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For his return to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Wednesday night (May 21), Jin transformed the stage into a giant bed — and Billboard has the exclusive preview photos to prove it. The BTS member made himself at home in Studio 6B, getting extra cozy for his performance of “Don’t Say You Love […]

Dragon Pony is a four-member Korean rock band bringing fresh energy and musical depth to the scene. Signed under Antenna, they debuted on September 26, 2024, with the EP POP UP, delivering raw emotion and a genre-blending sound. Their name comes from the members’ zodiac signs — leader An Tae-gyu is a Dragon, while the others were born in the Year of the Horse — symbolizing strength, balance and unity. Each member actively contributes to songwriting and production, creating music rooted in honest storytelling and rock’s dynamic edge.With their debut EP’s title track, they announced themselves with an anthem of self-expression and bold ambition. Since then, they’ve played major stages like the Busan International Rock Festival, launched a nationwide club tour, and even sold out a show in Taipei. Their latest EP, Not Out (March 2025), signals further growth and ambition, as the band sets its sights on global stages and future collaborations.
Dragon Pony is not just a band to watch; they’re a force redefining what modern Korean rock can be.
Please introduce Dragon Pony. What kind of team are you, and what kind of music do you pursue?
An Tae Gyu: Hello, we are Dragon Pony. The music we make is all about sharing candid stories and emotions, built on band sounds and loaded with raw, passionate energy. We’re not stuck to any one single format or genre — we just want to make good music that feels right to us.
What’s the meaning behind the name “Dragon Pony”?
Pyun Sung Hyun: In Korea, your zodiac sign is determined by the year you were born. An Tae Gyu was born in 2000, so he’s a Dragon. The rest of us — Kwon Se Hyuk, Ko Gang Hun and I — were born in 2002, the year of the Horse. That’s how we came up with the name “Dragon Pony.” Dragons and horses are both strong, powerful creatures, and we thought that the energy fit perfectly with the rock sound we’re going for.
How did the members meet and form the team?
Kwon Se Hyuk: Pyun Sung Hyun, Ko Gang Hun and I went to the same high school. Ko Gang Hun and I passed Antenna’s audition together, but I had no idea that Pyun Sung Hyun had auditioned too. A few months later, when I heard a new trainee was joining us, I was shocked to find out it was him. Eventually, An Tae Gyu came onboard. As our leader, he’s done an amazing job bringing us together, and that’s how the four of us formed Dragon Pony.
What message did you want to convey through your debut album or title track?
Ko Gang Hun: The title of our debut album and lead single POP UP reflects our sudden entrance into the music scene as well as our drive to make ourselves known. Since it’s our first release, it sends a clear message: “Let’s show the world the kind of music we do best.” If you listen to the entire album, you’ll get a good sense of the sound Dragon Pony is bringing to the table.
How did it feel to be onstage for the first time?
An Tae Gyu: We played our first show at Club FF in Hongdae, Seoul. I was super nervous since the crowd was way bigger than we expected. There was this mix of anxiety and excitement as we waited to see how the audience would react to our music
What do you think is Dragon Pony’s unique musical color?
Pyun Sung Hyun: Dragon Pony is a band where all four of us take part in writing, composing, arranging and producing, which lets us explore a wide range of musical styles — and that’s definitely one of our biggest strengths. We’re all huge fans of ’70s and ’80s hard rock, and that influence runs deep in the sound we create. If you listen to “To. Nosy Boy” and “Waste” from our latest EP Not Out, you’ll quickly understand what makes our music unique.
What is the most important element for you when working on music?
An Tae Gyu: For me, the melody and lyrics are the most important. As a vocalist, I’m the one delivering the song directly to the audience, so I naturally focus on those two elements.
Pyun Sung Hyun: I think music should leave a lasting impression — and for me, it’s usually the melody that stays with me. That’s why I try to write melodies that really linger in your ears.
Kwon Se Hyuk: The melody and lyrics are the backbone of any song. You can change the chords and shift the vibe, but changing the melody or lyrics transforms the whole song. So when I start working on a track, I always begin with those two elements before building everything else around them.
Ko Gang Hun: I prioritize sound above everything. When I listen to music, the first thing that hits me is the texture of the sound. So when I’m writing, I focus on crafting fresh, distinctive sounds that grab your attention right away.
What aspects of stage performance do you pay special attention to?
Ko Gang Hun: Since performances happen live, right in front of the audience, I think their reactions and energy matter the most. That’s why we put a lot of thought into the overall flow, the performance itself, and how we deliver the message — so the audience can really enjoy the show and connect with us.
Are there any genres or concepts you’d like to try in the future?
An Tae Gyu: As a newly debuted band, each of us has different genres and concepts we’d love to explore. But for now, we’re focused on sharing music that really shows our unique color to the public. We’re also interested in incorporating classical instruments into our band sound and creating something fresh, fun, and different to listen to.
Do you have an official fandom name? If so, what does it mean?
Pyun Sung Hyun: We recently decided on the name of Dragon Pony’s fan club — it’s called Poyong. The name combines  the “Po” from Pony and “Yong,” which is the Korean word for Dragon, symbolizing the bond between us and our fans, where we support and embrace each other. In English, it’s written as “For Young,” which also reflects the idea of sharing the passionate moments of youth that the four of us in Dragon Pony hope to bring to our fans.
How did you feel when you met your fans for the first time?
Kwon Se Hyuk: When I first met our fans, it just felt surreal. We had a club show before our debut, and the fact that people came to enjoy our music even though we hadn’t yet officially debuted was so surprising and we were all really grateful. It’s a moment I’ll never forget.
Is there a comment from a fan that stuck with you?
Ko Gang Hun: Before our debut, a fan said, “See you next time,” and I thought it was just a polite goodbye. I didn’t expect them to actually see us again. But when they did, it was incredibly touching and unforgettable. More recently, someone said, “Seeing Dragon Pony gave me a dream,” and that really stuck with me. It reminded me of why we need to keep pushing forward.
Any memorable episodes from social media or fan sign events?
An Tae Gyu: We’ve only just started doing a few fan signing events, so everything still feels new and a little awkward. At a recent one, we did a live acoustic performance with our songs and some covers — something we don’t usually get to do. The fans really enjoyed it, and since it was our first time performing live at a fan signing, it was a fun and memorable experience for all of us.
What are some goals Dragon Pony hopes to achieve in the future?
Pyun Sung Hyun: The bigger the goal, the better—and we’ve got a few big ones. First, we want to make it onto the Billboard Hot 100 Chart. We also hope to perform for fans in more countries, so going on a world tour is definitely on our list. One day, we’d love to headline major festivals like Glastonbury and Coachella. Now that I say it all out loud, we’ve got a lot of dreams — which just means we’ll have to work much harder to make them happen.
Is there a dream stage you’d like to perform on?
Kwon Se Hyuk: Like Pyun Sung Hyun said, we’d love to perform at Glastonbury, Coachella and even the Super Bowl halftime show one day. In the end, our dream is to headline every festival that invites us!
If you could collaborate with any artist, who would it be?
Ko Gang Hun: Recently, Coldplay came to Korea for some concerts, and watching them perform was just incredible. I really admire how they’ve stayed together and kept making music for so long. If we ever had the chance to collaborate with Coldplay, it would be a dream come true.
Where do you see Dragon Pony in five years?
An Tae Gyu: Since we’ve only just debuted, we feel still young and inexperienced, and we have a lot to learn. But five years from now, I think we’ll be more mature and confident in ourselves. If we keep working hard, we’ll be performing at bigger venues and maybe even going on a world tour. We’re curious and excited to see how far Dragon Pony will have come by then. Please keep supporting our music until then!
If you had to describe Dragon Pony in three words, what would they be?
Pyun Sung Hyun: I’d like to express Dragon Pony through the three elements of music — rhythm, melody, and harmony. They’re the most basic yet essential components, and just as these three come together to create music, the four of us come together as one to make the kind of music we love and do best. That’s why I think these elements best represent Dragon Pony.
Are there any inside jokes or phrases trending among the members these days?
Kwon Se Hyuk: Among the members, we often say, “That’s kinda true.” It’s a meme that’s been trending among Korea’s MZ generation.

An Tae Gyu

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What role or position do you each play in the group? I’m An Tae Gyu, the vocalist and leader.
What do you consider your personal strengths? I think my strength is the bright, positive energy I bring. Whenever we perform, I genuinely enjoy being on stage and I think that energy naturally gets passed on to the audience. That’s something I’m proud of.
What was the most difficult moment before debut, and how did you overcome it? I developed vocal cord nodules during my trainee days. Back then, I hadn’t debuted yet, and I didn’t really know how to use my voice properly or take care of it—I just pushed myself too hard during practice. I struggled with it for a long time, so I kept going to the hospital and worked on useful techniques to sing without straining my voice. That experience taught me how crucial it is for vocalists to manage their condition, especially vocal health. Even now, I make it a top priority.
If you were to give each other nicknames, what would they be? How about we give each other a “boy” nickname? I’ll go with Shy Boy for Pyun Sung Hyun. The way he talks and his expressions totally fit the name.
Do you have any personal stage routines or superstitions? I always do some stretching before performances. It helps loosen up my body and relax my throat, which makes singing on stage feel a lot more comfortable.

Kwon Se Hyuk

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What role or position do you each play in the group? I’m Kwon Se Hyuk, the guitarist.
What do you consider your personal strengths? Perseverance and tenacity are my strengths. I think having that kind of character really helps in making good music.
What was the most difficult moment before debut, and how did you overcome it? I actually failed the Antenna audition the first time. It was a company I really wanted to join, and I’d put in a lot of practice, so the rejection hit me pretty hard. But like I said earlier, I’m persistent. I sent them another email to reintroduce myself, and thankfully, they appreciated that and gave me another shot—and that’s how I was able to become a trainee.
If you were to give each other nicknames, what would they be? Ko Gang Hun looks really tough when he’s playing the drums, so I’d call him Tough Boy.
Do you have any personal stage routines or superstitions? I like playing games in my free time, and squeezing in a quick game before going on stage helps me relax. It’s a fun way to ease the tension.

Ko Gang Hun

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What role or position do you each play in the group? I’m Ko Gang Hun, the drummer.
What do you consider your personal strengths? I have a steady personality. I don’t really have big emotional swings, and I’m not easily influenced by external circumstances. That helps me stay focused and keeps me working toward my goals without easily getting shaken.
What was the most difficult moment before debut, and how did you overcome it? During my trainee period, we had monthly evaluations, and the pressure to perform well was one of the hardest parts for me. There was a time when I kept receiving only negative feedback, and it was really tough. But I didn’t give up—I pushed myself to practice even harder and also kept writing songs. Eventually, I started getting positive feedback, and once that happened, it felt like I was naturally able to pull myself out of the slump.
If you were to give each other nicknames, what would they be? An Tae Gyu’s always uplifting and positive, so Joyful Boy feels just right for him.
Do you have any personal stage routines or superstitions? I have this habit of checking out the audience before we go on stage. Since their energy plays such a big role in a performance, I naturally find myself scanning the crowd to feel the vibe before we start.

Pyun Sung Hyun

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What role or position do you each play in the group? I’m Pyun Sung Hyun, the bassist.
What do you consider your personal strengths? Honesty is my strength. I’d rather be genuine than put on a facade, and that mindset naturally carries over into our music. I try to keep our lyrics as candid and unfiltered as possible.
What was the most difficult moment before debut, and how did you overcome it? Joining the company and living with others as a trainee was a completely new experience for me. It was tough to adjust at first. But I was able to get through it by being honest about my struggles and working together with the company to find ways to improve.
If you were to give each other nicknames, what would they be? I think Kwon Se Hyuk’s pretty cute, so I’d call him Cute Boy.
Do you have any personal stage routines or superstitions? Before going on stage, I make sure to check how everyone’s doing. Since we’re a band, staying in sync is really important, so I try to keep an eye on the team and help us all stay focused.

Dragon Pony

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Lastly, please share a message for Billboard readers and your global fans!
Dragon Pony: Being selected as Billboard’s Rookie of the Month is truly an honor and an incredible experience. We’re deeply grateful and will continue to work hard to live up to the support we’ve received. We’ll keep growing  and aim to reach the Billboard charts in the near future. Please continue to show your love and support for Dragon Pony. Thank you, Billboard!

Rihanna has always been one of music’s biggest fashion icons. And when she started growing her family, that certainly didn’t change.   If anything, the Fenty mogul’s status as a trendsetter only solidified more as she began welcoming kids with partner A$AP Rocky, starting with RZA in 2022 and followed by Riot Rose the next […]

Country music’s best and brightest stars hit the red carpet on Thursday night (May 8) for the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards.Making their grand entrance into the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, for the 60th annual awards show, country music icons like Reba McEntire — who’s hosting the show for the 18th time — and Wynonna Judd opted for fancy, all-black ensembles while LeAnn Rimes stunned in a nude illusion gown. Meanwhile, male artists like ERNEST, John Morgan and Parker McCollum dressed up their denim with fitted blazers, gleaming belt buckles and boots.
Jessie Murph arrived on the carpet carrying her pet pig Wilbur to celebrate her nomination for best new female artist, and the Backstreet Boys delivered elevated shades of boy band chic in sharp, monochromatic suits in the wake of releasing their duet version of “What Hurts the Most” with Rascal Flatts.
Ella Langley leads the pack at this year’s ACM Awards, with seven nods in her first year as a nominee, with Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson and Lainey Wilson all close behind with six nominations each. Keith Urban is also set to be honored during the telecast with the ACM Triple Crown Award after taking home trophies for new artist, male artist of the year and entertainer of the year across his acclaimed career.
Presenters over the course of the evening will include Blake Shelton, Carly Pearce, Gretchen Wilson, Lee Ann Womack, Jordan Davis, Little Big Town, Lionel Richie, Martina McBride, Rita Wilson and more, while Jelly Roll and Shaboozey, Dan + Shay, Sugarland, Kelsea Ballerini, Alan Jackson, Megan Maroney, Brothers Osborne and more are all set to perform.
Below, swipe through all the red carpet arrivals at the 2025 ACM Awards, including Mickey Guyton, Tucker Wetmore, Jessie James Decker, Gabby Barrett, Ashley Cooke and more.

Reba McEntire

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Reba McEntire at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Ella Langley

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Ella Langley at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Mickey Guyton

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Mickey Guyton at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Tucker Wetmore

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Tucker Wetmore at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Tigirlily Gold

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Kendra Slaubaugh and Krista Slaubaugh of Tigirlily Gold at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Wynonna Judd

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Wynonna Judd at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Riley Green

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Riley Green at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

LeAnn Rimes

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LeAnn Rimes at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Maddox Batson

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Maddox Batson at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Dasha

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Dasha at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Backstreet Boys

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Howie Dorough, AJ McLean, Kevin Richardson, Nick Carter, Brian Littrell at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Kassi Ashton

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Kassi Ashton at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

ERNEST

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Ernest at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Lily Rose

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Lily Rose at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Chandler Walters

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Chandler Walters at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Gabby Barrett

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Gabby Barrett at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Lanie Gardner

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Lanie Gardner at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

John Morgan

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John Morgan at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Ashley Cooke

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Ashley Cooke at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Drew Baldridge

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Drew Baldridge at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Ashley Gorley & Mandy Gorley

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Ashley Gorley and Mandy Gorley at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Jessie James Decker

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Jessie James Decker at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Hallie Ray Light McCollum & Parker McCollum

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Hallie Ray Light McCollum and Parker McCollum at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Jessie Murph

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Jessie Murph at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Zach Top

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Zach Top at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Shaboozey

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Shaboozey at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Little Big Town

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Phillip Sweet, Kimberly Schlapman, Karen Fairchild and Jimi Westbrook of Little Big Town at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Lee Ann Womack

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Lee Ann Womack at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Lainey Wilson

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Lainey Wilson at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Keith Urban & Nicole Kidman

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Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Dan + Shay

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Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney of Dan + Shay at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Cody Johnson

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Cody Johnson at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Morgane Stapleton & Chris Stapleton

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Morgane Stapleton and Chris Stapleton at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Carly Pearce

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Carly Pearce at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Brooks & Dunn

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Ronnie Dunn and Kix Brooks of Brooks & Dunn at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Brittney Spencer

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Brittney Spencer at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Priscilla Block

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Priscilla Block at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas.

Omar Apollo channeled a sly cheetah galán, J Balvin exuded dapper energy in a vintage pink suit, and Bad Bunny donned a traditional Puerto Rican pava hat. Monday’s (May 5) 2025 Met Gala was a visual feast, and the Latin music stars came out in full force at one of the year’s most eagerly awaited fashion […]

This year’s iHeartCountry Festival welcomed an array of top country hitmakers to bring the heat, Texas-style, over the weekend. On Saturday (May 3) at The Moody Center in Austin, Texas, fans enjoyed music from Country Music Hall of Famers Brooks & Dunn, as well as hitmakers Thomas Rhett, Rascal Flatts, Cole Swindell and Sam Hunt. […]

It’s the first Monday in May, which means the biggest artists, actors, athletes and more are showing up and showing out at the 2025 Met Gala. Held at New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art on Monday (May 5), this year’s Met Gala celebrated the theme of “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” inspired by Monica L. […]

The vibes were both mellow and musical at the 2025 BeachLife Festival, which took over the sand for three days in Redondo Beach, California, this past weekend, from Friday through Sunday.Lenny Kravitz headlined on Friday, bringing the first night to a close with massive hits including “Are You Gonna Go My Way?” and “Fly Away.” Saturday night’s lineup was led by Sublime, fronted by late singer Bradley Nowell’s son Jakob Nowell, who deftly took the reins of his dad’s SoCal band for “What I Got,” “Santeria” and more hits tailor-made for the oceanside fest. And the weekend came to a close with Sunday night headliner Alanis Morissette, whose set was jam-packed with her biggest hits, including Jagged Little Pill standouts like “You Oughta Know,” “Hand in My Pocket” and “Ironic.”
Other Friday highlights included Train starting their set with “Calling All Angels” and wrapping in epic fashion with the top five Billboard Hot 100 smash “Drops of Jupiter,” plus O.A.R. Aloe Blacc, The Struts and Digable Planets.
Saturday included Pretenders, with Chrissie Hynde wailing on “Back on the Chain Gang,” “Don’t Get Me Wrong” and more rock classics, as well as Cake closing their set with the one-two-three punch of “Never There,” “Short Skirt/Long Jacket” and “The Distance,” with frontman John McCrae’s between-song commentary keeping the crowd on their toes. Also on day 2: Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles, Skip Marley, Sugar Ray, Alo and the Sublime spin-off Long Beach Dub Allstars.
Finally, Sunday included a set from The Beach Boys, with longtime friend and collaborator John Stamos joining the Mike Love-led group just down the road from their Hawthorne, California, beginnings, as well as Jackson Browne, Mt. Joy, Marcus King and Big Head Todd and the Monsters.
To get a glimpse at the three-day festival, find some of the best photos from the weekend below.

Lenny Kravitz

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Lenny Kravitz performs on day 1 of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, California, on Friday, May 2, 2025.

The Beach Boys

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The Beach Boys with John Stamos on day 3 of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, California, on Sunday, May 4, 2025.

Aloe Blacc

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Aloe Blacc performs at day 1 of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, California, on Friday, May 2, 2025.

The Beach Boys

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The Beach Boys’ Mike Love on day 3 of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, California, on Sunday, May 4, 2025.

Jackson Browne

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Jackson Browne performs on day 3 of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, California, on Sunday, May 4, 2025.

Sublime

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Sublime’s Jakob Nowell performs on day 2 of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, California, on Saturday, May 3, 2025.

Susanna Hoffs

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Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles on day 2 of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, California, on Saturday, May 3, 2025.

Sugar Ray

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Sugar Ray’s Mark McGrath performs on day 2 of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, California, on Saturday, May 3, 2025.

Skip Marley

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Skip Marley performs on day 2 of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, California, on Saturday, May 3, 2025.

Pretenders

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Pretenders’ Chrissie Hynde performs on day 2 of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, California, on Saturday, May 3, 2025.

Cake

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Cake’s John McCrae performs on day 2 of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, California, on Saturday, May 3, 2025.

O.A.R.

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O.A.R.’s Marc Roberge performs on day 1 of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, California, on Friday, May 2, 2025.

Digable Planets

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Digable Planets’ Ishmael “Butterfly” Butler performs on day 1 of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, California, on Friday, May 2, 2025.

Pharrell Williams has always had impeccable style. From his early days as a producer and performer with the Neptunes and N.E.R.D working on songs for Wreckx-n-Effects, the Clipse, Jay-Z and Nelly, Skateboard P always put a premium on looking good while sounding excellent.When the world first met Williams — who is a co-chair for the 2025 Met Gala — he was rocking distressed, baggy jeans, track jackets and trucker hats before launching his own bespoke fashion label, Billionaire Boys Club in 2003, followed by spin-offs Ice Cream, Bee Line and Billionaire Girls Club. All along, the multi-hyphenate has relished being a bridge between what the kids are wearing in skate parks and clubs and what’s pushing the envelope on the runways in Milan.
As his client list expanded to include production, songwriting and collaborations with Ed Sheeran, Migos, Beck, SZA, J Balvin and Rauw Alejandro, Williams also branched out on the fashion side, co-designing a line of glasses and jewelry for Louis Vuitton in 2008, followed in 2013 with a sunglass line for Moncler.
Constantly juggling his own music, a heavy production schedule and voicing himself in the 2024 LEGO autobiographical film Piece by Piece, Williams also teamed with G-Star Raw in 2014 on the “RAW For the Oceans” denim collection made from recycled ocean plastic. He followed with a 2014 collab with Uniqlo called “i am OTHER,” then paired with Adidas on a 2016 “Human Race” edition of shoes, and in 2017 designed an $1,100 sneaker for Chanel/Adidas.
His crowning fashion achievement, though, was in February 2023, when Louis Vuitton announced that Williams had been appointed to serve as their men’s creative director, with his first collection for the famed fashion house hitting runways during Paris Men’s Fashion Week in June 2023.
Check out Billboard‘s chronicle of Williams’ fashion evolution.

2002

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From left: Chad Hugo, Shay Haley and Pharrell Williams of N.E.R.D. at the Park West on June 2, 2002 in Chicago.

2002

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Pharrell Williams during Motorola 4th Annual Holiday Party at The Lot on Dec. 5, 2002 in Los Angeles.

2004

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Pharrell Williams during Pharrell Williams and Nigo Debut “Billionaire Boys Club” Apparel Line and “Ice Cream” Footwear at Drive-In Studios on August 25, 2004 in New York City.

2004

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Pharrell Williams attends a preview gala dinner for the Metropolitan Museum’s “Wild: Fashion Untamed” exhibition on Dec. 6, 2004 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

2005

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Pharrell Williams arrives at the 2005 Vibe Awards at Sony Studios on Nov. 12, 2002 in Culver City, California.

2005

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Pharrell Williams arrives at the 2005 Billboard Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Dec. 6, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

2006

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Pharrell Williams attends The Audi Polo Challenge Cup on July 5, 2006 at Cowdray Park in Midhurst, Great Britain.

2006

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Pharrell Williams arrives at the 13th annual MTV Europe Music Awards 2006 at the Bella Center on Nov. 2, 2006 in Copenhagen, Denmark.

2007

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Pharell Williams arrives at the Louis Vuitton Gala celebrating the Murakami exhibition held at the Geffen Contemporary at Moca on Oct. 28th, 2007 in Los Angeles.

2008

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Pharrell WIlliams attends BET’s ‘Rip the Runway’ at The Manhattan Center on Feb. 21, 2008 in New York City.

2009

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Pharrell Williams attends the annual summer party at The Serpentine Gallery on July 9, 2009 in London, England.

2010

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Pharrell Williams attends the NRJ Music Awards 2010 at Palais des Festivals on Jan. 23, 2010 in Cannes, France.

2011

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Pharrell Williams visits the Dior pop-up shop featuring Anselm Reyle for Dior at Miami Design District on Nov. 29, 2011 in Miami City.

2012

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Pharrell Williams attends the OHWOW & HTC celebration of the release of “Terrywood” with Terry Richardson at The Standard Hotel & Spa on Dec. 7, 2012 in Miami Beach, Florida.

2013

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Pharrell Williams arrives at the premiere of Universal Pictures’ “Despicable Me 2” at Gibson Amphitheatre on June 22, 2013 in Universal City.

2014

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Pharrell attends the 56th Grammy Awards at Staples Center on Jan. 26, 2014 in Los Angeles, California.

2015

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Helen Lasichanh and Pharrell Williams attend The 57th Annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center on Feb. 8, 2015 in Los Angeles.

2016

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