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Neil Sedaka, Legendary Singer-Songwriter of ‘Bad Blood’ & More, Dead at 86

Neil Sedaka, the legendary singer known for hits such as the Billboard Hot 100 No. 1s “Bad Blood,” “Breaking Up Is Hard to Do” and “Laughter in the Rain” died, his rep confirmed. Related Gone But Not Forgotten: Musicians We Lost in 2026 Primary Wave Acquires Neil Sedaka Catalog Hilary Duff Enjoys First No. 1 In Australia […]

Gotta Catch ‘Em All! MAISON de SABRÉ is Celebrating Pokémon Day 2026 With Must-Have Pikachu Bags, Charms & More

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. While we love all Pokémon, it’s hard not to have a soft spot for Pikachu. The electric-type Pokémon is extremely important […]

Lil Jon’s Son Nathan Smith’s Cause of Death Has Been Revealed

Lil Jon’s son, Nathan Smith, died earlier in February at the age of 27. The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office revealed in a statement to Billboard on Friday (Feb. 27) that Smith’s cause of death was the result of drowning. Related Lil Jon Pens Tribute to Late Son Nathan: ‘Life Will Never Be the Same’ Lil […]

Angie K & Andrea Vasquez Champion Latino Artists Through Country Latin Association: ‘This Is Something Everyone Should Be Watching’

Earlier this month, global pop superstar Bad Bunny’s Debí Tirar Más Fotos became the first Spanish-language album to win album of the year the Grammys — and he followed that triumph with another culture-defining milestone the next weekend, with his Super Bowl Halftime show, which celebrated his Puerto Rican identity. “I was emotional watching that,” […]

Julie Swidler, Jeff Harleston & Paul Robinson to Be Named 2026 Music Visionaries of the Year By UJA-Federation of New York

UJA-Federation of New York’s 26th annual music visionary of the year award celebration is set for June 8 in New York City, with three top music executives as honorees. Julie Swidler, executive vp, business affairs and general counsel of Sony Music Entertainment; Jeff Harleston, general counsel and executive vp of business and legal affairs of […]

Where to Stay for Miami’s Hottest Festival Month

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. Ready to escape this harsh winter? If you want warm weather, beautiful beaches and seemingly endless amounts of music festivals, spending […]