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Is It Too Late for Ye’s Genius to Save Him From Himself?

Last week, Ye – formerly known as Kanye West – made his return to U.S. soil with a pair of performances at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. For Ye, the two-night bonanza was more than a “best of” highlight reel – it doubled as a mission statement, reminding the public why he remains an all-world […]

Celine Dion Adds Six More Dates to Paris Residency Run

Celine Dion has expanded her upcoming Celine Dion Paris 2026 run of shows in the City of Light. On Tuesday morning (April 7), the singer announced that her long-anticipated five-week limited engagement return to the stage will be expanded with six additional shows, bringing the total to date to 16 concerts. The fall run at […]

‘I’m Not Interested In Being the Venue Where Chaos Happens’: David Grutman on How to Really Succeed in Nightlife (Book Excerpt)

Starting in nightlife as a 21-year-old bartender, David Grutman has since built an empire. His company, Groot Hospitality, is behind major nightclubs, restaurants and other assorted hotspots, including LIV in South Beach and Las Vegas (with the latter city also home to LIV Beach at Fontainebleau Las Vegas); Miami’s Gekkō, a restaurant created in partnership […]

Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 Countdown For April 11th, 2026 | Billboard News

Can BTS’ “SWIM” hold on to a second week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, or will Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” take over? Tetris Kelly: This is the Billboard Hot 100 top 10 for the week dated April 11. “Folded” is locked at 10, “The Fate of Ophelia” at nine, and “Stateside” at […]

Sam Palladio, Musician and Former ‘Nashville’ Star, Signs With 3686 Records

Sam Palladio, known for his work as an actor on ABC’s Nashville, has signed with 3686 Records, the newly-launched, Nashville-based independent label founded by Levi Hummon and Eric Arjes, Billboard can exclusively reveal. Distributed by The Orchard/Sony, 3686 boasts an “artist-first” mission that prioritizes creative ownership, brand development and long-term career growth. The label takes […]

Lasso Signs With Interscope Records Ahead of New Album: ‘Excited About the Future’

Lasso has signed with Interscope Records for distribution, Billboard can exclusively announce on Tuesday (April 7).  Both Nir Seroussi, president of Interscope Capitol Miami, and Walter Kolm, CEO of WK Entertainment, who signed Lasso for management in 2024, were present at the signing.  Related Farruko Signs Co-Management Deal With WK Entertainment & Massivo for a […]

Ivy Queen & Young Miko to Be Honored at Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026

Ivy Queen and Young Miko will be honored at the fourth annual edition of Billboard Latin Women in Music, Billboard and Telemundo announced on Tuesday (April 7). Both Puerto Rican artists join Becky G, Joy and Julieta Venegas, who were previously announced as honorees for this year. Related Becky G, Joy & Julieta Venegas are the First […]