Netflix unveiled the official trailer to the upcoming Juan Gabriel docuseries—titled Juan Gabriel: I Must, I Can, I Will—on Monday (Oct. 13).
The two-minute preview kicks off with a video of the late Mexican artist walking on the beach saying: “when you leave, what remains is what you gave.” It then shows never-before-seen footage, including audio recordings and images of his younger years, his rise to success and touring life, as well as videos he captured himself from his personal archives.
The four-episode docuseries, directed by María José Cuevas, and produced by Laura Woldenberg and Ivonne Gutiérrez by production company Mezcla, will give fans an intimate look on how the artist also known as El Divo de Juarez broke stereotypes in the traditional ranchera world.
“We are excited to collaborate with Netflix to release the story of my father’s personal life and musical career in this documentary with Maria Jose Cuevas and with Mezcla,” Iván Aguilera, Juan Gabriel’s son, said in a press statement in 2023 when Netflix and the artist’s estate reached an agreement. “Bringing my father’s true story to the screen has been a project we have wanted to release for quite some time now. We are confident that with this team we have built, we can work closely together to bring his true story to life.”
‘Known for mariachi classics “Querida,” “Amor Eterno,” and “Hasta Que Te Conocí,” Juan Gabriel (real name: Alberto Aguilera Valadez) sold over 150 million records, wrote more than 1,800 songs, released 34 studio albums, earned six Grammy nomination and won three posthumous Latin Grammys. In 1996, he was inducted into the Billboard Latin Music Hall of Fame. In 2016, Juan Gabriel unexpectedly passed away from a heart attack in the middle of his MeXXIco Es Todo Tour.
Juan Gabriel: I Must, I Can, I Will will premiere October 30 on Netflix. Watch the trailer below:
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There are a variety of frequently asked questions that make going to the gym feel intimidating. Am I doing the right workouts to meet my fitness goals? Is my form correct? How many reps should I do? Can I skip leg day? This is were a personal trainer is so valuable. However, finding a local fitness coach and creating a weekly schedule to meet can be difficult. The Future app (not to be confused with the Atlanta rapper) is a digital personal training platform that connects you with a certified trainer to help plan out your goals and stay on top of your workout program all through an app, at your own pace and anywhere you want.
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Britney Spears played a central role in Lukas Gage’s childhood upbringing, and in his new memoir, I Wrote This for Attention, the actor says he often turned to Spears’ music as a retreat from the “chaotic” world around him.
I Wrote This for Attention is available now on hardcover and as an audiobook narrated by the White Lotus and You star. In the new book, the actor writes candidly about his tumultuous family life, past run-ins with the law and even a diagnosed personality disorder, but some of the most memorable moments revolve around music.
In an early chapter, Gage recalls listening to Spears’ song “Lucky” on repeat in the bathroom and belting it out at the top of his lungs, despite being bullied by his older brother’s friends for “singing like a little bitch.” Though he was momentarily red-faced, Gage says he quickly realized music — and Britney — had the ability to heal him.
“I think she’s made an impact on so many queer people,” Gage tells Billboard, adding that he was “always drawn to these eccentric pop stars and people in pop culture; I was enamored.”
As Gage details in the book and audiobook, he quickly got over what little embarrassment he had from the bathroom incident, and would proudly declare his love for some good power pop from then on. “I had this little karaoke machine and I would sing 4 Non Blondes’ “What’s Going On” and I remember kids in my neighborhood being like, ‘You have to stop singing the girl songs,’ and ‘You have to sing Sum 41 or Blink 182,’ and I was like, ‘No, I’ll never!’”
Elsewhere in the book, Gage writes about his love for American Idol (he’s a Kelly Clarkson stan) but also notes that he grew up loving punk and metal music, owing to his brother and stepfather’s musical tastes (in a 2022 Rolling Stone interview, Gage even revealed that he was once part of a punk band called “Reckless Youth). The actor’s brief marriage to hairdresser Chris Appleton, meantime, was officiated by Shania Twain, but it’s barely mentioned — nor a noteworthy nugget — compared to all the other juicy reveals in the book (and Gage has since apologized to Twain for “wasting her time”).
Still, Gage has always loved a pop star, and while he’s hanging with the likes of Charli XCX and Remi Wolf these days, he tells Billboard there was another pop-rock rule breaker he was obsessed with as a kid: “I loved Ashlee Simpson’s album,” he says. “When it came out, I remember knowing every single song on it.”
Gage’s memoir is available now as a 320-page hardcover book and also as an audiobook, with a run time of seven hours and 30 minutes. The actor says he encourages fans and curious folks alike to stream the audio version, to hear his big personality come to life. “I really like the Audible [version],” he says. “What I’ve been told from a lot of people that have listened to the audiobook, is that it’s a very, very different experience for them, and they find it more fun. I’ve been told it’s more fun to hear me play these different parts.”
If you want to listen to I Wrote This for Attention on audiobook, you’re in luck: Amazon is currently offering a free trial to Audible that will let you stream or download Gage’s new memoir for free. Use the for Gage’s book and you can keep it for free, even if you decide not to keep your Audible membership. The free trial also gets you unlimited listening on select audiobooks, Audible Originals, and podcasts. Pricing goes up to $14.95/month after your free trial is over.
As for where Gage sees himself in the future: “I definitely have some achievements, and I’m proud of myself for how far I’ve come,” he says, “but I still feel like I’m just beginning. I’m still auditioning for every role [and] I’m never getting offers or anything like that. I’ve definitely come a long way from when I started, but I’m still learning all the time, and I’m still learning from my peers that have done it so much longer than me. I’m excited to keep writing and to just watch the growth.”
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Taylor Swift is taking a bow after outdoing everyone — including herself — on the Billboard charts with The Life of a Showgirl this week.
Following the news that the pop star had scored her 15th No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 — setting a new record for the most No. 1s among soloists — Swift shared a photo of herself kissing her new plaque displaying the feat Monday (Oct. 13). She also wrote a message thanking fans for helping her reach the chart’s summit once again, and for doing it in unprecedented numbers; Showgirl moved more than 4 million units in its first week, blowing past Adele’s previous record for the biggest album opening week ever.
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“I’ll never forget how excited I was in 2006 when my first album sold 40,000 copies in its first week,” Swift wrote. “I was 16 and couldn’t even fathom that that many people would care enough about my music to invest their time and energy into it. Since then I’ve tried to meet and thank as many people as I could who have given me the chance to chase this insane dream.
“Here we are all these years later and a hundred times that many people showed up for me this week,” she continued. “I have 4 million thank you’s I want to send to the fans, and 4 million reasons to feel even more proud of this album than I already was. Thank you for going out to celebrate this project in the movie theaters, investing in vinyl, streaming, watching the video, buying CDs, reading the poems I wrote inside the packaging, and immersing yourselves in The Life of a Showgirl.”
“I’ll cherish this feeling forever,” the 14-time Grammy winner added. “Just wow. Thank you for the lovely bouquet.”
Tracking Swift’s ascent to Showgirl‘s success is truly mind-boggling. Even before she broke Adele’s record, the Eras Tour headliner had bragging rights to the second-biggest opening week for an album with 2024’s The Tortured Poets Department, which moved an initial 2.610 million units and debuted atop the Billboard 200. TTPD would end up spending 17 weeks total at No. 1, which remains the third-longest stay at the top any album has ever clinched.
In addition to her astonishing Billboard 200 debut with Showgirl, Swift has also monopolized all 10 spots in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 with songs from the new album. It marks the third time she’s done this, and she’s still the only artist to have ever done it at all.
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Earlier this month Fred again.. kicked off his buzzy 10 shows in 10 weeks in 10 cities run, a peripatetic endeavor happening as part of the release of his USB002 project.
The English producer is releasing one song from USB002 in tandem with each week’s show, with UBS002 itself being an an evolution of USB001, which collected Fred hits including “Jungle,” “Baby Again” with Skrillex and Four Tet, “Lights Out” with Romy and Haai, “Rumble” with Skrillex and “Turn On The Lights Again..” with Swedish House Mafia and Future.
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USB002 thus far promises to be as star-studded, with the first song of the project being a collab with Aussie rock band Amyl and the Sniffers. The song dropped on Oct. 3, the same day as the start of the 10-week run, which began with a packed night in Glasgow, Scotland.
Fred again.. later announced on social media that the next 10 shows in 10 weeks performance will happen Oct. 10 in the Belgian capital of Brussels. Upon announcing this show, Fred gave a hint at where the rest of the shows might happen, noting that this Brussels show will be “the most northern show we’re doing in *mainland* Europe… I chose my wording verrrry delicately there.”
The tour’s production is an installation by Dutch artist and composer Boris Acket, who contributed one of his billowing, parachute type works to the run.
See photos from each week’s show below, with this story updating after every performance for the next nine weeks.
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Jessica Simpson’s namesake footwear, apparel and accessories brand is turning 20.
While you may know Simpson for her successful music career with hits like “I Wanna Love You Forever” and “A Public Affair,” the musician is also well-known for her fashion prowess. Simpson launched the brand in 2005 with an initial focus on footwear. Since then, it’s grown to include boho-inspired apparel and accessories. To celebrate 20 years, Simpson launched a limited-edition “2.0” line of shoes, apparel and accessories that encapsulate the brand’s legacy and Simpson’s love of boho fashions.
Simpson took to Instagram Sunday (Oct. 12) to celebrate the launch, snapping a photo of herself in the Stevie Flare Jeans in Milton from the 2.0 capsule. “I wore my new 20th anniversary @jessicasimpsonstyle jeans out shoppin’ today and got stopped damn near 20x with a compliment!!!” she wrote in the caption. “Made me smile! Thank y’all for makin’ my day at the mall.”
Below, we’ve compiled a few favorites from the 2.0 capsule that you can shop on Jessica Simpson’s website. Our picks include everyday shoulder bags, Simpson’s Instagrammable denim and head-turning footwear just in time to update your fall wardrobe.
What were those coveted jeans that had people stopping Simpson up to 20 times at the mall? It’s the Stevie Flare Jeans in Milton, currently retailing for $119. The bell-bottom style is extremely boho-inspired with a dark wash, high-rise and embroidered detailing affixed to the seat of the pants. Star hardware litters the hip in bronze and silver hues, making this denim reminiscent of Y2K styles Simpson has worn in the past. If the 2000s-esque adornments didn’t sell you, the denim is also made of a stretch fabric that gives these jeans a comfortable, non-restrictive fit.
Fall is here, which means it’s time to search for a boot that you’ll want to wear again and again. We think the Zembitti Boot might be your best bet. Retailing for $179, this western bootie is made of durable and glossy black patent leather with gilded accents throughout. The calf-length boot is also affixed with pointed toes and easy to walk in wedge heels standing at 2.6 inches.
According to her website, this style is one of Simpson’s favorites, and it’s easy to see why. The Palias Charm Pump currently retails for $129 and comes with loads of whimsy. The basic black pump was updated with plenty of chains, charms and rhinestones, a maximalist’s dream. The silhouette also includes sleek pointed toes and 3.5 inch stiletto heels. The adornments make this piece a stand-out, and one we can see our readers wearing from the office to date night with ease.
Jessica Simpson 2.0 Grayson Shoulder Bag in Meteorite
The east-to-west bag is an on-trend silhouette as of late and everyone’s taking note, including Simpson. The brand’s Grayson Shoulder Bag in Meteorite is a great example of an east-to-west bag, what with the elongated straps and bowling bag-esque construction. The bag is currently available for $108, on the more affordable side that we’ve seen for this style.
The Grayson is seemingly made out of patent leather, based on the bag’s shine, and comes equipped with a gold chain draped across the front affixed with little charms. Our motto? You can never have too many black bags, especially when fall rolls around. It’s a grungy and playful pick, and one we can see our readers getting lots of mileage out of.
Jessica Simpson 2.0 Claira Sherpa Moto Jacket in Black
Ready to cozy up? With the weather getting colder, it’s important to have a good jacket in your rotation that will keep you both warm and stylish. We think that the Claira Sherpa Moto Jacket in Black is a great pick for those reasons. The moto style is equipped with ultra-warm sherpa material in an off-white hue that lines the lapel and sleeves. The body of the jacket is made of a black distressed fabric. The jacket’s oversized fit is offset by the cropped composition, making it wearable, not too boxy. For $249, this jacket is an investment, but one worth the price tag to keep you fashionably cozy this fall.
We’d like to nominate the Bias Dress in Black as our official “going out” dress for 2025. Whether you’re heading to dinner or hitting up the club to dance the night away, this dress is a great starting point. It’s a versatile offering with a flattering form-fit and lace trim. The piece offers endless styling possibilities, making it great for just about every scenario. Grabbing coffee? Dress the Bias down with a sweater layered over it. Celebrating a birthday? Wear it solo with platform pumps for a head-turning moment.
In the franchise “The Stars Behind the Star,” the editors of Billboard Latin and Billboard Español share untold stories about those who are not usually in the spotlight. Think of “everything that happens off-camera” or “everything that happens behind the scenes.” These unsung heroes are essential to an artist’s team and foundation. Today, we highlight Panama City’s Mayor Mayer Mizrachi for hosting the first-ever edition of Premios Juventud in his country.
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“Panama is shining!” That’s a phrase we heard multiple times during the week of Premios Juventud 2025, which took place on September 25 in Panama City. Part of Mayor Mayer Mizrachi’s motto, “The City That Shines,” aims to emphasize its tourism and cultural potential.
Mizrachi, a charismatic figure who became the youngest mayor in his country’s history at 36 in 2024, decided to attend the Latin Grammys ceremony in Miami that year, marking his first experience on the red carpet. During the event, he met the Univision team, which sparked an initial conversation that eventually led to an invitation.
“Panama didn’t know how beautiful it was, how eclectic and differentiated it is from the rest of Central America and the Caribbean,” Mizrachi said with satisfaction. According to a report by the Panamanian newspaper La Estrella de Panamá on the local economic impact, Premios Juventud generated between 2,500 and 3,000 temporary jobs, increased hotel occupancy to approximately 75%, and boosted activity in restaurants and shopping centers.
For TelevisaUnivision, the broadcast — which included acclaimed performances by Panamanian artists like Erika Ender, Los Rabanes and Nando Boom — broke multiplatform records, achieving a year-over-year increase of +58%, with over 450 million total interactions across TV, social media, digital platforms, and ViX.
Via Zoom from his home in Panama City, Mizrachi spoke with Billboard about how the opportunity to host the first-ever edition of Premios Juventud outside the U.S. came to be. (He did so while sitting next to a new box of cereal, with which he planned to do one of his famous “unboxings“—the kind that initially made him popular on social media before becoming mayor, earning him thousands of followers.)
After that first connection at the 2024 Latin Grammys, how did the government respond to the idea of investing in Premios Juventud?
It was a risk for everyone. When the government of President José Raúl Molino — who produced and invested in the event — was presented with the idea and went to the Assembly to request the budget allocation to pay for it, there was a lot of questioning. “Hey, but there are things we could do with that money. There are basic needs, and you want to spend it on a concert?” There were many, many doubts about whether this was a reasonable investment, whether it was a legitimate use of public funds. There was also a clear lack of understanding of the impact this could have.
I knew it was going to be important, but I didn’t know it was going to be so important for so many. I didn’t know it was going to be significant for the foreigners who came. I didn’t know it would stand out compared to other instances where these events have been produced, like in Miami or other cities. And I didn’t know that part of the secret sauce was going to be Panama — Panamanian culture, the people of Panama. And I think that was quite moving.
How has this decision been perceived after seeing the economic impact it had?
No one questions the investment, no one questions the way Mayer went to the [Latin] Grammys. Everyone thanks President Molino, thanks the participants who made this possible — from private companies to the central government. And now they’re asking, “What’s next? What’s coming?” They asked me that yesterday. Where before they said, “Do you think Panama needs this with so many problems?” now they say, “Hey, what’s next?” because they realized this brings significant economic impact and enhances the national talent industry. It motivates local talent to say, “I’m going to step up my game to one day be on that stage.”
In a way, it was like hearing sounds that aren’t always as present in the U.S. How did it feel to you?
Look, that opening act was a tribute to Panamanian culture. It was still a celebration of Latin entertainment. You had salsa, then Sandra Sandoval from Panama, and then you had Panama’s rockstars: Erika Ender, Los Rabanes and then Nando Boom, who was one of the pioneers of reggaetón. Panama shone. That has always been my motto — that Panama is going to shine. After Premios Juventud … what you feel now in Panama is an atmosphere of patriotic renewal.
Why do you think people have connected with you not just as a mayor but as a public figure?
I, regardless of what happens, will continue contributing to my country and to the people. I like helping. But it was never about handing things out either, because I personally see that as a form of populism — “Instagram populism.” And I don’t think it’s about being political. I think in this era of social media, we see people and personas where maybe many stay on the surface. And more than ever, people long to connect with something real, and not necessarily something perfect. On the contrary, it’s precisely because it’s imperfect that it feels real.
Do you want to laugh? First of all, I’m in a country phase. One of the songs I have on repeat is “Ordinary” by Alex Warren. [Also] “Holy Water” by Jelly Roll. I love Jelly Roll — he’s the best. And “Last of My Kind” by Shaboozey.
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Clipse has earned just one single Grammy nomination (best rap/sung collaboration for their turn on Justin Timberlake’s 2002 debut solo single, “Like I Love You”) in its two-decade-long career — could the brother duo of Pusha T and Malice take home their first trophy for best rap album at the 2026 ceremony with Let God Sort Em Out?
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Clipse joins Kendrick Lamar (GNX) and Tyler, the Creator (Chromakopia) as the closest things to a lock for a best rap album nomination at next year’s Grammys. While Let God Sort Em Out soundtracked a triumphant comeback for Clipse, GNX cemented Lamar’s post-“Not Like Us” victory lap with additional Billboard Hot 100 No. 1s (“Squabble Up” and the SZA-assisted “Luther”) and the highest-grossing co-headlining tour of all time. As for Tyler, Chromakopia became his third consecutive Billboard 200 No. 1 album, earning him his first two Hot 100 top 10 hits (“Noid” and “Sticky,” both at No. 10) and marking the beginning of his biggest year yet. It’s also worth noting that Lamar has won this category three times, and Tyler has triumphed twice.
Outside of those three near-sure bets, who else is in contention? GloRilla could become the eighth woman to earn a nomination for best rap album thanks to her debut studio album, Glorious. After earning her first Grammy nod in 2023 (best rap performance for “F.N.F.”), Glo earned two more in 2025 with “Yeah Glo!” (best rap performance and song). Armed with a pair of Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay No. 1s (“TGIF” and the Sexyy Red-featuring “Whatchu Kno Bout Me”) and a successful headlining tour, Glorilla could very well reap her first Grammy nod for best rap album.
Playboi Carti (Music), Gunna (The Last Wun) and BigXThaPlug (Take Care) are three other rappers who scored sizable radio and streaming hits during the eligibility period. Carti’s idiosyncratic style helped birth a generation of rage rap artists, and his latest studio album, which spent three weeks atop the Billboard 200, could finally convince Grammy voters to give him his due. Notably, Carti will also be on the ballot with “Timeless,” his smash collaboration with The Weeknd, who’s making his Grammy comeback after a five-year boycott.
Meanwhile, Gunna is a four-time nominee who has yet to win, and his infectious Burna Boy collaboration, “WGFT,” is taking off just in time for first-round voting. For what it’s worth, Gunna reaped zero bids in 2024 for A Gift & a Curse, widely considered one of his best LPs, and “Fukumean,” his highest-peaking solo song on the Hot 100 (No. 4). Finally, BigXThaPlug appears across the rap, country and general field ballots this cycle, and his “The Largest” is a song to keep an eye out for in best rap performance. The Dallas MC could leverage his nostalgic sound, current commercial momentum, and cross-genre relationships to a nomination for best rap album.
There are also several contending LPs that thrilled hip-hop circles without launching hit singles. Alfredo 2 (Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist) and Life Is Beautiful (Larry June, 2 Chainz & The Alchemist) both have solid shots at a nomination. The sequel to the former earned a best rap album nod in 2021, and the latter remains one of the most lauded rap releases of the year. Chance the Rapper won this category in 2017 with Coloring Book, and he hasn’t earned a single Grammy nomination for his own work since then. (He scored nods in 2020 and 2022 for collaborations with Justin Bieber and Cordae, respectively.) Back on the ballot with Star Line, his first studio album since 2019’s The Big Day and a “return to form” according to the streets, Chance could make a proper Grammy comeback this year. There’s also JID‘s God Does Like Ugly, a respectable project that could help the Atlanta MC earn his first Grammy nods for his own releases. Additionally, LL Cool J, a two-time nominee in this category and five-time Grammy telecast host, could snag the fourth or fifth spot with The Force.
Speaking of LL, this wouldn’t be a discussion about the best rap album category without mentioning some more of the veterans. Some of the vets who could pull off a surprise nomination (especially in light of the entries no longer being listed in alphabetical order on the ballot) include Wu-Tang & Mathematics (Black Samson, the Bastard Swordsman), Chuck D (Radio Armageddon), Ghostface Killah (Supreme Clinetele2), Slick Rick (Victory), Public Enemy (Black Sky Over the Projects: Apartment 2025), Raekwon (The Emperor’s New Clothes) and Ye (Donda 2).
Additional contenders from the contemporary side include Lil Baby (WHAM), Lil Tecca (Dopamine), Key Glock (Glockaveli), Billy Woods (Golliwog), Travis Scott (Jackboys 2), Metro Boomin (A Futuristic Summa), Future (Mixtape Pluto) and Offset (Kiari).
Our Fearless Forecast
Which rap albums will make the final five? Our predictions are: GNX (Kendrick Lamar), Let God Sort Em Out (Clipse), Chromakopia (Tyler, the Creator), Glorious (GloRilla) and The Force (LL Cool J).
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You already know Queen Bey, now here comes King Lou. Louis Tomlinson just dropped the music video for his new song “Lemonade” — not to be confused with Beyoncé’s iconic album of the same name — and it’s truly wacky.
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The visual posted Monday (Oct. 13) opens with Tomlinson leaning against a car as a pesky photographer buzzes around him. He then falls asleep and wakes up inside a fever dream, surrounded by a group of people in full-body yellow suits. The group watches as a sock puppet opens up a lemonade stand for business and frolics around a lemon farm before Tomlinson dives into a swimming pool.
“She’s so bitter, she’s so sweet/ Lemonade, lemonade,” he sings. “A little taste is all I need/ Lemonade, lemonade.”
“Lemonade” serves as the lead single from Tomlinson’s upcoming album, How Did I Get Here? The project — which drops Jan. 23, 2026 — will mark his third solo LP, and he has plans to embark on a North American tour in support of the album. He also will reunite with former One Direction bandmate Zayn Malik for an upcoming roadtrip docuseries on Netflix.
But while there’s much to be excited about on the horizon, How Did I Get Here? will also be the first album Tomlinson has dropped since the death of Liam Payne. In a recent Rolling Stone UK cover story, Tomlinson opened up about how the loss of his former bandmate has been “impossibly difficult.”
“There’s still a level in my head [where it feels] unjust and frustrating that he’s not with us anymore,” he told the publication. “Naively, I thought that because at this point, I’m relatively well versed in grief for my age, that it might soften the blow. [That was] super-naive. It’s very different. I’ve never lost a friend before.”
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Rod Wave has fired back at a lawsuit over his unfinished Last Lap tour, saying in counterclaims that promoter Grizzly Touring is trying to trap him into working with the company again after massive scheduling and production issues forced him to cancel shows.
The countersuit is Rod’s first response since being sued last month by Grizzly, a joint venture between AG Entertainment, Mammoth Touring and CTS Eventim. Grizzly’s lawsuit claims the singer and rapper is obligated to return $27 million in advances from the Last Lap tour and that he’s under contract to work with the promoter for future tours.
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Rod contends in counterclaims filed Sunday (Oct. 12) that Grizzly’s production failures and routing issues made it “logistically impossible” for him to complete the tour. The singer wants a judge to tear up his contract with Grizzly so he can self-promote a new headlining tour called The Redemption Experience.
“Grizzly is not entitled to this improperly requested specific performance or equivalent injunctive relief, which effectively amounts to an indentured servitude,” writes Rod’s lawyer James Sammataro. “Defendants have lost confidence in Grizzly as their tour promoter and no longer wish to perform services for Grizzly or receive Grizzly’s services.”
The dispute centers on Rod’s tour supporting his Last Lap album, which debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 in October 2024. The arena trek was originally scheduled to run from October to December 2024, but numerous shows were postponed through February 2025. In January, however, Rod announced on social media that he was canceling the remaining dates.
Grizzly claims Rod’s cancellation violated their touring contract and that the singer is now improperly holding onto $27 million worth of advances. But Rod says he’s entitled to keep this money under their deal — and he argues that Grizzly actually breached the contract by failing to properly load his touring equipment in and out of arenas and “making unilateral, onerous and inexplicable routing and booking decisions.”
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“Rod Wave frequently learned only at the last minute that a show had been rescheduled, often only after seeing tickets for these rescheduled shows available online,” reads the countersuit. “Only 12 of the 35 scheduled [shows] occurred at the date and venue originally announced.”
Rod alleges that because of these massive production and scheduling problems, he “was left with no option but to cancel the remaining tour dates.” He wants Grizzly to pay him financial damages for breach of contract, as well as for the reputational harm that arose from his “understandably outraged” fanbase.
The countersuit also claims that Rod’s contract with the promoter is voided by these breaches. The singer wants a judge’s blessing to embark on his new Redemption Experience tour, which is set to begin in December at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena, without any involvement from Grizzly.
“Grizzly’s lawsuit represents an improper effort to force Rod Wave to specifically perform a personal services contract for Grizzly against his will,” writes Rod’s legal team.
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In addition to these core claims, Rod’s countersuit also makes the eyebrow-raising allegation that Grizzly member company AG Entertainment bribed the singer’s former agent, Beau Williams.
Rod says AG gave Williams at least $1.8 million in “under-the-table” payments so that the agent would underhandedly “sneak” a five-tour exclusively clause into the Last Lap tour contract. This plan was unsuccessful, says the countersuit, as Rod identified and rejected this exclusivity language.
In a statement released on Monday (Oct. 13), Rod’s reps say Grizzly’s “baseless” lawsuit is an “unfortunate extension of its prior failed attempts to trap Rod Wave into an exclusive arrangement.”
“Grizzly Touring has no one to blame but itself,” say the singer’s representatives. “Had it not grossly mismanaged the Last Lap tour, by among other things, repeatedly changing the tour schedule and canceling concerts at the last minute, the tour would have been completed as intended.”
Grizzly’s lawyers did not immediately return a request for comment on Monday, nor did Williams.
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