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The Deals: K-Pop Giant YG Brings Catalog to African Streamer Boomplay, Hitmaker to Distribute Blac Noize!

South Korea-based music distributor YG PLUS, a subsidiary of K-pop powerhouse YG Entertainment (BLACKPINK, BabyMonster), signed a licensing deal with African streaming and download service Boomplay that will bring YG’s catalog to the platform. According to a press release, Boomplay boasts 70 million users. “We look forward to a successful partnership with YG PLUS that […]

Los Ángeles Azules & Emila Ignite Premios Juventud 2024 with No. 1 Mexican Cumbia Hit

Mexican cumbia icons Los Ángeles Azules and Argentine star Emilia joined forces to sing their chart-topping Billboard hit “Perdonarte, ¿Para Qué?” at Premios Juventud 2024. Their performance marked a milestone, celebrating Los Ángeles Azules’ debut No. 1 on the chart after an impressive three decades in the music industry. Emilia, clad in a shimmering purple ensemble […]

Here Are 7 Musician-Backed Tequila Brands to Enjoy

Break out the shot glasses, it’s National Tequila Day! The Mexican spirit, made from agave plants, netted a record-breaking 2022, and according to Forbes, tequila is on track to beat out vodka and whiskey to become the top liquor in America. From a sales perspective, the tequila market is expected to expand to $15.7 billion […]

Lady Gaga Will Be Performing at the 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony

Lady Gaga is taking over the Olympic stage. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the singer is set to perform at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games this Friday (July 26). Other rumored artists speculated to perform include Celine Dion, Dua Lipa, Ariana Grande and French singer Aya Nakamura, though none have been […]

TikTok Favorite Lululemon Backpack: Your New Go-To Everyday Bag—Shop Now

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. Are you gearing up for back-to-school season or searching for a reliable backpack for errands and work? If so, you might […]

Chris Brown’s Legal Problems: A Timeline of Trouble

Chris Brown is facing a lawsuit over an alleged Texas assault, marking the latest entry in a long list of legal problems that have plagued the 35-year-old singer since his 2009 arrest for assaulting former girlfriend Rihanna. On Monday (July 22), the lawsuit was filed in Harris County district court, claiming that Brown and several accomplices “brutally […]

Ticketmaster Expands Presence in Africa With Quicket Acquisition

Ticketmaster announced Wednesday (July 24) that the company is expanding its presence in Africa with the acquisition of Quicket, described in a press release as “a major player in Africa’s general admission event and festival ticketing.”    Quicket, which was founded in South Africa in 2011, is known for its self-service platform and event organizer […]