstory of Dame and Glo’s relationship, as the Bucks star previously rapped lyrics from GELO’s “Tweaker” during a Lillard presser earlier in February.
Glo and Dame — who raps under the alias Dame D.O.L.L.A. — linked up for the first time at All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis last February. The Memphis rapper proceeded to shoot her shot when commenting on their photo together. “Who n—a dis is? Cause I want him #GetEmGlo,” she wrote before adding, “Whoever she is can’t whoop me so I really dgaf.”
The 34-year-old hooper filed for divorce from his estranged wife Kay’la Lillard last fall, and he’s kept his relationships out of the spotlight since being shipped from Portland to the Milwaukee Bucks prior to the start of the 2023-24 season.
Lillard downplayed his friendship with Glo being anything romantic during the Milwaukee Bucks’ media day in September. “I’m weak. That is hilarious. Nah, I keep my personal life personal, you know? And I let it be that. I respect her as an artist,” he replied. “We know each other, she’s an artist, I’m an artist. But as far as anything else, it ain’t nothing going on. That’s what I can tell you.”
In November, GloRilla claimed she was single and planned to remain celibate until marriage. “Single & celibate until God send me my husband,” she wrote.
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This week in dance music: The Do Lab announced its Coachella 2025 lineups, Bonnaroo 2025 announced that its adding a new dance-focused stage, the team behind Breakaway Music Fetival announced a new label and management division called Breakaway Projects, we spoke with Anotr about their dazzling and recently released album On a Trip, and we spoke with Darkside about their new album Nothing.
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A judge ruled that Ultra Music Publishing must change its name following a lawsuit brought by Sony Music and its Ultra Records subsidiary, Anna Lunoe and Mel C. teamed up for a new track, we talked to our February Dance Rookie of the Month Stryv about his global hit “Move,” and we spoke with the legend Armin van Buuren about remixing Bon Jovi’s 1992 classic “Keep the Faith.” Meanwhile, Justice earned its first ever Radio No. 1 with the duo’s Grammy winning Tame Impala collab “Neverender.”
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That’s a lot, and there’s more. These are the best new dance tracks of the week.
Anyma feat. Ellie Goulding, “Hypnotized” (John Summit Remix)
Ahead of his slot opening for Anyma at Sphere this weekend, John Summit drops his edit of “Hypnotized,” Anyma’s collab with Ellie Goulding released in January and a contender for one of the most major dance releases of the year thus far. It’s an apt meeting of the minds, with Summit leaving the track largely in tact but adding a siren-laden bridge and other smart flourishes that have his fingerprints all over them. The epic build that Summit layers in will without a doubt have ’em going wild in the seats tomorrow (March 1) when he plays in support of Anyma’s lauded audiovisual spectacular.
2hollis, “Style”
It seems everything Los Angeles-based artist 2hollis touches turns to gold, with his latest single “style” already racking up tens of thousands of views across platforms. The song is slight in length (one minute and 39 seconds) but absolutely goes, with a twisted, wind-up production paired with distorted beats and the artist breathily declaring “I like your style.” (Please also see the simple but effective accompanying video.) 2hollis currently on tour in Asia and Europe, with the run set to conclude with performances at Coachella in April and an appearance at Bonnaroo in June.
Carlita & Andre Zimmer, “Raf”
Carlita joins the esteemed crew of producers who’ve assembled one of fabric’s mix compilations, with the lead single from fabric presents: Carlita out today. A collaboration with Toronto producer Andre Zimmer, “Raf” is all out gospel house bliss with muscle and a BPM sure to make ’em sweat. fabric presents: Carlita is out on April 11.
Tesh, “Wants & Needs”
Hitting with the same zest and effervescence of your favorite flavor of La Croix, “Wants & Needs” is the newest from rising producer, Tesh. The richly textured song is laced with U.K. garage and manages to emote a certain amount of love and longing (with the vocals doing a lot of the heavy lifting here) even while also bouncing merrily along. “Wants & Needs” is the second single from Tesh’ forthcoming Cycles + Repetitions EP, coming April 25 via San Holo’s bitbird label. (And don’t sleep on the project’s lead single “Fingertips,” released in January.)
Rusko, “1 Man Army”
The British master is back with his first new solo work in two years with “One Man Army,” a track that delivers the same hectic D&B + bass that’s made Rusko a longtime hero. Out on Monstercat, the song is the title track from a five-song, no skips EP. “Creating this EP was a mission that began with a simple desire to explore more areas of my love for drum and bass,” the producer says. “Over the past 19 years, I’ve been experimenting with new sounds, genres, and emotions — and this collection is a reflection of the vibes and feelings of this past year as Rusko.”
Spring is just around the corner, and some of today’s biggest music stars are celebrating the imminent warm weather with seriously hot new releases. It was a big week for pop, as LISA her debut solo album, Alter Ego, complete with 15 new tracks and collaborations from Megan Thee Stallion, Future, Tyla and more. The […]
Falling in Reverse scores its fourth No. 1 and second in a row on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart, as “Bad Guy,” featuring Saraya, lifts a spot to lead the March 8-dated survey.
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The song follows the band’s Jelly Roll team-up “All My Life,” which ruled for five weeks beginning last July.
The Ronnie Radke-led act first topped the chart in 2020 with “Popular Monster,” followed by “Zombified” in 2022.
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The rockers first reached the tally in 2015 with “God, If You Are Above…,” which peaked at No. 28.
“Bad Guy” is Saraya’s first Billboard ruler, earned with her first charted title. The professional wrestler dated Radke for six years through last year. (Another Saraya, fronted by vocalist Sandi Saraya, made Mainstream Rock Airplay four times in 1989-91, paced by the No. 9-peaking “Love Has Taken Its Toll.”)
Concurrently, “Bad Guy” ranks at No. 16, after reaching No. 14, on the all-rock-format, audience-based Rock & Alternative Airplay chart with 2.4 million audience impressions in the week ending Feb. 27, according to Luminate.
On the most recent multimetric Hot Hard Rock Songs survey (dated March 1, reflecting data accumulated Feb. 14-20), “Bad Guy” ranked at No. 6 (it debuted at its No. 4 best last August). In addition to its radio airplay, the song earned 711,000 official U.S. streams.
“Bad Guy” is the latest single from Popular Monster, which debuted at No. 1 on the Top Hard Rock Albums chart in August 2024 and has earned 892,000 equivalent album units to date.
All Billboard charts dated March 8 will update Tuesday, March 4, on Billboard.com.
Lil Baby’s attorneys Drew Findling and Marissa Goldberg have responded to the Atlanta Police Department while distancing the Atlanta rapper (born Dominique Jones) from the alleged gang war and pair of teen murders the APD attempted to tie him to. Findling and Goldberg called the APD’s reference to Lil Baby “complete and total nonsense” while […]
With their first anniversary just a month away, UNIS looks back on a year of unforgettable moments and exciting changes. In an exclusive interview, the members share what they have learned, how they’ve evolved, and the new challenges they’re ready to embrace.In about a month, you’ll celebrate your one-year anniversary since debut. What has been the most memorable moment of the past year and why?
HYEONJU: My debut is the moment I remember most. It was UNIS’s very first step, and it remains vividly imprinted in my memory.
NANA: I feel the same way.
GEHLEE: I loved the experience of our very first fan signing at a shopping mall in the Philippines. It was my first time witnessing firsthand how deeply my hometown fans adore UNIS. It was truly an honor.
KOTOKO: For me, the day I first met our fans is unforgettable. Meeting those I had longed to see filled me with immense joy.
YUNHA: I believe our debut moment is the most memorable. Revealing UNIS to our eagerly waiting fans was incredibly nerve-racking!
ELISIA: It was during the KBS Music Festival, sharing the stage with our seniors in our first collaborative performance on such a grand scale. UNIS’s “Curious” featured a fresh, fun intro and an energetic dance break that made it especially enjoyable.
YOONA: I clearly remember when we received our first rookie award. It was a prize we had dreamed of, and it felt like a true recognition of all our hard work.
SEOWON: my birthday in 2025 stands out. It was the day I truly realized how much EverAfter supports me and why I started this journey.
Comparing your early days to now, what has been the biggest change?
HYEONJU: It’s the sense of responsibility. Initially, I felt an overwhelming pressure to “do well,” but now I trust my members and simply think, “We’ll be great.”
NANA: I’d say the biggest change is that I’ve grown 1cm taller since debuting!
GEHLEE: I feel much more relaxed and confident. The training after the debut has helped tremendously, and improving my Korean has made adaptation so much easier. I really feel like I’m on the right track now.
KOTOKO: It seems that everything has changed, especially my ability to express myself through a variety of facial expressions.
Over the past year, is there a particular skill or quality you’d like to pass on to your fellow members?
NANA: I want to learn English from ELISIA and GEHLEE!
KOTOKO: HYEONJU’s charisma is incredibly captivating.
ELISIA: I used to move gently and fluidly, but since coming to Korea, I’ve learned to execute sharper, move quickly.
YOONA: I admire ELISIA’s wide range of expressions on music shows and stage performances. I’d love to learn that from her.
SEOWON: I’d love to learn knitting from the talented YUNHA!
As a multinational group representing Korea, Japan, and the Philippines, how do you integrate this strength into your stage, performances, and music?
HYEONJU: Our multinational makeup naturally enhances our expressiveness.
NANA: Knowing the tastes of each country gives us a unique advantage to incorporate diverse elements into our performances.
KOTOKO: Our ability to cover Japanese, Filipino, and various other songs is a major strength.
YUNHA: Being multinational means we can cover songs from our respective countries and showcase new facets of ourselves in different languages.
YOONA: At fan signings, for instance, many international fans attend. We communicate in three languages and even perform cover dances to foreign songs.
With the fandom name “EverAfter” in mind, what special memories do you hope to create with your fans in the future?
GEHLEE: I dream of holding a concert just for EverAfter. Seeing fans holding light sticks and sparkling like stars on stage would be an unforgettable moment, Everafter our fandom name.
KOTOKO: I want to embark on a world tour and meet EverAfter fans around the globe.
SEOWON: I envision opening a café exclusively for EverAfter fans, staffed entirely by UNIS!
Which cities would you like to visit on a world tour?
HYEONJU: I want to visit countries on the other side of the globe. I’ve been to nearby countries, but I’ve yet to meet EverAfter fans from the farthest corners of the world.
NANA: Japan, since it’s my hometown. It would be a dream to visit on tour someday.
KOTOKO: Me too!
GEHLEE: Personally, I’d love to visit New York or Paris. Their fashion scenes fascinate me and meeting fans there would be incredibly exciting.
YUNHA: I’d go anywhere EverAfter is present. I visited Taiwan briefly for a performance and, although it was short, I loved the city’s vibe and would love to return.
ELISIA: I aim to perform at Japan’s Kyocera Dome. I want to become a world-star artist and take the stage there!
YOONA: I’d like to visit Singapore. It’s a country I’ve always wanted to see, with beautiful scenery and a wonderful atmosphere.
SEOWON: For me, it’s Paris and New York. I’ve always wanted to visit these cities at least once.
What is UNIS’s goal for this year?
HYEONJU, KOTOKO, YUNHA, ELISIA, YOONA, SEOWON: Our goal is to top all the music shows!
NANA: For me, it’s all about meeting as many EverAfter fans as possible!
GEHLEE: It would be amazing to hold a UNIS-only concert this year. Even though each of us brings a unique charm, we’re working together to deliver a spectacular performance.
What new aspects or endeavors can fans expect from UNIS in 2025?
HYEONJU: We plan to showcase many sides of UNIS that we haven’t had the chance to reveal before.
NANA: While we’ve always shown a cool image, we’d also love to show a cuter side of ourselves.
GEHLEE: I believe UNIS won’t be confined to a single concept. We’re ready to display everything from cute and lovable to chic and cool. Fans can look forward to a variety of styles next year.
YUNHA: Now that we’re nearing our first anniversary, we hope fans will see a more refined and dynamic performance that reflects our growth from countless stage experiences.
What must UNIS overcome to be recognized as the representative 5th generation girl group?
HYEONJU: I think it comes down to growth. We must continue to develop and show progress.
GEHLEE: To be acknowledged as the leading 5th generation girl group, we need to better showcase our unique identity. With so many amazing groups out there, it’s vital that we continually cultivate and enhance UNIS’s distinctive charm through our performances, music, and teamwork.
YUNHA: For me, it’s about mastering our mindset and always challenging ourselves with confidence is the key.
ELISIA: We must connect people of all generations through our music.
SEOWON: We need to carve out our own unique identity rather than being just another ordinary girl group. That’s how we can present ourselves as a fresh, innovative act to the public.
Are there any hidden talents or personal skills among the members that fans might not know about?
NANA: My fingers are very flexible!
GEHLEE: I’m not sure if it’s a talent, but I frequently notice “angel numbers” like 111, 2222, and 3737, whether on clocks, license plates, or suddenly appearing in my surroundings.
KOTOKO: I’d say it’s HYEONJU. She’s our very own “food expert” who knows all the best eats!
ELISIA: SEOWON can make the most amazing sauces. They’re so delicious, they completely blew me away!
YOONA
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I love it when fans call me: Yoondol-e or Yoondang-e (puppy)
My favorite song at the moment?: “To My X” by KYUNGSEO – The lyrics are so warm, and I’ve always admired this Sunbae!
But my favorite song of all time is?: “Good Parts” by LE SSERAFIM – It’s soft, warm, and uplifting—my perfect combo!
How to “heal” yourself when you’re feeling overwhelmed?: Journaling about my day. If that doesn’t work, I read or listen to music!
My favorite quote or best advice someone gave me: Practice as seriously as you perform—that’s how you master the stage.
SEOWON
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I love it when fans call me: SEOWON: Lim-hamkki! (Lim-Hamster)
My favorite song at the moment?: “Just For Today I LOVE YOU” by BOYNEXTDOOR – I’m a fan of this style of music!
But my favorite song of all time is?: “Play Pretend” by Alex Sampson – It comforts me. I still listen to it all the time!
How to “heal” yourself when you’re feeling overwhelmed?: I haven’t found my healing method yet. Maybe someday I will!
My favorite quote or best advice someone gave me: You don’t have to try so hard. If you’re struggling, that’s not happiness. Remember why you started. It’s a journey—perfection isn’t required.
KOTOKO
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I love it when fans call me: Ko-chan!
My favorite song at the moment?: “Classified” by OH MY GIRL – It magically melts my stress away!
But my favorite song of all time is?: “Candy Pop” by TWICE – I sang this during my audition. Full of memories!
How to “heal” yourself when you’re feeling overwhelmed?: Putting stickers or playing games!
My favorite quote or best advice someone gave me: Try anything at least once.
GEHLEE
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I love it when fans call me: Princess!
My favorite song at the moment?: “Strategy” by TWICE – It’s my confidence anthem! I can’t stop humming it!
But my favorite song of all time is?: “Lovefool” by The Cardigans – My mom and I sing this out daily. Our ultimate bonding song!
How to “heal” yourself when you’re feeling overwhelmed?: I write down my feelings, dance to my favorite song, or vent to someone close. Letting it all out helps me reset!
My favorite quote or best advice someone gave me: When hard times come, remember it’s just a step toward everything you’ve prayed for.
ELISIA
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I love it when fans call me: Baby/Ellie!
My favorite song at the moment?: “First Love” by Hikaru Utada – A Japanese song my family and I always sing together. It feels nostalgic!
But my favorite song of all time is?: “Times Are Hard for Dreamers” from Amelie, the Musical – It’s my anthem for chasing my K-pop dreams!
How to “heal” yourself when you’re feeling overwhelmed?: Listening to music or curating new playlists!
My favorite quote or best advice someone gave me: Love yourself first before loving others.
NANA
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I love it when fans call me: Nana-chan!
My favorite song at the moment?: “Heroine” by Back Number – It’s a winter song, perfect for this chilly season!
But my favorite song of all time is?: “Last Dance” by BIGBANG – I danced to this as a kid, and it’s been my anthem ever since!
How to “heal” yourself when you’re feeling overwhelmed?: Going outside!
My favorite quote or best advice someone gave me: Nana, there’s something only you can do.
HYEONJU
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I love it when fans call me: Jyu!
My favorite song at the moment?: “Toxic Till The End” by ROSE – I’ve always loved this ‘Sunbae(Senior in Korean)’, and now it’s stuck in my head!
But my favorite song of all time is?: “I Hate You, I Love You” by Gnash – My go-to song during my training days. Still holds a special place!
How to “heal” yourself when you’re feeling overwhelmed?: Going outside for a walk!
My favorite quote or best advice someone gave me: You can do anything.
YUNHA
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I love it when fans call me: Bbang-ahji! (Puppy)
My favorite song at the moment?: “Gondry” by HYUKOH – I’m obsessed with calm, moody tracks lately.
But my favorite song of all time is?: “New Rules” by Dua Lipa – This song inspired me to become a singer. Life-changing!
How to “heal” yourself when you’re feeling overwhelmed?: Drawing, reading, or crafting—hobbies keep negative thoughts away!
My favorite quote or best advice someone gave me: If you don’t speak up about your hunger, no one will know.