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Charli xcx featured in the official “Camera” visual. Romy Gavras The steady stream of blockbuster summer releases continues unabated this week, delivering an exciting collection of fresh albums and singles arriving on Friday, July 24, from heavy hitters like Charli xcx, KATSEYE, BLACKPINK’s JENNIE, and others. Leading the charge is the definitive dance-pop innovator with...

Demi Moore and KATSEYE Rahul Bhatt Trending on Billboard KATSEYE is pushing boundaries, and fortunately, Hollywood royalty Demi Moore has stepped in to guide them. The celebrated actress makes a striking cameo appearance in the girl group’s cinematic music video for their latest single, “Animal,” which premiered on Friday, July 24. Within the visual narrative,...

Waxahatchee and Kevin Morby Welcome Their First Child Waxahatchee performing at the Americana Honors & Awards in Nashville. Erika Goldring/Getty Images Indie music mainstays Waxahatchee (Katie Crutchfield) and Kevin Morby are officially trading tour buses for baby bottles. The couple recently celebrated the arrival of their first child together, with Morby sharing the joyous update...

Oliver Tree Skyler Barberio/Rolling Stone Trending on Billboard The late genre-bending artist Oliver Tree is set to receive a fittingly unconventional farewell this Saturday, July 25, as family, friends, and fans gather for a celebration of life at the UC Santa Cruz Quarry Amphitheater. Announced via his official Instagram account, the memorial tribute honoring Oliver...

VASSY Supplied Balancing a brand-new single, motherhood, and a monumental performance at one of the planet’s premier electronic music gatherings, acclaimed artist VASSY has an exceptionally packed schedule—and she wouldn’t have it any other way. The Darwin-born, United States-based vocalist and songwriter proudly unveiled her latest creation, “DAY N NIGHT,” an infectious dancefloor anthem infused...

Charli xcx Stolen Besos/Courtesy Our weekly New Music Friday roundup serves as an essential guide to the absolute must-listen project drops of the week—the standout tracks and albums capturing widespread conversation and destined to anchor your weekend playlists. Last week, we highlighted exceptional releases from Gracie Abrams, Steve Lacy, Rick Ross, Carly Rae Jepsen, and...

Gracie Abrams attending the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art on March...

Louis Tomlinson arrives at Shaq’s Fun House at Mardi Gras World on Feb. 7, 2025, in New Orleans. Skip Bolen/Getty Images While the rapid passage of time may still evoke a sense of nostalgia, the enduring legacy of One Direction remains firmly etched in Louis Tomlinson’s affections. Marking the sweet-sixteenth anniversary of the band’s fateful...

Rei Ami attending the Billboard Women in Music 2026 event at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles on April 29, 2026. Billboard Shark Week is officially getting a dynamic K-pop makeover. Just in time for Discovery’s highly anticipated annual programming block, renowned actor and comedian Ken Jeong has unveiled “Om-A-Nom (Shark Week),” hailed as the...

Tommy Lee Recalls Dark Era of Addiction and Shocking Substance Abuse Moments Tommy Lee featured on ‘Armchair Expert With Dax Shepard’ on July 22, 2026. Courtesy of Armchair Expert With Dax Shepard / YouTube Mötley Crüe iconic drummer Tommy Lee is baring it all, shedding light on one of the most perilous chapters of his...