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Mao Abe | Courtesy Photo Mao Abe has kicked off 2026 with a dual release featuring the tracks “Ding-dong” and “Buddy.” In a recent conversation with Billboard JAPAN, the singer-songwriter delved into the creative process behind these works, specifically highlighting “Ding-dong”—the opening theme for the anime The Invisible Man and His Soon-to-Be Wife—and sharing behind-the-scenes...
Christopher “Kid” Reid, the high-energy star of the legendary duo Kid ‘N Play, recently shared a sobering revelation: he has undergone a life-saving heart transplant. After being diagnosed with congestive heart failure, the rapper is now using his platform to advocate for proactive health screenings among his peers and fans. In a candid discussion on...
Tate McRae attending the 68th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. | Photo: Gilbert Flores/Billboard Tate McRae recently sparked a wave of bewilderment among her followers after starring in an NBC promotional campaign for Team USA, despite the pop star being a born-and-bred Canadian. The “Greedy” singer took to her Instagram Story on...
Soulwax curates the first-ever rave at Abbey Road. | Photo: C. Carsten Windhorst In a historic departure from its traditional roots, the legendary Abbey Road Studios is set to transform its hallowed halls into a dance floor for its inaugural rave. This landmark event marks a bold new chapter for one of the most prestigious...
Finneas Blasts Critics of Billie Eilish’s Bold Grammy Speech, Cites ‘Epstein Files’ Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell pose with their Song of the Year award for “WILDFLOWER” at the 68th GRAMMY Awards. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images) Billie Eilish used her moment at the Grammy Awards to deliver a message that resonated far beyond the...
Finneas Rips ‘Outraged’ Critics Following Billie Eilish’s Viral Grammy Speech Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell, winners of the Song of the Year award for “WILDFLOWER,” pose in the press room during the 68th GRAMMY Awards on February 01, 2026. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images for The Recording Academy) Billie Eilish delivered a stirring address at...
Empire of the Sun. Photo credit: Universal Music Australia Empire of the Sun is set to take center stage for Record Store Day Australia 2026. The acclaimed electronic duo headlines the initial wave of Australian releases for the annual celebration of independent music retail, which is scheduled to take place on April 18. Luke Steele...
Music icons from two different eras are celebrating massive digital milestones this week. Both The Weeknd and the legendary rock band KISS have officially joined YouTube’s prestigious Billion Views Club, with their respective hits crossing the ten-digit threshold years after their initial releases. Abel Tesfaye, known professionally as The Weeknd, secured his seventh entry into...
Harry Styles. Photo: Johnny Dufort Harry Styles is reuniting with his audience for a significant career milestone. To celebrate the arrival of his highly anticipated upcoming LP, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, the pop icon has scheduled an exclusive, one-night engagement in Manchester, England, set for the very evening the album is released. On...
Audrey Nuna, Ejae and Rei Ami of KPop Demon Hunters attend the 68th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 1, 2026. (Photo: Gilbert Flores/Billboard) The organizers of Record Store Day have officially pulled back the curtain on their 2026 roster of exclusive releases, sparking excitement among vinyl enthusiasts worldwide. Unveiled on Wednesday, February 4,...
