Billboard caught up with Ecca Vandal ahead of her headline tours across the United Kingdom, Europe, and North America, which she describes as 'a beautiful type of chaos'.

Performer Sara Ito spoke to Billboard Japan online from Los Angeles about her beliefs and experiences as a dancer, reflecting on the journey that brought her across the ocean.

John Mayer has scored his first new hit on Billboard's Radio Songs chart in over 15 years with the debut of his song 'Phone, Keys, Wallet,' featuring Lainey Wilson.

Three artists have reached the runner-up spot on the Billboard Hot 100 with songs bearing their names, despite not contributing musically to the tracks. This phenomenon highlights a unique way artists can achieve chart success.

Ella Langley's song "Choosin' Texas" has achieved a historic record by spending 17 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's Streaming Songs chart, marking the fourth-longest run in the top spot of all time and surpassing Justin Bieber.

K-pop artist Cortis' second mini album, "Greengreen," has climbed 75 spots to No. 39 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking its 13th week on the main albums chart.

Ariana Grande's latest album, 'Petal,' has debuted atop the Billboard 200, achieving her best first-week sales numbers of the decade. This success is highlighted in Billboard's "Five Burning Questions" segment.

Shaboozey's 'Western' concept album has made a significant impact on multiple Billboard charts, while Ariana Grande has also achieved new chart records. Both artists are highlighted for their recent successes in the music industry.

The girl group KATSEYE participated in Billboard's 'Celebrity Substitute' segment, where they were taught popular Gen Alpha slang terms by young children.

The 'ReStart Srpska' association, along with citizens from Podnovlje village near Doboj, will hold a press conference and install two billboards tomorrow.

Both 2Pac and The Notorious B.I.G. have seen their respective 'Greatest Hits' compilations re-enter the Billboard 200 chart simultaneously.

Morgan Wallen's song "Been By Now" debuted atop Billboard's Streaming Songs chart, marking his sixth career number one and tying Ariana Grande's record for one of the largest accumulations of all time.

Drake's latest tracks, 'Shabang' and '2 Hard 4 the Radio,' failed to reach the No. 1 spot on different Billboard airplay charts, both being blocked by the same reigning song.

Olivia Rodrigo's album 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love' fell short of securing a third consecutive week atop the Billboard 200 by a mere 50 equivalent units, as Morgan Wallen ascended to the No. 1 position.

Netflix has taken promotion to a new level by literally placing a man inside a jumbo billboard for three days to advertise an upcoming horror movie.

Multiple artists, including Charli XCX, Beyoncé, Ariana Grande, Drake, and Nirvana, have recently achieved significant milestones on various competitive music charts. These accomplishments range from reaching number one positions to setting new peaks and joining exclusive chart clubs.

Billboard is asking fans to vote for their favorite new Latin music releases this week, featuring tracks like Feid and Ryan Castro’s 'Mentira'.

A man has begun living inside a furnished billboard on Sunset Boulevard as part of a promotional campaign for Netflix's upcoming content.

The soundtrack for 'KPop Demon Hunters' has held the top spot on Billboard's Top Soundtracks Chart for 54 consecutive weeks, nearing the record for the longest-leading soundtrack.

Country music has achieved a historic milestone by holding all top five spots on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, with an analysis provided on the reasons behind this phenomenon.

To celebrate International Beer Day, Billboard staff compiled a list of 13 top songs about drinking beer.

Mexican music superstars Fuerza Regida, currently on a historic U.S. stadium tour, are set to headline a Superstar Q&A session at Billboard Latin Music Week in Miami this October.

Music artists Calle 24 and Fuerza Regida have scored a joint No. 1 hit with 'Noche Perfecta,' marking Calle 24's first Billboard chart-topper.

Ed Sheeran has co-writer credits on two songs currently in the top 10 of the Billboard Global 200 chart, despite not singing on them.

Country music artist Ella Langley has partnered with Shiner beer for a new collaboration, drawing inspiration from her Billboard 200 chart-topping album 'Dandelion'.

Billboard has released its Hot 100 Top 10 countdown for August 8, 2026, showcasing the most popular songs of the week. Magazine solutions for August 7, 2026, were also published.

Several of Drake's recent hits and a longtime fan favorite have returned to multiple Billboard charts following a decline in Future's latest chart successes.

Rick Ross's new album, 'Set In Stone,' has debuted at No. 39 on the Billboard 200, marking the lowest-peaking solo album of his career on the prominent U.S. albums chart.

Years after its initial release, Dominic Fike's song 'Babydoll' has returned to its peak position of No. 2 on Billboard's Hot Rock Songs chart, with 'Dracula' preventing it from reaching the top spot.

Morgan Wallen's 'I’m the Problem' has returned to the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 for its 14th week, beating out new releases from Olivia Rodrigo and Charli XCX.

K-pop artist Jennie, collaborating with Tame Impala on 'Dracula,' reached a new peak of No. 2 on Billboard's Radio Songs chart, narrowly missing the chance to become the second K-pop No. 1.

Bruno Mars' song 'Risk It All' has returned to its No. 3 peak on Billboard's Radio Songs chart, bringing him closer to tying a historic record for the most No. 1 hits on the airplay tally.

Two classic Michael Jackson songs, 'Human Nature' and 'Don’t Stop ’Til You Get Enough,' have re-entered Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Streaming Songs chart, nearly matching the performance of a top rapper.

Michelle Branch's classic song 'The Game of Love', remade with New Radicals, has made its debut on the Billboard charts, following its original success in 2002-03.

Nicki Minaj's 'Queen Radio: Volume 1' has re-entered both the Billboard 200 and Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts, while her track 'Beauty and a Beat' sees a global rise.

Noah Kahan's album 'The Great Divide' has fallen from the No. 1 spot on Billboard's Americana/Folk Albums chart for the first time since its debut, being replaced by Gracie Abrams.

Bosnia and Herzegovina's Central Election Commission (CIK) has halted four proceedings initiated after Transparency International BiH complaints, effectively raising the tolerance threshold by not sanctioning party gatherings in schools, pre-campaign billboards, or misuse of public resources.

Billboard's Makin' Tracks column explores the writing and recording process behind Cole Swindell's song 'Girl Dad,' which he says connects three generations.

Aaron Lewis's latest album, 'Give My Country Back', debuted only on Billboard's Top Album Sales chart, marking the first time one of his sets has missed the Billboard 200.

Billboard has announced its 2026 40 Under 40 list, celebrating young executives leading the music industry's next generation, with Backline co-founder Hilary Gleason among those recognized.

Kelly Clarkson's new song, "I'd Be Lyin'," has quickly entered the top 10 on Billboard's Digital Song Sales chart, though it has yet to make an impact on other American rankings.

Billboard magazine features rising stars Bella Kay, Slayyyter, and Trueno on its cover, with accompanying photos and an interview discussing their breakthrough moments and artistic journeys.

Country singer Ella Langley's song "Choosin' Texas" has surpassed records previously held by Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston on the Billboard Hot 100, with experts attributing her success to her faith and authenticity.

Morgan Wallen's song "Don't We" has climbed to the No. 1 spot on Billboard's Country Airplay chart, marking his twenty-first leader, while his duet with Ella Langley also reached a new No. 2 peak.

British R&B group FLO has discussed their upcoming second album, 'Therapy at the Club,' explaining the title and how learning to express themselves in the studio influenced its creation.

Ella Langley's hit single 'Choosin' Texas' from her sophomore album 'Dandelion' has emerged as a dominant country song of the summer, topping Billboard charts.

The Billboard Pop Shop Podcast discusses the upcoming Lollapalooza festival in Chicago and introduces two new music festivals, Daisy Chain Fields and Ocean Way, for the 2026 summer season.

Billboard Japan interviewed the Japanese rock band BAND-MAID about how they poured their determination into their song 'Energetic' before their upcoming 'OKYU-JI' hiatus.

Fans have chosen Anitta’s album 'Equilibrivm II' as the best new Latin music of the week, with the album garnering over 70% of the votes in the latest Billboard New Music Latin poll.

Campaign billboards promoting an Israeli prime ministerial candidate near Larnaca Airport have caused an outcry and political friction within the Greek Cypriot administration.

Details emerge about 'I Believe,' the 1953 hit song that first set the record for most weeks at No. 1 in the UK, a record that has just been tied. The song has also appeared on Billboard 200-topping albums by Elvis Presley and Barbra Streisand.

BTS's song 'Swim' has nearly fallen off the Billboard Hot 100 but has tied 'My Universe' with Coldplay for one of the band's most enduring chart runs.

Bring Me The Horizon's re-recorded debut album, 'Count Your Blessings: Repented,' has generated multiple new Billboard chart wins for the band, raising questions about the release of a new full album.

BTS's fifth album, 'Arirang,' climbed to No. 9 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking its 13th week in the top ten and a significant jump from the previous week.

Following the World Cup, where 'Wonderwall' became an anthem for the English team, Oasis has earned its first No. 1 on a Billboard chart.

John Mayer has reached new career highs on several of Billboard's country charts thanks to his new collaboration with Lainey Wilson, 'Phone, Keys, Wallet.'

My Chemical Romance's album 'Danger Days: The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys' has re-entered Billboard's Vinyl Albums chart at the runner-up position, narrowly missing a new No. 1 spot.

Billboard has ranked all 15 songs from Shania Twain's latest album, 'Little Miss Twain,' her first release since 2023.

Davido discusses his 15-year career in music, the vision behind his upcoming album 'ORIADÉ,' and his efforts to bring Afrobeats back home, reflecting on constant creation and extensive touring.

Billboard's Latin Up-And-Comer Artist of the Month, Aria Vega, discusses her viral 'Costeñita Core' movement and her mission to be a bearer of her culture.

The Hlas party, led by Matúš Šutaj Eštok, has seen a significant decline in support, losing nearly half a million voters. This comes as the party holds press conferences to present its governance results and launches new billboards.

Billboard Latin Music Week 2026 has announced its lineup of performers, including Greeicy, Jay Wheeler, and Kany García, among others. Pitbull is also set to join for an exclusive 'Superstar Q&A' session.

K-pop group BTS's song “Swim” from their fifth studio album “Arirang” has remained on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart for its 17th consecutive week, tying the group's previous charting streak. The track was at No. 100 on the main songs chart.

Ella Langley has reached the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 charts with her song 'Choosin' Texas', marking an 'insane' milestone after 14 weeks at the top. This achievement places her among music royalty.

K-pop group TWS has achieved the top spot on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 chart with their second single, 'SODA SODA.' This marks a significant milestone for the group in the Japanese music market.

Billboard's 'Trending Up' series introduces the latest wave of hip-hop artists who are making significant impact and driving conversations in the genre.

Waterford-bred artist Malie Donn is recognized as Billboard's Caribbean Up-And-Comer of the Month for August, upholding Portmore's dancehall legacy with his debut album 'Golden Child'.

Billboard highlights 12 artists, including The Jaynetts and Nicki French, who achieved a No. 2 spot on the Hot 100 with their debut hit but never appeared on the chart again, becoming one-hit wonders.

Billboard U.K. is set to launch its first 40 Under 40 list, which will be celebrated with an exclusive event as part of Manchester’s Beyond The Music Festival.

K-pop group BTS has achieved a 20-week streak on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart with their song 'Swim,' ranking at No. 91, matching their previous record with 'Butter'.

P-pop boy group SB19 spoke to Billboard about their Lollapalooza set, their efforts to represent Filipino culture, and their dedicated fanbase.

This article explores 15 interesting facts and achievements related to songs that peaked at the runner-up spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, noting that even top groups like The Beatles achieved this multiple times.

Ella Langley's song 'Choosin' Texas' has achieved its seventeenth week at the top of the Hot 100 chart, surpassing Morgan Wallen's 2023 record for 'Last Night' and marking a significant milestone in her career.

BTS fans have propelled the album track "Aliens" from their Arirang album to a new peak of No. 4 on Billboard's Digital Song Sales chart, making it a sudden bestseller.

Fans have chosen Karol G's album 'No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto' as the best new Latin music of the week in a Billboard poll, earning over 60% of the votes.

Two-time Guinness World Records contender Afua Asantewaa O. Aduonum has gained prominent recognition, being featured on the renowned New York Times Billboard in Manhattan, New York City.

The message 'Love Wins,' which has appeared on billboards and social media across the region without attribution, is part of an adoption awareness campaign.

Rihanna's popular tracks 'We Found Love' and 'Only Girl (In the World)' have re-entered Billboard's Dance Streaming Songs chart, joining 'Don't Stop the Music.'

Shania Twain's latest album, 'Little Miss Twain,' has debuted as her lowest-peaking traditional studio LP on the Billboard 200, failing to reach the top 100.

Bob Marley's album 'Legend' has achieved 950 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart, joining Pink Floyd's 'The Dark Side of the Moon' as the only other album to reach this milestone.

Ella Langley's song "Choosin' Texas" has commanded the Billboard Hot 100 for 16 weeks, tying the record held by major hits from artists like Mariah Carey and Justin Bieber.

Lisbon's mayor, Carlos Moedas, is seeking 'broad consensus' on new billboard regulations, with negotiations set to begin in September, while opposition parties remain suspicious and criticize 'municipal propaganda'.

Billboard's weekly guide highlights must-hear new music releases from artists including Karol G, Role Model, FLO, and Stray Kids.

Country artist Harper Grace has released her new single 'Underneath the Harvest Moon,' which she describes as a dancing song, with Billboard's Makin' Tracks column detailing its creation.

Billboard details the similarities and differences between two recent proposals from record companies aimed at regulating AI-generated music on digital streaming platforms and major music charts.

Kany García sits down with Billboard for a deep-dive interview, discussing her 'Puerta Abierta Tour,' the energy she draws from audiences, and her backstage rituals.

An Auckland Transport billboard revealed that the City Rail Link will officially open on September 13. The announcement was seen early Thursday morning.

Members of the international girl group KATSEYE, including Yoonchae, Danielle, Megan, and Lara, shared their thoughts on their new documentary 'Wild Hearts' and their feelings about seeing Manon featured in it.

Charli XCX secured her first No. 1 spot on the Top Album Sales Chart with 'Music, Fashion, Film,' marking a significant milestone in her career.

Vicki Wickham, the English talent booker and producer for ITV’s 'Ready, Steady, Go!' who gave early exposure to The Beatles and The Who, and later managed Dusty Springfield, has died at 87. Billboard also reported on her passing, highlighting her influential career in music television.

For the first time in chart history, country songs have occupied all five top spots on the Billboard Hot 100. Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas' notably secured its 16th week at No. 1, leading the historic country music takeover.

The concluding volume of the manga series 'Space Brothers' has reached the top spot on the Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 chart, with 'The Apothecary Diaries' also debuting strongly at No. 2.

My Chemical Romance's album 'The Black Parade' has spent 150 weeks on the Billboard 200, marking a first in the band's decades-long history on the chart.

A new music mix, 'West Coast Momentum Mix', highlights songs from West Coast artists including Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish, and 2Pac, based on Luminate data and Billboard editorial expertise.

Shakira and Burna Boy's World Cup anthem 'Dai Dai' has reached new highs on multiple Billboard charts, narrowly missing the top spot on the Digital Song Sales tally.

Gracie Abrams' latest album has debuted at the top spot, with several tracks including 'Daughter From Hell,' 'Good Reason,' and 'Minibar' making their appearance on the Billboard charts.

ABBA's classic song "The Winner Takes It All" has unexpectedly debuted on one of Billboard's global rankings, marking the band's sixth entry on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart.

Billboard invites readers to vote for their favorite new Latin music release this week, featuring tracks like Erick Brian, Dale Pututi & Nesty’s ‘Efímero’.

Billboard has released its annual '21 Under 21' list for 2026, featuring young talents such as KATSEYE, Bella Kay, and Milo J.

Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas' nearly made history with a fourteenth week atop Billboard's Digital Song Sales chart, but BTS blocked her to score a new No. 1.

Glenn A. Baker, a prominent Australian music historian and former Billboard correspondent, has passed away at the age of 74, remembered for his immense contribution to Australian rock 'n' roll.

Actress Doris Ogala has rejected a ₦150 million campaign fee and publicly challenged anyone to touch her billboard, stating she believes the actions are targeted at her and that Otti is afraid of her.

Olivia Rodrigo's sophomore album, 'Guts', has achieved the milestone of spending 150 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart, following her debut album 'Sour'.

Singer-songwriter Bertie Higgins, known for 'Key Largo,' has re-entered Billboard's Adult Contemporary chart with his new song 'A River,' marking his return after 1982.

Billboard looks back at 2011 when country singer Jason Aldean achieved another No. 1 hit on the Hot Country Songs chart, marking his sixth summit visit.

The classic rock song 'Hotel California' by The Eagles has achieved new peaks on multiple Billboard charts, simultaneously climbing both the Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. U.S. tallies.

Lana Del Rey's album 'Born to Die' has made history by becoming the first album by a solo woman to spend 650 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart.

The Abia State Government in Nigeria has set a N200 million permit fee for presidential campaign billboards, a rate applicable to all political party candidates at various levels in the state.

A list of albums that have achieved the most No. 1 spots on Billboard Airplay Charts is presented, spanning various genres from country to pop, including Morgan Wallen's "I'm the Problem."

Deportivo Municipal, a football club, has resorted to selling an unprecedented 1,000 shirt sponsorships, turning their jerseys into 'walking billboards' due to financial needs.

Bad Bunny continues to dominate the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart with multiple tracks from his album "Debí Tirar Más Fotos," as Netón Vega also enters the top 10.

Ella Langley's hit song 'Choosin' Texas' has achieved a career high, spending 15 consecutive weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

A man attempting to evade police in Kelenföld, Hungary, was so focused on the officers that he ran into a billboard. He was subsequently found to be in possession of drugs.

MEP Fidias Panayiotou called for a ban on third countries conducting election campaigns in Cyprus after a billboard promoting Israeli prime ministerial candidate Gadi Eisenkot appeared in Larnaca, sparking a debate on hosting foreign internal politics.

Following her No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart, Gracie Abrams has launched new t-shirts and hoodies on her official online store, making her latest merchandise available for fans.

Jennie and Tame Impala's collaboration 'Dracula' has reached No. 1 on Billboard's Adult Pop Airplay chart, marking only the second K-pop song to achieve this milestone.

Billboard explores which of the words "Heaven" or "Hell" appears more frequently in the titles of No. 1 albums, revealing a significant difference in their usage.

Bonnie Tyler's classic hit 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' has reached a new No. 2 peak on Billboard's Digital Song Sales chart, nearly earning the artist a posthumous champion.

Gracie Abrams has earned her first-ever number one album on the Billboard 200 chart with her latest release, 'Daughter from Hell.' This marks a significant milestone in her music career.

Morgan Wallen holds 40% of Billboard's Country Streaming Songs chart as several of his tracks, including 'Just in Case' and 'Cowgirls' with Ernest, return to the rankings.

Police in Prague have identified at least two billboards near intersections as inappropriately placed, leading to an administrative dispute between the city council and municipal districts.

A Billboard article showcases several positive developments in Latin music, such as Natanael Cano offering a significant sum to a loyal fan, Karol G's foundation expanding its reach, and Shakira inviting workers on stage.

Adelaide Airport has sparked controversy by removing digital billboards from environmental conservation groups, deeming them 'too political,' while simultaneously retaining advertisements from gas and mining companies. The decision was made during the national conference of the Australian Labor Party (ALP), which the conservation ads were targeting.

Aria Vega discussed the success of the 'Chévere' remix featuring Ryan Castro, which has become one of the biggest Latin songs of the year. She shared insights into how the collaboration came together and the personal story behind the song's impact.

Self-taught Abbeyleix artist Aileen Donovan explains how her mural from Laois ended up being displayed on a billboard in Times Square.

Singer-songwriter Dominic Fike covers Billboard Philippines, where he discusses his 'Rocket' mixtape, the experience of fatherhood, and the recent resurgence of his song 'Babydoll.'

Billboard highlights significant developments in the music business to monitor through the end of 2026, including evolving AI music policies and the acquisition of THE•TEAM.

Actor Sam Reid spoke about the finale of 'The Vampire Lestat' and his character's fictional rock star persona facing a setback on the Billboard charts, detailing the immortal diva's latest breakdown.

Rap superstar Future's latest album, 'The Real Me,' has debuted at the top of the Billboard 200 chart, prompting analysis of its first-week sales figures.

Billboard is running a poll asking readers to vote for the best Billboard Hot 100 No. 2 hit of all time, featuring enduring classics from artists like Lady Gaga, Prince, and Queen.

Drake's 'Iceman' has tied his second-longest run at No. 1 on Billboard's Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, matching 'For All the Dogs' with an eleventh week at the top.

Eminem's greatest hits album, 'Curtain Call: The Hits,' has achieved a milestone by spending 800 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart, a feat accomplished by only five other albums, predominantly from rock bands.

Miami-born artist Pitbull has announced his 14th studio album, titled 'Pitcoin', and is also scheduled to perform at Billboard Latin Music Week in October while on his 'I'm Back Tour'.

Warner Chappell Music has signed Fat Papi and Prodshushy, the hitmakers behind 'Freaked Out.' The song marked Fat Papi's first entry on the Billboard Hot 100, debuting at No. 89.

Kogi State has set a fee of N150 million for presidential candidates wishing to erect billboards for their campaigns in the state for the 2027 elections. This charge applies to all presidential aspirants.

Bad Bunny continues to lead the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart with multiple tracks from his album 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos,' including 'EoO,' which gained popularity after being featured in 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day.'

Billboard staff have compiled a list of the 100 greatest hits of the Hot 100 era that never quite reached the No. 1 spot.

Despite her previous chart success with 'Dracula' alongside Tame Impala, Jennie's new solo song 'Less Than a Lover' did not reach most of Billboard's major charts in America.

Ariana Grande's new album 'Petal' has topped the US Billboard chart, with her single 'Hate That I Made You Love Me' reaching number one on the Billboard Global 200. She now holds half of the top 10 spots on the Global 200 chart.

Days before the release of their new EP 'Wild,' the girl group Katseye's latest single 'Animal' has propelled them to new career heights, securing a spot in the Top 10 on one of Billboard's major charts.

Madonna has tied a historic record by scoring a new No. 1 hit with 'Love Sensation' on Billboard's Dance Airplay chart, matching Ellie Goulding for the fifth-most leaders of all time.

Ariana Grande's new album 'Petal' has debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, marking her seventh album to reach the top spot. The album achieved her best first-week sales in seven years.

Michael Jackson's iconic song 'Billie Jean' continues its reign at No. 1 on Billboard's R&B Streaming Songs chart for a thirteenth week, preventing 'Beat It' from reaching the top spot.

Jelly Roll's new single 'Hands Up' has finally made its debut on the Billboard Hot 100, weeks after appearing on several other Billboard charts, albeit starting in last place.

Major outdoor advertising companies in Bucharest have responded to the City Hall's appeal to turn off digital screens and illuminated billboards between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM until the end of the month.

A man is living for four days inside a giant Netflix billboard in Los Angeles as part of a film promotion, offering a spectacular view.

A marketing stunt for the film 'The Last House' features a performer trapped inside a Netflix billboard above Sunset Boulevard for three days.

New Zealand's Advertising Standards Authority investigated a complaint and found that a Wegovy advertisement on a digital billboard used a font size that was too small.

EA Sports Madden NFL 27 has unveiled its full soundtrack, featuring 80 songs, which Billboard highlights as the biggest in franchise history. The article explores the cultural impact of Madden's soundtracks and the intersection of football, hip-hop, and gaming.

Gunna walks Billboard through his chart history, detailing the stories behind hits like 'Drip Too Hard,' 'pushin P,' and 'Space Cadet,' and explaining his creative process and collaborations.

Advertising posters for the new film 'The Mummy' have been removed from the London Underground and outdoor billboards following a decision by regulatory authorities, who deemed the campaign's visual material to resemble a dead child.

Stella Lefty discusses her hit song 'Boston' climbing to No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and shares details about her upcoming album, 'Long Way Home'.

Bad Bunny continues to dominate the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart with tracks from his album ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos,’ while Karol G makes a strong entry with her new song “Matadora.”

Billboard has published the English lyrics for Karol G's 'Matadora,' an ultra-provocative and NSFW track that serves as the second single from her upcoming album.

A new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast discusses the debate surrounding BTS's Grammy decisions and the potential implications of a new Asian Pop category. The podcast also touches on other music news, including Madonna, Kylie, and Ariana Grande.

BTS has tied Drake for the third-most No. 1s in the history of Billboard's Digital Song Sales chart, with their song "Normal" returning to the top spot.

The song 'Efímero' by Erick Brian, Dale Pututi, and Nesty won over 80% of the votes in Billboard's latest New Music Latin poll, being chosen as the best new Latin music of the week.

Charli xcx, GloRilla, PinkPantheress, Tinashe, Rüfüs Du Sol, Empire of the Sun, and Sienna Spiro are among the artists expected to perform at Outside Lands 2026.

Decades after its initial release, R.E.M.'s iconic song 'Losing My Religion' has made its first appearance on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart, debuting at No. 186. This marks a new chart hit for the band.

Michael Jackson's iconic song 'Billie Jean' has spent 12 weeks atop Billboard's R&B Streaming Songs chart, outlasting his two other leaders combined.

BTS's song 'Normal' was prevented from reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart, stalling at No. 2, as Shakira and Burna Boy's World Cup anthem 'Dai Dai' took the top spot.

Sabrina Carpenter's breakout album 'Short N' Sweet,' which propelled her to global stardom, has achieved a significant chart milestone by spending 100 weeks on the Billboard 200.

Ella Langley's song 'Choosin’ Texas' has achieved a significant milestone, spending a record-breaking 15 consecutive weeks at the top of Billboard’s Top 100 singles charts in the US.

Lollapalooza 2026 has begun, featuring performances from various artists including SB19, who made history as the first Filipino group to perform at the festival. The event has already seen notable moments, such as Charli XCX performing with Lorde.

Bruno Mars' song 'I Just Might' has spent 21 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, tying SZA's 'Kill Bill' as the third-longest-running leader ever.

Gracie Abrams has achieved her first No. 1 on Billboard's Americana/Folk Albums chart with her album 'Daughter From Hell,' marking a significant milestone in her career.

Michael Jackson has once again blocked himself from a new No. 1 on Billboard's R&B Streaming Songs chart, as 'Chicago' stalled at No. 2 behind 'Billie Jean.'

Billboard staff picks 21 songs about embracing one's uncoolness, featuring artists like Taylor Swift, Echosmith, Pink, Weezer, Olivia Rodrigo, and Beck.

Abia State in Nigeria has set permit fees for political campaign billboards, requiring presidential candidates to pay N200 million, governorship candidates N150 million, and other candidates varying amounts.

The Lovestream festival is reportedly drowning in debt, with its rescue being undertaken by Hatvany, known from the 'billboard tender' scandal, and the son of Babiš's lawyer.

Years after its initial release, Harry Styles' debut solo single 'Sign of the Times' has achieved new peaks on Billboard's global charts.

Justin Bieber's song 'Everything Hallelujah' has re-entered Billboard's Digital Song Sales chart, reaching a new peak and nearing the top 10, following a significant performance.

A billboard campaign launched in New York on the anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide marks the latest effort by Bosnia's Republika Srpska to promote a highly selective and alternative narrative of the Bosnian War.

Omoyele Sowore has publicly criticized Alex Otti, labeling him a 'massive scam' concerning a ₦200 million billboard permit fee. This accusation highlights a dispute over financial practices.

BTS's album 'ARIRANG' has re-entered the top 10 on the Top Album Sales, Vinyl Albums, and Billboard 200 charts following a new vinyl release.

A billboard featuring Vojislav Šešelj in the center of Novi Sad has sparked controversy, with calls for its removal despite the Serbian Radical Party (SRS) having obtained a permit valid until October 8. Critics deem the billboard an 'eyesore and a disgrace,' citing Šešelj's status as a convicted war criminal.

Billboard has released its list of emerging Latin artists to watch, featuring rising stars like Jorsshh, Elena Sofía, and El Shadow, who are making waves in the music scene.

Ke Personajes celebrates their first Billboard No. 1 hit with the song "De la A a la Z," a collaboration with Los Ángeles Azules, topping the Regional Mexican Airplay chart.

This week's Billboard charts feature new music and chart performances from artists including BTS, Gracie Abrams, and Ella Langley, with all charts updating every Tuesday.

K-pop artist Jennie has made history by becoming only the second K-pop-related artist to top Billboard's Adult Pop Airplay chart with her 'Dracula' remix, a category where K-pop has historically struggled.

Regional Mexican band Calibre 50 celebrated its historic 28th No. 1 hit at Billboard's first-ever Pop-Up Moment held in Mazatlán, Mexico, the birthplace of banda music.

Ella Langley's song 'Choosin' Texas' has achieved a landmark 15th week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, setting a new record and tying Harry Styles.

A Cypriot lawmaker has criticized billboards featuring Israeli politician Gadi Eisenkot in Cyprus, which Eisenkot defended as sending a positive message to Israeli voters ahead of October's election.

Future has tied Drake's historic record for the most No. 1 albums on Billboard's Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart with 17 champions, as his new album 'The Real Me' debuts atop the chart.

Independent MEP Fidias Panayiotou has called for an outright ban on third countries conducting election campaigns in Cyprus, following a billboard promoting Israeli prime ministerial candidate Gadi Eisenkot.

Gracie Abrams has achieved her first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart with her third album, 'Daughter From Hell,' selling 124,000 equivalent album units.

For the first time since its debut, Ella Langley's album 'Dandelion' is no longer the No. 1 country set on Billboard's Top Country Albums chart in the U.S.

Olivia Rodrigo's songs 'Drop Dead' and 'Stupid Song' have both reached new all-time high positions on Billboard's Pop Airplay chart.

Billboard is polling its readers to determine their favorite new music releases of the week, featuring artists like Charli XCX, KATSEYE, JENNIE, and Anitta's 'EQUILIBRIVM II' album for Latin music.

The Rolling Stones' latest album, 'Foreign Tongues,' has debuted at the top spot on Billboard's Top Album Sales Chart, also reaching the top 10 on five other album charts.

Billboard staff members have returned to the roundtable to discuss and highlight some of the brightest stars in R&B so far in 2026. The picks showcase artists making a significant impact in the genre.

Rookie girl group KiiiKiii and sibling duo AKMU have topped Billboard's editorial picks for the best K-pop releases of 2026 so far. KiiiKiii's '404 (New Era)' was named best K-pop song, and AKMU's 'Flowering' was selected as the best album.

Country artist Cameron Whitcomb, following his first Billboard Hot 100 entry, discusses his new hit 'Kingdom of Fear' and his path from 'American Idol' to winning CCMA Awards.

W Sound, led by Ovy on the Drums and WestCOL, has renewed its partnership with Warner Music Latina, following their recent success with '5 Estrellas (W Sound 23)' reaching No. 1 on Billboard charts.

Netón Vega, Peso Pluma, and Tito Double P maintain strong positions in the top 10 of the Hot Latin Songs chart for the week of July 25th, 2026. The countdown highlights whether anyone can unseat Bad Bunny from the No. 1 spot.