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28 Oct 2023

Feid Explains the Stories Behind the Photo | Billboard

Feid explains the stories behind these photos backstage at Billboard’s Latin Music Week 2023.

Feid

Hello love, I’m Feid and I’m gonna to take you Behind the Photo with Billboard!

Feid

First photo. This photo was the last one was we took in the studio when we finished “Felix Cumpleaños Ferxxo.”

Feid

Before our album got pirated we were having some drinks, we were having a good time. Listening to the album from start to finish, joking around and having fun. I’m the kind of person who takes a lot of photos of the moment of the space, of everything. My photo roll is full. This was a selfie I didn’t want to forget, nor that moment, as we put a lot of love into that project. Considering I started making that album with a broken foot. So it was lovely, and later on walking, listening to it and everything.

Feid

Well the second photo is this…what a gem, look! Ferxxo wearing Ferxxo’s glasses. Mr.Yankee wearing Ferxxo’s glasses and, Don Yandel wearing Ferxxo’s glasses. That was a dream come true for me because, I believe I’ve said it in many interviews, and many people know that one of my influences and someone who has shaped my life as a reggaeton artist has been Yankee. And I used to make Photoshop edits with Yandel when I was in school. It was like we were a duo, so a speak. So, recording the remix of “Yandel 150” with Yankee, and of course, I brought Ferxxo’s glasses to have a good time.

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27 Oct 2023

Tiwa Savage on Working With Beyoncé, Afrobeats Growth, Coronation Backlash & More | Billboard News

Tiwa Savage, the Queen of Afrobeats, stopped by Billboard News and opened up about the Afrobeats explosion, the backlash she received for performing at the coronation of King Charles III, being a backup singer for Beyoncé, Kelly Clarkson and Mary J. Blige and more!

Tiwa Savage:
I’m always so nervous about fashion because I just want to be like this, and obviously you can’t go to Paris and like …

Tetris Kelly:
I’ve been telling her that I want these shoes. I desperately want them.

Tiwa Savage:
Hey, everyone. I’m Tiwa Savage, and you are watching Billboard News.

Tetris Kelly:
It’s Tetris with Billboard News, and I’m hanging with Tiwa Savage. What’s up, girl? How are you doing?

Tiwa Savage:
I’m good! How are you?

Tetris Kelly:
I’m loving the vibe. You got me feeling comfortable and ready to hang.

Tiwa Savage:
It’s chill! You guys … I mean look at the couch. I feel really relaxed.

Tetris Kelly:
You’re not new to this game, obviously. Ten years doing this, I mean, from X-Factor to all of your career. How does it feel now that Afrobeats is kind of at the forefront, obviously here in the States, to, like, be new, but also not new at all?

Tiwa Savage:
Right. When I kind of got into it, it was, like you said, it wasn’t crossing over yet, so to see it now and to still be in the game, it’s like a blessing for me. I’m just inspired, like, wow, like, seeing an Afrobeats artist achieve a billion streams, and I’ll be like, “What? That was impossible.” Not even when I started, when I was just, like, a fan of, you know, like, the Afrobeats genre, so when I see, I’m, like, so inspired.

Watch the full video above to see what Tiwa Savage has to say about working with Beyonce and more!

27 Oct 2023

Beyoncé’s Dual ‘Renaissance’ Film Premieres, New Music from Taylor Swift, SEVENTEEN & More | Billboard News

It’s Friday, October 27th, and we’re breaking down all the new music you need to know. Taylor Swift’s ‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’ is finally here, Rema released his highly anticipated EP ‘Ravage,’ SEVENTEEN dropped their 11th mini album, titled ‘SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN,’ and more. Beyoncé’s ‘Renaissance’ concert film will have two premieres, one in London and one in LA. Jay-Z revealed that Blue Ivy thought he wasn’t a “cool” dad. The Queen of Afrobeats, Tiwa Savage, stopped by Billboard News and opened up about the Afrobeats explosion, the backlash she received for performing at the coronation of King Charles III, and more.

Tetris Kelly
Beyoncé’s movie is so big it’s getting two premieres. Tiwa Savage stops by our studio. Billboard hits up all the hottest events for All Access. We find out what all your favorite artists are listening to. And we collect music from around the world for your Friday music guide.

Tetris Kelly
We’re almost to the weekend. I’m Tetris Kelly. This is Billboard News. It’s Friday, October 27th — 1989 day. You know we’ve got to kick things off with our Friday music guide and Taylor Swift. ‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’ has five vault tracks, and of course re-recordings of some of her biggest hits, like her seven-week Hot 100 No. 1 “Blank Space.”

Tetris Kelly
We’ve got more new music throughout the show. But first, let’s get to our top story. Beyoncé is dropping perfume and info on her ‘Renaissance’ movie premiere while her husband discusses: Do their kids think he’s cool? These are some updates on the Carters. Bey’s new fragrance is $160 and begins shipping in November and we know ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé’ will release November 30th. But now ‘The Hollywood Reporter’ reports she will host dual premieres of the concert movie in Los Angeles on November 25th and in London on November 30th. An invitation for London suggested a formal opulence dress code, while the LA premiere calls for cozy opulence. Even Jay-Z struggles to be a cool dad. He had this to say on ‘CBS Morning.’

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27 Oct 2023

Jesús Ortíz Paz, Feid, Nicky Jam, Sebastián Yatra & More Share What They’re Listening To | Billboard

Jesús Ortíz Paz, Feid, Nicky Jam, Sebastián Yatra and more Latin stars tell Billboard what music is currently stuck in their heads backstage at Billboard’s Latin Music Week 2023.

Manuel Turizo:
Sech’s “Tus Labios.” I have it to repeat. I love that song.

GALE:
Right now, I’m all about Olivia Rodrigo’s album. It’s a spectacular album. I love the music and the lyrics. I think the ballad “Logical” is … spectacular, incredible!

Arcángel:
The song is because my kids listen to it a lot. [Sings “Diamonds”] It’s a trap song by Mora & Dei V.

Feid:
Well, from my latest album, I love the one called “Bubalu,” which is with Rema. I think I’ve never been able to write such a … such a catchy song that stays with you all the time.

Yng Lvcas:
That I can’t get rid of right now would be Yng Lvcas’ “Perdonémonos.”

Jesús Ortíz Paz:
The song I have on repeat are all the songs on my album. I can’t stop thinking about them … they’re just they’re in my head.

Sebastián Yatra:
Well, the song I mentioned, “Energía Bacana,” I can’t get it out of my head.

Kany García:
It’s a song by Maria Becerra with Enrique Iglesias [sings “Así Es La Vida]. I think it’s a super hit song, I love it, so it’s great that I can tell her that today.

Carin León:
The song I have stuck in my head is “Según Quién” with Maluma, but besides having to sing it, obviously it’s very catchy and sometimes I wake up and say, “D–n, not again!”

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26 Oct 2023

Nicki Minaj Hung Up on Kai Cenat, Taylor Swift Leads 2023 Billboard Music Awards Finalists & More | Billboard News

Nicki Minaj hung up on Kai Cenat after an awkward encounter on Instagram Live and pushed back the release of her highly anticipated album ‘Pink Friday 2.’ We take a look back at the Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show that had hip-hop legends Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar team up for an electric show. The 2023 Billboard Music Awards are almost here and the finalists have been revealed. Taylor Swift leads the list with entries in 20 categories as Morgan Wallen and SZA are tied for 17 entries each. And more!

Tetris Kelly
Do not call Nicki Minaj “Auntie.” We announced the finalists for this year’s BBMAs. Yng Lvcas plays ‘This or That.’ We run down the top songs on TikTok, and we revisited the epic West Coast hip-hop halftime show. I’m Tetris Kelly back with another episode of Billboard News. It’s Thursday, October 26th. We start things off with a Nicki Minaj update — newsflash, don’t test her.

Tetris Kelly
Kai learned the hard way: Don’t call Nicki Minaj “Auntie,” as the rapper also announced she’s pushing her album back again because nobody competes with Weezy. Listen, in the Black community, sometimes we call people “Auntie” that are older than us but with respect — but it was all disrespect when YouTuber Kai Cenat called Nicki that on IG Live. Dang, she didn’t have to hang up on homie! But we’ve also got news on her ‘Pink Friday 2’

Nicki Minaj
The new album date for this incredible body of work that I’m so proud of is on a very special day. To me and to the Barbz.

Tetris Kelly
The album has been delayed twice this time — with good cause, because Lil Wayne’s joint project with 2 Chainz drops on the same day. And she said he would never drop the same day as her, so now it’s a celebration of her 41st birthday.

Nicki Minaj
I am so happy to announce. It’ll be out on my birthday, December 8th.

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26 Oct 2023

Mitski Remains On Top While Ashanti & Fat Joe Surge on the TikTok Billboard Top 50 | Billboard News

Mitski’s “My Love Mine All Mine” is No. 1 on the TikTok Billboard Top 50 for a third straight week, while a slew of debuts appear in the top 10 of the Oct. 28-dated chart.

Tetris Kelly:
Mitski holds on tight to No. 1, but there are four new debuts in the top 10.

“My Love Mine All Mine” sits on top for the third time in a row for the TikTok Billboard Top 50 chart posting Oct. 26th, while Martin Garrix and Lloyiso’s “Real Love” debuts at No. 4.

Oscar winner Ariana DeBose earns her first top 10 with “This Wish” thanks to the anticipation for Disney’s new film Wish.

“It Girl” sped up races to No. 6, proving Aaliyah’s Interlude really is the “It Girl.”

And who doesn’t love a throwback? Fat Joe and Ashanti’s “What’s Luv?” lands at No. 7 more than 20 years after its release, because folks love making slideshows to it, while Victoria and David Beckham prefer walking to it.

Every Thursday, Billboard will bring you the verified list of the hottest songs on TikTok by monitoring music discovery and engagement on the platform in the United States. To find the TikTok Billboard Top 50 each week, users can simply go to any sound detail page and tap the top right button to access the charts page.

26 Oct 2023

Pop Culture Rewind: Dr. Dre’s Hip-Hop Lineup Delivers Epic Super Bowl Halftime Show | Billboard News

We’ve been celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip-hop all year, and what better way to celebrate than to look back at Dr.Dre’s Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime show featuring appearances from hip-hop and R&B royalty: Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, Mary J. Blige, Kendrick Lamar and Eminem?

Evan Burke
This year, hip-hop is celebrating its 50th anniversary. And just last year the Super Bowl celebrated the genre in the most West Coast way possible. We take you back to that “California Love” in this week’s pop culture rewind.

Evan Burke
It was the Rams versus the Bengals at Super Bowl 56 and the location was LA’s SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. Pepsi invited the best to ever do it in the best city to do it. Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, Mary J. Blige and Eminem all took the stage, Dre and Snoop reminded us why Cali is the state we love. 50 Cent took us to the club and did it while upside down. Kendrick delivered the iconic lyrics he’s known for, while Mary J. Blige took us to the dancery and gave us that memorable shot of her, floored from her performance. And of course, Eminem had the crowd go crazy with one of the most motivational anthems ever, but seeing them all together was like nothing we’ve seen in music history. We had no choice but to sit down and be humbled.

We’ll have another huge moment for you next week in our pop culture rewind.

26 Oct 2023

Taylor Swift, Morgan Wallen & SZA Lead Finalists for 2023 Billboard Music Awards | Billboard News

The 2023 Billboard Music Awards are almost here — and the finalists have been revealed! Taylor Swift leads the list with entries in 20 categories as Morgan Wallen and SZA are tied for 17 entries each.

Tetris Kelly
The 2023 Billboard Music Awards are right around the corner and today we’re excited to reveal our list of finalists. Let’s get into it!

Taylor Swift, the woman holding the most BBMAs with 29 wins, leads the pack as a finalist in 20 categories. Her chart-topping hit “Anti-Hero” is up for five awards including Top Hot 100 Song. Taylor could surpass Drake as the top BBMA winner of all time.

Morgan Wallen is the leading finalist for the guys this year, up for 16 Awards with 17 entries including Top Artist.

Other leading finalists include SZA, who’s up for 16 Awards with 17 entries.

In the running for 13 Awards with 16 entries is The Weeknd.

And the most decorated BBMA artist of all time, Drake, who holds the record with 34 wins is up for 14 awards, including Top Artist.

First-time finalist Zach Bryan is up for 13 Awards with 14 entries including Top New Artist.

Billboard is reimagining award shows in a first-of-its-kind collaboration with Spotify to bring fans up close and personal with their favorite artists. Award celebrations and performances will take place in global locations in the midst of sold-out tours and in custom venues. It all goes down on Sunday, November 19th, across BBMAs and Billboard’s social channels as well as bbmas.watch.

Watch the full video above.

26 Oct 2023

Yng Lvcas Plays This or That | Billboard

Yng Lvcas plays This or That with Billboard backstage at Billboard’s Latin Music Week 2023.

Yng Lvcas:
What’s up, my people? I’m your friend Yng Lvcas, and I’m going to play This or That with Billboard.

[Horchata or agua fresca?]
Horchata

[Bachata or merengue?]
Merengue

[Tacos al pastor or tacos de pollo?]
Al pastor

[Baseball or soccer?]
Soccer.

Interviewer:
What’s your team?

Yng Lvcas:
Chivas.

[Spicy food or not spicy?]
Spicy, one hundred percent.

[Empanadas or tamales?]
Tamales.

Interviewer:
What type?

Yng Lvcas:
Green.

[Salsa Verde or Salsa Roja?]
Both.

[Mariachis or vallenatos?]
Mariachi.

[Tequila or mezcal?]
Tequila.

Watch the full video above!

25 Oct 2023

Hailey Bieber Shuts Down Pregnancy Rumors, ATTRAKT Cuts Three Members of FIFTY FIFTY & More | Billboard News

Oscar-nominated actress Michelle Williams is going viral for her Justin Timberlake impersonation in the new Britney Spears audio version of her book “The Women in Me.” Hailey Bieber opens up about the constant pregnancy rumors and husband Justin Bieber’s style. ATTRAKT, the K-pop agency behind FIFTY FIFTY, has terminated the contracts of three of the four members. The future of the girl group is now up in the air. And more.

Tetris Kelly
Britney’s book officially has the best narration. The Biebers get real about wild rumors. What’s next for FIFTY FIFTY now that their contracts are done? Nicki Nicole goes fishing for answers, and we played ‘This or That’ with Carin León.

Tetris Kelly
It’s Wednesday, October 25th. We’re back with more Billboard News. I’m Tetris Kelly and I’m addicted to Britney’s new book, especially the audio version. “His band *NSYNC was what people back then called ‘so pimp.’ They were white boys, but they loved hip-hop.” There have been so many more revelations as Britney released her memoir on Tuesday, with some of the biggest about her relationship with Justin Timberlake. Well, one moment is going viral, all thanks to an Oscar-nominated actress.

Tetris Kelly
The Internet is exploding after fans listened to Michelle Williams’ narration of Britney’s ‘The Woman In Me,’ specifically this clip of the actress went viral on X. “J got all excited and said so loud, ‘Oh yeah, fo shiz, fo shiz, Ginuwiine. What’s up, homie?” The J she’s referring to is none other than Britney’s ex Justin Timberlake. One fan summed it up perfectly, posting “five-time Academy Award nominee Michelle Williams saying ‘fo shiz, fo shiz, what up homie’ is art.” And another pointed out the obvious: “I cannot believe we are living in a reality where Michelle Williams saying ‘fo shiz’ exists.” I don’t know about y’all, but I cannot wait for the remixes to start rolling out.

Watch the full video above!