Louder Than Life organizers in Louisville, Ky., were forced to cancel the rock festival’s second day due to severe weather conditions caused by Hurricane Helene.

The four-day event at Louisville’s Highland Festival Grounds was called off Friday (Sept. 27) as 50-mile-per-hour winds blew into the region, along with heavy rains brought on by the remnants of Hurricane Helene.

“Louder Family, we’re heartbroken to share this, but the weather just isn’t in our favor today. We’ve been working closely with our meteorologists and local authorities, holding on to the hope that we can open doors, but the continuous wind gusts simply make it impossible for us to proceed safely,” Louder Than Life organizers wrote on Instagram. “We know how disappointing this is — it’s gut-wrenching for us too. But your safety, along with the safety of our artists and crew, will always be our number one priority.”

Louder Than Life’s Friday lineup included performances by Slayer, Till Lindemann, Anthrax, Evanescence and In This Moment. Organizers noted that single-day ticket-holders would be allowed to attend the festival on Saturday or Sunday, but they must be wearing their original Friday wristband for admittance.

Saturday’s lineup includes performances by Mötley Crüe, Falling in Reverse, Disturbed, Chevelle, Dropkick Murphys and Mastodon. And Sunday will being sets by Korn, Judas Priest, Breaking Benjamin and Staind.

Louder Than Life launched on Thursday (Sept. 26) with performances by Slipknot, Five Finger Death Punch, The Offspring and Halestorm. On Friday, however, organizers warned on social media, “Rest assured, we’re keeping a close eye on the situation and will provide updates as soon as we can. Parking, doors, and set times will be adjusted, and we are committed to rockin’ with you as soon as it’s safe.”

On Thursday, a festival spokesperson told told the Courier-Journal that the event is “built to handle rain, but lightning and wind are what would cause us to need to pause the event. We’ll always make the right decision to ensure our fans’ safety.”

See Louder Than Life’s statement on Instagram below.

During a routine process of conservation and digitization of tapes, Sony Music Mexico audio engineer Edson R. Heredia discovered “Ya No Pienso en Ti,” an unreleased track by José José, out Saturday (Sept. 28) exclusively through Spotify Singles, on the fifth anniversary of the beloved Mexican singer’s passing.

“It was a magical moment,” says Heredia, who then set out to research more about the recording, finding that it was made on Nov. 9, 1978, in England, with David Hunt as the sound engineer and Tom Parker as the producer.

“Ya No Pienso en Ti” — which means “I No Longer Think of You” — is a heartfelt ballad about heartbreak in which José José, with his exquisite interpretative quality, sings about his recovery process after a breakup. “I’ve convinced myself that a long long time ago, I lost you/ I’ve resigned myself to not counting on your love’s support/ I’ve gotten used to not seeking you when I miss your warmth,” he sings in Spanish.

For the release, Latin Grammy-winners Edson R. Heredia and Memo Gil did a new mix so that the voice of the dubbed Prince of Song could be revived in 2024 as a gift for his fans five years after his departure.

“These are the kinds of discoveries that they keep sending us from heaven,” actor and singer José Joel, the son of José José, exclusively tells Billboard Español. “It’s something very beautiful that allows us to continue remembering my father despite his passing. We are very grateful to the company (Sony Music Mexico) because they keep finding ways to perpetuate José José’s legacy.”

“We as a family also do it every year at the place where he grew up,” he adds. “This Sept. 28, we will be at Parque de la China, in the Clavería neighborhood of Mexico City, paying tribute with my mother Anel Noreña and me, along with the fans who have always supported us.”

José Joel, who is currently on tour in Mexico performing songs from his repertoire and that of his father — with whom he shares a great vocal resemblance — will sing for the first time at the event “Sangre de tu Sangre,” which he describes as a response to the unforgettable “La Fuerza de la Sangre” that father and son recorded for the 1994 album Grandeza Mexicana.

José José is undoubtedly one of the most important references in Spanish-language music. Known for hits like “El Triste,” “40 y 20” and “Amar y Querer,” he sold millions of records and filled iconic venues such as the Madison Square Garden and the Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Throughout his over 55 years career, he recorded 36 albums, released 30 greatest hits compilations, as well as conceptual projects.

His records sold, according to his label, more than 100 million copies, receiving multiple gold, platinum, and diamond certifications. He also received some of the most important awards in the industry, among them the Billboard Latin Music Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013, a Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2004, and the Person of the Year Award of 2005 from the Latin Recording Academy. He also unveiled his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2004.

On the Billboard charts, he placed 20 hits on Hot Latin Songs, 13 of them in the top 10 and four at No. 1, including “Soy Así”, “Y Quién Puede Ser,” “Amnesia” and “Quién Como Tú,” which spent 10 weeks at the top in 1989. He also had 20 entries on Top Latin Albums, reaching the top 10 in 2003 with El Príncipe Con Trío Vol. 1, which peaked at No. 7.

The star, whose real name was José Rómulo Sosa Ortiz, died on Sept. 28, 2019, at the age of 71 after having confirmed in March 2017 that he was suffering from pancreatic cancer. His music continues to be a part of the lives of thousands of fans around the world, as evidenced by his 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify.

Listen to the newly released song by José José “Ya No Pienso en Ti” below:

Codiciado has launched the second leg of his Ando Enfocado tour, marking his first visit to the East Coast. The Mexican singer-songwriter is performing his heady repertoire since kicking off in 2016 with Grupo Codiciado. The songs ranges from “Ni Mis Padres Saben Qué Rollo,” to his solo fan-favorites like “Golpes de la Vida,” “Ando Enfocado, “Vamos Aclarando Muchas Cosas,” and a few classic covers, including Los Tiranos del Norte’s “Hasta La Piel Amarga.”

The tour’s first show took place on Friday (Sept. 27) at the 2,700-capacity Brooklyn Paramount in New York City. Accompanied by a nine-piece ensemble, including a brass section (a tuba and trumpets), guitarist, bassist, drummer, tololoche and an accordionist, Codiciado arrived to the stage wearing his characteristic durag, Adidas jumpsuit, and his huge sparkly diamond-encrusted chains. The Tijuana-born star opened with “Bélico el Asunto,” setting the tone for pure revelry and la belikeada.

Throughout his two hour set, which started at 8:45 p.m., Codiciado kept the Latin crowd, mostly Mexican — many of them lofting the Mexican flag — lit, spanning from his early hits with his previous band Grupo Codiciado with albums like 2018’s Miro Lo Que Otros No Miran to his 2023 solo album Golpes de la Vida, as well as collaborations with other artists.

He also passed out roses to the fans on the front row and flirted with the women in attendance. “I’m very sad,” he said, leaving the fans in suspense about what he was going to say next. “But there’s a problem, I’m married. So my wife doesn’t understand that I want to have many girlfriends. I really like the güeritas with blue eyes, and the blanquitas with black hair, and the morenitas with curly hair.” He then presumed to invite a batch of women on stage to dance with them, one by one, to the excitement of many females.

Codiciado continues his Ando Enfocado Tour until the end of October, followed by stops in Rosemont, Ill.; Houston; San Jose, Calif.; and wrapping in Reno, Nev.

Below, see the complete setlist from his first show in New York’s Brooklyn Paramount. The song list is subject to changes in each city.

Metallica continued its tribute to Mexican bands during their trek in Mexico on Friday (Sept. 28). On their third of four shows in the capital city, the metal legends honored legendary rock band El Tri by performing a unique cover of their famous song “A.D.O.,” once again with bassist Robert Trujillo doing the vocals.

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Just as last week, Trujillo and guitarist Kirk Hammett surprised the 65,000 spectators gathered at the GNP Seguros Stadium, according to figures from promoter Ocesa, with their own version of a classic from the Mexican popular songbook. On the first night (Sept. 20), Metallica paid tribute to the norteño music group Los Tucanes de Tijuana by playing the song “La Chona.” Two days later (Sept. 22), they honored the rock band Caifanes with their cumbia hit “La Negra Tomasa.”

“A.D.O.,” by the band led by veteran rocker Alex Lora, refers to the Autobuses de Oriente (ADO) central bus station, one of the largest in the country.

“Mom, turn on the recorder because #Metallica is singing A.D.O. Long live rock and roll!” tweeted user @Orlas33 on X, paraphrasing Lora, along with a video of the moment.

On Sept. 21, during a private talk by photographer Ross Halfin with a group of Metallica fans attended by Trujillo and Hammett, the bass player of Mexican descent hinted at the possibility of including a song from El Tri as part of the covers they would perform during their shows in Mexico City.

With 55 years of history, El Tri is one of the pioneering bands in the Mexican and Latin American rock scene. It has sold more than 30 million records over the years, and has received four Grammy nominations for best latin rock album. In 2022, Lora received a Latin Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award.

Metallica’s history with Mexico began three decades ago with the tour of their 1991 self-titled album (often referred to as The Black Album), which included five dates at the Palacio de los Deportes in 1993. Since then, the band has maintained a very close relationship with the country, where they recorded their live DVD Orgullo, Pasión y Gloria (2009), which portrays three spectacular nights at the Foro Sol (today GNP Seguros Stadium) in June 2009.

Their fourth and final show in Mexico City as part of their M72 World Tour, which brought them back to the Latin American country after seven years of absence, is Sunday (Sept. 29).

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.

Matisse Celebrate 10 Years

Matisse — composed of Melisa, Román, and Pablo — celebrated its 10th anniversary this week at the Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City, where they performed their hits such as “Todo Nada,” “Fuerte No Soy,” “Eres Tú,” “Luis Miguel” and “No Disponible,” to name a few. Pedro Capó and Isabel Lascuraín from Pandora were the night’s special guests. With the latter, the Mexican pop group performed the iconic 1985 hit “Como Te Va Mi Amor.” “It’s a dream we always had from the beginning,” Román said in a press statement. “When I passed in front of the National Auditorium, I thought: ‘someday, someday I’m going to be there, someday we’re going to fill it.’ Today we are here and we have achieved it.” The anniversary concert occurred just days after Matisse wrapped their 14-date debut U.S. Bella Nostalgia tour.

La Musa Awards 2024

The Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame (LSHOF) announced its 2024 inductees and honorees to be recognized at the 2024 La Musa Awards on Nov. 12 in Miami. Hosted by Erika Ender, this year’s inductees are: Puerto Rican hitmaker Luny (real name: Francisco Saldana); Colombian producer & songwriter Julio Reyes Copello; and Mexican artist Saul Hernández of famed rock band Jaguares and Caifanes. The following artists will be honored with special awards: Draco Rosa (Living Legend Award); Ella Bric (La Musa Elena Casals Award); Kathy Spanberger (Ralph S. Peer Publisher Award); Luis Figueroa (Premio Triunfador); Luis Fonsi (Icon Award); Olga Guillot (La Musa Medal of Freedom, posthumous); and Gloria Estefan & the Miami Sound Machine’s “Conga” will be honored as The Song of All Time.

“Our mission is to elevate the voices of Latin music creators whose stories and songs have touched the hearts of millions around the world,” LSHOF chairman/CEO Rudy Perez said in a press statement. “This year’s inductees and honorees have not only defined Latin music but have also paved the way for future generations of songwriters. And we are proud that what was once an ambitious dream to establish this Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame and an annual awards ceremony….has not only become a reality but also a prestigious home for the best in our business.” For more information, click here.

Tainy’s Baby News

Earlier this week, Tainy (real name: Marcos Efraín Masís Fernández) revealed that he’s going to be a dad. The Latin hitmaker — known for creating some of Bad Bunny and Daddy Yankee’s biggest hits, among other reggaetón bangers — shared the news on his Instagram account in a joint post with his girlfriend, Yasi Ayala. A simple caption that reads, “3” shows two black-and-white photos of the couple. The first one is a close-up of both of their hands gracing Ayala’s baby bump. The second one a photo of the soon-to-be parents smiling. See the sweet baby announcement below.

Belinda & Anitta at Paris Fashion Week

Belinda and Anitta demonstrated a beautiful act of sisterhood during Paris Fashion Week. During the L’Oreal Paris Fashion Week show, where both artists strutted the catwalk, Belinda suffered a fall. She was able to gracefully recover thanks to the Brazilian artist, who helped her get up from the floor and even helped Belinda fix her outfit. “It doesn’t matter how many times you fall, what matters is how many times you get up. Thank you, Anitta,” the Mexican pop star immediately shared on her social media account following the incident.

Belinda is set speak at the 35th anniversary Billboard Latin Music Week, which will feature exclusive panels, conversations and performances by Latin music’s biggest stars. Tickets are available now here.

Belinda Peregrin walks the runway during "Le Défilé L'Oréal Paris – Walk Your Worth" Womenswear Spring-Summer 2025 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on Sept. 23, 2024 in Paris, France.
Belinda Peregrin walks the runway during “Le Défilé L’Oréal Paris – Walk Your Worth” Womenswear Spring-Summer 2025 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on Sept. 23, 2024 in Paris, France.

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Batman enthusiasts can dive into a new HBO series about the caped crusader’s nemesis. The Penguin, starring Colin Farrell, continues the story from Matt Reeves’ The Batman.

The series, which revolves solely around Oz Cobb (The Penguin), was developed by Lauren LeFranc.

The cast includes Cristin Milioti, Rhenzy Feliz, Michael Kelly, Shohreh Aghdashloo, Deirdre O’Connell, Clancy Brown, James Madio, Scott Cohen, Michael Zegen, Carmen Ejogo and Theo Rossi.

Reeves, Dylan Clark, Farrell, LeFranc, Bill Carraro, Daniel Pipski and Craig Zobel are executive producers on the series. LeFranc also serves as showrunner while Zoebel directed the first three episodes. The Penguin is produced by Reeves’ 6th & Idaho Productions and Dylan Clark Productions in association with Warner Bros Television and DC Studios.

See below for ways to watch and stream the show.

Where to Watch The Penguin

The Penguin airs on Sundays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on HBO, but you don’t need a cable subscription to check it out. You can watch HBO and other cable channels with a subscription to DirecTV Stream or Fubo. The series also streams on Max.

DirecTV Stream and Fubo offer free trials when you join and streaming plans under $100 for over 90 channels. HBO and Max are both available with DirecTV Stream.

The Penguin premiered on Sept. 19. Episode two airs this Sunday, Sept. 29.

The season will feature eight episodes, the first of which is currently streaming on-demand via Max.

Not subscribed? You can join Max for $9.99 per month for the ad-supported plan, or $16.99 per month for the ad-free plan. The platform offers streaming bundles with Hulu and Disney+ (starting at $16.99/month) and annual subscriptions. Click here for ways to get a free trial and here to stream Max on Prime Video.

Max is home to movies, sports and must-watch TV series, including HBO and Max exclusives such as House of the Dragon, The Last of Us, Hacks, And Just Like That…, The White Lotus, Succession, The Gilded Age and Euphoria.

Watch the trailer for The Penguin below.

In promos for the season 50 premiere of Saturday Night Live, former castmember Maya Rudolph is making her presence known.

Musical guest Jelly Roll and host Jean Smart — both making their SNL debuts this weekend — are joined by castmember Marcello Hernandez in the new promos, but there was one more on the way.

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“You never know who will show up,” Smart teases after introducing herself and Jelly. “Did someone say ‘show up’?” Rudolph asks as she slides into frame. “Yes, yes, I did say ‘show up,’” Smart concedes, to which Rudolph replies, “Oh good. I was hoping someone would say ‘show up.’ So I could show up.”

“You OK, Maya?” the country singer/songwriter asks. “I’m not sure, Jelly,” Rudolph earnestly answers.

Elsewhere in the promos, Hernandez proves he knows the word “palpable” (and that he read at least one book this summer), while the 73-year-old Hacks star gets offended when Hernandez asks what it was like when SNL premiered 50 years ago (“Why the hell you asking me?”).

After Jelly and Jean’s episode this weekend, the SNL season 50 lineup continues on Oct. 5, when comedian Nate Bargatze will host and Coldplay will be the musical guest; followed by the Oct. 12 show with Ariana Grande hosting and Stevie Nicks performing; then Michael Keaton hosts with Billie Eilish as musical guest on Oct. 19; and Nov. 2 will see John Mulaney hosting and Chappell Roan performing for the first time.

Watch Jean Smart and Jelly Roll’s Saturday Night Live promos below, and catch the season 50 premiere on Saturday (Sept. 28) at 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT on NBC, before it streams on Peacock.

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If you’re on the hunt for a celebrity-approved piece to add to your closet, you’re in the right place. One standout is the SKIMS Soft Lounge Lace Tank that Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Olivia Rodrigo wore for her Guts album cover and press shoot last year.

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your style or searching for affordable and trendy options, this is a great start. Originally priced at $48, you can now snag this Rodrigo-approved tank for just $34. This versatile tank is one you can wear anywhere you go. It features a “body-hugging fit” and “dainty lace trims around the straps and neckline,” according to the brand. One SKIMS customer said, “So feminine and soft. Literally obsessed.”

Hurry, though: This top is selling out fast and it’s now only available in size small. Although there might not be options in your size, we’ve put together a shortlist of alternatives that look similar to this one.

Keep reading to shop the exact lace tank Rodrigo wore on her Guts album cover online as well as other alternative styles below. You can also add one or more of the options to expand your tank top collection.

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Florence by Mills Lacy Cotton Cami

If you are looking for a similar alternative, add this Florence by Mills Lacy Cotton Cami to your cart. This may not be the exact one Rodrigo wore, but it’s similar. Plus, you’ll add another celebrity-approved item (Florence by Mills is Millie Bobby Brown’s brand). You can also get it in seven different colors from zen blue to violet taupe.


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Khol’s Junior’s Lace Trim Cami

Change up your tank top style with this Kohl’s Junior’s Lace Trim Cami. It’s currently on sale for just $9.99. You can get this one in 10 different colors from grey fox heather to maroon rose.


If you’re searching for a Halloween costume inspired by your favorite musician, why not re-create the Guts album cover with this SKIMS tank?

For more product recommendations, check out these celeb-loved loafers from Doc Martens and the “Vampire” singer’s Stanley collaboration.

Kelly Clarkson may be in league of her own as a vocalist, but even she’s nervous to follow in Céline Dion‘s footsteps.

On Friday’s The Kelly Clarkson Show, the pop star-turned-host tackled one of the biggest hits of the 1990s as her Kellyoke cover: Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On,” the theme song from 1997’s blockbuster Titanic movie. Dion’s original spent two weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1998, and Clarkson admirably channeled the Canadian superstar singer with her understated intro leading into a bombastic finale — key change and all.

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Clarkson wore a magenta turtleneck pant suit for the performance and made a subtle Titanic nod with her jewelry: Her sapphire-blue ring — which could be seen on her hand clutching the microphone — recalled the Heart of the Ocean diamond necklace that plays a central role in the movie.

After the performance, Clarkson gushed to the audience about Dion. “She really is just an incredible talent. Her stunning performance at the Olympics was one of the highlights for me this summer, it was so good.”

She also explained her reason for tackling a seemingly untouchable song. “Usually I would never cover that song because there’s some songs you don’t want to go near as a vocalist,” Clarkson said. “But there’s a reason why I did that today.” The reason: Her guest on Friday’s episode was Titanic star Kate Winslet.

Below, watch Clarkson’s “My Heart Will Go On” Kellyoke cover, as well as her interview with Winslet.

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Happy Holidaze! Rihanna is getting into the holiday spirit a little early this year. The billionaire’s Fenty imprint, comprised of Fenty Beauty, Fenty Hair and Fenty Skin, released the 2024 Holidaze Hustle Collection on Friday (Sept. 27).

“The holidays are all about surprising and delighting,” Rihanna said in a statement. “I love taking my favorite products and even creating some special limited-edition versions and packaging them up in the cutest ways. I’m all about treating yourself as much as your loved ones during the holidays, so I hope everyone will find something to love this year, from makeup to skincare to fragrance and hair!”

The Holidaze Hustle Collection includes Fenty Beauty favorites such as the Mini Gloss Bomb Vault ($150), It’s Riri SZN ($50), Fenty’s Most Want’d ($35) and Fenty Eau de Parfum Travel Spray + Mini Gift Set ($42).

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The Gloss Bomb Vault Full-Size Universal Lip Luminizer 10-Piece Set


Over in the skincare department, Rihanna decided to take some of her favorite Fenty products “and infuse them with festive scents,” she shared in a press announcement. “Sexy, hydrated skin is the best gift for yourself – or someone else!” 

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Lil Butta Dropz Mini Shimmering Whipped Oil Body Cream Trio


Lil Butta Drop Mini Whipped Oil Body Cream Trio ($59) and Plush Puddin’ Intensive Recovery Lip Mask in Salted Caramel ($23) are included in the Holidaze Hustle Collection along with Fenty Hair’s The Mini Maintenance Crew Universal Start’r Kit ($45), the Curl Crew Instant Damage Repair-Treatment Curl-Defining Cream Set ($25) and The Protection Posse Instant Damage Repaid Treatment +Heat Protectant Set ($25).

“Fenty Hair’s launch year just got better with these reparative kits,” added Rihanna. “They are a great way to try the collection or to take them wherever your holiday travels may take you. Each of these kits has my absolute favorite product: The Comeback Kid – you can see and feel the results in just one use!”

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The Maintenance Crew Universal Start’r Kit


In other Rih Rih news, Savage x Fenty is readying the release of the Lavish Lace Collection, which Rihanna teased on social media on Wednesday.

The 2024 Holidaze Hustle Collection is available at Fenty.com, Sephora and Kohls.