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Billboard Expands in Asia With Launch of Billboard China

Billboard is expanding its global footprint in Asia. On Monday (Aug. 9), Billboard announced the launch of Billboard China along with plans for its rollout. “We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Billboard brand in China,” Billboard President Mike Van said in a press release announcing the news. “We look forward to providing […]

Eminem Challenges Beyonce for U.K. Albums Chart Title

Shady’s back, and he wants another U.K. No. 1. Eminem could get what he wants with Curtain Call 2 (via Interscope), which dropped last Friday (Aug. 5) and is well-placed for a run to the chart summit. Based on midweek sales and streaming data, Curtain Call 2 is the U.K.’s No. 2 album, less than […]

Judith Durham, Late Singer of The Seekers, to Receive State Funeral

The Seekers’ lead singer Judith Durham will be remembered with a state funeral in Victoria. State premier Daniel Andrews announced on social media that, after speaking with Durham’s family, they accepted the offer of a state funeral to “honor the life and contribution of a true icon of Australian music.”   I’ve spoken with Judith […]