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Kesha Shows Support for Cassie Ventura Following Diddy Trial Verdict: ‘I Believe You’

After Sean “Diddy” Combs was found not guilty of sex-trafficking, despite days of Cassie Ventura testifying to the contrary, the singer has received support from someone who knows what it’s like to have their sexual assault claims play out in court: Kesha. Related Cassie’s Lawyer Calls Diddy’s Defense Closing Arguments ‘Repugnant… 07/02/2025 Just hours after […]

Will Lorde Battle With ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ on the Billboard 200 Next Week?

The Contenders is a midweek column that looks at artists aiming for the top of the Billboard charts, and the strategies behind their efforts. This week, for the upcoming Billboard 200 dated July 12, we look at a loaded week of new and surging releases, headlined by returning alt-pop star Lorde and what’s quickly becoming the summer’s hottest movie soundtrack. […]

Meta Ray-Ban Wayfarer Smart Glasses: 5 Game-Changing Features to Enhance Your Music Listening Experience

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. The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses are a total game-changer, seamlessly blending Meta’s cutting edge AI functionality into everyday life. Built within […]

HYBE Is Taking Its K-Pop Development Model to India

Add HYBE, the K-pop giant behind BTS, to the list of companies putting down roots in India, a fast-growing music market and the world’s second-most-populous country. The South Korean company announced Monday (June 30) that it is currently “conducting local market research” in advance of launching an Indian division in either September or October.  In […]