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An AI Artist Signed A Multimillion Dollar Record Deal. What Does That Mean?

An AI-powered artist is climbing the charts and just signed a multi-million dollar record deal. But what exactly is a label buying when they sign an AI-powered artist?  As first reported by Billboard, record labels took meetings last week with Xania Monet, a little-known R&B act who’s racked up millions of streams. One small wrinkle: […]

Chilli Beans. on Importance of Connecting Honestly to ‘Progress Toward Greater Freedom’: Billboard Japan Women in Music Interview

The members of Chilli Beans. spoke with Billboard Japan for the latest installment of its Women in Music interview series. The initiative launched in 2022 to celebrate artists, producers and executives who have made significant contributions to music and entertainment and inspired other women through their work, following the footsteps of Billboard’s annual Women in […]

Spinal Tap Biography Tells Fictional Band’s Complete Story: Where to Get Your Copy Online

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. With the long-awaited sequel Spinal Tap II: The End Continues now in theaters, director Rob Reiner joins with co-creators Christopher Guest, […]