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J Balvin Extends No. 1 Record on Latin Airplay Chart With DJ Snake Collab: ‘I Feel Incredibly Grateful to Keep Making History Together’

J Balvin extends his own record for the most No. 1s on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart, securing his 39th No. 1 hit on the chart dated Oct. 18 via “Noventa,” his second collab with DJ Snake. Thanks to its ruling, the French DJ celebrates his fourth consecutive chart-topper. “Working again with my brother DJ Snake […]

Christian Music Giant Cook Media Global Acquires Influential Label Home of Phil Wickham

Christian music company and book publisher Cook Media Global has acquired indie faith-based label Fair Trade Services, home to artists including Phil Wickham, CeCe Winans, Colton Dixton, MercyMe and Micah Tyler. The acquisition includes all of Fair Trade’s music recordings, song publishing, workforce and catalog. On Oct. 31, Fair Trade will become an independent subsidiary […]

‘Wicked: For Good’ Is Almost Here: Get Ready for the Film by Shopping Our Picks From Ulta Beauty’s ‘Wicked’ Section

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. Wicked: For Good is coming to theaters on Nov. 21. While we’re still a ways away from the film’s release, you […]

Michael Archer Jr., D’Angelo & Angie Stone’s Son, Reflects on ‘Rough and Sad Year’ After Losing Both Parents in 7 Months

Michael Archer Jr., the son of D’Angelo and Angie Stone, has issued a statement following the death of his father on Tuesday (Oct. 14), which comes just seven months after the death of his mother. Related R&B Legend D’Angelo Dead Following a ‘Prolonged’ & ‘Courageous Battle With Cancer’ Angie Stone & D’Angelo’s Son Posts Heartfelt Tribute […]

D’Angelo’s Biggest Billboard Chart Hits: ‘Lady,’ ‘Untitled’ & More

Despite a shorter songbook than many of his peers, D’Angelo enshrined a highly regarded, quality-rich discography into the R&B catalog. The Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and producer, who died Tuesday (Oct. 14) at age 51, joined contemporaries including Erykah Badu, Lauryn Hill and Maxwell at the forefront of the neo-soul movement, which focused on recapturing […]

Britney Spears’ Ex-Husband Kevin Federline Says He Fears for Her Life: ‘It’s Become Impossible to Pretend Everything’s OK’

Kevin Federline is speaking out about Britney Spears, whose parenting and mental health he calls into question in newly published excerpts from his upcoming memoir, You Thought You Knew. Related Britney Spears Ex Kevin Federline Prepping ‘Extremely Intimate and Transparent’ Tell-All Memoir ‘You Thought You Knew’ Britney Spears’ Youngest Son Jayden Looks All Grown Up in […]