Lewis Capaldi delivered a powerful performance at Glastonbury on Friday (June 27), with a setlist that included his biggest hits and taste of his forthcoming new era. The Scottish singer-songwriter released his first single of 2025, “Survive,” earlier in the day.

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The 35-minute set marked a momentous occasion for the 28-year-old. His last full show took place on the same stage at Glastonbury 2023, during which he struggled with a strained vocal chord and his Tourette’s syndrome, which manifested in physical tics during most songs. 

Throughout his career, Capaldi has been open about his struggles with Tourette’s syndrome, a condition of the nervous system that, according to the National Health Service, causes people to make sudden sounds or have involuntary body movements. In late 2022, he shared his diagnosis in an Instagram post, telling followers that he was “learning new ways to cope all the time.”

By summer the following year, Capaldi had canceled all of his other live commitments in order to focus on Glastonbury, citing mental health struggles as a “direct symptom” of his job, which had spiraled into panic attacks. He addressed these issues on stage before finishing his set early due to his “voice packing in.”

After taking to the Pyramid Stage at 4:55 p.m. BST, Capaldi was met with chants of his name as he launched into “Before You Go” and “Grace” for the biggest crowd of the weekend so far. He was initially billed as a “TBA” on the festival’s schedule, though rumors soon spread through the festival site that Capaldi would be making his return.

He discussed his journey back to the festival. “It’s so good to be back. I’m not gonna say much up here as I might start crying. It’s amazing to be here with you and I can’t thank you enough for coming out and seeing me,” he told the crowd. “Second time’s a charm with this one, eh? It’s just a short set today and to finish what I couldn’t finish the first time.”

During the seven-song set, which included the debut performance of “Survive,” he made clear how important the show was to him. “The last three years haven’t been the best — they’ve been difficult at times,” he said while choking up. “[‘Survive’] is about overcoming stuff, and this has been my f-king goal to get back here,” Capaldi said of the Pyramid Stage set.

He rounded off the set with “Forget Me” and “Someone You Loved,” the latter of which is the U.K.’s most streamed song of all time, and hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2019. He ended the gig on a high-note, promising that “I’m f–king back, baby” to a rapturous response.

Writing on his Instagram at the end of the performance, Capaldi shared clips from the two shows and noted, “it’s so incredible to be back, thank you so much for having me.”

F1 The Album is a dynamic and diverse soundtrack that perfectly captures the high-speed energy and global appeal of Formula 1. Featuring a wide range of artists and genres, the album mirrors the sport’s thrilling, fast-paced nature while also reflecting its international reach and cultural impact. From pulsating electronic beats to bold hip-hop and rock anthems, each track brings a unique sound that aligns with the adrenaline and intensity of racing.

Released one track at a time in the lead-up to the movie’s premiere, F1 The Album quickly became one of the year’s most anticipated releases — bridging the worlds of music and motorsport like never before. In recent years, Formula 1 has experienced a major transformation: What was once considered a niche, male-dominated sport reserved for die-hard motorsport enthusiasts has evolved into a global phenomenon, now attracting the kind of passionate, emotionally driven fan base typically seen in mainstream pop culture. 

The soundtrack features a mix of genres and was curated to complement the intensity and emotion of key moments in the film. Seven time World Championship Formula One Title holder and co-chair of the 2025 Met Gala, Sir Lewis Hamilton, consulted on and co-produced the film, playing a crucial role both on and off screen. A longtime advocate for inclusivity in the sport, he has led efforts like the Diversity and Inclusion Charter in Formula 1.

Reflecting that same spirit, the soundtrack embraces a global perspective — featuring a diverse lineup of artists to match the sport’s massive international audience and its growing emphasis on representation and cultural reach. The star studded line-up includes Don Toliver, Tate McRae, Chris Stapleton, Madison Beer, Peggy Gou, Rosé, Dom Dolla, and many more.

With 17 tracks, F1 The Album offers something for everyone; whether you’re a die-hard racing fan or new to the sport. Even if motorsports aren’t your forte, this high-energy soundtrack is the perfect companion for your next road trip. Just be sure not to take the racing vibes too literally — keep it under the speed limit!

Whether you’re racing, watching from the grandstands, in the paddock, or on your next roadtrip with your friends, check out Billboard’s track ranking of F1 the Album below.

Ella Langley and HARDY have each had huge hits with collaborations (Langley with the Riley Green collab “You Look Like You Love Me” and HARDY with the Lainey Wilson duet “Wait in the Truck”). Now, they are teaming up on a new song that packs a twist.

HARDY offers up background vocals, and co-wrote the song with Langley and Jordan Schmidt.

At first listen, the song seems to be a sweet, lovestruck track with lyrics such as “Darling, you’re one in a million,” as Langley seemingly praises her lover and “the songs you pick at the bar,” and “the way that you talk to your mama … yeah, you got some kind of heart.”

But then the second verse takes a scorning turn as Langley sings, “Then you went and hooked up with my friend.” From there, the same chorus takes on a sneering patina, as she veers from loving to scathing, at one point calling her cheating partner “a piece of …”

“This isn’t a love song…,” Langley said on social media in introducing the track to fans.

On the touring side of things, Langley has added more shows to her Still Hungover tour, now set to conclude in November with two shows at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. She is also an opener on two nights of Morgan Wallen’s I’m the Problem Tour when the trek visits Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisc., on June 28-29.

Langley was also recently honored during Billboard‘s Country Power Players event on June 4 in Nashville, alongside BigXThaPlug, Riley Green, Little Big Town, Music Health Alliance’s Tatum Allsep and AEG/Goldenvoice executive vp Stacy Vee.

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Kid Cudi is opening up about why his Netflix hit Entergalactic didn’t receive a follow-up.

In response to a fan on X earlier this week, Cudder said the animated project, which earned critical praise in September 2022 and even won an Emmy, didn’t stream the way Netflix expected. Plans of a sequel never came to pass as a result.

“I asked them multiple times about doing another season and they told me no becuz they say it didn’t stream the way they expected,” Cudi wrote on Thursday (June 26). “Critically acclaimed, and a Emmy win, and still no interest. Very sad and it breaks my heart. I felt like the audience would’ve grown and more people woulda caught on, but they weren’t into it.”

He added that regardless of Netflix’s belief, Entergalactic “changed the game” and made an undeniable “impact.”

Billboard has reached out to Netflix for comment.

Cudi’s Entergalactic won the 2023 Primetime Emmy for outstanding individual achievement in animation, and was also nominated for outstanding animated program. The animated special also came with Cudi’s eighth studio album, Entergalactic.

In other news, Kid Cudi is currently hard at work on a new album. He dropped off the lead single “Neverland” back in May. Additionally, Cudi testified against Diddy at the mogul’s federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial on May 22. After his testimony, he shouted out his supporters on X.

“Hey guys, so I, I just wanna say, man, I’ve been seeing all the love and support, and I just wanna say thank you so much, man. People have been hitting me up the past week just checking in and, and even today, and I just, it really means a lot to me, man,” he wrote at th etime. “You guys are the best. I love y’all. This is a stressful situation. I’m glad it’s behind me and yeah, I love y’all, man.”

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It’s been a few years since fans have heard from Haylie Duff, who is seemingly living her best mom life in Texas, if her Instagram is to be believed. But the singer and actress has actually been staying busy behind the scenes, as a producer and director for a handful of recent Lifetime movies.

Now, the star steps back in front of the camera in a new Lifetime original movie called Pretty Hurts, that airs this Saturday, June 28 at 8 p.m. ET/PT.

The new movie stars Duff as Julie, a former beauty pageant winner who swore off the toxicity of the pageant circuit, until her teenage daughter suddenly finds herself needing money for college, and the two are drawn right back in. The film is sponsored by pharmaceutical company GSK and also includes a storyline about meningococcal disease (a.k.a. meningitis) to help viewers learn about the growing risk of the illness among 16 to 23 year olds. Per an official description, the film uncovers the “ugly truths behind the glamour of the teen pageant world.”

Pretty Hurts airs Saturday night on Lifetime and you can watch the new Haylie Duff movie on TV with a cable package that includes the Lifetime channel. Want to watch Pretty Hurts online without cable? Stream it live on Philo, a live TV streaming service that includes a Lifetime feed.

Philo normally costs $28/month for 70+ channels but you can grab a seven-day free trial here to livestream Lifetime’s Pretty Hurts online free. Philo’s plans include free DVR so you can record the movie to watch Pretty Hurts on-demand later.

Another live streaming option is DirecTV, which offers Lifetime as part of its “Choice,” “Ultimate” and “Premier” packages. Pricing currently starts at $59.99/month for 120+ channels but you can test out the service with a five-day free trial to DirecTV here.

Both Philo and DirecTV let you watch Pretty Hurts live online without cable, as it airs on Lifetime. The streamers let you livestream the Haylie Duff movie on your phone, tablet, computer or smart TV.

Duff posted a behind-the-scenes video of the Pretty Hurts film set to Instagram earlier this month, telling viewers that the movie is about “beauty standards, pressure and standing up for yourself, even when it’s hard.”

“In hopes of winning scholarship money, Lauren makes a decision that goes against everything she promised herself as a child—she enters the same beauty pageant her mother once dominated in her youth,” reads a synopsis from the Lifetime site. “While Julie is eager to relive the glory of her own pageant days and share one last bonding experience with her daughter, Lauren is thrust into a dark, toxic world of cutthroat competition and psychological manipulation, all hidden behind bleached white smiles and rhinestone gowns. Too preoccupied with the pageant, Lauren doesn’t realize that her best friend Rae is falling seriously ill with a potentially deadly but vaccine-preventable disease — meningitis B – prompting her to turn the pageant platform into a tool for awareness and education.”

Watch the new Lifetime original movie Pretty Hurts Saturday at 8 p.m. on TV or online through Philo. Get a free trial to Philo here.

Welcome to a sweltering edition of Executive TurntableBillboard‘s weekly roundup of promotions, hires, exits and everything in between across the music industry. This go-round we’ve got Jody Gerson (ya heard?), several moves in the live space, and a couple big hires at Lost Highway. Buckle up…

Ancestry has appointed Universal Music Publishing Group chairman and CEO Jody Gerson to its board of directors as an independent member. Gerson, a pioneering figure in the music industry, became the first woman to lead a global music company and major publisher in 2015. She has worked with top artists like Adele, Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift and The Weeknd, and led major catalog acquisitions for icons such as Bob Dylan and Sting. Beyond her music achievements — which include multiple executive-of-the-year nods on various Billboard lists — Gerson also co-founded the nonprofit She Is The Music and serves on several influential boards. Ancestry board chair Mark Thompson praised Gerson as a “visionary leader whose transformative impact on the music industry is matched only by her unwavering commitment to creativity, inclusion and innovation,” while Blackstone’s David Kestnbaum highlighted her “highly valuable perspectives.”

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Thorsten Schäffler is the new chief product officer of European ticketing giant CTS Eventim, effective July 16. In this role, Schäffler will oversee product management across all B2B and B2C offerings and lead the development of the company’s global product strategy. A key focus will be leveraging generative AI to enhance data analysis and predictive tools for promoters, while improving fan experiences through personalized recommendations and marketing. Reporting to CTO Karel Dörner, Schäffler brings extensive experience in digital transformation, having held leadership roles at Flix, Enpal and Boston Consulting Group. Dörner said of Schäffler’s remit: “As an experienced product manager and proven expert in the development and implementation of digital product strategies, he will, among other things, drive the use of generative AI and transform innovative ideas into customer-oriented offerings.”

Sony Music Publishing promoted Margherita Gnech to managing director of its Italy division, effective immediately. Based in Milan, Gnech will lead creative and business operations at SMP Italy, which represents iconic talents like Ennio Morricone, Måneskin and Franco Battiato, reporting directly to SMP president of international Guy Henderson. Since joining SMP in 2020, Gnech has played a key role in the company’s success, first as senior manager of legal and business affairs and most recently as head of legal and business affairs. She previously practiced copyright law. Henderson said Gnech “has a clear vision about the creative future of our company and will be a major contributor to Italy’s music publishing business. Her relationships across our global network will be instrumental as we continue to expand Italian songwriters’ presence around the world.”

Lost Highway made two key adds to the repaved label‘s growing Nashville-based team. Casey Thomas was named vp of marketing, bringing nearly seven years of experience leading marketing and commercial partnerships at Monument Records, along with prior experience at the Country Music Hall of Fame. Vincent Masino joined as manager of audience development and content strategy, coming from UMG Nashville, where he was a digital content specialist. Co-head Robert Knotts praised Thomas’s innovative approach and Masino’s talent for connecting artists with audiences. The hires follow the label’s relaunch, with Kacey Musgraves as its first new signing.

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Oak View Group appointed Simon Hanna as senior vp of operations. Hanna brings over 15 years of experience in live events, hospitality and venue operations, having previously served as COO at Freemans Event Partners. In his new role, Hanna will oversee operational performance across Oak View Group’s expanding portfolio of venues, working closely with evp of venue management Rebecca Kane Burton and vp of hospitality strategy Michalis Fragkiadakis to enhance fan experiences and boost innovation. Hanna has led operations for major global events like the 2024 Paris Olympics and 2023 Rome Ryder Cup, and worked at iconic venues including Wembley and Lord’s.

United Talent Agency appointed partner Darnell Strom as head of its U.K. office in London. Strom, who has a background in politics and previously worked with Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, has played a key role in UTA’s global strategy and represents high-profile clients including Malala Yousafzai, Jon Batiste and Alexis Ohanian. Relocating from Los Angeles, Strom will oversee UTA’s U.K. operations and lead its expansion across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Space Shower FUGA, a joint venture between Japan’s Space Shower Networks and Downtown’s global distributor FUGA, appointed Satoshi Tanaka as CEO, effective July 1. Tanaka, a board member since 2022, brings nearly two decades of experience from Space Shower Networks, where he led content production, international development and corporate planning. He’ll now focus on expanding client acquisition and business development, supporting Japanese rights holders with global infrastructure and local expertise. Founded in 2021, Space Shower FUGA combines FUGA’s global tech with Space Shower’s cultural leadership to serve Japan’s music ecosystem. Outgoing CEO Koichi Sato will transition to chairman. The company currently supports around 2,000 clients, offering localized distribution, royalty reporting and promotional tools for artists.

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Nathalie Rubin joined IMAGE PR as senior director of publicity, reporting directly to CEO and founder Hailey Bailey. Based in Los Angeles, Rubin brings over a decade of experience in music publicity, having held roles at major labels like BMG and Elektra, as well as top PR agencies like Hustle&Co. At IMAGE, she will work across a diverse client roster that includes musicians, actors, models, digital creators and CEOs.

Independent music distributor IDOL appointed Johann Böhringer as general manager for Germany, Austria and Switzerland (GAS), effective July 1. Based in Berlin, Böhringer will lead regional expansion, support existing label partners like City Slang, NOTON and Kommerz Records, and develop new business opportunities. One of his first projects includes the rollout of the next album by rising Irish post-punk band SPRINTS. Böhringer brings over a decade of experience in A&R, marketing and label management, most recently heading the label division at A Million Music. He has also held roles at Sony Music’s Columbia Records Germany and B1 Records. At IDOL, he joins Victor Coridaß in Berlin and will collaborate closely with the Paris leadership team.

The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced the appointment of Kristy Fletcher as COO, a new role. Fletcher will continue as president of MusiCounts, Canada’s music education charity associated with The JUNO Awards. Prior to MusiCounts, Fletcher spent two decades at Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE), where she played a key role in developing the community investment strategy for the Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors. “Kristy’s impact on MusiCounts and the broader Canadian music landscape has been extraordinary,” Allan Reid, president and CEO, CARAS/The JUNO Awards, said. “Her strategic leadership, deep commitment to community, and proven operational excellence make her a natural fit for the COO role at CARAS.” –Paul Grein

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The Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority (MSFA) and Legends/ASM Global announced two leadership promotions at U.S. Bank Stadium. Effective July 1, Shannon Kelly will step into the role of general manager, succeeding John Drum, who has been elevated to regional vp for Legends/ASM Global. A St. Paul native, Kelly joined the stadium team in 2018 and most recently served as Director of Events. She brings over a decade of experience from Kroenke Sports & Entertainment and will now oversee the day-to-day operations, management, and promotion of the 66,000-plus seat venue. In his new role, Drum will oversee operations at six NFL stadiums and two additional venues across the U.S.

TKO Artist Management elevated Eric Gundrum to manager, now overseeing day-to-day operations for artist-writers Mac McAnally and Scotty Emerick, while continuing as part of artist Jackson Dean’s management team. Jordan Bernal has been promoted to management coordinator, supporting the management teams for artists Jamey Johnson, Dean, McAnally and Emerick. Finally, Ella Bare joined as executive assistant to the president, supporting company founder and president TK Kimbrell. –Jessica Nicholson

Concert Stuff Group hired Chance Stahlhut as the production company’s new chief operating officer. Stahlhut began his career in punk clubs and small venues before touring globally as an engineer and crewchief with Clair Global. He later transitioned into production leadership roles at VER and PRG, overseeing major tours and cross-functional teams. Most recently, he served as COO at Go West Creative, expanding into experiential strategy and brand activations. At CSG, the Nashville-based Stahlhut will oversee operations across its growing portfolio of production, event and media companies. “Chance’s rare combination of technical expertise, operational excellence, and creative insight makes him an ideal fit to help execute our vision,” said CEO Jim Brammer.

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Jack Delaney is promoted to GM at Murray Chalmers PR (MCPR), effective immediately. In his new role, he will collaborate with founder Murray Chalmers on business operations while continuing to manage high-profile client accounts, including Headie One, Lily Allen, James, New Order, Slick Rick, Kate Bush, the John Lennon Estate, Abbey Road Studios and Blue Note Jazz Club. The announcement coincides with the departure of Sarah Henderson from the company, also effective immediately.

Music Technology UK, the UK’s sole trade association dedicated to music tech startups, named Cliff Fluet as its inaugural chair to lead its newly formed board of directors. Fluet is a partner at Lewis Silkin, managing director of Eleven Advisory, and also serves in leadership roles at Music Minds Matter and Help Musicians. As chair, he’ll guide MTUK’s strategic direction to position the UK as a global hub for music tech innovation. The new board includes Helen Sartory (Beatport), Claire Mas (Spitfire Audio), Gareth Deakin (Sonorous Global) and MTUK CEO Matt Cartmell.

StrmMusic appointed Geoff Cubitt as CEO of StrmMusic North America, marking a big step in the Brazilian music tech company’s expansion into the U.S. and Canada. Based in Chicago, Cubitt will lead the company’s North American headquarters and drive growth in AI-powered career management, digital distribution and credit advances for artists. A seasoned digital innovator and the co-founder of Roundarch, Cubitt has led digital transformations for brands like HBO, Adidas and JP Morgan Chase over the course of a 30-year career.

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New Music Latin is a compilation of the best new Latin songs and albums recommended by Billboard and Billboard Español editors. Check out this week’s picks below.

Christian Alicea, Swingkete Vol. 1 – Maratón (Rimas Entertainment)

Alicea’s first album under Rimas Entertainment, his label since February, is exactly what the title suggests: a marathon of tropical gems. In a moment where regional sounds continue to dominate the scene in Latin music — from Bad Bunny’s Debí Tirar Más Fotos to Karol G’s Tropicoqueta — Alicea’s Swingkete is a standout, honoring his beloved Puerto Rico fusing traditional styles like bomba, plena and salsa with cumbia and Afrobeat. The salsa singer, formerly a fireman, recruits Jowell & Randy, J Álvarez, Frabian Eli and Eliot “El Mago D Oz,” to help him usher a new era for salsa music.

From beginning to end, the LP is a joy to listen to. From the unexpected but really fun Colombian cumbia “Me Lo Gozo” powered by an earworm chorus to his “Homenaje a J Álvarez,” an ode to the OG reggatonero from Puerto Rico who joins him to sample the anthemic “La Pregunta.”  And then there’s “Carrusel,” a signature fast-paced salsa powered by a potent percussion and commanding brass instruments. He closes with “Gracias,” a violin-led power ballad that shows another side of Alicea. With Swingkete, it’s safe to say that Alicea cements his role as a leading force among the new generation of salsa hitmakers. — GRISELDA FLORES

Gerardo Ortiz, “Échame el Grito” (Badsin Entertainment)

Gerardo Ortiz, one of the most respected figures in regional Mexican music, releases new music for the first time in over a year: the norteño ballad “Échame el Grito,” a preview of his upcoming album. This new track is a great way to remember the artist’s romantic side outside of the corridos that brought him fame a decade ago. It’s accompanied by accordion, guitars, percussion, and even hints of country, all adding to the singer’s heartfelt interpretation of a fervent declaration of love: “Give me a shout/ When you feel like having a beautiful love/ Here you have the No. 1 fan of your eyes,” reads part of the lyrics. It’s a feeling of hope and longing that is conveyed in the music video, recorded in Miami in a somber atmosphere in which Ortiz imagines the woman with whom he wants to share a romance. — TERE AGUILERA

Camilo, “Maldito ChatGPT” (El Taller Creativo/Sony Music Latin)

On “Maldito ChatGPT,” Camilo reflects on a love that’s not worth it — because ChatGPT told him. Produced by Trooko, the Colombian singer-songwriter dives into a captivating house track with deep bass. Penned by the artist himself, alongside Jeffrey Peñalva, “Maldito ChatGPT” is a clever twist on today’s technology with artificial intelligence. “You’re not for me/ ChatGPT told me/ Who knows me better than I know myself/ And I asked him again/ But he said no and I wanted him to say yes,” he chants, before ChatGPT reminds him at the end of the song why he’s better off alone. The music video, which shows a frustrated Camilo looking for answers in an office space, was directed by Evaluna Montaner and Sebastian Andrade at his own El Taller Creativo in Miami. — JESSICA ROIZ

Anuel AA, “Little Demon” (Real Hasta La Muerte)

To give context to his new single “Little Demon,” Anuel opens with a verse from Los Alegres Del Barranco’s “El del Palenque”: “I am the owner of the arena/ Four letters go in the front.” The Mexican group recently faced charges from the Jalisco State Prosecutor’s Office for allegedly advocating crime. In true Anuel fashion, “Little Demon” is a deep, hard-hitting trap where the Puerto Rican artists delves into the harsh realities of the streets, including drug trafficking and cartels. This track is the first single from his upcoming album, RHLM2, which pays tribute to his musical roots with a raw and authentic essence. “I’m not making music for the industry; I’m only working to stay true to myself,” he said to Billboard during his exclusive album listening session in Miami this week. — INGRID FAJARDO

Wampi & Leoni Torres, “La Última” (Awaken Music/Virgin Music Latin)

Wampi has steered away from his R&B-infused Reparto sound for a smooth heartfelt ballad in collaboration with Leoni Torres. In “La Última,” Cuba’s breakout star and the country’s prolific singer-songwriter join forces to sing about two lovebirds meeting at the wrong time. “Many relationships don’t work out because a couple meets before the time is right. [This song] explores that phenomenon and there’s nobody better to tell that story with than Leoni […] I grew up listening to Leoni and he’s influenced my music greatly; especially my songwriting and delivery on slow songs,” Wampi, who penned and produced the jazzy tune, said in a press statement. “La Última” forms part of Wampi’s forthcoming El Rey de la Habana album — his debut studio set under Virgin Music Latin. — J.R.

Maye, Música Para Abrir El Cielo (Pink Poetry)

Venezuelan artist Maye presents her debut album, Música Para Abrir El Cielo, an organic fusion of dream pop with nuances of bossa nova, bolero, and Latin influences, articulated with a contemporary Gen Z sensibility. Maye, who gained attention a few years ago when her song “Tú” was included in Barack Obama’s 2020 playlist of favorite songs, delivers eleven tracks that highlight her angelic performance and poetic lyrical sensitivity, perceptible from the opening of the set with “Open the Sky,” which establishes the aesthetic for the rest of the album.

From the enveloping “Peter Pan,” with its bossa nova feel and nostalgia-filled guitars, to the sensual contemporary bolero “Luna de Miel,” to the dynamic “Una Medalla” and “Lento” with Rawayana — which, although with a more pronounced groove, do not break the overall atmosphere — the album displays an extravaganza of styles and sonic influences, skillfully produced. Throughout the journey, Maye builds a nostalgic, sensual, and ethereal sound universe that invites you to fully immerse yourself. — LUISA CALLE

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Corey Kent’s “This Heart” becomes his first No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart. The single by the 31-year-old from Bixby, Okla., ascends two spots to the top of the survey dated July 5 with 27.9 million audience impressions, up 16%, June 20-26, according to Luminate.

“This Heart” was co-authored by Thomas Archer, Blake Bollinger, Jacob Hackworth and Michael Tyler, and Chris Farren produced it. The song is from Kent’s album Black Bandana, released last September.

Kent’s first of three Country Airplay entries, “Wild as Her,” hit No. 3 in May in 2023. “Something’s Gonna Kill Me” reached No. 40 in January 2024.

“What a ride!” Kent tells Billboard. “I couldn’t be more proud of ‘This Heart.’ It is everything that I love about country music. It’s got soul, depth and makes you feel something. It’s meant so much to our fans since it came out — it’s helped people through heartbreak and the ups and downs of life, and I give all the credit to my friends who wrote this and trusted me to be the voice of it, as well as the radio team who put this in front of the fans and carried it all the way to the top.”

As “This Heart” reaches the Country Airplay pinnacle in its 53rd week, dating to its No. 60 arrival last June, it completes the second-longest trip to No. 1 this year. Dylan Scott’s “This Town’s Been Too Good to Us” ruled the April 5 ranking in its 55th frame.

Kent, who was already fronting a Western-swing band by age 11, moved to Nashville when he was 17. Billed as Corey Kent White (his full name), he competed on NBC’s The Voice in 2015, on coach Blake Shelton’s team, and charted three covers on Hot Country Songs over his run on the competition, reaching the top 40 with his take on Bad English’s Diane Warren-penned “When I See You Smile.”

On June 18, Kendrick Lamar and SZA wrapped the North American leg of their co-billed Grand National Tour. The run’s 23 shows grossed $256.4 million and sold 1.1 million tickets, according to figures reported to Billboard Boxscore. That makes it the highest grossing reported co-headline tour ever.

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After the first leg of the tour, Lamar and SZA top Billboard’s ranking of the 40 biggest co-billed tours in Boxscore history. It’s a narrow victory, surpassing Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s On the Run II Tour (2018) by less than $3 million, or just 1%. In terms of ticket sales, the Carters still reign with 2.2 million tickets sold, though Lamar and SZA could make up the difference by the time the tour wraps later this year.

The Grand National Tour and On the Run II Tour are the only co-headline runs that have made more than $200 million, while just four more crossed $100 million, including Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s first On the Run Tour in 2014. The co-headline ranking is littered with classic rock and country tours, but hip-hop easily takes the top two spots, and half of the top six.

While Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour still looms in the distance among the highest grossing tours by R&B artists ($579.8 million), Lamar now has the biggest stadium tour ever among rappers.

The Grand National Tour kicked off on April 19 in Minneapolis and then hit 18 more cities in the United States and Canada. That routing included double-headers in New York and Toronto, and three shows in Los Angeles.

The L.A. stop at SoFi Stadium was a homecoming for Lamar, yielding the biggest gross and attendance of the tour so far. On May 21, 23 and 24, the Grand National Tour grossed a collective $40.4 million from 147,000 tickets. The June 4 show in SZA’s hometown of St. Louis (The Dome at America’s Center) was just as well attended as any of the L.A. dates (48,600) on a gross of $8.8 million.

The Grand National Tour is easily the biggest concert run of Lamar and SZA’s careers to date. The former sold out arenas on The Big Steppers Tour in 2022-23, and the latter did so on the SOS Tour in 2023-24. But while those international jaunts averaged $1.6 million and $1.8 million per show, respectively, Grand National is pacing $11.1 million each night, toppling both solo runs six times over.

In the case of any successful co-headline tour, one plus one should equal two (at least). But beyond the simple math of combining these rap and R&B superstars, both acts are riding buzzing momentum. Lamar released GNX in November and SZA dropped SOS Deluxe: LANA in December. Each record featured a Lamar/SZA duet, and the former’s “Luther” spent 13 weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100, topping the chart beyond the tour’s first month. Add to that, both shared the stage during the Super Bowl LIX halftime show following Grammy wins for 2024 hits “Not Like Us” and “Saturn.”

Lamar and SZA will kick off the tour’s European leg on July 2 in Cologne, Germany. It’s the first of 16 shows, including double-headers in Frankfurt, London and Paris. Then, they hit Latin America for five dates before two nights in Australia December, when the tour will hit Sydney and Melbourne. Both artists are bigger earners in the U.S. than overseas, which is to be expected for any American act, especially in hip-hop. Still, a 15%-20% dip in nightly grosses in Australia and a 35% drop-off in Europe and Latin America would put the Grand National Tour on track for a $400 million finish.

Kendrick Lamar is headed to Latin America. PgLang and Live Nation announced on Friday (June 27) that K. Dot’s Grand National Tour will be making a handful of stops in Latin America come September.

Kicking off in Mexico City on Sept. 23, Lamar is slated to also hit soccer stadiums in Colombia, Brazil, Argentina and Chile, with the Latin American leg wrapping up in Santiago on Oct. 7.

Ticket onsale times vary for the general public. Argentina is up first with tickets becoming available on July 1 at 10 a.m. local time, while Colombians get their shot on July 4.

SZA won’t be part of the five-show Latin America run, but Argentinian hip-hop duo CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso is slated to perform as openers.

Kendrick and SZA wrapped up the North American leg of the Grand National Tour earlier in June. The lucrative set of shows made the duo the highest grossing co-headlining tour of all-time, according to Billboard Boxscore. Through 23 reported shows, the trek grossed $256.4 million with 1.1 million tickets sold.

Before traveling to Latin America in September, Kendrick and SZA are gearing up for a European run, which starts in Germany on July 2. The Euro leg will also hit the Netherlands, Paris, London, Barcelona, Rome, Poland and Italy before finishing up in Stockholm, Sweden.

The North American run had plenty of special guests touch the stadium stages, as Playboi Carti, Doja Cat, Justin Bieber, Baby Keem, Lizzo and Kaytranada all made cameos.

Find the Latin American dates for the Grand National Tour below.

Kendrick Lamar

Kendrick Lamar

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