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Bizarrap & Shakira Rule Argentina Hot 100 Chart for a Second Week

Bizarrap and Shakira‘s “BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 53” adds a second week at No. 1 on the Billboard Argentina Hot 100 chart (dated Jan. 28). It’s the fourth “Music Session” by the Argentinian producer to rule the ranking for at least two weeks, leading with the eight-week champ “BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 52,” with Quevedo in 2022.

Luck Ra’s“Ya No Vuelvas,” featuring La K’Onga and Ke Personajes, holds steady at No. 2 for s third week. While Miley Cyrus secures her first top 10 as “Flowers” lifts 11-3. She bests her previous No. 40 high with “Midnight Sky” in 2020.

Cris Mj, Duki and Nicki Nicole’ “Marisola,” featuring Standly, drops 3-4; while TINI, La Joaqui and Steve Aoki’s “Muñecas” remains at its No. 5 high for a second week.

Elsewhere, Miranda!’s “Yo Te Diré,” with Lali, takes the Hot Shot Debut of the week, at No. 26. Previously the group scored a No. 40 high with “Don” last November.

Further, Bizarrap Duki, La T y La M’s “3 Estrellas en el Conjunto” notches the Greatest Gainer honors with a 26-position ascent, (100-71).

Lastly, three more songs debut this week, starting with Argentinian Lil Cake who scores his first entry as “Mercho,” with Migrantes, debuts at No. 78. Argentinian rapper Milo J clocks his firs chart appearance with “Milagrosa” at No. 92, while Quevedo and Ovy On The Drums secure a new entry with their latest collab “Sin Señal” at No. 98.

22 Black-Owned Fashion & Beauty Brands You Should Know About

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Black-owned businesses surged since the pandemic, but it hasn’t always been easy staying afloat. In an effort to showcase some of the many Black-owned companies that you might not be familiar with and some you may already know, we collected a list of more than a dozen fashion and beauty brands to support, now and forever. Black History Month is the perfect time to spotlight these Black-owned brands that you can shop all year long.

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See below for our list of Black-owned beauty and clothing lines.

Mielle Organics

Mielle Organics is a name that you may have already seen around the web, especially after the bestselling Rosemary Mint Scalp Hair Strengthening Oil went viral last month. Founded by Monique Rodriguez in 2014, the health-conscious brand of shampoos, conditioners, hair oils, vitamins and other products have been promoted by reality stars and social media influencers alike.

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Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening Oil With Biotin & Essential Oils

$8.99 $9.99 10% OFF

Mielle Organics carries dozens of products that you can find at Sally Beauty, Amazon, CVS, Target and other major retailers. Aside from the Rosemary Mint Oil, Mielle has an entire Rosemary Mint Collection which includes moisturizer and sealing cream in addition to the other collection such as mango & tulsi, pomegranate & honey, oats & honey, rice water, sea moss and more. Looking for a deal? Shoppers can save 40% off haircare bundles inspired by the character from the Prime Video series, Harlem.

Mented Cosmetics

Mented

Mented Cosmetics Complexion Bundle

$52 $65

A conversation about not being able to find the perfect lipstick shade sparked the idea that became Mented Cosmetics. Amanda E. Johnson and KJ Miller created the company because “every woman should be able to find herself in the world of beauty no matter her skin tone.” Made for your lips, face and skin, the Mented product lineup includes lipsticks (matte and liquid), concealer, blush, eyeshadow, foundation, eyeliner, lip liner, makeup brushes and more. The products are vegan, paraben free, cruelty free, dermatologically tested and available at Ulta Beauty, Amazon and MentedCosmetics.com.

Eden Body Works

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EDEN BodyWorks Lavender Aloe Anti-Breakage Deep Conditioner & Moisturizing Cowash Bundle

$17.46 $19.40

Like a lot of great ideas, EDEN BodyWorks was also born from necessity. Created in 2004 by Jasmine Lawrence, the brand offers body and hair care products made from clean, cruelty-free ingredients at an affordable price (everything in the line retails for less than $10-$12). One of EDEN’s top-reviewed products is the Coconut Shea Cleansing Co-wash, which is designed to remove buildup, along with restore, moisturize and detangle hair. You can purchase EDEN BodyWorks products at Target, Amazon, Sally Beauty and at EdenBodyWorks.com.

Unsun Cosmetics

Macy’s

Unsun Mineral Tinted Face Sunscreen

$29

Unsun Cosmetics grew out of a lack of sunscreen options for people of color. Founded in 2016 by Katonya Breaux (Frank Ocean’s mother), the company offers tinted sunscreens, body lotions, highlighters, body butters and more. You can purchase Unsun products at various retailers including Macy’s, Amazon, Nordstrom and UnsunCosmetics.com.

Black Girl Sunscreen

Ulta Beauty

Black Girl Sunscree Make It Glow SP30 Sunscreen

$14.99

Speaking of sun protection, Black Girl Sunscreen is another great option. The sunscreen is available as a lotion or spray and in stores and online at Target, Ulta Beauty and BlackGirlsSunscreen.com.

Bevel

Beards need love too! Bevel’s Beard Grooming Kit for Men comes with beard oil, conditioner, 2-in-1 beard balm and pomade.

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Mens Beard Grooming Kit by Bevel – Includes Beard Softener, Beard Balm, and Beard Oil to Soften, Hydrate, and Soothe

$59.99 $64.99 8% OFF

The company was founded by Tristan Walker to help customers embark on a positive beard journey. Bevel products have been clinically tested to help prevent clogged pores and skin irritation and are available at major retailers such as Amazon in addition to the Bevel website.

Pattern Beauty

Curl power! Emmy-nominated actress Tracee Ellis Ross launched Pattern Beauty because she wanted to “create a line of products that gave our hair the support it needed to be true to itself.” The brand carries shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, styling creams, hair tools and accessories including an edge tool, combs and the new Pattern Beauty blow dryer, which is “designed for curlies, coilies and tight-textures.”

Pattern Beauty

Pattern Beauty Blow Dryer

$189

This sleek and stylish blow dryer includes four unique attachments to help shape, stretch, smooth, and define your hair and is equipped with a powerful AC motor that reduces dry time and an ion generator to smooth the hair cuticle.

TPH by Taraji

Healthy hair starts at the scalp. Having spent years on movie set, photo shoots and red carpets wearing different hairstyles –- some of which damaged her hair — Taraji P. Henson took matters into her own hands.  

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TPH by Taraji Make It Rain Hydrating Deep Conditioner

$9.97

The Oscar-nominated actress began mixing her own hair concoctions over a decade ago and in 2020, she decided to let the world in on some of those haircare secrets with the launch of TPH by Taraji. “I was having issues keeping my scalp and hair clean,” said Henson. “There was nothing on the market that was servicing my needs, so I concocted something in the bathroom with an applicator and I perfected it with TPH,” Henson told Women’s Wear Daily in 2020.  

The line takes a “scalp-first” approach to hair car offering including gental but hydrating conditioners, cleansers, clarifying shampoos, hair milk and style defining gel. TPH by Taraji is available at Target, Walmart and Amazon and will be relaunching this year according to a statement on the brand’s website.

Sienna Naturals

Co-founded by Hannah Diop and Issa Rae, Sienna Naturals is a hair care brand for textured hair that features shampoos and conditioners free of harsh sulfates, parabens, silicones, artificial fragrances, dyes and other chemicals.

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Issa Rae’s Wash Day Ritual

$82 $92

One of the brand’s best sellers is The Issa Wash Day Ritual bundle (pictured), which comes with H.A.P.I. Shampoo, a Plant Power deep hydrating treatment mask, Dew Magic leave-in conditioner and Lock & Seal sealant.

The Nina Parker Collection

Founded by TV host and content creator, Nina Parker, the Nina Parker Collection is sold exclusively at Macy’s and features an array of affordably-priced styles ranging from sizes 0X-4X.

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The Nina Parker Collection Plus Size Faux Wrap Dress

$59.40 $99 40% off% OFF

A show-stopping, plus-size fashion line filled with trendy, comfortable and fashionable finds like the faux wrap dress pictured above and these pleather leggings with a cropped blazer, Parker’s collection aims to help you confidently embrace your curves while expressing your personal style. The line also carries bodycon dresses, tops, dusters, wide-leg pants, jeans, pencil skirts and more.

Fear of God

This luxury streetwear brand founded in Los Angeles in 2013 by designer Jerry Lorenzo. Fear of God offers a “distinct interpretation of American expression” by way of a collection of timeless pieces which includes outerwear, knitwear, tops, bottoms, suits, loungewear, footwear and accessories. This celeb-loved brand has been worn by Dwayne Wade, Justin Bieber, Michael B. Jordan, Selena Gomez, Queen Latifah, the late Virgil Abloh and more.

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Essentials Fear of God Off Black Coach Jacket

$170

The more affordable sister brand, Essentials Fear of God is nearly sold out at Pac Sun but there are still pieces in stock like the black coach jacket above. The Essentials collection includes sweatshirts, tees, shorts and pants.

Re Ona

Founded by sisters Christina and Philiscia Abayomi, this ready-to-wear label believes that clothing should be “effortless minimal and comfortable.”

Revolt

Re Ona Halterneck Dress

$122 $135

Re Ona carries a selection of transitional and structural, ethically-produced tank tops, shirts, bodysuits and dresses like the halterneck design pictured. Purchase via ReOna.ca and Revolve.

Pashko

Fashion for a good cause! Founded by Patrick Robinson, Pashko is a clothing brand that focusses on combatting the impact of racial and social inequality in the United States by bringing jobs to underserved communities.

Pashko

Pashko Tech Trousers

$188

The brand carries tank tops, shirts, pants, blazers, jackets and more via the Pashko website. Some of the best sellers include the Impecabbly Cut Tech-Trousers ($188) pictured above and the Slim-Fit Tapered Stretch Track Pants ($168).

Victor Glemaud

New York born, Haitian-American designer Victor Glemaud launched his collection of statement knitwear in 2006. Glemaud’s fashionable, figure-hugging designs include the long-sleeve, cutout dress pictured below.

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Victor Glemaud Boat Neck Long Sleeve Dress with Side Cut Outs

$525

Prior to launching his own label, Glemaud worked for Paco Rebanne and Tommy Hilfiger. Victor Glemaud clothing is available at Revolve and Glemaud.com.

Anima Iris

A high fashion brand founded by Wilglory Tanjong, Anima Iris carries a piece of Africa in every design. After graduating college Tanjong, who was born in Cameroon and raised in the U.S., spent months traveling around the Motherland exploring African cities like Nairobi, Dakar, Marrakech and Accra.

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Baby ZURI, Ariel

$425.00

The brand’s collection of gorgeous bags are handcrafted in Dakar, Senegal, and manufactured with a “zero-waste philosophy” in mind as materials are sourced in limited quantities. The Baby Zuri ($425) handbag above is a mini version of the traditional Zuri bag ($910) and available in four different colors.

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Love Vera

Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty might be the biggest Black-owned lingerie company, but it’s certainly not the only one. Meet Love Vera, a Black-owned lingerie brand that’s “raising the bar for representation and inclusivity.”

Love, Vera

Love, Vera Appliqué 3 Piece Garter Set Black

$97

Founded by Vera Moore, the brand carries bras, panties, bustiers, garters and more in sizes ranging from small to 4X.

Jessica Rich

Jessica Rich made PVC pumps into a fashion movement. Chloe Bailey, Saweetie, Lil Kim, Cardi B, Jennifer Hudson and Keke Palmer are just some of the celebs who have been snapped in her stylish shoes.

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Jessica Rich Monaco Ankle Strap Sandal

$162.50 $250 35% off% OFF

The shoe designer, fashion expert and former host (who’s also the great-niece of Patti LaBelle) made PVC her signature, but the line also has mesh pumps, sandals, mules and platforms in varying styles and designs.

D. Bleu Dazzled

A little sparkle never hurts! Founded by Destiny Bleu, this dazzling line landed on the map for its selection of crystallized fishnets pictured and thigh highs — featuring phrases like “F–k You,” “Keep Your Distance” and “Look But Don’t Touch.”

Etsy

D. Bleu Dazzled Crystallized Black Fishnet Tights

$75

Beyoncé, Shania Twain and Lady Gaga are a few stars who have worn D. Bleu Dazzled creations, which includes a selection of bejeweled gloves, mesh skirts, hoodies, joggers, sports bras, durags, lingerie and other bedazzled items available at DBleuDazzled.com and the D. Bleu Dazzled Etsy shop.

Buttah by Dorion Renaud

Buttah Skin is an organic animal- and cruelty-free unisex skincare line created for all shades of melanin skin. The brand, founded by actor Dorion Renaud, uses “proven-effective, good-for-your ingredients” which are made to target different skincare needs including dryness, discoloration, oiliness, and blemishes.

Buttah Skin

Buttah Skin Transforming Kit

$53.99

Did we mention that it’s Beyoncé approved? Buttah Skin is available in major retailers such as Amazon, Macy’s, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, and Ulta Beauty.

Design Essentials

From shampoo and conditioners to detanglers and scalp tonics, Design Essentials has just about anything that you might need to cleanse, condition, prep, style, train and maintain your hair.

Design Essentials

Design Essentials Kukui & Coconut Hydrating Leave-In Conditioner, 12oz

$12

This Black-owned, women-led hair care brand offers up a huge list of products with best-sellers like the Kukui & Coconut Hydrating Leave-In Conditioner ($12) featured above, and the Almond & Avocado Curl Enhancing Mousse ($16.99). Shop by texture, regimen, hair solution or by a specific collection to suit your hair needs. You can find the brand’s products at Ulta, JCPenny and DesignEssentials.com.

Foot Nanny

A collection designed for the sole. Gloria Williams launched Footnanny with her mother’s legacy of health and wellness in mind.

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Footnanny – Vegan Foot Cream Feet Massaging and Pre Pedicure Relaxing 100% Vegan & Cruelty Free

$46.95

The line of foot creams and butters in different scents, including lavender, lemon and peppermint as well as unscented options and gift sets available at Footnanny.com and Amazon.

We Dream in Colour

Founded by Jade Gedeon, We Dream in Colour has gorgeous, handmade earrings, necklaces and bracelets that will glam up any look.

Neiman Marcus

We Dream in Colour Little Laelia Earrings

$135

The dazzling design inspirations are inspired by Gedeon’s childhood in the Caribbean and her nomadic lifestyle.  Every piece is assembled by an all-women team and range in price from around $45 and up. We Dream in Colour is available at Neiman Marcus and through the brand’s website.

HHW Gaming: Derek Jeter Dons Yankee Pinstripes Again For MLB The Show 23: The Captain Edition

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Earlier this week, it was announced Miami Marlins’ electric All-Star Jazz Chisholm is the new cover athlete for the 2023 edition of The Show. New York Yankees fans rejoice. Derek Jeter is gracing the cover of the MLB The Show 23: The Captain Edition.

The announcement of the Captain Edition of MLB The Show 23 came last night during the World Series-winning/ Hall-of-Fame shortstop’s visit to The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon Show.

The 14x All-Star, 5x World Series Champion, 5x Silver Slugger, 2000 World Series MVP, and former CEO of the Miami Marlins is the latest MLB pro to grab a collector’s edition cover of the game, and honestly is a fantastic choice.

It has to be epic when putting someone of Derek Jeter’s stature on the cover of a game. PlayStation Studios contracted visual artist Sanford Greene to envision the larger-than-life athlete on the cover to make that happen.

On the cover, Jeter is drawn jumping out of Yankee Stadium, aka The House That Jeter built, flanked by tons of easter eggs for New York Yankees and MLB fans to spot.

Along with The Captain’s Edition, a Digital Deluxe Edition was also announced. Anyone who purchases the Collector’s Editions, The Digital Deluxe Edition, or The Captain Edition of MLB The Show 23 will get early access to the game.

The Captain Edition of MLB, The Show 23 on PlayStation consoles, includes both a PS4 (disc) and a PS5 (voucher download code) entitlement.

If you purchase the digital version of The Standard Edition on PlayStation or Xbox, you can upgrade for $10. The option is not available for copies of the physical Standard Edition.

The Digital Deluxe Edition Includes:

  • Full Game for PS4 and PS5*
  • [4] Days Early Access
  • Double Daily Login Rewards (For the life cycle of MLB The Show 23)

Additional Digital Items

  • [1] Captain’s Choice Pack
  • [1] To Be Announced Choice Pack
  • [1] To Be Announced Uniform Choice Pack
  • [5] Gold Choice Packs 
  • [20] Show Packs
  • [1] Ballplayer Pack
  • [1] Derek Jeter Cover art bat Skin
  • [30,000] Stubs™ for MLB The Show 23

MLB The Show 23 The Captain Edition is $99.99 & Includes:

  • Full Game for PS4 and PS5
  • New Era MLB The Show 9FIFTY Limited Edition Cap
  • Limited Edition Steel Book
  • [4] Days Early Access
  • Double Daily Login Rewards** (For the life cycle of MLB The Show 23)

Additional Digital Items

  • [1] Captain’s Choice Pack
  • [1] To be announced Choice Pack
  • [1] To be announced Uniform Choice Pack
  • [2] Gold Choice Packs 
  • [5] Show Packs
  • [1] Ballplayer Pack
  • [1] Derek Jeter Cover art bat Skin
  • [10,000] Stubs™ for MLB The Show 23

Also announced was the MLB The Show 23 Technical Test, which will begin on February 15 around 10 am PST and ends at 10 am PST on February 21.

The game launches on March 28, 2023. The standard edition on PlayStation 4 is $59.99, and $69.99 on the PlayStation 5. The game will also launch on the Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.

The game will also be on Xbox Game Pass.



Photo: PlayStation Studios / MLB The Show 23: The Captain Edition

Billy Porter Hosts 1st Episode Of 4-Part BET Docuseries ‘Black + Iconic’

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BET has announced that it will be airing a four-part docuseries to highlight the legacies and accomplishments of Black creatives across several mediums including dance, fashion, music and film. And who better to host the first episode of the series than actor, writer, director, singer and frequent red carpet slayer Billy Porter?

According to Variety, Porter will kick off the new series, titled Black + Iconic, by narrating, hosting and executive producing the first part, Black + Iconic: Style Gods, which will be directed by producer, director and CEO of Black Robin Media, Lynne Robinson. The series was developed by showrunners Connie Orlando and Jason Samuels and supervising producer Steven Ramey.

“We’re thrilled to be working with BET again after the success of our first project together, ‘Through the Fire: The Legacy of Barack Obama,’” said Stanley Nelson, a Firelight Films co-founder who will produce the series. “I couldn’t think of a better home for this series celebrating Black icons via the numerous mediums through which Black creatives have made an indelible mark on the culture.”

The first episode of the series, which has a two-hour run time, will premiere Feb. 18 at 8 p.m. on BET+, BET, BET Her and VH1.

We’re here for any programming that celebrates the Black excellence of Black creatives, and Billy Porter deserves all the shine he can get. So, this is definitely a good look from BET. One can only wonder what other Black icons will be featured in the series.

Dame Dash Says Jay-Z Only Offered Him $1.5M For His Stake Of Roc-A-Fella

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It seems Dame Dash and Jay-Z are still not on good terms; even professionally. He says Hov only offered him 1.5 million for his stake of Roc-A-Fella Records. 

As spotted Complex the outspoken mogul continues to be vocal as ever regarding all the ups and downs of bossing up. Recently the Harlem, New York native was as a guest on VEUIT TV. While he and the host discussed a variety of topics Dame’s reveal regarding his piece of the iconic record label quickly went viral. “When I was offered a certain amount of money for my interest in Roc-A-Fella Inc., which owns Reasonable Doubt, they offered me, like, a million and a half dollars—Jay-Z. And I was like, ‘That’s some disrespectful sh*t. So, I guess I have to sell it someplace else.’”

In 2022 Dash decided to take his percentage of the brand and sell it as a NFT as per his cousin and legal eagle Ronald Sweeney. The sale was quickly halted as Roc-A-Fella claimed Dame could not legally move forward with the sale. “The bottom line is simple: Dash can’t sell what he doesn’t own,” the company responded, as per by Rolling Stone. “By attempting such a sale, Dash has converted a corporate asset and has breached his fiduciary duties. His planned auction of Reasonable Doubt would result in irreparable harm. The Court should stop Dash from attempting to sell the copyright to Reasonable Doubt, require Dash to return the NFT of Reasonable Doubt to RAF, Inc., and hold him accountable for this brazen theft of RAF, Inc.’s most prized asset.”

Dash claims the lawsuit was based on inaccurate information saying “I got the lawsuit, ’cause again, I got accused of doing something I didn’t, to stop me from doing it, and then everybody just went missing,” he explained. “So I had to deal with the lawsuit on my own.” Luckily, the parties came to the agreement  where he could sell his portion of Roc-A-Fella Records but “dispose of any property interest in Reasonable Doubt.”

You can watch Dash discuss things below starting at the matter below.

Taylor Swift Drops ‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’ Vinyl in the Perfect Color Ahead of 2023 Grammys

Taylor Swift surprised Swifties on Thursday (Feb. 2) with a new version of Red (Taylor’s Version) on vinyl, and it’s finally available in, you guessed it, burning red.

“How are we celebrating All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (The Short Film)’s #GRAMMYs nominations? Dancing ‘round the kitchen in the refrigerator light…and heading to store.taylorswift.com to get #RedTaylorsVersionVinyl in burning red, while supplies last,” Taylor Nation shared on its social media accounts to spread the news.

Previously, the red edition of the re-recording had only been available as a Target exclusive, while the vinyl sold from Swift’s official webstore was just basic black when the album was released in Nov. 2021. At the time, the fan favorite record moved 605,000 album equivalent units to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. Of that number, 114,000 were vinyl sales, and Red (Taylor’s Version) ultimately ended the year as the third top-selling vinyl of 2021 after just seven weeks of sales.

While some fans clamored in the comments for info on the next re-recording their queen might have up her sleeve — ahem, Speak Now (Taylor’s Version), anyone? — others were happy to revel in the refrigerator light of their favorite autumn album. “I remember this era all too well,” one fan commented. Others added sentiments like, “it’s always time for the red era,” “More like all too unwell now,” and “red (taylor’s version) as a red vinyl??? absolute PERFECTION!!!” (There was also a particularly hilarious joker, who couldn’t help deadpanning, “We were all wrong Red (Taylor’s Version) was actually next.”)

At this weekend’s Grammy Awards, Swift’s ten-minute version of “All Too Well” is up for both song of the year and best music video. Meanwhile, vault track “I Bet You Think About Me” earned a nomination for best country song and “Carolina” from Where the Crawdads Sing got a nod for best song written for visual media.

Get a look at the red version of Red (Taylor’s Version) below.

LE SSERAFIM’s ‘Fearless’ Tops Japan Hot 100

LE SSERAFIM’s “Fearless” hits No. 1 on this week’s Billboard Japan Hot 100, dated Feb. 1, preventing Official HIGE DANdism’s “Subtitle” from extending its all-time record for weeks at No. 1.

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The six-member girl group’s first single in Japan ruled physical sales with 321,717 copies sold in its first week. In other metrics of the chart’s measurement, the single came in at No. 7 for video views, No. 14 for radio airplay, No. 41 in downloads, and No. 55 in streaming, leading this week’s song chart with 9,376 points overall.

After scoring its 12th week at No. 1 on the Japan Hot 100 last week, Official HIGE DANdism’s “Subtitle” slows down in all metrics besides radio and slips to No. 2 for the first time in nine weeks with 8,687 overall points, down by about 8 percent from the previous week.

This week saw the breakthrough of girl groups on the Japan Hot 100. TWICE’s “Moonlight Sunrise” jumps 20-5, fueled by streaming (No. 5, up 127 percent from last week) and video (No. 2, up 12 percent). Rising five-member K-pop group NewJeans’s “Ditto” also breaks into the top 10 after crawling up the list these past several weeks (12→18→13→12→11→10). The track was powered by streaming, coming in at No. 4 for the metric.

The Billboard Japan Hot 100 combines physical and digital sales, audio streams, radio airplay, YouTube and GYAO! video views and karaoke data.

Check out the full Billboard Japan Hot 100 chart, tallying the week from Jan. 23 to Jan. 29, here. For more on Japanese music and charts, visit Billboard Japan’s English Twitter account.

WME’s Music Division Promotes 7 to Partner, 12 to Agent

WME’s music department has promoted seven to partner and 12 to agent across its global offices in Beverly Hills, New York, Nashville, London and Sydney.

Agents recently promoted to partner are: Dave Bradley (co-head of WME’s pop division based in London, with clients including Dua Lipa, Kim Petras and LCD Soundsystem); Brendan Long (London-based and representing electronic music artists including Richie Hawtin, Eric Prydz and Adam Beyer); Henry Glascock (Nashville-based, with clients including Parker McCollum, Catie Offerman and Randy Rogers Band); Doug Singer (Beverly Hills-based, with clients including Orville Peck, Blood Orange and Vince Staples, also appointed department lead for podcast and book tours); Bradley Rainey (who leads WME’s music for visual media group, with a roster that includes Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, Randy Newman and Max Richter); Levi Jackson (who leads the tour marketing team for all WME clients including Adele, Luke Combs, Travis Scott, Bruno Mars, Foo Fighters and more) and Jared Rampersaud (Beverly Hills-based and working across the agency’s roster, specializing in live performances for private events and brand activations).

Those promoted to agent in contemporary music include Kidder Erdman, Phillip Richard and Henry Delargy in Beverly Hills; Anna Horowitz and Josh Sanchez in New York; Tom Larner in London; and Brendan Moylan in Sydney. In Nashville, Becca Chisholm, Caleb Fenn, Carter Green and Kanan Vitolo became agents in the country music department and Morgan Carney became an agent in Christian music.

“These promotions showcase the breadth of our client roster and how far we can go in servicing our artists,” said Lucy Dickins, WME’s global head of contemporary music and touring, and Becky Gardenhire, co-head of WME’s Nashville office, in a joint statement. “We are so proud of the leadership and ingenuity each of these individuals has demonstrated, and we look forward to what they will achieve.”

The Weeknd Announces ‘Live at SoFi Stadium’ Concert Special for HBO Max

The Weeknd will be coming to HBO Max sooner than you think.

While his original series The Idol is set to premiere on the streaming platform in 2023, the superstar announced Thursday (Feb. 2) that his “Live at SoFi Stadiumconcert special will arrive Feb. 25.

The Ethiopian-Canadian performer posted the concert special’s poster on his socials, which featured his masked persona clutching a microphone in one hand and raising his other against the blood orange backdrop.

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He originally scheduled two back-to-back dates at the Inglewood venue for his After Hours Til Dawn Tour in September, but The Weeknd canceled his second show in the beginning of his set after he lost his voice. The “Sacrifice” singer then rescheduled the shortened show to November and added a second date during Thanksgiving weekend.

The Weeknd’s last music TV special, The Weeknd x The Dawn FM Experience, arrived on Amazon Prime Video in February 2022, which served as a theatrical expansion of his last studio album Dawn FM that topped charts across the globe. Dawn FM follows his critically acclaimed fourth LP After Hours, which debuted and remained at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for four consecutive weeks.

His upcoming series The Idol, which The Weeknd is starring in and co-writing with Euphoria creator Sam Levinson, will follow a female pop singer who sparks a romance with an enigmatic LA club owner who doubles as a leader of a secret cult. Starring Lily-Rose Depp, the show also features Troye Sivan, BLACKPINK‘s Jennie, Mike Dean and more.

See The Weeknd’s announcement below.

Greta Thunberg’s Punching Bag Andrew Tate Denied Bail By Romanian Appeals Court

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A Romanian appeals court has hit alt-right clown Andrew Tate with some bad news.

Call it a bad case of karma, but immediately after he tried to come for Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg on Twitter, he not only got dunked on by the teen, he was arrested in Romania on December 29.

A Romanian appeals court will not allow him to be released on bail, so he will continue sitting in a jail cell.

Per Raw Story:

A Romanian appeals court rejected Wednesday a new bail request by Andrew Tate, the controversial influencer being investigated along with his brother for alleged human trafficking and rape.

A Bucharest court on January 21 had extended the two men’s detention for 30 days as the inquiry proceeds into alleged coercement of women into prostitution as part of an organized criminal gang.

Tate, 36, and his brother Tristan, 34, have denied the charges since their arrest in late December.

“Ask them for evidence and they will give you none. Because it doesn’t exist. You’ll find out the truth of this case soon,” Andrew Tate told journalists as he was escorted from the appeals court.

Tina Glandian, Tates’ American attorney, claims it’s a direct violation of the two men’s rights to be held in jail without any charges being filed.

Tate and his brother, Tristan, moved to Romania several years ago, and Tristan just had a baby. She also told the press at a news conference that she doesn’t “believe they are a flight risk.”

“They’ve known since April that there’s an investigation, and if they intended to flee… they could have left Romania. They have not, they have ties here to the country,” she continued.

Life Came At Andrew Tate Very Fast

Tate, his brother, and two other Romanian men were thrown in jail for alleged trafficking, recruiting, and exploiting women and forcing them to do”pornographic acts with a view to producing and disseminating such material.”

Properties connected to Tate and his brother were the subject of raids by Romanian police with many of his assets, including his collection of 15 luxury vehicles he bragged about, 14 watches, and different “sums of money” in other currencies seized by authorities.

When you Google the term “life comes at you fast,” a picture of Andrew Tate and his brother should be under it.

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