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Sabrina Carpenter’s Self-Showdown For U.K. No. 1 Single Spot

Sabrina Carpenter is in the midst of a major battle, and her fiercest competitor is none other than herself. As the U.K.’s Official Singles Chart reaches its midweek point, Carpenter’s smash hit “Espresso” remains piping hot and is neck-and-neck with “Please Please Please” (both via Island Records) as both singles vie for the coveted No. […]

Spotify Removes Music by Russian Artists Supportive of Ukraine Invasion

Spotify has removed the music and profiles of several Russian artists who support the Ukraine invasion and have been sanctioned by the European Union and elsewhere in the West, Billboard has confirmed. The removals were first reported by The Moscow Times. “Platform Rules clearly state that we take action when we identify content which explicitly […]

Drake Rocks Toronto Raptors Gear as He Wishes Fans a Happy Canada Day

July 1 is Canada Day, and Drake is celebrating his home country with a social media message to fans. “Happy Canada Day,” he said on his Instagram Stories, wearing a Toronto Raptors t-shirt, before lifting up a cocktail. “Cheers to the whole country.” He also shared a post, captioned: “Custom design fine rhymes into salary. […]

Warner Records Promotes Robert Santini to SVP of Brand Partnerships & Ad Sync

Warner Records has promoted Robert Santini to senior vp of brand partnerships and ad sync, the company announced Monday (July 1). Santini assumes the role after four years as the label’s vp of brand partnerships & ad sync. Under his previous title, he spearheaded projects including Warner Records’ collaboration with Roblox and the NFL for […]