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“We all must make a choice — to be a hero or a villain.” The familiarity of Morgan Freeman’s commanding voice couldn’t calm down the fans — 80,000 of them, reportedly — standing around Coachella’s Sahara Tent. The perilous tone of his monologue, paired with producer Mike Dean’s sinister synths, stressed the festival’s need for […]
Another Life Is Beautiful festival is in the books. The 2023 iteration of the annual festival — which celebrates music, art and food — took place in downtown Las Vegas for the final weekend of the summer (Sept. 22-24) and saw some of the music industry’s biggest and brightest stars hitting various stages for impressive […]
At Houston’s NRG Stadium on Aug. 29, Karol G invited a special guest to join her onstage: her international tour’s opening act, the Puerto Rican rapper Young Miko. Clad in a vibrant pink crop top and matching baggy pants, Young Miko took Karol by the hand as the two sang their collaborative hit, “Dispo,” moving […]
On Wednesday (Sept. 21), members of ASCAP turned out for the organization’s 12th annual We Write the Songs concert at the Coolidge Auditorium in Washington, D.C.As in previous years, the concert was held to celebrate gifts from The ASCAP Foundation to the Library of Congress “of the original manuscripts, lead sheets, lyrics sheets, photos and letters of some of America’s greatest creators of words and music,” according to a press release.
Co-hosted by The Library of Congress, Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden and The ASCAP Foundation president Paul Williams, the night featured performances by songwriters and producers performing songs they wrote or co-wrote. They included Jermaine Dupri, performing “Confessions/Confessions Part II” (Usher) and “We Belong Together” (Mariah Carey); Madison Love, performing “Kings & Queens” (Ava Max) and “Turbulence” (P!nk)”; Pasek & Paul, performing “Waving Through a Window” (from Dear Evan Hansen) and “This is Me” (The Greatest Showman); Matthew West, performing “My Jesus” (Anne Wilson) and “Truth Be Told”; and closing act Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, performing “Human” (The Human League) and “Miss You Much” (Janet Jackson).
The night’s performers were introduced by members of Congress from both sides of the aisle, including Rep. Mark Green (R-TN), who introduced West; Rep. Hank Johnson (D-GA), who introduced Dupri; Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), who introduced Pasek & Paul; and Congressional Songwriters Caucus co-chairs Rep. Ted Lieu (D-CA), who introduced Love, and Rep. Ben Cline (R-VA), who introduced Jam and Lewis.
“To us music creators, the Library is the Fort Knox of our copyrights — thank you for being our allies in protecting creators’ rights,” said Williams, also ASCAP’s president/chairman as well as a songwriter, at the event. “We have ASCAP members from all 50 states, in each and every district of our great nation. Some of our songwriters and composers may not be household names, but their songs are instantly recognizable and beloved by millions, all thanks to the hard work they put in behind the scenes to soundtrack our lives.”
The concert was held ahead of ASCAP’s annual Stand With Songwriters advocacy day in D.C. on Thursday, during which songwriters and composers were slated to meet with members of Congress. This year, a particular focus was on the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI), with ASCAP members on hand to urge lawmakers to adhere to the six key principles for AI adopted by the ASCAP board of directors earlier this year.
In addition to songwriters and producers who performed at the We Write the Songs concert, those slated to participate in the advocacy day included songwriter-producer Cirkut along with ASCAP songwriter, composer and publisher board members Bob Bruderman, Desmond Child, Marti Cuevas, Sharon Farber, Dan Foliart, Ree Guyer, James M. Kendrick, Evan Lamberg, Michelle Lewis, Alex Shapiro, Jonathan Singer and Jimmy Webb.
ASCAP additionally invited its songwriter, composer and music publisher members from all 50 states to join in the lobbying effort via social media all week long.
Check out photos from the We Write the Songs event below.
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Elizabeth Matthews, ASCAP CEO (center), with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis at ASCAP Foundations “We Write the Songs” Event in Washington, D.C. on September 20, 2023.
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Nicole George-Middleton, ASCAP SVP of Membership and Executive Director of The ASCAP Foundation (center); with Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis, Benj Pasek and Justin Paul at ASCAP Foundations “We Write the Songs” Event in Washington, D.C. on September 20, 2023.
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Rep. Judy Chu, Jimmy Jam and Elizabeth Matthews, ASCAP CEO, attend ASCAP Foundations “We Write the Songs” Event in Washington, D.C. on September 20, 2023.
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Jimmy Jam, Sen. Bill Hagerty, Paul Williams, ASCAP President and Matthew West attend ASCAP Foundations “We Write the Songs” Event in Washington, D.C. on September 20, 2023.
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Paul Williams, ASCAP President and Chairman of the Board speaks at ASCAP Foundations “We Write the Songs” Event in Washington, D.C. on September 20, 2023.
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Benj Pasek and Justin Paul perform at ASCAP Foundations “We Write the Songs” Event in Washington, D.C. on September 20, 2023.
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Matthew West performs at ASCAP Foundations “We Write the Songs” Event in Washington, D.C. on September 20, 2023.
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Madison Love performs at ASCAP Foundations “We Write the Songs” Event in Washington, D.C. on September 20, 2023.
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Carla Hayden, 14th Librarian of Congress, speaks onstage at ASCAP Foundations “We Write the Songs” Event in Washington, D.C. on September 20, 2023.
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Rep. Hank Johnson speaks onstage at ASCAP Foundations “We Write the Songs” Event in Washington, D.C. on September 20, 2023.
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Jermaine Dupri performs at ASCAP Foundations “We Write the Songs” Event in Washington, D.C. on September 20, 2023.
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Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis perform at ASCAP Foundations “We Write the Songs” Event in Washington, D.C. on September 20, 2023.
Shakira walks into a luxurious upstairs suite at Miami Beach’s Versace mansion wearing high-waisted jeans, a loose T-shirt and a baseball cap pushed low over her forehead, her hair pulled back in a tangle of dirty-blonde braids. Far from cameras, her face is practically devoid of makeup save for mascara, and her eyes are wide […]
“We called this the Good Riddance Acoustic Shows, but we’re doing things from previous times … and future times,” teased singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams. Talking to the packed yet intimate room at the Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever in Los Angeles (which has a capacity of around 150) on Sept. 14, Abrams was joined onstage by her close […]
Jamie Foxx
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d4vd‘s star is officially on the rise, and Spotify has taken notice. The 18-year-old singer — who broke through with the 2022 tracks “Romantic Homicide” and “Here With Me” — is one of a handful of performers selected by the music streamer to participate in its #PopRisingOnTour, which shines a light on the artists featured […]
Dulce María remembers those crazy days, back in 2006, when she and the other five teenage members of RBD would finish recording their telenovela on the Televisa forum at 4 in the afternoon. From there, they would be picked up by a helicopter, flown to a private airport, then to another city, and finally taken directly to some arena, where they would sing and dance for two hours or more. Afterwards, they’d be back at the hotel, where, if there was time, they would rehearse or record some music.The following day, they would do it all over again.
“It was being on a roller coaster that never stops,” says Dulce María today. “You can’t assimilate neither the good nor the not so good, until you stop and it’s, ah!”
Everything stopped on December 22, 2008, when RBD, perhaps the most successful Latin pop group of all time, gave their last concert in Madrid.
But 15 years later, five of the six original members of the group have returned in what appears to be one of the most monumental reunions in Latin music.
In an exclusive interview with Billboard and Billboard Español, Anahí, Dulce María, Maite, Christian and Christopher sat down together for the first time in over a decade and spoke at length about their return to the stage, what RBD meant in their lives, where they are today, and their role and legacy in Latin pop music.
Check out the exclusive photos below and read the Billboard cover story by Leila Cobo here.
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Anahí
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Christian Chávez
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Maite Perroni
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Christopher von Uckermann
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Dulce María
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Clockwise from left: Anahí, Christian Chávez, Dulce María, Christopher von Uckermann and Maite Perroni of RBD.
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Maite Perroni
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Christian Chávez
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Dulce María
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Christopher von Uckermann
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Anahí
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.When it comes to planning a trip, where should you even begin? Well, if you’re a music fan, you could plan your vacation around music history, so Billboard has rounded up 13 landmarks that should be on every music fan’s travel bucket list — along with a few hotel and tour recommendations and links to cheap flights.
Eleven of the hot spots are in the United States, while a couple — Abbey Road and Strawberry Field — are specifically for Beatles fans visiting the U.K. For Abbey Road, fans can snap a photo on the famed London crosswalk where the band shot the cover of their 1969 album or even tour the studio where the LP was recorded. Strawberry Field is in the band’s hometown of Liverpool — which is a two-hour-plus train ride from London — and was a Salvation Army children’s home that inspired the 1967 song “Strawberry Fields Forever.”
Back to the U.S., if you’re looking to head Down South, you could visit Pigeon Forge, Tenn., for the Dolly Parton-themed Dollywood amusement park, or Elvis Presley fans can get a double dose of The King in Memphis, Tenn.: at his Graceland mansion or Sun Studio where he recorded his very first song. Plus, don’t forget to pay homage to country music in Nashville at the Grand Ole Opry and Country Music Hall of Fame. If you’re looking for a centrally located hotel, the Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown is walking distance from the Country Music Hall of Fame and a short drive from the Grand Ole Opry. The four-star hotel, which opened last year, features panoramic views of downtown Nashville, an on-site restaurant, indoor pool, fitness center, business center and live music. Outside Tennessee, there’s the famous Preservation Hall in New Orleans, which is home to the Preservation Hall Jazz Band.
Elsewhere across America, there’s Prince’s beloved Paisley Park in Chanhassen, Minn., where fans will get a first-hand look at Prince’s personal archives, including his awards, wardrobe and musical instruments. Also featured on the list: Motown Museum in Detroit and the famous Apollo Theater in Harlem, N.Y.; the scenic Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colo.; the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland; and Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, N.Y., which was the site of the Woodstock music festival in 1969.
Below, find photos of all these important locations of music history.
Paisley Park (Chanhassen, Minnesota)
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If you love Prince, then Paisley Park should already be on your bucket list. The 65,000-square-foot estate is located on 9 acres in Park Chanhassen, Minn. Looking for a close hotel? The Country Inn & Suites by Radisson is located less than 2 miles away.
Abbey Road (London)
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Abbey Road, where the Beatles famously crossed in 1969 for their iconic album cover, in London. Find a list of nearby hotels here.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (Cleveland)
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The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland was famously designed by architect I.M. Pei. You can purchase one-day tickets and season passes to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Red Rocks Amphitheatre (Morrison, Colorado)
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Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Cash, Diana Ross, Bruce Springsteen, U2, Stevie Wonder and Bob Dylan are just some of the legends who have performed at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Located in Morrison, Colo., Red Rocks opened to the public in 1941 and seats over 9,000 fans. See a list of upcoming concerts at Red Rocks here.
Dollywood (Pigeon Forge, Tennessee)
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Everybody loves Dolly! Check out this epic sign at the entrance to the Dollywood family amusement park in Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
Motown Museum (Detroit)
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The Motown Museum is home to Hitsville U.S.A., the original home of Motown Records in Detroit. Some of the hotels close to the Detroit Museum include Aloft Detroit at the David Whitney and Hilton Garden Inn Downtown.
Strawberry Field (Liverpool, England)
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Formerly a Salvation Army children’s home in Liverpool, England, Strawberry Field became famous as the inspiration behind The Beatles’ 1967 single “Strawberry Fields Forever.” Want to visit? Find flights to London from $88 and up here.
Grand Ole Opry (Nashville, Tennessee)
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Talk about a showstopper! This giant guitar is at the entrance to the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville.
Woodstock (Bethel, New York)
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An aerial view of Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, site of the 1969 Woodstock Festival, in Bethel, N.Y. Click here for a roundup of upcoming concerts.
Sun Studio (Memphis)
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Memphis’ Sun Studio is famous for being the location where Elvis Presley recorded his very first song. Click here to reserve tickets to tour Memphis attractions like Sun Studio, Beale Street and Peabody Hotel.
Apollo Theater (Harlem, New York)
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The marquee at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, N.Y., never gets old. Visit apollotheater.org for tickets to Apollo’s infamous Amatuer Night.
Preservation Hall (New Orleans)
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The entrance to the Preservation Hall jazz venue in New Orleans. Curious about the sounds of NOLA? Click here to reserve your spot on a New Orleans Music Tour.
Graceland (Memphis, Tennessee)
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Want to visit Elvis Presley’s Graceland Mansion in Memphis, Tenn.? Graceland offers several differnt tours, such as the Ultimate VIP Tour that includes a self-guided tour of Elvis’ custom jets, full access to the mansion’s entertainment complex, an exhibit on the making of Elvis, exclusive photo opportunities, and a personal show-and-tell session of Graceland archives.