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Eladio Carrión Delivers Next-Level Energy at Barclays Center With Star Guests, Retro-Futuristic Visuals & Yakuza Flair: 5 Best Moments

Eladio Carrión is no stranger to breaking barriers, and his explosive takeover of Brooklyn’s Barclays Center proved once again that he’s operating on a whole new level. In just two years, the U.S.-born, Puerto Rican rapper elevated his career from performing in intimate venues like The Theater at Madison Square Garden to headlining arena territory […]

Premios Juventud Unveils Agents of Change Honorees & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music

From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week. Premios Juventud Agents of Change Premios Juventud announced that Carlos Vives and Myke Towers will be recognized as this year’s “Agents of Change.” This […]

Karol G Dazzles With Tropical NFL Halftime Show in São Paulo: ‘Hey, Brazil!’

Karol G brought her Tropicoqueta energy to the NFL stage in Brazil, where she headlined the halftime show on Friday night (Sept. 5) during the season opener between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Los Angeles Chargers. Related Karol G Expands Winning Streak on Latin Airplay Chart With ‘Latina Foreva’ Jonas Brothers Promise They’ll Be Home […]

Can SoundExchange Bring Lawsuits? SiriusXM Appeal Will Shape Royalties Enforcement

A major court ruling last month found that SoundExchange doesn’t have the power to collect royalties through litigation. Now, the organization has launched an appeal in hopes of preserving this enforcement strategy. SoundExchange’s notice of appeal on Friday (Sept. 5) challenges an August federal court ruling that dismissed its $400 million lawsuit against SiriusXM. Judge […]

In Canada: Alex Warren Speaks Out After Exiting Sommo Festival, Says ‘I’m Going Through a Lot’

Alex Warren is doing something unordinary for a pop star. On Sep. 3, organizers of P.E.I’s Sommo Festival shared that the “Ordinary” singer withdrew from the event due to “a recently booked scheduling conflict,” in a now-deleted social post. Related Alex Warren’s ‘Ordinary’ Is Billboard’s No. 1 Global Song of the Summer for 2025 Miranda Lambert […]

Sphere Entertainment Stock Jumps for Second Week on ‘Wizard of Oz’ Hype

Sphere Entertainment Co. was the top-performing music stock for the second consecutive week after gaining 7.8% to $48.90 for the week ended Sept. 5.  After rising 6.8% the previous week, Sphere Entertainment rode continued enthusiasm for the revamped The Wizard of Oz that debuted at Sphere on Aug. 28. On Wednesday (Sept. 3), the stock […]

Damon Dash Declares Bankruptcy, Citing More Than $25M in Debts  

Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder Damon Dash has filed for bankruptcy, saying he has just over $4,000 to his name and owes more than $25 million in tax bills, child support and court judgments. Dash, who co-founded Roc-A-Fella with Jay-Z and Kareem “Biggs” Burke in 1994, is seeking to clear his debts through a so-called Chapter 7 […]