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billboard @billboard.com · 14m

After Kennedy Center Shakeup, a Star Conductor Perseveres – and Pursues Peace Project Overseas

Gianandrea Noseda remains with the NSO amid political upheaval and leads the Pan-Caucasian Youth Orchestra, uniting musicians from conflict regions.

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billboard @billboard.com · 43m

Gwen Stefani Is Feeling Hella Good About No Doubt’s 2026 Sphere Residency: ‘Excites Me in a New Way’

Gwen Stefani said she's super excited for No Doubt's six-show 2026 spring residency at Sphere in Las Vegas, which kicks off on May 6.

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billboard @billboard.com · 58m

Q3 2025 Record Label Market Share: REPUBLIC Stays No. 1, Atlantic Surges After Big Quarter

Record label market share in Q3 2025 was dominated by REPUBLIC, which stayed No. 1, while Atlantic Music Group jumped to third after a reorganization.

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billboard @billboard.com · 1h

A$AP Rocky Fully in Dad Girl Mode Gushing About His ‘Favorite Thing’ He Created This Year: Daughter Rocki Irish

A$AP Rocky had a big 2025, including spots in two acclaimed movies, a new Puma collab and his upcoming 4th album, but daughter Rocki Irish is tops.

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billboard @billboard.com · 1h

12 Reasons Cher Belongs in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Here are 12 reasons Cher belongs in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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billboard @billboard.com · 1h

BLACKPINK’S JISOO and Zayn Explore Contours of an Improbable New Love on Smoldering ‘Eyes Closed’ Duet

BLACKPINK'S JISOO and Zayn explore the contours of a new, unlikely love on their moody 'Eyes Closed' duet.

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billboard @billboard.com · 2h

25 Greatest Rap Producers of All Time: Staff List

Best Rap Producers of All Time: Hip-hop heavyweights behind the boards.

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billboard @billboard.com · 2h

24 No. 24 Billboard Hot 100 Hits for ‘24: John Legend, Billy Joel, Carrie Underwood & More

Over 250 songs have peaked at No. 24 on the Hot 100, and many remain memorable years or even decades later.

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billboard @billboard.com · 2h

Robbie Williams Says Taylor Swift Forced ‘Britpop’ Release Delay in All-Time U.K. Chart Record Pursuit: ‘You Can’t Compete!’

Robbie Williams played intimate show in London on Thursday (Oct. 9) previewing new 'Britpop' album, saying Taylor Swift forced LP release delay.

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billboard @billboard.com · 2h

Olivia Dean’s ‘The Art of Loving’ Makes Top 10 Debut on Six Billboard Album Charts

Olivia Dean makes her Billboard albums chart debut with her second studio set, 'The Art of Loving.'

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billboard @billboard.com · 2h

Friday Music Guide: New Music From Jisoo & ZAYN, Khalid, HAIM & Bon Iver and More

This week's new music guide includes Jisoo & ZAYN, Khalid, HAIM & Bon Iver and more.

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billboard @billboard.com · 3h

Sweet Success: A History of Willy Wonka Music on Billboard Charts

Willy Wonka has charted lots of songs and ear candy on Billboard’s surveys.

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billboard @billboard.com · 3h

Billboard Explains: The Rise of ITZY

ITZY's rise to fame is explored in the new episode of Billboard Explains. Watch it here.

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billboard @billboard.com · 4h

Chart Rewind: In 1999, Britney Spears Hit Number ‘One’ for the First ‘Time’

Britney Spears' 'Baby One More Time' debut album and its title song was No. 1 on Billboard 200 and Hot 100 on Jan. 30, 1999. Here's the chart rewind.

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billboard @billboard.com · 4h

Chart Rewind: In 1964, The Beatles’ ‘I Want to Hold Your Hand’ Hit No. 1 on the Hot 100

The Beatles' "I Want to Hold Your Hand" became the first of the band's record 20 Hot 100 leaders. Here's the chart rewind to 1964.

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billboard @billboard.com · 5h

Billboard Explains: The Steady Success of Charli XCX

Charli XCX's steady success is explored in the new episode of Billboard Explains. Watch it here.

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billboard @billboard.com · 5h

Taylor Swift’s ‘Me!’ & More: The Songs That Have Made the Biggest Leaps in Hot 100 History

Happy leap day!

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billboard @billboard.com · 6h

The 20 Best Drake R&B Songs: Staff Picks

Drake R&B Songs: The 20 Best Tracks

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billboard @billboard.com · 6h

Eric Carmen’s Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits: ‘All By Myself’ & More

Carmen charted three solo top 10s, one with the Raspberries and another as a writer for Mike Reno & Ann Wilson.

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billboard @billboard.com · 7h

Cardi B’s 10 Biggest Hits on the Billboard Hot 100

Cardi B's top 10 songs on the Billboard Hot 100. Check out the list of her biggest hits.

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billboard @billboard.com · 7h

Hit Songs Are Lasting Longer on the Charts – But Why?

Teddy Swims' "Lose Control" set a new Hot 100 longevity record, but other hit songs have refused to die as well. Here's why.

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billboard @billboard.com · 8h

Future & Metro Boomin’s ‘We Don’t Trust You’: All 17 Tracks Ranked

Future and Metro Boomin connect for their 'We Don't Trust You' album. Find all 17 tracks from the LP ranked.

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billboard @billboard.com · 8h

Billboard Explains: Beyoncé’s Reign on the Charts

In the new episode of Billboard Explains, we explore Beyoncé's chart history. Watch it here.

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billboard @billboard.com · 9h

Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’: All 27 Tracks Ranked

Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' songs ranked: "Texas Hold 'Em," "Blackbird," "16 Carriages" and more.

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billboard @billboard.com · 9h

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’: All 12 Tracks Ranked

Taylor Swift released her much-anticipated 'The Life of a Showgirl' album today -- here are our rankings of the 12 songs from it.

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