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Charli XCX‘s big Brat summer marches on. The singer whose album title attitude and color scheme have been eagerly adopted by Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign — and plenty of others — celebrated her 32nd birthday in style on Saturday night (August 3) in Los Angeles. According to reports, Charli’s A-list crew for the […]
BTS‘ Jimin dropped a live video for a pair of songs from his MUSE solo album on Sunday (August 4), including a version of “Slow Dance” featuring a guest appearance from that track’s feature singer, Sofia Carson. In the first half of the six-plus minute clip, Jimin rides his falsetto to the top of a […]
The Kid Laroi’s re-routed tour of Australia will visit arenas across the country this November.
Announced Monday (Aug. 5), Laroi will embark on a seven-city, eight-date tour starting Monday, Nov. 11 at Gold Coast Home Of The Arts, before moving on to Brisbane, Sydney, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart and wrapping up Nov. 29 and 30 at Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena.
Migos founding member Quavo and controversial west Sydney drill unit OneFour will join the singer and rapper on the trek, produced by TEG Live.
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The rescheduled jaunt replaces an earlier, trans-Tasman stadium visit that was penciled in for February 2024, but was subsequently shelved.
“I’M COMING BACK HOMEE & BRINGING SOME FRIENDS WITH ME,” he writes on social media. “Thank you for being so patient with me & I’m sorry that this took so long. I love you guys beyond words & I promise we’re gonna make this special!!!!!!”
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Raised in inner-city Sydney, now based in Los Angeles, the singer, songwriter and rapper last played arenas in Australia in May and June 2022, for his End of the World Tour, produced by Handsome Tours and TEG Live.
The First Time Australia Tour will support Laroi’s debut full-length LP of the same name, which dropped Nov. 10 through Columbia/Sony Music, and opened at No. 3 on the national ARIA Chart. Album track “Girls” last week nabbed a piece of history, by being recognized with the very first Australian Chart #1 Award, celebrating homegrown successful on the Australian charts.
General public tickets will go on sale from Aug. 8 at 1pm local time via ticketek.com.au.
As a teen, the Gadigal-born artist with Kamilaroi roots smashed records on the elevator to the top. His debut mixtape F*ck Love from 2020 went to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 a full year after its release. Aged 17 at the time Laroi (born Charlton Kenneth Jeffrey Howard) was the first solo male Australian to hit No. 1 since Keith Urban’s Fuse in 2013.
When F*ck Love (Savage) ruled over the ARIA Albums Chart in February, 2021, the Kid was anointed as the youngest Australian solo artist to do so, at 17 years, 5 months and 22 days.
Along the way, he’s accumulated a collection of awards includes ARIAs and NIMAs, several Billboard Music Awards and a Grammy Award nomination for best newcomer.
The Kid Laroi’s “The First Time Australian Tour 2024“Nov. 11 — Gold Coast Home Of The Arts, QldNov. 14 — Brisbane Entertainment Centre, QldNov. 16 — Sydney Commbank Stadium, NSWNov. 20 — Perth Rac Arena, WANov. 24 — Adelaide Entertainment Centre, SANov. 27 — Hobart Mystate Bank Arena, TasNov. 29 + 30 — Melbourne Rod Laver Arena, Vic
*Supported By Quavo And OneFour
Charli XCX is making serious headway in the U.K. chart race with her latest single, “Guess“.
With a viral remix featuring none other than Billie Eilish, Charli is ready to nab her first solo No. 1 hit in the U.K. It’s been a while since she reigned at the top—back in 2012, she soared to No. 1 as part of Icona Pop’s infectious banger, “I Love It“. Now, it looks like it’s finally Charli’s time to shine on her own.
Charli’s chart domination doesn’t stop there.
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Her track “Apple” is also expected to crash into the Top 10 for the very first time, according to an early update published by the Official Charts Company. Currently at No. 10, the summer anthem is proving to be an unstoppable force. Meanwhile, “360” is climbing higher, reaching a new midweek peak at No. 11.
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It’s safe to say Charli is on fire, and there’s no extinguishing BRAT summer.
In other chart news, Jordan Adetunji’s track “Kehlani” is set to hit a new high, rising to No. 13.
The boost comes thanks to a fresh remix featuring the actual Kehlani, adding some extra flair to the already popular track.
Not to be outdone, Adam Port, Stryv & KeineMusik are shaking up the dance scene with their hit “Move”, which is expected to leap three places to No. 15, marking a fresh peak for this dancefloor sensation.
And for a touch of nostalgia, get ready for *NSYNC to make a surprise comeback. Their classic hit “Bye Bye Bye” is set to re-enter the U.K. Top 20 at No. 16, marking the first time the song has been this high in the charts in a whopping 24 years. Originally peaking at No. 3 back in 2000, this resurgence is all thanks to the ongoing buzz around Deadpool & Wolverine.
As we await the final results this Friday, all eyes are on Charli XCX. Will she secure her first solo No. 1, or will the competition be too fierce?
One thing’s for sure—this week’s U.K. charts are shaping up to be an exciting ride for music fans everywhere, so stay tuned.
Dave Grohl surprised fans at a Foo Fighters concert in Denver by performing an unexpected cover of Tenacious D’s “Tribute.”
During the acoustic section of the set at Empower Field on Aug. 3, Grohl took the mic and paid homage to his longtime friends and collaborators Jack Black and Kyle Gass.
“I only played the drums on that song,” Grohl quipped, recalling his contribution to the original track. You can check out the moment at the 1:31 mark below.
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But as fans know, the beloved rocker’s involvement with Tenacious D goes far beyond percussion.
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Grohl has played drums on all of Tenacious D’s albums and famously portrayed Satan in both the “Tribute” music video and the 2006 film Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny, his devilish antics having become a beloved part of the band’s mythology.
The Foo Fighters‘ “Tribute” performance comes not long after Tenacious D found themselves in hot water over a controversial comment made during a show in Sydney on July 14.
When Jack Black asked Kyle Gass for his birthday wish, Gass replied, “Don’t miss Trump next time,” referencing the failed assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. The remark drew major backlash, with an Australian senator calling for the band’s deportation and the Australian Prime Minister telling the band they needed to “grow up”.
In response, Tenacious D cancelled the rest of their tour and announced, “All future creative plans are on hold.”
Jack Black released a statement distancing himself from the controversial comments, saying in a statement that he was “blindsided” by his bandmate.
“I would never condone hate speech or encourage political violence in any form,” Black wrote on Instagram before announcing the cancellation of the tour.
Kyle Gass also faced professional repercussions, reportedly being dropped by his agent.
In the midst of this controversy, Grohl’s Denver performance seemed to offer a light-hearted show of support for his friends.
“Tribute,” released in 2002, became Tenacious D’s breakthrough hit, reaching No. 4 on the U.K. Singles Chart and peaking at No. 84 on Billboard’s Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart.
The “Tribute” music video, featuring Grohl as the devil, has amassed over 124 million views on YouTube since its release.
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Eminem proves that Slim Shady is well and truly back as he clinches the U.K. No. 1 spot for the third week in a row with his latest album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce).
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The Detroit rap icon has once again proven his staying power with this 12th studio album, which marks his 11th No. 1 in the U.K.
Slim is still king of the hill, holding off a strong push from Taylor Swift, whose album The Tortured Poets Department leaps two spots to No. 2 on the Official U.K. Albums Chart.
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Meanwhile, Charli XCX is riding the wave of her BRAT summer. Her album BRAT, a 2024 Mercury Prize nominee, climbs three spots to land at No. 3. With a newly-released remix of “Guess” featuring Billie Eilish, Charli is making sure her summer anthem is on everyone’s playlist.
Chappell Roan is also having a moment with her debut album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess. Rising three spots to No. 4, Chappell’s poised to make even bigger moves.
Billie Eilish, not one to be left in the dust, sees her album HIT ME HARD AND SOFT bounce back into the Top 5 at No. 5.
Meanwhile, Blur have delivered a nostalgic punch with Live at Wembley Stadium. Recorded over two nights in July 2023, this live album debuts at No. 6, becoming the week’s highest new entry and topping the Official Vinyl Albums Chart. It also marks Blur’s 14th Top 10 album. Live at Wembley Stadium was the leader at the midweek stage.
Sam Tompkins is making waves with his album hi, my name is insecure.—a fresh entry at No. 8 that also conquers the Official Record Store Chart and is the best-selling album of the week in independent U.K. record shops.
Over in the world of heavy metal, Swedish band Ghost hits a high note with their latest release, Rite Here Rite Now. Entering at No. 10, the album is the soundtrack to their concert film and adds another Top 10 achievement to their growing list of successes.
And there’s a blast from the past as The Police storm back into the Top 40 with their classic, final studio album Synchronicity. Thanks to a super deluxe reissue, it reclaims its spot at No. 30, a 40 years after its original release.
Benson Boone is also enjoying a resurgence, with his debut Fireworks & Rollerblades jumping 13 places to No. 31 after hitting the shelves on vinyl.
Rounding out this week’s chart action is Céline Dion, whose My Love – The Essential Collection vaults an impressive 32 spots to No. 36. Her performance of Édith Piaf’s “Hymne A L’Amour” at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris marked her first in four years due to her battle with Stiff-Person Syndrome.
Sabrina Carpenter holds onto the U.K. No. 1 spot with her hit single “Please Please Please” for a fifth non-consecutive week.
Despite fierce competition from rising star Chappell Roan, Sabrina’s catchy country-pop track continues to captivate fans and dominate the Official Singles Chart.While Sabrina enjoys her chart-topping success, Chappell Roan is not far behind. Her infectious anthem “Good Luck, Babe!” has been steadily climbing the charts for an impressive 17 weeks, reaching a new peak at No. 2.
With momentum on her side, Chappell is a strong contender to challenge Sabrina for the No. 1 spot next week.
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That’s not all for Chappell Roan. Her previous hits are gaining traction as well, with “Red Wine Supernova” moving up to No. 38. Her 2023 debut album, The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, is also climbing the Official Albums Chart, peaking at No. 4.Meanwhile, Luton-born singer-songwriter Myles Smith celebrates a new peak as his dreamy track “Stargazing” lands at No. 4. Joining him in the Top 5 is Dasha with her country hit “Austin,” which surges into the fifth spot after 23 weeks on the chart, and marks Dasha’s first time breaking into the Top 5.
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The trio Bl3SS, CamrinWatsin, and bbyclose have achieved a milestone as their collaboration “Kisses” cracks the Top 10 for the first time, climbing six spots to No. 7.As BRAT summer heats up, Charli XCX is having a moment with two tracks making impressive leaps on the charts. “360” is up six spots to No. 12, while the viral sensation “Apple” makes an even bigger splash, jumping nine places to No. 14. Charli is proving that she’s more than just a pop star—she’s a chart star with hits to spare.Irish singer and rapper Jordan Adetunji continues his upward climb as “KEHLANI” moves up two spots to No. 15.
Adam Port, Stryv, and Keinemusik make their debut in the Top 20 with “Move,” jumping seven places to No. 18.
Teddy Swims finds himself at a new peak with his emotional ballad “The Door” landing at No. 24. Meanwhile, Post Malone and Luke Combs make a strong entry with “Guy For That” debuting at No. 26, blending their unique styles into a chart-worthy hit.In a welcome nostalgic twist, *NSYNC’s timeless classic “Bye Bye Bye” returns to the U.K. Top 40 for the first time in 24 years, thanks to its placement in the Marvel blockbuster Deadpool & Wolverine. Originally peaking at No. 3 in 2000, the track now sits comfortably at No. 30.
Central Cee also makes waves with his new hit “gen z luv” debuting at No. 34. Bruce Springsteen’s iconic “Dancing In The Dark” finds a new peak in 2024, landing at No. 35. At the same time, Calvin Harris and Ellie Goulding’s latest collaboration “Free” debuts at No. 36.The collaboration between Majestic, Jammin’ Kid, and Céline Dion achieves a new peak with “Set My Heart On Fire” reaching No. 39. The track, which samples Céline’s 2000 hit “I’m Alive,” has gained traction following her emotional live performance at the 2024 Olympic Games opening ceremony in Paris. It marked Céline’s first performance since being diagnosed with stiff person syndrome (SPS) in 2022.
Stay tuned to see who will claim the top spot next week and what surprises the charts have in store.
Adele didn’t let her live show get in the way of watching the 2024 Summer Olympics.
During her concert in Munich on Saturday (Aug. 3), the 36-year-old British songstress paused her performance to watch the women’s 100-meter final in Paris, as seen in a fan-captured clip posted on the X (formerly Twitter) account for NBC Olympics.
The “Easy on Me” singer then broadcast the 11-second race on the big screen for all 75,000-something fans at the custom-built Adele Arena, where her 10-night residency launched on Friday.
The Munich crowd fell to a hush as Julien Alfred of Saint Lucia took home the gold medal, finishing the race in 10.72 seconds. U.S. stars Sha’carri Richardson and Melissa Jefferson won silver and bronze, respectively.
After Alfred’s victory, which marked Saint Lucia’s first Olympic gold medal in history, Adele asked the audience to give the runner a hand for the accomplishment.
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“Let’s give her a round of applause!” the 16-time Grammy winner said. “Let’s get on with the show. Fantastic, St. Lucia!”
Adele also had the Olympics on her mind during the opening night of the mini-residency on Friday.
“… While I was watching world-class athletes, I’d be like, ‘Oh that landing was a bit dodgy, wasn’t it? Oh her legs weren’t really straight,’ Meanwhile, if I tried anything that they do, I’d be dead,” she said in a fan-captured video from the show. “I’d absolutely die if I tried to even do a little, any kind of movement at all.”
During the concert, Adele also gave props to U.S. gymnast Simone Biles for winning multiple gold medals, calling her “absolutely brilliant.”
Adele’s 10-night stand in Munich concludes Aug. 31. See a full recap of the opening night here. The singer’s Weekends With Adele residency at Las Vegas’ Colosseum at Caesars Palace picks back up in October.
The Smashing Pumpkins‘ Aghori Mhori Mei has topped this week’s new music poll that features artists in various genres of music. Music fans voted in a poll published Friday (Aug. 2) on Billboard, choosing the the Billy Corgan-led rock band’s 13th studio album as their favorite new music release of the past week. Aghori Mhori […]
Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department returns to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart (dated Aug. 10), collecting a 13th nonconsecutive week atop the list. The album spent its first 12 weeks on the chart at No. 1, fell to No. 4 for two weeks, and now rebounds to No. 1 for a 13th frame. (Thirteen is also famously Swift’s lucky number.)
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Tortured Poets earned 71,000 equivalent album units in the U.S. in the week ending Aug. 1 (down 3%), according to Luminate. That marks the smallest weekly sum for a No. 1 album since March 16-dated chart, when Morgan Wallen’s One Thing at a Time was tops with 68,000 units.
The last album to spend at least 13 weeks at No. 1 was One Thing at a Time, which logged 19 total nonconsecutive weeks at No. 1 between March 2023 and this March. The last album by a woman to spend at least 13 total weeks at No. 1 was Adele’s 21, which earned 24 nonconsecutive weeks on top in 2011-12.
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With Poets — Swift’s longest-leading album — she adds her 82nd career week at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, extending her record among soloists. (Elvis Presley has the second-most among soloists, with 67.) The total encompasses her 14 No. 1 albums. (She’s tied with Jay-Z for the most No. 1s among soloists.)
Also on the latest Billboard 200, the sleepy top 10, where no albums debut in the region, sees Chappell Roan’s The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess hit a new peak, as it climbs 8-4, surpassing its previous high of No. 5.
The Billboard 200 chart ranks the most popular albums of the week in the U.S. based on multi-metric consumption as measured in equivalent album units, compiled by Luminate. Units comprise album sales, track equivalent albums (TEA) and streaming equivalent albums (SEA). Each unit equals one album sale, or 10 individual tracks sold from an album, or 3,750 ad-supported or 1,250 paid/subscription on-demand official audio and video streams generated by songs from an album. The new Aug. 10, 2024-dated chart will be posted in full on Billboard‘s website on Aug. 6. For all chart news, follow @billboard and @billboardcharts on both X, formerly known as Twitter, and Instagram.
Of The Tortured Poets Department’s 71,000 units earned in the week ending Aug. 1, SEA units comprise 59,000 (down 8%, equaling 77.73 million on-demand official streams of the deluxe album’s 31 songs), album sales comprise 12,000 (up 34%, aided by a stock replenishment of a deluxe CD edition of the album in Swift’s webstore) and TEA units comprise a negligible sum (down 23%).
Wallen’s One Thing at a Time rises 6-2 with 64,000 equivalent album units earned (down 1%, also returning to No. 1 on Top Streaming Albums for the first time since March) and Zach Bryan’s The Great American Bar Scene climbs 5-3 with 61,000 (down 14%).
Chappell Roan’s The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess reaches a new peak, jumping 8-4 with 53,000 equivalent album units (though down 1%). The set previously topped out at No. 5 on the July 13-dated list. Billie Eilish’s Hit Me Hard and Soft ascends 9-5 with nearly 53,000 units (down 2%) and Stray Kids’ ATE falls 1-6 in its second week with 52,000 units (down 78%; it’s also No. 1 on Top Album Sales for a second week).
Eminem’s chart-topping The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce) dips 3-7 with 49,000 equivalent album units earned (down 37%), Twisters: The Album falls 7-8 with 44,000 units (down 23%), Charli XCX’s Brat returns to the top 10, rising 14-9 with 40,000 units (up 10%), and Noah Kahan’s Stick Season is steady at No. 10 with 39,000 units (down 10%).
Luminate, the independent data provider to the Billboard charts, completes a thorough review of all data submissions used in compiling the weekly chart rankings. Luminate reviews and authenticates data. In partnership with Billboard, data deemed suspicious or unverifiable is removed, using established criteria, before final chart calculations are made and published.