T.I. is heading back to school. Billboard learned on Tuesday (June 23) that Tip will be teaching the business of trap music at Clark Atlanta University this fall alongside renowned hip-hop scholar Dr. Melva K. Williams.
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In honor of the women who have helped push Latin music and culture forward and take it to a global level, the Latin Alternative Music Conference will recognize a group of leading female executives in their inaugural Wonder Women of Latin Music during this year's virtual conference.
Presented by Amazon Music, the class of 2020 includes leaders like Rebeca León (Lionfish Entertainment), Jennifer D'Cunha (Apple Music), Yvonne Drazan (peermusic) and Billboard's Leila Cobo, among others (see complete
T.I. is heading back to school. Billboard learned on Tuesday (June 23) that Tip will be teaching the business of trap music at Clark Atlanta University this fall alongside renowned hip-hop scholar Dr. Melva K. Williams.
This year, Black Music Month took a different turn. Because of the horrific deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and more at the hands of police, we at Billboard hope to uplift and empower African Americans during this cloudy and dubious time. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for the remainder of the month, an artist will provide a playlist designed to remedy the heartaches endured by the Black community.
Billboard hope to uplift and empower African Americans during this cloudy and dubious time. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for the remainder of the month, an artist will provide a playlist designed to remedy the heartaches endured by the Black community.Today (June 22), singer Andra Day hopes to provide peace to those zapped of energy and in need of mental restoration.
Walter Kolm, whose company WK Entertainment manages Maluma, Wisin, CNCO, Carlos Vives and Silvestre Dangond -- perhaps the largest roster of A-list Latin acts in the market -- has launched his own record label.WK Records will be distributed by The Orchard and will serve as an incubator for rising urban talent.
Black Eyed Peas star will.i.am is thrilled Latin music stars are finally “shining their light and cultural colour on the whole world”.The I Gotta Feeling hitmaker spoke with Britain’s Daily Star newspaper, ahead of the release of the group’s latest album, Translation, which features collaborations with Latin stars including Shakira, J Balvin, Maluma, and Becky G.Explaining the motivation to explore the genre so heavily, Will insisted: “Latin music is the new pop! I’m so happy that Latinos and
Billboard editors highlight the latest news buzz in Latin music every week. Here's what happened in the Latin music world this week.Billboard’s Pride Playlist SeriesIn celebration of Pride Month, Billboard kicked off the "Pride Playlist" series featuring Latin artists who are part of the LGBTQ+ community.
Black Eyed Peas star will.i.am is thrilled that Latin music stars are “shining their light and cultural colour on the whole world”.The I Gotta Feeling hitmaker spoke with Britain’s Daily Star newspaper, ahead of the release of the group’s latest album, Translation, which features collaborations with Latin stars including Shakira, J Balvin, Maluma, and Becky G.Explaining the motivation to explore the genre so heavily, Will insisted: “Latin music is the new pop!I’m so happy that Latinos and
Billboard hope to uplift and empower African Americans during this cloudy and dubious time. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for the remainder of the month, an artist will provide a playlist designed to remedy the heartaches endured by the Black community.Following the release of their infectious "Count Me In" single earlier this week (June 17), THEY.
The long list for the 2020 Polaris Music Prize -- an annual award that celebrates the best Canadian album released over the past year -- was announced this week.
This year, Black Music Month takes a different turn. Because of the horrific deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and more, we at Billboard hope to uplift and empower African Americans during this cloudy and dubious time. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for the remainder of the month, an artist will provide a playlist designed to remedy the heartaches endured by the Black community.
New albums from the Weeknd, Daniel Caesar and Jessie Reyez have been longlisted for the 2020 Polaris Music Prize.
In the wake of George Floyd’s death, an unarmed black man who recently died at the hands of police in Minneapolis, Gloria “Goyo” Martinez has used her platform to demand justice and police accountability. She also took time to address the matter at the 2020 Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC), where she sat down with Billboard’s Leila Cobo.
This year, Black Music Month takes a different turn. Because of the horrific deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and more, we at Billboard hope to uplift and empower African Americans during this cloudy and dubious time. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for the remainder of the month, an artist will provide a playlist designed to remedy the heartaches endured by the Black community.
The nominations for the 2020 Critics’ Choice Real TV Awards have been announced!
This year, Black Music Month has taken a different turn. Following the horrific deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and more, we at Billboard hope to uplift and empower African Americans during this cloudy and dubious time. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for the remainder of the month, an artist will provide a playlist designed to remedy the heartaches endured by the Black community.
La Sanación,” or “The Healing,” featuring a guided meditation and yoga-style class, where participants can explore tools and techniques for mental and physical healing and recuperation.During the second week of the month, from 7-7:30 p.m.
The BAFTA awards saw an increase in the diversity of nominations this year for the Television and Craft Awards.
This year, Black Music Month takes a different turn. Because of the horrific deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and more, we at Billboard hope to uplift and empower African Americans during this cloudy and dubious time. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for the remainder of the month, an artist will provide a playlist designed to remedy the heartaches endured by the Black community.
Miss America 2020 Camille Schrier is set to make history once again. Schrier, 24, took home the 99th Miss America crown back in December.
From career milestones and new music releases to major announcements and more, Billboard editors highlight the latest news buzz in Latin music every week.