Bruce Springsteen supported Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris at a rally on Thursday night (Oct. 24) in Clarkston, Georgia, performing three songs and standing in stark opposition to Harris’ opponent, Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump.

“I’m Bruce Springsteen and I am here today to support Kamala Harris and Tim Walz for president and vice president of the United States and to oppose Donald Trump and JD Vance,” Springsteen said to wild applause as he began his remarks in James Hallford Stadium outside Atlanta.

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The music superstar played a trio of songs for the 20,000-person crowd: “The Promised Land,” “Land of Hope and Dreams” and “Dancing in the Dark,” which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1984 and marks the highest-charting song of his career.

“I want a president who reveres the Constitution,” Springsteen added in his remarks. “Who does not threaten but wants to protect and guide our great democracy. Who believes in the rule of law and the peaceful transfer of power. Who will fight for a woman’s right to choose. And who wants to create a middle-class economy that will serve all our citizens. There is only one candidate in this election who holds those principles dear: Kamala Harris.

“She’s running to be the 47th president of the United States,” he continued. “Donald Trump is running to be an American tyrant. He does not understand the country, its history or what it means to be deeply American. And that’s why November 5th I’m casting my vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz. I urge all of you who believe in the American way to join me.”

After Springsteen’s mini-concert and speech, he was followed by addresses from former President Barack Obama — who was introduced earlier this week at a Detroit rally by Eminem — and then Vice President Harris.

Watch Springsteen’s speech and performances below:

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It’s easy to get lost in the music when you’re wearing comfortable headphones and jamming away to your favorite songs, but your brain could be suffering from burnout.  

Luxury audio brand Master & Dynamic partnered with Neurable, a neurotechnology company specializing in developing AI-powered tools, to introduce an innovation in smart headphones.

The MW75 Neuro headphones measure your brain activity to help boost productivity and avoid burning out by integrating Neurable’s brain-computer interface (BCI) and AI technology. Electroencephalography (EEG) sensors in the ear pads of the headphones track and analyze brain signals and translates them into “detailed brainwave data that offers valuable insights into focus levels and more,” according to a news release.

MW75 Neuro Headphones: Details, Pricing & Where to Pre-Order

Master & Dynamic MW75 Neuro Smart EEG ANC Headphones


Available in onyx and grey, MW75 Neuro headphones are up for pre-order and will be released on Oct. 31. They feature memory foam pads, an anodized aluminum headset, tempered glass and lambskin leather.

On the technical front, the hi-fidelity headphones are powered with 40mm beryllium metal drivers, Bluetooth 5.2, adaptive technology that connects to hi-res Bluetooth audio up to 100 feet and a 22-hour battery.

With the Neurable app, you can access your brainwave data and focus score, track your progress, find tips to enhance productivity and enact the Brain Break feature, which prompts you to pause and refocus.

“The brain serves as the core of our health and well-being, yet we have only scratched the surface of what is possible by understanding and harnessing its power,” said Dr. Ramses Alcaide, co-founder and CEO of Neurable. “In partnership with Master & Dynamic, we are eager to bring the future of neurotechnology to the world with the debut of our groundbreaking MW75 Neuro smart headphones. These headphones mark the beginning of BCI-enabled technology for all, with the development of future use cases already underway.”

Master & Dynamic’s product lineup includes the MW75 ANC NoiseCanceling Headphones ($599), MH40 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones ($399) and the MW09 Wireless Earbuds ($349).

For more tech upgrades, check out the best speakers for music fans and the best vertical record players.  

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Move over ’90s and Y2K fashion, musicians have been flocking to a new style trend that’ll turn your outfits into an elegant statement. On and off the red carpet artists have been spotted wearing sheer tulle gloves with their outfits including Ariana Grand, Beyoncé and Olivia Rodrigo (to name a few).

The look isn’t anything new either and can be traced back to the 17th century to protect women’s hands and arms from the sunlight as well as being used for sports, according to glove brand Cornelia James. Over time, it was increasingly worn to complete evening wear outfits — think Bridgerton‘s ball scenes. Now, artists are bringing the accessory back into mainstream fashion with Grande sporting the look on various occasions like the 2024 Met Gala, her additional album cover for Eternal Sunshine and the 2019 Grammy’s.

Beyoncé even gave the simple accessory her stamp of approval when she attended Glamour‘s 2024 Women of the Year award. The 43-year-old star even showed off her complete look that combined trends: sheer gloves and the soft butter yellow shade, which can be seen in her Instagram post from Oct. 10.

The celeb-loved product has even caught the attention of Gen Z stars like Rodrigo as she finished her 2023 Met Gala look with a pair of soft purple tulle gloves.

Incorporating the look into your own style isn’t complicated either — you can use it as a layering piece under long sleeves of jackets to bring a more elevated touch to your outfits. For more fancier events, a long pair of gloves can elongate your arms while bringing an even more luxurious energy to your outfit.

Keep reading to add the trend to your outfit rotation.

What Are the Best Sheer Gloves?

Below, ShopBillboard put together a list of sheer tulle gloves inspired by the musician trend for you to stock up on.

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Debbie’s Tea Party Gloves

Similar to the “Yes, And?” singer, you can bring a bright cherry red to your outfit in these short gloves. What really turns this design into a statement piece (beyond the bold color) is the ruffle hem that adds a flirty touch.


model wearing light yellow sheer gloves with black mini dress

XXDingbs Tulle Super Long Gloves

Infuse Beyoncé’s style into your wardrobe in a pair of these ruched yellow gloves. The length goes above the elbow and is adjustable so you can choose how ruched some areas of your arm is over other parts. The tulle fabric also makes it breathable to keep your arms comfy.


model wearing burgundy fingerless sheer gloves with polka dot design

All Only Hearts Coucou Lola Swiss Dot Gloves

Free People is adding some edginess to the sheer glove trend with its fingerless construction. You can choose from four shades depending on the aesthetic you’re going for and bring a level of texture to your outfits thanks to the polka dot pattern.


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Unique Vintage 1920s Black Mesh Gloves

Give off some Breakfast At Tiffany’s energy when you pair your little black dress with these simple black gloves. They’re inspired by the designs of the 1920s and come with a stretchy yet form-fitting material that’ll put an emphasis on your arms.


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CASDRE Rhinestone Fishnet Gloves

Make your whole arm shimmer in these nude fishnet gloves that are elbow length and decorated with rhinestones for a more shimmering appearance. The design incorporates a mesh-like material that’s lightweight and stretchy to form to your skin comfortably.


For more product recommendations, check out ShopBillboard‘s roundups of the best maxi dresses, Wicked merch and platform heels.

Warner Music Group announced the launch of Warner Music Africa Francophone (WMAFR) on Thursday (Oct. 24). 

The new venture will “spotlight incredible talent from Francophone Africa,” co-director Yoann Chapalain said in a statement. “It aims to connect diverse sounds and regions, elevate releases for maximum success, and expand the music’s reach globally.” 

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The launch comes at a time when demand for French-language music is growing. “Since 2019, French-language music streams have surged by 94%” on Spotify, the streaming service noted in a blog post in September.

“All regions of the world are embracing the richness and diversity of the French-language music scene,” according to Jeremy Erlich, head of music content at Spotify. “There’s been a sharp rise in the number of French-language music listeners on Spotify.”

Warner Music Africa Francophone will be a collaboration between Warner Music Africa, Warner Music France, and Africori, a distribution company. WMG previously announced that it acquired a majority stake in Africori in 2022.

The company was working with around 7,000 artists at the time. “African music is booming all around the world and some of our artists are right at the heart of the explosion,” Yoel Kenan, CEO of Africori, said in 2022. “Through our partnership, Warner Music has proven that it is the perfect home for Africori and our artists going forward. I’m looking forward to continuing to work with them as we break more artists on a global scale.”

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WMAFR will be led by Chapalain along with Marc-André Niang. Chapalain also serves as A&R Manager at Africori, and Niang continues on as A&R director, French-speaking African repertoire at WM France.

“It’s important for us to be able to create new synergies for the development and structure of the Francophone market in Africa,” Niang said in a statement. “While the region is steeped in both culture and talent, the ecosystem faces challenges.  Our team will connect creatives and help shape the environment to drive cross-cultural success.”

Simon Robson, WMG’s president of recorded music for Europe, Middle East, and Africa, likened WMAFR to 91 North, a joint venture between Warner Music Canada and Warner Music India that launched in 2023. 

“There’s a strong cultural trade route between France and West Africa,” Robson added. “WM Africa Francophone will help us support the artists in that space.”

Lil Uzi Vert is back with a new album, ‘Eternal Atake 2,’ and we run through all the details of their announcement. Keep watching for more!

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Philly rapper Lil Uzi Vert announced a sequel to their 2020 album ‘Eternal Atake.’ They also revealed the artwork and a sci-fi-inspired trailer suggesting they were abducted by aliens on March 6, 2020, the day the first ‘Eternal Atake’ was released. The artwork for ‘Eternal Atake 2’ features a group of women with their eyes lit up as if they’ve been possessed by extraterrestrials. Uzi also dropped a 29-second clip of a TV show theme song entitled “Uzi the Earthling!” The clip maybe hints at a TV show, but nothing is confirmed. The way it sounds is reminiscent of TV show themes from the 1960s. Late in 2023, they originally planned to retire after dropping ‘LUV Is Rage 3.’ They made the announcement to the crowd while in Chicago for their Pink Tape Tour. ‘Eternal Atake 2’ is due out November 1.

GloRilla added some of her characteristic sense of humor to her social media page this week, throwing her followers for a loop when she shared a series of mirror photos cradling a baby bump.

While GloRilla did not caption the photos, she caught the attention of her famous fans in the comments, with Latto writing, “Gloria, gone on,” while Muni Long added, “You play!” along with a laughing emoji. See the post here.

The rapper, however, is not pregnant, and actually discussed parenthood in a recent interview with Charlamagne Tha God. “I do want to have kids, but not my own kids. I want to do a surrogate,” she said. “I want somebody else to have my baby. I want them to have my DNA, but I don’t want to have it.”

She continued, “I just don’t want to actually have a baby… All my friends have kids, and they’re restricted a lot when they’re pregnant. I’m like, ‘Nah, I don’t want to go through that.” 

Earlier this month, GloRilla dropped her debut album, GLORIOUS, featuring Megan Thee Stallion, Latto, Sexyy Red, Kirk Franklin, T-Pain and more.

“Last year, I was supposed to drop my debut album, but I was still just getting used to stuff and working a lot,” Glo told Billboard of the project. “When the top of the year came, I had the project basically done. I was like, ‘OK, I gotta give them the mixtape before I give them the album,’ because I went the whole year without dropping anything. That’s why I said I was gonna give them the mixtape first, get em’ back used to me first, give ’em a feel of me, and then that’s gonna prep me for the album. The mixtape did good and did what it was supposed to do, which prepped me for my album.”

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Recording songs is just one step in the music-making process. Next, emerging artists need to distribute their album, EP or singles on music streaming platforms in order to reach listeners.

Sources like YouTube and TikTok have become a popular method for exposure, but if you’re looking to reach a wider audience, DistroKid can instantly get your music on Spotify — and for as little as $2 a month.

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What differentiates the platform from the rest isn’t just its simplicity, but its artist-first mind-set and ability to eliminate having to count tracks and pay royalty fees. In three easy steps, you can get your music quickly released on Spotify in addition to a slew of other benefits. You’ll need to sign up for DistroKid in order to take advantage of everything the service has to offer, but the platform offers a variety of affordable plans to choose from, starting at $1.92 a month (billed annually at $22.99).

Make the most of your DistroKid access when you pick from the Musician, Musician Plus or Ultimate plan. The Musician plan is the base package for one artist that’s $22.99 a year and includes unlimited song uploads, your lyrics in Google, a Spotify verified checkmark, the ability to create royalty splits and access to the mobile app.

For more creative freedom, you can get Musician Plus for $39.99 a year ($3.33 a month) and utilize it for up to two artists while receiving everything in the Musician plan in addition to synced lyrics in Apple Music and daily streaming stats. You can flex your creativity further when you take advantage of the customizable features for a label name, release date, preorder date and iTunes pricing.

To save up to 40% off, you can go for the Ultimate subscription that’s $89.99 a year and includes everything in the Musician Plus plan in addition to 1 TB of storage, contact info for thousands of playlists and free iPhone app access.

Beyond receiving verification on Spotify, a DistroKid subscription gives you control over your artist profile, allowing you to update your photo, bio and links. You can help your music reach more listeners by pitching songs directly to Spotify playlist curators and even track streaming statistics, including number of streams, saves and engagements. The deep insight into your audience can assist in developing marketing plans — especially since DistroKid lets you view Spotify’s streaming charts.

In terms of getting paid, the platform handles all of that for you with payments distributed twice a week — and you get to keep 100% of the royalties.

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Megan Thee Stallion has become an honorary member of a major girl group — but it’s not within the music industry. On Wednesday (Oct. 23), the 29-year-old made an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon where she also debuted her own jersey for WNBA‘s New York Liberty.

The “Savage” rapper immediately took to X to share her photos of her experience including a shot with some of the teammates while she held up her merch. While the artist is originally from Austin, Texas, she wasn’t shy to show her support for the 2024 champions, even performing her viral “Mamushi” dance with the teammates.

“Im on @FallonTonight TONIGHT hottiesss make sure you tune in 🦋 also s/o to my girls for putting me on the team 😂 @nyliberty,” the caption for the post reads.

NY Liberty made history this year winning their first-ever championship against the Minnesota Lynx. The night of firsts didn’t end there though as it was also the only time a winner-takes-all overtime game has occurred in WNBA history, according to NBC New York.

The best way to show your support for the women’s basketball team (beyond attending games in person) is to rep their official merch. As the 2024 champions, the athletes have a line of exclusive championship merch that you can stock up on and show off.

Keep reading to discover where to buy official NY Liberty merch online

What Is the Best NY Liberty Merch?

ShopBillboard put together a list below of the best NY Liberty merch online including the same jersey number that Megan Thee Stallion was seen repping.

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Jonquel Jones Unisex 2024 WNBA All-Star Game Replica Jersey

$59.99 $79.99 25% off

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Just like Thee Stallion you can rep No. 35 with this official replica jersey. The style is made from a lightweight material that’s moisture-wicking and smooth allowing you to layer it over your long sleeve shirts or alone.


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WNBA Jam Liberty 2024 Champs Ionescu And Stewart

Commemorate the historic win beyond a classic logo T-shirt and instead show off this unique graphic tee. Players Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart are put on display in addition to some of their stats to remind anyone who glances at your shirt why they’re the champs.


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New York Liberty New Era Unisex 2024 WNBA Finals Champions Hat

Top your looks off with this simple NY Liberty hat featuring embroidery in the team’s green and silver colors. Along the front is a design celebrating the team’s win while the back comes with an adjustable strap to fix to your liking.


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Autographed New York Liberty Sabrina Ionescu Authentic Wilson Basketball

$97.49 $129.99 25% off

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Superfans absolutely need this authentic basketball signed by Ionescu — especially since it’s on sale for under $100. You can display it on your shelf to show off to fellow basketball fans or, if you’re brave enough, use it during your next pick up game.


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Ellie the Elephant New York Liberty Mascot T-Shirt

$17.50 $25 30% off

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Bring a fun touch to your merch collection with this vibrant T-shirt spotlighting the team’s mascot Ellie the Elephant. If pink isn’t your style, there are a range of other colors you can choose from as a base including neutral shades like black, gray and white.


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New York Liberty Rock Em Socks (3-Pack)

$41.24 $54.99 25% off

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Show some subtle support for NY Liberty with a three-pack of socks you can sport under your trousers. You’ll get two pairs of light green socks representing their team colors and a simple orange pair to symbolize the WNBA.


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New York Liberty Logo Hoodie

Get cozy while showing off your love for the team in this casual hoodie. The center shows off NY Liberty’s logo in addition to an oversized front pocket for keeping your hands warm and your phone just within reach.


For more product recommendations, check out ShopBillboard‘s roundups of the best rock climbing gear, where to buy Caitlyn Clark’s rookie card and NFL bracelets.

Hit-Boy shared the unfortunate news yesterday (Oct. 23) that his father Big Hit is back in prison.

The producer posted a video of Big Hit speaking from a jail phone and sharing appreciation for his fans. “It’s free Big Hit, my n—a,” he said. “You know what I’m saying, I f—k with my real fans, my n—a. If y’all f—ing with me, go ‘head and download my CDs and cash out on my merch.”

His son, Hit-Boy also shared a caption explaining why he and his pops were making so much music this past year. “People used to ask me what was I on dropping so much music and moving around with my pops so much,” he began to explain, “In the back of my mind, the paranoia of him going back was always there and here we are. We don’t know what the future holds but Big Hit sends his love to all his supporters. He recorded over 700 songs when he was out so we got more music otw.”

Hit-Boy and Big Hit have been making impressive music since the elder Hit was released from prison in May of 2023. The 53-year-old served a 15-year sentence in federal prison after being caught with 10 kilos of cocaine, 10 guns, and $300,000 in cash while his son was growing up, according to a Men’s Health profile. He then found himself back inside for a 12-year sentence for a crime connected to a hit-and-run accident six years after he got out.

Since Big Hit came home, he and his son released three projects: Surf or Drown, Vol. 2, Paisley Dreams featuring The Game, and Black & Whites featuring The Alchemist.

The Music Sustainability Summit (MSS) has announced programming for its next event, which is set to take place on Feb. 3, 2025, at Solotech Studios in Los Angeles.

Produced by the Music Sustainability Alliance (MSA), the second edition of the conference will focus on solutions to climate change’s effects on the music industry, with special attention paid to the well-being of fans. The day will feature peer-learning opportunities, keynote talks, panel discussions and breakout groups, with tracks focused on business strategy, operations, and communications and engagement.

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2025 programming includes:

  • CEO Roundtable: What it Takes to Prioritize Sustainability
  • Who Takes the Lead? : How Agents, Managers, Promoters, and Venues Align Towards
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  • Beyond the Music: The Role of Fans to Drive Change
  • Cancel Culture: Challenges for Artists When Speaking Out
  • Gen Z’s Vision: How We Think the Industry Should Take On the Climate Crisis
  • Feeding at Scale: Can Plant-Based, Pro-Climate Foods At Events Make a Real Impact?
  • Setting the Stage For Change: Blueprints for Success in Greening Venues
  • Energy Revolution: The Modern World Of Clean Power to Decarbonize Shows
  • The Legal Landscape on Policies to Effect Change and mitigate Greenwashing
  • Labels: The Pipeline of Music Production, Delivery, and Consumption

Participants in these conversations will be announced in the coming months, and registration for the 2025 summit is open now. As in 2024, Billboard will be the MSS’s official media sponsor.

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“The climate crisis is an everything crisis, and more and more we are seeing these negative impacts on our industry,” MSA CEO Amy Morrison said in a statement. “And the music industry is uniquely positioned to utilize its power to inform and inspire audiences about the challenges and opportunities we all face. By sharing best practices, expert perspectives, tools for responses, and general knowledge on directions we’re headed, MSS 25 provides a unique platform to affect real change.”

Last year’s inaugural summit was attended by more than 300 workers from across the music industry, with a day’s worth of panels focused on the impact of climate change on their business.

Ahead of the conference, the MSA will continue its ongoing free webinar series on Nov. 13 at 10 a.m. PT with a talk about environmental regulations and the music industry. This and other events in the webinar series will be hosted by MSA strategy director Joel Makower. Registration is open now.