Tyla announced on Wednesday (Oct. 15) that she’s dropping a new designer single, “Chanel,” next Friday, Oct. 24.

“PRE SAVE LINK IN BIO for the girls fighting me onlineeeee!!!! We did our big one,” she wrote on Instagram while sharing pictures of her on set sporting a blonde bob. She posted another IG announcement Thursday (Oct. 16) writing, “This one is for all us girlies coz we deserve it alllllllllllllll!!!!!!”

Zara Larsson commented that she “luvvvvvvv” the literally wig-snatching a capella snippet of “Chanel” Tyla shared on IG earlier this week. “The smack is crazy,” Doechii also commented about Tyla smacking her wig cap.

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She previewed “Chanel” during her performance at Global Citizen Festival 2025 the Great Lawn of Central Park in New York in September. Earlier that month, Tyla wore Chanel at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, where she won best Afrobeats for a second consecutive year with “Push 2 Start.”

“Chanel” is set to arrive three months after her four-track WWP EP, which includes her “Dynamite” collaboration with Wizkid and the “Bliss” single she performed for the first time at Coachella. WWP, which stands for We Wanna Party, reached No. 11 on World Albums. Since the project, she’s appeared on Cardi B’s long-awaited Billboard 200-topping sophomore album Am I The Drama? (“Nice Guy”), Teyana Taylor’s Escape Room (“Pum Pum Jump” with Jill Scott) and Lojay’s XOXO (“Memories”). The South African star also collaborated with Damiano David and Nile Rodgers on “Talk to Me.”

“Shake It to the Max” hitmaker MOLIY also announced that she teamed up with Tyla on her “Body Go” single that’s dropping on Friday (Oct. 17).

See Tyla’s single announcement below:


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Ty Dolla $ign takes Billboard out to his favorite West Hollywood eatery to talk about his new album, Tycoon, on the latest episode of Take Us Out.

The R&B star took Billboard to Casa Madera in West Hollywood, Calif., which he called one of the finest restaurants in the whole neighborhood. After ordering various dishes that included a Yucatan salad, a hummus platter and some red rice, Ty spoke about the concept behind his new album, Tycoon, which drops on Friday (Oct. 17).

“A tycoon is a boss,” Ty explained. “It came from a Japanese word ‘tycoon,’ which means ‘great lord.’ It’s the same thing — great boss, the best at your craft. The top of your game, right? That’s what I feel like I’ve reached. There’s still heights I wanna reach, there’s still places I wanna go, there’s still more goals I have, but I’m there. I’m one of the biggest artists in the game.”

He then spoke about founding his label EZMNY Records, including signing his first artist, Leon Thomas. However, he quickly added that his daughter was by far his “greatest accomplishment.”

The new episode of Take Us Out comes after Sean Paul and Love Island‘s Chelley sat down for candid conversation while eating Jamaican food earlier in October. While splitting some jerk mac and cheese spring rolls, the two of them reflected on Sean Paul’s unbelievable legacy and spoke about his groundbreaking Billboard Hot 100 No. 1s “Get Busy,” “Temperature,” “Cheap Thrills” with Sia, and of course, “Baby Boy” with Beyoncé.

Check out the latest episode of Take Us Out with Ty Dolla $ign above.


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In the fall of 2000, songwriter Steven Dale Jones (“Ten Thousand Angels,” “Singles You Up”) played a club in Atlanta the night he’d learned that Arista planned to release his song “One More Day.”

“I remember saying, ‘This is going to be a Diamond Rio single, and I hope you hear it so much you get tired of hearing it,’” Jones recalls.

Twenty-five years since the song’s Oct. 27, 2000, release, “One More Day” has been heard more than 5.5 million times on the radio, according to BMI, putting it in league with such titles as The Beatles’ “Penny Lane,” Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5,” Eric Clapton’s “Tears in Heaven” and Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On.”

Diamond Rio has never been a band that commands constant media attention, so “One More Day” reached that level through a workman-like route, finding its place in people’s lives through its utilitarian value: the harmony-drenched chorus has ideal sing-along qualities, it’s an attractive wedding song and even more suited for funerals. The song – and the band – stealthily established a place in culture by assisting people through big personal moments, both in solitude and with company.

“I can never explain it exactly,” Diamond Rio frontman Marty Roe reflects. “You understand why in hindsight. You never expect it, never want it, but there it is, and it’s a blessing that something we did has helped people through all that. It’s a sobering thing to go, ‘Wow, that’s impactful. And I didn’t have anything to do it.’”

More accurately, everyone who had a role in “One More Day” seems to have allowed the song to find its way. Its path has proven quite timely, too, helping the country process its grief in the aftermath of a plane crash in 2001, the death of NASCAR Dale Earnhardt and the tragic loss of life in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Even now, its 25th anniversary coincides with developments for songwriter Bobby Tomberlin (“A Good Day To Run,” “Someday It’ll All Make Sense”): he’s been affiliated with Curb | Word Publishing for 30 years, and he just published his autobiography, I’ve Lived Country Music.

“How wild is that,” Tomberlin says. “You know, none of that was planned.”

Tomberlin wasn’t planned either. He was given up for adoption after his birth in Mobile, Ala., but was fortunate enough to be taken into a safe, nurturing home at just four months. “The first thing the foster parent told them when they picked me up in Montgomery was ‘The only time this baby cries is when the radio is turned off,’” Tomberlin notes. “So it was like I was consumed with music from the very beginning.”

Tomberlin got into radio, and when he picked up a gig at WLAY Muscle Shoals, he met Jones, a loan officer at a local bank, on his second day in town. A decade later, both of them had relocated in Nashville, and in late-1998, Tomberlin was missing some loved ones during the holidays. He wrote part of an opening verse, concluding it with a wish for “one more day with you.” The next day, he presented it to Jones at a writing appointment, and Jones immediately linked it to a three-note melody he’d been carrying that fit the “One More Day” title. Jones shifted from his usual guitar to piano, a move that forced him to keep the song simple.

They finished it that day, and Jones turned in a quick demo, and got a quick response. The Clark Family Experience put it on hold, though they let it go a short time later. Alabama considered it for about three days, then Mark Wills, and finally it got pitched to Brooks & Dunn, though Ronnie Dunn thought it sounded like it was best-suited for Diamond Rio.

The band heard it on the bus among a slew of potential songs, and they were fatigued enough from listening that nobody made a big deal about it. Although they all quietly agreed it was a song they should take it seriously.

“There was none of this ‘We know it’s going to be a hit,’” keyboardist Dan Truman suggests. “There was none of this super-excited stuff that you hear these stories about. It’s so subtle, and it’s so simple, but we were all luckily in agreement: ‘Let’s put that one on hold.’”

They developed their own simple treatment – nothing flashy, but enough to take advantage of their trademark, bluegrass-tinged harmonies and Jimmy Olander’s double-bender guitar. And they played in communal spirit, mixing some unison riffs with tradeoffs in the background: Gene Johnson’s mandolin flowed into Truman’s piano into Olander’s guitar so gracefully that it felt like one musician was playing all the parts.

“One More Day” was not a first choice for a single. But when RCA Music Group Nashville president Joe Galante played new music at a meeting in Los Angeles, a woman in the room sent him a note suggesting that he present that song. The response was so overwhelming that the label changed plans and released it quickly. Radio programmers reacted similarly – many added it into rotation early, even though it wasn’t the standard uptempo song that broadcasters routinely seek.

“We really didn’t hear a whole lot about, ‘Oh, it’s getting great spins,’” Roe recalls. “It was more about how it affected them. And that was different – never [happened] before or since.”

At KZLA Los Angeles, personality Shawn Parr told listeners before playing it for the first time that hearing “One More Day” had inspired him to shuffle his schedule and have lunch with his son. Country radio responded. So did syndicated adult contemporary host Delilah, who ultimately put it in rotation on her national show. “One More Day” swelled to No. 6 on the Billboard AC chart.

When 10 people associated with the Oklahoma State basketball team died in a plane crash near Boulder, Colo., on Jan. 27, 2001, KXXY Oklahoma City remixed the song – then positioned at No. 17 on Hot Country Songs – with audio related to the tragedy to pay tribute to the victims. Three weeks later, it was at No. 8 when NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt died during the Daytona 500. It got another remix with related audio, which Roe heard in the cab on the way from Earnhardt’s funeral on Feb. 22. “One More Day” subsequently surged to No. 1 on the March 10 list, then returned to the pole position on March 31. At that year’s Country Music Association Awards, video provided another cultural connection with images from 9/11 playing behind the band as it performed live. The group members, including drummer Brian Prout and bassist Dana Williams, couldn’t view the screen behind them, but they saw the emotional response in the artists on the front row, including Shania Twain and Tim McGraw.

They saw it in their concerts, too. People brought posters with the names of friends and family who died and placed them in the vacant seat next to them. The group sometimes struggled to get through “One More Day” on stage.

“For eight or 10 years after that song was out, I swear over half the audience was in tears,” Truman says. “I was so moved by that, I probably cried two or three dozen times while we played it, watching other people.”

Diamond Rio played it for a memorial again during a 2010 funeral in Mississippi for 11 workers who died in the Deepwater Horizon oil rig explosion.

BMI has since declared “One More Day” a standard. Tomberlin earned a greater appreciation for it when his mother died in 2020, and again when he lost his father in January. He decided to write I’ve Lived Country Music after that, and his understanding of the song’s significance grew.

“Writing this book, I’ve gone back, and I’ve read old emails and messages from people, and, of course, I still get them from people where the song has connected with them and helped them heal,” he says. “I’ve sung it at many memorials, but I don’t know that I realized how big of an impact the song has had on so many people.”

Diamond Rio certainly does. Fans have repeatedly shared their stories of grief and regret during meet and greets, and the members had to learn how to hear those stories, offer support, but not carry the weight of all that hurt with them. The group has seen first-hand reaction 25 more years since the release of “One More Day,” and they continue to appreciate the power that’s possible in music.

“You got to be careful what you record,” Williams says, “because these songs are a little bit more than just three minutes on the radio. It means something to people.”


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When Jennifer Lopez and Shakira headlined the Super Bowl Halftime Show in 2020, they invited Bad Bunny to share the stage with them — but will he return the favor?

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While guesting on Watch What Happens Live on Wednesday (Oct. 15), J. Lo revealed whether she’s been tapped to join Benito on stage when he performs at the big game in 2026. According to her, “There’s no talk!”

“I have not gotten any calls!” she continued. “So I just want to put the expectation down.”

But would she be interested if he did reach out? “Of course if he wanted me to do something, I would definitely do it,” Lopez added.

The interview comes just a few weeks after it was announced that Bad Bunny is next year’s headliner, a decision that upset many conservatives — including President Donald Trump, who called it “absolutely ridiculous.” In protest of Jay-Z’s Roc Nation selecting a Spanish-speaking performer, Turning Point USA recently announced its intention to host an alternate halftime program, featuring “anything in English” by way of music choice.

Countless other people, however, have pointed out that there is nothing inherently political about choosing the Puerto Rican superstar to perform. Shaboozey recently pointed out that inviting Benito to perform could be incredibly beneficial to the NFL’s globalization efforts, telling Billboard, “He’s a global superstar, global icon — and an American citizen. There’s no better choice.”

Lopez also defended the selection of Bad Bunny as next year’s headliner on the Today show. “I think he’s about to blow everybody’s minds,” she said recently. “I don’t understand [the controversy]. He’s one of the top artists in the world right now, probably the top.”

Watch J. Lo discuss the Super Bowl Halftime Show on WWHL below:


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Playing video games is great! It’s a wonderful way to decompress at the end of a long day or week. However, if you’re looking to take your game to the next level, then a trusty gaming headset just might do the trick.

The audio component really amplifies any experience, offering gamers a different perspective. Into horror games like Silent Hill or Resident Evil? Spine-chilling moments from your favorite titles become even scarier with headsets. How about third-person shooters like Fortnite? You can hear your opponents coming from a mile away if your headset is good enough, giving you the spatial awareness you probably didn’t have before.

There are a few things to consider when looking for a gaming headset. First is immersive audio that’s detailed, robust and rich. The next thing is a sturdy microphone so you can easily communicate with other players online when playing multiplayer games. One of the things you don’t want is your microphone to die just when you’re about to take over a hill or command base. Finally, you want to look for a gaming headset that’s comfortable to wear around your ears and over your head for long periods of time.

We rounded up the best gaming headsets for different types of gamers, as well as for different types of consoles. Whether you’re an Xbox Series X gamer, a livestream cosplay gamer or everything in between, we’ve got you covered with our recommendations for next-level gaming immersion. And if you’re an Amazon Prime member, you can order now and get your games and accessories delivered to your home in less than two days thanks to Prime Delivery.

Not a member? Sign up for a 30-day free trial to take advantage of all that Amazon Prime has to offer, including access to Prime Video and Prime Gaming; fast free shipping in less than two days; in-store discounts at Whole Foods Market; access to exclusive shopping events — such as Prime Day and Black Friday — and more.

Read on to find our favorite headsets for gamers.

The Best Gaming Headsets To Buy Online Now For All Your Gaming Needs

BEST BUDGET

FONHAID Wired Gaming Headset

$21.99 $39.99 45% off

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A wired gaming headset with a built-in mic.


This headset works great for both console and PC gamers alike. Anything device with a 3.5mm jack connection works with this FONHAID tech. The best part? It’s only $21.99, the most affordable entry on our list. You’ve got four colorways to choose from, all on sale, all equipped with a built-in noise-canceling microphone and 7.1 surround sound for accurate positional audio so you never miss a second mid-game.

The Best Gaming Headsets To Buy Online Now For All Your Gaming Needs

BEST FOR SLEEK DESIGN

Sony INZONE H3 Wired Gaming Headphones

Over-the-ear wired headphones.


These wired headphones from Sony boast a sleek and, quite frankly, sexy design. No bulky or blocky detailing here, just smooth, shiny innovation. The INZONE H3 currently retails for $108 and comes with a built-in mic, personalized 360 spatial sound and comfortable, smooth nylon ear pads, great for endless hours of gaming. These headphones are also Discord certified thanks to the tech’s flip-to-mute mic so you can hop on a call with friends to team up and mute on a dime when needed.

The Best Gaming Headsets To Buy Online Now For All Your Gaming Needs

CUTEST DESIGN

Razer Kraken Kitty V2 BT Wireless RGB Headset

White and pink headset with cat ears.


If you’re looking for a gaming setup that’s a little less…manly, you’re in the right place. While the style we mentioned is obviously unisex, we wanted to throw in a little something extra for the gamer girls. We see you and we love you. This Razer Kraken Kitty V2 BT Wireless RGB Headset currently retails for $99.99 and comes in white with pink accents. Cat ears adorn the top, a detail that has us borderline obsessed. Beyond the tech’s cuteness, it’s also a damn good headset. You’ve got crisp immersive audio, a noise suppressing mic and up to 40 hours of battery life. What’s not to love?

The Best Gaming Headsets To Buy Online Now For All Your Gaming Needs

BEST FOR PLAYSTATION 5

PlayStation Pulse Elite Wireless Headset

A Playstation Plus wireless headset with immersive sound.


A next-generation console calls for a next-generation gaming headset such as the PlayStation Pulse Elite Wireless Headset. It connects easily to the PS5 while also delivering wireless audio that’s immersive and deep. Trust us, these headphones make it feel like you’ve stepped into the world of any video game, giving you an captivating experience like no other.

The Best Gaming Headsets To Buy Online Now For All Your Gaming Needs

BEST FOR BATTERY LIFE

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset

$142.99 $199.99 29% off

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Wireless gaming headset in black and red with mic.


If you’re looking for a gaming headset that lasts for a long time, then the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset is the one for you since it has a whopping 300 hours of battery life per charge. That’s nearly 13 days of use!

The Best Gaming Headsets To Buy Online Now For All Your Gaming Needs

BEST FOR PC GAMING

Razer Kraken V3 Pro Wireless Gaming Headset

Black and green gaming headset.


The Razer Kraken V3 Pro Wireless Gaming Headset features THX Spatial Audio, which is perfect for realistic PC gaming.

The Best Gaming Headsets To Buy Online Now For All Your Gaming Needs

BEST FOR XBOX

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Gaming Headset

The best headset for Xbox gaming.


For Xbox gamers, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Gaming Headset is ideal thanks to impressive high-fidelity audio, advanced noise-cancelation and comfy all-day fit. It comes in white and black too.

The Best Gaming Headsets To Buy Online Now For All Your Gaming Needs

BEST FOR SWITCHING BETWEEN DEVICES

Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED and Bluetooth Wireless Gaming Headset

A black headset with bluetooth.


The Logitech G435 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Headset comes with a Bluetooth switch mode that makes it easier to go between consoles and gaming devices at a moment’s notice.

Did we miss what you’re looking for? If you want more, shop the best gaming headsets below:

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Beatport, the global hub for DJs, producers, and electronic music fans, is stepping into the live events business with the launch of Beatport Tickets, a new platform aimed at the dance music community.

The move is powered by a strategic partnership with European ticketing firm Weeztix and marks the evolution of Beatport’s ecosystem beyond music discovery and streaming into real-world event access.

Launching today (Oct. 16), Beatport Tickets will allow labels, promoters, and venues in the U.K. and EU to sell tickets directly through Beatportal, the company’s editorial and nightlife platform. A U.S. rollout is planned in the coming months, along with the integration of event listings directly into the Beatport store. Beginning in 2026, live event listings will also appear on artist and label profiles, enabling fans to purchase tickets straight from their favorite Beatport pages.

Beatport first launched in 2004 as an online marketplace for DJs and music producers and was purchased by SFX in 2013 for a reported $50 million. Beatport was folded into LiveStyle in 2015 when SFX declared bankruptcy and is now owned by Axar Capital, the senior creditor of both SFX and the now-defunct LiveStyle.

“Beatport has always been the home for DJs and fans to connect with the music that drives dance culture,” says Helen Sartory, chief revenue officer at Beatport. “This year, we expanded into the live space, creating a dedicated Live & Interactive team who executed ambitious initiatives like The Block, giving emerging artists opportunities to perform at major festivals. With Beatport Tickets, we’re taking the next big step — bridging the gap between digital and live experiences, supporting promoters, helping artists expand their reach and giving fans a richer way to engage with dance music. Because without live music, there is no dance scene.”

Event organizers can now link playlists and tracks directly to their event pages on Beatportal, turning a ticket listing into an immersive preview of sound and scene. In 2026, that experience will go even deeper, as live event listings become fully integrated into Beatport’s artist and label pages, allowing fans to buy tickets straight from the profiles of the DJs and producers they follow.

The platform also promises reach, with events promoted across Beatport’s store, mobile app and editorial site — an ecosystem that collectively draws more than 40 million users each year. For promoters, it offers flexible tools to bundle tickets with add-ons like merchandise, accommodations, or digital tokens, while advanced analytics help labels and event producers make data-informed decisions about marketing and fan engagement.

Behind the scenes, an open API framework allows events to connect seamlessly with third-party apps and services, expanding customization options for organizers. Weeztix’s offers 24/7 customer service for both promoters and fans with help just a call or tap away.

Beatport’s entrance into ticketing reflects a larger trend across the live music business, where digital platforms like Spotify and tech platform Fever, which purchased Dice in June, are increasingly expanding into physical experiences and could help independent venues and promoters compete on a more level playing field.

View current Beatport live events here.

New York has always worn its attitude on its sleeve and on its sneakers. From the stoops of Brooklyn to the runways of SoHo, fashion in the city isn’t just about what you wear, it’s about what you represent. It’s identity, legacy and rebellion stitched together. That same spirit drives the new adidas Originals x Avirex collaboration, a reimagined Superstar that bridges heritage and the next generation of New York energy. And at the center of it all is Joey Bada$$, the Brooklyn-born rapper, actor, and cultural voice who’s spent his career embodying what it means to move with authenticity.

Joey Bada$$, Adidas x Avirex

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To New Yorkers, clothing is more than fabric, it’s communication. The city’s fashion language was built on individuality: from uptown sneaker culture to downtown leather jackets, each borough carved its own chapter into global style. Joey Bada$$, who’s nearly 15 years deep into his career, has lived that narrative in real time.

“I think it represents alignment, especially in the spirit of NYC,” he says of the collaboration. “Here’s three brands that represent New York City culture in its most original, authentic forms. It’s a pleasure to be here as a quintessential New York representative with two strong brands that represent the city and everything it stands for.”

Both adidas and Avirex carry deep New York legacies — sneakers on the streets, leather jackets in the clubs. Their new partnership brings that shared DNA to life through a capsule featuring a premium Superstar sneaker, a limited-edition leather jacket, and a tee. The Superstar’s enlarged proportions, folded tongue, and signature Avirex branding pay homage to craftsmanship and street heritage while reintroducing an icon for a new era.

For Joey, it’s about evolution and timelessness: “When you’re talking about timeless art, the potential for evolution is endless,” he says. “The first time I seen the adidas Superstar was on Run-D.M.C., and here we are in 2025, 40 years later, still rocking the Superstar. The longevity’s already been proven.”

Joey Bada$$, Adidas x Avirex

Joey Bada$$, Adidas x Avirex

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Avirex, founded in 1975, has long been a staple of New York identity. Its leather jackets became a cultural symbol in the ’90s and 2000s — worn by legends like Biggie and Dipset — representing pride, toughness, and self-expression. The brand’s rebirth in 2019 reconnected it to that same ethos, with a focus on craftsmanship and authenticity.

“It’s telling the story of longevity again,” Joey says of the new collection. “adidas and Avirex have such a long track record — at this point, it spans decades. Here we are in 2025, and we’re continuing to push it even further. It doesn’t feel out of place at all. It actually feels pretty aligned with the moment, especially with JBA involved.”

That alignment is what makes the collaboration feel so New York. Avirex’s revival is grounded in the same cultural energy that shaped Joey — a mix of creativity, grit, and individuality that continues to define the city today.

Joey Bada$$, Adidas x Avirex

Adidas x Avirex

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Joey’s connection to fashion has always been personal. “I usually don’t like the word fashion, ’cause I believe fashion is something you go to the store and purchase,” he says. “Whereas style is something naturally embedded in you. It doesn’t take a designer brand or anything like that. Style is more so a reflection of expression.”

That reflection is visible across every part of his world — whether he’s on stage, in front of a camera, or walking through Brooklyn. “My stylistic expression is definitely a form of storytelling,” he adds. “Those stories vary day to day. How I’m feeling today, or how I’m feeling in this era of my life, that’s what shapes it.”

Joey Bada$$, Adidas x Avirex

Joey Bada$$, Adidas x Avirex

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2025 has been a defining year for Joey Bada$$. In August, he dropped Lonely at the Top, a project rooted in reflection, growth, and self-awareness, featuring Ty Dolla $ign, Westside Gunn, A$AP Ferg and more. He also reprised his fan-favorite role as Unique in Power Book III: Raising Kanan and became a father alongside fiancée Serayah.

Still, it’s Joey’s voice within the culture, particularly his willingness to defend the East Coast’s legacy, that’s kept him front and center. His surprise release of “The Ruler’s Back” on New Year’s Day sparked a coast-to-coast lyrical showdown that dominated the year’s rap conversations. Through it all, Joey has stayed true to his roots.

“The city is just so embedded in who I am,” he says. “Even if you take New York City away from me, it’ll forever be in my DNA, in my bloodstream. From the tempo to the motivation and the grit you get from being here, it’s who I am.”

Joey Bada$$, Adidas x Avirex

Joey Bada$$, Adidas x Avirex

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In both his music and his style, Joey represents the same principle: authenticity with evolution. On Lonely at the Top, he raps about growth and perspective, themes that parallel the way he approaches fashion. “Through music, we express how we feel, and through style, what we wear, we express how we feel,” he says. “What I’m saying, the message I’m carrying, or even the sound I’m choosing to convey that message, it all inevitably aligns with my style.”

That natural synergy between music and fashion is something Joey sees as mutual, not hierarchical. “I think it’s like an ecosystem,” he says. “Both have influenced each other over time, and now they’re so blood-related that they feed off each other. It’s like the chicken or the egg — they just coexist and manifest in real time.”

As someone who moves between the studio, the screen, and fashion campaigns, Joey doesn’t see authenticity as something he has to balance. “At this point, it’s second nature,” he says. “adidas and Avirex — that’s full alignment. That’s authentic right there. Once I show up, everything’s in sync. I’d wear it anyway.”

Joey Bada$$, Adidas x Avirex

Adidas x Avirex

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New York City remains the creative pulse of Joey’s art — and the foundation for this collaboration. It’s where music, fashion, and self-expression collide. “There’s so much creativity that comes out of New York,” he says. “It’s free, diverse, and always moving forward.”

That sense of freedom defines both his artistic journey and the new adidas x Avirex capsule. Each piece — from the leather jacket to the Superstar — reflects the city’s legacy of resilience and individuality.

“In 2025, everything is happening all at once,” Joey says. “Fashion is at the same place we’re at with music. There’s all this genre-bending — it’s healthy because people are just expressing who they are and what feels authentic, instead of staying confined to a certain trend.”

From his lyrics to his wardrobe, Joey Bada$$ continues to carry the soul of Brooklyn into everything he touches. Just like the adidas Superstar and Avirex’s iconic jackets, his story is one of endurance, originality, and rebirth — proof that New York’s energy isn’t just alive, it’s evolving.

So, is it a Flex, Trade, or Fade? For me, this one’s a Flex — no doubt about it. This collection is a love letter to New York City style, something that’s been a part of me since day one. Growing up in NYC, I’ve always seen an Avirex jacket as more than just outerwear, it’s a staple, a status symbol, and a reflection of how deeply fashion and identity intertwine here. Joey and adidas capturing that energy? That’s New York through and through.

But what about you — is the adidas x Avirex collab a Flex, Trade, or Fade in your book?

Joey Bada$$, Adidas x Avirex

Adidas x Avirex

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When Taylor Swift floats down the aisle like a pageant queen, Vera Wang thinks the pop star will be wearing just one of several dresses the singer will sport during her wedding to Travis Kelce.

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While speaking to E! News at the DKMS 19th Annual Gala on Tuesday (Oct. 14), the famed bridal designer shared her prediction for Swift’s wedding-day attire. “I don’t think there’ll be just one [dress],” Wang told the outlet. “But that’d be my guess.”

Wang wasn’t the only notable wedding designer who weighed in. Christian Siriano also told E!, “Taylor, I think, will be in lace of some sort.”

Only time will tell what Swift ends up wearing on her big day. She and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end just got engaged in August, announcing the news on Instagram with the caption, “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married.”

If the 14-time Grammy winner does end up wearing multiple gowns, however, she’ll be following a celebrity trend. In her bestie Selena Gomez’s wedding photos, the Rare Beauty founder appeared to wear a number of white dresses for her nuptials to Benny Blanco in September.

Though Swift has played coy as to when her wedding to Kelce will take place, the musician has said that she already knows their guest list will be quite long, telling Graham Norton earlier in October, “I think it will be fun to plan.”

She also recently revealed which of her musician friends will almost definitely want to perform at the affair. “It would be hard to keep him from it, I think,” she told U.K.’s Hits Radio Breakfast Show of pal Ed Sheeran. “It’s like, Ed, if there’s a stage, you know that you’ll be on it. He knows what people want, and he wants to give people what they want. That’s the fun thing about our friendship is we both love performing, we love writing and we love singing.”


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Illinois native Alexandra Kay first broke through as an independent artist writing songs about her shattered heart, but on her new album, for the first time she’s writing from the perspective of a healed heart.

In 2023, Kay self-released her debut album, All I’ve Ever Known. Containing songs that chronicled a period Kay calls “a pretty traumatic time in my life” following the painful wake of her divorce, the album’s music propelled Kay to No. 12 on Billboard‘s Emerging Artists chart in 2023.

“I was able to just put myself very authentically in everyone’s face without any shield, just as real and raw as I could ever be. I just wanted to make sure that I led with that this project,” Kay says.

That grit, hustle and honesty have fueled her ascendant trajectory on her sophomore album Second Wind, out Oct. 24. She’s writing from a joyous, thriving space, both personally and professionally. The album marks her first release after signing with BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville in February and takes inspiration from her relationship with current boyfriend, musician and Kay’s longtime bandmember Rocko Beall.

“It was a very conscious decision to describe what it felt like opening my heart again to someone else,” says Kay. “I was very much living that, so I was like, ‘Let me just start writing love songs,’ which I had never done. You don’t just flip a switch and automatically you’re trusting and open to love again. I wanted to take people through that process.”

The album is a confluence of country, pop and shades of hip-hop. Songs such as “Feminine Energy,” with its nod to Christina Aguilera’s 1999 hit “What a Girl Wants,” revel in flirty, starry-eyed romance. Other tracks, such as “What He Does,” delve into a lover’s sweet, emotionally restoring gestures, while questioning why it was so hard for an ex to do the same.

She calls another song on the album, “Right Now,” her “Alexandra Wallen” moment. “It’s like with the 808s and stuff,” she says, referring to the sound Morgan Wallen has made famous that incorporates hip-hop elements. “Before when we were writing for the project, I would’ve been like ‘This doesn’t fit. But I thought the album was done, so we wrote it and the label was like ‘Yeah, this definitely needs to go on the album.’”

She adds, “I think that’s why people always overwrite their albums because the good stuff really starts to happen when you’re not itching and scratching for it. You’re just going, ‘Okay, let’s write something we think will be fun and cool.’”

Kay may be releasing just her second album, but she’s been honing her musical talents for nearly two decades, first writing songs at age 15. Her early career involved voice-over work, musical theater and commercials. She initially released hip-hop and R&B music before transitioning into country music in 2022, thanks to her viral “Coffee Covers” Facebook videos that featured Kay singing ‘90s country songs while concocting coffee recipes.

She’s taking songs from her new album on the road by headlining her Second Wind: The Tour through November, and next year will join Old Dominion for shows in Australia and New Zealand. She’s also doubling down on her “Coffee Girl” branding, having opened her own coffee shop in her home state in June.

Kay, Billboard’s Country Rookie of the Month for October, opens up about her forthcoming new album, touring with Jelly Roll, opening The Coffee Girl and more.

How did the song “Feminine Energy” come about?

We were at a writing retreat in upstate New York and I was like, “I want to write a song about how he makes me a girly girl.” I just feel safe around him. I was in the session writing “Feminine Energy” and Rocko came upstairs and ended up helping us write the rest of the song.

I had said this as soon as Rocko and I got together, I realized it was a very different relationship than the relationship I was previously in. Everybody around me saw a change in me. I was just softened. In my past relationship, I was the person that was always prepared to handle things if things went south. That’ll toughen you as a woman, just being in a relationship where you’re just waiting for the other shoe to fall. It’s exhausting.

When Rocko and I first got together, I remember my shoe was untied while I was walking through the airport. He bent down and tied my shoe, and it was something that just stuck in the back of my head. With my ex, I would’ve walked around with my shoes untied all day.

You opened shows for labelmate Jelly Roll last year. What did you learn from touring with him?

He just moves in a different way than a lot of people do. He’s got a hustle about him that is so gritty to his core, and he’s just willing to do anything he’s got to do to make stuff happen. And he’s a preacher at heart. He’s always dropping crazy knowledge, and he’s become a great friend. He remembers being the underdog, and I have very much felt like that in my career, especially accomplishing so many things as an independent artist. I didn’t get the accolades or opportunities I probably should have gotten based on the numbers I was putting up because I wasn’t signed. Jelly was like, “We’re going to take this independent girl and put her in arenas.” He changed my life.

Your song “Straight for the Heart” is going to radio next month. What has it been like gearing up to send a song to country radio?

Another thing that Jelly did for me was he let me go into all of the radio rooms, which was very generous, on his tour. He would have all these radio people come in and was like, “Go meet everybody at radio.” I’m coming into radio tours having already met many of these people and that’s huge. All I’ve Ever Known, that was very much a concept record, just me writing where I was at. Now, I think I have a lot more songs that, universally, people are liking.

You got your start making coffee videos on TikTok back in 2020. In June, you opened up a coffee shop, The Coffee Girl, in Illinois. What was that process like?

I ended up going back to the owners of a specific café, where I used to live in a loft apartment above the shop. I went to the owners and told them I wanted to open a coffee shop in my hometown, and I said, “I want your blessing because I don’t want to open anything that is in competition with your shop.” And they said, “We are talking about wanting to retire. Would you consider buying this place?” I was blown away. So, I gave them exactly what they wanted for it, and they are happily retired and still come to the shop all the time.

Does entrepreneurship run in the family?

My dad has run businesses since he was 21 years old when he opened his first dry cleaners. He ended up having five of them. He’s a smart businessman and I think we’re going to be an incredible team as we continue to open new locations.

Where do you want to open your next location?

We hope to open one in Nashville.

What is your favorite order at the shop?

We rebranded some of the items that were there and did some more extravagant coffees and foods. I always got the turkey bacon melt with chips. So, we call that the AK on the menu now. We have a Greek salad and I’m part Greek, so we called it Yaya’s Greek Salad, because that’s what I call my grandmother.

What is the first concert you ever saw?

I think it was the Backstreet Boys.

Most recent song you listened to?

 “Exes” by Tate McRae. She’s such an icon.

What artists do you think are underrated right now?

Emily Ann Roberts. Her voice is insane. And Laci Kaye Booth and Mae Estes, but I have a feeling all of those girls are right on the cusp.


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Anthem Music Publishing has signed an exclusive worldwide co-publishing agreement with Envy of None, the eclectic rock collective featuring Alex Lifeson (Rush), Andy Curran (Coney Hatch), multi-instrumentalist Alfio Annibalini and vocalist Maiah Wynne. The deal centers on expanding creative and commercial opportunities for the group’s latest album, Stygian Wavz, released in March via Kscope. Anthem will work closely with the group to secure global sync placements, licensing and strategic initiatives for standout tracks such as “The Story” and their newest single, “Thrill of The Chase.”

Jason Klein, CEO of Anthem Music Group, emphasized the significance of the partnership, “given our long-term relationship with Rush and Coney Hatch,” adding, “This partnership allows us to shine a brighter light on the incredible songwriting and sonic depth that Envy of None brings to the table.” Wynne echoed the sentiment, calling Anthem “family” and expressing excitement for the collaboration.

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Envy of None debuted in 2022 with a self-titled album that included standouts like the synth-driven “Never Said I Love You” and the atmospheric “Liar.” Their follow-up, Stygian Wavz, has earned critical acclaim by Rolling Stone France and others, charted in Canada and the U.S., and achieved over 25,000 physical sales alongside millions of streams globally. Anthem said it aims to extend the album’s lifecycle and global reach through strategic publishing efforts.

The announcement coincides with Lifeson’s plans to reunite with Geddy Lee for a 2026 Rush tour. The trek begins June 7 in Los Angeles and spans major cities including Mexico City, Chicago, New York and Toronto, concluding in September in Cleveland. The “evening with” format will feature two sets per night drawn from a 35-song catalog, with German drummer Anika Nilles joining the lineup to filling in for the late, great Neil Peart.

Check out the rest of this week’s publishing news below, including the launch of Red Wire Publishing, plus deals involving The Marías, Grupo Firme, Floodlights and more.